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Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL), a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has launched a new stylish matte colour variant of the Access 125. The fresh, new colour provides a fashionable makeover to the flagship Suzuki scooter to appeal to the young trend conscious riders.

The special edition of Access 125 will now be available in elegant Metallic Fibroin Grey (PGZ) and Metallic Matt Black colours (YKV), giving the scooter a distinctive sporty appearance. The new colours will be an addition to the existing colour line up which includes Pearl Suzuki Deep Blue No.2 (YBA), Candy Sonoma Red (YHL), Pearl Mirage White (YPA), Metallic Matte Fibroin Grey (PGZ), Metallic Sonic Silver (YD8) and Glass Sparkle Black (YVB).

The New Access 125 is known for its leading features, superlative fuel efficiency and powerful performance which translates into a smooth ride.
The new colour variant of the Access 125 will be available with disc variant and the price shall be Rs 59,063 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi)

Commenting on the new colour offerings, Mr. Satoshi Uchida, Managing Director, SMIPL, “Since its launch, the New Access 125 has been one of our most appreciated models. To celebrate monsoon and the upcoming festival season, we are introducing two new additional matte colours to widen the array of choices for our young customers. The refreshed Access 125, loaded with advance features, complies with our endeavor of crafting a stylish scooter which delivers a superior performance. We are confident that these new matte colours will find universal appeal and further strengthen our foothold in the segment.”

Czech carmaker Skoda on Thursday launched an all-new version of its best selling sedan Octavia in India with price starting at Rs15.49 lakh (all India ex- showroom).

The car will be available in both petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol version comes with two engine options of 1.4 litre and 1.8 litre, priced between Rs15.49-20.89 lakh. The Octavia diesel is powered by a 2-litre engine and priced between Rs16.9-22.89 lakh across four variants.

“The Octavia is the heart of Skoda brand. Globally, it has sold over six million units in total. In India, it has sold over 90,000 units since 2001 when the company entered the market with the model,” Skoda Auto India director sales, service and marketing Ashutosh Dixit told reporters in New Delhi.

He said the new car will help further boost the company’s sales, which has witnessed 15% growth in January-June. Skoda Auto India sold 7,576 units during the first half of this year. “We plan to grow our sales 30% this year on the back of new products and further consolidate our position in the premium segment,” Dixit said.

The new Octavia is equipped with features such as hands-free parking, iBuzz driver fatigue alert and eight safety airbags. “While retaining its strong characteristics of space, all round comfort, safety and technology, the new Octavia will be a compelling proposition in its segment and will continue to drive Skoda’s success in India,” Dixit said. The new Octavia will take on Toyota’s Corolla Altis in the segment.

Tata Motors BSE 1.19 % today said it is expanding portfolio of its small commercial cargo vehicles under Ace brand with the addition of three new products priced between Rs 3.08 lakh and Rs Rs 4.78 (ex-showroom Mumbai).

The company is introducing ‘XL series’ in its Ace Mega, Ace Zip and Ace range, offering 15 per cent longer loading deck as compared to the standard versions, Tata Motors said in a statement.

“With the introduction of BS-IV compliant XL range of SCV (small commercial vehicles), we are offering a complete portfolio of last mile delivery solutions,” Tata Motors Head – Sales & Marketing (Commercial Vehicles) RT Wasan said in a statement.

These new additions will address the emerging needs for a safer, economical, and more reliable business transport solutions, he added.

With the implementation of GST, the hub and spoke model of transportation will become even more prominent, which in turn will fuel growth of both heavy duty trucks and last mile transportation SCVs, he added.

The company said Ace XL, with a payload of 710kg is priced at Rs 4.23 lakh, while Ace Mega XL that has a 1,000 kg payload is tagged at Rs 4.78 lakh. The Ace Zip XL with a payload of 600 kg will cost Rs 3.08 lakh ( all prices ex- showroom Mumbai).

“These will be available from tomorrow across all our 1,400 sales points across the country,” Wasan said.

Ever since its launch in 2005, the Tata Ace range has sold over 20 lakh units.

“We have been the leaders in the SCV segment and with the addition of these new XL series we are hopeful of strengthening our market share even further,” Wasan said.

