Bajaj Auto which reported 18% drop in sales(Y-o-Y) in three wheeler segment in November launched a new autorickshaw today (December 08th). Christened as RE GDi, the new three wheeler incorporates the latest technology the gasoline direct injection engine to achieve substantially lower emissions than even the alternate ‘clean’ fuel CNG vehicles. Bajaj Auto claims the RE GDi would deliver 33 per cent better fuel-efficiency than the conventional RE autorickshaw. The Engine has been tuned for strong low-end torque to deliver 15% more torque and 25% more power for improved drivability in congested city traffic. The pilot group of customers to whom RE GDi have been sold are reporting additional income of Rs.80-100/- per day.
Other user friendly features available on the RE GDi are:
* Electric starter to reduce driver fatigue
* Twin headlamp for improved visibility
* A new dashboard for car like feeling
*Swing arm with anti dive link front suspension
RE GDi will be launched in a phased manner throughout the country.