News for 'Honda Cars'

It's Pouring Car Discounts!

It's Pouring Car Discounts!

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

For hatchbacks and sedans, offers range between Rs 40,000 and Rs 80,000 while SUVs and multi-purpose vehicles carry benefits exceeding Rs 1 lakh.

Woman dies after drunk cop hits e-rickshaw, runs over her

Woman dies after drunk cop hits e-rickshaw, runs over her

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

A 24-year-old woman was killed in Ambala after being hit by a car allegedly driven by a police head constable. The incident occurred near Kali Paltan Bridge, and the driver has been apprehended.

New F1 Rules Spark Uncertainty Ahead of Australian GP

New F1 Rules Spark Uncertainty Ahead of Australian GP

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Formula One's 2026 season opens at the Australian Grand Prix with sweeping chassis and power unit changes, new overtake modes and sustainable fuel ushering in a bold but uncertain new era.

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Formula One enters a new era. Here's what you need to know

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

New cars, new engines, change in qualifying, one rookie are among the many updates from the 2026 F1 season.

Honda plans setting up car manufacturing plant in Gujarat

Honda plans setting up car manufacturing plant in Gujarat

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Honda Cars India approached the Gujarat government with a proposal to set up a car manufacturing plant in the state.

Roma takes Dakar lead as Ford goes one-two

Roma takes Dakar lead as Ford goes one-two

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

The 410km stage from Wadi Ad Dawasir to the overnight bivouac, first half of a marathon stage, was won by 21-year-old Polish non-factory Toyota driver Eryk Goczal.

CAFE-III: 'Gas guzzler' makers setting a 'wrong narrative', says Maruti

CAFE-III: 'Gas guzzler' makers setting a 'wrong narrative', says Maruti

Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

Companies with "gas guzzlers" are trying to set up the wrong narrative against small cars getting relaxation in the proposed corporate average fuel efficiency (CAFE-III) norms on the basis of weight, Maruti Suzuki senior executive officer corporate affairs Rahul Bharti said on Monday, bringing to the fore deep division among carmakers regarding the upcoming rules.

How Honda hit the sweet spot in India

How Honda hit the sweet spot in India

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

Honda cars has strengthend market share in India in the past five years.

Honda to hike car prices by up to Rs 6,000

Honda to hike car prices by up to Rs 6,000

Rediff.com23 Mar 2016

Honda Car India is planning to increase prices of its vehicles by up to Rs 6,000 from April to offset the impact of adverse exchange rate that has resulted in higher input costs.

Will these 7 Honda City cars ever come to India?

Will these 7 Honda City cars ever come to India?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2016

The Honda City is an iconic brand for the Japanese carmaker

Honda Brio automatic @ Rs 5.74 lakh

Honda Brio automatic @ Rs 5.74 lakh

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

The company also introduced a new variant of the manual transmission version, priced at Rs 426,000.

Cars to cost more from January

Cars to cost more from January

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Prices of various car models -- ranging from entry-level hatchbacks to high-end luxury offerings -- are set to rise as automakers have announced price hikes with effect from January. Carmakers cite an increase in input costs and operational expenses as the main reason to implement price increases from the next month. Industry experts, however, note that the exercise is also undertaken by automakers every year in December to shore up sales volume in the last month of the year, as customers postpone buyouts to later months to get the new year manufactured units.

Honda sees sales increase 87% in November

Honda sees sales increase 87% in November

Rediff.com1 Dec 2012

It sold 1,218 units of its flagship City and 2,199 units of its small car Brio.

Honda recalls 1.9 lakh cars in India

Honda recalls 1.9 lakh cars in India

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Millions of vehicles have been recalled across the globe due to defective safety airbag manufactured by Japan's Takata Corp.

New Honda City @ Rs 7.63 lakh

New Honda City @ Rs 7.63 lakh

Rediff.com22 Jan 2016

Honda has also introduced new gear for child seats.

Auto firms align dispatches with retail demand amid stock pileup

Auto firms align dispatches with retail demand amid stock pileup

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

Manufacturers of passenger vehicles (PVs) in the first half of the calendar year (2025) reported a modest 0.5 per cent year-on-year increase in wholesale dispatches, while retail sales grew 2.5 per cent for the same period, reflecting a calibrated approach by automakers amid elevated dealership inventories and cautious consumer sentiment. According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam), dispatches rose marginally to 2.16 million units, up from 2.15 million units a year earlier.

Not decided yet on introducing a smaller car than Brio: Honda

Not decided yet on introducing a smaller car than Brio: Honda

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

Honda aims to sell 3 lakh units by 2017 from 1.34 lakh units achieved in 2013-14.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Three India-Origin Persons Killed in Canada Amidst Hate Crime Fears

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Three individuals of Indian origin have been killed in Canada in separate incidents, raising concerns about potential hate crimes and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities.

Here comes Honda's powerful 7-seater BR-V!

Here comes Honda's powerful 7-seater BR-V!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

Honda BR-V will be launched in India this year.

Honda outshines Maruti with Amaze bookings

Honda outshines Maruti with Amaze bookings

Rediff.com3 May 2013

The Amaze, Honda's first diesel car in India, has seen several buyers line up for test drives and dealers struggling to meet increasing demand.

