MG Motor Shores Up India Game Plan

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MG Motor salutes frontline workers in India with a new song – Video

This new MG Motor song is a message of hope for a new tomorrow when India will once again reign supreme after overcoming this deadly virus. MG India has also tied up with Big FM as Radio Partners for the release of the song and amplification. Watch the video song below.

Dr Rahat Indori, who is the man behind the lyrics of this song, states that he wanted to communicate hope and a message that we could all get through these hard times. The film has been produced by Happy Making Films, a Delhi-based production house and the footage seen in the video is shot at the homes of the employees and by the employees and their families.

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MG Motor Begins Car Subscription Program With Myles

A partnership that was announced in 2019 has finally taken shape as the country gets ready to adjust to the new normal amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Myles, a self-driven car rental company has added the MG Hector as one of the cars it offers to customers on subscription basis. In the era of social distancing this may well turn out a practical way of owning personal set of wheels especially for those who do not want to invest a huge sum of money in buying a new car.

The car is available for subscription both for individuals as well as corporates.

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MG Motor India Begins Production Of Hector Plus SUV In India

MG Motor India has commenced the commercial production of the Hector Plus in India. We already knew that the company will manufacture the Hector Plus at its Halol plant, and we exclusively told you that the SUV will be launched in India in July this year. MG Motor India showcased the Hector Plus at the Auto Expo 2020 and it was just last week that we gave you a glimpse of the new colour that it will offered in. In fact the 'Starry Sky Blue' colour that the Hector Plus was spotted in, is exclusive to the model and it was then that we gave you details about the launch as well. The car was to be launched earlier, but has been delayed due to the ongoing covid-19 crisis.

The MG Hector Plus will also be a connected car as it will come with Over the Air (OTA) technology, allowing customers to update software/firmware, feature themes, and infotainment content seamlessly. The Hector Plus will be the company's third SUV in the country and will sit above the 5-seater Hector. While the 5-seater is priced between ₹ 12.74 lakh to ₹ 17.73 lakh, we expect the Hector Plus to cost a little more than that.

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MG and IIMPACT drive girl child education with e-learning centers during the New Normal​

Gurugram, July 21, 2020:

In a bid to prepare underprivileged girls for the ‘New Normal’, MG Motor India has now launched an e-learning initiative called ‘IIMPACT- ech Studio: e-Siksha, Ek Nayi Disha’ with IIMPACT – an NGO for Girl Child Education. As part of the initiative, the automaker will deploy e-learning solutions across 15 IIMPACT Learning Centres (LCs) in 5 cities.

MG and IIMPACT have an active partnership for the education of socially and economically marginalized girls since the automaker’s launch in India. So far, MG has supported IIMPACT’s 50 learning centres across the country. Both MG and IIMPACT are now converting 15 of these centers into e-learning centers beginning with 5 cities. The automaker is simultaneously driving the tech enablement of IMPACT HQ’s Training & Professional Development Department. It will empower an additional 1800+ IIMPACT LCs across 11 states through a cascading approach. The primary focus of the initiative is on the quality content dissemination for students and the teachers. It will further supplement the program with the professional development of the teachers, thereby aptly addressing the education needs of the rural girls.

A share from each MG HECTOR and MG HECTOR PLUS sold directly contributes to this initiative/girl child education. MG had previously conducted a similar program and supported the education of more than 60,000 girls in India.

Speaking on the initiative, Rajeev Chaba, President & Managing Director, MG Motor India, said, “The New Normal has created an enormous need gap within education. Today, students all across the country are learning via the ‘study from home’ model. However, it is not possible for social and economically marginalized students due to the lack of digital devices at their disposal. At MG, we strongly believe in giving back to the society and creating a level-playing field for everyone. So, with IIMPACT, our vision is to address this need gap to the very extent possible. We perhaps wish to give our out-of-school girls something more than education. With this initiative, we intend to give them wings.”

