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Dacia Duster Concept - first in Geneva Dacia 2009!

2009-03-02T10:27:00.006-07:00

The first information about the new Dacia Duster Concept, which will be presented in world premiere at Geneva in 2009!Dacia Duster is the first result of collaboration between the Center for Renault Design Central Europe in Bucharest and Renault Design Technocentre in Guyancourt (France).The new car tries to combine several styles: driver cockpit is specific to a sports car, the car interior is

Detroit 2009: Ford reveals 2010 Taurus, party like it's 1986

2009-01-18T01:45:00.002-07:00

Last month, Ford's President of the Americas Mark Fields remarked that it was going to be like 1986 all over again when the 2010 Ford Taurus arrives. The original Taurus that debuted during the Reagan Era was certainly groundbreaking, not only for its aerodynamic design that was unique in the mid-size sedan segment of the day, but also its tremendous value versus the competition. That car went on

Lexus recalling 214,500 GS, IS, and LS models

2009-01-18T01:35:00.000-07:00

Toyota is recalling around 214,500 2006-2008 GS300/350, IS250/350 and LS460/460L sedans over potentially faulty fuel delivery pipes.The Japanese automaker is working with NHTSA on the US recall, which centers around fuel pipes that can corrode, eventually resulting in a leak. The problem reportedly stems from certain ethanol fuels with low moisture content that can lead to rust, occasionally (but

Honda working up factory V-Twin chopper

2008-12-06T12:26:00.002-07:00

Honda may be a bit behind the latest two-wheeled trends with its upcoming factory chopper motorcycle. The raked-out style had its heyday a couple of years ago with more functional styles making a big comeback as of late, but there is still a market for long, low bikes with fat rear rubber. Just ask Harley and Victory. Interestingly, Honda's production Fury chopper reportedly uses a rather small

2010 Ford Fusion revealed with new face, new engines and new six-speed transmission

2008-11-03T02:36:00.009-07:00

We love mid-size sedans if for no other reason than buyers benefit from the incredibly high level of competition between each player in the segment, and Ford's just-revealed 2010 Fusion appears ready to compete. We only have one image, but it shows the Fusion's new face with an even bigger three-bar grille, nicely contoured hood, angry-eye headlights and a sharply redesigned lower bumper. There's

Carbon Motors releases first video of E7 cop car and in-car gadgets

2008-10-16T01:44:00.003-07:00

Law enforcement officers have more reasons to be excited with Carbon Motors release of a few more images and a video of its purpose-built Police car. The E7, as it is currently known, looks to be much more capable than the thousands of Crown Vics, Impalas and Chargers currently roaming our streets due to its rather amazing list of specifications and gadgetry. Included are a diesel engine capable

Ford Ka Unveiled - Fords small car

2008-08-05T09:35:00.005-07:00

Well, here it is. Ford has officially revealed its all new Ka. Ford will debut the small car in the Paris Motor Show in October. This car is like a mini version of the Fiesta hatch. Is this the car that is told to be Fords small car for India? Lets find out!Ford has earlier said that a developed version of the Ford Ka will be Fords next car.The actual idea is to make a car that fulfils the

Toyota Prius Hybrid - Coming!

2008-08-05T07:11:00.002-07:00

Toyota, which is currently running on poor sales as they have no new car available that can liberate sales. Toyota will start off with the new Toyota Corolla sedan soon. Toyota, on seeing Honda launching the Honda Civic hybrid, plans to bring the famous Prius hybrid sedan. This step has been taken as an answer to the high fuel prices and to support the "eco-friendly" tag."We are preparing to

2010 Chevrolet Optra Spied/Illustration

2008-08-03T08:04:00.004-07:00

Here! one of the 2 most clear photos that have been sensationalized in the Internet. It is said that this car, called the Chevrolet Cruze will replace the Chevrolet Cobalt in other countries and will replace the Optra in India. Because of its looks i had my eyes opened wide! The car was so delicious to gobble it down. The car will hit the European market in the year 2009, er.. i.e, next year.When

Tata Nano Diesel - In Plans

2008-07-15T00:04:00.003-07:00

3 more months from now(July) is the month when many people will be anxiously waiting and for some people, there might be a problem. The Tata Nano will be launched in October this year. The Nano petrol will also be accompanied by a Diesel engine that will be launched in 2009, that will add to more sales and congestion. Looking at the rise in fuel prices, this move could prove worthy to the people

All New Facelifted Ford Fiesta

2008-06-21T03:42:00.003-07:00

A few days ago, Ford launched the face-lifted Fiesta to encounter some serious sales as the figures were lowering day to day. Why was that? the most possible answer is that the Fiesta was told to be a drivers car, while the Aveo got away with the looks and interiors, the City stole the brand image and the refined engine and the SX4 got away with almost everything. That is why minor changes were

Yamaha YZF R15 launched - Images, Specs

2008-06-15T03:48:00.005-07:00

Had to do some travelling lately.. 12th June that was when the much awaited, much wanted and much talked bike, the Yamaha Yzf R15 was launched. During my travel, i saw a bike, a bike that was new, that was rare and demanded an expression to express the enthusiast in yourself, when it came a little closer with quite a speed, i was like "wow!! an R1", and then when it passed by i was like "hey,

2009 Honda City Pictures - Spied

2008-06-06T20:06:00.002-07:00

Well, there it is.. the all new Honda City, er.. spy pictures. All thanks to the guys at Team Bhp. The car is indeed a young one of the elder Civic. The new Honda City was expected to be unveiled in August 08, and will make it to India by the end of the year or next year. Engines and output are still not confirmed. A hybrid version of this may also be considered later. Honda might think of

Tata Nano Airbags to Cost Rs 400 only!

