The inauguration was attended by Satish Sharma, Senior President and Director – Business Development and Strategy, BKT.Balkrishna Industries Ltd (BKT) has inaugurated a dedicated Vehicle Dynamics and Testing (VD&T) base at the National Automotive Test Tracks (NATRAX) in Indore. The facility, which is Asia’s second largest test track, will be used to expand BKT’s presence in the passenger vehicle tyre segment, including passenger car radial (PCR), commercial vehicle radial (CVR) and two-wheeler tyres.
The inauguration was attended by Satish Sharma, Senior President and Director – Business Development and Strategy, BKT.
Focus on testing and product development
The VD&T base will be used to accelerate product development, testing, and validation, with a focus on performance, safety and durability. By using NATRAX’s infrastructure, BKT will be able to conduct testing across ride, handling, comfort, braking, durability, and off-road terrain.
These capabilities will support both original equipment manufacturers and the replacement market.
Satish Sharma said, “Our entry into the consumer space is guided by a clear commitment: developing tyres that users can trust for safety, comfort, mileage, and reliability on every journey. The establishment of dedicated VD&T base at NATRAX marks a pivotal step in our journey to deliver tyres across segments.”
“This facility empowers us to simulate real-world conditions and rigorously test our products for performance, safety, and durability. By addressing key consumer pain point, be it ride comfort, braking efficiency, or terrain adaptability; we are committed to engineering solutions that truly elevate the driving experience,” he added.
