Autocar India

Benelli-Mahavir Group tie-up to be made official on August 6

Mahavir Group to replace DSK as the Italian bike maker's Indian affiliate; the Hyderabad-based company may import, assemble and distribute Benelli bikes.
1 min read3 Aug '18
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The Mahavir Group is all set to bring Benelli back to life in India on August 6, 2018. If you've been out of the loop, Benelli’s previous partnership with DSK came to an end due to financial issues with the Indian partner. The Mahavir group has already been affiliated with Benelli, as they were its official dealers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

So what is the Mahavir Group? A visit to its website reveals the claim that it is the largest two and four-wheeler dealer in Hyderabad and Vijayawada. The group owns dealerships of Mercedes-Benz, Isuzu, Skoda, Benelli, Suzuki Motorcycle and Indian Motorcycles in Hyderabad and Vijayawada. Going forward, Mahavir is expected to import, assemble and distribute Benelli motorcycles in India.

We expect the Mahavir Group to set up an assembly plant in Hyderabad, as they are based out of there. We will hear official plans from the tie-up in a couple of days, including their plans on brand growth and future models. Stay tuned for more on the future of Benelli in India.

Vimal Sumbly resigns from Triumph India

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Ducati to celebrate Independence Day with group ride

Participants will raise money to support better education for underprivileged children.
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The Japanese two-wheeler giant might also develop an affordable India-specific motorcycle in the future.
2 min read2 Aug '18
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Ducati Scrambler 1100 to be priced from Rs 11.50 lakh

Dealers have begun accepting bookings; launch in September 2018.
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