The Royal Enfield Himalayan might boost the motorcycle touring culture in India with its off-road prowess and affordable cost, says Indian automobile website MotorBeam.
Japanese automaker Suzuki on Wednesday announced an investment of Rs 500 crore (Rs 5 billion) to more than double its production capacity in India, to 5.4 lakh units per annum by 2012.
Yamaha plans to make India a hub for manufacturing its premium bikes for overseas markets, a top company official says
Expects to sell an additional 7,500 units of the model per month.
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Addressing the 'Namaste Trump' event at the Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad, Trump said that both the countries are in the early stages of discussion for an 'incredible' trade agreement to reduce barriers of investments.
After many attempts, Bajaj finally has a bike to counter Hero Honda in the 100cc segment.
The company decides to launch premium, entry-level bikes after competition hits high gear.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a December ruling that temporarily banned the sale of large diesel cars in New Delhi to combat toxic smog in India's capital.
Japanese automaker says the 'element of trust has been broken'
The new car, which would come in four variants and two options, is priced between Rs 2.57 lakh and Rs 3.53 lakh.
The first of these bikes would be launched in the European market by the end of this year, followed by the India launch during the first half of next year.
Pune-based Bajaj Auto, the country's second biggest two-wheeler maker, reported a four-fold increase in net profit at Rs 528.65 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 31, over the same quarter last year. Net profit in the year-ago quarter was Rs 130.21 crore, after the company reported a slump in sales following the economic turmoil that crippled demand.
To strengthen its market share, bike maker Yamaha on Wednesday introduced new variants of its premium segment bikes FZ16 and FZ-S with some added features, priced at Rs 65,000 and Rs 67,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi), respectively.
Hopes to launch e-scooters within two years
The car is expected to be powered by 800cc to 1 litre engine.
With the launch of three new bikes in october, Harley-Davidson, the luxury cruiser motorcycle manufacturer, has brought its country-wide offering in line with its other overseas markets. British motorcycle brand, Triumph, is the only price competitor.
While the company has not disclosed the exact price, the new bike is expected to be tagged around Rs 42,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
With the domestic small car market heating up, Korean major Hyundai Motors is lining up a new release for India. The vehicle, which is slated to hit the roads in the second half of 2011, is likely to sport a price tag not much higher than that of Maruti's cheapest variant -- the Maruti 800.
With the Indian car market growing at the rate of 30 per cent no car maker wants to miss the opportunity.
Known for his passion for vehicles, India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has added a brand new 'Hummer' worth around Rs one crore to his already rich collections. The H2 2009 Hummer will definitely get the pride of place among Dhoni's Toyota Corolla, Scorpio, Mitsubishi Pajero, Harley Davidson, Yamaha 650cc sports bike, Kawasaki Ninja and other two wheelers.
Benelli is coming to India and its trump card is the TNT 300. Kunal Kelkar gets his hands on this pocket-rocket and shares his opinion.
A century-old European bicycle brand gets a makeover under its new Indian owner. But is there room for yet another premium commuter bike?
Hyundai is all set to launch its Sports Utility Vehicle Santa Fe in the Indian market this festive season.
Arun Nadar reviews the Moto Guzzi Audace, a uniquely-styled, Italian cruiser with great dynamics and exclusivity
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed Chennai-based two-wheeler company TVS Motor Company Ltd to manufacture TVS Flame, a 125-cc bike sporting twin-spark plugs, the technology for which Bajaj Auto allegedly holds the patent rights.
It's built on an all-new platform and comes with contemporary styling.
Code-named Pelican, bigger hatchback with new petrol and diesel engines may hit the road next year.
Blaming himself for his team's failure in the previous two seasons, Kolkata Knight Riders prinicipal owner Shah Rukh Khan on Monday said his "lack of knowledge" had led to few wrong decisions as the side failed to perform as a unit in the IPL.
The company is also aiming to increase its market share in the 150cc motorcycle segment to 25 per cent by the end of this year from 15 per cent at present.
For the first time in more than 25 years, Japans Kawasaki Heavy Industries will introduce a high-powered motorcycle in the Indian market with the help of its Indian partner and long-time collaborator, Bajaj Auto.
It is fully geared up for the new tax regime and its vehicles will be available under the new prices with immediate effect.
In absolute terms, prices will go up by Rs 5,500 to Rs 47,000, depending on the model and prevailing prices.
Anticipating a robust demand during the festive season, the company is targeting to sell over five lakh motorcycles in the next two months
Spain's Dani Pedrosa claimed the 50th Grand Prix win of his career on Sunday, taking victory in the Japanese MotoGP as runner-up Valentino Rossi extended his lead in the championship standings.
The Aprilia SR150 is a great buy and could be a perfect bet for the Piaggio Group which needs to mark its prominence outside the superbike segment and classy Vespa scooters
After the legendary success of RD350 and RX100, Yamaha Motors India had lost ground to rivals. And then the R15 happened!
Bajaj Auto, once known for its scooters which revolutionised the two-wheeler market in the country, on Wednesday said it will exit the segment by the end of the fiscal to focus exclusively on motorcycles. The company that by and large created the scooter market in the country through its popular 'Hamara Bajaj' campaigns in the 1980s and 90s, today sells just one scooter -- the 100-cc gearless Crystal.
When they decided to build a Formula racing car, they were looking at building something that would win. Earlier this week, the Orion racing team from the K J Somaiya College of Engineering in Mumbai shipped their car to Germany, to compete in the Formula Student Germany International Design Competition. Take a look.
Honda's attempt at offering a no nonsense touring machine, coupled with slight off-roading capability, has paid off.
