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    Top 10 150cc To 200cc Motorcycles Feb 2023 – Apache, Pulsar, Gixxer, Xpulse

    Sales of motorcycles in the 150-200cc range saw YoY growth of 20.03 percent but MoM sales ended in the redImage – Shahrukh AkhtarLike motorcycles in the 350cc segment that improved on a YoY basis but dipped in terms of MoM sales, it was the same scenario where motorcycles in the 150-200cc segment were concerned. Sales in the past month saw motorcycles in the 150-200cc segment at 1,02,591 units, up 20.03 percent when compared to 85,473 units sold in Feb 2022. This was a volume growth of 17,118 units. MoM sales however, fell by 16.16 percent from 1,22,369 units sold in Jan 2023 relating to a volume de-growth of 19,778 units.Top 10 Selling Motorcycles Feb 2023 in 150cc to 200cc segmentTVS Apache was the No. 1 seller in this segment in Feb 2023. It saw sales of 34,935 units in the past month, up 112.94 percent YoY when compared to 16,406 units sold in Feb 2022. This was an 18,529 unit volume growth with a 34.05 percent share. MoM sales also ended positively up 21.26 percent when compared to 28,811 units sold in Jan 2023. Market share went up from 23.54 percent to 34.05 percent MoM.150cc-200cc motorcycle sales Feb 2023 vs Feb 2022 – YoY analysisTVS Apache overtook the Bajaj Pulsar which was the no. 1 best-selling model in this segment in Jan 2023. The Apache also recorded milestone sales of 5 million (50 lakh) units ever since the series was launched in 2005. Bajaj Pulsar sales improved by 18.11 percent YoY to 26,539 units in Feb 2023 from 22,470 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales however suffered a 22.64 percent de-growth from 34,307 units sold in Jan 2023. This took market share down to 25.87 percent from 28.04 percent MoM.Sales improved both YoY and MoM for the FZ to 17,262 units in Feb 2023. This was a 28.87 percent YoY and 34.63 percent MoM growth. The Yamaha FZ was the most sold model in the company lineup in Feb 2023 followed by the R15 and MT15. Yamaha R15 sales increased 20.17 percent YoY to 7,697 units in Feb 2023 from 6,405 units sold in Feb 2022 while MoM sales fell marginally by 2.88 percent over 7,925 units sold in Jan 2023. It was followed by the MT15 with 6,132 units sold last month. MoM sales suffered a 29.82 percent de-growth from 8,738 units sold in Jan 2023.Motorcycle sales 150cc to 200cc segment – Feb 2023Outstanding growth was seen for the KTM 200 which improved by 40.38 percent YoY to 3,254 units in Feb 2023 from 2,318 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales growth stood at 53.64 percent from 2,118 units sold in Jan 2023. This saw market share improve to 3.17 percent from 1.73 percent MoM.Suzuki Gixxer sales dipped 6.45 percent YoY to 1,698 units from 1,815 units sold in Feb 2022 while MoM sales in Jan 2023 had been down to 0 units. The 2023 Gixxer has also been updated recently with sales set to be more positive in the months ahead.XPulse 200, Avenger, Unicorn, XtremeLower down the sales list was the XPulse with YoY and MoM decline in sales to 1,640 units. Avenger sales improved 75.54 percent YoY to 1,543 units in Feb 2023 over 879 units sold in Feb 2022 while MoM sales suffered a decline of 9.29 percent from 1,701 units sold in Jan 2023. Thereafter, every model on this list has seen significant YoY and MoM de-growth.150cc-200cc motorcycle sales Feb 2023 vs Jan 2023 – MoM analysisHonda Unicorn slipped to No. 10 on this list in Feb 2023 as against a No. 3 spot on the 150-200cc motorcycle sales list in Jan 2023. Sales in Feb 2022 stood at 12,812 units which fell 89.55 percent to 1,339 units in the past month. In Jan 2023 sales had stood at 22,019 units relating to a 93.92 percent MoM decline.Xtreme 160R/200 sales dipped to 462 units while there were also 79 units of the Kawasaki W175, 6 units of the X-Blade and 5 units of the Hornet 2.0 sold in the past month with each posting YoY and MoM de-growth. CBX 200X sales were also down to 0 units even as there had 538 units sold in Feb 2022 and 3 units sold in Feb 2023. More

