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Suzuki Motorcycle India starts retail of BS-VI compliant Burgman Street from the dealerships

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), a subsidiary of two-wheeler manufacturer, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, today launched the BS-VI compliant Burgman Street, a 125cc premium scooter with all new updates. The engine will be more ‘greener’ than before providing a smooth riding experience. The BS-VI compliant Burgman Street is equipped with Fuel Injection technology and Integrated Engine start and Kill switch to offer smoother riding experience at less ...

Triumph Motorcycles launches the all-new 2020 Street Triple RS in India

Triumph Motorcycles, the iconic British premium brand launched its popular performance street motorcycle – the Street Triple RS today. The new Street Triple RS gets a major step up in performance from a significant engine update developed by Triumph’s Moto2TM engine team. It features an all new more aggressive styling, and has been designed to set the new category benchmark for capability and handling, making this the ultimate performance street bike. Speaking on the occasion,&...

Maruti Suzuki car seat manufacturing JV Krishna Maruti starts donation of 10 lakh triple-ply masks to Gujarat Government

In view of safety of Corona Warriors of Gujarat Government, Maruti Suzuki Joint Venture Krishna Maruti Limited handed over the first batch of five lakh units of triple-ply face masks to the Gujarat Administration at Gandhinagar. As part of a CSR initiative, the triple ply face masks were handed over to Dr Darsi Suman Ratnam, Managing Director, Gujarat Medical Service Corporation Limited and Smt Bhartiba Vaghela, Deputy Collector, Government of Gujarat by Mr Vimal Gupta, General Manager at Kri...

Suzuki Motorcycle India introduces ‘Suzuki at your Doorstep’

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan has launched ‘Suzuki at your Doorstep’ program, a doorstep sales and after sales service platform to ensure meeting the customer demand, during and post Covid-19 lockdown. The Suzuki at your doorstep program will be integrated within SMIPL’s official website https://www.suzukimotorcycle.co.in, and will enable customers to buy, test-ride and o...

Triumph launches the Street Triple ‘R’ in India at INR 8.84 Lakhs

Triumph Motorcycles, the iconic British premium brand launched its definitive street fighter - the 2020 Street Triple R, the mid-spec variant of the Street Triple RS in India today. The 2020 Triumph Street Triple ‘R’ is a more accessible and affordable streetfighter that comes with class defining specifications, cutting-edge ride-enhancing technology, and a high performance 765 cc BS-VI engine.  It features all-new bodywork, including fly screen, air intake, side panels, and ...

All-new Tata Safari is the Official Partner for VIVO IPL 2021

Continuing its association for the fourth consecutive year with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive brand, today announced that its iconic flagship SUV, the all-new Tata Safari will be the Official Partner for VIVO Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. As the tournament returns to India this year, the Company is looking forward to leveraging this prestigious platform to showcase and drive engagement for its recently launched ic...

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches the All-New Hayabusa in India

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan today launched the third generation model of its flagship Sport Bike, the All New Hayabusa. Perfectly poised to carry the riders boldly into the future, the All New Hayabusa has been launched with a full model change for the first time in 13 years. Under the product concept “Ultimate Sport”, inherited from the very first generation, the All New Hayabusa has further evol...

Suzuki Motorcycle India appoints Satoshi Uchida as New Company Head

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan today announced the appointment of Mr. Satoshi Uchida as the New Company Head. As a part of the SMC’s global revamp, Mr. Satoshi Uchida succeeded Mr. Koichiro Hirao with effect from May 1st, 2021. Being at the helm of the company, Mr. Satoshi Uchida who comes with more than 30 years of valuable experience across various global markets, will be responsible to explore new ...

Tata Motors launches prestigious #Gold edition of its flagship SUV – The Safari

Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive brand today launched the exclusive edition of its flagship SUV – the Safari #Gold priced at INR 21.89 lakhs. Gearing up for the festive season and taking the prestige of the Safari a notch higher, this edition features an artful blend of class and hi-tech features. The Safari #Gold edition will be available in two carefully crafted, special colour - ways that accentuate the Safari’s stunning design even further. The White Gold,...