Relaunched Honda Amaze looks like a brand new car

Relaunched Honda Amaze looks like a brand new car

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

It's a zippy, well-engineered ride that offers comfort, quality, low cost of ownership and fuel efficiency at affordable prices, says Pavan Lall.

Honda to hike prices of Brio, Jazz, City

Honda to hike prices of Brio, Jazz, City

Rediff.com24 Sep 2012

The revised prices will be effective from October 1, 2012.

Honda exploring options for MPV foray

Honda exploring options for MPV foray

Rediff.com15 Apr 2013

Honda is mulling a seven-seater multi-purpose vehicle. At the moment, the car maker is studying the market.

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

An exclusive sporty version -- RS diesel variant -- is priced at Rs 11.39,000 (ex-showroom Chennai).

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

An exclusive sporty version -- RS diesel variant -- is priced at Rs 11.39,000 (ex-showroom Chennai).

How will India's auto industry perform in 2026?

How will India's auto industry perform in 2026?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2025

After a record-breaking year, India's automobile industry is entering 2026 on a relatively strong footing, with sales growth expected in the 6-8 per cent range. The outlook is underpinned by policy support, including GST rationalisation, easing monetary conditions, and income tax relief, which together are likely to improve affordability and sustain consumer demand across vehicle segments.

Foreign-based gangster among 4 booked in AAP leader's murder case

Foreign-based gangster among 4 booked in AAP leader's murder case

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Police have booked a foreign-based gangster and an accomplice in connection with the murder of AAP leader Lucky Oberoi in Jalandhar, suspecting personal enmity as the motive.

How Honda plans to make its dealers rich!

How Honda plans to make its dealers rich!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

Company to help dealers build secondary income sources like insurance, finance, after-sales, accessories

Dakar Rally: Variawa wins eighth stage

Dakar Rally: Variawa wins eighth stage

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

Al-Attiyah retains overall lead; Sixth-placed Sebastien Loeb, the nine-times world rally champion driving for Dacia, remained in contention and was within 17 minutes of his leading teammate.

Honda unveils City e:HEV sedan; launch next month

Honda unveils City e:HEV sedan; launch next month

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

Japanese auto major Honda Cars on Thursday unveiled its new offering for the Indian market -- City e:HEV sedan, marking its foray into the mainstream strong hybrid electric vehicle segment in the country. The company, which is present in India through a wholly-owned subsidiary, has commenced the bookings of the model and plans to introduce it in the market next month. As per the company, the model, an extension of its City model range, would feature self-charging two-motor strong hybrid system connected to a 1.5 litre petrol engine, entailing a peak power of 126 PS and fuel efficiency of 26.5 km per litre.

Honda unveils anniversary edition Amaze to take on Xcent

Honda unveils anniversary edition Amaze to take on Xcent

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Honda Cars India has launched the special edition of its compact sedan Amaze to mark the first anniversary of the car in the Indian market.

How Honda plans to topple Mahindra from No. 3 slot

How Honda plans to topple Mahindra from No. 3 slot

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

It has lined up formidable product line.

It's Raining Discounts On Cars!

It's Raining Discounts On Cars!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'We are seeing one of the highest discounts in recent years across companies.' 'October is a crucial month with several festivals coming up.'

Volkswagen loses ground as Honda steps in

Volkswagen loses ground as Honda steps in

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

For 2012-13, while Volkswagen's sales in India declined 16 per cent Honda Cars India sales rose 35 per cent.

Domino's, Honda join other MNCs, apologise over Kashmir posts

Domino's, Honda join other MNCs, apologise over Kashmir posts

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

These companies join the likes of other global firms Hyundai, Suzuki, Toyota, KFC, and Pizza Hut which have also apologised for social media posts by their business associates in Pakistan supporting Kashmir Solidarity Day following backlash in India and call for boycott of their products.

New Honda City takes you back to the future!

New Honda City takes you back to the future!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

When a manufacturer launches the fifth generation of a product, it is given that earlier avatars hit the mark. Ditto for the new Honda City, the latest version of which also brings in sweeping changes to the carmaker's product strategy for the Indian market, says Pavan Lall.

Auto majors' offer: Scrap old cars, get 3% discount on new

Auto majors' offer: Scrap old cars, get 3% discount on new

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

Ahead of the festive season, several passenger and commercial vehicle manufacturers have agreed to offer discounts of 1.5-3 per cent on new vehicle purchase against scrapped old vehicles after a meeting with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, an official statement said on Tuesday. The statement further said Mercedes Benz India has offered a flat discount of Rs 25,000, which will be over and above all existing discounts. Union Road Transport and Highways (RT&H) Minister Nitin Gadkari on Tuesday chaired a meeting with the SIAM delegation at Bharat Mandapam, where he addressed pressing issues in the automobile industry.

New Honda City diesel is a hit, beats Hyundai Verna

New Honda City diesel is a hit, beats Hyundai Verna

Rediff.com24 Mar 2014

Honda's segment-first features and a competitively-priced diesel engine could help it reclaim its crown.

How Honda is preparing for a revamp

How Honda is preparing for a revamp

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

With an all-diesel line in India, it is desperate to bring the small capacity diesel engine it has developed independently, by the parent company.