tyres

Indian tyre industry to double revenue to $22 billion by 2032

Higher demand for vehicles, infrastructure development to spur growth The Indian tyre industry is on course to more than double its revenue to $22 billion by fiscal 2032 from $9 billion in fiscal 2022, according to a report by the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA), based on a comprehensive study by CRISIL Market Intelligence & […]

Buses

Eicher bags order for 50 intercity 13.5 m AC sleeper buses from Vijayanand Travels

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced its first deliveries against a prestigious order of 50 Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL), one of the most prominent players in the Indian bus industry. Dedicated to providing exceptional travel experiences to intercity passengers, the Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper […]

Passenger Vehicles

Mahindra delivers 1,00,000th unit of XUV700 within 20 months of launch

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., the country’s leading SUV maker, has announced the delivery of the 100, 000th unit of its flagship SUV, the XUV700. The XUV700 has achieved this milestone in less than 20 months, becoming the fastest SUV from the Mahindra portfolio to reach this milestone. With its unmissable presence, tough yet sophisticated experience, spirited […]

Driver Welfare

Fixing driver shortages: New global plan launched by employers and unions

Employers and unions have launched a new global plan to address driver shortages in the road transport industry. The plan, introduced by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), aims to alleviate driver shortages, ensure better working conditions for drivers working abroad, and simplify and enforce rules for workers […]

Passenger Vehicles

Mahindra rolls out 900,000th unit of Scorpio SUV

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has announced that it has achieved a production milestone of 900,000 units for its iconic SUV, the Scorpio, marking a significant achievement for the brand that created the SUV category in India. For over two decades, the authentic SUV, Scorpio has stood as a true champion, consistently evolving and reshaping the SUV landscape in the […]

Distribution & Retail Service & Maintenance

‘Tyre quality has improved a lot over the years’: Siremull Hirachand Tyrestore

T. Loon Chand Chordia of, Siremull Hirachand Tyrestore has behind him decades of experience in dealing with all kinds of tyres. In this interview with M. Stephen, he talks about the ground realities in today’s tyre business and how sales have taken a big hit due to several disruptive strategies. Could you share details about […]

Emobility Vehicle News

Zen Mobility launches its first EV ‘Micro Pod’

Zen Mobility, an emerging Indian electric vehicle OEM, headquartered at Manesar, Gurgaon, has introduced the Zen Micro Pod, a purpose-built cargo 3-wheeler LEV (Light Electric Vehicle), as part of its goal to create inspirational designs and engineering innovations in electric vehicles.  The Zen Micro Pod will be available in two variants – the R5x and […]

Vehicle Finance

Ashok Leyland partners with Cholamandalam for dealer financing solutions

Ashok Leyland has announced a strategic partnership with Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited (Chola), the financial services arm of Murugappa Group, to facilitate inventory financing for the Ashok Leyland dealers. In a bid to enhance operational capabilities, the new alliance aims to provide 130 Ashok Leyland dealerships nationwide with an array of comprehensive inventory funding options to […]

Service & Maintenance

Tata Motors – Leading the way with best-in-industry after-sales service

Tata Motors, the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, is dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat buying through its comprehensive range of offerings. R Ramakrishnan, Global Head (Customer Care, Commercial Vehicle Business Unit) at Tata Motors sheds light on the company’s key strategies and initiatives in an exclusive interview with Rajesh Rajgor Tata Motors, India’s […]

Dealerships

Daimler India launches pre-owned CV brand ‘BharatBenz Certified’

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), the wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and the manufacturer of BharatBenz, has announced its entry into the pre-owned commercial vehicle market under a new brand ‘BharatBenz Certified’. This new business initiative will undertake the refurbishment and sale of pre-owned BharatBenz trucks to Indian customers who have been aspiring to […]

Dealerships

Ashok Leyland and VST Auto India open two new dealerships and pilot care centres in Rajasthan

Ashok Leyland has opened two new CV showrooms on the Ajmer Road in the Jaipur and Kotputli regions, in collaboration with Jaipur-based VST Auto India Private Limited. This move will provide customers in Jaipur-Ajmer belt, with easy access to all of their automotive needs, offering end-to-end transportation solutions through technology, innovation and superior services, reports […]

Distribution & Retail tyres

India’s first Vredestein outlet opened in Bengaluru

Apollo Tyres has inaugurated the first branded retail outlet for Vredestein brand of tyres in India. India’s one of the most premium tyre counters, Madhus Tyre Centre, Hosur Main Road, Bengaluru, in the southern part of the country, has been chosen as the first exclusive outlet for Vredestein brand of tyres. The outlet was inaugurated […]

Passenger Vehicles

Renault India achieves 10,00,000 production milestone

Renault has announced that it has achieved a production milestone of 10,00,000 vehicles in India. This remarkable achievement showcases the Renault’s manufacturing prowess and underlines its commitment to delivering high-quality vehicles to Indian customers.  Renault’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Chennai has played a pivotal role in this remarkable accomplishment. With a production capacity of 480,000 […]

Parts & Components

Bosch Power Tools India celebrates 30 years of engineering excellence, quality & innovation

Bosch Power Tools India, a leading provider of power tools for the construction, woodworking, and metalworking sectors, is delighted to declare the celebration of its 30 years of operations in India. Since its establishment in 1993, the division has become one of the leading suppliers of power tools and accessories in the country with a strong focus on the establishment of […]