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Tuesday, 23 June 2009
Maruti to Re-Launch Grand Vitara
Maruti Suzuki India is all set to re-launch its high end Grand Vitara SUV with a new powerful engine. The new Grand Vitara will feature a 2.4 litre engine and will be called the GV 2.4 in India. It is expected to hit the markets next month. Currently the Grand Vitara is fitted with the 120 bhp, 2.0 litre inline-4 cylinder engine. The details of the power output are not yet revealed. The sales of the 5-seater SUV has been on a downward swing ever since the economic slowdown started in 2008. Despite the SUV market size being 25,000 units per annum, sales of Grand Vitara has been less than satisfactory. Almost all of Maruti Suzuki’s small cars are doing well in the Indian car market. It has eight small cars, one MPV, a mid-size sedan SX4, and two SUVs Gypsy and Grand Vitara. The pricing of the new Grand Vitara has not been revealed although the previous model carried a price tag of Rs 13.80 lakh. Despite its decent performance, the SUV has not matched up with record sales like its smaller siblings. By re-launching the SUV, the manufacture wants to highlight that the car stills exists. Auto analysts are skeptical about the sales of the re-launched SUV and keeping their guesses close to their heart. Maruti Suzuki’s Grand Vitara has been rivaled by Chevrolet Captiva, and Hyundai Tucson. These SUV’s are doing extremely well in the Indian car market. Labels: Chevrolet-Captiva, Hyundai-Tucson, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki-Grand-Vitara, Maruti-Suzuki-Gypsy, Maruti-Suzuki-SX4, small-cars-India, SUV
Tuesday, 5 May 2009
Toyota’s Futuristic Concept Showroom
It is nice to know that Toyota has selected India to introduce its futuristic concept showroom. Named as Galaxy, this is the third showroom of Toyota in Delhi which is created with the DIVA (Distinctive, Inviting, Value-added services, Advanced) concept. The concept of DIVA will assist the company to complete its future models range like MPV, SUV, passenger car segment, and the upcoming small car. Toyota realizing the potential of its product and further to strengthen its position in the Indian car market has come up with this concept that offers customer centric services like faster test drives and incorporated value chain services (exchange, registration, insurance and finance) all under one roof. The DIVA concept will be employed by the Toyota dealership across the country. The new showroom will display Toyota’s constant quest for a unique and futuristic concept. This state of the art showroom is built utilizing high-tech displays and interactive delivery that will ensure customers’ convenience and satisfaction. It is a great concept and expected to create a benchmark in the automobile history of India. The success of the concept depends upon the evaluation of the customers. After all, customers are considered as the king in the commercial world, and contented consumers can only lead the company towards victory. Labels: Car-Showroom, Indian-car-market, Toyota-Cars
Wednesday, 22 April 2009
Tata Nano Demand Worries City Planners
When the car industry is singing praises for the Nano, it’s giving a tough time for urban transport planners who predict the worse city traffic condition once the car hits the road. Surprisingly, the car is expected to expand the Indian car market massively which will definitely flood the tier II and III cities in the coming times. With no proper traffic strategies and large number of Nanos, the Indian roads will have a tough time. It is believed that the Nano is likely to imitate the 215 percent growth in annual volumes of cars seen between 1998 and 2008 within around ten years time. The figure clearly forecasts the condition which will engulf the Indian roads soon. The bulk sales of Tata Nano are expected in commercially active areas including small towns. It will hinder smooth traffic flow as the roads will get congested with increased number of vehicles. City planners say that it is not possible to widen the roads any further as there are limitations to number of flyovers and bringing down buildings is not possible. Moreover, it attracts huge investments that is difficult to get sanctioned from the government. The city planners can only create more one ways and put in more traffic signals to ease traffic congestion and avoid accidents. It would require some real planning for a new urban transport facility in India. But will the pace of development by government line up with the market conditions is a question that every Indian will ask soon after the 1st allotment of Tata Nano is made. Labels: Indian-car-industry, Indian-car-market, Tata-Nano
Tuesday, 21 April 2009
Panamera Witnesses World Premiere at Auto Shanghai
Porsche has just unveiled its most awaited Porsche Panamera in Shangai on the beautiful eve of the 13th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition. Panamera is a four-door premium luxury sedan that pioneers a host of technologies and is expected to entice new buyers with scintillating design structure and excellent engineering. The low-sleek silhouette becomes the first sight of attraction of the car. Among the five new outstanding technologies that make their world debut in the Panamera are start-stop system in conjunction with automatic transmission, air suspension with additional air volume available on demand in each spring, and active aerodynamics with an adjustable, multi-dimensional, extendable rear spoiler on the Panamera Turbo. Soon the scintillating Panamera will also make its debut in the Indian car market. Indian car buyers are actually looking forward for the car as it is considered to be one of the most powerful and beautiful car of the new era. The design, engineering, and style of the Porsche Panamera are formed by blending a wealth of ideas, unimaginable creativity, expert knowledge of talented designers and technicians. With all the best features and technologies the Panamera is to set new standards in performance, driving dynamics and efficiency. Labels: Indian-car-market, Porsche-Cars, Porsche-Panamera
ICML Postpones World Car Plan
Eyeing the current slowdown in the car market, ICML (International Cars & Motors Limited) has postponed its plans to introduce small car in India. Supposed to be marketed in Europe, U.S. and India, the ICML's world car was earlier expected by 2010.
The company feels that it is not the right time to introduce the cars as the industry is under the strain of tremendous recession. Hence, it has deferred its world car project which focused on export and domestic market. However, the plan to introduce a concept car 'Inspire' unveiled at the 2008 Auto Expo in India is going well and is expected to arrive by 2010.
The company is working with the Italian design house Pininfarina for its world car project and has invested around Rs 700 Crore for the design as well production front. The current model Rhino Rx is doing well in the Indian car market and the new cars from company's stable will certainly help to boost its performance.
Labels: Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch, Small-Cars
Thursday, 16 April 2009
Stunning New Sorento at the Seoul Motor Show
Kia Motors may sound new in the Indian car market but is not new for the international markets. Recently at the Seoul Motor Show Kia dazzled the auto critics, car enthusiasts, and auto manufacturers from all around the world with its stunning new Sorento. The new Sorento with an all-new look is offered with a choice of three engines comprising 2.4-litre 174bhp petrol, 2.2-litre 197bhp diesel, and a 2.7-litre V6 165bhp engine which will run on LPG. The car not only offers a choice in engines but also in transmission and wheel drive system. When it comes to transmission one can select from five-speed manual, six-speed manual or six-speed automatic whereas in the wheel drive system there is a choice of both two-wheel and four-wheel drive. The all-new Sorento will be longer, sturdier, and more impressive than its predecessor. The upgraded interiors with a sweeping dashboard, three-cylinder instrumentation panel, and supreme car audio system with an option of six, eight, or ten speakers add to the appeal and demand of the car. Sorento is a successful car in UK and the upgraded variant will be available by 2010. But in India there are only speculations that the car may come but not in near future. Infact before the car arrives, the car manufacturer has to set its first foothold in India. Labels: Car-Manufacturer, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Innovation in Engine Technology
With the rising air pollution and fuel prices, new innovative and advanced engines are the need of time. It is the engine that actually drives the car and influences the way cars perform and produce emissions. Also, the increasing consumers’ interest in fuel-efficient and nature-friendly vehicles are soaring the demand of innovative engines. Eyeing the current market, Maruti Suzuki has just unveiled its new generation K series engine named as K12M. This new engine is proudly India’s first engine compliant to BS IV emission norms and will offer best-in-class fuel efficiency and performance. The new engine will also reduce emissions and lower NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness). The new engine retains the technical superiority and fuel efficiency that Maruti offered with the first generation K series engine that is presently fitted in the Maruti Suzuki A-Star. But with this Maruti moves a step ahead in its efforts to produce fuel efficient and green engine technology for car buyers in India. Gladly, it also strengthens its focus on maximizing the environmental benefits. The new and powerful K12M engine will be fitted in Maruti’s forthcoming premium compact car, the Ritz. The introduction of this green engine in the proposed car will definitely increase the worth of the car in the Indian car market. By introducing the new K series engine just before the launch of Ritz, Maruti has simply developed a strong platform for the upcoming car. Labels: Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki-Cars, Ritz
Thursday, 9 April 2009
Guess the Price of New Porsche Panamera
It is said that the new Porsche Panamera is packed with host of innovations showcasing the world premier of some key car technologies. And it also beholds the best of design cues and overture ready to dazzle every single car as well as any passer by with its commanding presence. With all these if we ask you to guess the price of the car will you be able to do so? It may be difficult to judge the price as none of us are aware of what the innovations and technologies actually cost. The car manufacturer has put in the best of expertise and knowledge to put forth the best of technologies for its scintillating car. The starting price of the car is Rs 1,41,74,000 (New-Delhi Ex-Showroom price) for the base variant Porsche S. And if you wish to buy the dynamic variant Porsche 4S or the top-end variant Porsche Turbo then you would have to pay an amount of Rs 1,47,11,000 and Rs 2,01,84,000 (New-Delhi Ex-Showroom price) respectively. All the three variants of the Porsche Panamera will come with a powerful V8 engine mated to Porsche’s seven-speed Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) or double-clutch gearbox. It will also come with Direct Fuel Injection, low-friction drive systems, and lightweight bodyshells along with Porsche’s new Auto Start Stop function mated to the PDK transmission. The difference in all the three variants is that in the entry level variant the power is transmitted to the rear wheel, in the 4S variant, power is transmitted to the four wheels, and the top-end variant is powered by a biturbo-charged engine for extra power output and efficiency. Even in the interior the Panamera boasts of a new feeling of space and driving quality with ergonomically designed features. Apart from a bundle of joy in the interior the car also offers a host of customization options suiting the desires of the car buyers. The S and 4S variant receives sport seats that are electrically adjustable. And the turbo variant of the car comprises seats that are equipped with a Comfort Memory Package that offers a host of functions. The interior of the car also boasts of a supreme High-End Surround Sound System from the Berlin audio specialist Burmester that is a renowned audio company in the world. The high-end car audio system is fitted along with 16 loudspeaker and 16 amplifier channels that delivers an output of over 1,000 watt. What else one needs when driving a long journey especially with friends or with someone special. What adds to the increasing worth and demand of the Panamera in the Indian car market is that the company has already received forward orders prior to the launch of the car. Labels: Indian-car-market, Luxury-Car-Buyers, Porsche-Panamera-Price
Wednesday, 8 April 2009
Mercedes E-Class Goes Limited
Looks like Mercedes is working very hard to get back its number one position from BMW in the Indian car markets. To further strengthen its stand and give its rival a hard blow, the luxury car manufacturer has come out with the limited edition of its E-class. As known to all, E-class is the most popular model from Mercedes stable in India and has made impressive sales. The limited edition which is powered by a 3-litre diesel engine would be produced in only 192 units. 
The limited edition comes in a different style and feature giving the E-class a special touch. The additional features it boasts new headlights, and grille, double-spoke light alloy wheels, LED technology tail lights and also swathed in six different but attractive colours. The interior is also complimented luxuriously interiors with the special detailing of the bird’s eye maple wood trim, all new multi function wood/leather steering wheel and an all new instrument panel design. 
