T. Loon Chand Chordia of, Siremull Hirachand Tyrestore has behind him decades of experience in dealing with all kinds of tyres. In this interview with M. Stephen, he talks about the ground realities in today’s tyre business and how sales have taken a big hit due to several disruptive strategies. Could you share details about […]
Distribution & Retail
India’s first Vredestein outlet opened in Bengaluru
Apollo Tyres has inaugurated the first branded retail outlet for Vredestein brand of tyres in India. India’s one of the most premium tyre counters, Madhus Tyre Centre, Hosur Main Road, Bengaluru, in the southern part of the country, has been chosen as the first exclusive outlet for Vredestein brand of tyres. The outlet was inaugurated […]
SANY India opens new state-of-the-art 4S facility in Pune
SANY India, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment, has announced the inauguration of its new 4S office in association with OM Hydraulics Equipments in Pune, Maharashtra. The move strengthens SANY India’s presence in the region and expands its commitment to providing customers with high-quality construction equipment and excellent customer service. This Pune facility will be the only […]
ML Automobiles – Expanding reach with genuine spares
ML Automobiles, Chennai is a name to reckon with in the aftermarket industry. After making a niche for itself as a distributor of M&M genuine spares and selling parts for models of Willy Jeep – 1942 model to XUV 700 2023, the company has taken a firm grip on this sector. In an interview with […]
Madras Engineering Company – Expertise in leaf springs pays rich dividends
Starting with radios and moving to automotive leaf springs, Madras Engineering Company has come a long way. Sharing his knowledge of the aftermarket sector in the country, Lalit Nangia, proprietor of Madras Engineering Company, elaborates on how the industry has changed over the years and how the increasing shift towards electric vehicles will further create […]
Tata Motors appoints Inchcape as new CV distributor in Thailand
Tata Motors, one of the world’s leading automotive manufacturers has announced its partnership with Inchcape plc, a leading global automotive distributor, as their distributor for their commercial vehicles in Thailand. Through this partnership, Tata Motors will commence the sales and service of its commercial vehicles across the country. India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, Tata Motors, […]
Shriram Automall recognised by Great Place to Work for third time in a row
Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL) – India’s Largest Phygital Marketplace for used Vehicles and Equipment, has been recognised as Great Place to Work® Institute (India) Certified company for Third time in a row.Great Place to Work® is a global authority that recognises High-Trust and High-Performance Culture™ at workplaces around the globe and SAMIL is among […]
Allcargo Group unveils Grade A warehouse at Hosur for automotive OEMs and aftermarket distribution
Spread over 1.10 lakh sq ft area, the facility offers fast access to key distribution locations Allcargo Group, India’s largest integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions provider, has launched a Grade A warehouse facility at Hosur in Tamil Nadu. Spread over 1.10 lakh sq ft area, the state-of-the-art warehousing facility has been deployed for managing consolidation and […]
Online CV spares sales on fast lane
The e-commerce pie in the commercial vehicle automotive component market is definitely growing. Currently, 83% of the retailers are registered online of which 36% retailers are ordering online. India is one of the leading manufacturers and exporters of commercial vehicles in the world. And commercial vehicles hold almost 4% of the total market share of […]
Nissan India achieves exports of one million vehicles
Nissan India leadership along with Kamarajar Port officials flags off the one-millionth export vehicle Nissan India exports to 108 countries Nissan Magnite was the one millionth vehicle exported Chennai, July 29, 2022: Nissan Motor India has achieved a key milestone of exporting one million Nissan vehicles. Inspired by its philosophy of ‘Make in India, Make […]
JK Tyre expands retail network in Tamil Nadu
Inaugurates new Truck Wheels Centre in Pattanur, Villupuram Indian tyre industry major & the leader in the truck & bus radial segment, JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. has inaugurated a new JK Tyre Truck Wheel Centre in Pattanur, Tamil Nadu. The ultra-modern equipped flagship centre in Tamil Nadu has been designed to provide best in […]
FUCHS LUBRICANTS Making deep forays into aftermarket segment in India
In an extended talk with N. Balasubramanian, Stephan Lenz, Regional BDM Automotive – India & Southeast Asia, makes the story of FUCHS Group heard and talks about their globally-known and highly competitive brand of lubricants besides throwing light on their foray into the Indian aftermarket segment. In India, the brand is well-known in the OE […]
ZF Aftermarket inaugurates first-of-a-kind integrated sales and service outlet
ZF Aftermarket has inaugurated a first-of-its-kind integrated sales and service outlet in India at Bengaluru. This holistic one-stop-shop approach combines distribution, sales, retrofit, aftersales support, diagnostics, and training. The authorized solution provider will showcase the full breadth of ZF Aftermarket portfolio along with all the associated brands (ZF, Lemförder, Sachs, TRW, WABCO) With full access to the […]
Sri Guruvayurappan Automobile Stores maintains steady growth
C Ashokhan started his career in the automobile spare parts trade by joining India Motor Parts and Accessories Ltd. (IMPAL) in January 1984. With his sincerity and commitment to the assigned job, he got promoted to the post of Sales Officer. In 1992, he joined Premier Auto Electric Ltd. (PAE) as Senior Sales Officer and […]
GaragePlug’s tech solution impresses customers worldwide
GaragePlug, one of the fastest-growing start-ups in India, offers an advanced mobile-based automotive workshop management software that includes a wide range of modules tailor-made for different types of businesses within the aftermarket including large enterprises / OEMs, franchises and independent garages & workshops. Ashish Shrivastav, Co-Founder & COO, GaragePlug, was gung-ho while talking to us […]