Components Distribution & Retail

Harnam Auto Parts Captures Growing Independent Workshop Demand for Out of Warranty Luxury Vehicles

Founded in 1965 in Delhi by Amarjeet Singh, Harnam Automobiles has grown into a cornerstone of India’s European car parts market. Relocating to Chennai in 1985 to better serve its South Indian clientele, the company became one of India’s first importers of European auto components, ultimately earning the reputation as the No. 1 European car […]

Components

Schaeffler India Becomes First Bearing Company to Receive BIS Licence for Cylindrical Roller Bearings

Schaeffler India has received Bureau of Indian Standards licences for its manufacturing plants in Maneja and Savli, becoming the first company in India’s bearings industry to obtain BIS certification for Cylindrical Roller Bearings. The two plants have also received BIS licences for Deep Groove Ball Bearings, further strengthening the company’s quality credentials across its product […]

Components M&A Safety

Rane (Madras) Acquires Hindustan Composites’ Friction Business for ₹370 Crore

Rane (Madras) Limited has signed an agreement to acquire the friction materials business of Hindustan Composites Limited for an enterprise value of ₹370 crore, in a slump sale that will be executed as a going concern. The transaction has been structured as a Business Transfer Agreement and remains subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing […]

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DRiV signs MS Dhoni as Its First-Ever Brand Ambassador

DRiV™, the dedicated aftermarket business group of Tenneco, has appointed Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its National Brand Ambassador. Bringing together some of the industry’s most trusted brands under a single aftermarket identity, DRiV’s association with Dhoni marks the company’s first-ever partnership with a celebrity ambassador. The move underscores the strategic importance of the Indian market […]

Components Partnerships

German-Indian JV – BOS-JRG Automotive Systems Eyes $15M Revenue in Five Years

JRG Automotive Industries India Pvt. Ltd. and BOS GmbH & Co. KG of Germany have announced the formation of BOS-JRG Automotive Systems Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture combining German engineering with Indian manufacturing to serve the growing Indian automotive market. The venture will produce advanced automotive shading and cargo management systems, starting with Side Window […]

Components Events Repair & Maintenance Service & Maintenance

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 to open with Keynote by Sustainability Pioneer Dr. Bertrand Piccard

For the third time, Automechanika Frankfurt will kick off on 8 September 2026 with its CEO Breakfast, bringing together international leaders from the automotive and supplier industries in an exclusive setting. This year’s event will feature Dr Bertrand Piccard – visionary explorer, innovator and pioneer of sustainable technologies. In his keynote address, Dr Piccard will […]

Appointments Components Emobility

Tsuyo Manufacturing Appoints Prashant Ranjan as Director

Tsuyo Manufacturing Private Limited has announced the appointment of Mr. Prashant Ranjan as Director In-Charge — Sales and Service. The strategic appointment comes as the company continues to scale operations and strengthen its domestic presence to meet the rapidly growing demand for advanced electric mobility solutions across India. In his new role, Mr. Ranjan will […]

Buses Components

Telma Accelerates Southeast Asia Expansion with Strategic Indonesia Entry

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 […]

Components Driver Welfare

York Trains 100+ Drivers at BKD Transport to Boost Fleet Reliability

Reinforcing its commitment to customer support, road safety, and fleet performance, York Transport Equipment recently organized a comprehensive Driver Training and Preventive Maintenance Camp at BKD Transport (Braja Kumar Das Transport) in Sambalpur. The event was conducted under the supervision of York’s service team and witnessed active participation from over 100 drivers. The programme was […]

Components Passenger Cars

Force Motors Rolls Out 200,000th Engine for Mercedes-Benz, Marking Three Decades of Partnership

Force Motors has rolled out the 200,000th engine from its engine manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune, marking a significant milestone in its long-standing partnership with Mercedes-Benz. The association between the two companies in engine manufacturing dates back to 1997 and has since evolved into a comprehensive partnership covering the manufacturing of engines and axles for […]

Components Safety Two Wheelers

Brembo and Ningbo SAFE Brakes Systems sign JV for Motorcycle ABS Production in India

Brembo, the global mobility innovation leader, and Ningbo SAFE Brakes Systems, market leader in China’s motorcycle ABS sector, have today signed a joint venture establishing a new company, BRSF Active Safety Solutions, dedicated to the production of ABS for the Indian motorcycle market. Brembo will hold a 60% majority stake in the joint venture, which will focus on the local […]

Components

Eagle Eyes Shines a Light on Global Expansion and ESG Leadership

Established in 1978 in Tainan City, Eagle Eyes Traffic Ind. Co., Ltd. has evolved into a premier global leader in automotive lighting. Showcasing its extensive portfolio at the recent Taipei 360° Mobility Mega Show, the company highlighted a steadfast commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability. Producing a comprehensive range of automotive lighting, including headlights, taillights, […]

Buses Components

“Safety and Dependability will Define Next Phase of Bus Technology Growth” – Masstrans’ Jayanti Jain

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 […]

Components Emobility

Tsuyo Manufacturing Selected for Bharat Innovates 2026  

Tsuyo Manufacturing Private Limited, India’s leading e-mobility component manufacturing company, has been selected among 120 startups chosen for Bharat Innovates 2026 — a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The prestigious programme, announced by the Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi on February 17, 2026, during the India-France Year of Innovation, is […]

Components Safety Two Wheelers

Vega Invests in Tageze to Bring QR-Based Emergency Response Technology to Rider Safety

Vega Auto Accessories, one of the world’s leading helmet manufacturers and the company behind premium helmet brand AXOR, has announced a strategic investment in Pune-based emergency technology company Tageze Medical ID System. The partnership marks a significant step in extending rider safety beyond accident prevention into emergency preparedness — combining physical protection with connected digital […]