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Monday, 25 January 2010
The Czech car maker SkodaAuto revealed that it will not go in for a change of its position as a luxury car maker in India to favour its parent's brand, Volkswagen.
SkodaAuto is globally positioned a level lower than Volkswagen but is perceived as a more luxurious brand than the German car maker Volkswagen in India.
"We are not in the mass segment and will not definitely look at it. We will not dilute our position," Skoda Auto India Senior General Manager Sales and Marketing Ashutosh Dixit told PTI. He also said Skoda will focus on consolidating its own positioning as a provider of value for quality.
In order to consolidate its place as a luxury brand in India, Skoda is embarking on a new concept of opening boutique outlets for retailing its products, which are different from normal dealership showrooms.
The new boutiques are in the high streets of metros, where usually no auto dealerships are found. SkodaAuto India is offering a unique blend of lifestyle and contemporary ambience bringing the customer closer to the brand.
SkodaAuto India plans to open 15 such boutiques this year as part of an overall network expansion strategy that will see the firm having 75 outlets by the year-end from the current 65.These boutiques will also offer the company’s merchandise and later will have genuine accessories shops as well.
Skoda currently sells four models in India -- Skoda Superb, Skoda Octavia, Skoda Laura and Skoda Fabia. The Skoda Yeti, which was previewed at the 10th Auto expo, will be launched in October. Labels: German-Luxury-Car-Maker, Luxury-Car-Makers, New-Cars-India, Skoda-Cars, Skoda-India, Skoda-Yeti, SkodaAuto, Volkswagen
Maruti Suzuki has a reason to smile.
The car maker announced that there is an over three-fold increase in its quarterly net profit. The net profit is at Rs.687.53 Crore in the third quarter of the current fiscal ending December 31, 2009, against the same quarter of previous fiscal year, while its net sales went up by over 62 per cent to Rs.7,334 Crore.
This profit can be said to have been fuelled by easy and affordable car loans and a reviving domestic economy.
Maruti Suzuki's chief financial officer Ajay Seth remarked, "This has been a good quarter," as he announced the company would expand capacity to defend its market leadership position from global rivals and meet increasing domestic demand.
Many car makers such as General Motors, Renault, Toyota and many more have disclosed their plans for new car launches in India to have a bigger piece of the fast-growing market share to counter sluggish demand in the developed countries because of the global recession.
India has now emerged as the third largest car market in Asia, China being the first followed by Japan. Moreover, India is one of the few countries where automobile sales are rapidly increasing. In India, car sales jumped 19 per cent last year to 1.43 million units.
Maruti Suzuki sells about one in two cars in the country and its sales jumped 62.5 percent to 73.34 billion rupees.
Ajay Seth also said Maruti Suzuki planned to invest 17 billion rupees to make 250,000 more cars each year from April 2012, thereby increasing the total capacity from one million units to two and a half times. This expansion would take place at the car company's facility at Manesar. He added that the car maker could further ramp up capacity "if there is a need later."
The car manufacturer attributed the profit increase partly to government stimulus measures aimed at helping the industry ride out the global economic slump. These measures have put more money into the hands of India’s growing middle class.
The company said that favourable conditions in the domestic market supported by the government’s stimulus package and ease of automobile finance helped achieve good sales. Nearly four-fifths of cars in India are bought using car loans.
Maruti Suzuki’s domestic sales in the quarter jumped by 38 per cent to 218,910 units while exports soared by 167 per cent to 39,116 vehicles, spurred by European government incentives to scrap gas guzzlers.
The company is now "cautiously optimistic" about sales volumes in the fourth quarter but added rising commodity prices would put pressure on profit margins. Labels: Car-Sales, India-Car-Exports, Indian-car-market, Maruti-Suzuki, Maruti-Suzuki-Cars, Maruti-Suzuki-Cars-India, New-Car-Launch-In-India, New-Cars-India
Thursday, 31 December 2009
The New Year promises many new cars in the Indian car market. The New Year will be marked by the Delhi Auto Expo where many car makers will display their new products and concept models.
