Wednesday, October 15th, 2008
Tata launched its two commercial vehicles at the beginning of this year, Tata Magic and Tata Winger, priced at Rs. 2.6 lakh and Rs. 4.7 lakh (Ex-showroom), respectively. Magic is basically a passenger version of Tata Ace to address the needs of the rural and urban passenger segment.
Winger is more popular and looks more like a version of the Renault panel van, Traffic. Dilip Chhabaria, India’s leading auto designer, has found Winger to be an attractive automobile. He now plans to modify Winger and plans to sell at least 300-400 Winger vans this year. It is a 9-13 seater passenger vehicle with front facing seats that have options like bottle holders, spot lamps, magazine pockets, etc.
The newly designed Tata Winger will cost Rs 27 lakh. The owner shall get an executive board room on wheels. It will be a completely luxurious vehicle addressing the corporate needs. It will be fitted with LCD screens, Wi-Fi, AV entertainment, etc. Highly ostensible interiors and latest technologically advanced gadgets have always been a part of DC designs and they shall accompany the newly designed model too. It adheres to BS-III norms and comes with 1.5 lakh/ 18 month warranty.
[Via: cartradeindia]
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Wednesday, October 15th, 2008
Volkswagen ’s commercial vehicles division is considering the possibility of bringing the Caddy to the Indian market. The VW Caddy is a basic, multi-purpose van that’s used as a taxi in various parts of the world. The vehicle is available in various seating configurations.
VW’s commercial vehicles arm is looking at tying up with an Indian partner for setting up a new joint venture business in the country. According to reports in the media, the company is already in talks with some potential partners, and a decision is likely to be taken in the next few weeks.
[Via: indiaautomotive]
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Friday, September 19th, 2008
2009 Honda Odyssey teased on web Honda japan ….
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Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
Hyundai’s i10 has been a hit in the Indian market and has set the sales chart on fire, literally. Hyundai has made a icecream van out of the i10 in the U.K and it does look quite impressive. Next time Shahrukh Khan might end up saying “Don’t just follow catch the i(ce cream).
[Via: Motorbeam]
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Sunday, May 11th, 2008
Mazda Motor Corporation today announced its newly developed eight-seat minivan, the Mazda Biante, which will go on sale in Japan during summer 2008. The name ‘Biante’ was coined from the English word, ‘ambient,’ to create the impression of a unified interior space that contributes to an enjoyable and comfortable in-car experience for all the vehicle’s occupants. Developed exclusively for the Japanese market, the Biante features best-in-class interior space, distinctive, athletic styling and superior dynamic performance. All of which provides the driver and passengers with a pleasing driving experience.
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Saturday, May 10th, 2008
Hyundai has unveiled the Hyundai i800, which is actually the UK market name for the Hyundai H1 Starex. It will go on sale on the 20th June 2008 onwards for £19,495. The i800 moniker most likely refers to its ability to carry 8 people comfortably with 851 liters of boot space remaining even when all 8 people are on board. Each passenger has their own individually controllable overhead vent. Admittedly it is a minibus-style MPV, but Hyundai says they have tried to give the i800 a more car-like ambiance.
The Hyundai i800 is 5,125mm long, 1,920mm wide and 1,925mm tall, and has a turning circle of 5.61 meters. Under the hood is a 2.5 liter CRDi turbodiesel engine with a variable geometry turbocharger producing 170 PS and 392Nm of torque. Hyundai says with its 75 liter tank filled with diesel, the i800 can achieve more than 900km of mileage.
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