Question 1

What is KaM Auto?

Accepted Answer

KaM Auto Engineering and Validation is India's specialist in European and global type approval and sustainability compliance. Founded in 1983, and holding a perpetual authorised contract with the UK's Vehicle Certification Agency since 2006, KaM is the only Indian company with direct VCA authorisation — and the sole Kiwa Netherlands authorised representative for India and Southeast Asia. The company has 40 specialists across six offices in India, the UK, Ireland, and Thailand, and has served over 250 clients.

Question 2

When was KaM Auto founded?

Accepted Answer

KaM's original entity was founded in 1983. The company's defining moment came in 2006, when Managing Director Indeep Madan secured the perpetual authorised contract with VCA — the only such contract held by any Indian company. KaM Auto UK was formally established in Leamington Spa in 2024, extending the company's direct presence into the UK market.

Question 3

Is KaM Auto ISO certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. KaM Auto holds ISO 9001:2015 certification covering both its India and UK entities. The certification is accredited by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) through NQA and is valid until April 2029. ISO 9001:2015 is the internationally recognised standard for quality management systems.

Question 4

What is a certification gap analysis and when should I do one?

Accepted Answer

A gap analysis is a structured review of a vehicle or component against all applicable type approval regulations, conducted before testing begins. It identifies every non-conformance, parameter by parameter, specifying what design changes or documentation are required and the effort needed to reach compliance. A gap analysis should be done at the design stage — when changes are cheapest — or at the start of any new market entry programme. The cost is typically recovered by preventing a single failed test.

Question 5

Does KaM run technical seminars and training?

Accepted Answer

Yes. KaM runs public seminars and in-house corporate training on EU and UK regulatory topics. Past events include EU Battery Regulation (April 2025) and Euro 7: Focus on Tyres and Brakes (February 2026). An upcoming seminar on EU Sustainability Directives is scheduled for 1 July 2026 at The Quorum, Gurgaon (INR 3,540 including GST, capacity 50 delegates). In-house seminars are available for corporate regulatory, legal, and supply chain teams — contact admin@kam-auto.in.

Question 6

What is the KaM Video on Demand library?

Accepted Answer

KaM's VOD library offers permanent on-demand access to recordings of past seminars and expert sessions, available as one-time purchases. Content is CPD-eligible with completion certificates. The library currently includes recordings from the EU Battery Regulation seminar (April 2025) and Euro 7: Focus on Tyres and Brakes (February 2026).

Question 7

Which vehicle segments does KaM serve?

Accepted Answer

KaM serves all major vehicle segments — passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers (including electric), commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, coaches), agricultural machinery, and electric vehicles across all categories. KaM also handles component approvals for tyre manufacturers, lighting suppliers, safety restraint manufacturers, helmet brands, and automotive electronics companies.

Question 8

Does KaM serve component suppliers or only vehicle OEMs?

Accepted Answer

KaM serves both. Component suppliers — including tyre manufacturers (JK Tyre, MRF, Apollo, CEAT, BKT), lighting companies (Lumax, Varroc, Valeo, FIEM), safety restraint manufacturers (Autoliv, Takata, Lear, UNO Minda), helmet brands (Studds, Vega, Steelbird), and electronics suppliers — form a significant part of KaM's client base alongside vehicle OEMs. The full supply chain is covered.

Question 9

Where does KaM Auto operate?

Accepted Answer

KaM has six offices: Delhi-NCR (Gurugram) as its India headquarters, Pune, Chennai, Leamington Spa (UK), Ireland, and Thailand. The India offices serve the full range of Indian vehicle and component manufacturers. The UK office manages GB type approval and direct VCA liaison. Ireland provides EU market presence. Thailand serves as the Southeast Asia regional hub covering Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.

Question 10

What makes KaM different from other certification consultants?

Accepted Answer

Three things set KaM apart. First, the perpetual authorised contract with VCA — held by no other Indian company — means applications go directly to the authority, not through intermediaries. Second, dual formal authorisation from both VCA and Kiwa covers type approval and EU sustainability compliance under one roof. Third, institutional depth: 20+ years of programmes, engineers who drafted Bharat Stage VI standards, and a team with documented history across hundreds of multi-jurisdiction approvals.

Question 11

Who leads KaM Auto?

