Skoda Auto India expands online sales platform, offers new features

Skoda Auto India on Tuesday announced expansion of its online retail sales platform, which will now include a live consultation suite and contactless virtual product demonstration option with an integrated network of its over 80 dealerships across the country.

The Czech carmaker had rolled out the digital sales platform last year.

The overwhelming response to the facility has prompted the company to broaden its scope, particularly in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, thereby securing the health and safety of its employees and customers, Skoda Auto India said in a release.

It offers the flexibility to choose a Skoda Auto vehicle in a hassle free and convenient manner at the comfort of one's home as the venture supports a robust live consultation suite and a contactless virtual product demonstration option, available for sign up on the website, and accessible via video conferencing over smartphones, tablets and personal computers, the company said.

In doing so, Skoda Auto India has integrated its over 80 plus dealership touchpoints pan-India, it said.

'The contactless programme testifies our commitment to use technology as a tool to stay connected with our customers and deliver an uncompromised sales and service experience, more so in these unprecedented circumstances,' Skoda Auto India Brand Director Zac Hollis said.

'The latest initiative provides customers with an opportunity to explore and experience our exciting new range of products from the comfort of their home,' he added.

With its latest MySkoda mobile app, the company provides a single window interface between an existing or a prospective customer and the brand.

The app allows customers to locate the nearest dealership facility, book a service appointment at a convenient time frame, access service history, cost calculator, accessories shop and itemized billing record, as well as connect to Skoda customer care, the release said.

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'Developing own technology for EVs, will take 5-6 years to integrate into products': PEMSPL

Electric bus maker PMI Electro Mobility Solutions Pvt Ltd (PEMSPL), which has a technology partnership with China's Beiqi Foton Motors, is working to develop its own technology and integrate that into its products within five-six years, according to a senior company official.

The firm's promoters are also investing around Rs 15 crore on a battery assembling plant at Dharuhera in Haryana in order to localise more components for its electric vehicles (EVs) in India and reduce dependency on Chinese imports.

"When we went for technology selection, we had two options -- either go for the European technology or the Chinese technology. Chinese, as we all know, is the cheaper technology but a stable one as well. We chose to go with Foton back in 2017 basis the fact we wanted to get products quicker, suitable for India," PEMSPL Director Aman Garg told PTI.

He asserted that "everyone is dependent on Chinese technology (for EV) because that is the only cheaper solution available till now".

While admitting that the company enjoys the "technological advantage riding with Foton", Garg said, "The scaling up has to happen in India. That is what we are sure of. We don't consider ourselves dependent on Foton because we want to localise the manufacturing of the components."

When asked if PEMSPL is working to develop its technology to reduce dependency on the Chinese partner for future upgrades, he said, "It has to be because there is no sustainable business (if there is dependency)... In so far as technology is concerned, we are working on that front as well but yes that will take some time... I look at a horizon of five-six years and we would be able to integrate our own technology."

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Hiring activities up 33% in June: Report

The report said hiring in the hospitality, retail and auto sectors has been the most impacted due to the COVID-19 lockdown

Mumbai: Hiring activities in June remained muted on a year-on-year basis, but registered an increase over the previous month amid nation-wide relaxations of coronavirus-induced lockdown norms, a report said on Wednesday.

According to  Naukri JobSpeak Index for the month of June stood at 1,208, registering an improvement of 33 percent compared to May when it was at 910. However, on year-on-year basis, the hiring activity was still down by 44 percent.

The Naukri JobSpeak is a monthly Index that calculates and records hiring activities based on the job listings on Naukri.com.

The report further said hiring in hospitality, retail and auto sectors have been the most impacted due to the COVID-19 lockdown and functional roles in education/teaching with 49 percent growth, pharmaceuticals/biotech (36 percent) and sales/business development (33 percent) saw an uptick in month-on-month hiring.

Hiring across experience levels also grew by an average of 28 percent in June compared to May led by the entry-level executives' band (0-3 years experience).

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Electric vehicle startups hit hardest by virus outbreak

The Covid-19 pandemic’s fallout is likely to hit electric vehicle (EV) startups the hardest, according to a new report, as they had invested heavily on growth but have hardly been generating any cash.

EV sales, like sales of traditional petrol and diesel-powered automobiles, are expected to remain subdued in the current fiscal year, and startups and small and medium enterprises that make up most of the sector “will struggle for survival”, according to the report on the state of the EV sector by Avendus Capital.

