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Imperial Auto appoints Sandeep Bathla as Chief Global Operations Officer

Imperial Auto, a global fluid transmission solutions provider, announces appointment of Sandeep Bathla as its Chief Global Operations Officer (CGOO). In his new role, Sandeep will lead the company’s manufacturing operations globally and drive initiatives aimed at strengthening manufacturing excellence, enhancing manufacturing capabilities and supporting Imperial Auto’s next phase of growth. He will report to […]

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BPW and GreenLine celebrate milestone of 1,000 air-suspended vehicles

Three-year engineering partnership expands air-suspension applications across India’s commercial vehicle landscape BPW Trailer Systems India and GreenLine Mobility Systems have achieved a significant milestone with 1,000 vehicles equipped with BPW air suspension, marking three years of collaboration focused on application-specific engineering, improved vehicle performance and more efficient commercial mobility. The partnership began in 2023 with […]

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Autoteknik Canada to Bring the Automotive Industry Together at New Annual Trade Exhibition

The international B2B exhibition will connect global OE suppliers, aftermarket manufacturers, distributors, repair and collision professionals, technology providers, dealership groups, fleet operators and automotive decision-makers at a dedicated industry event in Canada Canada’s automotive industry will gain a new international business platform in 2027 with the launch of Autoteknik Canada, a B2B exhibition connecting original […]

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Rane (Madras) Completes Acquisition of Hindustan Composites’ Friction Business 

Rane (Madras) Limited (RML) has completed the acquisition of the Friction Business of Hindustan Composites Limited (HCL). The Business Transfer Agreement for the transaction was signed on June 30, 2026. Following the completion of regulatory approvals and other closing conditions, the acquisition has now been completed. HCL’s Friction Business will be integrated with RML’s existing […]

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SIDWAL Brings Its Innovative HVAC Legacy to India’s E-Bus Market

The company has never chased the spotlight — it has simply shown up wherever the hardest cooling problems needed solving. From Rajdhani trains to BrahMos missiles, and now to India’s electric bus fleet, the company’s journey is one of quiet, consistent reinvention. SIDWAL Refrigeration Industries, a subsidiary of Amber Group and a leading name in […]

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Almighty Auto Strengthens Bus Segment Focus with Safety-Centric Wiper Systems

Almighty Auto Ancillary Pvt. Ltd. received an encouraging response at Prawaas 5.0, reinforcing the company’s growing presence in India’s bus and commercial vehicle industry. The company said this year’s exhibition generated significantly higher footfall and promising business inquiries, reflecting the rapid momentum in the bus mobility sector. At the show, Almighty showcased its range of […]

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Sarveshwari Technologies showcases One-stop Workshop Solutions

Sarveshwari Technologies Ltd. made its debut at Prawaas 5.0 with a comprehensive portfolio of workshop equipment and service solutions for the bus industry, receiving encouraging feedback from OEMs, fleet operators and bus operators alike. According to Mr. Mukund Goel, Director, the exhibition provided an ideal platform to demonstrate the company’s capability as a one-stop solutions […]

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DURATUF Reinforces Leadership in Automotive Safety Glass with Innovation and Rapid Development

DURATUF marked a strong presence at Prawaas 5.0 by showcasing its comprehensive range of automotive safety glass solutions, highlighting its expertise in large bus windshields, bulletproof glass, and advanced laminated glazing. Celebrating 40 years in the automotive industry, the company used the platform to reaffirm its position as a trusted partner for OEMs and bus […]

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KRN SPH eyes Rapid Expansion with Service-first Strategy

The growing adoption of air-conditioned buses across India, coupled with the rapid electrification of public transport, is creating fresh opportunities for HVAC solution providers. Looking to capitalise on this momentum is KRN HVAC Products (KRN SPH), a joint venture that combines KRN’s manufacturing strengths with Sphere’s long-standing expertise in bus air-conditioning systems. Making its debut […]

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SAFEX Puts Integrated Bus Fire Safety in Focus at Prawaas 5.0

At Prawaas 5.0, SAFEX Fire Services demonstrated how detection, suppression and driver alerts need to work as an integrated system – while highlighting the growing focus among bus operators on real-world fire safety. Prawaas 5.0 provided SAFEX Fire Services Ltd. with an opportunity to engage directly with the people responsible for operating buses and coaches, […]

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Tata AutoComp Showcases Integrated EV Mobility Solutions at Prawaas 5.0

At Prawaas 5.0, Tata AutoComp Systems showcased its capabilities across the electric mobility value chain, demonstrating a comprehensive portfolio of products and technologies for buses, commercial vehicles and other mobility segments. The display of the complete range of offerings reflects the company’s full-service supplier capabilities and integrated approach to enabling next-generation mobility through its subsidiaries […]

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Telma Retarders Raise the Bar on Safety, Performance, Vehicle Uptime

Regulation is coming, the product is proven, and the market already trusts the brand; for Telma, the timing could not be better. India’s commercial vehicle industry is heading toward a significant safety regulation. From January 2027, all new vehicles must comply with Type 2A (endurance -deceleration/downhill braking performance test) brake regulations, which mandate the use […]

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SPAL’s Advanced Thermal Management Solutions for India’s Evolving Bus and EV Market

SPAL Automotive Technology India Pvt. Ltd. reinforced its commitment to India’s growing commercial vehicle and electric mobility sectors at Prawaas 5.0, showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of thermal management solutions tailored for different bus applications. The company highlighted its range of cooling fans, blowers, coolant pumps and next-generation high-voltage fans, while emphasizing its plans for localization […]

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ZF Debuts at Prawaas with Fire-Safety Door Technology

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 […]

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PM E-DRIVE Scheme Extended by Two Years to March 2028

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 […]