Bajaj has revamped its total discover range with the features and design cues last shown in Auto Expo in New Delhi. It now gets an all new aggressive front fairing, race bred tank mounted spoilers with integrated indicators. The new discover also gets new digital console like its bigger sister Pulsar with an anlogue tachometer flanked by a digital speedometer and odometer.
The 135cc engine remains unchanged with maximum power of 13.1PS at 8500rpm and a maximum torque of 11.88Nm at 6500rpm. These are better figures than the discontinued 135cc Hero Honda’s Ambition. Similar to Bajaj’s other offerings, Discover 135cc engine features proven TRICS, DTSi and ExhausTEC technologies which make them special. Transmission continues to be through the same four-speed gearbox.
New features added in Discover 135:
1) Racer breed tank mounted spoilers with integrated indicators 2) Striking new dual tone graphics 3) Digital speedometer with tachometer and reserve fuel indicator 4) All new aggressive front fairing 5) Nitrox Suspension & front disc brake (Sports version only) 6) Wider rear tyre and racing wheel stripes (Sports version only)
The Porsche GT9 by 9ff looks fast. The front end is borrowed from a 911 GT3, although the rest of the chassis is unique, and has been constructed using strong yet lightweight carbon and kevlar fibre. With its low roof, the car is only 1.18 metres tall, while an extreme bodykit practically scrapes the road surface. Both features are crucial to help achieve the 254mph top speed – 1mph higher than a Veyron!
Under the bonnet, the GT9’s engine is sourced from the 996-generation Porsche 911 Turbo. Reworked turbos, dry sump lubrication and a gold-finished induction plate boost power to 973bhp and torque to 964Nm. And as the car weighs only 1,326kg, it should cover 0-60mph in 3.4 seconds.
The Apache RTR 160 has been upgraded with visual changes like the Apache Fi and becomes Apache RTR 160 Refresh. It features a naked chain cover, rear disk brake, tank cowl like in the Bajaj Pulsar 200 and a serrated design stickers (instead of the striped ones found on the RTR 160) which runs across the length of the bike.
It is powered by a 159.7cc engine which develops maximum power of 15.2bhp at 8500 rpm and a peak torque of 13.1Nm at 6000 rpm. The new engine is not just an overbore of the Apache’s 150cc engine. The engine’s stroke was cut down to 52.9 mm and then the bore grew to 62 mm.
Maruti has launched new model of its aging car 800. The car comes only in the A/C version and will cost Rs. 52,00 over the regular 800 A/C model which is priced at Rs 2,11,176 Ex-Showroom Delhi. Maruti has already started dispatching the car which would come only in the A/C variant to its nationwide dealers since yesterday. The car comes with a range of new features such as body graphics, all new beige upholstery, trendy door trims with fabric inserts, smart lower console box, rear package tray, stylish dome decals to attract young consumers. The company hopes to boost Maruti 800 sales which have been going down steadily. So far in April to June the company has sold 16,649 units of 800 down from 17,994 units for the same period last year, down by 7.47 percent.
Harley-Davidson, the cult american bike manufacturer has launched two brand new bikes for 2009 alongwith revisions in the existing model range. The new VRSCF V-Rod muscle is based on the past VR series but has a new rear fender design, dual side exhasut pipes along with revised bodywork to accomodate the fat 240 mm rear tire.
The second new model is a trike christened the Tri Glide, which comes with air suspension at the back and a new rear differential. With Tri Glide, H-D wants to capture the growing trend for these motorcycles in the USA. The revisions for the exisiting models include new revised, stiffer frame for the 2009 touring range. The new Duna and Sportster models feature a new front fender which follows the profile of the front tire more closely, thereby improving looks.
Ferrari and Lamborghini have tried to push exotic-branded tech with limited success, and now the latest offering from Bentley and Ego Lifestyle takes a bolder step towards brand-whoring. The new Bentley laptop attempts to class up the notebook computer business with rich leather and hand-sewn cross stitching that comes directly from the storied brand’s seats.
Further connection between notebook and luxury vehicle comes from the use of a Bentley door handle that has been converted for computer carrying duty, and the laptop is supposedly “hand-built” just like the cars. Besides looking like a cross between a Coach hand bag and a George Foreman Grille, it also has sub-standard hardware specs as well. Oh, and it’ll cost you a cool £10,000 to live the life of a poseur, too.
the 2009 Audi R8 is sold out and that there is a waiting list of more than 18 months for the German automaker’s performance flagship, according to Audi of America spokesman Christian Bokich. The 2009 Audi R8 is priced $3,500 higher than the outgoing model, Audi announced on Monday. The 2009 Audi R8 Quattro manual starts at $113,700, including a $1,200 destination charge. The 2009 Audi R8 Quattro R tronic is priced at $122,700, including shipping. The destination charge on the Audi R8 increased by $200. Destination charges on other ‘09 Audi models increased from $775 to $825.
