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Bajaj Pulsar N250  launched at Rs 1.51 lakh
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Bajaj Pulsar N250 launched at Rs 1.51 lakh

New Delhi, April 10, 2024. The biggest visual change on the 2024 Pulsar N250 is the 37mm USD fork, which is the same diameter as the older bike’s telescopic unit. The bike also comes in three colours now – White, Red and Black. The white and red colour options come with a golden USD fork and get silver finishes on the engine casing as well as exhaust muffler, while on the black colourway, all the components get a blacked-out treatment. One of our quibbles with the N250 was that it came in only one colour in its top dual-channel ABS spec, and its nice to see a diverse palette of colours to choose from now.  Bajaj has also given the Pulsar N250 a new LCD display (same as the one found on the N150 & N160), and with it comes Bluetooth connectivity and the ability to receive noti...
Tata Motors Group global wholesales at 3,77,432 in Q4FY24
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Tata Motors Group global wholesales at 3,77,432 in Q4FY24

Mumbai, April 10, 2024. The Tata Motors Group global wholesales in Q4FY24, including Jaguar Land Rover**were at 3,77,432 nos., higher by 8%, as compared to Q4 FY23. Global wholesales of all Tata Motors’ commercial vehicles and Tata Daewoo range in Q4 FY24 were at 1,11,591 nos., lower by 6%, over Q4 FY23.  Global wholesales of Tata Motors passenger vehicles* in Q4 FY24 were at 1,55,651 nos., higher by 15% as compared to Q4 FY23.  Global wholesales for Jaguar Land Rover** were 1,10,190 vehicles, higher by 16%. Jaguar wholesales for the quarter were 13,528 vehicles, while Land Rover wholesales for the quarter were 96,662 vehicles.
BMW India launches Summer Service Campaign
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BMW India launches Summer Service Campaign

Gurugram. April 10, 2024. BMW India has announced the launch of BMW Summer Service campaign across its dealer network. This special initiative will be held across India and will ensure complete car readiness for the summer season. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “At BMW, our aspiration is to ensure a relaxing ride, offering maximum comfort and peace of mind at all times. Proactive Care is our new service promise. ‘Sheer Driving Pleasure’ is guaranteed when you own a BMW. Regular service through preventive checks of vehicles ensures smooth functioning and performance of a BMW. This special service campaign is designed to identify and address all technical service issues, for a hassle-free drive during the harsh Indian summer season. With a dedicated team of trained ...
Sonalika records all time high annual overall market share 15.3% (est.) in FY’24 
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Sonalika records all time high annual overall market share 15.3% (est.) in FY’24 

New Delhi, 10th April, 2024. India’s No.1 tractor export brand, Sonalika Tractors is elated to have concluded its comprehensive FY’24 journey by setting a new stellar landmark while promoting its commitment of innovation and leveraging its farmer-centric approach. The company is excited to clocked highest ever overall annual market share of 15.3% (est.) as well as become the only tractor brand to grow in the domestic market in FY’24. The sensational performance has even enabled Sonalika to perform better than the industry performance. The newest peak at Sonalika also includes an unassailable 34.4% exports market share (est.) clocked during FY’24 among the tractor exporting companies from India. This includes a staggering 6.2% percentile point (est.) change in market share a...
Vioma Motors unveils Retro-inspired e-Scooter Thunderbolt and Starc e-Bike
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Vioma Motors unveils Retro-inspired e-Scooter Thunderbolt and Starc e-Bike

Mumbai, April 09, 2024. In a momentous event that encapsulated innovation and excitement, Vioma Motors, an innovative E-mobility platform, confronts the challenge of range anxiety in the EV industry head-on. Employing a comprehensive approach, Vioma designs all vehicle components in-house, covering everything from the powertrain to the body. Recently, they unveiled their latest creations - the Thunderbolt e-scooter and Starc electric bike, heralding a new era in urban transportation. The Thunderbolt e-scooter, aptly named for its lightning-fast speed and dynamic performance, boasts a maximum speed of 120 kmph. Its sleek design and cutting-edge features capture attention, but its true standout feature lies in its customization options. Riders can personalize every aspec...
Pre-launch bookings open for the First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 M60 xDrive
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Pre-launch bookings open for the First-Ever All-Electric BMW i5 M60 xDrive

Gurugram, April 05, 2024. BMW India will open bookings for the first-ever all-electric BMW i5 from 12:30 Hrs, 04 April 2024 onwards. The car will be available in the country as a Completely Built-Up (CBU) model and can be booked at the BMW dealership network and through BMW Online Shop. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “We are very excited to announce the pre-launch bookings of the first-ever BMW i5 M60 xDrive in India. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive is an epic athlete - it captivates from start to finish, and leads with elegant design, innovative technology and dynamic performance. BMW Group India has been a leader in the electric luxury car segment for two consecutive years, offering the most versatile portfolio - BMW i7, BMW iX, BMW i4, BMW iX1 and MINI SE. With the intro...
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches the All-New URBAN CRUISER TAISOR
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches the All-New URBAN CRUISER TAISOR

