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Press Release – Chevrolet Beat Diesel

ed — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:29:48 +0000

Chevrolet India has launched the Beat Diesel in India. The base model of Beat Diesel has been priced Rs. 4.29 lakhs (Ex-showroom New Delhi). It is available in nine attractive shades. All Chevrolet dealers have started accepting bookings of Beat Diesel. It is powered by 936cc diesel engine which generates maximum power of 57 bhp with maximum torque of 150 Nm

Main Features of Chevrolet Beat Diesel

- Advanced engine design, engineering & packaging.
- Combination of features and engine components package that provides improved performance.
- Significant improvement in NVH characteristics of the engine leading to more comfortable driving experience.
- Smart engine design and technology that provides optimum fuel efficiency in varied driving conditions.
- Higher low end torque delivery for improved driving experience in stop and go traffic conditions.
- Rigorously tested & proven in extreme Indian road and climatic conditions.

Price Of Chevrolet Beat Diesel in New Delhi

- Chevrolet Beat Diesel PS - 4,29,000.00
- Chevrolet Beat Diesel LS - 4,59,000.00
- Chevrolet Beat Diesel LT - 4,99,000.00
- Chevrolet Beat Diesel LT Option - 5,45,000.00

Pro-Vario Assist Featherlite - EPS (PAF EPS)

- Smoothest easy drive Electronic Power Steering
- Human Comfort Technology for higher power steering assist for lowest effort in parking maneuvers & low speed driving.
- Road speed dependant progressively variable assist levels above 40kmph for increased road feel & optimum vehicle control.

Intelligent Launch Support System (ILSS)

- ILSS ensures effortless launch, specially on gradients in conjunction with Advanced Insta-Torque Boost (AIB) & Electronic Throttle.
- Electronic Clutch Switch detects clutch pedal has been pressed therefore optimum torque is delivered.

Advanced Insta-Torque Boost (AIB)

- Smart Turbo-charger with vacuum activated wastegate cuts in smoothly for instant torque build-up.
- Highest Torque per Litre in Mini Segment.
- Helps during overtaking maneuvers by sensing torque demand & providing instant torque through immediate engine RPM increase.

Smart Engine & Clutch Protection Mode (SECP)

- Engine Protection Mode manages engine torque & power output based on inputs from coolant temperature sensor and engine oil pressure sensor.
- Smart electronically controlled logic ensures launch RPMs are maintained in the safe zone.
- Clutch Assembly protection during car launch on grades – specially designed for Indian Driving Conditions & New Drivers.
- Aids Fuel Efficiency and minimizes clutch wear for lower running & maintenance costs.

Gas Charged Rebound Tuned Suspension (GRTS)

- GRT suspension tuned to maximise ride comfort and dynamic vehicle handling.
- Specially tuned suspension for Indian driving conditions & customer preferences.
- Wider tires aid better road grip and enhance high speed cornering as well as braking efficiency

Stylish Headlamps - With its twin-barrel design and polycarbonate outer lenses, the headlamps stretch from the front fascia to the back of the hood, providing enhanced lighting and style.

Dynamic Front Fog Lamps - Integrated into ‘shark fin-shaped’ bezels in the front bumper, these chrome-rimmed lamps increase illumination to let you enjoy your drive in every season.

Recessed Rear Door Handles - An integrated design for the rear door handles gives it a unique, sporty two-door appearance without sacrificing the four-door utility.

Muscular Side Profile - Crisp lines, dramatic wheel arches, steeply raked A-pillar; rising beltline and a rear swept roofline add thrill to your ride.

Satin Silver Roof Rails - Design to complement and enhance the dynamic, sporty appearance.

Unique Instrument Cluster - The unique steering column-mounted instrument cluster displays an LED backlit analogue speedometer, LCD digital tachometer and ice-blue illuminated controls.

