Kannada Review: 'Toofan' is without thunder

Kannada Review: 'Toofan' is without thunder It is high time all newcomers - director and producer check precisely what they are aiming to give it to public. In the days of stiff competition and several languages have to be fought to gain box office results for Kannada films the precise planning, accurate thinking, entertainment values and something unique have to be given a thought. For the age old stories how come the producers come to invest?...
06:33 PM, May 16, 2012

Mercedes-Benz launches new M-Class in India

Mercedes-Benz launches new M-Class in India New Delhi: 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). "At the start of this year, we had promised to introduce exciting new models into the market. We are proud to present today the new M-Class," Peter Honegg, managing director and chief executive, Mercedes-Benz, said. "We are confident that the quality drive and the luxurious experience it can...
11:56 AM, May 16, 2012

Gender resource centres to help women find jobs

Gender resource centres to help women find jobs New Delhi: In a bid to empower women and provide job opportunities to those trained among them, Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit on Thursday said her government will will try to link gender resource centres with employment offering institutions and establishments. "This will instill confidence in trained women who are generally coming from weaker and other vulnerable sections of the society. Delhi Government will provide financial assistance to all women...
09:59 PM, May 03, 2012

Lamborghini unveils Urus SUV

Lamborghini have unveiled their concept SUV, Urus, just before the Beijing Auto Show. The Urus boasts of a 608PS engine and features full time all-wheel drive.The headlamps have a full LED light technology while the fog lamps are also replete with the same feature.The Urus' height of 1.66 metres is said to be lower than what its competitors like the Porsche Cayenne, BMW X5 and Range Rover Sport.
02:14 PM, Apr 24, 2012
Overdrive: SUV battle royale

Overdrive: SUV battle royale

On this episode we tell you about Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, BMW 3 series and all the motoring news of the world. ...
09:46 PM, Apr 21, 2012
Overdrive: 2012 Innova versus Xylo E9

Overdrive: 2012 Innova versus Xylo E9

In this episode of Overdrive we bring you the comparison between Xylo E9 and 2012 Innova. ...
05:00 PM, Apr 14, 2012

Audi Q3 specs revealed

Audi Q3 specs revealed Audi's much awaited baby SUV, the Q3 is finally here in India with bookings to start from April end and deliveries in May. The Q3 promises to bring in Q5/Q7 quality at a relatively affordable package. The Q3 will initially be launched with a 2.0-litre TDI engine producing 176PS of power mated to a 7-speed S-tronic box, with the 2.0-litre TFSI scheduled for later this year. Audi will also be...
07:36 PM, Apr 10, 2012

Budget impact: Car majors to raise vehicle prices

Budget impact: Car majors to raise vehicle prices New Delhi: Reflecting the effect of Union Budget 2012, Maruti Suzuki India is set to hike prices of the cars with immediate affect. Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday presented the Budget in Lok Sabha on Friday. Customs duty on completely built large cars SUVs and MUVs of value exceeding $ 40,000 (Rs 20 lakhs) was raised. Cars will now attract ad valorem rate of 27 per cent. With...
01:50 PM, Mar 16, 2012
Overdrive: first drive of the new BMW 640d

Overdrive: first drive of the new BMW 640d

On this episode of Overdrive, we bring to you all new Volkswagen VW Touareg SUV,new BMW 640d and all the motoring news of the world. ...
05:24 PM, Mar 04, 2012

2012 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport first drive

2012 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport first drive Goes without saying that Toyota caught everybody napping when they launched the Fortuner, none more so than HM-Mitusbishi. Not that the Fortuner came out of the blue; it was hardly a secret that the SUV was India bound, that it took so long was what raised an eyebrow. And the other eyebrow joined it when pricing was revealed; at Rs 19lakh it immediately put every other SUV in that segment...
07:14 PM, Feb 18, 2012

Mahindra launches the new Xylo SUV

Mahindra launches the new Xylo SUV Mahindra and Mahindra have launched an updated Mahindra Xylo. The Xylo now gets a new grille, sharper headlights and a new bumper, all reminiscent of the Genio pick-up. The new Xylo gets a voice control system which allows the user to control the headlights, fuel lid, wipers, door locks and other features. There are five variants with the top of the line E9 getting leather upholstery, two tone dashboard, new...
01:46 PM, Feb 08, 2012

Mahindra closes bookings for XUV500

Mahindra closes bookings for XUV500 New Delhi: 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. The company will conduct a draw of the orders to deliver the vehicle to 7,200 customers. In a statement, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) said it has received over 25,000 booking applications from customers during the...
06:29 PM, Feb 07, 2012

First drive: Skoda Yeti 4x2

First drive: Skoda Yeti 4x2 We at Overdrive rather like the Skoda Yeti. Its diminutive size and full size price may work against it on paper but one drive and you're sold. Unfortunately most prospective customers give paper value considerable consideration and the Skoda Yeti never shifted the numbers it deserved to, in India. The Yeti 4x2 is Skoda's solution to skimpy sales figures. It's a popular solution, knock off some unnecessary extravagances and slice...
06:09 PM, Jan 12, 2012

Ford EcoSport @ Auto Expo 2012

Ford unveiled its crossover the Ford EcoSport on the eve of the 2012 Auto Expo at Pragati Maidan. This global compact sports utility vehicle has the same platform as the global Fiesta and is the second in the eight vehicle lineup that Ford plans to launch in India (the first was the Fiesta). The new crossover is slightly smaller than the CR-V, with a very strong design language. It has nice accents at the front especially the three-striped inside narrow, angular LED headlamps. It starts off nicely at the bonnet and connecting strip between the headlamps but the huge, gaping mouth below is disturbing. It has a forward canted stance with a high shoulder line, chunky fenders and an inverted trapezoidal grille all of which are distinct elements.It has chunky wing mirrors and the thick A and B pillars might be intrusive. The quarter glass could also pose some visibility issues while driving. It has a small rear windscreen. Again because of the spare tyre mounted on the hatch visibility might be obstructed further. The rear high-mounted stop lamp on the spoiler is an interesting touch. It will have two engine options – a 1-litre, 3-cylinder turbo, direct injection petrol engine producing 120PS of power and 170Nm of torque. Ford have managed to keep the emissions low at 140gm/km. This EcoBoost engine was first announced at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Is this the future of engine technology? Low emissions, high torque and power from small engines.  It will also come with a 1.4-litre diesel engine.
11:07 AM, Jan 05, 2012
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