With over six decades of experience in India’s automotive aftermarket, International Trading Corporation (ITC) has evolved alongside the country’s commercial vehicle industry. Founded in 1960 by the late Mr. Shyamlal Raheja – father of Mr. Kishore, the business began as a specialist in Jeep components before expanding into truck parts, bearings, engine components and other […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan, Industry Domain Expert Running an automobile dealership is a paradox of scale. It is a high-volume, capital-intensive business that operates on razor-thin net margins, typically between 1% and 2%. In this hyper-competitive environment, even minor operational inefficiencies or unmonitored financial leakages can quickly transform a high-revenue enterprise into a loss-making one. Achieving […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan In the luxury automotive business, after-sales service plays a pivotal role in shaping customer loyalty and long-term brand affinity. As vehicles become increasingly connected and electrified, dealerships are investing in advanced workshop capabilities, digital technologies and personalised customer engagement to deliver a seamless ownership experience. In this interview with Aftermarket & Service, […]
The global automotive supply chain is undergoing a historic restructuring. Moving far beyond its traditional identity as a component supplier, Taiwan is actively cementing its role as a strategic co-creator and central architect of smart mobility. Taiwanese technology companies are stepping up to deliver comprehensive, market-ready mobility solutions for global OEMs, fleets, and aftermarket customers. […]
By Ravichandran Srinivasan Luxury automotive brands are no longer competing only on product excellence—they are increasingly being judged by the ownership experience they deliver long after the vehicle leaves the showroom. In this conversation with Aftermarket & Service, Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Brand Director, Audi India, shares how the company is strengthening its dealer network, […]
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has launched the Nexon CAMO, a special edition of its iconic compact SUV, to mark ten years of the Nexon and the trust of over 11 lakh customers. Priced from ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom Delhi, the Nexon CAMO is available in two exclusive colours — Munnar Mist and Coorg Cloud — and is timed […]
E3 Electric.AI, a Bengaluru-based electric mobility startup, has launched the E3 Trion — positioned as India’s first AI-powered intelligent electric scooter — at an introductory ex-showroom price of ₹1,09,999 for the C1x variant and ₹1,19,999 for the C2 variant. The scooter is available in six colours — Solar Red, Misty Green, Graphite Grey, Nova Blue, Teal Blue, […]
Hexagon Agility has signed an exclusive long-term agreement with IVECO BUS to supply fuel systems across IVECO’s global CNG bus range. This three year agreement builds on two decades of collaboration between the companies, who have together delivered more than 10,000 CNG buses globally. IVECO BUS is Europe’s leading manufacturer of natural gas buses and […]
Asia-Pacific commands 43.58% of the global commercial tyre market, driven by booming vehicle production, expanding infrastructure, and strong freight demand across China, India, Japan, and Southeast Asia. The global commercial truck and bus tyre market is on a steady and significant growth trajectory. Valued at $48.82 billion in 2025, it is projected to reach $77.17 […]
Bridgestone India, a group company of Bridgestone Corporation, Japan, has commemorated 30 years of operations in India. Since its founding, Bridgestone Corporation has placed strong emphasis on expanding its global footprint, beginning with its entry into the Asian market. Today, the company operates in more than 150 countries, supplying high-quality products and building businesses rooted […]
Workshop solutions, product safety and new additives characterize this year’s appearance at the world’s leading trade fair for the automotive aftermarket Today’s workshops are facing the challenge of maintaining increasingly complex vehicle technology efficiently and at the same time operating economically. Solutions are required that simplify and speed up processes, avoid errors and make daily […]
Hyderabad-based commercial EV manufacturer to strengthen its mobility portfolio with the launch of Urbanova KE9, backed by manufacturing investments, global technology partnerships, and a long-term vision for sustainable public transportation Keto Motors, an emerging commercial electric vehicle manufacturer focused on developing commercial EV solutions for India, has unveiled its first commercial electric bus, the Urbanova […]
The Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), India’s apex skill development body for the automotive sector, has announced the appointment of Prasanna Pahade as its new Chief Executive Officer. A seasoned business transformation leader with over 25 years of experience across automotive, logistics, manufacturing and engineering, Pahade succeeds Arindam Lahiri, who has led the Council since 2019, steering […]
Varroc has appointed Mr. Eric Hamon as Chief Technical Officer, effective August 3, 2026. He will report to Mr. Arjun Jain, Whole Time Director and CEO of Business I at Varroc, and will lead the company’s technology and engineering organisation. Mr. Hamon brings over 25 years of global automotive technology and engineering leadership experience, with […]
BYD India has announced a range of festive benefits for customers purchasing eligible BYD electric vehicles across India under its ‘Celebrate Your Dreams with BYD’ programme, ahead of the country’s festive season — traditionally a key period for automobile purchases. Beginning August 2026, customers can avail benefits including charging coupons on select variants, a complimentary […]