Triumph India Offering Discount Up to ₹ 22,000 for Street Triple R and RS

Triumph India has reduced the Street Triple R's price to Rs 9.95 lakh, a Rs 22,000 decrease. Meanwhile, the Street Triple RS price has increased by Rs 14,000 to Rs 11.95 lakh. The Street Triple R is available in Silver Ice, Pure White, Crystal White, and Matte Baja Orange, while the RS offers Silver Ice, Carnival Red, Cosmic Yellow, and Phantom Black.

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced strong sales figures for June 2024, totaling 64,803 units. This includes 50,103 units sold domestically and 14,700 units exported overseas.

HMIL's performance in the first half of 2024 has been notable, with total sales reaching 3,85,772 units. This marks a significant growth of 5.68% compared to the same period last year.

SUVs have emerged as the top performers in HMIL's domestic market, constituting 66% of total sales in the first half of 2024. The Hyundai CRETA, in particular, played a pivotal role, achieving sales of 91,348 units, reflecting an 11% increase from last year.

Mr. Tarun Garg, COO of Hyundai Motor India Limited, expressed satisfaction with the company's performance, stating, "We are pleased to report a 5.68% Year-on-Year growth in sales for the first half of CY2024. The success of our SUV lineup, especially the Hyundai CRETA, has been instrumental in driving our domestic sales."

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HMIL continues to strengthen its position in the Indian market, leveraging strong domestic and export performance to drive growth in the automotive sector.

Piaggio introduces the limited-edition Vespa 946 Dragon in India, priced at ₹14,27,999 (ex-showroom). This collector's edition scooter, celebrating the Lunar New Year, is available as Completely Built Units. Bookings are open at Piaggio's Motoplex showrooms nationwide, with each purchase including a special Vespa Dragon Varsity Jacket.

Kia India, a leading car manufacturer, has achieved significant growth with sales reaching 21,300 units in June 2024. This marks a 9.8% increase compared to the 19,391 units sold in June last year. The recently launched Kia Sonet emerged as the top-selling model for Kia India in June 2024, with 9,816 units sold, highlighting its popularity among customers.

In the first half of 2024, Kia India recorded a robust sales figure of 126,137 units, marking a 6% growth over the previous year. The Sonet contributed the most to this success, accounting for 43% of the company's sales, followed by Seltos and Carens at 32% and 25%, respectively.

Kia India also saw strong demand for its 'Make in India' vehicles globally, exporting 3,206 units in June. The total exports for the first half of 2024 stand at 12,026 units, underscoring the company's growing presence in international markets.

Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, Senior Vice President and National Head of Sales & Marketing, expressed optimism about Kia India's performance, citing a steady monthly sales growth averaging over 21,000 units. He emphasized the company's commitment to expanding its network and enhancing customer value throughout the year.

Recently, Kia India celebrated surpassing the milestone of 2.5 lakh exports to over 100 markets from its Anantapur plant. This achievement reinforces Kia India's reputation for innovative design, active safety features, and strong market competitiveness.

Kia India's impressive sales performance in June 2024 reflects its growing popularity and strategic market positioning in the automotive industry.

Audi, the luxury car maker from Germany, has reported selling 1,431 cars in India between April and June 2024. This marks a 37% increase compared to the previous quarter but a 6% decrease compared to the same period last year. The company faced challenges due to disruptions in the supply chain.

Despite the supply chain disruptions, demand for Audi cars in India remains strong. The company is optimistic about the future growth of the Indian market and the increasing preference for premium cars among customers.

Audi's pre-owned car business, branded as Audi Approved: plus, grew significantly by 33% in Q2 2024 compared to the same period last year. This growth also represents an 11% increase compared to the first quarter of 2024. Currently, Audi operates 27 Audi Approved: plus facilities across major cities in India and plans to add three more facilities by the end of this year.

Audi's product lineup in India includes a variety of models such as the Audi A4, A6, A8 L, Q3, Q3 Sportback, Q5, Q7, Q8, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback, RS Q8, Q8 e-tron, Q8 Sportback, e-tron GT, and RS e-tron GT.

Audi India remains positive about overcoming supply challenges in the coming months and expects to meet customer demands more effectively in the second half of the year.

Kia America has announced pricing for the 2025 Seltos, set to roll out soon. With a $100 price increase, new upgrades include cosmetic and tech enhancements. The current US model may have varied features from the future Indian model due to a difference in global safety and emission standards.

Royal Enfield hints at the Guerrilla 450 roadster, with its global debut scheduled for July 17. It encompasses the new Sherpa 450 engine and will be the second offering to be based on the Himalayan platform. LED lighting, telescopic front forks, and the digital console shown in the teaser. Expectedly the model will have all the connectivity features, including navigation.