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Economic Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Maruti, Japanese trade body to facilitate business opportunities for startups from India, Japan
Agencies Under the agreement, Indian startups will be supported in accessing the Japanese startup and innovation ecosystem, while Japanese startups will be given the opportunity to engage with the Indian ecosystem. Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday said it has inked a pact with the Japan External Trade Organisation to promote innovation and facilitate business opportunities for startups from India and Japan. As per a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Maruti Suzuki and Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) will collaborate to support startups based in India to access the startup and innovation ecosystem of Japan, similarly, startups based in Japan will get an opportunity to access the startup and innovation ecosystem of India. In addition, the automaker and JETRO will work with each other to facilitate the participation and networking of startups in appropriate activities or events, connecting them with relevant partners, the company said in a statement. "We see great potential in Indian startups, and with this MoU with JETRO, we will be able to provide a platform for these promising startups to explore the Japanese business landscape," Maruti Suzuki India MD and CEO Hisashi Takeuchi said. JETRO India Chief Director General Takashi Suzuki said the MoU aims to foster innovation, drive economic growth, and further strengthen the deep-rooted ties between India and Japan.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Hans India
India-made cars gain traction in Japan
New Delhi: According to figures compiled by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), India's car exports to Japan jumped to $616.45 million in the first nine months (April-December) of 2024-25, which represents a close to 3-fold jump over the $220.62 million worth exports in full financial year of 2023-24. The Maruti Suzuki India is the biggest exporter its off-roader sport utility vehicle (SUV) Jimny to Japan. Mexico, Australia, and South Africa are currently the top four export markets for this is the second SUV after the Fronx that the company is exporting to its parent company in Japan.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki introduces EV training programme across 130 ITIs
Maruti Suzuki India announced on Tuesday the launch of a comprehensive training programme across 130 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in 24 states and four Union Territories to equip technicians with the skills to handle high voltage systems in electric and hybrid vehicles. For the initiative, the carmaker will invest ₹3.9 crore to address concerns about after-sales support and accelerate EV adoption. The training programme will train over 4,100 students annually. It addresses a growing industry need for a skilled workforce as the number of electric and hybrid vehicles increases. "We want to maximise adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the country. When we researched the reasons for low adoption of EVs, one of the major hurdles in the minds of the customers was confidence in after-sales support," said MSI Senior Executive Officer Corporate Affairs Rahul Bharti said. MSI is planning to launch its first EV, the e Vitara, in September this year. The company anticipates that the majority of the first year's production will be allocated to overseas markets. The company already offers models incorporating strong hybrid technology.
India Today
4 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Maruti starts training program in high voltage systems for e-vehicles at 130 ITIs
Maruti Suzuki India today announced the launch of a comprehensive training capsule to handle high-voltage systems required for electric (EVs) and hybrid vehicles (HEVs). The customised training program has been introduced across 130 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in 24 states and 4 union territories in part of the company's corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative, Maruti aims to develop a skilled workforce for the overall automotive industry. The company has invested approximately Rs 3.9 crore towards this initiative. advertisement"We want to maximise the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the country. When we researched the reasons for low adoption of EVs, one of the major hurdles in the minds of the customers was confidence in after-sales support. Incidentally, this is an area of strength for Maruti Suzuki. While 90% of EV sales happen in 100 cities, we will go 10x and cover 1,000 cities with more than 1,500 workshops equipped to provide service support to BEVs. The fundamental to good service is a trained technician," said Rahul Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India. "Our high voltage training CSR program in about 130 ITIs of India will train more than 4,100 students every year. At the end of the course, these trained technicians are free to join the Maruti Suzuki service network or any other original equipment manufacturer. Hence, this upskilling of students is strategic to BEV adoption in India. The high voltage training will be useful for strong hybrid cars also, and so there is a synergy between both technologies," he added. advertisement The high voltage training program is for second-year ITI students and covers topics like the fundamentals of EVs and HEVs, safety procedures for handling high voltage systems, usage of special tools and equipment, and best practices for system Maruti also conducts specialised skill enhancement for the faculty of the ITIs with train-the-trainer programs and provides training equipment and tools to conduct a pioneering training program. "These efforts will go a long way in instilling confidence among customers for the adoption of newer technologies," the company to Auto Today MagazineMust Watch
Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti commences high voltage training program at 130 ITIs to accelerate EV adoption
Synopsis Maruti Suzuki India has initiated a training program. It focuses on high voltage systems for electric and hybrid vehicles. This program spans 130 Industrial Training Institutes across India. The initiative aims to prepare technicians for the growing EV market. Maruti Suzuki has invested Rs 3.9 crore in this effort. The company plans to train over 4,100 students annually.