“A significant portion of the EV industry in India is represented by SMEs and start-ups. The Covid-19 lockdown is expected to affect this part of the industry the most,” it said.

Traditional manufacturers that have entered EV sector are also expected to turn away from the segment -- which makes up just 0.01% of India’s auto market -- and focus on reviving sales of traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in the short term.

This would mean fewer new launches in the EV segment as manufacturers work to restore sales of their “bread-and-butter” ICE products.

Sales of three-wheeler and four-wheeler EVs will remain low, as consumer preference will shift towards personal mobility in the short term, hurting the market for cabs and auto rickshaws, which was expected to adopt EVs faster than retail consumers.

However, the two-wheeler EV segment could benefit from the pandemic, the report added.

Moreover, it said that while the pandemic might have pushed back EV sales targets by a year, the proposition for shifting to such vehicles could get stronger once the outbreak blows over.

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Ola joins PhonePe to boost its digital payments experience

• Customers can avail up to Rs 200 cashback on the first two rides using PhonePe

New Delhi: Ride-hailing major Ola on Monday announced its strategic partnership with PhonePe to enhance its digital payments experience for its customers.

Ola users can now access experience on the Ola app. Currently, the feature has been rolled out on Android and will be available on iOS soon.

"As PhonePe continues to drive digital payment adoption across the country, we are excited to partner with them to drive this seismic change that will enable us to move a step closer to becoming a Digital India," Anand Subramanian, Spokesperson at Ola, said in a statement.

This partnership will also enable PhonePe to offer their services to millions of customers on the Ola platform.

"We are excited to partner with Ola, India's leading mobility services provider, to enable a seamless and convenient payment experience for our customers," added Ankit Gaur, Director, Business Development at PhonePe.

As part of an introductory offer, customers can avail up to Rs 200 in cashback on the first two rides when paid using PhonePe, said Ola.


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IIT Roorkee develops tech for smooth driving in foggy weather

• An efficient architecture and algorithm to enable better driving experience in low visibility conditions

Dehradun: The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee has developed a system to facilitate smooth driving and minimise accidents in foggy weather conditions.

A team of researchers at the premier institute has developed an efficient architecture and algorithm to enable better driving experience in low visibility conditions, an IIT-Roorkee press release said.

Hundreds of road accidents are caused due to fog every year.

The research has been published in the journal IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems.

"The objective of this research was to design a system for real-time defogging that produces a clear image stream from the input foggy frames," one of the researchers Brajesh Kumar Kaushik said.

"The collision of vehicles due to poor visibility caused by fog leads to numerous fatalities annually. This advanced defogging system will aid drivers by providing real-time information and minimize the risks of road and train mishaps due to fog," IIT, Roorkee Director Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi said.

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CRISIL expects a decline in Tractor sales this fiscal

Mumbai, PTI: Tractor sales are expected to be slightly lower in 2020-21 as compared to the previous year level due to a well-distributed normal monsoon, rating agency CRISIL said on Monday. Around 7 lakh tractors were sold in the domestic market in 2019-20.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the south-west monsoon to be at 102 per cent of the long period average (LPA) in 2020 with rains expected to be well-distributed at 96-107 per cent of the LPA in all the four regions, as per CRISIL.

"Despite a 37 per cent year-on-year decline in April and May combined, tractor volume will likely be barely 1 per cent below last fiscal's level, in sharp contrast to a double-digit decline expected for the rest of the automobile industry," CRISIL said in a note.

Domestic tractor sales stood at 7,09,002 units in 2019-20 and CRISIL expects a decline of about 1 per cent over this base financial year, the ratings agency said.

According to the note, a favourable distribution of rains can even offset the adverse impact of a below-normal monsoon, such as in fiscal 2019 when domestic tractor sales volume grew a strong 8 per cent on a high base and despite monsoon being 9 per cent below the LPA.

In 2019-20, on the other hand, poor month-wise distribution and large state-wise variation in rains, despite an above-average monsoon season overall, contributed partly to a 10 per cent decline in tractor sales volume, it stated.

"Apart from overall adequacy, monsoon needs to be spatially well-distributed - by geography and timeliness (June-September) - to propel farm incomes and stoke demand for tractors. IMD's forecast is very encouraging for tractor volumes this fiscal," said Manish Gupta, Senior Director at CRISIL Ratings.

