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Editorial.............................................................................................................................. 8 Budget reaction. ................................................................................................. 10 Cover story BharatBenz all set to revolutionise Indian trucking. .......................................................... 14 Vehicle zone Mercedes-Benz forays into Indian city-bus segment with City Bus................................ 26 Tata takes Divo and Starbus Ultra to other markets......................................................... 34 Growing demand boosts DOST sales.............................................................................. 38 Eicher trucks and buses sales up 13% ........................................................................... 40 SRM keen to further expand vehicle fleet........................................................................ 42 Shriram Automall, a pioneer in vehicle auctioning. ........................................................... 44 Component zone TVS acquires another UK firm, Universal Components................................................... 50 Meritor Fleet Meet a phenomenal success .................................................................. 52 AMW Auto Components bags big order from Volkswagen Brazil. .................................... 56 Weber-Hydraulik targets major orders from Indian OEMs. ............................................... 58 Bosch Ltd. registers 20% growth in sales and income..................................................... 60 Benecke-Kaliko opens engineering and sales office in Pune. .......................................... 62 Schaefflers customized innovations for energy-efficient automobiles............................. 64 Knorr-Bremse Group registers 49% growth in CV division sales..................................... 66 Tyres CEAT will emerge most profitable tyre company: Anant Goenka..................................... 68 Lubes & Fuels ACDelcos new-look labelling for lubricants, coolants ..................................................... 70 IndianOil signs annual MoU with Government................................................................. 71
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Editorial
Boost to bus transport
Rising crude prices and the resultant hike in fuel rates, fears of possible fossil fuel shortage sooner than later, and the environmental degradation caused by vehicular emission are among factors behind the universal drive to reduce to the extent possible the number of vehicles plying on roads. Considering the unprecedented growth in production of vehicles of all categories, it is just not possible to contain road traffic in order to ensure quicker and safer mobility. In this regard one single area that attracts attention most is R. Natarajan, Managing Editor & Publisher bus transport with its offer to carry more passengers and thus help ease traffic congestion on city roads. The other plausible solution lies in individual vehicle owners switching to sharing of vehicles for daily commuting. In view of the rapidly increasing use of personal cars and other modes of transport, it may not be easy to achieve greater reliance on bus transport. The inadequate road infrastructural facilities and poor traffic management in towns and cities add to the woes of bus transport undertakings. Neither is the proposal to dedicate separate lanes for buses on city roads as suggested for Delhi, the worst traffic-congested city in the country, would be acceptable to the users of other vehicles like cars, trucks and two- and three-wheelers, as also non-motorised vehicles, jostling for space. Besides, the growing traffic and the speeding over-crowded vehicles cause more road accidents and loss of lives and property. Industry experts feel that despite challenges faced in traffic management, with growing urbanisation leading to a steady flow of migrants from rural areas and smaller towns to cities, public transport must be given top priority to avoid further deterioration in air quality, traffic congestion and noise pollution. Majority of bus passengers in the country cant afford the cost of bus travel in India where it is the lowest as compared to other developing countries. Hence the need to lower it further though it would mean reduced revenue for transport undertakings. Private finance and private sector participation for improving road infrastructure is most appropriate in the changing scenario. Of course, the experts group on urban transport has suggested an investment of over Rs. 50,000 crores to expand bus transport in the 12th Plan period. Efforts are also on to improve facilities through electronic ticketing and easier movement of pedestrians to facilitate a smoother traffic flow. With all this, how the bus segment will rise to the occasion and meet the future traffic needs will be watched with both interest and concern.
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budget reaction
ACMA welcomes thrust on manufacturing sector

The setting up of the Rs. 5,000-crore India Opportunity Venture Fund will enable the MSME sector to have access to the much-needed capital.
expenditure on R&D has been extended for another 5 years, which will motivate the industry to focus on innovations and new product development. Further, shortage of skilled manpower has been an issue of significant concern to the industry; the introduction of weighted deduction of 150% on expenditure on skill development
Mr. Vinnie Mehta, ACMA Executive Director
of employees will help in mitigating the concern, Mr. Mehta said. However, he said enhancement of excise duty would adversely impact the prices of vehicles and, in turn, their consumption. This is of concern to the auto component sector as it grows in tandem with the vehicle industry. Further, increase in customs duty on the flat-rolled steel from 5 per cent to 7.5 per cent could unfavourably impact the sector as this is one of the key input materials for the industry. w
ACMA has welcomed the thrust given in the Union Budget on the manufacturing sector, especially MSMEs. It has also expressed satisfaction at the thrust on infrastructure development, upliftment of the rural economy and significant outlay for promotion of the social sector, including education, skill development and healthcare. Complimenting the Finance Minister, Mr. Pranab Mukherjee, Mr. Vinnie Mehta, ACMA Executive Director, said he has outlined
concrete steps towards implementation of the Direct Tax Code (DTC) and GST. MSMEs constitute over 70 per cent of ACMAs membership, and access to capital has been one of the major constraints for the sector. The setting up of the Rs. 5,000-crore India Opportunity Venture Fund will enable the sector to have access to the muchneeded capital. We are also glad that the weighted deduction of 200% on
budget reaction
A bid for balanced approach

Mr. Akash Passey, Senior Vice President - Business Region International, and Chairman of the Board of Volvo Buses in India, has said that the Budget 2012-13 seems to have tried to achieve a balanced approach keeping in mind both economic and political imperatives. On the positive side, the proposals for increase in infrastructure spend will give impetus to PPP models. Commercial transport and public transport should derive benefits with these steps. However, the proposal to levy excise duty on the chassis at an ad valorem of three per cent against the
Akash Passey
current flat rate of INR 10,000 will have its adverse impact on buses. And, of course, there is an overall increase in excise duty. While we understand the reasons for the need to collect additional revenues, we would have liked the authorities to see public transport as a tool to make cities more sustainable, reduce fuel consumption and emissions and alleviate congestion and stress on the limited infrastructure. As a result, one would expect to see more incentives in this sector instead, he added. w
Mr. Akash Passey, Senior Vice President - Business Region International, and Chairman of the Board of Volvo Buses in India
Road transport sector ignored

Mr. Bal Malkit Singh, President, All India Motor Transport Congress (AIMTC), feels that the Budget for 2012-13 has sent a wave of disappointment as there is nothing to benefit the road transport sector which incidentally is the highest tax payer to the exchequer and the second highest employment generator. Over the years this sector is callously ignored. But when it comes to generation of revenue this sector is squeezed to the extent possible. Multiple taxation, multiple laws and rampant corruption mar the growth of this sector. Moreover, the Ministry too is more engrossed in road development rather than considering the basic issues related to it. According to him, the Budget has
AIMTC President
failed to address challenges like inflation but put additional burden by enhancing excise duty and levying of service tax. The increase in the cess on crude oil to Rs. 4,500 per tonne from Rs. 2,500 would lead to escalation of diesel prices, which is the highest input cost of the trucking industry. An increase in excise duty means an increase in the prices of trucks. Body building of commercial vehicles has now got an ad valorem duty of 3% instead of a specific duty of Rs. 10,000 which is likely to be an additional burden on truck makers. The transport industry has been seeking an industry status, among other things, but the proposals made are being conveniently ignored by
Mr. Bal Malkit Singh, President, AIMTC
the Government. There are absolutely no measures taken to float easy financing schemes and for streamlining policies for facilitating smooth functioning of the industry as well as taming corruption, Mr. Singh added. w
BharatBenz premiere (cover story)
Only when one innovates can one excel, change the existing paradigms and make things truly better for people. This truism has led to the creation of products and a brand dedicated to India BharatBenz from Daimler, the world leader in trucking.
BharatBenz aims to provide customers with a revolutionary trucking experience giving them the power to be more competitive, to make their business more productive and realise greater profits than ever before,
encapsulated in the brands tagline, Power Ahead. Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (DICV), the Indian subsidiary of the worlds leading truck manufacturer Daimler AG,
unveiled BharatBenz, the new range of branded trucks, at a special premiere spanning six days at the Hyderabad International Convention Center. Media representatives, company customers, dealers
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We are an Indian company now and we want to be seen as very competitive in terms of the complete package of product, service, network and finance. Mr. Marc Llistosella
and suppliers attended the curtain-raiser. On the occasion, Mr. Marc Llistosella, CEO and Managing Director of DICV, said: Today is a proud moment for all of us at Daimler as we present the outcome of our hard work over the last few years the first range of BharatBenz trucks. BharatBenz, as a brand, stands for our commitment to India. It is the first time ever that Daimler has dedicated a brand entirely to one market. Also, with an overall investment of Rs. 4,400 crores, it is one of the biggest greenfield investments outside Europe Daimler has ever made. DICV plans to embark on a spree of launches in the next two years when its entire range of vehicles would hit the roads. The company will start its market launch in the third quarter of 2012 with the introduction of three models, followed by the launch of the entire product portfolio, consisting of 17 models, over the next 20 months. Daimler took the first steps in its Indian venture six years ago, and after years of market study and research, the vehicles are ready to roll. Commenting on DICVs Indian strategy, Mr. Llistosella said: We understood that the Indian market needed a totally different approach. India is a different challenge and a big opportunity. We started with speaking to people who know the market, interviewing and listening to customers. The beginning was to learn, to listen and to understand. Our commitment to India is not for just five to ten years. We are an Indian company now and we want to be seen as very competitive in terms of the complete package of product, service, network and finance. The company is highly optimistic that its BharatBenz range of trucks, built after extensive market study, would fit perfectly into dif-
Mr. Marc Llistosella, CEO and Managing Director, DICV

From left, Mr. V.R.V. Sriprasad, Vice President Marketing, Sales and After Sales, Mr. Marc Llistosella, and Mr. Aydogan Cakmaz, Vice President, Product Engineering, DICV
ferent segments in the Indian market. The BharatBenz range includes light duty trucks (LDTs) and heavy duty trucks (HDTs) in the 9, 12, 25, 31 and 49 tonnes category, featuring variants and applications. The LDT, based on the Fuso Canter platform, features a four-cylinder engine in two variants of 100 kw (140 hp) and 125 kw (175 hp). It is available as 9-tonne Rigid, as well as 12-tonne (Rigid or Construction). As an industry first in the LDT segment, BharatBenz offers anti-roll bars for added stability, as well as comfort features like A/C option and a tuned suspension system for best ride comfort. The HDT, based on the MercedesBenz Axor platform, features a sixcylinder engine in two variants of 170 kw (231 hp) and 205 kw (279 hp). It is available as 25-tonne (Rig18 MOTORINDIA l April 2012
id or Construction), 31-tonne (Rigid or Construction) and 49-tonne tractor-trailer. The rigid truck, as an industry first, has intra-axle differential lock as a standard fitment and balancer type rear suspensions that gives more traction on loose ground. Also unique is the fact that enginedriven applications, like Mixers, can directly be powered from the truck engine, without having to add a separate engine for the application. Mr. Aydogan Cakmaz, Vice
We have literally taken every part (of our existing plateforms), re-developed and re-designed it for Indian conditions like overloading, rugged terrain and poor roads. Mr. Aydogan Cakmaz
President, Product Engineering, commented: Our trucks are based on two of the most successful platforms proven across the globe, the Fuso Canter and the Mercedes-Benz Axor. However, we have literally taken every part, re-developed and re-designed it for Indian conditions like overloading, rugged terrain and poor roads. This re-engineering has been the key for the development of a new generation of products, which are 85% localized right from the beginning, to perfectly fit to the Indian customers requirements. The trucks have been benchmarked and tested for over 4.5 million km on DICVs specially designed test track in its Chennai facility. All the critical components such as axles and suspensions have been thoroughly tested on road and also in laboratory conditions. The

company has the most innovative quality lab in south-east Asia with world class equipment, which is another benchmark. When the products are delivered, they are 100 per cent tested and reliable, and the company is confident that its trucks are built with German quality at Indian cost. The trucks will be sold and serviced over a pan-India network of 70 dealerships in the first phase, which will be extended to more than 100 by 2014. Mr. V.R.V. Sriprasad, Vice President, Marketing & Sales, After-sales, said: We believe that our trucks will contribute to our customers success. This is why we have priced them competitively in the volume segment. Importantly, we have focused on offering valuefor-money features, which includes significant fuel efficiency, best-inclass reliability with parts engineered for long lifespan and longer service intervals, which will reduce the operational cost and keep the trucks running. He added: Partnership is the core value of BharatBenz. Our trained sales force consults our customers rather than merely sell the product, and they will stay as their point of
We have focused on offering value-for-money features, which includes significant fuel efficiency, best-in-class reliability with parts engineered for long lifespan and longer service intervals, which will reduce the operational cost and keep the trucks running. Mr. V.R.V. Sriprasad
contact over the whole lifecycle of the vehicle. This partnership approach also counts for our 24/7 service, that will feature roadside service for best service reach, interactive vehicle diagnostics and short turnaround times. Backed by the financial power and expertise of Daimlers financial arm, Daimler Financial Services, customers will benefit from the captive financier under the name of
BharatBenz Financial. Indias first Branded Commercial Vehicle Insurance BharatBenz Insurance offers financing solutions, insurance, service contracts and cashless facility including zero depreciation and full maintenance contracts. This integrated approach will offer our customers the benefits of products and financial services under one roof, making ownership a hassle-free experience, Mr. Sriprasad disclosed.

BharatBenz also has tied up with three leading Indian banks HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Sundaram Finance which will offer tailored financing to its customers. The company is also focused on driver training which is an inevitable aspect considering the Indian scenario. It plans to set up regional driver training centres across the country to improve the standard of the people who spend maximum time with the trucks. Drivers are the backbone of the nation. Without them delivery of goods is not possible. But good drivers are fewer in number. We will have regional offices with driver training centres where extensive training will be given, said Mr. Llistosella. The Indian truck segment has witnessed the entry of global giants in recent years. However, DICVs prime target is not to capture market share but to become the first choice of customers, and is positive that its comprehensive package for the Indian market would definitely provide customers with a whole new trucking experience through the BharatBenz revolution. w
BharatBenz 914 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Load body option Body Options : Rigid haulage truck : 9,600 kg : 100 kW (140 hp) : 6F with overdrive + 1R : 8.25X16 : 17 feet 19 feet 21 feet : High side deck load body Fixed side deck load body Drop side deck load body
BharatBenz 1214 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Load body option Body Options : Rigid haulage truck : 11,990 kg : 100 kW (140 hp) : 6F with overdrive + 1R : 8.25X20 : 14.6 feet 19 feet : High side deck load body Fixed side deck load body Drop side deck load body
BharatBenz 2523 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Tipper body option : 6X4 Tipper truck : 25,000 kg : 170 kW (230 hp) : 9F with crawler + 1R : 11x20 16 PR Crossply : 16 cu.m. Box
BharatBenz 3123 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Load body option Body Options : Rigid haulage truck : 31,000 kg : 170 kW (230 hp) : 6F with overdrive + 1R : 10R20-16PR : 24 feet 28 feet : High side deck load body Fixed side deck load body
BharatBenz 4928 Type GCW Engine Gear Box Tyres : 6X2 / 6X4 : 49,000 kg (with trailer) : 205 kW (280 hp) : 9F with crawler + 1R : 11Rx20 16 PR
BharatBenz 1217 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Tipper body option : 4X2 Tipper truck : 13,000 kg : 125 kw ( 170 hp) : 6F with overdrive + 1R : 8.25x20 16 PR Crossply : 6.5 cu.m. Box
BharatBenz 2523 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Load body option Body Options : Rigid haulage truck : 25,000 kg : 170 kW (230 hp) : 6F with overdrive + 1R : 10R20-16PR : 24 feet 31 feet : High side deck load body Fixed side deck load body
BharatBenz 3128 Type GVW Engine Gear Box Tyres Tipper body option : 8X4 Tipper truck : 31,000 kg : 205 kW (280 hp) : 9F with crawler + 1R : 11x20 16 PR Crossply : 18 cu.m. Box
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Mercedes-Benz, one of the largest bus manufacturers in the world, has introduced its low-entry City Bus for the first time in the Indian market. After its successful entry into the Indian inter-city bus segment in 2008, the company has signalled its increasing intentions for the Indian market with its latest foray into the city bus segment.
Mercedes-Benz India also announced the inauguration of its City Bus manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune, with an annual production capacity of 900 units in two shifts. The decision to enter the city bus segment in India highlights the global leaders commitment to the Indian market. Speaking on the companys focus on the Indian market, Mr. Hartmut Schick, Head of Daimler Buses, observed: Our 2-axle and 3-axle buses have been very well received in the Indian market. Our foray into city buses will now enable more and more people to Travel with the Star. We will participate in the Indian market growth by expanding our bus business with a superiorquality low-entry city bus for the Indian market. The Mercedes-Benz City Bus we present today is hence key for Daimler Buses strategy for India. As the inventors of buses and one of the largest bus makers of the world, we are confident that our solutions will appeal to the
demanding Indian customers. The Indian bus market is the second largest in the world with 46,000 units sold in 2011. Despite the impressive figure, there is still a huge untapped market potential due to the growing Indian population and the continuously increasing need for transportation, mobility and innovation. When it comes to strengthening public transport, the city bus is the best concept to be applied. It is easy to integrate into running traffic, without the need for major infrastructure investment as in metro or railways, and it is very flexible in operation. These advantages perfectly correspond to the impressive dynamics which the Indian society undergoes across all sectors, added Mr. Schick. New head for Daimler Buses India The launch event also saw Mercedes-Benz appoint Mr. Markus Villinger as the Head of Daimler Buses India, another decision foregrounding the companys
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From left, Mr. Srinivas Chilukuri, General Manager - Buses (Sales & Marketing), Daimler Buses India, Mr. Maged Rasmy, Managing Director, MCV India, Mr. Markus Villinger, Head of Daimler Buses India, Mr. Hartmut Schick, Head of Daimler Buses, Mr. Peter Honegg, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India Pvt. Ltd., and Mr. Karim Ghabbour, MCV President, at the City Bus launch function
long-term plans for India. With rich experience in commercial vehicles business with Daimler, Mr. Villinger will take over the operations and will be responsible for the overall bus business in India. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Markus Villinger commented: India is a fascinating market and there is rising demand for robust, reliable and efficient city bus transportation. Our City Bus is designed to fulfil these requirements. The respect for brand Mercedes-Benz in India is legendary, and we shall try to deliver as per the expectation of our discerning customers and their passengers in India. My objective here is to ensure many enthusiastic and satisfied customers. I am extremely excited
to be part of this growth story and hope that together we can realize our ambition to make more people in India Travel with the Star. Mercedes-Benzs quality standards in product development are definitely benchmark and also reflect the global leaders prowess in bus manufacturing. The company has adopted its global quality standards for the Indian market as well. Before our product hits the market, a multi-stage development and testing process which based on interdisci-
The Mercedes-Benz City Bus we present today is hence key for Daimler Buses strategy for India. Mr. Hartmut Schick
plinary teamwork takes place. Every new product generation undergoes rough road testing, endurance testing along with overall performance testing and fine-tuning. For India, we have gone one step further by collecting feedback from operators and passengers alongwith trials in seven Indian cities under stringent operating conditions on regular routes and traffic, added Mr. Villinger. Captive body-building unit with MCV Mercedes-Benz has also integrated a captive body-building unit in partnership with MCV within its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chakan. Delighted over his companys successful partnership with MCV, Mr. Schick said:
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as one of the most capable in the world. We have introduced Indian sourced materials and components into our purchasing programme from day one of our operations. We are currently introducing robust personnel training programme to ensure that the incoming MCV India workforce rapidly develops and maintains the skills and techniques we consider necessary to meet the high level of quality that will be required by the even more demanding market here. We will not leave any stone unturned in support of our business partner Daimler Buses as will jointly strive to meet the current and future requirements of the bus operations in India. MCVs business operation is driven by strict computer-based control systems and procedures, essential to manage its annual production capacity of 6,000 units at the companys modern factory in Egypt. Further, as the company has progressed with the establishment of MCV India, the proven practices and processes used in its factory in Egypt have been reproduced in India. The principles of design and standard of quality applied by MCV follow the most stringent international standards, setting benchmarks of excellence in the markets we serve. Our design principles target a process of body and chassis integration which results in maximum strength with minimum weight, added Mr. Ghabbour. Power-packed performance Built with high quality components, the Mercedes-Benz City Bus is backed by stringent MercedesBenz quality, and at the same time it offers an unmatched economic package for the customers. In line with Mercedes-Benz Buses core values safety, quality and profitability we have selected the O500U 1826 LE chassis for the City Bus. The chassis is performing successfully in many countries across the world, including Brazil, South Africa and Australia, said Mr. Srinivas Chilukuri, General Manager - Buses (Sales & Marketing). The low-entry City Bus is powered by a proven and robust 7.2 litre, six-cylinder, OM 926 Diesel engine with 252 hp and 900 Nm torque which features a highly economical drive system using BlueTec diesel technology. It offers a wide choice
We will not leave any stone unturned in support of our business partner Daimler Buses as will jointly strive to meet the current and future requirements of the bus operations in India. Mr. Karim Ghabbour
As a leading body manufacturer in the Middle-East, MCV is one of Daimler Buses most important body-building partners worldwide. Thanks to our efficient cooperation, we are able to set up an integrated production concept of chassis and body here at the Pune plant which ensures the best quality for our customers. The long-term business relationship between MCV and Daimler Buses commenced in 1995. Since then MCV has constructed over 15,000 bus bodies on MercedesBenz chassis which are successfully operating in some of the most demanding territories in the world. Said Mr. Karim Ghabbour, MCV President: We are fully focussed on the complete integration of our business into the Indian manufacturing infrastructure. We consider the members of the Indian supply chain
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of optional equipment making it an ideal vehicle to address the growing public transport requirements. Commenting on the choice of automatic transmission, Mr. Srinivasan said: Keeping in view the frequent start-stop city operation in India and with positive customer feedbacks on automatic transmission, we have opted for the technically superior and latest Voith DIWA .5 transmission in our City Bus. The transmission has an in-built hydrodynamic retarder and provides advantages such as reduced driver fatigue by eliminating manual gear-shifts, improved driving efficiency, improved passenger comfort and improved life of aggregates due to optimum gearshift in city traffic. The state-of-the-art air suspension of the vehicle increases passenger comfort. The excellent stability and
ride comfort of the City Bus is enhanced by the Mercedes-Benz bustype air suspension which has been well received by users of the Mercedes-Benz coaches. The Mercedes-Benz City Bus has high fuel efficiency and is ahead of competing products with its efficient and powerful engine, an optimum weight factor, smartly developed aerodynamics and rolling resistance.
The extreme ease of maintenance translates into long maintenance interval and significantly reduces the downtime, which makes the Mercedes-Benz City Bus an ideal choice for operators. The City Bus fully complies with the bus body code, which aims at regulating the diverse Indian bus body building landscape to ensure high passenger and driver safe-
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Technical specifications
ty. With a base price of Rs. 9,000,000 (ex-factory Pune), it is the first bus to be certified with bus body code certification in India. Loaded with features The vehicle has a striking appearance imbibing fresh and contemporary design cue. The equally-appealing spacious interiors, combined with lowentry design, facilitate ease of entry and exit for passengers. The unique low-entry design, coupled with wheel chair ramp of the City Bus, ensures that passengers with restricted mobility can get on board without difficulty. The high comforting cushioning, multiple charging points, powerful air-conditioning and three destination boards add to the comfort and convenience of the passengers. The City Bus is also thoughtful about driver comfort and convenience, resulting in a safer drive. The drivers cabin is smart, ergonomic and safe with pneumatic seats. All the important switches are conveniently accessible on the panel. With the launch of the City Bus, it would be interesting to see the developments in the Indian city bus segment. As passengers demand better quality, safety and comfort in public transportation, the city bus segment is bound to witness strong growth in the coming years for which the new Mercedes-Benz City Bus comes as a welcome option for those who wish to Travel with the Star. w
Model Mercedes-Benz City Bus Model description 0500U 1826 LE Engine position Rear engine Bus category Low entry Engine & other major aggregates Engine model OM 926 LA Emission level BS IV Horse power 252 hp @ 2200 RPM Torque 900 Nm @ 1200-1600 RPM Cylinder 6 cylinders, vertical in-line, turbo charged and inter cooled Displacement 7200 cc Gearbox Automatic gearbox Retarder Inbuilt hydrodynamic retarder Brakes Disk brakes, dual circuit, full air system with ABS 280 litres steel tank Fuel tank Suspension front axle Air suspension, 2 air bellows, 2 telescopic shock absorbers Suspension rear axle Air suspension, 4 air bellows, 4 telescopic shock absorbers & stabilizer Kneeling facility Available Wheels Drop center wheel 8.25-22,5 and tyre 295/80R 22,5 PR16 Dimensions in mm (+/- 10 mm) Total length 12000 Width 2550 Interior width 2400 Overall height with AC 3130 Wheelbase 5950 Front overhang 2630 Rear overhan 3420 Floor height in front 350 Axle loads GVW: 16200 kg FAW: 6000 kg; RAW: 10200 kg Electrical system: Battery 2x12 Volt Batteries, 170 Ah Alternators 2x80 Ah Doors / emergency exits Passenger doors 1 in the front and 1 in the middle Type of doors In-swing (2-wing) - electro-pneumatic Door width 1200 mm (clear width 1100 mm) Driver door Standard Roof hatches 2 manually operated with emergency exit Sun blinders Manually operated Fire Extinguisher Behind driver (2 kg) & passenger area (2x2 kg) Windscreen / windows Front window screen One piece Wiper + washing system Pantographic type (for windscreen) Wiping water capacity 10 L Standard body fitments Destination boards 1 in the front of 1800 mm, 1 each in the rear & side of 900 mm Wheelchair ramp Mechanical ramp Air Conditioner Engine driven air conditioner Charging points 8 nos as standard Seats: No of seats 37 seats Driver seat Pneumatic with seat belt Seat layout Front facing as per CMVR Material: Interior Floor Covering Fire retardant high resistance vinyl with welded joints Bodywork painting Solid single colour paint
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Tata takes Divo and Starbus Ultra to other markets

Tata Motors is aggressively expanding the reach of its latest luxury long-distance inter-city travel bus Tata Divo, and the Tata Starbus Ultra, a modern and practical offering for commuting within the city.
Mr. Ravi Pisharody, President - Commercial Vehicles Business Unit, Tata Motors
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Mr. Ravi Pisharody, President - Commercial Vehicles Business Unit, Tata Motors, said: Tata Motors has always been at the forefront in revolutionizing passenger transportation in the commercial vehicle segment. By expanding the presence of the Tata Divo and the Tata Starbus Ultra to more markets the company will more comprehensively address the burgeoning need of public transportation. These two vehicles are sure to migrate the world of passenger transportation to a completely new level of class and technology coupled with comfort and convenience. The Tata Divo, the luxury AC coach, is meant for inter-city passenger transportation and tourist operations. Its body design comes from Hispano Carrocera of Spain, a fully-owned subsidiary of Tata Motors, providing a truly international standard ride to the long-distance traveller. The Tata Divo (BS III version) price range starts from Rs. 66 lakhs, ex-showroom Thane. The Tata Starbus Ultra opens up a whole new world of comfort and luxury for office-goers, hotel guests, tourists and school children. Meant primarily for intra-city transport, the luxury variant can also be used for inter-city travel. The Tata Starbus Ultra (BS III version) price range starts from Rs.15 lakhs, ex-showroom Thane. w
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Growing demand boosts DOST sales

