The next generation Mitsubishi EVO will be a hybrid!

     Mitsubishi EVO being a sedan is not just an everyday car. It is the car with full of adrenaline, and no doubt has won many cross-country rallies. It is one of the powerful four wheel drive saloons in the world and is known for its lighting speed and nimble reflexes.

     The next generation EVO series will have a hybrid technology powering it. The car will feature a diesel-electric hybrid technology and is likely to make the world debut in 2014.

     Mitsubishi will find it hard to keep up the reputation of EVO with a hybrid powertrain. The company has already started developing the powertrain which will basically consist of a diesel engine coupled to an electric motor. Having to keep the same zeal, we guess Mitsubishi have to fit in a powerful diesel engine with a high kilowatt motor in the EVO hybrid. The way automotive world is heading in terms of technology and innovation, the Mitsubishi EVO is the latest one. 

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Bajaj Auto to unveil new Pulsar in December 2012

     The Pulsar is the house hold name in India and it is the bike which changed the fortunes of Bajaj Auto Ltd. When launch the Pulsar caught lot of attention by youth with its muscular design and powerful engine. Since its launch the Pulsar has undergone numerous changes, first it was Pulsar 150, then 180 and later on 200 and 220cc variants. The latest one to add is the Bajaj Pulsar 135LS which has style, performance and yet affordable.


     Bajaj Auto will unveil the new Pulsar (can we call it the next generation Pulsar) in December this year. The new Pulsar will be built on a new platform expected to be that of the KTMs. The new Pulsar might also feature the latest technologies from the KTM motorcycles, which later on will be transferred to commuter bikes such as the Discovery series.

     Then new Pulsar will be launched in January next year, probably at the Auto Expo 2012. Expect the new Pulsar to be more powerful and performance oriented as compared to the current one. Finally Bajaj Auto is attempting to rival the Japanese in terms of power and performance in a segment which it once dominated.

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Land Rover to make current Defender till 2017

     Land Rover recently showed two concepts of the next generation Defender named DC100 at the recent Frankfurt Motor Show. According to the sources the next generation Defender will make its appearance on the road in next 4 years. Having said this Land Rover has maintained that the current Defender which dates back to the original Land Rover series launched in 1948 will not be discontinued any time soon. The current Defender will be made and sold till 2017 or perhaps more than that.


     The Land Rover Defender is an iconic SUV which changed the world of offroading. The Defender has been a major part of the British army and even today the Defender is supposed to be one of the best offroading vehicle.

     
     Souces from Land Rover has said that there are number of changes to the legislation, which means that the current Defender can be keep under production for longer time. The current Defender might not meet the EU6 emission norms in the future, but Land Rover has an option to fit the Defender with company’s 2.2L turbodiesel currently powering the latest generation Land Rovers.

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Maserati SUV to be named Cinqueporte

     Maserati’s new SUV which takes on the likes of Porsche Cayeenes, Audi Q7s, BMW X5s and Range Rovers will be named as Cinqueporte. The company has registered the name ‘Cinqueporte’ in Italy.


     The new SUV from Maserati was showed at the recently concluded Frankfurt Motor Show. The SUV caught huge attention at the motor show. The SUV concept showed at the motor showed has the ‘Kubang’ name which the Maserati has dumped and Cinqueporte will the new name of the SUV now.


     Maserati is known for its Italian design and high performance sports and luxury cars. Cars like GranTurismo, GranCabrio and Quattroporte are highly appreciated cars worldwide. With the launch of Maserati Cinqueporte SUV a new benchmark in high performance SUV will be created for sure.

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Mahindra working on a mini SUV along with Ssangyong

     We had mentioned earlier that Mahindra is developing a mini SUV to be priced under Rs. 4 lakh. We have got more information about the mini SUV which is codenamed as S101 and Mahindra is working on this project along with the Ssangyong Motors of South Korea.


     Mahindra wants its S101 mini-SUV to be an off-roader along with better fuel efficiency; hence the vehicle is being called as ‘Nano SUV’ by some workers at Mahindra’s shop floors. The S101 mini SUV will be powered by a 1-1.2 liter petrol engine and a 1.5 liter diesel engine. Work on the S101 project began a year ago and the vehicle will roll out of the Mahindra’s Chakan plant in 26-28 months.


     The price factor is the major issue as the other mini SUVs in the international markets such as Jeep Wrangler, Nissan Juke and Skoda Yeti are positioned in premium segment. However the S101 will be the first mini SUV under Rs. 4 lakh in India as well as the world over.

     A Team of over 100 engineers are working on the S101 project. The project is in its middle stage with styling and customer research work going on at present. According to the company sources, the S101 will be a monocoque vehicle and the plan is to develop different body sheels for Mahindra and Ssangyong vehicle. It is now evident that like the XUV500 Mahindra is planning to internationally with the S101 mini SUV but with a Ssangyong name.