India will herald the NXR and NXG from REVA in the New Year. India’s numero uno Maruti Suzuki will be displaying seventeen products at the auto fair. The car maker will launch the Eeco that comes with a BS IV complaint 1.2L petrol engine in the under-Rs 4 lakh segment. Moreover, we are waiting to see the hatchback version the SX4 and the Suzuki Kizashi on road. The Grand Vitara will come with a diesel engine and the WagonR will be relaunched with a new heart. The O2, Cervo and the Jimny from Maruti Suzuki are expected to make an India debut next year.
Hyundai will come out with the much-awaited i30 and the Santa Fe and the ix35. The Genenis and the Avante from this Korean car maker will also make its appearance in the growing Indian car market.
Toyota will display the concept of its new compact car for India that will hit the roads by the end of 2010. It will also roll out the Yaris and the Prius hybrid in India. The Japanese car major will also introduce a diesel version of its premium sedan Corolla Altis.
Ford has already unveiled its small car Figo in India, which is slated to launch by March. The company will also bring in the Focus and the Mondeo along with the New Fiesta hatchback.
Tata Motors is all set to launch the Indicruz and the luxury sedan Prima. The Indica Vista Ignis can be listed as a probable launch this coming year.
General Motors will launch the Chevrolet Beat, Chevrolet Lumina and Chevrolet Volt. The Spark will also come with an 800cc engine to lock horns with the Alto and will be introduced as Spark 800.
A slew of launches are expected in the new year from Volkswagen. It will come out with the Polo hatchback followed by a sedan version. The Up! is anticipated with the Scirocco, Tiguan and Phaeton in 2010.
This European car maker will introduce a dozen of other models under is brands. Skoda will bring in the Fabia Combi, Skoda Yeti, Fabia Scout as well as the Roomster and launch a facelifted Octavia.
Audi will roll out the A5 and the R8 Spyder. Lamborghini is likely to come out with the Gallardo LP560/4.
Bentley will introduce the Continental GT Speed and the Mulsanne some time in 2010.
Mercedes-Benz will present the GLK while its arch-rival BMW will unleash the X1. The iconic Mini Cooper will set about in India and Fiat will introduce the Bravo and its Alfa Romeo brand.
Volvo has to offer the C70, S60 and XC60 in 2010.
Mitsubishi will bring in the Grandis, Lancer Evolution X and the Colt.
Nissan is scheduled to launch the Micra in India in May 2010 and is geared up to usher in the small car Pixo along with three exciting SUVs- the Murano, Qashqai and Qazana. This Japanese car maker with its French counterpart, Renault, will pave the way for a Low-Cost-Car and the Megane sedan.
Renault, on the other hand will grace India with its Sandero. Again, with its Indian partner, Mahindra & Mahindra, it will lay forward its unsuccessful venture Logan in a new variant, the Logan Tourer. The Logan will also get a new LPG heart in 2010.
Carazoo.com will carry more exciting news in the New Year. For more updates on any car models in the 2010, keep visiting our Blogs, Car News, Car Reviews and the Articles sections. Labels: carazoo.com, New-Car-Launches-India, new-cars-2010, New-Cars-India, Upcoming-Cars, Upcoming-Cars-India
Thursday, 12 November 2009
Japanese car behemoth Honda is not keen to bring out a low-budget car.
In the time of economic turndown, many car giants have decided to bring out small low-priced cars to up their plunging sale records.
Though the car maker will focus in the Indian and Chinese markets for future growth, it will not enter the ultra low-cost car segment. Honda is presently working on a small car to keep up with the demands in these markets.
The Japanese car major is yet to declare when they will come out with its new product. Honda is presently busy studying the Indian small car segment so that its upcoming compact car is packaged to meet the requirement of Indian customers, Indian price-point while adhering to the Honda brand. The car, Honda revealed, would be smaller than current hatchback Jazz.
Currently, India and China are Honda’s top priority. China has emerged as a rare bright spot for Honda. It sold 50,600 cars in the country in October, up 42 per cent from a year earlier. Honda sold 34,430 cars between April and October in India, an increase of 38 per cent from a year earlier.
