Skoda India has launched its latest invent “Skoda Rapid” residing in the C-Segment. Skoda Rapid incorporates the same engine as added in VW Vento i.e. 1.6L petrol/diesel added with dual transmission modes (Auto/Manual).

Skoda Rapid comes in both petrol as well as the diesel variants. The diesel Skoda Rapid is powered with 1.6 litre of TDi with 1598 cc displacement unit that produces 105 PS of power along with 250 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the petrol variant of Skoda Rapid comes with 1.6 litre-1598 cc of MPI unit, which churns out 105 PS of power together with 153 Nm of torque.

Skoda Rapid comes in 8 versions with automatic/manual transmission options. Skoda Rapid price is Rs 6.75 lakh for the base variant-Skoda Rapid Active and Rs.9.20 lakh for the highend diesel variant Skoda Rapid 1.6 TDI Elegance.

Toyota has launched a new hybrid car in Japan that is aimed at the Honda Fit. The hybrid is called the Toyota Aqua in Japan and when it makes its way to the US the hybrid will be called the Prius C. The Toyota Prius C concept debuted last January at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show, showcasing a “value-oriented” hybrid bound for U.S. showrooms in 2012, said Toyota at the time.

The Aqua is powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine producing 74 hp, and mated to a 45 kW electric motor. Combined output is exactly 100 hp, which is enough to push it to 100 km/h (62mph) in 10.7 seconds in combination with its CVT gearbox. Toyota said the Aqua has a fuel efficiency of 83 miles per gallon on Japan’s JC08 test cycle and 94 mpg on the official 10-15 test cycle.

In Japan, Toyota’s TRD performance division introduced sporty versions of the Aqua. The Aqua TRD features an aero body kit with front spoiler, side skirts, roof spoiler and rear apron/diffuser. Hardware upgrades are limited to lowering springs, stiffer shocks, larger alloy wheels and chrome exhaust pipes.

Toyota said the Aqua will be offered in Japan in three grades — L, S and G — with the hybrid topping out at the U.S. equivalent of $23,756.

Toyota Aqua Photos

Samsung mobiles introduced Samsung Galaxy Y S5360 in August 2011. And the model become a hot cake in the mobile market. Samsung Galaxy Y S5360 is an Android phone equipped with Android OS, v2.3.5 (Gingerbread). Those who are looking for an entry level Android  phone, this is the best one for you.

A large TFT screen with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels forms the face of this mobile. A 2 megapixel camera present on the Galaxy Y from Samsung is loaded with 2x zoom.

Skoda showcased their small city car, the Citigo last month at the Frankfurt motor show. The company has now announced that they have started series production of the Citigo.

The new small car is a crucial model for Skoda as they are entering a new sector and must get everything right to secure its position in the small car market.

Photos of Skoda Citigo

Engine wise, a pair of 999cc three-pot petrols are available at launch. There’s a 99mph, 59bhp 1.0-litre petrol that produces 62.8mpg and another 74bhp, 70lb ft effort that gets the Citigo to 106mph and produces 108g/km CO2. The car is 3.56 meters long, 1.65 meters wide and 1.48 meters tall. Skoda has integrated Head-Thorax side airbags to protect the heads of the front passengers in the event of a crash. The Citigo also comes with Bosch’s new Long-range Radar Sensor to help prevent collisions below 30 km/h. The car will be made available in its home market of the Czech Republic by the end of this year. The three door version of the Citigo will be available as of this year and the five door version will debut early next year in 2012.

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