The monsoon's approach so far has been timely with rains 21 per cent above normal in June to date, the ratings agency said. The forecast for July and August, which are crucial months for kharif crops, is also encouraging at 103 per cent and 97 per cent, respectively, over LPA.

Additionally, agriculture will be supported by high reservoir levels, seen at a massive 94 per cent higher than last year's and 71 per cent above the average of the past decade.

Also, the recent hike in minimum support prices for major crops by 3-8 per cent this kharif season also augurs well for rural incomes - more so as this follows a bumper rabi crop, CRISIL said.


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Joy Guaranteed Year After Year: Unmatched Service and Maintenance Packages for BMW and MINI Cars

• Choice of plans based on duration/mileage.
• Service Inclusive - Packages up to 10 yrs / 200,000 kms.
• Flexibility to renew/extend up to 15 months post expiration.
• Repair Inclusive - Unlimited mileage package up to 6 years.
• Trusted quality of BMW Original Parts and workmanship.
• #BeInGoodHands #BMWIndia #MINIIndia

BMW Group India has further strengthened the promise of joy for customers by introducing new benefits across service/maintenance offerings. Service Inclusive is BMW Group India’s range of transparent service packages that cover maintenance, inspection and wear-and-tear. Repair Inclusive takes care of standard warranty extension. A single attractive upfront payment covers an extensive range of services.

Depending on their usage, BMW and MINI customers have the flexibility to select a package and portfolio at a highly attractive pre-fixed rate. Now, they also have the choice to renew or extend their Service Inclusive package even after expiration for a period up to 15 months.
There are three Service Inclusive packages – Oil Service Inclusive, Service Inclusive Basic and Service Inclusive Plus. The scope of services covered under each differs. Customers can pick any one for a duration/mileage of their choice starting from 3 yrs / 40,000 kms and extend it up to 10 yrs / 200,000 kms.

The base package Oil Service Inclusive is specially designed for customer with low usage and covers only oil services of the vehicle.

Service Inclusive Basic covers all regular maintenance work such as vehicle check and standard scopes, engine oil service, engine oil top-ups along with service / replacement of air filter, fuel filter, micro filter, spark plugs and brake fluid.

Service Inclusive Plus goes a step further and covers replacement of wear and tear items, brake pads, brake discs, wiper blades and clutch in addition to the above.

Customers can purchase Service Inclusive for their existing cars as well, where the package begins from the date of purchase and not from the Warranty start date.

For customers with very high usage, service packages are available in business portfolio. These start from 2 yrs / 200,000 kms with extension options.

An important highlight of Service Inclusive is that once the validity is over, customers still have up to 15 months to renew or extend the package by just paying the differential amount. During package run time, any part price or tax rate increase is not passed on to the customers.

With benefits of Service Inclusive and Condition Based Service (CBS), cost of maintenance is reduced substantially so customers have absolute freedom to enjoy their car (Approximate cost of maintenance for BMW X1 (petrol) or BMW 3 Series (petrol) is INR 1 per kilometre only).
With Repair Inclusive, the standard warranty on a vehicle can be extended even after the initial period of 24 months for unlimited mileage up to a period of 6 years. The cost for all necessary repairs is covered within the agreed mileage/duration.

In case of change of ownership, Service and Repair Inclusive are easily transferable. Consistent maintenance by trained BMW service staff and the use of Original BMW Parts also enhances value of the car in the long run.

Thanks to the car’s intelligent on-board diagnosis system, every BMW or MINI is able to monitor important electrical and electronic systems itself, logging possible faults before a problem occurs. Condition Based Service (CBS) maintenance system continuously monitors oil levels and the degree of wear and tear on individual components using sensors, algorithms and parameters such as mileage and driving style. Unlike the conventional and fixed service intervals, CBS determines actual need of services to make services cost effective. The next recommended service date is displayed each time the vehicle is started which means that servicing is only carried out when it is necessary and not before. This indication automatically begins four weeks earlier so service appointments can be planned well in advance.

Periodic service campaigns are conducted across the country to ensure that a BMW / MINI is always road ready. Fixed Price Offer enables servicing of select models with selected work packages at any authorised dealership. This option is especially beneficial for maintenance of older vehicles at an attractive price. End of Warranty is a proactive check to initiate repairs covered under warranty before it expires. During Seasonal checks (summer and pre-monsoon), certified service experts inspect critical areas such as brakes, lights, tyres and fan belts, using innovative technologies and original parts.

