Brands
Pepperfry partners Quikr to grow its furniture exchange program
MUMBAI: Furniture startup Pepperfry.com has announced its tie-up with Quikr – the classifieds digital platform, to bolster its furniture exchange program. Launched recently in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Bengaluru and Mumbai, Pepperfry is extending the Furniture Exchange Program to consumers in Hyderabad and Pune.
The program serves as a convenient alternative for consumers seeking avenues to replace their old furniture and avail a good value for it. Customers can exchange their old furniture within 48 hours of placing a request on Pepperfry.com.
Customers can sell their old furniture to Quikr in exchange for Pepperfry gift cards. These gift cards are redeemable against purchases made on Pepperfry.com and can be clubbed with the other offers running on the website. Pepperfry customers stand to benefit from this service by receiving a fair value for their old furniture to refresh their interior spaces. This service is available on a wide range of furniture pieces like beds, sofas, dining sets, tables, storage and office chairs.
In order to avail the service, Pepperfry customers can fill up an online form by clicking on the link ‘Furniture Exchange’ program and choose the option to sell on Quikr. The Quikr team will then evaluate, offer fair market price and pick-up the furniture after sale.
Pepperfry vice president and business head of furniture category Hussaine Kesury says, “As a leader in furniture and home segment, Pepperfry is committed to providing hassle-free shopping experiences to our customers. The Furniture Exchange program is a key step in that direction. Having launched the program in September and its success so far, we are excited to partner with Quikr exclusively to service the additional cities of Pune and Hyderabad.”
He further adds, “Given the interesting consumer mix of online savvy and start-up professionals in Hyderabad and Pune, these cities were an apparent choice for us to extend our Furniture Exchange program. We look forward to offering new and improved ways for consumers to shop for home and furniture products on Pepperfry and provide the best and fair value for their old furniture.”
Quikr Bazaar VP Sarath Chandra Gudlavalleti mentions, “Through Furniture Exchange Program we are able to provide one channel to consumers who want to buy or sell their furniture at the best price when they are looking to upgrade their lifestyle. On top of it, our pioneering doorstep service is able to close the transaction with hassle-free logistics across the country.”
Brands
Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
