Passenger vehicle market leader Maruti Suzuki India, which has a near-50 percent share in the April 2020 to January 2021 period, is making strides in aftersales as well. The company has accomplished the milestone of setting up 4,000 service touch-points across India, with its workshops split under four categories. Maruti-authorised dealer workshops comprise the maximum… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki clocks 4,000 service outlets, intensifies focus on rural markets
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Skoda Auto India opens its first dealership in Puducherry
Czech automaker Skoda Auto India has announced opening of its first new dealership in the Puducherry region to strengthen its position and push forward its campaign of establishing a strong foothold in the southern markets of India. The new dealership facility by KUN Motors sports the new corporate identity and design as a part of… Continue reading Skoda Auto India opens its first dealership in Puducherry
Unifrax’s new anode tech enables higher energy density in lithium-ion batteries
USA-based specialty fibres company Unifrax has introduced its latest proprietary technology, SiFAB (Silicon Fiber Anode Battery) Technology. The company says SiFAB is currently in advanced testing after years of research and development, has shown promising performance in multiple battery systems. This anode technology enables significantly higher energy density in lithium-ion battery systems and has successfully… Continue reading Unifrax’s new anode tech enables higher energy density in lithium-ion batteries
Two-wheeler sales momentum continues in February
The monthly two-wheeler sales continue to see consistent growth. The top five players that make up for nearly 80-90 percent of the market delivered upbeat sales numbers. However, on a month-on-month basis, a few manufacturers delivered muted or flat performance due to supply chain concerns as a result of shortage of semiconductors and container availability… Continue reading Two-wheeler sales momentum continues in February
Lumax to localise HVAC panel for global carmaker in India
Lumax Industries, one of India’s leading Tier-1 component manufacturers, is currently working with a leading global OEM to localise the carmaker’s Heating, Ventilation & Air-Conditioning panel (HVAC) product line. It is also in advanced stages of talks with other OEMs for similar products. It is believed that the carmaker is Japanese. Lumax’s HVAC panel business, which has been delayed due to the pandemic, is likely to go on stream from the second… Continue reading Lumax to localise HVAC panel for global carmaker in India
Tata Motors’ Pratap Bose among finalists for 2021 World Car Person of the Year
India’s and Tata Motors’ Pratap Bose is among the top five finalists for the 2021 World Car Person of the Year award. The five names were announced today when 93 World Car Awards (WCA) jurors from 28 countries collectively voted for the finalists by secret ballot. KMPG tabulated the vote results. To be eligible, award… Continue reading Tata Motors’ Pratap Bose among finalists for 2021 World Car Person of the Year
Nitin Gadkari discusses postponing CAFE Phase 2 norms with SIAM delegation
Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari met the SIAM delegation today. (Photo: Nitin Gadkari/Twitter) Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari today held talks with apex industry body, the Society of India Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), which has urged postponement of implementation of CAFE Phase II regulations to April 1, 2024. SIAM has said that the automotive industry… Continue reading Nitin Gadkari discusses postponing CAFE Phase 2 norms with SIAM delegation
February tractor sales robust on strong rural cash flow
The momentum in the tractor market as we enter the last month of the FY2021. In February, most key tractor makers posted healthy growth both sequentially as well as annually on the back of robust demand and strong cash flows in rural markets. Mahindra & MahindraMahindra & Mahindra’s February tractor sales are up 24 percent… Continue reading February tractor sales robust on strong rural cash flow
India Kawasaki launches new Ninja 300 at Rs 318,000
India Kawasaki Motors (IKM) has launched the new BS-VI compliant Model Year 2022 Ninja 300 at Rs 318,000 (ex-showroom). The company claims the speed machine, now with updated graphics, has not lost any power in the transition to BS VI. The new 296cc fuel injected parallel-twin engine develops 38.46hp. The new bike is unmistakably… Continue reading India Kawasaki launches new Ninja 300 at Rs 318,000
Log 9’s ultra-fast battery technology promises full charge in under 15 minutes
Bangalore-headquartered deep-tech start-up Log 9 Materials has launched what it says is a first-of-its-kind rapid charging battery technology for electric vehicles, which is capable of fully charging EV batteries in under 15 minutes. The company has utilised its expertise and know-how of supercapacitor technology and Graphene material to develop the battery, which makes the new technology far superior… Continue reading Log 9’s ultra-fast battery technology promises full charge in under 15 minutes