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Dhawan on Manifestation, Mindset as He Drops Autobiography

Dhawan on Manifestation, Mindset as He Drops Autobiography

Rediff.com15 Dec 2025

The unveiling, held in association with BMW Deutsche Motoren, HarperCollins, and the Trends Literature Series, highlighted the core pillars of Dhawan's journey.

Wriddhiman Saha Buys A BMW!

Wriddhiman Saha Buys A BMW!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

'From dreaming as a 12 year old to realizing it at the near end of my career, bringing home this BMW is a testament that good things come to those who wait. An emotional moment for me and my family.'

Luxury automakers hike prices up to 3% amid rising costs

Luxury automakers hike prices up to 3% amid rising costs

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Amid mounting inflationary pressures, escalating material costs, and rising operational expenses, luxury carmakers Mercedes-Benz India and BMW India have announced price increases of up to 3 per cent on their entire model ranges effective from January 1, 2025. Mercedes-Benz India will revise ex-showroom prices by Rs 2 lakh to Rs 9 lakh, depending on the model. This adjustment will impact vehicles such as the GLC SUV and the high-end Mercedes-Maybach S 680 limousine.

Want To Buy A Mercedes? A BMW? An Audi?

Want To Buy A Mercedes? A BMW? An Audi?

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

From attractive EMIs to assured buyback guarantees, luxury carmakers have lined up a slew of offers to woo customers this festival season to address dwindling sales amid rising inventories.

Fuel emission relief for small cars leaves industry divided

Fuel emission relief for small cars leaves industry divided

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

A deep split has emerged within India's auto industry over the proposed CAFE exemption for small cars, with only Maruti Suzuki and Renault backing the move in the final SIAM vote.

BMW launches three luxury brands in India

BMW launches three luxury brands in India

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

German luxury car maker BMW on Tuesday launched BMW Gran Turismo, BMW X6M and BMW 760Li and plans to ramp up capacity of its manufacturing plant at Chennai.

Made in India! Sachin Tendulkar launches BMW 7 series, X1

Made in India! Sachin Tendulkar launches BMW 7 series, X1

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

German luxury auto major BMW India has launched its much-anticipated 7 Series and X1, produced at the company's Chennai manufacturing unit.

BMW plans to launch roadster 'Z4' in India

BMW plans to launch roadster 'Z4' in India

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

BMW plans to launch its two-seater roadster 'Z4' in India in October. It has also sought regulatory approval for incorporating a finance subsidiary to serve the credit needs of retail customers, fleet owners and dealers.

BMW to launch 2 new cars in India soon

BMW to launch 2 new cars in India soon

Rediff.com28 Aug 2009

The company has so far witnessed a 14 per cent jump in its sales during January-July period.

The secret behind BMW's success in India

The secret behind BMW's success in India

Rediff.com18 Jan 2011

Within two years of entering the Indian passenger car market in 2007, BMW toppled rival Mercedes-Benz to become the numero uno luxury car maker of the country.

BMW skeptical of launching Mini in India

BMW skeptical of launching Mini in India

Rediff.com9 Jul 2009

Luxury car maker BMW is skeptical of the viability of launching another brand 'Mini' in the country, a company official said.

When Sachin built a BMW!

When Sachin built a BMW!

Rediff.com8 May 2015

Tendulkar helped by the engineers at German-headquartered BMW's Chennai plant tried his hands in assembling a luxury car.

There's something different about BMW's 3 Series Gran Limousine

There's something different about BMW's 3 Series Gran Limousine

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Smooth engine, plush interiors, great suspension that handle dodgy roads with ease, futuristic design elements that have little by way of competition in the market -- it's all there, says Pavan Lall.

Shell deepens India market reach through Raj Petro buy

Shell deepens India market reach through Raj Petro buy

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Global energy giant Shell has acquired Mumbai-based Raj Petro Specialities to deepen its foothold in the world's third biggest lubricants market in the world, a top company official said. Shell, which has already invested over $5 billion in India across the energy value chain -- from LNG import terminals and fuel stations to renewable energy and technology centres -- has acquired 100 per cent equity interest in Raj Petro Specialities Pvt Ltd from Germany's Brenntag Group.

The Jet Set Prefers Luxury Electric Cars

The Jet Set Prefers Luxury Electric Cars

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The share of EVs in the luxury segment rose from 7 per cent in January-May 2024 to 11 per cent during the same period in 2025, marking a 66 per cent growth in the electric luxury segment.

'All of BMW's electric models will come into the Indian market'

'All of BMW's electric models will come into the Indian market'

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

'The global semiconductor shortage has inadvertently provided an immense fillip to the pre-owned car market'

GST Cut: How Much Will States Lose?

GST Cut: How Much Will States Lose?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

Opposition-ruled states warn of steep annual losses; Centre assures higher consumption will offset revenue hit.

The BMW Mini Countryman is here!

The BMW Mini Countryman is here!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

BMW also unveiled its electric car i3s and hybrid vehicle i8 Roadster along with a slew of other top-end models at the Auto Expo 2018.

BMW emerges as top luxury car in India in 2010

BMW emerges as top luxury car in India in 2010

Rediff.com10 Jan 2011

This is the second consecutive year in which BMW has retained leadership position in the luxury car segment in India.

