By T. Murrali India’s passenger vehicle market is witnessing a strong revival in small-car demand following the government’s decision to reduce GST on compact cars. Maruti Suzuki India Ltd reported its Q2 (July–September) FY 2025-26 results with domestic wholesales dipping 5.1% to 440,387 units, as customers postponed purchases ahead of the GST reduction announcement on […]
Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Punjab National Bank (PNB) to support its Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicle (MHCV) dealer network with competitive and flexible financing solutions. The MoU was signed by Mr. K. M. Balaji, Chief Financial […]
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced that 100 young trainees from India will travel to Japan to participate in Toyota Motor Corporation’s Global Skill-Up Training (GST) program, reinforcing the company’s commitment to developing globally competitive talent. The initiative aligns with the Government of India’s Skill India Mission and the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), a […]
VinFast Auto India, the Indian arm of global electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast, has achieved a key expansion milestone with 24 dealerships now operational across major Indian cities. This marks rapid progress toward the company’s stated goal of setting up 35 dealerships nationwide by December 2025 as it scales its retail and service footprint to support […]
Ford Motor Company has formally confirmed that it will restart manufacturing operations at its Chennai plant, this time focused on producing all-new, next-generation engines for global markets. The announcement follows the signing of a memorandum of understanding between Ford and the Government of Tamil Nadu, building on the letter of intent signed in September 2024. […]
Nissan Motor India has achieved a major milestone by exporting its 1.2 millionth vehicle from the country, marking a strong endorsement of its ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ strategy. The landmark vehicle—an all-new Nissan Magnite B-SUV headed to the GCC region—was flagged off at Kamarajar Port, Ennore (Tamil Nadu) by Mr. Saurabh Vatsa, […]
Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with THINK Gas, one of India’s fastest-growing City Gas Distribution companies, to accelerate the adoption of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) for long-haul and heavy-duty trucking. The partnership is aimed at strengthening India’s LNG refuelling ecosystem, improving infrastructure readiness, and enabling fleet […]
Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd. has appointed GMMCO Limited, part of the CK Birla Group, as its authorised dealer partner for Northern, Eastern and Central India — a move that marks a major milestone in Scania’s renewed growth strategy for the Indian market. With this partnership, Scania aims to expand its regional reach, enhance […]
In a landmark development for India’s commercial vehicle industry, SML Mahindra Ltd. — formerly SML Isuzu Ltd. — joined hands with the Mahindra Truck and Bus Division (MTBD) to host a Joint Financiers Meet at Mahindra Towers, Worli, Mumbai. The event marked the first collaborative initiative following SML Mahindra’s integration with the Mahindra Group, symbolising […]
Since its inception in 2006, Sidharth Automat India Pvt. Ltd. has carved a distinctive space in the fabrication and paint-shop solutions industry. The company has executed turnkey projects for marquee OEMs including Toyota, Tata Motors, Skoda Volkswagen, Suzuki, and Mercedes-Benz. At the helm of this growth story is Mr. Surender Yadav, Managing Director, who believes […]
An interview with Michael Mayer, Sales Director APAC and DACH, CODICO CODICO is a specialist in Powerline Communication (PLC), recognised for its deep technical consulting expertise. As a design-in distributor, the company goes far beyond pure distribution. With in-depth know-how, close collaboration with leading manufacturers, and a strong focus on Homeplug Green Phy–based solutions, CODICO […]
Every morning before sunrise, while most of the people are still asleep, Rangilal Bind readies himself for a responsibility he has carried with pride for nearly three decades – driving the school bus. At 45, he has spent more than half his life behind the wheel, ensuring that children from Mumbai’s, Borivali to Goregaon up […]
Continental Petroleums Limited, a leading manufacturer of lubricants, greases and speciality oils, has secured new international export orders worth $ 0.65 million (approximately ₹ 5.4 crore). The orders cover the supply of high-performance lubricants and greases to global customers and will be executed in the third and fourth quarters of the current financial year. With […]
With vehicle numbers rising across India, road safety is becoming a growing concern. Blind spots, distracted driving and limited on-road visibility often lead to accidents, while lack of recorded evidence complicates insurance and legal processes. As awareness increases, dash cams are fast emerging as an essential in-car safety accessory. Globally, demand is rising for devices […]