Wednesday, September 7, 2011

BMW developing laser headlights, officially over LEDs


We know, our whip doesn't have LED headlights either, but that's not stopping BMW from pressing on with its laser powered successor. Purportedly ready "within a few years," the updated beams boast an intensity a thousand times greater than their forebearers, all while consuming less than half the power -- helping EV drivers eke out a little mo...re range. With each laser diode one hundred times smaller than its LED counterpart, Bavaria reckons the tech will help it design and package future light fixtures that are more bodacious than those from its competition in Ingolstadt. There's no firm date for availability, but the company says the new lighting tech will debut on the production version of its i8 concept.

~Hot News~

#JBM group looking for a JV to manufacture buses*

>While there are some global bus majors like Volvo and Daimler looking at Indian market, auto component-maker JBM Group has stated that it will make a foray into the vehicle manufacturing space through a tie-up with a foreign partner for the launch of buses in India by next fiscal.

... >the company will join hands with a foreign partner to roll out the product from a new facility to be set up either in North or West India.
-JBM working on the bus project and are in discussions with big companies for forming an alliance.

>JBM group is investing Rs 500 crore this fiscal on expanding its existing capacities and setting up new facilities." The company is setting up new units in Chennai, Sanand and Pant Nagar, while expanding existing capacities at its Pune, Gurgaon and Faridabad facilities.


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Indian News:-

>Toyota to hike vehicle prices by 2 per cent from October 1
...
>Maruti Suzuki considering moving a part of new Swift production to Gurgaon from Manesar

>SIAM expects the domestic PV market to touch 5.6 units by 2017

>Government yet to invite bids for Scooters India sale

>Iconic Vespa scooters to make a comeback in Indian market by 2012

>Yamaha hoping to register 40 percent growth in sales this fiscal

>Hero Motors to sponsor Narain Karthikeyan for maiden Indian Grand Prix

>Hero Cycles, Sport18 partner for 3 editions of Hero Cycles India Cyclothon

>M&M to re-launch its motorcycle Stallio by November

>Fiat India to set up separate exclusive show rooms by next year


Worldwide News:-

>Jaguar releases details of C-X16 concept ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show

>Dow Corning to showcase automotive solutions at 2011 SAE International Congress and Exposition in Brazil

>Pirelli comes home at Monza GP with P Zero medium and soft tyres


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Friday, September 2, 2011

#Peugeot all-set to Hit Indian Roads with 508 sedan by 2012*

>The French auto manufacturer Peugeot Citroen is the only car maker that has not made its presence into the Indian car industry. However, Peugeot has plans to make its re-entry in the country.

>taking the same route as that of the German auto brand Volkswagen. Peugeot intends to launch its sedan car Peugeot 508 in India towards the end of 2012 to take on Volkswagen Passat as one of its potential rivals, the others being Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Nissan Teana and Skoda Superb. The Peugeot sedan price is most likely to be in the range of Rs 20-Rs25 lakhs
- the company has plans to make its way into the hatchback segment as well.

>the Peugeot is careful about making its re-entry into the India car market after its exit from India about 15 years back. The company has finalized Gujarat as the location to set up its manufacturing facility.

>Peugeot has plans to enter into the hatchback segment, to make its presence known where the established players like Maruti Swift, Maruti Ritz, Volkswagen Polo, Nissan Micra and Hyundai i20 are already ruling the sector. The French auto maker has its Peugeot 107, 206, and 207 hatchback models lined –up for launch in India, that are already being sold in the European car market.

