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.

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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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 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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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??

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

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

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.

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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