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Overdrive: Mercedes Benz's fight back plan in India

Sun, 19 May 2013 08:33:25 +0530

On Overdrive this week, Mercedes Benz India MD and CEO Eberhard Kern talks about the company's fight back plan in India and Maruti Swift Dzire takes on its rival Honda Amaze.

Mahindra Scorpio, Tata Safari to replace Maruti Gypsy in Indian Army

Sat, 11 May 2013 12:08:14 +0530

The Indian Army is the biggest customer of the Maruti Gypsy utility vehicles.

Honda launches new variants of Brio; prices start at Rs 4.12 lakh

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:22:49 +0530

Honda Cars India said it has launched new variants of its small car Brio, priced between Rs 4.12 lakh and Rs 6.13 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Bajaj Auto's RE60 gets mixed responses from industry

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:11:08 +0530

The emergence of a new class of 4-wheelers has split the auto industry wide open. Even as countries like Singapore have expressed interest in Bajaj Auto's 4-wheeler the RE60, auto makers like Tata Motors say the move towards quadricycles is regressive.

Overdrive: Bajaj Auto's Kawasaki Ninja 300

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 05:43:28 +0530

Also on the show is a review of Bentley Motors' new Continental GT Speed Convertible.

Nissan offers up to 40 per cent lower EMI options

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:44:30 +0530

Japanese car maker Nissan has launched a new financing scheme that offers easier repayment options to car buyers, which can result in up to 40 per cent drop in EMIs, in its bid to perk up falling demand due to weak consumer sentiment.

Hero MotoCorp announces five-year warranty on all two wheelers

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 03:31:37 +0530

Country's largest two-wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp has announced a warranty of five years on all its models.

Honda to launch next-generation Jazz next year

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 11:35:05 +0530

Japanese auto major Honda today said it plans to roll out a new generation Jazz next year. "We have plans to launch the new generation Jazz in the country some time next year," Honda Cars India senior vice-president for marketing and sales Janeshwar Sen told reporters here at the launch of sedan Amaze.

M&M to launch Verito Vibe next month to take on Honda's Amaze

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 11:14:28 +0530

Mahindra & Mahindra will launch its sub-four metre sedan Verito Vibe next month to take on the likes of Maruti Suzuki's Dzire and Honda's newly introduced model Amaze.

Toyota to recall 1.73 million vehicles worldwide

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:27:21 +0530

Toyota Motor Corp said on Thursday that it is recalling 1.73 million vehicles worldwide due to an airbag problem.

TVS, BMW to jointly develop sub-500 cc bikes

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:30:59 +0530

TVS Motor Co Ltd and BMW AG's motorcycle division announced a deal on Monday to jointly develop bikes that will give the Indian automaker access to BMW technology as it looks to stem its falling market share. The long-awaited deal should help TVS revamp a dated product pipeline at the company, which has struggled to compete with a recent ramp-up in activity from Honda Motor Co and Yamaha Motor Co and could also help BMW gain a foothold in the world's second-largest bike market.

BMW, TVS to jointly develop motorcycles

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:19:04 +0530

Two and three-wheeler maker TVS Motor Company has signed a "cooperation agreement" with German auto-maker BMW Motorcycles' division BMW Motorrad to develop and produce a new series of motorcycles in the below 500 cc segment.

Mahindra plans to launch bigger electric vehicle

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 12:05:20 +0530

After successfully launching its first electric car e2o, auto major Mahindra & Mahindra is working on a new platform for a bigger vehicle that could even be used by its Korean subsidiary SsangYong Motor.

Honda's first diesel car in India 'Amaze' to be launched soon

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 04:20:38 +0530

For over the decade, Honda has been selling its product in Indian Market base solely on the strength of its petrol engine. But the time had caught up with Honda, the disparity in the fuel prices as well as Honda not having a diesel engine in its portfolio has caused them barely. But Honda has plans now and they are going to bring diesel engine to India - the new Honda Amaze.

Bajaj Auto to roll out 5,000 units of RE60 4-seater quadricycle

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 01:50:04 +0530

Bajaj Auto claims that the RE60's 216-litre petrol will deliver a mileage of 35kmpl.

Watch: At 427.6 kmph Hennessey Venom GT is the world's fastest car

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 01:12:07 +0530

The Hennessey Venom GT eclipsed the former record holder, the Bugatti Veyron.

Eco-Dubai 1: A car that goes 1,000 km with just a litre of fuel

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 12:39:07 +0530

A team of engineering students in the UAE have designed a car that could potentially travel up to 1,000 km on just one litre of fuel.

Detroit Electric unveils $135,000 battery-powered sports car

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:30:50 +0530

Detroit Electric, a startup electric-car maker reviving a brand that dates back more than a century, unveiled its first model on Wednesday: a $135,000, battery-powered sports car that is to go into limited production in August.

Honda, Hyundai hike prices by up to Rs 10,000

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 07:21:12 +0530

Car makers Honda Cars India and Hyundai Motors India today said they have hiked prices of their vehicles by up to Rs 10,000 to offset increased cost of on board diagnostic compliance changes (OBDC).

Overdrive: Harley Davidson adds two new CKD models in India

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 03:13:33 +0530

Harley Davidson recently added two motor cycles to their Indian CKD lineup, which means nine out of 12 models in India models are now being assembled in Haryana.

Maruti launches new SX4, price unchanged at Rs 7.38 lakh

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 10:54:52 +0530

Country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India Ltd launched an all new version of its mid-size sedan SX4 in the country, with price remaining unchanged in the range of Rs 7.38-9.79 lakh (ex showroom Delhi).

Ad agency sacks employees following sexist Ford ads controversy

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 03:29:26 +0530

An Indian unit of advertising group WPP has sacked employees over a series of ads, including one showing women tied up in the trunk of a Ford driven by ex-Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi.

Ford India apologises over Berlusconi, Paris Hilton bondage ads

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 06:51:42 +0530

The ads caused an uproar online and came just after India passed a new law on violence against women.

Overdrive: Get a comprehensive review of Mahindra e2o

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 01:05:49 +0530

On this special episode of Overdrive, get a detailed review of Mahindra's latest offering, the Mahindra e2o. The car is electric, has a very small carbon footprint and is compact and intelligent at the same time.

