7 Millionth car rolls out of Hyundai Motor India Limited

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Hyundai Motor India has achieved a rare feat; the Korean car maker has created history by rolling out its 7th Millionth car. The car that helped achieve this rare feat for Hyundai was a White Creta Automatic fully loaded variant. Present at this momentous occasion were MD Hyundai India Mr. Y.K Koo and VP Production for Hyundai India Mr. Ganesh Mani S. at their facility in Sriperumpudur near Chennai at 16.51 IST today.

With this, Hyundai Motor India has achieved the distinction of being the second best position in the Hyundai Group after Hyundai Motors China. This feat also makes HMIL the first auto manufacturer, in India to achieve this feat in a record time within 18 years of commercial operation. HMIL had rolled out its first million car which was a Santro in 2006 just 8 years after commencement of commercial production in 1998. Thereafter, production picked up momentum, with the next million milestone being achieved within an average of 18 -19 months. The 5 millionth car was flagged off in October 2013 by Hyundai’s brand ambassador Shahrukh Khan.

Speaking on this occasion Mr. Y.K Koo, Managing Director and CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited said, “HMIL has always set new benchmarks in terms of quality and customer delight by introducing new products with new technology and design to the Indian market, demonstrating superior manufacturing prowess. Our ‘Made in India’ products have impressed global and Indian customers alike. We now have to move to realize our vision as announced during our 20th year of foundation on May 6th 2016, of being the Market Leader, Great place to work, Most loved and trusted brand with Modern premium brand essence to touch 10 million units within the first half of 2021. I thank each one for his commitment towards making HUYNDAI, the most loved and trusted brand in India.” He further expressed on behalf of Hyundai, his sincere appreciation and gratitude to the government of Tamil Nadu for their contribution in Hyundai’s success.

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