AFTERMARKET

8th IVASS India Vehicle After Sales Summit focuses on best practices for growth and profitability

World Auto Forum organised the 8th IVASS: India Vehicle After Sales Summit 2022 to discuss ‘Best Practices for Profitability and Growth’ on December 17, 2022, at Radisson Blu Plaza, Delhi Airport. The conference and exhibition was powered by Syncron, a Swedish software solutions provider with a global presence. Here is a report Given the present […]

AFTERMARKET Trucks

Eicher innovative music video campaign developed in collaboration with Grapes Integrated

Eicher is celebrating its passion for Uptime, which is a commitment to put the truck back on the road on time. Grapes has conceptualized and executed this music video campaign for the Eicher brand. The overall campaign showcases the competence & collaboration of the technicians and other support services around the theme of UpTimeHaiTohOnTimeHai.   […]

AFTERMARKET Awards

Automechanika Dubai 2022 Awards – Platform to recognise and award top talent and high-performing organisations

After the success of the launch edition of the Awards last year as the first-ever platform to recognise and award top talent and high-performing organisations in the automotive aftermarket and service industry, the Automechanika Dubai Awards returns for its 2nd edition.  With new categories added, the awards present a unique opportunity for the industry to […]

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Middle East’s automotive aftermarket industry is bracing for change over next five years – Market Outlook 2022

The Middle East’s automotive aftermarket industry is bracing for change over the next five years, according to the latest Automechanika Dubai Market Outlook 2022 – the fourth in the annual survey series conducted by GRS Explori. Commissioned by Messe Frankfurt Middle East, organiser of Automechanika Dubai, the Middle East’s largest international automotive aftermarket industry trade […]

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Technology & Sustainability changing the shape of UAE Commercial Vehicles Market

Technology is quickly changing the UAE’s commercial vehicles market. Industry analysts predict the next five years of growth will be driven by demand for high performance trucks for the logistics, construction, waste management, and specialised long haul transportation sectors. The upswing is reported in a new whitepaper produced for Automechanika Dubai by Glasgow Research and […]

AFTERMARKET Events

Automechanika Dubai 2022 kicks-off, almost double the size of last year

Automechanika Dubai, the Middle East’s largest international trade exhibition for the automotive aftermarket industry, opened today at the Dubai World Trade Centre with a vast showcase of present and future products, services, technologies and insights from industry experts. Exhibiting the latest technology and innovation from both across the region and beyond, the 19th edition, organised […]

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Indian automotive aftermarket undergoing unprecedented dynamic changes

We are in for some interesting times ahead in the automotive aftermarket, gathers Sarada Vishnubhatla after speaking to S. Muralidharan, Chairman, Mobility Aftermarket. He shares his insights and observations on the subject and highlights the significant trends in the domain that are changing the market dynamics in the short- to mid-term. His upbeat vibe is […]

AFTERMARKET Technology

Kia launches ‘My Kia’ app, digitised Omni channel aftersales initiative

Kia India, the fastest-growing carmaker in the country, launched its digitised Omni channel aftersales initiative – Ownership Programs Online Sales. Aimed at offering utmost transparency and flexibility to the customers, the Ownership Programs Online Sales empowers Kia customers to purchase different Service/Ownership Offerings/Programs, such as Extended Warranty, My Convenience, Accessories, and many more from their […]

AFTERMARKET

Rapid technological advancements, digitalization drives growth in the Indian Automotive aftermarket segment

Industry leaders from the Automotive Aftermarket Industry in a Panel Discussion at the CII’s Auto Serve 2022 Conference were buoyant over the rapid technological advancementsand were optimistic that the Aftermarket industry would remain competitive thanks to digitalization that would drive growth of the sector. Trends indicate that end users though a small number today, are […]

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Castrol and ki Mobility Solutions collaborate to strengthen Indian automotive aftermarket ecosystem

Castrol India Limited (CIL), one of India’s most valued lubricant players and Ki Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (KMS), a leading Indian player in the independent automobile aftermarket business, have announced a collaboration to leverage each other’s strengths and expand the country’s automotive aftermarket ecosystem via ‘myTVS’, KMS’s digitally integrated multi-brand service platform for two and […]

AFTERMARKET Events

Automechanika Dubai to Highlight Potential of ‘Made in GCC’ in the Auto Aftermarket

The GCC automotive aftermarket is on the cusp of seismic change, and Automechanika Dubai 2022 is perfectly placed to allow the industry access to the resulting opportunities and provide a platform to discuss the challenges. In particular, disruptions in the global supply chain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has driven rising demand for locally produced […]

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BharatBenz expands network with 300th touchpoint

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (DICV), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”), has announced the milestone inauguration of its 300th sales and service touchpoint in India. Coming closer to its customers, BharatBenz further expanded its sales and service footprint in the western region by adding 10 new BharatBenz touchpoints in partnership with […]

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CITROËN announces month-long ‘Service Festival’ for customers

Citroën India is kicking off the 2022 festive season with several exciting service offers for its esteemed customers. The company’s festive service campaign will start on 15th October and end on 15th November 2022. During the month-long campaign, customers can avail offers* like: •          Assured Gift for Service Visit •          15% off on Car Care Treatments including Exterior/Interior […]

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Volkswagen inaugurates new sales & service touchpoint in Jammu

Volkswagen Passenger Cars India inaugurates a new sales & service touchpoint in Jammu. Located at Greater Kailash Chowk, NH-1A, the new touchpoint is operated under the adept leadership of Mr. Atul Abrol, Director, WOC Automobile Private Limited. Speaking at the inauguration of this new touchpoint in Jammu, Mr. Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India […]

AFTERMARKET

Automechanika Frankfurt promotes safe and sustainable driving through FIA Smart Driving Challenge Subevent

Automechanika Frankfurt, the world’s leading trade fair for the automotive aftermarket, has identified the smartest driver among its exhibitors and visitors who participated in an FIA Smart Driving Challenge (FIA SDC) Subevent. Doing so, Automechanika Frankfurt has contributed to promote safe and eco-friendly driving. Swedish Artificial Intelligence “As we are an international meeting place for […]