Ford India sales up 36%

Company had sold 8,771 units in the same month of last year

Ford India today reported 36% increase in total sales at 11,935 units in June this year.

It had sold 8,771 units in the same month of last year, Ford India said in a statement.

Domestic sales were up 1.58% at 7,258 units in last month, as against 7,145 units in June last year.

The company said it exported 4,677 units last month.

Ford India Executive Director (Marketing, Sales and Service) Vinay Piparsania said: "The government's decision to extend the excise duty concession is a welcome move and will certainly uplift consumer purchasing sentiments as we head into the festive season over the next few months".

It reflects the government's recognition of the importance of the manufacturing sector and its contribution to overall economic growth, he added.