Audi India introduces Q3 petrol version at Rs 27,37,000

Audi India, the Indian arm of the German luxury car manufacturer Audi has announced the launch of the petrol version of Q3 sports utility vehicle at a price of Rs 27,37,000 (ex-showroom Maharashtra). The new petrol version of the SUV is equipped with a 2 liter petrol engine and is named the Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI Quattro.

BMW India launches revamped X1 SUV

BMW India, the Indian subsidiary of the German luxury car manufacturer BMW has launched a new revamped version of the BMW X1 compact crossover SUV in the Indian auto market. The newly launched version of the car model has been introduced with new features and styling at an entry level price of Rs 27,90,000 (Ex-showroom Delhi).

Mazda and Fiat announce new Alfa Romeo Roadster

Fiat India to roll out three new car models in 2013

Fiat India, the Indian subsidiary of the Italian auto major Fiat is planning to launch three new car models by the end of the year 2013. The new car models to be launched will include the new Punto Abarth performance car.

Exclusive Motors launches Bentley Continental GT Speed in India

Hyundai India announces price hike

Hyundai India has announced a price hike across all its car models by up to Rs 20,878 effective February 1, 2013. The carmaker has attributed the price to the increase in input costs and is among many other auto manufacturers who have hiked car prices due to the same reason.

General Motors India postpones car price hike till Budget 2013

General Motors India, the Indian arm of the American automobile manufacturer General Motors (GM) has announced that it will not implement a price hike before the Budget announcement in February 2013.

Nissan India developing first made-in-India car

Nissan Motor India Private Limited (NMIPL), the Indian subsidiary of the Japanese carmaker Nissan is in the process of enhancing its Research & Development Center at Chennai in order to develop its first 'made-in-India' car. The automaker plans to double the number of engineers at the Center from 2,000 to 4,000.

Detroit Motor Show 2013 concluded

With the most anticipated motor show in the North American continent coming to an end we will now showcase the cars that had everybody talking. From luxury to concept, the Detroit Motor Show was full of some very interesting cars and some hot new launches. Here are a few of the car that got our hearts racing.

Honda joins small SUV market

At the recently conclude Detroit Motor Show, Japanese car maker Honda made a global debut for this concept mini SUV. Known as the Honda Urban SUV Concept, this is a direct entry into the growing demand for smaller SUV and it will compete with cars such as the Duster, EcoSport and Yeti, just to name a few. The dynamic and youthful concept hints at the styling direction of an all-new small SUV slated to launch in Japan by the end of 2013, and hopefully followed by an Indian release in 2014. Honda themselves state that the Urban SUV Concept is intended to provide the basis for a fun-to-drive and fuel-efficient small SUV with aspirational design, flexible packaging and next-generation connectivity targeting active lifestyle customers. The concept showcases clean and sophisticated styling, dynamic character lines and a strong stance, with hidden rear door handles giving the SUV a coupe-like presence. Further details are not known yet but check back here to find out more info.

Honda India to launch Brio VX in April 2013

Honda Cars India, the wholly owned subsidiary of the Japanese carmaker Honda is planning to launch a new variant of the Brio hatchback, namely the Brio VX in India. The new variant of the hatchback is set for a launch in the month of April 2013.

Mazda and Fiat sign agreement for Alfa Romeo production

As part of the joint venture between Japanese carmaker Mazda Motor Corporation and Italian auto major Fiat Group Automobiles, Mazda will undertake production of the new Alfa Romeo open-top two-seater sports car at its manufacturing facility at Hiroshima, Japan. The production of the new sports car will commence in the year 2015.

The new roadster by the Alfa Romeo brand is being developed on the architecture of the Mazda MX-5. Also, as part of the agreement, both carmakers will develop two new roadsters which will feature rear wheel drive and will be differentiated and distinctly styled. These new car models will be equipped with specific proprietary engines.

Fiat plans to implement the latest technological solutions to create a modern interpretation of the classic roadster Alfa Romeo. The Italian carmaker also expects to achieve its stated goals for the Alfa Romeo by the year 2016.

Mazda’s aim through the agreement with Fiat is to improve development and production efficiency as well as create enthusiasm for open-top two-seater sports cars in the global car market.

Maruti Suzuki considers developing first hybrid car

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest car manufacturer is developing India’s first small hybrid car. The carmaker is developing the proposed small car in collaboration with engineers from Suzuki Japan. The hybrid small car will include both electric and petrol options.

The development of the new hybrid car has been confirmed by senior officials of the company who added that the project is at an early developmental stage and that no timeline has been decided for the same. The carmaker is in the process of gauging the viability of launch a electric and petrol hybrid vehicle in the India car market.

According to industry experts, the carmaker has come to realize that a hybrid vehicle would be the way forward in the India car industry. Providing such vehicles at a low cost would be a priority as well as a big challenge for the company.

Lamborghini India launches Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster

Lamborghini India, the Indian arm of the German carmaker Volkswagen Group owned Automobili Lamborghini has launched the open-top luxury sports car Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster in the Indian car market at a price of Rs 4.77 crore (ex-showroom Delhi).

The new roadster by Lamborghini is capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 3 seconds and boasts of a top speed of 350 kilometers per hour.

New E-Class line-up showcased at Detroit

Mercedes Benz India opens new showroom in Delhi

Mercedes Benz India, the Indian arm of the German luxury automaker Mercedes Benz has inaugurated a new 60,000 square feet showroom in the southern part of Delhi with display space of 26 cars. According to the carmaker, the new showroom is stated to be the largest 3S facility luxury car dealership in India with, offering sales, service and spares.

The new facility offers Café-Mercedes, the AMG range of Mercedes Benz cars and Proven Exclusivity, the automaker’s pre owned car business. The AMG range of car models gets a separate floor to themselves.

Commenting about the inauguration of the new showroom, Mercedes-Benz India Managing Director and CEO Mr. Eberhard Kern stated that the company’s objective and driving force is to offer new and unparalleled levels of luxury to Indian consumers.

The opening of the new facility also marks the 15 anniversary of association between the Mercedes-Benz brand and T&T Motors, the dealer for the luxury car brand in India.

Jaguar Land Rover to assemble the XF Luxury sedan in India

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the Tata Motors owned British luxury car brand has announced its plans to assemble a variant of the XF luxury sedan in India. The motive behind the move is to implement competitive pricing for the luxury car model in the Indian luxury car market. Local assembly of the car will enable bring down the price by Rs 12,00,000.

Fiat India opens exclusive dealership in Chennai

Jan 23, 2013

Fiat India, the Indian subsidiary of the Italian automobile manufacturer Fiat has launched its exclusive dealership in Chennai on January 23, 2013. The facility includes a showroom and an art workshop which has been set up by the carmaker to offer committed and service to its customers.

The inauguration was presided over by Mr. Enrico Atanasio MD Fiat India who commented at the occasion stating that the opening of the showroom in Chennai is part of the company’s strategy to capitalize on the potential of the Chennai car market.

The Italian carmaker is currently in the process of setting up its solo dealership network in the Indian car industry and is planning to follow a rapid expansion strategy to increase its presence. The next step for the automaker after setting up the dealership network will be to deliver world class service and after-sales service.

The new showroom will showcase the two existing car models by Fiat, namely the Linea mid-size sedan and the Punto hatchback car model.

Tata Motors to launch Indica Vista D90 on January 28, 2013

Indian automobile manufacturer Tata Motors has announced its plans to unveil the new car Indica Vista D90 on January 28, 2013. The launching session will take place at the Buddh International Circuit near Noida.

BMW 4 Series unveiled