Integrated Central Control Panel and Dash - Advanced integrated central panel with graphic infotainment display, HVAC controls, radio and CD player with MP3, USB and Aux-in compatibility, it makes on-board operation easier by giving you access to these key interior features.

Automatic Air Conditioning - Automatic climate control maintains the cabin temperature at a desired level.

Integrated Central Console and Dash - Innovative integrated central panel with graphic infotainment display, Air Conditioning controls, radio and CD player with MP3, USB and Aux-in compatibility.

Tilt Steering - Ensuring a comfortable drive, the tilt function helps to adjust the steering wheel according to the need of the driver.

Smart Cabin Space - Its 60:40 split-folding rear seat with cushion folding provides flexible seating and boot storage options for comfortable long drives.

Best in Segment Ground Clearance of 175 mm

Safety Cage - With nearly 60% of the structure constructed with high-strength steel, it adds strength to critical points and provides optimum protection to passengers by absorbing the energy during a collision.

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) - Prevents the wheels from locking while braking and allows steering control, especially on slippery surfaces for those adventurous drives.

Dual Airbags - Equipped with dual front airbags and front seat belts with load limiters to ensure complete safety.

Advanced Low Rolling Resistance Silica Tyres - With wider profile for better road grip and improved fuel efficiency.

Press Release – Toyota Etios Liva

ed — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 04:32:16 +0000

June 27, 2011, Delhi: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced its entry into the popular hatchback segment in India, with the launch of Etios Liva. Etios sedan and the hatchback Etios Liva - built on the same platform – have been specifically developed for the Indian customers. Etios Liva inherits its name from its sedan, Etios. The word Liva has been coined from the dynamic and positive terms - Lively and Live Life to the fullest - which reflects the spirit and image of the car. It is targeted at today’s youth whose spirit and belief is translated into the advertising line for Etios Liva -“LIV TMRRW 2DAY”.

Tagged – ‘Q Class Hatch’ - Etios Liva is stylishly designed and portrays a youthful and sporty image. Etios Liva will carry forward the ‘Q’ Class experience from Etios and will offer Toyota’s legendary QDR standard – Quality, Durability and Reliability at an affordable price.

Etios Liva will be available in four variants, J, G, V and VX, competitively priced between xxx and xxx ex-showroom Delhi. The product highlights include youthful and sporty design, best-in-class cabin space, superior ride comfort and best-in-class fuel efficiency.

Etios Liva was launched by Mr. Hiroji Onishi, (President, Toyota Motor Asia Pacific, Marketing and Sales) in the presence of Mr. Vikram Kirloskar (Vice Chairman, TKM), Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa (Managing Director, TKM), Mr. Sandeep Singh (Deputy Managing Director-Marketing, TKM) and Mr. Yoshinori Noritake, (Chief Engineer of the Etios and Etios Liva, Toyota Motor Corporation).

Commenting on the launch of the Etios, Mr. Hiroji Onishi, President, TMAP, Marketing and Sales said: “India is an integral part of our global growth strategy. The Etios project is a milestone not only for Toyota in India but for Toyota globally. The Etios Liva has been designed focusing on the Indian customer’s aspirations, tastes and preferences that were gathered, studied and understood through extensive research. We are delighted by the overwhelming response received by the Etios customers. The Etios has been well accepted by our customers. We hope the Etios Liva will further reinforce the Toyota brand in India, making Toyota a household name.”

Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Vice Chairman, TKM, said “The Etios project is the first of its kind not for TKM alone, but also for Toyota across the globe. The key to this project, is to make TKM self sufficient by increasing the level of localization. As announced earlier, we plan to locally produce engines and transmissions at Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts, in the third quarter of 2012. This will help us increase the local parts content in the Etios and further contribute to the social and economic growth, by enhancing self sufficiency, generating employment and expanding operations in India. Localization will further help us develop our suppliers and facilitate them to meet global standards of production. It will also generate employment and provide opportunity for expansion and growth, further strengthening our supplier base in India.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, MD, TKM, said “I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our Etios customers. After the good response received by the Etios, we further expanded our production in order to cater to the huge demand. The annual production capacity will be increased to 2,10,000 units by the second quarter of 2012.

