Daihatsu A-Concept, will it be Toyota’s sub-Liva hatch for India?

     Daihatsu has unveiled a new small car concept named A-Concept at the 2011 Indonesian International Motor Show. Since Daihatsu is a sister company of Toyota, can we expect it to launch A-Concept in India below the Etios Liva?

     Toyota had expressed its concern to have a small car in India below the Etios Liva at the time of its launch. Toyota also said it is looking to have a sedan above Etios and a compact SUV for Indian market.

     As seen from the picture, the Daihatsu A-Concept looks pretty good with its futuristic design. With its small dimensions it could be a perfect recipe for Toyota to launch it below Etios Liva. Do you people think so? Your comments are welcome. 

Scoop: Honda releases 2012 Honda CR-V picture

     Honda has released the picture of the next generation CR-V. We in our earlier posts had posted some spy picture of the vehicle being testing in US. From the picture, the vehicle bears a typical Honda styling of ‘space age vehicles’.


     The main domain of the 4th generation CR-V seen in the picture is the smoked headlamps, prominent front skid plate, gargantuan wheels, and polished black lower trim. Though the rear end of the new CR-V looks bulky, it looks pretty good from the front 2/3rd angle.

     

New Maruti Swift launch on 17th August

     Maruti Suzuki will launch the new Swift of 17th of August 2011. The company has already started bookings for the new Swift. The new Swift will be priced slightly more than the current model.


     With the launch of the new Swift, an era of 2nd generation Swift will start in India. Swift has been highly successful car in India with over 10 lakh vehicles sold since it was launched in 2005. The muscular look and a brilliant engine did the trick for apprehensive Maruti Suzuki which was slowly losing its share to the new car launches.

     The new Swift sports some new features which make it unmatched value for money, of course if the price hike is minimal. The new features have been carried from the International Swift which are - Push button start, Electric operated outside rear view mirrors, Electric folding rear view mirrors, USB, Aux port, Bluetooth connectivity, Steering mounted audio controls, Climate control, 15-inch wheels, Rear wiper washer demister, Xenon headlights and Sunroof (Optional). A 4 speed automatic variant is also on the cards, though it will be only in the petrol Swift. A new ZDi variant will also be launched which was not present in the earlier swift.

Scoop: New Maruti small car spied

     Thanks to Autocarindia for the spy picture of the new Maruti small car. We believe, the new Maruti small car was spied being tested near the Gurgaon factory.

     From the picture it is seen that the overall architecture of the new Maruti small car resembles that of the M800. Since the company discontinued the legendary M800, it has been working on its successor which could be priced close to Rs. 2 lakh to compete against the Tata Nano.It will be launched next year and its presence in the Auto Expo 2012 cannot be ruled out. 

     The new Maruti small car is built on the Alto platform and will be powered by the same 796cc Alto engine. The small car has been developed in-house in keeping the Indian conditions in mind.

     As seen from the spy picture, the car will get wraparound head lamps and the grill looks to be redesigned of Alto’s. The car looks to be taller the M800 and over all we feel the car looks to be a mixture of Wagon R and Alto. What are your opinions?

Ford to unveil Focus sedan at Auto Expo 2012

     Auto Expo 2012 will be a much bigger event compared to the earlier Auto Shows in India. Many car companies are lining up their new launches at the Auto Expo 2012 which will be held in January 2012 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

     The Ford Focus sedan is one of the vehicles which will be unveiled for the first time in India. Ford has already started testing the Focus sedan on Indian soil. The spy pictures of the Focus sedan testing in India has come up in the net. The Focus sedan will be positioned above the All new Fiesta and will be priced around Rs. 15 to 17 lakh. It will take on the new VW Jetta, new Sonata, Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda Civic, Renault Fluence and Chevrolet Cruze in the segment.

2012 Fiat Panda spied, will it come to India?

     The next generation Fiat Panda was spied testing in Italy. In our earlier post we had showed you some patent drawings of the 2012 Fiat Panda.


     The new Panda is has a streamlined appearance with a rounded hood, a wider grill, swept back headlights, larger air intake, a sloping roofline and a minimalist interior.


     The new Panda will debut in Frankfurt Motor Show in September this year. What is more interesting is weather the new Panda will make it to India. Fiat has announced that it is looking for a small car below Palio/Punto for India. We guess the Panda will be the perfect vehicle for India if priced around Rs. 4 lakh. With the new twin cylinder ‘Multiair’ engine, Fiat has a great chance to come back in the Indian market.

Source: Worldcarfans

Ferrari announces its international design contest winner

     Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari has officially announced the winner of its international design contest. The Eternità concept designed by students from South Korea’s Hongik University has won the contest beating students from IED Turin and RCA London in a close encounter.


     The Eternità concept is a futuristic roadster with aerodynamic styling, a wraparound windscreen and aggressive side skirts. The concepts from IED Turin and RCA London were Xezri and Cavallo Bianco concepts.

     Ferrari chairman Luca di Montezemolo applauded the passion and commitment of the youngsters who took part in the competition and was overwhelmed by the talent shown by them. He also said that the suggestion from these students would come to light in the future Ferraris.

Source: Worldcarfans