BMW To Launch 3-Series Executive
BMW India is set to make a bang with the launch of BMW 3-Series Executive which is stripped down version of regular 3-Series from which many options and accessories have been removed to make it more affordable.
It is expected that BMW 3-Series Executive is going to be priced around 24 lakh rupees which will make it the best sedan in its segment in comparison to its main rivals Audi A4 & Mercedes C-Class.
Honda’s entry level bike in final stages
Honda India is on the final stages of production of its 100cc bike and the Japanese automobile major plans to unveil it soon. The 100cc is the largest segment in terms of volume in the Indian two-wheeler market. HMSI has presence in the 125-cc segment with the Shine and the Stunner models and in the premium 150cc segment with the Unicorn.
HMSI vice-president and operating head-purchase Anupam Mohindroo told reporters that the firm will soon launch the 100cc variant at the Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi. He further added that the 100cc vehicle will be a different model, unlike most other 100cc offerings as it will be based on the lines of the CBF Stunner 125.
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TVS Wego Launched
After the huge success of recently launched Apache RTR 180 & Flame SR125, TVS India is has launched all new scooterette - TVS Wego . It has been launched with a price tag of 41,000 (Ex-Showroom). It is powered by a new 110cc engine which also powers the TVS Jive . The 110cc engine generates maximum power of 8.4 Bhp at 7500 rpm with 8 Nm of torque at 5500 rpm. TVS has good experience in manufacturing scooterettes with automatic trasmission as they are selling TVS Scooty n good numbers.
[Via: Bikes India ]
TVS Jive Launched
After the huge success of recently launched Apache RTR 180 & Flame SR125, TVS India is has tapped the market of clutchless bikes with the launch of TVS Jive . It has been launched with a price tag of 42,500 (Ex-Showroom). Jive comes with with 4-speed transmission but features an handfree gearshift and It comes with Tmatic technology. TVS Jive comes with gear Indicator and underseat space (bottle,umbrella and document). It is powered by a new 110cc engine which also powers the TVS Wego .
The 110cc engine generates maximum power of 8.4 Bhp at 7500 rpm with 8.3 Nm of torque at 5500 rpm. TVS has good experiance in manufacturing bikes with automatic clutch as they are selling TVS Neo in Indonesia and it is selling in good numbers.
[Via: Bikes India ]
Rolls Royce Ghost Launched In India
Rolls Royce has launched the Ghost has been launched in India and at Rs 2.5 crore and above, it's now one of the most expensive luxury cars available in the country. Rolls-Royce expects to sell a total of around 75 cars in India in 2010, of which the Ghost could comprise 50-60 units. Rolls-Royce, which sold 15 units of the Phantom in India last year, sold a total of only 1,212 cars worldwide in 2008. Now, with the smaller, less expensive Ghost joining its line-up, the British luxury car manufacturer is hoping to double its sales in 2010 and expects future growth to come from countries like China and India.
Powered by a 6.6-litre twin-turbo V12 that kicks out 563 horsepower and 780Nm of torque, the R-R Ghost is fitted with an eight-speed shift-by-wire automatic transmission from ZF. The car accelerates from zero to 100km/h in 4.7 seconds and hits an electronically limited top speed of 248km/h.With dealerships only in Mumbai and Delhi, Rolls-Royce has a very limited presence in India, but has still garnered 25 bookings for the Ghost already.
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Tata Indica Vista 1st Anniversary Edition Launched
Tata Motors is celebrating the 1st Anniversary of the Indica Vista with the launch of Limited Edition Indica Vista. Component wise there is not much changes except some minor tweaks. This includes a new set of alloy wheels,TAN leather strips in cock pit and door trims. which comes in an exclusive colour combination - porcelain white bodywork with a black roof and royal gold with earth metallic finish roof and outside rear view mirrors.
Tata has further added ebony black interior and special S-TEC seats to this special edition India Vista. It will also enhance your in car entertainment experience as it comes with integrated stereo as well. Tata is offering the Special versions in two shades, Royal Gold and Porcelain White.
In addition to the features available in top model of Indica Vista the 1st Anniversary Edition comes with:
- All New Alloy wheels
- Ashen Color S-TEC Leather Seats
- 1st anniversary emblem
- 2 DIN Music System
- Ebony Black Color Interior Scheme
- Tan Leather On Cockpit & Door Trims
- Available In Royal Gold and Porcelain White
- Roof & Outside Rear View Mirros Painted In Earth Metallic Shade
The Indica Vista 1st Anniversary Edition Diesel is priced at Rs 5,20,000 (Ex-showroom Mumbai), while the 10th Anniversary Safire Petrol Indica Vista is priced at Rs 4,27,000 (Ex-showroom Mumbai). The prices of 1st Anniversary Edition are around thirty thousand more in comparison to the price of top model of Indica Vista.
[Via: Cars India ]
Tata Nano To Get New Features + Minor Facelift
Tata Motors is in the process of upgrading the world's cheapest car Nano in the coming few months. Acting on the feedback from the market, the car will get small but significant upgrades with in the next six months. The Nano will get a higher rev limit at 6000 rpm compared to the conservative 5000 rpm earlier. The higher rev limit will improve performance especially in the first two gears allowing greater pull from the engine, important when going up an incline with full load, but the top speed will remain the same at 105 kph.
Other changes include a newly modified outside rear view mirror which is less cumbersome owing to the movement of the mirror with in the casing negating the need for moving the whole assembly while adjusting. The newer design will also make it possible to introduce electric adjustment in the future if Tata Motors wants to. The doors will also have check straps to limit the door opening. The most significant upgrade in the coming months will be the tailgate which can be opened improving the utility. The present sealed glass unit is inconvenient especially when there are passengers sitting on the rear seat.
The limited capacity is also a blessing in disguise for the company as the changes can be in-corporated before the production is shifted to the main plant in Sanand, Gujrat. Tata Motors is also in advanced stages of the development of the Tata Nano Diesel which will be introduced by the end of 2011. The all new twin cylinder engine will be one of the smallest diesel engine with common rail technology and will develop a healthy 40 bhp.
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TVS Flame DS125 Launched
Overcoming a technology infringement case from Bajaj Auto, TVS Motors has re-launched the much awaited 'Flame' with Twin Spark Plug technology after obtaining all necessary permissions and clearances in accordance with law. This executive segment bike has been launched as TVS Flame DS125 and it is propelled by 3 valve CC-VTi technology, fired by twin spark plugs. Developed with AVL Austria, this 125 cc three valve engine is tuned to the ideal swirl-tumble port combination so that it delivers superior performance while simultaneously enhancing low, mid range power and delivering high fuel efficiency.
TVS Flame DS125 is the only motorcycle in the country to have a unique combination of three valves and two spark plugs. Packing in 10.5 bhp at the rate 7500 rpm, TVS Flame DS125 has a top speed of 95 kmph. Futuristic styling and technology deployed in this motorcycle gives it best-in-class appeal. Flame DS125's styling includes trendy headlight with two position lamps and embedded turn signal indicators which give the bike a sporty finish. The 240 mm front disc brake is complemented with a chic triangular exhaust that is not only unique but also enhances performance and delivers a pleasing sound with low emissions. The rear end of the bike sports a dual lens tail lamp. It comes with electric start and has been priced at Rs. 49,200 ex-showroom. TVS Flame DS 125 comes in dual tone colours of red and black.
[Via: Bikes India ]