Overdrive: Get all action from Geneva Auto Show 2013

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 11:29:10 +0530

The International Geneva Motor Show is an annual auto show which is held in March in the Swiss city of Geneva. The 83rd edition of the motor show kicked off with all the major automobile manufacturers around the world showcasing their latest cars and concepts.

Audi hikes prices of select models by up to 15 per cent

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 02:24:02 +0530

German luxury car manufacturer Audi today announced an increase in prices of some of its models by as much as 15 per cent, with effect from Saturday.

Mercedes to hike prices by up to Rs 58 lakh from April

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:27:59 +0530

Luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz India will hike prices of its entire range that will translate into an increase of up to Rs 58 lakh on imported vehicles from April 1. The hike in price ranges from 1-4 per cent for locally produced models, and up to 20 per cent for select CBUs (completely built units), the company said in a statement.

Overdrive: Audi ice driving experience in Arctic Circle

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 09:11:23 +0530

On this special episode of Overdrive, experience the Quattro technology at its very best with Audi in the 'Audi Ice Driving Experience' in Sweden.

2013 Geneva Auto Show: SsangYong SIV-1 Concept

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:48:20 +0530

Poised to be a production crossover, the SIV-1 has aggressive bumpers and a high waistline.

Ferrari and McLaren unveil hybrid supercars

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 04:37:03 +0530

Hybrids aren't just for fuel economy any more. Ferrari and McLaren both on Tuesday unveiled sleek hybrid supercars sculpted from carbon fiber at the Geneva Motor Show.

Lamborghini unveils $3.9 million Veneno, all 3 sold

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 02:22:18 +0530

Lamborghini's run of the new Veneno is sold out - though it only made three.

Tata Motors slashes hatchback, sedan prices by up to Rs 50,000

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 05:46:55 +0530

Tata Motors said it has cut prices of its hatchbacks and sedans by Rs 29,000-50,000, in a bid to lure customers to a market that is on course in the current fiscal year to post the first decline in annual sales in a decade.

'Tata Motors need to tweak passenger car strategy'

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 05:17:10 +0530

In the vibrant passenger car segment in India, leading automobile manufacturer Tata Motors today said that there was a need to change the company's strategy in the area, a top official has said.

Overdrive: Impact of Budget 2013 on auto enthusiasts

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 11:16:19 +0530

The episode also features a review of the Hyosung Aquila Pro.

Jaguar Land Rover studying full production in India: Sources

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 12:20:57 +0530

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is investigating the potential of manufacturing cars in India, company sources said, as the British luxury carmaker looks to build on its growth in emerging markets with the help of Indian parent Tata Motors.

Budget 2013: SUVs, luxury vehicles to get costlier

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:27:53 +0530

Excise duty on sports utility vehicles has been increased to 30 per cent, while all luxury vehicles, including super bikes will attract 100 per cent import duty.

Jaguar launches XJ Ultimate, priced up to Rs 1.88 crore

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:12:04 +0530

Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover today launched luxury sedan Jaguar XJ Ultimate, priced up to Rs 1.88 crore (ex-showroom, Mumbai).

Hero Eco plans to roll out premium A2B bike in India

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 12:24:39 +0530

Riding high on good response to its ultra-premium bike in overseas markets, Hero Eco Group is evaluating options to roll out ultra-premium A2B electric pedelac (pedal electric cycle) costing up to Rs 2 lakh in India this year.

Tata Motors Jamshedpur plant rolls out 2 millionth truck

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 01:36:28 +0530

Country's automobile giant Tata Motors Jamshedpur plant has rolled out of the two millionth (20 lakh) truck from its world-class manufacturing facility.

Maruti Suzuki Desert Storm set to kickoff on February 18

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 11:43:10 +0530

Maruti Suzuki Desert Strom - the annual rendezvous with the Thar desert is all set begin from February 18 with over 275 motor enthusiasts participating in a riveting race.

Hyundai increases car prices by up to Rs 20,878

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 03:50:49 +0530

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) today said it has increased prices of all models starting from Eon to Santa Fe with immediate effect by up to Rs 20,878 to offset impact of rise in input cost and fluctuation in currency.

Nissan to launch automatic variant of Micra, Sunny soon in India

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 03:11:36 +0530

As part of its plans to have a 10 per cent share in the domestic automobile market, Japanese auto giant Nissan said it would introduce an automatic transmission variant of its flagship hatchback 'Micra' and mid-sedan 'Sunny' soon in India.

Toyota recalls over 1 million Corolla, Lexus IS cars

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 12:01:31 +0530

Toyota Motor Sales has announced to conduct two separate safety recalls involving approximately 7,52,000 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles and around 2,70,000 Lexus IS vehicles.

Toyota dethrones General Motors, becomes world's #1 automaker

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:07:44 +0530

It's official: Toyota is once again the world's top automaker. Toyota Motor Corp. released its tally for global vehicle sales for last year Monday at a record 9.748 million vehicles - more than last month's estimate of about 9.7 million vehicles.

Toyota regains world's top auto sales crown from GM

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 02:10:15 +0530

Toyota Motor Corp regained the crown as the world's top selling automaker in 2012, posting record-high sales and beating rivals General Motors and Volkswagen.

Mahindra studying market for 'SUV Korando' launch in India

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:05:29 +0530

Auto maker Mahindra & Mahindra, which has launched its premium sports utility vehicle Rexton in India, said it is still studying the market to find an appropriate time to launch SUV Korando from the SsangYong stable.

Audi launches new R8 in India at Rs 1.35 crore onwards

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:47:14 +0530

Luxury car maker Audi today launched a new version of super sports car R8 in India, priced between Rs 1.35 crore and Rs 1.74 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Toyota launches Fortuner with 5-speed automatic transmission

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:55:10 +0530

Toyota Kirloskar Motor today said it has launched a new variant of sports utility vehicle Fortuner in five-speed automatic transmission, priced between Rs 22.33 lakh and Rs 22.93 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Maruti to increase car prices by up to Rs 20,000 from tomorrow

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 02:59:36 +0530

Country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India today said it will increase prices of its vehicles across models by up to Rs 20,000 from tomorrow to offset pressure of adverse currency fluctuation.

