In an upfront interaction, Marcos Oliveira, President and CEO of Iochpe-Maxion S.A. speaks about the upskilling initiative to bridge the skill gap and create a level playing field, with Upendra Kasbekar. Marcos Oliveira, President and CEO of Iochpe-Maxion Q: What inspired Iochpe-Maxion to introduce the Formare program in India? A: The Formare Program has been a cornerstone of our operations[Read More…]
Mahindra Veero spotlights chassis innovations and robust underpinnings. The advancement in the underpinning is significant, writes Upendra Kasbekar. The Veero marks a significant advancement in commercial vehicle chassis design. It spotlights chassis innovations and robust underpinnings. Veejay Nakra, President of Automotive Division at Mahindra & Mahindra, highlighted the critical aspects of the platform, emphasising its rugged construction, the materials utilised[Read More…]
In an era where the need for skilled labour is more pressing than ever, initiatives focused on upskilling through industry-academia collaboration have become pivotal to national growth, writes Upendra Kasbekar. Industry-academia collaboration has long been the backbone of real world worthy solutions. Iochpe-Maxion which operates 33 manufacturing plants across 14 countries, including three in India produces approximately 50 million wheels[Read More…]
In an upfront conversation, Raj Manek, Executive Director & Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings Ltd. speaks of success in infrastructure and mobility intertwined with culture creation to Ashish Bhatia. Q. What are the major trends in infrastructure and mobility across the globe for different automotive segments? A. Across the globe, the integration of electric and autonomous vehicles is shaping[Read More…]
The 27th edition of Automechanika Frankfurt got underway, marking the return of the global automotive industry’s largest B2B aftermarket trade fair. It underscored the powertrains and the evolving aftermarket, writes Ashish Bhatia. The unprecedented Frankfurt heat waves gave way to nip in the air. It was the perfect ambience for showcasing modern-day powertrains and shaping the future of the automotive[Read More…]
The eighth NGV India Summit 2024 highlighted the role of natural gas vehicles in India’s transition to clean mobility and aspirations of net-zero emissions by 2070, writes Richa Tyagi. Moving progressively towards its net-zero target by 2070, multiple challenges disguised as opportunities stand in front of India to achieve zero CO2 emissions. Collaborative steps taken by the NITI Aayog, nodal[Read More…]
MR Components leverages intelligent automation to produce high-precision gear components monthly, optimising output with unmanned operations. In an upfront conversation, Alessandro Reguzzo, Founder and MD of the company shares the fundamental philosophy with Team ACI. MR Components, a medium-sized company from Grigno, Italy, has significantly increased its production capacity and simultaneously improved quality by introducing intelligent automation with EMAG machines.[Read More…]
Ashok Leyland has unveiled the Garud, a testament to advancements in bus chassis engineering featuring an innovative architecture and quality aggregates, writes Upendra Kasbekar. At Prawaas 4.0, a premier event organised by the Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI), Ashok Leyland unveiled the Garud 15m, front engine multi-axle chassis, a first. Marking a pioneering step in Indian bus[Read More…]
India’s automotive industry is in a period of significant transformation, balancing traditional market dynamics with evolving regulatory landscape and consumer preferences, writes Ashish Bhatia. The sector faces a range of challenges and opportunities, including fluctuating demand, evolving consumer expectations, and a push towards greener, technologically agnostic vehicles. Puneet Gupta, Director of Mobility Forecast, India & ASEAN at S&P Global Mobility[Read More…]
In the automotive aftermarket, the push for digitisation has become essential for companies of all sizes seeking a competitive edge in global e-commerce, writes Ashish Bhatia. WebInterpret, a platform dedicated to expanding businesses’ online reach, was showcased at Automechanika Frankfurt 24 for its role in driving cross-border sales and visibility in the global aftermarket. Through its seamless integration with platforms[Read More…]
