With an intention to better address the needs of its customers, Isuzu Motors India has commissioned a skill development and experience centre in Noida. 

Located in Sector-10 of Noida, the new facility will impart world-class comprehensive training to the service personnel including service managers, advisors and technicians of growing Isuzu dealer partners in North India and other neighbouring regions. 

Including a brand experience area with a permanent two-vehicle display in a thematic environment, the new centre at Noida adds to the count of an existing skill development facility already operational in Chennai since 2014. 

Inaugurated by Rajesh Mittal, Managing Director and President, Isuzu Motors India, and Toru Kishimoto, Deputy Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, in the presence of the dealer partners and staff, the new centre at Noida will also offer specialised learning modules to Isuzu dealer technicians on various technical subjects regarding the company’s vehicles, service aspects and enhance skills. 

The learning modules, comprising class-room and practical sessions in live work-bays, will comprehensively cover areas from periodic maintenance to advanced level of drivetrain management. The centre will impart training to 15-20 dealer personnel per batch and the sessions will be handled by dedicated Isuzu service coaches.

Commenting on the development, Kishimoto said, “Training and Development has always been at the core of Isuzu operations. Being a leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles globally, Isuzu believes in skill development of dealer technicians as one of the key pillars of providing higher service quality and ensuring customer delight. We are committed to offering the ‘right products and services’ in India as well and this centre will further enhance the skill and competence in the service domain.”

In addition to offering the above stated services, the centre at Noida would also serve as a base for honing skills of the national team of technicians who would represent India at the ‘I-1Grand Prix World Technical Competition’ held biennially. Notably, Team India has reached the top 10 position amongst teams from 24 other countries, in the highly recognised Isuzu global competition.

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TVS Automobile Solutions (TVS ASL), part of the TVS Mobility Group and owner of the automotive aftermarket brand myTVS, has secured INR 4.25 billion in a Series D funding round led by CE-Invests, the strategic investment arm of UAE-based Crescent Enterprises.

The capital raise will support myTVS’ plans to invest in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology infrastructure to target a 25–35 percent near-term growth rate and prepare for eventual public-market readiness. The partnership also aims to expand the myTVS technology and service model into international markets, focusing initially on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

The company achieved EBITDA breakeven in FY2026. Prior to this round, myTVS had raised approximately INR 6.90 billion, including INR 2.03 billion from Lingotto in 2022 and INR 4.87 billion from Castrol in 2023. NAFA Sustainable Finance acted as the financial advisor to TVS ASL for the capital raise.

The myTVS platform integrates digital operations with physical service centers, supplying vehicle maintenance, parts, accessories, tyres, batteries, insurance and roadside assistance to retail customers and fleet operators across India.

Badr Jafar, CEO, Crescent Enterprises, said, "Built over generations of trade, enterprise and human connection, the UAE–India relationship is becoming ever more important – not only to both countries, but to economic growth across MENA, Asia and beyond. The strongest economic corridors carry more than capital: they move technology, ideas and operating expertise in both directions. When India’s scale, talent and innovation connect with the UAE’s capital, infrastructure and regional reach, each market becomes a platform for the other’s growth. That reciprocal model creates value far beyond either country and reflects principles that have long shaped Crescent Enterprises’ investment and partnership strategy."

R Dinesh, Director, TVS Automobile Solutions, said, "We are delighted to have CE-Invests as an investor. myTVS has scaled up its technology-led services and parts platform to serve the end customer directly and by working with various corporate partners and vehicle manufacturers in India. This investment is a further proof that this technology-led platform is capable of delivering a similar experience in other markets. This will further enable the company to scale up its operations in India and the MENA region and continue to maintain its profitable growth. This partnership will only further increase its rate of growth, and CE Invests is the perfect partner for the Middle East."

Tushar Singhvi, Deputy CEO and Head of Investments, Crescent Enterprises, said, "myTVS has demonstrated that an integrated, technology-enabled platform can bring meaningful improvements in service quality, transparency and vehicle uptime at scale. This investment fits squarely with CE-Invests’ strategy of backing established, well-governed businesses with strong fundamentals, proven operating models and the potential to expand across the MENA–Asia corridor. Alongside capital, we will bring market insight, commercial relationships and regional execution support to help myTVS establish a strong UAE presence and grow across MENA."

