SIAM India

30/09/2026

Statement from Mr Shenu Agarwal, President, SIAM and Managing Director & CEO, Ashok Leyland Ltd. on the CAFE-III fuel efficiency norms notification for Passenger Vehicles.



Shenu Agarwal Ashok Leyland

30/09/2026

Tyres are the only part of your vehicle that stays in constant contact with the road, making their condition critical to safety. Maintaining the recommended tyre pressure improves grip, enhances braking performance, increases fuel efficiency, and extends tyre life. Under-inflated or over-inflated tyres can compromise vehicle control, especially during high-speed travel or emergency manoeuvres. A quick pressure check before long journeys, during changing weather, or while carrying additional load is a small effort that delivers lasting benefits for both safety and performance.

29/09/2026

A journey begins with a simple click that takes only a few seconds but offers protection throughout the drive. Seat belts are designed to safeguard every passenger in the vehicle, not just the driver. Whether you are seated in the front or the rear, buckling up the seat belt significantly reduces the risk of serious injury during sudden braking or a collision. Short distances do not make you safer, and neither does familiar traffic. Make sure fastening your seat belt is the very first step before every drive, every single time.

28/09/2026

A helmet is not just another riding accessory. It is your first line of protection when the unexpected happens. But wearing any helmet is not enough. A certified helmet that fits well, is securely fastened, and is worn by both the rider and the pillion can make all the difference in reducing the severity of an impact. Every ride, whether it is a quick errand or a long journey, deserves the same level of safety. Build the habit before you start the engine because protecting your head is protecting your future.

25/09/2026

On Driver Dignity Day, observed on 17 September 2026, Eicher Motors celebrated the people who keep India moving, bringing together 100 truck drivers, 50 Eicher workshop technicians and 50 VECV stakeholders. The initiative focused on the health, safety and well-being of truck drivers through a general health check-up camp covering 97 OPDs, the operationalization of a dedicated cricket turf under Khel Adda, and the distribution of the first batch of anti-glare glasses by WITHOUT, made using waste collected through Further & Beyond in Northeast India.

24/09/2026

In Episode 59 of SIAM Speaks, Mr. Bhagwan Bindiganavile, Treasurer, SAFE & Executive Vice President – Strategic Planning, Brand and Communication, VE Commercial Vehicles, discusses the importance of strengthening fleet safety in heavy vehicles.

Hosted by Mr. Sumit Chaturvedi, the conversation explores how integrating safety at the fleet level can reduce accident severity, while effective communication can help drive safer behaviour among drivers and fleet operators. The discussion highlights the need for a holistic approach to building a stronger road safety culture across the commercial vehicle ecosystem.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/5I48PCrY0vg

In Episode 59 of SIAM Speaks, Mr. Bhagwan Bindiganavile, Treasurer,...

23/09/2026

Road safety is a shared responsibility, one that calls for coordinated action across policy, enforcement, technology, infrastructure and human behaviour. The 27th SAFE Annual Convention 2026, themed “Safe Journey: A collective Journey towards Safety with Responsibility,” brought this shared responsibility into focus.

Chief Guest Mr Pravin Gordhanji Mali, Hon’ble Minister of State for Forests & Environment, Climate Change, and Transport, Govt. of Gujarat; Guests of Honour Ms Sahitya V, IPS, Mr Satish Patel, IAS, and Mr P R Patelia graced the day-long event.

The Inaugural Session emphasised a systems approach to road safety, shared responsibility, technology, awareness and civic behaviour, while calling for stronger collaboration, innovation and measurable action across stakeholders.

In the Thematic Session 1 “Enforcement and Evaluation”, esteemed speakers covered several subjects including leveraging traffic technology and data-driven interventions, highlighted Gujarat’s progress in Ahmedabad; stated how AI can be used to harness data for reducing fatalities; deliberated upon moving from rule enforcement towards interventions that address risk itself; highlighted integrating diverse data sources for a 360-degree view, addressing every aspect of mobility, from vehicles and tyres to road usage and parking.

While the Fireside Chat highlighted the need for coordinated emergency response, evidence-led interventions, technology, education and empathy; the Thematic Session 2 – “Education & Engineering” reinforced the importance of behavioural education, human-centred design, technology-enabled learning, vehicle and infrastructure safety, driver training and data-led interventions.

22/09/2026

SIAM participated in the 16th India Day at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2026 in Hannover, Germany, on 15 September 2026. The event provided an important platform to showcase India’s evolving automotive and mobility ecosystem and strengthen dialogue and collaboration with global industry stakeholders.

21/09/2026

In the upcoming episode of SIAM Speaks, we are joined by Mr. Bhagwan Bindiganavile, Treasurer, SAFE & Executive Vice President – Strategic Planning, Brand and Communication, VE Commercial Vehicles, for an insightful conversation on improving fleet safety in heavy vehicles.

The discussion explores how fleet-level safety integration can help reduce accident severity and how effective communication can encourage safer behaviour among drivers and fleet operators.

Catch the full conversation only on SIAM India’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/

17/09/2026

At the 27th SAFE Annual Convention 2026, Thematic Session 1 will bring together key voices from government, enforcement, industry and road safety to discuss “Data-Driven Enforcement and Measurable Accountability in Road Safety Governance.”

We welcome Mr. G S Malik, IPS, DG & Inspector General of Police, Govt. of Gujarat, as the Guest of Honour, alongside Mr. Satish Patel, IAS (Retd.), Commissioner, Gujarat Road Safety Authority, and distinguished experts from industry for the session.

From evidence-based enforcement to measurable outcomes, the session will focus on how better use of data can strengthen decision-making, improve accountability and drive tangible road safety outcomes.

Date: 18th September 2026
Venue: Hotel Taj Gandhinagar Resort & Spa, Limbodra, Gandhinagar, Gujarat
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM