Auto news recap, August 8: Key milestone for Kia India, Alto K10 units recalled
- Here is your quick check on the most significant developments from the world of automobiles.
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Kia India surpasses 1 million sales mark in country
Kia India announced it has sold over 1 million vehicles (10 lakh) since making its debut in 2019. While Kia Seltos still contributes the most to the company's India sales, the performance of Sonet and Carens has been solid as well. Kia is now looking at upping its production capacity from its plant in Andhra Pradesh to 400,000 per annum in FY25.
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Maruti Suzuki issues recall order for Alto K10 units
Do you drive an Alto K10? Your pocket dynamite may be part of a recall order issued by Maruti Suzuki to check a potential fault in the car's gearbox. The country's largest carmaker has advised owners of around 2,500 to avoid driving their cars till these are inspected for the possible fault.
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Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 43 Coupe launched in India
Mercedes-Benz India has launched the new-generation GLC 43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC luxury SUV in the country priced at ₹1.10 crore (ex-showroom, India). The new-gen Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe 4MATIC arrives in an all-new avatar, following the launch of the new-gen GLC SUV in 2023.
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Ola Electric e-bike teased yet again
Ola Electric has been making some very big promises with its electric motorcycle and the company once again teased the product through its social media channels. The e-bike will be unveiled at an event in Bengaluru on August 15.
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BMW to recall over 1 lakh cars in the US
BMW has issued a recall order in the US that covers around 1 lakh crossover and sedan models. As per the country's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the German luxury brand will issue a software update to fix concerns related to a starter motor that can overheat.
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