Rajratan Global Wire, one of the world’s largest bead wire manufacturers expects its volumes to increase by at least 20-25 percent in the current fiscal buoyed by a rebound in economic activities and ongoing production debottlenecking exercises at its plants in India and Thailand. The company management’s optimism for increased volumes stems from various industry… Continue reading Rajratan’s global growth ambitions on track
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Stellantis appoints Rahul Rajupalepu as new head of Global Digital Hub in India
Stellantis has named Rahul Rajupalepu as the new Head of its Global Digital Hub in India. He succeeds Karim Lalani, who has taken up a new role as the Chief Technology Officer – North America ICT and Digital within the Stellantis Group. Rajupalepu joins Stellantis with nearly three decades of experience in IT and have held… Continue reading Stellantis appoints Rahul Rajupalepu as new head of Global Digital Hub in India
Shell Lubricants India’s new growth mantra
Shell Lubricants India, one of India’s oldest lubes players, aims to double its retail footprint in next 3-4 years by strengthening its network, investing additional resources, and enhancing organisational capabilities through digital solutions and channel upskilling programmes. In an interaction with Autocar Professional, Debanjali Sengupta, Country Head, Shell Lubricants India said, “India is one of… Continue reading Shell Lubricants India’s new growth mantra
BILITI Electric appoints Mark Joseph to its board
BILITI Electric, an electric vehicle manufacturer in the US, has announced the appointment of mobility veteran Mark Joseph to its Board of Directors. Having over 30 years of leadership experience, Mark previously worked with both public and private transportation organizations across US, Canada, UK, Ireland, and South America. Currently, he is serving as the CEO of… Continue reading BILITI Electric appoints Mark Joseph to its board
Pluss’ quest for safe batteries gains momentum
Pluss Advanced Technologies (Pluss), promoted by Carborundum Universal (CUMI, part of the Murugappa Group) is working on a solution to tackle thermal runaway and is confident that it has the answer to the problem. The materials research and manufacturing company is working in the phase change materials (PCMs) for thermal energy storage and speciality polymeric… Continue reading Pluss’ quest for safe batteries gains momentum
Hyundai Venue sales cross the 300,000 mark
Hyundai Motor India’s Venue sales have crossed the 300,000 mark since its launch in 2019. Tarun Garg, Director (Sales, Marketing & Service), Hyundai said, “The success of Hyundai Venue is proof of customer love for our hi-tech and feature packed product offerings.“ The company positioned the car as India’s first connected SUV, featuring Advanced Bluelink connected… Continue reading Hyundai Venue sales cross the 300,000 mark
Ashok Leyland partners Africa’s ETG Logistics
Ashok Leyland announced a new distribution partnership in Sub-Saharan Africa with ETG Group’s logistics, warehousing and distribution vertical, ETG Logistics (ETGL). With this agreement, ETGL will operate dealerships for Ashok Leyland in six key southern African countries. Amandeep Singh, Head International Operations, Ashok Leyland said, “We have ambitious growth plans for the African Market.ETG group’s… Continue reading Ashok Leyland partners Africa’s ETG Logistics
Mahindra launches Bolero City Pik-Up in Maharashtra
Mahindra & Mahindra has launched a new Bolero City Pik-Up, adding another avatar to its existing ‘Pik-Up’ portfolio of small commercial vehicles. Among its many features, according to the company, is exceptional mileage, segment-leading payload capacity and cargo width, as well as top-notch engine torque. The model’s other features include easy manoeuvrability on crowded… Continue reading Mahindra launches Bolero City Pik-Up in Maharashtra
DICV aims at carbon-free operations by 2025
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV), a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, aims to achieve 100 percent carbon neutrality in its operations by 2025, the company’s CEO and MD, Satyakam Arya, said. DICV also aims to become a 100 percent paper-free organization by end-2023, increase energy self-reliance and enhance workplace diversity and culture. At present, the… Continue reading DICV aims at carbon-free operations by 2025
Akio Toyoda: ‘Carbon is our enemy, not the internal combustion engine’
The Japanese Automobile Manufacturers’ Association or JAMA has outlined its automotive sector’s priorities which includes taking appropriate actions for growth, employment and wealth distribution and creating a carbon-neutral society, among other things. After the industry body officially approved a new executive structure at its Board of Directors meeting held virtually, its chairman, Akio Toyoda said, “We… Continue reading Akio Toyoda: ‘Carbon is our enemy, not the internal combustion engine’