Toyota Kirloskar Motor To Support 400 Additional Schools Under ABCD Program

Toyota Kirloskar Motor ABCD Program

Toyota Kirloskar Motor, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced that building on the success of its A Behavioural Change Demonstration (ABCD) initiative, it is now expanding the program to an additional 400 government schools in Raichur district for FY2024-25 and FY2025-26.

This program has already been successfully implemented in 100 schools over the past two years, positively impacting more than 26,000 students. The initiative will now benefit over 68,000 students in this next phase.

The program’s expansion officially commenced today with a one-day orientation session for the headmasters of the participating schools, held at the Krishi Vigyana Kendra (KVK) in Raichur. The orientation was inaugurated by Nitish K, IAS, Deputy Commissioner of Raichur, who was the Chief Guest at the occasion. This session was aimed at equipping the headmasters with tools and strategies to effectively deliver the program’s hygiene and sanitation curriculum.

As part of the program, TKM will actively promote essential hygiene practices among students through a series of training sessions that focus on handwashing, sanitation practices, water conservation, waste management, and personal hygiene.

Additionally, the program will provide sanitary pads to 24,000 adolescent girls till March 2026. This initiative aims to ensure effective menstrual hygiene management and support young women in their health and well-being, empowering them to take charge of their menstrual health and advocate for their needs. Through this project, essential sanitation supplies, including buckets, mugs, cleaning agents, handwashing soap, and mopping items will be provided to support hygiene maintenance.

Beyond hygiene education, the program aims to strengthen school cabinets and School Development and Monitoring Committees (SDMCs), empower students to advocate for better sanitation, and encourage families to build household toilets where needed. Community engagement will also play a pivotal role, with awareness campaigns, video demonstrations, and annual quiz and drawing competitions to reinforce the lessons learned in schools.

Nitish K said, “Education today is not just about academic excellence but about nurturing responsible, aware citizens who understand the importance of health and hygiene. The ABCD program by Toyota Kirloskar Motor is a shining example of how private enterprises can meaningfully contribute to community well-being. By teaching essential sanitation and hygiene practices to young minds, the program creates a foundation for healthier, more resilient communities. It’s heartening to see Toyota's commitment to expanding this initiative further into Raichur, reaching thousands of students and families. We look forward to the transformative outcomes this program will bring.”

Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice-President, Corporate Affairs & Governance, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we believe that true progress is driven by collective responsibility, and our ABCD program stands as a testament to this. The success of our first phase has encouraged us to scale up our efforts and reach an additional 400 schools in Raichur. We remain deeply committed to supporting the Swachh Bharat mission by promoting hygiene education and sustainable practices. Through this expanded initiative, we aim to not only improve sanitation in schools but also foster a culture of awareness and positive change across the community.”

Launched in 2015, the ABCD program begin its focus in Karnataka, especially in the Ramanagara district. By 2019, the initiative had reached 1,004 schools, benefiting 58,000 students and positively impacting 430,000 community members. Following its revitalisation in August 2023, the program continues to align with the national ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ mission, contributing to India’s ongoing efforts to improve sanitation and hygiene.

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    Suzuki E Vitara Unveiled, Made In India EV To Be Globally Sold In 2025

    Suzuki E Vitara

    Japanese auto major Suzuki Motor Corporation has unveiled its first mass-production battery electric vehicle (BEV) model, the e Vitara, in Milan, Italy.

    Interestingly, the e Vitara will be produced at Suzuki Motor Gujarat plant in India. The EV will be sold globally including Europe, India and Japan starting next year. For the unversed, the e Vitara was first showcased as a concept model christened ‘eVX’ at Auto Expo in January 2023 and Japan Mobility Show in October 2023.

    The e Vitara comes with an eAxle that integrated the motor and inverter. The OEM has gone with lithium iron-phosphate battery chemistry.

    The EV features an electric 4WD system, which the company calls ‘Allgrip-e’ that allows for off-road capability. The e Vitara is based on the company’s newly developed platform ‘Heartect-e’.