Datsun India today announced the start of pre-launch bookings for the highly-anticipated Datsun redi-GO 1.0L from July 11.

Customers can pre-book their Datsun redi-GO 1.0L with a fully refundable down payment of INR 10,000 at Nissan and Datsun dealerships. Deliveries of the vehicles to new owners will commence from July 26, 2017.

Jerome Saigot, vice president, Datsun India said, “At Datsun, we are constantly striving to challenge the status quo and disrupt conventional thinking about the entry car segment in India. Today’s youth want a car that shows their personality with style, and redi-GO 1.0L is ready to meet their needs with more power and convenience.”

“With the positive customer responses to the redi-GO and redi-GO SPORT, we are delighted to offer the redi-GO version with a more powerful 1.0L engine. The redi-GO 1.0L with the iSAT engine is an ideal package for customers looking for attractive design, power and performance,” he added.

The Datsun redi-GO 1.0L is powered by the Intelligent Spark Automated Technology (iSAT) 1.0L three-cylinder fuel efficient engine, paired with a five-speed manual transmission.

Launched in India in June 2016, the redi-GO is a versatile car that combines the roominess, agility and efficiency of an urban hatchback with best-in-class ground clearance (185mm) and high seating position. Living up to its name, the Datsun redi-GO 1.0L brings together its best-in-class features with more power coming from the new engine.

Customers can also get more details about the redi-GO 1.0L on the ‘Datsun India App’ which can be downloaded from Google Play store. More details about Datsun India and its product range can be found at https://www.datsun.co.in/

Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL), a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, has unveiled new dynamic dual tone colour options for its scooter Let’s to make celebrations this festive season even more colourful.

The newly launched dynamic dual toned Let’s is now available in a combination of bright colours which include Royal Blue / Matte Black (BNU), Orange / Matte Black (GTW) and Glass Sparkle Black (YVB) which provides a fresh new look to the scooter. The new Let’s is powered by Suzuki comes with four stroke, fuel efficient 112.8cc BS1V engine with cutting edge SEP technology to provide a powerful and comfortable ride.

The new dual toned Let’s post GST will be retailed at Rs. 48,193 (Ex Showroom, Delhi).

Commenting on the launch of the new dual tone Let’s, Mr. Satoshi Uchida, Managing Director, SMIPL, said “The Let’s has always made a strong statement as a fuel efficient, performance oriented, and trendy scooter. The new Let’s in Royal Blue / Matte Black (BNU), Orange / Matte Black (GTW) and Glass Sparkle Black (YVB) dynamic dual toned colours will build on the scooter’s style quotient and further enhance the brand appeal. We constantly endeavour to bring in new variety to our products and offer the best features to our customers. We are confident that this new colour proposition will be a popular choice amongst our discerning young customers.”

Mercedes Benz has strengthens its product portfolio by launching the suave and vibrant new GLA. Refreshed with dynamic design and powerful appearance, the new GLA comes in three Engine Variants ~ GLA 200, GLA 200 d, GLA 220 d.

• Dynamic exterior highlights – The new GLA features a typical breadth emphasizing SUV design with athletic shoulders for a powerful and harmonious impression
• Energetic Performance: The GLA 220 d 4MATIC features a 2,143 inline 4 engine with an output of 125 kW and a torque of 350 Nm capable of sprinting from 0-100 in a mere 7.7 seconds
• Motorized by the 7G Dual Clutch Transmission, the GLA ensures rapid gear shifts, in turn enhancing the driving performance without compromising on fuel efficiency
• 45.7 cm (18-inch) 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels | Twin-pipe exhaust system with chrome-plated tailpipe trim elements integrated into the bumper
• Better illumination – LED High Performance headlamps with fiber optics and tail lights with a crystal look and innovative reflector technology
• Ambient Lighting in 12 colours: 12 different colours | 5 dimming levels | Lighting with full LED technology
• Versatile color portfolio: Mountain Grey, Cirrus White, Polar Silver Metallic and a new Canyon Beige exterior paint option
• Urban Package brings out the sportiness of the vehicle with some high-quality highlights and chrome elements

Piaggio Group is delighted to announce the launch of its premium and innovative brands Vespa and Aprilia SR 150 in Sri Lanka, symbolizing elegance, sophistication and style. Vespa is a timeless icon which is classy and irreverent on the other hand, the Aprilia bikes are known for their undisputed racing heritage and are amongst the most technologically advanced bikes in the market. Premium to the core these Piaggio brands represent the Italian style and deliver the unmatched riding experience through technology and performance.

