Setco Auto Systems Pvt Ltd, India’s foremost manufacturer of clutches for Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles, announced that its SetcoLipe® Clutch brand has earned two major recognitions at the Asian Brand and Leadership Conclave 2025 hosted by The Brand Story in Bangkok this November. The company has been named Asia’s Leading Brand 2025 in Automotive Manufacturing and Asia’s Most Trusted Brand 2025 in the same category, based on consumer and industry research conducted by The Brand Story, with Ernst & Young serving as Process Advisors and the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry as Industry Partner. These awards underscore more than four decades of Setco’s commitment to engineering strength, consistent performance, and product innovation.
Commenting on the achievement, Harish Sheth, Chairman and Managing Director, said the company is honoured to receive recognition that reflects the confidence placed in Setco products by OEMs, fleet operators, and drivers across the MHCV ecosystem. He added that SetcoLipe® Clutch continues to set benchmarks in reliability and durability, and that the awards reaffirm the company’s determination to deliver long-term value to its customers. He dedicated the honours to employees, suppliers, customers, and stakeholders who have supported Setco’s journey over the years.
Setco Automotive Ltd, founded in 1982, is a leading manufacturer of clutches for the commercial vehicle sector and a recognised supplier of truck components. Its portfolio includes brake linings, clutches, flywheels, lubricants, release bearing assemblies, and universal joints, supported further by its advanced machined castings subsidiary, Lava Cast Pvt Ltd.
With five manufacturing plants and more than 100 products, the company serves global markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, the SAARC region, and the Middle East. Its R&D centres in India and the UK utilise advanced modelling, lifecycle tools, testing systems, and engineering platforms to meet diverse customer needs across varied operating conditions.
