JK Tyre & Industries Ltd’s board today approved a Rs 1,130 crore investment to expand the capacity of truck and bus radial (TBR), all-steel light truck radial (LTBR) and passenger car radial (PCR) tyres, with the additional output slated to come on stream by the second quarter of the financial year 2027-28. The company will… Continue reading JK Tyre to Invest Rs 1,130 Crore to Expand Capacity by FY28
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JK Tyre Reports 3.7-Fold Surge in Q3 Profit Amid Strong Demand and Margin Expansion
JK Tyre & Industries Limited reported a sharp 3.7-fold increase in net profit for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, reaching Rs 209 crore compared to Rs 57 crore in the corresponding period last year, reflecting strong operational performance across business segments. The company’s consolidated total revenues stood at Rs 4,235 crore for the… Continue reading JK Tyre Reports 3.7-Fold Surge in Q3 Profit Amid Strong Demand and Margin Expansion
Olectra Greentech Appoints Suhas Athma as VP-Human Resources
Olectra Greentech Limited announced the appointment of Suhas Athma as Vice President-Human Resources, designated as Senior Management Personnel, effective February 6, 2026. Athma brings over two decades of expertise in strategic HR management, performance management systems, employee and industrial relations, and change management. His professional experience spans diverse industries including pharmaceuticals, auto ancillary, telecommunications, and… Continue reading Olectra Greentech Appoints Suhas Athma as VP-Human Resources
FASTag Annual Pass Surpasses 50 Lakh Users in Six Months
The FASTag Annual Pass has exceeded 50 lakh users within six months of its introduction, according to data released by the National Highways Authority of India. The program, launched on August 15, 2025, has processed more than 26.55 crore transactions. The Annual Pass accounts for approximately 28 percent of total car transactions recorded on the… Continue reading FASTag Annual Pass Surpasses 50 Lakh Users in Six Months
boAt Launches HIVE Dashcam Series from Rs. 2,499
boAt has expanded into the dashcam category with the launch of its HIVE series, comprising three models designed for the Indian automotive market. The company, recognized as India’s leading audio and wearables brand, introduces the Hive Dashcam E1, M1, and F1. Gaurav Nayyar, CEO of boAt, stated that the dashcam launch represents an extension of… Continue reading boAt Launches HIVE Dashcam Series from Rs. 2,499
Sonalika Tractors Introduces GOLD Series on 30th Anniversary
Sonalika Tractors has unveiled its new GOLD Series, marking three decades of agricultural innovation in India. The launch introduces two flagship models designed to address contemporary farming requirements. The series comprises the GOLD DI 745 III and GOLD DI 55 III tractors, incorporating enhanced engine capacity and transmission systems. The GOLD DI 745 III features… Continue reading Sonalika Tractors Introduces GOLD Series on 30th Anniversary
Bonfiglioli Transmissions Appoints New Chairperson and Independent Directors
Bonfiglioli Transmissions Limited has announced significant changes to its board composition, appointing Ravindra Pisharody as Chairperson and Independent Director while adding two new independent directors to strengthen its governance structure. The company, which operates as one of India’s leading mechanical and electro-mechanical power transmission solutions providers, confirmed the appointments of Sundaresan Ananthanarayanan and Rossella Schiavini… Continue reading Bonfiglioli Transmissions Appoints New Chairperson and Independent Directors
India Scraps Small Car Exemption in Emissions Rules After Automaker Complaints, Reuters Says
India has eliminated a planned concession for small cars in its upcoming fuel-efficiency rules after automakers including Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra argued it would benefit only one company, Reuters reported. A September draft had proposed leniency for petrol cars weighing 909 kg (2,004 lb) or less—a carve-out widely seen as favouring Maruti Suzuki,… Continue reading India Scraps Small Car Exemption in Emissions Rules After Automaker Complaints, Reuters Says
Autocar Professional’s February 1, 2026 Edition is out!
This month’s cover story examines why the construction equipment sector is experiencing a rare and complex slowdown, even as exports rise and mining demand rebounds. What’s causing the slump? We trace the disconnect between policy intent and ground reality: safeguard duty loopholes exposed by the Indira Dock episode, election-driven project delays, stretched state finances, and… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s February 1, 2026 Edition is out!
Hero MotoCorp Identifies Five Pillars to Drive Next Phase of Expansion
Hero MotoCorp Ltd has identified scooters, premium motorcycles, global markets, electric vehicles and parts and accessories as key pillars to accelerate growth and gain market share over the next few years. Speaking during an analyst call held after the company’s Q3 FY26 results, Chief Executive Officer Harshavardhan Chitale said these segments offer significant headroom for… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp Identifies Five Pillars to Drive Next Phase of Expansion