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 …
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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 …
An electrifying deal between General Motors and Reva
The US car manufacturer General Motors has entered into a business deal with the country’s top most electric car manufacturer Reva of Bangalore. The deal will mean the company’s involvement in moving along with the government’s motive for reduced fuel efficiency. Further, financial benefits will be offered to the consumers who opt for this fossil …
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Maruti to launch SX4 Automatic
To counter the Honda’s city and Fiat Linea, Maruti is betting on automatic transmission for its mid-size sedan SX4. Maruti which halted production of SX4 for now will soon launch the facelifted version of SX4. The facelift inlcudes a cosmetic surgery, Bharat IV compliant engine and an automatic transmission. The new SX4 would be first …
Ford says no to automatic variant of Figo
Few highlights from vicky.in exclusive interview with Mr.Michael Boneham, President & Managing Director of Ford India. Complete video interview will be posted soon * Ford to launch new car every 12 or 18 months from now * Ford has no plans to introduce automatic transmission of Figo * Ford will launch new variants of Figo …
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