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Nikkei: India passes Japan to become world’s No. 3 auto market in 2022

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India’s sales of new vehicles totaled at least 4.25 New vehicles delivered in India totaled 4.13 Adding December’s sales volume reported Sunday by Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, brings the total to roughly 4.25 In 2021, China continued to lead the global auto market, with 26.27 India is home to 1.4

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Rising disposable income giving a thrust to connected cars in India – ET Auto

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Car variants that are connected feature-rich contribute as much as 45% of sales of a particular model, according to industry estimates. Connected cars are becoming the mainstream choice for many new car buyers in India fuelled by rising disposable incomes and an influx of new models.

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Honda Cars India sales grow 17% in February to 7,142 units | Autocar Professional

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Honda Cars India (HCIL) registered monthly domestic sales of 7,142 units in February, recording a 17 percent year-on-year growth, compared to 6,086 units clocked in February 2023. The company says its latest entrant – Elevate – in India’s mid-size SUV segment has been maintaining a strong demand from buyers. “Our

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Tesla apparent lower import tariffs in India opposed by German auto: report

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Tesla has been trying to enter India for several years now, but despite making progress in the past, the electric vehicle maker has so far been unable to start its operations in the country. This deal, as per a recent report from The Times of India , has reportedly seen some opposition from Germany.

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Audi India posts 33% growth in FY24 with 7,027 cars

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 02 Apr 2024, 11:06 AM Buoyed by the rising demand for luxury cars, Audi India posted 33 per cent and 50 per cent growth in new and used car sales, respectively. Audi India on Monday announced that the luxury car manufacturer registered a 33 per cent growth in FY24.

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Tesla India might still get lowered import taxes

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The Indian government is reportedly finalizing a new import tax policy that might encourage Tesla and other foreign electric automakers to invest in India. India has strict and specific rules on imported vehicles. It has a 60% import duty on vehicles below $40,000 and a 100% rate on cars above $40,000.

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Volvo Car India unveils new bodyshop in Mumbai | Autocar Professional

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Volvo Car India has announced the inauguration of a state-of-the-art bodyshop in Mumbai. Operated under the guidance of KIFS Volvo Cars, this modern facility leverages high-end technology and embraces sustainability to deliver unmatched service to customers, the company shared.

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