New cars debuting at the Detroit auto show

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 11:45:09 +0530

The North American International Auto Show begins this week in Detroit with media and industry previews. It opens to the public Jan. 19. Here are some of the new cars and experimental concept vehicles that will debut at the show:

5 coolest set of wheels to look forward to

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 10:31:34 +0530

Five coolest cars to look forward to - Jaguar F-Type, New Honda CR-V, Volvo V40 Cross Country, Audi S5, Mercedez-Benz A-Class.

Next Auto Expo to be held in February 2014 at Greater Noida

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 04:31:35 +0530

SIAM has announced that the 2014 Auto Expo will be organized at Greater Noida from February 6-12 instead of the regular venue Pragati Maidan.

Discover 100T: Bajaj launches new 100cc Discover at Rs 50,500

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 06:58:24 +0530

The second largest two-wheeler maker Bajaj Auto today said it expects to sell around 45,000 units of its new 100-cc bike, the Discover 100T, every month.

Watch: Overdrive Awards 2013 for contenders on two wheels

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 04:28:06 +0530

In this episode of Overdrive, meet the contenders of Overdrive Awards 2013 on two wheels as the jury evaluates them at the Buddh International Circuit.

Bajaj to unveil new 100cc motorcycle on January 7

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 05:53:54 +0530

Bajaj Auto has announced that it will be unveiling its new 100cc motorcycle on January 7, 2013. According to Bajaj officials, this will be the most technologically advanced 100cc bike in the country and will be priced higher than the competition.

Mercedes-Benz to increase car prices by up to 3 per cent from Jan 14

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 11:29:09 +0530

German luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz today said it will increase prices of all its models in the domestic market by up to three per cent effective January 14 to offset the rising input costs and currency fluctuation.

Toyota recalls 7.43 million vehicles worldwide

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 12:05:48 +0530

Leading car manufacturer Toyota Motor Corp has reached an agreement worth more than USD 1 billion to settle a lawsuit involving unintended acceleration in some of its vehicles as the company recalled 7.43 million vehicles worldwide to fix the problem.

Renault plans to increase prices from January 1

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 04:00:16 +0530

French auto-major Renault plans to increase prices of its automobiles in India by up to 1.5 per cent with effect from January 1, 2013 due to high input costs.

Ban diesel vehicles in Delhi: Pollution control body

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 04:37:27 +0530

Government today informed the Lok Sabha that Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority (EPCA) has recommended that there is need to ban diesel vehicles in Delhi to prevent emission of high smoke particles.

No possibility of manufacturing Jaguar, Land Rover in India: Ratan Tata

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:19:48 +0530

Ruling out any possibility of manufacturing Jaguar and Land Rover in India in the near future, Tata group chief Ratan Tata has said that some "silly taxes" make even their assembly here costlier than the imports.

Tata Nano being refreshed to realise full potential: Ratan Tata

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:10:59 +0530

World's cheapest car, Tata Nano, is being 'refreshed' to realise its full potential, says group Chairman Ratan Tata. "We were not prepared to market the car as we should have. I think that has a lot to do with the fact that momentum got lost," he told PTI in an interview.

Maruti to increase car prices by up to Rs 20,000

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 02:11:24 +0530

The country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday said it will increase the prices of its vehicles across all models by up to Rs 20,000 from January due to increasing pressure on its margins due to currency fluctuation.

Electronic braking system in vehicles saves thousands

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 01:11:54 +0530

It estimated that the technology saved more than 2,200 lives from 2008 through 2010 in the US.

Maruti's November sales jump by 12 per cent

Sat, 01 Dec 2012 11:43:45 +0530

The country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Saturday reported 12.45 per cent increase in its total sales at 1,03,200 units in November.

Nissan upgrades Leaf electric car, lowers price

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 02:50:54 +0530

The upgraded Nissan Motor Co. Leaf electric car can travel further without recharging, comes in a cheaper model and tells drivers how much battery life is left.

Honda seeks to 'Amaze' Indian market with its first diesel model

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 03:10:29 +0530

Better late than never - that's the philosophy which Japanese auto major Honda Motor Co is adopting as it gears up to launch its first diesel model Amaze by next fiscal in India, a market which it admits to have neglected in the past.

Folding scooter allows you to glide down mountains

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:11:30 +0530

A lightweight scooter can be carried in a rucksack up a mountain and it can bring you down safely as it allows you to glide downhill in a standing or kneeling position, according to a British media report.

Honda recalls 11,500 CBR 250R bikes due to faulty brakes

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 03:12:13 +0530

Japanese auto giant Honda announced to recall 11,500 units of Standard variant of its premium motorcycle CBR 250R, which were produced and sold in India, due to defective brake system.

General Motors to make 5,00,000 electric vehicles by 2017

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 02:42:11 +0530

General Motors Co. plans to build 500,000 electric vehicles a year by 2017, a company official said. GM plans to meet that goal through a variety of technology including plug-in electrics, pure electrics and hybrids that use the company's eAssist technology, said Mary Barra, GM's senior vice president of global product development.

Tata Nano special edition launched in India

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 11:59:20 +0530

For the festive season, Tata Motors has launched a special edition of the Nano in India. The special edition LX variant now gets alloy wheels, new decals, glove boxes for both the driver and passenger and a twin speaker audio system with MP3, USB and AUX-in.

Honda Brio-sedan to be called Amaze in India

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 11:48:16 +0530

Japanese car major Honda said it will launch its first diesel vehicle in India next fiscal and it will be an entry-level sedan, named 'Amaze', developed on the platform of its existing small car 'Brio'.

BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe rolled out in India

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 06:31:49 +0530

The four door BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe has been made available at all the BMW dealerships in India.

Tata Nano's CNG and diesel variants on the way

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:16:31 +0530

Tata Motors said its plan to roll out the CNG and diesel variants of Nano is on track and the small car is gradually gaining popularity in new segments.

Volkswagen enters used-car business

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:30:07 +0530

German luxury car-maker Volkswagen today forayed into the multi-brand pre-owned car business under Das WeltAuto brand and expects it to contribute 25 per cent to the company's total sales.