BMW targets sale of over 4,000 units

BMW targets sale of over 4,000 units

Rediff.com30 Apr 2010

BMW India, which unveiled its 6 Generation 5 series model on Friday, plans to sell over 4,000 units across all its series this calendar year, a top company official said.

EV makers hope for festive spark to light up sales

EV makers hope for festive spark to light up sales

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

India may see its busiest EV festive season in 2025 with SUVs, luxury cars and scooters set to launch, but rare-earth supply bottlenecks risk delaying rollouts.

Rs 59-lakh BMW Z4 Roadster now in India

Rs 59-lakh BMW Z4 Roadster now in India

Rediff.com12 Oct 2009

The two-seater sports-car powered by a 2,979 cc petrol engine is being launched as a part of the company's move to strengthen its position in the Indian luxury car segment.

Ajith Kumar crashes in Italy

Ajith Kumar crashes in Italy

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

Superstar Ajith Kumar crashes during GT4 European Series race

BMW hikes capacity of India plant to 5,400 units

BMW hikes capacity of India plant to 5,400 units

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

The company's wholly-owned subsidiary BMW India has a manufacturing facility in Chennai, which had an installed annual production capacity of 3000 units before the addition.

BMW to up Chennai plant capacity

BMW to up Chennai plant capacity

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

German firm BMW will enhance production capacity at its Chennai plant as it eyes sales of over 4,000 units in 2010

BMW to enter auto financing, insurance

BMW to enter auto financing, insurance

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

The German luxury carmarker on Tuesday said it will invest $50 million (about Rs 230 crore) to set up a financial services subsidiary to better serve its customers besides industry as a whole.

BMW starts 'MINI Countryman' production at Chennai plant

BMW starts 'MINI Countryman' production at Chennai plant

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

A year after introducing its popular 'MINI' range of cars in India, luxury car maker BMW has begun the local production of 'MINI Countryman' at the facility in Chennai.

Made in India! BMW launches stunning X5 at Rs 70.9 lakh

Made in India! BMW launches stunning X5 at Rs 70.9 lakh

Rediff.com30 May 2014

Rolled out from its Chennai plant, the all new X5xDrive30d, is around Rs 10 lakh cheaper than the previous imported models.

Decentralise judiciary to deliver justice at litigants' doorstep: CJI

Decentralise judiciary to deliver justice at litigants' doorstep: CJI

Rediff.com25 Jul 2025

CJI Gavai said that as head of the Judicial Infrastructure Committee he had prepared a model of setting up new taluka and district-level courts

BMW will raise car prices in India by up to 3% starting 2016

BMW will raise car prices in India by up to 3% starting 2016

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

BMW plans to launch 15 models during this year, with four brand new models that would be imported from our global centres and the rest will be re-launches.

Tesla Hits Indian Roads But Misses Mass Appeal

Tesla Hits Indian Roads But Misses Mass Appeal

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

Analysts believe Tesla will first focus on building the Model Y brand before expanding -- both in terms of volume and models.

New BMW 330i @ Rs 33.4 lakh

New BMW 330i @ Rs 33.4 lakh

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

The cars are being manufactured in the company's Indian plant and would be available across its 17 dealerships.

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For the first time in history, the luxury car market is poised to cross the sales mark of 50,000 units in 2024, with Mercedes leading the way

How Ratan Tata reacted when govt picked BMW bullet-proof cars over TaMo

How Ratan Tata reacted when govt picked BMW bullet-proof cars over TaMo

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

On another occasion, he recalled, as part of the SPG, he was tasked with the security of the then prime minister Manmohan Singh and assigned the responsibility of escorting Tata from Taj Mansingh Hotel in New Delhi.

Pre-owned car line from BMW soon

Pre-owned car line from BMW soon

Rediff.com29 Nov 2010

The German auto major is also set to double its current production capacity in Chennai to meet the growing demand.

The latest BMW 5 is like Jackie Chan!

The latest BMW 5 is like Jackie Chan!

Rediff.com20 Aug 2021

It has get-up-and-go and is possessed of immense agility, observes Pavan Lall.

Trump's tariffs: Auto part makers hope for 'balanced resolution'

Trump's tariffs: Auto part makers hope for 'balanced resolution'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Auto parts exports from India may see a slight slowdown as US President Donald Trump's 25 per cent tariff could increase car prices for buyers by 8-25 per cent, thereby affecting demand, experts believe.

Make in India, BMW's mantra to cut cost & grab marketshare

Make in India, BMW's mantra to cut cost & grab marketshare

Rediff.com1 May 2018

'Localisation saves a lot of time and cost for them. Keeping an eye on a long-term market, this is the best way these car-makers can build momentum for their brands.'

BMW launches new X3 at Rs 49.9 lakh

BMW launches new X3 at Rs 49.9 lakh

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

German luxury carmaker BMW on Thursday launched the updated version of its sports utility vehicle X3 priced up to Rs 49.9 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

BMW launches new X3 at Rs 49.9 lakh

BMW launches new X3 at Rs 49.9 lakh

Rediff.com28 Aug 2014

German luxury carmaker BMW on Thursday launched the updated version of its sports utility vehicle X3 priced up to Rs 49.9 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).