With the price of Rs 43.4 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), hope the limited edition of E-class would bring some good luck to the three pointer star. Let’s wait and watch if BMW would roll any limited edition of its 5-series to the India. Labels: Indian-car-market, Luxury-Cars, Mercedes-Cars, Mercedes-E-Class, New-Car Launch
Monday, 6 April 2009
Alto Gives Maruti Reason to Rejoice
Maruti Suzuki Alto is the highest selling cars from Maruti’s stable. Even at this time of falling sales the car manufacturer is able to sell good numbers of Alto in the Indian car market. Alto, a popular hatchback, has recorded the highest ever sales in March crossing a mark of twenty three thousand. That’s amazing! You would be amazed to know that this is the 11th time since the launch of Alto that the car has crossed a mark of twenty thousand sales in just one month. And above all what adds to the surprise is that the month of February 2009 was the 51st consecutive month in which Alto had crossed the ten thousand sales mark. So, in all 11 times crossing a mark of twenty thousand and 51 times crossing a mark of ten thousand in just one month actually reflects the credibility and demand of the car amongst Indian car buyers. It is also believed that in the history of Indian automotive only two cars have ever crossed a sale of twenty thousand in one month, one is the popular hatchback Alto and the other one is the India’s iconic car Maruti 800. Labels: Alto-Sales, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki, Maruti-Suzuki-Alto
Thursday, 2 April 2009
Era of Maruti 800 Comes to an End
 Maruti Suzuki’s bread-and-butter car ‘Maruti 800’ will see back stage after running successfully for 25 years on India roads. Though sounds shocking yet it’s true that the car manufacturer has decided to bring the curtains down for India’s first people’s car. This decision by Maruti seems to be unrealistic especially at the time when the new century people’s car ‘Tata Nano’ has hit the showrooms. This is a time when Maruti would have competed with the Nano with an upgraded version of the Maruti 800. But the decision to phase out the Maruti 800 is viable because with new and tighter emission norms entering the Indian car market, it would be difficult for Maruti to keep the 800 stable on roads. Even the Omni may find obstacles to survive in the market after the BS IV emission norms get applicable. From next year BS IV emission norms will be applicable in almost 11 cities across the country. So the M800 and the Omni will be phased out in those cities. But in other cities people will still be able to drive the 800 as the new emission norms will take some to enter. Maybe by 2016 both the highest selling Maruti cars will be completely phased out from the Indian car market. And this will definitely change the faith of Indian car market. Labels: Indian-car-market, Maruti-800, Maruti-Cars
Indian Car Market to See Volkswagen Polo
Despite the prevailing economic slowdown, Volkswagen sees great potential in the Indian car market and plans to bring a new car ‘Polo’ in the country. The car would be launched in both sedan and hatchback version by 2010. It was first unveiled at the 2008 Auto Expo and speculated to launch in India in 2009. It seems that it will borrow styling cues from the Scirocco concept enhanced with better design and performance. It is likely to come in the both 1.2 petrol and 1.6 diesel version. The company has big plans for the Indian car market. Recently, Volkswagen inaugurated a new plant in Pune that has the capacity to roll out 110,000 vehicles per year. This plant will initiate it production work by building the compact car, the Skoda Fabia. Eventually, it will also be utilized to manufacture the Polo hatchback. Currently, the group is present in India through its Skoda, Audi, and Volkswagen brands and their eight models of cars that are doing good business in the country. The company is optimistic with the Indian market and further expanding its network as well as product portfolio in the country. The famous people’s Beetle car fondly called as ‘Bug’ by many will also make its entry in India very soon. Labels: Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch, Volkswagen-Polo
Monday, 30 March 2009
Mitsubishi Cars will be Heavy on Pockets
car prices hike has become a recent buzzword amidst recession. In recent times, Indian car market has witnessed a major jump in car prices of many models. Now Mitsubishi Motors has revealed its plan to increase the prices of all its models. Mitsubishi cars will see a price hike of 4-5 per cent that will be applicable from 1st April. The company assembles its cars in Chennai through a joint venture with Hindustan Motors. Since the localisation levels in Mitsubishi models are still not very high, the company is finding it difficult to combat with the expenses on the imported kits due to rising value of Yen. Let’s have a look as to how much the Mitsubishi cars will see a price surge. To start with, the SUVs models Outlander and Pajero will get a price hike of around Rs 1 Lakh. The Cedia and the Lancer will be increased by Rs 50,000 and Rs 40,000, respectively. Also, the recently launched 2009 Montero priced at Rs 42 Lakh will see a steeper hike due to increased duty levies. Labels: Car-prices, Indian-car-market, Mitsubishi-Cars
Thursday, 19 March 2009
Fantasize a Ride on Dream Electric Car
If you love to take a ride on electric car then the Jim Dowle’s dream electric car is perfect pick up for you. Christened as P1 sports car, the proposed electric car is composed of lightweight composite body panels and two electric motors placed on either side of the car’s chassis. The lithium-ion batteries fitted in the car gives a stunning acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in an amazing 2.9 seconds and offers a practical top speed of 370 km. It’s a little hardtop sports car with stunning looks and commanding presence. It also features four-wheel-drive and long wishbone suspension front and rear to improve performance. Adding to the worth of the car is the regenerative braking technology for topping up the charge of the lithium-ion batteries. The P1 Sports car is a perfect answer to an ideal electric car with no compromise and is smart enough to drive the 21st century. Speculated to be launched by 2012, this car will definitely raise the bar for electric cars. Hang on! As the speculated launch time is not for the Indian car market. So, till then you can dream a ride on this tantalising electric car. But as the industry is switching over to electric cars, India may witness the launch of Dowel’s electric car in future. Labels: Electric-Car, Indian-car-market, Sports-Car
Wednesday, 11 March 2009
Audi’s Mission in India
Global economic conditions have still not relieved the car industry from its clutches completely. Though the market is seeing some modifications but there are no tangible signs of improvements. Even at this stage Audi is tapping on the Indian market with high hopes and dreams. The luxury car manufacturer is continuously taking the recession impacted time as an opportunity to prosper. Audi made its entry to the Indian car market in 2006 and since then the company is doing wonders. And now Audi plans to sell about 1,500 cars this year targeting about 40-50% growth in the India. The company strongly feels that it has experienced good sales even in the time of recession and so looking to a bright future with confidence is something acceptable. Audi strongly feels that Indian car market is growing aggressively and is loaded with lot of opportunities. And the market is gradually maturing for high-end luxury cars. In response to this, Audi plans to introduce a host of new car models in the country and strengthen its presence in the country. Audi’s mission in India is speculated to experience the launch of Q7, A4, A1, A4 Allroad, A5 SB, A7, R8 Spider and Q5. Before the launch all the models will be thoroughly checked for their compatibility with the needs, preferences, and desires of Indian car buyers. Audi also has plans to source auto components from India and is expected to counter negative impacts of recession through wise investment and continuous process optimization. Audi takes India as a significant growth driver. Labels: Audi-Cars, Audi-India, Indian-car-market, Luxury-Car-Manufacturer
Tuesday, 10 March 2009
Small and Beautiful Abarth 500
Small and beautiful Abarth 500 is one of the hottest future cars that retain a blend of Fiat’s lineage and Abarth’s tradition. Abarth is an Italian racing car manufacturer that is now a significant part of Fiat. The styling of the car is not emphasized much on visual appeal and aesthetics but on performance. It is creatively crafted with a need to optimize aerodynamics. And this is done by adding sporty side skirts, a larger roof spoiler, and a deep aerodynamic diffuser at the rear. Complementing the exterior appeal are the twin intercoolers, extended nose, and triple air intakes that reflect the distinctive characteristics of historic Abarth cars. Though the exterior and styling is not much focused the Abarth 500 makes a commanding presence on road. Inside the car exudes warmth with welcoming features like shift-light LED, aluminium pedal, leather steering wheel, sporty bucket seats, advanced car audio system, and Fiat’s innovative Blue&Me hands-free communication system. Safety is also maximized with a host of car safety technologies including seven airbags. The heart of the Abarth 500 is pumped by a 1.4-litre turbo engine with an output of 135bhp. Completely designed on the platform of Fiat 500, the new Abarth 500 is expected to make its entry to the Indian car market in a couple of years. This proposed car with its small structure, beautiful appeal, and powerful technologies will be a significant milestone in the rich heritage of Indian car industry as well as the Fiat’s journey in India. Labels: Abarth-500, Fiat, Future-Cars, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Friday, 6 March 2009
New Honda Accord on its Way
Good news for Accord lovers! New Honda Accord with a 3.5-litre V6 engine is on its way and is expected to be introduced in the Indian car market next week. The new engine will churn out an awesome power of 279 bhp that will mark new milestone in the successful history of the Accord. The new car is likely to carry a price tag of around Rs 25 Lakh. The present generation of the Accord is a complete blend of style, comfort, and elegance. The aggressive looks and striking presence makes the car one of the most commanding sedans on Indian roads. And above all what makes the car a hot choice amongst car buyers is the revolutionary 2.4-litre i-VTEC engine that generates 179 bhp. It’s clear that if a power of 179 bhp has made the Accord a success then the engine delivering a power of 279 bhp will definitely set new benchmarks in its segment. Possibilities are there that the manufacturer may not make modifications in the exterior and the interior as the car already has impeccable and eye-catching structure, style, and beauty. Just a replacement of the engine with a more powerful technology is enough to ignite new excitement in the market. Labels: Honda-Accord, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Chevrolet Spark Celebrating its Winning Attributes
The venerable Chevrolet Spark is rejoicing a position that was enjoyed by the legendary Maruti 800 for decades. With over three million models sold globally, the car has tasted great success and acclamation. Spark is a burning torch for General Motor that is gradually spreading its light across the length and breadth of the Indian car market. Even on foreign soils the car is equally gaining momentum. The winning attributes of the Spark that make it popular worldwide are its timeless beauty, brute power, outstanding performance, spacious interior, impressive mileage, and flamboyance character. It is also a great city commuter that can easily navigate through congested city roads. To celebrate the high sales of the car, General Motors has offered car discounts on its range of car models in India. The company offers an attractive discount of Rs 55,000 on the winning Chevrolet Spark, Rs 28,000 on the Tavera, Rs 50,000 on the Aveo, Rs 30,000 on the Aveo U-VA, and Rs 70,000 on the Optra Magnum. The success of Spark in the global car market is a sure sign of its credibility and with this the manufacturer is sure to register higher sales volume in the approaching months. Labels: Cars-Sales, General-Motors, Indian-car-market, Spark
Tuesday, 24 February 2009
Three-Wheeled Aptera Sparks New Hopes and Excitement
Far behind from the boundaries of sedans, coupes, hybrids, and electric cars the new three-wheeled Aptera is here to spark new hopes and excitement in the global car market. The design of the egg-shaped, two-seater Aptera is inspired from nature’s creation that goes along the wind instead of against the wind. Have ever watched birds gliding gracefully through the air? If yes then you must have noticed that the birds embrace the environment and fly in motion with the moving wind. A similar concept has been introduced while designing the Aptera. It is designed aerodynamically in a way that it does not have to waste its energy pushing the wind out of its way. Its long shape and gullwing doors (roof-attached doors) adds to the excitement of staring and driving the car. With the gullwing door, you can easily get out of the car even if the parking spot is tight. The interior spells eco-friendly characteristics of the car mainly with the eco-chic seating made of recycled materials and coloured with natural dyes. Solar assisted climate control system and cavernous cargo compartment further add to the value of the car. The solar assisted climate control system helps you to stay comfortable in all weather conditions as the solar cells on the car’s roof keep the cabin at a friendly temperature. And in the vast cargo space you can easily load 20 to 25 grocery bags. Amazingly, the electric version of the Aptera can run up to 160 km in one single charge. That’s commendable! Till date there are no clues whether the car will enter Indian shores or not. But if it will, it will bear a price tag of around Rs 15 Lakh and its worth the value because you won’t have to shell out your pocket at petrol pumps. Setting new benchmarks in automobile engineering, the introduction of this ultra-efficient three-wheeled car is itself an acclamation. Labels: Electric-Cars, Indian-car-market, Sedans
Friday, 20 February 2009
New Honda City Wins 'Indian Car of the Year 2009’ Award
New Honda City wins a prestigious 'Indian Car of the Year 2009' (ICOTY) award by Auto top automobile journalists in India. The Indian Car of the Year award is based on the standards of international awards and recognizes the efforts of the Indian talents. All the cars introduced in the calendar year 2008 were eligible for the award. There were seven finalists for the 'Indian Car of the Year' award including Hyundai i20, Honda City, Maruti Suzuki A-Star, Skoda Fabia, Tata Indica Vista, Toyota Altis, and Volkswagen Jetta. The new Honda City is selected for the title by a panel of 11 judges that comprise senior automobile journalists from leading automobile magazines in India. The New City was introduced in 2008 carrying a perfect symphony of stimulating style, refined comfort, outstanding performance, impressive fuel efficiency, and unmatched safety. Adding to the worth of the car is its unique ‘Arrow Shot Form’ design, beautiful exterior adornments, and futuristic technologies. The innovative fuel-efficient 1.5L, 4 cylinder i-VTEC engine compliant to the Euro IV Emission norms is one of the reasons behind the success of the car. The car is also honoured with the same award by some of the leading automobile magazines. It is even crowned for ‘Viewers’ Choice’ award by UTVi – Autocar Awards and CNBC TV18 Overdrive Awards. Honda launched the car with many expectations and it seems to be fulfilled as the 'Indian Car of the Year 2009' award is a sign of City's credibility in the Indian car market. Labels: Honda-Cars, Indian-car-market, New-Honda-City
