Geneva Motor Show : Tata Tiago

Tata Zica which has been renamed as Tiago,  was showcased at the on-going 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The Indian automaker has rebadged it, courtesy the resemblance of its previous name ‘Zica’ to that of the ‘Zika’ virus. Tata has showcased the personalised version of its hatch at Geneva, which was recently displayed at Tata’s pavilion during the 2016 Indian Auto Expo. 

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Geneva Motor Show : Ferrari GTC4Lusso

Ferrari has showcased the GTC4Lusso at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The name sounds distinctive and the credit for same should be delivered to Ferrari, as they have creatively amalgamated the names of 330 GTC and 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso, along with the seating capacity of the four-wheeler (4). The upgraded version of the FF has made its international debut at the Switzerland show, though the car had been showcased earlier.

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Geneva Motor Show : Aston Martin DB11

Aston Martin has at last unveiled its post Bond DB series car, the DB11. This is the first product to be launched under the company’s ‘Second Century’ plan. The car is just staggering and packs a 600bhp 5.2-litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine, which makes it the most powerful production DB car ever to be made. It employs state of art aerodynamics, and just a singular glance is enough to establish this. 

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5 Things You Must Know About 2015 Hyundai Elite i20 Cross

Hyundai is making world debut of the Elite i20 ‘Cross’ in March, this vehicle is country’s second largest automaker’s fend to the riling hatch turned crossovers segment - VW Cross Polo, Toyota Etios Cross and the recently launched Fiat Avventura, which is indeed growling at Ford EcoSport. We bring you the 5 things you must know about the 2015 Hyundai Elite i20 Cross which is launching in the second week of March.  

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Mahindra declares monthly sales figures

India's leading SUV manufacturer, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.), brings out their monthly sales figures which stood at 42,166 units for the month of February 2014.

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Maruti Swift and Swift Dzire facelifts coming this year

At the 2014 Indian Auto Expo, Maruti Suzuki India launched its Celerio hatchback and unveiled Ciaz and SX4 S Cross. Moreover, the company also displayed the performance oriented Swift Sport. The company is now planning to introduce the facelifted version of Swift and Swift Dzire by the festive season. Earlier, both models were rumoured to be launched at the Auto Expo.

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Nissan cars gets 4-6% cheaper in india

 Nissan today confimed it will pass on the full benefit of recent cuts to vehicle excise duty in India to its customers. The change in taxation was announced by the Indian Government as part of this year’s Interim Union Budget.

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor gets new organization structure

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. (TKM) today announced its new organization structure, which will be effective from 1st April, 2014.

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Renault-Nissan Alliance grows stronger

The Renault-Nissan Alliance is launching convergence projects in four key functions to enhance performance and achieve at least a €4.3 billion annualised synergy goal by 2016. We had mentioned what the Alliance will offer in India in the coming years. 

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Indian NCAP system coming soon

India would also have a car safety performance assessment programme very soon, similar to Euro NCAP, as the Road Transport Ministry has commenced the process of standard setting. Now, the Indian authorities organize crash tests and safety tests within the country of all the vehicles launched here.

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Ayrton Senna's Honda NSX put on auction

A fantastic 1992 Honda NSX, owned by legendary three times Formula One World Champion Aryton Senna, is set to go under the hammer at Silverstone Auctions’ Race Retro & Classic Car Sale on the 22nd and 23rd of February.

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Maruti Suzuki YL1 sedan could be named as Ciaz, to replace SX4 in India

Like other carmakers, Maruti Suzuki India, is involved in the final preparations for the upcoming 2014 Indian Auto Expo. We were the first to reveal that it will unveil its all-new sedan, codenamed as YL1 at the 2014 Indian Auto Expo, and now it is expected to be named as "Ciaz". This model will replace the SX4 sedan and is likely to be launched by the end of this year.

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Isuzu Motors India holds grand ceremony for its new plant in Andhra Pradesh

Isuzu Motors India Private Limited, today held a ground breaking ceremony for its new manufacturing facility at Hyderabad.The plant will start functioning in 2016 in Sri City in Andhra Pradesh. As of the initial plans are concerned, the unit will produce 50,000units and it will further expand to 120,000 units. Isuzu has concerete plans to introduce such products which will be focused to cater different customers needs. As far as investment is concerned, the company has put in Rs 30 billion to raise this unit in India. In collaberation with Mitsubishi, the Japanese brand will bring brilliant products to India. Mitsubishi has been in India for years as a partner with Hindustan Motors and now the company will tie-up with Isuzu for production.

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Renault-Nissan eye 10 percent market share in Indian auto industry

Renault in alliance with Nissan is eyeing to capture 10 percent of Indian passenger vehicles market share. As evident, 2013 was not among the best of years for the companies but it is expected that 2014 would ease some pressure and better things off for the automotive industry. Furthermore, plans are also being chalked out of expansion of arsenal by launching some new models by Renault-Nissan.

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Second Amby Valley drag run ends successfully

Elite Octane Inc organized the second edition of its popular Valley Run – the only drag race in the country at the Amby Valley strip in Lonavala over the weekend. This year the event saw participation of 400 drag enthusiasts along with the presence of some of the finest race tuned Indian cars and bikes, supercars and superbikes competing to clock the fastest quarter mile. Keeping the crowds entertained and offering spectators some variety was a Supercross event, which included a championship for under 14 racers & the pro seniors. A brand new professional drag racing timing system was also provided; the same system is used by all professional drag strips across the globe.

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DC Design teases its sub-Nano compact car

We reported earlier that DC Design will unveil a sub-Nano compact car and a four-seater convertible SUV at the 2014 Indian Auto Expo. Now, DC Design has released the teaser image of its sub-Nano compact car ahead of its debut at the Expo.

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Toyota world's largest carmaker for 2nd year running

Toyota continues to sell the most cars in the world in 2013 clocking 9.98 million vehicle sales last year.

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Sirish Vissa appointed as Head of Volkswagen Motorsport India

Volkswagen Group India today announced the appointment of Sirish Vissa as the new Head of Volkswagen Motorsport India. In his new role, Sirish will provide strategic direction and guidance as the Motorsport division rapidly strengthens its exploits in touring car one-make series and rallying.

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Chevrolet launches limited edition Enjoy

Chevrolet India, without creating much noise, has launched a limited edition of its MUV Enjoy in India. The limited edition Enjoy is more up-market, owing to the cosmetic modifications, carried out by the company in it.

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Volkswagen Polo R to develop 250bhp of power

German auto major Volkswagen has confirmed that its top-of-the line Polo hatch has entered into production. It will be the company's most powerful Polo ever to hit the roads.

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