BUSINESS
Ather launches buyback programme, slashes prices of 450+ by Rs 9,000
This is the first time an electric two-wheeler company has launched a buyback programme in India
BUSINESS
INS Vagir: Indian Navy to get fifth Scorpene-class submarine from Mazagon Dock in six months
The PSU believes it can complete deliveries of all the contracted submarines by 2022, with the last of the six, INS Vagsheer, expected to be launched by then.
BUSINESS
This week in Auto: Demand pick up dashes hopes of GST cut
Here is a complete look at all the major developments in the automotive space this week
BUSINESS
Exclusive: Hyundai SUVs overtake its hatchbacks for the first time
Venue and Creta, aided by small numbers of Kona and Tucson, Hyundai’s SUVs, have clocked total domestic sales of 75,310 units between April-September 2020, against 69,261 units in the same period last year.
BUSINESS
Land Rover Defender finally arrives in India: Here's the price, availability, engine and other details
British automotive brand Land Rover has finally launched the Defender in India after a delay of two months. Check out all the details here about the all-new SUV:
BUSINESS
It’s raining discounts as carmakers chase buyers during festive season
Cash discounts, exchange bonuses, extended warranties, lower interest rates, free accessories and discounted annual maintenance contracts are all there. Carmakers are offering them across segments and models. Some schemes already on, others will start on Oct 16.
BUSINESS
Scooter share hits multi-year low as urban lockdown cripples demand
Though the launch of the Honda Activa, India’s highest-selling scooter, took place nearly 20 years ago, scooters largely have remained an urban phenomenon
BUSINESS
Bharat vs India: Tractor sales in 2020 could become the best-ever in a year; car, CV segments still in the red
Tractor Manufacturers Association attributes growth to better agricultural harvest, government’s rural development schemes, higher MSP. Manufacturers are now expecting sales in the rest of the year to surpass even the 2018 figures, making it the best in a year so far.
BUSINESS
Exclusive: In 3 years, Aprilia to get into 300-cc bike category, says Piaggio Vehicles CMD Diego Graffi
Diego Graffi, chairman and managing director, Piaggio Vehicles, said that the ‘affordable premium’ segment of motorcycles, having engines up to 350cc has been growing. Aprilia also sells 1,000cc superbikes in India in limited numbers.
BUSINESS
This week in Auto: Banks unwilling to lend to two-wheeler buyers over default fears
Here is a brief on all the important developments in the auto space this week.
BUSINESS
Why Honda is proceeding with caution even as demand picks up in run-up to festive season
The company is not building up inventory in anticipation of higher demand during the festive season, something that the rest of the industry seems to be doing.
BUSINESS
Mercedes-Benz EQC all-electric car launched in India: Price, details, range
Check out all details of the Mercedes-Benz EQC in the image slideshow
BUSINESS
Hotel occupancies show a spike in August as lockdown restrictions are lifted
STR, a global data intelligence gathering company, says Mumbai and Delhi recorded more than 30 percent occupancy during the month, compared to less than 10 percent occupancy during April-May. Leisure destinations like Rajasthan, Punjab, Karnataka, Goa and Kochi also witness a surge.
BUSINESS
India zooms past China to become Hyundai’s biggest production centre outside Korea
China has the Korean company’s biggest plants outside Korea and twice the capacity here. India has also become the largest overseas market for Hyundai in total sales globally
BUSINESS
This Week in Auto: Car sales up in September, but two-wheeler sales not on same trend
Here is a look at all the major developments in the automotive space this week
TECHNOLOGY
Honda CB350 launched: Check price, engine, other details, and rivals
Honda has launched the H'ness CB350 which will take on the Royal Enfield Classic 350 slated for deliveries in October. Here are all the details you need about the bike
BUSINESS
Of all the EV startups, why is Ather Energy's valuation down?
Fresh round of fund-raisings by startup automobile companies, backed by big brands, indicate a surge in their valuations though profitability remains a distant possibility. Here’s a look at such companies.
BUSINESS
Thailand, Vietnam reap benefits as India imports less tyres from China
As per data shared by the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers Association, Chinese tyre companies have lost market share in almost every segment of the vehicle market
BUSINESS
Nine reasons why Harley Davidson failed in India
What made the world’s most famous cruiser bike brand Harley Davidson quit the world’s largest two-wheeler market? Read on to find out
BUSINESS
This week in Auto: Harley-Davidson quits India; govt moves one step closer to allowing fuel-cell vehicle launch
Here is a complete round-up of the headlines during the week from the auto world
BUSINESS
Harley-Davidson to shut operations in India; here are some of the auto brands that have exited India in the last 4 years
Including Harley-Davidson there are no less than 11 automotive brands that have exited the Indian market over the past 3-4 years. Let’s take a look at them.
BUSINESS
Harley-Davidson's sudden exit leaves bike owners high and dry
Many bike owners learnt about the company’s exit from India on Sept 24 from news articles. Service support, spare-parts availability to the 25,000-odd bikes it has sold in the country an issue.
BUSINESS
Auto industry divided over next-gen emission norms deadline of 2022
Component makers oppose postponement of implementation of new norms. SIAM seeks two-year delay in implementation as vehicle manufacturers may find it impossible to recoup the investments made for BS-VI before 2022. CAFÉ and RDE are the two norms in question.
BUSINESS
Toyota Urban Cruiser SUV launched: Check price, engine, interiors and other details
Toyota launched its compact SUV Urban Cruiser on September 23. Check out the prices, variants, engines and other details
