The automobile industry never tires of finding new ways to reduce its environmental impact, and its latest area of focus is construction equipment. The impact of this sector was brought to the forefront after India’s minister of road transport and highways, Nitin Gadkari, highlighted that a whopping 400 crore litres of diesel was consumed by… Continue reading Construction Equipment Electrification Runs Into Cost Barrier
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Goodyear Tire’s transformation plan is underway — in the sky and on the ground
A Goodyear blimp flies Goodyear AKRON, Ohio — Does the Goodyear blimp sell tires? That was one question veteran auto executive Mark Stewart had when he started as CEO of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. a little more than a year ago, seeking to lead a transformation plan for the quintessential American company. For a… Continue reading Goodyear Tire’s transformation plan is underway — in the sky and on the ground
How aerodynamics have moved cars forward in the past 25 years
I’ve bought an Audi A2. It’s a 2003 74bhp 1.4-litre diesel and, because it didn’t have an MOT, it cost me £500. So far, I’ve fitted a new rear wheel bearing (£30), cleaned some mould from its crannies and sent it to be MOT tested. It failed only on headlight alignment and parking brake effectiveness, the… Continue reading How aerodynamics have moved cars forward in the past 25 years
Fast, Fearless, and Resilient: Women are Reshaping the World of Motorsports
“I was either courageous or reckless, or foolhardy—call it what you want. I just liked to go at full speed,” said Maria Teresa de Filippis, the first woman to qualify for a Formula One Grand Prix in the 1950s. Her words capture the indomitable spirit required to shatter barriers in motorsports: a relentless drive to… Continue reading Fast, Fearless, and Resilient: Women are Reshaping the World of Motorsports
Lumax Cornaglia Targets New OEMs After Market Shift
Lumax Cornaglia, which is involved in air intake systems, plastic fuel tanks, and urea tanks is undergoing a change in its business strategy after Tata Motors, its primary customer for plastic fuel tanks, reverted to metal tanks on multiple models. To optimize its Pune plant’s capacity, the company is exploring new opportunities in air intake systems,… Continue reading Lumax Cornaglia Targets New OEMs After Market Shift
Sunjay Kapur Takes Charge as Chairman of CII Northern Region for 2025-26
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Northern Region has announced its new leadership for 2025-26 following its Annual Regional Meeting in New Delhi. Sunjay Kapur, Chairman of Sona Comstar, has been elected as Chairman, while Puneet Kaura, Managing Director & CEO of Samtel Avionics, has been appointed as Deputy Chairman. Kapur who served as the… Continue reading Sunjay Kapur Takes Charge as Chairman of CII Northern Region for 2025-26
Gensol Engineering Promoters Sell Shares for Business Reinvestment
The promoters of Gensol Engineering Limited have sold 9,00,000 equity shares, representing 2.37% of the company’s total equity. The proceeds from the sale will be reinvested into the business through an equity infusion. In an official statement, the company confirmed that the promoters plan to reinvest the same or a higher amount in the… Continue reading Gensol Engineering Promoters Sell Shares for Business Reinvestment
Mahindra Expands WE Hunnar Initiative to Train Women in Mobility Sector
Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited (MLMML) has expanded its Mahindra WE (Women Entrepreneurs) Hunnar initiative, a skill development program aimed at training women in the mobility sector. Launched in July 2024 as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility efforts, the program provides training in three-wheeler and four-wheeler driving, customer care, and electric vehicle (EV)… Continue reading Mahindra Expands WE Hunnar Initiative to Train Women in Mobility Sector
Ashok Leyland Marks Women’s Day, Extends Mumbai Indians Partnership
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, marked International Women’s Day by recognising women entrepreneurs and reinforcing its support for women’s cricket. The company organized ‘Meet & Greet’ sessions in Mumbai and Bengaluru, where self-made women entrepreneurs interacted with players from the Mumbai Indians Women’s Team, including… Continue reading Ashok Leyland Marks Women’s Day, Extends Mumbai Indians Partnership
Maruti Suzuki and Hero FinCorp Partner to Offer Car Loan Financing
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hero FinCorp Limited to enhance financing options for new and pre-owned car buyers. The partnership will integrate Maruti Suzuki’s dealership network with Hero FinCorp’s financial solutions, expanding loan accessibility for customers across different regions. The MoU was signed in the presence of… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki and Hero FinCorp Partner to Offer Car Loan Financing