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  • It is reported that Auto Car Maker Maruti has planned to phase out Old Swift Model from the market to clear the launch of New Swift Model 2011.

    Price of this new maruti swift is not known yet. But Most of the showroom has stop taking the new demand for Old Swift.

    It is reported that New Maruti Suzuki Swift 2011 will be ready for launch in October.



    Features of New Maruti Swift 2011

    1. New Swift is bigger in dimensions with 90mm in length, 5mm in width and 10mm in height. 

    2. The wheelbase has been stretched by 50mm and the inclination for the roof has got a decline.

    3. The headlamp and tail lamps have been pulled down.

    4. This new Swift new Swift include built in a retractable screen, automatic climate control, Bluetooth, and a USB port.

    Tags : maruti swift, new swift, new maruti swift 2011, maruti suzuki, chevrolet india
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SA15qWLZO8endofvid [starttext] Auto Car Maker Maruti India Limited has launched it's much awaited sedan premium car Maruti Kizashi on Indian road..  [endtext]
    India's leading Auto Car Maker Maruti India Limited has launched it's much awaited sedan premium car Maruti Kizashi on Indian road.. 

    Maruti Kizashi hit the Indian roads on 2nd Feb, 2011.

    Kizashi launched in India with 2.4 Litre powerful petrol engine and offers rich feel & performance.

    Check out features and specification of this car.

    VEHICLE SUMMARY

    Kizashi
    Model:
    Car Body Type:
    Sedan
    Segment:
    D Segment
    Fuel Consumption:
    Highway
    13.00 kmpl.
    Fuel Consumption:
    City
    9.00 kmpl.
    Warranty:
    NA

    ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

    Displacement:
    2393cc, 4 Cylinder, DOHC, VVT
    Engine Type:
    Petrol
    Maximum Power:
    178 Bhp @ 6500 rpm
    Maximum Torque:
    230 Nm @ 4000 rpm

    DIMENSIONS

    Length:
    4650 mm
    Width:
    1820 mm
    Height:
    1490 mm

    OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

    Seating Capacity:
    5
    Tyre Size:
    215/55 R17
    Suspension:
    McPherson Strut/Multi Link
    Turning Circle:
    5.50 mtrs.
    Boot Space:
    461.00 ltrs.
    Steering:
    Tilt
    Brakes:
    Front Ventilated, Rear Disk
    Gears:
    6 Manual
    Kerb Weight:
    1460.00 kgs.
    Fuel Tank:
    63.00
    Color Variant : The Kizashi will be available in 'Snow White Pearl', 'Super Black Pearl' and 'Premium Silver Metallic' colors.

    Other Features : Six-speed Manual Transmission (MT) option.

    How To Book This Car : The car can be booked with an initial deposit of Rs 50,000/- at any Maruti Suzuki Dealers immediately. Deliveries for Kizashi will begin in March 2011.

    Price at Delhi : Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1650000 , Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1750000 : Check out other city prices of Kizashi in India : Here

    Maruti Suzuki Kizashi has been launched in India by Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. Price of  Maruti Suzuki Kizashi are varied according to various cities in India.

    Maruti Kizashi Price

    The car can be booked with an initial deposit of Rs 50,000/- at any Maruti Suzuki Dealers immediately. Deliveries for Kizashi will begin in March 2011.

    • Maruti Kizashi Price in Delhi
      • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1650000
      • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1750000
      • Maruti Kizashi Price in Changdigarh
        • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1687059
        • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1789059
      • Maruti Kizashi Price in Ahmedabad
        • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1662858
        • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1763988
      • Maruti Kizashi Price in Hyderabad
        • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1688613
        • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1790200
    • Maruti Kizashi Price in Mumbai
      • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1712000
      • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1815900
    • Maruti Kizashi Price in Bangalore
      • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1677600
      • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1778300
    • Maruti Kizashi Price in Pune
      • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1664182
      • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1765093
    • Maruti Kizashi Price in Chennai
      • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1666834
      • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1766647
    • Maruti Kizashi Price in Kolkata
      • Kizashi MT Price – Rs.1689680
      • Kizashi CVT Price – Rs.1790347

     Chevrolet Cruze a premium D Segment car by General Motors.