More vehicle variants underway
Sales of Ashok Leylands first light commercial vehicle DOST recently crossed the 5,000-unit mark. Buoyed by its strong performance, the company has ramped up production of the brand at its Hosur plant. Since its launch in October 2011, the brand has received healthy orders from customers. The consistent ramp-up in production reflects the companys confidence in the performance of the vehicle which is faring well despite stiff competition in the segment.
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Ashok Leyland also offers readyto-use vehicles (RUVs) on the DOST platform for various applications such as ambulance, refrigerated containers, steel containers, aluminium fixed side decks and service-at-site vehicles. w Dr. V. Sumantran, Executive Vice-Chairman of Hinduja Automotive, and Chairman of Nissan Ashok Leyland Powertrain, said that the LCV has evoked good response with a 22 per cent of the LCV market share in Maharashtra, Gujarat and the four southern States where it was launched. Rajasthan is the next targeted market for the vehicle which has taken the overall Ashok Leyland LCV market share to 10 per cent at the national level.
The company is now looking at a compressed natural gas (CNG) version of the vehicle which is in line with its plans to bring out a variant once every six months. Also on cards is a passenger variant of the DOST.
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Eicher trucks and buses sales up 13%
Eicher branded trucks and buses recorded sales of 4,436 units in February 2012, registering a 13 per cent growth over the same month last year. The YTD 2012 sales stood at 8,144 units (7,440 units). The bus segment registered a 57 per cent growth. The February sales stood at 598 units (380 units). The YTD 2012 sales totalled 963 units as compared to YTD 2011
sales of 580 units, representing a 66 per cent growth. In the heavy duty segment, Eicher branded trucks recorded sales of 594 units in the domestic market. YTD Eicher HD sales were 1,173 units (1,155 units), registering a two per cent growth. On the export front, Eicher branded trucks and buses recorded sales of 250 units (253 units). w
AMW acquires 100% stake in FamilyCredit

AMW has announced the acquisition of a 100 per cent stake in FamilyCredit Ltd. from Socit Gnrale Consumer Finance. Based in Kolkata, FamilyCredit is a leading consumer finance company engaged in financing of two-wheelers and automobiles as well as distribution of insurance products to its client base. It has a clientele of over four lakh customers and is a preferred financier for leading two-wheeler and automobile manufacturers across the country. According to Mr. Anirudh Bhuwalka, Managing Director, Asia MotorWorks, the acquisition of FamilyCredit provides us a panIndia asset finance franchise; we are committed to build upon the FamilyCredit platform to expand into commercial vehicle financing. Commenting on the deal, Mr. Sandeep Soni, former Managing Director at Citigroup who led the transaction for AMW, said: The acquisition offers on opportunity for the group to enter the fast growing commercial vehicle financing business and other related asset classes by expanding the business franchise of FamilyCredit. w
Mr. Anirudh Bhuwalka, Managing Director, Asia MotorWorks

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SRM Transports is keen on expanding its operations throughout the country and aspires to become a top-notch service provider. The company is determined to become a one-stop travel and transport solution provider by offering a comprehensive range of services including car-carrier service, speed parcel service, omni bus and staff bus services, apart from regular bus services connecting major cities and towns. SRM Transports, promoted by the Chennai-based SRM Group, com42 MOTORINDIA l April 2012
menced its operations in 1999 and has since grown from strength to strength through its quality service to the travelling public of south India. The customers confidence is reflected in the fact that SRM currently has a fleet of more than 100 passenger buses, and the number is expected to grow steadily. Nearly one lakh passengers travel by SRM buses every month. The company has the unique distinction of introducing for the first time in India an exclusive bus terminal for its services with amenities
such as wash room, cloak room, and arrival and departure lounge for passengers. SRM is also exploring the prospects of extending its cargo and parcel services to a pan-India level. Mr. Ravi Pachamoothoo, a second generation educationalist who had directed the groups strategy for more than a decade, was appointed Chairman of the SRM Group in August 2011. He has been instrumental in SRM Transports making rapid progress. Mr. Vivek Sivaraman, educated in the US after having a
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Mr. Ravi Pachamoothoo, Chairman SRM Group
Mr. Vivek Sivaraman, CEO, SRM Transports
successful stint at FEMA, took over as CEO of SRM Transports in October 2011. The new duo at the helm is keen on implementing innovative business models and initiatives with the aim of bolstering the companys growth and has set a target of quadrupling the fleet within the next five years. Under their dynamic leadership, the dedicated workforce of the company is confident of making SRM the leading transport operator in India. SRM Transports vision is to of-
fer maximum passenger comfort by providing quality services of international standard. An interesting project in the pipeline is the setting up of motels with medical facilities and restrooms on all major routes, to ensure high quality service for passengers. A few more innovative passenger-focused facilities to be introduced in the coming months are privilege cards and mobile eticketing, which would make ticket booking and travel easier and more convenient for passengers. The company range of coaches covers 135 regular ones, eight Volvo single-axles, 38 Volvo multi-axles and 30 sleepers. In addition to the coaches there are 37 car-carriers, 20 tippers, 12 bulkers, 24 transit mixers, 20 Mazda vans, 16 LMVs and eight parcel service vehicles. The University bus fleet is 102 strong. With active men heading its operations, an enthusiastic workforce driven by passion for success and, most importantly, with new customer-based initiatives, SRM Transports has set its sights high to become a dominant force in the segment. w
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Shriram Automall, a pioneer in vehicle auctioning

Despite the mammoth usage of equipment and commercial vehicles in India, the market is highly unorganised. People are not aware of the global fleet management practices. In such a scenario, the Shriram Group realized that, considering its expertise in this segment, its imperative that a structured approach is initiated. This probably prompted Shriram Transport Finance Company (STFC) to diversify and become an auctioneer for industrial equipment. It thus launched another venture, Shriram Automall India Ltd. (SAMIL). The idea was to create a transparent platform where fair practices are adopted, and the result is more than heartening. SAMIL which started its operations in 2011 has pioneered the concept of Automall, which is a platform for buying and selling preowned industrial equipment through organised and transparent auctions. Headquartered in Delhi, SAMIL has launched full-fledged Automalls
Mr. Sameer Malhotra, SAMIL CEO
We have been spearheading the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles and equipment. Through our Automalls, we have given the buyers and the sellers a unique platform where they can conduct transactions with absolute transparency. Mr. Sameer Malhotra
at locations like Chennai, Baroda, Mumbai, Manesar, Aurangabad, Pathankot and Cuttack. All these Automalls are strategically located on important highways and spread over 3-5 acres. With secure stockyards, convenient parking facilities and full-fledged service stations to refurbish old vehicles, they also offer finance and insurance facilities to their customers. The customers can not only take a look at a wide array of equipment and vehicles but also test, inspect and bid for the same. The customer with the highest bid takes away the vehicle.
Besides Automalls, the company is also running more than 100 vehicle and equipment yards spread across 60 cities in the country. We have been spearheading the buying and selling of pre-owned vehicles and equipment. Through our Automalls, we have given the buyers and the sellers a unique platform where they can conduct transactions with absolute transparency. Our customers not only take a look at the wide array of equipment and vehicles but also test, inspect and bid for the same. By the end of this year we envisage 60 Automalls across the nation, said the SAMIL CEO, Mr.
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selling the same. New Look service stations are present in almost all the yards and the services offered by them have benefited the community in an exotic manner. Said Mr. Sameer Malhotra, CEO, Shriram Automall India Ltd.: Although, educating the public is really a challenge as this concept is new to the Indian market, we feel that its absolutely essential that buyers and sellers of vehicles and equipment are made aware of a platform that takes care of all their needs. We have pioneered this concept, and there is no other company in the country with such holistic auction solutions. I can proudly say that we were the first ones to take cognizance of the needs of buyers and sellers. In fact, we came to the customer rather than the customer coming to us. To be honest, Shriram Automall has no competition whatsoever. w
Sameer Malhotra. The present product range in the auctions covers four categories: Commercial, Transport, Construction and Agri. It is expected that the Auto category will also be added to the product range soon. The customer base encompasses vehicles and equipment manufacturers, dealers, banks, finance companies and end users. More than 100 auctions are conducted in a month pan India. Additionally the online facility offered by SAMIL is one of the most unique mediums to connect with the buyer. Although a lot of consumers do not hesitate to travel long distances to attend the auctions at Shriram Automalls, those bidders who cant make it to the auction site can easily participate through their online portal www.samil.in/bids. Through the online facility, a bidder can actively participate in the auctions without much fuss. The online tools are very user-friendly and enable a customer to take informed buying or selling decisions. Another facility offered in Shr46 MOTORINDIA l April 2012
iram Automall is the Shriram onestop, a computerized touch screen kiosk, which is akin to a virtual vehicle bazaar. It provides real time information about all the vehicles available for sale, which is called Intranet selling. Besides, SAMILs refurbishment unit New Look offers the facility of refurbishing vehicles and
The total monthly transactions with all these different modes are approximately 10,000 machines/vehicles.
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Vehicle production grows by 15%

The cumulative vehicle production data for April-February 2012 shows overall output growth of 14.56 per cent over the same period last year. Production in February 2012 registered growth of 14.62 per cent as compared to February 2011, according to the figures released by SIAM.
The overall sales growth rate recorded for April-February 2012 was 12.46 per cent. In February 2012, domestic sales registered growth at 12.07 per cent as compared to February 2011. Passenger vehicles recovered marginally at 2.95 per cent during April-February over the same period last year. In February, passenger cars, vans and utility vehicles recorded growth of 13.12 per cent, 25.34 per cent and 30.04 per cent respectively, and growth in overall passenger vehicles was 16.07 per cent in February 2012. The overall commercial vehicles segment registered growth of 18.63 per cent during April-February 2012 as compared to the same period last year. While medium & heavy commercial vehicles (M&HCVs) registered growth of 9.23 per cent, light commercial vehicles grew at 26.85 per cent. However, in February 2012 over February 2011, the growth in sales of the overall CV segment was 18.70 per cent. Three-wheelers sales recorded further de-growth of (-) 1.78 per cent in April-February 2012. While passenger carriers registered decline of (-) 4.12 per cent during April-February 2012, goods carriers registered growth of 8.32 per cent.
While medium & heavy commercial vehicles (M&HCVs) registered growth of 9.23 per cent, light commercial vehicles grew at 26.85 per cent.
Two-wheelers registered a growth of 14.77 per cent during April-February 2012. Mopeds, motorcycles and scooters grew by 10.86 per cent, 13.12 per cent and 23.28 per cent respectively. The growth for two-wheelers in February was 11.96 per cent. Three-wheelers registered de-growth of (-) 13.58 per cent in the month of February. During April-February 2012, overall automobile exports registered a growth rate of 26.12 per cent. Passenger vehicles registered growth at 16.17 per cent in this period. Twowheeler, commercial vehicle and three-wheeler segments recorded growth of 26.86 per cent, 28.17 per cent and 37.05 per cent respectively during the period. In February 2012 as compared to February 2011, overall automobile exports registered a growth of only 5.70 per cent. w
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TVS acquires another UK firm, Universal Components

had been looking at possible acquisitions to increase its relevance to its stake holders and also acquire new capabilities. In this regard, TVS Europe Distribution Ltd., a special purpose vehicle created in the UK, has purchased 90 per cent of Universal Components UK Ltd.
The acquisition of Universal Components will help TVS develop its presence in the commercial and light commercial vehicles spare parts range in other Asian markets, except India, as well as help acquire best practices in dealing with its customers (small retailers).
Mr. R. Dinesh of TVS Group
The TVS Group has announced the acquisition of Universal Components UK Ltd., Britains leading independent wholesale distributor of commercial vehicle parts and accessories. This is the second acquisition by the TVS Group in the UK after its successful buyout of Multipart Holdings in 2009. With these two acquisitions, the TVS Group turnover would cross INR 1,000 crores in the UK and would employ nearly 500 persons. The TVS Group had already made acquisitions in the UK through TVS Logistics Services Ltd. in 2009 to acquire the capability in the logistics business. Post that acquisition, the distribution and services business
Mr. David Kernahan, Managing Director, Universal Components
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Mr. R. Dinesh being complimented by Mr. James Bevan for his companys new acquisition. Others from left are Mr. S. Ravichandran, Executive Director, TVS Logistics Services Ltd., Mr. David Kernahan, Mr. Mike Nithavrianakis, British Deputy High Commissioner, Chennai and Mr. Richard Slee, TVS Europe CEO
The acquisition will further improve TVS forecast and planning capabilities and deploy state-of-theart IT systems in India and other countries like Sri Lanka and Bangladesh where the distribution of spare parts is currently undertaken. Universal Components, headquartered in Sheffield, has 420 customers in the UK who are serviced through 650 distribution outlets. It sells parts worth approximately INR 200 crores and employs around 100 people selling both manufacturerbranded parts and its own range of UC branded parts. It currently has in excess of 12,000 part numbers and plans to double this number in the next three to five years. Announcing the British firm acquisition at a press conference in Chennai, Mr. R. Dinesh of the TVS Group, said: This acquisition will give increased scale and size to strengthen our relationship further
with global suppliers, which will benefit both Universal Components and TVS. We will utilize Universal Components marketing expertise and best practices in our businesses in India and other Asian markets. It would also help us to have wider coverage of parts to distribute in the aftermarket. Said Mr. Richard Slee, TVS Europe CEO: With Multipart (now renamed as TVS Supply Chain Solutions), we will be able to provide significant benefits to Universal Components on the supply chain and backend logistics. It will also help the company to become the
Together we can continue our growth pattern and become a larger player in the international and domestic CV sector. Mr. David Kernahan
market leader and grow its already close relationship with its customers. David Kernahan, Managing Director of Universal Components, observed: We are delighted to be under TVS ownership. Together we can continue our growth pattern and become a larger player in the international and domestic CV sector. We look forward to TVS helping Universal Components further increase its range of supplier relationships and also bring in low-cost country sourcing. With this deal, Universal can leverage the sourcing strength of TVS for accelerated growth; while TVS compliments the sourcing efforts of Universal Components not only in the trailer range but also in the commercial vehicle range, which is one of the growth drivers identified by Universal Components in the UK and other parts of Europe. w
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Meritor Fleet Meet

a phenomenal success
Meritor HVS (India) Ltd. (MHVSIL) recently invited the fleet owners and other stakeholders from the trucking industry in and around Namakkal for the companys first-ever road show in India to showcase its two-speed axle. The two-speed axle is also Indias first-ever green axle as it contributes towards a greener India with frugal diesel consumption and reduces pollution. The other Meritor products, including trailer axles, aftermarket parts and drive axles, were also on display at the event. Representatives of various associations, including the Lorry Owners Association, LPG & Tanker Owners Association and the Trailer Owners Association, attended the two-day event and discussed the advantages of the two-speed axle. The meet witnessed a turnout of over 1,100 people consisting of association members, fleet owners and mechanics. The company has consistently been introducing many new products for the Indian market. With road conditions being improved, vehicle power on the rise and new technolo-
Meritor was able to get valuable feedback from the event and is keen on incorporating it into its business plan.
Mr. Raghunathan, VP and Executive Director, MHVSIL
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gies being offered by manufacturers, the company is keen on providing unique solutions to customers in the powertrain segment. In axle manufacturing, Meritor is globally-renowned and is a preferred choice, especially for higherpowered trucks. Meritor has impressive market share figures across the globe, thanks to its material quality, heat treatment speciality and over 100 years of research which only continues to get better with time, said Mr. Raghunathan, VP and Executive Director, MHVSIL. Meritor Automotive Axles is the first to successfully develop the twospeed axle which has been tested by leading vehicle manufacturers, including Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, MNAL and Eicher who are very happy with its performance. changed with the vehicle in motion, eliminating the need for frequent stops. There is an extra initial investment which goes into the purchase of a vehicle fitted with the two-speed axle, but the various advantages of the axle are certain to compensate for the additional investment within six to eight months. Retro-fit of the axle is also possible. In South America, 98 per cent of the vehicles are fitted with the twospeed axle, that too in multi-axle configuration. The axle is preferred for 6x2 trucks, 8x2 trucks, 4x2 tractor and other tanker applications in the continent where it is performing well since 15 years. A major advantage of the green axle is improved fuel economy as it is capable of delivering 6 to 12 per cent better fuel
The axle has been completely localised to suit the Indian market and is made at the company plant in Mysore.
With the hub and spoke model being the order of the day, most vehicles are loaded in one direction and are unloaded during return. This calls for different engine power in both directions. Also, diesel consumption and the travel time are different for both directions. The two-speed axle provides a deeper ratio in demanding road conditions and when the vehicle is loaded. In good road condition and when the vehicle is lighter in weight, the speed ratio facilitates a faster drive. The gear ratio could be
The green axle with a cut section to demonstrate gear mechanism

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A jubliant Meritor team after the successful Fleet Meet
efficiency. It also offers traction on demand using the deeper ratio mode while moving uphill. The other advantages of the axle are better gradeability and 20 per cent faster turn-out time resulting in more possible trips for operators. The localised axle has been under testing for two years and has run 1,50,000 km without any reported problem. The Meritor aftermarket network is growing strong with an increasing dealer count throughout India. All parts of the axle are made locally and there is ready availability of spares across the country. Meritor has a central warehouse in Pune with a 45-day inventory to offer pan-India service to its customers. Meritor has also taken efforts to obtain feedback in the form of an official certificate from major fleet operators including VRL Logistics, Friendly Logistics and Ravindra
Transport who have highlighted the benefits of using the two-speed axle.
The key impact factor inferred from the operators feedback is the minimum seven per cent reduction in cost owing to the use of the green axle.
The company is working dedicatedly to provide elaborate training for drivers which is an important aspect considering the new technology involved in the use of the two-speed axle. An interesting and well-thought of concept is the driver training video which has been prepared in seven different regional languages. The video presents a tutorial about the technical aspects of the two-speed axle and guides the drivers with the procedure of
changing the gear-ratio while on the run. A toll-free number would soon be available to provide onspot assistance for customers. The Meritor fleet meet in Namakkal was a massive success considering the response it received. The entire two-speed axle project team was enthusiastic about the companys first ever such event in the country and worked with a spring in their stride. It is encouraging to see such initiatives by a leading global company which are sure to improve awareness among fleet owners, mechanics and drivers about the technological growth in the industry. Such dedicated programmes would be instrumental in raising the benchmark in the commercial vehicle fraternity in the country and bridging the technological gap between the Indian market and other developed markets globally. w
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AMW Auto Components bags big order from Volkswagen Brazil

AMW Auto Components recently won a prestigious, multi-million dollar order from Volkswagen Brazil for the supply of wheel rims from 2013. The order was won despite stiff competition from global and local manufacturers. Having built up a wealth of technical expertise at its world class plant at Bhuj, the company has been able to grow its exports over the past few years. Last year, it won fresh orders from reputed global OEMs such as GM Brazil and Iveco Brazil. The company has its sharp focus on operational excellence and has invested heavily in world class technology. Both these factors have helped drive sales which are expected to reach two million units in the current fiscal. This number is expected to rise substantially to five million units next year based on confirmed orders. AMW Auto Components is part of the AMW Group, the third largest heavy commercial vehicle manufacturer in India. Its state-of-the-art plant at Bhuj is the largest single location manufacturer of wheel rims in India with a capacity of 15 million units. This includes 12 million passenger car wheels and an additional three million truck and tractor wheels.
The first Indian company to win an order directly from Volkswagen Brazil, it also produced a record 200,000 wheel rims during February 2012, its highestever monthly output since the start of commercial production in 2010.
The wheel rim manufacturing plant is equipped with comprehensive testing facilities and an ED coating paint line.
The company also offers services like design, simulation, production, validation and testing to its customers. The other facilities include a world class in-house tool making and design facility, including a DMG 5-axis milling centre. The company currently supplies wheels to major vehicle manufacturers like General Motors, Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, New Holland Tractors, Mahindra & Mahindra, TAFE and International Tractors, among others. In addition, it exports to some of the largest tyre and wheel distributors in Europe. w
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Weber Hydraulic targets major orders from Indian OEMs

Weber Hydraulik GmbH, is one of the leading International manufacturers offering sophisticated, patented and customer-specific solutions in the field of mobile hydraulics such as cabin tilt systems, steering and suspension systems, axle lift systems, hydro-pneumatic suspended axle.
With more than 1800 employees worldwide and US $ 345 million in revenues, headquartered in Gglingen, near Stuttgart in Germany, the company has been in the field of hydraulic solutions since 1939, catering to various applications like commercial vehicles, agricultural, off-highway, construction, material handling, solar technology, garage equipment, rescue and fire equipment. Weber-Hydraulik entered the Indian market in July 2010 with the establishment of Weber-Hydraulic India Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture between Weber-Hydraulik
GmbH and an Indian partner Mr. Hurssh Kalra, a Share Holder and Managing Director of Weber Hydraulic India Pvt. Ltd. Mr. Hurssh Kalra - Promoter, Kalra Overseas and Precision Engineering Ltd. (KOPL), a 100 per cent EOU, accredited with the ISO-TS 16949 certification and implementing VDA 6.3, is engaged in the manufacturing
Mr. Hurssh Kalra, Managing Director, Weber-Hydraulic India Pvt. Ltd.
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Ashok Leyland, Asia Motor Works, Daimler India, Foton, Mahindra Navistar, MAN and Tata Motors. In the first phase of investment, Weber Hydraulic India will cater to approximately 60,000 each, cylinders and pumps, 120,000 latches and has a plan to double its capacities by 2014-15. The initial capacities will also cater to the non-automotive sector to include cylinders, HPUs for the solar field applications. Expansion of the product portfolio for other mobile hydraulics applications is also planned in the near future. Having identified the pool of rich talent in India, Weber is considering setting up a technical center in the country to support the monumental growth of the modern commercial / utility vehicle markets and solar fields in India. Mr. Hurssh Kalra, Managing Director, said, We believe in focussing on one thing at a time and doing it right. With proven and tested technology, emphasis on localization and value engineering to meet product and price requirements, we are confident of being able to service the ever-demanding needs of our customers. w
With proven and tested technology, emphasis on localization and value engineering to meet product and price requirements, we are confident of being able to service the ever-demanding needs of our customers. Mr. Hurssh Kalra
and exporting of forged and precision machined components since the year 2000. KOPL markets its products to OEM and Tier 1 customers in Europe, USA, Asia Pacific and has been a successful supply partner of Weber-Hydraulik Group for some time. With more than US $ 4 million being invested in 2012, the green field facility of Weber Hydraulic India with a factory building of approximately 27,000 square feet area will be in operation by September 2012 in the well-known Shirwal industrial area near Pune. The factory will house state-ofthe-art manufacturing facilities to include robotic welding, painting, in-house product testing and validation in line with existing European plants of Weber Hydraulik and will be fully supported for R & D, prototyping, and pre-series by the European plants of the Weber-Hydraulik Group. To start with, Weber-Hydraulic India will supply domestic commercial vehicle manufacturers with cabin tilt systems, steering cylinders for their new generation trucks and is currently in series supplies, prototype development and in advanced stage of discussions with OEMs like
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Bosch Ltd. registers 20% growth in sales and income

Bosch Ltd. has registered net sales and income from operations of Rs. 8017.9 crores with a healthy growth of 19.7 per cent for the year ended December 31, 2011. Continuing the positive growth momentum from 2010, growth was upbeat in the first half of the year 2011. However, growth rates declined in the last two quarters on account of slowing economic growth due to tight liquidity, high interest rates, increase in fuel prices and overall adverse market sentiments. Profit before tax witnessed an impressive growth of 30.9 per cent over 2010 and stood at Rs. 1,574.0 crores. Profit after tax stood at Rs. 1,122.6 crores resulting in a growth of 30.7 per cent over the previous year. Announcing the companys financial results, Mr. V.K. Viswanathan, Managing Director, Bosch Ltd., said: Despite rising interest rates and fuel prices, we witnessed improved demand in certain sectors of the automotive industry such as tractors and light commercial vehicles. At Bosch, we have been successful in catering to the demands of these segments. With consistent growth in aftermarket and power tools businesses we have been able to register a robust growth of about 20 per cent in 2011. Commenting further on capital expenditure, Mr. Viswanathan added: We are confident of a slow but
cent. The Power Tools and Security Technology divisions continued on the growth path with a sales increase of 22 per cent and 18.4 per cent respectively over the previous year. The Packaging Technology Division grew by 40 per cent, albeit on a low base, due to higher export sales. Exports business overall grew impressively by 22.3 per cent to cross the Rs. 1,000-crore mark on the back of a strong demand from export markets in Germany, China, Brazil and Korea.
Mr. V.K. Viswanathan Managing Director, Bosch Ltd.
steady rebound in the economy leading to an improvement in the automotive sector. Bosch Ltd. is geared to capitalize on this opportunity and serve all market segments with innovative product offerings and solutions. We have invested nearly Rs. 660 crores in 2011 for capacity expansion and other activities in India. The introduction of new base line alternators for the export and inland OE segments enabled the starters and generators division to register a growth of 63.1 per cent in sales over 2010. Diesel Systems business grew by 19.2 per cent over 2010 mainly contributed by strong demand from the LCV and tractor segments despite subdued demand in the latter part of 2011. Automotive aftermarket business grew by a solid 15.2 per
In his concluding remarks, Mr. Viswanathan said that Bosch is strongly committed to India not only on the technology and manufacturing front but also in the areas of corporate social responsibility. It is engaged in a variety of CSR activities ranging from adoption of schools in remote areas, healthcare, environment protection & awareness, flood & earthquake relief and futuristic scientific research program with the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, among many others.
In view of the companys strong results, the Board of Directors has recommended a higher dividend of Rs. 50 per share as against Rs. 40 per share announced for 2010. This is over and above the one-time special dividend of Rs. 85 per share paid in June 2011. w
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Benecke-Kaliko opens engineering and sales office in Pune

Continentals portfolio in India widened
Dr. Dirk Lei, CEO of Benecke-Kaliko AG
Benecke-Kaliko AG, part of Continentals ContiTech division and among the market leaders in surface covering materials for automotive interiors globally, enters the Indian market by setting up an engineering and sales office in Pune. With the engineering and sales office in India, Benecke-Kaliko now has a direct access to Indian OEMs and intends to
support the growing demand for luxury interiors for the new generation of Indian customers, said Dr. Dirk Lei, CEO of Benecke-Kaliko AG. The new office will enable the company to work closely with the local OEMs and provide its strong global expertise starting from the early design phase of the project, overall development and successful
launch phase to best-in-class customer support during serial delivery. Benecke-Kaliko introduces its premium interior product offerings for instrument panels, door panels, pillar trims, floor consoles, seating systems and sun visors to the fast growing Indian automotive market. On the occasion, Mr. Chintan Kanakia, Country Manager India for
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The vehicles in India are experiencing a paradigm shift from the earlier steel interiors in the eighties to hard plastic interiors in the recent times and to soft interiors now and in the future. Dr. Dirk Lei
design and testing centers, best quality systems and highly experienced people, Benecke-Kaliko can add value to our Indian customers. Benecke-Kaliko is part of Continentals ContiTech division which has its presence in India for many years, operating two production plants and employing around 900 people. Benecke-Kaliko is headquartered in Germany and has a worldwide presence with state-of-art plants in Germany, China and Mexico, in addition to its sales and engineering offices in Europe, the US, Japan, Argentina and Brazil. With sales of Euro 30.5 billion in 2011, Continental is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide. As a supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis, instrumentation, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tyres and technical elastomers, Continental contributes to enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert partner in networked automobile communication and currently has approximately 164,000 employees in 46 countries. w
Benecke-Kaliko, said: BeneckeKaliko is also now here to support the customers to meet the growing demand for luxury interiors in India. The vehicles in India are experiencing a paradigm shift from the earlier steel interiors in the eighties to hard plastic interiors in the recent times and to soft interiors now and in the future. The end consumer is slowly becoming more matured in terms of requirement of more pleasant in-
teriors to have the feel good factor and the importance of fit - finish and genuine leather look to add to the luxury quotient. Claude dGama Rose, Country Head for Continental in India, observed: Once again, Continental proves its commitment to India by investing in this fast-growing market. With the backing of our stateof-art manufacturing set ups globally, world-class R&D, engineering,
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Schaefflers customized innovations for energy-efficient automobiles

