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Kia India scales certified pre-owned network to 100 outlets across 70+ cities
MUMBAI: Kia India, has achieved a significant milestone by inaugurating its 100th Kia Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) outlet. With this milestone, Kia has emerged as one of the fastest OEMs in India to develop a 100-outlet strong, pre-owned vehicle network—achieved in under three years.
In line with its commitment to delivering long-term value and customer-first solutions, Kia India offers warranty coverage of up to two years/40,000 km, along with four complimentary periodic maintenance services on its CPO vehicles. This makes it one of the most comprehensive and customer-centric certified pre-owned programs in the Indian auto industry.
The company’s CPO network now spans over 70 cities and represents nearly 60% of Kia India’s total retail footprint, underlining the surging demand for certified, high-quality pre-owned vehicles among consumers.
On achievement, Kia India, chief sales officer, Joonsu Cho said, “Crossing the mark of 100 outlets milestone for our Certified Pre-Owned network within three years in India is a strong testament to the trust customers place in the Kia brand. In this short span of time, our CPO business has transformed into a strategic growth driver—powered by exceptional quality, reliability and trust. Through our exclusive, design-forward outlets and a fully digital experience, we are reshaping the pre-owned car market by offering customers the same confidence and convenience they associate with a new Kia vehicle. As we expand this network, our commitment remains focused on offering customer-centric solutions, long-term value, and a seamless ownership journey that reflects the Kia promise of movement that inspires.”
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Samsung India elevates Aditya Babbar to lead mobile business
Exec takes charge of MX sales and marketing after Raju Pullan’s exit
NEW DELHI: Samsung India has elevated Aditya Babbar to lead its mobile phone business, following the exit of Raju Antony Pullan.
Babbar, who previously served as vice president within the mobile division, has been appointed head of sales and marketing for the MX (mobile experience) business, effective May 1. In his new role, he will oversee the company’s sales and marketing operations for smartphones and related categories in India, reporting to the executive vice president of the MX business.
A long-time Samsung executive, Babbar brings over a decade of experience within the organisation, having held multiple leadership roles across product, marketing and category management. Most recently, he led product marketing and e-commerce for the mobile division, following earlier stints as head of product and marketing and senior director roles.
His career within Samsung Electronics and its India operations has also included responsibilities for flagship devices, tablets and wearables, giving him a broad view of the company’s premium and mass-market portfolio.
Babbar succeeds Pullan, who stepped down from the role, marking a leadership transition at a time when India remains a key battleground for global smartphone makers.
The appointment signals continuity within Samsung’s leadership bench, with an internal candidate stepping up to steer one of its most critical business units in a highly competitive market.
