Articles by: Ashish Bhatia

2024 Budget’s Transport and Logistics Impact

2024 Budget’s Transport and Logistics Impact

The 2024 budget has introduced several changes with significant implications for the commercial vehicle ecosystem. Ashish Bhatia looks at the positive aspects and areas that could have been addressed. The automotive ecosystem, encompassing and not limited to commercial vehicle manufacturers, component suppliers, and logistics providers, stands to benefit from several budgetary measures. Taxation and Incentives The budget has streamlined tax[Read More…]

by July 23, 2024 GAME CHANGER
Ashok Leyland Launches ‘M&HCV Expo’ Series in Bengaluru, Showcasing Latest Range of Products

Ashok Leyland Launches ‘M&HCV Expo’ Series in Bengaluru, Showcasing Latest Range of Products

Ashok Leyland, a commercial vehicle manufacturer in India, has kicked off its ‘M&HCV Expo’ series in Bengaluru. This initiative, starting today, aims to showcase the company’s latest Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (M&HCV) across major cities in India. The first expo in Bengaluru will be followed by events in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and other cities over the coming months.[Read More…]

by July 22, 2024 News
Police Got Keys to Suzuki Motorcycles, Begin Patrolling with V-Strom SX 250

Police Got Keys to Suzuki Motorcycles, Begin Patrolling with V-Strom SX 250

Suzuki Motorcycle India has donated 40 customised V-Strom SX 250 motorcycles to the Gurgaon Police as part of its CSR initiative to enhance road and rider safety. The handover event was inaugurated by Vikas Arora, Commissioner of Police, Gurugram, and Kenichi Umeda, MD of Suzuki Motorcycle India. These police-specific V-Strom SX 250 bikes come with several modifications, including a custom[Read More…]

by July 22, 2024 News
Moving Tech Raises $11 Million to Boost Community-Led Mobility Apps

Moving Tech Raises $11 Million to Boost Community-Led Mobility Apps

Moving Tech, the innovative company behind India’s community-led mobility apps such as Namma Yatri and Yatri Sathi, has successfully raised USD 11 million (INR 92 Cr) in a pre-Series A funding round. This round was spearheaded by Blume Ventures and Antler, with notable participation from Google and other investors. The newly acquired funds will be directed towards empowering drivers and[Read More…]

by July 22, 2024 News