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Rosmerta Group announced today its entry into the direct-to-consumer automotive service market with the launch of MyRaasta COCO Garage in Gurgaon. The 11,000-square-foot facility marks the company’s expansion beyond mobile servicing into physical garage operations, offering comprehensive maintenance solutions for Indian car owners.

The new garage combines Rosmerta’s existing doorstep services with in-facility repairs, providing vehicle owners with multiple service options. Customers can access doorstep maintenance for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers, while more complex repairs can be handled at the physical garage, which offers advanced diagnostics, air conditioning service, denting, painting, and periodic maintenance.

“At Rosmerta, we recognize the evolving needs of vehicle owners for both convenience and comprehensive care,” said Hariansh Nagpal, President of Rosmerta Group. “MyRaasta Garage is a testament to our vision of delivering innovative, customer-centric automotive solutions.”

The service integrates with the MyRaasta mobile application, which allows customers to book services, receive updates, and maintain service records. The app also includes an AI tool that enables users to upload vehicle images for preliminary diagnosis of potential issues.

This launch represents a key component of Rosmerta’s expansion strategy in the automotive aftermarket sector. The company currently maintains a network of over 300 verified partner workshops across India and plans to replicate the Gurgaon model in other metropolitan areas.

Established as a major player in mobility solutions, Rosmerta Group holds a 50% market share in India’s High-Security Registration Plate industry and ranks as the second-largest HSRP manufacturer globally. The company has diversified into various transportation technologies, including Intelligent Transport Management Systems, Automated Testing Stations, Vehicle Scrapping Facilities, and Smart Card-based solutions for registration certificates and driving licenses.

The automotive service market in India has seen significant growth in recent years, with increasing vehicle ownership driving demand for both convenient and comprehensive maintenance options. Rosmerta’s hybrid approach aims to address these evolving consumer preferences while establishing the company’s presence in the direct-to-consumer segment.

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Renault India inaugurated a new design center in Chennai on Tuesday, marking the beginning of its ‘renault.rethink’ transformation strategy for the Indian market. The facility, spanning 1,500 square meters, is the company’s largest design center outside France.

The center will focus on developing models tailored to Indian consumers while contributing to Renault’s global projects. Equipped with advanced technologies including virtual reality setups and a high-performance LED wall, the facility aims to combine European design elements with Indian cultural influences.

“Having a dedicated design studio is essential to understanding India’s nuances, listening to its needs, and building from its strengths,” said Laurens van den Acker, Chief Design Officer at Renault Group. “By leveraging local talents and insights, this center will play a key role in shaping Renault’s future mobility solutions.”

The initiative follows Renault’s recent announcement regarding its planned 100% takeover of the alliance’s manufacturing plant RNAIPL and the transformation of its dealership network to align with the company’s new global brand identity.

Venkatram Mamillapalle, Country CEO and Managing Director of Renault India Operations, stated that the ‘renault.rethink’ strategy represents a new era for the company in India. “We are proud to be the most Indian of European carmakers, boasting the largest R&D center, manufacturing unit, highly localized supply chain, and now one of the largest design centers,” he said.

The company also unveiled a conceptual sculpture called ‘renault.rethink’ at the inauguration, which showcases the future design language Renault plans to follow in India.

Renault has maintained a presence in India since 2005, initially operating from Mumbai. The company currently has nearly 10,000 engineers at its R&D center in Chennai who support both local projects and global initiatives.

The expansion in India comes after Renault Group reported strong financial performance in 2024, achieving an operating profit of €4.3 billion, representing 7.6% of its revenue of €56.2 billion—a 7.4% increase from the previous year.

Renault India currently operates with approximately 350 sales touchpoints and 450 service locations across the country, including 210 mobile workshop units. The company claims to have achieved up to 90% localization in its manufacturing process, underscoring its commitment to production in India.

The automotive market in India, now the world’s third-largest, represents a significant opportunity for international manufacturers looking to expand beyond traditional markets. Renault’s increased investment comes as several global automakers have been adjusting their strategies to better compete in the price-sensitive but rapidly growing Indian market.

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Jindal Stainless and AB Energia Solutions have completed installation of Odisha’s largest captive industrial solar energy plant at Jindal’s manufacturing facility in Jajpur. The 30 MWp capacity installation combines a 7.324 MWp floating solar system on an internal reservoir with a 23.02 MWp rooftop installation spread across ten industrial buildings.

The facility is expected to generate 44.3 million units of electricity annually, equivalent to powering approximately 12,000-15,000 households, according to company officials. This renewable energy generation will reduce the plant’s reliance on conventional grid electricity while cutting CO₂ emissions by an estimated 32,208 metric tonnes per year.

“We’re accelerating our progress towards achieving our Net Zero goals and investing in sustainable infrastructure through strategic partnerships,” said Abhyuday Jindal, Managing Director of Jindal Stainless. “The commissioning of Odisha’s largest captive solar energy plant at our Jajpur facility is a major leap in this journey.”

The project represents a significant advancement in industrial renewable energy integration by utilizing previously unused water surfaces for the floating component, which also helps reduce water evaporation from the reservoir.

Siddharth Bhatia, Managing Director of AB Energia Solutions, noted that such initiatives position Indian industry “at the forefront of sustainable manufacturing, ensuring resilience and relevance in a rapidly evolving market landscape” as global demand for low-carbon steel products increases.

The solar installation is part of Jindal Stainless’ broader sustainability strategy, which includes a commitment to invest ₹700 crore in decarbonization projects over the next five years and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, reported a consolidated annual turnover of ₹38,562 crore (USD 4.7 billion) in FY24. The company is currently expanding its facilities to reach 4.2 million tonnes of annual melt capacity by FY27. Jindal operates 16 manufacturing and processing facilities globally, including locations in Spain and Indonesia.

The company has positioned its manufacturing process as environmentally responsible, utilizing electric arc furnace technology that reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional steelmaking methods and allows for the recycling of scrap metal.

AB Energia specializes in renewable energy solutions with operations in India and the Gulf Cooperation Council region. The company provides engineering, procurement, and construction services for various solar installations, including the floating and rooftop systems implemented at Jindal’s Jajpur facility.

This project aligns with India’s national renewable energy goals, which target 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, as the country works to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and meet international climate commitments.

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