The race is on: Challengers vs defenders

It took 16 years of conversation between Pune, India-based Bajaj Auto and Hinckley, UK-based Triumph Motorcycles to churn out its first mid-size bike in 2023 to challenge the dominance of Royal Enfield, a brand that has single-handedly owned the space in India. A record of sorts, reminds Bajaj Auto’s Managing Director Rajiv Bajaj to the… Continue reading The race is on: Challengers vs defenders

Pioneer to introduce Android-based infotainment systems for car OEMs in India

Japan’s Pioneer Corporation, which is a dominant player in India’s in-car entertainment aftermarket domain with its range of audio solutions including speakers, amplifiers, and infotainment devices, has revealed its product roadmap for the future.  The company, which presently sees about 50 percent of its business coming from the aftermarket and remaining from product supplies to authorised… Continue reading Pioneer to introduce Android-based infotainment systems for car OEMs in India

Pioneer to introduce Android-based infotainment systems for car OEMs in India

Japan’s Pioneer Corporation, which is a dominant player in India’s in-car entertainment aftermarket domain with its range of audio solutions including speakers, amplifiers, and infotainment devices, has revealed its product roadmap for the future.  The company, which presently sees about 50 percent of its business coming from the aftermarket and remaining from product supplies to authorised… Continue reading Pioneer to introduce Android-based infotainment systems for car OEMs in India

RK Forgings Q1 FY24 PAT up 63% at Rs 77 cr, to acquire Multitech Auto for Rs 212 cr

Automotive components manufacturer Ramkrishna Forgings (RK Forgings) has reported a 63 percent year-on-year (YoY) jump in its profit at Rs 77 crore for the first quarter ended June 30. The company had posted Rs 47.2 crore profit in the same quarter year ago. During the quarter under review, company’s revenue grew 28 percent YoY at… Continue reading RK Forgings Q1 FY24 PAT up 63% at Rs 77 cr, to acquire Multitech Auto for Rs 212 cr

RK Forgings Q1 FY24 PAT up 63% at Rs 77 cr, to acquire Multitech Auto for Rs 212 cr

Automotive components manufacturer Ramkrishna Forgings (RK Forgings) has reported a 63 percent year-on-year (YoY) jump in its profit at Rs 77 crore for the first quarter ended June 30. The company had posted Rs 47.2 crore profit in the same quarter year ago. During the quarter under review, company’s revenue grew 28 percent YoY at… Continue reading RK Forgings Q1 FY24 PAT up 63% at Rs 77 cr, to acquire Multitech Auto for Rs 212 cr

Nvidia founder Jensen Huang wins Automotive Hall of Fame’s Mobility Innovator Award

The Automotive Hall of Fame, the premier institution which honours and celebrates individuals and their impact in the global automotive industry, has honoured Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of Nvidia with its Mobility Innovator Award, which recognises those whose new technologies and services are redefining mobility, at its 2023 Induction & Awards Ceremony held on… Continue reading Nvidia founder Jensen Huang wins Automotive Hall of Fame’s Mobility Innovator Award

Matt Prior: Morgan back in the states, and protecting working SUVs

It’s no surprise to me to see how good the Morgan Super 3 looks on the dreamy, sun-dappled roads of California. What car wouldn’t look good there? But there’s something about the 3’s retro-futuristic appearance that particularly suits the place. It looks more at home there, I think, than in a Cotswold village. And last… Continue reading Matt Prior: Morgan back in the states, and protecting working SUVs

2023 Automotive Hall of Fame honours six industry champions

The Automotive Hall of Fame, the premier institution for honoring and celebrating individuals and their impact in the global automotive industry, hosted its 2023 Induction & Awards Ceremony on July 20, 2023, in Detroit, where 11 individuals were recognised for their contribution. “Each year we are astounded by the contributions being made to today’s automotive… Continue reading 2023 Automotive Hall of Fame honours six industry champions

Honda Motor co-founder Takeo Fujisawa inducted into Automotive Hall of Fame

Flanked on stage by three iconic products that helped to establish Honda as one of the most innovative companies in America – the Honda 50 motorcycle (Super Cub), the Honda Civic CVCC and the HondaJet – Honda co-founder Takeo Fujisawa was inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame at the awards ceremony on July 20,… Continue reading Honda Motor co-founder Takeo Fujisawa inducted into Automotive Hall of Fame

Vitesco Technologies honours six of its 17,000 global suppliers

Vitesco Technologies, a leading international developer and manufacturer of advanced drive technologies for sustainable mobility, has honoured the exemplary performance of six of its around 17,000 suppliers worldwide. The awards were presented to suppliers of production and non-production materials for the 2022 fiscal year.  The award ceremony took place at the Sorat Hotel in Regensburg… Continue reading Vitesco Technologies honours six of its 17,000 global suppliers