Hero Honda to launch 14 new products in the next 18 months

     Hero Honda is surely feeling the heat in the 2 wheeler commuter segemnt. The launch of new bikes from rivals namely Bajaj and Honda has made difficult for Hero Honda which once dominated the Indian 2 wheeler industry. The company is planning to launch 14 new products in the next 18 months. The new products will be 4 new launches with 4 major and 5 minor variants.

Mercedes Benz A Class coming to India

     German luxury car maker Mercedes Benz is planning to launch its small hatchback A Class in India in near future. Mercedes Benz has been closely following the Indian market for quiet a long time and since the demand for expensive small hatch in India is remote, A Class could not find its place here earlier. But things has been changing over years in India and Mercedes does think so.



     Rivals, Audi and BMW are also thinking of launching their super mini cars A1 and Mini respectively. Now with the luxury segment getting hot, Mercedes surely want to dominate among its competitors.

     The A Class is expected to be priced between Rs 16 to 20 lakh in India.

Next Generation Renault Clio heading for India

     Renault is eying to launch the next generation of its highly popular Clio in India by late 2011. The Clio is based on the same Nissan ‘V’ platform and will be manufactured at Renault-Nissan’s Chennai plant.

Mahindra Xylo 4x4 spied

Mahindra Xylo All Wheel Drive was spied at Mahindra Great Escape event that concluded recently in Khimsar, Rajasthan. The vehicle is undergoing final testing and will soon launched in the Indian Market. Xylo will be the first MPV with 4x4 drive to be launched in India .

The Xylo 4x4 uses an advanced version of the Borg & Warner system. The 4wd system finds ways to provide maximum road grip and stability rather than off-roading traits.