Imperial Auto, a manufacturer of fluid transmission products for automotive and industrial sectors, has announced the appointment of Vikram Wagh as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective December 20, 2024.
Wagh has over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, including leadership roles at Mahindra and JCB. At Mahindra, he led the Farm Division, which produces Mahindra Tractors. Before that, he served as Managing Director for Southeast Asia at JCB, overseeing market expansion.
Imperial Auto’s Director, Tarun Lamba, said, “Over the past three decades, it has been my privilege to be a part of Imperial Auto as we have grown into a global player in fluid transmission solutions. The time is now right to bring in a leader who can take our vision forward. Vikram’s deep industry knowledge, operational expertise, and commitment to innovation make him the ideal choice to lead Imperial Auto into its next chapter. I will work closely with Vikram to ensure a seamless transition to CEO responsibilities in the coming months. I look forward to the exciting new directions his leadership will bring to this organization.”
Wagh remarked, “I am honored to join Imperial Auto, a company with a rich legacy, a strong commitment to quality, and a relentless drive for customer service. Tarun’s leadership has laid a remarkable foundation, and I am excited to work with the talented team at Imperial to build on this success and drive the company’s growth in an evolving automotive and industrial landscape.”
Imperial Auto, founded in 1969 and based in Faridabad, India, operates over 20 manufacturing facilities globally. The company serves a range of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and emphasizes innovation in fluid transmission technology. In 2022, private equity firm Warburg Pincus invested in the company to support its expansion.