Customers opting to finance their vehicle through BMW India Financial Services also enjoy the option of including the cost of Service/Repair Inclusive in the loan amount.

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Bounce Resumes Dockless Scooter Sharing Service in Bangalore and Hyderabad

Introduces safe and affordable scooters under long term rental and Bounce AtmaNirbhar plan

Bounce, India’s largest shared mobility player has resumed its operations in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. In addition to its unique dockless scooter sharing model, Bounce has introduced flexible long-term rental plan and a subscription-based model, Bounce - A (AtmaNirbhar) to ease commute within cities during the lockdown 4.0.
 
The long-term rental plan enables users to keep scooters with them for longer duration. Like a personal vehicle, users will have safe and assured access to commute whenever required, without having to book daily rides, venture out and locate an available mode of transport, or rely on others to lend them their vehicles. Available in 7, 14, 30 & 60-day packs, the long-term rental plan gives people the convenience of owning a scooter without bearing the brunt of cost involved in buying a personal vehicle. Under the Bounce - A (AtmaNirbhar) initiative, users can avail scooters for 12 or 24 months without any down payment. After the subscription expires, users can schedule a return or purchase the vehicle at a nominal cost.
 
Highlighting the benefits and safety measures undertaken, Bounce CEO and co-founder, Vivekananda Hallekere wrote an open letter to users. Given the uncertainty the pandemic has brought in its wake, Bounce resolves to ease transportation hassles by providing safe and affordable commute options. Vivekananda further highlights that all scooters deployed are rigorously scrubbed down, disinfected, and sanitized with antimicrobial solution before they reach users. Bounce has currently deployed over 1500 vehicles in Bangalore and Hyderabad and will be introducing more scooters batch wise. The antimicrobial treatment deeply sanitizes surfaces, killing 99.9% germs and does not let microbes to spread through any surfaces that otherwise can host germs and viruses from a few hours to a few days. An eco-friendly solution, it will not rub off or migrate onto the skin and is durable even after multiple washings. Bounce heroes who work with the scooters wear masks, necessary safety and protective gears, touch the scooters only when necessary, and wash their hands and sanitize through the day before delivering each scooter.
 
As the nationwide lockdown gradually lifts, economies will open up and people will need to move. However, they will be hesitant to use transportation that risks exposure to other passengers like cabs, buses, autos, and trains, etc. According to a survey conducted by NGO Bangalore Political Action Committee (B.PAC), 50% of the respondents said they will not be using public transport for at least three months post lockdown; 36% of this do not intend to take public transport any time soon. In the current scenario, self-driven shared scooters will be the most efficient solution, adhering to the norms of social distancing.

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The Dynamic Duo: The All-New BMW F 900 R and F 900 XR Launched in India

•  BMW F 900 R: The dynamic roadster for purist riding fun.

•  BMW F 900 XR: The adventure sports tourer designed for sporty long-distance performance.

#NeverStopChallenging #BMWF900R #BMWF900XR #MakeLifeARide

BMW Motorrad India launched the all-new BMW F 900 R and the all-new BMW F 900 XR in India today. The two most-awaited motorcycles of the year will be available as completely built-up units (CBU) throughout the BMW Motorrad dealer network.

The dynamic, progressive and intuitive all-new BMW F 900 R roadster conveys a sense of freedom and a modern lifestyle. The adventure sports tourer, the all-new BMW F 900 XR offers an uncompromising mix of sportiness and touring capabilities. The two new bikes are a perfect amalgamation of sports-style design and dynamics coupled with awe-inspiring performance.

Mr. Arlindo Teixeira, acting President, BMW Group India said, “BMW Motorrad has brought the world’s finest premium motorcycles to India and created a distinct place for itself among motorcycling enthusiasts. With the introduction of the dynamic duo – the all-new BMW F 900 R and the all-new BMW F 900 XR – BMW Motorrad is set to redefine and captivate the popular mid-range segment in India at a truly attractive value proposition. The dynamic roadster BMW F 900 R is a precise and intuitive bike offering purist riding fun at all times. The adventure sports tourer BMW F 900 XR’s unique performance combined with powerful design interprets long-distance riding in a distinctive and future-oriented style of a genuine XR. The sporty riding fun, straightforward handling and a unique range of equipment options on both these bikes will be a value-added package for the ultimate thrill-seekers.”

