Hindustan Motors

This 40-year-old restored HM Ambassador gets modifications worth Rs 8 lakh: Video

A Mangalore-based custom house named KamCustoms has restored a 1981 Mark 4 Hindustan Motors Ambassador and made it look brand new with modern features. 

Jul 04, 2022, 09:18 AM IST

Ambassador carmaker Hindustan Motors to launch electric two-wheelers by 2023

The iconic Ambassador carmaker Hindustan Motors expects to set up a joint venture with a European partner to manufacture electric two-wheelers by next year, reports PTI. 

Jul 03, 2022, 21:11 PM IST

Iconic Contessa to make a comeback, Hindustan Motors transfers brand name to THIS company

Based on PTI report, the transfer of the brand HM Contessa to SG Corporate Mobility Pvt Ltd shall be effective upon fulfilment of the terms and conditions as prescribed in the agreement, it added.

Jun 22, 2022, 08:03 AM IST

Hindustan Ambassador: Launched in 1957, here’s how much it costed back in the day?

The Hindustan Ambassador is ready to make a comeback soon, but here’s how much it costed when it was introduced in the country for the first time and while it was about to be discontinued.

Jun 08, 2022, 17:03 PM IST

New Ambassador car making a comeback as electric vehicle? Here's the truth

The new Ambassador is likely to hit the Indian market again in the year 2024 and the company is planning to launch it in electric vehicle avatar.

May 29, 2022, 09:01 AM IST

Here's how the upcoming next-gen Ambassador electric car can look like: IN PICS

The Hindustan Motors Ambassador once held 75% market share in the Indian automobile market, and faced a tough challenge from more affordable and smaller cars like the Maruti 800.

May 28, 2022, 14:02 PM IST

Iconic Ambassador likely to launch in India, next-gen car expected to return as electric vehicle

The iconic Ambassador car is possibly going to make a comeback as a new electric vehicle produced in a partnership with a French auto manufacturing company.

May 27, 2022, 09:25 AM IST

Hindustan Motors sells Ambassador to Peugeot for Rs 80 crore

The iconic brand Ambassador, which used to be a symbol of the high and mighty in power corridors, has changed hands, with Hindustan Motors selling it to European auto major Peugeot for Rs 80 crore.

Feb 11, 2017, 14:46 PM IST

ICICI Bank acquires 5.15% stake in Hindustan Motors

Private sector lender ICICI Bank has acquired a 5.15 percent stake in Hindustan Motors as part of settlement with the cash strapped maker of the iconic Ambassador car.

Oct 06, 2014, 21:08 PM IST

Hindustan Motors examining CCI order; to take appropriate steps

Automobile maker Hindustan Motors on Thursday said it is examining the order by the Competition Commission of India levying a fine of Rs 13.85 crore on the company, and would take "appropriate steps" to protect its interest in this regard.

Aug 28, 2014, 18:14 PM IST

Auto stocks down after CCI penalty on 14 car makers

Auto stocks on Tuesday fell by as much as 3 percent following the Competition Commission imposing a penalty of Rs 2,545 crore on 14 car makers for violating trade norms in the spare parts and after services market.

Aug 26, 2014, 13:40 PM IST

Hindustan Motors terminates 240 managerial staff

India's oldest car maker Hindustan Motors, which declared suspension of work at its Uttarpara plant on May 24, has terminated the services of around 240 managerial staff.

Jun 07, 2014, 16:53 PM IST