Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) India has reported that in the first half (April to September 2023) of the current financial year, it sold 2,356 units. That equates to a growth of 105 per cent compared to the same period from last year. Delving deeper reveals that the automaker sold a record number of cars in this fiscal year’s first and second quarters. In Q2, for example, it retailed 1,308 units – a 108 per cent increase YoY. Its Q1 performance was good too, registering a 102 per cent rise in sales.

In H1 FY24, the Defender was the bestselling model for JLR India, with 1,000 sales. As far as the JLR certified pre-owned business is concerned, it also grew by 83 per cent. JLR India says the H1 order book closed 90 per cent higher than the previous year. Range Rover, Ranger Rover Sport and the Defender account for 72 per cent of the total order book.

In case you’re wondering, RSA here is short for Roadside Assistance. It’s a service that comes in handy if something goes wrong with the vehicle while on the move. Audi India has announced that all cars sold from October 1, 2023, will have a complimentary RSA membership for 10 years. The membership includes 24×365 coverage, 100 per cent coverage in India, travel or accommodation facilities and provision of specially-designed towing platforms. The membership also offers on-site repairs and delivery of fuel and spare keys. Last but not least, Audi India will look after the vehicle’s custody, transportation, storage and safekeeping.

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Emirates Motor Company, the authorised dealer partner and distributor of Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, has reopened two thoroughly revamped outlets. The first is the Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) cars showroom at the Marina Mall. The touchpoint, spanning 2,450 sqm, has enough real estate to showcase 20 pre-owned Mercedes-Benz cars and SUVs. Apart from that, there’s a barista corner for refreshments and three customer consultation areas. Owners of Mercedes-Benz EVs can also make use of the two chargers installed at the outlet.

The second touchpoint is the Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Called Mussafah Service Centre, it covers an area of 2,500 sqm. One of the highlights of this facility is the new service lane that allows customers to drive directly inside the premises. The outlet also has six semi-private consultation areas, a barista corner, dedicated space for Mercedes-Benz Boutique, a spare parts sales counter, EV chargers, dedicated prayer rooms, six receiving bays with lifts, and 16 delivery bays.

Emirates Motor Company has also begun renovating the Al Ain Service Centre. It is scheduled to reopen next year.