Thursday, September 1, 2011

News Headlines


Domestic News:-

~>Toyota to launch Etios and hatchback Etios Liva diesel variant on September 9

~>Armaan Ebrahim : Going The American Way

~>Skoda introduces the Laura RS edition in India at Rs 15.19 lakh

~>'TT Challenge-The Subaru Record' DVD released by Duke

~>Apollo Tyres' HIV-AIDS programme receives special commendation for community investment

~>Toyota Kirloskar Motor registers 84 percent growth in sales with 11,693 units sold in August

~>Clear Channel Mudra adds muscle to Tata Aria 4X2 launch

~>Land Rover to launch a new version of its Defender SUV in 2015

~>Volvo developing a plug-in hybrid bus

~>Maruti Suzuki starts production at Manesar plant

~>WB government states that the vested Singur land according to law


Worldwide News:-

~>Four world premieres at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show from Porsche

~>Chinese domestic auto companies register sales decline in first half

~>Red Bull announces a contest to have a blogger getting all accesses during Indian GP

~>Bespoke services for McLaren sports car owners

~>Swedish car brand Saab might head for bankruptcy in another week

~>Chinese auto parts industry faces slow down

~>Chinese domestic production of third generation Toyota hybrid Prius begins next year

~>GM sacrificing profit margins to maintain market share ahead of Volkswagen in China

‎#Mercedes Benz C-Class facelift launched*

>Mercedes Benz India launched two variants of the C-Class facelift today at the price of 29.79 lakh (C200 CGI petrol) and 32.30 lakh (C250 CDI diesel) ex-showroom, New Delhi


>>features of Mercdes Benz C200 <<


-Attention assist

-Hill climb assist

-Parking guidance

-Panaromic sunroof

-Intelligent headlight

-Brake drying function

-Agility control Package

-Selective damping system

-LED daytime running lights

-7 speed Automatic transmission

-Adaptive brakes with ABS and ASR

-Pre Safe and Neck Pro safety features

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Breaking News!!

#Peugeot Citroen to set up Rs 4,000 crore facility in Gujarat*


>French automaker PSA Peugeot Citroen will set up 4,000-crore facility at Sanand in Gujarat, an emerging auto hub in the country after Gurgaon, Pune and Chennai.
-A senior official in the Chief Minister's Office said the multinational zeroed in on Gujarat after exploring locations in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

>A Peugeot delegation, including Gregoire Olivier, CEO and Frederic Fabre, managing director of PSA Peugeot (India project), will be coming to Ahmedabad on Thursday to sign a memorandum of understanding for the car project.
-The bikes and passenger carmaker is likely to be allotted land in the neighbourhood Ford Motor's upcoming facility in Sanand, 40 km from Ahmedabad, also home to Tata Motor's Nano project.

>the company plans to manufacture a mid-sized sedan in Gujarat with a 3 lakh cars per annum capacity.

>Sanand came into the limelight after Tata Motors relocated Nano mother plant from Singur in West Bengal.
-Gujarat houses General Motors' largest India facility at Halol near Vadodara. Maruti Suzuki India, too, has announced to set up its second plant in Gujarat which has evinced interests from Bajaj Auto and Hero Honda (now Hero Motocorp) as well

>Peugeot Officials coming To sign MoU with Gujarat Government Tomorrow

>>Force Motors also eye at Gujarat

Sunday, August 28, 2011

‎~News Headlines~

Domestic News:-

>Tata Motors resumes production at Sanand after a fortnight of production halt

>Chrysler looking to produce Ethanol E85 from non-corn resources

>Driven by demand, BMW increases output by 1,000 units

>Fiat planning to open separate show rooms by third quarter next year

>Force India looking hopefully at Belgian Grand Prix

>Mercedes-Benz planning to regain the No 1 spot in luxury car segment in India

>GM and LG strike a deal to develop electric cars

>HM-Mitsubishi launches Outlander Chrome limited edition at Rs 20.55 lakh

>Renault-Nissan alliance rolls out one lakh units from Chennai plant

>Mahindra-BAE Systems presents first Mine Protected Vehicle India [MPV-I] to Jharkhand Police

>Polaris Industries forays into India and launches ATV, Rangers and snowmobiles

>CarZ appoints former Retail head as GM Operations


Worldwide News:-

>Geely to launch an SUV EX7 in China under Gleagle dealer network

>Mercedes-Benz reports a fall in growth for July in China

>China's SAIC planning to invest $ 3.45 billion on a new brand

>FAW Volkswagen planning to manufacture electric car Kaili E88 in Foshan factory

>Volvo Cars announces a new global 'people-first strategy' in Beijing

>Mark Webber is the fastest in free practice at wet spa

>Volkswagen to invest in renewable energy

Saturday, August 27, 2011

‎~News Headlines~

#Domestic News:-

>Polaris Industries forays into India and launches ATV, Rangers and snowmobiles.

