In an exclusive interview with Rajesh Rajgor, Niranjan Kirloskar, Managing Director of Fleetguard Filters Private Limited, shared how the company is strengthening its focus on the commercial vehicle market with a robust lineup of filtration solutions. Niranjan discussed Fleetguard’s dedication to innovation amid evolving fuel technologies like diesel, LNG, and hydrogen, while remaining cautious about […]
Rajesh Rajgor speaks to K. Ramasamy, Chairman, and K. Saravanasundaram, Joint Managing Director of ROOTS, as they discuss the company’s trajectory in addressing the evolving demands of the global automotive sector. As vehicle technologies shift toward micro, high-performance solutions, ROOTS is innovating with new offerings that cater to both electric and internal combustion vehicles. “We […]
Satish Namdev Bande has spent over 20 years navigating the roads of Maharashtra, driving buses filled with passengers across cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur. His career, spanning over two decades, isn’t just about transporting people—it’s about ensuring their safety, comfort, and peace of mind. “Driving isn’t just a job for me—it’s my life,” Satish […]
Madras Engineering Industries (MEI), the largest manufacturer of Slack Adjusters globally, had set up a ductile Iron Foundry during 2012 to meet its captive requirements. Over the past decade, MEI expanded its business by taking up supply of fully finished axle and chassis machined iron casting parts to Cummins {US, Mexico, Brazil and Europe}, Sisamex […]
In an exclusive interview with Michele Panuccio at the IAA Transportation Show in Hannover 2024, Rajesh Rajgor delved into SAE-SMB’s latest innovations and the company’s focus on offering high-performance products. Michele, with visible enthusiasm, introduced SAE-SMB’s highlight for this year: the 9 tons axle with advanced air-Suspension. “9 tons is a special product for us […]
The TSF Group, that derives its legacy from the erstwhile TVS group – one of the largest automotive groups based in India – showcased its exhaustive product offerings including brakes, axles & wheels aimed primarily at the global trailer market, at IAA Transportation 2024 show in Hanover, Germany. As a renowned Tier-1 supplier to global OEMs for […]
TEXSPIN® has cemented its reputation as a leader in the bearings industry, particularly in the Wheel Bearings and Wheel End Hub Units segment. The company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, from conventional Taper Roller Bearings for wheel applications to advanced Generation 1, 2, and 3 Wheel Hub Units for cars and trucks. Innovation […]
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has ushered into the next era of mobility with the introduction of ‘ACTIVA e:’ and ‘QC1’ in the electric vehicle segment. The unveiling of the iconic Activa brand in an all-new electrified avatar along with the QC1 marks a pivotal moment in the brand’s commitment to sustainable mobility in […]
Mahindra is rewriting the rules of electric mobility with the launch of its flagship Electric Origin SUVs, the BE 6e and XEV 9e. They are built on a grounds-up revolutionary electric origin architecture INGLO and are powered by MAIA, the fastest automotive mind in the world. These vehicles embody Mahindra’s vision of “Unlimit India”— an […]
Lumax Auto Technologies Limited (LATL), a leading Tier-1 automotive systems and components supplier, has completed the acquisition of 60% stake in Greenfuel Energy Solutions’ alternate fuels business for INR 153.09 crores through its wholly owned subsidiary Lumax Resources Pvt Ltd. The acquisition has been funded through a combination of debt and internal accruals. This acquisition […]
Nissan Motor India has announced the launch of a new state-of-the-art service workshop with dealer partner Jubilant Nissan in Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru. This new facility adds to Nissan’s growing network of service workshops across the city and is a part of the company’s broader strategy to strengthen its presence in key cities across Karnataka. The Jubilant […]
Battery Smart, India’s largest battery-swapping network for electric two- and three-wheelers, has announced the appointment of Amit Bhardwaj as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With over two decades of experience in financial strategy, risk management, and business growth, Amit’s appointment marks a pivotal step in Battery Smart’s expansion as it strengthens its leadership in the […]
SWITCH Mobility (SWITCH) Automotive Ltd., a global manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles from the Hinduja Group and a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vertelo. This MoU will enable SWITCH to deploy 1,000 electric vehicles across India over the next 3-5 years. Signed at an event […]
Automechanika Dubai, the largest event for the automotive aftermarket industry in the wider Middle East region, has unveiled the shortlisted companies competing for the coveted 2024 Automechanika Dubai Awards. More than 409 companies entered the awards, with judges shortlisting 54 entries across 13 categories, including two new categories, Mobile Services Provider of the Year and […]