IndiGo and Mahindra: BE 6e name sparks trademark dispute
IndiGo and Mahindra in trademark dispute over BE 6e nomenclature The name of Mahindra's latest electric SUV, the BE 6e, has triggered a legal dispute with India's largest airline IndiGo. InterGlobe Aviation Ltd, which operates IndiGo, has filed a case in the Delhi High Court against the use of "6e" in the name of the vehicle, claiming that it infringes its trademark and brand identity. dispute IndiGo uses "6E" as its aviation call sign, claiming that the name is an important part of its brand identity. The airline owns the "6E" trademark in several categories, including electronic advertising displays, advertising services related to transportation and air passenger and cargo services. Mahindra, on the other hand, has registered the BE 6e designation under Class 12, which deals with motor vehicles and related equipment. Launched on November 26, 2024, the BE 6e is part of the Mahindra electric SUV range. The name is said to be a playful nod to the word…
Mahindra resolves BE 6e Electric trademark issue
Mahindra recently launched the BE 6e and XEV 9e electric SUVs on November 26, 2024, as part of its 'Electric Origin' product portfolio. Positioned as a key player in Mahindra's foray into advanced electric vehicles, the vehicles are designed on the company's INGLO platform to be innovative and sustainable. However, the name BE 6e has triggered a trademark issue raised by IndiGo's parent company, InterGlobe Aviation Limited. It's 6e Trademark dispute clarification Mahindra's BE 6e trademark application under Class 12 (Vehicles) has been opposed by InterGlobe Aviation, which claimed that its registered trademark "6E" is widely recognized in the aviation sector and may therefore constitute infringement. The airline claimed that Mahindra's BE 6e could create confusion and dilute its brand image. However, Mahindra has clarified its stance. In a recent statement, the company emphasized that its trademark is different from that of IndiGo. Mahindra explained that the 'BE 6e' refers to the specific vehicle and not the standalone '6E' used…
IndiGo sues Mahindra for using ‘6E’ trademark on BE 6e
Indigo 6E and Mahindra BE 6e Indigo aviation operator InterGlobe Aviation has filed a trademark infringement suit against Mahindra Electric Automobile Limited in the Delhi High Court At issue is Mahindra's use of "6E" in the branding of its BE 6e electric SUV, due to be launched in February 2025. IndiGo claimed that the use of "6E" infringes its proprietary rights as the airline's International Air Transport Association (IATA) code is "6E", which is widely used for branding. The case is scheduled to be heard on December 9. IndiGo lawsuit against Mahindra IndiGo claimed that Mahindra's use of '6E' could infringe on the airline's goodwill and create market disruption. “6E” has always been an important part of IndiGo’s brand image and is closely associated with the airline’s branding efforts over the years. IndiGo's lawsuit comes shortly after Mahindra launched the BE 6e and XEV 9e on November 26, 2024, as part of its new electric SUV portfolio. Mahindra’s official response…
Honda GB500 Trademark – Is this a Made in India Royal Enfield?
Honda CB500 1971: Pictures for reference only With sales increasing in the middleweight motorcycle segment, Honda could launch GB500 as CB500 in India At the 2024 EICMA, Honda launched the GB350 S for the European market. In the international market, Honda uses the GB350 name to compare it with the Indian CB350. New reports suggest Honda is also working on the GB500. This is likely to launch a CB500 version for the Indian market to compete with Royal Enfield's expanding 650cc portfolio. Honda GB500 is registered in Europe and the United States Progress on Honda's potential plans to launch the GB500 shows that it has applied for a trademark for the GB500 under the category of motorcycles and motorcycle parts. In the United States, the GB500 name was registered as a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on November 12. Likewise, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) registered the name on November 14. The GB500…
Nissan Z Warrior trademark hints at off-road coupe
The all-terrain Nissan Z could be an affordable alternative to the Porsche 911 Dakar and Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato September 13, 2024 09:10 Nissan has applied for several Warrior-related trademarks in Australia, including "Z Warrior". This development prompted us to make a speculative rendering of a rugged, off-road-ready Nissan Z car. The automaker hopes to expand the Warrior line in collaboration with local partner Premcar. Nissan has just registered the "Z Warrior" trademark in Australia, sparking speculation that the company could be planning a limited edition all-terrain sports car. This partnership would involve working with Premcar, a local specialist company known for building off-road versions of the car that are officially sold by Nissan. If you think this sounds far-fetched, just look at the Porsche and Lamborghini lineups to see the truth. The new trademark is the most notable of several Warrior-related applications recently filed with IP Australia. Currently, the only Warrior models that Premcar has tuned are the Navara mid-size…
Nissan Z Warrior trademark hints at off-road coupe
The all-terrain Nissan Z could be an affordable alternative to the Porsche 911 Dakar and Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato September 13, 2024 09:10 Nissan has applied for several Warrior-related trademarks in Australia, including "Z Warrior". This development prompted us to make a speculative rendering of a rugged, off-road-ready Nissan Z car. The automaker hopes to expand the Warrior line in collaboration with local partner Premcar. Nissan has just registered the "Z Warrior" trademark in Australia, sparking speculation that the company could be planning a limited edition all-terrain sports car. This partnership would involve working with Premcar, a local specialist company known for building off-road versions of the car that are officially sold by Nissan. If you think this sounds far-fetched, just look at the Porsche and Lamborghini lineups to see the truth. The new trademark is the most notable of several Warrior-related applications recently filed with IP Australia. Currently, the only Warrior models that Premcar has tuned are the Navara mid-size…
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