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Maruti Suzuki Swift crosses 2.5 million cumulative sales milestone

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Tuesday said its premium hatchback Swift has crossed 25 lakh cumulative sales milestone in over 16 years of its launch in the country. The model, which was the country's leading model in terms of sales in the last fiscal, has transcended its records by clocking cumulative sales of 2.5 million units, MSI said in a statement. Swift had created the premium hatchback segment in the country with its launch in 2005. "With its launch in 2005, Swift heralded the start of the premium hatchback segment in India... million Swift lovers. The No. 1 selling car of FY20-21, the sporty Swift has created a glorious legacy with its scintillating looks and power-packed performance," MSI Senior Executive Director (Marketing & Sales) Shashank Srivastava noted. Swift is not a car, it is a feeling, an emotion and a refreshing new thought process that challenged many notions around hatchbacks, he added. "This success is a testament to the love .

China is on course to build the best cars in the world for the right price

China pays relatively low wages and has millions of skilled workers steeped in the nation's strong manufacturing culture.

Toyota to spend $13.5 billion to develop EV battery tech and supply by 2030

The world's largest automaker by volume, which pioneered hybrid gasoline-electric vehicles with the popular Prius, is now moving rapidly to deliver its first all-electric line-up next year.

Automakers expect better festive season even as chip shortage lingers on

Leading automakers Maruti Suzuki, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Mahindra & Mahindra expect sales to be better this festive season compared to last year even as the chip shortage continues to make situation challenging with companies struggling to sustain production schedules. The festive season, which began with Onam, culminates with Diwali celebrations in November. Automakers have witnessed robust demand so far and are now looking to spruce up supplies to dealers in order to serve customers during the peak of festive period in October. "At the moment demand looks ok. It is slightly better than last year. If we look at the bookings, enquiries, retails, these are robust. On the supply side of course we may have some adverse effects, we are monitoring that," Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) Senior Executive Director Shashank Srivastava told PTI. The company would intend to build sufficient inventory before Navaratras to serve the spike in demand, but of course it all depends on the ...

Hyundai launches 'i20 N Line' in India starting at Rs 9.84 lakh

Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Thursday launched its motorsports inspired 'i20 N Line' priced between Rs 9.84 lakh and Rs 11.76 lakh (ex-showroom). Powered by a 1-litre turbo petrol engine delivering power of 88.3 kW, the Hyundai i20 N Line has been introduced in N6 and N8 variants, the company said in a statement. "As we continue to introduce globally advanced technologies and products to India, i20 N Line will epitomise our strong legacy and DNA into motorsport inspired styling and everyday excitement for all our customers," Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) Managing Director and CEO SS Kim said. Stating that HMIL is seeking to provide 'exclusive experiences' to its customers with the i20 N Line, he said, "to amplify these experiences, i20 N Line will be available in 188 Signature Dealerships across India." Additionally, Kim said i20 N Line customers will also be facilitated by a 'Personal Mobility Advisor', who will "cater to a hassle-free service experience and enable them with advanc

Piaggio India launches new superbikes; prices start from Rs 13.09 lakh

Piaggio India on Thursday launched a new range of superbikes, including Aprilia RS 660, Tuono 660, Aprilia RSV4, Tuono V4 as well as the iconic Moto Guzzi V85TT. The prices of the new superbikes start from Rs 13.09 lakh and go up to Rs 23.69 lakh, Piaggio India said in a release. Piaggio India, the maker of premium Vespa scooter, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Italian auto major Piaggio Group. The bikes will be available for customers across all its Motoplex dealerships pan-India, it said. "The newly-launched superbikes have attracted a massive following in India and all over the world. Keeping in mind the evolving lifestyle of the Indian consumer, we aim to offer them new riding experience," said Diego Graffi, Chairman and Managing Director, Piaggio India. The all-new 660-cc Aprilia RS 660 and Tuono 660 are priced at Rs 13.39 lakh and Rs 13,09 lakh, respectively, while the 1078-cc RSV4 carries a price tag of Rs 23.69 lakh. The 1077-cc Tuono V4 is priced at Rs 20.66 lakh and

Suzuki Motorcycle's total sales up 27% in August at 73,463 units

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) on Wednesday reported a 27 per cent increase in total sales at 73,463 units in August 2021. The company had sold 57,909 units in the same month last year, SMIPL said in a statement. Domestic sales in August were at 61,809 units while exports stood at 11,654 units, it added. Commenting on the sales performance, SMIPL Managing Director Satoshi Uchida said, "With the unlock phase, the two-wheeler industry is now marching towards normalcy while continuing to adhere to all the precautionary measures. As a result, the customer sentiments are improving day by day which is positive news for the industry.

