From 20 to 22 May 2026, the fourth edition of Busworld Southeast Asia will take place at the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo Kemayoran), located in one of Asia’s largest bus markets. Indonesia, the world’s fourth most populous country, ranks among the ten largest bus markets globally, driven by strong demand for public transport and continuous […]
As vehicles evolve into intelligent machines, precision windshield replacement is becoming a critical service, and the company is gearing up to deliver end-to-end solutions for this new generation of smart vehicles. For decades, a broken car windshield in India meant a quick visit to the nearest neighbourhood garage. The repair was usually simple, inexpensive and […]
Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group and one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has broken ground on a greenfield battery pack manufacturing facility at Pillaipakkam near Chennai, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s electric mobility ecosystem. The project will involve an investment of approximately ₹400–500 crore and forms part of […]
Tata Motors has secured cumulative orders for more than 5,000 buses and bus chassis from multiple State Transport Undertakings (STUs) across the country. The company has won a significant share of these nationwide tenders, reaffirming its position as India’s most preferred partner for mass mobility solutions. Each tender was awarded through a competitive e-bidding process […]
Mahindra Group currently holds close to 7% market share in the trucks and buses segment and around 24% in the intermediate and light commercial vehicle (I&LCV) bus category. It aims to expand its overall market share to around 10–12% by FY31 and exceed 20% by FY36. Mahindra’s Truck and Bus Business (MTB) has strengthened its […]
Electric vehicle retail momentum in India remained strong in February 2026, with year-on-year growth recorded across all major segments. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), electric two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, three-wheelers and commercial vehicles all registered healthy growth, although overall EV penetration remained largely stable due to the faster expansion […]
Keto Motors, an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, has successfully secured CMVR Type Approval Certification from the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) for its 9-metre Urbanova KE9 electric bus, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion within India’s electric public mobility segment. The certification confirms compliance with all statutory safety and performance standards, including structural […]
India’s automotive industry continued its growth momentum in February 2026, with strong demand across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, commercial vehicles and tractors. Several leading manufacturers reported robust year-on-year increases, reflecting sustained consumer confidence, improving rural demand and steady expansion in exports. Commercial Vehicles & Off-highway In the commercial vehicle segment, Tata Motors Limited reported total domestic and international CV sales […]
VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV) has announced the appointment of B Srinivas as the new Managing Director & CEO, effective 1st April, 2026. B Srinivas has spent more than three decades at Eicher, managing diverse responsibilities across various business lines, and in strategy, sales, marketing and operations. Since 2024, Srinivas has served as the Chief Operating Officer of VECV. […]
As part of a landmark CSR initiative, SWITCH Mobility, part of the Hinduja Group, has donated an electric double-decker bus to Delhi, marking a significant step forward in sustainable urban mobility and the city’s environmental journey. The vehicle was handed over by Mr. Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Ashok Leyland, to the Chief Minister of Delhi, […]
SML Mahindra delivered a record-breaking performance in January 2026, registering its strongest January results to date and surpassing the previous peak achieved in January 2024. This milestone reflects the company’s strong operational execution, sustained market focus, and the collective efforts of teams across functions. The achievement underscores SML Mahindra’s culture of consistency, discipline, and performance-led […]
In a decisive step to enhance law enforcement mobility and operational preparedness, SML Mahindra Limited has supplied 360 Special Police Buses to the Maharashtra Police, reinforcing the force’s ability to respond swiftly and effectively across the state. A flag-off ceremony was held in Pune, attended by senior Maharashtra Police leadership, including Shri Deepak Pandey, Additional […]
The Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI) has formally announced the 5th Edition of Prawaas, India’s flagship platform for the Bus and Car operators ecosystem, scheduled to be held from 9–11 July 2026 at the Helipad Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The event is hosted by the Akhil Gujarat Pravasi Vahan Sanchalak Trust and […]
Safe, reliable and disciplined transportation is not an add-on at Sanskaram Group of Schools; it is a core part of the institution’s promise to parents. Over the last decade, as the group expanded from a single school into a multi-campus education ecosystem with schools and a university, transportation emerged as a critical enabler of access, […]
LeafyBus recently crossed a defining milestone in India’s electric mobility journey by partnering with Eicher Trucks & Buses to deploy 100 Skyline Pro E 13.5m electric intercity sleeper buses on major national corridors. With the first 35 buses scheduled for rollout by March 31, 2026, the collaboration marks one of the largest structured deployments of […]