Going against automobile sector trend, Hyundai Motor India is betting big on diesel while its peers are moving away from it ahead of the implementation of Bharat Stage VI (BSVI) norms.
From April 1, 2020, BSVI emission norms for automobiles will become mandatory across the country. Hyundai is looking to have a monopoly in the compact diesel car segment, which includes sedans and sports utility vehicles (SUVs) smaller than 4 metres.
“With the implementation of BSVI, we are betting big on diesel engine options,” said S S Kim, managing director and chief executive, Hyundai.
Kim said at present Hyundai is