WAF gets together the Young Industry Stalwarts who are ringing in an EV Revolution
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Thought Leaders from Automotive and IT on one platform to create a Win-Win Future
The 5th WAFit (World Auto Forum on Information Technology) powered by FICCI and NASSCOM – Center of Excellence for IoT and AI, was held virtually on Saturday 26 June 2021. The theme of the conference was – AI in Action at Automotive & Mobility with thought leaders from Automotive and IT from across the globe sharing their views on how AI is being adopted by all important stakeholders in a Win-Win way. For attendees there was the three-pronged benefit of learning form Top AI Experts; earning the Prestigious WAF Certification as a Connected Vehicle Professional and getting Placement Assistance at WAF CXO Jobs.
Continue reading “Key Takeaways of 5th WAFit! 2021 AI in Action”
15 March 2021 | New Delhi, India
The WAF CFO Roundtable was held virtually on Saturday, 13 th March in which Chief Financial
Officers of the auto & mobility industry across discussed a very relevant and pertinent topic- Best
Practices of Financial Management in the Covid Era
The panel comprised Maheen Lampwala Country CFO for the Faurecia Group of Entities in India;
Puneet Sabharwal, who is CFO with Citroën India; Anders Olof Häger, the CFO Volvo Eicher
Commercial Vehicles; Surendra Agarwal, CFO Group Landmark; Chandan Goyal, a Chartered
Accountant by profession and the co-founder of Blue Consulting; and Anuj Guglani, the founder and
CEO at World Auto Forum which connects the Auto & Mobility Industry in 125 Countries.
Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum called upon the panel to share their key learning in the year
2020.
Mr. Puneet Sabharwal spoke of how they had to reshape their new-launch strategy and media
publicity during the pandemic. Earlier women would request for a day of ‘work-from-home’ to take
care of domestic responsibilities but after the lockdown, it was the other way- requesting to allow
them to attend office at least for a day.
He realized that change is the only constant in life, as he saw flexibility in work hours, a paperless
work environment, including the financial transactions, and a infused a new motivation which created a new opportunity in adversity had set in.
Mr Anuj Guglani, CEO World Auto Forum, told how physical distancing ushered in the entry of trucks
carrying materials inside the premises of Automobiles Industry, through RPA and associated
technologies for material entry thereby reducing the earlier time of 45 minutes to less than 5
minutes.
The 2nd CHRO Roundtable was held virtually on Saturday 27 Feb, 2021 where Chief HR officers of the auto & mobility industry discussed innovations and best practices during the pandemic year and the learnings thereof, and the way forward for India Inc. in 2021 and beyond.
The virtual exhibition at the 2nd CHROs Roundtable 2021 was also the highlight of the event and was a roaring success.
Mr Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum set the ball rolling by sharing with the audience, the global outreach of the CHROs Roundtable this year to share best practices and learnings. He spoke about the challenges faced by organizations in managing Work from Home, and what they would have to do when the focus shifted once more to Work fromOffice.
Continue reading “CHRO Toolkit 2021 powered by WAF CHRO Roundtable”
Urgent Press Release
World Auto Forum [WAF] Awards announced. WAF stars steal the show!
New Delhi | 9th January 2021 | https://worldautoforum.com
The 8th World Auto Forum Awards concluded today with WAF stars stealing the show all the way!! This time, the awards were bigger, different and as stringent as they always come! Deeply researched, passionately debated and carefully chosen, they showcased Platinum performances from across the Automotive ecosystem.
Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum, remarked, “WAF Awards 2021 are a testimony to how the Industry stars have taken care of their customers, teams and suppliers, balancing health – physical, mental and financial”.
Continue reading “8th WAF Awards Held | 120+ Media Cos Cover it!”
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Teus, 15 Dec 2020 5:45 PM IST
IVASS 2020 brings together the Global After Sales Experts to share Industry Best Practices amidst the Pandemic
15th December 2020 | New Delhi & Detroit | https://worldautoforum.com/ivass
India Vehicle After Sales Summit, a program organized on Saturday, 12th December 2020 by World Auto Forum in association with ASDC – Automotive Skilling Development Council, set the path for innovations in the Vehicle After Sales & Auto aftermarket ecosystem.
Top Experts from Auto Suppliers, OEMs, Dealership network, Service companies, Parts Makers & Distributors graced the Panel Discussions and Keynote sessions. The theme this year was ‘Surviving and thriving through Innovation, Skilling & Teamwork’. Each session deliberated on various aspects of the post Covid needs and adaptability required to cope with the changing dynamics of consumer behaviour and governmental policies.
Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum set the ball rolling by sharing with the audience, the global outreach of IVASS this year, with speakers brought in from across the globe to broaden the horizons of learning and sharing of best practices. He also elucidated the common global challenges faced by the Industry and the pivotal role Innovation plays in overcoming them.
