Renault may build Sandero with Mahindra

Renault which has announced slew of cost cutting measures including investment hold up in its chennai plant may produce Sandero along with  Mahindra at the later’s nashik plant. Mahindra- Renault is already producing logan in the Nashik plant. The arrangement will aid the carmaker to utilize the plant to its maximum capacity. Logan plant is …

Honda to launch Accord V6

Undeterred by the slowdown, Honda plans to launch the powerful Accord V6 in March. This 3.5L, i-VTEC engine is designed to deliver outstanding performance at any engine speed. And with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM), you get the best of both worlds: fuel-efficiency and thrilling acceleration.. The engine produces 271bhp and peak torque of 254Nm but …

SBI freezes car loans rates for a year

State Bank of India said on Friday it will freeze interest rates on new car loans at 10 per cent for a year.The new rates will be applicable to all customers availing loans between February 23 and May 31, 2009, the bank said.After the freeze-period, the rates will be reset at the applicable card rate …

Skoda to launch Yeti at 2010 Auto Expo

At 2008 Delhi Auto Expo, Skoda launched the Fabia which went on to become a success story for the Czech maker. Skoda looks forward to replicate the same by launching Yeti at the 2010 Auto Expo.  in Geneva. The new model is based on the design study of the same name that was introduced in …

Tata to launch Xenon in February

Tata Motors replacement for TL sprint the Xenon pick-up will finally hit the Indian roads. Tata’s Xenon has been in the news for a long time and it was launched world’s second largest pick-up market Thailand in 2008. Based on the 207’s chassis this Xenon has a payload capacity 1,000 kilograms. New Xenon will be …

Tata gears up for Nano launch

Tata Motors has started countdown for the much awaited Nano launch. Tata has asked its dealers to open as many showrooms and strengthen ther rmanpower to enable more efficient customer service. Tata will roll out Nanos from Pantnagar plant. Bookings will start at the end of February and deliveries will begin by March 2009. Tata …

Honda to import Civic Hybrid

Honda civic hybrid will now only be available in india as a direct import through the company or through Honda dealerships. Honda Siel cars India has decided not to retail the Civic Hybrid through its retail dealerships. The Civic Hybrid is a car that runs both on petrol and battery. The car gives a mileage …

Tata to launch new Indigo CS

Tata Motors as part of its 2009 strategy that includes an all new Indigo, Indicruz crossover and Nano plans to launch a refurbished/ facelifted version of its hot selling Indigo CS. The new Indigo CS gets minor changes in exteriors as well as interiors. The new Indigo CS comes with a re-sculpted exterior, striking new …

Bajaj XCD 135cc Test Drive

Pictorial Review Bajaj XCD 135cc Bajaj which once ruled hearts and sales charts is now passing through one of its worst period. While the Honda’s took away the commuter, Yamaha is fastly gaining traction from youth who traditionally mared by the Pulsar Mania.The ageing platforms and absence of new models also gave way for the  …

Hyundai confirms launch of i20 diesel in 2009

As said earlier, Hyundai has reiterated its stand to launch diesel variant of i20 in 2009.  Hyundai which currently sells i20 with a 1.2L kappa petrol engine in India may start selling i20 diesel by the end of 2009. In international markets i20 is offered with 1.4L and  1.6L diesel engines. To qualify for the …