At the 2026 round of the IAA Transportation fair in Hanover, Driventic will launch yet another trailblazing system solution for electric trucks and buses: the new Electric Air Compressor (EAC). Developed for worldwide use, the EAC combines maximum energy efficiency and durability with a low noise level – setting new standards for compressed air management […]
DAF Trucks is introducing a series of product innovations at the IAA Transportation 2026. This includes a wide variety of new axle configurations for both its industry-leading diesel and electric powered vehicles, to offer tailor-made solutions for every transport application. As part of the DAF Transport Efficiency philosophy, DAF is also presenting various new features […]
At IAA Transportation 2026, taking place from 14 to 20 September 2026 in Hanover, MAN Truck & Bus is presenting its highly efficient truck and van portfolio, spanning 3.5 to 250 tonnes, under the motto “Driving. People. Partner.” This is complemented by a comprehensive ecosystem covering electromobility, charging and energy supply. In doing so, MAN […]
At IAA Transportation 2026, SuperPanther is reporting commercial progress with the eTopas 600, presenting technologies for future vehicles and outlining its approach to intelligent heavy-duty transportation. The eTopas 600 has achieved European Whole Vehicle Type Approval, is manufactured with Steyr Automotive in Austria and is entering customer operations. SuperPanther plans to deliver around 100 trucks […]
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) today introduced the all-new Lounge Edition across CRETA, ALCAZAR and CRETA Electric. Crafted for customers seeking elevated comfort, exclusivity and connected experiences, the Lounge Edition reimagines the modern SUV cabin as a premium personal space. Featuring Hyundai’s new immersive Rear Seat Entertainment System (RSE), lounge exclusive interiors and distinctive styling […]
Ultraviolette today announced plans to establish its BIGGA (Big Global Ambition) Factory, a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The facility marks a significant expansion of Ultraviolette’s manufacturing footprint and will provide the capacity and infrastructure required to support the company’s next phase of growth in India and international markets. The BIGGA Factory […]
BGauss, the design and engineering-led electric mobility company, today launched the C12 MaxR, a new-generation electric scooter engineered to bring together performance, durability, range, intelligent utility and distinctive design for the evolving Indian consumer. At the heart of the C12 MaxR is BGauss’ WSA Platform, a flexible vehicle architecture engineered to support multiple motor, battery and wheel configurations. […]
BMW India’s first locally produced electric sedan that leads its class in size, rear space, and electric range. Robust 81.6 kWh battery that delivers a massive range of up to 669 km. Engineered for supreme comfort, the rear-axle air suspension enhances ride quality, creating a serene and luxurious driving experience. Elevating the segment with an […]
August 2026 will be remembered as a watershed moment in India’s automotive history. For the first time ever, alternative fuels — CNG, hybrid, and electric combined — overtook petrol in the passenger vehicle market. That single development, more than any volume record, signals how fundamentally the country’s mobility landscape is shifting. Total retail registrations stood […]
Barely hours into his new role as SIAM President, Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, was already facing some of the toughest questions facing the industry. What followed was a candid and direct conversation that offered a clear picture of where India’s commercial vehicle industry is headed — and what needs […]
Electrification, AI infrastructure and stricter environmental requirements are making thermal management increasingly critical to mobility, energy and industrial systems. Mr. Manish Mehra, Managing Director, Arteco Coolants India Private Limited, believes the cooling and heat transfer industry is entering a period of fundamental change. Electrification, the rapid expansion of AI and data centre infrastructure, rising energy-efficiency […]
As electrification, predictive maintenance and lightweight engineering reshape global mobility, NBC Bearings is strengthening its technology, R&D and customer partnerships to deliver next-generation bearing solutions across automotive, industrial, aerospace and commercial vehicle applications. The bearing industry is entering a transformative decade as electrification, digitalisation and sustainability redefine mobility and industrial applications. Sharing his outlook for […]
Driving EV adoption through profitable intercity operations, digital innovation and customer-first mobility. As India’s public mobility sector moves steadily towards a cleaner future, electric buses are expected to witness rapid adoption across applications where total cost of ownership (TCO) makes commercial sense. According to Mr. Saurabh Patwardhan, Director, Prasanna Purple Mobility, the next five years […]
IIT Bombay Racing has achieved a significant international milestone, securing first place overall in both the Electric Vehicle and Driverless Vehicle categories at Formula Student Portugal 2026. The Formula Student team of IIT Bombay delivered an impressive performance at the international engineering competition, demonstrating its capabilities across vehicle design, efficiency, endurance, cost and manufacturing, and […]
By Ashim Sharma, Senior Partner & Group Head, NRI Consulting & Solutions India India’s automotive sector is undergoing a major transition as we rapidly approach a vehicle parc of 10 million Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs). The BEV parc has grown by 57% CAGR from 2020, enabled by the expansion of charging infrastructure and strong policy […]