In line with our ‘customer first philosophy’, we wish to keep our customers happy and satisfied by understanding the customer’s preferences and enhancing the product by incorporating their feedback. With the Etios Liva we have now entered the mass volume segment. Toyota vehicles are now available to all aspirational buyers in the middle income group.

At Toyota, we truly believe in growing with the society. We wish to sell many more vehicles and contribute to the growth of the Indian automobile industry. Entering into the mass volume segment will help us realize this aim.”

Mr. Yoshinori Noritake, Chief Engineer of Etios and Etios Liva said “With the Etios Liva, we aspire to offer the best suited car for the Indian customer at an affordable price, while providing a vehicle that is “one class above”. After interviewing and studying the customer preferences in India, we found, the need for affordably priced, quality cars was constantly growing. We first observed various aspects that were sought after by the customer and then enhanced the features and performance aspects that were truly needed while doing away with the excessive design elements.

The stylish, sporty and trendy Toyota Etios Liva has been designed to appeal to today’s youth. We have also added style by offering aero kits with front, rear and side skirt that is sure to make heads turn. The sporty steering wheel, instrument panel -designed to give a aircraft cockpit image, a premium audio system, audio system with Aux in, USB and a wireless remote adds on to the fun, youthful and sporty image of the car.”

Talking about the Etios Sales and Marketing strategy in India, Sandeep Singh, DMD-Marketing, TKM, said “ The marketing campaign for the Etios Liva is exciting, innovative and abreast with the latest marketing tools, digital initiatives and promotions. Promotional activities targeting the youth have been planned in the popular youth hangouts like malls, pubs and also in colleges. Music maestro A R Rahman, the Brand Ambassador for Etios and Etios Liva has composed a special tune for Etios Liva ad campaign. He will also feature in a trendy music video. The music composed by Rahman, captures the spirit of today’s youth and the sporty image of Etios Liva – “Bari Humari Hai” (Its our turn now). Watch out for Rahman’s Etios Liva tune in the TV commercial and the music video on your television screens starting today.

We have more than 20,000 happy Etios customers across the nation. Etios has been received well and appreciated by our customers. The sale for Etios was overwhelming, as we sold more than we actually planned. We have brought down the waiting period to less than a month by increasing the production. We look forward to serving more and more customers with Etios Liva and hope that we continue to delight our customers with the Q Class experience. Etios Liva will go on sale and is on display at all our dealerships starting today. We currently have 158 dealerships and will expand our dealer network to 175 by the end of this year. We aim to come closer to our customers and help them avail the best of Toyota’s “Q” Class Service.”

Etios Liva is priced between Rs 3,99,000. and Rs 5,99,000. ex showroom, Delhi.

Vehicle Outline

(a) Exterior - Etios Liva is designed around the concept of ‘Bold Simplicity’. A cutting-edge and leading design that aims for a body frame and stance that stands out in a crowd. A distinctive front grille with a smile line, sculpted surface and dynamic character-line in the front and rear, enhance the presence of the Etios Liva. The aero kit – with front and rear bumper skirt, side skirt and roof spoiler. The roof has a unique design for better aerodynamics and clean appearance.

(b) Interior - The two toned ergonomically designed interiors are comfortable and sporty. The area surrounding the driver’s seat is given the image of a cockpit by separating the operating zone from the display zone. Large centre meter panel, that provides excellent visibility and easy to read dials. The interiors are simple yet functional, giving a high sense of quality.

The Etios Liva has best-in-class cabin space, large boot space with 251L capacity, a spacious 13L cooled glove box, seven one litre bottle holders, mobile holder and many more such useful storage spaces inside the car.