Mumbai, April 2024. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), today launched the All-New Toyota URBAN CRUISER TAISOR, a dynamic addition to its robust and full range of versatile SUV line-up in India. Marking the company’s re-entry into the A-SUV segment, the All-New Toyota URBAN CRUISER TAISOR is positioned to offer a sense of prestige derived from the modern styling, cutting-edge features and advance technologies, which also makes it a perfect choice for Indian customers. The new product further reinforces the company’s commanding presence in the SUV category. The All-New URBAN CRUISER TAISOR is available in 1.0L Turbo, 1.2L Petrol and E-CNG options. The 1.0L Turbo is available in 5 Speed Manual Transmission and 6 Speed Automatic Transmission,thus offering a versatile choice for customers who ...
Audi India grows 33% in FY23-24
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Audi India grows 33% in FY23-24

Mumbai, April 2024. Audi India has retailed 7,027 units in FY23-24 posting an overall growth of 33%. The brand has retailed 1,046 units in Q1 2024 encountering notable challenges with sales compared to the corresponding period last year, primarily due to supply chain disruptions. Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India said, “We have seen robust growth of 33% in FY23-24 on the back of a diverse portfolio. Our product portfolio continues to witness strong demand and we are poised to overcome supply challenges. Despite ongoing growth in the luxury market, which is tapering off on the back of record-breaking sales in 2023, we are confident about the industry's potential to exceed 50,000 cars in 2024.” Audi Approved: plus the pre-owned car business also grew at 50%...
MG Motor’s sales in India declines by 23% in March 2024
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MG Motor’s sales in India declines by 23% in March 2024

Jaipur, April 02, 2024. MG Motor India on Monday reported a 23 per cent dip in retail sales at 4,648 units in March as compared to the same month last year. The automaker had sold 6,051 units in March 2023. In FY 2023-24, the carmaker said IT registered around 14 per cent year on year growth in sales over FY 2022-23. It, however, did not share figures for the same.
Tata Motors registered total sales of 2, 65,090 units in Q4FY24
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Tata Motors registered total sales of 2, 65,090 units in Q4FY24

Mumbai, April 01, 2024. Tata Motors Limited sales in the domestic & international market forQ4FY 2023-24 stood at 2,65,090 vehicles, compared to 2,51,822 units during Q4FY 2022-23. Domestic Sales Performance: Category March’24March’23% ChangeQ4 FY24Q4 FY23% ChangeFY24FY23% ChangeTotal Domestic Sales 90,82289,3512%2,59,9322,47,0385%9,49,0159,31,9572% Commercial Vehicles: Category March’24March’23% ChangeQ4 FY24Q4 FY23% ChangeFY24FY23% ChangeHCV Trucks  12,71014,206-11%31,70736,068-12%1,16,5011,10,7465%ILMCV Trucks 6,7818,327-19%16,60718,508-10%58,82266,328-11%Passenger Carriers  5,8543,97347%14,41810,45638%43,48934,62726%SCV cargo and pickup 15,36718,801-18%42,19047,113-10%1,59,2481,81,616-12%Total CV Domestic 40,71245,307...
BMW India is the Luxury Mobility Partner at Hero Indian Open
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BMW India is the Luxury Mobility Partner at Hero Indian Open

Gurugram, April 01, 2024. BMW India is the exclusive ‘Luxury Mobility Partner’ at the 2024 edition of Hero Indian Open held from 28 – 31 March 2024 at the DLF Golf & Country Club. Showcasing the symbol of forwardism, BMW India will exhibit the all-new BMW 7 Series and the first-ever fully electric BMW i7. The pinnacle of luxury and innovation can be experienced at the Hero Indian Open, where a prestigious fleet of BMW i7 will grace the event, reflecting the perfect blend of elegance and cutting-edge technology. The BMW iX xDrive50 will be awarded as a Hole in One prize. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “We're thrilled to further our commitment as the exclusive 'Luxury Mobility Partner' for the Hero India Open, bringing the unparalleled BMW experience closer ...
Honda Cars India Reinforces Safety
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Honda Cars India Reinforces Safety

