Discounts come as Diwali gift as auto makers try to drive sales

Facing a significant industry slowdown, car manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Honda, Mahindra, and luxury brands such as Audi and BMW are offering deep discounts, sometimes up to Rs 12 lakh, across various models from entry-level to high-end luxury. Analysts predict even deeper discounts post-Diwali to clear excess inventories.