India’s premium coach segment is evolving rapidly, driven by rising passenger expectations, advances in engineering, and growing indigenous manufacturing capabilities. At the forefront of this transformation is the RUDRA VYOM, Damodar Group’s flagship 15-metre multi-axle premium coach platform designed to elevate long-distance luxury travel. More than an extended version of an existing model, the RUDRA […]
Amid growing industry focus on passenger safety following recent bus fire incidents across the country, Prakash, the flagship bus body building brand of SM Kannappa Automobiles Pvt. Ltd., has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering safe, reliable, and fully compliant passenger transportation solutions. With over six decades of experience in bus body building, Prakash has established […]
SML Mahindra, one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has signed an MoU with UCO Bank, a leading public sector bank, to offer customised and affordable retail financing solutions to customers across the country. Milan Dubey, Deputy General Manager & Zonal Head, UCO Bank, and Prashant Kumar, Chief General Manager – Marketing, SML Mahindra (second […]
Tata Motors has announced a price increase of up to 2.5% across its commercial vehicle range, effective July 1, 2026. The company, part of the $180 billion Tata Group and India’s largest manufacturer of utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks, and buses, said the price hike is being undertaken to partially offset the impact of rising commodity […]
MG Group made a strong impression at the Busworld India Conclave 2026, underlining its growing stature in India’s bus and coach industry through a combination of engineering capability, premium mobility solutions, and a clear long-term vision for safer and more sustainable transportation. One of the highlights of the event was the showcase of TIGRA, MG […]
At Busworld Southeast Asia 2026 in Jakarta, Telma signalled a significant step in its global growth strategy by formally strengthening its presence in Indonesia through a new local partnership and its first successful vehicle deployment in the market. The move reflects the company’s growing focus on Southeast Asia, where rising demand for safer and more […]
At the recently concluded Busworld India Conclave 2026, discussions around electrification, infrastructure readiness, and mobility integration remained at the forefront as industry stakeholders deliberated on the future of India’s bus segment. Among the key industry voices at the conclave was Mr. Prasanna Patwardhan, Chairman and Managing Director, Purple Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd., who highlighted the […]
By Marshall Martin, Program Manager, and Nachiket Devasthale, Senior Consultant – Mobility Growth Advisory, Frost & Sullivan India’s commercial vehicle (CV) industry is evolving as fleet operators increasingly prioritize utilization, fuel efficiency, uptime, and lifecycle economics over upfront acquisition cost. Light commercial vehicles (LCVs) continue to be one of the fastest-growing segments in India’s commercial […]
The company is redefining intercity mobility in India by combining electric mobility with a strong focus on punctuality, passenger comfort, safety and operational excellence, while rapidly scaling its footprint across the country’s evolving EV bus ecosystem. India’s intercity mobility landscape is slowly witnessing a shift where passengers are no longer looking only for a ticket […]
From pioneering customer success centres and EV applications to building future-ready skills, Mithila Motors is strengthening its position as one of eastern India’s leading Tata Motors commercial vehicle dealerships while preparing for the next phase of industry growth. The journey of Mithila Motors Pvt. Ltd. began in 1958 under the leadership of Late Shri Bipin […]
The IAA Media Summit marks a successful kickoff for IAA TRANSPORTATION – The commercial vehicle industry is driving transformation with intensive efforts and major investments – Lack of charging and hydrogen infrastructure remains a key bottleneck slowing the rollout of climate-friendly commercial vehicles. Held on June 8 and 9 in Frankfurt am Main, the IAA […]
At the recent Taiwan 360 Mobility Show, Hydrogen Valley Power Co., Ltd. took center stage to demonstrate the future of green transportation. As the only team in Taiwan with proven experience in developing hydrogen-powered vehicles exceeding five tons, the company is actively redefining the commercial transit and heavy-vehicle sectors. At the core of the company’s […]
The Busworld India Conclave 2026 held in New Delhi emerged as a key meeting ground for the country’s bus and public mobility ecosystem, bringing together OEMs, operators, technology providers, policymakers and emerging startups under one roof. For companies like Masstrans, the conclave served not just as a networking platform but also as a reflection of […]
AbhiBus, the bus ticketing arm of ixigo, has launched an industry-first Roadside Assistance programme aimed at supporting passengers in the event of a bus breakdown during their journey. Under the new initiative, if a bus booked through AbhiBus breaks down en-route, the platform will arrange an alternative cab within 45 minutes at no additional cost […]
India’s electric commercial vehicle segment continued its upward trajectory in May 2026, with total retail registrations climbing to 2,400 units — a 119.4% year-on-year surge from 1,094 units in May 2025 and a 3.40% sequential rise over April 2026’s 2,321 units. Perhaps more telling is the market share story: EV penetration in the commercial vehicle […]