Fifty years is a milestone worth celebrating meaningfully. SUTLEJ Automotives chose to mark it not only with a ceremony but also with a product launch of the S2000 Prime, a special edition sleeper coach. Launched at Prawaas 5.0, the company says that the new model is the most feature-rich bus it has ever built. Speaking together […]
The MD & CEO of the company Mr. Girish Wagh credited the quarter’s growth to a strong product portfolio, sharp execution, and discipline, while highlighting EV momentum. At its Q1FY27 earnings call held last evening, Mr. Wagh gave an indication of how the company managed rising costs while betting big on both electric vehicles and […]
ZF Group participated in Prawaas for the first time this year. Having attended previous editions as a guest, the company stepped onto the exhibition floor as an exhibitor – and brought with it a product that quickly caught the attention of visitors. The product was a door control system designed to open automatically when smoke […]
At PRAWAAS the company has launched the GALAXY — an electric sleeper-seater coach that offers the highest seating capacity and luggage space in its segment, giving long-distance route operators a compelling combination of premium passenger experience and the potential to boost revenue by 30 to 40% over conventional buses. JBM Electric Vehicles has launched the […]
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has extended the tenure of the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme by two years, taking its implementation period from 31 March 2026 to 31 March 2028. Originally notified on 29 September 2024 with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore for a two-year period, the scheme […]
As passenger expectations continue to evolve, bus operators and coach builders are increasingly investing in technologies that enhance comfort, safety and connectivity. With nearly three decades of experience in the segment, CARBON is strengthening its position by expanding its portfolio of entertainment and security solutions while backing them with a strong nationwide after-sales network. Speaking […]
At the recently concluded PRAWAAS 5.0 SUN Mobility has unveiled a modular multi-battery swapping solution for electric buses demonstrated on the Tata Starbus EV platform. Certified under AIS-038, this model has two battery modules that can be swapped simultaneously, with the entire process completed in under five minutes. The system supports both 50 kWh and […]
As India’s intercity bus industry continues to embrace digital transformation, redBus continues to expand its role beyond ticketing, as a technology partner for bus operators. At Prawaas 5.0, the company showcased a range of AI-powered and data-driven solutions aimed at helping operators improve profitability, identify new business opportunities and enhance passenger experience. Speaking to MOTORINDIA, […]
Trans ACNR, the Delhi-headquartered transport air-conditioning specialist behind the JTAC bus air-conditioning brand, showcased several new solutions at Prawaas 5.0 while outlining an ambitious roadmap that spans a near-tripling of production capacity, a wider global footprint and a move into new application segments such as battery energy storage systems (BESS) and data centre cooling. To […]
Prawaas 5.0 provided Damodar Group with a strong platform to showcase its latest products, engage with fleet operators and OEMs, and strengthen its relationships with customers and other industry stakeholders. The company’s participation was centred around two significant product launches – RUDRA PRO AMT and RUDRA VYOM – reflecting its focus on innovation, engineering excellence […]
Switch Mobility has launched a new 9-metre electric bus at PRAWAAS 2026, and the company is clear about one thing from the outset — this is not an adapted version of its existing 12-metre model. It is a completely new product, designed from scratch to address the specific needs of shorter routes, staff transportation, school […]
The commercial vehicle industry is entering an era where electrification, automation, connectivity and digitalisation are no longer standalone technology domains—they are increasingly converging to create smarter, safer and more efficient vehicles. According to Ivan Brajdic, Head of R&D at the Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) Division, ZF, the next phase of innovation will be defined not […]
At Prawaas 5.0, zingbus showcased its growing role in transforming India’s intercity bus ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on electrification, premium travel experiences and technology-enabled operations. Speaking to MOTORINDIA, Mratunjay Beniwal, Co-founder and COO, zingbus, said the company is focused on making intercity travel “affordable and dignified” while expanding its footprint across more cities through […]
MG Group has launched the Starz, a new intercity coach that sits squarely between its popular Glider range and its super-premium Tigra coach — filling a gap the market itself had been asking for. The story begins eight years ago, when the company introduced the Glider range and quietly changed what intercity bus travel looked […]
India’s rapidly evolving bus industry is creating fresh opportunities for advanced climate control and thermal management technologies, and Eberspaecher Suetrak is positioning itself to capitalise on the momentum. At Prawaas 5.0, the company showcased its latest product portfolio while underlining its long-term commitment to the Indian market through investments in technology, localisation and manufacturing. Sharing […]