August 2026 will be remembered as a watershed moment in India’s automotive history. For the first time ever, alternative fuels — CNG, hybrid, and electric combined — overtook petrol in the passenger vehicle market. That single development, more than any volume record, signals how fundamentally the country’s mobility landscape is shifting. Total retail registrations stood […]
For 45 years, Swapan Kumar Mandal has dedicated his life to keeping vehicles on the road. At 58 years of age, he continues to serve customers with the same passion and commitment that marked the beginning of his journey. Operating from his own workshop, Mondal Batteries, in Kolkata, he has built a reputation for honest […]
For Paresh Patel Ranchhodbhai, driving a bus is more than a profession; it is a responsibility and, in his words, a service to God. Since joining Ahmedabad-based Aadinath Bulk Pvt. Ltd. in 2017, he has been driving buses under the Ahmedabad Municipal Transport Service (AMTS), carrying hundreds of passengers every day. His routine begins with […]
Barely hours into his new role as SIAM President, Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, was already facing some of the toughest questions facing the industry. What followed was a candid and direct conversation that offered a clear picture of where India’s commercial vehicle industry is headed — and what needs […]
Shared mobility, digital operator platforms and electric buses will redefine urban commuting as Indian cities focus on moving more people with existing infrastructure. India’s urban mobility challenge over the next decade will not be solved by building more roads alone, but by making better use of the infrastructure already in place. As congestion continues to […]
Driving EV adoption through profitable intercity operations, digital innovation and customer-first mobility. As India’s public mobility sector moves steadily towards a cleaner future, electric buses are expected to witness rapid adoption across applications where total cost of ownership (TCO) makes commercial sense. According to Mr. Saurabh Patwardhan, Director, Prasanna Purple Mobility, the next five years […]
The company delivered 1,280 units in FY26 — its highest ever since inception. Mr. Mahesh Babu, Managing Director – Olectra Greentech Limited, said, the e-CV industry in India is at an inflection point. Over the next five years three powerful forces — policy, customer economics, and industry dynamics — will together reshape how buses and […]
The commercial vehicle of tomorrow will be designed around three non-negotiable demands — a more comfortable experience for passengers, vehicles that stay on the road longer, and economics that make ownership genuinely rewarding, says, Mr. Prasan Firodia, Managing Director, Force Motors Limited. The automotive industry is evolving in response to changing customer expectations. While electrification […]
Marking a significant milestone in their decades-long partnership, Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL) has placed an order for 150 Volvo 9600 luxury sleeper coaches with Volvo Buses India— representing the largest single order placed by any private bus operator with Volvo Buses. The order was formally marked with a key handover ceremony held today at Bengaluru, further reinforcing the […]
The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has elected Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO, Ashok Leyland Ltd., as its new President for 2026-27. Agarwal, who previously served as Vice President of SIAM, succeeds Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., as Immediate Past President. The new office bearers were […]
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 […]