Mahindra will equip a certain range of its electric platform INGLO with electric components of Volkswagen´s MEB and unified cells. Both companies continue to explore further potential opportunities for collaboration in India in the field of e-mobility Volkswagen Group and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) have inked the inaugural supply agreement for components of Volkswagen’s MEB, tailored for Mahindra’s[Read More…]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reviewed the operation of the first indigenous alkaline electrolyser, a groundbreaking achievement for India. Developed collaboratively by BPCL and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), the prototype was showcased to the Prime Minister by G. Krishnakumar, C&MD of BPCL. Alkaline water electrolysis, the process through which hydrogen is produced from alkaline water via electrolysis, marks a[Read More…]
Nirmal K Minda, Chairman and Managing Director, of Uno Minda Group spoke upfront to Ashish Bhatia on the road ahead for component suppliers and the next tipping point on the horizon. Q. Is the post-pandemic recovery that accounted for a record turnover, sustainable going forward for the tier 1 suppliers like yourself? A. We faced tough times in the[Read More…]
Statiq’s Public Policy team has came up with a white paper on Skill Development in the Indian EV Sector. It has covered a vast amount of research in the automotive sector: employment potential, the importance of skill development, current initiatives in India, organisation and institute-level initiatives, and global context in skill development. This paper not only covers the importance of[Read More…]
BorgWarner is taking a holistic approach to emobility. Ashish Bhatia checks on the latest in creating a pull for its offerings. The recent BorgWarner developments are centred around emobility. These are fast-paced developments. From inaugurating new plants to bagging new orders to new acquisitions to the delivery of critical components, the company has also worked on building a robust infrastructure.[Read More…]
Continental Tires has commences manufacturing various new articles at its Modipuram plant for both the passenger and commercial vehicles segment. The move aligns with the company’s continuing localisation initiatives and supports the Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ program. Continental Tires India will be manufacturing 19-inch and 20-inch rim-size articles for premium sedans and SUVs. Further, the company introduces Digital Solutions,[Read More…]
Continental Tires continues to expand its retail presence in India, with three new image shops in Tamil Nadu. The CPD stores were inaugurated in the first week of August 2022 and are situated in Coimbatore, Tirupur, and Erode. With its various expansion initiatives, Continental has been increasing its retail footprint in India. With the three new CPD stores, Continental has[Read More…]
Mercedes Benz has announced an organisational change, Santosh Iyer has been elevated as the Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, w.e.f 1-Januray, 2023. He is currently associated with Mercedes-Benz India as the VP-Sales and Marketing. Santosh succeeds Martin Schwenk, who will take up new responsibilities as the President & CEO, Mercedes-Benz Thailand, from 1-January, 2023. Martin Schwenk joined Mercedes-Benz India[Read More…]
Goodyear India has launched the Assurance ComfortTred range of tyres, an expansion of its Assurance portfolio specifically customised for luxury vehicles in the Indian market. Using ANX™ Technology, Assurance ComfortTred claims to delivers a quieter* driving experience on the road. Constructed with an extra noise and vibration canceling layer built with Goodyear’s advanced compound, the tyre is firmly insulated against[Read More…]
Uno Minda Limited (formerly known as Minda Industries Limited), a supplier of automotive solutions and systems to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) is investing around INR 300 Crores in expanding its manufacturing capacity of 4W Alloy Wheels and 4W Automotive switches to meet rising demand. Minda Kosei Aluminum Wheel Private Limited, one of the key subsidiary of Uno Minda Limited, will[Read More…]
