Maruti Suzuki Partners with Self-Drive Car Rental Firm Myles Automotive for Car Subscription Programme

• The monthly subscription for the car includes
• Brand new car on subscription at an all-inclusive monthly fee
• Road tax, registration charges and zero dep insurance coverage included
• Complete maintenance included
• 24*7 Roadside assistance and customer support included

In a move to offer easy and flexible car ownership to customers, Maruti Suzuki today announced the launch of its subscription programme - Maruti Suzuki Subscribe for individuals. Maruti Suzuki has tied up with Myles Automotive Technologies to launch Maruti Suzuki Subscribe as a pilot project in select Indian cities - Hyderabad and Pune.

Subscribe programme offers solutions for everyone who is seeking to experience the benefits of owning a car without purchasing it. Customers can choose to subscribe a new Swift, Dzire, Vitara Brezza and Ertiga from Maruti Suzuki ARENA and a new Baleno, Ciaz and XL6 from NEXA for a period of 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 and 48 months.

Customers will pay an all-inclusive monthly subscription charge starting Rs. 17,600 for Swift Lxi in Pune & Rs. 18,350 in Hyderabad (including taxes) with no down payment. Once the subscription tenure is over, the customer can also avail buyback option.

Speaking on the partnership, Ms. Sakshi Vij, Founder & CEO, Myles said, "Maruti Suzuki has been a pioneer in the Indian market and we are excited to partner with them to provide car subscription services under the Maruti Suzuki Subscribe programme. We have always believed in the power of partnership in fulfilling our mission of easier vehicle ownership solutions in the Indian market."

Announcing the customer centric programme, Mr. Shashank Srivastava, Executive Director (Marketing and Sales), Maruti Suzuki India said, "In the changed business dynamics, many customers want to shift from public transport and shared mobility solutions to personal cars. They want mobility solutions that are easy on pocket and do not involve long-term financial commitments. Maruti Suzuki Subscribe addresses these changing needs of customers. We are confident that our new offering will introduce many new customers to the brand. It will also be embraced by the millennial, who frequently look at upgrading to latest cars with flexible tenure options as low as 12 months."

With features such as zero-down payment, complete car maintenance, insurance, 24*7 roadside support and no resale risk, the all-inclusive subscription service will be a delight to customers. Myles will take care of the vehicle maintenance, insurance coverage and road side assistance through Maruti Suzuki's dealer channel.

Self-drive Car Rental Firm Vroom Drive Launches Franchise Program in India

Self-drive car rental company, Vroom Drive, have announced the launch of a franchise opportunity to expand its services.       

/Business Wire India/. Touted as the best affordable self-driving car rental company, Vroom Drive has enjoyed tremendous success and growth since its inception in May 2016.  The company boasts a strong brand image with a track record of providing excellent customer service and the best practice for maintenance.  But that’s not all. Vroom Drive is one of the most influential car rental companies in terms of quality and cost. The company made the decision to franchise their business model following thorough observation of the self-drive car rental market.
 
This new franchise opportunity aims to create an increased number of Vroom self-drive outlets in India.  The opportunity will start with one franchisee per city with Hyderabad, Chennai, Cochin, Trivandrum, Mumbai, Delhi, Mysore, Tirupati, Coimbatore, Kolkata, Vizag and Goa topping the list for expansion. Plans are afoot to add more cities in the coming months.
 
CEO of Vroom Drive, Ramesh Muthusamy, said: “This is a significant milestone for our company. We are looking to partner with the right entrepreneurs to share in our success and help expand the reach of our self-drive car rental service.” 

This lucrative franchise opportunity is for energetic entrepreneurs with basic knowledge of the car rental industry and the capacity to purchase the offered fleet size. Franchisees will need to register with GST and preferably have parking space in the city.

The selected franchisees will receive two weeks training in Bangalore to start and grow their business and access to full-service model which includes: 24/7 dedicated customer support, city wide tariff system, guidance for bulk procurement, better deals for insurance, branding guidance and franchise guidance program at regular intervals. Franchise outlets will provide the same service that the Vroom Drive brand is known for.

For further information about the franchise opportunity, email: franchise@vroomdrive.com or call us at 08022531122 / 7259133331.  Learn more about Vroom Self Drive Care rental Franchise at: https://www.vroomdrive.com/blog/vroom-self-drive-car-rental-franchise-opportunities/

Chandigarh based HAYR to Launch India’s 1st Free-Float City Self-Drive Car Share Service

HAYR Technology, a Chandigarh based startup is planning to come up with a new technology in India which will be very adaptable, convenient, secure and hassle-free. In April 2019, HAYR will launch India’s first free-float self-drive car share service in Chandigarh Tri-City, followed by other cities including Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.

