Posts Tagged ‘news’
Porsche drops plans to launch an entry-level sports car
According to German newspaper Stuttgarter Zeitung, Porsche has apparently dropped plans to build a two-seater entry-level sports car that would have been smaller and cheaper than its Boxster model. In an interview with Porsche CEO Matthias Mueller, the newspaper learned that such a model would risk dropping the credibility of the brand and alienating traditional [...]
Fuel efficiency labelling on Cars will come into effect by 2015
Car buyers now will soon be able to compare models based on government certified fuel efficiency labels, which was in discussion for about 4 years. The decision will force car manufacturers to put up fuel efficiency labels certified by government on every car they sell in the country. The labelling also asks manufacturers to improve [...]
Mahindra to relaunch Stallio 110 commuter motorcycle by this-Diwali!
The Stallio 110 was Mahindra Two Wheelers’ maiden offering in the high volume Indian commuter motorcycle market, and this product was launched soon after Mahindra acquired Kinetic Engineering Limited’s two wheeler business. The Stallio 110 was launched in late 2010, with Bollywood actor Aamir Khan gracing the occasion along with Anand Mahindra, the chairman of [...]
Ford India launches a new variant of Fiesta priced at Rs. 7.23 lakhs
Ford India has announced a huge price cut for the Ford Fiesta by up to Rs 1 lakh and the Fiesta range now begins at Rs 7.23 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The company has also eliminated quite a few variants from the Fiesta range and will now keep the only six variants of the Fiesta on [...]
Spied – 2012 Hyundai i20 facelift inside out!
The Korean car maker, Hyundai is all set to launch the facelift Hyundai i20 having sophisticated adoption of company’s new Fluidic Sculpture design along with various significant makeovers. There are rumours in the air that the all new Hyundai i20 will grace the Geneva Motor Show in the very first week of March. The new [...]
Spied – Chevrolet Sail sedan inside out!
Chevrolet Sail hatchback was the one being showcased at the recently held Auto Expo. Also, we had earlier showcased you the spy images of the Chevrolet hatchback. But this time the spy images are not the regular hatchback, ofcourse that has been unveiled at 2012 Auto Expo. Infact a few sneaked pictures of the Chevrolet [...]
Volkswagen India launched a pre-owned cars business “Das WeltAuto”
The German car maker, Volkswagen India forays into used car market in India under the brand name “Das WeltAuto” and will sell both VW brand as well as non-VW brand. The aim of Volkswagen is to provide a one-stop solution for all its customers looking for pre-owned cars. The company will setup three dedicated showrooms [...]
Spied – Mini Countryman at the BMW dealer in New Delhi
BMW India must be pretty excited at the moment gearing up to bring its Iconic brand Mini to India. BMW Mini is most likely to steal the show this time with the Mini hatchback, Mini convertible and a Mini Cooper Countryman crossover SUV expected to showcase at the 2012 Delhi Auto Expo. Now BMW Mini [...]
Spied – Tata Indica CR4 XL, yet again!
Tata Indica XL was we briefed you earlier also, is the latest one on which Tata Motors is working these days. It seems as if they did not want to disclose their latest launch and were secretly working on this one. Of course, this will create a new segment in itself and would surprise the [...]
Maruti to showcase new SUV concept at 2012 Auto Expo
India’s biggest car maker Maruti Suzuki India Ltd, plans to enter the fast-growing sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment at a time when increasing competition in its focus area. With cut throat competition in the small car segment and declining market share, the new SUV could help the company to increase its market share. Rumours suggest [...]
GM India showcases Beat BEV concept car in Bangalore
General Motors (GM) India, showcased Chevrolet Beat Battery Electric Vehicle(BEV) in Bangalore on Monday(14/11/2011), leading a ‘Tailored for India programme’, in a bid to demonstrate the effectiveness of BEV technology in the country. The vehicle was conceptualised at GM’s Bangalore-based R&D(Research & Development) centre, will be used to address potential cost savings to help make [...]
Spied – Chevrolet Captiva facelift, yet again in Mumbai
Firstly thanks to WheeloMania for the spy pictures of the upcoming Chevrolet Captiva facelift. The test mule’s front facia is covered in heavy camouflage. However as the product has been launched in the international markets, we earlier showed you a fair picture of what it looks like. Chevrolet’s versatile SUV has just been given a [...]
Mercedes-Benz launches Perfume for Men
Just the Facts – Mercedes-Benz is introducing a new men’s fragrance in 2012 with the name Mercedes-Benz Perfume. The scent, which combines woody notes with hints of floral, will be packaged as an eau de toilette, after shave, deodorant and shower and body gel. Renowned perfumer Olivier Cresp of Firmenich developed the fragrance. His resume [...]
Dussehra on wheels in Mangalore (Video)
Mangalore Dasara is one of the most celebrated and pompous festival of India. The city of Mangalore has a long tradition of celebrating the Dasara festival. Dasara (Dussehra) can be described as 10-day festival in South India, culminating on Vijayadashami or tenth day. The Mangalore Dasara is celebrated elaborately with great enthusiasm. During this period, [...]
After IAF, Railways raises controversy with Shahid-Sonam’s Mausam (Video)
Pankaj Kapoor’s upcoming movie ‘Mausam’ is in fresh trouble with the Railway Ministry taking “strong” objection to a scene, where the actor is seen speeding in a car through an unmanned level crossing in front of an approaching train, as it feels that it could encourage youngsters to engage in such dangerous actions. Concerned over [...]












