As supply chains move from efficiency-led models to resilience-led ecosystems, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles is using India’s manufacturing, engineering and supplier capabilities to support both domestic requirements and a growing global mandate. The DICV shift is strategic and driving the industry at large, writes Ashish Bhatia. Every truck carries within it a chain of decisions spanning engineering, sourcing, supplier capability,[Read More…]
Ashok Leyland is investing in electrification, battery localisation and hydrogen powertrains to drive a green portfolio expansion, writes Richa Tyagi. Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group, reported record first-quarter (Q1-FY27) standalone revenue and profitability for the current fiscal year, underpinned by robust domestic demand across its Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (M&HCV) and Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV)[Read More…]
CEAT’s Ambernath facility is evolving from an agriculture-focused plant into a broader export-oriented OHT manufacturing hub, with capacity set to rise from 105 to 160 tonnes per day, writes Upendra Kasbekar. When CEAT established its dedicated Ambernath manufacturing facility in 2018, the focus was largely on agricultural radial tyres. Since then, the plant has expanded into forestry, Very High Flexion[Read More…]
Largest Single Order by a Private Bus Operator; Strengthens Premium Intercity Travel Network Bengaluru, September 4, 2026: Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL) has placed an order for 150 Volvo 9600 luxury sleeper coaches with Volvo Buses India, marking the largest single order placed by a private bus operator with Volvo Buses. The landmark order was formally commemorated at a key[Read More…]
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