Hindustan Motors Ambassador Avigo (2010)

Saturday, 28 May 2022 09:59 AM In May 2022, Hindustan Motors announced that the Ambassador nameplate will be reintroduced with a new engine and design, marking a potential comeback for the iconic car. The new models are expected to be produced at Hindustans production line in Chennai. This move is seen as a significant revival effort after the brand was sold to Peugeot in 2017. I think this could be a great opportunity for Hindustan Motors to regain its market share.

Saturday, 11 February 2017 11:41 AM In 2017, Hindustan Motors sold the Ambassador brand to the French auto manufacturer Peugeot for Rs 80 crore. This deal included the trademarks and marked a significant shift in the ownership of the iconic Indian car brand. The sale was part of a broader strategy to revamp the brand and potentially reintroduce the Ambassador in a new form.

Tuesday, 27 May 2014 10:49 PM By 2014, production of the Hindustan Ambassador had been halted due to financial issues and poor demand. Despite efforts to comply with new emission standards, such as the BS-IV standards introduced in 2011, the sales of the Ambassador continued to decline. This led to the eventual cessation of production at its plants in Kolkata and Chennai.

Tuesday, 15 January 2013 09:43 PM In 2013, the Ambassador Avigo was updated to comply with BS-IV emission standards, featuring a 1.5L diesel engine. This update was part of an effort to keep the model relevant in the changing Indian automotive market. However, the sales did not improve significantly, contributing to the eventual discontinuation of the model.