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    2023 Yamaha XSR125, R125, MT125 Debuts – New Updates

    The 125cc single-cylinder screamer with 15 PS and 11.5 Nm of torque is the common powertrain between Yamaha XSR125, R125 & MT1252023 Yamaha XSR125Despite the advent of premium 125cc motorcycles in India, the segment hasn’t caught on like one would have liked. No matter what tech they come equipped with, the smaller displacement figure is what is off-putting for many. That said, smaller engines weigh less and are very lively on a racetrack.For enthusiasts and novice racers, the 125cc motorcycle segment caters most of their needs. Hence sporty 125cc products exist. At Yamaha’s booth in Osaka International Motor Show, there were three 125cc motorcycles showcased. These are XSR125 Cafe Racer style motorcycle, YZF-R125 and MT-125.2023 Yamaha XSR1252023 Yamaha XSR125 Showcased – New featuresWe have similar styled products as YZF-R125 and MT-125 vehicles in the form of YZF-R15 V4 and MT-15 respectively. Hence, the XSR125 comes off as the most interesting product among this trio. Underneath its new Cafe Racer styled bodywork, it appears to be underpinned by the same frame as that of MT-125. Albeit, with a different subframe.We have a fairly handsome cowl around its headlight which neatly flows into its handlebars. There are minimal body panels below a teardrop-shaped old-school fuel tank. It is less aggressive than R125 and MT-125 and gets scrambler-ish appeal. This is reflected in matte-black chunky exhaust can with a perforated heat guard.2023 Yamaha XSR125There is a stitched single-seat, an underbelly bash plate, and block pattern tyres that round off its scrambler appeal. Headlight and tail lights are round, giving it a neo-retro vibe. It gets USD front forks finished in Black, while a mono-shock unit suspends rear.2023 Yamaha MT1252023 Yamaha YZF-R125, MT-125 Get exciting new updatesWhere design is concerned, 2023 Yamaha R125 and MT125 are similar to the R15 and MT15 that are on sale in India. Pound-to-pound, these are identical to their 150cc counterparts, except for their powertrains. They get the same frame, body panels, and everything. In India, Yamaha only offered USD front forks with MT-15 with Ver 2.0 and with R15, on V4.Both YZF-R125 and MT-125 showcased at Yamaha’s pavilion at Osaka Motor Show, get USD front forks finished in gold, unlike XSR125. Also special to these is an aftermarket full-system Akrapovic exhaust system, which is not offered in India even as an option. These particular motorcycles were also showcased with adjustable clutch and brake levers too.2023 Yamaha R125The Osaka Auto Messe is an annual automotive show since 1997, held at Intex Osaka in Osaka, Japan. All three Yamaha motorcycles are powered by the same 125cc single-cylinder engine with a 4V head that kicks out 15 PS of power and 11.5 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. They are donning a steel delta box suspended by 41mm USD front forks and a rear mono-shock. At the rear, we get a 140-section fat tyre as well.In India, the sporty and premium 125cc segment is not very hot. In fact, this segment currently favours budget commuter motorcycles with a ton of features, perfectly represented by something like TVS Raider 125. Yamaha is not likely to launch any of these in India and the only sporty 125cc offerings are RC125 and 125 Duke from KTM.Source More

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    RE Sales Breakup Feb 2023 – Classic, Meteor, Himalayan, 650 Twins

