Covid-19: Two-wheeler sales hit top gear, but companies tread with caution

Top officials at two-wheeler makers said they have seen an encouraging response with a steady increase in inquiries and sales

Two-wheeler makers expect to benefit from personal transportation needs arising out of the Covid crisis, despite the rising number of cases. They, however, remain cautious given the regulated operations at dealerships and factories. Top executives at two-wheeler makers said they have seen an encouraging response, with a steady increase in inquiries and sales.
 

 Y S Guleria, senior vice-president (sales and marketing), Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI), said: “Close to 40 per cent of those who inquired about our products in the last one month were keen on the purchase.”
 

The second-largest two-wheeler maker by sales has retailed 10,000-plus units