    Chevrolet Cruze Specifications


    • Body Colored Bumpers
    • Body Colored outside Rear View Mirror
    • Front Fog Lamps
    • Body Colored Door Handles
    • Blaupunkt RDS Radio, CD player
    • MP3 CD capability
    • Six CD Changer audio system
    • Six integrated speakers
    • MP3 Auxiliary Input Jack
    • USB Socket for pen drive, mobile connectivity
    • Audio controls mounted steering wheel
    • Dual AC system, Heater
    • 17 inch Alloy Wheels
    • Stylish Rear Combination Lamps
    • 16 inch Alloy Wheels
    • large ventilated disc brakes
    • Diameter disc brakes
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • ABS (Antilock Brake System)
    • EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution) Front Suspension with Anti Roll Bar
    • Front Seatbelts with Pretensioner
    • Warning Lamp for Driver Seatbelt
    • Rear Suspension with Torsion Beam
    • Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
    • Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
    • Traction Control and Electronic Stability Control
    • Height Adjustable Headrest with Tilting Function
    • Knee Protector
    • ISOFIX Child Seat Restraint System
    • Child Locks and Central Locking
    • Side Impact Beams
    • Height Adjustable Front Seatbelts

    Engine Capacity

    • 1991cc, Diesel engine
    • 2.0L, 4-Cylinder
    • In-line Advanced VCDi
    • 5-Speed manual transmission gearbox
    • Maximum power – 150bhp at 4000rpm
    • Maximum torque – 320Nm at 2000rpm.

    Fuel & Mileage

    • Fuel Base – Diesel
    • City Mileage – 14.0 kmpl, (12.0 with LTZ AT variant)
    • Highway Mileage – 18.3 kmpl
    Chevrolet Cruze Price in India – 

    New Delhi Price – Rs.11,58,335 – Rs 14,04,015/-
    Mumabi Price – Rs. 12,15,125 – Rs. 14,73,095/-
    Hyderabad Price – Rs. 11,78,410 – Rs. 14,28,455/-
    Banglore Price – Rs.11,68,095 – Rs.14,15,990/-

    BMW AG's India unit unveiled its new compact X1 SUV . This is BMW India's second expansion in the country – Asia's third-largest automobile market – in the last three months. 

    The new BMW X1 was launched in New Delhi in three variants: BMW X1 sDrive18i (petrol), BMW X1 sDrive20d (diesel) and BMW X1 sDrive20d Exclusive (diesel) and can now be ordered at BMW dealerships across India.




    Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India said, “The new BMW X1 is a modern vehicle that for the first time brings premium BMW characteristics into the compact vehicle segment. The new BMW X1 sets a benchmark by bringing together features of a Sports Activity Vehicle with spontaneous flexibility and outstanding fuel economy. The new BMW X1 is the perfect vehicle for customers focusing on areas such as leisure activities and lifestyle in their choice of car.”

    BMW X1 Specifications

    Diesel Engine Displacement: 2.0 litre diesel
    Power: 177 hp
    Torque: 35.7 kgm
    Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
    Petrol Engine Displacement: 1.8 litre petrol
    Power: 147.4 hp
    Torque: 20.4 kgm
    Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
    Gearbox: 6-speed, Manual
    Performance
    Top Speed: 205 kmph
    Acceleration: 8.1 seconds (0 -100 kmph)
    Brakes
    Front: Vented Discs
    Rear: Vented Discs
    Tyres
    Size: 225/50 R17 94H
    Dimensions
    Length: 4453 mm
    Width: 1796 mm
    Height: 1544 mm
    Wheelbase: 2758 mm
    Ground Clearance: 193 mm
    Luggage Space: 419 Litres

    Price :

    BMW X1 sDrive18i (Petrol): Rs 22,00,000
    BMW X1 sDrive20d (Diesel): Rs 23,90,000
    BMW X1 sDrive 20d Exclusive (Diesel): Rs 29,90,000

    The new BMW X1 will be CKD (completely knocked-down unit) produced in India and the all India ex-showroom prices are as follows –

    The new BMW X1 sDrive18i                                                       :           INR 22,00,000
    The new BMW X1 sDrive20d                                                      :           INR 23,90,000
    The new BMW X1 sDrive 20d Exclusive                                      :           INR 29,90,000

    Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), India's market leader in utility vehicles (M&M's utility vehicle product portfolio includes the Scorpio, Bolero, Xylo and the pick-ups.) on Tuesday announced the launch of 4X4 off-roader the Mahindra Thar CRDe, in India.

    The Thar has been selling in the South African markets, since the past two years, for Rs 9.5-10 lakh. "It is the need for a retro-styled product that has forced M&M to launch the product in Indian markets".