Shubhangi Sharma, Executive Director, IIMPACT, said “The partnership is aimed at imparting quality education to girls between the ages of 6 years to 14 years. It will support the education needs of out-of-school, irregular, or dropped-out girls dwelling within these regions. MG Motor will use technology as an enabler to develop content, create and disseminate Teaching Learning Materials (TLMs), and impart training that would directly impact the quality of education provided at these centres. This will be accompanied by tech interventions at a central level to enhance the child’s attendance, participation, and retention.”

A cascading approach will be followed in the program which will train 200 mentor teachers via a blended-training methodology. They will then train 1,800 teachers, thereby benefitting a corresponding number of students.

MG Motor India considers ‘community’, ‘diversity’, ‘innovation’, and ‘environment’ as important stakeholders in its business and has undertaken many initiatives under MG SEWA and Sustainability.

About MG SEWA

MG SEWA is an umbrella platform to serve immediate communities with whom the company interacts, especially in Vadodara, Halol, and Gurgaon. Under the Program, the carmaker started supporting the education of girl students in 2019, and more than 60,000 girls have benefitted from it so far. Other initiatives under MG SEWA include skilling unemployed women to make masks, educating 100 teachers and more than 4 Lakh children on road safety in Gurgaon, and sanitising 4,000 police cars. Furthermore, MG has also facilitated enhanced production of ventilators by providing technological and infrastructure support to an MSME player, Max Ventilator, at Vadodara. The production has been ramped up to 4 times in the last 2 months. Recently, the carmaker provided more than 100 Hector cars to frontline workers and donated Hector Ambulances as part of the same.The company has been at the forefront to ensure that migrant labourers received food during the nationwide lockdown. More information can be found at MG Sewa | MG Motor India.


About MG Motor India

Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand. MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic and innovative brand over the last 96 years. MG Motor India has its car manufacturing plant at Halol in Gujarat.

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MG Reassure: Certified Used Car Division

MG Motor India has introduced a certified used car division named “MG Reassure”. This includes 160+ quality checks as well as 3-Years / Unlimited Kms Warranty, 3 Years Roadside Assistance and 3 Free Services.​

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In continuation to strengthen MG customer’s trust and ownership experience, MG Motor India has launched its Certified Pre-Loved Car Vertical, ‘MG Reassure’, in India. MG Reassure aims to provide quick and the best residual value for MG cars to MG customers across its dealerships. The pre-loved vehicles will be assessed through 160+ quality checks to ensure the leading inspection standards and conduct all necessary repairs before their resale.

As part of its continued effort to leverage technology, MG will undertake a methodical evaluation for the pricing of the used vehicles. MG owners can also sell their MG cars without any obligation to exchange them for a new MG vehicle.

Speaking on the launch of MG ReAssure, Gaurav Gupta, Chief Commercial Officer, MG Motor India said, “Through MG Reassure program, we want to create a platform extending Transparency, Speed, Peace of Mind, and Assurance of the Best Resale Value of MG cars to our customers across India. This program also offers a unique opportunity to other patrons for purchasing quality pre-loved MG cars from our Reassure centers. The initiative will enhance customer retention and empower our patrons to stay within the MG Family while enjoying flexible ownership.”

MG vehicles already maintain one of the best resale values within the industry. According to top car valuation engines, MG Hector’s resale value is dominating the segment. Based on industry reports, the current residual value of MG Hector after a year of use is in the range of 95-100%. This in itself is a benchmark and has been made possible because of the customer-oriented approach of MG and various industry-first initiatives aimed at bringing customer satisfaction.

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MG Motor India plans Rs 1,000 crore investment to boost capacity and increase localisation levels

MG Motor India, a subsidiary of Chinese automaker SAIC Motors, plans to invest Rs 1,000 crore in the country in the next one year to boost capacity at its Gujarat facility and increase localisation levels in its products.

“We will invest an additional Rs 1,000 crore between now and September 2021. Some of this will be used to increase capacity at our existing facility in Halol (Gujarat),” said company president Rajeev Chaba. “The remaining resources will be utilised to value-add to our operations in India through localisation of high-end components, tooling at our vendors, electric vehicle battery localisation and the launch of SUV Gloster.”

