ZF Aftermarket isn’t just selling parts anymore, it’s positioning itself to shape where the industry goes next. That means expanding into fast-growing regions like India and Africa, broadening its brand lineup, and doubling down on training and digital solutions to get there. Speaking to this publication at the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, Mr. Andre Scholle, […]
VDO, a German brand of Aumovio that makes automotive electronics and mechatronics for powertrains, engine management, and fuel injection systems, is broadening its product range and adding new services to help workshops handle increasingly complex cars. At the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, the company showcased an augmented reality ‘Remote Expert’ tool and is building a […]
Oben Electric, India’s fastest-growing R&D-driven electric motorcycle manufacturer, has rolled out its 10,000th electric motorcycle from its Bengaluru manufacturing facility, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. The milestone reflects the company’s evolution as an early pioneer in India’s electric motorcycle segment and its growing ability to design, develop, manufacture and deliver Made-in-India electric […]
With the BLAZO i-TRK, Mahindra Truck and Bus is moving the heavy commercial vehicle conversation beyond acquisition price, discount and resale towards fuel efficiency, uptime, productivity and intelligent fleet control. Built around the three promises of Earn More, Run More and Control More, the new HCV combines a 320 hp mPOWER engine, AI-enabled iFuelSmart, iMAXX […]
TATA.ev, India’s number one EV four-wheeler maker, today announced the extension of its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) offering across its entire electric vehicle portfolio. The move gives customers an additional, flexible way to finance their EV. TATA.ev had earlier introduced BaaS for its entry-level Tiago.ev and Punch.ev. It is now extending the offering to the Nexon.ev, Curvv.ev, […]
Sarveshwari Technologies Ltd is moving from making machine components to making complete garage equipment. It is also launching a new brand for tyre repair and care. Sharing his views to this publication at the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, Mr. Mahendra N. Goel, Managing Director, Sarveshwari Technologies Ltd, said, the company is introducing new products for […]
SEG Automotive has begun remanufacturing EV drive units, starting with the Tesla Model S. The company sees electric vehicles arriving in the independent aftermarket and wants to be ready. At the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, Ms. Verena Eder, Head of Global Business Strategy Aftermarket, SEG Automotive, told this publication that the combustion engine will hold […]
Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited, in collaboration with SwitchLabs Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. and Energy In Motion Ltd., has announced the deployment of 24 heavy-duty electric trucks to carry bulk raw materials from Karaikal Port to its plants in Dalmiapuram and Ariyalur in Tamil Nadu. The electric fleet will transport petcoke, slag, and gypsum, replacing diesel-powered freight […]
NSRCEL, the startup hub at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), and Maruti Suzuki India Limited have launched the seventh cohort of their Incubation Program for Mobility Startups. The six-month program supports high-potential startups, from the early-revenue to scale stage, across mobility and allied sectors. It aims to help them strengthen their solutions, validate […]
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL) has commenced production of the new Škoda Slavia at its Chakan plant in Pune, marking an important milestone in the Group’s India journey. The start of production comes as India enters its festive season, when purchase consideration across the passenger vehicle market peaks. The new Slavia builds on […]
Renault India, the wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group, today launched the all-new Triber 100PS, marking the Indian debut of the company’s new Renault Group Entry Platform (RGEP). Priced from ₹7.84 lakh (ex-showroom), the car brings together seven-seat flexibility, turbocharged performance, fuel efficiency, and sub-4-metre tax benefits in one package. The Triber 100PS is Renault […]
SWITCH Mobility Ltd, a global leader in electric buses and light commercial vehicles and part of the Hinduja Group, has secured an order for 840 electric buses from Antony Road Transport Solutions under the Government of India’s PM E-Drive scheme Phase I tender. Under the order, SWITCH will supply 9-metre and 12-metre AC electric buses […]
The aftermarket division of SKF, the company that makes some of the world’s most innovative products and solutions to reduce friction, while also saving energy, is shifting from selling single parts to offering complete repair solutions. These include kits, tools, and training. Speaking to this publication at the recently concluded at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, Mr. […]
Cars are getting more complex, and workshops need more help to keep up. DRiV is responding by widening its product range and training more mechanics. The company serves two groups of customers. In the aftermarket, it offers maintenance, service, and performance-enhancing products. For vehicle makers, it supplies premium products for cars, trucks, heavy-duty and commercial […]
BKT has long established itself as one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Off-Highway Tyres (OHT), serving demanding sectors such as agriculture, mining, construction and industrial applications. Having built deep engineering expertise and a strong global reputation in these segments, the company has now embarked on its next strategic growth journey; the Indian commercial vehicle […]