    The Thar is a manual 4x4 machine coupled with a powerful CRDe engine 77 kw (105 BHP) & drive by wire technology which is capable of providing it variable speeds and acceleration. To handle this excess power, THAR CRDe's tough rigid ladder frame chassis has been optimised to enable crisp handling. Modern suspension layout of IFS and abuse resistant rear leaf springs delivers a great balance between ride and handling.

     Features of Mahindra Thar

    1. The Mahindra Thar, a derivative of the globally renowned Commander Jeep 5 (CJ5), has improved suspensions and features and better ground clearance to take on tough roads.

    2. It is powered by a 2.5 litre CRDi diesel engine, which gives a power of 105 BHP and a torque of 247 Nm @ 1800-2000 rpm.

    3. The company claims that it is India's first BS IV CRDe diesel engine in soft top.

    Thar is a reworked version of the Commander Jeep that was pulled off the roads in early 2000.


    Price : The Mumbai-based utility vehicle major has priced the Thar at Rs 5.99 lakh in Delhi, Rs 6.01 lakh in Bangalore, Rs 5.97 lakh in Thane and Rs 6.28 lakh in Mumbai. The Thar DI BS III variant is priced at Rs 4.47 lakh (ex-showroom Jaipur).
     
    The Thar will be launched in Delhi, Chandigarh, Bangalore, Mangalore and Jaipur by end December and the rest of India by January 2011,
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNFX3ndJfqUendofvid [starttext]

    Volkswagen unveiled the design silhouette of its 2012 Beetle model on the Oprah Winfrey Show on Monday, and seconds later, the talk show host said that she would give each of her audience members a new model when it comes out.
    The intro is part of the car maker’s plan to raise the profile of the Beetle and the rest of its models, which it has gone to great lengths to make more attractive to U.S. consumers. The new Beetle is also meant to strengthen the company’s image as a maker of sporty cars with enough performance to attract enthusiasts, not just shoppers looking for something “cute.”

    Volkswagen says Winfrey has mentioned the Beetle among her favorite things. “And if you follow Oprah, you know she likes to share her favorite things,” says Jonathan Browning, CEO of Volkswagen Group of America.
    [endtext]
    Nissan has launched a New GTR model car in North America. The car’s 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 now produces 530 horsepower, which is 45 hp more than before.

    The 2012 Nissan GT-R's advanced VR38DETT 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 now produces 530 horsepower (versus the previous 485 horsepower) and 488 lb-ft of torque (versus the previous 434 lb-ft) – a result of modifying the boost pressure of the turbocharger, valve timing and air mixture ratio, and through reducing intake air resistance by enlarging the inlet pipe diameter.

    In addition, exhaust air resistance was reduced through use of an enlarged section of exhaust pipe.

    Other new things on the 2012 Nissan GT-R include lighter weight and more rigid forged aluminum 20-inch wheels, new carbon fiber trim and upgraded materials, six exterior colors are available, including two new colors: Deep Blue Pearl and Jet Black. The Black Edition features special black six-spoke RAYS lightweight wheels in place of the Premium model’s 10-spoke design.


    Price : The starting price for the 2012 GT-R is $90,950.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75zjxNPE1ekendofvid [starttext] The 2010 Nissan GT-R, which is expected to be available in North America early next year, will carry a set of improved front and rear design upgrades, mostly geared towards improving the vehicle’s performance in and out. [endtext]
    The model will be a completely built unit directly imported from Italy. Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport is one of the costliest cars in the world and is ready to be owned by Indian millionaires soon. The model is expected to be launched on 28 October 2010.

    "Bugatti has been doing well in America, Europe and the Middle East. Now we see India as an emerging market for us, hence we have decided to bring the car to India," Bugatti Automobiles Sales Market Manager (Middle East, Europe and India) Guy Caquelin told reporters here.

    The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport, priced at Rs 16 crore onwards, will be distributed by the company's Indian dealer Exclusive Motors. So far, the most expensive cars in India have been the Rolls Royce Phantom and the Maybach, which are priced around Rs 5 crore.

    The company claims that the Bugatti Veyron is also the fastest car on production that is allowed to drive on normal roads in the world with a top speed of 407 km/hour with an acceleration of 0-100km/hour in 2.7 seconds.


