BUSINESS
A look at Harley-Davidson’s stunning new electric bicycle called Serial 1
Harley-Davidson will launch its first electric bicycle in March next year but not before an unofficial unveiling takes place on November 16. The American cruiser bike specialist announced a tie-up with Hero MotoCorp on October 27 to develop, sell and service Harley bikes in India.
BUSINESS
Revenge travel picks up in India; resorts, hotels beat some COVID-19 blues
As people travel compulsively to beat lockdown boredom, resort properties see a surge in demand. Experts say during weekends, occupancy rates are as high as 80%. Jaipur, Goa, and Kochi top most popular leisure destinations.
BUSINESS
This week in Auto: Kia Sonet bookings skyrocket to 50,000; Nissan’s last-ditch effort for India
Here is a look at all the important developments in the auto space this week
BUSINESS
India plans one EV charging station every 25 km. But will private players come to the party?
The move comes as a shot in the arm for EV manufacturers as well as EV buyers, most of whom are concerned about the lack of charging infrastructure. However, the proposal has not overly enthused private charging infrastructure companies. Read on to find out why
BUSINESS
Blaming uncertain conditions, JK Tyre says it will not spend even a rupee on capex in FY21
JK Tyre is the latest company to defer capital expenditure. A dozen or so companies have already slashed their capex for the year, with Bharat Forge bringing it down to zero
BUSINESS
Nissan Magnite SUV revealed; from launch details to its standout features, here's all you need to know
Check out the standout features of the all-new Nissan Magnite.
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