Nissan to hike Micra, Sunny prices from November 1

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 04:02:50 +0530

Nissan Motor India said it will increase the prices of its hatchback Micra and midsize sedan Sunny with effect from November 1 to offset rising input and transportation costs.

Honda City CNG launched in India

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 12:53:13 +0530

The CNG version of the Honda City 'V grade' will be Rs 50,200 more expensive than the comparable petrol variant which is priced at Rs 9,03,800 (ex-showroom Delhi), the company said in a statement.

Maruti launches Alto 800, has over 10,000 pre-orders

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 02:17:23 +0530

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has launched the new Alto 800 in India at a starting price of Rs 2.44 lakh, (ex-showroom Delhi). Available in an updated design package, the 2012 Alto 800 will be available in six trim levels including CNG versions.

Maruti launches Alto 800 at Rs 2.44 lakh onwards

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 01:09:32 +0530

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has launched the new Alto 800 in India at a starting price of Rs 2.44 lakh, ex-Delhi. Available in an updated design package, the 2012 Alto 800 will be available in six trim levels including CNG versions.

Toyota launches limited editions of Etios, Corolla, Fortuner

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 03:46:18 +0530

Car maker Toyota Kirloskar Motor today launched limited editions of three of its models - sedans Etios and Corolla Altis and sports utility vehicle Fortuner - to boost sales during the festive season.

Six new cars to be launched in India this week

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 04:26:10 +0530

The beleaguered auto industry is pinning hopes on the festive season sales to bring the much-needed cheer and have lined up a series of new launches to woo customers in the coming days.

Maruti's new Alto 800 gets 6,500 bookings before launch

Sat, 13 Oct 2012 12:53:08 +0530

Buoyed by response to its upcoming new Alto, India's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India is expecting to cross 10,000 units of bookings by the time the small car is launched next week.

Toyota to recall 8,700 units of Corolla Altis, Camry in India

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:41:20 +0530

Japanese auto giant Toyota today said it will recall 8,700 units of its premium sedan Corolla Altis and Camry in India to rectify faulty power window switches as part of a global exercise.

Toyota to recall 7.4 million vehicles globally on power window glitch

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:27:20 +0530

Japan's Toyota Motor Corp will voluntarily recall 7.4 million vehicles globally, including certain Vitz, Yaris and Corolla models, due to malfunctioning power window switches, the company said on Wednesday.

Datsun car for India to be priced below Rs 4 lakh: Nissan

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 11:36:46 +0530

Japanese auto maker Nissan today said it will price below Rs 4 lakh the small car that it plans to launch under the Datsun brand in India by 2014.

An electric car with a built-in film projector

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 11:05:51 +0530

Car firm Smart has unveiled a concept electric car with a built-in film projector that allows any wall to be turned instantly into a cinema screen, a media report said.

Mirai: World's lowest roadworthy car is 45 cm tall

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:29:12 +0530

The world's smallest car measures just 45.2 cm tall. Mirai, which means "future" in Japanese, has just entered the Guinness World Records for being the lowest roadworthy car.

Not continuing partnership with Bajaj for low-cost car: Nissan

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:58:03 +0530

Japanese auto maker Nissan today said it has decided not to continue its partnership with Bajaj for sourcing of ultra-low cost car, ending months of uncertainty.

Car sales may miss 2012-13 growth forecast: SIAM

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 01:55:05 +0530

With domestic car sales posting the biggest drop in 10 months in August by 18.56 per cent, industry body SIAM on Monday said its forecast of registering a growth of 9-11 per cent in this fiscal is unlikely to be met.

Volkswagen to launch updated Polo and Vento

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 02:28:16 +0530

German car major Volkswagen Group, which recorded almost 50 per cent drop in sales last month at 4,410 units, today said it will roll out the variants of it's popular Polo hatchback and Vento sedan by end of the month, to cash in on the forthcoming festive season.

New rules to force automakers to double mileage

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 01:14:50 +0530

The Obama administration has finalised regulations that will force automakers to nearly double the average gas mileage of all new cars and trucks they sell by 2025.

Toyota to launch new Camry in India on August 24

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 05:33:59 +0530

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is all set to launch this month its all-new new premium luxury car "Camry" in the country and it would be assembled at the company's Bangalore facility.

Maruti to postpone launch of new 800cc car

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 12:18:58 +0530

Maruti Suzuki said the launch of its new 800cc small car will be delayed from its proposed schedule during Diwali this year due to the violence at Manesar plant.

Hero launches sporty motorcycle 'Ignitor'

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 10:57:47 +0530

Two-wheeler manufacturer Hero MotoCorp Ltd today rolled out its sporty motorcycle 'Ignitor'.

Peugeot cuts 8,000 jobs; Opel axes CEO

Fri, 13 Jul 2012 11:56:54 +0530

The woes confronting Europe's auto industry surfaced dramatically Thursday when France's PSA Peugeot Citroen announced 8,000 job cuts and a plant closure and Germany's Opel got its fourth CEO in less than three years.

General Motors to launch two new cars this year

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 05:25:45 +0530

General Motors India will launch two new vehicles this year despite a "sluggish" market, a top company official said today.

Overdrive: Is the new Dream Yuga a dream to ride?

Sat, 07 Jul 2012 11:54:24 +0530

On Overdrive this week, a review of the new motorbike by Honda, Dream Yuga.

Watch: Renault Duster India walkthrough

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 06:47:52 +0530

Meet the new Renault Duster, Renault's first volume product for India.

Renault Duster: Top 10 features

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 03:13:41 +0530

Renault has finally launched its much-awaited Duster SUV in India at prices ranging from Rs 7.19 lakh to Rs 11.29 lakh. The Renault Duster will come in eight variants. Here are the top 10 features of the recently launched Duster SUV.

Launched: Renault Duster in India at Rs 7.19 lakh

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 07:04:13 +0530

The Renault Duster will compete with the Tata Safari and Mahindra Scorpio in India.

Renault launches Duster at Rs 7.19 lakh onwards

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 12:52:19 +0530

Renault has finally launched its much-awaited Duster SUV in India at prices ranging from Rs 7.19 lakh to Rs 11.29 lakh. The Renault Duster will come in eight variants.