    Bugaati Car Review Technical Specifications

    The car has huge power of 1001 BHP which helps it arrive at the 0 – 100 km/h in a jaw dropping 2.5 seconds with a limited top speed of 407 kmph.
     
    It features permanent Four Wheel Drive (FWD) and equipped with specially made Michelin run-flat tyres.
     
    The car engine has been joined with a computer-controlled, seven-speed dual clutch direct-shift automatic transmission that takes a mere 150 milliseconds for gear shifts.
    Bugatti Veyron 16.4 comes with a 8.0L, 16 Cylinder, 64 Valves turbocharged engine that delivers maximum torque of 1200 Nm. 
     
    Top whack is measured at 407 kmph, receiving it be one of the fastest production hyper cars to roar the roads.
     
    Its engine belts out a massive 989 hp and 1,200 Nm of peak torque.
     
    The mammoth engine is mated to a computer-controlled, seven-speed dual clutch direct-shift automatic transmission that takes a mere 150 milliseconds for gear shifts.



    Mercedes-Benz India on Oct 7 introduced its new car, R-Class at Rs 58.79 lakh.


    This R- Class seven seater car, powered by a 3.5-litre V6 engine , has multi-element headlamps, standard front fog lamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual chrome exhaust tips, LED tail lamps and with top speed of 230 km per hour.

    A statement made by the company even said that India is one of the first markets to see the introduction of the R -Class available in a long wheel base R350 4MATIC with a 34498cc V6 petrol engine. 

    Mercedes Benz R Class - will be available in India by November 2010
    Hero Honda has introduced a new member to its ever popular Splendor range of 100cc bikes. Hero Honda Splendor Pro is cold in 8 different colors. The new Hero Honda Splendor Pro bike also comes with alloy wheels, new side indicator and re designed speedometer.


    HERO HONDO PRO Features, Specifications


    • Name: Hero Honda Splendor Pro
    • Type: Commuter
    • Weight: 109 Kg
    • Gears: 4 Speed
    • Clutch: Multi Plate Wet
    • Fuel Consumption: (City) 65.00
    • Fuel Consumption: (Highway)   79.00
    • Maximum Power: 7.4 Bhp @ 8000 rpm
    • Maximum Torque: 7.95 Nm @ 5000 rpm
    • Dimensions: 1970×720×1040 mm
    • Wheelbase: 1230 mm
    • Wheel Size: 2.75×18 – 2.75×18 mm
    • Brakes: Front & Rear 130 mm Drum Brakes
    • Ground Clearance: 159 mm
    • Fuel Tank Capacity: 11 ltrs
    • Headlamp: 35W/35W Halogen Bulb
    • Wheel Type: Alloys
    • Chassis Type: Tubular Double Cradle Type
    • Speedometer: Analogue
    • Suspension Front: Telescopic Hydraulic Shocks
    • Suspension Rear: Swing Arms with Hydraulic shock absorbers
    Price of Hero Honda Pro Bike :  Rs.39,950 to Rs.41,950 (ex-showroom Delhi)
    The Paris Motor Show (French: Mondial de l'Automobile) is a biennial auto show in Paris.

    The Mondial is scheduled by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles, which considers it a major international auto show.

    The 2010 Paris Motor Show is currently taking place from 2 October to 17 October 2010, in Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles.

    For 2010, the theme of the special exhibition is "The Incredible Collection 2: automobile manufacturers collections and museums.".............[Check for List of Participants Auto Manufacturers and Car Models]




     The 2010 Paris Motor Show is currently taking place from 2 October to 17 October 2010, in Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles.

    Here is the List of Various Car Models and Auto Manufacturers Participate in 2010 Paris Motor Show....[Check for Auto Expo Photos]


    Production cars


    • Audi A7
    • Audi R8 Spyder
    • Bentley Continental GT
    • BMW X3
    • Chevrolet Aveo
    • Chevrolet Captiva
    • Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback

    • Chevrolet Orlando 
    • Citroën C4
    • Citroën DS4
    • Ferrari 599 GTO
    • Ferrari 599 SA Aperta
    • Ford Focus ST
    • Ford Mondeo ECOnetic
    • Honda Jazz Hybrid
    • Hyundai Genesis Coupe (European debut)
    • Hyundai i10
    • Hyundai ix20
    • Jeep Grand Cherokee (European debut)
    • Lexus IS
    • Lotus Evora S
    • Lotus Evora IPS


    • Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale
    • Mastretta MXT
    • Mazda 2 restyle
    • Mercedes-Benz A-Class electric
    • Mercedes-Benz CLS
    • Nissan X-Trail
    • Opel Astra Sports Tourer
    • Peugeot 3008 Hybrid4
    • Peugeot 508 (World debut)
    • Porsche 911 Carrera GTS
    • Porsche 911 Speedster
    • Range Rover Evoque
    • Renault Laguna restyle
    • Renault Latitude
    • Saab 9-3 SportWagon Electric
    • Suzuki Swift
    • Toyota Ractis
    • Toyota Verso-S (World debut)
    • Volkswagen Passat
    • Volvo S60 R-Design
    • Volvo V60

    Concept cars


    • Audi e-Tron Spyder
    • Audi Quattro concept
    • BMW 6 Series concept
    • Citroën Lacoste
    • Hyundai ix35 diesel-hybrid concept
    • Infiniti IPL G Convertible concept
    • Jaguar C-X75
    • Kia Pop EV
    • Lamborghini Sesto Elemento
    • Lotus Elite
    • Lotus Esprit


    • Lotus Eterne
    • Mazda Shinari
    • Nissan Townpod
    • Opel CTG Paris
    • Peugeot HR1
    • Renault Clio IV Concept
    • Renault DeZir
    • Saab ePower
    • SEAT IBE (updated)
    • Toyota FT-CH (European debut)

    Exhibitors


    • Abarth
    • Alfa Romeo
    • Aixam Mega
    • Audi
    • Bentley
    • Bi-Scot
    • BMW
    • Cadillac
    • Chatenet Automobiles
    • Chevrolet
    • Chrysler
    • Citroën
    • Comarth
    • Courb
    • CT&T
    • Dacia
    • Eco & Mobilité
    • Ecomobilys
    • Eon Motors
    • Exagon
    • Ferrari
    • Fiat
    • Fisker
    • Ford


    • GEF Motors
    • Grecav
    • Heuliez
    • Honda
    • Hyundai
    • Infiniti
    • Isuzu
    • Jaguar
    • Jeep
    • Kia
    • Lamborghini
    • Lancia
    • Land Rover
    • Lexus
    • Ligier
    • Lumeneo
    • Mam Strager
    • Maserati
    • Mastretta
    • Matra
    • Maybach
    • Mazda
    • Mega


    • Mercedes-Benz
    • Microcar
    • Mini
    • Mitsubishi
    • Nissan
    • Think
    • Opel
    • Peugeot
    • Porsche
    • Renault
    • Rolls Royce
    • Saab
    • Seat
    • Škoda Auto
    • Smart
    • Suzuki
    • Tazzari
    • Tesla Motors
    • Toyota
    • Vehicules ElectriquesPininfarina Bollore
    • Venturi
    • Volkswagen
    • Volvo


    Mahindra will launch a performance motorcycle on 30th Sept 2010 in Mumbai.

    What Does Mojo Means ?

    # Mojo (African American culture), a magical charm bag used in voodoo
    # a slang word for self-confidence or self-esteem: Wikipedia

    The Mahindra Mojo motorcycle is powered by 292 cc engine that churns out 25 hp (19.3 kW) @8500 rpm and peak torque of 24 Nm @ 7000 rpm. Mojo features dual exhausts, and has both front and rear disc brakes.

    Technical Specifications

    Overall length x width x height in mm
    2100 x 830 x 1270
    Seat Height in mm
    820
    Wheelbase in mm
    1450
    Minimum ground clearance
    150
    Kerb Weight ( with 90 %  fuel, Tools etc)
    160 kg
    Engine Type
    Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled,  4 Valves – Direct Drive, SI
    Displacement
    292 cc
    Bore x Stroke
    78 mm x 61.2 mm
    Compression Ratio
    11 : 1
    Maximum Power
    19.3 kW @ 8500 rpm (26 BHP)
    Maximum Torque
    24 N.m @ 7000 rpm
    Starting System
    Self Start
    Ignition System
    ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
    Fuel Tank Capacity in liters    15.5
    Transmission Type / Gear Box
    Constant Mesh, 6 speed
    Frame Type
    Twin Tube Exposed frame in Steel, Shining yellow painted; Diamond Frame
    Wheel Type
    Alloy Wheel
    Rim Size (Front / Rear)
    Front 2.75 x 17”;
    Rear 4.00 x 17”

    Mahindra Mojo Price

    Rs. 150,000 

    Maruti Suzuki has announced the launch of a limited edition of Swift. In order to celebrate the event of selling one million Maruti Swift in India amongst their customers, the launch of “Swift One Million Edition” was announced earlier today. 

