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Simple One Electric launched for Rs 1.45 Lakhs (Ex - Showroom)

2023-05-26T12:07:00.009+05:30

Simple Energy's Simple One scooter generated a buzz during bookings. It's hitting the roads in phases, starting with Bangalore. Soon, it'll conquer 40-50 cities with its 160-180 retail stores!

What sets the Simple One apart? Well, it flaunts the longest range among electric 2-wheelers in India—212 km! Need speed? It claims to be the fastest in its segment, zooming from 0 to 40 km/hr in just 2.77 seconds. It's got power, torque, and even 4 riding modes (Eco, Ride, Dash, and Sonic) to suit your mood.

Charge up the 5 kWh battery, and you'll be cruising in no time. It charges to 80% in 5 hours and 54 minutes. Plus, with features like Parking Assist, Bluetooth, 4G connectivity, and on-board maps, it's like having a smart scooter buddy!

It comes in cool colors like red, white, blue, and black.

Safety first! Simple Energy teamed up with IIT-Indore to develop a thermal management system, ensuring a smooth ride even during long trips.

It comes with impressive warranties—3 years/30,000 km for the vehicle, motor, and battery. Plus, 1 year/10,000 km for the charger and Simple dock.

Mercedes teased its new electric brand EQ and a electric car

2018-08-28T09:42:00.000+05:30

Mercedes Benz recently teased its upcoming electric crossover and it looks stunning. The carmaker announced that EQ's first model has an official launch date. This short clip posted on twitter shows the vehicle's front end with its LED DRL strips. The full vehicle will be shown in Stockholm on Sept. 4.

.@MercedesBenz is flipping the switch: On September 4th, we will present our first all-#electric #MercedesBenz model of our new product and technology brand EQ. Here’s the very first design detail. Stay tuned!

👉 https://t.co/3Pej7au1Xu #Daimler #switchtoEQ pic.twitter.com/i2aDbcMyQs

— Daimler AG (@Daimler) August 26, 2018

Tesla's upcoming update for Model S/3/X will allow to use the battery while parked

2018-08-16T00:13:00.000+05:30

Elon Musk's latest tweet gave some idea about the upcoming update in model S/3/X. The tweet says that while the car is parked, the energy in the battery can be used for maintaining the air flow & temp, switch on some lights & music and more importantly, powering up the USB ports. The tweet also says that this mode can be active for a minimum of 48 hours which is really good if you are camping or partying.

We’re adding a “party & camper mode” soon to S/3/X, so your car can maintain air flow, temp, selective lights, music & power devices for 48 hours or more while parked. Big batteries rock …
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 31, 2018

Pic courtesy - Bloomberg

2019 India bound Honda Civic revealed

2018-08-15T18:42:00.003+05:30

Honda Civic model was discontinued due to poor response. But this time, Honda is going to bring the new Civic to India and the special note is that it will come with Diesel engines.

The 2019 model is more sportier and feature rich. It has all the features of a premium sedan and you can check out the video. As far as now, the company has only revealed its design and hinted about India launch. Soon we will be sharing all the details of the India bound vehicle once it is official.

2018 Honda Brio - Exterior and Interior Walk through - Exclusive

2018-08-05T00:05:00.001+05:30

More details on the way..

Hyundai Santro has been confirmed for 2018 launch

2018-07-10T13:31:00.002+05:30

There were few leaks in the past but this new rumour looks like not a rumour.

We see news that upcoming Hyundai Santro will be launched for this festive season in India probably in October. We dont have any official news yet.

The new Santro will sit between Eon and Grand i10. The interiors would be much premium and feature rich.

There are lot of chances for the manufacturer to launch Santro with automatic options, internet reports said.

Follow our blog on further updates..

Honda Amaze 2018 bookings open

2018-04-07T14:16:00.000+05:30

The new Honda Amaze looks nothing like the current model. It gets an all-new body which is inspired by the flagship Accord and the Civic design.

Honda will continue to use the current engine options with the new Amaze. There will be a 1.2-litre petrol engine that generates a maximum power of 87 Bhp and 110 Nm. There is a 1.5-litre diesel engine too that generates a maximum power of 98.6 Bhp and peak torque of 200 Nm. Both the engine specifications are same as the current engine output.

However, a major addition will be the CVT automatic transmission that will be offered with the diesel version of the vehicle. The CVT version will also be available with the petrol variant.

Honda will update the interiors with the new infotainment system and new seats too. The price is expected to be around the Rs. 5.5 lakh mark.

Honda dealerships across India has opened bookings for the Amaze at a pre-booking amount of Rs. 21,000. The car will be launched in May, and deliveries will commence from end-May itself.