BMW and Toyota join hands for a new sports car

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 01:15:49 +0530

Japanese car maker Toyota has signed a MoU with German auto giant BMW for joint development of a fuel cell system, power electrification, development of lightweight technologies and development of components of a future sports car.

Toyota to supply hybrid technology to BMW

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:12:56 +0530

Toyota Motor Corp plans to supply hybrid technology to BMW AG, deepening a partnership that began with a deal last December on diesel engines and electric car batteries, the Nikkei business daily reported on Monday.

BMW, Toyota eyeing close partnership, says report

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 10:58:35 +0530

Bayerische Motoren Werke and Toyota Motor Corp are planning to expand cooperation beyond green car technology and diesel engines, Der Spiegel magazine reported on Sunday, without citing any sources.

MS Dhoni takes his X132 Hellcat for a spin

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 02:20:54 +0530

The X132 Hellcat is powered by a 2,163 cc engine and is priced at $50,000.

Honda launches Dream Yuga

Wed, 20 Jun 2012 10:26:50 +0530

Japanese two-wheeler major Honda rolled out its second mass segment motorcycle Dream Yuga and said it is planning to take the bike to overseas markets towards the year-end.

Mercedes launches new C Class AMG at Rs 35 lakh

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 11:20:51 +0530

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz launched the new C Class AMG Performance Edition and said it has lined up more compact premium cars as part of its aggressive growth plans for India. The C Class sedan is priced at Rs 34,62,609 ex-showroom in Mumbai.

Maruti cuts petrol car production due to low sales

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 03:14:20 +0530

The country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India has cut production of some petrol models, including the best selling Alto, as sales of such cars have declined due to high fuel costs.

Audi launches S4 model in India

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:13:45 +0530

German Luxury car major Audi launched a new model, Audi S4, priced at Rs 45,31,000 onwards (ex-showroom Maharashtra). The new model would be sold through 19 Audi dealerships across the country.

Maruti Suzuki sales down by 5 pc in May

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 12:21:01 +0530

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki on Friday reported 4.99 per cent fall in total sales at 98,884 units for May. The company had sold 1,04,073 units in the same month last year, Maruti Suzuki India said in a statement.

Hard-to-forge smart number plates in the offing

Mon, 21 May 2012 08:46:20 +0530

It's time to get used to smart number plates on vehicles. After Delhi, it will become mandatory across the country. But what is a smart number plate and how does one get one?

Mercedes-Benz launches new M-Class in India

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:56:05 +0530

German luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz Tuesday launched its third generation sports utility vehicle M-Class priced at Rs.56.9 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Maruti hikes prices of diesel DZire by up to Rs 12,000

Tue, 08 May 2012 06:21:25 +0530

The country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India has raised the prices of the new diesel variants of its sedan DZire by up to Rs 12,000 from this month, citing input costs pressure.

Audi to ramp up capacity by 50 pc to 9,000 units

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:15:48 +0530

German Luxury car major Audi, which on Thursday rolled out a new version of its A4 car, said it will scale up capacity at its Aurangabad facility by 50 per cent to 9,000 units shortly.

Yamaha launches new variants of FZ-S, FZ, Fazer

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:55:48 +0530

Two-wheeler maker Yamaha Motor today launched new variants of FZ-S, FZ and Fazer motorcycles priced between Rs 69,250 and Rs 76,380 (Ex-showroom Delhi).

Piaggio to launch 3-4 wheelers, bikes in India

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 11:53:17 +0530

Piaggio, the largest European scooter-maker, said it will invest 20 million euros in its India unit and is looking at launching three and four-wheelers in light commercial vehicles (LCVs) space, along with more models of scooters and motorcycles here.

Hindustan Motors cuts Cedia price by Rs 1.31 lakh

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:48:48 +0530

Car maker Hindustan Motors cut the prices of sedan Cedia of its Japanese partner Mitsubishi's portfolio by Rs 1.31 lakh with immediate effect.

Car sales up 2.2 pct in FY12, crash to 3-year low

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 05:51:02 +0530

Car sales in India rose just 2.2 percent in the fiscal year that ended in March, a year to forget for automakers marked by demand-smothering high interest rates and rising fuel costs, but are seen posting double-digit growth this year.

Maruti Suzuki sales up 3 per cent in March

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:34:37 +0530

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India on Monday reported highest ever monthly sales in March at 1,25,952 units, 3.28 per cent jump from 1,21,952 units in the same month last year.

Car makers post highest monthly sales in March

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:19:31 +0530

Major car makers, including Tata Motors, Mahindra and Mahindra, and Toyota posted record sales for the month of March on the back of customers advancing their purchases fearing price hike after Budget.

Now, a car that changes colour with your mood!

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:01:45 +0530

Imagine your car changing its colour as per your mood. Well, your imagination is now a reality. All thanks to French car manufacturer Peugeot which has unveiled a new car, Peugeot RCZ, that uses an innovative reactive paint to change its body colour in order to reflect its owner's emotions, be it happy, sad or anything in between.

Hyundai launches new i20 in India

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 05:58:25 +0530

Hyundai Motor India has launched a new version of its premium compact car i20 priced up to Rs Rs 7.67 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Maruti hikes prices of cars by up to Rs 17,000

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 01:36:06 +0530

The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) has increased the prices of its vehicles by up to Rs 17,000 following the hike in excise duty in the Budget.

General Motors launches new Tavera

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 02:23:08 +0530

General Motors launched the Bharat Stage IV emission norms compliant variant of its multi utility vehicle (MUV) Tavera, priced between Rs 7.51 lakh and Rs 10.34 lakh (ex showroom Delhi).

Volkswagen launches Vento diesel at Rs 8.56 lakh

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:40:05 +0530

German car maker Volkswagen today said it has introduced the Vento diesel comfortline variant at Rs 8.56 lakh in Maharashtra and at Rs 8.74 lakh in rest of India.

Nissan's small car to hit market by 2014

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 11:36:27 +0530

Japanese car maker Nissan will launch an entry-level small car, developed in partnership with Ashok Leyland, by 2014 that could be priced around Rs 2 lakh to Rs 4 lakh.

