Passenger Cars

Mahindra Launches Thar OG, Reimagined Version of Its Iconic SUV

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV manufacturer, today launched the Thar OG, a complete reimagination of India’s most iconic lifestyle SUV. Starting at ₹10.32 lakh (ex-showroom), the Thar OG succeeds the three-door Thar unveiled in 2020, which created an entirely new category and one of the most passionate automotive communities in the country. Since […]

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Celebrating 130 Years, Daimler Truck Sees Biggest Risk Isn’t Strategy, It’s Culture

Daimler Truck’s biggest challenge over the next few years isn’t technology, cost, or competition, it’s culture, according to Ms. Karin Rådström, President & CEO, Daimler Truck Holding AG.While the company has made strong progress across four of its five strategic pillars, she said the fifth, and perhaps most important, is culture—an area that demands constant […]

Events

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Draws Record Global Turnout, New Jakarta Show Set for 2026

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 has drawn one of its strongest editions yet, according to Mr. Michael Johannes, Worldwide Brand Manager for Automechanika, Messe Frankfurt, who called the show’s energy “tremendous.” The show drew even more visitors than before, welcoming over 112,000 trade visitors from 173 countries. The five-day event once again served as the industry’s biggest […]

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More exhibitors and visitors at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 impressed with an increase in the number of visitors, drawing over 112,000[1] trade visitors from 173 countries to Frankfurt for the five-day trade fair that serves as the industry’s meeting place. With 4,400 exhibitors from 80 countries, Automechanika offered a wide range of practical solutions and services for workshops, retail and industry. The […]

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Five Numbers That Define Asia Pacific’s Aftermarket Future

Aftermarket’s success increasingly hinges on regional integration, working closely with local governments and suppliers, rather than treating Asia Pacific as one uniform market. Asia Pacific’s aftermarket revenue is envisaged to reach $239.8 billion by 2032, growing 6.9% annually, more than twice the pace of vehicle population growth, as vehicles age and grow more complex. China […]

Automechanika Frankfurt 2026 Innovation

Automechanika Frankfurt opens with 4,400 exhibitors, forward-looking themes and new formats

From 8 to 12 September 2026, the leading international trade fair Automechanika Frankfurt is becoming the global meeting place for the automotive industry. Around 4,400 exhibitors from over 80 countries are presenting innovations for the entire automotive aftermarket and demonstrate how AI, electromobility, digitalisation and autonomous driving are transforming the industry. New formats will foster […]

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Ashok Leyland’s MD &CEO Shenu Agarwal Elected as SIAM President for 2026-27

The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has elected Mr. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and CEO, Ashok Leyland Ltd., as its new President for 2026-27. Agarwal, who previously served as Vice President of SIAM, succeeds Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd., as Immediate Past President. The new office bearers were […]

Appointments Dealerships

Sai Giridhar takes over as 38th President of FADA

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), the apex national body of automobile retail in India, has announced the appointment of Mr. Sai Giridhar as FADA’s 38th President and for the years 2026-28. The decision was made at the 323rd Governing Council Meeting, which was held immediately after the 62nd Annual General Meeting. Mr. Giridhar is the Managing Director of […]

Appointments Garage Equipment

De Neers Appoints Sudhir Malhotra as Strategic Advisor for Automotive and Future Mobility

De Neers, one of India’s leading manufacturers of professional hand tools and insulated tools, has appointed Mr. Sudhir Malhotra as Strategic Advisor — Automotive and Future Mobility. The appointment reflects the company’s growing focus on the automotive sector, currently one of its fastest-growing verticals, with De Neers targeting strong double-digit growth in the segment over […]

Appointments Emobility Passenger Cars

Parth Jindal appointed Chairman of JSW MG Motor India

JSW MG Motor India has appointed Mr. Parth Jindal as Chairman of the company, with immediate effect. Mr. Jindal has been a member of the company’s Board since the formation of the joint venture between JSW Group and SAIC Motor. He has been closely involved in shaping the company’s product strategy, manufacturing expansion and localisation […]

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TVS Motor Company Appoints Mr. Peyman Kargar as New CEO

TVS Motor Company has announced the appointment of Mr. Peyman Kargar as Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 27, 2027. He will succeed Mr. K. N. Radhakrishnan, who will continue in his role until then to ensure a seamless transition, before serving as Non-Executive Director until the AGM scheduled in July 2027. Mr. Kargar […]

Passenger Cars Service & Maintenance

Tata Motors PV Celebrates 7 Million Sales, Launches TATA.CARS Identity

The seven million milestone is not a finishing line. For the OEM, it is a springboard into a bolder future, one being shaped for a generation that is more confident, more expressive, and more ambitious than any that came before it. Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. (TMPV) has unveiled TATA.CARS, its new consumer-facing global brand […]

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Autoteknik Canada to Bring the Automotive Industry Together at New Annual Trade Exhibition

The international B2B exhibition will connect global OE suppliers, aftermarket manufacturers, distributors, repair and collision professionals, technology providers, dealership groups, fleet operators and automotive decision-makers at a dedicated industry event in Canada Canada’s automotive industry will gain a new international business platform in 2027 with the launch of Autoteknik Canada, a B2B exhibition connecting original […]

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Ashok Leyland Registers Record Q1FY27 Revenue, Built on More Than One Business

Ashok Leyland emerged stronger from months of industry turbulence, posting its highest-ever Q1 revenue, PBT, and PAT. The company reported its highest-ever commercial vehicle volume of 48,763 units, compared to 44,238 units in the same period last year. Q1 revenue also hit an all-time high of ₹9,634 crore, against ₹8,725 crore last year. The company […]

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Mercedes-Benz Opens New Luxury Facility in Lucknow with T&T Motors

Mercedes-Benz India today inaugurated a new state-of-the-art luxury sales facility in Lucknow with long-standing partner T&T Motors, strengthening its presence in Uttar Pradesh and underlining its commitment to offering world-class products and immersive luxury retail experiences in the city. The inauguration is part of Mercedes-Benz India’s continued ‘Go to Customer’ strategy, aimed at bringing global […]