Auto Expo 2018 comes to a halt, over 6 Lakh visitors came to witness the grand exhibition.

-Ashwal Singh(New Delhi)

Auto Expo –The Motor Show 2018, which ran from February 9th to February 14th, held over 500 product on display from 119 exhibitors. This included 53 Original Vehicle Manufacturers showcasing over 100 products, including 22 launches, unveiling 81 products and 18 concept showcase.

The exposition was jointly organized by – Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and was witnessed by more than 6 lakh visitors.

14 new brand that were launches which included Kia Motors India, India Kawasaki Motors, and Cleveland CycleWerks. Nearly 25 Electric Vehicles were showcased in this edition of the Auto Expo. Exactly 11 start-ups ensured their presence in India through the duration of Auto Expo 2018. The crowds poured in in large numbers, not only on weekends but also on regular weekdays. The additional day saw a large footfall, especially at the Special Zones created this time.

Though, major global auto manufacturers such as the Volkswagen group, Fiat-Chrysler, Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan, Ford, Harley Davidson and homegrown Bajaj Auto and Royal Enfield were missed by the visitors due to their absence from the Expo.

This edition of the exposition was overwhelmed by the major presence of electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids and eco-friendly technology with Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra and new entrant Kia Motors along with luxury vehicle makers Mercedes-Benz and BMW displaying their future products.

With government’s vision of 100 percent EV for public mobility and 40 percent for personal mobility by 2030, the companies have committed to putting investments in the new technology while also seeking support and clarity on policies.

Witnessing the success of the exposition, SIAM Director General Vishnu Mathur said, “It is the biggest platform for the Indian automobile industry to showcase its journey towards the future of ‘Mobility in India’, with competitive and world-class products, technology and futuristic concept.”

Like in the previous editions, Bollywood celebrities also made their presence felt at the expo. These included Shah Rukh Khan, John Abraham, Akshay Kumar, Sonakshi Sinha, Taapsee Pannu, Gul Panag and Rahul Khanna, who were seen at various launches.