It is a Moment of great pride and honour for us at World Auto Forum.
In a about 4 Months ,we have exceeded 1 Million Views of our Popular Series WAF Gurus Live!
We began WGL March End 2020, while the entire world was under a lockdown! It was to empower, educate, motive and coach the Automotive and Mobility Industry members.
16 Programs, 4 Months, 87 Thought Leaders and 1 Million + Views!
A Series of focussed programs on myriad topics ranging from Dealer Health, Supply Chains, After Sales Service, Legal Compliances, Cyber Security, Solar Energy, Pre Owned Vehicles, Shared Mobility, EV and many more
Three Cheers to WAF Members, our WAF Gurus, who powered them and Our Annual Partners :
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New Delhi | 28th April 2020 | https://worldautoforum.com | Virtual Exhibition : https://bit.ly/WAFVirtualExhibiton
The Much Awaited Volkswagen T-Roc has been launched Online in India. The SUV Enthusiasts and Car Aficionados had been waiting for this product for a while now!
Indian Theatre Actress Radhika Apte had joined Steffen Knapp Director VW Passenger Cars for the Innovative Online launch today at 11.30 AM
T-Roc was showcased by the company at the recent Auto Expo 2020. It had won great reviews by visitors and people on social media last month.
T-Roc is the second SUV launched by the Company this year. It is a CBU and is being imported under the 2500 Units Relaxation Rule of the new Central Motor Vehicles (Eleventh Amendment) Rules, 2018, just like its sibling the Tiguan Allspace.
Continue reading “Much Awaited Fully Loaded Volkswagen T-Roc launched at Rs 19.99 lakh”
WAF CHRO roundtable organized by World Auto Forum on Friday, 28 th February 2020 brought together top CHROs, HR experts and CXOs. It brought into focus, the core issues related to HR, people management, compliances and lots more.
During the two roundtables planned for the day, insights were shared on the expectations of the millennials, the new dynamics of corporate HR, the need to focus on compliances and
labour reforms.
Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum, speaking on the aims of the program explained, “the whole of last year was a real challenge for the Auto sector. With shrinking bottom-lines, massive retrenchments became a sad reality. With that came a host of HR related challenges and union problems. People management came into sharp focus.
We at World Auto Forum felt the need for a dialogue on HR best practices, especially during such
turbulent times. We plan to use the insights gathered here to create Automotive HR Action plan 2020.”
Two roundtables were organized during the day.
Roundtable 1 : Managing Our Most Important Asset – “Our People” during challenging times
Renault, the number one European brand in India, has a clear objective to grow its presence in India and Renault India continues to be an important part of Groupe Renault’s global expansion plans. With a developing product portfolio, Renault has more than 6 lakh customers in India. Renault has also expanded its network reach to more than 370 sales and 450 service touchpoints.
FADA successfully concluded the 11th edition of Auto Summit 2020
Announces the likely implementation of the scrappage policy that will help reduce manufacturing cost in the country
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Press Release
WAF Awards 2019, the most aspirational awards in the Auto Sector held.
Powered by Research by IIT Delhi
WINNERS TOOK CENTRE STAGE TONIGHT
New Delhi | 8th November 2019 | https://worldautoforum.com/awards
Continue reading “7th WAF Awards 2019, the most aspirational awards in the Auto Sector”
Powered by Quadruple Elimination Process. Research by IIT Delhi.
Ladies & Gentlemen presenting the Hon’ble Jury of 7th World Auto Forum Awards for Auto Makers CXOs.
Q: Why is the WAF Award one of the toughest to win and why is it so aspirational ?
Continue reading “Jury Rounds for 7th WAF Awards held at IIT Delhi & FICCI”
Continue reading “Moments from India Shared Mobility Summit”
New Delhi | 8th Sep 2019 | https://worldautoforum.com/isms
World Auto Forum, the organization that connects the entire Auto Industry across 125 countries, is going to present India’s first comprehensive program on Shared Mobility – India Shared Mobility Summit (ISMS). The event will take place on Friday, 13th September 2019 at Holiday Inn, Aerocity, New Delhi.
Continue reading “ISMS by World Auto Forum to chart the roadmap for Shared Mobility”
URGENT PRESS RELEASE
New Delhi | April 30, 2019 | https://WorldAutoForum.com
World Auto Forum partners NASSCOM, FICCI & A.T. Kearney to successfully hold world’s first ever automotive program on AI, IoT and Blockchain technologies, WAFit 2019.