Go Sporty with New Indica V2 Xeta
It’s time to go sporty with the new the Indica V2 Xeta. The trendy and stylish new car is here to add spice and oomph in depressed car market. The exterior of the sports variant is inspired from the peepy Indica Xeta with vibrant and lively look. It retains the same design with some striking modifications that include chrome inserts in front grille, set of single beam headlights, sleek taillights, and chrome-tripped exhaust. Smart new decals add to the sporty characteristics of the car. The same pep is carried into the car's interior. The stylish new interiors guarantee to satisfy the taste and desire of every car buyer. The redesigned instrument cluster, racy steering wheel, and stylish seat fabric in the interior offer refinement and comfort along with thrilling driving experience. Accentuating the charm and appeal is the beige interiors that along with functional car technologies make every journey a memorable ride. Nature lovers have a reason to adore the car as it also comes with a LPG variant along with the petrol variant. The eXtra Efficient Torque Advantage petrol engine is borrowed from the original Xeta which delivers a smoother and responsive drive. The launch of the new Sporty Indica V2 Xeta is made more exciting with a bunch of offers on the purchase of the car. The new variant of the Xeta is available with a 3-year loan scheme along with 3-year warranty, 3-year free repair, comprehensive maintenance package, and 3-year free 24*7 on-road assistance. Labels: Indian-car-market, Indica-V2-Xeta, New-Car-Launch
Citroen on Mission India
Citroen has a burning desire to find lucrative business opportunities in India. Although there were contradictory discussions about establishing its base in India, the car manufacturer is aggressively tapping the opportunities. The company already has it stake with Magna Steyr in India that provides a range of services including the whole spectrum of automotive processes. The manufacturer starts its mission by entering the south Indian state of Andhra Pradesh where it is in talk with the state government officials to explore investment opportunities. With a view to set up a base in the country, Citroen has already established a local office in Chennai to source auto components. And now, the manufacturer plans to share a greater portion of the Indian pie with few of its new car launches. Citroen is also ready to introduce an array of new car models. And to ensure the success of the cars in the India, it has taken inputs from officials of SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers) with regards to emission roadmap, road-worthiness rules, and policy structure. So, India will again witness and welcome one more foreign car manufacturer. Its seems Indian car industry is riding fast in pace with the advancing global car market successfully stamping its position in global automotive map. Labels: Car-Manufacturer, Citroen, Indian-car-market
Monday, 16 February 2009
Hyundai Rejoices Success Globally
It’s a celebration time for Hyundai as the company is receiving awe-inspiring response from Indian as well as international car markets. Hyundai’s scrupulously designed and engineered cars is getting applauds and honours worldwide with various awards. Taking about its performance in Indian, Hyundai i10 has received an overwhelming response with its advanced and fuel efficient kappa engine. The i10 saw a great success bagging awesome sales volume as well as prestigious awards like “Car of the Year” for 2008. It’s also acclaimed by many auto magazine and media like CNBC TV 18, Business Motoring, Overdrive, and NDTV Profit with a variety of awards. Hyundai’s models like the Santro and the Verna have also won appreciations and awards reflecting the brand value and significance in the Indian market. Its latest addition in i-series the model i20 is credited as the first completely built car that is being exported to foreign markets. Recently, Hyundai has received 'Manufacturer of the Year’ award in the UTVi Autocar Awards 2009. The same success story is repeated in the global market where the luxury sedan Hyundai Genesis has recently bagged the 'Canadian Car of the Year 2009' award at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto organised by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). The same car has even been crowned with the title of '2009 North American Car of the Year' earlier this year. Genesis with its excellent design, styling cues, and ground breaking technologies has defeated a host of high-end luxury cars including the Audi A3, Acura TL, and the Infiniti G37X. All these awards are a testimony to Hyundai's capabilities and expertise of producing award winning vehicles. Labels: Hyundai-cars, Hyundai-i10, Indian-car-market
Friday, 13 February 2009
Skoda Octavia will turn 50 in 2009
Skoda's one of the most popular models Octavia will soon celebrate its golden jubilee this year.This car was launched in 1959 as the successor to Skoda 440 also named as Spartak. Skoda rejoices a presence of successful 100 years in the car industry presenting many marvels to the world. So its model Octavia continues to walk in the success path with its extraordinary practicality, timeless design, spaciousness, and reliability. It has climbed the success ladder receiving overwhelming response from its customers which is also reflected by its ever growing sales figure. In India, this well-built life style car offers a practical interior and extraordinary luggage space that make it a perfect business and family car. Available in petrol and diesel variants, the car carries all the necessary features that have made it a hit in the Indian car market. Skoda has sold over 2 million Octavia worldwide till now and offers a wide range of versions including Škoda Octavia RS and the Scout. The Octavia is expected to carry the company’s legacy making itself a mascot of the brand. Labels: Indian-car-market, Skoda-Cars, Skoda-Octavia
Wednesday, 11 February 2009
Subaru’s New Legacy Concept
The name Subaru is enough to take you to the exciting and exotic world of designer cars. The company carrying the heritage of designing unique car has recently unveiled its new ‘Legacy Concept’ at the 2009 Detroit auto show. The Legacy concept is a prototype that showcases the next generation Legacy sedan which was launched 20 years back. This new concept is designed using a creative art of crafting that combines the traditional Japanese lines and sober European looks. It comprises a larger wheelbase to maximize interior space and a wedge-shaped side rear vision camera. Even the interior of the car is packed with highly defined technologies and features including the advanced infotainment system controlled through a touch screen interface. Under the hood, the concept retains Subaru's tradition of using the 3.6-litre boxer engine and the legendary symmetrical all-wheel-drive system. Till date, no Legacy sedan has made its debut into the Indian car market. But as the Indian car market is growing tremendously witnessing major international car brands, one can expect this type of elite concept to debut in the country in future. Labels: Auto-Show, Indian-car-market, Sedan
Tuesday, 10 February 2009
Feel the New Hyundai Verna
Remember September 2006 when Hyundai launched the Verna with elegant styling, comfortable interiors, time-tested quality, and high degree of reliability. Since then, the car has stamped its authority in the Indian car market. Now with the addition of new variants into Verna’s profile, the company expresses its euphoria of creating one of the highly successful and credible cars in the mid-size sedan segment. The new Verna with its contemporary European looks wears new exterior and interior to paint a spectacular picture in the minds of Indian car buyers. It possesses an aerodynamic styling and its design highlights are a stylish new radiator grille, new chrome insert in waistline moulding, electrically adjustable ORVM (Outer Rear View Mirror), rear chrome garnish, and a new full wheel cover for extra appeal. In the interiors, the car is spacious and uses improved designs, high-quality fabrics, and sophisticated features. The new variants boast of the upgraded audio console that bears a high fidelity 2 DIN Music System with 4 speakers and 2 tweeters. Safety has never taken a back seat in Hyundai's car and so even the new Verna comes loaded with a host of safety features like the antilock brakes for enhanced safety and security. The visual appeal of the car may not impressive all but its peppy and powerful engine holds the supremacy and capability to attract car buyers. It is available in a choice of same petrol and diesel engines that made the old Verna carved its own niche in the Indian market. The 1.6-litre petrol engine with variable valve timing technology is quick and powerful but the 1.5-litre diesel using a variable geometry turbocharger is a sure shot winner. The most exciting introduction is the association of automatic transmission with the top-end diesel variant. Maintaining the same engine and mechanicals, the new variants of Verna comes with a host of improved and luxurious embellishments carrying the price range of Rs 6.3 Lakh to Rs 8.6 Lakh. Holding the promise to fulfil customer’s delight and satisfaction, Hyundai again raises the competitive bar for style, performance, and driving dynamics with the launch of new Hyundai Verna. Labels: Hyundai-Verna, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Monday, 9 February 2009
New WagonR and Omni on Rolls
As many car manufacturers are giving a new touch to their existing cars in order to accelerate their product sales in the depressed market, Maruti Suzuki is also following a similar strategy to persistently hold the car market. Its successful hatchback the WagonR and the MPV Omni will get a new face with distinct look and style. The new WagonR would be designed and constructed on the platform of MR Wagon that lays emphasis on a more elegant design, spacious interiors, and versatile seating arrangement. It would be sportier in looks but retain its tall-boy design. Even the all-new Omni would now have a re-designed and attractive appeal. It would be designed on the Versa platform with refreshing and premium features. Likely to be renamed as O2, the car would carry a higher price tag. It may even replace the Versa and would beckon a contagious competition in its segment. With the intact brand name of Maruti Suzuki, these cars have experienced a great success in the car market. Hope their new avatars too witness similar triumph. Labels: Car-Manufacturer, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki
Friday, 6 February 2009
Mahindra Xylo Climbs High
The MPV Xylo from Mahindra’s stable has brought a new excitement in the Indian car market.The thrill that Mahindra tried to invoke in the market before the debut of the car with its creative marketing strategies is also continuing after its launch. The catching punch line “The era of sedan is over” left people guessing about the car’s body type and it was only public after its commercial launch. The exhilaration was overpowered with passion when the car actually made its debut in the country. Not only this, the Xylo has also kick-start Mahindra's sales chart along with overwhelming response from the car buyers. As speculated, Xylo proved to a blessing for Mahindra and with this prop the company is gradually stepping towards the success path. Surprisingly, in this time of credit crisis when most of the car buyers are deferring their car buying decisions, the Xylo has recorded sales of 1,788 cars with bookings of more than 4000 cars. Undoubtedly, this awe-inspiring success within a month of its launch has given a tough time to its competitors. Its unique features combining the luxury of a sedan with the ruggedness of a SUV are a threat to the cars from both the segment. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mahindra-Xylo, New-Car-Launch
Thursday, 5 February 2009
Rolls Royce Rejoices its Success in India
When the entire car industry was suffering from the pain of low sales due to recession, Rolls Royce rejoiced its success in the Indian car market. The year 2008 was the worst year in the history of car industry as it has witnessed a tremendous fall in car sales even in the festive months when people lavishly invest on luxury items like cars. But few of the luxury car manufacturers including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Rolls Royce managed to sell their car models and enjoyed their victory amid economic downturn. Surprisingly, Rolls Royce experienced 20% rise in its sales despite of being one of the costliest car brands in the country. It is unimaginable that in the depressed market condition costly luxurious cars are receiving good response. It is interesting to note that there is a great demand for the Phantom range in the price conscious Indian market. And the new introductions of the model of Phantom Saloon and extended wheel base models bagged the credit for more than half of the overall sales. Even more interesting is the fact that the company’s sales scored by 20 percent continuously for five consecutive years. And now heading with the positive view Rolls Royce is looking forward to introduce RR4 series in the country later this year. Labels: Indian-car-market, Luxury-Car, Rolls-Royce
Wednesday, 4 February 2009
Volkswagen Introduces the Bluesport Concept
Volkswagen introduces its fascinating Bluesport concept with a desire to gift the car industry a clean and fuel efficient car. The compact and passionate Bluesport concept car first made its appearance in the Detroit 2009 Auto Show 2009. It’s a unique sport car with a symbiosis of outstanding technology and striking Volkswagen design.The car carries a lean and linear structure. The interior displays meticulously crafted body with high level of technological details. The intuitive and easy to operate touchscreen is the eye catching feature of the car. The single-piece seatbacks are perfectly adorned with the leather upholstered. It packs a mid-mounted 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine mated to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission and generates 180 bhp. The car with effective weight distribution and powerful engine can reach a top speed of 225 km/h and run from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. The introduction of this car in the market would give a whole new meaning to 'diesel performance' that seems to an oxymoron to the majority of the car buyers. Volkswagen's Bluesport concept speculated to form a new platform for Audi TT and Porsche Boxster will see the light of day by 2011. Labels: Indian-car-market, Volkswagen
Tuesday, 3 February 2009
Is Toyota Yaris Safe for India?
