Hong Kong, May 20 -- The gloom of COVID-19 forced the automobile industry to take a sharp right towards online car bookings to keep their engines running. Here are the brands doing it.

The last quarter of an already gloomy year has been the greatest slump the automobile industry has seen in the last decade. Every department of companies stands affected: Research and development, production, post-purchase services, and most importantly, dealerships. With the country entering its fourth month of lockdown, automakers have turned to digital solutions to boost sales and services amidst stringent fiscal guidelines.

Luxury and premium car manufacturers have either developed new apps or extended their online store to allow bookings of new cars....