With its motto efficient future mobility, Schaeffler presented at Auto Expo 2012 a number of innovative products for optimizing conventional drive trains with internal combustion engines. The highlight of the Schaeffler booth was the concept model Schaeffler Advanced Drive that showcased a range of advanced solutions for engines, transmissions and chassis.
India is expected to develop into one of the worlds largest automotive markets in the coming years, ranking with the US, China, Europe and Japan. In addition to Indias rising level of motorization, the growing importance of Indian companies at the global level is also playing a role in this development. Awareness
about environmentally-friendly and efficient technologies is also on the rise. This is all the more so with the growing need to check fuel costs. The price of gasoline is the highest in India, considering the low purchasing power of the people. Schaeffler offered diversified products to meet these requirements.
A large number of different systems for variable valve trains were on display at Schaeffler Advanced Drive. Growing demands in terms of energy efficiency are increasing the focus on modern valve train components, says Prof. Dr. Peter Pleus, Member of the Executive Board Engine Systems at Schaeffler.
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would bring out Indias requirements for customized conventional components. LuK has specially developed a new clutch for the large number of inexpensive, low-capacity motorcycles in India, in which components previously manufactured from diecast aluminum were replaced by formed sheet metal parts, explained Norbert Indlekofer, Schaefflers Member of the Executive Board Transmission Systems. In addition, Schaeffler presented an electronic clutch management system, a key component for automated manual transmissions, which, in turn, serves the cost-conscious Indian market as an alternative to the double clutch solutions in high demand in Europe. Automated manual transmissions are extremely attractive for India. They offer comfort and potential for optimizing fuel consumption. Automated manual transmissions are also suitable for use in combination with start-stop systems, he added. In addition to products for automobiles and motorcycles, interesting components include parts for commercial vehicles and agricultural machinery, said Wolfgang Dangel, Schaefflers Member of the Executive Board Automotive, who has gained extensive knowledge of the Indian market as Schaefflers CEO
Schaeffler assesses the prospects for the Indian market positively in the medium and long-term.
in Asia during the last five years. We are very well prepared and are planning further activities so that
The company solutions to the tasks posed by the increasing number of start-stop systems as well as clutch, transmission and chassis components were also a major attraction at the Delhi show. A look at clutches, traditionally a domain of Schaefflers LuK brand,
we not only share in growth, but also actively shape the market. We will continuously expand our activities in India accordingly. These include, for example, the expansion of our development capacities and construction of an additional location for manufacturing components in Savli (Gujarat). We will also expand our current location in Pune in the medium-term, explained Wolfgang Dangel. w
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Knorr-Bremse Group registers 49% growth in CV division sales

The Knorr-Bremse Group reported 14 per cent higher sales during 2011 at 4.24 billion EUR from the previous years 3.71 billion EUR. The group again benefited during the year from its strong global position in the rail vehicle systems and commercial vehicles sectors. At 2.19 billion EUR in sales, the Rail Vehicle Systems division contributed 51 per cent of the groups overall revenues; and the Commercial Vehicles division produced the remaining 49 per cent at 2.07 billion EUR. The Commercial Vehicles division benefited in particular from the sustained rejuvenation of the commercial vehicles market in Europe and North America. The founding of a joint venture for the manufacture of components for commercial braking systems and the power train in partnership with Chinas CAFF Automotive Braking & Steering Systems helped pave the way for a significant expansion of China-based activities in the commercial vehicle segment. Knorr-Bremses North American subsidiary Bendix added object recognition and data management for assist systems to its competencies through the acquisition of the Iteris company. The launch
of serial delivery of anti-lock braking systems for agricultural vehicles during this reporting year also helped Knorr-Bremse make its entry into a new business area.
In 2011, the Commercial Vehicle Systems division was voted the Best Brand in the Commercial Vehicle Sector in the brakes category for the sixth time running. The division was also singled out for a VDA Logistik Award based on its efficient production and logistics processes.
Incoming orders within the group rose slightly from the prior year based on rising demand in both divisions in the North American region to 4.07 billion EUR from 4.04 billion EUR a year ago. Net profits totalled 329 million EUR (previous year: 239 million EUR), corresponding to a ROI of 7.8 per cent (PY: 6.4 per cent). The growth reflects both improved economy of scale and in particular improved efficiency in workflow and process optimization.
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The consistent pursuit of the Knorr-Bremse philosophy of development and on-site production of product families for its customers, including in the emergent BRIC States, played a decisive role in the groups success. It also means that a large share of the workforce is located in low-wage countries, across all departments. The Group workforce grew by 11.1 per cent for the reporting year to 20,050 employees from 18,053
Due to the introduction of the Euro V emission standards, a drop in commercial vehicle production is anticipated. In Asia the Group is expecting growth in the Rail Vehicle division based primarily on strength from India. Commercial vehicle production will likely remain stable. Based on the trends on the regional markets and incoming orders from 2011, KnorrBremse is forecasting slightly improved earnings at the group level for 2012.
the previous year. The growth reflected the strong business results, especially in North America and Asia, as well as the first-time consolidation of new businesses. At the close of 2011, 52 per cent of employees across the group were employed in Europe, a further 23 per cent in America and another 25 per cent in Asia/Australia. The year-end head count showed 3,848 employees at Knorr-Bremses five German facilities in Munich, Aldersbach, Berlin, Dresden and Schwieberdingen, 19 per cent of the overall group workforce (PY: 3,431). An additional 3,184 employees, or 16 per cent of the total group workforce, were engaged in R&D and project planning during 2011. Sales for the subsidiaries in the Asia-Pacific region grew slightly in 2011 by four per cent to 1.08 billion EUR. The Rail Vehicle division solidified its strong sales growth from recent years, not only maintaining those high levels but improving them by a moder-
ate 2 per cent. On the heels of the large-scale projects in China in recent years, Knorr-Bremse strengthened its market position in Asia by expanding its business with air-conditioning systems, as well as orders to equip local public transit trains and the expansion of its service network. The Asian Commercial Vehicle division also saw positive development, raising revenues by 14 per cent. Outlook for 2012 The Group is forecasting moderate growth for 2012. In Europe the Group is anticipating unchanged market volume year-on-year for rail vehicles for passenger, freight and commercial hauling. A slight drop is expected on the European commercial vehicle market. In North America the Group is counting on further moderate recovery of the rail-based freight market and growth in commercial vehicle production. Mixed trends are anticipated for South America. The market for rail freight vehicles seems poised to improve slightly, while a drop in passenger rail traffic is expected. w
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CEAT will emerge most profitable tyre company: Anant Goenka

endeavor, to take CEAT to even greater heights. Mr. Anant Goenka said: I am honored to take charge from Mr. Chowdhary, who has led this company so astutely for the last decade. My aim would be to make CEAT amongst the most profitable tyre companies in India in the next 5 years by strengthening the CEAT brand and improving operational efficiencies. I would like CEAT to be at the leading edge of tyre technology by focusing on research and development of radial tyres & development of alternate materials. Mr. Anant Goenka is an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a B.Sc. in Economics from the Wharton School. Initially he was associated with CEAT Ltd. as Head of the Specialty Tyre Business. He has also worked with Hindustan Unilever, Accenture, Mumbai, and Morgan Stanley, Hong Kong. After completing his business degrees, he joined KEC International Ltd. as Vice President (Corporate) in July 2007 and was in charge of Telecom Business, Business Development in North America and Inte-
My aim would be to make CEAT amongst the most profitable tyre companies in India in the next 5 years by strengthening the CEAT brand and improving operational efficiencies. Mr. Anand Goenka
grated Planning and Monitoring of the Transmission and Distribution business. He was then elevated to the position of Executive Director Supply Chain, which includes manufacturing, procurement, planning, logistics and quality functions. w
Mr. Anant Goenka
CEAT has announced the appointment of Mr. Anant Goenka as the new Managing Director. Mr. Paras K. Chowdhary, the incumbent Managing Director, is retiring but will continue to be a whole-time Director. Dr. R.P. Goenka, Chairman Emeritus, RPG Enterprises, said: Anant will add a lot of value to the business due to his academic background and skills he acquired working with other group firms and international companies. We are happy to have him taking charge of the company, and we wish him all the best in his
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ACDelcos new-look labelling for lubricants, coolants

Commenting on this latest development, ACDelcos IAM Director for India, Mr. Rajesh Nangia, commented: Our old labelling was dated, monotonous in its look and in much need of changing. Now we have a very contemporary and modern looking labelling programme that has been creatively fashioned. It serves to demonstrate that ACDelco is a serious player within the aftermarket in India, and we are confident that it will not only be well received by our growing ranks of customer, but help strengthen brand awareness in the process. Covering some 65-75 part numbers and available across a full range of containers from 0.5-55 litres in capacity, the labels have been produced in three colours gold, red and grey. The graphics presented on the labels understandably serve to depict an association with fluidity, whilst also exuding a feeling of solidity and high quality performance for which ACDelco is known globally. w
Having recently announced a 40 per cent increase in growth year-onyear in 2011 and seen its customer base almost double in the same period, ACDelcos aftermarket operation in India has kick-started 2012 by announcing the introduction of a new-look labelling programme for lubricants and coolants. Introduced to add further growth impetus to an already dynamic product offering, the new labels will feature on a range of containers sizes for gear, engine, transmission and hydraulic oils, and coolants. In addition to being highly consumer focused by being bold, vibrant and striking, the new labels are visually informative and have been designed to improve product identification at
point of sale. Carefully created to meet ACDelcos merchandising and display needs, the new labelling is being applied to a new container design that itself is aerodynamic in shape and which serves to present an overall package that is not only visually attractive but easy to store and handle.
The new look labelling will help further increase the visibility of ACDelcos lubricants product range at the sharp end, whilst highlighting the USP of products that are themselves environment-friendly. Mr. Rajesh Nangia
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IndianOil signs annual MoU with Government

IndianOil has signed the annual memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government for 2012-13 which lays significant emphasis on operational performance and other parameters such as Research & Development, Corporate Governance, HRD, Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development. Emphasis has also been placed on operational safety too. The MoU was signed by Mr. GC Chaturvedi, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and Mr. R.S. Butola, Chairman, IndianOil. IndianOil has also set the highest-ever targets for crude throughput and distillate yield.
Critical operations in each division such as crude throughput, projects, distillate yield, safety, quality and new areas of business development have been accorded high priority in the MoU.
Mr. R.S. Butola, Chairman, IndianOil, (left), and Mr. GC Chaturvedi, Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, exchanging documents after signing the MoU
Parameters specific to the MoU for 2012-13 address the Oil Sector Vision 2015, Paradip Refinery project, capital expenditure and implementation of reservation in appointment of executives. w
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IAC to sharpen focus on commercial vehicles

By R. Natarajan, Managing Editor
the current group business from International Automotive Comcommercial vehicle manufacturponents (IAC) is the worlds third ers, around 30 per cent of sales is largest interior components manexpected from this segment. ufacturer with a global turnover In addition to interiors, IAC of $4.4 billion. It has around 76 India also develops exterior facilities globally, including the products for commercial vehicle Engineering Centre at Chakan, manufacturers. Overall, there is Pune, set up in 2008, and another tremendous scope to expand Inplant opened at the same location dian operations, and the growth last year. will be mainly through organic Addressing a video confermeans, added Mr. Gajanan. encing session arranged for a Mr. R. Natarajan, MOTORINselect few Indian journalists DIA Managing Editor, who was who recently visited IACs Prein the team, was delighted to Production & Validation Centlearn during his visit to the Preers located at Troy, USA, Mr. Production & Validation Centers Gajanan V. Gandhe, Senior Vice President, Asian Operations, IAC Mr. Gajanan V. Gandhe, Sr. Vice Presi- facilities at Troy that IAC has Asia Ltd., Pune, said though the dent, Asian Operations, International reportedly invested a lot in techPune operations of the company Automotive Components (IAC) Asia nology with the sole objective of becoming a global leader in the were initiated mainly to cater to Ltd. interior and exterior components the needs of Mahindra Navistar customers for their offshore servictrucks, it has gradually expanded the es. Recently the company received a industry. The second unit of the IAC Group customer base in India. Today the major contract for Ashok Leylands company has emerged a major sup- New Generation Cab. Considering at Chakan opened last year covers an area of 118,000 sq. ft. Located plier of products to Volvo Trucks, Recently the company rein the Mahindra Supplier Park, this Eicher Buses, Volkswagen, Mahinceived a major contract for facility makes IAC one of the first dra Reva, etc. The company keeps expanding its capacity with increasAshok Leylands New Gen- automotive suppliers to establish ing business from Indian OEMs. eration Cab. Considering their operations in the Supplier Park. He said currently IAC has three the current group business The first facility of the company was facilities in India, two at Chakan in from commercial vehicle started at Chakan in early 2009. Together the two plants enhanced the Maharashtra and one at Manesar, manufacturers, around 30 companys footprint in the western Haryana. IACs Indian Engineerper cent of sales is expectautomotive hub of Pune, which is ing Design Center also supports the ed from this segment. also home to IAC Indias regional North American as well as European
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headquarters. Success story Headquartered in Luxembourg, the IAC Group is a leading global supplier of automotive components and systems, including interior and exterior trim. Derived from its long heritage in the vehicle interiors segment, a global core competence of IAC is its expertise in the design, engineering and manufacturing of vehicle interior and exterior components and systems. The company is bringing that core competence to the new Chakan plant to turn out products ranging from instrument panels, floor consoles, interior and exterior garnish trim to air distribution vents and door panels for Mahindra and Mahindra Navistar vehicles. The opening of the facility not only complements IACs existing manufacturing facilities and engineering center in the Pune area, but also further expands its presence in the region following its ongoing expansion in the Indian market.
IACs inside view of the plant
The latest Chakan facility specialises in injection moulding, vacuum forming, laser scoring, hot air cold staking and cockpit assembly, while the Manesar facility has its focus on thermoforming, waterjet cutting, foaming, slitting, laminating headliners, int. soft trims.
It was in January 2011 that IAC acquired Manesar-based Multivac India Private Ltd., a tier-one supplier of vehicle headliners, instrument panels, interior trim and door panels to key global vehicle manufacturers. This strategic acquisition established its northern India footprint in proximity to the New Delhi automotive region. The IAC India Engineering & Design Center in the Rajiv Gandhi InfoTech Park, Hinjewadi, Pune, has state-of-the-art computing resources and 60+ CAD workstations. Offering high speed data connectivity to worldwide locations, the engineers and designers with global experience have special expertise in packaging and feasibility, fit and finish development, layout drawings, kinematics studies, assembly load studies, dimensional management, continuous engineering (change management) and computer-aided
engineering (CAE). The recent Awards received by the IAC Group include the Global SUV Platform from Mahindra & Mahindra, involving engineering design & development, FEA, prototyping, validation, manufacturing and supply; Global Truck Platform from Mahindra Navistar involving engineering design & development, FEA, prototyping, validation, manufacturing and supply; Global Harchback & Notchback Platform from Volkswagen for product development, validation, manufacturing & supply; New Generation Cab (Truck) from Ashok Leyland involving engineering design & development; New Electric Vehicle (CAR) from Mahindra Reva involving engineering design & development, FEA, prototyping, validation, manufacturing and supply; and New Cab (Truck) from Volvo involving prototyping, validation, manufacturing and supply. w
An outside view of IAC India Chakan plant

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o t s l a i r e t a m d e x i m f o Integration t h g i e w e l c i reduce veh

By Jay Baron, President and CEO, Center for Automotive Research (CAR)*
The average vehicle weight has increased steadily since 1980. This is due to production of larger vehicles (SUVs). The average light vehicle in 2008 contained more than 2,000 pounds of steel, most of it conventional steel. High and medium strength steel, however, made up more than 10 per cent of the vehicle. The use of aluminum grew during 1995-2008, while that of iron castings declined.
The vehicle industry will continue to see more mixed materials (composites, aluminum, magnesium, high strength steel) issues with joining and corrosion. It is going to be steel vehicle vs. aluminum intensive vehicle, looking for one-third mass reduction that is cost neutral but doesnt recognize any realistic constraints in vehicle making. In assessment of technologies for improving light-duty vehicle fuel economy, there are over 40 technologies involved. For the next 15 years, improvements in fuel economy are not technology limited but cost constrained.
The objective of the Coalition for Automotive Lightweighting Materials (CALM) is to support the cost-effective integration of mixed materials to achieve significant reductions in mass through the collaborative efforts of the material sectors and auto manufacturers. Currently, OEMs are integrators of mixed materials. There is minimal independent, mixed material development. Material sectors are highly competitive, each conducting significant research that advances its own material. Challenges lie in design, joining, corrosion prevention, fabrication and long-term reliability.
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Individual material sectors have made impressive advances in individual materials aluminum intensive, steel intensive and plastic intensive vehicles. Lightweighting Lightweighting materials are high strength steels, aluminum, composites and magnesium. - Material substitution (incremental approach regular practice) - Material optimization (high risk, many engineering resources, expensive). For example, aluminum or carbon fiber intensive vehicles. Less performance / content but increased crash-worthiness and ride / handling relates to smaller cars, fewer trucks and framed vehicles, and smaller powertrains. Vehicles are made with more advanced materials to mitigate increasing weight (for fuel economy and handling) and for improving crash performance. Mass decompounding is estimated at 30 per cent (secondary effects). The most likely dramatic changes for the automotive market through 2025 could well be a result of mandates by the federal government to improve the fuel economy performance and vehicle safety. The Center for Automotive Research (CAR) is involved in the research of significant issues that relate to the future direction of the global automotive industry. Its automotive industry research is done by four distinct groups the Manufacturing, Engineering & Technology Group, Transportation Systems Analysis Group, Labor and Industry Group, and Sustainability & Eco-
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nomic Development Strategies. CAR, based in Ann Arbor, MI, is a non-profit organization focused on a wide variety of important trends and changes related to the automobile industry at the international, federal, State and local levels. It conducts industry research, develops new methodologies, forecasts industry trends, advises on public policy, and sponsors multi-stakeholder communication forums. In the field since 2003, CAR was formerly a division of the University of Michigan and has been conducting leading edge research and industry events throughout its 30+ year history. * Presentation made during the recent visit of Indian journalists to CAR at Michigan w
Vehicles are made with more advanced materials to mitigate increasing weight (for fuel economy and handling) and for improving crash performance. Mass de-compounding is estimated at 30 per cent (secondary effects).
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BorgWarner owes success to 100 years of innovation

Test-drive at Houghton, a thrilling experience
It was indeed a thrilling experience for a select group of Indian newsmen who recently visited the US-based BorgWarners production facilities to test-drive various vehicle models fitted with all-wheel drive (AWD) systems at the snow-covered Keweenaw Research Center, Houghton, MI, USA. The test-drive was specially organised by BorgWarner to prove the technical excellence of its range of torque transfer systems. The test proved beyond doubt the extreme manoeuvrability as well reflected in the healthy combination of optimum traction, vehicle speed and driver safety, the prevailing freezing weather notwithstanding. A century of innovation A prominent automotive firm, BorgWarner owes its success more or less to its 100 years of innovative technology. In 2011, the company achieved a sales turnover of $7.11 billion as compared to $5.65 billion in the previous year. The workforce of the company has also expanded from 17,500 in 2010 to 19,250 in 2011. The company operations are spread over 60 locations in 19 countries. All this confirms that BorgWarner has been able to maintain substantial growth not only in the revenue earned but also in its workforce to deliver world standard innovative products. Though a North American company, BorgWarner has its global presence and enjoys very strong support from the European OEMs. Primarily the company has its major focus on two business divisions, namely, engine systems that contributes 72 per cent of the revenue, and the drive systems that accounts for the balance 28 per cent. On the occasion, Mr. John A. Barlage, Product Business Director, BorgWarner Drivetrain Systems, made a detailed presentation on the front-wheel drive and its characteristics, while Mr. Hebert Cabral, Marketing Analyst at BorgWarner, gave an overview of the global and regional market trend for AWD.
In India, BorgWarner supplies its torque transfer systems to various OEMs, including Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra. The company mission is to become a leader in every participating global market.
In the 4WD Transfer Cases (RWD AWD) as well as AWD Couplings (FWD AWD) market, BorgWarner continues to be a second top supplier at the global level as in India, and the Divgi-Warner joint venture allows for strong presence in the country. The acquisition of Haldex Traction in 2011 adds to its capabiliAll-Wheel Drive Technology Inspiring Confidence
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BorgWarner has been able to maintain substantial growth not only in the revenue earned but also in its workforce to deliver world standard innovative products.
the disconnect strategy US Patent 2010/0262326 A1 and the Auto mode in production (RWD AWDbased application). There are three switch models availble. The vehicle will sustain 2WD / AWD regardless of all other inputs, while it will switch between 2WD and AWD depending upon driving / environmental conditions and aggressive driving. AWD environment variables relate to ambient temperature, windshield wipers, driving surface friction coefficient and hill detection, while AWD driving variables relate to aggressive launch (high throttle and clutch slip), unintended clutch slip, excessive lateral / longitudinal acceleration, aggressive steering manoeuvres and ABS events. The driving and environmental conditions are combined to create a map that defines when to enter and exit the AWD mode. w
Active AWD enables system optimization
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ties and clientele. The company vision also includes development of leading powertrain technologies that improve fuel economy, emissions and performance. The factors contributing for higher AWD demand are the industry concern over safety, performance and traction in slippery condition; older and wealthier consumers demanding vehicle safety, stability and security; younger generations demanding premium and luxury vehicles; and legislation insisting on adoption of new safety technologies. FWD generally exhibits understeer behavior, and the front end tends to push out. The driving torque increases the slip angle of the front wheels, limiting lateral grip. The average of the front tyre slip angle is greater than the average of the rear tyre slip angle. Rear-Wheel Drive Dyanics (RWD) generally expects oversteer behaviour, wherein rear end comes around. Under heavy acceleration, rear drive wheels lose the lateral grip. The average of the rear tyre slip angle is greater than that of the front tyre slip angle. All this is challenging for inexperienced drivers, since it requires counter steering (in the same direction that the rear of the vehicle is going). BorgWarner currently has three three patents for
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PPG expands auto paint business to meet growing demand

