Mahindra 2 Wheelers inaugurates future ready R&D facility in Pune

Unveils new engine range & India’s first scooter with Micro Hybrid technology

Synopsis: Ø  Created at an investment of Rs. 100 crore Ø  Third largest two wheeler R&D facility in India with recognition from Department of Science and Industrial Research (DSIR) Ø  Home to over 175 engineers and designers; to go up to 300 Ø  Multi-faceted R&D facility with state-of-the-art Engine Development Center (EDC), vehicle design & development facility, testing facilities, prototype center, design studio, Fatigue Test Lab etc. Ø  Showcase’s M&M’s commitment to technology driven innovation

PUNE, INDIA, July 4th 2012 – Mahindra 2 Wheelers, a part of the USD 15.4 billion Mahindra Group, today formally inaugurated its new Research and Development centre in Pune. The future ready centre which is the third largest of its kind in India was inaugurated by Anand Mahindra, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Mahindra Group.

The centre has been recognised by the Department of Science and Industrial Research (DSIR) and will enable Mahindra Two Wheelers to undertake in-house design and development of engine technology for its motorcycles as well. It thus, bears further testimony to the company’s commitment to utilize technology driven innovation to emerge as a serious player in the highly competitive two-wheeler market in India.

The company also unveiled two brand new engines developed at the facility. The first is an indigenously developed and tested 110cc engine, while the second is a 300cc cutting-edge liquid cooled engine.

“The new dedicated facility will enable us to harness the technology of the future to create tomorrow’s products. It will allow us to design in India, for the discerning Indian consumer. The Micro Hybrid technology developed for the new Duro DZ is a clear validation of the value it offers the business. In future, I am sure we will see this R&D facility emerge as a symbol of Indian ingenuity,” said Anand Mahindra.

Home to over 175 engineers and designers, the new Mahindra Two Wheelers R&D facility was created at an investment of about Rs. 100 crore and has two wheeler experts who are leading various technology and product development projects. In fact, the new Duro DZ and the recently launched Rodeo RZ with the all new ‘Z’ series engine were developed at this facility. This engine series incorporates the pioneering Dual Curve Digital Ignition (DCDI) technology and patented fuel level indication system.

“The Mahindra Two Wheelers R&D Centre will provide us with the dual benefits of indigenous design at lower costs and shortened product development lifecycles. These two tangible benefits, when coupled with a considerably shortened go-to-market strategy with newer and more technologically superior products, augurs well for the future of the business.

I am also happy to announce that Mahindra Two Wheelers is set to launch three new motorcycles in this financial year. We are committed to our customers and will go to any length to ensure that they get truly world-class products, at competitive price points to drive on Indian roads,” said Anoop Mathur, President – Two Wheeler Sector.

But taking pride of place at the inauguration was the all new start–stop Duro DZ, India’s first scooter with Micro Hybrid technology which is ideal for urban areas. This technology helps conserve fuel when the scooter is idle, such as at a traffic signal, resulting in increased savings.

Commenting on the direct and indirect benefits of the new R&D center, PS Ashok, Head – Research and Development, Mahindra Two Wheelers said, “This multi-faceted R&D facility boasts of truly advanced facilities in the two wheeler industry in India including a Design Studio, Prototyping Center, Engine Development Center (EDC), CAE/CFD facility, Fatigue Test and Reliability Lab, and an Electrical and Electronics Lab, amongst others. The centre will develop prototypes and components from design through to production, which will then be transferred to the company’s brand new production lines at Mahindra Two Wheelers’ Pithampur plant.”

A crucible for innovation – from conception to production

Mahindra Two Wheelers’ new state-of-the-art R&D Centre located in Pune will encourage a collaborative approach, permitting direct knowledge transfer between various teams. It promises to be a cradle of innovation for Mahindra 2 Wheelers allowing it to indigenously develop state-of-the-art products right from conception through to mass production.

Design Studio

A state-of-the-art design studio has been created exclusively for rendering visualization, clay mockup and digitization of new products for the future. This centre is fully equipped with the most modern software and hardware which will facilitate vehicle design and integration.

Engine Development & Testing Centre

The Engine Development and Testing centre will address various issues involved in the development of engines. This integrated center will help Mahindra Two Wheelers indigenously design, modify, develop, calibrate and evaluate existing as well as new engines based on parameters like performance, reliability, durability, legislative and customer requirements.