Toyota’s flagship model Yaris has reported seat belt defect in U.S. The glitch is found in the seat belt pre-tensioners which are detected to tighten seat belts releasing hot vapours during frontal crash. The release of hot vapours from the charge that activates the pre-tensioners can cause a foam pad in the car to ignite and this can prove fatal. Toyota Yaris is soon to make its debut in the Indian car market and this news of defect in the car could affect its sales performance in the country. To resolve this issue the company has noticed that removing the foam pad is the best possible solution. The company may fix the problem for the Yaris models that are available in America but what about India? It’s difficult to say that whether we'll have the foam-removed version of the Yaris or the actual model. We think the foam-removed version would hit Indian shores. And that's something very obvious. The car is designed with unique styling cues, sporty characteristics, and advanced engine technologies. Beside this minor problem which will definitely get fixed, the car does not have any other drawback. It’s a great success in North America and we have to wait to see its market in India. Labels: Indian-car-market, Toyota-Yaris
Thursday, 29 January 2009
Chevrolet Mini to Arrive Soon
GM’s Chevrolet brand has rejoiced its victorious presence in the Indian car market. Seeing the winning success of its leading car models like the Aveo U-VA and the Spark, the company now plans to add an new car model in the portfolio of Chevrolet brand. Both the Aveo U-VA and the Spark have embarked a success story for the brand receiving accolades and appreciations from consumers as well as experts. These cars have been tagged with the tile of best quality cars in their respective segments by J.D Power Asia. The car manufacturer is thinking over the new car launch to dominate the small car segment of the Indian car market. The Mini is designed on the platform of Chevrolet Beat that demonstrates the flexibility, creativity, and innovativeness. Like Chevrolet Beat, the Mini will also display an eye-catching design that is sure to evoke a temptation to own the car. Speculated to be powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine or a 1.4-litre diesel engine, the new Chevy will be pitted against the Hyundai i20 and the Skoda Fabia. Labels: Chevrolet-Cars, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Tuesday, 27 January 2009
Chevrolet Captiva Goes Automatic
Chevrolet Captiva is a leading SUV in the Indian car market with a perfect combination of aesthetic integrity and amazing performance. It is proudly known as the cocoon of comfort with finest quality leather upholstery, driver friendly LCD screen, steering wheel mounted audio controls, and detailed storage options accentuating the interior appeal of the car. Even the 2.0-litre engine technology has greatly contributed to the success of the car. Adding value to the already competent and leading SUV, comes the Automatic Captiva. The automatic transmission in the new Chevrolet that features a five-speed gearshift associated with the existing 2.0-litre diesel engine. Also, an adaptive AWD (All Wheel Drive) is mated to the new transmission system for better drivability and handling. The AWD features torque sensing electrically controlled couplings that are used for automatically re-directing the engine torque to individual axles with respect to the driving conditions. The new Automatic Captiva will rival leading SUVs like the Honda CR-V, Ford Endeavour and the Mitsubishi Outlander on Indian roads. Labels: Chevrolet-Captiva, Indian-car-market, SUV
Friday, 23 January 2009
Mercedes Cars will be Heavy on Pockets
The Indian car market is still struggling with credit crunch and is far away from making a complete comeback to revival. In this time of financial meltdown, it has become difficult for car manufacturers to sustain in the uncertain market condition. They are increasing prices across their respective car models to survive in the recession infected car market. Leading players like Maruti Suzuki, Toyota, General Motors, and Honda have already announced a hike in their car prices nullifying the discounts offered earlier in response to the excise benefits. For a long time car manufacturers have absorbed significant level of cost escalation. But now, none of them are able to intake them depreciating their own profit margins. Even Mercedes-Benz is not able to face the challenge posed to the company's margins and decided to raise prices of its entire car models available in the Indian market. The decision to increase car prices is purely against an unavoidable pressure from the combined effect of global recession, fluctuating input prices, and adverse exchange rates. Till now, the rate of hike has not been decided by the company but it’s confirmed that the increased prices will be effective from mid-February. Labels: Car-prices, Indian-car-market, Mercedes-Cars
BMW Cars with Wireless Communication System
Till date we have witnessed the advent of various new car technologies in the Indian car market. Now it’s time to welcome world's first networking system between your car and the service centre. Performance Motors Ltd., an authorized BMW distributor, has introduces its innovative technology called BMW TeleServices in the car market. Interestingly, this technology utilizes wireless communication between a BMW car and the BMW service centre. There is a continuous transmission of service-related information between the two. Almost 70 control units in the car monitor all crucial elements and ensure proper and smooth running of the car. If in case, the control unit detects any fault, a toll free call to the service centre is automatically initiated without any intervention of the driver. Further for the convenience of car owners and to reduce servicing time, customer care executives from the BMW service centre call car owners to fix service appointment and discuss about all the repairs required. Whether it’s an accident, an emergency breakdown, or a fixed appointment, you don’t need to remember the service appointments or worry about inconvenience at the roadside in case of a breakdown because with the new BMW TeleServices, your car will automatically do these jobs. All BMW lovers can have the opportunity to use this interesting innovation in the recently launched all-new BMW 7-Series. Labels: BMW-Cars, Indian-car-market
Monday, 19 January 2009
Fiat to Manufacture Low-Cost Car
Low-cost car are the latest hum in the Indian car market amid rising air pollution, traffic congestion, and fuel prices. Mobility has been redefined by Indian populace from the fuel guzzling SUVs to fuel efficient small cars. Small cars being economical and safe meet all the needs and demands of car buyers. Seeing the wind of change in the market, many car manufacturers are walking along with the new trend carrying the conscience of small concept. Following the suit, Fiat has also announced its plan to introduce a global low-cost car by 2010 and for this project India would be one of the key hubs for providing car components to the company. The brand will tap the experience of its Indian partner, Tata Motors, to get a clear picture of the kind of effort it needs to put in for establishing this venture. Tata Motors being the manufacturer of world’s cheapest car may help Fiat for implementation of this plan. It is believed that the low-cost car will be rolled out of the Tata-Fiat's Ranjangaon plant near Pune with all localized auto components. After the launch of its scintillating mid-sized car the Linea, Fiat has made a perfect decision by planning a low-cost car in the cost cognisant and green era. This new car will further help the company to get a better hold of the Indian car market. Labels: Fiat-India, Indian-car-market, Small-Cars
Mahindra Aspires to Launch 10 New Cars
Car manufactures are not restricting themselves from introducing new cars in the car market despite of being badly affected by the slowdown. They are rather banking upon new car launches to propel their car sales figure towards positive scale. Around 50 new car models are likely to hit the market in 2009. Many car manufactures believes that new cars with upgraded features and fresh look will help to infuse the zeal among car buyers to own these cars. With this view in mind, car manufactures are planning to launch more new cars in the market. Experts also think that new cars launches will aid to smoke away the prevailing depression in the industry triggered by global recession. Recently, the new models like the Fiat Linea, Mahindra Xylo and the all-new Sonata Transform had made their grand entry in the car market. Now Mahindra is ready with its plans to roll out a portfolio of 10 new car models in the Indian car market. The count not only includes passenger cars but also commercial vehicles and low tonnage vehicles (LTV). All the cars are to be built on a specified platform designed on the basis of size, strength, and body construction. The company has also revealed its interest to launch a new SUV by 2010. Following this would be three to four car models designed and manufactured on the same platform. A couple of models are expected to be designed on that Xylo platform as well. Hope these proposed new cars be able to ignite a spark of revolution with their modern designs and features fulfilling the high-end need of the changing generation. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mahindra-and-Mahindra, New-Car-Launch
Friday, 16 January 2009
Winning Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen has proved its brand position in the Indian car market with the flagship model Jetta, a car that is admired for its excellent quality, drivability, and performance. This high-end beauty on wheels has been recently honoured with the title of 'Executive Car of the Year 2009' by the Indian automotive magazine, Autocar India. Autocar's awards are widely accepted and considered as a benchmark for excellence in India. People related to automobile industry including consumers, car manufacturers, and auto experts recognize Autocar awards as the most trusted word on automobiles. The Jetta has experienced a successful presence in the country winning hearts of Indian car buyers. You would be amazed to know that since the inception of Jetta in India in July 2008, the company has successfully sold 1,000 Jettas. This high number within a few months and at a time when the Indian car market was severely hit by recession is mind blowing. There were sixteen cars and eight bikes that were nominated for the award. But the award was bestowed on the Jetta. And there is nothing strange in it. This great car having global standards with respect to all automotive aspects suitably deserves this respected award. Labels: Car-Manufacturer, Indian-car-market, Volkswagen-Jetta
Take a Glimpse of Exhilarating New Cars and Technologies
Indulge yourself in the exhilarating aura of 'Mumbai International Motor Show (MIMS) 2009' organized by the Times of India that showcases latest car brands and technologies. The inaugural day of the event was marked by the most striking car of the Indian future, the Volkswagen Beetle. The name is no stranger to anyone, it's a true iconic car that exudes style, elegance, luxury, and performance. Excitingly, this is the first public display of the elite Beetle. The significant presence of Volkswagen marque brand, the Beetle, at MIMS is attributed to the fact that the show offers a strong and independent platform that would probably rise the potential market of the car after its launch, hopefully in the next 15 months. The company also has a great belief that this would help them strengthen their presence in the Indian car market mainly in the western part of the country. The inaugural day is over but yet there are many new cars, bikes, and futuristic technologies to be displayed during the remaining three days of the show. The second day of the event is believed to witness the most scintillating new car launches of 2009. Don't get deep into your thoughts, its the latest Fiat Linea and the Mahindra Xylo, this cars that have recently made their debut in India. Adding to your surprise and excitement, the event will feature a number of cars and two-wheelers that have been a vital part of the popular Bollywood movies. And sports enthusiasts can feast their eyes with the beauty of displayed Formula One Cars. MIMS is a great platform for car and bike enthusiast who desire to have a rendezvous with exciting cars, bikes, and technologies. The show started on 15th Jan 09 at MMRDA Grounds in Mumbai and will end on 18th Jan 09. Labels: Auto-Show, Indian-car-market, New-Cars
Wednesday, 14 January 2009
The Magic of Luxury Cars
Demand for luxury cars in India is growing in a big way. Luxury cars have always magnetised car buyers with their charming appeal and aesthetics. Despite the economic crunch, the luxury cars has made good sales in the Indian car market. To attract the buyers and to sustain in the car industry many car manufacturers reduced the car prices. But surprisingly, the luxury car manufacturers did not have to throw any kind of freebies or discounts to sell their cars. Passion for luxury car drives car buyers to go ahead with their dream to buy these cars even at the time of sluggish market. One such buyer is the 'Power Star' of Kannada cinema Puneet Rajkumar who is an instant buyers of luxury cars and reveals that he goes for car shopping whenever he feels like no matter whatever the market condition is. Currently he owns a Audi Q7 and dreams to upgrade it with the Bentley Coupe and the BMW M6. Aditya, another Kannada actor too is not affected by the slowdown in the car market. Cars are his greatest passion and he considers this possession as his second home. Very soon we can see him driving his Hummer, which he is planning to import from Dubai. He is also mesmerised with the BMW 5-series and plans to buy by year-end. Car rallyist Anitha Kholay also loves car and upgrades it frequently to give new and fresh look. Unaffected by the current downturn, she plans to add a Merc C or a E class sedan in her garage along with the present Skoda Octavia Rider and a Mitsubishi Lancer. Labels: Car-Manufacturers, Indian-car-market
Tuesday, 13 January 2009
World's First Flying Car Takes Flight