Jeep Compass Launched at Rs.14.95 Lakh

2017-08-01T03:04:00.004+05:30

The Jeep Compass resembles its bigger and more luxurious sibling, the Grand Cherokee. The Compass also inherits the trapezoidal wheel arches, which can be found on every Jeep product built since the 1940s.

Customers can choose from two powertrain options - the 173 PS, 350 Nm, 2.0-litre MultiJet Turbo Diesel and the 162 PS, 250 Nm, 1.4-Multi-Air Turbo Petrol. The Diesel variant is being offered with the 6-speed manual transmission while the Petrol comes with both options, the 6-speed manual as well as the 7-speed DDCT (Dry Dual Clutch Technology) or Automatic Transmission.

The Compass comes with features such as Electric Parking Brake (EPB), electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control (TC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Hill Ascent Control (HAC), disc brakes on all four wheels, front airbags are all standard safety equipment across the range.

The Jeep Compass will be available with a three-year / 100,000 km manufacturer’s warranty and in addition, a complimentary Road-side Assistance (RSA) package for three (3) years.

Customers can also choose from over 30 accessories developed for the Made in India Jeep Compass, available at all authorized sales and service outlets.

Jeep has launched the all new Compass in India with the base model priced at Rs 14.95 lakh. The price goes all the way up to Rs 20.65 lakh for the top trim. The SUV is locally produced at Fiat's Ranjangaon plant and here are the differences between the five trims.

Sport

The base model of the Compass is the Sport. It is available with both, a petrol and a diesel engine, albeit, only with a six-speed manual transmission. The Sport model gets a 5.0-inch U-Connect infotainment system in the centre. Along with that Dual front airbags, ABS, EBD, traction control are some of the safety features present on the Sport trim of the Compass. Other than his, the Sport variant gets 16-inch steel wheels, halogen headlamps, Power adjust and folding wing mirrors, four-wheel disc brakes and an electric parking brake.

Longitude

Apart from the features on the Sport trim, the Longitude trim comes with, Front cornering fog lamps, Rear fog lamps, 17-inch alloy wheels, Keyless entry and go, Push button start, Rear parking sensors and a Dual-tone interior. The Longitude trim of the Compass is only available with the 2.0-litre MultiJet diesel engine with a six-speed manual transmission.

Longitude (O)

The Longitude (O) variant of the Compass is also only offered with a diesel engine and a six-speed manual transmission. In addition to the features present on lower variants, it gets a 7.0-inch infotainment system from U-Connect, Dual zone climate control, roof rails, projector headlamps and a rear parcel tray.

Limited

The Limited trim of the Compass is available with both, petrol and diesel engines. The petrol is even available with a seven-speed dual clutch automatic transmission in the Limited trim. Apart from that, its gets LED tail-lamps, Rear camera, Grey leather upholstery and steering, Door sill guards, SelecTerrain 4WD system, Dual front, side and curtain airbags.

Limited (O)

In the Limited (O) trim, Jeep is offering HID headlamps and a contrast black roof apart from all the features in other trims.

Jeep has positioned the Compass brilliantly in the market and the pricing and features of all the trims is definitely going to interest a lot of buyers who did not think that a Jeep could fit into their budget.

Jeep Compass - Photo Gallery

2017-07-30T16:52:00.001+05:30

Yamaha Fazer 250 full fairing spied by Thrustzone.com

2017-07-30T13:35:00.001+05:30

More details @ Thrust Zone

Updated: Apache RTR 4V launched at INR 88,990

2016-01-20T17:18:00.000+05:30

TVS Motor has unveiled and launched the all-new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, in an event in Chennai today. The Apache RTR 200 4V is priced at INR 88,990 (carburetor, non-ABS model, ex-Showroom, New Delhi). The ABS model is expected to cost INR 1.07-1.08 lakhs, ex-Showroom, New Delhi when it is launched later this FY.

Engine details:

Powering the Apache RTR 200 is a 197.75 cc 4 valve mono cylinder mill.

Offered in two variants, the engine produces 21 PS of maximum power at 9,000 rpm and 18.1 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm with electronic fuel injected. The carburetted version produces 20.5 PS at the same rpm.
The electronic fuel injection by Bosch is ready to be BSIV compliant.
Mated with a 5 speed gearbox, the bike claims to hit 0 to 60 kmph in 3.9 second and 100 kmph in 11.2 second.
The top speed is claimed to be 127 kmph and 129 kmph.
The engine is cooled by an oil cooler with Ram air assist.

