1) Whatever you call new dio or new activa, Honda plans to launch the new generation ‘lead’ in india. The current dio is based on last generation lead. Honda recently unveiled the new ‘lead’ for international market. Honda’s lead is by a 4 stroke ,108cc, liquid cooled, Fuel Injection engine. In addition a larger airbox, silent cam drive and new exhaust mean the Honda’s new scooter is very quiet. Honda’s new dio is slimmer and longer, and a larger fuel tank is now contained under the footboards. It has a bigger 12” aluminium front wheel, and a disc brake for the first time, which is operated by a combined system which also activates the rear drum. Will Honda launch first FI scooter in India?. yet another question for SMS poll
2) BMW would launch its M3 coupe in India in Janauary 2008. The BMW M3 is a high performance version of the popular compact 3-Series. M3 is powered by a V8 engine which generates 420 bhp @8,300 rpm and 398Nm of torque at just 3,000 rpm. BMW M3 will also be sold as a CBU and will be sold only in limited number. In India, M3 will take on Porsche 911
3) Renault will launched its no frills logan sedan will make its the booming indian luxury car martket through Nissan’s Infiniti brand. If they want to be global, no luxury car brand can miss the Indian luxury market. Indian luxury car market is growing at a pace of 15% and it will 10000 units in 2010 (5000 units a year from now). Nissan’s infinits which earlier find hard to match Audi’s and BMW’s created some great luxury cars combining sports-car handling and performance with station wagon-like versatility. Now Infiniti is calles as “Japanese BMW”
4) Infiniti’s indian option could be to bring M series and G-35. Infiniti’s G35 will take on BMW 3 series, Merceded C-class and Audi A4 in India. Other car which will roll out from Infinit could be the one from M series.
5) Toyota will cash in with the entry of luxury brand Lexus into the Indian luxury market. In United States, Lexus is the highest-selling make of luxury cars. The worldwide motto of Lexus in multiple countries is “The Pursuit of Perfection.” Lexus has used this signature phrase since its inception. Perfection may ride into India in 2009.
6) 2008 is big year for Fiat India. It plans a comeback with Grande Punto hatchback and Linea sedan in india. To boost the image further Fiat will bring its Alfa Romeo to show its design proweness to Indian customers. 159 is typically italian, the front has traditional Alfa cloverleaf V-shaped grill and bonnet. The front is also underlined with light clusters with cylindrical shape. A high waistline broadens until it reaches the rear pillar. Fiat – Microsoft ‘s Blue &Me infotaintment makes the machine compatible to Bluetooth and USB connectivity.
7) Alfa 159 combines sportiness, technology and elegance in a unique design. Alfa 159 will be powered by a range of engines that includes a 2.2L JTS which produces 185bhp and an Alfa’s new-generation diesels (either a 150bhp 1.9L or a 200bhp 2.4L). JTS – Jet Thrust Stoichiometric(Alfa’s term for gasoline direct Injection engine).