>CarZ appoints former Retail head as GM Operations.

>BMW plans to launch a 6 Series coupe next month and 3 Series convertible by year end.

>Fiat not in a hurry split from Tata Motors.

>The new BMW X3 launched in India at Rs 41.20 lakh.

>MeriCAR.com launches deal section for consumers to buy car care products deals online.

>Yamaha to launch R15 version 2.0 on September 6.

>Ford to jump into the Rs 3-4 lakh small car bandwagon with Hyundai and Maruti Suzuki.

>Mercedes-Benz partners with Buddh International Circuit to bring Motorsports to Indian enthusiasts.

>Continental plans major ramp-up of India operations post Modi Tyres acquisition.

>Tata Motors hopes the new Tata Vista will help gain numbers.


#Worldwide News:-

>Bentley room at Mosimann's dining club updated with a new decor.

>Bentley and eyewear maker Estede setting their sights on success.

>The Belgian Grand Prix all set to enthrall audience.

>China registers a growth of 36 percent in imports for the first half.

Sunday, August 7, 2011

News Headlines on Auto Adrenalin

#World Wide News:

>Chinese government closes 583 domestic lead acid battery plants.

>Dongfeng Nissan plans a new factory expanding capacity 1 million units in China.

>Mazda China reports 4 percent decline in sales at 118, 968 vehicles sales in January-July period.

>Audi reports 16 percent growth in July driven by China sales.


#Indian News:

>Hyundai gets revenue show cause notice from DRI for suspected tax evasion.

>Jaguar to come up with a hybrid super car and an entry level sedan challenging BMW.

>Honda Motor recalls 2.49 million vehicles worldwide over software niggles.

>GM overtakes Toyota as the world's largest auto maker after first six month sales.

>Maruti Suzuki expects competition to heat up this year.

>Tata Motors bets big on Aria crossover 4x2.



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Saturday, August 6, 2011

Ashok Leyland Shelves Car Project

-Ashok Leyland has decided not pursue its compact car project any further.

- The company, along with its joint-partner Nissan, had earlier decided to explore the possibility of bringing out a car that would target the compact market.

A senior Hinduja Group executive attributed this to the intense competition in the compact car segment. Ashok Leyland’s decision to stay away from the car business may be a wise move, as it has just entered into an increasingly competitive segment of light commercial vehicles with its LCV, the Dost. It would rather utilise its resources to get a foothold in a business which is an extension of its core M&HCV business, rather than venture into a new territory altogether.

-The Group is also learnt to be looking at new opportunities for business from the aviation industry.
-The Hinduja-owned Defiance Technologies is scouting for a partnership or acquisition in this space, and an announcement in this regard may come in three to four months.

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World Wide News:

> Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid starts racing in Laguna Seca.

>BMW electric cars i3 and i8 to be launched in two years.

>India's lack of infrastructure hinders EV car technology says GM.



Indian News:

>Piaggio plans to double scooter manufacturing anticipating growth.

>Bosch Limited registers 22 percent growth in second quarter of the fiscal.

>Hindustan Motors all set to launch a slew vehicles this year.

>GM reports doubled profits for the quarter on the raised prices.

>Auto market dynamics to change if diesel prices go up.

>TVS group company Wheels India registers two fold net profits at Rs 7.19 crore.

>Scooters India looking to reduce its losses in this fiscal.

>Bajaj Hoping on Boxer 150cc model to gain volumes.

>Top car makers look at cafes and lounges to boost brand image.



