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BS6 MG Hector launched: Why should you buy?

MG Motor India recently launched Hector's BS6 diesel version at a price between Rs 13.88 billion and Rs 17.73 billion (Delhi showroom). Hector is competitive in price and can compete with Tata Harrier, Jeep Compass and Hyundai Tucson. What are the benefits? Despite the update of BS6, the price of Hector has only increased by approximately Rs 45,000, which is lower than the expected figure. Cars in India Moreover, even the basic version has keyless entry, omnidirectional disc brakes, ESP, traction control, and hill-hold control. The top-grade interior is equipped with connected car technology, panoramic sunroof, six airbags, automatic air conditioning, 360-degree camera, front parking sensor, electrically adjustable front seats and more. What's wrong? Now, although the MG Hector is well packaged, the diesel version is only equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. Customers who are willing to purchase automatic diesel vehicles must check Tata Harrier or Jeep Co...

MG Motor India rolls out first SUV from Halol facility

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MG Motor India said on Monday that the company launched the first Indian Hector SUV car at its Gujarat plant in Halol. Officially released data shows that this is MG's first automobile SUV in India. After testing 1 million kilometres under various roads and climatic conditions across India, it has been put into commercial production. The company will start selling SUVs in the next few weeks. Rajeev Chaba, President and Managing Director of MG Motor India , said: "We are honoured to launch India's first feature-rich Internet car MG Hector from our new assembly line in Gujarat." The company has invested Rs 22 crore in manufacturing plants in the area vacated by General Motors. The company built new assembly lines, stamping workshops, body workshops, parts distribution centres, test tracks and training facilities within 18 months. The annual production capacity of the Halol plant is 80,000 units.

MG Hector's bookings cross 50,000 units in 8 months

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MG Motor India said that within eight months of its launch, its SUV Hector has booked more than 50,000 vehicles. Since entering the Indian auto market last year, MG Auto has sold nearly 20,000 Hector. Gaurav Gupta, Chief Commercial Officer of MG Motor India, said: "Hector received orders for more than 50,000 vehicles within eight months of its launch in the Indian market and continues to maintain strong growth momentum." The British automaker added that the company also plans to launch a six-seater version of its Upcoming SUV cars later in 2020. Gupta said: "We plan to launch the Hector Plus 6-seat home version in the third quarter of 2020 (third quarter of 2020). Our goal is to further strengthen the Hector brand in India." The company will also launch Diwali's MG Gloster this year. Gupta further added that the company continues to accelerate its development momentum by opening new brand outlets near potential customers near Tier-I and Tier-II cities. MG...

MG Motor in Talks with Medical Device Manufacturers to Manufacture Ventilators

MG Motor India is in discussions with medical device manufacturers to produce ventilators at its plant in Halol to help address demand during the coronovirus (Kovid-19) epidemic. The company said it is in discussions with GE and some other companies for ventilator production. The company has also launched an affordable ventilator design challenge to serve patients affected by Kovid-19. The best ventilator design concept, after evaluation by a team of medical experts, asked the company to pay Rs. A grant of 10 lakhs will be received. Additionally, MG Motor will provide production support for the proposed ventilator prototype at its Halol facility for quick market deployment. The prototype is expected to be ready within a week. If the prototype receives regulatory approval, the company plans to begin manufacturing its own ventilator. However, this may require more time as it involves regulatory approval. The company is also planning to start a separate unit for ventilato...

MG Launches Latest Business Contract Hire Offers

Offers for business buyers include a fully electric MG ZS EV , available for business contract rental through MG Motor Financial Services. It costs a 6 x 35 payment profile from £ 6 + VAT for the Excite version, while also benefiting from the new 0% Benefit-in-Kid rating on electric vehicles. Offers include MG 3 Excite Hatchback, £ 149 + VAT per month, MG ZS Exclusive Petrol Compact SUV £ 168 + VAT per month and MG HS Excite SUV £ 209 + VAT. With a profit of up to 0% on fully electric cars from April 2020, a business contract from just £ 245 + VAT for the MG ZS EV Excite Edition is going to be extremely popular with higher monthly payments. MG is also targeting retail and opt-out drivers in its three main models: MG3, ZS and MG HS with a 0% APR PCP finance package. The newly launched MG3 Exclusive NAV variant for the £ 500 Finance Deposit Allowance (FDA) provided by MG is now available from £ 159 per month, while the MG ZS Petrol SUV is on offer from £ 169 per month in Excite fo...

