‘Today, people’s choice of car colour is a reflection of their personality,’: Shashank Srivastava

Over the years, a car has evolved from being just a mode of transport to being an extension of the consumer’s personality. Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Officer, Sales and Marketing at Maruti Suzuki, takes us through the evolving trend of colours over the years and what they have come to signify.  In the case of… Continue reading ‘Today, people’s choice of car colour is a reflection of their personality,’: Shashank Srivastava

Fast evolving auto industry needs befitting HR solutions

It’s no secret that the Indian economy witnessed a great year, closing 2023 with a GDP of USD 3.73 trillion, GDP per capita at USD 2,610 and a projected GDP growth rate of 6.3 percent against the global average of 2.9 percent. And the automobile industry in India is a significant contributor to the country’s… Continue reading Fast evolving auto industry needs befitting HR solutions

ASDC targets 50,000 new jobs for women through Solar2EV project

The Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC), based in New Delhi, hopes to create 50,000 new livelihoods for economically and socially disadvantaged women through the Solar2EV Project. The initiative was launched earlier in March, as a joint venture between the social justice departments of the central and Maharashtra governments. Over the next 12 to 14 months,… Continue reading ASDC targets 50,000 new jobs for women through Solar2EV project

‘I hope my journey makes people say — I can do this too’

Bengaluru-based Orxa Energies is known for its innovative technology solutions in the EV space. The startup, which was established out of pure passion for motorcycles, has emerged as a promising player in the e2w industry, with a focus on developing innovative solutions to address the evolving needs of consumers and contribute to a sustainable future.… Continue reading ‘I hope my journey makes people say — I can do this too’

‘I hope my journey makes people say — I can do this too’

Bengaluru-based Orxa Energies is known for its innovative technology solutions in the EV space. The startup, which was established out of pure passion for motorcycles, has emerged as a promising player in the e2w industry, with a focus on developing innovative solutions to address the evolving needs of consumers and contribute to a sustainable future.… Continue reading ‘I hope my journey makes people say — I can do this too’

‘I’ve learned to give myself permission not to be a superwoman’: Savitha Balachandran

Savitha Balachandran the CFO of Tata Technologies, has an unusual philosophy she lives by. “I would like to strive for harmony more than perfection. At different points of time, different things are going to take precedence, so achieving that balance is going to be a continuous journey, and therefore harmony for me is more important… Continue reading ‘I’ve learned to give myself permission not to be a superwoman’: Savitha Balachandran

Organisations must look at diversity beyond gender

Asmita Ghate would like to see diversity moving beyond gender. The electronics engineer and Fulbright scholar from Carnegie Mellon University, who started her journey in 1995 as a Graduate Trainee Engineer at Tata Motors and now heads the engineering quality analytics division at Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, is of the opinion that “we should not… Continue reading Organisations must look at diversity beyond gender

Bahrain’s Mumtalakat secures full ownership over McLaren: Report

Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund, Mumtalakat, has assumed full control of McLaren Group, manufacturer of high-end sportscars and majority owner of the McLaren F1 team, BBC reported. Executive Chairman Paul Walsh speaking on the announcement said “We are delighted at Mumtalakat’s continued commitment to McLaren through this deal, which strengthens our ownership and governance structure. This… Continue reading Bahrain’s Mumtalakat secures full ownership over McLaren: Report

Bahrain’s Mumtalakat secures full ownership over McLaren: Report

Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund, Mumtalakat, has assumed full control of McLaren Group, manufacturer of high-end sportscars and majority owner of the McLaren F1 team, BBC reported. Executive Chairman Paul Walsh speaking on the announcement said “We are delighted at Mumtalakat’s continued commitment to McLaren through this deal, which strengthens our ownership and governance structure. This… Continue reading Bahrain’s Mumtalakat secures full ownership over McLaren: Report

Kia Sonet sales in India cross 300,000, exports exceed 86,000 units

The Sonet, Kia India’s first compact SUV, has driven past 300,000-unit sales in the domestic market. Launched in September 2020, the Sonet has taken 42 months or three-and-a-half years to achieve the milestone. As per SIAM passenger vehicle industry data, from launch through to end-February 2024, the Sonet has registered total India-market wholesales of 304,311… Continue reading Kia Sonet sales in India cross 300,000, exports exceed 86,000 units