Reva to electrify the two wheeler markets with its two models. The Bangalore based Indian electric four two wheeler company Reva has scintillated the Frankfurt Motor Show with its two new ranges NXR and NXG. The two bikes will be launched in India next year, said the company. The NXR is scheduled for launch in …
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Suzuki to launch a scooter, a 150cc motorcycle and a superbike
Suzuki Motorcycle India has drawn the sketch for the economy brands in India, by introducing entry-level motorbikes and second premium bike. In addition there will be a gearless scooter in 2011, said the company’s VP(sales &Marketing). Currently Suzuki is in the market with its five models- the gearless scooter Access 125, Zeus 125cc, GS150R and …
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Renault-Nissan looking at engine unit for car JV
Move appears inevitable to boost localisation content, for cost control. Renault and Nissan , two giants of the car industry are greasing their hands in their bid to increase the engine and transmission facility in India. With an investment of Rs4500 crore, the companies are earmarking the production stint of 400000 units a year from …
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Fortune favoured the Brave- Toyota
It’s time to boom over for Toyota’s Fortuner, the new SUV as the rival brands- HondaCR-V, Ford Endeavor, Mitsubishi Pajero and GM Captiva- all running after the zodiac forecast. Within a month of its launch, this Fortuner could really be a fortune for Toyota with the bookings crossing 7000 vehicles already, a figure surpassing the …
Ultra launches Fun and Shakthi
An electrifying information about Ultra Motors is that the company has unleashed two of its new range of electric bikes @ Rs28,300 and Rs31,900 respectively (ex-showroom Delhi). The models, Ultra Fun and Ultra Shakthi are designed as low speed ranges, and quite in tune with the electric motorbikes, they do not require driving license. The …
Volkswagen’s Polo to hit Indian market 2
Volkswagen, the European car maker, has framed the official launch of its Polo in India in next year. The small car move by VW is already in the air and is waiting for the right time and the time has ripen, said the company. As a hatch back model, it will dare B+2 segment consisting …
Volkswagen India plans to double distribution network
Volkswagen India is in full swing to mark its presence by doubling the distribution network and more brand promotion especially in small cars. This will coincide with the official launch of Polo next year, the company disclosed. Current dealerships will be expanded to 40 by this year from the 22, and based on the feedback …
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GM India expects 50% growth in 2010
General Motors sets the next year’s target as 50%.Despite the bankruptcy announcement paralysing the sales, the US car manufacturer General Motors is setting its own target of 50% growth in the ensuing year. The growth is anticipated from the mini car segment- Spark 800cc engine- to be launched this year end, said the company’s Indian …
TVS awaits Clearance to light up its Flame
With a sigh of relief, out of the Supreme court’s interim order, TVS has gained some momentum to produce the twin spark plug motorcycles. The company is expecting to get proper recertification in this regard. It is to be remembered that the company had a bone of legal contention against Bajaj Auto over the patent …
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Ford announces expansion plan
By investing some Rs1500 crore, Ford India is all set to expand its production of engine thereby increasing the car numbers to two lakh from the current one lakh units. To meet this task, the company has entered into an agreement with the Government of Tamilnadu represented by the Industries Secretary (for Ford its MD …