Dr. Abhay Firodia appointed President, SIAM

By: Motown India Bureau

Sep 08 2017

Dr. Abhay Firodia, Chairman, Force Motors Ltd. has been appointed President of SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers) by the apex body's executive committee on September 7, 2017. Dr. Firodia will succeed Vinod Dasari, Managing Director & CEO, Ashok Leyland.

Dr Firodia had previously been elected President of AIAM in the year 1990-91 & 1991-92. SIAM's Executive Committee also elected Rajan Wadhera, President - Automotive, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. as its Vice President. Kenichi Ayukawa, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. has been appointed as Treasurer by SIAM's Executive Committee.

Dr. Abhay Firodia has been conferred an honorary degree of "Doctor of Science" by Rajiv Gandhi Technological University, Madhya Pradesh, has also received the 'Jain Ratna' award and 'Cross of the Order of Merit' from the Federal Republic of Germany for his services offered in drawing closer ties between India and Germany.

FOLLOW US ON

Tags Dr. Abhay Firodia Chairman Force Motors Ltd. SIAM Doctor of Science

Next Previous View All

comments (0)

No Comment Available for this Post. Be the first one to comment on this Post.

Steelbird launches Doraemon face shields for children at Rs ...

20 May 2021

Asia's largest helmet manufacturer Steelbird Hi-tech India (SBHT) has launched Doraemon face shields for kids to help them cover their face and to safeguard the tiny tots against the covid pandemic.

Complete Reading

Safe Cams introduces its first-of-its-kind driver status mon...

18 May 2021

Pune-based SCDE Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has announced the launch of its latest innovati0n – a first-of-its-kind of Driver Status Monitor (DSM) System-based vehicle safety solution. At the moment, the DSM ...

Complete Reading

Steelbird ‘Blauer POD’ helmets priced at Rs 9079 onward

13 May 2021

Steelbird Hi-Tech India limited, Asia’s largest helmet manufacturer has introduced its “Blauer POD” helmets designed especially for added protection of the riders. Prices of this model starts from Rs...

Complete Reading

In The News

Michelin announces price increase in Africa, India & Middle East region
Date : 08 Jun 2021
TVS Motor Company expands its presence in Iraq
Date : 31 May 2021
Apollo Tyres is now accredited with ISO 17025 for track tests
Date : 17 May 2021
Mercedes-Benz India makes changes in Sales and Marketing functions
Date : 13 May 2021
Tata Motors rolls out Nexon EV Charging Stories
Date : 13 May 2021
Shareholders vote in favour of Motherson Sumi Group restructuring
Date : 30 Apr 2021
Maruti Suzuki FY 2020-21 net sales fall by 7.2pc, net profits by 25.1pc
Date : 27 Apr 2021
MG Motor India, Devnandan Gases to increase medical oxygen production
Date : 21 Apr 2021
BAJA SAEINDIA 2021 commences its 14th edition
Date : 21 Apr 2021
Tata Motors Group global wholesales at 3,30,125 in Q4 FY21
Date : 15 Apr 2021
Honda Cars India recalls vehicles for replacement of fuel pump
Date : 15 Apr 2021
Chetak bookings open and close; Company does not disclose numbers
Date : 15 Apr 2021

Interviews

Interview with Woosuk Leem, Managing Director, AS Parts Divi...

01 Jun 2021

Motown India speaks to Woosuk Leem, Managing Director, AS Parts Division, Mobis India to get more details about the Hyundai Mobility Membership App and its advantages.

Complete Reading

Interview with Vishal Mathur, Senior Vice President, LMD Tru...

07 Apr 2021

Vishal Mathur, Senior Vice President, LMD Truck Business – VECV elaborates upon VECV’s Light & Medium Duty (LMD) business in India, the company’s product offering and the several advantages offered by...

Complete Reading

Interview with KN Gupta, Joint MD, Maclite (Super Nova Autol...

26 Aug 2020

KN GUPTA, Joint Managing Director, Maclite (Super Nova Autolite Pvt Ltd) & MD, SKNG Business Solutions Pvt Ltd reveals in an interview with Motown India Editor Roy P. Tharyan, that the auto industry i...

Complete Reading

Dr. Abhay Firodia appointed President, SIAM

FOLLOW US ON

FORCE TRAVELLER AMBULANCE: THE UNSUNG HERO OF INDIAN AUTO IN...

South India prefers Merc, BMW cars, while north prefers Audi...

Hero Lectro launches purpose built cargo vehicle Winn at Rs ...

New BMW 5 series launched at Rs 62.90 lakh

Italy’s Bologna Airport gets a new Lamborghini Huracán Evo f...

Porsche sets new lap record for fastest road-legal car with ...

Steelbird launches Doraemon face shields for children at Rs ...

Safe Cams introduces its first-of-its-kind driver status mon...

Steelbird ‘Blauer POD’ helmets priced at Rs 9079 onward

Interview with Woosuk Leem, Managing Director, AS Parts Divi...

Interview with Vishal Mathur, Senior Vice President, LMD Tru...

Interview with KN Gupta, Joint MD, Maclite (Super Nova Autol...

Find us on Facebook