Sri Lankan youth is aspiring to own and experience the international, premium and performance brands. With its distinctive, innovative brands Italian premium two wheeler manufacturer Piaggio aims to replicate the Indian success story in the Sri Lankan market serving the emerging need of the aspiring youth of Lanka catering to the desires of the biking enthusiasts, imparting uniqueness and creating a differentiated image to its riders.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Diego Graffi, Managing Director and CEO – PVPL said, “Both Aprilia and Vespa have created a benchmark in the two-wheeler segment in India and now the bikes are set to make their debut in Sri Lanka. It is indeed a matter of pride for the Piaggio Group that our marquee products will be available in a new market like Sri Lanka. We hope to further enhance our positioning in the Indian Sub-Continent with this launch. The accolades that the bikes have received in India and other International markets, are an inspiration for introducing more innovative products in the future.”

Brand	Model	Ex Showroom Price – Sri Lanka LKR
Vespa	LX	325008
	VXL	366991
	SXL 125	384726
	ELE 125	401012
	VXL 150	395222
	SXI 150	410422
	SXL R 150	418747
Aprilia	SR 150	331954
	SR 150 Race	339485

Ford India has issued a recall for the previous-gen Figo and Fiesta Classic over a probable fault in the high-pressure power assisted steering (or PAS) hose. A total of 39,315 cars manufactured between 2004 and 2012 have been affected.

According to an official announcement by Ford, a potential fault in the hose can result in a power steering fluid leak, which can then cause fumes in the engine compartment. The fluid can also come in contact with the vehicle’s exhaust system components, which can lead to smoke or even a vehicle fire.

Owners of the affected vehicles will be contacted by the company and dealerships directly. The faulty steering hose will be replaced on all affected cars. This inspection and replacement will be free of charge for the customers.

Ford’s 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has been voted 2017 International Engine of the Year “Best Engine Under 1.0-litre” for the sixth year in a row – meaning the compact and powerful three-cylinder petrol engine remains undefeated in its category since launch in 2012.

Judges praised the engine’s combination of performance, fuel-efficiency and technology. The 1.0-litre EcoBoost has now won 10 International Engine of the Year awards including overall winner a record three times, and “Best Newcomer”.

“Our 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine has been a game-changer, setting the benchmark for compact, fuel-efficient engines with sophisticated EcoBoost turbocharging, direct fuel injection and Twin-Independent Variable Camshaft Timing technologies,” said Joe Bakaj, vice president, Product Development, Ford of Europe. “Even with 10 International Engine of the Year awards under our belt, we’re still finding ways to push back the boundaries of powertrain engineering, and deliver even more benefit to our customers from this acclaimed small engine.”

In India, the 1.0-litre EcoBoost is paired to Ford’s popular compact SUV EcoSport, delivering a class-leading peak power of 125 PS and an outstanding fuel economy of 18.88 KM/L while emitting 15% less CO2.

Ford EcoBoost petrol engines in capacities up to 3.5-litres deliver power and fuel-efficiency to Ford vehicles around the world, from the compact all-new Ford Fiesta to Transit vans, pick-up trucks, and Ford Performance models including the Focus RS and the Ford GT supercar.

The frugal three-cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine was named “Best Engine Under 1.0-litre” by a panel of 58 automotive journalists, from 31 countries. First introduced to the Ford Focus in 2012, the innovative engine has continued to dominate its segment, faced with growing competition in a category popular with car buyers and important to carmakers. This year, the sub-1.0-litre award category featured 35 engines, nine more than in the 1.0-litre EcoBoost’s debut year.