(c) Performance and Comfort - A newly developed 1.2L, 16V DOHC engine coupled with a 5-Speed manual transmission that produces high output for superior driving performance. The torque is available at low rpm for less gear shifting and stress-free city driving.

The Etios has a best-in-class mileage of 18.31kmpl as certified by testing agency.

Electric power steering for excellent maneuverability and tilt steering ensures a good ergonomic driving experience. The steering comes with audio controls for comfort at the driver’s fingertips.

The flat type rear floor design offers ease of movement for rear seat passengers. With its rigid body structure and world class Mac Pherson Strut, the Etios has superior dampening performance providing superior ride comfort.

A class-first ‘clean air filter’ which is standard across all grades for purified air in the cabin.

(d) Safety - The Etios has various active and passive safety features like (i) Energy absorbing body shell (ii) Driver & Passenger Air bags and (iii) ABS with EBD and (iv) Seatbelts. It’s centrally located combimeter reduces eye movement and hence the driver can concentrate on the road.

(e) Special Treatment - To adopt to the various diverse climate and usage conditions in India, special treatment and countermeasures have been implemented.

- Good ground clearance of 170mm

- Under body protection to prevent damage to fuel and brake lines.

- Anti-corrosion steel sheets at areas prone to rusting and stone hits.

- Chipping resistant paint on rocker mould & fender.

Tata Pixel Unvieled

ed — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 05:29:26 +0000

Tata Motors India has launched its next young gen city car concept, the Tata Pixel. Unleashed at the eighty-one Geneva Motor Show via Ratan Tata, Tata Pixel is an urban vehicle concept mainly enhanced or the Europe. Based on the Tata Nano, the Tata Pixel is just over 3 metres in length & when Tata reaches India in 3 years from nowadays, it'll be up against Maruti Alto. The rear-engine Tata Pixel is powered via a 1200cc litre three cylinder turbo charged diesel car. Tata cars claims this down friction design motor alongwith optimized low rolling-resistance tyres, sleek drag, stop-start technology & good battery charging, will be 1 of cleanest vehicles running on Europe.

The design & engineering - the work of Tata's in-house engineers - integrates scissor doors & big glass area, comprising a panoramic roof. The car is cleanest engineering trick is a scheme that helps the outer back wheel forwards & the inner back wheel rearwards when turning at sharp angles. The setup gives the Tata Pixel with turning radius of now 2.6 meters. Speaking on occasion, Carl-Peter Forster, CEO & MD, Tata Motors, said, 'Tata Cars holds true to its faith which there is an chance in Europe for a urban car, that is optimum in space, maneuverability & environment-friendliness. Tata Pixel is reflection of Tata Motors' estimate of what such a vehicle should be."

Ford India to Export Figo

ed — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 04:05:29 +0000

Ford Motor India will have another big year. The Ford Motor auxiliary plans Figo exports to approximately 48 countries or cities, including Africa, Middle East and South America. Last year saw Ford exports 7000 Figo cars to sell the South Africa. Now, Nepal also can option the Ford Figo. Ford cars India is concentrating on exporting to European countries. Ford Motors India hopes to sell 100000 cars in this year at the home front. The idea is to attain a 50% increase rate to consolidate its rank in the Indian market, after creating a record by selling around by 83,887 cars in last year. Kerala has been big markets as Ford sold 1500 Figo cars in hundred days from unveil. Thereafter, Ford managed to sell an entire number or cars approximately 4,000 in this year. If things as per their planning, the Indian market would have 8 latest vehicles to choose from the Ford Motors India stable.