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches New Suzuki Avenis

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan today announced the launch of its Brand New Scooter, Suzuki Avenis. The new 125cc scooter is truly futuristic in every sense, be it advance features or additional convenience apart from having most appealing sporty styling. Powered by SEP Technology and loaded with Suzuki Ride Connect, New Suzuki Avenis will ensure sportiest and zippiest ride in town. The Bluetooth® e...

Nissan Magnite achieves milestone of 30,000th delivery and wins Global Nissan President Award

Nissan Magnite was the first global product to launch under the Nissan NEXT transformation plan, representing the company’s shift towards quality products that deliver higher value to customers. Mr Guillaume Cartier, Nissan AMIEO Chairperson, for Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania region on his visit to India, handed over the keys of the 30,000th Nissan Magnite to the customer in a ceremony at a Dealership in Gurgaon. The chairperson also presented Nissan Global President...

Maharashtra signs MoU with Mahindra Cero for multiple vehicle-scrapping units

Government of Maharashtra through the Industries, Energy and Labour Department has signed an MoU with Cero (Mahindra MSTC Recycling Pvt. Ltd.), India’s 1st government authorized vehicle recycler to set up additional world class vehicle scrapping centres in Maharashtra. The proposed scrappage centres will have the capacity of recycling end-of-life 2/ 3- wheelers, passenger/commercial vehicles in accordance with all the legal and environmental norms prescribed by CPCB and guidelines provi...

CARS24 joins ‘Orange Army’; Becomes Principal Sponsor of Sunrisers Hyderabad

Adding yet another feather to its long-term association with cricket in the country, CARS24, India's leading e-commerce platform for pre-owned vehicles, has partnered with Sunrisers Hyderabad, winners of IPL 2016, to become the new Principal Sponsor for IPL 2022. With this partnership, CARS24 also becomes the first pre-owned car player to enter into partnership for IPL.  Under the newly-inked strategic partnership, Sunrisers Hyderabad team jersey will sport the very striking blue ...

Ather Energy Partners With Gujarat Titans in IPL 2022

Today, India’s leading electric scooter manufacturer, Ather Energy, confirmed a multi-year partnership with the newly formed Indian Premier League (IPL) Ahmedabad franchise - Gujarat Titans, as their principal partner. The strategic partnership starting from this season will see the Ather Energy brand on the front of the Gujarat Titans’ official team jerseys. Ather Energy is India’s leading electric 2-wheeler manufacturer, known for the 450X and 450 Plus, the country&rsqu...

50,000th Big, Bold, Beautiful Nissan Magnite rolls-out

Nissan India today rolled out its 50,000th Nissan Magnite from the Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL) plant in Chennai. Magnite was the first global product to launch under the Nissan NEXT transformation plan to deliver lasting value to the customers. Sinan Ozkok, President, Nissan Motor India, commented: “The “Make in India, Make for the World” SUV has been a core model under Nissan’s global transformation strategy. The Big, Bold, Beaut...

Nalin Jain appointed as Executive Director – Finance and IT at SAVWIPL

Nalin Jain has been named as the Executive Director - Finance and IT of ŠKODA AUTO Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL). He succeeds Martin Mahlke who successfully steered the financial strategy for the Group’s crucial INDIA 2.0 project over the last three years. In his role as CFO, Nalin Jain will be responsible for steering the future growth of Volkswagen Group in India within and beyond the INDIA 2.0 program. SAVWIPL oversees the India operations of five brands w...

Tata Motors signs Definitive Agreement for acquisition of Ford India’s Sanand plant

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited (TPEML), a subsidiary of Tata Motors Ltd, and Ford India Private Limited (FIPL), have today signed a Unit Transfer Agreement (UTA) for the acquisition of FIPL’s manufacturing plant situated at Sanand, Gujarat, which inter-alia includes: (i) entire land & buildings; (ii) Vehicle Manufacturing Plant along with machinery and equipment situated therein; and (iii) transfer of all eligible employees of FIPL&r...

Å koda Auto Volkswagen India starts exporting Volkswagen Virtus

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the India region for the five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has today expanded its exports from India to include the India-built Volkswagen Virtus. With this move, the Group marks another significant milestone in its INDIA 2.0 journey as the Volkswagen Virtus joins the Volkswagen Taigun, which was the first in a range o...