Bike Details :

The bike weighs 148.5 kg (kerb) and has a 12 litre fuel tank.
It sports TVS Remora tubeless tyres with a size of 90/90 R17 in the front and 130/70 R17 in the rear. Pirelli Sport Demons are offered as an optional extra.
Braking duties are administered by a 270 mm petal disc in the front and 240 mm petal unit in the rear. Dual channel ABS is also present as an option with rear lift off protection.
The Apache RTR 200 is also the first product from the manufacturer to sport a race inspired mono suspension in the rear which has been sourced from KYB. The front gets 37 mm telescopic forks.

The length has been registered at 2,050 mm, width of 790 mm and an overall height of 1,015 mm. The wheelbase is claimed to be 1,353 mm.
The ground clearance is a handsome 180 mm and the seat height is 800 mm.
The head lamp gets 60/55 H4 bulb with daytime running LED position lamp.
The all-digital instrumentation gets a trip meter, speedometer, odometer, gear position indicator, lap time recorder, low battery warning, service reminder, a clock and the obvious tacho and fuel level indicator.

Colours:

The bike will be available in a choice of seven paint schemes:

Matte Red
Matte Yellow
Matte White
Matte Black
Matte Grey
Black (gloss)
Black (white)

Source:

http://indianautosblog.com/2016/01/tvs-apache-rtr-200-4v-launched-212203

http://bikeadvice.in/breaking-tvs-unveils-apache-rtr-200-at-rs-88990-most-powerful-tvs-yet/

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V pictures leaked

2016-01-18T18:26:00.000+05:30

Source: http://indianautosblog.com/2016/01/tvs-apache-rtr-200-4v-leaked-211715

Tata Zica spotted undisguised - Exterior and interior pics

2015-11-28T18:41:00.002+05:30

Image Source: Autosarena
Interior pic from Powerdrift

Honda CB Hornet 160 will be officially launched on Dec 10

2015-11-27T23:50:00.000+05:30

The CB Hornet 160R will be the CB Unicorn 160’s more premium cousin, with all-new, slightly upmarket, sportier styling and premium equipment. The 163cc engine on the CB Unicorn 160 is rated to deliver 14.5 bhp of power and 14.61Nm of torque and we expect to see similar power output number, if not more, on the CB Hornet 160.

In terms of design, the CB Hornet 160R will feature Honda’s “Dynamic Mass forward design”, sharply styled headlamp cluster with position lamps, LCD digital instrumentation, petal disc brakes with Honda’s CBS (Combi Braking System), X-shaped LED tail lamp, short exhaust and a wide 140/70-R17 rear tire.

The motorcycle is expected to carry a premium price tag over the CB Unicorn 160. The CB Hornet 160R will compete against the likes of Yamaha FZ-S and the Suzuki Gixxer 155.

Source: Motoroids

Latest SPY PICS OF 2016 TVS APACHE

2015-11-27T02:58:00.000+05:30

Source: http://www.motoroids.com/news/exclusive-upcoming-2016-tvs-apache-spied-up-close-instrument-cluster-revealed/

Next Gen Apache caught during testing in Chennai Highway

2015-11-26T19:22:00.000+05:30

The next generation TVS Apache has been caught testing on the Bangalore-Chennai highway (NH4) by a YouTube user named Suman Stanley. It might be based on the Darken concept that was premiered in 2014 Auto Expo. We dont have clear details on the engine. But Indianautosblog says that it will be powered by an air-cooled single-cylinder 250 cc engine that could produce around 25 PS of maximum power and around 20 Nm of peak torque.

We will have to wait till TVS officially launches the next gen Apache for confirmed details.

TVS releases video of Apache RTR Matte Blue Edition

2015-10-15T12:15:00.000+05:30

Fiat Egea walkaround video

2015-10-15T12:10:00.000+05:30

2016 Bajaj Avenger Street and Cruise models – Spied

2015-10-13T13:28:00.002+05:30

Spy Shots source: Motoroids

Tesla Model X features explained

2015-10-08T13:32:00.001+05:30

Model X is the safest, fastest and most capable sport utility vehicle in history. Standard with all-wheel drive and a 90 kWh battery providing 250 miles of range, Model X has ample seating for seven adults and all of their gear. And it’s ludicrously fast, accelerating from zero to 60 miles per hour in as quick as 3.2 seconds.

Falcon Wings

Falcon Wing doors allow easy access to second and third row seats from even a tight parking space, while traditional SUV doors or Minivan sliding doors would not grant any access.

With only a foot of clearance on either side, Falcon Wing doors articulate smoothly up and out of the way, allowing passengers to enter from both front and rear directions. The side and overhead opening is so large that parents can buckle children in without ducking or straining and without bumping their child's head on the roof.