The all-new BMW F 900 R will be offered in one variant, whereas the all-new BMW F 900 XR will be offered in a Standard and a Pro variant. The ex-showroom prices are as follows –

BMW F 900 R                     :  INR 09,90,000
BMW F 900 XR Standard   :   INR 10,50,000
BMW F 900 XR Pro             :  INR 11,50,000

*Price prevailing at the time of invoicing will be applicable. Delivery will be made on ex-showroom. Ex-showroom price (inclusive of GST) (incl compensation cess) as applicable but excludes Road Tax, RTO statutory taxes/fees, other local tax/cess levies and insurance. Prices and options are subject to change without prior notice. For further information, please contact your local authorized BMW Motorrad Dealer.

The all-new BMW F 900 R is available in Black Storm Metallic and in Style Sport Hockenheim Silver metallic/Racing Red paintwork. The all-new BMW F 900 XR is available in Light White and Style Sport Racing Red paintwork.

For complete peace of mind and to ensure that the journey of pure motorcycling continues uninterrupted at all times, the all-new BMW F 900 R and the all-new BMW F 900 XR come with a standard warranty for ‘three years, unlimited kilometers’, with an option to extend warranty to fourth and fifth year. Road Side Assistance, a 24x7 365 days package further ensures prompt services in case of breakdown and towing situations.

The all-new BMW F 900 R and the all-new BMW F 900 XR will be sold and serviced through the BMW Motorrad authorized dealer network, present across important centres in India including Delhi (Lutyens Motorrad), Mumbai (Navnit Motors), Pune (Bavaria Motors), Chennai (KUN Motorrad), Bengaluru (Tusker Motorrad), Ahmedabad (Gallops Autohaus), Kochi (EVM Autokraft), Hyderabad (JSP Motorrad), Indore (Munich Motors), Lucknow (Speed Motors), Chandigarh (Krishna Automobiles), Jaipur (Pratap Motorrad), Raipur (Munich Motors), Kolkata (OSL Prestige), Cuttack (OSL Prestige) and Ranchi (Titanium Autos). Test rides and deliveries will be initiated in accordance to all government directives post the lockdown period.

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India’s forthcoming DIY-Marketing Platform ‘InstaaPR’ announces Knowledge Sessions to decode Opportunities in the New Era

Business Leaders collaborate to boost the Start-ups, MSMEs and Entrepreneurs community.

InstaaPR, India’s forthcoming, no-touch, DIY-cost-effective marketing platform is organising an informative webinar on “How to redefine your sales strategies for the new era”. The webinar is intended to support small and medium enterprises to cope with the pandemic struck economy and keep the business cycles going. 

COVID-19 has altered the way companies operate, employees work & interact with customers and the external world. Moreover, the sales and marketing functions have also come to a standstill. The webinar will focus on these two areas as enterprises were impelled to explore effective ways of continuing their operations.

Taking the lead on this webinar, Sanjay Kher, President & Chief Business Officer, Oceanic Consulting will augment the sales and marketing processes to boost sales in these trying times. 

Moderating the session will be Rachana Chowdhary, CEO, InstaaPR, who will help deep dive the discussions through and help demystify information for immediate business use. “InstaaPR Webinars aims to deliberate upon the very basics of business and life, ground realities. We aim to make our participants feel enlightened and empowered after every session. We have observed that information overload and complex business processes as a way of the busy corporate infrastructure, is often restricting people’s thinking skills and creativity. We aim to deliberate upon the very basics with our participants, to thrive in the new normal.”

Sanjay Kher, President & Chief Business Officer, Oceanic Consulting says, “Times are tough, and businesses are struggling with finding the new normal in sales and marketing departments. With companies losing business, it's the right time to adopt an aggressive sales and marketing strategy and rebuild confidence in business.”

“In this webinar, we will not only discuss expert strategies to boost sales but also decode, some of them immediately available opportunities for the MSMEs, Start-ups, SMEs to benefit.”

Finding alternative sales strategies is of paramount importance in these trying times. Enterprises should think lateral and reinvest their resources in curating new sales and marketing tactics. This also is a great time to engage with existing clients and be truly invested in their success.

The webinar session is scheduled for May 21st, 2020 Thursday from 12 PM to 1 PM. 