A car that keeps swinging between a car and an air plane might be sounding unrealistic but its true that this incredible concept has taken its shape in the form of World's first flying car. The first flying automobile is all set to take flight next month. Christened as Terrafugia Transition and engineered by former NASA engineers, this flying car can surprisingly transform from a two-seater road car to an air plane in just 15 seconds flying up to 500 miles at a cruising speed of 185 km/h. Even more interesting is the process of transformation. When in air, the wings of the car unfolds automatically and while on road, they get folded in one integrated vehicle design. What adds to the thrill is the fact that this car will run on normal unleaded petrol and designed with a size that can fit into any garage. But the price is exceptionally high with a tag of about Rs 9.7 million. Its still eighteen months for the car to land in showrooms. Legally, as this car will only be allowed to take off from roads of Alaska, it is too early to say when this car will actually come into the Indian car market. Now, the question arises will people spend such a huge amount on a flying car. We think they will. Because with high pace of advancement and innovation, air travel will soon become practical for car buyers at a price that would soon beat driving. Labels: Flying-Car, Indian-car-market
Hyundai Genesis Bags the 'North American Car' of the Year Award
Hyundai Genesis bags the 'North American Car' of the Year Award among the dazzling cars displayed at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show from the brand names like the Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW, and the Volkswagen. Under the brilliant white light of the Detroit Auto Show was showcased an inspiring assortment of fabulous cars and concepts from around the world. Cars like the Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss, the Audi Sportback Concept, BMW Z4, and the Volkswagen Passat CC were under the spotlight, drawing visitor's attention towards their elegance, style, and aesthetic visual appeal. The Hyundai Genesis steals the show winning the car-of-the-year award. The '2009 North American Car of the Year' is a honourable title which will further encourage Hyundai to manufacture more upscale, up-market cars in the similar platform for the US consumers. This award has marked a significant milestone in the history of Hyundai. Hyundai has plans to launch a couple of new cars in the coming years. Maybe those are a part of this winning platform and may succeed with heaps and bounds in the Indian car market. Labels: Hyundai-cars, Indian-car-market, New-Cars
Friday, 9 January 2009
Mahindra Unveils the Thar Concept
Mahindra & Mahindra unveils the Thar concept in the Bologna Motor Show held in December 2008. In the Thar concept, Scorpio's CRDe engine along with a 4*4 BorgWarner is used. The company is mulling to launch this concept based car in the European market. Excitingly, it is designed on the platform of the Mahindra Classic and based on the Scorpio's powertrain. Fitting Scorpio's engine in a car like this clearly reflects the reliability and dependability of the Scorpio that is successfully running on Indian roads. Earlier there were queries whether such a concept would do well in the market or not. But Mahindra declares that retro vehicles like the Thar have established their own niche in the European market. However, in India, the car market will take some time to accept this concept. But, with the powerful engine packed with innovation, Mahindra can definitely drive the Thar to the Indian car market. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mahindra-and-Mahindra
A New Automatic Parking System For Cars
Parking a car is a irksome task for most of us. Sitting on the driver's seat many of us just struggle to fit in our cars in stuffed parking spaces. But now, to make the tedious parking job easy Ford has introduced a new car parking system. This innovative car parking system is christened as Automatic Park Assist System. You may now not have to struggle for parking spaces. You can just sit calm behind the wheel and the new automatic parking system will park the car for you. Ford has not used any new technology to support automatic parking. It has simply used the existing ultrasonic parking sensors combined with a new electric power assisted steering system. The sensors will figure out the actual distance from other cars in the parking lot and then steer itself into the parking space with only minor inputs from the driver. A driver just have to press a button on the dash which activates the ultrasonic parking sensors to scan and check the parking area in terms of space for parallel parking. The car then signals the driver to select the suitable gear. The steering job is done by the active park assist system meanwhile the driver put brakes when required. The system also comes with a visual or audible interface that warns the driver of nearby cars, objects, and people. Surprisingly, the automatic parking system is accurate and quick, proving its superiority in the car electronic market. The system will take some time to enter the Indian car market. But you can find this automatic parking system in Lincoln MKS and MKT cars in the international market. Labels: Automatic-Parking-System, Indian-car-market, New-Car
Wednesday, 7 January 2009
Mercedes-Benz to Drive New Cars in India
Mercedes-Benz is heading ahead keeping pace with other German car manufacturers like Audi and BMW. The company is planning a bunch of new car launches in the Indian car market. The first in line is the new E-Class that is speculated to be introduced in January this year. The next generation E-Class is known to be introduced with better styling, wheel-arched extension, massive bumpers, sculpted wide-frame grille, and a greenhouse. Following the E-Class would be the elite S-Class facelift that is believed to hit the successful BMW 7-Series. The proposed S-Class would be launched with new front skirt, sculpted bumpers, elegant side flashers, and a re-designed rear bumper. Additionally, Mercedes plans to introduce the fourth generation CL-Class that is expected to be launched by 2011. This new car would be designed on the platform of the E-Class and is speculated to beat the Audi A7, S-Class, and the Porsche Panamera. An innovatively designed SLK-Class and a SLR-Coupe are also significant additions in the future portfolio of Mercedes cars. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mercedes-Benz, New-Car-Launch
Friday, 2 January 2009
Used Cars Win Over New Cars
The global recession has created a turbulence in the Indian car market influencing the consumers' purchasing power. New car sales has been slashed drastically shifting the wind of growth towards used car market. Seeing the current turmoil in the car industry, many car manufacturers has postponed their new car launches. At this time of financial meltdown, consumers also feels it is better time to shop for used car rather than investing hefty amount on a new car purchase. So, the used car segment is now experiencing a good demand compare to the earlier time of stable market condition. For instance, Maruti True value has experienced a growth of nearly 30 percent, whereas the sales of the Maruti's new cars has dropped by around 10 percent. The new car market is further likely to face tough competition from the used car market as there is possibility of the car prices going high this January. Moreover, certified used cars from Company-owned used-car outlet are thriving enormously in the industry because they provide a wide range of services like car finance and insurance, fitment of car accessories, assistance with paperwork, and documentation under one roof.
Labels: Indian-car-market, New-Car, Used-Car
Porsche to Introduce New Cars in India
With Audi and BMW planning a slew of new car launches, Porsche also moves in line with them. All the car manufacturers are heading for generation change and facelifts to give a completely new picture to the Indian car market. There are speculations that many of the Porsche cars have been found undergoing testing and benchmarking activities. The Porsche Panamera, a new Cayenne, new generation 911 and the new Boxster Speedster are some of the proposed cars set to be rolled out from Porsche's stable. The new diesel version of Cayenne will be propelled by a turbo-charged engine supplied by Audi. The launch of the diesel version is credited to the increasing demand of more fuel-efficient cars in the auto market. The next generation 911 would feature the flat-six engine to boost power and performance. Following the launches, the company would also launch the Boxster Speedster with a dome behind headrest, lower windshield, and modified canvas hood. The car is known to be powered by improved engine technology that would deliver 303 bhp. Porsche eyes the new car launches with heightened hopes and aspirations. These new players are expected to bring new excitement in the Indian car market. Labels: Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch, Porsche-Cars
Tuesday, 30 December 2008
BMW's New Cars to Conquer Indian Market
BMW ratchets up the trend of introducing new cars in the Indian car market. The company has high plans to launch a variety of new cars along with the model-line extensions. Some of the great deliveries by the BMW are to be seen in the upcoming X6 and revamped 5-Series. The company is gradually widening its range and strengthening its credentials in India. After introducing the 3-Series, 5-Series, and the 7-Series, the even numerals in between like the 2-Series, 4-Series, and the 6-Series are also expected to be a part of the BMW portfolio soon. An expansion of Z-Series along with extension of X3 is also expected from the BMW’s stable. The next generation 5-Series is speculated to be introduced by 2010 with a completely new chassis, a double wishbone front suspension, and a light-hybrid technology. Additionally, the X6 hybrid would be rolled out with a completely new concept. But this new concept is expected to be overpowered by the company’s own X3 that is to be introduced with new dimensions, pleasing interiors, and intelligent engine technology. The BMW is also working on the concept of 1-Series based on the platform of roadster and the Z4 based on Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class. The new image of the A8 is known to be revived in the form of a four door coupe designed and built on the lines of the Porsche Panamera and the Aston Martin Rapide. With so many new cars in BMW’s stable, there is much to expect in terms of design, engineering, excellence, and elegance. Labels: BMW-Car, Indian-car-market, New-Cars
Audi’s Onslaught in India
Audi with its magical four rings has rejoiced success in the Indian car market with a host of elegant, stylish, and luxurious cars. The Audi A4, Audi Q7, Audi R8, Audi A6, Audi A8, and the Audi TT form the complete portfolio of Audi cars in India. All these models are ardently crafted with state-of-art designing and leading edge engineering. Till date, Audi has maintained a huge gap between consecutive new car launches so that the Indian populace can relish the beauty of each and every Audi car. But now the company plans to fill the long gaps between the launch of its car models. Audi has a bunch of SUVs and sports car line up for the Indian market. Speculations are there that the Audi A1 and the A7 would lead the new car launches by Audi. Adding to them would be the entry level SUVs like the Q3 and Q5 that may be of special interest to Indian consumers who are now appreciating and welcoming the high-end SUVs. Adding to the Audi R8 would be the R6, smaller sibling of the powerful and responsive R8. The company also plans to transform the exhilarating R8 to a high performance and exclusive coupe, speculated to be christened as Audi R8 Spider. Audi TT would get its RS variants along with the introduction of a refurbished version of the elite Audi A8. Audi cars have the power to captivate millions of people with its design and engineering excellence. And so, the complete line up seems to worth the desperate wait of Audi admirers. Labels: Audi-Cars, Indian-car-market, SUV
Monday, 29 December 2008
Welcome the Stylish Hyundai i20
The dazzling Hyundai i20 is here to engulf the Indian car market with its intoxicating beauty and style. After being introduced in the international market, the new i-series makes it debut in the domestic car market. The new car is all set to create a new benchmark in the Hyundai’s illustrious history. Since the time the i20 was showcased at the Paris Show, it had received an overwhelming response from millions of people across the globe. i20's cousin i10 has already carved its own niche in the Indian car market, and now it's the time for i20 to prove its excellence. It is launched with a desire to fulfill the promise and commitment made by Hyundai to provide its customer a stylish yet low priced small car. The car is meticulously designed keeping the style and technical precision in priority to meet the high quality standards. Large interior cabin, body coloured radiator grille, attractive headlamps, striking rear light clusters, and colour co-ordinated bumpers add to the aesthetic and appeal of the scintillating i20. In the interiors, the new Hyundai i-series is beautified with tilt & telescopic steering, dual tone beige interiors, 60:40 split folding rear seats, 2 DIN CD + MP3 music system, refrigerated glove box, and an impressive multi-information display. The top-end version of the new car is further accentuated with fully automatic A/C, leather wrapped steering wheel and TGS knob, steering mounted audio control, foldable key with keyless entry function, height-adjustable driver seat, and electrically foldable and adjustable outside mirrors. When talking about the safety standards, the new Hyundai i-series beholds an exceptionally high standard of active and passive safety. The car is smartly equipped with class-leading safety features including anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), and six airbags. The i20 has becomes the first Indian car in its class that has six airbags to ensure safety of both the driver as well as the occupants. Available in three variants - Magna, Asta and Asta (O), the car is powered with a responsive 1.2 Litre Kappa, DOHC petrol engine that meets the Euro V emission norms. In addition, a rainbow of seven solid and exhilarating hues adds to the significant and pleasing appeal of the Hyundai i20. This dashing car with so many impressive features cost only Rs 4.7 Lakh to Rs 5.8 Lakh. Meeting the global standards in terms of looks, performance, safety, and emission norms, the new i20 is expected to establish a completely new platform and offer an experience of a lifetime to all its customers. Labels: Hyundai i20, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Audi R8's Sibling to Arrive Soon