    Royal Enfield had the Classic 350 as their best-selling model in domestic markets while the 650 Twins garnered the most attention globallyImage – Lost Together 4everRoyal Enfield has seen YoY growth both in domestic and global markets in Feb 2023. Domestic sales were not as promising when compared to sales in Jan 2023 but exports improved on a MoM basis. Total sales (domestic + exports stood at 71,544 units in Feb 2023.RE Domestic Sales Feb 2023 Breakup – Classic 350 TopsRoyal Enfield reported 64,436 units sold in domestic markets in Feb 2023. This was a 23.59 percent YoY growth from 52,135 units sold in Feb 2022. This led to a volume growth of 12,301 units. MoM sales however, dipped by 4.82 percent when compared to 67,702 units sold in Jan 2023 relating to volume decline of 3,266 units.RE Sales Breakup Feb 2023RE Classic 350 topped sales charts with 27,461 units sold in Feb 2023. This was an 8.71 percent de-growth when compared to 30,082 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales however, grew by 5.08 percent over 26,134 units sold in Jan 2023. Share percentage increased from 38.60 percent held in Jan 2023 to 42.62 percent in the past month. Not only was RE Classic 350 at the top of company sales charts but this model also was at No. 1 on the list of 350cc bikes sold in the country in the past month.Relatively new comer Hunter 350 was at No. 2 with sales of 12,925 units sold in Feb 2023. It was however a MoM decline in sales by 15 percent when compared to 16,574 units sold in Jan 2023. Bullet 350 sales increased by 27.99 percent on a YoY basis while sales fell 15 percent MoM to 8,232 units. There had been 6,432 units sold in Feb 2022 and 9,685 units sold in Jan 2023. This dip in MoM sales brought share percentage down to 12.78 from 14.31 held in Jan 2023.Royal Enfield Domestic Sales % Share – Feb 2023Sales of RE Meteor 350 have fallen both YoY and MoM to 6,698 units. this was a marginal 0.76 percent YoY decline from 6,749 units sold in Feb 2022 while it was a 12.12 percent de-growth over 7,622 units sold in Jan 2023. Royal Enfield has seen sales growth for the Electra 350 by 49.12 percent YoY to 5,109 units in Feb 2023 from 3,426 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales also improved considerably by 21.41 percent from 4,208 units sold in Jan 2023.In the more powerful segment, sales of RE Himalayan (2,841 units) and 650 Twins (1,170 units) fell 4.57 percent and 52.61 percent respectively in Feb 2023. The two models did experience MoM growth by 13.69 percent and 19.39 percent respectively as against 2,499 units and 980 units sold in Jan 2023. In more recent news, the company has brought in the 2023 Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 with new feature updates. It now receives alloy wheels along with a new LED headlight unit, new colour schemes and USB charger.RE Exports Feb 2023 – 650 Twins dominateRoyal Enfield has seen both YoY and MoM growth where exports were concerned. Exports which had stood at 7,108 units in Feb 2023 improved by 1.18 percent YoY from 7,025 units shipped in Feb 2022. MoM sales were higher by 0.91 percent over 7,044 units sold in Jan 2023.RE Exports Breakup Feb 2023It was the 650 Twins that commanded the most attention despite a YoY and MoM decline in sales. Sales dipped 10.63 percent YoY to 1,951 units in Feb 2023 from 2,183 units sold in Feb 2022 while MoM sales fell by 7.14 percent from 2,101 units shipped in Jan 2023. Share dipped to 27.45 percent in Feb 2023 from 29.83 percent held in Jan 2023. Sales increased YoY and MoM for the RE Classic 350 in global markets to 1,731 units up 18.89 percent YoY and 14.11 percent MoM.RE Exports % Share Feb 2023The new Hunter 350 posted exports of 1,645 units which was a 9.12 percent MoM decline from 1,517 units shipped in Jan 2023. In the 350 cc segment, the RE Meteor also saw a YoY decline in exports by 24.65 percent to 1,009 units from 1,339 units shipped in Feb 2022 while MoM exports increased 59.40 percent over 633 units shipped in Jan 2023. Himalayan exports fell considerably to just 772 units in Feb 2023. This was a YoY and MoM decline of 62.29 percent and 21.46 percent over 2047 units and 983 units exported in Feb 2022 and Jan 2023 respectively. More

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    Glorious-Sounding Ford Mustang GT3 Race Car Could Be Coming in a Street Version