    The e Vitara also comes with a Trail mode that the OEM claims enables smooth escape from rough terrain by applying brakes to spinning tyres and distributing drive torque to the opposite tyre (LSD function).

    Toshihiro Suzuki, Representative Director and President, Suzuki Motor Corporation, said, “The e Vitara is our first BEV, developed through repeated trial and error to create an easy-to-use BEV for our customers. In order to realise a carbon-neutral society, we will provide a variety of options, including BEVs, hybrid vehicles, and CNG vehicles, tailored to specific regions. Introduction of the e Vitara represents a significant milestone in achieving carbon neutrality. Following the launch of the e Vitara, we will continue to expand our BEV line-up and propose mobility solutions tailored to the needs of specific countries and regions.”

    Once launched, the e Vitara will compete against the Tata Curvv, MG ZS EV and Mahindra’s upcoming BE 05 and Hyundai Creta EV.

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      Hyundai Motor India Launches Updated Verna Sedan At INR 1.1 Million

      Hyundai Verna

      Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), one of the leading passenger vehicles manufacturer, has launched the updated Verna sedan at prices starting INR 1.1 million (ex-showroom).

      The Verna now gets a new sporty rear spoiler and a new amazon grey monotone colour.

      The 5-star Global NCAP safety-rated Hyundai Verna comes with 33 safety features including 6 airbags, 3-point seatbelts, ESC, VSM & HAC and Isofix across all trims as standard. 

      In addition, it also gets Hyundai Smart Sense – Level 2 ADAS technology, which uses automated sensing technology with radars (Front & Rear), sensors and camera (Front) to detect obstacles on the road and initiating corrective action and warnings.

      On the inside, the Hyundai Verna cabin gets integrated infotainment & digital cluster front ventilated & heated seats, 64 colour ambient lighting and Bose sound system.

      The Hyundai Verna can be had in eight colour options including the new amazon grey and two dual-tone color options.

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        Spinny Reports 40% Growth In Car Deliveries During Festive Season

        Spinny

        Spinny, one of India’s leading used car platform, reported a 40 percent growth in vehicle deliveries in October.

        The platform states that key cities like Bengaluru, National Capital Region (NCR), Hyderabad, and Pune experienced significant demand surges, with customer preferences shifting towards automatic cars, SUVs, and financing options, reflecting the festive buying sentiment.

        During the festivities, Spinny states it saw significant growth, delivering over 500 cars a day during Navratri, Dhanteras, Diwali weekend, and Festival of Spinny special price days.

        In addition, the demand for vehicles with automatic transmission saw a 57 percent growth, mirroring the trend of convenience-first choices. Platform’s exchange program also saw a 39 percent increase as more buyers traded in old vehicles for newer models. In terms of demand, petrol variants remained the top choice, with a 50 percent rise in demand, while SUVs and sedans saw impressive growth of 49 percent and 46 percent, respectively. Additionally, women buyers now constitute over 20 percent of the total customer base in October, marking a substantial increase over the previous year.

        Niraj Singh, CEO and Founder, Spinny, said, “As Dhantersas and Diwali marks a time of renewal, I am delighted to see more customers beginning their festive journeys with the Spinny platform and showing tremendous trust in our brand. The surge in demand reflects the joy of new purchases with a focus on more informed and convenient buying experiences, aligning perfectly with our promise of trust and transparency.”

         

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          Maruti Suzuki India Reports Highest Monthly Wholesales At 206,434 Units In October 2024

          Maruti Suzuki India

          Maruti Suzuki India, one of the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported its best-ever monthly wholesales in October 2024 with 206,434 units, up 4 percent YoY, as compared to 199,217 units for the same period last year.

          The company reported domestic wholesales of 159,591 passenger vehicles, down 5 percent YoY, as compared to 168,047 units last year. The LCV sales were down 9 percent at 3,539 units.

          On the other hand, the company’s sales to other OEMs (Toyota Motor Corporation) almost doubled at 10,136 units, as compared to 5,325 units, clocking a 90 percent YoY growth.

          The exports too saw a smart uptick of 51 percent at 33,168 units, as compared to 21,951 units last year.

           

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