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Timex celebrates 170 years of great watchmaking
Mumbai: Celebrating its 170th anniversary, Timex honours the brand’s rich heritage and legacy of crafting durable timepieces that are made to be worn and loved for a lifetime.
Since 1854, Timex has stood out in embodying the spirit of American ingenuity, boldly shaking up a 300-year-old industry to craft quality, accessible timepieces, and carving out their place in time with a legacy of firsts in watchmaking. They challenged the status quo, taking timekeeping off the mantles of the one per cent and bringing it to the world with the innovation of brass movements and mass assembly lines. They moved the watch from the pocket to the wrist and created the “watch that made the dollar famous.”
Timex made women’s timepieces an accessory, not an heirloom and even tested their watches on live television. The brand invented the first smartwatch certified by NASA and shot it into outer space, introduced the first sports watch, and today still crosses nearly every finish line. With Indiglo, Timex changed the way the world tells time in the dark.
Timex ventured into the Indian market nearly 35 years ago in 1988 with the launch of its acclaimed watch franchises –Marlin, Waterbury, and Q Timex. Timex India added Fria, a collection created for fashion-conscious modern Indian women perfectly blending classic designs and modern interpretations to the brand’s legacy.
Timex India MD Deepak Chhabra expressed, “It’s an absolute moment of pride for us to be a part of this iconic heritage and celebrate this milestone of 170 years of global excellence. From the launch of Timex’s iconic franchise Marlin, the brand has continued to build a legacy through technological innovation and contemporary designs. A Timex does more than just tell time; it tells your story. Our 35-year-old journey in India aligns with current fashion trends, solidifying our relevance and deepening our connection with Indian consumers.”
Throughout its legacy, Timex has introduced iconic franchises like the Marlin, Waterbury, Q Timex, and Expedition North, encapsulating its rich heritage.
Marlin
The original Marlin watches first debuted in the 1950s and matured into a centerpiece of Timex’s broader collection in the 1960s. Today’s Marlin collection draws inspiration from that era, pulling both from Timex archives and 1960s culture more generally. Timeless and sophisticated, this collection draws on the best of the past while continuing to push Timex’s legacy of style, disruption, and quality into the future.
Waterbury
The Waterbury is the quintessential expression of Timex watchmaking, combining classic timepieces with design sensibility while putting value—a fundamental part of any Timex watch—at its heart. This franchise balances Timex’s rich past with its pioneering spirit, always respecting what has come before while looking boldly to the future.
Q Timex
Bold, irreverent, and confident, the Q Timex watches of today carry some of the stylistic references of the late 1970s and early 1980s and more fully the same ethos that courageously allowed Timex to embrace new technology and create precise, affordable watches with statement-making designs inspired by innovation and change.
Expedition North
The Expedition North collection offers enthusiasts watches that meet their love of exploration and the outdoors. Combining a casual outdoor/military aesthetic that fits a rugged lifestyle, high-quality components that are good for the environment, and performance features that are built for the long haul, this collection can withstand the elements of adventure after adventure.
Fria
Designed for the Indian target audience, this collection embodies versatility with vibrant colours, playful patterns, and geometric shapes. Each piece tells a unique story, elevating every occasion and adding finesse to any outfit, be it casual or elegant. What truly defines Timex extends far beyond their heritage – it’s the way their watches have gone from being simple tools to cherished companions.
Maybe your Timex was a gift, or perhaps it was passed down to you. Regardless of how you came to know and love it, your Timex does more than just tell time; it tells your story and reminds you to make time yours. For more information visit shop.timexindia.com
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