Ford India launches 45 dealer outlets

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:29:41 +0530

Seeking to spread its presence, US car maker Ford today launched 45 dealer outlets of its Indian subsidiary across 35 cities in the country.

Honda Siel Cars resumes normal production in India

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:13:03 +0530

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) today said it has resumed normal production at Greater Noida facility, after witnessing lower output since November, due to floods in Thailand affecting component supplies.

Mahindra closes bookings for XUV500

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 06:29:58 +0530

Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra said it has closed the second phase of booking for its latest sports utility vehicle XUV500 and has received over 25,000 orders in a period of 10 days.

Bolt-by-bolt deconstruction of the Chevrolet Volt

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:16:35 +0530

The Chevrolet Volt stands as the most heavily promoted - and harshly scrutinized - vehicle from General Motors Co in decades. And that's just version 1.0.

BMW launches remodeled 3 series

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:09:03 +0530

BMW Japan Corp said today it began selling in Japan its fully-remodeled series of BMW 3 sedans, which will qualify for tax breaks as well as planned subsidies for environment-friendly vehicles.

Audi plans to launch A8 L Security in India

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:42:48 +0530

German auto major Audi is eyeing to enter the high-end armoured car market in India with its A8 L Security model that could cost around Rs 5 crore, and the first vehicle is likely to be delivered this year.

Nissan to begin export of 'Sunny' from March

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:26:13 +0530

Japanese automaker Nissan would begin exports of its latest sedan 'Sunny' in March, a top company official said today.

Bajaj Auto launches 'Duke 200' at Rs 1.18 lakh

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:24:29 +0530

The country's second largest two-wheeler maker Bajaj Auto today launched a sports bike 'Duke 200' from its Austrian associate firm KTM's portfolio at an introductory price of Rs 1.18 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Auto cos rev up efforts to tap customers on social sites

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:26:39 +0530

As use of social media spreads like wild fire, automobile companies are cashing in on the opportunity to tap younger customers and are more than doubling their spending to market products through sites like Facebook and Twitter.

FIAL to supply Fiat diesel engines to Maruti

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:08:28 +0530

Auto makers Fiat and Suzuki Motor Corporation today said they have reached an agreement to supply Fiat diesel engines to India's largest car company Maruti Suzuki.

James Bond getaway car gets a new lease on life

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:07:18 +0530

Japanese engineers put a new spin on an old classic car for a recent auto show, remodelling a Toyota 2000GT with solar panels and high-tech gadgets to make it 100 percent electric and solar-powered.

Mahindra XUV500 bookings to reopen on Jan 25

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:59:58 +0530

Leading SUV maker Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd (M&M) said it will open the second phase of bookings for XUV500 for 10 days from January 25.

Pranab Mukherjee takes a ride in the Reva NXG

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 04:39:19 +0530

A small electric-powered car was the cynosure of all eyes at the Prime Minister's Office at South Block where ministers had come for a meeting of the Union Cabinet.

Auto Expo 2012: AMW shows a bus and two new trucks

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:07:08 +0530

Asia Motor Works (AMW) unveiled two new trucks and its bus at the 2012 Auto Expo held in Delhi. The trucks are 4928 TR tractor, 2528 TP tipper while the new bus is a 14.3-metre long, front engined one called the Magnus.

Blame CII for crowd mess at Auto Expo: ITPO

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 03:55:56 +0530

With many exhibitors at 11th Auto Expo complaining about poor crowd management, the owner of the venue, ITPO, today put all the blame on industry body CII, saying it was not responsible for issuing free passes.

Auto Expo: Poor management disappoints visitors

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 02:18:00 +0530

Voices of discontent over management of the 11th edition of Auto Expo are getting louder with several business honchos expressing dissatisfaction over the way the international show has been organised.

Harley-Davidson looking beyond Indian metros for growth

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:46:00 +0530

Iconic bike-maker Harley-Davidson is looking beyond India's metros for growth and is eyeing smaller towns to achieve its target for 40 per cent of sales to come from outside the US by 2014.

Toyota launches new Prius at Rs 27.39 lakh onwards

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 04:27:13 +0530

Japanese car maker Toyota launched a new version of its hybrid sedan Prius in India that is priced between Rs 27.39 lakh and Rs 29.41 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Auto Expo: Lohia launches three-wheeler Humsafar

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 04:09:11 +0530

Lohia Auto industries, the e-bike manufacturer launched the Humsafar three-wheeler at Auto Expo 2012 in Delhi.

Auto Expo: Firefox launches Rs 4.25 lakh bicycle

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 02:45:42 +0530

Bicycle-maker Firefox Bikes launched one of the costliest cycles in the country, priced at Rs 4.25 lakh. The cycle - TREK ELITE 9.9 SSL - which is a full carbon frame bike, weighs only 10 kg.

Tata to display concept electric car at Detroit

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 02:30:46 +0530

Tata Technologies, the research and engineering arm of the Tata Group, will showcase an electric concept car at the much-watched Detroit Auto Show next week.

Cooper unveil their 4-cylinder engine

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:20:23 +0530

Cooper Corporation Ltd a maker of centrifugal castings has unveiled their new 4-cylinder engine at the Auto Expo 2012. The chief guest for the unveiling was James Bevan, the British high commissioner designate.

Auto Expo: Volvo showcases the 7700 Hybrid bus

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:48:47 +0530

This bus has been in operation in 20 cities across the world after its production began in May 2010.

Auto Expo day 2: Toyota to launch new Etios

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:18:16 +0530

It's day two of the Auto Expo 2012 in Delhi on Friday, but car lovers will have to wait another 24 hours before the gates are opened for the general public. Toyota will launched its revamped Etios on Friday.

Bollywood adds glamour to the 11th Auto Expo

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:46:16 +0530

The first day of the 11th Auto Expo saw some of the biggest names from the B-town including mega star Amitabh Bachchan and John Abraham adding Bollywood glamour to the car show.

Four new Jaguar Land Rover models at Auto Expo

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:36:59 +0530

UK-based Jaguar Land Rover showcased four new models in India for the first time at the the biennial Auto Expo here today.

