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Cars24's revenue from operations rises 25% to Rs 6,917 crore in FY24

Other key contributors included income from the financial services arm, service fees, parking charges, and the sale of value-added services such as insurance assistance and warranties

Technology, easy financing for used cars will give advantage: Cars24

Company holds around 4 per cent of the total used cars market share: co-founder

CARS24 preparing to float IPO to tap growth opportunities: Co-Founder

Online used-car platform CARS24 is gearing up for an IPO as it prepares to tap into the next level of growth opportunities in the domestic market, Co-Founder Gajendra Jangid said on Monday. The Gurugram-headquartered firm, which has already crossed USD 1 billion in turnover, expects the domestic used-car market to cross USD 100 billion mark over the next ten years. "IPO is a milestone and a stepping stone in our journey. We are gearing up for it internally. I am not laying any roadmap for...by when we will go for the IPO. But the progress is being made in that direction," Jangid told reporters here. Elaborating on the growth potential of the Indian used-car market, he stated that car ownership in the country remains low as compared to various developed geographies including China and the US. Jangid noted that the used-car segment was growing faster than the new car sales in the country with strong demand emanating from Tier II and III cities and towns. He noted that the company is

From Zerodha to Cars24, 10 unicorns to hop on government-backed ONDC

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India's used car market size to touch $100 bn mark by 2034: CARS4's Chopra

Indian used car market is expected to touch the USD 100 billion-mark in the next ten years on the back of rising disposable incomes and a growing middle class, according to CARS24 Co-Founder and CEO Vikram Chopra. As per the findings of the Gurugram-based online used car marketplace, there are changes in market dynamics with customers opting for frequent upgrades when it comes to cars. "According to our internal study, the anticipated growth of the Indian used car market is set to occur at a 15 per cent CAGR, increasing from USD 25 billion in 2023 to USD 100 billion by 2034," Chopra told PTI in an interaction. The growth trajectory is propelled by various factors unique to the Indian market, including urbanisation and a growing middle class, which is changing consumer preferences and boosting the demand for affordable mobility solutions, he added. Chopra noted that when CARS24 began its journey eight years ago, the used car market size stood at around USD 10-15 billion. "I think,

Cars24 reports revenue of Rs 5,535 cr in FY23, 8% increase from FY22

The company reported profit before tax (loss) of Rs 467.8 crore in FY23 compared to Rs 1093.1 crore in FY22

TN used car market records 80% jump in sales till June 2023: CARS24

Pre-owned vehicle sale, purchase, and financing platform provider CARS24 on Tuesday said it has witnessed a noteworthy transformation in the used car market in Tamil Nadu, with practicality taking precedence over luxury. The southern state was also witnessing a significant rise in demand for used cars with an 80 per cent surge in sales recorded during the first 6 months of the year. While popular models from automaker Maruti Suzuki India Ltd remain long-standing favorites, customers in Tamil Nadu were exploring better options including hatchbacks Renault Kwid, Volkswagen Polo, and mid-size sedan Honda City. "These models have captivated the attention of local car buyers, signifying an evolution in their preferences and a departure from conventional choices," CARS24 said in a statement here. Maruti Suzuki continues its strong presence in Tamil Nadu with its popular hatchback Alto800 standing out as the preferred model during the first six-month period of 2023. Tamil Nadu's car mark

Three out of every five Indians prefer opting for car loans: CARS24

CARS24 said that rising costs of vehicles, the desire for newer models with advanced features, and the availability of attractive loan packages are encouraging Indians to go for financing

CARS24 launches engineering research & development centre in Bengaluru

CARS24, an e-commerce platform for pre-owned vehicles, on Friday launched its first engineering research and development centre here. The centre will focus on developing cutting-edge solutions for used vehicle inspection, refurbishment, and reconditioning, it said in a statement, adding that it will employ engineers and specialists from across the country. The AI-powered algorithms used by the centre will ensure accurate vehicle valuation, the company said. "In addition to developing advanced technological solutions for vehicle inspection and valuation, the centre will analyse data on pre-owned vehicle sales and market trends, providing statistical models and machine learning algorithms that will predict future demand for certain types of vehicles, identify growth opportunities, and optimise pricing strategies", the statement added.

Cars24 plans 500 new hires across verticals in next three months

Recruitment is for both tech and non-tech roles; firm plans to scale up services in smaller towns where it is seeing an rising demand for pre-owned vehicles

SoftBank-backed Cars24 eyes small towns to sell used cars in India

The company more than doubled its India revenue in 2022 to Rs 6,008 crore from Rs 2,776 crore in 2021

CARS24 sees high-profile exits as global CTO, business head move on

The platform was valued at $3.3 billion, about double the valuation from its previous round in September 2021

Is there a scary twist ahead in the Indian start-up story?

Cars24 laid off 600 workers, just days after Vedantu fired 424 employees. Y Combinator has asked founders of its portfolio firms to prep for the worst. Is there a twist ahead in the start-up story?

Cars24 to Vedantu, start-up lay-offs accelerate on capital crunch worries

Falling valuations, slowing funding rounds add to woes; move aimed at conserving cash and shore up profitability

Cars24 asks 600 employees to leave on basis of 'poor performance'

Pre-owned e-commerce platform Cars24 said that around 600 employees have been let go based on their poor performance and not owing to any "cost cuts".

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Affordability, access to seamless finance aiding sale of used cars: CARS24

First edition of the 'Future of Mobility 2022' report expects the segment to grow further all across the country.

Cars24 announces ESOP buyback of Rs 75 cr after raising $850 mn in funding

The value of total ESOP buyback by Cars24 to date stands at Rs 113 crore. The company claims to have consistently held annual ESOP buybacks for the past four years.

Cars24 launches its second-largest mega refurbishment lab in Bengaluru

The massive facility located in Kambalipura Village, Karnataka is spread over 105,000 sq ft and will refurbish over 80 cars daily

Cars24 and Bajaj Finance partner to provide financing to used car buyers

This move follows a Series G funding round announced in December 2021 where the firm raised $400 million at a $3.3-billion valuation.