Xenitis new 150cc scooter

Global auto a JV of Xentis Group and China’s Guangzhou Automobile Industry has launched a new 150cc scooter called UFO0150. Xenitis new 150cc scooter is priced Rs34,990. Global Automobiles made headlines few months back by launching 100cc motorcycle (Rock 100) at a price of Rs20000. More details are expected.

Mercedes launches new C-class

Mercedes today launched the new C-class in chennai. With this launch, Daimler has taken only 10 months to bring the new C-class after its international debut. This signifies the importance of India in Daimler global operations. Unveiling the car, Mr Sahajwala Head Marketing, DaimlerChrysler India said the new C-class has already created a lot of …

Volvo’s C70 Convertible

1) Volvo which so far sold 100 S80’s and Xc90’s will soon start selling C70 convertible in India.  . The distinguishing feature of the C70 is a three-piece retractable hardtop, which transforms it from a coupe to a convertible at the push of a button. According to Volvo, the design of the C70 is to …

ICML’s new Rhino Rx

1) ICML Rhino Rx: ICML refreshes its Rhino Rx MUV with new interiors at par with any luxury high end car. New interiors are conceptualized by the in-house styling team. New Rhino Rx gets a two piece instrument panel with dual colour theme and 3D night glow effect,digital LED Electronic Instrument Cluster adds a subtle …

ICML’s Concept car

ICML showcased its new first ever prototype of Concept car at the Auto Expo. According to Mr.Mittal Director, ICML, the concept car is a new generation,high performing sophisticated SUV. Its conceptualization has been a dream of younger generation of Mittals.The concept car is a subtle piece of engineering with powerful engine and dynamic build up …

Bajaj raises stake in KTM

Bajaj Auto plans to increase its stake in Austrian motorcycle maker KTM Power Sports by 25% to 30% over the next few months, said Managing Director Rajiv Bajaj. In November, Bajaj Auto acquired 14.5% of KTM for about $76 million, and subsequently increased that to 20.9%. “When we move into a more up-market two wheeler …

Fiat on a comeback trail

Below listed are four new cars which will soon make Indian roads attractive. Cinquecento,Grande Punto,Linea and Bravo is sure to ease your eyes soon. Grande Punto – Fiat’s life saver Fiat 500 cinquecento – True hatchback Fiat’s Linea – purely italian Fiat’s Palio Diesel – perfect heart for perfect hatchback

Piaggio to sell vespa again

As expected, Piaggio Group will re-enter the Indian market soon. Today, Piaggio officially announced its plan for the Indian market.  Mr Roberto Colaninno, Chairman, said Piaggio would be setting up a new two-wheeler manufacturing facility at Baramati in Maharashtra. “We expect to roll out our first batch of two-wheelers in 2009-10,” he told. Piaggio will …

Yamaha to sell apparels

Bike showrooms are not just for selling bikes but for selling emotions. Yes,this culture is fastly catching up in India two wheeler industry. Yamaha Motor India has launched their first new-age lifestyle company owned store, ‘Bike Station. Already Royal Enfield has a similar setup and only few weeks back we reported you that Bajaj plans …

Winners of Renault’s IndDesign

Renault which opened a design studio in India had announced a design competetion called ‘IndDesign’ in August 2007. The contest theme, “What is Modern India Design?” was open to only Indian students. As many as 77 students from 12 institutes took part in the contest. Renault has just announced the winners of its Auto Design …