    Ford CEO Jim Farley posted a video to Twitter showing the company’s upcoming Mustang GT3 race car lapping at Sebring.This is the first we’ve seen (or heard) anything about the upcoming factory GT3 car since Ford announced it in September.Farley also tweeted a rhetorical question, hinting at a potential future roadgoing version of the GT3 racer. This content is imported from twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Wherever you are right now, stop. Now turn your volume as high as it will go and enjoy the beautiful soundtrack of a naturally aspirated V-8. Ford CEO Jim Farley took to Twitter today to show the company’s upcoming Mustang GT3 race car turning laps at Sebring, and the audio is glorious. This is the first we’ve seen (and, more important, heard) of the factory GT3 Mustang since Ford announced its plan to launch six new racing versions of the S650 Mustang back in September. The GT3 won’t officially debut until the 24 Hours of Daytona in 2024, but that isn’t stopping Ford from building hype now. Ford RacingThis version of the GT3 is being developed jointly by Ford Performance and Multimatic, and it will be powered by a revised version of the Coyote V-8 bored to 5.4 liters. The images show a Mustang that has undergone serious and necessary modifications to complete 24-hour races like Daytona and Le Mans. Huge fenders wrap around a set of meaty racing tires, while every visible piece of bodywork looks to be made from lightweight carbon fiber. The car has an extremely aggressive lip at the front, and a large diffuser at the rear. Visually, the real show stopper is the rear wing mounted not to the rear decklid, but instead to the rear pillars of the car. Ford made sure to remind us that the despite being a thoroughbred race car, the GT3 car shares DNA with the upcoming Mustang Dark Horse. Wes Dunkel, Ford PerformanceWes Dunkel, Ford PerformanceBut we already knew race cars looked and sounded great. The really interesting part came from Farley’s second tweet. The Ford CEO got back on Twitter an hour after he posted the clip of the GT3 and asked his followers if Ford should make a road version. Mr. Farley, I think we all agree. The answer is a resounding yes. Please send your first example to the Car and Driver office ASAP.This content is imported from twitter. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Associate News EditorJack Fitzgerald’s love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn’t afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. More

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    1998 Subaru Impreza 22B STi Is Today's Bring a Trailer Auction Pick

