Motul India presented its latest lubrication and fluid technologies at SIAT Expo 2026, reinforcing its focus on innovation, safety and sustainability in line with the event’s theme, Innovative Pathways for Safe and Sustainable Mobility. The company’s showcase focused on solutions designed to support emerging mobility platforms, evolving powertrain architectures and long-term sustainability objectives.
At the exhibition, Motul demonstrated advanced cooling and fluid technologies developed for electric motors, power electronics and battery systems, including immersive battery cooling solutions. These technologies illustrated the role of specialised lubricants and fluids in improving efficiency, reliability and safety across next-generation mobility systems.
Motul also highlighted the ongoing work of its global research and development teams, which continue to enhance lubricant performance for conventional internal combustion engines, including hydrogen-based ICE applications, while simultaneously developing solutions for electric vehicles and future powertrains. The showcase reflected Motul’s approach of aligning technology development with regional needs, regulatory requirements and long-term market evolution.
Dr Julien Plet, Global Head of R&D at Motul, addressed the audience on the company’s innovation priorities and delivered the keynote session titled Innovative Fluids for NextGen Mobility at SIAT 2026. He emphasised that Motul’s R&D efforts are focused on balancing performance improvements for existing technologies with readiness for future mobility platforms.
Among the key exhibits was Motul’s E-Gen fluid technology range for hybrid and electric vehicles. Designed to support thermal management of electric motors, battery packs and power electronics, the E-Gen range addresses critical performance and durability requirements as electrified mobility continues to mature.
Motul also presented NGEN, its sustainable lubricant range formulated using re-refined base oils. The NGEN portfolio highlighted Motul’s commitment to circular economy principles and responsible material use, forming a core element of the company’s long-term sustainability strategy.
In line with SIAT Expo’s emphasis on alternative fuels, Motul showcased lubricant development work for hydrogen internal combustion engines, underlining its early investments in emerging propulsion technologies. Further reinforcing its race-to-road engineering philosophy, Motul displayed OEM-validated products, including a lubricant approved by Mercedes-Benz and another developed in collaboration with Toyota Racing Development, demonstrating how motorsport-driven innovation feeds into real-world performance standards.
Nagendra Pai, CEO, Motul India & South Asia, said SIAT Expo serves as a critical platform to engage with future mobility trends and added that Motul’s blend of global innovation capability and local relevance positions the company to support electrification, sustainability and alternative fuel technologies in India.
Through its participation at SIAT Expo 2026, Motul India reaffirmed its role as a technology-focused partner to the automotive and mobility ecosystem, backed by strong global R&D, deep OEM collaborations and a clear roadmap for future propulsion systems. Motul develops, manufactures and markets premium lubricants designed to enhance performance across a wide range of applications, from powersports and passenger vehicles to heavy-duty and industrial uses.
A pioneer in synthetic lubrication, Motul introduced its iconic 300V range as the world’s first fully synthetic multigrade oil. Building on decades of technical expertise, the company has expanded its portfolio to include vehicle care products for cars, motorcycles and bicycles, as well as advanced thermal management fluids for electric vehicle batteries and digital infrastructure such as data centres, addressing both performance demands and long-term sustainability needs.
Established in 1853, Motul operates in 160 countries and has earned a strong global reputation as a trusted technology partner to leading manufacturers and elite motorsport teams. The brand is closely associated with major international racing events and championships, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the World Endurance Championship, MotoGP, Dakar Rally, Goodwood and the UCI Mountain Bike World Series.
