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Tyres

JK Tyre expands retail footprint in Uttar Pradesh, inaugurates Truck Wheels Centre in Muzaffarnagar

Reinforcing its leadership in the commercial vehicle tyre segment, JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. has inaugurated its new brand shop – the JK Tyre Truck Wheels Centre in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Designed to be a one-stop shop for tyre needs, the new centre, operated by Hemkunt Transport Company, was inaugurated by Mr. Sanjeev Sharma, Associate Vice President […]

Components

Schaeffler maintains strong anti-counterfeit measures to protect customers against risk of harmful, fake components

Schaeffler India, a leading motion technology company, has intensified its efforts to eliminate counterfeit products from the market, safeguarding customers and the industry from substandard and potentially harmful fake bearings and components. In collaboration with local authorities, Schaeffler Brand Protection team also conducted some hundred legal activities including several successful raids in Delhi, Mumbai and […]

Dealerships

Ashok Leyland opens new LCV dealership in Uttar Pradesh 

Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, today inaugurated a new dealership for its Light Commercial Vehicles in Chunar (Mirzapur). This is the 22nd Light Commercial Vehicle dealership in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The new channel partner RDS AUTOSALES, has a 3S (Sales, Service and Spares) […]

Events Tyres

THE TIRE Cologne and Autopromotec coordinate its dates

THE TIRE Cologne (TTC) and Autopromotec in Bologna, the two leading trade fairs for the tyre trade, workshop outfitting and the automotive aftermarket in Europe, have once again coordinated their dates and are returning to the proven alternating rhythm: TTC will take place in even years, Autopromotec in odd years. With this decision, both organizers […]

Appointments Parts & Components

Bilstein Group establishes Indian subsidiary, appoints Ramachandra Puttanna as MD

Ferdinand Bilstein India Private Limited, the 23rd international subsidiary of Ferdinand Bilstein GmbH + Co. KG, has been founded. The certificate of incorporation was already notarised in February 2025, but the official opening took place when Managing Director Ramachandra Puttanna started his work on April 1st. The graduate mechanical engineer and qualified business manager can […]

Vehicle Finance

Ashok Leyland partners with Nagaland Rural Bank for providing Vehicle Finance facilities

Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with Nagaland Rural Bank to enter into a strategic vehicle financing partnership for its customers. This MoU will enable both Ashok Leyland and Nagaland Rural Bank to offer customized financial solutions to the customers. […]

Events

The aftermarket opens its doors to women: when technology changes the face of workshops

Forget the ‘old-style’ workshop, where physical strength was essential and technology played a marginal role. Today, car repair is an increasingly digital, connected and technological sector, where IT skills, the ability to use advanced diagnostic software and the precision in interpreting electronic vehicle data make the difference. In this scenario, new professional opportunities are also […]

Passenger Cars

Kia India registers 25,525 units of domestic sales in March 2025, recording 19.3% growth

Kia India, one of the country’s leading mass-premium automakers, continues its robust growth trajectory, posting strong sales numbers in March 2025. The company recorded domestic sales of 25,525 units, reflecting an impressive 19.3% year-on-year (Y-O-Y) growth compared to 21,400 units in March 2024. The Sonet remained the top contributor, accounting for 30% of sales, followed by Seltos, Carens and […]

Off-highway

SANY India unveils hybrid power 100T Mining Dump Truck SKT130S 

SANY, the leading manufacturer of construction, mining, logistics & energy equipment, today unveiled the India’s first hybrid off- highway 100 ton mining dump truck product with localized manufacturing at its factory in Pune. This cutting-edge addition to SANY’s range of mining equipment marks a significant step towards enhancing the nation’s self-reliance in manufacturing the next […]

Appointments

Elofic Industries appoints Kamlesh Koul as CEO

Elofic Industries Limited is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kamlesh Koul as its new Chief Executive Officer. A distinguished leader in engineering and innovation, Mr. Koul has been an integral part of Elofic for the past 13 years, previously serving as Vice President – Engineering and Sustainability. With over 25 years of experience, […]

Tyres

Continental awarded “Tire Manufacturer of the Year” for the fourth time

Continental has been awarded “Tire Manufacturer of the Year” at this year’s Tire Technology International Awards for Innovation and Excellence. The premium tire manufacturer received a further honor for its tire plant in Lousado, Portugal, which has produced tires CO2-neutrally since last year. This makes Continental the only tire manufacturer to win two of the […]

Trucks

Force Motors to supply over 2,900 Gurkha vehicles to Indian Defence Forces

Force Motors Limited, a leading manufacturer of rugged and reliable vehicles, proudly announces a landmark order of 2,978 vehicles from the Indian Defence Forces. This significant order underscores Force Motors’ enduring commitment to supporting India’s defence capabilities through its robust range of General Service Vehicles. This association is a matter of pride for the organization, […]

Appointments

TVS SCS appoints R Vaidhyanathan as new Global CFO

TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited, a global supply chain solutions provider, one of the largest and fastest growing integrated supply chain solutions providers in India, announced the appointment of R Vaidhyanathan as its new Global Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective 1st April 2025. The board of directors, in a meeting held today, approved the appointment. Vaidhyanathan […]

Emobility Two Wheelers

Asiabike Jakarta 2025 to expand green mobility solutions for a stronger return 

As Indonesia continues its push towards net-zero emissions, the 2nd edition of Asiabike Jakarta (ABJ) in collaboration with PERIKLINDO Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) is set to accelerate the growth of the sustainable mobility industry with expanded offerings. Scheduled for 29 April – 4 May 2025 at JlExpo Kemayoran, the show will bring together leading exhibitors […]

Dealerships Trucks

Eicher inaugurates first dealership for Pro X small trucks in Mumbai

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), has inaugurated its first exclusive dealership for the newly launched Eicher Pro X range. This state-of-the-art AV Motors’ dealership facility located in Bhindarpada-Thane is designed to offer best-in-class customer experience, leveraging advanced technology to enhance every aspect of the vehicle-buying and servicing […]