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Spy pic of Italian

Fiat Palio Spied
New 2012 Palio testing with tapes in Brazil.

source-AutosSegredos[Brazil]

Friday, August 5, 2011

Spy pic

GM-India's Wuling Hong Guang spied*

-General Motors will introduce a few Chinese vans in the Indian market in 2012. These products will be sourced from the SAIC stable. CarWale have caught the HongTu, the EECO challenger on test in Vadodra. While that will take care of bringing volumes from the goods transportation sector, here’s a more interesting vehicle that will give the Xylo a run for its money.

-GM India will rename this vehicle and perhaps sell it under a new brand. The vehicles will wear the Chevy bowtie however. The branding is still work in progress and it is expected to bombard the market in late 2011 or early 2012. As some parts will be sourced from China, the cost of the vehicle is expected to stay below 7.5 lakh rupees.

-It can seat 7-8 people in comfort and with flexible rear seating (2nd and 3rd row have flat-folding seats) it can be sold to the taxi markets too. Indians will love the leather seats and beige interiors, but the black dashboard looks bland.

-The Hong Guang’s chassis was adjusted and optimized by Lotus Engineering in the United Kingdom. Under the hood, we’re expecting GM to plonk the 1.3-liter SMARTECH XSDE (Multi-jet) engine. GM was also said to be in talks with Piaggio to source a low capacity engine and it remains to be seen if that deal is secured.

Source-CarWale

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#News of World Wide Market:

>Suzuki reports 20 percent decline in quarterly operating profit.

>BMW Guggenheim Lab opens August 3 in New York and later travels to Berlin and Mumbai.

>Porsche liqueurelle charity action on behalf of the Udo Lindenberg Foundation.


#News of Indian Market:

>GM expects to grow 20-25 percent this year and also not launching Cadillac soon.

>Royal Enfield bikers to reduce neutralize carbon footprint on Independence Day road trip.

>Audi India on an aggressive expansion strategy and plans to hire 600 personnel in next two years.

>Ashok leyland reports 16 percent jump in July sales.

>Audi India launches its seventh generation A6 in India at Rs 37.70 lakh.

>Goodyear India receives 'Superbrand' status after a brand evaluation survey.

>Nissan India unveils the much awaited 'Nissan SUNNY' to be launched in few months.

>Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Special comes to India at Rs 19.70 lakh.

>Audi India to enter into the used car business by year-end.

>Nissan working on a small car in Rs 2-4 lakh bracket to gain volume.

>Maruti Suzuki cuts exports of diesel engines to Hungary due to local demand.

>Maruti Suzuki expects growth to be in single digit this fiscal.



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Nissan Sunny unveiled in India

Nissan India has unveiled the Nissan Sunny mid-sized sedan in India. The unveiling took place at an official function held at Hotel Taj in Bandra Mumbai. Nissan Sunny will hit Indian tarmac in festive season. The price is expected to be around 7-10 lacs INR. It based on the Versatile platform, on which Micra is based. The car will come with a 1.5 litre petrol motor which pumps out 107.5 bhp max power & 147 Nm of torque.

Up and Down

Domestic Sales Report* (July 2011)


# ~:Riding with the Profit:~

-:Car sales:-

->Volkswagen group reports 151 percent growth in July sales.

->Toyota Kirloskar Motor registers 99 percent growth in July sales.

->Skoda Auto India registers a growth of 98 percent in July sales.

->Force Motors reports 76 percent jump in Q1 net profits.

->Nissan Motor India registers domestic sales growth of 58.5 percent in July with 1,593 units.

->M&M records its highest ever monthly sales of 41 percent growth in July sales.

->Eicher Trucks and Buses register 34 percent growth in July sales

->General Motors India's 34 percent growth in July at 9,508 units.

->Honda Motor reports a 1 percent growth in July sales.


-: 2 wheelers:-

->Suzuki Motorcycles reports a 46 percent jump in July sales.

->Yamaha Motor registers 28.49 percent growth in July sales.

->Mahindra 2 Wheelers reports 15 percent growth in July sales.

