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At the recently taken place 2012 Delhi Auto Expo, three face lifted variants of the Rio have been launched by Premier. The new Rio looks more elegant as compared to its earlier version with improved bumper, curvy headlamps, spoiler, and integrated grille. Inside this model, the cabin has given lively and airy feel. The Rio will be provided in three engine option and trims. These 3 engine options of Rio are a 1.5 litre turbo diesel engine, which puts out almost 66 PS, a 1-3 litre CRDI Multijet diesel engine, the similar unit, which does duty in both Maruti Suzuki Swift and Fiat Punto models and a 1.2 litre petrol mill, which deliver nearly 78 PS. Continue Reading »
InterGlobe Enterprises has launched Ariel Motor’s Atom range of cars in India. The company is a luxury solution provider. These cars will be priced up to 85 lakh and all the operations of the company will be handled by InterGlobe Established Pvt. Ltd. This company is a subsidiary of InterGlobe Enterprises and the parent company is a diversified business house.
The car shall be branded as The Estd and the InterGlobe will “exclusively represent” the Ariel Motor Company in the SAARC countries and also in India. The company plans to sell various models of the recently launched car and the starting price of the Atom will approximately be Rs 55 lakh and will go up to 85 lakh for higher variants. Continue Reading »
The British sports car-maker, Caterham Cars is all set to enter into the Indian market. It launched its cars in association with Burmans, the promoters of Dabur, an FMGC company. The company announced this at the inauguration of Indian Grand Prix. The Burmans want to start an assembly unit in Noida and also invest almost $ 10 million in this enterprise over a period of next two years.
Caterham Cars Managing Director Ansar Ali said, “We think we are entering India at the right time when the country is set to host its first Formula One race. Caterham being motorsports oriented, we think we can provide an affordable option to motorsports enthusiasts here.” Continue Reading »
It’s already raining cars in India this March. It feels as if it’s already monsoon time at least for the enticing Indian automobile market.
Yes; we are talking about the number of cars slated to be launched in Indian car market or already launched so far. First it was Audi R8 V10 Spydar that mesmerized the market followed by BMW 6 Series and not to forget Volkswagen Passat and all decks are cleared for another big car to see the light of the day in India.
Any guesses? A major Swedish car is expected to foray into the ever buzzing Indian automobile market on March 29th and it’s none other than Koenigsegg Agera. Industry analysts are of the opinion that the soon-to-be-launched car is definitely going to eat away the profits of luxury cars in India. Continue Reading »
Here is good news for sports car lovers in India. Ferrari, mother of all sports cars and one of the few exotic marquees dodging the Indian car market, would be finally making its presence felt here.
Yes, all you auto buffs get ready to welcome Ferrari with bated breaths in April. Shreyans Motors, the prime importer and seller of high-end luxurious cars are believed to be given responsibility and official rights to bring the car to Indian roads. Shreyans Motors are also the official distributors for another high-end Porsche cars and Bugatti bikes in India. Continue Reading »
First things first!
Nissan Micra’s petrol and diesel variants came, saw and conquered! The impact of the car even before its launch was so intense on the Indian automobile market that a potential auto buff had booked it well in advance.
Yes, the advance booking of Micra’s petrol edition was a good 4000 while the diesel version touched a phenomenal 3000 bookings, making the car the most sought after in its category.
The main mainstays of Micra for making it such a swashbuckling success were excellent design, attractive interior features, tempting price and not to forget the endorsements being done by none other than the young heart throb Ranbir Kapoor.
Continuing its tryst with the same, Nissan seems to have studied the potential of the Indian automobile market and is leaving no stone unturned to turn things in its favor. Yes, the auto major is ready to bring a sedan specially made for India. Continue Reading »
Off late. The Indian small car market has become a hunting ground for most of the pivotal players.
Almost all the major auto companies like Tata, Renault, Nissan, Bajaj, and Toyota are vying to accelerate their business in the same line of business.
Following the same strategy, Toyota India, too has decided to spice up the competition with its anticipated launch of the small car, Etios, set to hit the Indian roads by this year end or early 2011. Continue Reading »
The Indian car market is set to receive an enchanting gift in the form of Audi A8 this November when Diwali falls.
Yes, Audi, in its bid to capture the luxury car market from Mercedes and BMW, Audi has decided to bring on the model and spice up the competition to altogether a different level.
Yes, since the Mercedes and BMW models has been doing business in India by great guns, Audi’s A8 is believed to be positioned in direct competition with Mercedes S class and BMW 7 series, respectively. Continue Reading »
We had reported few days back that the market share of the numero uno car manufacturer in India, Maruti Suzuki had lost a substantial portion of its market share to new players like Ford Figo.
However, we all know that Maruti is not a company to bow down before such moves of its arch-rivals.
So, folks, Maruti are not lying low and have set of actions to be unveiled to further strengthen their market condition in days to come!
Yes, this news can act as a soothing music to the years of Maruti customer. Maruti has decided to launch not one but five brand new cars in a single day! Continue Reading »
We had been reporting about the importance and viability of new product development and product renovation more recently.
It seems like the concept has smitten the Indian automobile industry more avidly as various companies like Fiat, Hyundai, and Bajaj and more recently Maruti has been in the awe of following the same strategies.
Cut to this news, Maruti Suzuki, (MSIL), has decided to follow up the same pattern by announcing the launch of its keenly awaited newer version of Alto, renamed as Maruti Alto K10. Continue Reading »