Automonitor Awards 2008 - Category - Two wheeler manufacturer of the year

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Two wheeler manufacturer of the year

This award refers to a two wheeler manufacturer that has introduced new model or upgraded existing product for Indian needs. It also takes into account major alliances or joint ventures or R&D initiative and investments to reaffirm its commitment to the Indian market thus creating additional jobs and aiding economic development of the country. The award would be decided by the jury based on nominations from the members of the Auto Monitor editorial team. The Two wheeler manufacturer of the year would be decided based on votes.

Parameters


	Product launches (excluding variants of existing models)
	The manufacturer should have launched at least one new (and defining) product in a segment, or entered/created a new segment altogether.



	Investments in India
	The manufacturer should have a strong commitment to its Indian operations, having made strategic investments in infrastructure and manufacturing operations within the country, both for local consumption and for export.



	Introduction of features unique to India
	The manufacturer should introduce unique features that make their product competitive and acceptable to the masses



	Influence on the society
	The manufacturer should have had acceptability in the market owing to the introduction of the said new product.



	Research and Development in processes and technologies
	The said manufacturer should look at working with educational/technical institutes within the country to develop new processes and technologies which will make their cars safer, more reliable, environment friendly, and easier to use.

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