Honda launched new Aviator upgrade

Honda Motorcycle and Scooters India Ltd. (HMSI) has launched updated version of Aviator with new engine of 110cc.it will available in two variant standard and deluxe model. Deluxe model would be priced at rupee Rs. 47,160/- and standard model @ Rs. 42,160/- (ex showroom Delhi).

TVS Flame SR 125 made for India

After a long gap we are again back with a post, where we would like to highlight one of the innovative use of the R&D derived for a specific region and ease of use.

My recent visit to Tamil Nadu gave an insight on the Indian two wheeler industry. I observed a unique trend among the owners that was very innovative that almost 90% of the people having a motorcycle installed a special leather bag over their fuel tank for practical purpose like carrying small things/gadgets.

You can see the images of the same below:

Car AC Care during Summers

Now that the summer is in its full swing and the AC is a necessity while traveling in the car. There are many thing you need to take care of so that you are being cared by your car.

Few steps that you can take for your car AC function properly.

1. When getting inside your car, roll down the windows and drive your car for a minimum of 500 meters without switching your AC on. This lets the hot air that was there in your car while your car was locked, leave your car. Now roll up your car window and start your AC.

2. Start you blower first then switch on the AC as it outlets all the dust that has seep into the AC vents.

3. Get your car serviced regularly.

4. Speed of the blower should also increased gradually.

With these small steps you can enjoy your journey in you lovely car.

Buy and Sell pre owned cars at Chevrolet OK

General Motors India has launched its Chevrolet OK Cars program to buy and sell pre-owned cars. The Chevrolet OK network of outlets is being rolled out nationally in a phased manner and will also buy all popular brands of cars in exchange for the sale of new cars from the Chevrolet stable. The pre-owned program from Chevrolet has since become operational in 9 outlets across 6 cities, with three outlets in Delhi and NCR, two outlets in Mumbai and one each in Pune, Hyderabad, Jalandhar and Ludhiana. The Chevrolet OK program will expand to 30 country-wide outlets by this year-end.

“With Chevrolet-OK Cars, GM India plans to set up a country-wide network of branded, pre-owned car sales outlets to offer our valued customers an experience very similar to buying a new car. The program will offer our customers mechanically and physically sound pre-owned cars, which will first be certified by highly qualified GM India-trained engineers after passing through a system of stringent checks and refurbishment,” P. Balendran, Vice President, GM India, said.

Yamaha’s record sales growth in February 2009

Yamaha Motors India limited has reported a three-fold jump in sales during the month of February with 15,033 units opposed to 5,746 units during the same month previous year.

“We are seeing the year 2009 as a progressive year. YZF-R15 and FZ16 have helped us in the revitalization of Yamaha brand in India and have set sales rolling,” India Yamaha Motor Chief Executive Officer Yukimine Tsuji said in a statement.

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It’s a remarkable achievement for both Yamaha India as well as Indian two-wheeler industry as a whole. With new launches and proper after sales support, Yamaha India has just made a right move in the Indian two-wheeler market for its potential and existing customers.

Suzuki Motorcycle India to invest Rs. 150 Cr in 3 years

Suzuki Motorcycle said on Wednesday that it will invest Rs, 150 crore in expanding its manufacturing capacity by 2012.

Rakesh Kumar, Zonal Head (north and east) of Suzuki Motorcycle India, told that at present, the existing plant at Gurgaon has manufacturing capacity of 175,000 bikes annually and have plans to invest Rs 150 crore in phases to increase the manufacturing capacity to 450,000 bikes annually by 2012.

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What Suzuki is lacking at this point of time is a focus towards its target audience and reaching out to the masses. Suzuki’s performance oriented bikes, during the 2 stroke era, were a biker’s dream for the rush of adrenaline it used to produce. The products are good but they need to be properly placed in the exact audience so that they can take the decision of giving it a shot.

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Honda to introduce beefed-up Accord in March ’09

Honda Car India will be launching its top-of-the-line Honda Accord with the 3.5 Litre V6 engine in the last week of March 2009 in India. The V6 Accord also has the distinction of having of the biggest and one of the most powerful engines on a front wheel drive car.

The powerful i-VTEC motor develops a very healthy 270 bhp which will be detuned for the Indian fuel to around 250 bhp which is still more than enough for some breath-taking performance numbers. It’s unclear whether the engine will feature the Variable Cylinder Management technology(VCM) or not, which switches off 2 or even 3 cylinders on the V6 motor under part throttle or consistent cruise mode to save on fuel, in which case the ‘ECO’ lights up on the instrument panel.