At the time when the entire industry is under the grasp of economic recession, Audi has made a bold move by launching the powerful and luxirious Audi R8. The car made its debut sprinkling elegance, excellence and dynamism over the Indian car market. Resulted from innovative and powerful ideas, the car with its extraordinary aesthetics and technological wonders is a commendable sports car. After witnessing the birth of the commanding Audi R8, it’s time to witness the transformation of the car. Yes, it’s speculated that the convertible version of the R8 was spotted in Germany. With a conventional fabric roof, additional air intakes behind the seats, safety roll-over bars, and high strength chassis, the convertible version was catched while undergoing testing without camouflage. Audi calls this convertible version of the R8 as Audi R8 Spider, a car that would spy the secrets of luxury and power. Like the Audi R8, the Spider may also take long to enter India but sooner or later it would definitely be found brightening the Indian roads. Labels: Audi-R8, Indian-car-market, Sports-Car
Green Signal to Sandero
Renault’s Sandero now gets a green signal to enter the Indian car market in 2009. The car was supposed to be manufactured at Renault-Nissan’s new facility situated in Greenfield, Chennai. But due to the current downturn in the car market, both Renault and Nissan are not keen to start any new venture in the new facility. There were market speculations that even the production of the Logan was to be shifted to the facility in Chennai. But now, after experiencing a severe backdrop, Renault plans to shift both the production to Mahindra’s facility situated in Nashik. Possibilities are there that the proposed Sandero could be built by Mahindra. The joint venture now even plans to produce Logan in the Nashik’s facility. Sandero is a five-door hatchback with the basic features adapted from its sibling the Logan. The car is spacious, fuel efficient and light on pocket which makes its perfectly fit for the Indian market. It is known that both the Logan sedan and the Sandero hatchback share most of the car components. Under the circumstances, producing both the cars in the same facility would make logistics easy. The joint venture may earn good profits by implementing these plans. Labels: Indian-car-market, Renault-Sandero, Sedan
Tuesday, 23 December 2008
Honda's Jazzing Up the Indian Car Market
Honda has many new cars lying in its inventory that is suppose to launch for the Indian car market. We all know that the Honda's small car 'Jazz' is scheduled to make its debut by the second quarter of 2009. Following the launch of Jazz, the company has high plans to play its dominant strategy in India and introduce some of the best car models for the Indian consumers. The launch of Jazz is speculated to be followed by a sub-Jazz that would belong to the A segment. Projected to be priced around Rs 4 Lakh, the car would be powered with i-DSI engine, representing a strategic world car. Rock solid reliability and cheap cost of ownership mated with a highly fuel efficient technology would make the proposed sub-Jazz a promising city car. Honda's presence is further expected to be strengthen with the launch of an entry-level sedan based on the platform of A segment. The base model of this sedan would have the same Jazz engine but the top-end variant would be powered with a 1.3-litre i-VTEC engine. Honda's new sedan is expected to attract a huge mob of consumers with its competitive pricing, technologies, mileage, and performance. The upcoming Honda's new cars would definitely establish a new and strong competitive platform against the successfully running Indian cars like Hyundai i10, Maruti Suzuki A-Star, and Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire as well as the upcoming Fiat Linea and Toyota Yaris sedan. Labels: Honda-Car, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Monday, 22 December 2008
Innova to Turn Green
Toyota is thinking of entering the 'green belt' in India with the introduction of CNG version of Innova. Toyota's eco-friendly car Prius has been a great success in the international market registering many awards and appreciation in its credit for the 'Hi-tech' hybrid technology. It is the world's first mass production hybrid petrol-electric vehicle. Eyeing the popularity of this green car, Toyota now plans to bring in CNG version of the Innova to further boost its eco-spirit. Toyota Innova from the MUV segment is one of the popular models in the Indian car market. Available in both petrol and diesel version, Innova flaunts with its sturdy design, comfort, safety and unmatched performance in its class. It holds the capacity to accommodate eight people and with the price ranging from Rs 7.8 Lakh to Rs 10.8 Lakh. The CNG version of Innova is expected to cost Rs 75,000-90,000 more including the warranty and installation charges. The plan of introducing a CNG version of Innova is a right step amid growing customers demand for green cars in the country. The trend of alternative fueled cars is slowing taking prominence in India due to rising air pollution to which automobile industry contributes about 70%. Even the CNG version of Corolla is speculated to launch in the India market. Hope these new versions will further help to improve the sales figure of the Innova which is already a market leader in its segment and the premium sedan Corolla which saw a slight dip in sales in October. Labels: Indian-car-market, MUV, Toyota-Cars
Toyota offers Express Maintenance Service
If you own a Toyota car and is too busy to take your car for servicing due to daily hectic schedules and a pre-occupied lifestyle, then get ready to enjoy the Express Maintenance service from Toyota. With the new service initiative, the company promises a quick and quality service delivery in just 60 minutes. Christened as Express Maintenance (EM), Toyota’s 60 minute service initiative would help the company to retain its existing customers with better level of confidence and satisfaction. This car service concept is first of its kinds in the Indian car market that utilizes the Toyota Production System (TPS) knowledge and Kaizen methodologies which aid to cut down the idle time taken between actual service procedures and refinement of the system. This service will be available to the customers at the same price as the normal services. Interestingly, this new move by the company is inspired by its own Express Body and Paint Line services introduced in 2006. This was first introduced at Lanson Toyota - Koyambedu, Chennai and thereafter it had spread its wings to more dealerships across the country. The first Toyota dealer to be implemented with the EM service in North India is the MGF Toyota in Gurgaon. The company further plans for expansion of the scheme to 14 dealerships across the country. The decision to expand the EM service is credited to the welcoming response from the EM pilot project at Lakozy Toyota in Mumbai. This new initiative by Toyota is sure to deliver a feeling of relaxation and satisfaction to all Toyota vehicle owners. Labels: Indian-car-market, Toyota-Car
Friday, 19 December 2008
Hyundai Bags Award for Export Excellence
Hyundai is once again ruling the chart, but this time not for its incredible car models but for outstanding performance in export in the Engineering and Metallurgical products. The company has just been honoured with the 'Niryat Shree' award for the year 2005-06 announced by the Federation of Indian Export Organisation (FIEO). Hyundai has lived 10 glorious years in the Indian car market and is considered to be one of the biggest Indian car exporters. The company started exporting cars from India in 1999, only 20 cars were been exported and that also only to Nepal. With the passage of time, Hyundai emerged as a strong player in the Indian export market. And in October 2004, the company marked a significant milestone with an export of 100,000 cars. Every year the company's export graph started accelerating with an incredible pace. Amazingly, the company presently holds more than 50% of the country's car export. In March 2008, the company has set a new benchmark in Indian export market by crossing an export target of over half million across 95 countries. Hyundai with its endeavours and strategies is trying to bridge the Indian trade gap. This honour received by the company along with the stupendous success that the company has shown in the past years clearly reflects its contribution in the growing Indian economy. Labels: Hyundai-cars, Indian-car-market
Monday, 15 December 2008
More Chevrolet Cars for Indian Roads
The New Year is approaching and so a bunch of new car models for the Indian car market! Chevrolet is ready to introduce the facelift and upgraded variants of most of its car models in the Indian car market by 2009. The plans to roll out the facelift versions in line with two new models is aimed at strengthening its presence in India. All these car models are likely to hit the showrooms by 2009 or early 2010. The two new models that are speculated to roll out are Chevrolet Cruze and a new small car based on the 'Beat concept'. With these new models, the company aims to add excitement and dynamism to the car market which will further help to lure more customers. The Cruze will be introduced in both petrol and diesel versions with advanced 1.8-litre petrol and 2.0-litre diesel engines. The Beat-based small car will come with an all-new 1.2-litre petrol engine. The Chevrolet is gradually gaining prominence in terms of brand quality and the new models will further help the company to boasts about its excellent quality products and services. In addition to the Chevy's small cars and Cruze, you would also be able to enjoy the debut of the facelift versions of its Aveo U-VA and the Spark. The new Spark will be launched with a 800 cc engine and excitingly with a cheaper price tag. Facelifts in the Aveo U-VA will be mainly restricted to a shaper and appealing car exterior with an all-new grille and wraparound headlights. But the interiors will get slight modifications. The Chevrolet is also keen to introduce the automatic version of its successful SUV, the Captiva. The automatic version will be launched with 2.0-litre engine and four-wheel drive system. The new advancement in the car will obviously raise the price tag of the Captiva. Labels: Chevrolet-Cars, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Friday, 12 December 2008
It’s Time to Retain Car Buyers
At this stage when the car market is struggling with the tight credit crunch, waning customers, and slowing economy, car manufacturers are wondering how to retain buyers. Winning new car customers during this tough period is a very big challenge but at this point of time car manufacturers should focus more on their already existing customer base. Bain & Co., a U.S-based Company, has recently surveyed thousands of customers in U.S to study their experiences with regards to the ownership, service, and brand loyalty. Excitingly, the company found out that the best way to convert customers to fans is to provide exceptional after-sales services. Especially in this turbulent time, if manufacturers give excellent and quality services to their existing car customers, they will serve as promoters. Brand loyalty pays on a long run. For example, if a car buyer buys a car today and if he/she gets good service till the entire ownership of the vehicle, the owner will definitely appreciate and admire the brand. This appreciation will further transfer to words of praises and then it will form a promotion channel. So, next time if any of the known relative of this particular owner decides to buy a new car, he or she will definitely put the brand’s name ahead with top most priority. This will also help manufacturers to reinforce their relationships with the customers. So, today when the market is not doing well, it’s the right time for car manufacturers to move ahead and retain their existing customers with pride and joy. Labels: Car-Manufacturers, Indian-car-market
Thursday, 11 December 2008
Car Sales May Zoom in December
The past couple of months have proved to be a curse for the global car market. The global recession had hit the industry so badly that it has affecting the economy. In November, the U.S car market experienced a decline of about 37% which is shockingly believed to be the steepest fall in the past 26 years. For about 26 years, U.S market has rejoiced a joyful ride. But now, even the big car manufacturers like General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler have reported over 40% decline in their car sales.
This situation in U.S has severely affected the Indian car market with domestic sales plunging to about 19.38% in November 2008. Like U.S, India also had lived a splendid time with a continuous boom in the domestic car sales in past 8 years. The glorious years are now over but the car manufacturers are still optimistic with hopes and aspiration. They are offering discounts and schemes as part of Christmas and New Year celebration with the expectation of growth in their car sales. Car manufacturers are looking forward with positive perceptions that the month of December will pour some blessings in the car market and put an end to the slowdown as well as this year. Almost all car manufacturers have cut down their car prices to bring back their waning customers to the showrooms. The consumer’s response after the announcement of heavy discount on Honda Civic Hybrid and Ford Fiesta are the live examples to showcase that car discounts may boost the car sales. Both the cars have experienced good sales in a small period of time. Further to that, the Indian Government has lowered the excise duty by 4%. This has given one more opportunity to the car industry for improving their sales numbers. Most of the car companies have reduced the prices of their entire fleet of cars to pass the benefit of lowed taxes to their customers. This means that the total discount in overall price of the car is double-digit with more expectations of car sales to zoom this December. Labels: Car-Manufacturers, Car-Sales, Indian-car-market
Wednesday, 10 December 2008
Reva Drives to Israel