->Bajaj Auto reports 14 percent growth in July sales.

->TVS Motor reports 14 percent growth in July sales.

->Honda Motorcycles report 10 percent growth in July sales.


->Goodyear tyres reports higher second quarter earnings on 24 percent sales growth.



# ~:Stuck in the Loss:~

->Maruti Suzuki reports a decline of 25 percent in July Sales.

->Ford India reports a decline of 14 percent in July sales.

->Tata Motors reports 6 percent decline in July sales at 63,761 units.

->Hyundai Motor registers 1.5 percent decline July sales while exports grew by 11.2 percent.

Hot Head Lines

World Wide News:

>Debut 24 hour race for McLaren GT advances the 12C GT3 development program

>NHTSA investigates oil cooler problems in 4,400 Lotus Elise sports cars in U.S.

>Japanese auto major Isuzu looking to increase its stake in SML Isuzu.

>Daimler AG to invest $ 2 billion at Tuscaloosa plant in U.S.

>Ford expecting one third of their sales from Asia and Africa by 2020.

>BMW Group announces world premiere of the BMW i3 Concept and BMW i8 concept.

>Kia Motors reports 67 percent surge in profits in U.S.

>New fuel efficiency standards to be adopted by 2016 unveiled in U.S.

>Japan March 11 disaster hits French car maker Peugeot Citroen and Japanese auto maker Nissan.

>Porsche achieves operating profit of more than one billion euro.


#Domestic News:

>Tata Motors plan to open product-specific outlets to increase sales volume.

>Audi India to drive the Future of Change design and strategy competition.

>Porsche named as the most attractive brand according to a JD Power study

>Maruti Suzuki's new Swift clocks 38,000 bookings even 17 days before the launch

>Force India enjoys six championship points Paul di Resta finishes sixth at Hungary GP


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Honda Dio might be replaced by Honda Vision 110.

Some rumours state the HMSI might replace the Dio with Vision 110. Vision will be launched in U.K. next month. HMSI hasnt confirmed officially anything yet, if they have plans to replace the Dio or to add a new product in their scooters line up.

Technical Specifications

Injection type : PGM-Fi
Power Output : 8.4 PS@ 8000 rpm
Torque : 8.7 NM @6500 rpm

Honda Vision is customized with much cosmetics like telescopic forks with hydraulic dampers followed by combine braking system (CBS).

Refreshed Toyota Tacoma launching in US

-A heavily updated version of the Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck is expected to go on sale this October in US.

-The next iteration of the best-selling small truck in the U.S. won't be all-new. It will stick with the current chassis but offer a fully revised exterior and interior, said Bob Carter, Toyota USA's group vice president and brand manager.

-This is great news for small truck fans. North American Ford Ranger production ends late this year, the Dodge/Ram Dakota will end production next year and GM has yet to confirm a version of its new overseas Chevy Colorado will eventually be sold on these shores.

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Official : Audi A3 to be launched in India by 2013

After the confirmation of Q3's launch in India, Audi has revealed its plans for A3 sedan as well. Michael Perschke, Chief, Audi India disclosed the news in an exclusive interview to Autocar India.



It will hit Indian shores by 2013. Michael Perschke said, “The next logical step after getting the Q3 to India in 2012 is to look at the A3.” 



Also currently there's no idea about the engine specifications. But the current concept model has a
5-Cylinder engine that uses turbocharging and FSI to pump out 408 horsepower. It has the capability if hitting 0-100 in just 4.1 seconds. Top speed has been electrically controlled upto 250 kph.

