Bajaj does it again with its Discover

What else would make the camp of Bajaj more cheerful than the 10 lakh number of its Discover motorcycle. The feat makes the fever among the circles of Hero Honda, which hits the sale motion of its Splendor. Discover range has reached a whooping 127,397 units during August 2010. The sale figure for Discover 100, …

Hero Honda gearing up to meet the challenge from Bajaj

It is the first time in its long journey that Hero Honda recognized the stiff fight endured by Bajaj auto over market share. Hero Honda is now under pressure to secure its position as number one and is facing a threat from its partner Honda for an anticipated exit from the tie-up. Hero Honda has …

Two wheeler sale may rise by 20% this fiscal

The sale of two wheelers in last year, an estimated 10 million, may see 20% rise this year, to 12 million it is projected. The major contribution would be from the combined sale volume of the top most company Hero Honda and its sibling Honda Motorcycle & Scooters India. Their presence will be dominant with …

Bajaj inches close to Hero in 100cc segment

There is a top gear race in the two wheeler market between Hero Honda and Bajaj. The track is 100 cc segment wherein Hero Honda has been the stalwart for years. But the track is assisting well for Bajaj now that whatever share that Hero Honda slipped down(around 6%) has been wrapped by Bajaj. Hero …

The reversal of fortune for Hero Honda

The overall boost in sales and growth is quite good and comfortable for Hero Honda, but not in terms of production. The country’s largest two wheeler company is facing the production capacity to meet the demand. All the three plants are already in full swing, as the company is strong in the market with more …

Yamaha clears the deck for entry-level bikes

With the instant triumph with the launch of FZ series bikes some two years ago, Yamaha Motor is polishing its mind to focus on entry-level bikes. This bike has the 50% market in India and is the stronghold of Hero Honda with 75cc-125cc engine. On April 14, the company is launching YBR, a 110cc bike …

Hero Honda adorn’s Women’s Day with special Pleasure edition

Hero Honda world’s largest two-wheeler company induces the spirit of celebrating the Women’s Day by launching immensely popular Pleasure with dazzling Pearl White body with a blast of red. This youthful, fun loving, unique special new edition is always ahead with a notion “Why should boys have all the fun”. The new Pleasure boasts new …

Honda to extend its presence in India

Honda Motor Corp is planning for an all out presence in the Indian market as there is 20% annual growth in the two wheeler industry. For two wheeler sale-scooters and bikes- , India stands as the second largest market with an annual sale steeping to 8 million units compared to 15 million units in China. …

Gujarat to welcome a new entrant in auto industry

Close on the heels of Nano’s entry, the state of Gujarat gets the fame as Hero Honda rides with pomp. The facility, at an investment of Rs800 crore, will deliver green impact to the state through the bikes. However, the initiative is yet to be confirmed by Hero Honda because there has been no final …

Hero Honda to carry the torch- to play the fiddle in scooter

Bajaj’s exit from the scooter segment is a blessing in disguise for Hero Honda. With just one scooter Pleasure, the company is exploring the possibilities to boost the scooter segment with more models. As of now, the demand is high –growing to 15.12% (8.91 lakh units) for gearless scooters and Hero Honda likes to capitalize …