India’s tiny and cute Reva is now set to ride to Israel. The little Indian-made electric car powered by eight battery units is a big hit in the Indian car market. It was first introduced in May 2001 after around seven tedious years of research and development. The fact that it runs only on electricity does not hamper its popularity, rather it is the little heart of many car buyers across the globe. This small car ensures a safe drive with tubular steel construction and a large crush zone. After initial success on the home ground, the Reva was taken outside Indian boundaries to places like London, Barcelona, Madrid, Oslo, and Athens. In London, this car has experienced good success as the municipal corporation there has granted special benefits to Reva owners. Additionally, Reva owners in London enjoy the benefit of specifically earmarked and equipped parking spaces, waived congestion fees, and the permission to drive in lanes allocated for public transportation. Now, after rejoicing success in various car markets, Maini REVAi is driving to the Israeli car market. It is believed that the Indo-Israeli business consulting firm BDO-I2I has received permission and the franchise to import the car from India. Labels: Electric-Car, Indian-car-market, Small-Car
ICML’s Top-End SUV to Arrive Soon
A new generation SUV from the house of ICML is gearing up to make its debut in the Indian car market. ICML (International Cars & Motors Ltd.) has designed and manufactured a top-end and sophisticated SUV that was showcased in the 9th Auto Expo in Delhi. In the Auto Show, this SUV had amazingly received an overwhelming response from car experts and car enthusiasts. The model was also successful to generate a lot of curiosity among the target audience, thereby creating a perfect environment for the launch. This new generation SUV is high on style and performance. It is artistically designed with dynamic style, engineering excellence, powerful engine, and attractive adornments. It has everything that is perfect and meets the aspirations of the younger generation. ICML desires to make this high performing and sophisticated SUV a leading player in the SUV segment. And to achieve this goal, the company is working on all possible measures. With high anticipation, the company plans to roll out this car by 2009 in the domestic market. Labels: Auto-Expo, Indian-car-market, SUV
Monday, 8 December 2008
New i40 Based on Genus Concept
We all know that Hyundai is set to launch a generation of i-series in the Indian car market. After the success of i10, i20 rolled out with enthusiasm, Hyundai Motors is looking forward to add a new model in its i-series in India. Named as Hyundai i40, the car will fall in the premium segment and is expected to replace Sonata in India. It is speculated that the new i-series will roll on style and raise desirability when it actually goes on sale somewhere in 2010. In 2010 it will hit the Indian showrooms as estate and as a premium saloon. Another interesting fact about the new i40 is that it is based on the Genus concept, a concept that had won appreciations for its attractive styling in the 2006 Geneva Motor Show. The design of i40 will be based on fascinating European style and powered with Hyundai‘s new 181 bhp, 2.0-litre common-rail diesel, 1.6-litre diesel and petrol units, and a 2.0-litre petrol motor. This in turn will add value to the appealing style of the car. With admiration and appreciation, Hyundai i40 is billed to compete with the high-end premium luxury cars including the scintillating Mercedes-Benz 3-Series. Labels: Hyundai-cars, Indian-car-market, Luxury-Cars
Maruti Celebrates Silver Jubilee
Maruti Suzuki celebrates 25 years of its success in the Indian car market. The company has witnessed a long, successful, and accelerated journey inspired by the dreams, desires, and aspirations of its valued customers. Today, when Maruti recalls its adventures and experiences in the past, the company desires to thank all its customers for their support and encouragement. As an integral part of the silver jubilee celebration, the company announces a special celebration price for all its car models. Special savings across the range of Maruti cars includes a discount of Rs 15,000 on Alto, Rs 35,000 on WagonR, Rs 12,500 on M800, Rs 12,000 on Omni, Rs 20,000 on Zen Estilo, and Rs 10,000 on Versa. These discounts are available only till 15th December. For Maruti, these discounts are a simple way to show gratitude to its customers with a promise of an exciting future. So, if you are a Maruti fan, then it’s the right time to participate in the celebrations and enjoy the benefits of special prices. Labels: Indian-car-market, Maruti-Cars
Friday, 5 December 2008
Mercedes-Benz Celebrates 20000th Car in India
Mercedes-Benz celebrates the 20000th production of its car in India. Mercedes made its entry in the Indian car market in 1995 and since then the company is heading with leaps and bounds. The first car the company rolled out in March 1995 was the dazzling Mercedes-Benz  E-Class. Amazingly, the 20000th car rolled out from the company’s plant in Pune on April 9, 2008 was again an E-Class. It’s just a coincidence which has now become a reason to celebrate. To add to the celebration, Mercedes rolled out the 20000th E-Class with an Iridium Silver exterior and a Black leather interior. Furthermore, the E-Class is personified with an additional badge, ‘20000’, that gives a distinctive look to the glittering and path-breaking E-Class. Another reason that adds to the merriment of rolling out 20000th Indian Mercedes from the production lines is the sales of 10000th E-Class till date in India. This achievement by Mercedes validates its commitment to thrive and prosper even through turbulent times. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mercedes-Benz
Thursday, 4 December 2008
Splash Re-Christened as Ritz
Maruti Suzuki’s Splash is speculated to debut in India by early 2009 with a new name. Maruti is planning to rename its proposed small car Splash as Ritz. This car falls into the B+ car segment and is adorned with a host of advanced technologies along with futuristic interiors. The company has not officially announced the change of name. We feel that even the thought of re-christening must be ushered with the thought of bringing some changes in the car. Yes, there are modifications, not only in name but also in the interiors. The re-named Splash, Ritz, will be priced between Rs 4.5 Lakh to Rs 5.5 Lakh with brilliant styling and modern interiors. The car will be available in 1.2L petrol and 1.3L multi-jet diesel engine. There may be also some changes in the car features. But that can only be known after the car actually makes it debut in the Indian car market. Labels: Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki, Small-Car
Wednesday, 3 December 2008
Tata Goes for Public Borrowing
It’s really depressing to know that a leading car manufacturer is now forced to borrow funds from public. This initiative is taken by Tata Motors to fulfill its ongoing requirements including the funding of Jaguar and Land Rover deal. Today, we actually realize how hard the impact of recession is on the Indian car market. Till date, we heard about General Motors and Ford pleading for survival. But, today, the situation has become so worst that a car manufacturer like Tata is bound to take fund from public and raise capital. The drip in car sales in November also reflects the current crisis in the car industry. It’s the first time since 1995 that Tata is borrowing from the public of up to Rs 2,700 to raise capital. But, even then the company offers benefits to the public by offering an 11% annual interest for a period of up to three years, 10% interest for one year on a minimum public deposit of Rs 20,000 and 10.5% for two years. So, at one hand where Tata will raise its fund, on the other hand public will enjoy the high interest rates on the amount they deposit with the company. Labels: Car-Manufacturer, Indian-car-market, Tata-Motors
General Motors Cars Win J. D. Power Award
Time for General Motors to wear a crown! Till date, there was too much of Maruti Suzuki in the J.D Power list. You check the news or read the reviews of J.D Power Asia you’ll find atleast one Maruti car there. Even today, Maruti is doing wonders but now General Motors also got an opportunity to wear the winner’s crown. The company is excited to receive J. D. Power awards for two of its car models, Chevrolet Spark and Chevrolet Aveo U-VA. Spark won the award for being the best car in the compact car segment and the Aveo U-VA bagged the award for best car in premium compact car segment. Chevrolet Tavera has also won appreciation as it stands second in the list of multi-utility vehicles. With all these awards General Motors rejoices victory that validates the growing popularity of the Chevrolet brand in India. This also fulfills the promises the company made to produce world-class vehicles for Indian car market. Labels: General Motor, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki
Tuesday, 2 December 2008
Mahindra’s Xylo to Coup Innova
Mahindra’s Xylo is all set to heat up this winter. The car seems to be one of the most ambitious projects of Mahindra & Mahindra after the successful model Mahindra Scorpio. Xylo is positioned between the Scorpio and Bolero and is expected to coup Toyota Innova the coming season. Innova is one of the most successful MPVs running on Indian roads. Since the car has made its entry in the Indian car market, it has headed its segment. But now, the proposed Mahindra Xylo is ready to give a strong competition to the Innova. The new MPV was earlier christened as Ingenio and is created keeping in mind the lifestyle and luxury aspirations of its valued customers. It is expected to reflect a blend of technology, style, and performance. Speculated to be priced around Rs 7 Lakh, the new MPV will be rolled out from Mahindra’s new plant situated at Nashik near Pune. Now, the time has come for Innova to fight a tough competition. Well, we have to wait to see who wins the race. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mahindra and Mahindra, Mahindra-Xylo
Friday, 21 November 2008
Speech Technology to Drive Cars
Technology and innovations are moving faster than ever. With so many technologies creeping in, speech technology is soon going to stamp upon the car market. Soon we’ll have cars that can be commanded through speech. The introduction is aimed at producing a safer, easier, and more comfortable drive. This innovative technology has already made its venture in the international market and is now set to foray into the Indian car market. It would be used for navigation aids or mobile telephony purpose. Ready to enter with a US based company, Nuance, the speech technology will revolutionize automotive engineering in India. The system will recognize speech of the car driver and deliver the required specifications. It’s just incredible to know that cars will work on voice command. The latest version of Fiat 500 is already equipped with the impressive and functional speech technology. Labels: Fiat-500, Indian-car-market
Thursday, 20 November 2008
All New Skoda Superb Unveiled in Mumbai
First glance of all-new Superb was revealed in Mumbai at the Auto Car Performance Show 2008 to concur with the celebration for its 7 years of presence in India. Scheduled to launch in 2009, the new Skoda superb will be available in both petrol and diesel variants with 1.8 TSI, 3.6 V6 FSI versions and 2.0 TDI engine, respectively. The car will be enhanced with more luxury and innovative technology and speculated to create a benchmark in its segment with respect to design, safety, and value. The Skoda cars are in great demand even though they carry high price tags. Skoda never turned back since it entry into the Indian car market and has also accoladed with many prestigious awards including the 2008 Golden Steering Wheel organised by the German-based magazine Bild am Sonntag. The company is also in the race to introduce small cars for global market and is expected to launch within the span of 3-4 years. Labels: Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch, Skoda-Cars
Wednesday, 19 November 2008
Bajaj’s Small Car
You can very well imagine the worth and significance of small cars in India today. After the hit of inflation, everyone is trying hard to catch a small car with excellent fuel efficiency and unmatched performance. As the car industry in India is heading towards small car, Bajaj Auto has unveiled the fact that it is soon going to roll out a small car. You may be thinking that it’s something that is connected to the small car production by Bajaj in association with Nissan and Renault. Surprisingly, this is the not true for the Bajaj’s small car. Bajaj’s small car would be its own design and production. The two-wheeler manufacturer now plans to roll out a four wheeler vehicle completely independent of Nissan-Renault joint venture. So, there is now another small car in store for the Indian car market.
Labels: Fuel-efficiency, Indian-car-market, Small-Car
Tuesday, 18 November 2008
Join Celebrations with Skoda
 It’s now time to join celebrations with Skoda as the company rejoices its seventh anniversary in India. Since 1895, Skoda is obsessed with quality and has delivered a pack of technologies and excellence to all its valued customers. As Skoda commemorates its 7th anniversary in the country, it desires to invite all its customers to join the celebration. The company offers an interest rate of 9.99% on all its car models. This move is to help its customers own cars with ease and comfort, cars that combine blend of advanced technologies, brilliant style, and heritage of excellence. Skoda puts high hopes on this celebration offer. As recession and inflation has hit the Indian car market as well as minds of customers, such a low interest rate may lure customers to own a Skoda car. What are you thinking now? Join the merriment and grab the cool offer. Labels: Indian-car-market, Skoda-Car
Thursday, 13 November 2008
High Expectation from A-Star
Indian car market is currently experiencing a bad phase. Seeing the slowdown, nearly all car manufacturers are deferring their plans for production as well as investments. They are even trying to cut down the car cost and bring out ways to deliver the best to car consumers with minimal profit margins. In this situation, Maruti Suzuki is struggling hard to keep up its sales momentum and is holding high hopes from its proposed compact car, the Maruti Suzuki A-Star. The company is banking on this small car to beat the downturn and bring a new dawn for the car industry. It is really shocking to know that even the leading car manufacturer like Maruti is severely hit by the storm of recession along with the heat of inflation. Thinking that a new excitement may drive away the storm, Maruti wishes to launch this car at the earliest. The company feels that the newly designed and impressive A-Star will definitely beat the year-end blues. Labels: Car-Consumers, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki
Honda Civic Hybrid Gets Affordable!