Honda's Japan operations are expected to stay in red though demand has been brisk, helped by generous tax reductions and incentives on hybrids like the Insight.
Honda’s US sales spiked temporarily in August helped by the cash-for-clunkers programme, but the impact was short-lived and followed by a sharp slump in demand the following month.
In June, Honda launched the Jazz in India, the smallest car in its stable. The company makes and sells premium sedans Honda City, Civic and Accord in India. Labels: Honda, Honda-Small-Cars, Low-Cost-Car, New-Cars-India, No- Low-Cost-Car-From Honda, Small-Car-Segment, Ultra-cheap-Car, Ultra-low-cost-Cars
Tuesday, 10 November 2009
All you car lovers, one among the greatest car news is on your way. And the Ultimate Motors of Dubai is bringing in the reason for you to rejoice. We believe that by the end of this year we will see three new cars in Indian roads.
Three brands of Super Hyper Cars (SHCs) will be launched in India before the start of 2010. It seems that the year 2009 is a blessed year for the car lovers of the country. They are getting to see some major car models in this single year.
Those of you who read Carazoo.com should be remembering the news about the launch of Ultimate Aero, the world’s fastest car. And now, Ultimate Aero is one among the three cars that Ultimate Motors is preparing for Indian launch. The Ultimate Aero has a speed of 413 kilometres per hour (257 mph) and produces 1,183hp. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.78 seconds.
Ultimate Motors is one of the leading distributors of exotic and luxury sports cars in the world. Ultimate Motors will launch three brands of commercial SHCs namely Shelby, Zenvo, and Arash.
Arash has an exclusive road car aerodynamics. And the Zenvo comes with full carbon body and steel chassis. Labels: Arash, New-Car, New-Car-Launch, New-Cars-India, Shelby, Super-Hyper-Cars, Ultimate-Aero, Zenvo
Monday, 9 November 2009
The very popular mid-sized sedan from Ford is now available in a limited edition that would be available to those lucky customers, the early birds. The new limited edition Ford Fiesta will be available in a 1.6-litre petrol engine that accelerates from 0 to100 kmph in just 11.43 seconds. The 1.6 ZXI Duratec petrol engine is equipped with a whole lot of new clever features. The company has made of the latest technology that promises a very exciting driving experience. The new, limited edition fiesta is engineered for Indian roads. It is a combination of exceptional driving comfort with high stability.
ABS with EBD, Driver seat height adjust, intelligent rear defogger, programmable keyless entry with auto-relock front map reading lights, rear reading lights, glove box lamp, electric adjustable outside mirrors are just a few of the features that you will find on this Fiesta. The sedan also has an Independent McPherson struts suspension. The interior has been made more attractive with luxurious leather interiors, cubic finish centre and floor console, and metallic finish on trims. The car is available for a warranty period of 2 years per 100,000kms. And there is also an optional extended warranty” scheme that protects the car against all breakdown/failures associated to mechanical/ electrical engineering during its extended warranty time.
This new sedan from Ford will be offered only in only petrol option with the price tag of INR 6.44 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Labels: Ford-Cars, Ford-Fiesta, Ford-Fiesta-Limited-Edition, New-Cars-India, New-Ford-Fiesta-ZXI
Friday, 6 November 2009
It is understandable what would be the thought that would go through your mind when you read this blog. You would be obviously eager to know about the launch of the Suzuki Kizashi in India.
Well Suzuki has announced the U.S. pricing for its popular sedan, Kizashi sedan. The car will be available in store in the United States starting from next month. The Kizashi will have a price tag starting at Rs 9 lakh. And this is a tempting price for a car that would stand against models such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
The Suzuki Kizashi meets the NHTSA's 2014 safety standards. It will be available in various spec levels, with top-end models being priced at Rs 10.50-11.50 lakh. Standard features of the Kizashi include eight airbags, ABS, dual-zone climate control system, EPS stability control, 9-speaker audio system with steering wheel mounted controls, pushbutton keyless start, and projector beam headlamps.
