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Indian Automation Firm Addverb Adopts Siemens Software Suite for Factory Development

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced Tuesday that Addverb Technologies, an Indian robotics and warehouse automation company, has implemented multiple software solutions from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio to enhance its automation development processes and customer service operations. The partnership centers on three key software platforms: Teamcenter for product lifecycle management, Tecnomatix Plant Simulation for virtual system… Continue reading Indian Automation Firm Addverb Adopts Siemens Software Suite for Factory Development

Tata AutoComp Partners with Japan’s Ichikoh Industries for Indian Automotive Lighting Venture

Tata AutoComp Systems Limited has announced plans to form a joint venture with Japan’s Ichikoh Industries Limited to acquire Valeo’s lighting business in India. The partnership will establish a 50:50 joint venture company to purchase the Valeo Lighting Systems business from Valeo India Private Limited. The joint venture will focus on serving the automotive lighting… Continue reading Tata AutoComp Partners with Japan’s Ichikoh Industries for Indian Automotive Lighting Venture

Autocar Professional’s August 1, 2025 Edition is out!

This edition of Autocar Professional delves into the growing importance of design as a key differentiator in the fast-changing automotive landscape. With AI-driven tools accelerating development and shrinking product life cycles, design is no longer an afterthought but a strategic advantage that can define market success. The cover story features exclusive insights from global design… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s August 1, 2025 Edition is out!

Escorts Kubota Net Profit Rises 361% in Q1FY26

Escorts Kubota Limited reported a 361% increase in net profit to ₹1,400.2 crore for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, driven by the completion of its Railway Equipment Division divestment to Sona BLW Precision Forgings Limited for ₹1,601.7 crore on June 1, 2025. The company’s earnings per share surged to ₹127.29 from ₹27.63 in… Continue reading Escorts Kubota Net Profit Rises 361% in Q1FY26

Audi India Launches 10-Year Extended Warranty and 15-Year Roadside Assistance Program

Audi India announced a 10-year extended warranty and 15-year roadside assistance program for its entire product portfolio, available as value-added options for both new and existing customers across India. The German luxury car manufacturer introduced the extended warranty coverage for vehicles up to 10 years of age with mileage protection extending up to 200,000 kilometers.… Continue reading Audi India Launches 10-Year Extended Warranty and 15-Year Roadside Assistance Program

Gro Digital Platforms Partners with IDFC FIRST Bank for FASTag Services

Gro Digital Platforms, a joint venture between Ashok Leyland and Hinduja Leyland Finance, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IDFC FIRST Bank to launch FASTag services aimed at providing end-to-end mobility solutions for fleet owners and transporters across India. Under the agreement, Gro Digital Platforms will promote IDFC FIRST Bank’s FASTag services through Ashok Leyland… Continue reading Gro Digital Platforms Partners with IDFC FIRST Bank for FASTag Services

Oben Electric Launches Rorr EZ Sigma at INR 1.27 Lakh

Oben Electric launched the Rorr EZ Sigma electric motorcycle at an introductory price of ₹1.27 lakh for the 3.4 kWh variant, with bookings opening at ₹2,999 and deliveries scheduled to begin August 15, 2025. The next-generation electric commuter motorcycle features reverse mode, a 5-inch TFT colour display with navigation and alert functions, redesigned seating, and… Continue reading Oben Electric Launches Rorr EZ Sigma at INR 1.27 Lakh

Exclusive: Hero Vida electric scooter sales cross 100,000 units

Hero MotoCorp’s Vida brand of electric scooters has achieved cumulative 100,000 retail sales in India. Launched on October 7, 2022, Hero Vida has taken 34 months to cross 100,000-unit sales in the domestic market. From launch through till August 4, 2025, 100,195 units have been sold, as per data on the Vahan portal. Dr. Pawan… Continue reading Exclusive: Hero Vida electric scooter sales cross 100,000 units