Chevrolet Beat LPG Launched

ed — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:58:24 +0000

General Motors India has unveiled the Chevrolet Beat LPG which features are very sophisticated for the Next Generation LPG (Liquefied petroleum gas) Kit. Different from the Venturi type LPG kit that has been reigning the market untill now, the new Chevrolet LPG Beat comes with modern Multipoint Sequential (MPS) LPG Injection Technology. All Chevrolet Beat Liquefied petroleum gas is now powered by 2nd generation 1200cc S-TEC II engine constructed at Talegaon, Pune. Light-weight of Chevrolet Beat LPG Smartech engine along with cars exceptional mileage of around 18 kmpl and an improper power delivery of 79 Bhp makes Chevrolet Beat adaptable to terrains and Indian roads. At the point of Mileage, the new Beat LPG is unmatched in itsvariants. This marvel vehicle is cut above on the benefits like fuel economy and savings.

Ford Figo Bags 20 Awards

ed — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:59:00 +0000

Between December and January, Ford India and its popular sub-compact car Ford Figo, together lifted 20 Awards in 2010, making Figo the most awarded passenger car in the country. Ford topped up the three 'Car of the Year' titles with the impressive 'Manufacturer of the Year', from a leading, jointly held broadcast and print media house. The definitively popular compact car's laurel journey began with the Indian Cars of the Year 2011' award – measured the most revered car industry award in India. Ford Figo has the largest boot in its segment but is not proving huge enough to hold all the trophies that the car has recently won.

These precious honours have come from across the automotive media industry which runs across print, web-based and broadcast mediums. They soon became infectious and garnered tremendous fame for the brand, building serious recognition and acknowledgement of the Figo's class leading attributes such as space and aesthetic design, best-in-class technology features, fuel efficient powertrains and value for money substantial package - all incorporated to address discerning consumers practical as well as lifestyle needs. Michael Boneham, president and managing director, Ford India said, We always believed that Ford Figo would be our game changer but this car has performed beyond expectations. We appreciate that our customers had a wide option in the market but they chose to buy the Ford Figo. It is they who have immensely contributed for us to win these awards. Figo attracted thousand of customers, 40% of them, were in fact, first time buyers.

Ford Figo saw support and gained fabulous popularity in social networks. Many well-known automotive blogs and sites conducted their independent polls and guests and customers voted Ford Figo as 'Car of the Year'. More than 60,000 Figos have been sold since March and Ford India recorded an impressive yearly sales increase of 184 percent as compared to 2009. Ford India saw a favourable enlargement across nameplates with the Fiesta, Ikon and the Endeavour faring well in their respective segments in the year 2010, the company sold 83,887 units and nearly tripled it sales volume against a sum of 29,488 cars sold in 2009. It gives us immense pleasure to imagine those who bought the Ford Figo would be proud to have made the purchase decision. With such a massive boost in morale, we are sure of crossing more significant milestones in 2011 – something that we are already known for, concluded Boneham

Ford India and Figo won the following awards:

* All magazine Editor Jury - Indian Car of the Year 2011
* CARS India - Readers Choice Car of the Year 2010
* 2010 ET Zig Wheels Car of the Year

* CNBC TV18-Overdrive – Compact Car of the Year
* CNBC TV18-Overdrive – Viewers Choice Award
* NDTV Car & Bike 2011 – Small Car of the Year
* NDTV Car & Bike 2011 – Design of the Year
* 2010 ET Zig Wheels Premium Hatchback of the Year
* 2010 ET Now Viewers Choice Award
* BBC Top Gear – Small Car of the Year

* Bloomberg UTV-Autocar India - Car of the Year 2010
* Bloomberg UTV-Autocar India – Value for Money Car 2011
* Bloomberg UTV-Autocar India – Premium Compact Car of the Year 2011
* Bloomberg UTV-Autocar India – Viewer's Choice - Car of the Year 2011
* Bloomberg UTV-Autocar India – Ford India - Manufacturer of the year 2011
* Business Standard Motoring – Special Jury Award 2011

* TeamBHP.com - Car of the Year 2010
* Motor Vikatan – Best Car of the Year
* Motor Vikatan – Manufacturer of the Year
* Motorbeam.com - 2010 Car of the Year