The Pittsburg-based PPG, established in 1883, is a global maker of paints, coatings, optical products, specialty materials, chemicals, glass and fiber glass. It has 38,000 employees spread over 60 countries. From the very beginning, the company maintains its focus on value-driven products that accounted for its emergence as one of the leading painting and coating manufacturers in the world. A $14 billion company, it has 13 strategic business units in six major product areas, of which automotive which is part of the Industrial Coating Division contributes 28 per cent. A perfect partnership In India, PPG set up a joint venture with Asian Paints 15 years ago in the name of Asian PPG Industries Ltd. (APPG) that grew consistently over the years. Considering the accelerated activities of the Indian automotive industry, the company has expanded its operations at its Sriperumbudur plant near Chennai. Its current OEM customers include Ford, Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, Mahindra & Mahindra, GM, Honda, Hyundai and Volkswagen.
PPG has plans to launch its high technology products in India which can help the local OEMs to achieve world class products. The company is also looking at establishing new production facilities either in Pune or somewhere in Gujarat.
These and other company-related developments were shared by the officials with Mr. R. Natarajan, MOTORINDIA Managing Editor, during his recent visit to PPGs Technical Center and paint color studio situated near Detroit. He was also delighted to learn that PPG has won the R&D 100 Award nine times during the last 14 years, clearly confirming the company thrust on new product development and technology. Interestingly, 41 per cent of its auto OEM sales is accounted for by the new products developed in the last five years. Growth of the automotive
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coatings is more or less determined by new product technology, energy cost, durability, environment, appearance, etc. True, PPG is a value-driven, integrated, market-oriented enterprise, with consistent sales and earnings growth with its main focus on coatings and specialty products. The company owes its success to its dedication to the customer, the recognition of the concerns and needs of society, value of the supply chain relationships and its responsibility to the shareholders. Last year, PPG announced its expansion of APPG to create a second 50:50 joint venture. The OEM coatings product range covers sealants, adhesives, acoustic coatings systems, electrocoat,
The company owes its success to its dedication to the customer, the recognition of the concerns and needs of society, value of the supply chain relationships and its responsibility to the shareholders.
primer, basecoat and clearcoat. The PPG footprint covers 90 per cent of global production of automotive coatings. The global market leader expects domestic consumption in India to grow substantially. The current exports estimated at 15 per cent are expected to rise in view of India emerging a small car hub and multiple OEMs considering expansion of their Indian plants.
Demonstrating innovation, sustainability
PPG leads the market in offering a variety of scratch and etch-resistant clearcoat technologies that not only meet the rigorous requirements of automotive manufacturing facilities worldwide, but also help vehicles retain a showroom-like finish for a longer period of time. CeramiClear was the first clearcoat to use nanoparticle technology to achieve a previously unattained level of scratch, mar and etch resistance. Patented technology creates an impressively hard surface that provides superior resistance to damage caused by day-to-day use, car washes, and environmental hazards such as acid rain and tree sap. w
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r e t n e C e g a GMs Herit e s i d a r a p e l c i h e av
The GM Heritage Center, an 81,000-sq. foot facility located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, serves as a showplace for the vehicles of the GM Heritage Collection, and is home to the Heritage and Media Archive. The Center has more than 200 vehicles on display, while the Archive houses 15,000 linear feet of shelving containing significant documents, manuals, brochures and artifacts documenting GMs rich history of innovation. The GM North American Heritage Collection is made up of approximately 600 cars and trucks. Many reflect GMs industry firsts, like the first electric self-starter used on the 1912 Cadillac, the first production V8 that powered the 1915 Cadillac, and the first air bag found on the 1974 Buick, Cadillac and Oldsmobile models. The others represent technological experiments like the first American gas turbine-powered car, the Firebird 1, or the worlds
first hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle, the 1966 Electro-van. Concept cars and special-interest styling/performance one-offs are part of the mix, along with significant race cars and milestone production vehicles such as the first production 1966 Toronado featuring General Motors front-wheel drive.
The GM Heritage Collection is ever-changing. New vehicles are constantly being obtained to fully represent GMs product story of the past 100+ years.
The Heritage Center has proved to be a real monument for any visitor. During his recent visit to the Heritage Center, Mr. R. Natarajan, MOTORINDIA Managing Editor, could see and admire the centuriesold GMs popular brands such as Chevrolet and Plymouth, as also some concept vehicles that have not gone public. The Heritage Center also represents a blend of old and new vehicle models which no auto enthusiast can afford to miss. Among the star attractions on display are Sinclair Truck and the American Crossroads bus. w
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howcasing 400 exhibits, the 2012 International Truck, Trailer and Equipment Show (ITTES) held in Melbourne during March 15-17 drew record crowd of visitors and significantly enhanced its growing reputation in Australias transport industry and beyond.
Recognised by the industry as the largest and most significant dedicated display of trucks, trailers and ancillary equipment in the southern hemisphere, ITTES wrapped up on March 17 after a highly successful three-day exhibition. Pulling in
a crowd 37,133 local and overseas visitors, including industry leaders and heavyweights, the show highlighted the newest in transport technology and innovation and put on a display the highest-calibre trucks, trailers and equipment ever seen in Australia. When compared to ITTES attendances from 2010, attendees this year increased by 12 per cent, followed by a slight drop on the second day when inclement weather set in. However perfect show weather on the final day delivered a show record single-day attendance figure ensuring massive amounts of foot traffic to all exhibitor stands. The show also attracted the highest number of international guests in its short his-
tory with delegates from more than 45 countries visiting the event. The 2012 ITTES exhibitors eagerly showcased the latest innovations and technologies of the transport world. More than 350 companies, many with multiple displays, took full advantage of the three days, encompassing every inch of the 19-hectare indoor and outdoor show space. The feedback and comments from every exhibitor that I have spoken to thus far has been nothing but positive, with many reporting strong sales and high quality business leads, said Clint Hendry, Show Director of ITTES. Many couldnt believe the sheer quality of visitors to the show on the opening
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morning with all the major buyers of equipment in town ensuring an ideal platform for business transactions to take place. The exhibiting companies expressed glowing feedback about the number and quality of leads received and sales completed throughout the show. Some companies even reported that major transactions were executed on the first day, resulting in profit growth and a 100 per cent return on investment. One of the most popular show attractions was the Exhibition Pavilion, which housed every major trailer manufacturer along with the CAT Truck brand that was of significant interest as it was making its inaugural ITTES appearance. Add to that the impressive variety of trailer types and configurations, as well as all the latest innovations and advancements in trailer building and manufacturing, and it was easy to understand its popularity. Every major truck manufacturer in the industry pulled out all stops to attract show visitors to their stands. All the truck industry leaders Western Star Trucks and MAN Automotive Imports, Daimler, PACCAR, IVECO Trucks, Isuzu, UD Trucks, JAC Trucks, Scania, Hino, Mack and Volvo delivered the best in light, medium and heavy commercial on and off highway vehicles, with many exhibitors in their own dedicated pavilions, which were transformed into luxurious custom exhibits. The majority of exhibitors also hosted on-stand functions with VIP customers. These proved to be extremely popular and further added to the quality of trade visitors in attendance. An impressive roster of ancillary equipment exhibitors lined the walls of the Nicholas, Agricultural, Centenary and Victorian Transport Association (VTA) pavilions, as well as the shows coveted Grand Pavilion. Here some of the worlds leading brands put on their best in show under the big top taking centrestage with their colourful stands and interactive displays. Exhibitors in these buildings have already expressed their gratitude in the increased visitor traffic flow brought about by a revamped signage design, the painted roadways and the IVECO power mobile show guide phone app. The show included a wide array of exhibitors from all around the network: government, manufacturers, parts and services suppliers related to the transport industry, industry associations, non-profit organisations, academic institutions and other end users. The show organisers and platinum sponsors were pleased with the turnout and the remarkable support from everyone involved. The success of this event clearly proves that advancements in transport are of keen interest for professionals and industry workers in Australia and all around the world, said Hendry. Moving forward, well continue to increase awareness of the industry while raising the profile of our exhibitors and the industry in bigger and bolder shows ahead, at a cost thats both reasonable and affordable. To conclude the trade event, more than 700 people attended the Flemington Event Centre for an exquisite Expo Awards Gala Ball on the last day evening. With a world-class line-up of entertainment, headlined by Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows, 80s cover band Stand and Deliver and the amazing unusualist, Raymond Crowe, the whos who of transport celebrated their collective show efforts. The exhibitors were reviewed by a panel of independent judges who evaluated companies based on their exhibits design innovation, effective use of space, product knowledge, staff presentation, approach to customer service, as well as other criteria.
The 2012 ITTES Expo Award winners were: Truck of the Show DAF Trucks XF105 model Ancillary Equipment Display Meritor Trailer/Body Manufacturer Display Heil Tankers Truck Manufacturer Display Daimler Group Outstanding Customer Service IVECO Trucks Most Unique Show Attraction Western Star Trucks Wanted truck
The event organisers have already received numerous inquiries from new and existing exhibiting companies seeking participation in the 2014 ITTES. Preliminary discussions on the next trade event are already underway, and event planning will begin later this year. w
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Mr. Jack L. Gisinger, President, SAF-Holland Inc.
An exclusive report from MOTORINDIA
SAF-Holland is one of the leading global manufacturers and suppliers of high-quality systems and components for trucks, trailers, buses and recreational vehicles. The companys product range primarily comprises axle systems, fifth wheels, landing legs and kingpins. SAF-Holland, a merger between SAF, a German trailer axle and suspension company, and Holland, a
US-based company, has three business units focusing on specific customers needs, namely, the Trailer Systems Business Unit, Powered Vehicle Systems Business Unit and the Aftermarket Business Unit. In a casual chat with MOTORINDIA, Mr. Jack L. Gisinger, President, SAF-Holland Inc., spoke about the companys existing JV in India and future plans for the market.
In India, SAF-Holland has a joint venture with Madras Suspensions Ltd., namely, Madras SAF-Holland Ltd., with its manufacturing facility in Madurai for air suspension systems for buses and trucks. The company had entered India with keen interest in its growing bus segment. Mr. Gisinger observed: In developing markets, buses initially come with mechanical suspensions and
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dence that the featured suspension designed specifically for the Indian market would prove to be a differentiating factor for customers. The company also offers truck suspensions for heavy-duty applications such as mining and defence vehicles. Though its products have gained acceptance among leading vehicle manufacturers, the company feels that the Indian market is unlike others. The products we sell in Europe and the US may not sell here (in India). By the end of this year well have good focus and be moving forward, he added. The current Indian JV is for the Powered Vehicle Business Unit. SAF-Hollands contribution to the six-year-old JV comes mainly through specialised equipment, technical expertise and personnel training, while Madras Suspensions has provided the infrastructure, manpower and other facilities at the JV. The products manufactured in the Madurai facility are tailor-made for the Indian market. The company is not looking at export, though the Chinese market could possibly be an exception. With a view to expanding its operations, Madras SAF-Holland is on the look-out for a new site with Chennai, Bangalore and Pune being the possible options. There is also occasional demand for trailer products which the company imports depending on the requirements. We are the only company in the world to offer the complete trailer package
The company is keen on entering other segments, including the trailer segment in the country which has a lot of growth potential.
globally, while there are others who offer it at region level, he remarked. The Madras SAF-Holland team is positive about reaping rich dividends for the efforts put in during the initial phase. The JV was formed with a 5050 equity share between the partnering companies while discussions on the future prospects of the JV are in progress. Mr. Gisinger is keen on expanding Indian operations and is sure that both SAF-Holland and Madras Suspensions would take the right steps forward in order to bolster growth. SAF-Holland has a policy of eventually establishing a wholly-owned company in countries where it has joint ventures, like in China where it took over one of its joint venture projects to set up a fully-owned subsidiary. Interestingly, the company is also involved in a 50-50 JV in Japan since 45 years, which has done extremely well since inception. Expressing his views on the growth of India and China, Mr. Gisinger said: The biggest thing that India has to do is to complete the infrastructure, because once that is done, goods can be moved faster and thats the need. India has a much better rail network, which seems to delay road development. China has invested a lot of money for developing infrastructure and is perhaps five to ten years ahead of India in road infrastructure development. I have also seen a big difference in Indian roads since my first visit to the country six years ago. w
then it moves to air suspensions, as people want a better ride. For us, bus suspension comes earlier than other products. Madras SAF-Holland has a manufacturing facility in Madurai where air suspension systems are made. The company supplies bus suspensions to reputed Indian OEMs, including Swaraj Mazda, Eicher and JCBL. Mr. Gisinger expressed confi-
We are the only company in the world to offer the complete trailer package globally. Mr. Gisinger
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platforms across primary vehicle components. Navistar starts with one common chassis architecture. Built on that chassis is one of two core cab architectures an aerodynamic cab and a cab-over engine cab. Powering these vehicles (either cab-over or aerodynamic cab) is one of three distinct powertrain platforms its vee engine platform, inline engine platform, and its big bore engine platform. From medium trucks to heavy trucks, from 2.8-litre engines on up to 15-litre engines, cab-over trucks to aero-nose trucks, Navistar has global expertise in a comprehensive portfolio of products. We have an array of truck and engine designs to serve the transportation industry in the geographies we serve today and innovative technologies for tomorrow as we continue to expand to emerging markets around the world, Ustian added. Navistar also showcased its breadth of natural gas solutions for the transportation industry. The company will leverage its existing commercial truck and engine platforms to offer the broadest portfolio of integrated products for the natural gas market. It will continue to offer International DuraStar and WorkStar vocational trucks with its natural gas-powered MaxxForce DT, developed in conjunction with Emissions Solutions Incorporated (ESI) of McKinney. To meet the growing demand of the regional haul and class 7/8 vocational market Navistar will offer the Cummins-Westport ISL-G, in the International TranStar and WorkStar. Additionally, Navistar will enter into a phase II developmental agreement with Clean Air Power Ltd. on the International ProStar, WorkStar and PayStar vocational trucks, powered by a diesel pilot injection LNG MaxxForce 13-litre engine. One of the major obstacles in customer transition to natural gas has been the lack of a gas-powered range of engines designed to meet the multiple requirements without compromise, said Jim Hebe, Navistar Senior Vice President, North America Sales Operations. Navistar, with its extended range of truck engines, is uniquely able to leverage engine platforms into the industrys broadest range of natural gas trucks. When the MaxxForce 13L is introduced in mid-2013, customers will have a capable range of natural engines and trucks, from 7.6 litre to 13 litre with hp ranging from 200 to 450.
Mr. Dan Ustian, Navistar Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
At the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky., Navistar, Inc. hosted its Global Summit and Exposition to showcase the companys global product offerings and its customer-focused technologies. Weve brought to life our companys 1+2+3 global product strategy and what it means for our customers by leveraging one common chassis, two cab structures and utilizing one of our three powertrain platforms, said Dan Ustian, Navistar Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. In addition, from the launch of our new state-of-the-art LCOE International LoadStar(TM) to our recent announcements on our natural gas strategy, we have brought to market and continue to introduce the most customer-focused technologies that drive convenience and lower costs for our customers bottom line. 1+2+3 global product strategy Core to Navistars product development innovation is its 1+2+3 product strategy. To achieve scale, commonality and simplicity for the vehicles Navistar builds all over the world, the company leverages common
Beyond its product offerings, last month, Navistar announced a natural gas fuel distribution agreement with Clean Energy Fuels Corp., the leading provider of natural gas fuel for transportation in North America. Clean Energy recently unveiled a route plan for the first phase of 150 new liquefied natural gas (LNG) fuelling stations for Americas Natural Gas Highway (ANGH). The company has identified 98 locations and anticipates opening of 70 stations by the end of 2012 in 33 States. Many of the fuelling stations will be co-located at Pilot-Flying J Travel Centers already serving goods movement trucking through an exclusive agreement with Pilot to build, own and operate natural gas fuelling facilities at agreed-upon travel centers. Pilot-Flying J is the nations largest truck-stop operator with more than 550 retail properties in 47 States.
Natural gas has clearly emerged as the most realistic alternative fuel option for the trucking industry, and were excited to work with a leader like Chesapeake Energy to bring natural gas to our customers. This collaborative effort will benefit the transportation industry by creating product innovations and breakthroughs in natural gas technology and will help accelerate natural gas acceptance and growth. Mr. Ustian
Navistar is preparing itself for launch of new MaxxForce 13, the worlds first urea-free 0.20g NOx engine. It recently submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for certification of its 0.20g NOx MaxxForce 13 big bore
diesel engine. Once certified, Navistar will be the only engine manufacturer in the world to achieve ureafree 0.20g NOx emissions through in-cylinder technologies. During the certification process, Navistar is making preparations for launch of that engine this summer. With more than 40,000 EPA2010 MaxxForce 13 engines produced to date, Navistar has helped transform the heavy-duty commercial truck market. With an industry make-up as high as 70 per cent 15-litre as recently as 2009, Navistars lightweight, fuel-efficient MaxxForce 13 has successfully shifted an industry paradigm with 13-litre engines reaching more than 55 per cent of heavy duty Class 8 trucks in 2011. By delivering a powerful and durable MaxxForce 13, customers are realizing true operational benefits through higher payload and im-

proved fuel efficiencies without the added weight, complexity and need for urea present in competitors heavy-duty engines. In a little more than three years since our MaxxForce big bore engines were first introduced to the market, weve challenged convention in this industry and proven to our customers the benefits of our lightweight, fuelefficient and urea-free MaxxForce 13 growing our share of the big bore market to more than 20 per cent today. Upon certification from the EPA and our full launch of our urea-free MaxxForce 13 at 0.20g NOx, we will have achieved precisely what we set out to do provide customers with a no-hassle solution that keeps responsibility for emissions compliance with the manufacturer not the vehicle owner or driver, Ustian added. w
Daimler unveils new transmission

Daimler Trucks North America (DNTA) has introduced the Detroit Transmission, the next component in the complete Detroit power train. Detroit claims to be the only OEM that can offer a complete powertrain package, which also includes Detroit axles and Detroits industry-leading heavy-duty engines. The announcement was made at MATS, and Daimlers big presentation was punctuated by a power outage that darkened the entire show for about 30 minutes. Undaunted, Daimler executives unveiled the new transmission and answered reporters questions. The Detroit integrated powertrain provides what no other manufacturer in North America can provide a total product offering paired with the engineering expertise and global resources available only through a company like Daimler, said Andreas Renschler, Head of Daimler Trucks and member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG. Daimlers transmission technology has been extensively tested and proven in series production in select European markets since 2005. The 12-speed, direct- or over-drive automated transmission combines a traditional clutch-actuated manual gearbox with high-speed, computercontrolled shift and clutch actuators, which automatically and seamlessly selects the right shift pattern for fuel economy and engine power.
Daimler says the direct-drive transmission will be the best technical solution to maximize fuel efficiency for line-haul/long haul operations.
With driverfriendly features such as a true two-pedal system for ease of operation, helical gears that reduce noise, a control module that communicates with the entire powertrain, and a kickdown feature that improves vehicle acceleration, the Detroit automated transmission is an ideal solution for drivers at all skill levels. w
Continental debuts new air pressure checking system

Continental unveiled its new ContiPressureCheck system at Mid-America Trucking Show.
Underinflation, the enemy of commercial truck tyres, has been estimated by the Technology and Maintenance Council to cause nine out of 10 tyre failures as well as faster tyre wear and reduced fuel economy, reports Mr. Clif Armstrong, the tyre makers marketing director. ContiPressureCheck is an advanced tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) specially designed for commercial vehicles. The system constantly monitors the pressure and temperature of each tyre on the vehicle in order to provide real-time, ondemand tyre status information and to warn the driver of tyre-related problems before they become a critical concern, according to Armstrong. He goes on to note that it is a unique product that brings together all Continentals expertise in tyres, inflation, in-cab displays, sensors and monitoring technologies for a direct system that not only provides advanced, accurate pressure data, but also addresses fleet concerns about fuel economy and operating cost reductions.
The system integrates its sensors, communication system and data processor into a single module that is housed inside a rubber container and glued to the inner surface of the tyre.

The sensors continuously monitor both air pressure and the tyre temperature and send the data wirelessly to the trucks electronic control unit (ECU). This processes the data, saves warnings and sends them directly to a display in the drivers cab. The driver can immediately take corrective action and avoid a breakdown before it happens, he explains. The system has two major advantages for commercial truck drivers over other systems, says Armstrong. First, it is the only system on the market to account for the tyres temperature at its most optimal point inside the tyre, which eliminates interference from other outside elements. The system then compensates for the temperature in the inflation data. Since a tyres contained air pressure naturally increases as a vehicle moves, it is difficult to tell if a hot tyre is underinflated. Without some
With ContiPressureCheck, which is tyre mounted, we measure both tyre pressure and temperature, in order to give the most accurate reading. Mr. Clif Armstrong
form of temperature compensation, a hot tyre that is underinflated might appear to be fine, because the contained air pressure is at or above its cold inflation pressure. He says: With ContiPressureCheck, which is tyre mounted, we measure both tyre pressure and temperature, in order to give the most accurate reading. This feature alerts drivers to underinflation issues even in the case of slow leaks, which are difficult to detect in a system that is not compensated. ContiPressureChecks construction takes into account years of research into tyre pressure monitoring systems, and provides a robust and reliable system the second advantage of the product. Because the ContiPressureCheck system sensors are placed inside the tyre, they are less prone to breakage or accidental damage. This construction also avoids measurement errors due to brake heating. The system can be easily installed when tyres are replaced or even before
the new vehicle is delivered from the manufacturer. Armstrong further says the benefits extend well beyond the longevity of the system and the accuracy of its data. Looking at all the factors that impact a commercial fleets costs, it addresses several issues that impact fleet operations. First is fuel economy. As fuel costs increase, it becomes more and more vital for fleets to manage every drop of diesel. The U.S. Department of Transportation recently reported that in a two-year test, use of a tyre pressure monitoring system decreased fuel consumption by 1.4 per cent. That alone can pay for the cost of a tyre pressure monitoring system, and also reduces emissions. The benefits dont stop there. Proper tyre inflation also reduces tyre wear and the incidence of breakdowns. All of these factors help keep trucks operating longer and more continuously on the road, and thus reducing operating costs for fleets, he adds. w
Meritor presents FUELite tandem axle

Meritor unveiled the FUELite tandem axle at the Mid-America Trucking Show. This is the first member of its SoloDrive Series axles which features 6x2 tandem rear axles.
Based on the proven Meritor 160 series drive axle, the FUELite tandem axle is designed for linehaul applications to maximize weight savings and increase fuel efficiency. The axle delivers nearly 400 pounds in weight savings and an estimated two per cent increase in fuel efficiency when compared to a traditional 6x4 configuration. All SoloDrive Series axles will utilize the same rear-tag axle for simplified maintenance and are designed to function optimally with Meritor brakes and options. We engineered the FUELite axle to accommodate all 40,000-pound linehaul suspensions, delivering an optimum solution that is lighted by its online warranty claim system, the company spokesmen stated. The Meritor Advantage Plans offer extended coverage up to seven years in linehaul applications. Every Meritor axle is backed by its service and support, with more than 6,000 distributor and dealer parts outlets in North America.
Features and benefits of the Meritor FUELite tandem axle include Meritors 160 DualTrac housing that allows the option of running wide-based single tyres or duals for enhanced efficiency and improved residual value, a 2.50 to 4.10 ratio range available to match your application, and a 12.7-millimetre wall housing that is compatible with all current 40,000-pound tandem air suspensions.
weight yet heavy on performance, said Charlie Allen, General Manager, Rear Drive Axles, Meritor. The Meritor SoloDrive Series is designed to provide lightweight axle solutions with greater efficiency by providing one driving axle in a tandem configuration. Were confident that the FUELite will deliver these results to our customers. The Meritor axle warranty for linehaul applications is five years or 750,000 miles with parts and labor included, with every claim support-
Meritors commitment to customer support is also reinforced through Meritor DriveForce, company officials said. DriveForce is Meritors North American sales and service organization and combines with its OnTrac technical support center, collectively staffed by more than 150 dedicated professionals to assist commercial vehicle customers with customized solutions before, during and after the sale. w
WABCOs range of breakthrough innovations displayed

WABCO Holdings Inc., a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, presented its technology breakthroughs at the 2012 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS). It showcased how WABCO leads the industry in pioneering breakthrough technologies with game-changing capabilities that help truck, bus and trailer manufacturers to increase vehicle safety and efficiency, and to improve driver effectiveness and environmental sustainability.
WABCOs recent technology breakthroughs include OnGuardPLUS, the trucking industrys first and most advanced emergency braking system; the award-winning OptiDrive, a breakthrough in automated manual transmission technology, boosting fuel economy up to five per cent; and MAXXUS, the lightest and highest performing singlepiston air disc brake for trucks. At MATS 2012, the company further demonstrated its commitment to the commercial vehicle industry in North America as it showcased across-the-board capabilities in safety, driver assistance and vehicle efficiency. WABCOs breakthroughs are increasingly being adopted by original equipment manufacturers, leading to higher content per vehicle for WABCO safety and efficiency systems. WABCO operates in North

America through wholly-owned subsidiaries WABCO North America and WABCO Reman Solutions, WABCO Compressor Manufacturing, its joint venture with Cummins Engine Company, and the Meritor WABCO joint venture. The company also announced at the show the availability of its new IVTM technology for the North American market, representing the companys latest advancement in integrated monitoring of tyre pressure on trucks, trailers and buses. The system provides drivers with realtime tyre pressure information. By using IVTM, customers can maintain tyre inflation at an optimum level that can reduce fuel consumption up to two per cent. IVTM improves vehicle safety as correct tyre inflation enables better road handling and shorter braking distance. It also detects slow leaks which contribute to heat build-up, the cause of the majority of tyre failures. The company further showcased the North American version of its industry-first electronically controlled air suspension (ECAS) technology that reduces fuel costs for trucks
Using WABCOs IVTM system also helps increase the lifetime of tyres up to 20 per cent. It fits all wheel sizes and all types of light, medium and heavy duty commercial vehicles with up to 20 wheels. It also helps prevent vehicle downtime and reduce repair costs.
and buses while helping to make vehicles more efficient and environmentally friendly. Since it introduced the industrys first ECAS technology in 1986, the company has sold more than three million systems worldwide. ECAS maximizes the traction performance of 6x2 trucks while minimizing tyre wear. It also saves fuel by lowering the vehicles chassis and lifting axles, which helps reduce the vehicles aerodynamic and rolling resistance. Fleets in North America can specify 6x2 trucks, instead of more expensive and heavier 6x4 trucks, leading to further fuel savings. WABCOs award-winning Intelligent Trailer Program is the industrys most innovative, comprehensive and modular solution to address critical needs of fleets to improve trailer safety and efficiency, increase driver effectiveness, and enhance the capabilities of fleet managers to reduce the total cost of transportation. Enabled by several breakthrough technologies, WABCOs Intelligent Trailer Program combines major functions to improve vehicle safety
and efficiency into a single integrated program for all types of trailers globally. Functions can be used separately or in combination, allowing trailer builders and fleet operators to select those functions most relevant for their particular needs through the most cost-effective solution. WABCOs Intelligent Trailer Program is the industrys only complete program that optimizes return on investment for fleets and drivers by reducing vehicle and trailer downtime, lowering costs, improving driver comfort, and enhancing vehicle safety and efficiency, said Nikhil Varty, WABCO Vice President, Americas. Driven by our passion for innovation, we continue to help customers to quantify utilization of their assets, thus also enabling transport professionals to better assess future investments. The program offers 25 functions to customers in many regions worldwide. Vehicle manufacturers can customize additional functions to meet individual operational and maintenance needs. Through pioneering engineering, WABCOs PAN trailer brakes comMOTORINDIA l April 2012 103

bine an innovative compact design with single-piston technology and taper wear compensation. Available in 16- to 25-inch rim sizes, PAN air disc brakes perform superbly in trailer axle applications up to 23,500 lb (10.6 metric tons). The 22.5 inch PAN22 weighs only 79 pounds (36 kg), including brake pads. As a result, trailers can increase payload or improve fuel economy while also reducing maintenance and service costs by using thicker brake pads. Transmission automation technology WABCO Holdings further predrivers. It also enhances vehicle safety by freeing drivers from frequent shifting, allowing them to further concentrate on traffic conditions. The company introduced the commercial vehicle industrys first electronic automated manual transmission (AMT) system in 1986 and has continued with pioneering engineering ever since. In 2011, it was also the first to market with a high-temperature AMT system to meet increasing demands from customers. AMT systems, which combine the high efficiency of a manual OnGuardPLUS uses forwardlooking radar to monitor traffic ahead. It reduces the risk of colliding with moving vehicles and decelerating vehicles ahead that come to a standstill. It fully applies brakes in imminent collision situations, and provides the driver with acoustic, visual and haptic warnings. It also automatically initiates emergency braking, enables maximum possible deceleration and brings the vehicle to a complete stop. The companys OptiDrive system, a breakthrough in automated manual transmission technology,
sented its advanced transmission automation technology that offers transmission automation in commercial vehicles, boosting fuel savings up to five per cent and reducing emissions through optimized gear shifting. This WABCO technology improves driver effectiveness, particularly among less experienced
In addition to providing high performance braking capabilities, WABCOs PAN range is one of the lightest trailer air disc brakes in the industry.
gearbox with the optimal shift timing of an automatic one, continue to gain global acceptance among major manufacturers of transmissions, trucks and buses. For example, they account for more than 60 per cent of transmissions in trucks and buses in Europe. Another new product displayed by the company was the OnGuardPLUS collision mitigation system (CMS), the industrys first advanced emergency braking system (AEBS), offering significantly greater levels of vehicle safety and driver effectiveness.
OptiDrive received an Automotive News PACE Award in 2010 for product innovation.
continues to gain global acceptance among major manufacturers of transmissions, trucks and buses. Superbly engineered as a modular system, OptiDrive reduces by 50 per cent the development time required for transmission and original equipment manufacturers to apply it to their respective product platforms. w
Firestone Industrial Products
introduces new and advanced air spring

Firestone Industrial Products has launched a new air spring with integrated air-damping system, which the company says is lighter weight and longer lasting than the traditional air springs while also providing a smoother ride and eliminating the need to dispose of hydraulic fluid.
The Firestone Airide Integrative Air-Damping System was showcased at the Mid-America Trucking Show, after being tested in Freightliner and Paccar vehicles, Graham Brookes, Division Manager, Technology, with Firestone Industrial Products said in an interview to Trucknews.com. He said the new air spring was designed with the driver in mind and built with new materials that better dampen road inputs into the cab. We changed a lot of the materials and lowered the stress on some of the elements within the construction.
The materials used to create the Firestone Airide Integrative Air-Damping System are highly resistant to heat. This is important since todays aerodynamic cabs deflect air flow away from components while emissions reducing technologies create a hotter environment for components.
By improving the materials, Brookes said the new air spring now lasts twice as long as traditional designs. It was tested to 50 million cycles, while the industry norm is one million, and it was still going strong when testing was halted. We thought 50 million was a good achievement and it still wasnt completely worn out, he added. The weight savings translate to about 2.5-3.5 lb per module, since the integrated design does away with the mounting hardware required for separate hydraulic dampers. Initially available on Freightliner and Paccar trucks, the new system will come at a small cost premium, Brookes admitted. But with its long life and weight savings, he said the cost will be negated. w
Carrier Transicolds next generation reefer engines

Carrier Transicold announced at Mid-America Trucking Show that its trailer refrigeration units have been retuned to be 5-20 per cent more fuel efficient, reducing emissions and providing savings to end-users. The companys next generation trailer refrigeration technology consumes less fuel, runs quieter and provides better cooling performance than the existing units, the company claims.
A major milestone in our continuous product development, this next generation trailer technology boosts performance and efficiency and intelligently co-ordinates refrigeration with a smarter engine, said David Appel, President of Carrier Transicold. The efficiency gains allow us to significantly reduce engine power, enabling better fuel economy. Officials said the new technology reduces engine power requirements by 18-20 per cent, providing fuel savings of 5-20 per cent, depending on application. The new technology will be deployed on Carrier Transicolds Vector hybrid diesel-electric system as well as its X2 series of belt-driven units. David Kiefer, Director of Marketing and Product Management, said at the show that the new units are our most efficient units ever. Customers will notice quicker temperature pull-downs (to the tune of 20 per cent) and will also see faster temperature recoveries after door openings.
Carrier Transicold will continue to use Kubotas 2.2-litre diesel engine, but it will require less horsepower, resulting in fuel savings.
Kiefer said the new reefers will also provide improved reliability and longevity since the engine wont be worked as hard as it is today. The new refrigeration units are EPA and CARB-compliant. The new technology will be available in limited quantities at the end of this year, with full production to commence in early 2013, the company announced. w
Cummins Emission Solutions latest technologies displayed

Cummins Emission Solutions, a subsidiary of Cummins Inc., showcased its latest EcoFit technology at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) held in Louisville during March 22-24. As a leading aftertreatment system provider, the business serves both global on-highway commercial vehicle and off-highway equipment markets. Dedicated to helping its OEM customers reliably meet emissions regulations with best-in-class performance, Cummins Emission Solutions supports Cummins long-standing commitment to work toward a cleaner, healthier and safer environment while striving for emissions technology leadership. With these new EcoFit offerings, I am excited to present our capabilities in the North American on-highway commercial vehicle market, said Amy Adams, General Manager - Global On-Highway Business, Cummins Emission Solutions. Our technology expertise and enhanced product portfolio have allowed us to develop and offer products such as the EcoFit Urea Dosing System, helping our OEM customers meet emissions regulations with a lower cost of ownership for the end-use customer. EcoFit aftertreatment solutions New EcoFit aftertreatment solutions were unveiled at MATS for the first time in the North American market. These solutions are designed to monitor, control and diagnose engine and aftertreatment systems in a way that reduces emissions while optimizing performance of the entire system. EcoFit products, available to all commercial vehicle engine manufacturers, will achieve a lower overall cost of ownership and allow customers to differentiate from the competitions through improved vehicle integration. Initially announced last November, the EcoFit UDS is designed to meet upcoming regulations in China, India and Russia. Work is under way to apply the system to upcoming emissions regulations in other regions, so that Cummins Emission Solutions can continue to offer sys-
tem integration opportunities unparalleled by the existing Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system manufacturers. The EcoFit UDS delivers improved oxides of nitrogen (NOx) conversion efficiency, which offers the opportunity to tune engines for improved fuel economy or to reduce the size of a typical SCR system. The air-assisted system is also designed to minimize the risk of urea deposits, increasing the durability and reliability of the aftertreatment system. Offered as both tank-mount and chassis-mount, the system re-
The EcoFit Urea Dosing System (UDS) is being developed by Cummins Emission Solutions for use in light, medium and heavy duty commercial vehicles.