MG Motor India has already invested Rs 3,000 crore in the country.

The Gujarat unit’s annual production capacity is 75,000-80,000 vehicles, which will now be increased to 100,000. Due-diligence is on for setting up a second manufacturing unit in the country, said Chaba, who is also the managing director.

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Morris Garages India Rolls Out The 50,000th MG Hector With An All-Women Crew

Morris Garages India has announced rolling out the 50,000th MG Hector SUV from its manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat. The company has released a video revealing that the milestone Hector SUV was built by an all-women crew. MG Motor India has said that 33 per cent of its current workforce consists of women, and the company aims to increase that to 50 per cent. The MG Hector was the first model to be launched by the carmaker in India, back in 2019, and right now it is the company's best-selling model, with average monthly sales of around 3,500 units.

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MG Motor India and MG Nagpur Dealership donate five Hector Ambulances to Nangia Specialty Hospital

Honorable Shri Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport & Highways and the Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, flags off the donation of five MG Hector Ambulances to Nangia Specialty Hospital.
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Nagpur, March 2, 2021:

As an initiative of the MG SEWA, MG Motor India has donated five units of retrofitted Hector Ambulance to Nagpur’s Nangia Specialty Hospital. The COVID-19 cases are on the rise again in Nagpur and the development will help a common man in availing top-quality ambulance services. The Nangia Hospital and MG Motor have come forward to offer state-of-the-art ambulance services for catering to the high during the second wave. The ambulance services will be offered exclusively to COVID-19 patients living in Nagpur. The flag off was done by the Minister for Road Transport & Highways and the Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the Government of India, Honorable Shri Nitin Gadkari, to boost healthcare infrastructure in the city.

The Hector Ambulances are custom-built by MG engineers at its Halol plant. They come equipped with a medicine cabinet with a five-parameter monitor, an auto-loading stretcher, ventilator, an oxygen supply system, an alternate power backup (invertor) with additional sockets, a siren, a lightbar, and a fire extinguisher. MG has previously donated Hector Ambulances to GMERS Hospital in Vadodara and CHC Hospital in Halol.

Speaking on the initiative, Rajeev Chaba, President and Managing Director, MG Motor India, said, “We have received positive feedback about the Hector Ambulance from GMERS in Vadodara and CHC Hospital in Halol, wherein they have added tangible value to the region’s fight against the pandemic. With MG SEWA, we are completely devoted to the needs of the community, a key MG pillar, and are now donating 5 Hector Ambulances to further their achievements of Halol, and Vadodara at large. We believe that Hector Ambulances will go a long way in serving the needs of the hour.”

The Nangia Group is bringing excellence in pre-hospital care to the people of Nagpur by introducing the fastest, the most trusted, the most tech-savvy ambulance services.

Mahesh Nangia, Dealer Principal, MG Nagpur dealership said, “The services will run under the umbrella of our hospital American Oncology Institute Nangia Speciality Hospital in collaboration with Ruby Hall Clinic, Pune. Ruby Hall has partnered with West Midland Emergency Medical Services under National Health Services, the UK to offer the best ambulance services with a commitment to save lives in a patient's Golden Hours and Platinum Minutes. Our aim is to offer fast and reliable ambulance services to the common man of Nagpur as our small step towards fighting the pandemic.”

Anybody in Nagpur can avail of the ambulance services for a COVID-19 patient by calling 8988897888.

About MG Motor India
Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand.

MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic, and innovative brand over the last 96 years. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 workforce. Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

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MG Motor India records its highest-ever sales in March 2021; monthly sales cross 5500 units
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Hector and ZS EV clock highest-ever monthly sales
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Gurugram, April 1, 2021

: With a growing demand for its range of vehicles, MG Motor India has registered the highest-ever retail sales figure during March 2021 at 5,528 units, a growth of 264% against 1,518 units sold in the same month last year. The British legacy automaker also clocked the highest-ever sales for its Hector and ZS EV during March 2021. With the continued momentum, the carmaker now has a waiting period of up to 2-3 months for most of the models.

