The growth potential of the aftermarket segment is undisputed. Prateek Pardeshi gets in touch with the community to understand the grass root challenges. The aftermarket segment has continued its upward trajectory. Valued at an estimated Rs.42,007 crore, the segment registered an eight per cent growth. The fiscal (FY23) gone by has given the stakeholders of the organised industry good momentum[Read More…]
The 16th Edition of Auto Expo 2023 – The Components Show marked the biennial exhibition’s return. Ashish Bhatia found the supplier exhibits a testimony to OEMs having capable partners to see through their zero-emissions strategy. Pragati Maidan in Delhi was back to its glorious best after a three-year Covid-19-induced hiatus. The exhibition centre was back to halls full of automotive[Read More…]
Bridgestone India has created a world record by using 565 tyres to make the company’s logo for the “Largest Tyre Image-Logo” title. Over 300 employees participated in the event, which was certified by Guinness World Records Adjudicators. The record was awarded to Bridgestone India for using the most tyres to create an image or logo. The achievement reflects[Read More…]
Leading tyre manufacturer Apollo Tyres has introduced the Vredestein Pinza All Terrain (AT) tyres in India, specifically designed for premium SUVs from top brands such as Jeep, JLR, Mercedes, Toyota and Volvo. The Vredestein Pinza AT tyres provides an all-weather grip, excellent stability, and a quieter ride. The tyres are produced at Apollo Tyres’ facilities in Vadodara and Andhra Pradesh[Read More…]
Bridgestone Partners with Lamborghini to Develop World-First Supercar Run-Flat All-Terrain Tyre for the Huracán Sterrato. The new Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 tyre is specifically designed to provide Huracán Sterrato drivers with maximum driving pleasure, versatility, and adaptability for any conditions and surfaces, both on-road and off-road. The custom-engineered Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 is the world’s first-ever supercar all-terrain tyre featuring[Read More…]
Bridgestone India, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, today announced that its Managing Director, Mr Parag Satpute, will be assuming a new global role in Bridgestone’s Solutions Business and will be stationed at Amsterdam, Netherlands. He will relinquish his current charge on 1st January 2023. He is succeeded by Stefano Sanchini who will assume Parag’s role at[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…]
Bridgestone India has launched the Sturdo range of tyres for the passenger vehicle segment. According to the company, this new range of tyres has a special tread compound that extends tyre life by up to 29 per cent over its current offerings while also improving the ride quality on uneven roads. The tyres are available in 27 sizes ranging from[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…]
Press Release CEAT Ltd., a leading tyre manufacturer in India launched EnergyRide EV, India’s first EV range of tyres specially designed for electric two-wheelers. The characteristics and performance of the internal combustion engine-powered scooters and electric scooters are vastly different, hence there is a need for a different set of tyres for EV scooters. EnergyRide EV is designed to maximize[Read More…]