Everything Fits

Stow everyone's gear in Model X's large front trunk, rear cargo area and under passenger seats. The front trunk is large enough to hold two golf bags and the rear cargo area can easily hold large items like bicycles, skis and snowboards. Hitch mounted accessory carriers hold additional gear. Model X is the first electric vehicle with a 5,000 pound towing capacity.

Big Sky

Model X has the largest all glass panoramic windshield in production, providing an unparalleled view of the stars and sky above. Optimized solar tinting and obstruction-free view creates unlimited visibility for the driver and all passengers.

Seating for Seven + Gear

Model X comfortably seats seven people in three rows. Every seat is the best seat in the house, but the second row seats are a work of art. Mounted on a single post and independently reclining, each second row seat is designed to maximize passenger comfort, legroom, under seat storage and access to the third row. The third row seats fold flat when not in use and the second row seats lean forward and out of the way for even more cargo area.

Source

Bajaj Pulsar 200NS Demon black - Pictures

2015-10-08T13:19:00.000+05:30

Images source - Indianautosblog.com

Renault Kwid variants explained

2015-10-01T22:07:00.001+05:30

The Renault KWID has base variant as Std and gets upgraded with RxE, RxL & RxT.

Renault Kwid Std
This trim of the Renault Kwid has a manual steering, two years corrosion protection warranty, integrated roof spoiler, steel wheels, black bumpers, internal boot and fuel release system, grey upholstery with a single tone dashboard, open glovebox, digital instrument cluster with gearshift indicator and a heater

Renault Kwid RxE
Along with the aforementioned features, the RxE brings along an airconditioner, lockable lower glove box, optional stereo with Bluetooth and handsfree telephony which includes the 12v charging socket, engine immobiliser, foldable back seat, passenger side sun visor, dashboard with a silver satin finish and steel wheels painted in silver.

Renault Kwid RxL
This trim of the Kwid gets body coloured bumpers, wheel covers, B-pillar black applique, black painted steel wheels, tinted glazing, passenger-side ORVM, intense red upholstery, auto on-off cabin light, assist grips for rear passengers, single din audio with Bluetooth and telephony, front speakers and a 12V power socket and electric power steering.

Renault Kwid RxT
The top end of the Kwid gets front fog lamps, chrome contour instrument cluster, leather wrapped steering wheel, optional driver airbag, chrome knobbed air vents, champion red upholstery, on-board trip computer, rear parcel tray, cabin dimming with fade out, media navigation pack, roof mic, remote keyless entry with central locking and front wiper with washer.

Source: FirstPost

Renault Kwid launched at INR 2.56 lakhs

2015-09-24T18:55:00.000+05:30

The Kwid is powered by a 799 cc three-cylinder petrol engine capable of 54 PS at 5,678 rpm and 72 Nm of torque at 4,386 rpm. It is paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox, with an ARAI-rated fuel efficiency of 25.17 km/l. Deliveries of the Kwid will start next month.

The Kwid, based on the CMF-A platform, measures 3,679 mm in length, 1,579 mm in width, 1,478 mm in height and 2,422 mm in wheelbase. It has a ground clearance of 180 mm and a fuel tank capacity of 28 liters.

Renault Kwid prices:
Renault Kwid Std – INR 2,56,968
Renault Kwid RxE – INR 2,88,960
Renault Kwid RxE (O) – INR 2,94,960
Renault Kwid RxL – INR 3,11,664
Renault Kwid RxT – INR 3,44,131
Renault Kwid RxT (O) – INR 3,53,131

Source: Indianautosblog

2015 Ford Figo features explained in 4 min video

2015-09-24T13:30:00.000+05:30

Ford launches the new Figo in India at Rs. 4.3 Lakhs (Ex-showroom Delhi)

2015-09-23T21:09:00.000+05:30

9/23: Today, Ford India launched the new 2015 Ford Figo which has new design, new interiors and new mechanics. The new hatchback measures 3,886 mm in length, 1,695 mm in width and 2,491 mm in wheelbase. The boot space is 257 litres.

The new Figo is powered by both petrol and diesel engines. It comes with a 1.2 litre Ti-VCT and a 1.5 litre petrol engine which produce 87PS/112 Nm torque and 110PS/136 Nm torque respectively. The 1.5 litre petrol variant also get the option of a 6-speed automatic transmission. Where as the diesel mill is 1.5 litre and produces 100PS and 136Nm of peak torque.

The ARAI-rated fuel economy for the 1.2 petrol stands at 18.16 km/l, whereas that for the diesel is rated at 25.83 km/l.

It can be said as one of the safest car in India because it is the first car in the segment to offer 6 airbags. Apart from airbag, the car has ABS + EBD. Additionally the AT variant has ESP, TCS & Hill-Launch Assist.

Indianautosblog comparo
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