Can you believe it? The Renault Kwid has been on sale in India for two years now! To celebrate the occasion, Renault has introduced the Renault Kwid 02 Anniversary Special Edition. Essentially, it is an accessory pack for the Renault Kwid budget hatchback. Here’s what you need to know: Prices (ex-showroom Delhi): Variant[Read More…]
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What does Tata Motors’ Rs 4,000 crore investment mean for you?
Did you know that Tata Motors, even after 72 years of its inception in 1945, has only captured 5.5 per cent of the market share of passenger vehicles in India? At present, it is the oldest automobile manufacturer in the country and that market share is too low, to say the[Read More…]
Ford EcoSport Facelift: What to expect?
The first-gen Ford EcoSport is all set to start its second innings in India with the upcoming mid-cycle update. Unlike a typical facelift, this updated Ford is touted to come with extensive changes both inside and out. Here’s what we expect out of the India-spec 2018 EcoSport. A Quick Recap The first-gen[Read More…]
GST Rates: Government may reconsider steep levy on Hybrid Cars
The goods and services tax (GST) is being introduced to simplify the current taxation system. However, with the GST council declaring its plans for the automotive industry, things have certainly become more complicated for hybrid cars. The council’s recommendations have left many dumbfounded, considering the administration’s otherwise supportive stand on[Read More…]
Impact of GST on car prices in India
Should you buy a new car now Or after GST is rolled out? India is finally on the verge of having a simplified taxation system. But before the Goods & Service Tax (GST) comes into effect on July 1, 2017 (proposed), and replaces multiple state and central taxes with a[Read More…]
Renault rolls out two new offers to entice prospective Kwid buyers
French carmaker, Renault, has released a couple of new offers on the Kwid. Both offers promise to make the outright deal sweeter for the customer. While one offer promises a low EMI, the other makes the down payment more affordable. Let’s check out both in detail. Low EMI Offer Under[Read More…]
Toyota hikes prices of Innova Crysta and Fortuner
Japanese carmaker Toyota announced that it has revised the price list of two of its most popular cars in India – Innova Crysta and Fortuner. The company said that from May, 2017, prices for the Fortuner SUV and the Innova Crysta MPV have gone up by 2 and 1 per[Read More…]
Launching tomorrow: Toyota Innova Crysta Touring Sport
The name Innova is not an unknown one in the Indian automotive market. It is and has been one of the best people carriers in the country, backed by Toyota’s legendary reliability. In May 2016, the Japanese carmaker launched the Innova Crysta with a choice of two diesel engines and[Read More…]
Five things that could have made the new Maruti Dzire more desirable
The new Dzire, which will launch on May 16, 2017, is wider and more spacious than the outgoing version, although the overall length is still under four metres. Its front design is inspired from the new Swift (expected to launch in India in 2018) and it also looks more proportional than[Read More…]
Maruti Suzuki teases new DZire; to be launched in May
The wait is almost over. After several spy shots and heaps of speculation, Maruti is all set to reveal the new DZire on April 24 with the launch scheduled for next month. The car makes its debut after the Swift bowed in at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, but it will[Read More…]
Mahindra XUV500 gets Android Auto, connected Apps and Ecosense
Good news! If you were planning to put your money down for a new Mahindra XUV500, you will now get even more bang for your buck. The company has confirmed that its 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system has been upgraded to support smartphone linking via Android Auto. The infotainment system continues[Read More…]
Carmakers offer tempting discounts on Verna, Sunny, Grand i10, Duster & more
With most Indian states witnessing scorching summer heat, the carmakers have brought in some respite with lucrative offers. If you are wondering that benefits might be restricted to only low selling cars, that’s not the case this time around. Renault and Nissan are offering discounts and freebies on their entire[Read More…]
Hyundai Launches Eon Sports Edition At Rs 3.88 Lakh
Hyundai India has launched a Sports Edition of its entry-level hatch, Eon, at Rs 3.88 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Featuring cosmetic updates, the Sports Edition is available only with the smaller 0.8-litre engine on the Era+ and Magna+ variants. To add the ‘sporty’ edition touch to the Era+, you’ll have to[Read More…]
