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Shift from manual ain't automatic for most Indians as high prices keep buyers in first gear
Indian car buyers are increasingly interested in automatic transmissions due to ease of driving, but premium pricing and additional luxury features are deterring many from opting for automatic variants. Despite a price gap, demand for automatic options, especially in congested metros, is on the rise, pushing automakers to consider more varied transmission options.
Ode to three Boxes: Sedans - the vanishing breed of the 3-box legacy
Sedans, once symbols of milestones and corporate prestige, are losing their market share to SUVs. However, there remains a niche market for high-end sedans and potential for growth in the electric vehicle segment if affordability issues are tackled.
Weak consumer sentiment & rising discounts fuel 'artificial demand': Honda Cars India President Takuya Tsumura
Honda Cars India's President & CEO, Takuya Tsumura, highlighted weak consumer sentiment and increasing discounts driving "artificial demand" in the market. Despite modest growth compared to last year, sales have been sustained primarily through these discounts. Tsumura noted that the industry has excess stock, which is contributing to the lower actual demand compared to last year.
Honda to drive in 3 new models in India by FY27 to tap growth in SUV segment
Honda is gearing up to launch three new hybrid and electric SUV models in India by 2026-27, aiming to capitalize on the growing SUV market. The company recently launched the third generation of its compact sedan Amaze, priced between Rs 7.99 lakh and Rs 10.89 lakh, featuring ADAS technology.
New Honda Amaze launched under Rs 10 lk: Check price, variants and other specifics
Honda launched the 2024 Amaze in India. Prices start at Rs 8 lakh. The car now features advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This makes it the cheapest car in India with ADAS. The Amaze comes with a 1.2-litre petrol engine. It is available in both manual and automatic transmissions. Honda claims a mileage of up to 19.46kmpl.
Sedans look to fightback in the age of SUVs
Despite the soaring popularity of SUVs, Indian automakers are not abandoning sedans. Maruti and Honda have launched upgraded versions of their popular sedan models, emphasizing enhanced features and safety. Although the sedan market share has shrunk, companies like Volkswagen and Skoda see potential, introducing new models with SUV-like ground clearance.
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Honda to hike City, Amaze prices from September
"We have been trying to absorb accumulated cost pressures as much as possible. We will carry out a price revision on City and Amaze from September to partially offset the impact of increasing input costs," Honda Cars India Vice President (Sales and Marketing) Kunal Behl told PTI.
Honda to hike prices of Amaze, City by upto 1 pc from June
The Amaze is currently priced between Rs 6.99 lakh and Rs 9.6 lakh while the City range including strong hybrid trims are tagged between Rs 11.55 lakh and Rs 20.39 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The price increase activity would not have any impact on the strong hybrid trims of the mid-sized sedan.
Honda to hike Amaze prices up to Rs 12,000 from April to offset high input cost due to new emission norms
"We will increase Amaze prices by up to Rs 12,000 with effect from April 1 to factor in the rise in the production cost due to the upcoming stringent emission norms," Honda Cars India Vice President Marketing & Sales Kunal Behl told PTI.
Honda Cars India achieves 20 lakh production milestone
The production operation was started by the company in December 1997 and has so far cumulatively invested over Rs 10,000 crore since setting up its operations in India. "The historic milestone of 2 Million Production roll out in India is a testimony to Honda's commitment to the 'Make in India' initiative for the last 25 years," PTI quoted Honda Cars India President & CEO Takuya Tsumura as saying.
Second generation Honda Amaze crosses 2 lakh cumulative retail sales mark
Honda Cars India said the new Amaze has crossed two lakh retail sales milestone in the country. The company had introduced the second generation of the compact sedan in May 2018.
Honda Cars’ made-for-India SUV may hit the road in 2023
. Till the all-new SUV hits the roads, likely in two to three years, the automaker will rely on its bread-and-butter sedans — City and Amaze — to drive volumes.
Honda Cars to drive in Made for India SUV in 2023, eyes double-digit growth in 2021
Having been on the fringes of the fast-growing SUV space with limited success and numerous studies, the Japanese automaker has kicked off development work on – made for India – SUV, which may finally hit the roads in the coming 24-36 months. Till then, the company will rely on its bread-and-butter sedans – City and Amaze to drive volumes.
Honda commences bookings for new Amaze; to debut on August 18
"Since its debut in 2013, Honda Amaze has won the hearts of more than 4.5 lakh Indian customers, making it one of India's most preferred family sedans. We are extremely excited to add another chapter to the success story of the model with the launch of New Amaze later this month," HCIL Senior Vice President and Director Rajesh Goel said in a statement.
Honda drives in BSVI-compliant Amaze at Rs 6.09 lakh
The 1.2 litre petrol variants of the model are priced between Rs 6.09 lakh and Rs 8.75 lakh, while the 1.5 litre diesel trims are tagged between Rs 7.55 lakh and Rs 9.95 lakh (all prices ex-showroom Delhi). The sedan will be the company's first BSVI diesel model in India.
Hyundai opens bookings for compact sedan Aura
The Aura, which will be available in both petrol and diesel engine options, can be booked with a down payment of Rs 10,000 at Hyundai website and dealerships, the company said in a statement. HMIL Director - Sales, Marketing & Service, Tarun Garg said the company is beginning a new decade with the commencement of bookings for the Aura.
Sales of sub-4 metre sedans grew 12% in FY19: Indians love small sedans again
The three box car, which is often seen as a sign of progress for an individual, grew faster than the similar sized and much sought after sub-4 metre SUVs and crossovers.
Honda Cars launches new Amaze variant at Rs 8.56 lakh
The company has launched the new grade VX CVT trim in both petrol and diesel versions of the sedan.
Honda stops Brio's production, Amaze to be its entry-level car in India
Customer preference has started to shift towards comparatively bigger models, a trend similar to other global markets.
Honda's new Amaze records 50,000 unit sales in 5 months
"This is the fastest 50,000 sales number recorded by any new model launched by HCIL in India," the company said in a statement.
Honda crosses 15 lakh cumulative sales milestone in India
Honda took another three years and seven months to sell another five lakh units to breach 10 lakh cumulative sales mark in October, 2015.
Honda's new Amaze records 30k unit sales in 3 months
Honda Cars India (HCIL) today said its newly launched compact sedan Amaze has clocked over 30,000 unit sales in the first three months of launch, thus becoming its best-selling new model ever.
Honda to launch 6 models in 3 years; drives in new Amaze
The new Amaze is built on an all-new platform. The R&D of the new Amaze has been undertaken at its Thailand centre, where the new Brio platform is also under development in sync with the Indian R&D centre.
Honda banks on 3 new models to beat market growth in India this fiscal
The company, which posted 8 per cent growth in 2017-18 with 1,70,026 units, will be launching the all-new version of its compact sedan Amaze next month.
Toyota and Honda place fresh bet on sedans amid SUV fever
Honda Cars India premiered its all-new Amaze at Auto Expo 2018 to reinforce its position in the entry sedan segment to build volumes.
Honda Cars domestic sales dip 4.83% to 14,838 units in January
Last month, the company sold 422 units of small car Brio, 2,257 units of premium hatchback Jazz and 3,968 units of mid-sized sedan City.
Honda Cars India unveils 7-seater BR-V
HCIL plans to further strengthen sedan line up in India and reintroduce Honda Accord later this year.
Honda Cars India launches Celebration edition of Amaze, Mobilio
Honda Cars India today launched 'Celebration Edition' of its compact sedan Amaze and multi- purpose vehicle Mobilio in a bid to cash in on the upcoming festive season.
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