Commercial Vehicle Magazine - October 2024

In this issue

18th Anniversary Special
Roadcheck | Electric Forklift TRUCK
Smart Last Mile
Roadcheck | IEV Series
Hyperlocal And Quick Commerce

District Version of PMGatiShakti National Master Plan for 27 aspirational districts

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, launched the district version of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan for 27 aspirational districts, marking the third anniversary of the PM GatiShakti initiative.

2 mins

SML Isuzu Annual Dealer Conference 2024

From 13th to 17th September 2024, SML Isuzu Ltd hosted its Annual Dealer Conference in Dubai. The event brought together 70 pan-India domestic and Internal dealers, creating a platform for strategic discussions and unveiling the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).

1 min

Open Telematics software

Cummins has partnered with Bosch Global Software and KPIT to launch Eclipse CANought, an open-source project for commercial vehicle telematics under the Eclipse Software Defined Vehicle initiative.

1 min

Tesla Robotaxi plans face scrutiny

Tesla’s investors are set to question CEO Elon Musk on the company’s robotaxi plans during its quarterly earnings report, after a hyped reveal without key details led to a dip in shares.

1 min

Mahindra ZEO For The Last Mile

The MLMML four-wheeler SCV foray with the ZEO is aimed at sustainable last-mile logistics, writes Richa Tyagi.

5 mins

Euler Storm EV

Euler Motors forays into the goods carrier SCV-pickup segment with the Euler Storm EV range. It's a challenger, writes Richa Tyagi.

4 mins

New Mahindra Platform In Veero

Mahindra with the new Veero in the less than 3.5-tonne segment offering is claimed to set new standards for innovation, quality, and value proposition, writes Upendra Kasbekar.

6 mins

SMART LAST MILE

The IeV Series electric SCV-pickup range has Switch Mobility addressing urban logistics needs. Ashish Bhatia drives the twins to find out how!

5 mins

Electric Forklift Truck

The recent commercialisation of the electric forklift truck spotlights Godrej MHE's pioneering contributions in India's logistics sector. Ashish Bhatia rode it to find out how!

7 mins

Hyper Local And Quick Commerce

The expectations for doorstep deliveries have changed. We are a pampered lot today and last minute is no longer the 11th-hour decision-making taboo, writes Ashish Bhatia.

4 mins

Driven by Trust and Uptime

DSA Freight Carrier's partnership with VECV has transformed its fleet operations. Trust and uptime are the backbones of this success story, writes Richa Tyagi.

6 mins

Leading The Shift Towards Mass Adoption Of LNG Trucks

With LNG policy, pricing, infrastructure and the recent launch of Tata Prima 5530.S LNG in focus, the mass adoption of LNG trucks for sustainable green logistics is more crucial than ever before, writes Ashish Bhatia.

4 mins

Revolutionizing The CV Industry: Ashok Leyland Showcases Innovation Across India

In today's fast-paced world, where innovation is the driving force behind growth and safety is a top priority, Ashok Leyland is leading the charge in reshaping the commercial vehicle sector in India.

4 mins

Mileage Guarantee: A Closer Look at Mahindra's Pioneering Approach

With rising fuel costs and stringent regulatory standards, mileage guarantees are becoming essential in the commercial vehicle industry, writes Ashish Bhatia.

2 mins

Elevating Customer Value Proposition

Guru Ram Das Body Builders has significantly evolved to enhance the customer value proposition. It has adeptly adjusted to the changing commercial vehicle market, writes Ashish Bhatia.

7 mins

NAGPUR-MUMBAI SAMRUDDHI EXPRESSWAY FOR TRANSPORTERS

The Nagpur-Mumbai Samruddhi Expressway, a transformative project in Maharashtra, promises to enhance connectivity and spur economic growth. Upendra Kasbekar checks the on ground progress.

6 mins

Transforming India's Roads - The Urgent Need For Commercial Vehicle

The CV sector, a cornerstone of India's economy plays a pivotal role in driving growth and serving as the backbone of the logistics industry, writes Chidambaram Balaji, Regional Product Line Leader (India) Chassis Control, ZF India.

3 mins

Commercial Playsets

Even as the Indian automobile industry touches new heights and innovations, it is the commercial mobility play sets that continue to be a major draw. It is a good starting point for the next generation, writes Prajakta Chavan Rane from her plant sojourn.

7 mins

64th SIAM Annual Convention

The 64th SIAM Annual Convention focused on mobility strategies for advancing the industry. The eyes are on a sustainable future by 2047, writes Richa Tyagi.

7 mins

The Best Of Automechanika Frankfurt 24

The 27th edition of Automechanika Frankfurt got underway, marking the return of the largest B2B aftermarket trade fair for the global automotive industry, writes Ashish Bhatia.

5 mins

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Commercial Vehicle Magazine Description:

From a low-profile, functionality first aspect the Indian Commercial Vehicle industry has made startling progress to become the cynosure of many a global major's eyes. However this success story has seldom received the attention it deserves. Not only does the path breaking Commercial Vehicle attempt to set the record straight, it represents a hat-trick of sorts for Next Gen's automotive division. Joining forces with Car India and Bike, Commercial Vehicle will provide clear, in-depth and differentiated content for readers across the spectrum of the automotive industry.
With its team of dedicated professionals who clearly understand what makes the industry tick, the magazine will span the entire Commercial Vehicle universe. The coverage will not be restricted to trucks, buses, utility vehicles three-wheelers and tractors. We understand that the serious player in the industry also needs to know about components, logistics, infrastructure and construction equipment. Readers will further find the road tests, interactions with key industry players, user tips and international perspectives much to their liking.