India’s automotive industry had a strong May 2026, with several manufacturers recording their highest-ever monthly sales across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, and commercial vehicles. Electric vehicle sales stood out as a key highlight, with multiple players reporting sharp growth — reflecting the accelerating shift toward cleaner mobility. While the overall demand environment remained healthy, rising input […]
Green Drive Mobility, one of India’s leading multi-stack electric vehicle fleet operators, in partnership with Montra Electric and TVS Vehicle Mobility Solution, has deployed 100 EVIATOR 350 electric refrigerated trucks across India to support More Retail’s quick commerce operations. The deployment marks a notable development in the adoption of electric vehicles for urban cold chain […]
Tata Motors is accelerating its push towards alternate fuel mobility with the launch of the all-new Intra V40, further strengthening its leadership in the fast-growing small commercial vehicle (SCV) and pickup segment. Designed for high-load, high-efficiency operations, the Intra V40 combines CNG + petrol bi-fuel technology with a best-in-class payload capacity of 1,525 kg and […]
IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 is set to once again showcase a wide range of innovations in commercial vehicle technology, with its increasingly popular Test Drive programme taking centre stage. The initiative gives visitors the opportunity to experience the latest, most efficient and connected transportation solutions firsthand. Building on the strong response received in previous editions, the […]
Transport Corporation of India Ltd. (TCI), India’s leading integrated multimodal logistics and supply chain solutions provider, reported strong growth for FY2026, driven by robust performance across its multimodal logistics, warehousing, supply chain and integrated mobility businesses. The Company announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026, reflecting sustained […]
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.) reported total vehicle sales of 99,636 units in May 2026, registering a 20% year-on-year growth, including exports. The company’s Utility Vehicle (UV) segment continued to drive performance, with 58,021 SUVs sold in the domestic market, reflecting an 11% growth over the corresponding period last year. Including exports, total UV […]
Across trucks, buses, technology, and global markets, the momentum is building — and the company believes it is only just getting started. Ashok Leyland reported its best-ever annual financial performance in FY26 — revenues up 14% to ₹44,007 crore, operating profit before tax rising 22% to ₹5,163 crore, and a net cash surplus of nearly […]
Volvo Financial Services (VFS) and Eicher Motors Limited have announced their intent to form a 50:50 joint venture to provide financing, leasing and other financial services for customers of Volvo and Eicher-branded commercial vehicles in the Indian market. Pending regulatory approval, the JV will be created through VFS India issuing new shares to Eicher in […]
Ashok Leyland has secured an order for 715 vehicles from VRL Logistics, one of India’s leading logistics companies. The order includes AVTR 3120 haulage trucks, BOSS 1615 trucks and Oyster staff buses. This milestone marks a significant step in strengthening the partnership between the two companies and further reinforces Ashok Leyland’s position as a trusted […]
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), a Maharatna oil marketing company, and Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pilot a structured and scalable model for the responsible collection and recycling of used automotive lubricants. This collaboration brings together the complementary strengths of two leading Indian organisations to […]
Volvo Trucks India has launched the Volvo FMX Edge, an off-road dump truck developed to transform productivity in mining operations in India. The product was unveiled at the Volvo facility in Hoskote, Bengaluru, in the presence of leading Indian mining customers, senior leadership from Volvo Trucks, VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd., and Volvo Construction Equipment. Built on […]
The journey of Rajeshree Translines Pvt. Ltd. is rooted in a steady evolution shaped by discipline, relationships, and a clear understanding of the logistics ecosystem. Founded in 2000 by Late Shri Jagdish Prashad Gaur under Rajeshree Enterprises / Rajeshree Transport Company, the business began at a time when the road transport sector was largely unorganized […]
Daimler Truck Holding AG delivered resilient Group financial performance for FY2025, operating within its guided range despite a challenging macroeconomic environment marked by declining key markets and tariff headwinds. The company reported market-leading results in North America despite weak demand conditions, while Mercedes-Benz Trucks delivered solid profitability. Daimler Buses achieved double-digit margins for the first […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the highly competitive and complex automotive industry, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) like MSIL face the formidable challenge of orchestrating an extensive and efficient transportation network. Their goal is to deliver vehicles seamlessly across diverse markets—domestic and export—while maintaining quality, optimizing costs, and adhering to strict timelines. This article explores the intricacies […]
As India’s logistics sector undergoes a massive transformation, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) recently hosted a high-powered roundtable discussion bringing together OEMs, fleet operators, policymakers, and technology providers. The event highlighted a critical industry milestone: India’s logistics costs have dropped from a historic 14% of GDP to near global benchmarks of roughly 8%. However, […]