“The baby Ford EcoBoost engine is still the best 1.0-litre, three-cylinder design around, despite newer powertrains arriving on the scene,” said Dean Slavnich, co-chairman of the 19th International Engine of the Year awards that were held in Stuttgart, Germany, and editor-in-chief of Engine Technology International magazine. “Even more impressive is that it is the first-ever powertrain to secure its class title every year it has been nominated.”

The 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine featuring cylinder deactivation technology will from 2018 deliver reduced running costs for customers by automatically stopping one of the engine’s cylinders when full capacity is not needed, such as when coasting or cruising with light demand on the engine.

An example of the advanced engineering that enables Ford to deliver the power of choice to customers with fuel-efficient petrol, diesel and electrified powertrains, the technology can disengage or re-engage one cylinder in 14 milliseconds – 20 times faster than the blink of an eye – with no compromise in performance or refinement

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) India today announced the opening of pre-bookings for its Made in India Jeep® Compass in Mumbai. To pre-book the Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV), interested customers can either log in to the company’s official website www.jeep-india.com or visit the nearest FCA or Jeep-exclusive showroom and place a pre-booking amount of Rs. 50,000.

Interested customers in Mumbai, Thane & Vashi can reach out to Landmark Jeep located at Worli & Andheri (W) to pre-book their Jeep® Compass. The Landmark Jeep showroom address and location in Mumbai as given below :
1. Ground Floor D Wing Shivsagar Estate, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai-18
2. Peninsular Heights, CD Barfiwala Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai- 53

The Jeep® Compass, manufactured locally at FCA’s state of the art joint-venture facility in Ranjangaon, near Pune will be available in three trims – Sport, Longitude and the Limited (top-of-the-line). Customers will have a choice of five colours Minimal Grey, Exotica Red, Hydro Blue, Vocal White and Hip Hop Black as well as options in 4×2 and 4×4.

Announcing the opening of bookings, Kevin Flynn, President and Managing Director, FCA India said, “To harness the great demand for the Jeep® Compass, we have executed a customer outreach across 21 cities at 26 shopping malls across India. We are already receiving overwhelming response to our new SUV. We have pulled out all stops to deliver the highest quality standard on the Jeep Compass and we are here to set a benchmark in the Indian SUV space. Customers will experience first-hand, the level of sophistication in the vehicle. Those interested can book our Made in India Jeep SUV online or at any of our FCA and Jeep Dealer network across India.”

The Jeep® Compass is being offered with two powertrain options – the 160+ HP, 250 Nm Multi-air petrol and the 170+ HP, 350 Nm, Diesel. The SUV will also come with options of the 6-speed manual transmission (Petrol and Diesel) and the 7-speed Dual Dry Clutch Technology Automatic or DDCT (Petrol) both these engines will be scalable to BS VI regulatory requirements in India.

The Jeep® Compass 4×4 will be equipped with Jeep Active Drive and Selec-Terrain Traction Management System. The SUV will come with a Driveline Disconnect Technology (DDT). True to its name, DDT disconnects the drive that goes to the rear wheels automatically when not required. This helps in fuel saving and assists safer driving.

The Jeep® Compass will offer the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) across the range. The EPB comes in four modes. The Jeep Compass will be the only SUV in this size and classification that will offer this cool safety and security feature across the range.

The Jeep® Compass will have Frequency Selective Damping (FSD). This technology provide variable damping that adjusts to road undulations. These shock absorbers use a special valve inside to enable an optimal ride at both high and low frequencies. FSD is usually used in performance and luxury vehicles, however with this adaptation to the Compass our product will stand apart in ride quality and handling.

With more than 50 safety and security features, the Jeep Compass will be one of the safest SUVs on Indian roads. Customers will have the luxury of having safety features like Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Dynamic Steering Torque (DST), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Adaptive Brake Lights, Panic Brake Assist and many more such features as standard across the range. The Compass Limited 4×4 will be equipped with six airbags with dual stage passenger airbags.

The Made-in-India Jeep® Compass is being manufactured in 50 different trim, powertrain, transmission and colour combinations so Indian customers will have an extensive range of choice. The Compass is made with a comprehensive blend of pioneering engineering technologies, inclusion of impressive safety & security features, powerful engines options and excellent transmission technology.