BMW launches M5 luxury sedan in India

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 09:25:01 +0530

German car-maker BMW launched its M5 luxury sedan in the Indian market at an ex-showroom price of Rs 95.9 lakh. The new model can be now ordered as a completely built-up unit (CBU) across more than 20 dealerships in the country.

BMW launches Mini brand in India with four models

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:37:33 +0530

The BMW Group launched its iconic Mini brand in India with four models priced up to Rs 31.99 lakh after having decided against such a move in the past.

Mercedes launches Rs 3 cr open top car

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:18:16 +0530

Premium car maker Mercedes-Benz today launched a luxury SUV, M-Class, which is priced at Rs 58-60 lakh, and an open top vehicle, SLS AMG Roadster, that comes for about Rs 3 crore.

'Nano missed chance to remove tag of poor man's car'

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:38:55 +0530

Admitting that Nano has 'wasted an early opportunity' due to teething problems, Tata Group chief Ratan Tata today said Tata Motors will do everything to undo the tag of 'poor man's car'.

Peugeot to launch locally assembled car by 2014

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 03:19:26 +0530

French car maker Peugeot plans to roll out locally assembled car for the Indian market by 2014. The company will begin by importing a range of models in completely built units (CBU) format in India by the end of next year.

Hyundai unveils concept MPV Hexa Space

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:29:28 +0530

Hyundai Motor India Thursday unveiled its concept multipurpose vehicle (MPV) - Hexa Space - at the 11th edition of Auto Expo here and said it expects single-digit growth in the Indian car industry in 2012.

Harley-Davidson introduces 2 bikes at lower price

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:07:27 +0530

US cult bike maker Harley Davidson today launched two locally-assembled models at a price starting from Rs 9.95 lakh, which is much lower than that of imported motorcycles.

Auto Expo 2012: Maruti, Nissan unveil new cars

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 02:07:05 +0530

The week-long Auto Expo 2012 at the Delhi's Pragati Maidan kicked off on Thursday, and over 55 new cars by over 50 carmakers will be previewed and launched during the next six days.

Yamaha to set up 3rd plant in India

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:44:33 +0530

Motorcycle maker India Yamaha Motor plans to set up its third plant in the country, for which it has started scouting for land in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Maruti to hike car prices next week

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 01:15:40 +0530

Country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) today said it is considering increasing prices of its products from next week to offset the impact of rupee depreciation.

No plans to launch sub 4 lakh small car: Skoda

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:56:22 +0530

Czech car-maker Skoda today said it will not launch a small car below Rs 4 lakh in India immediately as entering the segment will require the company to compromise on "safety" and "quality" of the vehicles.

Global carmakers to go greener at Auto Expo 2012

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:39:19 +0530

Fuel-efficient cars and a slew of new SUV models will be unveiled at Delhi's Auto Expo that kicked off on Thursday as global carmakers continue to rev up their activity in one of the world's few growth engines despite a recent slowdown in sales.

11th Auto Expo begins on Thursday

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:36:05 +0530

Auto enthusiasts can look forward to 50 new launches and a flurry of other activities at the 11th Auto Expo that starts here tomorrow.

Hero MotoCorp unveils 3 models

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 12:39:31 +0530

Giving an aggressive push to its solo journey post its break-up with Honda, the BM Munjal-led Hero Group firm Hero MotoCorp today unveiled three new models that will hit the Indian market over the next few months.

Volkswagen forays into used car business in India

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:22:44 +0530

German auto major Volkswagen today announced a foray into the Indian used car market with the launch of its 'Das WeltAuto' arm here.

Volvo launches new range of buses in India

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:21:02 +0530

Volvo recently launched a new range of city bus and coaches, thus taking the company's bus range to 10 different models in India. The three new vehicles launched are the Volvo 9400PX, 9100 and 7400XL.

Ford sales up 39 pc in December

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 04:04:08 +0530

Car maker Ford India today reported 39 per cent jump in sales for December, 2011, to 5,979 units. The company sold 4,301 units in the corresponding month of the 2010, Ford India said in a statement.

Bajaj motorcycle sales rise 8 pc in Dec

Mon, 02 Jan 2012 11:48:06 +0530

The country's second largest two-wheeler maker Bajaj Auto has reported 8.22 per cent increase in motorcycle sales in December 2011 at 2,63,699 units - the highest monthly sales of the company.

Mahindra raises XUV500 prices by up to Rs 55,000

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:10:03 +0530

Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra today said it will hike prices of its sports utility vehicle XUV500 by up to Rs 55,000 with effect from January 1 on account of the falling rupee and rising input costs.

Tata Motors to replace starter motor in Nano cars

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 06:59:53 +0530

In the biggest-ever replacement exercise in Indian automobile history, Tata Motors has asked an estimated 1.40 lakh Nano owners to bring back their cars for change of the starter motor free-of-cost.

Audi India may hike prices by up to 2 pc

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 01:40:41 +0530

Luxury car maker Audi India is understood to have finalised an increase in prices of its entire range of models, mainly due to falling rupee and rising input costs in the recent months.

Audi India plans to launch S6 sedan, Q3 SUV in 2012

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 05:50:22 +0530

German luxury car-maker Audi plans to launch its sedan S6 and sports utility vehicle Q3 in India next year as it looks to achieve about 40 per cent growth in sales in 2012.

Mercedes-Benz to launch SLS AMG Roadster

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:55:07 +0530

Premium luxury car-maker Mercedes-Benz today said it will launch its SLS AMG Roadster model at the Auto Expo in New Delhi in January.

Mahindra to hike prices of all models from Jan

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:25:44 +0530

Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra today said it will raise the prices of its entire range of vehicles by up to 3 per cent from January 1 due to rising input costs.

Nissan to hike prices of Micra

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 04:34:42 +0530

Car-maker Nissan Motor India is understood to have finalised a hike in the prices of small car Micra and the petrol version of premium sedan Sunny by up to 2 per cent from January, mainly due to adverse currency movements.

Mahindra 2 Wheelers launches Duro DZ

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 12:42:30 +0530

Mahindra 2 Wheelers has launched the Mahindra Duro DZ, which is said to be designed specifically for the challenging Indian roads. It has a 125cc engine where power stands at 8.15PS produced at 7000rpm and torque peaks at 9Nm at 5500rpm.

