The models offered by BMW has received the shot at price upto Rs4.30 lakh, which includes 3 sedans of petrol variant (Rs27.3lakh from Rs26.9 lakh); while the top-end got a hike upto Rs60000 and for the diesel variant it will be upto Rs50000. The 6-series brought the highest rise – Rs4.3 lakh (from Rs85.5 lakh …
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HMSI plans to launch two bikes next fiscal
While Hero Honda is turning towards scooter segment, Honda Motorcycle &Scooter India is strengthening its base in bike segments by adding two more launches in the next fiscal. The company looks for reaching 15 lakh mark in 2010-11(8lakh scooters and 7 lakh bikes)by increasing the production and labor force in Manesar plant. The range and …
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Hero Honda to carry the torch- to play the fiddle in scooter
Bajaj’s exit from the scooter segment is a blessing in disguise for Hero Honda. With just one scooter Pleasure, the company is exploring the possibilities to boost the scooter segment with more models. As of now, the demand is high –growing to 15.12% (8.91 lakh units) for gearless scooters and Hero Honda likes to capitalize …
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Bike on the lines of Nano
Hero Honda might hit the headlines soon if it announces the launch of motorbikes at the lowest possible price, say Rs20000. The motif behind this is to offer a bike with all quality at an easily affordable price. Hero Honda and Hero Motors are in the process for this which may find its way in …
Hero Electric launches 3 scooters
Hero Electric Motors has come out with three scooters-E-Sprint(Rs32470) Zippy(Rs17900) and Optima Plus(Rs32796)- while three more models are in store for next FY. The company is optimistic to sell about 45000 units in FY 2010-11 and 35000 for this fiscal, beside export to Latin America, Canada, the US(already in the market) and SAARC countries in …
Chennai witnesses launch of BSA street rider
The Murugappa group of Chennai has launched the electric scooter BSA Street Rider with the tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi doing tha favor. The all-white scooter at Rs28050, fetched 250 bookings since its launch last year. The company is known for its BSA Smile, BSA Diva, BSA Roamer and BSA Roamer Plus. The electric scooters of …
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After the Exit of Bajaj it
Sensing the potential in the scooter segment in India, Yamaha has proposed its entry, when it gets the analysis report on market feasibility, said its Yamaha Motor National Business Head. The survey report will decide the model and productivity as well as the range of the scooter. 25 % of the 80lakh two wheeler market …
More time sought for Bharat IV norms
The emission norm Bharat IV, set for implementation in 11 cities from April 1, is the topic of concern for the Auto industry. SIAM made representations to the government seeking an extension of 3-6 months for implementation. The other parts of the country are left to move to Bharat III norm. the auto makers are …
Hot wheels get the massage from technology
The technology in the auto industry is no exception to wheels run on engine and the internal combustion engines get the warmth of digital touch. The computers devise the difference among the same engines fitted in popular brands like Delphi, Bosch, Toyota, BMW, VW, GM and Continental. Hence the chip makers of such caliber Texas …
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SUV in ranges in India from world big players
The turnaround of sports utility vehicle is to be prominent in India with leading world makers – Toyota, Land Rover, Audi, BMW and VW- targeting the market with full zeal. The focus is diverted to India after the US and China, as evident from the response spelt at the Auto Expo. The cars would be …
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