The sedan will be available in both the versions of all-wheel-drive and front-wheel-drive. And the latter will have a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Kizashi will also be available in a high-performance GTS model that will have a six-speed manual or performance-tuned CVT with steering wheel paddle shifters. The optional features of the car will include leather upholstery, automatic rain sensing wipers power-adjustable seats, and automatic headlamps and rear proximity sensors.
Maruti Suzuki will display Kizashi at the Auto Expo in Delhi, which will be held in January next year. The Kizashi is expected hit Indian roads India by mid-2010. But in India, it might be 20% more expensive than it is in the U.S. Labels: Delhi-Auto-Show, Maruti-Suzuki, Maruti-Suzuki-Cars, New-Car-Launch, New-Cars-India, Sedan, Suzuki, Suzuki-Kizashi
Wednesday, 4 November 2009
Honda Siel Cars India, the Indian arm of Japanese car giant Honda, has launched a facelifted CR-V. The new Honda CR-V is an excellent combination of style and high quality.
This popular Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) now flaunts a new two-step front grille, a re-sculpted hood and a new front bumper design as well as oval shape fog lamps. The new rear bumper further accentuates the stability of the car. Besides, the new CR-V is 45 mm longer than its predecessor and measures 4575 mm in length while maintaining the same width, height, ground clearance and head clearance. A new sleek 10-spoke alloy wheel design replaces the previous 7-spoke alloy wheel design and gives the SUV a more sporty look as well as aggressive stance.
The Honda CR-V will continue to be available in 2.0 L MT 2WD, 2.4L MT Real-time 4WD and 2.4L AT Real-time 4WD, but the 2.4 L models now come with a steering-mounted Cruise Control system with illuminated controls to ensure comfort and convenience for the customer with one-touch operation.
The interior of the Honda CR-V also comes with new features and functionality. The overall interior colour scheme has been brightened and imparts a more premium look with chrome finish in audio controls and gear knob and coordinated colour changes in the dashboard and centre console. The centrally located LCD meter display is now blue in colour with design changes in the indicators for improved decipherability. The vanity mirror is equipped with a light to assist visibility during darkness. The music system of the SUV now features a new USB port in the upper glove compartment. Furthermore, the safety features have been upgraded with six airbags, Dual SRS Airbags, Side-Curtain airbags and Side Airbags with Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS).
The new Honda CR-V comes in a palette of Polished Metal, Alabaster Silver, Crystal Black Pearl, Premium White and two new colours viz., Opal Sage Metallic and Premium Mystic Night Pearl.
The new Honda CR-V comes with a 2+2 year warranty and 24- hour roadside assistance as standard value for all new CR-V buyers.
The Honda CR-V is sold as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) import and will be available on confirmed order basis for the customers.
The Honda CR-V was first introduced in India in July 2003 and was adjudged the "SUV of the Year" by NDTV Profit Car & Bike and Overdrive and also won the "Best Driver's Car" award by CNBC TV-18 Autocar Auto Awards in 2007.
The 2.0L MT version is priced at Rs. 21,92,000, the 2.4L MT at Rs. 23,37,000 and the top-end model 2.4L AT comes for Rs. 24,12,000 (all prices, ex showroom New Delhi). Labels: Honda-CR-V, Honda-Siel-Cars-India, Honda-SUV, New-Cars-India, New-Honda-Cars-India, New-SUVs
Wednesday, 28 October 2009
Premier Ltd. is among the oldest auto makers of India. And the company has launched its first ever sport-utility vehicle model. This new mini-SUV will be manufactured with China's Zotye Holding Group. This new kid of Premier is expected to be a tough competition for Maruti Suzuki Gypsy, Scorpio M2Di, and Mahindra Bolero.
This is an auspicious occasion for Premier as RiO, this new SUV of the company, is the beginning of a new phase of the company in India. The once famous company has manufactured the all-time favourite Indian car, Premier Padmini. And now, the company is expecting to repeat the magic.
The 1.5-liter turbo-diesel engine RiO will be imported by Premier from Zotye and will be assembled at its factory in Pune.