Å koda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun achieve a 5-star rating in Global NCAP crash tests

The INDIA 2.0 cars Škoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun from Škoda Auto Volkswagen India have been accredited with Global NCAP ratings of 5 stars, the highest in the segment. With this recognition, the Škoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun have become the first models ever to achieve 5 stars for both adult and child occupant protection.  The Group’s INDIA 2.0 project set out to custom-make cars of European quality stan...

Å koda Auto Volkswagen India commences exports of the Å koda Kushaq from India

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian region of the five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has announced another significant milestone in its exports program with the start of the shipment of the Made-in-India Škoda Kushaq LHD (left-hand-drive). This is a landmark achievement, as the Kushaq is the first-ever locally-built Škoda model to...

TotalEnergies launches its global range of EV Fluids in India

TotalEnergies Marketing India Private Limited (TEMIPL), a subsidiary of TotalEnergies, is launching new EV Fluid ranges in India for electric & hybrid cars and electric bikes. The new product ranges -Quartz EV Fluid for cars and Hi-Perf EV Fluid for bikes - have been developed specifically for drivetrain reducers, e-motors, e-transmissions and batteries in electric and hybrid vehicles. These custom EV fluids are designed with enhanced electrical properties against short circuits a...

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India’s Aurangabad Plant switches to 100% Green Energy

Global auto leader Volkswagen Group’s Aurangabad facility has transitioned to 100% ‘green’ energy, well ahead of its 2025 target. With this achievement, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian region of five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini – has taken another significant step towards fulfilling the Group’s goTOzero mission. The facility...

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches its first OBD2-A and E20 compliant premium range of scooters

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation today launched its OBD2-A and E20 compliant premium range of scooters. The company has taken a step ahead towards eco-friendly mobility solution by introducing E20 fuel-compliant scooters including Access 125, Avenis and Burgman Street range. These scooters can run on the petrol having an ethanol blend of upto 20%. In addition, the E20 compliant engine which comes in Access 125, Avenis an...

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches renewed ‘Apparel and Merchandise’ Collection

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation has launched renewed ‘Apparel and Merchandise’. The ‘Apparel and Merchandise’ for 2023 includes lifestyle collection which will be made available at all Suzuki Premium two-wheeler dealerships.  Designed to be aspirational, the launch aims to solidify company’s position as a motorcycle brand in the country. The lifestyle collection focuses on creating a w...

Nissan Motor India awarded by Chief Commissioner of the Chennai Customs Zone for outstanding contribution to exports

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) was honoured by Mr. Mandalika Srinivas, Chief Commissioner of Customs (Chennai Customs Zone), for its outstanding contribution to exports from India. The award underlines Nissan India's commitment to “Make in India, Make for the World”, embodied by the success of the Nissan Magnite, which is currently exported to 15 global markets.     Rakesh Srivastava, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, “It is a...

Tata IPL 2023 to Go.ev with Tiago.ev

Furthering its legacy of partnering with some of the country’s most prominent sporting events, Tata Motors has announced the Tiago.ev as the Official Partner for this year’s ed ition of the Tata Indian Premier League. Continuing this association for the sixth consecutive year with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), the Company will leverage this prestigious platform to increase awareness of EVs, while showcasing and driving engagement for its recently launched ...

RNAIPL bags three prestigious industry awards for commitment to Environment, Health, and Safety

Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL) won the Sector Topper Gold Category Award at the Confederation of Indian Industries Environment, Health, and Safety (CII-EHS) Awards. The award was presented to the RNAIPL team by Thiru. Siva V. Meyyanathan, the Minister for Environment and Climate Change, State Government of Tamil Nadu, at the ceremony organised by CII. RNAIPL won the Gold Category Award for the Automotive sector following a rigorous assessment process that included on...

Suzuki Motorcycle India appoints Mr. Kenichi Umeda as the New Managing Director

  Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) has announced the appointment of Mr. Kenichi Umeda as the new Managing Director of the company. Mr. Umeda succeeds Mr. Satoshi Uchida, who has completed his term as the Managing Director of the company. Mr. Kenichi Umeda brings with him over 27 years of valuable industry experience across various global markets. At Suzuki Motorcycle India, Mr. Umeda will be responsible for...