MG HECTOR SUV: You Think You Know The Top Five Things

MG Motor India is set to launch its first SUV in India, the Hector, which will basically make its debut in the country. MG Motor is a subsidiary of Shanghai-based SAIC-owned SAIC Motor UK. They are the largest importers of Chinese-made cars in the United Kingdom. His international portfolio includes popular cars such as the ZS, HS SUV and MG3. As per their India plans, MG Hector will enter the competitive SUV space, which is seen by many domestic and international automobile manufacturers. MG Motor India also announced that their second product in India will be an all-electric SUV based on the medium-sized MG ZS. This one will be launched in 2020. However, so far it is the MG Hector SUV that attracts all our attention as it will be launched in India in mid-2019. Here are the top five facts you should know. Yes, that’s right. The MG Hector SUV will be based on the China-spec Baojun 530. However, it has been confirmed that the MG motor version will be re-engineered to ensure t...

MG Motor India: Supply Resumes from China But Faces Hurdles from Italy

SAIC-owned MG Motor India said supply of components has resumed from China, but the company is facing disruption in sourcing parts from Europe due to a coronovirus outbreak in the continent. However, the company has not yet revised production, sales and investment plans for the calendar year 2020. “Our supplies and production were affected in February due to an outbreak of coronavirus in China. In March, the situation started improving ... now we are more worried .. MG Motor India sources some auto parts and engines for diesel vehicles from Italy. The company has order pending orders of 16000 units of SUV Hector and 2000 units of MG ZS EV. The company has sold more than 20,000 units of SUV Hector between July 2019 and February 2020. MG Motor India plans to invest Rs 2500 crore over two years to achieve an annual sales target of 100,000 units by 2021. The resources will be used to expand production capacity at its manufacturing unit in Halol, Gujarat. The company plans to lau...

Coronavirus virus epidemic: MG Motor supplies 100 ZS EVs to the National Health Service in the UK

MG Motor UK has announced that it will supply 100 ZS EV SUVs to the National Health Service (NHS) to assist in relief operations against the coronovirus epidemic. The cars will be supplied free of cost by MG's dealer network across the country for six months. The automaker said it has already supplied six ZS EVs to the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Trusts out of the 100 promised. The company says lower running costs on electric cars will help with NHS members' relief efforts. Daniel Gregoryl, MG Motor UK's head of sales and marketing, said, "As a proud British brand, MG is more than just a car manufacturer. With our dealer network, we want to help us come through the country Are. Indefinite times. By providing 100 electric cars to our NHS heroes, we hope that we will help keep healthcare running as much as possible. So that many people can get the support they need. Our way of saying this is also thanks to those selfless people. Let us work so hard to keep eve...

Coronavirus epidemic: MG Motor India Donated 2 crore for Medical Aid

MG Motor India has promised to donate 2 crore ed to fight the worldwide chaos causing coronavirus epidemic. The company is contributing ₹ 1 crore to government hospitals, health institutions, while employees of MG India will also contribute ₹ 1 crore. The idea is to help hospitals and health institutions in Gurugram and Vadodara fight COVID-19 and to ensure the well being of underprivileged sections of society as well as medical staff and health workers. Contributions include gloves, masks, ventilators, medicines and beds etc. which depend on the special need of specific government hospitals and health institutions providing medical assistance in Gurugram and Halol (Vadodara). MG also announced its 'Disinfect and Deliver' initiative, which will ensure car delivery and test drives at home to customers under a thorough hygiene process. In addition, employees at the dealership are taking all necessary steps to ensure that the service workshop and showroom are completely clean...