Commenting on the sales performance, Mr. Rakesh Sidana Director – Sales, MG Motor India, said, “The highest monthly sales achieved in March 2021 are very encouraging with momentum continuing for our product lines. While the Hector received 6,000+ bookings during the month, the Gloster has continued its advance in the premium SUV segment. MG ZS EV’s increased traction is also being witnessed across various quarters including luxury buyers looking for a personal driving experience.”

MG is currently offering the ZS EV with Myles and Zoomcar with Orix as a part of a monthly subscription plan as well, which is seeing a good response.

“However, we are likely to see a disruption in the supply chain due to shortage of semiconductor chips globally as well as the the second wave of Covid. We may observe a few NPDs (no production days) in April 2021 as a preventive measure. We assure our customers that we will provide transparent communication to them throughout,” Sidana added.

Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet car – MG Hector, the first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and the first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

About MG Motor India
Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand. MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic, and innovative brand over the last 96 years. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 work force. Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

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MG Motor India focuses on community service to break the chain and give relief to suppliers; diverts industrial oxygen​

Gurugram, May 1, 2021

: MG Motor India has been focusing on serving the communities in these challenging times. It has now decided to close its plant for 7 days and conserve industrial oxygen so that it can be diverted to the healthcare segment.

Mr. Rajeev Chaba, President & Managing Director, MG Motor India, said, “In these times, our efforts are directed towards keeping people safe and maximizing service to the communities.”

The carmaker has also joined hands with Devnandan Gases Pvt. Ltd. in Gujarat recently. The association has increased the production of oxygen by 15% per hour at one of the latter's plants in Vadodara within a week of their partnership. MG further aims to increase it by 50% soon.

Under its community service umbrella MG SEWA, the carmaker is dedicated to serving society. It has recently announced that it is providing lunch to families of patients at GMERS Hospital. At present, MG’s Hector Ambulances continue to serve doctors and medical staff during their service to the nation. The carmaker is also importing oxygen concentrators for the affected family members of its employees. More similar initiatives are expected to be announced under MG SEWA soon.

Going forward, the carmaker does not see any deterioration in demand. However, supply-chain constraints would continue in the month of May 2021. The production will be impacted by the shortage of semiconductor chips globally and the limitation in working hours due to curfews and lockdowns in various parts of the country.

As a result of the lockdown, sales during the last 15 days of April 2021 were also impacted and overall retail sales during the month stood at 2,565 units. However, MG Motor India’s production and vehicle dispatches to dealers were significantly higher than retail sales, with the carmaker currently having an order backlog of over 3 months across its product lines. The carmaker is currently left with no stock at its Gujarat plant.

MG Motor India continues to follow the COVID-19 protocols across all consumer touch-points. The brand assures its customers of complete safety with sanitization under the Disinfect & Deliver program. Its service centers are currently operating with minimal staff while catering to the requirements of its customers. The carmaker is also providing free vaccination to its employees and is focused on facilitating the same to its dealerships. It is also encouraging its dealers to provide insurance to their staff.

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MG Motor India extends Warranty and Service Schedule Validity until 31st July 2021

The move has been taken to protect customers as well as their interests while offering them superior flexibility
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Gurgaon, May 12, 2021:

MG Motor India has extended the Warranty and Service Schedule Validity of all schedules due during April and May 2021. The MG customers will now be able to avail their schedules until 31st July 2021.

The auto-extension of periodic maintenance schedules and maintenance contracts is in line to protect the customers as well as their interests. MG aims to give its customers added flexibility and peace of mind in the current landscape.

MG is the first automaker to offer the extension of warranty schedules and service periods this year. It is also currently working on various community-driven initiatives. Some of its latest initiatives include inoculations of its direct and indirect employees as well as ramping up of medical oxygen production in India.