Thursday, July 28, 2011

INDIAN F1GP TIMETABLE (India local time)

Friday 28 October
• 10.00 - 11.30 Friday F1 Practice Session 1
• 14.00 - 15.30 Friday F1 Practice Session 2
Saturday 29 October
• 11.00 - 12.00 Saturday F1 Practice Session 3
• 14.00 - 15.00 Saturday F1 Qualifying Session
Sunday 30 October
• 15.00 - FORMULA 1™ Indian Grand Prix 2011

Ford's New plant in Ahmedabad,Gujarat

The world's fourth largest car-maker Ford has decided to set up a three lakh-cars-per-annum manufacturing plant in Sanand. Joe Hinrichs, president, Ford Asia Pacific and Africa, is likely to make an announcement on Thursday that Ford is parking next to Nano, about 25 km from Sanand Cross roads in Ahmedabad.

The Detroit based company plans to invest over $1 billion (Rs 5,000 crore) for the unit, which will come next to Tata Motors' Nano plant. The plant is slated to open in 2014 and employ around 5,000 workers.

The state government is likely to allocate 400 acres of land at lowerthan-market rates to the company. An additional 100 acres will be set aside for component manufacturing units.

Ford India, the US carmaker's Indian subsidiary, already runs a Rs 1,700-crore manufacturing plant at Maraimalai Nagar, 45 km from Chennai, with a peak capacity of 2 lakh units per annum. With Ford deciding to drive into Gujarat, the state has fast started to emerge as a claimant for the title, 'Detroit of India' . Besides Tata Motors , General Motors manages a plant in Halol near Vadodara since 1994. It has taken GM's Detroit cousin 17 years to follow suit.

Besides, French car-maker Peugeot is in advanced negotiations for a site, preferably around Sanand. Maruti Suzuki is also expected to finalise Gujarat as the location for a one million cars per annum unit. Maruti Suzuki is keenly scouting for a plot near Santalpur in north Gujarat , closer to Mundra port from where it already exports vehicles. Apart from the new plant, Ford is significantly expanding its capacities in its existing facility in Tamil Nadu.

Ford plans to introduce 8 new models by the middle of the decade


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Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Top Head Lines

World Wide News:

>Trio of MP4-12c GT3 race cars to star for McLaren GT total 24 hours of Spa.

>Japanese auto firms announce they are on the road of recovery from the March 11 disaster.

>China's largest automobile exporter Chery planning to invest $ 170 million in a plant in Argentina.

>Vodafone McLaren Mercedes and Hilton Worldwide culinary competition names Hilton Amsterdam's Franz Conde winner.


Indian News:

>Car sales to be affected by RBI interest rates hike proposal.

>Australia seeking to become partners with Indian automotive industry.

>Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone invites Indian entrepreneurs to set up overseas business.

>GM India looking at expansion of capacity at its two plants.

>Hike in excise duties for cars on the cards.

>First edition of Mahindra Monsoon challenge 2011 witnesses good competition.

>Maruti Suzuki reports 18 percent growth in profits at Rs 549.23 crore in Q1.

>MeriCAR.com launches consumer complaints and reviews for car workshops in India.

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News Buzz

News of World Wide Market:

>Luxury car sales continue to grow in China.

>Daimler to invest $ 2 billion on Mercedes-Benz Alabama plant expansion.

>Lewis Hamilton clinches the German F1 Grand Prix.

>Volvo To Launch Cheaper Variants In India To Increase Sales.

>Electric Vehicle maker THINK gets a new owner.


#News of Indian Market:

>Audi introduces the new Audi A8 L W12 quattro at Rs 1.26 crore.

>Luxury tractors to be sold on invitations in Indian market by M&M.

>Volvo might introduce corporate luxury sedans of S60 and S80 models in India next year.

>HM-Mitsubishi provides first-hand rallying experience to customers aboard Cedia.

>Mitsubishi Pajero Heart-in-Mouth Rally kick-starts from Ludhiana.

>Tata Motors registers a 21 percent decline in its net debt in FY11 at Rs 21,480 crore.

>British High Commission and JCB India orgainse cycle rally to raise awareness on cancer.

>Rayat Bahra VECV automotive technology center inaugurated in Mohali.

>Ashok Leyland-Nissan joint venture sets a target of 1.4 lakh unit sales in next three years.

>Force India registers its F1 race of the season in German Grand Prix with a sixth place finish.