April 26, 2019
URGENT PRESS RELEASE
NASSCOM, FICCI & A.T. Kearney join hands with World Auto Forum to present the world’s first ever automotive program on AI, IoT and Blockchain technology
New Delhi: We all have been hearing about AI-Artificial Intelligence that it is the next big thing that will revolutionize the world just like the internet. The day is not too far when our cars will be powered by AI and it’s going to happen within the next 5 years! To discuss and to co-create a win-win and responsible automotive ecosystem powered by these emerging technologies, NASSCOM – Centre of Excellence -IoT, FICCI & A.T. Kearney have joined hands with ‘World Auto Forum’ to present the worlds first ever automotive program on AI, IoT & Blockchain – 3rd edition of WAFit -World Auto Forum on IT that will take place at Holiday Inn Aerocity, New Delhi on Sat 27th April 2019.
View WAF MasterClass Pics here : http://bit.ly/WAFMAPicsFB
I. 4 Power Key Notes by the Best M&A Pros
II. Case Studies Based Simulation Group Presentations
III. Panel Discussion & Debriefing All day Learnings
iV. Distribution of Certificates & Valedictory Ceremony
World Auto Forum is the Global Think Tank with members, fans, Followers in 125 Countries.
Last Week we organised India’s First MasterClass on M&A at Automotive.
20 Top Auto CXOs, with Top M&A PROs of India came together for the WAF MasterClass.
Continue reading “India’s first MasterClass on M&A at Automotive is a BIG SUCCESS!”
Anuj Guglani CEO World Auto Forum gave a keynote address on Future of Work, Tech & Augmented Intelligence during “The CEOs Meet” Organised by Amity University, Greater Noida
It was received well by the Faculty and Students!
He mentioned , he returns with lots of new ideas to action. He was delightfully impressed with the energy and enthusiasm of fellow CEOs, Faculty and Students
A few moments :
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PRESS RELEASE by WORLD AUTO FORUM 11 Dec 2018, New Delhi
Auto OEM’s, Dealers, Suppliers, Aftermarket, Parts Co’s & Service Providers come together for 4th IVASS – India Vehicle After Sales Summit by World Auto Forum to Co-Create a Win-Win future. A Safer, Greener and a Highly Skilled EcoSystem.
Three Industry Stalwarts inducted in the Global Automotive Hall of Fame at World Auto Forum.
Industry Stakeholders announce a Special Task Force for Skill Development of roadside Mechanics and Technicians at 4th IVASS
26th October 2018 | New Delhi | Press release by World Auto Forum |
6th World Auto Forum (WAF) Awards 2018 for Auto Maker CXOs held on Friday, 26th October 2018 at New Delhi
Pictures from the Awards ceremony : http://bit.ly/wafawards18pics
Ceremony Videos at WAF TV : https://worldautoforum.com/waf-tv
Main WAF Awards Site : https://worldautoforum.com/awards
Continue reading “Awards Ceremony for 6th WAF Awards for Best Auto Maker CXO’s held”
World’s Very FIRST Automotive Legal Experts Network at India for the World!
Prof Rajiv Khanna Former Dean Faculty of Law, University of Delhi and Mr S Ramaswamy, Medha Advisors, Former Group GC Honda Cars & Escorts Ltd inducted in International Legal Hall of Fame at World Auto Forum


Who is Liable when an Autonomous Vehicle crashes ? What is our readiness to counter Cyber Attacks ? What are the safety and Environment compliances for EV’s ? What are the Legal implications of AI and Machine Learning ? How do we empower our Supply Chains with Smart Contracts powered by Blockchain ? Do we have clarity on New Safety rules ? How would BS-6 Norms impact us ?
Its time to have an AUTOMOTIVE LEGAL DISCUSSION !
20th Sept 2018 | New Delhi
PRESS RELEASE from WORLD AUTO FORUM
EV Makers, Auto OEM’s, Dealer Principals, Industry veterans, IP Firms, IT Companies and above all EV Innovators come together for HEVEN – Hybrid & EV Expert Network by World Auto Forum
The second meeting of HEVEN – Hybrid & EV Expert Network by World Auto Forum was held recently at New Delhi. It was well attended by MD’s & CEO’s of EV Makers, functional Heads from Auto OEM’s, Auto Dealer Principals, Industry veterans, IP Firms, IT Companies and above all EV Innovators!
Organised by World Auto Forum, an organization that connects Auto industry across 125 countries.

Anuj Guglani, CEO, World Auto Forum gave the welcome Keynote and moderated all three HEVEN Expert Panels. He shared the importance of reducing dependency on Fossil Fuels for Electricity Generation & managing end to end battery Lifecycle. He spoke of a low Carbon Society, where each company gets a green rating based on their carbon footprint. The Company’s Consumers earn redeemable green credits on buying the company’s products or availing its services based on the company’s green rating. He mentioned that a Low Carbon world is tech and fuel agnostic. The EV’s, BS6, Fuel Cell EV, Plug in hybrids EV all being means to the end. Continue reading “India Action Plan decided at 2nd Meeting of Hybrid & EV Expert Network”
27th July 2018 | New Delhi
PRESS RELEASE from WORLD AUTO FORUM
Auto Gurus, Mktg Gurus, Social Media Gurus powered Co-Creation of a Win-win Future of the Automotive!

