Hyundai India Celebrates First-Year Milestone Of ‘Samarth By Hyundai’ Initiative
- By MT Bureau
- October 18, 2024
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has completed the first year of ‘Samarth by Hyundai’, a holistic social initiative to support people with disabilities in India. Launched in 2023, the initiative is in line with Hyundai Motor Company’s global vision of ‘Progress for Humanity’ and aims at raising awareness and building a movement for the inclusion of people with disabilities in India.
The event was attended by various dignitaries from the Government of India, including Mansukh Mandaviya, Minister of Sports; Dr Virendra Kumar, Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment and Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education. Unsoo Kim, Managing Director; Tarun Garg, Whole Time Director and Chief Operating Officer and J T Park, Function Advisor, Sales & Marketing were present at the event from HMIL’s side. Several other key government officials, NGO partners and stakeholders also joined the celebration.
The highlights of the event were the felicitation of Indian Paralympians, where the company felicitated seven Paralympians supported under ‘Samarth by Hyundai’ initiative for their outstanding achievements, and the presentation of the ‘Charter of Recommendations for Enhancing Accessibility and Inclusivity’ to Government of India by HMIL. The company also announced the launch of the ‘Samarth Hero Awards’ to honour individuals and organisations contributing to the empowerment of people with disabilities.
As an example of its dedication to inclusion, HMIL has worked to raise awareness, give assistance and create opportunities for those with disabilities over the past year through Samarth by Hyundai and its numerous projects. By raising awareness, establishing accessible spaces at HMIL dealerships, introducing car accessories that are accessible to persons with disabilities and establishing important alliances with NGOs, the media, and other stakeholders, the firm has achieved tremendous progress in empowering individuals with disabilities.
Unsoo Kim, Managing Director, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “At Hyundai, we believe in making a meaningful impact beyond mobility. ‘Samarth by Hyundai’ is a testament to our commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable society for all. I am immensely proud of the strides we’ve made in our first year, and I thank our partners, stakeholders and the government for their unwavering support. Together, we will continue to drive change and provide opportunities for people with disabilities, as we remain deeply committed to India and its people."
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Wholesales Grows 4% In May
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced its wholesale sales of 33,128 units in May 2026, up 7 percent YoY, as compared to 30,864 units sold in May 2025.
The wholesales include 30,574 units in the domestic market, up 4 percent YoY, as compared to 29,280 units, while exports came at 2,554 units, up 61 percent YoY, as compared to 1,584 units a year ago.
Sabari Manohar, Executive Vice-President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Our sales performance in May 2026 reflects the positive market acceptance of Toyota’s offerings and overall ownership experience. The sustained demand across our product portfolio highlights a growing preference for quality, reliability and advanced technologies. This month marked a significant milestone as we crossed 300,000 Strong Hybrid Electric vehicle (SHEV) sales in India, underscoring the growing acceptance of SHEV technology and cleaner mobility solutions. This achievement further strengthens our commitment to advancing sustainable mobility through a multi-pathway approach. We will continue to focus on innovation that aligns with evolving customer needs while delivering long-term value and contributing meaningfully to India’s transition towards carbon neutrality.”
Maruti Suzuki India Achieves Record Monthly Sales Of 242,688 Units In May 2026
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL), the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, has reported its best-ever monthly sales volume, delivering a total of 242,688 units in May 2026, up 35 percent, as against 180,077 units last year.
The milestone performance was anchored by an all-time high in domestic sales, which reached 193,535 units for the month, up 40 percent YoY.
Interestingly, sales to Toyota Motor Kirloskar saw a decline of 29 percent YoY to 7,239 units. While, exports grew by 34 percent to 41,914 units.
In the domestic market, Maruti Suzuki India saw growth across categories, including Mini (+140 percent YoY), compact & mid-size (+32 percent YoY), SUVs (+44 percent YoY) and Vans (+7 percent YoY).
In the light commercial vehicle (LCV) space, the Super Carry registered monthly sales of 3,198 units.
JSW MG Motor India Sells 6,048 PVs In May
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
JSW MG Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced its wholesale sales for May 2026.
The company sold 6,048 units last month, down 4.06 percent, as compared to 6,304 units for the same period last year.
JSW MG Motor India attributed the ongoing global supply chain disruptions, rising commodity prices and a rise in freight tariffs that have impacted demand.
On the other hand, the company is looking to drive further growth with its recently introduced Majestor SUV, which replaces the outgoing Gloster as the flagship IC-powered vehicle in the carmaker's domestic lineup. The SUV is available in two drivetrain configurations. The 4x2 Automatic Top Trim is available in 6-seater and 7-seater layouts, while the 4x4 Automatic Top Trim, priced at INR 4.49 million (ex-showroom), can be had only in a 7-seater layout.
Mahindra Sells 58,021 SUVs In May 2026
- By MT Bureau
- June 01, 2026
Mumbai-headquartered automotive major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced its wholesales for May 2026, which marked a 20 percent YoY growth.
The company sold a total of 58,021 SUVs in the domestic market, which was 11 percent higher than 52,431 units last year.
In the commercial vehicle and three-wheeler segment, the sales came at 36,615 units, up 36 percent, as compared to 26,933 units a year ago. This includes 3,490 LCV <2-tonne, 20,589 LCV 2-tonne to 3.5-tonne and 12,536 three-wheelers.
The exports, on the other hand, came at 5,000 units, marking a 37 percent YoY growth.
Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “In May, we achieved SUV sales of 58,021 units, a growth of 11 percent and total vehicle sales stood at 99,636, a 20 percent YoY growth. The sustained demand across our portfolio continues, constrained by supply chain challenges due to manpower shortages at select suppliers.”
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