In the new normal, MG is also providing an official car accessory - Autoplus by Medklinn, which can be plugged in to any car’s 12V power outlet. MG Autoplus by Medklinn gives 360° protection of your and protects you and your loved ones 24/7 from the bacteria and viruses by sterilizing the car’s air and surfaces, while idle or on the move. It does not use any chemicals or air filters, making the air inside your car safer and healthier in these times.

It has also provided customers with Car Care Tips during lockdown.

About MG Motor India

Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand.

MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic, and innovative brand over the last 96 years. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 work force. Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

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MG Motor India Introduces MG HEALTHLINE, a 24x7 medical consultation facility for its customers​

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Gurugram, May 21, 2021:

As part of its commitment to serve and support the communities, MG Motor India today announced a unique initiative - MG HEALTHLINE to help its customers by providing a platform to them for free online medical consultation with doctors.

MG customers can avail the service by registering themselves on the carmaker’s website (www.mgmotor.co.in) or through the MY MG APP. The service will include free consultation with highly qualified doctors for customers themselves or their family members.

Commenting on the initiative, Gaurav Gupta, Chief Commercial Officer and Senior Vice President, MG Motor India, said, “This initiative under our overall community service umbrella MG Sewa is to support and provide a helping hand to our customers in these challenging times.”

The services are being provided in partnership with the Doctor 24*7 platform. The medical team of experts will also follow up with MG customers within 72 hours of the first consultation.

Under its community service umbrella MG Sewa, the carmaker is doing various initiatives in these challenging times. Its Hector Ambulances continue to serve the affected during their service to the nation. In April 2021, it had also joined hands with Devnandan Gases Pvt. Ltd. in Gujarat and has supported in increased the production of oxygen by 31% per hour at one of the latter's plants in Vadodara within a month of the partnership and further aims to increase it by 50% soon. It recently also offered 200 beds for Covid-19 patients in Gurugram along with online platform Credihealth and has raised funds and distributed biodegradable bedsheets to the affected in Pune.

About MG Motor India

Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand.

MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic, and innovative brand over the last 96 years. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 work force. Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

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MG Motor has re-launched “MG Care at Home” doorstep contactless car care service. It includes Car Sanitization & Fumigation, General Check-up, Dry Wash as well as Minor Repairs and Fitments.

Major repairs and body-shop works will still be performed at the service center itself. The customers can avail the services using “My MG” customer app.







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MG Motor India retail sales triple in June 2021 compared to May​

Gurugram, July 1, 2021: MG Motor India retailed 3558 units in June this year, recording a three-fold rise from 1016 units sold in May 2021. With phased unlocking, the carmaker registered a significant increase in enquiries and bookings.

Commenting on the sales performance, Mr. Rakesh Sidana, Director – Sales, MG Motor India, said, “We are seeing early signs of positive consumer sentiment in June and potential purchases due to pent-up demand, which was on hold due to the pandemic. Even though some markets are still under lockdown, the ramping up of the vaccination drive has given us hope and we expect the demand to increase during the festival season. However, we have to remain cautious of the potential threat posed by the third wave.”

The production levels are impacted in June and will remain so in July-August due to the global shortage of semiconductor chips.

The carmaker has retailed 7139 units during 2021 Q2, registering a significant growth of 162% over 2,722 units sold in the same quarter last year.

About MG Motor India

Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand.

MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic, and innovative brand over the last 96 years. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 work force. Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. MG Motor has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

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MG Motor India and Fortum set up a 50 kW Superfast EV charging station in Pune​

The public charging station will enable cars such as ZS EV to charge 80% in 50 minutes​

Pune, July 09, 2021:

MG Motor India and Fortum Charge & Drive India have set up a 50 kW Superfast public EV charging station in Pune. Mrs. Usha (Mai) Manohar Dhore, Pimpri – Chinchwad Mayor and Mr. Ajay Aautade, Asst. RTO Officer Pimpri - Chinchwad, attended the inauguration ceremony held at MG Dealership.

