Overdrive: Merc AMG takes over Buddh Int Circuit

Overdrive: Merc AMG takes over Buddh Int Circuit

Mercedes has launched its AMG driving academy at the Buddh International Circuit in Noida. ...
09:27 PM, Jan 21, 2012
Overdrive: The show - stealers at Auto Expo

Overdrive: The show - stealers at Auto Expo

On this episode we bring you all the launches that took place at this year's Auto Expo. ...
04:52 PM, Jan 14, 2012

Auto Expo 2012: The biggest bike launches

Many bikes ranging from standard to cruiser to sport bikes were launched at the 11th Auto Expo in New Delhi. Here are some bikes launched at the Auto Expo. A model poses on a motorcycle at the Piaggio stall at the Auto Expo which began on Saturday.  Visitors are taking photos of a Harley Davidson motorcycle during the Auto Expo.
02:32 PM, Jan 10, 2012

Blame CII for crowd mess at Auto Expo: ITPO

Blame CII for crowd mess at Auto Expo: ITPO New Delhi: 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. CII, however, said the participants were equally responsible for the crowd mess on 'Media Days', as they issued free passes without any control. The Indian Trade Promotions Organisation (ITPO) said the criticism,...
03:55 PM, Jan 09, 2012

Auto Expo 2012: The biggest car launches

The 11th Auto Expo witnessed the launch of many cars ranging from hatchback cars to SUVs to sedan cars. Here is our pick of the biggest car launches, which will hit the Indian market soon.Mercedes Benz has launced an open top vehicle, SLS AMG Roadster, that comes for about Rs 3 crore. The open top SLS AMG, with an eight cylinder V8 engine, can go from 0-100 km per hour in under four seconds and has a top speed of 317 km per hour.DC Design unveiled India's first ever sports car - the DC Avanti. This is not a concept car, in fact it is a road worthy prototype which is expected to hit our roads by 2013. The DC Avanti is a big deal for India as this is the first sports car designed by an Indian firm. The production for the Avanti is believed to begin in 2013. The Avanti will be powered by Ford's EcoBoost engine technology.
02:10 PM, Jan 09, 2012

Auto Expo: Meet the new Toyota Prius

Japanese car maker Toyota launched a new version of its hybrid sedan Prius in India.The new Prius that is priced between Rs 27.39 lakh and Rs 29.41 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The company, which is present in India through a joint venture with the Kirloskar Group, had first introduced the world's best selling hybrid car in 2010.
12:24 PM, Jan 09, 2012

Ducati offers the Monster 795 at Rs 5.99 lakh

Ducati offers the Monster 795 at Rs 5.99 lakh New Delhi: Ducati surprised everyone when they launched the Monster 795 at the Auto Expo for a price of Rs 6.99 lakh. Expected pricing for the Ducati Monster 795 was in the range of Rs 5-6 lakh. However, Ducati India has been quick to make amends and announce a special introductory price for the Monster 795 " Rs 5.99 lakh, ex-showroom. This limited period offer makes the Ducati Monster 795,...
11:27 AM, Jan 09, 2012
Overdrive: all the launches at the Auto Expo 2012

Overdrive: all the launches at the Auto Expo 2012

On this episode we bring you all the main attractions of the Auto Expo 2012. ...
04:41 PM, Jan 08, 2012

Auto Expo 2012: Triumph Bonneville

Auto Expo 2012: Triumph Bonneville Triumph launched the Bonneville at the Delhi Auto Expo 2012 as expected but what really delighted us was the competitive pricing, but more on that later. The Triumph Bonneville dates back to 1959 and is named after the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah where motorcycles and cars regularly vie for land speed records. The look of the Bonneville is classically 'retro' but don't let its appearance fool you, the Bonneville...
03:35 PM, Jan 08, 2012

Auto Expo 2012: Triumph Speed Triple

Auto Expo 2012: Triumph Speed Triple The Triumph Speed Triple launched at the Auto Expo 2012 is a wolf in a well, wolf's clothing. It along with its little brother the Street Triple both sport great 'street fighter' looks combined with serious performance. The elder of the two Triples was launched in 1994 and was called the Speed Triple T300. It was a tribute to 1938 'speed twin' that was dubbed as a performance bike. The...
03:30 PM, Jan 08, 2012

Auto Expo: Poor management disappoints visitors

Auto Expo: Poor management disappoints visitors New Delhi: 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. Business leaders have criticised the poor management of the show saying that the week-long event, which saw participation of over 50 global brands, is a "serious business" and not just a "tamasha". "I am very disappointed at how...
02:18 PM, Jan 08, 2012

2012 Auto Expo: Bajaj launches RE60

2012 Auto Expo: Bajaj launches RE60 Bajaj launched their first car, the RE60, at the 2012 Auto Expo. There were expectations that this would be Bajaj's competitor to the Nano and adding fuel to the fire was the possible joint venture between Bajaj and the Renault Nissan partnership for a small car. Contrary to speculation they are not billing this four wheeler 'car', instead Bajaj had clearly stated that it's a commercial vehicle and an upgrade...
01:02 PM, Jan 08, 2012

Harley-Davidson looking beyond Indian metros for growth

Harley-Davidson looking beyond Indian metros for growth New Delhi: 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. The company's Indian arm, Harley-Davidson India, which currently has seven dealerships, is now looking to open new ones in Kolkata, Jaipur and Kochi. "Gradually, we have been ramping up our operations. We have also been...
12:46 PM, Jan 08, 2012

Auto Expo 2012: ICML unveils 3 new models

Auto Expo 2012: ICML unveils 3 new models International Cars & Motors Limited (ICML) displayed three new vehicles at the 2012 Auto Expo in Delhi. The company which is famous for their tractors and the Qualis look-alike, the Rhino, showcased a new variant of the Rhino called the Extreme which will be available in six and nine-seater variants. They also displayed a commercial single cab pickup vehicle " Windy and a lifestyle double cab " Oyster. Both of...
07:49 PM, Jan 07, 2012

Top 15: Must-see cars at the Auto Expo 2012

After getting glimpses of splendid cars at the 11th Auto Expo in New Delhi, here is our pick of cars that you should not miss if you are planning to visit the Auto Expo.Renault revealed the Duster, a luxury SUV, which is expected to be launched sometime in the middle of this year. This will be manufactured in India at their Chennai plant and will be available with both petrol and diesel engines.Volkswagen unveiled the XL1 concept car at the Auto Expo. The XL1 concept is powered by a 0.8-litre plug in hybrid diesel engine generating a maximum power of 48PS and delivering an unbelievable 111kmpl fuel efficiency.
06:52 PM, Jan 07, 2012
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