CAE /CFD Facilities (Computer Aided Engineering / Computational Fluid Dynamics)

The CAE / CFD facilities will provide Mahindra 2 Wheelers with the enhanced capability to capture realistic road conditions at the design stage through various advanced simulation tools and techniques, a critical component of Mahindra Two Wheelers’ ‘First Time Right Design’ policy. 

Honda (HMSI) family now comprises of 10 million customers

 Honda family now rejoices with 10 million Happy Customers

•  Realizes ‘The Power of Dreams’ of 10 Million Happy Customers in just 11 years of operations
•  HMSI achieves last 10th million in record 5 months
• ‘India’s Fastest Growing 2Wheeler Company’ continues connecting with customers at faster pace

Honda has come a long way in India in the two-wheeler domain. They are now the number three manufacturer of two-wheelers in the country and with the Dream Yuga motorcycle launched, seem all set to be a strong number two player. Over the years, the company has sold over 10 million vehicles in India. This is the official press release of the same milestone. 

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI), the only Honda in Indian 2Wheeler industry created new history today by adding 10 million happy customers cumulatively. 
From achieving its 1st million mark in five years to achieving the last 10th million in just 5 months, Honda has aggressively grown to meet increasing customer demand inn India - the World’s second largest two-wheeler market and a priority market for Honda for the next decade and more.


Speaking on this achievement, Mr. Keita Muramatsu – President & CEO, HMSI said- “ We at Honda are proud that together as a Team, we have today successfully given Joy of mobility to over 10 Million Happy Customers. This milestone re-affirms the deep trust of customers for Brand Honda. Going ahead, Honda will intensify its efforts to rapidly expand production, network and continue to achieve many more million smiles introducing advanced Indian centric products across all motorcycle & scooter segments to realize our Dreams for India.”


Expressing sincere thanks to Honda customers, Mr. Y. S Guleria – Vice President, Sales & Marketing, HMSI said –“ Achieving the 10 million customer mark in this significant year as Only Honda in India has both humbled and inspired us. We thank our valued customers and reaffirm that as the Fastest Growing2Wheeler Company of India, Honda shall continue to provide high quality India specific products and benchmark services backed with increased production capability to achieve its Dream of Mobility for
All.”


HMSI came into existence on 14 Dec, 1999 and its first production facility at Manesar started operations in 2001. Since inception, the ‘Wings’ have aggressively expanded to serve customers faster. From operating its two production facilities at Manesar (Haryana) and Tapukara (Rajasthan) to rapidly moving towards construction of its upcoming third facility at Narsapuram, Karnataka; Honda is today uniquely poised to reach 4 million annual production capacity by 2013.


Matching its pace with The Power of Dreams of a billion Indians, HMSI has rapidly increased its network. In current FY’2012-13, Honda aims to add 500 new touch-points and take its growing network to 2000 touch-points in a bid to spread its reach and provide service closer to customer.


For over a decade, Honda’s consistency of providing high quality products and services has instilled a deep trust and confidence amongst Indian customers in the ‘Wings’.From its first model ‘Activa’ which gave a new life to scooter segment and is India’s largest selling automatic scooter to its latest product ‘Dream Yuga’ which marks the Company’s entry in mass motorcycle segment; all 15 quality Honda products are highly popular among Indian customers.


Throughout this journey, Honda has been the Industry First to promote Fun, Safety and Environment in India. As a responsible manufacturer, HMSI has till date trained over 1.7 lac customers, children and women on road safety. On the environment front, Honda works on reducing & reusing waste, resource conservation, improved efficiency and other initiatives at its factory, dealer and supplier premises.

Mahindra Duro Diesel price and review

Mahindra launched the new Duro DZ in the Indian market a few months back and followed up with a strong video campaign of the same. This featured Kareen Kapoor and the way she speaks the word DZ, it seems she is saying Diesel.
This is the same reason why most of us feel that Mahindra makes a diesel Duro and hence the huge myth about this. The fact is that Mahindra doesnt make a diesel Duro and only a petrol one.
The petrol Mahindra Duro sells for Rs 42332 (ex-showroom Delhi) and it comes with a 8Bhp 125cc engine that puts out 9Nm of torque.