Appointments

Revolt Motors Appoints Roy Kurian as President

Revolt Motors, India’s No.1 electric motorcycle brand, has appointed Roy Kurian as its new President, marking a significant step in the company’s journey toward scale, innovation, and global competitiveness. With over three decades of leadership experience across the automotive and electric mobility sectors, Mr. Kurian brings a proven track record of building brands, driving transformation, […]

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Kia India strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Sunhack Park as CSO and Joonsu Cho as CBO

Kia India, one of the country’s leading premium carmakers, has announced key leadership appointments to further accelerate its growth and strategic direction in the Indian market. The company has named Mr. Sunhack Park as Chief Sales Officer (CSO) and Mr. Joonsu Cho as Chief Business Officer (CBO), marking a significant step in its leadership evolution. […]

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Manav Kapur Appointed Chairman of ACMA Aftermarket Pillar

Mr. Manav Kapur, Director of Steelbird has been appointed as the Chairman of the Aftermarket Pillar of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA). The aftermarket sector is a critical part of India’s automotive industry, supporting mobility, generating employment, and ensuring road safety. Under Mr. Kapur’s leadership, the Aftermarket Pillar will focus on advancing initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, promote deeper […]

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Vikrampati Singhania appointed ACMA President, Sriram Viji named President Designate

The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body representing the Indian auto component industry, has announced the appointment of Mr. Vikrampati Singhania, Managing Director, JK Fenner (India) Ltd., as President, ACMA for the 2025–26 term. The Association also announced Mr. Sriram Viji, Managing Director, Brakes India Pvt. Ltd., as President Designate. Welcoming […]

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Mathias Miedreich to take over as CEO of ZF

At a special meeting, the Supervisory Board of ZF Friedrichshafen AG decided to terminate the existing contractual relationship with the current CEO, Dr. Holger Klein, by mutual amicable agreement. He will leave the Board of Management on September 30, 2025. Mathias Miedreich, who has been a member of the Board of Management since January 2025 […]

Appointments Skill Development

Vinkesh Gulati takes over as Chairperson of ASDC

Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), the apex body for skill development in the automotive sector under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship,today announced the appointment of Mr. Vinkesh Gulati as its new chairperson. He succeeds F R Singhvi, who completed his tenure after steering the council through a period of expansion and reform. Mr. Gulati, a well-known figure […]

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Renault Group appoints François Provost as CEO & Director

The Renault Group Board of Directors, following recommendation from the Governance and Remuneration Committee, has appointed François Provost as Chief Executive Officer of Renault S.A. and Chairman of Renault s.a.s., effective July 31, for a term of four years. The Board also appointed François Provost as Director of Renault S.A. and Renault s.a.s. Previously Chief […]

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Kia India appoints Atul Sood as Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing

Kia India, a leading mass-premium automaker, today announced the appointment of Mr. Atul Sood as Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, effective July 11, 2025. He will report to Mr. Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India and will lead the brand’s nationwide sales strategy and operations. Sood brings close to three decades of experience […]

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Paramjit Chadha appointed new MD of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India

ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited has announced the joining of Paramjit Singh Chadha as its new Managing Director. Paramjit brings nearly 40 years of extensive experience in the automotive industry, having worked with various leading companies. As a seasoned automobile engineer with a lifelong passion for cars, he started his career with Maruti Suzuki, […]

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Vipin Yadav joins DriveX as VP and Head of Marketing

DriveX Mobility, a fast-growing player in India’s pre-owned two-wheeler market and a subsidiary of TVS Motor Company, has appointed Vipin Yadav as Vice President and Head of Marketing. With over 17 years of experience across leading consumer brands, Yadav steps into a key leadership role as DriveX strengthens its brand and customer experience to support […]

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TVS Motor announces Sudarshan Venu as Chairman

 TVS Motor Company announced today that The Board of Directors unanimously named Mr Sudarshan Venu as incoming Chairman of the Company, in recognition of his exemplary contributions to the Company’s sustained growth and strategic development during his tenure as Director. Effective August 25, 2025, Mr Sudarshan Venu will be appointed as Chairman and Managing Director. […]

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Tenneco appoints Arvind Chandra as CEO of India Operations

Tenneco, a leading global automotive supplier, has announced the appointment of Arvind Chandra as Chief Executive Officer of Tenneco India, encompassing the company’s Clean Air, Monroe Ride Solutions (MRS), Champion Ignition, and Powertrain (Bearings and Sealings) businesses in India. In this role, Chandra will oversee all operations under Tenneco India and lead the next phase […]

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Parag Satpute appointed as MD & Group CEO of Greaves Cotton 

Greaves Cotton Limited, a diversified, multi-product engineering company with a legacy of 165 years, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Parag Satpute as its new Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Mr. Satpute will oversee the strategy and operations of Greaves Engineering, Greaves Retail, Greaves Technologies, and Excel […]

Appointments Parts & Components

Bilstein Group establishes Indian subsidiary, appoints Ramachandra Puttanna as MD

Ferdinand Bilstein India Private Limited, the 23rd international subsidiary of Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG, has been founded. The certificate of incorporation was already notarised in February 2025, but the official opening took place when Managing Director Ramachandra Puttanna started his work on April 1st. The graduate mechanical engineer and qualified business manager can […]

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Elofic Industries appoints Kamlesh Koul as CEO

Elofic Industries Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kamlesh Koul as its new Chief Executive Officer. A distinguished leader in engineering and innovation, Mr. Koul has been an integral part of Elofic for the past 13 years, previously serving as Vice President – Engineering and Sustainability. With over 25 years of experience, […]