Mumbai, April 01,2024. Mumbai, April 1, 2024:  Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a leading manufacturer of premium cars in India reinforced its commitment to safety by introducing upgraded safety features in its line-up comprising of Elevate, City, City e:HEV and Amaze. These enhancements align with the company’s global vision of ensuring zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda automobiles globally by 2050. The popular models, Honda Elevate & Honda City will now come equipped with six airbags, 3-point Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) seatbelts and Seatbelt reminder for all 5 seats as standard offering across all grades. These models will also come with several feature additions which will enhance customer experience. The City e: HEV, already equipped with six air...
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd partner to optimize EV charging infrastructure
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd partner to optimize EV charging infrastructure

Mumbai, March 2024. Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM), known for pioneering India's electric vehicle revolution, has signed an MOU with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL)to collaborate in establishing public charging stations across India. The collaboration will leverage HPCL's widespread fuel station network and TPEM's insights from over 1.2 lakh Tata EVs on Indian roads, to set up chargers at locations frequently visited by Tata EV owners. Additionally, HPCL will gather insights on charger usage to improve the customer experience. In an effort to improve the experience of EV owners across India, this agreement between TPEM and HPCL aims to explore synergies between the two companies to encourage more people to adopt electric vehicles in the country. The two comp...
DEFENDER OCTA: A NEW HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO
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DEFENDER OCTA: A NEW HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO

Gaydon, UK –26 March2024. Original British adventure brandDefender will introduce a new high-performance, all-terrain hero in 2024: New Defender OCTA. The new flagship Defender will be the toughest, most capable and luxurious model in the line-up, charting new territory for the brand. Mark Cameron, Managing Director, Defender, said:“Defender has been synonymous with all-terrain capabilitywith a bloodline tracing back to the Series 1 in 1948. New Defender OCTA will take this to another level, with a dramatic stance, innovative technology and unparalleled attention to detail. With astounding performance and a bold new attitude, it will enable our clients to master epic adventures in heightened luxury.” Defender OCTA will feature V8 Twin Turbo mild-hybrid petrol power and class-le...
Tata Motors Celebrates 1 Millionth Car Roll-Out from its Sanand Facility
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Tata Motors Celebrates 1 Millionth Car Roll-Out from its Sanand Facility

Sanand, March 08, 2024. Tata Motors, India's leading automotive manufacturer, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its manufacturing history of rolling out the 1 millionth car from itsstate-of-the-art facility in Sanand, Gujarat. This landmark achievement emphasizes Tata Motors’ commitment to continuously innovate,for delivering superior products that elevate consumer delight. It also reflects the hard work and dedication of the team at the Sanand facility, who have played a crucial role in achieving this milestone. The Sanand plant was established in 2010 spread across 1100 acres – 741 acres (TML) and 359 acres (Vendor Park) with over 6000 direct and indirect employees, has been instrumental in Tata Motors’ growth and success.Being one of the youngest plant of Tata Motors...
Yamaha Opens Three New ‘Blue Square’ Outlets in New Delhi
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Yamaha Opens Three New ‘Blue Square’ Outlets in New Delhi

New Delhi, March, 2024. India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. today announced the opening of three new state-of-the-art “Blue Square” outlets in New Delhi. These new Yamaha exclusive outlets are launched under the banner of ‘Excellence Motors LLP’ with 3,266sqft. space in Moti Nagar, ‘Ambuj Automobiles’ with3,086 sqft. Space in Ganesh Nagar and ‘Prime Automation’ with 2,300sqft.  space in Krishna Nagar. The new Blue Square outlets are designed to deliver a superior experience to customers across end-to-end sales, service, and support through a highly personalised approach. Yamaha Blue Square outlets embody the brand’s true spirit and have been meticulously designed to provide customers with a superior end-to-end experience. They exemplify a personalized approach, ensuring every cus...
Tata Motors announces price increase of its commercial vehicles from April 2024
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Tata Motors announces price increase of its commercial vehicles from April 2024

Mumbai, March, 2024. Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced that it will increase the price of its commercial vehicles effective 1stApril 2024, up to 2%. The price increase is to offset the residual impact of the past input costs. While the price increase will vary as per individual model and variant, it will be applicable across the entire range of commercial vehicles.
Tata Motors to demerge its businesses into two separate listed companies
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Tata Motors to demerge its businesses into two separate listed companies

Mumbai, March 04, 2024. The Board of Directors of Tata Motors Limited (TML), at its meeting today, has approved the proposal of demerger of Tata Motors Ltd into two separate listed companies housing A) the Commercial Vehicles business and its related investments in one entity and B) the Passenger Vehicles businesses including PV, EV, JLR and its related investments in another entity. The demerger will be implemented through an NCLT scheme of arrangement and all shareholders of TML shall continue to have the identical shareholding in both the listed entities. Over the past few years, the Commercial Vehicles (CV), Passenger Vehicles (PV+EV), and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) businesses of Tata Motors have delivered a strong performance by successfully implementing distinct strategies. Since ...
Tata Motors’ flagship #DARK series now available in its new SUVs
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Tata Motors’ flagship #DARK series now available in its new SUVs