Å koda Auto Volkswagen India launches its first-ever Student Car Project in India

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), which manages the Indian region of five Volkswagen Group brands – Škoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini, has announced its first-ever student car project in India. Selected students from the Group Academy's Dual Vocational Training in Mechatronics program have created a unique cabriolet version of the Škoda Rapid sedan. This project offers students a hands-on experience in the automotiv...

Nissan Motor India expands its network to 267 customer touchpoints

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) today announced the expansion of its network in North and South India, with new showrooms and service workshops launched in Karnal (Haryana) and Khammam (Telangana). The new touchpoints are part of Nissan's commitment to providing exceptional sales and service experience to its customers. With the addition of these new showrooms and service workshops to its network, Nissan Motor India now has 267 touchpoints across the country with 14 customer tou...

Audi India begins local production of Audi Q3 and Audi Q3 Sportback at SAVWIPL plant in Aurangabad

Audi India begins local production of the Audi Q3 and Audi Q3 Sportback at the SAVWIPL plant in Aurangabad, India. With this, the VW Group reiterates its commitment to Make in India and continues to enhance its product offering to meet the ever evolving needs of the discerning Indian luxury customer.    

Nissan introduces the Magnite GEZA Special Edition

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) today introduced the Magnite GEZA Special Edition of the best-selling B-SUV for Indian customers. The Magnite GEZA Special Edition offers a premium audio and infotainment experience making it the perfect companion for every journey. The Magnite GEZA Special Edition is inspired by Japanese theatre and its expressive musical themes. Based on this concept, the Magnite GEZA Special Edition offers advanced infotainment features that deliver an enhanced senso...

Suzuki Motorcycle India’s entire domestic product line-up is now E20 compliant

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation today announced the launch of E20 compliant V-Strom SX, Gixxer 250 series and Burgman Street EX. Following this futuristic announcement, Suzuki’s all domestic two-wheeler products will be able to run on petrol having an ethanol blend of up to 20%. Currently, the company sells the recently launched E20 compliant Gixxer series, Access 125, Avenis, and Burgman Street through its authori...

Suzuki Motorcycle India rolls out 5 millionth Access 125 from its Gurugram plant

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation has achieved a significant production milestone as the company rolled out 5 millionth Access 125 from its Kherki Dhaula plant situated in Gurugram, Haryana. Access 125 was the first scooter in the 125 cc segment at the time of its launch in 2007. Today, Suzuki Access 125 has come a long way in proving its supremacy in the Indian market and achieving a significant market share in the country. T...

Renault launches 'Renault Experience Days' in Maharashtra

Renault India Private Limited (RIPL), the Number one European car brand in India, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking campaign, "Renault Experience Days" across Maharashtra. This innovative and immersive initiative promises to redefine the way Indians experience and engage with the brand. As part of this unprecedented initiative, Renault introduces the "Showroom on Wheels" across 26 states, 3 UT’s and 625 locations in India. A...

Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL) completes 15 years from foundation

On August 26, 2008, the foundation stone for what would eventually become the state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd (RNAIPL) was placed in the rapidly developing automotive cluster of Oragadam on the outskirts of Chennai. Fast forward 15 years and RNAIPL has now established itself as a leading automotive manufacturer having produced over 2.5 million Renault and Nissan cars in India for domestic and export markets. The plant is also set to cont...

Suzuki Motorcycle announces dates for the first edition of Suzuki Matsuri

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation has announced the inaugural edition of Suzuki Matsuri. To honour the Spirit of Motorcycling, Suzuki Matsuri will be an epic full-day event of fun and adventure for motorcycle enthusiasts. The first edition of Suzuki Matsuri will be on October 1, 2023, from 2 PM onwards at the iconic Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in the heart of New Delhi. Passes for the event are available exclusively on Pay...

