Bonfiglioli Transmissions Limited has announced significant changes to its board composition, appointing Ravindra Pisharody as Chairperson and Independent Director while adding two new independent directors to strengthen its governance structure. The company, which operates as one of India’s leading mechanical and electro-mechanical power transmission solutions providers, confirmed the appointments of Sundaresan Ananthanarayanan and Rossella Schiavini… Continue reading Bonfiglioli Transmissions Appoints New Chairperson and Independent Directors
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India Scraps Small Car Exemption in Emissions Rules After Automaker Complaints, Reuters Says
India has eliminated a planned concession for small cars in its upcoming fuel-efficiency rules after automakers including Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra argued it would benefit only one company, Reuters reported. A September draft had proposed leniency for petrol cars weighing 909 kg (2,004 lb) or less—a carve-out widely seen as favouring Maruti Suzuki,… Continue reading India Scraps Small Car Exemption in Emissions Rules After Automaker Complaints, Reuters Says
Autocar Professional’s February 1, 2026 Edition is out!
This month’s cover story examines why the construction equipment sector is experiencing a rare and complex slowdown, even as exports rise and mining demand rebounds. What’s causing the slump? We trace the disconnect between policy intent and ground reality: safeguard duty loopholes exposed by the Indira Dock episode, election-driven project delays, stretched state finances, and… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s February 1, 2026 Edition is out!
Hero MotoCorp Identifies Five Pillars to Drive Next Phase of Expansion
Hero MotoCorp Ltd has identified scooters, premium motorcycles, global markets, electric vehicles and parts and accessories as key pillars to accelerate growth and gain market share over the next few years. Speaking during an analyst call held after the company’s Q3 FY26 results, Chief Executive Officer Harshavardhan Chitale said these segments offer significant headroom for… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp Identifies Five Pillars to Drive Next Phase of Expansion
TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
TVS Motor Company announced on February 6, 2026, the appointment of Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources, effective immediately. She will be based in Bengaluru and brings cross-industry experience spanning natural resources, oil and gas, financial services, telecom, and manufacturing. Prior to joining TVS Motor Company, Srivastava served as the… Continue reading TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
TVS Motor Company announced on February 6, 2026, the appointment of Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources, effective immediately. She will be based in Bengaluru and brings cross-industry experience spanning natural resources, oil and gas, financial services, telecom, and manufacturing. Prior to joining TVS Motor Company, Srivastava served as the… Continue reading TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
Video – Rural India Powers the Aftermarket: ACMA’s Sriram Viji
India’s automotive aftermarket is undergoing a quiet but decisive shift, with rural India emerging as its next growth engine, even as vehicles become more electronics-driven and complex to service. Speaking to Autocar Professional on the sidelines of ACMA Automechanika 2026, Sriram Viji, President-Designate of the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) and Managing Director… Continue reading Video – Rural India Powers the Aftermarket: ACMA’s Sriram Viji
India-EU Free Trade Agreement Signed After 20 Years of Negotiations: ICRA
India and the European Union finalized a free trade agreement in January 2026 after nearly 20 years of negotiations, eliminating tariffs on over 90% of goods exchanged between the two regions. The agreement establishes a large free-trade zone and represents a significant development for Indian sectors currently facing EU import duties ranging from 4% to… Continue reading India-EU Free Trade Agreement Signed After 20 Years of Negotiations: ICRA
Audi India Opens Second Hyderabad Showroom with Progressive Showroom Concept
Audi India inaugurated its second showroom in Hyderabad on February 6, 2026, featuring the company’s global Progressive Showroom Concept at a 6,000 sq.ft. facility in Jubilee Hills, Telangana. The expansion includes a 2,000 sq.ft. Audi Approved: plus showroom and a 13,000 sq.ft. service facility with 14 service bays in Gachibowli. The showroom is designed around… Continue reading Audi India Opens Second Hyderabad Showroom with Progressive Showroom Concept
Lamborghini Delivers Final Huracán to Indian Market After Decade-Long Run
Automobili Lamborghini India has delivered its final Huracán Tecnica to the Indian market, marking the end of production for the iconic V10 super sports car that has been a cornerstone of the brand’s lineup for over a decade. The Italian manufacturer delivered a total of 252 Huracán models in India throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle, which… Continue reading Lamborghini Delivers Final Huracán to Indian Market After Decade-Long Run