2008-05-27T00:32:00.002-07:00

The manufacturers of the Worlds cheapest car (Tata Nano), Tata Motors has another idea on making the cheapest car more safe. Obviously keeping the low cost car tag in mind. How? They will be taking help from the automotive safety component maker Autoliv IFB India in making the cheapest airbag available till now. The Nano is likely to have two frontal airbags for the high-end variants. The

Proton Might Make It To India

2008-05-20T07:39:00.003-07:00

After months of waiting, it seems like Proton is heading for India finally. The Malaysian car manufacturer, who had been involved in failed talks with India’s Sonalika Group and car major Hindustan Motors, is said to be now looking at separate manufacturing and marketing distribution pacts. According to a report, the Malaysian major is in talks with Argentum Motors for getting its vehicles

Maruti Hikes Product Prices

2008-05-20T03:47:00.002-07:00

The country's largest car maker Maruti-Suzuki India who has cars in most segment has hiked the prices of their products due to increasing input costs, steel being the major cause. The hiked prices range from Rs 1,000 to Rs 18,000. The recently launched Swift Dzire, which is a sedan version of the Swift was increased by Rs 18,000. The Dzire was launched last month with an introductory price of

Tata Motors Signed 10M $ Contest - Super Fuel Efficient

2008-05-20T03:11:00.002-07:00

When the Tata Nano was on the drawing board, the engineers had to create a car that will fit the price, appeal to the customers, impressive design and a car of high Fuel Efficiency and Safety. This proves how much Tata Motors can do, making the world's cheapest car. We heard news of Tata creating an electric car too. After all these Tata Motors, has entered in an automotive contest, where Tata

TVS Apache RTR 160 FI - Launching soon!

2008-05-18T04:00:00.004-07:00

It has been a long time since TVS had unveiled the Apache RTR 160's Fuel Injected version. By the pictures, sources and commercial video, we can say that the time is quite near. The Apache RTR 160 FI was showcased in the Delhi auto show. The maximum output of the RTR160 FI is said to be 15.1 bhp @ 8500 rpm and torque of 13.1Nm at 6500rpm. Watch these 2 commercials of the RTR160 FI here "the fast

All New Mahindra-Renault Logan - Customize It!

2008-05-18T03:26:00.018-07:00

"The all new customized Logan enhances the sporty & vibrant expression of your wide bodied car- The Mahindra Renault Logan". This is one of Mahindra's steps to modify the looks from the dull looking one to a more cheerful one. The booking are open now at mahindra's customization site. (link below, at the end of the post).The Logan is given an upgraded body kit from the usual stock.Some of the

Chennai To Get Parking Meters Soon!

2008-05-17T04:04:00.002-07:00

Chennai is finally going to get parking meters to regulate street parking. A pilot scheme has been proposed on a 1km stretch in Pondy Bazaar. The meters will be placed every 100 meters along parking lots. This system is very successful and is still running in one of Bangalore famous and most visited road - Brigade Road.People who park their cars in these parking areas have to pay the rent for

Ferrari California To Be Unveiled In The Paris Auto Show

2008-05-16T19:30:00.005-07:00

Just when people were ready to wait for the Paris Auto Show 2008 for the release, the Italian sports car maker Ferrari had released the press photo of the rumored "baby Ferrari" or "Ferrari California" before the official release. As you can see, the Ferrari California is mechanically related to the Maserati GranTurismo and the Alfa Romeo 8C, well the reason is that Ferrari, Maserati & Alfa Romeo

Hyundai Motors To Launch 1.5Lakh Car

2008-05-16T17:59:00.002-07:00

A segment, 4 years later will be full of choices. By 2012, many manufacturers of cars, as well as bikes will be launching its low cost cars in India including Tata, Nissan, Bajaj, Honda, Chevrolet and now even Hyundai motors. Hyundai Motors unveiled their plans to roll out the low cost car by 2012 which will cost almost 3500 USD, which is about 1.5L in Indian Rupees. Hyundai motors Managing

Tata Indica V2 Xeta LPG Launched

2008-05-16T08:11:00.002-07:00

The automotive industry's most happening news launcher and one of India's largest car maker Tata Motors, which recently bought Jaguar and LR and made the debut of the worlds cheapest car launched the Indica V2 Xeta's LPG version, which will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by almost 10%. This model will be equipped with a dual fuel type - LPG & Petrol will run on the same car. The Indica Xeta was

Rumor: Volkswagen's First Bike

2008-05-15T04:18:00.003-07:00

German giant gets in the saddle as it plans first-ever motorcycle. Car giant Volkswagen is getting on its bike to produce this: its first-ever motorcycle.It’s not only the bike market VW is looking to muscle in on: it sees potential in three wheels, too The company is set to team up with Austrian motorbike manufacturer KTM to develop the two-wheeler. And our picture shows how the new machine is

Honda To Produce Small Car In Rajasthan Unit

2008-05-14T20:30:00.003-07:00

Automobile major, Honda Motors Cos Indian arm, Honda Siel Cars India Ltd, said it was looking at introducing a small car in the Indian market from its upcoming Rajasthan unit in two years time, a top company official said. "We plan to enter the small car market, which will be manufactured at our new unit coming up in Rajasthan in two years time," Honda Siel Cars India's President and CEO,