Infrastructure expansion, organised freight and rising demand for lifecycle value are positioning trailer axles as a strategic growth opportunity in commercial mobility. Mr. Chaitanya Jalan, Jt. Managing Director, Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd., believes the commercial mobility ecosystem will undergo significant transformation by 2030, with the trailer axle segment emerging as a promising growth opportunity. Investments in […]
After seven decades of manufacturing, Mansons International is strengthening its global position through advanced NVH products, sustainable manufacturing and digital sourcing. Mr. Gautam Khanduja, President, Mansons International, says the commercial vehicle undercarriage and NVH component industry is entering a decade of significant change. As Mansons marks its 70th year, its seven manufacturing plants, 14,000+ SKUs […]
Integrating road with rail, air, and sea is how the industry eliminates bottlenecks, cuts costs, and keeps pace with a world that expects everything yesterday, says Mr. Ramachandra Puttanna, MD, India and SAARC countries, Ferdinand Bilstein India Pvt Ltd. The automotive world is quietly being rewritten by three big shifts. First, the fuel is changing […]
“Whether it’s a commercial truck, an off-highway application, or an industrial machine, customers are looking for engineered systems and solutions that help maximise uptime, reduce maintenance requirements and improve overall operating performance, says, Mr. Sanjay Koul, Managing Director, Timken India Ltd. The road to 2030 will be defined by a combination of technological advancement, push […]
As the automotive world transforms, ZF Group’s Mission 2030 puts India at the centre of the story — positioning it as both a strategic market and a global hub for value creation, while shaping the future of mobility, says Mr. Akash Passey, President of ZF Group India. This is the decade of India! The automotive […]
India’s automotive aftermarket is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by evolving vehicle technologies, changing customer expectations, and the growing need for stronger industry partnerships. In this conversation, Charu Saxena, Managing Director, HELLA India Autoparts and Services Pvt. Ltd., reflects on her leadership journey, shares her perspective on the evolving aftermarket landscape, and outlines […]
The Indian automotive aftermarket is entering the most transformative decade in its history. For the companies and garages willing to change with it, the prize is not just India — it is the global south. A single number frames the decade ahead. Over the next fifteen years, already one of the world’s largest, the Indian […]
Established in 1976 by Mr. Jagmohan Singh, Maya Enterprise began as a pioneering importer of premium parts for Mercedes-Benz and other luxury vehicles, sourcing components directly from Singapore and the UAE. The company entered a transformative era in 2004 when his son and current successor, Mr. Rattandeep Singh, joined the family business. Driven by a […]
The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body representing the Indian auto component industry, has announced the appointment of Mr. Sriram Viji, Managing Director, Brakes India Pvt. Ltd., as President for the 2026–27 term, and Mrs. Anjali Singh, Executive Chairperson, ANAND Group & Gabriel India, as President-Designate. Welcoming the new leadership, Mr. Vinnie […]
Backed by 16.3% growth in OEM supplies and accelerated battery localization, India’s auto component sector doubles down on its trajectory toward $200 billion by 2030 The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India Mobility Foundation hosted its 66th Annual General Meeting on 2nd September in New Delhi. Under the theme “Beyond Resilience,” the event convened top […]
Engineering lighter, safer and lower-maintenance axle solutions for the commercial vehicles of tomorrow The commercial vehicle industry is entering a decade where safety, operational efficiency and total lifecycle value will define purchasing decisions more than acquisition cost alone. According to Mr. Shashank Jangra, Head – Sales, Marketing & Business Development, ADR Axle India, the shift […]
Companies that develop resilient and agile supply ecosystems will be better equipped to navigate an increasingly complex global environment. “When we speak about the future of the automotive industry, the conversation almost always begins with electric vehicles. That is understandable, given the pace of change we are witnessing. Yet, the more profound shift lies in […]
Sitting lower on the automotive value chain, component makers are enabling innovation and growth By Poonam Upadhyay, Director, Crisil Ratings Limited A quiet revolution is underway in India’s thriving automotive sector as vehicles become increasingly sophisticated and supply chains more globalised. At its heart are the country’s auto component makers, who have emerged as a […]
The disruptions of tomorrow, the report warns, will not look like those of the past. Building the muscle to face them — before they arrive — is what will separate the industry’s winners from the rest. India’s auto component industry has grown at a remarkable 17% CAGR over the past decade, reaching $86 billion (₹7.6 […]
As one of the world’s leading filtration experts, MANN+HUMMEL will present innovative solutions for the automotive aftermarket at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026. From September 8 to 12, the company will showcase current developments from its aftermarket brands MANN-FILTER, FILTRON and WIX Filters in Hall 3.0, Booth D55, alongside key topics shaping modern mobility. The focus will […]