>Global paint and coatings major AkzoNobel launches global car refinish brand Dynacoat in India.

>FORCE Motors signs a License Agreement with Daimler AG for MPV technology.

Breaking News: Honda 2012 CR-V official picture and details

-Honda has released the first official pictures of its highly anticipated 2012 CR-V. the car looks much better in the official pictures.

The Japanese carmaker is not announcing the picture as the production version of the 2012 CR-V Yet. Instead, they have named this   
 extremely close to production vehicle as the 2012 CR-V Concept. The new car is is expected to hit the dealerships in the USA by the end of 2011. In its latest avatar. 

The CR-V will retain its 2.4-liter 4-cylinder petrol engine. Power would go up slightly from the current 180bhp, and so would fuel efficiency. The 2.2-liter i-DTEC diesel would also be a part of the package for the European countries (India too, in all probability) and would dish out more than 165bhp. The new CR-V will be available with both FWD and AWD. There will also be a new 6-speed auto in the offing.

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Monday, July 25, 2011

‎Cheap,Small and Powerful

GM India Launched its Small Hatchback in Diesel Version

The Beat Diesel becomes India's smallest Diesel engine passenger car

>here is some Information abut New Diesel Version.. :)

-> prices for the Beat Diesel
-Beat Diesel PS 4.29lakhs
-Beat Diesel LS 4.59Lakhs
-Beat Diesel LT 4.99lakhs
-Beat Diesel LT Option 5.45 lakhs

->3 years or 1lakh KMs warranty on the Beat Diesel which is unmatched :O
->15000kms engine oil change for the Beat Diesel.
->The Beat Diesel has a claimed fuel efficiency of 24kmpl :D
->Engine : 1L Fiat Multijet Diesel engine
->Power: 57bhp
->Torque: 100Nm@4400rpm
->Transmission: 5 Manual gears:
->Suspension: McPherson Strut, Compound Link Type
->Steering: Tilt
->Brakes: Disc
->Tyre size: 155/70 R14
->Ground clearance: 165.00 mm
->Fuel tank capacity: 35 ltrs
->Seating capacity: 5



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Ever thought of World's most powerful diesel engine??

The RTA96C-14 turbocharged two-stroke diesel engine is produced by a Swiss company Wartsila-Sulzer and is the largest and most powerful diesel engine in the world today! The engine is designed to provide the motive force for a variety of supertankers and container ships.

>Technical Specifications
¤Cylinders: 14 in-line
¤Cylinder Bore: 38 inches
¤Stroke: 98 inches.
¤Cylinder's displacement: 111,143 cubic inches (1820 litres)
¤Power output of each cylinder: 7780 hp
So Total displacement comes out to 1,556,002 cubic inches (25,480 litres) for the 14-cylinder version.

¤TOTAL POWER OUTPUT: 1,08,920 hp @ 102 rpm

At a length of 89 feet and a height of 44 feet, the total engine weight is 2300 tons. The crankshaft alone weighs 300 tons.

So folks whats your pick on this??

Friday, July 22, 2011

Next Gen Maruti 800 spied

Autocar India have managed to get a spy pic of upcoming Maruti Suzuki 800.

The New 800 'll have the same 796 cc (FD 8 & that is used in current Alto, that 'll help it to comply with current emission norms (BS IV) & therefore it 'll re-enter the Metro cities again, where it was discontinued earlier due to new emission norms.


Exteriors & Interiors have been refreshed. In the pic, exteriors definately looks more upmarket than before.

Maruti 'll launch it as a sub compact Rs 2 lakh car, that 'll target Nano.

Source : Autocar India

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

First Drive : Chevrolet Beat Diesel

The Chevrolet Beat diesel is powered by the 3 cylinder of the fiat multijet motor. At idle, its amazingly refined and close to very silent. As a safety measure, the idle does not cross 3000 rpm. The lag is there but driveability wise, the Figo and Micra are better.

