On the back of Amaze, Honda Cars India recorded a sales growth of 39 per cent in October 2013. The company sold 11,214 units as against 8,085 units sold during the corresponding month in 2012. HCIL recorded an overall growth of 63 per cent in April-October'13 with 70,831 units as against 43,525 units in the same period last year.
The company also exported a total volume of 365 units in the month of October 2013. Amaze compact sedan accounted for 9654 units, while 1472 units of Brio were sold during last month.
Commenting on the company’s performance, Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Sr. Vice President – Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd., said, "On the happy occasion of Diwali, we would like to thank our customers for making Amaze as the best selling model for HCIL which has registered its highest monthly sales of 9,564 units during October 2013. Adding to the excitement of this festive season and to offer greater convenience to our customers, HCIL is starting 3rd shift for production in our Greater Noida plant from this month to reduce waiting period and aid in quick delivery of cars."
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