Two-wheeler maker India Yamaha Motor today reported almost a three-fold increase in sales during January at 18,320 units, against 6,284 units sold in the same month last year.
"The year 2009 has got off to a great start for us after the exciting turnaround year of 2008. Our focus remains on resurgence of Yamaha brand thereby enriching customer's experience," India Yamaha Motor CEO Yukimine Tsuji said in a statement.
The company, which is seeking a turnaround in India said its continued thrust on technology, quality and manufacturing excellence and introduction of Global Yamaha standards in its operations have been able to woo customers back, it added.