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Thursday, 21 May 2009
Cars can be fashionable accessories, and not just a means of transportation. The colour of your car makes a fashion statement. A recent study conducted by Swedish car manufacturer Volvo revealed that more than 25.5 percent of all the cars that they sold were black in colour. Taking into consideration the fact that Volvo U.S. offers at least 15 different colours on each model, it was surprising that black was the preferred colour among vehicle buyers. Following this research, car manufacturers in India too have noticed that people are buying more number of cars that sport a black exterior than ever before. Despite India’s sultry weather, black seems to be the colour of choice among car buyers. Responding to buyers’ taste, most car models that were introduced last year were made available in black colour. A few years ago, Silver colour was in vogue among car buyers. Now, there is a change in preference with black overtaking silver as far as exterior of cars are concerned. According to car analysts, fashion on ramp is increasingly having an impact on the car colours that buyers choose. The automobile industry is influenced by fashion trends across the world. The color black stands for being mysterious. While not all cars look good in pastel shades or bright red, all cars look good with a stroke of black paint. Long luxury cars in particular, look best in black. Also, black cars have come to symbolise prestige and status. So it would not be surprising if more car launches happen with a black body colour. Labels: Car manufacturers in India, Volvo-U.S
Wednesday, 28 November 2007
Why not us! Maybe this would be the reaction of GM when Chevy scored hat-trick at the Initial Quality Study released by automotive research firm JD Power Asia Pacific. In the statistics Chevrolet Spark leads with a score of 127, followed by Aveo, and Optra with 109 and 97 points respectively. Truth on time: that’s what I felt when I heard about this rating. Am sure General Motors is unquestionably on a roll. GM is coming out with some solid stuff that serves the complete needs of a Chevy owner. Even if Chevrolet cars must not be very well sealed in the Indian market, it has proved its quality in the studies. The JD Power Asia Pacific has ranked Chevy trios based on customer experience after two to six months of ownership. The major factors of the studies are the problems encountered, quality of design and the quality of production. In fact this is the first time three Chevrolet models have ranked highest in their respective segments in the survey. GM’s premium compact car Chevrolet Aveo U-VA and MUV Chevrolet Tavera topped second best in their respective segments. This is GM, world’s largest auto company by production volume, and now they are selling hotcakes in the Indian auto market. Labels: Car manufacturers in India, Car-competition, Chevrolet, GM, Ratings on JD Power Quality Study
Friday, 23 November 2007
Buying a car is no more a luxury for Indians, it’s a necessity. For the global automotive industry, China is now a passé, India grabs all their attention. Last year, car sales in India totaled in 1.1 million with compact hatchbacks accounting for nearly three quarter of that. Time for Maruti, Tata, or Mahindra to pull up their socks, foreign automakers like Nissan, Hyundai, and Renault are aiming big in India. A recent auto survey says that the car market in India is growing at an average of 20 percent a year, outpacing even China. Nissan already made its entry to the Indian market with Renault SA of France and Indian automaker Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd and sold its Logan like hot cakes early this year. Japan’s carmakers are not behind in this race, the biggies like Toyota and Honda have already pronounced their presence here loudly. Maruti 800, Alto, or Santro says small car is always a big hit in India. Incited by Tata's super-cheap People’s Car next year, Nissan and Renault are projecting a car that may sell for as little as $2,500. And now India’s two-wheeler giant Bajaj and Renault are discussing the possibilities of ultra inexpensive cars. With this pace, bicycle and two wheelers may look like extinct products of the auto world. Labels: Bajaj, Car manufacturers in India, Car-competition, Honda, Hyundai, Mahindra, Mahindra-Renault, Maruti, Nissan, Renault, Tata, Toyota
Wednesday, 14 November 2007
The new Tata Safari Dicor 2.2 has hit the Indian roads and is no doubt ruling them too. It outdoes all other SUVs in the market and that too by a large margin. The new improved exterior and the plush interiors both help Safari Dicor 2.2 bag the top slot in its category. And with the sales figures on the rise I think this beast is here to stay. The main feature that distinguishes the Safari Dicor 2.2 from its variants and its competitors has to be the incredible engine that Tata motors has developed right from scratch. The engine unleashes mind-blowing power, torque and top speed that leave the competitors way behind in the race. This machine is equipped with top class safety measures. Right from ABS and EBD to air bags for the driver and the co-driver to the innovative Reverse Guide System, Tata Safari Dicor has it all. A perfect vehicle for the hardcore off-roaders, Safari Dicor 2.2 conquers all terrains. Priced at 11.5 lacs, this SUV is worth every penny. Article Submitted by Sam MalhotraLabels: Car manufacturers in India, New look, Safari DICOR, SUVs, Tata
Tuesday, 13 November 2007
Honda, after toying around with the idea of introducing a small car in India for a long time, has finally done it. The ‘Jazz’ or ‘Fit’ as it is known in some markets will hit the Indian road by the first quarter of 2009. ‘Jazz’ would directly compete with Suzuki Swift and Hyundai Getz. ‘Jazz’ is designed keeping in mind the practical requirements of a driver. It is expected to provide better mileage compared to the Swift and Getz. The Honda ‘Jazz’ sold in the American and European markets is equipped with a 1.5L Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control engine that pumps out 109 hp. This system is developed by Honda to improve the volumetric efficiency of a four-stroke internal combustion engine. But in any possibilities this will not be the engine specification for the Indian markets. Except for the small engine (which will be less powerful), the car will be at its best in terms of its exterior and interior styling. Honda is one of the top car manufacturers and is known world wide for its reliability and ace technology. Honda ‘Jazz’ cool!!!... was the reaction I got from some of the Honda fans I spoke to after they heard about the launch. This premium hatchback car will cost between 4.5 Lakh to 6.0 Lakh, priced slightly higher than other cars of the same class. However, the wait is far from over. Labels: Car manufacturers in India, Car-competition, Honda, Hyundai, Launch of new car in India, Maruti Suzuki, Small Car, Small engine
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