Shriram Automall India (SAMIL), one of the leading platforms for pre-owned vehicles and equipment, generated business worth over INR 1 billion during its Diwali Auction 2025. This result was achieved across more than 135 live auctions conducted nationwide, despite recent price cuts on new vehicles under the new GST rates.

The company said over 11,000 pre-owned vehicles and equipment were transacted from various sellers, including NBFCs, Banks, OEMs and insurance firms. Approximately 13,000 buyers participated in the auction across the country.

The auction was powered by SAMIL’s 'Phygital' model, which seamlessly integrated live, on-ground auctions at Automalls with real-time digital bidding via the MySAMIL App and its website.

Sameer Malhotra, Director and CEO, Shriram Automall India, said, "The SAMIL Auction 2025 was a celebration of India’s entrepreneurial spirit and the power of its festive joy. Hosting 135 auctions simultaneously and achieving over INR 1 billion in transactions in a single day is not just a milestone; it’s a testament to trust, technology, and teamwork. Our auction model, AI-powered bidding, and real-time dashboards have redefined how Indians buy and sell pre-owned assets.”

As part of its corporate social responsibility, SAMIL awarded Junior Einstein Scholarships to children of individuals from the automotive industry. Additionally, the company conducted tree plantation drives at every auction location to support environmental sustainability.

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ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, the biennial automotive aftermarket component trade fair, is set to be held from 5^th February to 7^th February 2026 at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka.

The event in its biggest avatar is set to feature over 800 exhibitors from 19 countries, representing the largest edition of the fair to date.

The expansion follows an 8 percent growth in exports for India’s automotive components industry and a 6 percent growth in the domestic aftermarket for FY2025. Factors contributing to this growth include an ageing vehicle population and the formalisation of service networks. The exhibition will cover 50,000 gross square metres and showcase 3,000 brands, including 285 first-time participants.

The event spans several sectors:

• Components and Systems: Electronics, body parts and engine components.
• Repair and Maintenance: Diagnostics, service equipment and workshop tools.
• Accessories and Customisation: Car care, body and paint and lifestyle products.
• Emerging Technology: Solutions for new mobility and digital service channels.

ACMA Automechanika New Delhi will feature international pavilions from China, Germany, Iran, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and Taiwan. Participating global brands include GMB, Horse Powertrain Solutions and Teknorot Otomotiv. A dedicated Workshop Pavilion will focus specifically on diagnostics and service equipment. Component makers from India such as Minda Corporation, Schaeffler India, SKF India and ZF India have also confirmed their participation.

Raj Manek, Executive Director and Board Member, Messe Frankfurt Asia Holdings, said, “I am very delighted by the fact that the show has received a very rich domestic and international participation and also the show has reflected the upward growth of India’s auto component sector. ACMA Automechanika New Delhi, which is a part of our global brand, has impressively posted a huge increase in new participants and is presenting a huge lineup of aftermarket solutions. All this is coming at a time when industry and government are simultaneously spearheading efforts to make India an auto powerhouse. We are confident of delivering a yet another amazing edition of the show.”

Vinnie Mehta, Director General, ACMA, said, “For ACMA, the event is not only about showcasing products, but about presenting India as a reliable partner for quality-driven, technology-led aftermarket solutions. With higher localisation, improving export capability and participation across MSMEs, Tier-1 suppliers and global brands, the aftermarket is steadily moving towards higher value and innovation.”

The fair will include knowledge programmes on 6 and 7 February, covering topics such as regulatory compliance, anti-counterfeiting, and workshop best practices. A leadership dialogue will specifically address the localisation of semiconductor power components for the electrification of two-wheelers and three-wheelers in India.

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THINK Gas, one of the leading players in city gas distribution business (CGD) has commenced the implementation of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board’s (PNGRB) National Drive 2.0.

The campaign, inaugurated by Dr Anil Kumar Jain, Chairperson of PNGRB, aims to expand the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) station network across 10 states.

