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Structural Shifts in Auto Supply Networks
05 May 2026

Structural Shifts in Auto Supply Networks

Shashank_Jain

Div. Manager, Global Sourcing Lead (Jul 2024 – Present)

Global automotive supply chains are undergoing structural shifts, with EV component sourcing challenges, AI-driven procurement transformation, rising ESG pressures, and evolving competitive dynamics reshaping cost, strategy, and industry boundaries.

Structural Shifts in Spare Parts Ecosystems
05 May 2026

Structural Shifts in Spare Parts Ecosystems

Arun_Arora

Former Senior Advisor – Spare Parts & Logistics (Jan 1986 – Aug 2023)

Automotive spare parts and logistics are undergoing structural shifts, with digital tools improving forecasting unevenly, independents gaining share, sustainability challenged by costs, and lower-tier suppliers increasingly vulnerable to geopolitical disruptions.

Automation in Components: Promise vs Payoff
30 Apr 2026

Automation in Components: Promise vs Payoff

Sanjiv_Rahi

Vice President (Jul 2023 – Present)

Electrification and connected vehicles are reshaping auto components, driving localization and sustainability pressures. While automation boosts productivity, ROI varies. Supply chain disruptions, margin trade-offs, and export complexities challenge scalable, profitable growth.

Navigating India’s Changing EV Landscape
14 Apr 2026

Navigating India’s Changing EV Landscape

Girish_Karkera

Editor in Chief (Feb 2023 - Present); India

The article explores evolving consumer preferences in India’s automotive sector, focusing on EVs, hybrids, and ICE vehicles, and highlights challenges in affordability, resale, and long-term industry strategy.

Materials Market: Trends & Strategy
07 Apr 2026

Materials Market: Trends & Strategy

Shivaji_Mohinta

Business Consultant (Nov 2022 - Present); India

Industry veteran with 36 years' experience discusses market dynamics, growth drivers, and challenges in building materials and laminates, highlighting sustainable trends and strategic insights for investors.

Inside India’s Manufacturing Shift
07 Apr 2026

Inside India’s Manufacturing Shift

P_S

Leading Automotive OEM Expert

Peek inside India’s evolving manufacturing world! From automation myths to software-driven cars, this article shares hands-on lessons and future trends.