zingbus, the asset-light intercity bus brand co-founded by Prashant Kumar, Ravi Kumar Verma & Mratunjay Beniwal, is positioning itself as the operating system for India’s fragmented private bus industry. By aggregating small and mid-sized operators under a common brand and tech stack, the company is aiming to deliver airline-style reliability to passengers while lifting operator […]
At the Passenger Vehicle Expo 2.0 in Chennai, SPAL Automotive Technology India made a strong statement with its debut participation, underscoring the company’s commitment to the growing electric mobility ecosystem. The Italian-origin brand, renowned for its high-performance fans, blowers, and pumps, showcased a range of advanced cooling solutions tailored for electric buses, trucks, off-highway machinery […]
Ahemadhusen R Kheduvora doesn’t need a spotlight to shine. For the past 17 years, he has quietly and diligently built a life on the road—first behind the wheel of a bus in 2006, and for the last eight years, as a trusted driver on the Ahmedabad-Bhuj route for Chartered Speed. At 41, he’s more than […]
It’s the government. Truly, it’s both our biggest opportunity and, at times, our biggest roadblock. Let’s be honest: the infrastructure push by the government is tremendous. We are genuinely grateful for the highways, corridors, and connectivity projects that have come up in recent years. And we’re doing our bit too. We pay full toll taxes, […]
At the recently held Passenger Vehicle Expo 2.0 in Chennai, Damodar Motors India, part of the Damodar Group which also has Shree Damodar Coach Crafts under its umbrella, unveiled its newest flagship coach, ‘Rudra’ – a moment of pride not just for the company, but also a deeply emotional milestone for its leadership. Marking their […]
Tata Motors has announced that the All-New Altroz has earned a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP (B-NCAP), making it officially India’s safest hatchback. The car secured 29.65/32 points for adult occupant protection and 44.9/49 for child occupant protection. The Altroz, which was also the first hatchback to receive a 5-star rating from Global NCAP […]
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) and the United Union of Hyundai Employees (UUHE) have signed a new long-term wage settlement agreement for the period 2024–2027, marking a major milestone in employee relations at the company. Effective from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2027, the agreement offers an industry-leading salary hike of ₹31,000 per month, […]
Texas Instruments (TI) is demonstrating its leading semiconductor innovations for energy infrastructure, automotive and connected appliances at electronica India, September 17-19, in Bengaluru, India. TI’s exhibit in Hall 3, booth D11 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre showcases the latest advancements in applications such as HVAC fans, vacuum cleaners and electric 2-wheelers. “At electronica India […]
Citroën India announced a strategic partnership with Oriental Insurance Company, one of India’s most trusted public sector insurers, to further enhance its customer-centric insurance offerings. This collaboration is aimed at simplifying the insurance journey for Citroën customers—making policy purchase more convenient and claim settlement quicker and more efficient. By reducing paperwork and enabling early settlement […]
Mahindra & Mahindra, the world’s largest tractor maker by volume, has launched its new-generation Mahindra OJA range of tractors in Australia, marking 20 years of its presence in the country. The company introduced three models—the OJA 1123 HST, OJA 1126 HST from the OJA 1100 sub-compact series, and the OJA 2126 HST from the OJA […]
VinFast Auto India, the Indian arm of global EV maker VinFast, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ICICI Bank to provide auto and inventory financing solutions for its exclusive dealer network. The partnership aims to make owning VinFast’s newly launched VF 6 and VF 7 electric vehicles more convenient and accessible for customers […]
Eicher Trucks and Buses has announced a strategic partnership with Pickkup, a leading tech-enabled logistics provider, for the phased deployment of 100 Eicher Pro X EV Small Trucks, spread across various different market, The vehicles are deployed across the operations of Pickkup serving retail distributors, e-commerce, FMCG, and perishable deliveries. This partnership marks a significant […]
Bolt.Earth, electric vehicle (EV) charging network company, has announced the successful installation of over 1,00,000 EV chargers across the country. Spanning more than 1,800 towns and cities, this milestone marks a major step in strengthening India’s EV charging infrastructure and supporting the nation’s shift to clean mobility. The company’s vast network includes a wide range […]
Mr. Manav Kapur, Director of Steelbird has been appointed as the Chairman of the Aftermarket Pillar of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA). The aftermarket sector is a critical part of India’s automotive industry, supporting mobility, generating employment, and ensuring road safety. Under Mr. Kapur’s leadership, the Aftermarket Pillar will focus on advancing initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, promote deeper […]
Tyre-maker Signs Historic 3-Year Strategic Partnership with BCCI In a landmark announcement Apollo Tyres has been named as the Lead Sponsor of the Indian Cricket Team under a prestigious 3-year strategic partnership with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Cricket isn’t just a sport in India — it’s the nation’s heartbeat. It […]