US based automobile manufacturer Ford Motors has announced that it will invest $400 million in its production facilities to manufacturer next version of, its Explorer SUV by the end of year 2010. According to company this move is expected to create 1,200 jobs at its Chicago assembly plant. The USD 400 million includes the investment of USD 180 million in manufacturing facilities at the Chicago sites and investment of about USD 220 million for launch and engineering costs.
In the hatchback category of cars Hyundai i20 is a new generation car with large headlamps and fog lamps. This new Hyundai i20 is even more spacious, stylish having amazing eye catching features. Equipped with standard safety features it has ABS, seat belts with pre-tensioner, dual air-bags for the driver and front passanger, auto-unlocking doors Hyundai i20 is one of the best car. Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) and suspension systems in the car are such that they provide maximum ease while driving the vehicle. This latest version of Hyundai i20 is best featured with many important special equipments that co-ordinates best with the activity of the diver.
Hyundai unveiled Hyundai H1 at Auto Expo today at Pragati Maidan.The car will be available as a nine seater in India whereas the 12 seater model is available in the International Market. Hyundai H1 will be available to its users in both petrol and diesel engines. The petrol variant is powered by 2.4L, 2359 cc engine and delivers power of 128.4 KW at 5500 rpm, 227.7 Nm torque at 2800 rpm. The diesel variant is powered by 2.5 L ,2359 cc engine, powered by 125 KW at 3800 rpm, torque of 392 nm at 2000 rpm.
Maruti launched new limited edition of Maruti Alto. This new car, Alto Xcite, is priced at Rs 13,500 more than the regular version. This car houses a number of great features such as manual central locking, power windows and remote boot opener. The company said in a statement that the high-end model of the car is priced at Rs 2.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Approximately 20,000 car units are being sold every month. It may be recalled that Maruti Alto is the largest selling car in India. On the other hand, Ford Fiesta and Hyundai i10 are the other popular cars in India.
Nissan one of the largest car manufacturer originated in Japan is all set to bring its latest sensation in Auto market around the word, the Nissan Murano in India. The Nissan Murano model is basically a newly designed and only one of its kind crossover which is claimed to be a new mile stone for Nissan in Auto engineering field. Though there was news about its launch in this year only but now it is expected that the Nissan Murano model will be rolled out in the first half of the next yeas. According to the news reports the Nissan Murano model will be imported in India as a completely built unit (CBU) from Japan.
Suzuki that is all set to unveil hydrogen powered new Suzuki SX4 at the Tokyo Auto show later this month. Apart from hydrogen powered Maruti SX4 Suzuki will also launch plug-in hybrid version of its model Maruti Swift.
Car Manufacturers Bajaj, Nissan and Renault will introduce a joint venture ultra-low cost car in India by year 2012. According to Renault, France based company, the car will be smaller than the existing Maruti Alto. In this joint venture Bajaj Auto will be handling manufacturing, sourcing, engineering and designing work while on the other hand Renault-Nissan alliance will be taking care of marketing and selling of the car in domestic as well as international market.
Japan based car manufacturer Nissan Motor has decided to launch its all new Sports sedan, 370Z in India on 20th January this year. By launching 370Z in India the company will enter in the league of sports sedan selling companies in India which includes Audi(which rolled out its R8) and BMW (will be launching Z4 roadster soon). The Nissan 370Z model is known as the Fairlady Z in Japan. The 370Z has a powerful 7-speed automatic 6-speed manual transmission engine despite the light weight accessories like aluminum door panels, hood and hatch the 370Z weighs around 3000lbs. The 370Z is sixth-generation of the Nissan Z-car series with a 3,696 cc V6 engine that outputs 336 PS@7000rpm and 365 Nm@5200. The model was first shown at an event in Los Angeles before its official launch at the Greater LA Auto Show 200
Ford's entry-level sedan the Ford Ikon scored highest in the entry mid-size segment according to the JD Power Asia Pacific 2009 India Initial Quality Study SM (IQS). Ford Ikon is the clear winner in its segment scoring 90 PP100 in this J.D. Power study while the industry scores averaging at 123 PP 100 in the entry mid-size segment for Overall New -Vehicle Quality in India.