Premier RiO is based on the first-generation Daihatsu Terios. And it is powered by Premier’s own engine that is basically a downsized Peugeot TUD5 diesel engine. The 1490cc engine RiO delivers a 65 bhp of peak power.
The company is taking necessary steps so that RiO will meet the new emission norms of the government that will come on effect from April 1, 2010.
It is also expected that the company will start delivering RiO in the month of December. This mini-SUV was expected to launch in the Indian market during Diwali. The growing love for SUVs in the country will truly help in the sales of RiO. During April-September 2009, the sales of SUVs in India rose 3.5%. And it is expected that the demand will still grow because of the rising disposable incomes and the construction of more cross-country highways.
The Rio will be offered in three variants, the EX, which is priced at Rs 5.25 lakh, the DX at Rs 5.50 lakh, and LX at Rs 5.95 lakh, ex-showroom, Pune. Labels: New-Car-Launch-In-India, New-Cars-India, Premier-Auto, Premier-Automobiles-Limited
There is a pleasant news for the Montero lovers!
Mitsubishi is launching an all new Montero. This piece of news can also delight those serious off-roading fans.
Mitsubishi is launching an all-new Mitsubishi 3.2 DI-D Montero. It will give its customers the power of 200 horses. This new car will be an entirely revised version of Mitsubishi Montero. And it will be available in the international market very soon. Currently, the Mitsubishi Montero delivers some 162 bhp. And this new version of Mitsubishi is expected to be more fuel efficient than the existing Montero. The company claims that the new Montero will consume only 17 per cent less fuel when comparing with its predecessor.
The new Mitsubishi is a 4×4 equipped vehicle. And it is available in both automatic and manual transmission. There are a whole lot of modifications done to the bearings, pistons, camshaft, cylinder heads, connecting rods, valve train, turbocharger, oil pump, injection system and ECU. The maximum torque available is 441 Nm at 2,000 rpm.
The new Montero has an improved insulation, inside and out, thicker front glass and a well protected windshield. The changes made to the engine of the car helps to reduce the noise and vibration.
It will also be spotted having new upholstery and body colors, bluetooth integration with steering wheel controls, and MMCS browser.
The car is expected to be launched in the international market by 15th of December. The price of the car is not available yet. But this all new power packed Montero is sure to pose strong competition for the Mercedes-Benz, Audi, and BMW. It is also not know when the car will be released in the Indian car market. Labels: Mitsubishi, Mitsubishi-Cars-India, Mitsubishi-Montero, New-Car-Launch-In-India, New-Cars-India
Monday, 22 June 2009
The charismatic Mercedes Benz CLS is all set to get grander with its new Grand Edition. Style, performance and safety has been the mantra of this edition. The Mercedes Benz CLS Grand Edition will now boast 18" AMG 5 spoke alloy wheels with a Titanium Grey finish and elegant front grille louvers. It will also flaunt headlamps in Palladium silver matt finish and floor mats with Grand Edition Badging. The power in the CLS Grand edition has been upgraded to 48 bhp which takes the overall power of the CLS 350 CDI V6 to 272 bhp and the result is an increase in the torque of the car with which 0-62 mph can be achieved in 6.5 seconds, an improvement of half a second, without any compromise to the combined fuel consumption of 15.8 kmpl or CO2 emissions of 215 g/km. With features like the Bi-Xenon Light Package in the 'Grand' CLS, the visibility has been considerably improved. This sedan fitted with Cornering Light Function is an added safety feature that improves the visibility in the corners by up to 90 percent enabling the driver to see 25 metres further along an extended bend with a radius of 190 metres. This CLS Grand will be available in five colours including, the fist-time on CLS, Palladium Silver. Car connoisseurs are also spoilt for choice with the introduction of Palladium Silver Matt Paint. This option of paint is not only eye-catching but also highly scratch and dirt-resistant. Initially only 560 units will be launched in the Great Britain by the end of July. How we are waiting for the “Grand Edition” of Mercedes Benz CLS to whiz on our roads. Labels: Luxury -Cars-India, Mercedes-Benz-CLS-cars-India, New-Cars-India
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