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Uno Minda Charts a New Course for the Aftermarket

Uno Minda’s presence in India’s automotive aftermarket is moving into a new and defining stage. Instead of being driven primarily by traditional replacement cycles, the focus is now shifting towards technology, openness, and a clearer insight into the changing relationship between vehicles and their users. Mr. Rakesh Kher, CSO – Uno Minda Group & CEO […]

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MACAS Presents Customer-Centric Aftermarket Strategy

MACAS Automotive is steadily expanding its presence in India’s automotive aftermarket through a strong focus on quality products, customer service and close engagement with distributors and mechanics. Headquartered in the Delhi-Faridabad region, the company caters to the Original Equipment Service (OES) segment, the replacement market and exports, building a growing reputation among industry stakeholders. Speaking […]

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Teknorot Strengthens India Focus with 2,000+ Steering & Suspension Products

At ACMA Automechanika, Teknorot reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its footprint in India’s fast-evolving aftermarket. The company, one of Europe’s largest steering and suspension component manufacturers, is positioning itself aggressively to strengthen brand presence and partnerships across the country. “As Teknorot, we are working to further strengthen our presence in the Indian market while competing […]

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DICV brings healthcare closer to truckers with clinic in Sangagiri

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, has inaugurated a dedicated physiotherapy and primary healthcare clinic in Sangagiri, Tamil Nadu—one of the state’s key trucking hubs. Set up in partnership with Smile Foundation, the initiative aims to serve around 13,500 beneficiaries, with over 70% from the trucker community. With […]

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The Gold Standard Masterclass in Automotive Customer Retention

By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the global automotive landscape, customer feedback is treated with maximum focus and addressed as a high-priority mission critical for retention. For a dealership, the workshop is the heart of this relationship, where every interaction is a “moment of truth”. The Workshop Ecosystem: Precision and Personnel A customer-centric dealership ensures that every vehicle […]

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Emobi delivers 100 Electric Vehicles, Enabled by Musashi and HEID

Emobi Manufactury Pvt. Ltd., an emerging electric two-wheeler manufacturer based in Karnataka, has deployed 100 AKX Kyari electric scooters in Bengaluru. These are powered by Musashi’s advanced e-axle system and battery-swapping services enabled through Honda Power Pack Energy India Pvt. Ltd. (HEID)’s e:Swap network. The deployment marks a significant step towards high-range, high-speed, and lower […]

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Maruti Suzuki Hits Record Exports, Crosses 4.47 Lakh Units in FY26

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has achieved its highest-ever export volume, crossing 4.47 lakh vehicles in FY 2025-26, registering a strong growth of over 34% compared to the previous fiscal. With this performance, the company is set to retain its position as India’s largest passenger vehicle exporter for the fifth consecutive year. The milestone comes at a time […]

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ZF Secures Another ADAS Business Nomination from Indian CV OEM

ZF continues to work on its ADAS roadmap for commercial vehicles. Driven by increasing demand from India’s leading OEMs and evolving regulatory requirements, ZF Commercial Vehicles is steadily investing in and delivering ADAS innovations tailored to the needs of the commercial transport industry. In India, ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited (CVCS) has recently […]

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Hinduja Leyland Finance, Honda 2W India Join Hands to Drive Affordable Mobility

Hinduja Leyland Finance Ltd. (HLF) has entered into a strategic partnership with Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) to expand access to affordable two-wheeler financing across the country. The collaboration aims to simplify vehicle ownership by offering customised, transparent and flexible loan solutions across Honda’s range of motorcycles and scooters. The partnership marks a key […]

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Hyundai VENUE Secures 5-Star BNCAP Rating, Raises Safety Bar in Compact SUV Segment

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has achieved a major safety milestone with the all-new Hyundai VENUE and VENUE N Line securing a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP). The achievement reinforces the company’s strong focus on delivering advanced safety technologies to a wider set of customers in India. Both models […]

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TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Gets Feature Boost, Expands Premium Performance Appeal

TVS Motor Company has strengthened its presence in the 160cc performance segment with the introduction of two new variants of the Apache RTR 160 4V, while extending key premium features across the entire range. The new Apache RTR 160 4V range is now available across India, with prices starting at ₹1.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). With […]

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From Parliament to Highways: Driving Gender-Inclusive Freight Electrification

Swaniti Initiative and Purpose organised a dialogue bringing together four women parliamentarians, women truck drivers, and women fleet operators to chart strategies for gender-inclusive freight electrification. The dialogue shed light on the lived experiences of women in freight and focused on how women can emerge as leaders to shape the transition to cleaner freight. India’s […]

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CHARGEZONE to Roll Out 1,000 Highway Superchargers, Partners SBI to Power EV Expansion

CHARGEZONE has announced plans to deploy over 1,000 supercharging stations across India’s key highway corridors by FY2027, marking a major push towards strengthening the country’s EV charging infrastructure. The rollout will follow a Dealer Owned, Company Operated (DOCO) model and is supported by a financing partnership with State Bank of India (SBI). Aligned with the […]

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Ultraviolette Expands EV Footprint with Nagpur UV Space Station

Ultraviolette Automotive has strengthened its presence in India’s growing electric two-wheeler market with the launch of a new UV Space Station in Nagpur. The facility was inaugurated by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Mr. Nitin Gadkari, marking a key milestone in the company’s retail and service network expansion across emerging mobility hubs. The […]

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Stellantis Opens Multi-Brand ‘Brand House’ in Goa, Brings Jeep and Citroën Under One Roof

Stellantis India has strengthened its retail presence with the inauguration of a new Stellantis Brand House (SBH) dealership in Goa in partnership with Caculo Motors. The 3S facility, inaugurated by Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant along with senior company leadership, brings Jeep and Citroën brands together under a single, integrated retail format. The new […]