Accepted Answer

KaM Auto is led by Indeep Madan (Managing Director), who began his career at Ricardo UK and secured the VCA contract in 2006. Sumit Munjal (COO) leads the VCA division and Southeast Asia operations with 24 years of automotive experience. Jack Clisby (Director, KaM Auto UK), a former Aston Martin engineer, co-founded KaM Auto UK in 2024. Sahil Bangia (Principal Engineer) has 13+ years of regulatory work including drafting Bharat Stage VI standards. Harshit Mehta (Project Manager) manages multi-jurisdiction programmes across Europe, the UK, and Southeast Asia.

Question 12

Does KaM cover Southeast Asian markets?

Accepted Answer

Yes. KaM's VCA authorised contract covers India and Southeast Asia. The company has a regional hub in Thailand and manages compliance programmes across Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore. COO Sumit Munjal leads Southeast Asia operations. The Kiwa authorisation also extends to Southeast Asia for sustainability compliance services.

Question 13

How do I contact KaM Auto?

Accepted Answer

India headquarters: +91 80536 00036 / admin@kam-auto.in / WhatsApp: +91 80536 00036. UK office (Jack Clisby): +44 7891 332649 / jack@kam-auto.uk. Address: 204, 2nd Floor, Good Earth Business Bay II, Sector 58, Golf Course Extension Road, Gurugram, Haryana 122101. Or use the contact form at kam-auto.in/contact.

Question 14

What is the seven-step type approval process?

Accepted Answer

Every KaM type approval programme follows seven stages: (1) Inquiry and scope discussion — identifying applicable regulations and target markets; (2) Quote and agreement; (3) Pre-testing preparation and gap analysis — reviewing technical documentation against regulations; (4) Witness testing at an accredited test facility; (5) Technical dossier compilation; (6) Submission to the approving authority; (7) Certificate issued — VCA typically processes within 10–12 working days of submission.

Question 15

Has KaM worked with major Indian vehicle manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. KaM's 250+ client portfolio includes Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, Royal Enfield, Bajaj, TVS, Hero MotoCorp, Honda Motorcycle, Ola Electric, Ather Energy, Ultraviolette, Ashok Leyland, Volvo/VECV, Daimler, UD Trucks, JBM Electric Buses, Switch Mobility, Sonalika, John Deere, Escorts Kubota, TAFE, CNH, VST Tillers, Classic Legend, Scomadi, Atul Auto, Suzuki Motorcycle, Piaggio, JK Tyre, Apollo Tyres, MRF, CEAT, BKT, Autoliv, Lumax, Varroc, Visteon, Pricol, Magneti Marelli, Studds, Steelbird, Sabre, and many others across all vehicle segments and the full supply chain.

Question 16

What does KaM Auto UK do and how is it different from KaM India?

Accepted Answer

KaM Auto UK, based at 1 Mill Street, Leamington Spa, is KaM's British entity established in 2024 and led by Jack Clisby — formerly 12 years at Aston Martin Lagonda. Its primary function is managing GB type approval programmes under the post-Brexit VCA UK framework, providing direct on-the-ground VCA liaison, and supporting Indian and international manufacturers entering the UK market. KaM India (Gurugram headquarters) manages the VCA authorised contract, UNECE and EU type approval programmes, Kiwa sustainability compliance, and all India and Southeast Asia client operations.

Question 17

What do I get when I purchase a KaM VOD recording?

Accepted Answer

Each VOD purchase gives you permanent on-demand access to the full seminar recording, the presentation slides used during the session, and any reference materials distributed to in-person attendees. Certificates of completion are available on request for CPD records. Purchases are currently processed through KaM directly — contact admin@kam-auto.in for pricing and access.

Question 18

How do I purchase a VOD recording and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

VOD recordings are not available through an automated online checkout — purchases are handled directly by KaM. Contact admin@kam-auto.in to request access and pricing for a specific recording. Current recordings available include EU Battery Regulation (April 2025) and Euro 7: Focus on Tyres and Brakes (February 2026). Pricing is provided on request.

Question 19

What is Indeep Madan's background and why does it matter for KaM clients?

Accepted Answer

Indeep Madan began his career at Ricardo UK — one of the world's foremost automotive engineering consultancies — before establishing KaM and securing the perpetual VCA authorised contract in 2006. His engineering background means KaM engages with type approval as an engineering problem, not a paperwork process. His direct relationship with VCA, built over 20+ years, is the foundation of the processing speed and reliability KaM delivers to clients.

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