The smart chargers can be accessed by anyone who has an EV car compatible with the CCS2 (Combined Charging System), by registering on Fortum’s mobile app.

Speaking on the partnership, Mr. Gaurav Gupta, Chief Commercial Officer, MG Motor India, said, “Our collaboration with Fortum reiterates our commitment towards enabling the infrastructure for environment-friendly mobility solutions in the country. The ZS EV’s availability in more cities in a phase-wise manner is a step closer to achieving sustainability goals. After launching the ZS EV in 6 more cities in 2021, the MG ZS EV is now available across 37 Indian cities.”

MG Motor India and Fortum, one of the leading EV charging service providers in the global EV space, had announced their partnership in 2019. Since then, the carmaker and Fortum have built a network of 11 DC chargers across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad.

Commenting on this inauguration, Mr. Awadhesh Kumar Jha – Vice President, Fortum Charge & Drive India, said, “We are happy to extend our partnership with one of the leading automotive companies to further bolster the super-fast charging network in the country. With this charger on Fortum Charge & Drive network, an EV user can travel between Mumbai and Pune without any range anxiety as both the cities have Fortum chargers.”

MG ZS EV can be charged from 0 to 80% in 50 minutes at Fortum superfast charging stations. Other charging options with the ZS EV include a free-of-cost AC fast-charger (installed at the customer’s home/office), a plug-and-charge cable onboard, and charge-on-the-go with RSA (Roadside Assistance). Additionally, it has extended the charging network in select satellite cities.

About MG Motor India

Founded in the UK in 1924, Morris Garages vehicles were world-famous for their sports cars, roadsters, and cabriolet series. MG vehicles were much sought after by many celebrities, including the British Prime Ministers and even the British Royal Family, for their styling, elegance, and spirited performance. The MG Car Club, set up in 1930 at Abingdon in the UK, has thousands of loyal fans, making it one of the world’s largest clubs for a car brand. MG has evolved into a modern, futuristic, and innovative brand over the last 96 years. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, has an annual production capacity of 80,000 vehicles and employs nearly 2,500 work force. Driven by its vision of CASE (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, and Electric) mobility, the cutting-edge automaker has augmented the across-the-board ‘experiences’ within the automobile segment today. It has introduced several ‘firsts’ in India including India’s first Internet SUV – MG Hector, India’s first Pure Electric Internet SUV – MG ZS EV, and India’s first Autonomous (Level 1) Premium SUV – MG Gloster.

About Fortum

Fortum is a European energy company with activities in more than 40 countries. We provide our customers with electricity, gas, heating and cooling as well as smart solutions to improve resource efficiency. We want to engage our customers and society to join the change for a cleaner world. Together with our subsidiary Uniper, we are the third largest producer of CO2-free electricity in Europe. With approximately 19,000 professionals and a combined balance sheet of approximately EUR 69 billion, we have the scale, competence and resources to grow and to drive the energy transition forward. Fortum's share is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki and Uniper's share on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. (www.fortum.com).

Fortum in India is focused on 4 verticals (Solar, EV Charging infrastructure, Bioethanol and NOx reduction solutions for thermal power plants). Fortum Charge & Drive brings Nordic capability and experience where we operated more than 6000 + charging points. More than 2,00,000 EV charge points are being accessed by EV users through our EMP service. Since piloting in India in October 2017, Fortum Charge & Drive India is expanding the DC fast-charging network in the country. Fortum Charge & Drive India Operates a wide network of secure, robust and smart public chargers for 4W Passenger Electric Vehicles as Charge Point Operator (CPO). With a network of 105 DC Fast Public Charging Points and 4 Type-2 AC charging points in ten cities in 8 states, we have more than 3000 registered EV users. We also offer Cloud based Charger Management System (Business Platform) for end to end EV Charging management for Charge Point Operators. We are working with reputed partners from Metro Rail to Oil Marketing Company to Fleet Operator to Utility.

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