Mumbai, March 04, 2024. Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, standing true to its commitment of New Forever, today unveiled India’s #1 selling SUV brand – the Nexon in the iconic #DARK avatar for both its ICE and EV offerings.Adding to this successful range, the Company also launched their premium SUVs – The new Safari and the new Harrier in their #DARK versions.Available at a starting price of ₹ 11.45 Lakhfor the new Nexon, the #DARK range has been a trend setter in the industry, exuding opulence and luxury since its launch. Price table for the #DARK Range: ProductPrice starts atNew Nexon#DARK₹ 11.45 Lakh (Ex Showroom, Delhi)New Nexon.ev#DARK₹ 19.49 Lakh (Ex Showroom, All India)New Harrier#DARK₹19.99 Lakh (Ex Showroom, Delhi)New Safari #DARK₹20.69 Lakh (Ex Showro...
Tata Motors registered total sales of 86,406 units in February 2024
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Tata Motors registered total sales of 86,406 units in February 2024

Mumbai, March 2024. Tata Motors Limited sales in the domestic & international market for February 2024 stood at 86,406 vehicles, compared to 79,705 units during February 2023. Domestic Sales Performance: CategoryFebruary 2024February 2023% change (Y-o-Y)Total Domestic Sales84,83478,0069% Commercial Vehicles: CategoryFebruary 2024February 2023Growth (Y-o-Y)HCV Trucks10,09111,868-15%ILMCV Trucks5,0835,426-6%Passenger Carriers4,6923,63229%SCV cargo and pickup13,70114,218-4%CV Domestic33,56735,144-4%CV IB1,5181,4217%Total CV35,08536,565-4% Domestic sale of MH&ICV in February2024, including trucks and buses, stood at 16,227units, compared to 17,282units in February 2023. Total sales for MH&ICV Domestic & International Business in February 2024, including...
Tata Motors flags-off its next-gen, eco-friendly fleet of commercial vehicles to Tata Steel
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Tata Motors flags-off its next-gen, eco-friendly fleet of commercial vehicles to Tata Steel

Jamshedpur, 03 March 2024. Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, today flagged off its next-generation, green-fuel powered commercial vehicles to Tata Steel. The fleet includes Prima tractors, tippers and the Ultra EV bus, powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and battery electric technologies. The vehicles were flagged off by Tata Son’s Chairman, Mr. N Chandrasekaran, as part of the Tata Group’s Founder’s Day celebrations in Jamshedpur. Present at the ceremony were Mr. T V Narendran, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Steel and Mr. Girish Wagh, Executive Director, Tata Motors, along with senior members of their leadership teams. Speaking about the long-standing partnership with Tata Motors, T. V. Narendran, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Tat...
Tata Motors launches its Ultra range of new-generation, smart trucks in South Africa
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Tata Motors launches its Ultra range of new-generation, smart trucks in South Africa

Johannesburg, 16th February, 2024. Tata Motors, India’s leading multinational automobile manufacturer, today along with its authorised distributor, Tata Africa Holdings Limited, announced the commercial launch of its successful range of multipurpose heavy-duty trucks – Ultra T.9 and Ultra T.14, in South Africa. Designed to fulfil the rising need for safer, smarter and greener cargo mobility, the Ultra is perfectly suited for a wide variety of conventional and specialist logistics applications including bakery, FMCG, white goods, agriculture and construction. The Ultra range is engineered to deliver high productivity with best-in-class power & torque and fuel efficiency with lower total cost of ownership (TCO). The robustly built Ultra features a walk-through cabin, power steering...
Lectrix EV launches India’s only 2WEV with 2.3KW Battery at Rs.79,999/-
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Lectrix EV launches India’s only 2WEV with 2.3KW Battery at Rs.79,999/-

New Delhi, February, 2024. Lectrix EV, one of the top 10 OEM's in the EV segment, launches LXS 2.0 with a range of 98kms@2.3KW battery and unparalleled quality with 1.25L km tested at the unbelievable price of Rs. 79,999 (lowest in the category). LXS 2.0 is the only EV in the 2W category that solves the 3 major problems for the consumers. It features the right range, the right quality and the right value for money. LXS 2.0 has opened bookings to magnanimous response with 10,000 units already being sold. The pre booking is open with deliveries beginning March 2024 onwards. K Vijaya Kumar, MD and CEO of SAR Electric Mobility, stated, "We understand the outlook of the value-conscious consumer in India. To further our contribution to the same and ensure a wider acceptance for EV2W,...
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