Tata Motors MD & CEO says India’s unique incentive structure and ecosystem development have positioned the country ahead of several global markets in commercial vehicle electrification While several global markets are witnessing slower-than-expected adoption of electric trucks, India is emerging as one of the brighter spots in commercial vehicle electrification. Responding to a MOTORINDIA question […]
The pilot programme will establish a structured and traceable ecosystem for the collection, channelisation and recycling of used engine oil from Tata Motors’ authorised service network in Karnataka, supporting India’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework and circular economy objectives. Tata Motors, India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, and Castrol India Limited, a market leader in advanced […]
Olectra Greentech Limited has reported its best-ever annual performance in FY26, delivering 1,280 electric vehicles — the highest since inception. Revenue grew 28% year on year to ₹2,312.17 crore, EBITDA rose 27% to ₹352.28 crore, and profit after tax increased 29% to ₹179.53 crore. Cumulative deliveries stood at 3,998 units as of March 31, 2026, […]
The Federation of Karnataka Lorry Owners Association (FOKLOA) brought together over 1,200 transporters from across the State at its Annual General Meeting held in Raichur on June 14, where members deliberated on several pressing issues affecting the trucking fraternity. Representatives from around 25-30 districts participated in the meeting, making it one of the largest gatherings […]
Electric trucks operating with two-driver teams stand to benefit significantly from charging capacities exceeding one megawatt. Even in situations where overnight charging is not possible, ultra-fast charging can substantially reduce vehicle downtime and improve operational efficiency. MAN Truck & Bus, together with its partners in the NEFTON 3000 funded project, has achieved a major technological […]
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) under the Government of India’s scheme for the replacement of old trucks and buses in the Delhi-NCR (National Capital Region). The scheme, approved by the Union […]
Tata Motors has announced orders for over 3,400 electric commercial vehicles across segments, marking a significant milestone in the mainstream adoption of electric mobility for both freight and passenger transport in India. The orders comprise approximately 2,000 small commercial vehicles and pick-ups, 900 trucks, and 500 buses, spanning applications as diverse as e-commerce, logistics, FMCG […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan As India’s logistics sector undergoes rapid transformation, the company is driving profitable growth through technology-led operations, network optimisation, operational discipline and customer-centric supply chain solutions. As India’s logistics sector undergoes a structural transformation driven by consumption growth, manufacturing expansion, e-commerce penetration and infrastructure modernisation, Mahindra Logistics Ltd. (MLL) is sharpening its focus […]
From compliance-heavy operations to fast, just-in-time deliveries, the company handles diverse industry needs with a flexible, end-to-end logistics approach. For a long time, logistics was seen as a support function—something that quietly worked in the background. But that view is changing fast. Today, companies are beginning to see logistics not just as a cost centre, […]
SML Mahindra, one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has signed an MoU with UCO Bank, a leading public sector bank, to offer customised and affordable retail financing solutions to customers across the country. Milan Dubey, Deputy General Manager & Zonal Head, UCO Bank, and Prashant Kumar, Chief General Manager – Marketing, SML Mahindra (second […]
Tata Motors has announced a price increase of up to 2.5% across its commercial vehicle range, effective July 1, 2026. The company, part of the $180 billion Tata Group and India’s largest manufacturer of utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks, and buses, said the price hike is being undertaken to partially offset the impact of rising commodity […]
New Ajapar Plant Signals company’s Next Phase of Growth and Modernisation For three decades, Atri Trailers has been a familiar name in Kutch’s transportation ecosystem. What began as a small entrepreneurial venture has steadily evolved into one of the region’s leading trailer manufacturing businesses. Today, with the commissioning of its modern manufacturing facility at Ajapar […]
By Marshall Martin, Program Manager, and Nachiket Devasthale, Senior Consultant – Mobility Growth Advisory, Frost & Sullivan India’s commercial vehicle (CV) industry is evolving as fleet operators increasingly prioritize utilization, fuel efficiency, uptime, and lifecycle economics over upfront acquisition cost. Light commercial vehicles (LCVs) continue to be one of the fastest-growing segments in India’s commercial […]
From pioneering customer success centres and EV applications to building future-ready skills, Mithila Motors is strengthening its position as one of eastern India’s leading Tata Motors commercial vehicle dealerships while preparing for the next phase of industry growth. The journey of Mithila Motors Pvt. Ltd. began in 1958 under the leadership of Late Shri Bipin […]
Daimler Truck has launched a new global brand, Daimler Truck Defence, bringing together its worldwide defence activities under one unified identity as the company positions defence as a key pillar of its growth strategy. The portfolio currently includes vehicles from Mercedes-Benz Trucks and will be progressively expanded to incorporate solutions from other Daimler Truck vehicle […]