Recent Articles Published by Shahkar Abidi
Investigation confirms discrepancies at Ramkrishna Forgings, company to take corrective action

By  Shahkar Abidi calendar15 Jun 2025

Automotive component supplier finds errors in production recording led to material misstatement across two financial y...

Automotive’s Next Frontier: Why 'Light and Smart' is Driving the Future of Vehicles

By Shahkar Abidi and Kiran Murali calendar13 Jun 2025

Uno Minda CTO on the integrated approach to shedding pounds for efficiency and electrification.

Beyond the Gram: The Economic and Environmental Payoff of Material-Optimal Design

By Shahkar Abidi & Ketan Thakkar calendar12 Jun 2025

Simulation pioneer leverages decades of expertise and generative AI to slash vehicle weight, accelerate development, a...

Ashok Leyland Ready with AC Trucks, Ready for Regulatory Shift

autherShahkar Abidi calendar12 Jun 2025

With all its factories already rolling out air-conditioned trucks, the commercial vehicle major is primed for India’s ...

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M&M and SML Isuzu: Strategy, Synergy, and Game Plan

By Shahkar Abidi & Ketan Thakkar calendar11 Jun 2025

Mahindra & Mahindra has acquired SML Isuzu, a key player in the small and medium sized CV market in India. But can thi...

Tata Motors Bets on 3–5% CV Market Growth till 2030, Sets ₹3,000 Cr Annual Capex Target

By Shahkar Abidi and Ketan Thakkar calendar09 Jun 2025

Executive Director – CV, Girish Wagh, outlined long-term strategy to boost market share, profitability, and future-rea...

Electrification, ADAS, Connectivity Among Five Megatrends Reshaping CV Industry: Tata Motors

By Shahkar Abidi and Ketan Thakkar calendar09 Jun 2025

From electric buses to SDVs, Tata Motors has retooled its CV business for a value-led, tech-first future

Tata Motors Hits FY25 CV Targets; Trucks Hold Steady, SCV Segment Under Focus

By Shahkar Abidi and Ketan Thakkar calendar09 Jun 2025

With ROCE at 37.7% and ₹6,600 crore PBT, Tata Motors eyes SCV revival and standalone CV future.

Ramkrishna Forgings Secures Rs 710 Crore in Q4 Orders, Bolsters Diversification Drive

autherShahkar Abidi calendar02 Jun 2025

Global commercial vehicle markets account for Rs 335 crore of the Rs 524 crore automotive order pipeline, while passen...

Ramkrishna Forgings' Inventory Overhaul Sparks Reforms Amid Investor Concerns

autherShahkar Abidi calendar02 Jun 2025

Auto parts manufacturer addresses inventory and accounting discrepancies as capacity growth outpaces internal controls...