Honda to recall 273,000 vehicles in US

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 02:40:44 +0530

Honda has announced that it will recall about 273,000 vehicles sold in the US to replace the driver's airbag inflator.

Suzuki may launch electric vehicles in India

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:29:52 +0530

Japanese small car major Suzuki Motor Corporation is considering to launch electric vehicles in India, although it sees infrastructure as a big challenge.

Toyota to bring Lexus to India in 2013

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:17:02 +0530

To feed the growing appetite for luxury cars in India, Japanese auto giant Toyota will officially introduce its premium brand Lexus here in 2013 through fully imported route.

Rs 3.43 crore Ferrari FF launched in India

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 03:12:47 +0530

The company, which officially entered India earlier this year with the appointment of the Shreyans Group as official importer, today launched its four-seater model FF at a price starting from Rs 3.42 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi).

China launches first electric car for public

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:06:29 +0530

Chinese car-maker BYD, which is backed by famous US investor Warren Buffett, has made its first all-electric car available to private buyers in the country.

Hyundai launches Eon, starting at Rs 2.69 lakh

Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:07:42 +0530

Korean auto major Hyundai Motor Co on Thursday launched entry level compact car Eon that has been developed specifically for the Indian market, at an introductory price of between Rs 2.69 lakh and Rs 3.71 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Mahindra & Mahindra launches the XUV500 SUV

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:50:34 +0530

Indian auto major Mahindra & Mahindra launched its global sports utility vehicle, XUV500, at an introductory price between Rs 10.8 lakh and Rs 11.95 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The vehicle, which was designed and developed by the company's Chennai-based research team, will be launched in South Africa on September 30.

Skoda to launch MissionL in India by year end

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 07:52:00 +0530

German carmaker Volkswagen's Czech unit, Skoda Auto, on Tuesday said its new compact car MissionL will be launched in India by the end of this year. The company has showcased MissionL at the ongoing Frankfurt International Motor Show.

Honda slashes prices for the new Jazz

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 03:53:24 +0530

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) launched a new version of its compact car, Jazz, priced lower than its existing model at Rs 5.50 lakh to Rs 6.06 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Maruti Suzuki launches the all-new Swift

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 01:50:52 +0530

India's largest car-maker Maruti Suzuki India launched the new version of its premium hatchback Swift at an introductory price ranging from Rs 4.22 lakh to Rs 6.38 lakh.

Car sales down 16 per cent in July

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:30:31 +0530

Higher interest rates, rising fuel prices and vehicle costs crimped demand in India.

Maharaja's tiger hunting Rolls may fetch $1 mn

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:15:10 +0530

The custom-made 1925 Rolls Royce was originally commissioned by Umed Singh II, the maharaja of Kotah in the 1920s at a time when tiger hunting was hugely popular in India.

It's official. Women drivers more accident prone

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 12:44:56 +0530

Women drivers are accident prone even though they spend less time at the wheel than males.

Ford to expand in-vehicle smartphone connectivity

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 01:17:47 +0530

ord Motor Co will expand the use of its on-board smartphone applications for the 2012 model year, the automaker said at a safety and technology show for reporters.

Renault launches Fluence luxury sedan in India

Tue, 24 May 2011 11:50:10 +0530

French carmaker Renault launched its luxury sedan Fluence in India with both petrol and diesel options, priced between Rs 12.99 lakh and Rs 14.40 lakh (ex showroom Delhi).

Tata Nano to cruise on Pakistani roads?

Wed, 04 May 2011 01:33:26 +0530

The Tata Nano, the world's cheapest car, could be cruising on Pakistani roads if the governments of India and Pakistan remove bottlenecks standing in the way of joint ventures and investments between the two countries.

Mahindra renames Logan as Verito

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 05:31:53 +0530

Just over a year after breaking up its joint venture with Renault, Mahindra & Mahindra said it has renamed the Logan sedan as Verito, thus completely dropping the French automaker's badge from the entry level sedan.

Ughh. Car steering wheels dirtier than toilets

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 01:55:50 +0530

You may need gloves to drive your car after reading this -- steering wheels harbour nine times more germs than a public toilet seat, claims a new study.

A self-healing paint that smoothes car scratches

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 12:45:55 +0530

Scratched cars and scuffed shoes may soon be the things of past, as scientists have developed a "self-healing" plastic coating that smoothes away marks and blemishes within seconds.

Men drivers twice as likely to crash as women

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:06:12 +0530

Women are generally lampooned for their driving skills.

Cars with Z in number plates crash the most

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 05:14:05 +0530

Does your car have the alphabet Z in its registration number? If so, beware.

How old is too old to drive?

Sat, 05 Mar 2011 03:48:51 +0530

Two thirds of Americans surveyed in a Marist Poll said 65 is the age when drivers should have to retake their road test.

A pedestrian sensing system to halt car instantly

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:00:05 +0530

Swedish car manufacturer Volvo has developed a new pedestrian detection system which it says can bring a car to a halt automatically whenever someone steps out in front of it.

Nano last in customer satisfaction:TNS

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 10:06:58 +0530

Customers have given the best satisfaction rating to Maruti Suzuki Alto.

Car that transforms into plane in 30 seconds!

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 10:40:05 +0530

Fed up with traffic jams? Here's some good news -- 'The Flying Car' is on its way.

India to become 4th largest auto player by 2015

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 09:23:07 +0530

The country will attract investments of over $2 billion in foreign direct investment.

Maruti Suzuki Kizashi launched in India

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 05:58:33 +0530

India's top car maker Maruti Suzuki geared up to cater to rising demand for luxury cars in the fast growing Indian market with the launch of Suzuki's premium sedan Kizashi.

Scientists come up with 'artificial petrol'

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 06:49:14 +0530

Artificial petrol that costs 19 pence per litre could be available in as little as three years.

Maruti hikes prices of vehicles by up to Rs 8k

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 04:23:39 +0530

The company says rising input costs pressure is responsible for the price hike.

Thieves steal BMW from Detroit auto show

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 03:49:16 +0530

Two thieves stole a brand new BMW 750i xDrive Sedan idling outside an auto show.