The first bidding exercise for April 2026 saw a significant jump in premiums across all categories. This was largely anticipated by industry experts due to the three-week gap between the last bidding in March and this first round in April, which allowed for a larger accumulation of car orders.
Key Highlights from the Post:
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Cat A ($118,000): Experienced the largest jump, increasing by $6,110. This surge is attributed to high footfall and sales during the Good Friday long weekend roadshows.
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Cat B ($121,000): Continued its upward trend, rising by $5,432 as demand for larger executive cars and high-performance EVs remains robust.
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Cat D ($10,000): A major milestone for motorcyclists, as premiums hit the five-figure mark for the first time in over two years.
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Market Outlook: The post discusses how the extended break between bidding cycles creates “artificial” demand spikes and what buyers should look out for in the second April bidding starting on April 20th.
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