Belgian lubricant manufacturer Wolf Oil Corporation used Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 to showcase the latest evolution of its two global brands, Wolf Lubricants and Champion Lubricants. The company presented refreshed packaging and brand identities while highlighting its broad lubricant portfolio, technical support capabilities and growing focus on emerging aftermarket opportunities, including India. Founded in 1955 and […]
At Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, Brembo showcased a range of aftermarket innovations focused on regulatory compliance, product performance and improved serviceability. The highlights included its Euro 7-ready braking solutions, remanufactured and new calipers, and fully accessorised brake pads. The company also outlined its plans to build a stronger aftermarket presence in India, with a dedicated team, […]
e-SPRINTO, an Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has launched the G1, its first electric scooter for the business-to-consumer (B2C) market, with prices starting at ₹89,999 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The scooter marks the company’s expansion beyond its established business-to-business (B2B) and fleet customer base into the individual and family mobility segment. Developed over nearly two years of research […]
Kia India, in partnership with the Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), has inaugurated an automotive skill development centre at Don Bosco Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Kurla, Mumbai. It is the first of four centres planned under a pilot initiative, funded through Kia India’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, to train 360 candidates in Faridabad, […]
Hyundai Motor India has revealed the safety features of the BAYON, its upcoming “Intelligent Utility Vehicle”, ahead of its India launch on 26 October 2026. Built on the Global K Enhanced Platform, the car is engineered for 5-Star Indian safety standards, the company says. It offers more than 80 advanced safety features, and more than […]
Gurugram-based clean energy company Readily Solutions Limited is targeting an initial public offering (IPO) in FY 2027–28, subject to market conditions and regulatory approvals. The company was earlier Readily Mobility Solutions Private Limited. It converted to a public limited company in August 2026 and took its new name. The company says it is strengthening its […]
Marking a significant milestone in its partnership with the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC), Volvo Buses India, has secured an order for 200 Volvo 9600 coaches. This represents the single-largest order for Volvo buses in India and marks a significant commitment to strengthening premium intercity public transportation in the state. The order, comprising 170 […]
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), has inaugurated an exclusive dealership for the Eicher Pro X Small Truck range in Noida. The Punjab Mobility Private Limited 3S dealership facility is located at Khasra No. 264, Bisnoli, Dadri, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh – 203207, conveniently connected to GT […]
With onboard washrooms available across more than 95% of its buses, the company is using bio-washroom technology to improve hygiene, reduce water consumption and address operational challenges IntrCity SmartBus, a tech-enabled intercity mobility platform, has announced an estimated annual saving of 3 crore litres of water through the use of bio-washroom technology across its network. […]
An engine that sleeps most of the time, a gearbox with no synchronisers and a battery cooled by refrigerant – the engineering behind the new Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160. For nearly 140 years, buying a car came down to one choice: petrol or diesel. That choice no longer tells the whole story. As the […]
Michelin has opened a new Michelin Tyres & Services (MTS) store in Jammu, in partnership with Maha Shakti Auto. The 1,000 sq ft store is in Main Bazar, Gumat, in the city’s commercial district, and is meant to make Michelin’s products and services more accessible to customers in Jammu and nearby areas. The store sells […]
SWITCH Mobility, part of the Hinduja Group, and intercity operator Purple Bus have launched what they call the region’s first electric bus service, on the new Nagpur–Chandrapur route, extending Purple Bus’s intercity network further into Vidarbha. Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari was present at the flag-off of the first six buses, […]
AXOR, the premium safety gear brand from Vega Auto, has launched the Agera, a high-performance full-face helmet that combines race-inspired styling with aerodynamic engineering, ventilation and safety features. It is aimed at riders who want a performance-oriented riding experience. Its most distinctive feature is an integrated rear spoiler. AXOR says the spoiler is designed to […]
Renault India has introduced its strong hybrid E-Tech 160 technology in the country, with the new Duster Strong Hybrid E-Tech 160. It is the first Renault vehicle in India to get the system. It comes in Evolution, Techno and Emotion variants priced at ₹16.99 lakh, ₹18.99 lakh and ₹19.49 lakh respectively (ex-showroom). Bookings are open […]
I opened the fireside chat at the SDV conference with a theme: Digital Cockpit Summit, Powering the Future of Indian Mobility through Software, organised by Aayera in Pune. But what does it actually mean for a vehicle to be powered by software? Imagine buying a car that wakes up one morning a little smarter than […]