Ameya Prabhu, CEO, NAFA Group and Director at NAFA SF, said, "We are pleased to have advised TVS Automobile Solutions on this strategic capital raise and to have facilitated the partnership with CE-Invests. We believe this provides a strong platform for myTVS to accelerate its growth in India while exploring opportunities for expansion in the MENA region. We congratulate both teams on the successful transaction and look forward to seeing the partnership create significant value in the years ahead."

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Studds Accessories, a leading two-wheeler helmet manufacturer, has launched the Raider Youth Looney Tunes Edition in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products at prices starting at INR 1,395.

The helmet features character graphics from the Looney Tunes franchise integrated onto Studds’ full-face youth helmet architecture.

The graphics incorporate characters including Bugs Bunny, Tweety, Daffy Duck, Taz, Road Runner and Wile E. Coyote alongside the Looney Tunes logo across the shell, rear, and chin-bar. The series is produced in six base colours: Blue, Baby Pink, Flame Blue, Pastel Green, White, and Black.

The helmet carries Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS/ISI) certification and is manufactured in XXS (520 mm) and XS (540 mm) sizes.

Sidhartha Bhushan Khurana, Managing Director, Studds Accessories, said, "For young riders and individuals with smaller head sizes, finding a helmet that balances uncompromised full-face safety with expressive design has historically been a challenge in the market. With the Raider Youth Looney Tunes Edition, our intent was to bridge that gap by integrating safety engineering with design philosophy that brings instant joy and nostalgia. This collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery is not just about adding graphics, it is about making helmets that young riders are genuinely excited to wear every day, and at the same time are safe."

The base Raider Youth model was introduced in August 2026 for riders with smaller head dimensions. The Looney Tunes variant retains the mechanical specifications of the original helmet, including an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) shell, expandable polystyrene (EPS) liner, top air exhaust ventilation, scratch-resistant quick-release visor, quick-release chin strap and micro-fibre lining.

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Tier 1 automotive supplier Uno Minda has launched its new 4-channel audio amplifier, model UNO-AMP-4-100, targeting the automotive aftermarket sector.

The amplifier measures 191 mm by 105 mm by 48 mm, allowing for installation in confined areas within vehicles, including underneath seats. It produces power outputs of 150 W per channel at 2 Ohm and 100 W per channel at 4 Ohm across four speaker channels. In bridged mode, the system converts to a 2-channel setup delivering 320 W per channel at 4 Ohm to power subwoofers or higher-capacity speakers.

Technical specifications for the device include a total harmonic distortion rate of equal to or less than 0.05 percent, a signal-to-noise ratio exceeding 96 dB and an operational frequency response range from 10 Hz to 20 kHz. Input sensitivity ranges between 400 mV and 6 V to enable connection with factory-fitted and aftermarket head units. Electrical protection is supplied via twin 40 A fuses.

Anand Kumar, Business Head, Uno Minda Aftermarket, said, “At Uno Minda, we understand the evolving expectations of car owners who seek enhanced in-car experiences without compromising on practicality. With our new 4-Channel Amplifier, we have combined powerful audio performance with a compact, palm-size form factor to offer greater flexibility in installation. The amplifier's versatile output, wide compatibility and audio performance make it a suitable solution for customers looking to enhance their existing car audio systems while making efficient use of available space.”

The UNO-AMP-4-100 is priced at INR 13,999 and is distributed through physical automotive retail stores alongside e-commerce portals including Uno Minda Kart, Amazon and Flipkart.

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Tata Power EZ Charge has commissioned an electric vehicle charging hub at New Mahakali Nagar in Malvani, Malad West, Mumbai.

The facility comprises eight parking bays and four fast-charging units, including one 120 kW unit and three 60 kW units that can be upgraded to 120 kW capacity.

The station operates continuously without parking fees for public and commercial fleet users. Situated near Mindspace Business Park and Infinity Mall, the location provides charging access for commuters and logistics fleet operators traveling through the Malad corridor.

With the addition of the Malad site, Tata Power’s EZ Charge network includes over 2,400 charging points across Maharashtra, with more than 1,800 points located within the Mumbai and Navi Mumbai municipal areas. The installed units support CCS2 charging standards to accommodate compatible electric vehicle models.

EV users can locate the station, view real-time charger availability and execute transactions using the Tata Power EZ Charge mobile application. Nationally, the EZ Charge infrastructure network encompasses more than 250,000 home charging setups, over 6,500 public and commercial charging points, and 1,200 electric bus charging points across 700 cities and towns.

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