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Rico Auto on course for 20% YoY growth in current and next fiscal years

Rico Auto, a seasoned participant at ACMA Automechanika, showcased its prowess in manufacturing parts for two-wheelers, four-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and three-wheelers, emphasizing their focus on quality and reliability. In an interview with MOTORINDIA, Abhishek Kulshreshtha, Vice President, Rico Auto, talks about his company’s presence at the event, their focus product lines, and an overall business […]

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Schaeffler India’s power-packed presence

Schaeffler India Limited made a power-packed presence at ACMA Automechanika New Delhi. In an exclusive interview with N. Balasubramanian, Debasish Satpathy, President – Automotive Aftermarket, Schaeffler India Limited, shares insights on the company’s presence at the event, product showcases, target audience, business updates, and growth strategies in the Indian market. Schaeffler India’s Prominent ShowcaseDebasish Satpathy […]

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Innovation Meets Trust myTVS partners with FILTRON

Partnership to drive innovation by delivering globally proven filters in Indian market In an exclusive interview with N. Balasubramanian, leaders from both myTVS and MANN+HUMMEL shed light on their new partnership and the exciting business prospects it presents. G. Srinivasa Raghavan, Managing Director, Satya A R, President, and Bharath Chandrasekaran, VP, myTVS, talk on the […]

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SML ISUZU opens new dealership in Gaya, Bihar

SML Isuzu, leading manufacturer of trucks and buses, is fast expanding its dealer network across the country. The CV maker has inaugurated a new dealership, SDPS Motors, in Gaya, Bihar, marking another significant step in expanding its presence across the country. The new outlet was inaugurated by Former Chief Minister of Bihar, Shri Jitan Ram […]

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Revenue growth of CV makers to moderate to 5-7% next fiscal: CRISIL

Operating margins seen steady with better realisation, stable commodity prices Commercial vehicle (CV) makers will see revenue growth moderating to 5-7% on-year next fiscal after an estimated ~9% rise this fiscal. This will be driven by price hikes as volume growth is expected to be modest for medium and heavy CVs (M&HCVs) and flattish for […]

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“India is now on the threshold of becoming a global economic powerhouse, with the auto and automotive component industry playing a significant role” – Prime Minister 

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed a program at India’s largest and first-of-its-kind mobility exhibition – Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi today. He also took a walkthrough of the Expo. Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 showcases India’s capabilities across mobility and automotive value chains and will feature exhibitions, conferences, […]

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Auto retail in full throttle: 2023 records impressive 11% YoY surge

The vehicle retail data for Dec’23 and CY’23 released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) indicates that December 2023 witnessed a 21% YoY growth in auto retail. All categories reported positive growth: 2W by 28%, 3W by 36%, PV by 3%, Tractors (Trac) by 0.2%, and Commercial Vehicles (CV) by 1.3%. CY’23 Auto […]

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“India is now on the threshold of becoming a global economic powerhouse, with the auto and automotive component industry playing a significant role” – Prime Minister

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed a program at India’s largest and first-of-its-kind mobility exhibition – Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi today. He also took a walkthrough of the Expo. Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 showcases India’s capabilities across mobility and automotive value chains and will feature exhibitions, conferences, […]

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Sustainable Mobility takes center stage at SIAM’s 63rd Annual Convention

Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), the apex body representing leading automobile manufacturers of the country, commemorated its 63rd Annual Convention deliberating on the way ahead for Sustainable Mobility. On the Occasion of 63rd SIAM Annual Convention Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi in his message mentioned that for over six decades SIAM […]

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Indian automotive industry could reach $1 trillion by 2035 driven by exports, technology, and innovation: Arthur D. Little Report

Arthur D. Little, the world’s oldest management consulting firm, has released a new report titled “Transforming India into a Global Automotive Hub: Roadmap for the Automotive Ecosystem”. The report explores the key areas of automotive value creation in India, such as becoming a destination for global platforms, achieving global scale in software and ER&D, striving […]

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August’s Auto Retail Landscape Shows Resilient Growth

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released Vehicle Retail Data for August 2023. During the month, the automotive retail sector exhibited a strong year-over-year (YoY) growth of 9%, though slightly lower than previously reported figures. This uptick was consistent across multiple vehicle categories, with a 6% increase in 2-wheelers (2W), a 6.5% increase […]

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Shradha Suri Marwah takes over as new ACMA President

The Automotive Component Manufacturers’ Association of India (ACMA) is poised for a transformative journey as it welcomes new leaders to guide the industry into the future. In an announcement that holds significant promise for the Indian auto component sector, ACMA introduces Shradha Suri Marwah as the President and Vikrampati Singhania as the Vice President for […]

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FADA celebrates Auto Dealers Day, pledges commitment to sustainability

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) today commemorated the inaugural Auto Dealers Day, a significant milestone in the automotive retailing world. FADA marked this occasion by emphasizing a strong sense of community and reaffirming the industry’s commitment to sustainability. September 19th, chosen as Auto Dealers Day, aligns with the foundation day of the Federation […]

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Manav Kapur takes charge as Chairperson of ACMA-YBLF

Widely recognized and celebrated as the leading platform to facilitate the convergence of hundreds of 2nd and 3rd generation entrepreneurs of the rapidly growing automotive component industry, the ACMA-Young Business Leaders’ Forum (YBLF) was established under the aegis of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India(ACMA), the nodal industry body. Leading the way in grooming young minds […]

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FADA hosts 5th Auto Retail Conclave focusing on ‘Collaborate-Innovate-Accelerate’

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) hosted the fifth edition of the Auto Retail Conclave, focusing on the theme “Collaborate-Innovate-Accelerate” immediately after the 59th AGM. The conclave witnessed the presence of prominent figures automobile industry, alongside participation from over 500 dealer members representing various regions of the country. The Conclave was inaugurated by Shri Nitin Gadkari, the honorable Union Minister of […]