Outright performance on the highway is nothing to write home about and this is strictly a city car meant for a bit of highway use. For an electric steering, the feel is good and better than the Micra. Ride is overall above average, handling is friendly though

the Figo is infinitely better in this regard. Turbo starts to spool up at 2000 rpm but some lag is felt below it. The perfect range is 1800-3200 rpm to get the maximum out of this engine.

On highway, the Swift isof course, quicker. The Micra and Figo feel a tad more user friendly than the Beat. the 3 cylinder engine makes its prescence felt at 3000 rpm and the thrum will as usual fall short as compared to the smoothness of the 4 cylinder. To suceed, it will have to be priced below the Figo. It will have the same 4
variants with same levels of equipment-PS, LS, LT and LT with alloys, ABS and dual airbags. We drove the LT without ABS and braking was

quite okay. We are assuming a price tag of 4.30-5.20. Though its still too early to comment.

''Launch is on July 25th''
 
 Our Verdict : A gud City Car :)
Test Driver : Siddharth Shankar

Monday, July 18, 2011

Suzuki to Launch Swift Sport in Early 2012

According to some latest reports, Japanese car maker Suzuki Motor Corp. will launch the performance version of the new Swift dubbed the Swift Sport in select international markets in early 2012.

While India did not get the previous generation Swift Sport, Suzuki says the model will be a three-door hatchback with styling inspired by the S-Concept. Suzuki S-Concept was introduced at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

2012 Suzuki Swift Sport will be powered by 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 134 bhp. The car will be available with both Manual and Automatic transmission.

Considering that the new Swift will be lighter than the previous model, it would translate into a very favorable power-weight ratio and improved performance.

The Swift Sport will be the first three door version of 2011 Swift. The car will have a wide body and plenty of cosmetic upgrades. The Swift Sport will have better aerodynamics, an aggressive front bumper, a rear wing and diffuser and side skirts with air scoops.

Saturday, July 16, 2011

GM India To Launch SAIC Models By 2012

The joint venture company between General Motors and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) has launched cars in Chinese market last year. According to the latest reports, GM India will launch completely Indianised version of SAIC vehicles in local market by 2012. The new Diesel Beat is scheduled for launch in July 25. During the preview of this car in Goa, the MD and head of the company, Karl Slym spoke about the new car as well as their plans for the upcoming 18 months.

According to him, they plan to launch around 5 more models in different fuel options within the upcoming 18 months, of which, some are segment defining models. They also plan to introduce two new products with SAIC, their JV partner by 2012, beginning with LCVs.

These models will be sold through their existing dealer outlets in India. Currently they have more than 240 sales showrooms, which they plan to expand to about 300 outlets this year.

Mr. Karl said that new Chevrolet Beat Diesel is being manufactured at the Talegaon facility and India will be the only country that will produce the diesel version of Chevrolet Beat. The basic foundation of this 1 litre engine is General Motors’ 1.3 Litre 4 cylinder SDE variant, which has been through the well-known Bangalore Technical Centre. This technical centre has been working on the engine since last 3 years in alliance with General Motors Powertrain Europe.


Gold plated Tata Nano?

Yes You heard it right. Tata is working on a Gold plated Nano. The car 'll have 75 kg's of Pure Gold ,10 kg's of Pure Silver & it 'll also have some semi pressured stones embedded on it. According to some reports the plating is being done in Gujrat. The car has been made for a promotion campaign that Tata 'll start across the Nation very soon for increasing sales of Nano. The car 'll be set on display in many cities of India. 


So will you be there to take a glimpse of it?


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Lamborghini Bicycle.

Price : £160
The two-wheeler, which wears the Lambo’s legendary badge is designed and built by the company owned by Ferrucio Lamborghini’s son, Tonino. 21-speed Hybrid that’s meant for roads and trails, and is finished in stylish sunrise yellow.
Dreamt of becoming a Lambo owner, here is your chance! And you don’t need a lot of cash to realize this dream. So what if its only a Lambo bicycle?, still it wears a Lamborghini badge


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