    Built as a double celebration of Subaru’s 40th anniversary and triple wins of the WRC manufacturer’s championship, the 22B is the ultimate STI.All the Subaru rally-racing goodies are here: a driver-adjustable all-wheel-drive system, wider bodywork, a huge rear wing, and World Rally Blue paint. The auction runs through March 28, with bidding already approaching $100K. Car and DriverIn 1998, Subaru turned 40 and gave itself pretty much the best birthday present ever. Subaru was riding high in its middle age, with three consecutive WRC manufacturer championships between 1995 and 1997. To celebrate, it announced what would become the most desirable car ever to wear the six-star Subaru badge: the rally-bred 22B. One of these late 1990s World Rally Blue beauties is now up for auction on Bring a Trailer—which, like Car and Driver, is part of Hearst Autos. Bring a TrailerThis 22B is #135 of the 400 examples sold in Japan (a further 25 were split between the U.K. and Australia). The car has been imported into the U.S. under “show and display” rules. Under show and display rules, a gray-market car like the Subaru 22B is limited to 2500 miles a year. Related StoriesThis generation of the WRX/STI never officially came to the U.S., and the closest we got on this side of the Pacific was the 2.5RS. Even those have increased in value of late, as Subaru enthusiasts seek out clean donor chassis to build tribute cars.Car and DriverWhen it comes to a real 22B, things are about as tasty as any gravel-spattered rally otaku could hope for. No Subaru STI has ever looked better, and at just over 2800 pounds, few have been lighter. The blister fenders house 235-series tires for maximum grip —Car and Driver managed 0.96 g on the skidpad in a 1999 test—while tucked under that functional hood scoop is a turbocharged and intercooled 2.2-liter flat-four engine with a redline of 7900 rpm. Water injectors are controlled by a dashboard switch. Subaru listed the 22B at the 280-hp rating common at the time, but it’s widely believed that the peak power figure was somewhere between 300 and 350 horsepower.Bring a TrailerThat power is doled out through an all-wheel-drive system with an adjustable center differential, making for all kinds of back-road pace or big, fun sliding. It’s the kind of driving experience that still echoes today in rally-inspired machinery like Toyota’s GR Corolla, or, yes, Subaru’s own WRX sedan. Pause here to pour out a gallon of vape fluid for the much-missed STI versionThis car has 186,000 kilometers (115,000 miles) on the odometer and has just completed a comprehensive engine-out service. Despite the six-figure mileage, bidding has already hit $90,000 with seven days to go.Bring a TrailerIf the thought of a six-figure Subaru is surprising, that number is only going to tick upward. The 22B is basically the Subaru equivalent of the Ferrari F40, an anniversary gift of a type that will likely never be seen again. Besides, can you drift your 401K on gravel, then take it home to wash the bugs off your side windows? In these uncertain times, when even blue-chip investments can falter, maybe it’s time to consider World Rally Blue–chip ones. No matter what happens in the financial markets, you can bank on the fact that a dirt-road blast in a 22B is sure to make you feel like Colin McRae.Car and driverCar and driver Lettermark logoContributing EditorBrendan McAleer is a freelance writer and photographer based in North Vancouver, B.C., Canada. He grew up splitting his knuckles on British automobiles, came of age in the golden era of Japanese sport-compact performance, and began writing about cars and people in 2008. His particular interest is the intersection between humanity and machinery, whether it is the racing career of Walter Cronkite or Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki’s half-century obsession with the Citroën 2CV. He has taught both of his young daughters how to shift a manual transmission and is grateful for the excuse they provide to be perpetually buying Hot Wheels. More

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    2024 Mini Clubman Marks the End but Celebrates the Past

    The 2024 Mini Cooper S Clubman Final Edition is a send-off to the brand’s funky station wagon.The Final Edition will be limited to 1969 examples, a reference to the first year of the original Clubman.The Cooper S Clubman Final Edition features special graphics and badging to differentiate it from regular variants. It comes as no surprise the Mini Cooper Clubman is headed for the big farm upstate. Sales have been in a downward spiral since they peaked in 2016, with the Clubman now the worst-selling vehicle Mini makes. Before officially bowing out, though, the Clubman is celebrating the past with the 2024 Mini Cooper S Clubman Final Edition. MiniThe Final Edition pays homage to its roots by limiting production numbers to 1969 units, a figure that representative the first year Mini introduced the Clubman nameplate. The special edition is only available with three exterior paint options: Nanuq White, Enigmatic Black, and Melting Silver. Its interior features a special Final Edition color scheme. Special graphics running along the hood and doors of the car are intended to accentuate the classic Mini shape of the Clubman. Unique copper-colored badging is also found outside and in, denoting the significance of the Final Edition. Inside the new Clubman, the Final Edition maintains an earthy tone, with dark brown leather bolstering and anthracite fabric inserts in the seats. The door sills along with the base of the steering wheel read “Final Edition.” The floor mats and dashboard feature a serialized badge (“1 of 1969,” for example) denoting the number of each specific car in the limited-production run. MiniMiniThe Final Edition is mechanically unchanged from the standard Mini Clubman, with the 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing a peppy 189 horsepower. Mini overlooked the Clubman when it added the manual back to the Cooper last year, so all Clubmans have a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive comes standard, while all-wheel is optional. After the 2024 model year, the Clubman will be put to rest, but the gap left in Mini’s lineup will be filled by a production version of the incoming fully electric Aceman SUV. The Clubman’s life was a bit rocky when it came to sales, but we’re always sad to see another wagon leave the U.S. market. So long, Mini Clubman, you will be missed. Reviews to Remember the Club’This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Associate News EditorJack Fitzgerald’s love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn’t afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. More

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    Chevy Camaro Axed after 2024, but a Successor Is in the Works