duces vehicle integration efforts. Cummins Emission Solutions also displayed its improved EcoFit Hydrocarbon Dosing System (HDS) at MATS. This enables thermal management for active Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration. Offering improved reliability, the system uses a new design that improves robustness by decreasing the chances of clogs and leaks. Without changing the external design, regeneration capabilities remain efficient by reducing flow loss over time at similar flow rates as those of today. One of the EcoFit catalyst technologies currently being developed was on display at MATS, illustrating the latest innovation in extruded SCR catalysts. Extruded SCR cata-
Cummins Emission Solutions is continuously working on innovative catalyst technologies that make aftertreatment systems perform more efficiently and in smaller packages, offering improved fuel economy.
lyst technology enables significant reduction in aftertreatment size, or the ability to increase NOx conversion rates within an SCR system. Cummins Emission Solutions, a subsidiary of Cummins Inc. and a business in the Components segment, is a global leader in designing, manufacturing and integrating exhaust aftertreatment technology and solutions for the commercial
on- and off-highway light-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty and highhorsepower engine markets. Dedicated to innovation and dependability in meeting global emission regulations, the company develops and produces various emission solutions. These solutions include custom engineering systems and integrated controls, oxidation catalysts, particulate filters, NOx reduction systems such as selective catalytic reduction and NOx adsorbers and engineered components. With key operations in the US, China, India, the UK, Brazil and South Africa, Cummins Emission Solutions serves both OEM and engine first-fit and retrofit customers. w
Michelin adds drive tyre retread to X One line

Michelin Americas Truck Tires (MAST) introduced its X One XDN2 Pre-Mold retread at the recent Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville. The retread is designed for fleets and owner operators who want the fuel and weight savings of a wide single with the traction of a lug-style tread. X One wide single tires continue to offer huge benefits to the trucking industry, said Ted Becker, Vice President of Marketing for MAST. The Michelin X One XDN2 retread, combined with the weight and fuel savings of the Michelin X One casing, offers even better grip and fuel efficiency.
The popular all-weather drive tread design for the X One XDN2 has a 27/32-inch tread depth. It delivers superior traction and optimized mileage.
The retreads Matrix Siping technology is designed to provide exceptional traction on dry and slippery surfaces. Full-depth sipes supply excellent levels of traction, while the three-dimensional Matrix sipes lock together for the stability
normally associated with solid tread blocks. The treads wide open shoulder grooves deliver additional traction balanced with tread life. Michelin also showcased at MATS its new Michelin X Multi Engery D drive tyre for regional and super regional applications. w
Bridgestones eco-friendly Ecopia tyres

Bridgestone debuted its new Ecopia truck tyres and Bandag FuelTech retreads at the Mid-America Trucking Show. These two product lines, five new tyres and four retreads are designed to work together.
According to company sources, specially engineered compounds paired with matching retread patterns promote an ecofriendly system that continues optimal low rolling resistance from new Ecopia tyre to FuelTech retread while extending the casing life. The Ecopia line includes the Greatec M835 Ecopia drive and Greatec R135 Ecopia trailer radials for fleets that have adopted wide base singles. Both tyres utilize Bridgestones patented NanoProTech polymer technology in the tread compound and a high-rigidity tread pattern thats claimed to promote even wear for long original tread life, while reducing rolling resistance.
The Ecopia line also includes the new R283 steer tyre plus conventional duals for drive and trailer positions the new M710 drive and R197 trailer radials.
A proprietary Fuel Saver sidewall compound lowers heat generation to reduce fuel costs, both new and when retreaded, says Bridgestone. Its patented Waved Belt casing and Turn In Ply bead are claimed to enhance casing durability for optimized retreadability. Retread patterns based on the Greatec M835 Ecopia and R135 Ecopia are available in the Bandag FuelTech retread line. Ecopia radials are EPA SmartWay verified and comply with the CARB requirements. w
Continental displays first wide, single drive tyre

Following last years challenge to MidAmerica Trucking Show attendees to provide feedback on tyre designs, Continental showcased its first wide single drive tyre at this years show.
The HDL2 Eco Plus (Heavy Drive Long Haul) in size 445/50R22.5 was officially launched for sale with its display at the Continental pavilion. Along with Continentals HTL1 trailer tyre, the HDL2 Eco Plus represents the new standards in fuel efficiency and mileage for long haul fleets who want to maximize the benefits of wide single truck tyres, says Marketing Director Clif Armstrong. Not only are these tyres easier to check for inflation and easier to maintain, but their lowered weight from two less beads, sidewalls and rim assemblies and advanced compounding mean that they offer significant reductions in rolling resistance. This translates directly into both fuel and maintenance savings for cost-conscious fleets and owner-operators. The wide single tyre features 27/32nds of tread depth, a closed shoulder and a three-dimensional sipe in the center of each tread block that allows flexibility, but couples the groove under compression for increased strength, according to Armstrong. Its advanced groove geometry separates the forces at each side of the groove bottom and reduces premature wear, says Roger Stansbie, director of commercial vehicle tire research and development.
Additional features for lower rolling resistance, and thus better fuel economy, include straighter, narrow groove designs and Continentals Eco Plus advanced compounding. Mr. Cliff Armstrong
The release is the first of a series of drive tyres from the company to feature evolving sipe technologies where a void in the middle of the tread blocks creates a regenerating sipe as the tread wears. w
EXCLUSIVE
RACE steps up customer service with new management structure

dium and heavy commercial vehicle majors in Chennai and Vellore, taking charge of all facets involved in maintenance of the dealership. RACE, with an employee count of 35, is backed by a strong network of research & engineering associates ready to deliver credible and quality services to its customers. We would like to be recognized as one of the leading and most trusted project consulting firms in the automotive sector, providing reliable data, tools and techniques which can positively impact our customers business, says Mr. Sriram, CEO, RACE Innovations Pvt. Ltd.
Mr. A. Afzal, Chairman & Managing Director, AB Group (left), presenting a bouquet to Mr. Sriram .M, CEO, RACE Innovations Pvt. Ltd. at the inaugural of the new RACE premises
RACE, a research & engineering project consulting firm, focused on medium & heavy commercial vehicles, now has a new customer-centric management structure to offer need-based solutions to customers. The new structure presents six products, each providing specific solutions to cater to customers needs. The company functions on the build-operate-maintain (BOM) concept which has proved to be a successful strategy for many companies
and investors in India. The three main products on offer are Intellect, Connect and Technic, while Trade, Find and Enabler are the other services. RACE is currently working on a project for the AB Group to develop an exclusive integrated service facility for medium and heavy commercial vehicles for all OEMs under one roof. Another project undertaken by the firm aims at developing state-of-the-art dealerships for me-
RACE is planning to have an exclusive access pass to its Indian and global clients for the RACE library which offers information on specific automotive applications, sectorial growth, research applications and concept engineering models which would benefit them directly.
Currently we have set up a functional model business center in Chennai which is planned to be replicated across major cities on a panIndia level in the next one to two years. Similar set-ups are planned in the BRIC countries and in Africa, where our team is on the look-out for suitable, reliable and knowledgeable associates, comments Mr.
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A Blend of Youth and Experience: Mr. Sriram .M, Mr. M.P. Rajesh Khanna, COO, and Mr. G. Prakash Gopi, Asst. General Manager (Product Management & Applications), RACE Innovation Pvt. Ltd. (fifth, sixth and ninth from left respectively), with the RACE team
Rajesh, COO of the firm. Intellect The research team at RACE does regular study on various issues, including the logistics requirements in India, factors affecting the market, product applications and aftermarket service requirements. Customer surveys, location-based intelligence (LBI) and route surveys are also done by the company. The above services are offered under Intellect. Connect Connect is a service which includes initial market survey and feasibility study, with the aim of connecting customers to the right people in the industry. Many international companies looking at the Indian market have chosen RACE Connect and have established themselves as a result of the services rendered during the initial phase of operations. The Connect service also
Telma, a global leader in electromagnetic retarders, works with RACE in areas such as product management, application engineering with OEMs, sourcing support, marketing and after-sales service and is a classic example of a success story of the Connect service.
helps companies identify a perfect match for joint ventures. Technic Through product Technic, RACE offers support to clients through suitable applications and interface engineering which enables the market to realize the full potential of their products and services. The companys engineering team has good understanding of the techni-
cal needs, operating conditions, and packaging requirements, with partners in the value chain. The Technic team is equipped to engineer and design bodies and chassis of buses and trucks, trailers and specialized vehicles. Prototype development, design verification, homologation support and statutory approvals also come under the Technic package. Trade, Find & Enabler RACE helps clients establish a strong trading network through its market presence. The company also provides support for identifying suitable source for various operations and develop a reliable supply strategy for clients. In addition to the technical know-how and market understanding, it enables clients with customized IT solutions and also provides domain expertise to many IT majors for the automotive sector. w
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MSP Tyres positively impacted by growing radialisation
Mr. M. Subramaniam
MSP Tyres is a sales and service centre located at Namakkal, the major truck market in the South. The centre which is the Bridgestone Fleet Point at Namakkal was set up in 2009 by Mr. M. Subramaniam who shared his views with Motorindia on how radialisation of tyres has boosted business and the immense potential for growth in one of the most important trucking hubs of the country. The whole concept of truck servicing has gained prominence only after radial tyres came into the market. As more multi-axle trucks have started plying on major roads,
wheel-alignment became more of a necessity than an option. The traditional six-wheelers rely less on wheel-alignment, whereas in multiaxle vehicles, the additional axle requires careful alignment because of the increased possibility of wheel misalignment. The drivers and fleet operators have understood the importance of wheel-alignment, which has become
As more multi-axle trucks have started plying on major roads, wheel-alignment became more of a necessity than an option.
as important as oil-servicing for engines. Since tyre costs have gone up, the customers have more awareness about the issue. Even if one tyre is damaged, there is considerable loss for the owner, so they understand the consequences, said Mr. Subramaniam. Wheel-alignment does provide reasonable advantages to the owner as well as the driver. Apart from better tyre-life, diesel consumption is better and the life of spares is enhanced as a result of alignment. MSP Tyres offers many services, including tyre-changing, wheelalignment, tyre-rotation, greasing
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and nitrogen-filling. These operations, for which automatic pneumatic tools are used, were brought in at a time when radial tyre sales were growing exponentially. In addition to sales of popular tyre brands such as Bridgestone, Michelin, JK and Apollo, repair of radial tyres is also undertaken at MSP Tyres. Mr. Subramaniam feels that the servicing routines help improve the centres relationship with customers and also ensure steady growth of both parties. The centre is exploring the possibilities of bringing out a contract-based service for top-level
customers in order to maintain their vehicles with complete vehicle history. MSP Tyres enjoys full support in terms of technical back-up and training from the global tyre-maker. Madhus is the preferred garage equipment supplier at the centre
Preferred garage equipment supplier: Madhus Garage Equipment
which currently has 20 employees. On an average, seven to eight trucks and around 10 passenger vehicles are serviced everyday. With growing awareness of the importance of radial tyres, the centre has seen an increase of 20 per cent in business this year. Mr. Subramaniams next plan is to open a new service extension, exclusively for passenger vehicles, while the existing one would continue to be a one-stop for all vehicles. Buoyed by the strong growth in the segment and positive customer response, he is confident of further expanding operations. w
research & Development
Chennai has right environment to emerge automotive R&D hub

R. Chidambaram
Dr. R. Chidambaram, Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government, addressing the CIIs Automotive R&D Trends 2015. Others are (from left) Mr. John Harry Conomos, Australian, Automotive Industry Envoy, Dr. V. Sumantran, Conference Chairman and Executive Vice Chairman, Hinduja Automotive Ltd., Mr. Michael Carter, Consul - Commercial and Trade Commissioner for Australia to South India, and Mr. Alejandro Vera Casso, Adviser, Investment and Technology Promotion for Asia Pacific, UNIDO
Chennai has the right environment to become the automotive research and development (R&D) hub with the presence of a number of automotive research centers of the industry and academic institutions in and around the city, according to Dr. R. Chidambaram, Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government. Addressing the fourth edition of the conference on Automotive R&D Trends 2015, organised by the Confederation of Indian In-
dustry (CII), he said Chennai has automotive industry-led research institutions like Ashok Leyland & Nissan Research Joint Venture; Mahindra Research Valley, research teams of Hyundai, Renault, etc., and academia like IIT Madras, IIT Research Park, Anna University, Madras Institute of Technology, many private universities and colleges to carry out R&D on proprietary or generic automotive technologies. The automotive industry is com-
pelled to have intelligent mobility systems, the key to which lies in connecting up a range of independent industries and technologies. R&D has to be in areas like materials, to create light-weight alloys and joining of different types of materials, energy efficiency, emission control, driver assistance, safety, embedded systems and creation of a disposal chain. These developments are possible only if the Indian automotive sector optimally utilizes
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research & Development

There are many trends that lead us to believe that we can no longer address automotive technologies in the context of passenger cars alone. Some of the trends are the need to find cost-effective, more economic and sustainable systems, greater concern for environment, urbanization and population density which compel us to think differently about mobility, and reversal of trends seen so far like reversing the city space to the citizens limiting entry of private vehicles. Dr. V. Sumantran
leads to innovation. Dr. V. Sumantran, Conference Chairman and Executive Vice Chairman, Hinduja Automotive Ltd. said mobility has to be viewed as a system which called for control of vehicles, dynamic pricing of the use of road infrastructure, green initiatives and use of computers to monitor, control and intervene in order to see how the vehicle is driven or used, and systems to address the topic of safety in which India lagged behind. Mr. Alejandro Vera Casso, Adviser, Investment and Technology Promotion for Asia Pacific, UNIDO, said how the UNIDO intervention helped the Indian automotive SMEs become technologically advanced and globally competitive in their production process. This enabled them to be part of the supply chain of the multinational automotive companies that set up manufacturing bases in India. Having made significant achievements in the machine tool and automotive sectors, UNIDO has begun to look at aerospace industries. Mr. Michael Carter, Consul Commercial and Trade Commissioner for Australia to South India, said a delegation from the State of Victoria in Australia was in Chennai, looking for collaboration in automotive research and development and innovation. Stressing the strategic and economic importance of the automotive sector in a developing economy, he talked about the Australian India Strategic Research Fund with an Australian contribution of Aus $ 65 million with matching contribution from India to help collaborative research efforts in the automotive sector to bring about commercial results. Mr. John Harry Conomos, Australian, Automotive Industry Envoy, said that Australia is one of the 13 countries capable of creating a car from concept to showroom. The advanced design, engineering and production of the automotive industry in Australia are supported by strong R&D. With 160 component and service companies, the State of Victoria has a very strong international presence. The State has been a centre for design and engineering of global vehicles and it has been doing the design, development and engineering of vehicles for offshore producers. The conference discussed topics like efficient components and system for automotives; advanced driver assistance system (ADAS); modern vehicle controls semi and full autonomous vehicle control; and intelligent vehicle and road systems, transportation management and road and traffic safety technologies.
Dr. V. Sumantran, Conference Chairman and Executive Vice Chairman, Hinduja Automotive Ltd.
the R&D capabilities of the academic institutions and national laboratories. The e-infrastructure in India is also growing very rapidly, and must be effectively utilized by the automotive sector. Dr. Chidambaram further said that though the proprietary research by companies could be done by technology transfer or in-house R&D and supportive applied research, it would be better for the industries to make use of the technology assessment capabilities of the academia. The directed basic research supported by the Government could be based on technology foresight analysis. This can be done on the longterm requirement of a company not only in the automotive sector but other areas also. According to Dr. Chidambaram, for every industry there should be directed basic research as some areas would always be India-specific. India is interested in R&D that
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Expanding role of I&C centres in ensuring vehicle fitness

By Raj Rengarajan, MAHA India Automotive Testing Equipment Pvt. ltd.
Only properly serviced vehicles are considered safe vehicles. But how to verify that vehicles are safe and secure and their impact on the public? Why is it so important to have vehicle inspection & certification centres? Public safety is the most important argument for setting up of inspection and certification centres. The safety level must be the highest possible given by the authorities in charge of public transportation and not a selfmade level as from transportation companies which might consider cost compromises. If we agree on this major issue, we have to make sure that a reliable system is available to ensure vehicle safety.
Every country / State / city needs all information about the quality of the vehicle population to make the right decision on future infrastructure projects. I&C centres gather data not only about the vehicle population but, even, more important, about their quality, which leads directly to the standard of service workshops.
Basic safety aspects of the vehicle like brake, speedometer, headlight, underbody inspection and exhaust emission are tested / inspected and certified at the I&C station. All necessary test results, alongwith vehicle
owner details, are available for review. A nation-wide network of test centres can be created by integrating all the I&C stations. Here is how a vehicle inspection & certification system is implemented? India has a history of pollution checking, so that the basics are already available. An I&C system of course is a much bigger challenge since reasonable investments on land and equipment have to be made. If an investor is sure that he can make profits out of his investment, an I&C system can be implemented without any public investment. In fact, the State will earn from the I&C stations! Further, reliable law concerning vehicle testing should be enforced, and, more important, strongly accomplished. A vital point to note here is the independency of the I&C station and
the inspectors. This means that the inspection company and its employees shouldnt have any interest to pass or fail vehicles. This emphasises the need for separation of workshops and I&C stations. What will be the impact of the I&C system on the vehicle business? a) Besides a higher vehicle safety it is proven that implementation of an I&C system has its impact on workshop business. b) Considering that only 10 per cent of all tested vehicles will show a minor defect which requires spares and labor, it is very obvious how much additional jobs and business can be created! c) The State will have a much better control over fake spare parts since vehicles will be checked by independent inspectors. d) Reduction in traffic accidents and, as a result, reduced loss of lives.w
road transportation
IRU meet discusses growing liabilities for road transport operators

the best ways to effectively address these challenges is for road transport operators to use internationally standardised general conditions, such as the IRU General Conditions for the international carriage of goods by road that set legal terms regarding the respective liabilities of the carrier, sender and consignee of an international road carriage, as well as other IRU tools such as IRU model clauses, contracts and guidelines.
Isabelle BON-GARCIN, IRU Commission on Legal Affairs (CAJ)
Some 60 legal professionals, academics, transport operators and policy makers from around 20 countries participated in the 9th IRU Symposium of Lawyers held in Geneva to discuss the evolution of contractual relations in road transport and its impact on the road transport industry. Chairing the symposium, the President of the IRU Commission on Legal Affairs (CAJ), Isabelle BON-GARCIN, stressed: The legal regulations applicable to road transport operators are becoming increasingly complex. This situation negatively impacts the
economy, road transport sectors productivity, operators return on investment and the authorities efficiency and effectiveness in the enforcement of regulations. In addition, recent economic and technical developments have had an influence on the contractual liability of road transport operators, just as social constraints and security concerns have had an influence on their criminal liability. As a result, transport operators, with the help of IRU in many cases, must find new ways to manage and respond to these challenges. Participants identified that one of
Professional training, as provided by the IRU Academy, was also identified as key to remaining aware of, and compliant with the latest legislative developments impacting international road transport operations.
The symposium delegates also concluded that governments should better enforce all existing international conventions relating to road transport, conclude the UN OmniBUS agreement on international regular bus and coach lines, give systematic precedence to international/multilateral standards and models, where they exist, over bilateral ones, and provide more transparency in the implementation and enforcement of legislation and regulations. w
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Study finds auto-rickshaws a safe alternative to cars

EMBARQ India has launched its first publication, Sustainable Urban Transport in India: Role of the AutoRickshaw Sector, at Rickshaw Rising: An Auto-Rickshaw Entrepreneurship Summit in Mumbai. Across India, auto-rickshaws make more than 229 million passenger trips per day. That number is expected to more than double to 482 million by 2031. The range runs from 15,000 to 30,000 vehicles in medium-sized cities (population between one and four million) to more than 50,000 in large cities (population greater than four million). Now, the World Resources Institute and EMBARQ have released the most comprehensive report ever on auto-rickshaws. The report, Sustainable Urban
Transport in India: Role of the Autorickshaw Sector, by Akshay Mani, Madhav Pai and Rishi Aggarwal, examines the role auto-rickshaws play in promoting public transport usage and reducing private motor vehicle trips in cities. The report also provides a policy vision for the auto-rickshaw sector that improves sustainable urban transport in India. The publication highlights the
The report shows that not only do auto-rickshaws provide an alternative to cars, but they also facilitate the use of public transportation and are a growing option for sustainable transport.
need for regulatory reforms to promote dispatch services and vehiclerelated reforms to address emissions and road safety. Adopting these reforms is key to ensuring that auto-rickshaws contribute to a more efficient, clean and safe transport system. Given the current urban transport trends and challenges, such as rising emissions and road fatalities, there is a critical need to promote more sustainable transport options in India. Implementing the recommended reforms, such as promotion of fleetbased dispatch services and vehicle improvements, will be key to ensure that auto-rickshaws can serve as an effective alternative to private motor vehicles. These reforms are essential to mitigate the environmental
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and road safety challenges that currently exist in this sector, said the report. Here are some noteworthy points: l Market size of auto-rickshaws varies from around 15,000 to 30,000 vehicles in Tier II cities (population between one and four million) to more than 50,000 in Tier I cities (population greater than four million). Mumbai has the largest market with around 150,000 auto-rickshaws. l Auto-rickshaws serve 10-20 per cent of daily motorized road transport trips for people in Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune and Rajkot. l Production of auto-rickshaws in India has doubled between 2003 and 2010. l High concentration of particulate matter less than 10 microns (PM10) in Indian cities is a key public health issue. Auto-rickshaws running on two-stroke engines are a major contributor to PM10 emissions. l Contrary to popular belief, autorickshaws are the second safest motorized mode of travel (after buses) for pedestrians, in terms of contribution to fatalities, in both Mumbai and Bangalore. l However, safety of auto-rickshaw occupants is a key issue of concern, due to mixed-flow traffic conditions in Indian cities as well as current vehicle design aspects, which needs to be addressed urgently. l Meanwhile, the population of Indian cities will grow from an estimated 340 million in 2008 to 590 million by 2030. w
road transportation
Cabinet approves petition against drunken driving

The petition given by activist Prince Singhal to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways for amendment to Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, has been approved by the Cabinet and would soon be incorporated as law. Almost 1,34,000 people die in road accidents annually in India, and about 70 per cent of these are due to drunk driving. In an effort to strengthen his fight against drunk driving and comprehensively addressing this preventable social menace, activist Prince Singhal had met and presented a petition to Mr. C.P. Joshi, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, with recommendations to curb this menace with tough penalties as part of the Motor Vehicles Act. Singhal says: Drunk driving should be considered a premeditated crime, and it should be made nonbailable, especially in cases of death caused due to drunk driving. In the present context I feel that even though higher fines would prove to be a deterrent, the key lies in systematic and positive enforcement, and thus I have also suggested the formation of a Special Monitoring Committee to overview the overall enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act by the police in a corruptionfree manner. Such a body should also function as an appellate body providing a suitable platform for grievance redressal aimed at empowering citizens to lodge their complaint. w
Awards & ACHIEVEMENTS
IndianOil wins prestigious Hart Energy Award

The two companies were recognized for their corporate achievement in three primary categories of cleaner environment, for producing cleaner, higher-quality gasoline and diesel fuel; investment and corporate growth, with the recipients operating with the highest international refining standards; and innovative use of resources in diverse environments as well as vision and ability to chart future changes. PetroChina, Saudi Aramco, Chevron and Pemex are some of the previous winners of this energy award. Hart Energy is a Houston-based information provider to the worlds energy industry. Its market-leading publications include the Oil and Gas Investor, E&P, FUEL and Midstream Business. IndianOil, ranked 98th in the Fortune Global 500 list has been a forerunner in the development of alternative sources of energy. Its R&D Centre has made significant contributions to the development of ethanolblended petrol, production of biodiesel from various non-edible oils and the commissioning of hydrogenCNG fuel dispensing station. The R&D division of the Corporation is the countrys foremost research center for refinery process technologies, lubricants, fuel additives, engine testing, material and environmental sciences, pipeline transportation and alternative fuels. w
Dr. R.K. Malhotra, Director (Research & Development), IOC
IndianOil has won the prestigious Hart Energy Award for its contributions towards a cleaner environment. Along with LyondellBasell, Indian Oil has been announced as the winner in the Refining & Energy Company of the Year awards category at the World Refining & FUEL conference, Unconventional Feedstocks & Fuels Mandates: Operating Amid Change held recently in San Diego. The Hart Energy Sr. Vice President, Mr. E. Kristine Klayers, speaking on the occasion, observed: For 25 years, we have identified companies which have excelled in both global energy and refining. This year, IndianOil and LyondellBasell exem-
plify the traditions that are embodied in this prestigious award.
Dr. RK Malhotra, accepting the award on behalf of the Corporation, said that some of the companys R&D efforts such as its innovative refining catalyst technology have made significant differences and are a result of IndianOils efforts in consistently pursuing excellence in innovation and business processes.
German Order of Merit conferred on Dr. Abhay Firodia

to 1950 when Shri. N.K. Firodia partnered with Vidal & Sohn Tempo Werke Germany to manufacture the HANSEAT 3-wheelers. Our association and collaboration has grown steadily over the past five decades with business and technical alliances with global leaders like Daimler, MAN, ZF and other leading companies. Under his guidance Force Motors has created a strong engineering From left, Mrs. Firodia, Dr. Abhay Firodia, Chairman, Force Motors, Dr. Leopold Theo- infrastructure and R&D dor Heldman, Council General at the German Consulate in Mumbai, and Mr. B. Stein- facility. His leaderruecke, Director General, Indo German Chamber of Commerce ship continues to guide Dr. Abhay Firodia, Chairman, Roy, Sister Mary Prema; Superior the company in the manufacture of Force Motors Ltd., was conferred the General of the Missionaries of Char- utilitarian, cost-effective, and qualOrder of Merit of the Federal Re- ity of Calcutta, and Amha Selassie; ity products, especially suited for the Indian economy and rural condipublic of Germany by Dr. Leopold Emperor of Ethiopia. Speaking on this occasion, Dr. tions. Theodor Heldman, Consul General, Force Motors half-a-century of Mumbai, at an award presentation Firodia said: It is a great honour ceremony organized on February and privilege to be recognized by active collaborations with German 16 at the Indo-German Chamber of the Federal Republic of Germany companies has been enhanced by with the Order of Merit. I would Dr. Firodia with new alliances and Commerce in Pune. The previous recipients of this like to thank all members associated partnerships in the last decade. Mrs. Firodia, Dr. Abhay Firodia, award include Chancellor Helmut with this award. Force Motors reChairman, Force Motors Ltd., Dr. Kohl, Mr. Subrato Haldar, Mr. B.G. lationship with Germany dates back The Order of Merit is the highest honour awarded to individu- Leopold Theodor Heldman, Council General at the German Consulate in als for their exemplary services to the Federal Republic of Ger- Mumbai, and Mr. B. Steinruecke, many. Individuals who have made significant contributions in Director General, Indo German social, intellectual, economic or political realms are honoured Chember of Commerce, at the award with this award. presentation ceremony in Mumbai.w
Best Safety Worker Award for Indo-MIM

