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SML Mahindra Extends Its Spirit of Seva from Amritsar to Tirumala

There are moments when a business journey goes beyond regular operations and becomes an opportunity to contribute to something deeply meaningful and close to the heart. The visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, was one such occasion. Mr. Vinod Sahay, Executive Chairman, along with the senior management of SML Mahindra Limited, paid their respects at […]

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SPAL’s Advanced Thermal Management Solutions for India’s Evolving Bus and EV Market

SPAL Automotive Technology India Pvt. Ltd. reinforced its commitment to India’s growing commercial vehicle and electric mobility sectors at Prawaas 5.0, showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of thermal management solutions tailored for different bus applications. The company highlighted its range of cooling fans, blowers, coolant pumps and next-generation high-voltage fans, while emphasizing its plans for localization […]

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Axalta India Strengthens Leadership in Bus Coatings with Advanced Technologies

As India’s bus industry embraces electrification, lightweight materials and more sustainable manufacturing practices, coatings are evolving from being purely aesthetic finishes to becoming critical enablers of performance, efficiency and durability. For Axalta India, a global leader in coatings, the bus segment remains a strategic priority, with the company continuing to invest in technologies tailored to […]

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SUTLEJ Motors Marks 50 Years with Feature-Loaded S2000 Prime Sleeper Coach Launch

Fifty years is a milestone worth celebrating meaningfully. SUTLEJ Automotives chose to mark it not only with a ceremony but also with a product launch of the S2000 Prime, a special edition sleeper coach. Launched at Prawaas 5.0, the company says that the new model is the most feature-rich bus it has ever built. Speaking together […]

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redBus supports operator growth through AI-powered solutions and data intelligence

As India’s intercity bus industry continues to embrace digital transformation, redBus continues to expand its role beyond ticketing, as a technology partner for bus operators. At Prawaas 5.0, the company showcased a range of AI-powered and data-driven solutions aimed at helping operators improve profitability, identify new business opportunities and enhance passenger experience. Speaking to MOTORINDIA, […]

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MG Group Launches Starz Coach to Bridge Gap Between Comfort and Premium Travel

MG Group has launched the Starz, a new intercity coach that sits squarely between its popular Glider range and its super-premium Tigra coach — filling a gap the market itself had been asking for. The story begins eight years ago, when the company introduced the Glider range and quietly changed what intercity bus travel looked […]

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Prawaas 5.0 Concludes on a High, Marking a Decade of BOCI Leadership

Prawaas 5.0 concluded successfully after three days of exhibitions, conferences, the Bharat Prawaas Awards 2026 and extensive business networking, reinforcing its position as India’s premier platform for the passenger transport industry. Coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI), the landmark fifth edition brought together stakeholders from government, […]

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Prawaas 5.0 Opens with Strong Industry Participation and Future Mobility Showcase

Prawaas 5.0, India’s biggest exhibition on public transport, opened at the Helipad Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, bringing together the country’s leading passenger transport manufacturers, technology providers, mobility companies, and bus and car operators under one roof. Organised by the Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI), this landmark edition assumes added significance as […]

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From Breakthrough Technologies to Design Brilliance – Busworld Europe 2025 Captures the Industry’s Future

Busworld Europe 2025 concluded after yet another record-breaking edition — a show that was not just bigger but also more vibrant and dynamic than ever before. With expanded exhibition space, a surge in exhibitors, and an electrifying atmosphere across the Brussels Expo halls, this year’s event reaffirmed Busworld’s standing as the world’s premier platform for […]

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Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles launches flagship LPO 1822 bus chassis

Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles has unveiled its most advanced intercity platform yet — the all-new Tata LPO 1822 bus chassis. Engineered to set new benchmarks in long-haul passenger transport, the LPO 1822 represents a bold leap forward in comfort, performance and operational efficiency, reaffirming Tata Motors’ leadership in shaping the future of mass mobility. The […]

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Eberspächer Showcases Advanced Heat Pump and AC Systems

At Prawaas 4.0, Eberspächer showcased significant advancements in climate control systems, with K P Singh, Managing Director – India and Head of the APAC Region for Climate Control Systems – Bus & Coach, noting the growing momentum in the bus industry. “This year’s edition is one of the best, with bus operator registrations increasing every […]

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Daimler India Commercial Vehicles appoints Andamuthu Ponnusamy as Head of Bus Business

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”), announced the appointment of Mr. Andamuthu Ponnusamy as Head of Bus Business, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Andamuthu P began his journey with DICV in 2011 and brings over 35 years of experience in the automotive (passenger and commercial vehicle) industry, […]

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Vijayanand Travels: A Journey of Excellence, Safety, and Customer Satisfaction

Vijayanand Travels shines in passenger transportation, embodying excellence, safety, and unwavering customer focus. Led by Shiva Sankeshwar, the third-generation Managing Director, the company has redefined India’s bus travel industry, achieving industry milestones, as revealed in an exclusive interview with Rajesh Rajgor. One of the factors that sets Vijayanand Buses apart is its rich history as […]