KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The 2024 Indian Car of The Year & Motorcycle of The Year Awards announced
- Hyundai Exter wins the 2024 ICOTY & Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 received IMOTY
- BMW 7 Series receives Premium Car of The Year 2024 award
As the end of the year approaches, the 19th edition of the Indian Car of The Year (ICOTY) and the 17th edition of the Indian Motorcycle of The Year (IMOTY) awards have been revealed. Hyundai Motor India Ltd. (HMIL) secured two awards, with Royal Enfield clinching the IMOTY, and BMW earning the Premium Car of The Year accolade. Explore the details of the winning cars below. Also, you can join our Whatsapp Group Community to find out more exciting stuff about the Auto world.
2024 ICOTY & IMOTY Award Winners
The prestigious title of Indian Car of the Year for 2024 was given to the Hyundai Exter. Its standout features, innovative design, and exceptional performance distinguished it in a fiercely competitive segment. Concurrently, the Indian Motorcycle of the Year 2024 was awarded to the Royal Enfield Himalayan, highlighting its excellence in the two-wheeler market.
The 'Premium Car Award' under the ICOTY umbrella, and for 2024 has been received by the BMW 7 Series. Recognizing the growing demand of electric vehicles and aligned with great government initiatives, the ICOTY jury introduced the 'Green Car Award' in 2021, aimed at acknowledging manufacturers' contributions to the future of mobility. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 proudly secured the Green Car Award for the year 2024.
Every car and motorcycle that is eligible for these awards is a new model. Current vehicles with minor mechanical modifications, such as modified power or drivetrains, or cosmetic upgrades are not eligible for this award. It doesn't matter where they're from; all that matters is that they have to be made or assembled in India and sold in showrooms by November 30 of the preceding year.
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Verdict
The shortlisted vehicles undergo comprehensive testing before to receiving the ICOTY and IMOTY awards. A number of important considerations influenced the decision, including price, fuel efficiency, styling, comfort, safety, performance, practicality, technical innovation, value for money, and suitability for driving conditions in India.