Datsun launches special anniversary editions of Go, GO+
Datsun has launched special anniversary editions of its Go hatch and GO+ MPV at Rs 4.19 lakh and Rs 4.90 lakh (both ex-showroom, Delhi prices), respectively. Based on the top-end versions of both the cars, these limited-edition variants feature extensive changes which include sporty body graphics, first-in-segment ambient lighting app[Read More…]
Production-Spec India-bound Tesla Model 3 spied completely undisguised
As the time for the Model 3’s official launch and deliveries approaches, it has been spied completely undisguised in the automaker’s facility. Tesla’s most economical model made its world premiere in April last year with the promise of production and deliveries starting this year. Tesla is entering India soon and[Read More…]
Mahindra introduces Limited Edition Scorpio Adventure
Home-grown automaker Mahindra has introduced the Scorpio Adventure Limited Edition in India. It is available with either a 2WD (two-wheel-drive) or a 4WD (four-wheel-drive) system. While the former is priced at Rs 13.1 lakh, the latter will cost you Rs 14.2 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom Delhi). These prices are around[Read More…]
Tata Tigor launched at Rs 4.7 lakh
Home-grown automaker Tata Motors has launched the Tigor sub-4 metre sedan at a starting price of Rs 4.7 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It shares its underpinnings with the Tiago and comes with an enhanced list of features over the hatchback it is based on. Official bookings for the Tigor went live[Read More…]
Clash of the Tatas: Tigor Vs Zest
Welcome everyone to the battle of the Tatas! This face-off will, in essence, define the fate of two cars which fall in the same segment but are otherwise different. At one end, we have the Tata Zest. Based on the Tata Bolt, the Zest is one of the best overall[Read More…]
Toyota Corolla Altis Vs Hyundai Elantra Vs Skoda Octavia – specs compared
Toyota Motors has given a facelift to its charismatic Corolla Altis. With prices starting at Rs 15.87 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Corolla Altis is decently loaded with comfort and convenient features. Falling in the segment of mostly chauffeur-driven cars, the Toyota sedan carries adequate traits to continue its global legacy.[Read More…]
Honda WR-V launched in India: Prices start at Rs 7.75 Lakh
Honda Cars India has finally launched its debutant sub-4m crossover, the WRV. It is available in just two trims – the base ‘S’ and the range-topping ‘VX’. Following are the Honda WRV price details (ex-showroom, New Delhi): Petrol Honda WRV S: Rs 7.75 Lakh Honda WRV VX: Rs 8.99 Lakh[Read More…]
Honda WRV Variants vs Rival Variants – where do they stand?
The Honda WRV was launched in India today at Rs 7.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Of late, Honda has been struggling to keep up with the fast shifting preferences of Indian buyers. However, after a delay, it finally managed to take a berth in the compact SUV segment with the WRV.[Read More…]
Tata Nexon Vs Ford EcoSport Vs Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza: Spec Comparo
All These Three Sub-4m SUVs Are Based On A Monocoque Chassis And Feature Ground-Up Design. Tata Motors seems all set to dive into the sub-4m SUV segment with the Nexon this year. The Fiesta-based Ford EcoSport, being the only monocoque based product with a flamboyant ground-up design, enjoyed monopoly[Read More…]
Hyundai i10 Discontinued In India
he Humble I10 Served A Decade In Hyundai’s Line-Up In The Country Hyundai has discontinued the first-generation i10 in India. It made its world premiere on October 31st, 2007, in New Delhi, and took charge from the Santro. However, the Santro soldered alongside till 2015, just like the i10[Read More…]
Renault Kwid Climber – First Look
We Meet The Kwid Climber To Find Out If It Looks As Good In Reality As It Does In Images The Renault Kwid’s exterior design has already earned it a mini-SUV status. For the buyers looking for more muscle at an entry-level price, Renault has launched a new variant of[Read More…]
Tata Tiago AMT launched at Rs 5.39 Lakh
Tata Motors has launched the Easy-Shift AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) version of its tantalizing Tiago at Rs 5.39 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and Rs 5.73 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The automatic option will be available only on the top-spec XZA variant of the petrol hatch. The Tata Tiago AMT goes on sale[Read More…]