Speaking about their new project, Founder, HAYR Technology, Mr. Harjeet Singh said, “We are coming with much-awaited technology in mobility sector. After this, India will be one of the few countries who will enjoy free float self-driven car share service. The concept of free-float refers to ‘anywhere anytime pick up and drop off vehicle facility’ with designated parking”.

He further added, “To avail the service, one needs to make the reservation through HAYR Car Share Mobile App. The user can unlock the car and take a ride. Anyone having a valid driving licence is eligible to enjoy the benefits of this ride."

The startup is targeting to serve minimum 25-35 commuters in a day with minimal charges of Rs. 7 per minute, which is far cheaper than other means of transportation.

As promised through its tagline- DRIVE BEFIKAR, HAYR Car Share offers hassle-free, secure and convenient services to its users. Users do not have to worry about refueling and maintenance cost too. The startup provides amazing services of advanced reservations without the risk of
cancellation – meaning, the booking won’t be cancelled without a valid reason.

Considering women safety as an important aspect, Singh further stated, “We ensures women safety during late night. They can enjoy their ride without fear and trouble of security, and drop the car near their home”.

Parking is another bane of urban lifestyle. Keeping that in mind, HAYR has designated various locations across the city. Now, you won’t have to worry about private parking, and can park your vehicle at designated parking areas. Also, HAYR Technology is planning to rope in regional
celebrities to become their brand ambassador.

Singh also announced that HAYR is a perfect solution for terrible traffic. Instead of owning private cars, people can experience the uber-luxurious ride facilities through HAYR cars. The Startup assures that the car rental service would resolve innumerable problems of transports, distances, and parking.

The launch is highly awaited by the youth and citizens of Chandigarh ever since the announcement has been made.

Self-drive Rental Platform Drivezy Ties with Honda to Offer 3,000 Scooters

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. has joined hands with self-drive rental platform Drivezy to offer 3,000 scooters on the latter's platform in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. The strategic partnership sees the company gain momentum in the innovative future of shared mobility services.

Speaking on the occasion, Ashwarya Singh, CEO and Co-Founder, Drivezy said, “The sharing economy in recent years has attracted significant attention due to its potential to generate new markets and employment by making use of idle assets. The future of world belongs to shared, connected and zero waste mobility and we look forward to working closely with Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. towards this mission.”

In June, Drivezy expanded its service offerings across 4 new cities including NCR, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad

Drivezy recently commenced its Smart Commute, a last-mile self-drive rental service for Hyderabad Metro Rail passengers. The rationale behind ‘last mile connectivity’ using bikes and scooters is to simplify travel for metro commuters who face difficulties in reaching their final destination from metro stations. Under Smart Commute rentals, customers pay by the kilometer and can rent a two-wheeler for as prices as low as Rs. 2 per Km.

In February this year, the startup raised $5 million from its first round of initial coin offering (ICO), an unregulated means of fund raising by which funds are raised for a new cryptocurrency venture.

Drivezy’s marketplace allows individual vehicle owners to list their idle cars, motorcycles and scooters and turn them into profit generating assets by renting the vehicles to customers at a fraction of the cost required to purchase a vehicle. Since the inception of this model, the platform has enlisted over 7,500 vehicles; including cars, bikes and scooters. The company plans to enlist over 10,000 two-wheelers by the end of 2018. Drivezy’s two-wheeler sharing services are also available in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mangalore and Mysore.

[caption id="attachment_125890" align="aligncenter" width="666"] The fleet of 3,000 Honda vehicles at Drivezy HQ (Whitefield)[/caption]

Drivezy is looking to triple its revenue and fleet size in financial year 2018, which will be driven by its marketplace model. The company aims to utilize the additional fleet to include one-way, intra-city sharing services for motorcycles and scooters in the city. Customers can pick a two-wheeler from designated locations and drop it at any Drivezy location within city limits. Unlike conventional rental services, this absolves the need of returning the vehicle at the point of origin, providing customers a greater degree of convenience. This will allow customers to travel at half the price of taxis and cabs.

Elaborating on the customer trends in the shared mobility segment, Mr Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd said, “Driving the shared mobility story in India is the young and digital savvy generation who is looking for convenient last mile connectivity solutions for their daily commute. Scooters have a universal acceptance due to their unisex appeal comfort and convenience and are the most preferred choice of customers availing shared mobility services. We thank Drivezy for trusting in Honda for their latest fleet expansion of 3,000 units and wish them the very best.”