Mr. Ramprasad has presented various Kaizens regarding safety, quality, productivity and cost reduction. He not only adheres to work procedures and safety health and environment (SHE) guidelines, but also has been an excellent leader in guiding others to follow the same effectively.
are in the field of process, equipment and employee safety. He has shown keen interest and initiative in learnMr. Ramprasad. K, Senior Technician - Maintenance Department, Indo-US MIM Tec ing and implementing Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore, (third from left), receiving the State-level first prize for the Best Safety Worker from Mr. B.N. Bache Gowda, Karnataka Minister for Labour & Seri- the 5S, 3M, Kaizen, cost reduction, producculture tivity, and automation, Indo-MIM accords top priority to was held in February in which Indo- besides safety. He has also been worker safety. Safety practises fol- MIM participated and was well re- instrumental in implementing the hydraulic and pneumatic concepts at lowed by the company have their warded. Selection of the company safety the floor level. focus on zero accident, and the emMr. Ramprasad was selected as ployees are motivated and driven worker began in the first week of by the safety events held at regular January. He was none other than the Best Safety Worker in the meMr. Ramprasad. K, a Senior Techni- dium-scale industry by the Institute intervals. The Karnataka State Safety In- cian - Maintenance Department, for this year. The prize was presented by stitute in Bangalore conducts a the past 13 years. He is extremely Mr. B.N. Bache Gowda, the KarnaState-level Best Safety Worker committed towards safety and im- taka Minister for Labour & Sericulcompetition every year for all the plemented numerous safe working ture, at a function held on the 41st manufacturing industries in differ- practices at the company during National Safety Day on March 4. w ent sectors. This years competition 2011. His significant contributions
Indo-Australian Award for Meritorious Service to A.K. Tareen Contribution to auto sector growth lauded
By R. Natarajan, Managing Editor
Mr. A.K. Tareen, South Australias Sr. Trade Commisioner to India, (third from left), receiving the award from Mr. Peter Varghese, Australian High Commissioner. The others (from left) are Dr. Susan Marthandan, General Secretary, Mr. K.V. Mathew, President, IAA, Mr. Atul Chandra, Advisor, Reliance Industries, and Mr. C. Sarat Chandran, IACC Director
Mr. A.K. Tareen, South Australias Senior Trade Commissioner to India, has been chosen for the prestigious Indo Australian Award for Meritorious Service. This is the highest Award given away by the Indo Australian Association (IAA), the only bilateral cultural association established 27 years ago to promote closer people-to-people relationships between Australia and India. The Association recognises and honours distinguished people in both countries who have made significant contribution for community development. The Award was presented to Mr. Tareen by Mr. Peter Varghese, High Commissioner, Australian High Commission, New Delhi, at a special function organised by the Indo Australian Association in Chennai.
Mr. K.V. Mathew, President of the Indo Australian Association, in his welcome address, said, Mr. Tareen is a unanimous choice for this great honour as he, more than anybody else, has been able to bring Australia and India closer through his significant and systematic efforts. Mr. Tareen has been advising the Australian Government and businesses for nearly 17 years during which he has held several senior positions in both the Australian federal and state governments. He is considered one of Australias senior most experts on India and has made a significant contribution to bilateral trade and cultural relationships since 1995. Mr. Peter Varghese, in his special address, said it is a measure of work done by Mr. Tareen to receive the
Award and it is a fitting tribute for him. Mr. Atul Chandra, Advisor, Reliance Industries Ltd., in his felicitation address, said Mr. Tareen, who has been the unanimous choice for the Award, is a noble-hearted, charming and friendly personality. Mr. C. Sarat Chandran, Director, Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce, while felicitating Mr. Tareen, described him as a most visible person in Austrade and his success lies in his liking any job he handles. He is the 21st century product born in the 20th century. During his tenure at Austrade, he has contributed a lot towards building Indo-Australian bilateral trade, particularly in the automobile sector.
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Tareen said he considered the Award presented to him as Oscar Award that came when he completed 25 years of service. Even though Indo-Australian bilateral trade was a meagre $0.5 million when he joined Austrade in 1995, it has grown multifold over the years. Also, with increasing exports from India to Australia, the country has become the fifth largest trading partner. The recent years have also witnessed a 25 per cent year-onyear growth in Australian exports to India.
CII (SR) EHS Award for TVS Motor Company

The Confederation of Indian Industry (Southern Region) recently held the Leadership in Excellence in Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Award 2011. The competition had participation by 63 companies in the Large, Medium and Small Scale categories from across the region. TVS Motor Company, Hosur, Jubilant Life Sciences Ltd., Nanjangud, and Honeywell Electrical Devices & Systems India Ltd., Chennai, won the first places respectively under the Large, Medium and Small Scale categories. w
Mr. Ramesh Kymal, Chairman, Corporate Sustainability Initiative Forum, CII (SR), and Chairman & Managing Director, Gamesa Wind Turbines Pvt. Ltd., (third from left), presenting the CII-SR EHS Award Trophy to the representative from TVS Motor Company, Hosur. Mr. Nicolas Beaumont, Co-Chairman, Corporate Sustainability Initiative Forum, CII (SR), and President & Managing Director, Michelin India Tamil Nadu Tyres Pvt. Ltd., is also in the picture
Kerala CM honours Dr. N.S. Srinivasan

ning, implementation and monitoring of road and traffic projects in the State. He was the main architect of the comprehensive road and traffic improvements project of international standard carried out in Thiruvananthapuram with public private participation (PPP). This is the first urban road development project of this kind carried out in the country with such participation. Dr. Srinivasan had a key role in the scientific selection of 1100 km of priority roads (State Highways and District Roads) and construction of high quality roads. The rate of return of this project has been found to be high. A separate organization (Special Purpose Vehicle) is being set Mr. Oommen Chandy, Kerala Chief Minister, honouring Dr. N.S. up to implement this project. Srinivasan by presenting a memento in recognition of his valuHe worked out comprehensive road and traffic able services related to road and traffic projects in the State. improvement schemes for Kochi and Kochikode Dr. N.S. Srinivasan, a renowned highway and traffic similar to the Thiruvananthapuram project. These expert, was recently honoured by the Kerala Chief Min- schemes are now being implemented. Action is also being taken to plan and implement such ister, Mr. Oommen Chandy, for his valuable services road and traffic schemes in Kottayam, Thrissur, Malaprelated to road and traffic projects in the State. As Advisor to the Kerala Road Fund Board (KRFB), puram and Kannur towns. w Dr. Srinivasan rendered technical guidance in planMOTORINDIA l April 2012 127
men at the helm
Manish Sahi is new MD of Volvo Buses

Mr. Manish Sahi has been appointed Managing Director of Volvo Buses in India responsible for the South Asia region. The appointment follows the elevation of Mr. Akash Passey as Senior Vice President - Business Region International, Volvo Bus Corporation, responsible for Region International, and Chairman of the Board of Volvo Buses in India in January last.
Sam Burman joins AL as Chief Technology Officer
In his new role, Mr. Manish will head Volvo Buses in the region towards achieving the objective of becoming a $1 billion company with sales of 5,000 buses per annum. This is part of the Asia Leverage programme, wherein India, along with China, will account for a significant part of the total sales for Volvo Bus Corporation globally.
Mr. Manish has over 18 years of rich experience in business development, channel development and HR across the commercial vehicle and financing industry. Earlier, from 2003 to 2006, he was also the National Sales Head at Volvo Buses in India, following which he had worked outside the group before rejoining the company in 2010.
Mr. Akash Passey observed: India will play a key role in the future plans of the region, with ambitious growth plans across commercial, product, industrial and market arenas. I believe that the diverse experience that Manish brings with him will be an asset in the future. I wish him all the best for his new assignment and continued success. Mr. Manish Sahi said: Volvo has been at the forefront of driving the quality of life of millions of passengers over the last decade. The company is now ready for the next phase of growth. It is a privilege for me to lead Volvo Buses in the region, and I will work towards consolidating the leadership position already established. w
Ashok Leyland has appointed Mr. Sam Burman as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO) responsible for the Product Development, Advanced Engineering and Product Planning functions. Prior to joining Ashok Leyland, Mr. Burman was with IVECO, Italy, as Senior Vice President for medium and heavy trucks. Born in Sweden, Mr. Burman is a Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience in the global truck and bus industry in various capacities across Europe, South America, China, Australia, South Africa and the US. His long association with Scania saw him handling different assignments across the globe. w
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R. Dinesh made Chairman of CII TN State Council

Mr. R. Dinesh, Joint Managing Director, T V Sundram Iyengar & Sons Ltd., Madurai, has been elected Chairman of CII Tamil Nadu State Council for 2012-13. Mr. Dinesh has been closely associated with CII and was the Vice Chairman of the CII Tamil Nadu State Council during 2011-12 and was also Chairman of the CII Madurai Zonal Council during 2008-09. He was also the Chairman of Infrastructure Task Force, CII Tamil Nadu, during 2011-12. The Managing Director of TVS Logistics Services Ltd., Mr. Dinesh is also an Associate Member of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the Institute of Cost & Works Accountants of India. Recently CII honoured him with the Emerging Entrepreneurs Award. w
Erik Schiphorst is new Groeneveld Mktg. Director

Mr. Erik Schiphorst has been appointed Director (Marketing & Sales) of Groeneveld Transport Efficiency in Gorinchem, active in automatic greasing systems, oil management and Greensight active safety systems. Mr. Erik Schiphorst will be responsible for the worldwide sales activities through the more than 30 whollyowned Groeneveld subsidiaries, importers and dealers, as well as leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, trailers and earth-moving equipment. He has a masters degree in Business Economics and studied at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. As from 2000 he consecutively held the positions of Managing Director of Volvo Trucks Netherlands and Volvo Trucks Austria. Since August 2005 he held the positions of Director (Sales and Marketing) and Vice-Chairman of the Board TVM Insurances. w
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Senior management-level changes at Nissan

Mr. Toru Hasegawa, currently President, Nissan Motor Asia Pacific Co. Ltd. (NMAP) and Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co. Ltd. and Regional Vice President, Asia & Oceania Operations, has been appointed Corporate Vice President, Africa, Middle East and India (AMI).
Mr. Hasegawa, who will report to Mr. Trevor Mann replaces Mr. Gilles Normand who is leaving to take up a senior position with Nissans alliance partner, Renault.
Mr. Hasegawa joined Nissan in 1981 and has held a number of senior posts within the company. These include Managing Director of Nissan Middle East where he oversaw an 80 per cent increase in regional sales during 2005-2008. As CVP for the AMI region, from April 1, he will be in charge of all related consolidated companies within the region and will hold responsibility for overall performance, including manufacturing, sales and purchasing functions. Nissan has also announced that Mr. Takayuki Ishida, currently General Manager, India Department at Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. in Japan, will relocate to Chennai to take up the role of Managing Director, Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL). He will be responsible for Nissans continued expansion within the high-growth
Mr. Takayuki Ishida
Mr. Toshihiko Sano
Nissan Motor Ltd. has announced changes in its senior management team in India and in the region, which will continue establishing the company as an increasingly important brand in one of its key strategic world markets. Mr. Trevor Mann, currently Senior Vice President, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Production Engineering and Purchasing for Europe in Nissan International S.A., has been appointed Senior Vice President, Global Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Operating Committee - Africa, Middle East and India (OC-AMI).
Indian market, including product introduction, sales and network development, and will report to Mr. Hasegawa. Mr. Kiminobu Tokuyama, who is currently Managing Director of Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd., is returning to Japan to take up an executive position with the Yorozu Corporation, which has been one of the leading automobile component suppliers of Nissan and is fast expanding its overseas operations. Mr. Toshihiko Sano, currently General Manager, Vehicle Production Engineering with Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. (NML) in Japan, has been
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promoted as Managing Director, Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt. Ltd. (RNAIPL). As such, he will relocate to Chennai and assume responsibility for Nissans manufacturing operations at the Alliance production facility in Oragadam, reporting to Mr. Toru Hasegawa. Mr. Sano has over 30 years experience with Nissan working in several production facilities in Japan, Indonesia and North America in a range of key engineering roles, including new model launch preparation. One of his responsibilities at RNAIPL will be to manage the continued development of the Chennai plant, which recently doubled its production capacity to 400,000 units per year. Mr. Kou Kimura, currently Managing Director of the Chennai plant, will return to Japan to take up a senior position within NMLs Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering Division. Mr. Toru Hasegawa commented: Nissan is having an increasingly significant presence in India. We recently added to our already broad product range with the popular Sunny sedan and announced that the all-new Evalia will go into production in Chennai this summer. We are targeting one lakh vehicle sales in India by 2013 supported by a tripling of our retail network. And, from 2014, we will introduce the Datsun brand focusing on qualitydriven products that are relevant to our Indian customers. Achieving our ambitions for India will be challenging, but I have every confidence that the local management team we are announcing today will build on the significant achievements of their predecessors. w
New CII (SR) office-bearers
Mr. G.V. Sanjay Reddy
Mr. B. Santhanam
Mr. G.V. Sanjay Reddy, Vice Chairman, GVK Industries Ltd., Hyderabad, and Mr. B. Santhanam, Founder Managing Director, Saint Gobain Glass India Ltd., Chennai, have been elected Chairman and Deputy Chairman respectively of CII Southern Region for 2012-13. Mr. Sanjay Reddy has been closely associated with CII and was the Deputy Chairman of CII - Southern Region for 201112. He was also the Chairman of the CII Infrastructure Council during 2010-11. He has been active in many CII initiatives, including the CII Young Indians, as the National Chairman during 2003-04. Mr. Santhanam is an active member of CII and has held several positions. He was the Chairman of the CII National Committee on Skills and Human Resources during 2006-2010 and Chairman of Skills & Employability Sub-Committee of CII Southern Region during 2011-12. As the Founder Managing Director of Saint-Gobain Glass India, Mr. Santhanam enabled the company to achieve, in a short time, quality, technical and market leadership position.
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R. Sridhar is MD & CEO of Shriram Capital

Mr. R. Sridhar, Managing Director of Shriram Transport Finance Company Ltd. (STFC), has been appointed Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of Shriram Capital Ltd. (SCL) with effect from April 1. He will continue to serve on the STFC Board as a nominee of the Shriram Group.
In order to take up his new responsibilities in Shriram Capital, Mr. Sridhar will be relocating to Chennai. He will be involving himself in a number of group level activities, including strategic planning, capital markets relationship, rating agencies, etc., as well as investor relations for all the financial services entities within the group. SCL is the apex holding company for the financial services entities in the Shriram Group, where the Shriram Ownership Trust holds 85 per cent stake and Texas Pacific Group the balance 15 per cent. Mr. Arun Duggal, Chairman of Shriram Capital, said: Mr. Sridhar has done a commendable job in the last many years, and I am delighted on his appointment as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Shriram Capital. This move had been planned for
Mr. R. Sridhar
several months to take advantage of the relationships Mr. Sridhar has built with the financial community, regulators, media and others on a broader platform of Shriram Capital. I look forward to working closely with Mr. Sridhar in the coming years to further strengthen and grow Shriram Capital.
Mr. Sridhar has been associated with STFC since 1985. He was appointed Managing Director of STFC for the first time in 2000 and was reappointed in 2005. Under his leadership STFC grew by leaps and bounds and has become the largest asset financing NBFC in India. w
EVENTS
JEC Asia will be held for the first time in June in Singapore during June 26-28. Reflecting the growth in composites in Asia, the lectures and the main show will be based on three themes, namely, aeronautics maintenance repair overhaul (MRO), electric cars and windpowered energy. The whole subject of automation will be addressed across the board both for small-run, high technology structures and for parts for the mass market. Raw materials, resins and fibers will receive a great deal of attention in this region known for its high requirements, with a special focus on composites made from plants. Stimulated by the sharp economic growth and rapid urbanisation in the emerging markets of the Asia Pacific region, the increase in demand for advanced composite materials has remained very steady. In 2010 world production of composites increased by almost five per cent to reach eight million tons. The Asia-Pacific region alone represents 38 per cent of total volume, mainly due to the unprecedented growth in the Chinese and Indian markets. According to the annual survey of the composites market carried out by JEC, which with 250,000 users worldwide is the largest organisation representing the composites sector, Asian production should reach 43 per cent of the global production of composites by 2015. The composites market is growing fast in most developed regions around the world, which in large part is based on industrial development in Asia, says Frdrique Mutel, President and CEO of JEC. The market is increasingly in demand of advanced composites for a wide range of applications. We believe composites will see sustained growth in the construction,
aeronautics, automotive, wind-power and electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) sectors in Asia over the next five years. Last year, the show attracted over 7,000 professional visitors from 51 countries, 76 per cent of them from the Asia-Pacific region. The high attendance of professionals and decisionmakers from Asia convincingly demonstrates that JEC Asia is the only professional event that can bring in everybody in the regional composites value chain, adds Mrs. Mutel. Following the previous four sessions, JEC Asia 2012 will highlight the latest technologies, the technical content and the innovative approaches that are making the news in composites, also offering a unique platform for exchanges of information and exploiting new commercial niches. Malaysia has been selected as the Country of Honor for JEC Asia 2012 based on various criteria, in particular the rapid growth potential of the local composites market, and the solid network established between the worlds of science, technology, R&D, teaching and industry. Over the last 15 years JEC has developed lasting contacts with a large number of professionals and organisations in the Asian composites industry. With the selection of Malaysia as the Country of Honor in 2012, JEC Asia 2012 seeks to promote the products, technologies, research and professional skills on which current developments in composites are based in Malaysia. The composite industry employs 550,000 professionals worldwide and generates 72 billion Euros worth of business. w
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Automechanika Truck Competence Guide to be ready in June

Theres a lot of truck competence at Automechanika, the worlds leading trade fair for the automotive industry. Now, for the first time, visitors to the next Automechanika, from September 11 to 16, can find out exactly how much expertise to expect well before the event starts. A new visitor guide entitled Truck Competence will be published in June that offers orientation for all visitors interested in products and solutions in the field of commercial vehicles, e.g., transport companies, forwarding agents, fleet operators and specialists from service companies in the commercial vehicle field. The brochure lists all exhibitors with products and solutions for the CV sector and is arranged by the Automechanika product groups. Among the companies represented will be, for example, Washtec with its first gantry wash for trucks, Werbas with special workshop software
The spectrum covered is broad and, in accordance with the concept of the fair, extends along the entire commercial vehicle value chain from parts and accessories, via workshop equipment, to accessories, bodywork repairs and care.
for commercial vehicles, Maha with testing and lifting equipment, ZF with transmissions, TRW with steering systems for trucks, Haugg Group with engine radiators and parts for airconditioning systems, Landport B.V. and AtlasBX with batteries, and Service Technology GmbH with fuel tanks and tank accessories. From mid-July, visitors will also be able to search specifically for exhibitors and products using the Truck Competence filter online at www.automechanika.com. An event for truck enthusiasts on the southwest outdoor area is also planned. Visitors who want to gain an overall impression should look for the orange Truck Competence logo on the exhibition stands, which Messe Frankfurt has developed especially for the companies appearing in this new guide. w
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Comparative Production, Domestic Sales and Exports Date for : April-February 2012
Category Segment/Subsegment Segment/Subsegment I Passenger Vehicles ( PVs ) Passenger Cars Utility Vehicles(UVs) Vans Total Passenger Vehicles (PVs) II Commercial Vehicles (CVs) M&HCVs Passenger Carriers Goods Carriers Total M&HCVs LCVs, Passenger Carriers Goods Carriers Total LCVs Total Commercial Vehicles III Three Wheelers Passenger Carrier Goods Carrier Total Three Wheelers IV Two wheelers Scooter/Scooterettee Motor cycles/Step-Through Mopeds Total Two wheelers Grand Total of All Categories Production April-February
2010-11 2011-12 %change
(Number of Vehicles)
Domestic Sales April-February

2010-11 2011-12 %change 2010-11
Exports April-February
2011-12 %change
2200,602 2257,505 282,486 329,287 196,085 216,486 2679,173 2803,278
2.59 16.57 10.40 4.63
1780,740 1786,249 285,048 326,824 193,516 212,881 2259,304 2325,954
0.31 14.66 10.01 2.95
387,620 3,427 2,215 393,262
450,439 4,606 1,803 456,848
16.21 34.40 -18.60 16.17
50,103 257,905 308,008 40,208 331,012 371,220 679,228 632,364 92,168 724,532 1932,856 9538,767 639,132 12110,755 16193,688
47,668 299,080 346,748 46,303 445,482 491,785 838,533 710,113 100,423 810,536 2397,602 10989,117 712,561 14099,280 18551,627
-4.86 15.97 12.58 15.16 34.58 32.48 23.45 12.29 8.96 11.87
42,549 240,108 282,657 39,771 283,732 323,503 606,160 389,286 90,227 479,513
43,177 265,573 308,750 43,477 366,890 410,367 719,117 373,239 97,736 470,975
1.48 10.61 9.23 9.32 29.31 26.85 18.63 -4.12 8.32 -1.78 23.28 13.12 10.86 14.77 12.46
9,301 16,348 25,649 3,098 37,170 40,268 65,917 248,206 1,408 249,614
8,275 16,842 25,117 4,601 54,768 59,369 84,486 340,214 1,875 342,089
-11.03 3.02 -2.07 48.52 47.34 47.43 28.17 37.07 33.17 37.05 83.11 24.89 51.02 26.86 26.12
24.04 1869,703 2304,878 15.20 8172,944 9245,443 11.49 633,259 702,041 16.42 10675,906 12252,362 14.56 14020,883 15768,408
45,411 83,152 1368,941 1709,643 5,970 9,016 1420,322 1801,811 2129,115 2685,234
Segment & Company wise report for the month of Feb.12 and cumulative for April-February 2012
Category Segment/Subsegment Manufacturer
I Passenger Vehicles ( PVs ) A: Passenger Cars BMW India Pvt Ltd Fiat India Automobiles Pvt Ltd Ford India Pvt Ltd General Motors India Pvt Ltd Hindustan Motors Ltd Honda Siel Cars India Ltd Hyundai Motor India Ltd Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd Maruti Suzuki India Ltd Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd* Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd Renault India Pvt Ltd SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd Tata Motors Ltd Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd Volkswagen - Audi Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd Total A: Passenger Cars
(Number of Vehicles) Exports Cumulative April-February
Production For the month of February 2010

NA 1,887 10,535 8,129 323 5,193 51,900 1,013 100,066 NA 12,329 0 2,197 27,080 3,703 NA 7,044 231,399
Domestic Sales For the month of February Cumulative April-February February
Cumulative April-February
For the month of
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
NA 192 10,947 6,557 297 8,905 52,262 1,639 109,708 NA 11,622 756 3,788 31,276 9,036 NA 6,566 253,551 2,338 3,148 NA NA 3,171 3,442 NA 19,885 14,449 1,842 1,705 19,247 14,658 104 97,251 105,314 8,957 8,012 85,241 81,413 1,433 82,225 80,038 7,505 6,868 79,325 78,401 20 6,398 2,708 313 207 6,359 2,489 0 53,719 38,784 4,822 8,756 55,431 43,093 8 535,609 570,613 32,503 36,658 327,203 348,168 19,378 10,697 16,219 1,151 1,632 8,991 16,076 0 996,034 871,848 87,851 94,118 871,059 756,972 9,911 2,564 3,746 NA NA 2,731 3,098 NA 64,235 115,059 2,045 5,348 10,495 27,121 12,184 0 3,717 0 639 0 2,624 0 18,958 29,838 2,259 3,671 18,959 27,736 0 251,459 247,650 26,772 28,236 232,863 227,776 238 14,739 81,255 3,791 9,023 14,948 80,914 0 0 0 NA NA 1,205 2,319 NA 44,491 73,119 7,079 6,529 43,512 69,949 0 2200,602 2257,505 186,890 211,402 1780,740 1786,249 43,276 NA 0 0 0 1,242 1,403 2,389 10,577 22,494 44 373 415 0 0 4 11 80 47 15,050 209,339 217,428 0 1,904 0 11,184 124,643 112,619 NA 0 0 5,199 32,678 89,615 0 0 0 0 0 0 597 6,784 6,414 0 0 0 NA 0 0 0 0 0 34,474 387,620 450,439
statistics

Production For the month of February 2010 Cumulative April-February
For the month of
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
NA 0 2714 602 3,051 4,545 4 2,767 2,153 1,934 17,045 20,147 101 2,357 1,759 0 0 0 73 333 1,377 31 565 440 19,283 155,219 186,470 93 3,836 4,491 NA 0 0 0 0 0 76 0 394 130 1,094 1,999 5,584 37,091 41,703 7,644 59,128 61,095 NA 0 0 0 0 0 35,555 282,486 329,287 NA 281 336 1,691 223 21 126 27 14,288 156 NA 36 0 253 4,338 5,517 NA 0 27,293 NA 256 2453 625 2,982 4,406 23 2,811 2,226 1,989 18,452 21,084 97 2,350 1,750 100 456 318 147 341 1,489 34 632 447 18,941 152,903 181,019 230 5,046 4,995 NA 197 403 23 431 272 34 0 335 118 1,003 1,531 5,494 37,084 41,959 7,636 59,414 61,069 NA 687 1,062 0 3 6 35,491 285,048 326,824 NA 30 0 0 0 0 0 0 187 25 NA 0 0 0 22 0 NA 0 264 NA 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 473 8 NA 0 0 0 70 0 NA 0 551 0 30 0 5 0 0 0 0 2,465 199 0 0 0 0 728 0 0 0 3,427 0 1 0 74 0 0 0 0 3,785 147 0 0 0 0 599 0 0 0 4,606
B: Utility Vehicles(UVs) BMW India Pvt Ltd NA Force Motors Ltd 341 Ford India Pvt Ltd 303 General Motors India Pvt Ltd 1,565 Hindustan Motors Ltd 223 Honda Siel Cars India Ltd 0 Hyundai Motor India Ltd 130 International Cars & Motors Ltd 14 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 14,633 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd 232 Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd* NA Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd 0 Renault India Pvt Ltd 0 SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd 293 Tata Motors Ltd 4,345 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd 5,521 Volkswagen - Audi NA Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd 0 Total B: Utility Vehicles(UVs) 27,600 C: Vans Force Motors Ltd 49 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 638 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd 14,085 Tata Motors Ltd 3,913 Total C: Vans 18,685 Total Passenger Vehicles (PVs) 277,684 II Commercial Vehicles (CVs) M&HCVs A: Passenger Carriers Ashok Leyland Ltd 1,750 JCBL Ltd 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 0 Mahindra Navistar Automotives 4 SML Isuzu Ltd 275 Tata Motors Ltd 1,606 VE CVs - Eicher 227 Volvo Buses India Pvt. Ltd. 49 Total A: Passenger Carriers 3,911 B: Goods Carriers Ashok Leyland Ltd 6,974 Asia Motor Works Ltd 642 Daimler India Commercial Vehicles NA Mahindra Navistar Automotives 201 SML Isuzu Ltd 491 Tata Motors Ltd 16,642 VE CVs - Eicher 2,602 VE CVs - Volvo 91 Total B: Goods Carriers 27,643 Total M&HCVs 31,554 LCVs A: Passenger Carriers Ashok Leyland Ltd 64 Force Motors Ltd 1,132 Hindustan Motors Ltd 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 0 Mahindra Navistar Automotives 308 SML Isuzu Ltd 166 Tata Motors Ltd 1,534
0 276 100 28 1 204 140 0 0 2,261 1,099 23,763 310 2,411 377 23,261 0 0 13,188 148,545 132,975 13,536 13,305 146,210 131,625 166 104 7,401 46,165 59,648 4,434 7,231 46,725 57,855 90 111 22,850 196,085 216,486 18,308 22,948 193,516 212,881 256 215 311,956 2679,173 2803,278 232,491 269,841 2259,304 2325,954 43,796 35,240
0 0 0 21 1,896 1,378 319 404 2,215 1,803 393,262 456,848
2,613 0 0 16 503 809 412 73 4,426
22,764 22,378 1,638 2,023 18,113 17,820 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 360 133 15 0 418 7 3,178 2,992 262 317 2,795 2,842 21,150 17,844 1,445 2,448 18,538 18,526 2,153 3,687 183 280 2,189 3,363 498 633 43 68 496 618 50,103 47,668 3,586 5,136 42,549 43,177 7,316 690 NA 180 460 16,187 2,708 80 27,621 31,207 6,101 747 NA 497 473 16,884 3,048 23 27,773 32,909 53,790 5,977 103 625 3,944 150,251 24,486 932 240,108 282,657 583 11,927 0 0 4,012 2,645 18,524
498 0 0 0 0 247 8 6 759
653 0 0 0 0 280 18 3 954
4,385 0 5 0 4 4,723 178 6 9,301 4,922 0 0 0 178 10,124 1,124 0 16,348 25,649 143 125 0 7 0 35 2,382
4,501 0 0 0 5 3,512 252 5 8,275 6,072 0 0 0 336 9,560 874 0 16,842 25,117 714 130 0 13 0 19 3,536
7,350 60,685 60,124 750 5,804 9,218 NA 188 120 543 1,386 2,675 498 4,268 4,748 19,573 159,350 189,842 3,159 25,266 31,816 3 958 537 31,876 257,905 299,080 36,302 308,008 346,748 47 1,255 0 0 409 164 1,428 849 12,138 0 0 4,087 2,447 18,197
52,891 285 624 8,827 0 0 85 NA NA 2,979 0 0 4,304 0 30 166,516 1,064 869 29,381 117 51 590 0 0 265,573 1,466 1,574 308,750 2,225 2,528 353 15,061 0 0 3,997 2,784 18,459 33 25 0 0 0 5 215 75 0 0 0 0 0 220
1,190 30 45 15,625 1,112 1,611 2 0 0 0 0 0 4,161 260 272 3,043 287 254 19,220 1,436 1,614
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406 3,098 189 4,601
Production For the month of February 2010