    The special edition car will have features like splendid graphics, stereo integrated with speakers and USB, leather seats, luxurious foot-mats and a touch of artisticity on the exterior decals.

    Maruti Suzuki India, Managing Exe Officer of Marketing and Sales, Mr Mayank Pareek said, “It is indeed a moment of pride for us. Swift One Million Edition is our gesture to show gratitude to our customers who have strongly supported us in our journey to reach milestone of one million sales in one year.”

    The “Swift One Million Edition” car will be available with a price tag of Rs 4,83,079 (Ex-Showroom, New Delhi).
    US auto giant Ford Motor said on Thursday it would storm the fast-growing Indian market with eight new models and turn the nation into an export hub for its popular locally made Figo hatchback.

    Ford, which has invested one billion dollars in the country in the past decade, is seeking to overtake global rivals in penetrating the Indian market where car sales have been hitting record highs as the economy recovers. 

    As part of its Asian push, Ford announced separately plans to invest 350 million dollars with Japanese partner Mazda Motor Corp in their pick-up truck venture in Thailand, "reaffirming our ongoing strategic relationship."

    Ford officials told media the company aimed to make the new cars for the Indian market locally and they would be in high volume segments such as the popular small car category, which accounts for around 70 percent of new sales.

    "We're positioning India to be a key pillar of Ford's global manufacturing presence," Hinrichs said.

    India has been fast turning into a battleground for global vehicle manufacturers such as Ford, General Motors and Volkswagen. They have been hoping to offset sluggish sales at home by steering towards India and China, seeing huge potential in their billion-plus populations.

    Sales of vehicles in India, still one of the world's least penetrated auto markets, have grown at an average annual rate of 17 percent over the past five years. 

    Ford, slower than some rivals to attack the Indian market, has been setting up dealerships at a blistering pace as it makes up for lost time. It announced a 500-mn-dollar plan last September to double capacity at its plant in the southern city of Chennai.

    Hinrichs said the company would export the small made-for-India Figo to 50 countries, including Mexico, and across North Africa and the Middle East starting next year.

    The move comes as an increasing number of carmakers have started using India as a low-cost export base.

    Ford launched the Figo in March. Built in Chennai, it has been a hit, selling more than 30,000 units in 25 weeks. Ford, which also exports the Ford Fiesta to South Africa, has been exporting the Figo to South Africa since May.

    Industry sales in the Asia Pacific and Africa region will more than double to nearly 35 mn by 2018 from 16 mn units in 2009, Hinrichs said.

    "This will account for nearly 70 percent of Ford's worldwide future growth, Hinrichs said, adding, "India will be responsible for a large part of this growth."
    Auto major, Hyundai Motor India, on Thursday said that it would be increasing the prices of its products by up to 1.2 per cent across all models, from September 1. This price rise includes all models of Hyundai i.e. i20,i10 etc

    This increase is because of the rise in input costs, the company said in a press release issued here.
    Announcing the hike in prices, Hyundai Motor India's Director, (Marketing & Sales), Arvind Saxena, said "there has been an increase in the input costs for car manufacturers. We have tried to absorb as much of the cost as we can, to cause as less inconvenience as possible to our valued customers." 


    Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company (HMC), South Korea, and is the largest passenger car exporter and the second largest car-manufacturer in India. 


    Source : ET
    Toyota Motor Corp said on Thursday it would recall 1.3 million Corolla and Matrix cars in the United States and Canada because of defective engine control modules that could cause the vehicles to stall.

    General Motors Co also said on Thursday that some 200,000 Pontiac Vibes, a sister car to the Toyota Matrix, would be recalled in the United States and Canada because of the same issue.

    The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on August 18 intensified a probe into reports of stalling in the vehicles from the 2005 through 2007 model years, upgrading a preliminary investigation opened in November 2009.

    "The engine can stall at any speed without warning and not restart," NHTSA said in a report on its website.
    Toyota spokesman John Hanson said four of 32 engine control modules obtained from cars in service and four malfunctioned during tests that subjected them to extreme heat and cold, prompting the decision to replace the components.

    The recall covers 1.13 million vehicles in the United States and 200,300 in Canada, Toyota said. Toyota Canada said it had no reports of accidents or injuries.

    Source : Reuters
     
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