Increase in Sales of Volkswagen Cars in India

ed — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 06:58:42 +0000

Volkswagen India has registered a sales jump of over 181 per cent in year 2010. The company sold a sum of 53,341 units in the calendar year 2010 as against the sales of just 19,001 units in the calendar year 2009. In adding up to this, the party had increased its manpower by about 100% to 4,537 employees in the year as against 2,116 employees in earlier year. Marking its debut in the swiftly increasing quantity driven mass division of cars in India, the company rolled-out its compact hatchback Polo and early choice sedan Vento in year 2010. Both of these automobile models emerged as one of the best selling cars in their respective segments. According to a announcement given by Mr. John Chacko, Volkswagen Group’s chief representative in India, “This increase in production facts has made us more certain of our acceptance in the Indian market.” At present, the Volkswagen Group sells a sum of 18 automobile models through three different brands in the Indian marketplace together with Audi, Skoda and Volkswagen. The yearly invention capability of the company’s Pune based manufacturing capacity is 1,10,000 units

Maruti Cars To Get More Expensive

ed — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 04:16:57 +0000

The Indian auto giant Maruti Suzuki has rised the price of its cars by up to Rs 8,000 across all portfolio vehicles. However, the price of company’s volume driving tiny car Alto K10 has been kept unchanged. The vehicle maker has blamed the constantly rising input material cost for the hike. Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) managing executive officer (Marketing and Sales) Mayank Pareek told that they did increase the prices on January 17 ranging between 0.5%and 2.2%. This translates into a price hike in the range of s 1,000 and Rs 8,000 across different collection models of the company (except Alto K10).

Earlier very last month, MSI had announced that it would increase the price of its cars in India during January due to a steep rise in the necessary input materials including steel, copper and natural rubber. The company however hadn’t open the size of this hike at that time. While elaborating the sharp growth in the price of essential input materials, Mr. Pareek had declared in December last year, "The price of natural rubber, which used to be Rs 100 per kg, has gone up to Rs 200 per kg. Copper cost has increased by 12-15 % and steel has also seen a similar increase.”

Toyota Considering to turn Etios Customers to Liva

ed — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:53:35 +0000

Toyota never expected how successful the Etios would be in India and now are facing a serious capacity crunch for the vehicle The company has a massive classify list for the Etios and cannot finish the information immediately. It would take atleast 8 months to release all the cars to consumers who booked their opening level sedan. Thus the company is scheduling a exclusive offer to the people in queue with an choice to shift to the Etios Liva (the hatchback version of the Etios). The Toyota Etios Liva will be launched in March and Toyota is considering increase of the production of all the variants of the Etios to make certain timely delivery. The motive for Toyota considering to alter Etios customers to the hatchback on their approval is due to rising competition. The final thing Toyota wants is customers shifting to alternative brands by canceling their bookings. Thus people who have already booked the Etios will get priority delivery if they plan to change to the Etios Liva. Toyota’s Bangalore manufacturing facility can manufacture 70,000 vechiles of the Etios sedan and Liva hatchback in the first year. This comes at an investment of Rupees 3200 crore.

Senner Tuning’s Audi A1

ed — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 09:19:40 +0000

Audi A1 1.4 T-FSI in stock condition packs 122 hp and utmost maximum torque of 200 Nm. To offer the car more power, Senner Tuning installed a new air filter, revised ECU and added a new stainless steel exhaust arrangement As a outcome the little Audi A1 produces 156 hp and 250 Nm of torque. All this rides on new 18" black colour Corniche Monza rims wrapped with S1 Evo Tyres from Hankook. In addition to this in-house sport springs provide a medium lowering by 35 millimeters. The above mentioned modifications rate 4590 Euros, and includes the necessary TÜV registrations and additional warranty. Furthermore, the team from Ingelheim also offers important coilover with custom height, rebound and compression adjustment, various parts of carbon, improvement of the internal or conversion to LED rear lights. The prices for these choices are available on request.

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