Takuya Tsumura was speaking on the sidelines of third-generation Amaze launch by HCIL. While the first generation of Amaze was introduced in 2013 followed by its next edition in 2018. HCIL sold 5.8 lakh units of the Amaze so far in the country.
This assessment marks one of the final evaluations under Global NCAP's Safer Cars for India initiative as the country transitions to its own Bharat NCAP safety evaluation program
It would be the first instance that a product manufactured by Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL), a wholly-owned unit of the Japanese firm, will be exported to the highly regulated Japanese market.
Changing consumer preferences, better roads, increased income levels and customisation options are spurring demand for sports utility vehicles
While entry-level hatchbacks are offered at discounted prices of Rs 20,000-30,000, some high-end premium e-SUVs are available at Rs 2 lakh less than the prevailing ex-showroom prices. No discounts are available on high-end SUVs which have heavy demand
Honda Cars launched the premium SUV in the Rajasthan market.
Currently, there is a waiting period of 5-6 months for the vehicle. Starting with Elevate, the company plans to launch five SUVs by 2030.
Maruti Suzuki India reported its highest-ever monthly wholesales at 1,89,082 units in August, up 14 percent YoY.
Honda Cars India Limited (HCIL) reported a 9.8 percent increase at 11,342 this year against 10,334 units last year. The management said that they would like to build on the positive trend in their next phases.