For over six decades, SM Kannappa Automobiles (Prakash Bus) has been building safe and reliable bus bodies for India. As the industry moves toward electrification, safety, and digital connectivity, Mr. Kesavan T, Director – Technical of the company is looking at expanding capabilities, forging new partnerships, and investing in the future — committed to delivering […]
SWITCH Mobility, pioneered the two to 3.5 tonne e-commercial vehicle segment in India, has held its ground ever since, commanding a market share close to 40%. And with price parity between electric and diesel vehicles narrowing rapidly in the sub-2 tonne category, the momentum is only building, says the CEO of the company India’s electric […]
The company believes early adoption and operational expertise will define the next phase of India’s electric mobility journey. As India’s public mobility ecosystem moves towards a cleaner future, electric buses are expected to play a defining role across city, school, and staff transportation. According to Mr. Sanyam Gandhi, Whole-Time Director, Chartered Speed, the transition will […]
Buying the vehicle is just the beginning. Today’s customers expect uptime, reliability, safety, and lifecycle support — and the companies that deliver all of it will win their loyalty, says, Mr. Torsten Schmidt, Managing Director & CEO, DICV. The commercial vehicle industry is entering a decisive decade, shaped by five major shifts: stronger customer demand […]
Blazo i-TRK launch highlights product evolution, AI-led efficiency and application-based services At the launch of the Blazo i-TRK, Mr. Vinod Sahay, President MTB and Executive Chairman, SML Mahindra, outlined the company’s roadmap for growth, product evolution and technology-led efficiency. With the integration of SML Mahindra, the company is targeting an increase in overall CV market […]
OHM Global Mobility, the strategic e-mobility arm of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, has launched 130 new air-conditioned electric buses in Chennai under Phase 2 of the Metropolitan Transport Corporation’s (MTC) electric bus programme. The buses were flagged off by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Mr. C. Joseph Vijay at the Secretariat, in […]
The company’s growth has been closely aligned with the evolution of India’s bus body building sector, says Mr. Anil Mohan Kamat, Chairman & Managing Director, MG Group. The Indian commercial vehicle and bus mobility industry is entering one of its most transformative decades. By 2030, “we expect five major trends to redefine the sector, Mr. […]
By Mahesh Babu, Managing Director, Olectra Greentech Limited The Next Chapter in India’s Mobility Story India’s mobility story has long been driven by road transport, with buses forming the backbone of the nation’s public transportation system. Every day, an estimated 40 crore passenger journeys are made through public and private bus networks, connecting people to […]
Infrastructure growth, logistics formalisation, connected vehicles and application-specific powertrains will reshape India’s commercial mobility landscape. Mr. B Srinivas, MD & CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles, sees India’s commercial vehicle industry entering a strong phase of growth, supported by rising middle-class aspirations, infrastructure development, replacement demand and a more organised logistics ecosystem. Expressways, dedicated freight corridors and […]
India is no longer just building vehicles for its own roads. Its manufacturers are going global — and the pace at which that is happening is only set to accelerate, says Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland. India is going to surprise people. That is perhaps the most confident and considered […]
There are moments when a business journey goes beyond regular operations and becomes an opportunity to contribute to something deeply meaningful and close to the heart. The visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, was one such occasion. Mr. Vinod Sahay, Executive Chairman, along with the senior management of SML Mahindra Limited, paid their respects at […]
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Haryana to establish an Institute of Driving Training & Research (IDTR) in Ambala. The initiative aims to strengthen professional driver training, promote safer roads, and develop a […]
The company has never chased the spotlight — it has simply shown up wherever the hardest cooling problems needed solving. From Rajdhani trains to BrahMos missiles, and now to India’s electric bus fleet, the company’s journey is one of quiet, consistent reinvention. SIDWAL Refrigeration Industries, a subsidiary of Amber Group and a leading name in […]
Emergency braking is a critical active ADAS component that OEMs need to comply with upcoming regulatory requirements. drivebuddyAI arrived at PRAWAAS with a product update that drew immediate attention. In just two days at the exhibition, the company received inquiries for more than 10,000 devices from bus / cab operators across the country, and was […]
What started as a spreadsheet and a list of phone numbers has grown into something the used vehicle market in India has needed for years – a simple, reliable way to find the right vehicle, close to home. It all started with a simple yet persistent frustration. Customers looking to buy a used truck, bus, […]