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Carpathy Launches Protect+ Car Revival and Sanitization Program in Partnership with Gulf Oil

COVID-19 was unprecedented and unfortunate - leading to the country being shut down for more than 2 months. With markets now on the verge of gradually opening up, people now feel the need for safer and hygienic transport options more than ever. 

Private vehicles, which have been inactive for quite some time, are expected to be back on roads but consumers continue to face challenges with limited access to services like jumpstart, flat tyre repair and AC service. Sanitization of vehicles is also in high demand as most customers are looking to get their cars sanitized and germ free, before they can commute again. 

Carpathy - India’s largest car-service network, with more than 1000 workshops across 50 cities in India, has launched its Protect+ Car Revival and Sanitization Program. Protect+ promises to deliver best-in-class essential car care services at doorstep, with superior safety measures and precautions. 

Divyanshu Bansal, Founder and CEO of Carpathy said, “Sanitization is one of the major offerings of the program with other essentials such as jumpstart, AC gas top-up and Oil change available at doorstep. Special teams have been trained to follow end-to-end safety precautions and ensure contactless service for customers. The package is also priced at a nominal Rs. 300, thereby not taking a hit on the pocket.” 

Ravi Chawla, MD, Gulf Oil India said, “Today, we are in the midst of unprecedented times, and as we navigate through the rapidly-evolving situation, it is utmost necessary to safeguard our loved ones. By associating with Carpathy in this noble initiative we further reinforce our motto of delighting customers with unmatched products and service.” 

“For the program, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits have been given to all mechanics thereby ensuring safety for both professionals and customers. In addition, we have also provided our mechanics with COVID-19 insurance. We are also happy to have our strategic partners Gulf Oil support us in this initiative. Gulf Oil’s superior products help us deliver on our promise of quality while reaching the customer in these tough times,” added Bansal. 

Protect+ is currently available in 5 cities - Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad, and is rapidly expanding to other cities with an up-surge in demand from all corners of the country. The company is also setting up camps in residential societies and workplaces to ensure safer cars for more people. “Protect+ services will also be made available across all Carpathy workshops shortly,” said Divyanshu Bansal. 

More details about the Protect+ program and can be found at Carpathy’s website  www.carpathy.com/protect-plus. 

Carpathy was started in 2015 by Divyanshu Bansal, Himanshu Bansal and Akshat Lavania. It operates a network of technology-enabled car service centers and provides end-to-end technology, operations procurement support to workshops on its platform. The company also offers franchises to individual workshop owners and has more than 30 franchises in Tier-II cities like Bhopal, Ahmedabad, among others. 

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Complete Peace of Mind: BMW Extended Care+ Service Guarantees Uninterrupted JOY

•  Comprehensive Services, Pre-monsoon and Electrical function Check-up ensure maximum readiness at any time. 

•  Monsoon Ready - Proactive and Priority services to the waterlogged/flood-affected areas. 

•  Additional inventory of BMW Original Spare Parts for faster turnaround 

#BeInGoodHands #BMWService #BMWContactless #StaySafe

BMW India has announced the roll-out of the BMW Extended Care+ Service campaign for its customers across the entire dealer network in the country. BMW customers can now avail comprehensive aftersales services, Pre-monsoon and electrical function and ensure their BMW is road-ready at all times.

Mr. Arlindo Teixeira, acting President, BMW Group India, said, “At BMW, we are committed to providing our customers with services that deliver best-in-class care for their BMW vehicle along with uncompromising driving experience. BMW Extended Care+ service is designed to ensure all-round vehicle safety and total readiness of customer’s cars at all times. Equipped with a wealth of experience, trained technicians, specialised workshop technologies and original BMW parts, our customers can count on absolute peace of mind and maximum driving pleasure at all times.”

BMW Extended Care+ is a 33 point check service designed to keep BMW vehicles in top condition and ready throughout the year. Using the recently introduced ‘BMW Contactless Experience’, customers can select convenient date and time and book the extended care+ service with the nearest dealership from the comfort of their home. Service related payments can also be made online in a secure way. Customers will receive their serviced car at the place of their choice after a thorough sanitisation process along with handover of all vehicle documents in a sanitised envelope. Services and delivery will be done adhering to all local government directives post the lockdown period.

BMW Service is executed by specialists with many years of expertise, ensuring that customer’s cars are always in good hands. BMW aftersales service teams ensure every BMW customer receives the premium service they deserve through a number of technical services, warranties, parts logistics, accessories and lifestyle offerings as well as expert customer support throughout the entire lifecycle of their relationship.

