Maruti Suzuki have announced sales of over one lakh factory-fitted CNG vehicles in the fiscal year, which makes it the brand with the highest number of sales of CNG vehicles in the 19-20 financial year.
The Maruti Suzuki CNG journey began way back in 2010, and this upturn in sales is part the course for the way the company has been going for the last few years. In fact, in the last five years, Maruti Suzuki CNG sales have gone up at a rate of 15.5% CAGR. The Maruti Suzuki CNG lineup currently consists of six models – Alto, WagonR, Eeco, Tour S, Ertiga and Super Carry. All these models are powered by the brand’s proprietary S-CNG tech.
Kenichi Ayukawa, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, spoke regarding this landmark achievement, saying, “The growth of CNG vehicles complements the Government of India’s vision of reducing oil import and enhancing the share of natural gas in the energy basket of the country from 6.2% now to 15% by 2030. The Government is working to rapidly increase CNG fuel pumps network in the country. There has been a phenomenal growth in number of CNG stations in last six years with over 50% of growth coming in the last year alone.
“With government’s clear focus, spread of CNG stations is set to increase significantly. Maruti Suzuki is aligned with Government’s vision by strengthening and expanding its CNG product portfolio. We see CNG as a technology that has set a new benchmark in green fuel mobility. Factory fitted S-CNG vehicles are designed to deliver optimum performance, safety, engine durability, convenience and mileage. We are committed to Mission Green Million and strive towards bringing more advanced, affordable and fuel efficient powertrain technologies for our customers.”
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