Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 impressed with an increase in the number of visitors, drawing over 112,000 trade visitors from 173 countries to Frankfurt for the five-day trade fair that serves as the industry’s meeting place. With 4,400 exhibitors from 80 countries, Automechanika offered a wide range of practical solutions and services for workshops, retail and industry. […]
Garage Equipment
Sarveshwari Technologies Plans Full Garage Equipment and a New Tyre Care Brand
Sarveshwari Technologies Ltd is moving from making machine components to making complete garage equipment. It is also launching a new brand for tyre repair and care. Sharing his views to this publication at the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, Mr. Mahendra N. Goyal, Managing Director, Sarveshwari Technologies Ltd, said, the company is introducing new products for […]
AARKAY Forge Eyes US to Offset Europe Slowdown
AARKAY Forge, a Faridabad-based hand tool manufacturer, has stepped into automotive trade shows for the first time, exhibiting at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 after years of participating in Cologne’s International Hardware Show. The company reported a strong response at this show, with several new leads from both within and outside Europe, even as it now sets […]
Manatec Electronics Bets on Space-Saving Tech, ADAS Equipment as Aftermarket Demands Shift
As workshop space grows scarcer and technician shortages deepen across the automotive service industry, the Puducherry-based garage equipment maker Manatec Electronics is redesigning its technology to help customers do more with less, while preparing to launch dedicated ADAS calibration equipment within the next six months to a year. Speaking to this publication, Mr. Kalaiichelvan Mananathan, […]
SMS Autoline Equipments Building a Future-Ready Vehicle Inspection Ecosystem
As the automotive industry embraces stricter regulations, electrification and digitalisation, SMS Autoline Equipments is strengthening its capabilities in vehicle diagnostics, inspection systems and workshop solutions to help customers stay ahead of the curve. The automotive industry is entering a new era where vehicle safety, regulatory compliance and digital intelligence will become as important as vehicle […]
EAST Auto Bets Big on Advanced Workshop Solutions
EVs, ADAS, and software-defined vehicles are rewriting the rules of repair. Workshops now need more than tools — high-voltage safety expertise, precise ADAS calibration, standardised processes, and constant upskilling to keep pace with the tech under the hood, says, Mr. Rishikesh Sahay, CEO, Emerging Auto Solutions & Technik (EAST Auto). The automotive aftermarket is undergoing a […]
Madhus: Workshop Profitability will Define After-Sales By 2030
As India’s automotive retail network continues to expand, dealerships are investing heavily in new showrooms and service centres to meet OEM growth targets. However, Mr. Nikhil B, Managing Director, Madhus Garage Equipment, believes the next phase of the automotive after-sales industry will be defined by workshop profitability. According to Mr. Nikhil, automotive after-sales, particularly the […]
De Neers Appoints Sudhir Malhotra as Strategic Advisor for Automotive and Future Mobility
De Neers, one of India’s leading manufacturers of professional hand tools and insulated tools, has appointed Mr. Sudhir Malhotra as Strategic Advisor — Automotive and Future Mobility. The appointment reflects the company’s growing focus on the automotive sector, currently one of its fastest-growing verticals, with De Neers targeting strong double-digit growth in the segment over […]
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 […]
How Hunter Gives Technicians Back Their Most Valuable Resource: Time
In a market where workshop efficiency directly determines profitability, eight minutes per set of four wheels adds up faster than most shop owners realise. They say the partnerships that last are not built on contracts alone, but on careful judgment, mutual respect, and a shared belief in what is possible. That belief was tested and […]
Michelin Expands Pune Footprint with Three New Premium Tyre & Service Centres
Michelin has strengthened its retail presence in India with the launch of three new Michelin Tyres & Services (MTS) stores in Pune, in partnership with Darshan Tyres. The move is part of the company’s ongoing strategy to enhance customer accessibility and expand its footprint in high-growth automotive markets. The newly opened outlets in Hadapsar, Camp, and Chinchwad are strategically […]
Hunter Engineering Realigns India Operations, Names Madhus Sole Distribution Partner
For over two decades, Hunter Engineering Companyand Madhus have worked closely with workshops across the country, delivering reliable equipment, deep technical expertise, and consistent on-ground support. Effective 2026, Hunter has appointed Madhus as its exclusive partner for sales, installation, training, and customer service across India. This strategic realignment enables greater investment in areas that matter […]
DaTo Bets on Diagnostics, EV Battery Tools and Laser Tech at Automechanika Dubai 2025
Participating for the 15th time at Automechanika Dubai, DaTo is using the 2025 edition to underline a clear message to the aftermarket: high technology can be made both accessible and profitable for workshops across the region. “Automechanika Dubai has been a part of DaTo’s journey since our formation in 2011, and this is our 15th […]
Schumak Equipment Strengthens Market Leadership with New Innovations and Strong Dealer Network
Schumak Equipment (India) Pvt. Ltd., one of the country’s most trusted names in garage equipment manufacturing, continues to deepen its presence across India and international markets. At the recent Coimbatore exhibition where the company served as the principal sponsor, A. Vijayakumar, Director, Schumak shared insights into Schumak’s journey, its expanding product portfolio, and its aggressive […]
Manatec Targets South India Growth with New Stellar and Jumbo 3D Systems
Manatec, a 35-year-old leader in automotive garage equipment, marked its debut at the India Garage Auto Expo in Coimbatore with strong visitor turnout and an expansive product display. Known for its presence across 80+ countries and a robust dealer network of 75 partners across India, the company is sharpening its focus on the tyre and […]
