Founded in April 2015, Drivezy
(formerly JustRide) was one among the few startups selected by the prestigious American startup accelerator Y Combinator for the 2016 summer batch and is backed by Google. The company has raised a total of US$16 million from leading global investors. Headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, Drivezy currently operates in 5 other cities across India including, Hyderabad, Mangalore, Mumbai, Pune and Mysore. With a monthly GMV of over $2.8 million, Drivezy is the largest marketplace for vehicle rentals in India. The startup has drawn the interest of notable entrepreneurs and investors from Silicon Valley and abroad, including It-Farm, CrowdWorks, Das Capital, Adora Cheung, Kima Ventures, Susa, Axan, Justin Kan and Paul Buccheit.

Source - Business Wire India | Top Image Drivezy@Twitter

Self-drive Rental Platform Drivezy Ties with Honda to Offer 3,000 Scooters

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. has joined hands with self-drive rental platform Drivezy to offer 3,000 scooters on the latter's platform in Bengaluru and Hyderabad. The strategic partnership sees the company gain momentum in the innovative future of shared mobility services.

Speaking on the occasion, Ashwarya Singh, CEO and Co-Founder, Drivezy said, “The sharing economy in recent years has attracted significant attention due to its potential to generate new markets and employment by making use of idle assets. The future of world belongs to shared, connected and zero waste mobility and we look forward to working closely with Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. towards this mission.”

In June, Drivezy expanded its service offerings across 4 new cities including NCR, Hyderabad, Chennai and Ahmedabad

Drivezy recently commenced its Smart Commute, a last-mile self-drive rental service for Hyderabad Metro Rail passengers. The rationale behind ‘last mile connectivity’ using bikes and scooters is to simplify travel for metro commuters who face difficulties in reaching their final destination from metro stations. Under Smart Commute rentals, customers pay by the kilometer and can rent a two-wheeler for as prices as low as Rs. 2 per Km.

In February this year, the startup raised $5 million from its first round of initial coin offering (ICO), an unregulated means of fund raising by which funds are raised for a new cryptocurrency venture.

Drivezy’s marketplace allows individual vehicle owners to list their idle cars, motorcycles and scooters and turn them into profit generating assets by renting the vehicles to customers at a fraction of the cost required to purchase a vehicle. Since the inception of this model, the platform has enlisted over 7,500 vehicles; including cars, bikes and scooters. The company plans to enlist over 10,000 two-wheelers by the end of 2018. Drivezy’s two-wheeler sharing services are also available in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mangalore and Mysore.

[caption id="attachment_125890" align="aligncenter" width="666"] The fleet of 3,000 Honda vehicles at Drivezy HQ (Whitefield)[/caption]

Drivezy is looking to triple its revenue and fleet size in financial year 2018, which will be driven by its marketplace model. The company aims to utilize the additional fleet to include one-way, intra-city sharing services for motorcycles and scooters in the city. Customers can pick a two-wheeler from designated locations and drop it at any Drivezy location within city limits. Unlike conventional rental services, this absolves the need of returning the vehicle at the point of origin, providing customers a greater degree of convenience. This will allow customers to travel at half the price of taxis and cabs.

Elaborating on the customer trends in the shared mobility segment, Mr Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd said, “Driving the shared mobility story in India is the young and digital savvy generation who is looking for convenient last mile connectivity solutions for their daily commute. Scooters have a universal acceptance due to their unisex appeal comfort and convenience and are the most preferred choice of customers availing shared mobility services. We thank Drivezy for trusting in Honda for their latest fleet expansion of 3,000 units and wish them the very best.”

Founded in April 2015, Drivezy
(formerly JustRide) was one among the few startups selected by the prestigious American startup accelerator Y Combinator for the 2016 summer batch and is backed by Google. The company has raised a total of US$16 million from leading global investors. Headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka, Drivezy currently operates in 5 other cities across India including, Hyderabad, Mangalore, Mumbai, Pune and Mysore. With a monthly GMV of over $2.8 million, Drivezy is the largest marketplace for vehicle rentals in India. The startup has drawn the interest of notable entrepreneurs and investors from Silicon Valley and abroad, including It-Farm, CrowdWorks, Das Capital, Adora Cheung, Kima Ventures, Susa, Axan, Justin Kan and Paul Buccheit.

Source - Business Wire India | Top Image Drivezy@Twitter