Launch Details Out of MG Hector Plus India

MG Motor India has had a good share of success with its first SUV in India - the Hector. The company has already crossed the 50,000 booking mark for Hector with the launch of its second car - ZS EV in the country. It is clear that MG Motor India is betting big on the SUV segment for its growth. At the Auto Expo 2020, MG Motor India made it clear that the SUV remains the prime target of its growth in the country. It showcased Hector Plus which would provide more seating capacity on the inside. The Hector Plus will only be offered in both 6- and 7-seater cabin layouts, with captain seats in the second row. The 6-seater car was showcased at the Auto Expo 2020 and the company says the 7-seater version will only be shown at launch. MG Motor India will launch Hector Plus in the second half of 2020. MG Hector Plus comes with updated exterior styling, especially a new face with less chrome element giving it a much classier look. The company launched the Hector SUV in the country in ...

Auto Expo Excellence Awards 2020 | MG Motor India

We have made it a tradition to give the very best recognition at the Auto Expo at Team Karandbike. The Carandbike Auto Expo Excellence Award went to MGR India for the best four-wheel pavilion at the 2020 Auto Expo. Originally a British brand, MG Motor India employed a British themed pavilion, which not only had parts but was also beautifully planned. MG Motor India showcased cars that showcased its rich British heritage, starting with the gorgeous MG A and ending with one of the best concept cars at the Expo, the MG Vision. The MG Motor Pavilion was a real visual enjoyment and a unique legend in the history of Morris Garage. The MG Motor India Pavilion had quintessential British feel, with brick walls, London-esque set design and distinctive British touches such as black benches, red colored telephone booths and an 'MG Cafe'. With the design, the fact that MG Motor divided its pavilion into eight zones that included a special EV zone was a well-planned affair. The MG M...

MG Motor India sells 158 units of the ZS EV; Booking Breach 3000 Mark

MG Motor India announced that it has sold 158 units of its electric SUV- ZS EV in the country. The ZS EV was launched at an introductory price of ₹ 20.88 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) and has so far received 3,000 bookings. The MG ZS EV is the second model for the carmaker in India after the Hector SUV and will be assembled locally at the Halol plant in Gujarat with Hector. Initially, the ZS EV has been launched in five cities - Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru and Hyderabad and will later make its way to other cities as the charging infrastructure develops. MG Motor India Sales - Director, Rakesh Sidana said, "The MG ZS EV has received excellent response in its first month, with over 150 units already delivered to our customers. Our customers are pleased with our overall EV approach , Which includes. Setting up a home or office charger before you get your vehicle. We need to pursue the month-to-month cause of EVs. Attention will continue to focus and your customers happy...

Car sales March 2020: MG Motor Bucks Lockdown with Sales Growth in February

MG Motor India sold a total of 1,518 units in March 2020, an increase of 10.32 percent compared to the February 2020 sales figures. These include 116 units of MG ZS EV and 1,402 units of MG Hector . In comparison, the company sold a total of 1,376 units for the ZS electric SUV in February 2020, with 158 units and MG Hector 1,218 units. But the point to note here is that the company was affected by the delay and stagnation in the supply of components thanks to the global spread of the coronavirus virus, which peaked in China in February. Just to keep things in mind, MG Motor India sold 3,130 units in January 2020. No doubt, if the company had not given any more numbers for the lockdown, then it would have been implemented across the country on 23 March to stop the spread of coronavirus. . Commenting on the sales performance during the month, Rajiv Chaba, Chairman and Managing Director, MG Motor India, said, "Both MG Hector and MG ZS EV have made an impression in the Indian c...