 The Honda Civic Hybrid now wants to spread Green all around! Not only the environment-friendly “reduce emissions” kind, but also the kind that makes a miser smile. Honda gives its Civic Hybrid an 8 Lakh price cut, which is said to be one of the steepest in the history of the Indian car market. This offer is effective immediately and is said to be valid till the end of the year. Talk about saving GREEN! The cut will be between the Rs 8.14 to 8.17 Lakh range bringing the ex-showroom price of the Hybrid down to approximately Rs 13.25 Lakh in some cities – close to the price of its much more successful Civic petrol sibling. This is the first for Honda in terms of marketing strategy practiced in India. However, this strategy is not uncommon for other Indian car manufacturers. To try and bring Hybrid sales of 63 cars in 6 months up to par to match the 5000 cars in 6 months Civic Petrol sales is a big dream to have and will be an even bigger accomplishment if successful. Well, this may not be the last drastic step Indians see car manufacturers take if the world economy continues to disintegrate in the near future. Labels: Car-Manufacturers, Honda-Cars, Indian-car-market
Wednesday, 12 November 2008
Maruti Makes a Green Move
 When all car manufacturers are making a greener move, Maruti Suzuki can’t stay behind. Eyeing the huge demand of eco-friendly cars, Maruti is all set to make its entire fleet of cars green by 2010. Amazingly, the company is planning to make all its car models adhere to end of life vehicle (ELV) specifications by 2010. These specifications are to erode out hazardous substances and components that are used during car production. The main aim is to make its range of cars recyclable. Starting from the new small car, Maruti Suzuki A-Star, Maruti will further follow the norms to ensure that about 85% of the car could be recycled after the life of the car ends. Though these norms and specifications are not mandatory in India, Maruti feels the need to implement them and create an eco-friendly environment. To make all the cars compliant to ELV, company will knock out the use of harmful substances like mercury, cadmium, and lead including the hexavalent chrome, toxic and mutagenic compounds. The gradual move towards a greener approach will definitely bring a revolution in the Indian car market. Labels: eco-friendly-cars, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki
Tuesday, 11 November 2008
Government Employees Aid to Surge Car Sales
Though the Indian car market is on a slowdown, car manufacturers have recorded a surge in sales due to special offers extended to the government employees. Many car manufacturers like the Maruti, Hyundai, and General Motors, during the festive season had introduced special schemes and discounts for government employees in response to the pay revision. This special scheme has showed a substantial jump in the car sales across the sector. So, these manufacturers further plans to extend the schemes by another one month to cope up with the sluggish car market. Maruti, Hyundai, and General Motors are all happy and satisfied with the announcement of such schemes in the car market. This was a direct hit to the government employees who rarely feels the need to have a car. But now, the offers have knocked out their thoughts and they are approaching car dealers. The growing consumer interest has forced them to extend the scheme with high hopes to record a still higher sales figure. Labels: Car-Manufacturers, Car-Sales, Indian-car-market
Monday, 10 November 2008
Mitsubishi to Cut Down Its Car Production
Mitsubishi Motors is thinking of cutting down the production at its factory in Japan by up to 1,00,000 units from November due to the slow sales. From the past few months, the car sales has dipped more than expected in all major markets due to the weak consumer confidence and the economic pressure that is casting its shadow on all the industrial sectors. The car major will lower down the manufacturing of cars and SUVs, and is anticipated to amend its planned worldwide from the current 1.39 million units in the business year ending in March 2009. Even Toyota Motors, one of the healthiest car manufacturers as reflected by its AAA debt rating, is also likely to post its first quarterly sales decline in seven years. Production cutting is a major issue and this means the number of models produced will be limited. Yes Indian car market too would be affected with this decision. Labels: Indian-car-market, Mitsubishi-Motors, SUVs
A ray of hope for Maruti Suzuki
The Indian car market is shaken due to the economic pressure and at this stage of unstable market the sales graph is tremendously falling down. In the spot of darkness, Maruti Suzuki saw a ray of light in term of sales. The leading car major has experienced a sales hike of 41% of its income during the period of Oct 2008 in the state of Orissa. The company recorded an income amount of 747 units across all its models in the last month of this year compared to the income of 616 units set down in May of this year. The models that bagged the credit for pushing the sales are cute and fuel-efficient Alto with sale of 252 units, which was followed by Wagon-R at 190 units and Swift at 111 units. Looks like the car sales are finally getting back to track! Labels: Car-Sales, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki-Cars
Friday, 7 November 2008
Experience Dynamism with Audi R8
Finally, Audi R8, a powerful dynamic sports car sees the Indian dawn. Though this superiorly technical car was not introduced in the Indian car market it was still found on Indian roads. Few people across the country just could not resist the temptation of experiencing a joyful ride. So, they imported the car but now others can feel its beauty in the Indian Audi showrooms as well. This scintillating car gives an opportunity to experience dynamism with ground breaking innovation, sporty appeal, impressive design, unmatched performance, and technical precision. The mid-mounted engine makes the car even more attractive and powerful. Born of influential ideas, Audi R8 is a smooth operator that delivers a magnetic ride. Without any compromises on the engineering, the car is pushed to and beyond the limits in all aspects. Labels: Audi-Cars, Indian-car-market, Sports-Car
Wednesday, 5 November 2008
Punto Goes Green
It’s not just in India, but other car manufacturers across the world are also introducing dual fuel cars to spread awareness of eco-friendly cars. It’s good to know that Fiat has introduced a dual version of Fiat Punto. The new version of the car is functional with dual engines, methane and petrol. It is purely aimed at reducing automotive emissions and cutting down the running cost of the car. Powered by a 1.4L engine, the car can run up to a combined range of 1000 km, covering a distance of 310 km on methane alone. Wait on! unfortunately, the car is not yet introduced to the Indian car market. Infact the launch of Fiat Punto is in pipeline for India. We wonder whether the dual version will be rolled out or not. But it would be good if the methane-petrol Punto is introduced to India as it will bring a new revolution in the Indian car market. Labels: eco-friendly-cars, Fiat-Cars, Indian-car-market
Tuesday, 4 November 2008
Toyota’s Low-Cost Car for India
The heat is on to capture the price conscious Indian car market. Now Toyota Motors and Daihatsu Motor (its mini vehicle unit) are working on a new car project for India that will carry the price tag of nearly Rs 2.5 Lakh. The car will roll out in the Indian roads by 2010 under a new separate brand that will target the younger generation. The trend of low-cost cars in India is started by Tata Nano which is now been followed by other car manufacturers. Looks like the Toyota low-cost car will be a tough competition to Tata Nano, which is scheduled to be launched in mid-2009. But still the Nano carry a cheaper price tag. The company also revealed its plans to introduce "entry family cars,” in India and Brazil by 2010 and 2011, respectively, with the cost price of around Rs 4 Lakh. What do you think? Will the Toyota’s new cars be able to captivate the Indian consumers? Labels: Indian-car-market, New-Cars-Launch, Toyota-Motors
Mahindra Xylo on Its Way to India
So, now rumours and confusion is all transparent. Since long the air was talking about the launch of Mahindra Ingenio. But no one was sure whether the car will launch or not. Finally, Mahindra has decided to introduce its dream project Ingenio to Indian car market. But amazingly with a new name, Xylo! No one knows why the company changed the name from Ingenio to Xylo. But one thing is sure that the proposed car strongly connects Mahindra’s success in India along with its existing iconic brands, Mahindra Bolero and Mahindra Scorpio. Xylo is speculated to be positioned between the two iconic brands at a price tag of Rs 7-8 lakh. The competitive price tag is to take over the commanding and successful Toyota Innova. You would be glad to know that the new car project is developed by a team of 160 young experts who have given a complete new picture to the car. The team of professionals has tried to surpass the hidden desires and aspirations of car consumers to deliver something that is superior, exciting, and powerful. Labels: Car-Consumers, Indian-car-market, New-Car-Launch
Friday, 31 October 2008
Hyundai Challenges Maruti 800
Seeing the success of Hyundai Santro and Hyundai i10, the company plans to roll out more small cars in the Indian car market. The company has no plans to compete with the Nano but desires to design and develop a car that falls in line with one of the most successful small car, Maruti Suzuki 800. Definitely lower than the price tag of Santro but falling in the territory of 800, the company aims to produce a baby Hyundai. It’s more exciting to know that Hyundai Motors has plans to design the car based on the Santro platform and will bring the car close to the price tag of the Maruti 800. Smaller than the proposed Hyundai i20, this car will rock the Indian market and will definitely drive the car market with its long and accelerated journey. Labels: Hyundai-Motors, Indian-car-market, Small-Cars
Thursday, 30 October 2008
Passion for Diamond
If you have passion for diamonds, then a diamond studded car is something that will definitely attract you and your senses. Yes, it’s astonishing but true. There is a luxury car running on roads completely studded with diamonds. Just imagine how this car looks like. The proud owner of this car is Prince Waleed, a member of the Saudi Royal Family. He is an entrepreneur and international investor who has earned his property through investments in real estate and stock market and is considered to be one of the richest men in this world. Amazingly, this rich man has personified his Mercedes-Benz car with diamonds on the car body. Even more exciting is the cost of the car, a sum of 4.8 million dollar. And, if you wish to touch the car, you have to pay 1,000 dollar. Such a big amount just for touching the car, that’s strange! Wish we could have a car like this in Indian car market. Labels: Indian-car-market, Luxury-Car, Mercedes-Benz car
Saturday, 18 October 2008
Volvo Unveils XC90 R-DESIGN
Colour Your Roads in Red! Volvo introduces a new R-Design for its premium SUV, Volvo XC90, which made its debut in Indian car market late 2007. The most interesting part of the new design is the evolutionary engine technology comprising a 4.4litre petrol engine. In addition, Volvo has also tweaked the chassis to blend the car well with sporty character and provide a joyful driving experience.  The new design of the winning Volvo’s SUV is aimed at increasing the entire range of Volvo cars in India with more emotions, style, elegance, and performance. Available in five vibrant and attractive colours, the car will definitely bring a revolution in the SUV segment with a wide range of special features and adornments available. Some of the most appealing car features are Servotronic power steering that regulates the amount of power assistance required by a driver, high performance Vulcanis 19” wheel, and shimmering blue instrumentation with metal chronograph watch-style dials. Close your eyes and just imagine the magical red colour on Indian roads. Labels: Indian-car-market, Petrol Engine, SUV, Volvo-Cars
Tuesday, 14 October 2008
Fiesta Super-Mini Hatchback
 Ford travels a long way from the successful Ford Fiesta towards the supermini Fiesta hatchback. Yes, in the phase of small cars, Ford plans to roll out the hatchback version of its most successfully running Ford Fiesta sedan. This car will start its journey from Europe to enter the Indian market with a full bang. You’ll be excited to hear that this proposed car entering the market with a new marquee is found testing across the Chennai roads. The company is trying to verify the car’s performance on Indian roads in accordance to the Indian weather conditions. The hatchback version of the Fiesta is expected hit the Indian roads by the end of 2009, bringing along a tough challenge for Skoda Fabia and the proposed Honda Jazz. The first Fiesta hatchback was rolled out in 1976 on international roads. Since its first launch, the car has seen various generations with a winning smile. Let us wait and watch the belief of Ford! Labels: Ford-Cars, Hatchbacks, Indian-car-market, Small-Car
Friday, 10 October 2008
Are SUVs Still Ruling?
 It is believed that the world’s auto market is witnessing a sharp drop in the sales of SUV. But, in India SUVs are still ruling. Is that really true or only a speculation? We all know that the recent hike in fuel and car prices have brought down the Indian car market. Prospective car buyers are being drifted apart with the winds of inflation. In such a condition, it’s difficult to digest how SUVs are ruling here. You will be surprised to know that so far this year, car manufacturers have sold about 10,030 SUVs in the country. This number is much more than the SUV sales figure of last fiscal that accounts for about 6,398 vehicles. When it comes to SUV, the industry has reflected a growth of 57%. Any guesses to what made it possible for SUVs to reach such a high sales while the global market for SUV is going down. The reasons are simple and straight. We have inexpensive and low-capacity SUVs that are not gas guzzlers. This statement is also supported by SIAM. Labels: Car-Manufacturers, Indian-car-market, SUV, SUV-Sales
Wednesday, 8 October 2008
Another Small Car to Make You Drool
Momentum of small car race is still on! No single car manufacturer wants to be left behind to participate in the small car race. With almost all the leading auto majors announcing their plans and introduction of small cars, Ford Motors also desires to share the same piece of cake. Ford with a heavy investment in the Indian car market, targets 2010 as the year to launch its small car. In response to the announcement of the small car plans, the company makes a heavy investment to establish its engine-making unit in the country. Establishment of this unit will further lead to localization which eventually will strengthen the company’s presence Indian automobile market. You must be wondering what’s new and different about this small car. There is not much but yes, Ford definitely has plans to make its small car compatible to the requirements of Indian conditions comprising wading, air-conditioning and emission norms. And that’s we all look for when making a car buying decision. Right? Labels: Car-Manufacturer, Indian-car-market, Small-Car
Wednesday, 1 October 2008
New Guard Limousine Hits Indian Shores
Mercedes-Benz has introduced the S600 Pullman Guard Limousine in the Indian car market. The car is not yet launched but can be imported if anyone wishes to have one such high-end, super-luxurious, and techno car. The introduction is coupled with the celebration of the 80th anniversary of special protection unit, a unit that has till date offered five generations of luxury limousines to the royal class around the world. The new Guard is designed on the concept of integrated security with highest degree of protection. It holds a 5.5L, twin-turbo V-12 engine that delivers 517 bhp. In addition, secure sealing fuel tank, fire extinguished system, and run flat tyres are also outfitted in the next generation Limousine. Though this new Guard will rarely be found on Indian roads, it will definitely hit the royal and luxurious cars savouring luxury car segment in India since years. Labels: Indian-car-market, Luxury-Car, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz- S600-Pullman-Guard-Limousine
Wednesday, 24 September 2008
Volkswagen Polo Cup Now in India
 After introducing a slew of launches in the Indian car market, Volkswagen now wants to introduce motor sports in the country. Polo Cup is a motor sport launched by Volkswagen first in China, then in US and now in India. The company desires to launch this motor sports in all the countries where it has its manufacturing plant. In India, this sports is expected to launch somewhere in 2010. The company also uses this launch as a new marketing strategy. It is believed that the trained officials of the company will train young and talents to participate in the international racing circuit. The company’s first target for the motor race was a Chennai-based Indian formula driver Ashwin Sundar. This 19-year old boy will first take part in the Indian race and will then be groomed to participate in the race on the European circuit. Labels: Indian-car-market, Volkswagen, Volkswagen-Polo-Cup
Monday, 22 September 2008
Search for Car Has Narrowed Down
Indian consumers always had the habit of having wide options to make a perfect car purchase. But now the trend has taken a different curve. With the introduction of several |