Further information on the terms and conditions of BMW Extended Care+ can be availed by contacting the nearest BMW service centers.

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Hyundai Motor India and Mobis India Emphasize on Customer and Employee Safety with Dealership Preparedness Initiatives

•  Issued Detailed Guidelines for Showroom & Workshop Environment, Dealership Employees, Contactless Sales, Delivery and Service to ensure safety of Customers and Dealership Staff

•  Hygiene and Sanitization check list of ‘High Touch Points’ at all Dealerships and service workshops

•  Hyundai Motor India and Mobis India Limited, Part of Hyundai Motor Group will dispatch 6.8 lakh masks (3-Ply, N-90 & N-95) as well as 20,000 half litre & 1.5 lakh 100 ml cases of Sanitizers for consumers, sales, service and backend staff at all Dealerships

Hyundai Motor India Ltd., country’s first Smart Mobility Solutions Provider and the largest exporter since inception, has set Customer and Employee Safety as Top Priority with the announcement of a comprehensive list of measures, aimed at ensuring Dealership Preparedness to meet the highest levels of sanitation and hygiene across all its Showrooms and Workshops.

Under the ambit of the ‘Hyundai Cares’ initiative, HMI has laid down guidelines to be followed at its Dealerships across India that encompass all facets of customer interactions from their arrival to departure at Showrooms and Workshops. This will include Display car & Test Drive car preparedness, Customer Lounge & Washrooms sanitization (showroom & workshop), Delivery process of New car & Serviced car, Contactless Demonstration and servicing. To ensure the safety of facilities are not compromised, scheduled sanitization drives are planned and for various customer touch points, regular sanitization contingencies have been established along with thermal screening of employees and visitors.


HMI is simultaneously conducting large scale trainings to ensure all employees/stakeholders are well informed and work towards the maintenance of a Healthy Dealership Ambience for Customers and fellow employees. To assist Dealerships, Hyundai Motor India and Mobis India Limited, Part of Hyundai Motor Group will dispatch 6.8 lakh masks (3-Ply, N-90 & N-95) as well as 20,000 half litre and 1.5 lakh 100 ml cases of Sanitizers for consumers, sales, service and backend staff for their own and others safety. Hyundai has maintained its lead by achieving rank No. 1 in the 2019 JD Power Sales Satisfaction Index and Customer Satisfaction Index. We will continue to exceed customer expectations by offering peace of mind with the thorough guidelines & protocols in place.

Customers can also opt for remote car demonstrations through online video-conferencing application with Sales Consultants at Dealerships. Further, with Hyundai’s Click-to-Buy Integrated end-to-end online car sales website, customers can buy a brand new Hyundai Car online with minimal physical contact, minimal paperwork and home delivery options. For customer convenience, they can opt to have a Sales Consultant assist them in the process at any point in the entire online purchase journey.


Hyundai is also offering customers its 360 Digital Service & Contact-less Service Experience, through which customers can book a service appointment online through the Hyundai Care app, WhatsApp, Hyundai Website or a call to Dealers. Further, customers will receive digital updates through WhatsApp and can also make online payments. Customers will receive enhanced convenience with extended working hours, can avail courtesy car facility and also have their cars picked up and delivered at their doorstep (6 High TouchPoints to be sanitized at the time of pick-up and delivery).
About HMIL

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company (HMC). HMIL is India’s first smart mobility solutions provider and the number one car exporter since inception in India. It currently has 11 car models across segments SANTRO, GRAND i10, GRAND i10 NIOS, ELITE i20, AURA, VENUE, Spirited New VERNA, All New CRETA, ELANTRA, New 2020 TUCSON & KONA Electric. HMIL’s fully integrated state-of-the-art manufacturing plant near Chennai boasts of advanced production, quality and testing capabilities.

HMIL forms a critical part of HMC’s global export hub. It currently exports to around 88 countries across Africa, Middle East, Latin America, Australia and Asia Pacific. To support its growth and expansion plans, HMIL currently has 517 dealers and more than 1,330 service points across India. In its commitment to provide customers with cutting-edge global technology, Hyundai has a modern multi-million-dollar R&D facility in Hyderabad. The R&D centre endeavours to be a centre of excellence in automobile engineering.

AN Bureau