MG Motor India launches ZS EV for Rs 20.88 lakhs

The MG ZS EV is available in two variants - Excite and Exclusive - and, for now, is offered in five Indian cities including Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Ahmedabad. Prices are applicable only for these cities. In true MG fashion, both variants of the SUV are decently equipped. The base Excite trim level (priced at Rs 20.88 lakh) comes with LED DRLs, 17-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry / go, 8-inch touchscreen, tire pressure monitoring system and automatic projector headlamps with electronic parking brake. The top-end exclusive trim (priced at Rs 23.58 lakh) includes a leather seat, power adjustable driver's seat, PM2.5 filter in the cabin, panoramic sunroof and rain sensing wipers. Standard safety kits include six airbags, ABS, ESC, hill-start assist, hill-descent control and rear parking camera and sensors. The five-seat SUV is powered by a single-speed automatic transmission with a permanent magnet synchronous motor pushing 143hp and 353Nm torque to the front...

MG Motor India Sells 1,518 units in March.

MG Motor India today announced that it has seen total retail sales of 1,518 units in March 2020. This includes 116 units of his ZS EV, and 1,402 units of Hector. According to Autocar Professional's sales estimates, it sold Hector's total sales in FY15 since July 2019, an average of 2,408 units. The ZS EV has sold a total of 274 units since its launch on 23 January 2020. It takes MG Motor India 's FY2020 cumulative sales to 21,954 units. Commenting on the sales performance for March 2020, Rajiv Chaba, Chairman and Managing Director, MG Motor India said, “Both Hector and ZS EV have made their mark in the Indian car market. Despite supply chain disruptions globally, MG Motor continues to serve its customers. In February, our sales were affected due to the dissolution, while the situation improved during March before the lockdown was announced, resulting in the closure of our manufacturing plant. " “Our current focus is on the health and well-being of our employees ...

Coronavirus: MG Motors Throw Open Affordable Ventilator Challenge

Automobile manufacturers are leading the way in coming up with innovative solutions to fight the coronavirus epidemic. Recently, MG Motor India announced the assistance of Motor 2 crore to fight disease near its facilities in Gujarat and Gurugram. Now the company has started a unique challenge which will help in making ventilators in quick time which are also affordable. The Affordable Ventilator Challenge is a part of the company's developer program and the grant will help patients who are infected with the deadly coronavirus. Once the prototypes are ready they will be evaluated by a team of medical experts for their efficiency. MG Motor India will provide the 1 million best ventilator design concept. In addition, the carmaker will also provide production support for the proposed ventilator prototype at its manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat. Keeping in mind the critical requirement for the rapid deployment of affordable ventilators, the last date for submission of app...

MG Motor India to launch electric SUV in 2020

British car brand MG Motor announced that its second product for the Indian market will be pure electric vehicles and will be put into commercial operation in the first half of 2020. Yang Yang, SAIC's executive director of international business, said: "MG will launch a pure electric SUV in India. Pure latest electric cars will be a breakthrough chapter in the Indian electric vehicle field and one of the similar products on the market." President of SAIC International. SAIC owns MG Motor. After Hyundai Motor, India's second-largest passenger car manufacturer is preparing to retail Kona electric SUVs in the second half of 2019, MG Motors' electric off-road vehicle (SUV) may be the second of its kind. The automotive market leader Maruti Suzuki will also launch its first electric vehicle in 2020. MG Motor's first Indian car will be launched from the Halol plant in Gujarat in the second quarter of next year. Considering that the company promises 80% localiza...

MG Hector Company High Demand in Indian Market

He said bookings could only be resumed after the company announced that it would begin a second shift at the manufacturing plant starting in November, hiring employees at the plant and promising to expand production. "MG MG India only wants to come up with so many things it can handle, not things that are unacceptable in 3 to 6 months," Gupta said. "As of September, we have delivered more than 6,000 cars, and we aim to reach higher numbers this month. 1,508 cars were delivered in July and a little over 2,000 were delivered in August. Last month, we sold 2608 cars. Latest SUV Cars We are increasing the number every month, "he said. The automaker currently has a network of 120 centres in India and aims to increase the total to 250 centres by the end of this year. Gupta said that with the completion of a 4,000-square-foot showroom, MG Motor India now has a total of seven centres in Mumbai and plans to expand its number to 11 by March next year. After the governmen...