Continue reading “3rd IVSMS – India Vehicle Sales & Marketing Summit”
New Delhi, Oct 27, 2017
First Hybrid & Electric Vehicles Expert Network held at New Delhi.
Environment Protection, Development of EV EcoSystem & Consumer Adoption Key Priorities
World Auto Forum to release Action Document on Hybrids & EV’s in partnership with Globally Renowned research firm Markets and Markets
World Auto Forum connects Auto Industry in 125 Countries. Recently it organised HEVEN – Hybrid & EV Expert Network at Hotel Hyatt Regency, New Delhi
It was well attended by Policy Makers from Niti Aayog, State govt Representatives, Senior Auto Industry Leaders, Suppliers, Designers, Tech Innovators and Academia
World Auto Forum thanks its Annual Partners for making #HEVEN17 happen. Gallops Motors, India’s Leading Auto Retailer provides class leading Customer experience. Auto ji is the leader in Auto Spare Parts Business. They have mastered cutting edge technology and processes in Supply Chain, E Commerce & Warehousing Innovations. Both working with leading Auto OEM’s in the country. MotorUncle.com is the online destination for Confused Car Buyer and Hassled Car Service Consumer. In a short time, it has served several customers pan India and created happy moments with their cars.

During the Welcome Address, Anuj Guglani, CEO World Auto Forum mentioned, “The Electric Continue reading “First Hybrid & Electric Vehicles Expert Network held at New Delhi.”
New Delhi – Nov 17, 2017
5th World Auto Forum (WAF) Awards for Auto Maker CXO’s. Ceremony held
• An award based on the Unique, Tested, Tried & Proven Quadruple Elimination Process that recognises Winning People behind the Winning Cars, Bikes & Trucks!
New Delhi – Nov 17, 2017 – 5th World Auto Forum Awards for Auto Maker CXO’s shall be held today. These prestigious awards are powered by the Unique Quadruple Elimination Process: 1. Selection Parameters finalised by CXO’s from the Auto Makers. 2. Exhaustive research by young researchers from IIT Delhi 3. Multiple Jury Rounds 4. Reference Checks.
This year the selection was made from a total of 40 Auto Makers in India and their 248 CXO’s. The WAF Award truly celebrates the Authentic Winning Performance of CXO’s / Functional Heads amongst the Auto Makers. The awards are in the categories of CV Makers, Two Wheeler Makers, Passenger Vehicle Makers, Best Innovation, Luxury 2 Wheeler and Luxury PV Makers.

Our Hon’ble Jury Members for 2017 World Auto Forum Awards:
Continue reading “5th World Auto Forum (WAF) Awards for Auto Maker CXO’s Glittering Ceremony”
PRESS RELEASE World Auto Forum 9 December 2017 New Delhi
3rd IVASS – India Vehicle After Sales Summit is a FULL HOUSE!
Another Awesome Summit by World Auto Forum

World Auto Forum connects Auto Suppliers, Auto Makers and Auto Dealers in 125 Countries.
If it’s the Second Sat of Dec and you have the Auto OEM’s After Sales & Parts Heads, their teams, Auto Dealers and Service & Workshop Equipment makers, Innovators, CRM Experts, AR/VR Evangelists in a hall for a day, It has to be the IVASS Day!
World Auto forum which connects the auto Industry worldwide. It has been organising the IVASS – India Vehicle After Sales Summit. Running in its third year, the response from the Vehicle After Sales eco System has only been growing year after Year.
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19th March 2018 | Delhi | #WAFit ! |
World Auto Forum on Information Technology [WAFit! 2018] buzzed with great ideas and extensive debates on Artificial intelligence, Augmented reality, Virtual reality, Machine learning, Cloud and Cyber security
World Auto Forum on Information Technology [WAFit! 2018] held in Delhi on 16th of March 2018 at Radisson Blu Plaza, Delhi Airport came to conclusion amidst great ideas and extensive debates.
Presented by World Auto Forum that connects the Auto industry across 125 countries, this day-long event brought together industry veterans, industry experts, new-age entrepreneurs and professionals from across the spectrum, representing emerging technologies that will be impacting Automotive sector in a major way in the years to come.
Artificial intelligence, Augmented reality, Virtual reality, Machine learning, Cloud and Cyber security were some of the topics that were warmly discussed and some of them, hotly debated! It was this interesting mix of divergent opinions and different perspectives that made WAFit! 2018, an exciting blend of Technological innovations at play and Auto industry’s readiness to adapt to this changing environment.
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