THINK Gas, the merged entity of AG&P Pratham and THINK Gas, is a leading player in India’s City Gas Distribution (CGD) business. It has 19 CGD licenses awarded by the Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) under the aegis of Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) to exclusively develop CGD infrastructure and provide natural gas across 49 Districts in the 10 states of Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.

The initiative aligns with the ‘One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff’ framework, which seeks to standardise gas access.

Dr Anil Kumar Jain, Chairperson, PNGRB, said, “National Drive 2.0 is a focused initiative of PNGRB to deepen the reach of City Gas Distribution networks and accelerate the adoption of PNG and CNG across the country. The Unified Tariff framework is enhancing affordability, transparency, and access, ensuring that regulatory reforms translate into direct consumer benefits. THINK Gas has exemplified this vision by investing over INR 5.1 billion in the Barmer–Jodhpur–Jaisalmer Geographical Area and adopting a unique LCNG-based hybrid supply model to ensure uninterrupted gas supply even in the absence of pipeline connectivity.”

Amitava Sengupta, Chairman, THINK Gas, said, “PNGRB’s National Drive 2.0 is a landmark initiative that will play a pivotal role in accelerating the adoption of PNG and CNG across India. This drive comes close on the heels of the implementation of landmark tariff reforms by the PNGRB when Domestic PNG and CNG segments will benefit from a preferential tariff system.”

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The Institute Incubation and Innovation Council (I3C) at the Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu) has formed a collaboration with Skill-Lync to provide certificate courses in mobility engineering.

The partnership is designed to address the transition within the automotive sector toward electric vehicles (EVs) and software-defined vehicle (SDV) platforms.

Till date, Skill-Lync is said to have trained over 20,000 engineering professionals in the last three years across 80 organisations in domains including electronics, embedded systems, and advanced manufacturing. The curriculum combines the academic research approach of IIT Jammu with industry practices derived from these collaborations. The global automotive electronics market is projected to increase from USD 280 billion in 2024 to over USD 468 billion by 2030, driving demand for engineers skilled in systems engineering and power electronics.

“At I3C-IIT Jammu, we remain committed to advancing engineering excellence and contributing meaningfully to India’s technology ecosystem. Collaborating with Skill-Lync allows us to support well-structured initiatives aligned with the evolving needs of the mobility and automotive sector,” said a statement from I3C-IIT Jammu.

Krishna Bandaru, Co-Founder, Skill-Lync, said, “Our in-depth work with automotive organisations has given us strong validation of how engineering roles are evolving across EVs, software-defined platforms, and advanced manufacturing. Partnering with I3C-IIT Jammu to offer IIT Jammu Certificate Courses allows us to shape these learnings with greater academic structure, credibility, and long-term impact.”

The initiative aligns with the shift by manufacturers such as Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra and JSW MG Motor India toward connected vehicle architectures. The programs cover battery technologies, over-the-air (OTA) architectures and data-enabled systems. Applications for the certificate programmes are open on the platforms of both organisations, with scholarship benefits available for eligible candidates.

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AIS Windshield Experts, a subsidiary of Asahi India Glass (AIS), has introduced a service model designed to manage the insurance claims process for motorists. As the company expands its network across India, it is transitioning into a concierge model to handle the administrative tasks associated with vehicle glass repair.

The brand has established tie-ups with major insurance providers in India to create a cashless ecosystem. Under this system, the company manages the lifecycle of the claim, including filing and document inspection. This removes the requirement for customers to fill out forms or pay for repairs upfront and wait for reimbursements.

In addition to administrative management, the company operates a fleet of mobile service vans. This allows company-trained technicians to perform glass replacement or repair at the customer’s home or office using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) grade materials.

Ratish Ramanujam, COO & Executive Director, AIS Windshield Experts, said: "Ours is a promise of accessibility. We know that for a car owner, the damage to the vehicle is only half the stress, the other half is the ordeal of getting it fixed and claim insurance. We have built a system where the customer’s only job is to give us a call. We handle the insurance companies, we handle the paperwork, and we handle the repair. Our goal is to save the customer's most precious resource: their time."

The expansion of these services across the country aims to standardise the car care experience by integrating repair services directly with the insurance sector.

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