Nissan launches all new Nissan Magnite EZ-Shift at an aggressive introductory price

Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) today announced the start of pre-bookings for the Big, Bold, Beautiful Nissan Magnite EZ-Shift (Automated Manual Transmission) that has been introduced at an aggressive introductory price of INR 6,49,900 (valid till 10 November, 2023).  The introductory price breaks all boundaries on value propositions making the Nissan Magnite EZ-Shift the most accessible affordable AMT in the product segments of SUV, sedan, and hatchback. This latest additio...

Suzuki Motorcycle India revs up excitement with its diverse line-up at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan is showcasing a captivating exhibit at the ongoing Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024, featuring the brand's global prowess and future mobility solutions in the world of motorcycles. The SMIPL pavilion at Hall no. 06, Stand No. 01 offers an immersive experience to visitors through its global range of motorcycles: V-STROM 800DE and GSX-8R. These cutting-edge motorcycles exemplify Suzuk...

Suzuki Motorcycle India celebrates monumental milestone: 1 Million 2Ws produced within FY 2023-24

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan today announced a significant achievement in its history. With unparalleled dedication to excellence and innovation, SMIPL has reached the remarkable milestone of producing 1 million two-wheelers within the financial year 2023-24. This milestone marks the full utilization of the plant’s annual production capacity in less than a year. The very popular Suzuki Access b...

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches all-new V-STROM 800DE

Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, heralds in a new dimension of Adventure Motorcycling in India. Riding on solid reputation earned by V-Strom Family, SMIPL today launched the much-awaited Suzuki V-STROM 800DE in India.  Embracing the spirit of ‘Adventure is its Purpose’, the all-new Suzuki V-STROM 800DE is all set to usher in an exciting new era of dual-purpose pleasure to riders across ...

Suzuki Motorcycle India introduces 25th Anniversary Celebration Edition of its Flagship Motorcycle Hayabusa

After marking a quarter-century of unparalleled excellence in the world of motorcycling, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, announces the launch of the Suzuki Hayabusa 25th Anniversary Celebration Edition in India. This commemorative edition pays homage to the iconic Hayabusa's legacy while introducing features that redefine sophistication. Featuring a striking orange and black-based body, the Ha...

Suzuki Motorcycle India reaches 8-million-unit milestone in cumulative 2W production

Creating another milestone, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the two-wheeler subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, today celebrated the landmark of producing 8 million cumulative two-wheelers in India. SMIPL’s journey to 8-million-units production SMIPL began its operations in India in February 2006 with mass production of its flagship scooter Suzuki Access 125 at its production facility located at Kherki Dhaula in Gurgaon. Since its inception, the company ...

Hitting a sixer with the Gixxer

With a legacy that can be traced back to legendary bikes such as the GSX-R and the Hayabusa, the Gixxer, has been quite a sensation on the Indian Motorcycle scene, also featuring in blockbuster Bollywood films.  Now, in a bid to strengthen its BS-VI portfolio, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL) recently launched its 250cc successor siblings, the GIXXER SF 250 and the GIXXER 250. ‘Born of Greatness’, this machine sports a high-performance engine developed exclusively...

Coming Soon (Bikes)

Calling the two-wheeler market “the heartbeat of the country” would be an understatement. Afterall, the last four years saw India selling around 20 million units per year.  Despite 2019 witnessing a downslide due to the anticipation of BS-VI emission norms, that were introduced earlier this year, and with the Coronavirus pandemic playing party pooper, the projection for 2020 has been more conservative. However, the good news is that markets are recovering faster than exp...

“The next stage from turnaround is transformation”: Rakesh Srivastava

At Nissan India’s event mega event in New Delhi, where the company showcased three of their SUVs, the Qashqai, the Juke, and the X-Trail, we spoke with Rakesh Srivastava, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd (NMIPL), about their new products, their India business plans, and how Indians are all set to brace newer technologies. TOS: The vehicles (Qashqai, Juke, and X-Trail) showcased have been around in the international market for quite a while, why the delay in bringin...

Carmakers take the connected tech road to customers

With cars becoming an extension of a person and his/her personality, the need to stay connected 24/7 has become a war cry for buyers and vehicle manufacturers are doing all they can to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction. And that effort calls for a lot of connected technology inside a vehicle that keeps the user seamlessly fused with the world outside.  Thus, it is not surprising that vehicle connectivity ranks among the top global automotive megatrends along with electrific...