Honda reports 49% increase in domestic sales at 11,177 units in August

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) on Wednesday reported a 49 per cent increase in domestic sales at 11,177 units in August as compared with the same month last year. The company had sold 7,509 units in the domestic market in August 2020, HCIL said in a statement. Exports stood at 2,262 units last month as compared with 450 units in August 2020, it added. "Positive sales momentum and overall strong demand helped us to achieve good volumes with the onset of the festive season. The celebratory fervour which began with Onam in Southern India will extend to the rest of the markets as we move towards the peak of festivities," HCIL Senior Vice President and Director (Marketing & Sales) Rajesh Goel said. The company's best-seller model -- Amaze, which has been launched in its latest avatar last month, drove commendable sales volume with 6,591 units and reinforced its position as the most preferred family sedan in India, he added. While we are quite optimistic on the demand side going forward, .

Mahindra's domestic passenger vehicle sales up 17% in August

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) on Wednesday reported a 17 per cent increase in domestic passenger vehicle sales at 15,973 units in August as compared to the same month last year. The company had sold 13,651 units in August 2020, M&M said in a statement. In the commercial vehicles segment, the company sold 11,432 vehicles in the domestic market last month, as against 15,606 units in the same month last year, a drop of 27 per cent. Exports increased to 3,180 units last month as against 1,169 units in the year-ago month. "Demand across our product portfolio continues to remain strong with Thar, XUV 300 and our recently launched Bolero Neo and our Bolero Pik-up range clocking in impressive booking numbers. Growth momentum in exports continued with sales of 3,180 vehicles, registering an increase of 172 per cent," M&M Chief Executive Officer Automotive Division Veejay Nakra said. Supply of semiconductors continues to be a global issue for the auto industry and has been a major ..

Tata Motors reports 53% increase in domestic sales in August

Tata Motors on Wednesday said its total domestic wholesales increased by 53 per cent to 54,190 units in August as compared to the same month last year. The company had sold 35,420 units in August 2020. The auto major said its passenger vehicle sales in the domestic market stood at 28,018 units in August, up 51 per cent as compared to 18,583 units in the same month last year. Commercial vehicle sales in the domestic market stood at 29,781 units, up 66 per cent from 17,889 units in August 2020, it added. The auto major noted that semiconductor shortage continues to impact the auto industry globally. The recent lockdowns in East Asia have worsened the supply situation and hence Tata Motors is forced to moderate production and offtake volumes in the coming months, it said. "The situation is fluid and we will continue to work to mitigate the impact of this and aim to meet our customer orders through an agile, multi-pronged approach including close engagement with our extended supply c

Maruti reports 5% increase in total sales at 130,699 units in August

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) on Wednesday reported a 5 per cent increase in total sales at 1,30,699 units in August 2021, amid electronic components shortage.

Volkswagen to hike Polo, Vento prices by up to 3% from September 1

German carmaker Volkswagen on Tuesday said it will hike prices of hatchback Polo and mid-sized sedan Vento by up to 3 per cent from September 1.

'It'll be mandatory for automakers to offer biofuel vehicles in 6 months'

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday said India will make it mandatory for auto manufacturers to offer vehicles running 100 per cent on bio-fuels in the next six months

Semiconductor shortage may impact Aug-Sep automobile wholesales: Report

The shortage of such a crucial component has been impacting the automotive industry globally along with other industries, forcing them to cut down on production.

India offers huge opportunities for vehicle manufacturers: Nissan COO

India offers huge opportunities for vehicle manufacturers and electrification is the pillar that could transform the country's automotive industry, Nissan Motor Corporation COO Ashwani Gupta said

India revenue secretary says open to 'tinkering' tax rates on automobiles

India is open to discussing a change in tax rates on automobiles, the country's revenue secretary said on Wednesday, indicating receptiveness over negotiation on a long-standing request from automaker

Maruti chairman urges India Inc's managements to cut expenditure amid Covid

In the wake of the pandemic, building internal resources has to become a priority of industry and companies. It requires companies to have a more frugal style of management, says R C Bhargava

Salaries rise for promoters of auto firms even as business faces headwinds

Experts suggest that promoter executives should take compensation as dividend to share risk and reward of the business with other shareholders

Volkswagen starts production of mid-sized SUV Taigun at Chakan plant

Volkswagen Passenger Cars India on Wednesday announced the start of production of its mid-sized SUV Taigun, its first product under the India 2.0 project

Vehicle scrappage policy, Ola e-scooter: How to trade key auto stocks now?

It was a busy weekend for the auto sector with the government notifying vehicle scrappage policy and Ola launching an e-scooter. Here's how you should trade auto stocks in this backdrop