Though there will be no manual option as the engine will be mated to a 5-Speed Automatic Transmission. The V6 model will also feature 17 inch wheels and thicker anti-roll bars to rein in all the extra power.

The V6 version will cost around 1.5 Lakhs more than the 4 Cylinder variant.

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SBI’s stratigic move to freeze loan rates.

State Bank of India on Friday said that it will freeze the interest rates on new car loans at 10 per cent for a year. The bank said that the new rates will be applicable to all customers availing loans between February 23, 2009 and May 31, 2009. After the freeze-period, the rates will be reset at the applicable card rate contracted as on the date of sanction under the respective schemes, the bank said.

Another important thing to remember is that SBI will be the sole booking agent for Tata Nano.

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Mahindra Xylo head to head with Toyota Innova

Mahindra Xylo vs Toyota Innova Specification Comparison

Vehicle	Mahindra Xylo	Toyota Innova
Variant	E8 8S	GX 8S
Engine
Type	4 Cyl, Turbo diesel, mEagle CRDe	4 Cyl, Turbo diesel
Displacement	2498 CC	2494 CC
Max power	112 bhp @ 3800 RPM	102 bhp @ 3600 RPM
Max Torque	24 kgm @ 1800-3000 RPM	20.4 kgm @ 1400-3400 RPM
Suspension
Front	Independent Coil springs, Double Wishbone Type with Anti-roll bar	Double wishbone with stabilizer
Rear	Multi Link coil springs	Multi Link Coil Springs
Tyres	215/75 R15	205/65 R15
Brakes
Front	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear	Drum	Drum
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2760 mm	2750 mm
Width	1850 mm	1770 mm
Length	4520 mm	4580 mm
Height	1895 mm	1755 mm
Ground Clearance	186 mm	176 mm
Turning Radius	5.4 m	5.4 m
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 lit	55 lit
Weight
Kerb weight	1830 Kg	1655 Kg
Gross Weight	2475 Kg	2300 Kg
Features
Exterior
Alloy Wheels	Y	N
Front & Rear Wash/Wipe	Y	Y
Front Fog Lamps	Y	N
Rear fog Lamps	Y	N
ORVM	Body coloured/Electric	Body coloured/Electric
Interior
Clock	Y	Y
Multi Info display	Y	N
Door ajar warning	Y	Y
Seat belt warning	Y	Y
Power outlet	1	2
Seat & Interior Trims
Seat Material	Fabric	Fabric
Seat Height Adjustment	Y	Y
Arm rest For Driver/Passenger	Y	N
Arm rest For Driver/Passenger or second & third row	Y	N
Comfort & Convenience
Rear AC vents	Y	Y
Puddle Lamps on doors	Y	N
Tilt steering	Y	Y
Power Steering	Y	Y
Power windows	Y	Y
Audio System	2 DIN	N
Speakers	6 Nos	4 Nos
Audio control on steering	N	Y
Keyless Entry	Y	N
Parking Sensor	Y	N
Illumination Ring	Y	N
Rear Defooger	Y	Y
SAFETY
ABS	N	N
Airbags	N	N
Immobilizer	Y	Y
PRICE	Rs 7,54,200	Rs. 9,42,076

Swift breaks all records

Maruti Swift recently crossed the 300,000 unit cumulative domestic sales mark within just three years and nine months, making it the fastest selling model in its segment. Launched back in May 2005, the Swift managed to achieve this landmark figure in mid-February 2009.

While the petrol version has been available since the time of the launch, the diesel version powered by Fiat’s 1.3-litre Multijet engine was launched in January 2007. According to Maruti, the diesel version contributes to about 60 percent of total sales, with the balance coming from the 1.3-litre petrol version. In the current financial year, the Swift has sold 91,288 units (April 2008 to January 2009), against 71,113 units last year, representing a growth of 28 percent.

Demand for the diesel Swift has consistently outstripped supply and Maruti has taken time to ramp up production of the Multijet engine, as well as increase production of the car itself. The record sales figure relates only to the hatchback version of the Swift and does not include its saloon version, the Dzire, which is based on the same platform and has also been selling very strongly.

Rival models such as the Hyundai Santro, that was launched in Sep 1998, took 4 years and 7 months to touch the 3-lakh landmark. While the Tata Indica that was launched in December 1998, took more than 5 years and 3 months to complete the same sales landmark. Even Maruti’s own Alto model, that was launched in Sept 2000, took more than 4 years and 9 months to sell as many cars.

Source – ACI

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