MG Automotives alleges coach design infringement

MG Automotives, a leading bus and coach manufacturer in India, has issued a public notice raising concerns about the alleged infringement of its coach designs by competitors. The notice states that competitors have been unlawfully replicating MG Automotives’ distinctive features, configurations, and aesthetic elements in its own coach designs, seemingly encouraged by their customers.
Specifically, the notice points out instances of infringement on three of MG Automotives’ highly acclaimed coach models: the Leera, Glider, and Prizm.
In response to these actions, MG Automotives has threatened legal action, demanding that competitors immediately cease the wrongful promotion, distribution, and sales of these infringing coaches. Furthermore, the company seeks compensation for any damages or losses incurred as a result of these infringements.
The notice emphasizes the significance of safeguarding their coach designs and proprietary information, stating, “The protection of our coach designs and our proprietary information is paramount and critical to us.” MG Automotives has strong partnerships with leading Indian OEMs, including Mahindra Trucks and Buses, Ashok Leyland, and Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles. The company has an impressive total installed capacity of 14,000 units annually, spread across a massive built-up area of 42,100 sq. m., making it one of the largest facilities in the country. The company operates two plants, strategically located in Zaheerabad, Andhra Pradesh, and Belgaum, Karnataka.