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Discounts on Cars this Diwali

Ford - October - 2011
Scheme on Ford Cars in October 2011
Ford Figo Petrol - Free Insurance
New Ford Fiesta Petrol - Discount upto Rs. 40,000
Ford Endeavour 4x2 - Rs. 20,000 worth cash discount
** Terms Apply - Dealer Schemes in Delhi on select variants for limited period. Subject to Change with change in schemes.


Toyota - October - 2011
Festival Offers on Toyota Cars
Toyota Etios (Petrol) - Free Insurance + Accessories worth Rs. 5000
Toyota Etios Liva (Petrol) - Free Insurance +Accessories worth Rs. 5000
** Terms Apply - Dealer Schemes in Delhi on select variants for limited period. Subject to Change with change in schemes.


Volkswagen- Best Offers on Volkswagen Cars in October 2011
Volkswagen Polo Petrol (All Models) - Rs. 40,000 worth comprehensive package
Volkswagen Vento Petrol (All Models) - Rs. 35,000worth comprehensive package
Volkswagen Vento Trendline Diesel - Rs. 35,000 worth comprehensive package
Polo Diesel - NIL
Vento Highline Diesel - NIL


Honda - October - 2011
Discount on Honda City in Festival Season of October
Honda City VMT - Rs. 80,000
Honda City VAT(Automatic) - Rs. 80,000
Honda City SMT - Rs. 75,000
Honda City EMT - Rs. 20,000
Honda Accord - Rs. 1,00,000
* Terms Apply - Dealer Schemes in Delhi .Subject to Change with change in schemes . Gift Cheque is applicable only if booking is done through Mycarhelpline.com preferred vendors and delivery taken latest by28th October'11 . Same can also be redeemed as Cash Discount* - *Terms apply


Hyundai - October - 2011
Discounts on Hyundai Cars in Festival Season
Hyundai Santro GL/GLS - Insurance + Rs. 5000
Hyundai I10 Era - Rs. 23,500
Hyundai I10 1.1 Magna - Rs. 23,000 + Loyalty Discount
Hyundai I10 1.2 Magna, Sportz - Rs. 25,000 + Loyalty Discount
Hyundai Accent- Rs. 6,000 + EW + Loyalty Discount
Hyundai I20 Petrol - Rs. 13,400 + Loyalty Discount
* Loyalty Discount is for previous Hyundai customer buying a new Hyundai car and ranges at Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 20,000 on select models and variants
+ Additional Corporate Discount of Rs. 3000 if you work with MNC
* Terms Apply - Dealer Schemes in Delhi .Subject to Change with change in schemes . Gift Cheque is applicable only if booking is done through.


Maruti Suzuki - October - 2011
Discounts on Maruti Cars in Festival Season
Maruti Alto Petrol - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 12,000
Maruti Alto K10 Lxi Petrol - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 10,000
Maruti Alto K10 Vxi Petrol - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 7,000
Maruti Alto LXI CNG only - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 8,000
Maruti Wagon R (Lx, Lxi) - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 14,000
Maruti Wagon R Vxi - Rs. 17,000
Maruti Wagon R CNG - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 8,000
Maruti Zen Petrol - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 25,000
Maruti Zen CNG - Rs. 10,000 worth MGA Music System with MP3 Player + Rs. 25,000
Maruti A Star - Rs. 30,000
Maruti Ritz Petrol - Rs. 15,000
Maruti Sx4 Petrol - Rs. 25,000
Maruti Sx4 CNG - Rs. 20,000
Maruti Eeco - Rs. 5,000
Exchange Discount is Additional on all car and rangesfrom Rs. 15,000- 30,000
+ Additional Corporate Discount of Rs. 3000, if you work with MNC
+ Additional Gift Cheque worth Rs. 1500 if you do a Car Booking through us as a Gesture of thanks for being Mycarhelpline.com preferred customer
Encashment for Music System is available at 75% ofstated price. * - Terms Apply


Tata Motors - September - 2011
Discount Scheme on Tata Cars in coming Festive Season:-
Tata Indica Ev2 - Rs. 12,000 + Exchange Discount
Tata Indica Vista - Rs. 10,000 + Exchange Discount
Tata Indigo Manza - Rs. 15,000 + Exchange Discount
Tata Indigo Cs - Rs. 12,000 + Exchange Discount
Tata Safari - Exchange Discount worth Rs. 12,000
* Terms Apply. Dealer Schemes in Delhi, NCR based on select color, variants. Subject to Change with any change in offer/schemes

Source: Car India Drive

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Premier Rio petrol introduced in Indian Market

     After the launch of diesel version, Premier Automobiles Ltd. has launched a petrol version of its mini-SUV Rio in India. The Rio petrol powered by a 1173 engine with 77 Bhp of power will be available across major metros and select Tier 2 cities. The Rio petrol starts at Rs. 4.7 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) and is available in GX and GLX variants.

Premier Rio petrol Specifications

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