A Legacy Built Since 1986
One Man. One Vision. Decades of Evolution. From a Workshop to a Commercial Vehicle Solutions Partner
1986 → 2001 → 2009 → 2011 → 2016 → 2023
The Beginning
1986
Babu Automobile Engineering Works
The journey began with **Late Mr. Babu P**, a man with a vision and a deep understanding of heavy vehicles. Starting with a mechanical workshop, he built the foundation of what would eventually become QBS. The early years were about getting hands-on with machines, understanding their problems, and earning the trust of customers—one vehicle at a time.
Expanding Beyond Repairs
2001
Spare Parts Business
As customer requirements grew, the business expanded beyond mechanical repairs into spare parts. This was an important step in the journey—bringing parts and technical service closer together and making it easier for commercial vehicle owners to find the support they needed. The philosophy remained unchanged: Understand the requirement. Provide the right solution.
Building Hydraulic Expertise
2009
Hydraulic Hose Crimping
Commercial vehicles depend on hydraulic systems that have to perform reliably under demanding conditions. In 2009, the business expanded into hydraulic hose crimping, adding another specialised capability to its growing range of commercial vehicle solutions. It was another step towards becoming more than a workshop—a business capable of supporting multiple critical systems of a commercial vehicle.
A New Level of Expertise
2011
Authorised Brake System Service
In 2011, the journey reached another important milestone with authorised brake-system service. Braking is one of the most critical systems in any commercial vehicle. This development strengthened the company's specialised technical capabilities and reinforced its commitment to professional service standards. From general mechanical work to specialised braking solutions, the business continued to evolve with the technology and requirements of the industry.
Moving with Technology
2016
ZF Rane Power Steering Authorisation
Commercial vehicles were becoming increasingly sophisticated, and steering technology was evolving with them. In 2016, the business expanded its capabilities further through ZF Rane power-steering authorisation. This milestone represented another step in the transformation from a traditional mechanical workshop into a specialised commercial vehicle solutions business.
One Name. One Direction.
2023
QBS - Quilon Brake Systems
After decades of growth and evolution, the various capabilities and business activities came together under the QBS identity in 2023. The name represents more than a new chapter. It represents the continuation of a journey that began in 1986. Mechanical expertise.\ Spare parts.\ Hydraulic solutions.\ Brake-system service.\ Power-steering solutions.
