All new BMW 5 Series (F10) launched in India
BMW today launched its latest model ‘5 Series’ (F10) in India at a ceremony at Hotel Grand Hyatt in Mumbai. The new BMW 5 Series is priced between Rs 38.9 lakh to Rs 58 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai).
The new 5 Series is available in two petrol variants - 535i and 523i and two diesel variants – 530d and 525d. It can be ordered at any BMW dealerships across the country.
Mahindra developing a mini SUV for Indian market
Home grown Mahindra & Mahindra is developing a mini SUV along the sidelines of it Global SUV expected to be launced next year. The mini SUV is being built on the Logan platform and is designed to come under 4m length mark to enjoy the small car benifits.
The engine capacity, of course of the diesel one is kept under 1500cc which is basically the 3 cylinder version of Mahindra's 2.2L mHawk engine with little modifications. A 1.2L petrol engine will be sourced from outside.
The mini SUV will be positioned under Scoropio with a price tag of Rs 6 lakhs. It will directly be pitted against the lone competitor Premier Rio. A mini SUV was all we wanted, and Mahindra is trying to answer us with its new mini SUV.
The engine capacity, of course of the diesel one is kept under 1500cc which is basically the 3 cylinder version of Mahindra's 2.2L mHawk engine with little modifications. A 1.2L petrol engine will be sourced from outside.
The mini SUV will be positioned under Scoropio with a price tag of Rs 6 lakhs. It will directly be pitted against the lone competitor Premier Rio. A mini SUV was all we wanted, and Mahindra is trying to answer us with its new mini SUV.
“App My Ride” VWs Open Innovation Contest
World’s largest automaker Volkswagen AG has announced the details of the contest it is sponsoring called “App My Ride” to create a new software applications to be part of multi-media platform in VW cars. VW aims to create the best of car infotainment systems in the industry.
"Our aim is to invite the international developer community to take part in designing a future system," said VW Group research Chief Prof. Dr Jurgen Leohold.
The inspiration for the project has been from the smart phones and its applications which enable users to access Internet and Social Network from hand held devices.
The "App My Ride" project takes it inspiration from the boom in smart phones and the applications that come with them that drive consumer trends such as social networking and viewing Internet content on hand-held devices.
Cash and non-cash prices of worth upto 14,000 euros are in the offering. There will as be separate price for student participation. The winner will be hosted by VW at a new car presentation in a major auto show later this year.
The inspiration for the project has been from the smart phones and its applications which enable users to access Internet and Social Network from hand held devices.
The "App My Ride" project takes it inspiration from the boom in smart phones and the applications that come with them that drive consumer trends such as social networking and viewing Internet content on hand-held devices.
Cash and non-cash prices of worth upto 14,000 euros are in the offering. There will as be separate price for student participation. The winner will be hosted by VW at a new car presentation in a major auto show later this year.
Kawasaki thinking big for India
Japanese super bike manufacturer Kawasaki is planning to launch more of its products in India. It has re-launched itself in India as India Kawasaki Motors Pvt. Ltd. reconfirming that they have officially re-entered India for some good business.
Currently Kawasaki sells its Ninja 250R model through Bajaj Probiking centers. It aims to sell at least 1000 bikes in a year with the launch of new models. The new models will be assembled as CKDs at Bajaj’s Chakan Plant.
BS4 Innova makes it to the showrooms
Toyota Kirloskar India Ltd has come out with a BS4 complaint Innova for the 13 cities across the country which comes under fuel emission norms. According to the dealers, the engine remains the same but a new intercooler has been added to the turbocharged 2.5 liter common rail diesel engine. Minor changes to the catalytic converter and fine tuning of ECU has been done which has resulted in a slight increase in the performance. The price difference between the BS3 and BS4 Innova is around Rs 25-30,000.
Logan price slashed by up to Rs 80,000
Mahindra & Mahindra, which is the sole owner of Logan now, has slashed the prices of the car by Rs 24,000/- to Rs 80,000 depending up on the variants The price reduction is a move by the company to give its customers a better value for money vehicle.
Last week Mahindra bought 49% stake in the JV from Renault. This gives 100% rights to the company on Logan. Mahindra plans to bring in more models on the present Logan platform.
Logan was successful vehicle when it was launched, but eventually lost its ground due to various reasons. The small car norm of 8% tax was a major setback for the car because it was slightly bigger than the small car dimension. Secondly, for its value for money package, it ended up finally as a good comfortable cab.
However now with full authority on the car, Mahindra is thinking positive and planning to bring in more innovative products from the platform. A chopped boot Logan and a sub 4 meter mini SUV are in the pipeline.
Last week Mahindra bought 49% stake in the JV from Renault. This gives 100% rights to the company on Logan. Mahindra plans to bring in more models on the present Logan platform.
Logan was successful vehicle when it was launched, but eventually lost its ground due to various reasons. The small car norm of 8% tax was a major setback for the car because it was slightly bigger than the small car dimension. Secondly, for its value for money package, it ended up finally as a good comfortable cab.
However now with full authority on the car, Mahindra is thinking positive and planning to bring in more innovative products from the platform. A chopped boot Logan and a sub 4 meter mini SUV are in the pipeline.
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