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Toyota Reaches 4 Lakh Mark

rajiv — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:43:47 +0000

Toyota India has been successful in attaining 4 lakh Mark in India. There are now four lakh Toyota cars in India. The company has achieved this mark in the 11th year of its tenure in India. Toyota is the world's largest carmaker by sales. And it plans to increase the Toyota dealerships from 93 to 150 by 2011. By 2011, the company will launch a small car and for its launch the second production plant would be set up in Bangalore at an investment of Rs 3,200 crore.

Sandeep Singh, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) Deputy Managing Director (Marketing), said in a statement that it is a big step for the auto market and the company. Toyota, which is present in India through a joint venture with the Kirloskar Group, currently sells Toyota Prado and Toyota Land Cruiser, Toyota Corolla Altis, Toyota Camry, Toyota Fortuner and Toyota Innova. Toyota Prius is expected to be showcased in Auto Expo 2010.

[Via: Cars India

Chevrolet Slashes Captiva Price

rajiv — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:03:51 +0000

GM India has cut prices of the Chevrolet Captiva in order to make the SUV more value for money. The price reduction for the manual transmission variant of the Captiva is Rs 2.16 lakh which now costs Rs 18.37 lakh whereas the automatic variant is now cheaper by Rs 2.32 lakh taking the price to Rs 20.18 lakh (all prices ex-showroom, Mumbai). This sudden price reduction surely has something to do with a car which has changed the fortune of this segment.

[Via: motorbeam]

Fiat India Back On Track – Linea Crosses 10000 Mark

rajiv — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 06:59:30 +0000

The year 2009 has been a revival of sorts for one of the country's most endeared car brands. For the past few years Fiat has been preparing for this new phase in the Indian market and the efforts have met with tremendous response. The beginning of the year saw the launch of its sedan, Linea which is at the core of Fiat's success in recent times.

Linea within nine months of its launch has crossed the milestone of clocking more than 10,000 units. This figure becomes even more important considering that Fiat sold a total of 3550 cars in the corresponding period last year from January to September. Also, the Grande Punto has sold more than 5000 units within three months of its introduction.

Speaking about the milestone, Mr. Rajeev Kapoor, CEO, Fiat India Automobiles Ltd said, "Fiat is a brand which has been deeply rooted in the Indian psyche for many decades now. Our dream is to see a lot many Fiat vehicles plying on Indian roads. The milestone achieved by Linea is a testimony that we are inching closer towards this goal. Now, we are confident that the Grande Punto will emulate if not exceed this success."

[Via: CW]

Bajaj loses its case before the Supreme Court

rajiv — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:43:39 +0000

After being successful in its appeals before the Madras High Court, today TVS was again vindicated in its stance before the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court in a judgment pronounced today, in Special Leave Petitions filed by Bajaj Auto Limited against the Madras High Court order, held that TVS is entitled to sell its product "Flame" containing three valves and two spark plugs.

The Madras High Court had in its order passed in May in TVS' appeals allowed TVS' application for an interim injunction restraining Bajaj from in any way interfering with the manufacture and marketing of TVS' products using internal combustion engines with three valves and two spark plugs pending disposal of TVS' suit against Bajaj for unjustified threats of infringement.

The Supreme Court has directed TVS to maintain and file accounts of sales which shall be verified by a receiver to be appointed by the Madras High Court. Further the Court has directed that the suit before the Madras High Court be heard on a day to day basis on commencement after Dussehra vacations and that the hearing be concluded by 30 th November 2009.

TVS to produce Twin Spark Plug Flame

rajiv — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:42:44 +0000

In the patent dispute between Bajaj Auto Limited v. TVS Motor Company Limited, the Supreme Court of India has allowed TVS to sell the twin spark plug TVS-Flame by its order dated 16th September 2009.

The Company will take steps to obtain all necessary certifications required under law such as under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, before commencing sales of twin spark plug TVS-Flame.

More Photos Of New Yamaha FZ16, FZS, Fazer Limited Edition Variants

rajiv — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:54:30 +0000

More Photos Of New Yamaha FZ16, FZS, Fazer Limited Edition Variants

Opel Brand Sold

rajiv — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:00:44 +0000

Magna International Inc. ("Magna") and Savings Bank of the Russian Federation ("Sberbank") announced that their joint offer to acquire a 55% interest in Adam Opel GmbH ("Opel") has been selected by both General Motors Company ("GM") and the Opel Trust as the preferred solution to address the future of Opel.

Under the offer, the acquired 55% interest in Opel would be owned 50:50 by a Magna/Sberbank consortium ("Consortium") with GM retaining a 35% interest and Opel employees acquiring 10% as part of a new labour framework. The offer contemplates a total equity investment by the Consortium of Euro 500 million over time.

Completion of the purchase remains subject to finalization of definitive agreements and other conditions, including government-backed financing and regulatory approvals.

[Via: CW]

Tata Motors To Launch Limited Edition Indigo CS

rajiv — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:09:01 +0000

In a bid to spice things up for the worlds cheapest sedan, Tata Motors will launch a Limited Edition variant of the of Indigo CS this festive season. The Tata Indigo CS Limited Edition will get new headlamps with blinkers, turn indicators on rear view mirrors, new wooden finish centre console, leather wrapped steering wheel, new door handle caps, sport pedals and six way power electric seats. The limited edition variant will be available in Procelain White with dark chrome coloured badges which seems quite similar to the Limited Edition Indica Vista.

[Via: motorbeam]

New Ford Endeavour Launched

rajiv — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:23:41 +0000

Ford India has launched the all new 2010 variant of Endeavour in Indian Market. It is available in 2 models - 2.5L XLT 4x2 and the 3.0L Thunder+ 4x4. With the competition heating up the current generation endeavour started looking outdated. It is expected that the new model is going to change all this and will beat the current segment leader - The Toyota Fortuner.

Following changes have been made in the New Endeavour:

- New Front Grille which gives it a bold & fresh look.
- New Headlights which now has rounded corners.
- New Tail Lights with crystal clear lens.
- New Bumpers with integrated new fog lights.
- New Touchscreen DVD/MP3 player
- Satellite Navigation System.
- Introduction of 5-Speed Auto transmission.

New Endeavour is available with two engine options:

2499cc, TDCi with VGT, DOHC
2953cc, TDCi with VGT, DOHC

The 2.5 litre engine generates maxiumu power of 142 Bhp at 3500 rpm with maximum torque of 330 Nm at 1800 rpm. The 3.0 litre engine generates maxiumu power of 154 Bhp at 3200 rpm with maximum torque of 380 Nm at 2500 rpm.

New Endeavour is available in five shades:

- Panther Black
- Morello
- Moondust Silver
- Sea Grey
- Diamond White

The new Endeavour has been priced at Rs 15.01 Lakhs for the 2.5 Litre TDCi and Rs 17.38 Lakhs for the 3.0 Litre TDCi, all prices Ex-Showroom, Delhi.

2011 Porsche Boxster Spy Video

rajiv — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:38:38 +0000

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