495 3,798
Domestic Sales For the month of February Cumulative April-February

2,080 39,771 2,823 43,477 5,382 6,588 164 114,716 5,321 9,992 1,196 217,874 5,657 366,890 410,367 719,117
Cumulative April-February
2,490 40,208
For the month of February

10 288 0 70 0 1,057 0 0 42 2,502 118 3,789 4,077 6,302 30 325 0 5 0 2,121 0 0 20 3,268 151 5,565 5,890 8,418
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
3,062 197 318 46,303 3,322 4,114
VE CVs - Eicher 365 Total A: Passenger Carriers 3,569 B: Goods Carriers Ashok Leyland Ltd 0 Force Motors Ltd 975 Hindustan Motors Ltd 1 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 9,598 Mahindra Navistar Automotives 501 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 755 SML Isuzu Ltd 218 Tata Motors Ltd 21,836 VE CVs - Eicher 708 Total B: Goods Carriers 34,592 Total LCVs 38,161 Total Commercial Vehicles 69,715 III Three Wheelers A: Passenger Carrier Atul Auto Limited 1,066 Bajaj Auto Ltd 37,283 Force Motors Ltd 17 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 4,183 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 13,654 Scooters India Ltd 659 TVS Motor Company Ltd 3,718 Total A: Passenger Carrier 60,580 B: Goods Carrier Atul Auto Limited 862 Bajaj Auto Ltd 693 Force Motors Ltd 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 1,845 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 5,856 Scooters India Ltd 721 Total B: Goods Carrier 9,977 Total Three Wheelers 70,557 IV Two wheelers A: Scooter/Scooterettee Bajaj Auto Ltd 0 Hero MotoCorp Ltd 35,179 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 75,788 Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd 13,008 Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd 22,800 TVS Motor Company Ltd 43,047 Total A: Scooter/Scooterettee 189,822 B: Motor cycles/Step- Through Bajaj Auto Ltd 288,155 H-D Motor Company India Pvt Ltd 0 Hero MotoCorp Ltd 442,201 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 63,951 India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd 33,371 Royal Enfield (Unit of Eicher Ltd) 5,575 Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd 5,657 TVS Motor Company Ltd 52,946 Total B: Motor cycles/Step-Through 891,856 C: Mopeds TVS Motor Company Ltd 61,334 Total C: Mopeds 61,334 Total Two wheelers 1143,012 Grand Total of All Categories 1560,968
1,633 24 5,551 0 1,582 1 612 7,887 7,020 645 630 7,131 3 319 163 12 6 301 13,213 104,103 135,646 9,593 11,111 93,691 562 5,328 5,673 445 486 5,143 724 8,487 10,258 900 593 8,444 136 1,521 1,691 149 123 1,060 31,227 197,048 272,366 17,927 24,797 163,444 609 6,295 7,114 575 540 4,517 48,719 331,012 445,482 30,246 39,868 283,732 52,517 371,220 491,785 33,568 43,982 323,503 88,819 679,228 838,533 64,775 76,891 606,160 1,326 9,558 12,786 1,021 43,443 395,188 468,779 18,618 97 101 462 4 4,328 41,417 49,086 3,802 11,987 144,137 134,098 12,993 733 6,278 7,525 758 2,201 35,685 37,377 1,850 64,115 632,364 710,113 39,046 1,401 7,800 11,873 871 765 4,077 7,097 678 0 15 0 0 1,751 17,309 18,203 1,923 4,903 56,602 54,997 5,749 795 6,365 8,253 611 9,615 92,168 100,423 9,832 73,730 724,532 810,536 48,878 0 43,816 122,959 9,434 32,635 39,672 248,516 310,294 116 479,927 83,534 43,625 8,005 4,796 64,320 994,617 71,473 71,473 1314,606 1789,111
0 0 131 112 0 25 10,281 19,266 0 0 18 17 454 404 25,231 33,507 1,055 1,437 37,170 54,768 40,268 59,369 65,917 84,486
1,178 9,330 12,412 16 0 233 216 16,397 184,118 178,459 20,921 24,685 215,531 294,950 0 36 11 0 56 84 546 3,541 39,465 45,139 141 24 2,109 2,864 10,009 129,279 116,602 1,595 1,744 15,663 17,223 799 6,211 7,545 0 0 0 0 1,305 20,847 13,071 2,362 1,760 14,586 24,415 33,229 389,286 373,239 25,035 28,269 248,206 340,214 1,333 7,830 11,772 0 0 6 26 734 3,712 7,076 0 0 174 0 0 106 0 0 0 0 0 1,570 16,908 17,212 26 8 237 568 4,477 55,668 53,441 54 198 991 1,281 899 6,003 8,232 0 0 0 0 9,013 90,227 97,736 80 206 1,408 1,875 42,242 479,513 470,975 25,115 28,475 249,614 342,089 27 0 307,259 379,051 813,250 1086,490 145,721 121,768 209,038 257,490 394,408 460,079 1869,703 2304,878 2194,522 0 4457,670 600,866 251,762 48,523 45,031 574,570 8172,944 0 0 1,904 2,744 1,034 596 88 336 44 0 2,220 1,897 5,290 5,573 0 16,242 12,568 1,514 144 14,943 45,411 0 32,555 18,436 2,401 139 29,621 83,152
0 0 0 0 323,260 415,292 33,025 39,464 826,538 1107,413 78,747 122,386 159,591 130,488 12,636 8,355 209,065 258,177 22,937 32,373 414,402 486,232 38,115 34,796 1932,856 2397,602 185,460 237,374 3097,098 3531,119 205,145 203,919 0 689 0 108 4567,085 5308,953 429,928 470,994 679,863 784,108 54,015 75,110 326,841 460,660 23,384 27,050 51,074 74,250 5,259 7,549 45,592 54,546 5,624 4,396 771,214 774,792 52,650 49,067 9538,767 10989,117 776,005 838,193
2356,374 81,512 98,042 918,129 1177,183 626 0 0 0 0 5176,677 7,198 10,263 105,421 118,622 697,015 11,917 7,955 81,748 84,863 325,678 9,662 13,605 78,240 117,327 69,902 296 242 2,196 2,642 46,527 132 559 588 6,282 572,644 18,812 13,952 182,619 202,724 9245,443 129,529 144,618 1368,941 1709,643
639,132 712,561 60,761 68,933 633,259 702,041 642 351 5,970 9,016 639,132 712,561 60,761 68,933 633,259 702,041 642 351 5,970 9,016 12110,755 14099,280 1022,226 1144,500 10675,906 12252,362 135,461 150,542 1420,322 1801,811 16193,688 18551,627 1368,370 1533,474 14020,883 15768,408 210,674 222,675 2129,115 2685,234
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Category & Company wise summary report for the month of February 2012 and YoY Growth

Production For the month of February Cumulative April-February
For the month of
2011 YoY Growth 2011-12 YoY Growth 2011 YoY Growth 2011-12 YoY Growth 2011 YoY Growth 2011-12 YoY Growth
NA 5,862* -89.83 14,449 54.36 4,645 1.04 107,467 -12.41 100,185 -27.11 4,467 71.48 38,784 0.59 571,990 121.43 440 42.37 226,452 7.52 1009,314 NA 3,746** -5.73 115,059 - 4,111 57.35 31,837 25.25 349,001 80.83 142,350 NA 0 -6.79 73,119 12.34 2803,278 150.73 NA NA 5,895* 72.02 NA NA 0 0 -27.34 1,705 -7.44 14,658 -23.84 0 - 1,403 12.96 39.62 626 102.59 4,546 42.69 0 - 1 -96.67 7.45 8,035 -13.54 83,639 -5.01 2,389 66.71 22,494 112.67 0.92 8,857 -3.69 99,485 1.75 44 120.00 489 29.37 -48.98 304 -43.28 4,239 -51.33 0 - 4 -27.80 8,856 82.86 43,411 -22.32 11 37.50 47 -41.25 6.73 36,805 12.80 349,657 6.75 15,050 -22.33 217,428 3.86 -22.12 34 25.93 447 -29.27 0 - 0 35.59 22,984 45.94 220,356 35.80 473 152.94 3,806 -12.89 -12.11 107,653 6.02 893,592 -12.59 11,296 11.82 114,144 -9.94 46.10 NA NA 3,501** 19.57 NA NA 0 0 79.12 5,371 158.10 27,393 150.71 5,199 -57.33 89,615 174.24 - 673 2,959 0 0 58.77 3,789 50.84 29,267 46.61 0 - 0 4.27 40,961 15.24 327,590 3.45 778 122.29 7,417 -5.29 92.71 16,659 78.98 141,983 90.93 0 - 0 - NA NA 3,381 78.70 NA NA 0 0 64.35 6,529 -7.77 69,955 60.76 0 - 0 4.63 269,841 16.07 2325,954 2.95 35,240 -19.54 456,848 16.17 11,287 19.44 0 0 0 242 -5.47 25 0 19,279 87.30 0 17 -5.56 764 13.86 50,115 18.03 2,752 -0.40 0 5 -16.67 84,486 28.17 1.26 36.74 550.00 46.29 11.11 67.39 37.05 28.22 24.26 9.52 49.96 58.59 20.31 777.19 18.59 26.86 26.12
I Passenger Vehicles (PVs) BMW India Pvt Ltd NA Fiat India Automobiles Pvt Ltd 192 Force Motors Ltd 602 Ford India Pvt Ltd 10,951 General Motors India Pvt Ltd 8,491 Hindustan Motors Ltd 398 Honda Siel Cars India Ltd 8,905 Hyundai Motor India Ltd 52,335 International Cars & Motors Ltd 31 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 23,183 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd 122,989 Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd* NA Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd 11,622 Renault India Pvt Ltd 832 SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd 3,918 Tata Motors Ltd 44,261 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd 16,680 Volkswagen - Audi NA Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd 6,566 Total Passenger Vehicles (PVs) 311,956 II Commercial Vehicles (CVs) Ashok Leyland Ltd 11,643 Asia Motor Works Ltd 750 Daimler India Commercial Vehicles NA Force Motors Ltd 1,867 Hindustan Motors Ltd 3 JCBL Ltd 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 13,213 Mahindra Navistar Automotives 1,530 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 724 SML Isuzu Ltd 1,301 Tata Motors Ltd 53,037 VE CVs - Eicher 4,675 VE CVs - Volvo 3 Volvo Buses India Pvt. Ltd. 73 Total Commercial Vehicles 88,819 III Three Wheelers Atul Auto Limited 2,727 Bajaj Auto Ltd 44,208 Force Motors Ltd 97 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 6,079 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 16,890 Scooters India Ltd 1,528 TVS Motor Company Ltd 2,201 Total Three Wheelers 73,730 IV Two wheelers Bajaj Auto Ltd 310,294 H-D Motor Company India Pvt *** 116 Hero MotoCorp Ltd 523,743 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 206,493 India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd 43,625 Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd 9,434 Royal Enfield (Unit of Eicher Ltd) 8,005 Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd 37,431 TVS Motor Company Ltd 175,465 Total Two wheelers 1314,606 Grand Total of All Categories 1789,111
32.49 89,243 5.84 9,751 8.54 76,446 5.46 1,352 65.69 16.82 9,218 58.82 747 8.26 8827 47.68 0 - NA 120 -36.17 NA NA 85 -17.48 NA NA -11.39 22,645 13.08 2,241 27.55 21,649 13.60 5 -94.74 200.00 165 -48.28 6 -50.00 164 -45.51 0 - - 1 - 0 - 1 - 0 - 37.66 135,646 30.30 11,111 15.82 114,716 22.44 2,121 100.66 50.89 12,642 13.27 1,255 39.44 12,304 20.65 0 - -4.11 10,258 20.87 593 -34.11 9,992 18.33 0 - 13.13 12,474 9.29 1,167 0.78 11,126 6.53 50 6.38 27.44 499,272 26.16 45,743 23.65 421,375 20.13 4,637 15.12 19.81 45,679 26.17 4,186 14.28 41,224 23.90 250 -1.19 -96.70 537 -43.95 23 -71.25 590 -36.70 0 - 48.98 633 27.11 68 58.14 618 24.60 3 -50.00 27.40 838,533 23.45 76,891 18.70 719,117 18.63 8,418 33.58 41.44 24,659 16.41 475,876 470.59 462 0.85 67,289 -13.43 189,095 10.72 15,778 -40.80 37,377 4.50 810,536 7.68 - 9.71 47.77 30.73 -27.48 43.59 31.54 11.53 15.01 14.62 3531,119 689 5724,245 1891,521 460,660 130,488 74,250 312,723 1973,585 14099,280 18551,627 42.06 19.19 298.28 14.58 -5.80 24.80 4.74 11.87 2,511 17,131 0 5,111 14,486 1,698 1,305 42,242 32.72 -11.22 - -10.72 -22.71 24.03 -29.46 -13.58 24,184 185,538 11 62,351 170,043 15,777 13,071 470,975 40.93 0 -1.22 24,685 -92.25 56 10.60 32 -8.06 1,942 29.17 0 -37.30 1,760 -1.78 28,475 7.37 98,042 - 0 16.60 13,007 26.12 8,551 29.36 13,605 -16.44 336 44.06 242 19.66 559 8.27 16,200 14.77 150,542 12.46 222,675
- 242 17.99 294,950 - 546 -80.84 3,432 17.77 18,504 - 0 -25.49 24,415 13.38 342,089 20.28 - 42.90 -33.97 40.81 28182 -18.24 217.61 -25.26 11.13 5.70 1177,183 0 151,177 103,299 117,327 2,401 2,642 6,421 241,361 1801,811 2685,234
14.01 203,919 - 108 17.05 510,458 25.57 197,496 40.94 27,050 -18.24 8,355 45.38 7,549 22.80 36,769 8.16 152,796 16.42 1144,500 14.56 1533,474
-0.60 2356,374 - 626 10.26 5555,728 48.76 1783,505 15.68 325,678 -33.88 121,768 43.54 69,902 28.74 304,017 0.84 1734,764 11.96 12252,362 12.07 15768,408
*data only for April-October **data only for April-September *** Cumulative data is only for July-February 2012
statistics
Sub-segment & Company wise report for the month of Feb.12 and cumulative for April-February 2012
Category Segment/Subsegment Manufacturer February 2010 Production For the month of Cumulative April-February Domestic Sales For the month of February Cumulative April-February February Exports For the month of Cumulative April-February (Number of Vehicles)
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
I Passenger Vehicles ( PVs ) A: Passenger Cars - Upto 5 Seats Micro:Seats upto-4, Length Normally <3200 mm, Body Style-Hatchback, Engine Displacement Normally upto 0.8 Litre Regular: Tata Motors Ltd (Nano) 8,530 9,805 58,646 66,817 8,262 9,217 61,725 64,052 0 347 1 2,993 Total 8,530 9,805 58,646 66,817 8,262 9,217 61,725 64,052 0 347 1 2,993 Mini:Seats upto-5, Length Normally <3600 mm, Body Style-Hatchback, Engine Displacement Normally upto 1.0 Litre Regular: General Motors India Pvt Ltd (Spark) 3,162 1,038 31,344 21,726 2,998 1,314 31,314 21,306 10 14 74 81 Hyundai Motor India Ltd (Santro, Eon) 10,946 17,204 108,022 147,350 8,070 16,404 74,945 109,578 3,135 1,516 34,329 30,445 Maruti Suzuki India (M800, A-Star, Alto, Wagon R) 63,793 63,707 625,434 542,644 53,515 49,104 514,439 438,563 8,592 10,028 112,474 100,847 Total 77,901 81,949 764,800 711,720 64,583 66,822 620,698 569,447 11,737 11,556 146,877 131,373 Compact:Seats upto-5, Length Normally between 3600 - 4000 mm, Body Style-Sedan/Estate/Hatch/Notchback, Engine Displacement Normally upto 1.4 Litre Regular: 1,167 88 11,628 10,512 1,085 1,340 10,995 10,778 94 0 1,108 1,098 Fiat India Automobiles (Palio, Grande Punto) Ford India Pvt Ltd (Figo) 9,476 8,933 79,983 85,862 7,883 6,546 69,190 62,979 1,433 2,343 9,539 21,807 General Motors India Pvt Ltd (Beat, UVA) 3,579 4,496 35,988 46,950 3,205 4,695 34,215 45,935 0 23 165 210 790 2,696 3,270 7,129 400 2,402 4,710 7,745 0 3 15 24 Honda Siel Cars India Ltd (Jazz, Brio) Hyundai Motor India Ltd (i10, Getz, i20) 36,331 28,676 375,265 347,380 21,939 15,168 218,697 184,745 14,023 12,036 155,299 165,323 11,500 10,821 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (Ritz, Swift, Estilo) 23,435 29,117 251,899 217,660 21,287 27,899 239,223 207,841 1,249 1,150 12,329 4,171 64,235 94,715 2,030 2,198 10,255 16,965 12,184 873 32,678 81,499 Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd (Micra) 0 487 0 1,772 0 501 0 1,247 0 0 0 0 Renault India Pvt. Ltd. (Pulse) SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd (Fabia) 1,498 769 9,133 14,677 1,466 916 9,325 14,166 0 0 0 0 Tata Motors Ltd (Indica, Indigo CS) 14,610 18,782 157,600 161,271 14,898 17,237 136,338 146,454 194 223 5,438 2,917 0 3,474 0 28,102 0 3,437 0 27,727 0 0 0 0 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Liva) Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Polo) 3,358 3,302 25,249 36,367 3,303 3,839 25,023 35,525 0 0 0 0 Speciality: Fiat India Automobiles (Fiat 500) 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 106,573 104,991 1014,250 1052,397 77,496 86,178 757,972 762,107 29,177 16,651 215,742 283,699 Total Super Compact:Seats upto-5, Length Normally between 4000 - 4250 mm, Body Style-Sedan/Estate/Hatch/Notchback, Engine Displacement Normally upto 1.6 Litre Regular: 3,665 2,042 33,065 30,005 1,224 580 14,111 8,314 2,220 1,498 19,711 21,660 Hyundai Motor India Ltd (Accent) 1,013 1,639 10,697 16,219 1,151 1,632 8,991 16,076 0 0 1,904 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (Verito) Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (Dzire) 9,690 15,078 98,652 94,142 9,490 15,068 97,677 93,681 64 8 621 369 2,717 4,590 4,988 45,128 2,786 4,590 4,844 45,053 0 0 0 0 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Etios) Specialty: 0 0 0 0 25 0 377 59 0 0 0 0 Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Beetle) Total 17,085 23,349 147,402 185,494 14,676 21,870 126,000 163,183 2,284 1,506 22,236 22,029 Mid-Size:Seats upto-5, Length Normally between 4250 - 4500 mm, Body Style-Sedan/Estate/Hatch/Notchback, Engine Displacement Normally upto 1.6 Litre Regular: 1,059 2,014 17,268 19,452 1,074 1,466 16,051 18,434 0 46 1,038 687 Ford India Pvt Ltd (Ikon, Fiesta) 366 192 3,925 1,185 172 49 3,388 1,262 8 7 129 98 General Motors India Pvt Ltd (Aveo) Hindustan Motors Ltd (Lancer) 7 17 458 320 7 17 459 319 0 0 0 0 Honda Siel Cars India Ltd (City) 3,653 6,209 44,093 28,205 3,668 6,052 43,858 31,986 8 8 54 19 Hyundai Motor India Ltd (Verna) 938 4,300 19,056 45,732 1,241 4,506 19,206 45,425 0 0 0 0 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (SX4) 3,148 1,806 20,049 17,402 3,534 2,033 19,685 16,477 6 0 48 582 0 7,426 0 20,191 0 3,130 0 10,011 0 4,326 0 8,116 Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd (Sunny) SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd (Rapid) 0 2,479 0 6,504 0 2,204 0 5,970 0 0 0 0 Tata Motors Ltd (Indigo, Manza) 3,940 2,689 35,213 19,562 3,612 1,782 34,800 17,270 44 27 1,345 504 Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Vento) 3,679 2,701 15,618 32,835 3,548 2,174 14,407 30,159 0 0 0 0 Specialty: 304 250 5,803 2,316 293 159 5,729 2,088 0 0 0 0 Hindustan Motors Ltd (Ambassador) Total 17,094 30,083 161,483 193,704 17,149 23,572 157,583 179,401 66 4,414 2,614 10,010 Executive:Seats upto-5, Length Normally between 4500 - 4700 mm, Body Style-Sedan/Estate/Notchback, Engine Displacement Normally upto 2 Litre Regular: 720 104 8,257 3,937 757 365 8,251 3,880 10 0 134 305 Fiat India Automobiles Pvt Ltd (Linea) 831 10,968 10,177 1,130 810 10,408 9,898 2 0 5 26 General Motors India Pvt Ltd (Optra, Cruze) 1,022 Hindustan Motors Ltd (Cedia) 11 30 136 68 12 30 170 72 0 0 0 0 Honda Siel Cars India Ltd (Civic) 480 0 4,272 2,220 512 208 4,633 2,192 0 0 3 0 Hyundai Motor India Ltd (Elantra) 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (Kizashi) 0 0 0 0 25 14 35 410 0 0 0 0 Renault India Pvt Ltd (Renault FLUENCE ) 0 269 0 1,945 0 138 0 1,377 0 0 0 0 SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd (Laura) 455 325 6,134 5,400 538 370 6,007 4,869 0 0 0 0 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Corolla) 986 972 9,751 8,025 985 996 9,754 7,987 0 0 0 0 Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Jetta) 0 320 3,035 2,317 201 400 3,016 2,770 0 0 0 0 MOTORINDIA l April 2012 139
statistics
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
0 0 0 0 142 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 331 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Specialty: BMW India Pvt Ltd (3 Series) NA NA 1,065 1,172 NA NA 1,372 1,299 NA NA Hindustan Motors Ltd (EVO X) 1 0 1 4 1 1 1 10 0 0 Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd (C-Class)* NA NA 1,229 1,835 NA NA 1,278 1,473 NA NA Volkswagen - Audi (A4) NA NA 0 0 NA 0 707 1,310 NA NA 3,675 2,851 44,848 37,100 4,161 3,332 45,634 37,547 12 0 Total Premium:Seats upto-5, Length Normally between 4700 - 5000 mm, Body Style-Sedan/Estates, Engine Displacement Normally upto 3 Litre Regular: Honda Siel Cars India Ltd (Accord) 270 0 2,084 1,230 242 94 2,230 1,170 0 0 Hyundai Motor India Ltd (Sonata) 20 40 201 146 29 0 242 106 0 0 0 25 0 153 14 19 231 140 0 0 Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd (Teana) SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd (Superb) 244 215 3,691 3,257 255 181 3,627 2,731 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 239 140 0 0 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Camry) Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Passat) 7 243 589 1,600 2 116 662 1,422 0 0 Specialty: NA 1,273 1,976 NA NA 1,431 1,905 NA NA BMW India Pvt Ltd (Gran Turismo, 5 Series) NA Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd (E-Class)* NA NA 1,015 1,633 NA NA 1,078 1,351 NA NA Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Prius) 0 0 0 0 1 0 111 7 0 0 Volkswagen - Audi (A6, A7) NA NA 0 0 NA NA 488 754 0 0 541 523 8,853 9,995 562 410 10,339 9,726 0 0 Total Luxury:Seats upto-5, Length Normally Over 5000 mm, Body Style-Sedan/Estates, Engine Displacement Normally upto 5 Litre Regular: NA NA 0 0 NA NA 307 203 NA NA BMW India Pvt Ltd (7 Series) Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd (S-Class)* NA NA 320 278 NA NA 272 195 NA NA NA NA 0 0 NA NA 5 189 NA NA Volkswagen - Audi (A8) Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Phaeton) 0 0 0 0 0 0 27 14 0 0 Total 0 0 320 278 0 0 611 601 0 0 Coupe:Roadster- 2 Doors; 2/4 Seater, retractable/firm roof (Regular:) NA NA 0 0 NA NA 61 35 0 0 BMW India Pvt Ltd (6 Series, Z4) Mercedes-Benz India (E-Coupe, E-Cabrio, CLS, CLK, SL Roadster, SLK Roadster)* NA NA 0 0 NA NA 103 74 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 9 5 0 0 Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd (370Z) Volkswagen - Audi (R8, RS5) NA NA 0 0 NA NA 5 66 NA NA Total 0 0 0 0 1 1 178 180 0 0 Exotics:Upto 5 Seats, Price >Rs. 1 Crore NA NA 0 0 NA NA 0 5 0 0 Mercedes-Benz India Pvt Ltd* Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 Total Passenger Cars 231,399 253,551 2200,602 2257,505 186,890 211,402 1780,740 1786,249 43,276 34,474 B: Utility Vehicles(UVs) B: Utility Vehicles/ Sports Utility Vehicles; 2x4 or 4x4 offroad capability ; Generally ladder on frame ; 2 box ; 5 Seats or more but upto 10 Seats UV1:Length <4400 mm, Price upto Rs.15 Lakh 54 3 366 315 25 20 335 311 30 0 Force Motors Ltd (Trax) Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (Bolero, ST) 6,723 8,079 69,558 83,972 6,741 8,083 69,237 83,488 3 21 232 93 3,836 4,491 151 228 4,964 4,972 25 8 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (Gypsy) 1,800 3,275 15,358 21,693 1,796 3,308 15,194 22,220 4 38 Tata Motors Ltd (Sumo) Total 8,809 11,450 89,118 110,471 8,713 11,639 89,730 110,991 62 67 UV2:Length 4400 - 4700 mm, Price Upto Rs. 15 Lakh General Motors India Pvt Ltd (Tavera) 1,565 1,934 17,045 20,147 1,558 1,964 16,940 20,003 0 0 International Cars & Motors Ltd (Rhino) 14 31 565 440 27 34 632 447 0 0 Mahindra & Mahindra (Scorpio, Xylo, ST, Bolero) 7,910 11,204 85,661 102,498 7,547 10,858 83,666 97,531 184 452 Tata Motors Ltd (Safari, Sumo Grande) 2,504 1,744 20,069 16,150 2,359 1,761 19,370 16,129 18 1 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Innova) 4,529 6,252 48,093 50,889 4,515 6,271 48,170 50,778 0 0 16,552 21,165 171,433 190,124 16,006 20,888 168,778 184,888 202 453 Total UV3:Length >4700 mm, Price Upto Rs. 15 Lakh 287 599 2,685 4,230 256 605 2,647 4,095 0 0 Force Motors Ltd (Trax) Tata Motors Ltd (Aria, Xenon) 41 565 1,664 3,860 183 425 2,520 3,610 0 31 328 1,164 4,349 8,090 439 1,030 5,167 7,705 0 31 Total UV4:Price Between Rs. 15 to 25 Lakh BMW India Pvt Ltd ( X1) NA NA 0 2,443 NA NA 0 2,016 NA NA Ford India Pvt Ltd (Endeavour) 303 4 2,767 2,153 336 23 2,811 2,226 0 0 General Motors India Pvt Ltd (Captiva) 0 0 0 0 133 25 1,512 1,081 0 0 Hindustan Motors (Pajero CRZ, Outlander) 211 62 2,304 1,652 212 64 2,295 1,647 0 0 140 MOTORINDIA l April 2012
0 0 0 0 387,620 450,439
30 259 199 464 952 5 0 2,206 264 0 2,475 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
1 176 147 386 710 74 0 3,609 105 0 3,788 0 108 108 0 0 0 0
statistics
Category Segment/Subsegment Manufacturer February 2010 Production For the month of Cumulative April-February Domestic Sales For the month of February Cumulative April-February February Exports For the month of Cumulative April-February
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3,427 1,896 0 1,896 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,606 1,378 1 1,379
(Number of Vehicles)
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
Honda Siel Cars India Ltd (CRV) 0 0 0 0 21 100 456 318 0 0 Hyundai Motor India Ltd (Santa Fe) 130 73 333 1,377 126 147 341 1,489 0 0 Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (Vitara) 0 0 0 0 5 2 82 23 0 0 Nissan Motor India Pvt Ltd (X-Trail) 0 0 0 0 36 23 431 272 0 0 Renault India Pvt Ltd (Koleos) 0 76 0 394 0 34 0 335 0 0 SkodaAuto India Pvt Ltd (Yeti) 293 130 1,094 1,999 253 118 1,003 1,531 0 0 Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (Fortuner) 992 1,392 11,035 10,206 991 1,346 11,016 10,159 0 0 Total 1,929 1,737 17,533 20,224 2,113 1,882 19,947 21,097 0 0 UV5:Price > Rs.25 Lakh BMW India Pvt Ltd (X3, X5, X6) NA NA 0 271 NA NA 256 437 NA NA Hindustan Motors Ltd (Montero) 12 39 53 107 11 33 55 103 0 0 Mercedes-Benz India (ML-Class, GL-Class, RClass, G-Class)* NA NA 0 0 NA NA 197 403 NA NA Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (LC, Prado) 0 0 0 0 11 19 228 132 0 0 Volkswagen - Audi (Q5, Q7) NA NA 0 0 NA NA 687 1,062 NA NA Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd (Touareg) 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 0 0 Total 12 39 53 378 22 52 1,426 2,143 0 0 Total Utility Vehicles(Uvs) 27,600 35,555 282,486 329,287 27,293 35,491 285,048 326,824 264 551 C: Vans ; Generally 1 or 1.5 box; seats upto 5 to 10 V1:Hard tops mainly used for personal transport, Price Upto Rs. 10 Lakh Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (Omni, Eeco) 14,085 13,188 148,545 132,975 13,536 13,305 146,210 131,625 166 104 Tata Motors Ltd (Venture) 426 1,112 852 6,979 299 1,102 457 6,665 0 1 Total 14,511 14,300 149,397 139,954 13,835 14,407 146,667 138,290 166 105 V2:Soft tops mainly used as Maxi Cabs, Price Upto Rs. 10 Lakh Force Motors Ltd (Trip) 49 0 276 100 28 1 204 140 0 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd (Gio, Maxximo Van) 638 2,261 1,099 23,763 310 2,411 377 23,261 0 0 Tata Motors Ltd (Magic, Iris) 3,487 6,289 45,313 52,669 4,135 6,129 46,268 51,190 90 110 Total 4,174 8,550 46,688 76,532 4,473 8,541 46,849 74,591 90 110 Total Vans 18,685 22,850 196,085 216,486 18,308 22,948 193,516 212,881 256 215 Total Passenger Vehicles (PVs) 277,684 311,956 2679,173 2803,278 232,491 269,841 2259,304 2325,954 43,796 35,240 II Commercial Vehicles (CVs) M&HCVs A: Passenger Carriers A1: Max. Mass exceeding 7.5 tonnes but not exceeding 12 tonnes (M3 (B1) ) (b) : No. of seats including driver exceeding 13 (M3 (B2) ) Ashok Leyland Ltd 60 233 1,404 1,911 111 183 1,369 2,033 29 28 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 16 360 133 15 0 418 7 0 0 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd SML Isuzu Ltd 270 497 3,110 2,916 259 317 2,738 2,782 0 0 Tata Motors Ltd 354 103 4,973 4,722 312 526 5,032 5,238 55 49 VE CVs Eicher 190 341 1,951 2,821 165 176 2,059 2,620 0 5 Total A1 878 1,190 11,798 12,503 862 1,202 11,616 12,680 84 82 A2: Max. Mass exceeding 12 but not exceeding 16.2 tonnes (M3 (C)) (b) : No. of seats including driver exceeding 13(M3 (C2)) Ashok Leyland Ltd 1,690 2,380 21,360 20,467 1,527 1,840 16,744 15,787 469 625 JCBL Ltd 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 SML Isuzu Ltd 5 6 68 76 3 0 57 60 0 0 Tata Motors Ltd 1,252 706 16,177 13,122 1,133 1,922 13,506 13,288 192 231 VE CVs - Eicher 37 71 202 866 18 104 130 743 8 13 Volvo Buses India Pvt. Ltd. 18 28 245 244 14 27 248 234 2 0 Total A2 3,002 3,191 38,052 34,776 2,695 3,893 30,685 30,113 671 869 A3 : No. of seats including driver exceeding 13 and max. mass exceeding 16.2 tonnes (M3 (D)) Passenger Carrier (D) Volvo Buses India Pvt. Ltd. 31 45 253 389 29 41 248 384 4 3 Total A3 31 45 253 389 29 41 248 384 4 3 Total M&HCVs(Passenger Carriers) 3,911 4,426 50,103 47,668 3,586 5,136 42,549 43,177 759 954 B: Goods Carriers (c) Max Mass Exceeding 7.5 tonnes but not exceeding 10 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 46 197 429 875 44 60 381 397 0 0 SML Isuzu Ltd 239 313 2,708 3,091 248 353 2,548 2,740 0 30 Tata Motors Ltd 740 840 6,151 6,646 1,044 829 7,559 8,665 140 31 VE CVs Eicher 826 879 9,987 10,966 910 989 9,977 10,475 60 21 Total 1,851 2,229 19,275 21,578 2,246 2,231 20,465 22,277 200 82 (d) Max Mass Exceeding 10 tonnes but not exceeding 12 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 273 371 2,215 3,544 201 390 2,003 3,206 49 33
0 0 0 21 319 403 319 424 2,215 1,803 393,262 456,848
207 5 0 4 532 117 865 4,178 0 0 4,191 61 2 8,432 4 4 9,301 137 131 629 405 1,302 171
223 0 0 5 592 133 953 4,278 0 0 2,920 119 0 7,317 5 5 8,275 86 333 516 203 1,138 227
statistics
Category Segment/Subsegment Manufacturer February 2010 Production For the month of Cumulative April-February Domestic Sales For the month of February Cumulative April-February February
0 192 0 241 441 213 0 532 57 802 21 0 0 162 0 0 183 0 0 0 0 38 0 0 38 221 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 1,466 2,225 0 94 5 132 214 521 0 554 25 1,100 0 0 0 176 0 0 176 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 9 185 50 50 20 5 25 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 75 1,574 2,528