    The sixth-generation Chevrolet Camaro will go out of production in January 2024, the automaker announced today.For its final model year, Chevy will introduce a Collector’s Edition, although no details on the package have been revealed yet. Chevy says that the Camaro nameplate will live on and that a successor will be announced in the future.Chevrolet announced today that the sixth-generation Camaro will end production after the 2024 model year. The last examples of the muscle car are set to roll off the line at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in January of next year. While there is no direct successor waiting in the wings, Chevy promises that “this is not the end of Camaro’s story.” The sixth generation ran for nine years, selling a healthy 72,705 units in its first full year on sale in 2016. Yet it was never able to reach the heights of the fifth generation—which crested the 80,000-unit mark in five different years—and sales dwindled to just 24,652 vehicles in 2022.ChevroletA special Collector’s Edition will arrive for the Camaro’s final year, although Chevy has yet to provide details on what it includes. For now, we just have a shadowy teaser. The automaker did divulge that it will have “ties that date back to the development of the first generation Camaro in the 1960s” and referenced that Camaro’s original codename, Panther. The package will be fitted to the RS and SS models, as well as a limited number of the ZL1 variant. More on the CamaroWith the Dodge Challenger biting the dust after 2023, the Camaro’s demise leaves the Ford Mustang as the only remaining American muscle car. But Dodge is promising an electric competitor, inspired by the Charger Daytona SRT concept, and we expect that whatever Chevy cooks up to wear the Camaro nameplate next will include some form of electrification. The muscle car world is in for some major changes.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Associate News EditorCaleb Miller began blogging about cars at 13 years old, and he realized his dream of writing for a car magazine after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University and joining the Car and Driver team. He loves quirky and obscure autos, aiming to one day own something bizarre like a Nissan S-Cargo, and is an avid motorsports fan. More

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    Hero MotoCorp Price Hike Apr 2023 – Optimistic About Growth In Rural Markets

    Hero MotoCorp announces price revision for motorcycles and scooters with OBD2, wef April 1, 2023Image – Jilani HeroLeading two-wheeler manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp announced a price revision of some of its motorcycles and scooters from April 1, 2023. This revision is due to the cost increase associated with the mandatory transition to On-board diagnostics (OBD) 2, a more advanced diagnostic system for vehicles.OBD 2 is a more advanced diagnostic system for vehicles, which is mandatory for all new vehicles sold in India from April 1, 2023. Implementation of this system requires the use of additional inputs. This has increased the cost of production for the company.Hero MotoCorp commits to providing financing solutions for customersHero MotoCorp has committed to providing financing solutions to help ease the impact of the price hike on its customers. This commitment is expected to maintain customer loyalty and prevent the price hike from negatively impacting sales figures. While the price revision may be a short-term setback for consumers, implementation of OBD 2 is expected to have long-term benefits for vehicle health.But naturally, cost of production has increased due to the use of advanced technology and additional components required for OBD 2. Hero MotoCorp’s price revision is pegged at about 2 percent, and will vary by specific models and markets. Exact models affected and to what extent are not currently specified.Cost increase due to mandatory transition to On-board diagnostics 2 (OBD 2)Despite the price revision, Hero MotoCorp is optimistic about the growth prospects of the two-wheeler industry in rural markets. Rural markets in India have been witnessing robust demand, which is a strong indicator of healthy crops. This growth momentum is expected to continue into the upcoming festive season towards the latter half of the fiscal year.It is worth noting that the cost increase due to the OBD 2 transition is not unique to Hero MotoCorp. Other automobile manufacturers in India are also expected to revise their prices upwards due to the same reason. Rising commodity prices and increasing input costs continually impact vehicle price hikes.Price revision not expected to negatively impact sales figuresThis price revision is a necessary step to maintain profitability and sustain the growth of the two-wheeler industry. While the impact on customers may be modest, Hero MotoCorp’s focus on financing solutions and growth momentum in rural markets are positive markers. And are expected to mitigate any potential negative impact and sustain the growth of the two-wheeler industry. More