Autocar Professional Magazine - February 15 2017

In this issue

Although Tata Motors’ Q3 FY’17 results may be down sharply, the company is driving hard at the future with an all-new passenger vehicle strategy and a sub-brand both aimed at putting it firmly in the No. 3 passenger vehicle maker slot by 2020. Our cover story reveals all.
The Union Budget 2017 had few direct benefits for the automotive industry but it stands to gain from the growth that will accrue to the rural sector through the humungous allocations made. Along with a detailed report, we have expert opinion from Madan Sabnavis, chief economist, CARE Ratings.
The past fortnight has seen a lot of action on the manufacturing front. While component and services suppliers like Pricol and Gestamp have opened new plants in Pune, Continental showcased a very comprehensive portfolio of its advanced technology products designed to help automakers meet upcoming BS VI and safety norms. There’s also BorgWarner which is going ahead with plans to make Visctronic fan drives in India.
Also bullish on the Indian component sector is Lawrence Davies, CEO of the Automotive Investment Organisation of UK Trade and Investment, who spoke to Autocar Professional .
Want to know how the Indian automobile industry fared in January 2017? It's all there in the comprehensive report along with sales statistics, facts and analysis.
There’s lots more in this February 15 issue, including a rather exciting News section which reveals Sandhar Technologies' plans to set up three two-wheeler helmet manurfacturing plants in association with HJC Helmets. And that Applus+ IDIADA is likely to build a proving ground in Andhra Pradesh.