47 1,639 199 2,056 3,358 3,876 0 5,376 516 9,768 195 0 0 2,129 4 0 2,328 0 0 0 0 351 0 0 351 2,679 433 433 76 0 76 17 0 0 17 17 0 0 0 17 0 0 0 543 16,348 25,649 3 1130 162 1,522 2,660 4,810 0 5,760 501 11,071 681 0 0 1,873 8 0 2,562 0 0 0 0 268 0 0 268 2,830 104 104 164 11 175 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 281 16,842 25,117
For the month of
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
SML Isuzu Ltd 251 160 1,557 1,600 212 114 1,396 1,534 Tata Motors Ltd 1,008 1,041 12,048 12,600 1,468 2,087 14,888 20,058 VE CVs Eicher 1,100 1,317 10,275 12,861 1,170 1,465 10,113 12,305 Total 2,632 2,889 26,095 30,605 3,051 4,056 28,400 37,103 Total 4,483 5,118 45,370 52,183 5,297 6,287 48,865 59,380 B2: Max. Mass not exceeding 16.2 tonnes (N3 (A)) (a) : Max. mass exceeding 12 tonnes but not exceeding 16.2 tonnes ( N3 (A1) ) Ashok Leyland Ltd 1,915 2,331 18,446 20,883 1,770 1,631 13,646 15,220 SML Isuzu Ltd 1 25 3 57 0 6 0 30 Tata Motors Ltd 5,209 6,582 46,125 60,090 4,064 3,609 35,356 35,479 VE CVs Eicher 474 524 3,572 5,139 407 278 2,987 4,058 Total B2 7,599 9,462 68,146 86,169 6,241 5,524 51,989 54,787 B3: Max Mass exceeding 16.2 tonnes - Rigid Vehicles (N3 (B1) ) (a) Max. mass exceeding 16.2 tonnes but not exceeding 25 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 1,811 1,682 22,036 16,234 2,432 1,412 20,529 15,195 Asia Motor Works Ltd 522 580 4,954 7,955 545 628 5,145 7,728 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 27 140 601 999 68 112 212 1,122 Tata Motors Ltd 4,875 4,368 51,331 49,601 4,641 3,892 49,853 44,492 VE CVs Eicher 73 179 695 1,252 86 79 693 1,041 VE CVs Volvo 0 0 1 6 0 0 12 7 Total 7,308 6,949 79,618 76,047 7,772 6,123 76,444 69,585 (b) Max. mass exceeding 25 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 1,667 2,041 9,745 13,053 1,583 1,897 9,381 13,077 50 130 183 653 58 74 155 515 Asia Motor Works Ltd Daimler India Commercial Vehicles 0 0 188 120 0 0 103 85 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 169 349 747 1,220 103 331 398 1,427 4,810 5,811 42,079 55,086 3,543 4,748 26,024 39,808 Tata Motors Ltd VE CVs Eicher 110 252 627 1,486 93 232 593 1,408 64 0 819 348 56 17 786 390 VE CVs Volvo Total 6,870 8,583 54,388 71,966 5,436 7,299 37,440 56,710 Total B3 14,178 15,532 134,006 148,013 13,208 13,422 113,884 126,295 B4: Max. Mass exceeding 16.2 tonnes- Haulage Tractor (Tractor-Semi Trailer/Trailer) (N3 (B2) ) (a) Max. mass exceeding 16.2 tonnes but not exceeding 26.4 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (b) Max. mass exceeding 26.4 tonnes but not exceeding 35.2 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 650 351 3,675 2,430 668 339 3,717 2,408 Tata Motors Ltd 0 722 791 1,493 643 683 7,480 7,266 Total 650 1,073 4,466 3,923 1,311 1,022 11,197 9,674 (c) Mass mass exceeding 35.2 tonnes but not exceeding 40 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 Asia Motor Works Ltd 58 19 491 417 68 8 476 398 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 5 54 38 456 9 54 15 430 Total 63 73 531 873 77 62 493 828 (d) Max. Mass exceeding 40 tonnes but not exceeding 49 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 266 196 2,375 1,761 312 236 2,333 1,859 Asia Motor Works Ltd 12 21 176 193 19 37 201 186 0 209 825 4,326 784 1,036 9,091 10,748 Tata Motors Ltd VE CVs Eicher 19 8 110 112 42 5 123 94 Total 297 434 3,486 6,392 1,157 1,314 11,748 12,887 (e) Max. Mass exceeding 49 tonnes and above Ashok Leyland Ltd 346 181 1,762 1,344 306 136 1,798 1,529 27 3 138 183 24 6 134 193 VE CVs Volvo Total 373 184 1,900 1,527 330 142 1,932 1,722 Total B4 1,383 1,764 10,383 12,715 2,875 2,540 25,370 25,111 Total M&HCVs(Goods Carriers) 27,643 31,876 257,905 299,080 27,621 27,773 240,108 265,573 Total M&HCVs 31,554 36,302 308,008 346,748 31,207 32,909 282,657 308,750 LCVs A: Passenger Carriers A1: Max. Mass upto 5 tonnes (a) : No. of seats including driver exceeding 13 ( M2 (A2) ) Force Motors Ltd 663 760 7,456 10,170 648 1,026 7,296 9,674 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 202 61 2,680 1,152 190 195 2,680 2,402 Tata Motors Ltd 330 425 3,399 4,656 373 376 4,406 4,533 Total A1 1,195 1,246 13,535 15,978 1,211 1,597 14,382 16,609 142 MOTORINDIA l April 2012
16 0 13 29
0 0 16 16
112 0 210 322
125 0 167 292
statistics
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
583 144 0 1,332 2,645 11,414 2,080 18,198 4,487 0 2,704 7,191 39,771 353 52 0 1,595 2,784 11,465 2,823 19,072 5,335 0 2,461 7,796 43,477 33 5 0 0 5 202 10 255 4 0 0 4 288 0 0 0 0 2,000 2,000 0 54 0 1,031 207 1,292 0 16 26 0 0 231 0 273 0 0 42 64 118 224 3,789 4,077 6,302 75 0 0 0 0 204 30 309 0 0 0 0 325 0 0 420 0 2,667 3,087 0 4 0 1701 230 1,935 0 1 0 0 0 342 13 356 0 0 20 29 138 187 5,565 5,890 8,418 143 5 7 0 35 2,132 406 2,728 8 0 40 48 3,098 32 0 379 18 18,605 19,034 0 70 0 9,651 3,074 12,795 0 29 251 0 0 3,062 55 3,397 0 0 454 490 1,000 1,944 37,170 40,268 65,917 714 0 13 0 19 3,364 189 4,299 5 0 5 10 4,601 0 0 4,972 17 23,435 28,424 0 94 25 14,180 4,259 18,558 0 18 114 0 0 5,159 216 5,507 0 0 404 654 1,221 2,279 54,768 59,369 84,486
A2: Max. Mass exceeding 5 tonnes but not exceeding 7.5 tonnes (M3 (A) ) (b) : No. of seats including driver exceeding 13 ( M3 (A2) ) Ashok Leyland Ltd 64 47 849 1,190 30 45 Force Motors Ltd 0 0 153 24 0 2 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 106 348 1,407 3,009 70 77 SML Isuzu Ltd 166 164 2,447 3,043 287 254 Tata Motors Ltd 1,054 838 13,014 13,273 857 1,122 VE CVs Eicher 365 495 2,490 3,062 197 318 Total A2 1,755 1,892 20,360 23,601 1,441 1,818 B2: Max. Mass upto 5 tonnes (a) : No. of seats including driver not exceeding 13 (M2 (A1) ) Force Motors Ltd 469 495 4,529 5,431 464 583 Hindustan Motors Ltd 0 0 0 2 0 0 Tata Motors Ltd 150 165 1,784 1,291 206 116 Total B2 619 660 6,313 6,724 670 699 Total LCVs( Passenger Carriers) 3,569 3,798 40,208 46,303 3,322 4,114 B: Goods Carriers: (a) Mini Truck Segment-Max Mass not exceeding 2 tonnes Force Motors Ltd 89 0 1,178 696 27 38 Hindustan Motors Ltd. 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 3,782 5,309 38,536 55,322 4,264 4,488 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 755 724 8,487 10,258 900 593 Tata Motors Ltd 16,000 24,480 146,176 196,293 13,450 19,352 Total 20,626 30,513 194,377 262,569 18,641 24,471 (b) Pick Ups -Max Mass exceeding 2 but not exceeding 3.5 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 0 1,633 0 5,534 0 1,582 736 447 5,398 4,935 499 474 Force Motors Ltd Hindustan Motors Ltd 1 3 319 163 12 6 5,816 7,904 65,567 80,324 5,329 6,623 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd Tata Motors Ltd 2,700 2,508 20,168 35,781 1,605 2,456 Total 9,253 12,495 91,452 126,737 7,445 11,141 (a) Max Mass Exceeding 3.5 tonnes but not exceeding 6 tons Ashok Leyland Ltd. 0 0 0 7 0 0 150 165 1,311 1,389 119 118 Force Motors Ltd Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 466 525 5,065 5,357 421 445 4 6 23 78 3 1 SML Isuzu Ltd Tata Motors Ltd 2,238 3,243 25,318 33,123 2,516 2,563 VE CVs Eicher 49 62 902 1,041 52 71 Total 2,907 4,001 32,619 40,995 3,111 3,198 (b) Max Mass Exceeding 6 tonnes but not exceeding 7.5 tonnes Ashok Leyland Ltd 0 0 24 10 0 0 Mahindra Navistar Automotives Ltd 35 37 263 316 24 41 SML Isuzu Ltd 214 130 1,498 1,613 146 122 Tata Motors Ltd 898 996 5,386 7,169 356 426 VE CVs Eicher 659 547 5,393 6,073 523 469 Total 1,806 1,710 12,564 15,181 1,049 1,058 Total LCVs( Goods Carriers) 34,592 48,719 331,012 445,482 30,246 39,868 Total LCVs 38,161 52,517 371,220 491,785 33,568 43,982 Total Commercial Vehicles 69,715 88,819 679,228 838,533 64,775 76,891 III Three Wheelers A: Passenger Carrier A1:No. of seats Including driver not exceeding 4 & Max.Mass not exceeding 1 tonne Atul Auto Limited 1,066 1,326 9,558 12,786 1,021 1,178 Bajaj Auto Ltd 37,283 43,443 395,188 468,779 18,618 16,397 Force Motors Ltd 0 0 0 0 4 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 4,183 4,328 40,509 49,086 3,802 3,541 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 13,654 11,987 144,137 134,098 12,993 10,009 Scooters India Ltd 407 397 3,665 4,653 440 443 TVS Motor Company Ltd 3,718 2,201 35,685 37,377 1,850 1,305 Total 60,311 63,682 628,742 706,779 38,728 32,873 A2:No. of seats Including driver exceeding 4 but not exceeding 7 & Max.Mass not exceeding 1.5 tonnes Force Motors Ltd 17 97 101 462 0 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 0 0 908 0 0 0 Scooters India Ltd 252 336 2,613 2,872 318 356
1,004 385 0 0 38,549 49,157 8,444 9,992 123,838 165,563 171,835 225,097 0 4,850 201 55,142 12,491 72,784 0 1,277 0 4,916 21 23,381 717 30,312 5,382 4,902 164 65,559 20,667 96,674 0 1,301 0 5,096 66 26,800 1,031 34,294
1 0 227 225 1,039 1,130 3,734 4,844 3,800 4,626 8,801 10,825 283,732 366,890 323,503 410,367 606,160 719,117
9,330 12,412 16 0 184,118 178,459 20,921 24,685 10 11 0 0 38,727 44,930 141 24 129,279 116,602 1,595 1,744 3,709 4,459 0 0 20,847 13,071 2,362 1,760 386,020 369,944 25,035 28,213 26 738 2,502 0 209 3,086 0 0 0 56 0 0
233 216 215,531 294,950 0 0 2,109 2,864 15,663 17,223 0 0 14,586 24,415 248,122 339,668 84 0 0 546 0 0
statistics
Category Segment/Subsegment Manufacturer February 2010 Production For the month of Cumulative April-February Domestic Sales For the month of February Cumulative April-February February
56 28,269 0 0 8 198 0 206 0 0 0 0 0 206 28,475

84 546 248,206 340,214 6 174 237 853 0 1,270 26 0 568 1,107 0 1,701
For the month of
2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12 2010 2011 2010-11 2011-12
Total 269 433 3,622 3,334 318 356 3,266 3,295 0 Total Passenger Carrier 60,580 64,115 632,364 710,113 39,046 33,229 389,286 373,239 25,035 B: Goods Carrier B1: Max. mass not exceeding 1 tonne Atul Auto Limited 862 1,401 7,800 11,873 871 1,333 7,830 11,772 0 Bajaj Auto Ltd 693 765 4,077 7,097 678 734 3,712 7,079 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd 1,209 1,436 10,912 13,951 1,026 1,212 10,676 12,974 26 Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 5,817 4,891 56,455 54,814 5,749 4,477 55,668 53,441 24 Scooters India Ltd 486 443 4,246 5,380 346 536 3,789 5,263 0 Total 9,067 8,936 83,490 93,115 8,670 8,292 81,675 90,529 50 B2: Others Force Motors Ltd 0 0 15 0 0 0 106 0 0 636 315 6,397 4,252 897 358 6,232 4,238 0 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd 39 12 147 183 0 0 0 0 30 Scooters India Ltd 235 352 2,119 2,873 265 363 2,214 2,969 0 Total 910 679 8,678 7,308 1,162 721 8,552 7,207 30 Total Goods Carrier 9,977 9,615 92,168 100,423 9,832 9,013 90,227 97,736 80 Total Three Wheelers 70,557 73,730 724,532 810,536 48,878 42,242 479,513 470,975 25,115 IV Two wheelers A: Scooter/Scooterettee : Wheel size less than or equal to 12 A1: Engine Capacity less than 75 cc Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd 182 0 11,329 3,527 798 234 26,099 21,299 0 TVS Motor Company Ltd 1,576 479 17,311 13,525 1,546 625 19,391 13,379 0 1,758 479 28,640 17,052 2,344 859 45,490 34,678 0 Total A2: Engine Capacity 75 cc and above but less than 125 cc Bajaj Auto Ltd 0 0 0 0 0 0 27 0 0 35,179 43,816 323,260 415,292 33,025 39,464 307,259 379,051 1,904 Hero MotoCorp Ltd Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 75,788 122,959 826,538 1107,413 78,747 122,386 813,250 1086,490 1,034 Mahindra Two Wheelers Ltd 12,826 9,434 148,262 126,961 11,838 8,121 119,622 100,469 88 Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd 22,800 32,635 209,065 258,177 22,937 32,373 209,038 257,490 44 TVS Motor Company Ltd 41,471 39,193 397,091 472,707 36,569 34,171 375,017 446,700 2,220 Total 188,064 248,037 1904,216 2380,550 183,116 236,515 1824,213 2270,200 5,290 Total Scooter/Scooterettee 189,822 248,516 1932,856 2397,602 185,460 237,374 1869,703 2304,878 5,290 B: Motor cycles/Step- Throughs : Big Wheel size more than 12 B2: Engine Capacity 75 cc and above but less than 125 cc Bajaj Auto Ltd 154,114 168,551 1660,018 1877,620 95,951 90,158 1049,932 1040,906 58,436 Hero MotoCorp Ltd 405,728 450,308 4249,891 4996,221 395,265 443,324 4154,191 4876,006 6,298 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 15,842 15,450 175,608 177,238 11,809 12,567 153,262 140,836 4,550 India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd 4,682 6,124 64,782 72,049 3,991 4,494 63,007 58,174 864 TVS Motor Company Ltd 37,747 45,068 546,303 513,428 35,651 36,130 432,510 430,116 11,146 Total 618,113 685,501 6696,602 7636,556 542,667 586,673 5852,902 6546,038 81,294 B3: Engine Capacity 125 cc and above but less than 250 cc Bajaj Auto Ltd 134,041 141,743 1437,080 1653,371 109,194 113,761 1144,590 1315,341 23,076 Hero MotoCorp Ltd 36,473 29,619 317,194 312,732 34,663 27,670 303,479 300,671 900 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 48,096 67,686 504,242 591,171 42,205 62,445 447,572 541,638 7,367 India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd 28,689 37,501 262,059 388,611 19,380 22,553 188,701 267,412 8,798 Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd 5,657 4,796 45,592 54,546 5,624 4,396 45,031 46,527 132 TVS Motor Company Ltd 15,199 19,252 224,911 261,364 16,999 12,937 142,060 142,528 7,666 Total 268,155 300,597 2791,078 3261,795 228,065 243,762 2271,433 2614,117 47,939 B4: Engine Capacity 250 cc and above Bajaj Auto Ltd 0 0 0 128 0 0 0 127 0 H-D Motor Company India Pvt Ltd 0 116 0 689 0 108 0 626 0 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India 13 398 13 15,699 1 98 32 14,541 0 India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd 0 0 0 0 13 3 54 92 0 Royal Enfield (Unit of Eicher Ltd) 5,575 8,005 51,074 74,250 5,259 7,549 48,523 69,902 296 Total 5,588 8,519 51,087 90,766 5,273 7,758 48,609 85,288 296 Total Motor cycles/Step- Throughs 891,856 994,617 9538,767 10989,117 776,005 838,193 8172,944 9245,443 129,529 C: Mopeds: Engine capacity less than 75 cc & with fixed transmission, big wheelsize> 12 Engine Capacity<75 cc Mopeds TVS Motor Company Ltd 61,334 71,473 639,132 712,561 60,761 68,933 633,259 702,041 642 Total Mopeds 61,334 71,473 639,132 712,561 60,761 68,933 633,259 702,041 642 1143,012 1314,606 12110,755 14099,280 1022,226 1144,500 10675,906 12252,362 135,461 Total Two wheelers Grand Total of All Categories 1560,968 1789,111 16193,688 18551,627 1368,370 1533,474 14020,883 15768,408 210,674 144 MOTORINDIA l April 2012
0 0 0 0 138 174 0 0 138 174 1,408 1,875 249,614 342,089
0 0 0 0 2,744 596 336 0 1,897 5,573 5,573 65,963 9,079 2,796 1,386 7,475 86,699 32,079 1,184 4,802 12,219 559 6,477 57,320
0 0 0 0 16,242 12,568 1,514 144 14,943 45,411 45,411 601,207 93,732 24,547 7,695 95,486 822,667
6 0 6 0 32,555 18,436 2,395 139 29,621 83,146 83,152 766,684 105,386 35,523 11,602 109,826 1029,021
316,922 410,499 11,689 13,236 57,201 48,261 70,545 105,725 588 6,282 87,133 92,898 544,078 676,901
0 0 0 0 0 0 357 0 1,079 0 0 0 242 2,196 2,642 599 2,196 3,721 144,618 1368,941 1709,643 351 5,970 9,016 351 5,970 9,016 150,542 1420,322 1801,811 222,675 2129,115 2685,234
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ACMA welcomes thrust on manufacturing sector

A bid for balanced approach

Road transport sector ignored

Mr. Bal Malkit Singh, President, AIMTC

BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

Mr. Marc Llistosella, CEO and Managing Director, DICV

BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

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BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

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BharatBenz premiere (cover story)

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Tata takes Divo and Starbus Ultra to other markets

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Growing demand boosts DOST sales

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Eicher trucks and buses sales up 13%

AMW acquires 100% stake in FamilyCredit

Mr. Anirudh Bhuwalka, Managing Director, Asia MotorWorks

Mr. Ravi Pachamoothoo, Chairman SRM Group

Mr. Vivek Sivaraman, CEO, SRM Transports

Shriram Automall, a pioneer in vehicle auctioning

Mr. Sameer Malhotra, SAMIL CEO

Vehicle production grows by 15%

TVS acquires another UK firm, Universal Components

Mr. R. Dinesh of TVS Group

Mr. David Kernahan, Managing Director, Universal Components

Meritor Fleet Meet

Mr. Raghunathan, VP and Executive Director, MHVSIL

The green axle with a cut section to demonstrate gear mechanism

A jubliant Meritor team after the successful Fleet Meet

AMW Auto Components bags big order from Volkswagen Brazil

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Weber Hydraulic targets major orders from Indian OEMs

Mr. Hurssh Kalra, Managing Director, Weber-Hydraulic India Pvt. Ltd.

Bosch Ltd. registers 20% growth in sales and income

Benecke-Kaliko opens engineering and sales office in Pune

Dr. Dirk Lei, CEO of Benecke-Kaliko AG

Schaefflers customized innovations for energy-efficient automobiles

Knorr-Bremse Group registers 49% growth in CV division sales

CEAT will emerge most profitable tyre company: Anant Goenka

Mr. Anant Goenka

lubes & fuels

ACDelcos new-look labelling for lubricants, coolants

lubes & fuels

IndianOil signs annual MoU with Government

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IAC to sharpen focus on commercial vehicles

IACs inside view of the plant

An outside view of IAC India Chakan plant

o t s l a i r e t a m d e x i m f o Integration t h g i e w e l c i reduce veh

Mr. Jay Baron

BorgWarner owes success to 100 years of innovation

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Test driving in progress