Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group and one of India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers, has broken ground on a greenfield battery pack manufacturing facility at Pillaipakkam near Chennai, marking a major step in strengthening the country’s electric mobility ecosystem. The project will involve an investment of approximately ₹400–500 crore and forms part of […]
Reinforcing its role as a responsible mobility leader, Kia India, one of the country’s leading mass premium carmakers, announced the launch of Phase II of its flagship road safety initiative, ‘Buckle Up’, in partnership with The Social Lab Foundation (TSL), under the aegis of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). Marking the next phase, […]
Tata Motors has secured cumulative orders for more than 5,000 buses and bus chassis from multiple State Transport Undertakings (STUs) across the country. The company has won a significant share of these nationwide tenders, reaffirming its position as India’s most preferred partner for mass mobility solutions. Each tender was awarded through a competitive e-bidding process […]
Royal Enfield’s Meteor 350 has crossed the six lakh sales milestone globally, underscoring the strong popularity of the mid-size cruiser since its launch in November 2020. Known for its relaxed cruising character, refined engine and effortless rideability, the Meteor 350 has emerged as a preferred cruiser for both experienced motorcyclists and new riders. The motorcycle […]
Kia India has launched the Model Year 2026 (MY26) edition of the Sonet, expanding the compact SUV’s automatic portfolio with new variants across diesel automatic and turbo petrol 7DCT powertrains. The move aims to make automatic driving more accessible to customers in one of India’s most competitive SUV segments. With the update, the Sonet’s automatic […]
TVS Motor Company has strengthened its electric mobility portfolio with the launch of the Orbiter V1 electric scooter and the introduction of a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model across its EV range, aimed at making electric mobility more accessible to urban commuters. The Orbiter V1, powered by a 1.8 kWh battery, becomes the most affordable electric scooter […]
Mahindra Group currently holds close to 7% market share in the trucks and buses segment and around 24% in the intermediate and light commercial vehicle (I&LCV) bus category. It aims to expand its overall market share to around 10–12% by FY31 and exceed 20% by FY36. Mahindra’s Truck and Bus Business (MTB) has strengthened its […]
By Vairavanathan Shanmugavelu Parts availability continues to be a challenge in several regions of the automotive aftermarket. However, availability issues are visible – they get discussed, escalated and eventually resolved. The bigger issue, rarely spoken about openly, is payment. Across OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers and distributors, business volumes are growing – but working capital stress is […]
Brandworks Technologies, long known for its consumer electronics and power management expertise, is making a decisive move into automotive electronics with a design-led Original Design Manufacturing (ODM) model. The company’s focus on powertrain motors, controllers, charging solutions and vehicle power electronics reflects a larger industry shift, where EV OEMs are seeking co-development partners rather than […]
Keto Motors, an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, has successfully secured CMVR Type Approval Certification from the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) for its 9-metre Urbanova KE9 electric bus, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion within India’s electric public mobility segment. The certification confirms compliance with all statutory safety and performance standards, including structural […]
Kinetic Engineering Ltd. (KEL), the flagship company of the Kinetic Group, has received an additional capital infusion of ₹40 crore from its promoter group, strengthening the company’s financial position as it expands into emerging mobility technologies. The investment has been made through the conversion of warrants, subject to regulatory approvals, increasing promoter shareholding in the […]
In a significant move to promote gender inclusion in India’s construction sector, SANY India has facilitated the first-ever all-women batch of excavator operators at the National Academy of Construction (NAC) in Andhra Pradesh. The pioneering group of 22 women trainees successfully completed their certification in March 2026, coinciding with International Women’s Day and highlighting the […]
In a hyper-connected world, the same technologies driving efficiency are also expanding the landscape of cyber vulnerabilities. As industries become increasingly connected, cybersecurity is rapidly evolving from protecting data to safeguarding critical infrastructure and human lives. Recognising this shift, Deloitte India has launched ConnectSafe, a first-of-its-kind cybersecurity innovation lab designed to help organisations test and strengthen their […]
India’s automotive industry continued its growth momentum in February 2026, with strong demand across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, commercial vehicles and tractors. Several leading manufacturers reported robust year-on-year increases, reflecting sustained consumer confidence, improving rural demand and steady expansion in exports. Commercial Vehicles & Off-highway In the commercial vehicle segment, Tata Motors Limited reported total domestic and international CV sales […]
VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV) has announced the appointment of B Srinivas as the new Managing Director & CEO, effective 1st April, 2026. B Srinivas has spent more than three decades at Eicher, managing diverse responsibilities across various business lines, and in strategy, sales, marketing and operations. Since 2024, Srinivas has served as the Chief Operating Officer of VECV. […]