Tractor sales dip 1.64% in festive period amid sluggish infrastructure spending

Retail sales of tractors dropped by 1.64% during the 42-day festive period of the current financial year, making it the only vehicle category to face a decline during that period, according to data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA).Tractor sales declined due to a lack of infrastructure spending, FADA noted. Besides agricultural use,… Continue reading Tractor sales dip 1.64% in festive period amid sluggish infrastructure spending

“Festive cheer to continue even beyond festivals,” says Hero MotoCorp CEO

After clocking record sales during the recently concluded festival season, India’s largest two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp Ltd remains optimistic about the two-wheeler demand going forward. Wedding season and an uptick in rural sentiments are expected to boost sales ahead. “The positivity is continuing. This year we are seeing a lot of wedding days. A lot… Continue reading “Festive cheer to continue even beyond festivals,” says Hero MotoCorp CEO

CCPA to investigate Ola Electric over product standards, service: Report

The previous month, CCPA had sent the e-scooter maker a notice asking for an explanation after receiving 10,000 complaints, the newswire noted. India’s product certification agency Central Consumer Protection Authority will investigate Ola Electric‘s deficiency in standards and product issues, the consumer affairs secretary told Reuters, on November, 14, 2024.  The previous month, CCPA had… Continue reading CCPA to investigate Ola Electric over product standards, service: Report

CCPA to investigate Ola Electric over product standards, service: Report

The previous month, CCPA had sent the e-scooter maker a notice asking for an explanation after receiving 10,000 complaints, the newswire noted. India’s product certification agency Central Consumer Protection Authority will investigate Ola Electric‘s deficiency in standards and product issues, the consumer affairs secretary told Reuters, on November, 14, 2024.  The previous month, CCPA had… Continue reading CCPA to investigate Ola Electric over product standards, service: Report

CCPA to investigate Ola Electric over product standards, service: Report

The previous month, CCPA had sent the e-scooter maker a notice asking for an explanation after receiving 10,000 complaints, the newswire noted. India’s product certification agency Central Consumer Protection Authority will investigate Ola Electric‘s deficiency in standards and product issues, the consumer affairs secretary told Reuters, on November, 14, 2024.  The previous month, CCPA had… Continue reading CCPA to investigate Ola Electric over product standards, service: Report

Renault India announces nationwide Winter Service Camp

Renault India has announced the launch of a nationwide after-sales initiative, the Renault Winter Camp. This service camp will be held from November 18 to November 24, 2024, across all Renault service facilities in India.   The camp aims to ensure optimal vehicle performance through a comprehensive 44-point check-up conducted by Renault’s trained technicians. Key… Continue reading Renault India announces nationwide Winter Service Camp

Auto retail sales surge 11.76% during festive season 2024

With a remarkable 13.79% increase, two-wheeler retail sales led the growth chart in the automotive retail sector during the 42 days festive period from first day of Navratri to 15 days post Dhanteras, according to FADA data released today. Two-wheeler retail sales increased to 33,11,325 units. This surge was primarily attributed to strong rural demand… Continue reading Auto retail sales surge 11.76% during festive season 2024

Bajaj Auto may have to invest more into financially stressed KTM

Austrian motorcycle manufacturer KTM AG seeking urgent funding upwards of 100 million euros (Rs 892 crore) and is in talks with banks and shareholders. The company is mostly owned by a holding company funded by Bajaj Auto and European businessman Stefan Pierer. The company also said it plans to carry out “even more far-reaching operational… Continue reading Bajaj Auto may have to invest more into financially stressed KTM

Bosch develops new cluster and vehicle architecture solutions for two-wheelers

Bosch recently showcased its new cluster and vehicle architecture solutions for the two-wheeler industry at the EICMA 2024 trade fair held in Milan, Italy from November 7 to 10. Providing user-friendly accessibility, staying securely connected, and yielding the benefits of digital content – these are all clear trends in the motorcycle segment. According to Bosch,… Continue reading Bosch develops new cluster and vehicle architecture solutions for two-wheelers

Dongfeng Nissan reveals N7 EV sedan at Guangzhou Auto Show

Dongfeng Nissan today unveiled the all-new N7 electric sedan at Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition (Auto Guangzhou). The vehicle is set to go on sale in China in the first half of 2025. The N7 is the first model built on Dongfeng Nissan’s new modular architecture, designed exclusively for electrified vehicles. Developed and produced in China,… Continue reading Dongfeng Nissan reveals N7 EV sedan at Guangzhou Auto Show