Tata Motors' yet another invention is Tata Indica Vista Electric that was showcased today at the Delhi Auto Expo at Pragati Maidan. The eco friendly car comes with a PERM Magnet Motor, 55 KW of power,160 Nm torque.The all new Tata Indica Vista electric is a 1 speed FWD and touches a top speed of 128 kmph.It can go from 0 to 30 kmph in just 4.5 seconds, from 0 to 60 kmph in a matter of 90 seconds and can run upto 160 km per charge with the battery capacity of 26.6 kwh. The new Tata Indica Vista Electric with a seating capacity of 4 passengers is a five door model that comes with dual front airbags.
BMW the German luxury car maker today launched its sports-car BMW Z4 Roadster priced at Rs 59 lakh. The two-seater sports-car is powered with a 2,979 cc petrol engine which has being launched as a part of the company's move to strengthen its position in the Indian luxury car segment.
Till now, you have seen Japanese and American carmakers rulling the premium-SUV space by selling their Honda CR-V, Toyota Fortuners, Chevrolet Captiva, Mitsubishi Pajero and Mitsubishi Outlander. The Japanese and American carmakers didn't have to worry about their Deutsche cousins who were sitting pretty in the fat cat segment of the market. But things are going to change soon if the Munich-based carmaker BMW gets its act right. The iconic automobile manufacturer is all set to let the cat lose among the pigeons with the BMW X1, its new and affordable crossover compact SUV.
The German auto maker BMW is all set to unveil its new vehicle 5 series Gran Turismo (GT) at the forthcoming Auto Expo 2010. The company intends to launch this vehicle in both petrol and diesel engine this year. Initially, only 100 units of the vehicle will be available for sale in India. The unique features of the class one vehicle are: enough space, estate like exteriors and body, better ground clearance. The vehicle will be equipped with 400 bhp,twin-turbo direct injected 4.4 litre V8 550i GT.
BMW X1 displayed today at the Delhi Auto Expo is a modern vehicle that offers a new definition of BMW Sheer Driving Pleasure and a spontaneous lifestyle. Mr Peter Kronschnabl, President BMW India has announced that CKD(Completely Knocked Down) Production will be commenced at Chennai based manufacturing plant by the end of 2010. BMW X1 has demonstrated company's fine sense for pioneer automotive trends and it has opened up a new luxury segment in the Compact Sports Activity/ Sports Utility vehicle class. It has young and sporty design which awakens the enthusiasm for driving.
BMW fired big guns at the Auto Expo 2010 with its pavilion shining great in Hall No- 09 along with the pavilion of Bosch in the same zone. The major highlights of the Pavilion were the exciting launches and display of some much-awaited and much-anticipated Cars. For the enthusiastic and anticipating crowd of general visitors, Business representatives, people from media, BMW's reception at the pavilion had a good amount of information displayed in form of brochures, press releases and verbal information dissipated through their representatives and executives. 
GM pavilion at the Delhi Auto Expo 2010 was one of the best designed and one of the largest pavilion there. The company had used a massive 2000 sqft pavilion to showcase its large range of upcoming vehicles. Special preparations were made to showcase its popular and upcoming models which include Chevrolet Beat, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet volt, Chevrolet Spark Electric, Chevrolet Aveo CNG and Chevrolet Camaro. While some car models were displayed at revolving daises, at the same time some models were provided separate space in the Pavilion. The main stage of the Chevrolet Pavilion was equipped with a high quality sound system as well as there was perfect arrangement for lighting.
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Porsche is launching New Porsche Panamera with innovative interiors. New Porsche Panamera is coming with many new luxurious features like a centre consol, The low seating position as well as low-slung steering wheel. In this New Porsche Panamera a lot weightage is given to privacy and safty of all four passanger of all four seats.
