Dealerships

AMPL expands operations with new 3S facility in Varanasi

New facility to support Ashok Leyland customers in the region with better reach and support Automotive Manufacturers Private Limited (AMPL) has inaugurated a brand-new 3S facility in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. This will be AMPL’s second facility in the city and fifth touch point in the state of Uttar Pradesh. With the opening of its new […]

Trucks

Volvo FH Electric wins ‘Truck of the Year 2024’ award

Volvo Trucks has scooped the prestigious industry award for its Volvo FH Electric. It’s the first time ever that an electric truck wins the award. Volvo’s heavy electric truck, the Volvo FH Electric, has been selected as International Truck of the Year 2024. In explaining their decision, the jury praised the electric truck’s performance, seamless acceleration, […]

Trucks

Tata Motors and Inchcape plc usher in a new era of CV excellence in Thailand

Introduce innovative and segment-defining commercial vehicles in varied segments Tata Motors is reaffirming its dedication to delivering class-leading commercial vehicles to the Thai market. The company, along with its authorised distributor Inchcape – a leading global automotive distributor, announced it has commenced the sales and service of its commercial vehicles across Thailand. This endeavour marks Tata Motors’ commitment to revolutionising the landscape of […]

Trucks

Tata Motors steps up tech game in BS-VI OBD II era

In a fast-paced world where automotive technology is evolving rapidly, Tata Motors, a leader in the commercial vehicle segment, has made significant strides in embracing innovation and raising the bar for the industry. Rajesh Kaul, Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors, sheds light on the company’s remarkable journey in transitioning from BSIV to BSVI emission […]

Trucks

Vandana Trailers Striving for excellence in tip-trailer segment

In a recent conversation with Hemant Jaiswal, Director of Vandana Trailers, Rajesh Rajgor discovered that Vandana Trailers, known for its specialization in a diverse product range such as tipping trailers, tippers, sidewall trailers, flatbed trailers, low bed trailers, and custom rock body sandwich trailer tippers, has been diligently working towards achieving excellence through its distinct […]

Dealerships

Mahindra Truck and Bus inaugurates 78th dealership, at Ayodhya in UP

Mahindra’s Truck and Bus Division (MTBD) has inaugurated its 78th dealer outlet in the country, Sunrise Truck and Bus, a state-of-the-art dealership in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Speaking on the occasion, Jalaj Gupta, Business Head – Commercial Vehicles, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said, “The ongoing growth of the Indian CV market provides an opportunity for MTBD […]

tyres

Replacement demand to drive tyre volume up 6-8% this fiscal: CRISIL

Production volume of Indian tyre makers is set to rise 6-8% on-year to a new high of 2.7 million tonne in fiscal 2024, driven mainly by higher replacement demand, and steady demand from commercial vehicles (CVs) and passenger vehicles (PVs). This, even as exports could see a decline. Production volume growth this fiscal, while moderating […]

Buses Trucks

Ashok Leyland embarks on ‘Dream Drive’ to mark 75th Anniversary

Ashok Leyland has commenced a ‘Dream Drive’ from Bengaluru as part of its momentous 75th year anniversary celebrations. The drive, which was kicked off yesterday, is an expedition to various cities and dealerships across India, culminating at the company’s manufacturing plants across the nation. 10 vehicles will be traversing the length and breadth of the […]

Buses Trucks

2nd CII Indian CV Conclave puts spotlight on A.C.E.S and other industry megatrends

Autonomous, Connected, Electric, Shared Mobility (A.C.E.S) along with climate change and digitalization were picked as the driving forces of the future of CVs in IndiaThe 2nd Edition of the CII Indian Commercial Vehicle Conclave was held on 20th July at Gurugram, where industry leaders gathered to shed light on the transformative mega trends shaping the Indian Commercial Vehicle (CV) […]

Logistics

Haryana Delhi Roadways – Business built on strong customer relationships

In this exclusive interaction with M. Stephen, Shabbar Ali, owner of Haryana Delhi Roadways, Chennai, shares information about his company and talks about the journey so far as well as the many challenges that fleet owners have to face today on account of rising costs, reducing margins and the constant struggle to find good drivers […]

commercial vehicles Trucks

Eicher propels Shree Chadda Roadlines to next level of growth and expansion

Eicher, a brand under the highly successful Volvo-Eicher Commercial Vehicles (VECV) JV, has been quietly revolutionising the fortunes of numerous transporters and logistics companies across the country. In this exclusive interview with Anuj Chadda, owner of Shree Chadda Roadlines in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, N. Balasubramanian discovers how Eicher has propelled the company to new levels of […]

Lubricants Repair & Maintenance

Valvoline and Eicher extend exclusive partnership to continue driving innovation in CV industry

Valvoline, a leading global lubricant manufacturer and the original engine oil maker, is delighted to announce the extension of its exclusive partnership for service fill and after sales with Eicher Trucks and Buses, a leading player in the commercial vehicle industry. This renewed commitment, for the next phase of growth, stands as a testament to […]

vehicle sales

Auto retail sales show 10% YoY growth in June’23, with all-time highs in multiple segments

The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has released the vehicle retail data for June’23, revealing positive trends in the auto retail industry. Auto retail sales in June demonstrated a 10% year-on-year (YoY) growth, showcasing positive performances across all vehicle categories, including 2W, 3W, PV, Tractor, and CV. The respective growth rates for these categories […]

Service & Maintenance

Tata Motors – Leading the way with best-in-industry after-sales service

Tata Motors, the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, is dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat buying through its comprehensive range of offerings. R Ramakrishnan, Global Head (Customer Care, Commercial Vehicle Business Unit) at Tata Motors sheds light on the company’s key strategies and initiatives in an exclusive interview with Rajesh Rajgor Tata Motors, India’s […]

Dealerships

Ashok Leyland and VST Auto India open two new dealerships and pilot care centres in Rajasthan

Ashok Leyland has opened two new CV showrooms on the Ajmer Road in the Jaipur and Kotputli regions, in collaboration with Jaipur-based VST Auto India Private Limited. This move will provide customers in Jaipur-Ajmer belt, with easy access to all of their automotive needs, offering end-to-end transportation solutions through technology, innovation and superior services, reports […]