MRF Ltd reported a solid improvement in earnings for the quarter ended 30 September, supported by stronger demand for automobile tyres and steady growth in the OEM segment. The company posted a net profit of ₹5.12 billion, up from ₹4.55 billion a year earlier, marking a clear MRF quarterly profit rise this season. Revenue from…
JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. has secured the prestigious CARE Edge Ratings “ESG 1+” rating for the third consecutive year, underscoring the company’s strong commitment to sustainability, ethics, and governance. The company received an impressive overall ESG score of 81.2, significantly ahead of its peers, driven by strong carbon and energy management. ACKO Drive The…
JK Tyre has introduced what it describes as India’s first passenger-vehicle tyres with sensors embedded directly into the tyre structure. The new smart tyres, developed in-house and produced at JK Tyre’s Banmore facility in Madhya Pradesh, are said to continuously monitor key parameters such as air pressure, temperature, and potential air leaks. Available initially in…
At the 84th Annual Session of the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) in Bhubaneswar, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari called for a radical shift in India’s mobility and infrastructure agenda, championing green fuels, sustainable materials, and advanced engineering standards. His address spotlighted how India is moving from being a fuel-importing country to one positioned as a fuel…
Kia India has launched an industry-first “Plant Remote Over-The-Air” (OTA) software update feature for its connected vehicle lineup, marking a major step in factory-digitisation and customer readiness. The update capability will be available on Kia’s models equipped with the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (CCNC) system and allows vehicles to receive the latest software while still…
TVS Motor Company is driving the global revival of iconic British motorcycle brand Norton Motorcycles with an investment of more than £200 million (approx. ₹2,321 crore). The strategic move follows TVS’s acquisition of Norton in April 2020 and underscores its ambition to reposition Norton as a premium global marque. Moneycontrol In its official statement, Norton…
Marelli has inaugurated a new technical research and development facility in Bengaluru, marking a significant expansion of its engineering operations in India. The new centre, officially opened on 5 November 2025, is located at Embassy Manyata Tech Park and is designed to host around 350 engineers. With this addition, Marelli’s total R&D capacity in India…
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) has introduced its proprietary software platform SENSING CORE as standard equipment on the new Isuzu GIGA heavy-duty truck offered by Isuzu Motors, marking the first time the technology has been adopted by a Japanese vehicle manufacturer. The system incorporates a “Wheel Detachment Prediction Detection System” designed to monitor in-motion loosening of…
The global carbon black market is expected to expand significantly in the next decade, driven largely by demand in the tyre and rubber sectors. According to a recent release via openPR, the market is projected to reach USD 390 million by 2035 in a specific tyre-and-rubber context. Carbon black, a fine carbon powder used as…
Trelleborg Tyres has officially unveiled its new TM200 ProgressiveTraction® radial tyre at Agritechnica 2025, emphasising enhanced sustainability and performance for modern agriculture. The tyre was revealed during a press conference at Hall 20 (B58) of Agritechnica, where Trelleborg showcased its vision for high-traction, low-impact equipment in farming. Facebook+3AgDealer.com+3Commercial Tyre Business+3 According to the company, the…
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