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Now, Manchester United editions of Beat, Sail for football fans

Now, Manchester United editions of Beat, Sail for football fans

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

The launch of Manchester United limited editions of Chevrolet Beat and SAIL hatchbacks comes at a time when the Chevrolet brand is making debut on the club's jersey.

GM India's new Chevrolet Cruze @ Rs 10.9 lakh

GM India's new Chevrolet Cruze @ Rs 10.9 lakh

Rediff.com12 Oct 2009

US car maker General Motors on Monday launched its luxury sedan Chevrolet Cruze in India at an introductory price ranging from Rs 10.99 lakh (Rs 1.09 million) to Rs 12.45 lakh or Rs 1.24 million (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Maruti, Hyundai, Honda begin FY16 with a bang

Maruti, Hyundai, Honda begin FY16 with a bang

Rediff.com1 May 2015

Fuel price hike will impact demand going forward.

LIC surges 10%; storms into top-5 most-valued club as m-cap tops Rs 7 trn

LIC surges 10%; storms into top-5 most-valued club as m-cap tops Rs 7 trn

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) February 8 for the first time ever crossed the Rs 7 trillion market capitalisation, as the stock price of state-owned insurer hit a new high of Rs 1,144,45, on rallying 10 per cent on the BSE. The board of directors of the Corporation are scheduled to meet today i.e. February 8, 2024, to consider a proposal for declaration of interim dividend for the financial year 2023-24 (FY24). The board will also consider and approve the unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ended on December 31, 2023.

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

India, one of the world's fastest growing auto markets, will see the launch of over ten vehicles, including small cars during the 10th Auto Expo.

Honda recalls 2,338 Brio, Amaze, CR-V in India

Honda recalls 2,338 Brio, Amaze, CR-V in India

Rediff.com27 Oct 2014

The vehicles affected by the recall are manufactured between September 2011 and July 2014.

Ford India recalls 3,072 units of Fiesta diesel

Ford India recalls 3,072 units of Fiesta diesel

Rediff.com22 Nov 2014

As part of the new Central Motor Vehicle Rules, the government is framing a mandatory recall policy entailing penalties.

Hyundai cuts prices of small cars

Hyundai cuts prices of small cars

Rediff.com29 Feb 2008

Hyundai Motor India and General Motors have announced cuts in prices of their small cars, following the finance minister's announcement of excise duty reduction on small cars

'India, China rising as car consuming nations'

'India, China rising as car consuming nations'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

The rise of China and India as car consuming countries and fall of major US automakers last year are candid reflections of the restructuring of the global auto industry, a Congressional report has said.

Chevrolet to launch 5 cars in India this year

Chevrolet to launch 5 cars in India this year

Rediff.com19 Mar 2012

The list comprises three completely new car models and two upgraded versions of its existing cars.

Auto makers woo govt employees to boost sales

Auto makers woo govt employees to boost sales

Rediff.com13 Oct 2008

Most top car makers are offering discounts, targeted specifically at government employees. About 5 million employees are expected to benefit from the government's move to raise its employees' salary by 70 per cent. The revised pay scales will be effective January 2006, which means they will get their pending salaries in bulk. Auto makers are hoping they will use the lumpsum payment to make a down payment for a car.

Planning to buy a car? 7 fantastic offers from Tata Motors

Planning to buy a car? 7 fantastic offers from Tata Motors

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

Discounts range between Rs 20,000 and Rs 80,000.

From car spare parts to running shoes...

From car spare parts to running shoes...

Rediff.com27 Oct 2007

They are known to have introduced northern India to luxury cars. But now the British Motor Car Company (BMC) is playing an active role in the country's fitness movement.

Why Tata, Hyundai & Honda are selling fewer cars

Why Tata, Hyundai & Honda are selling fewer cars

Rediff.com2 Aug 2007

Spiralling car loan rates continue to dent the passenger car market, as Tata Motors, Hyundai and Honda Motors reported slower sales in July over that in the corresponding month last year.

Car segment to gain speed from Jan 2013

Car segment to gain speed from Jan 2013

Rediff.com13 Nov 2012

Segment has been rather sluggish due to high fuel and input costs coupled with high interest rates and negative market sentiments.

With discounts and freebies, it's the best time to buy a car!

With discounts and freebies, it's the best time to buy a car!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Maruti Suzuki is offering cash discounts ranging from Rs 5,000 on its hatchback Celerio to Rs 35,000 on entry level Alto800.

Million cars a year:Maruti joins Toyota, GM league

Million cars a year:Maruti joins Toyota, GM league

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

Toyota, General Motors, Volkswagen, Ford, Honda, Renault, Hyundai, Suzuki and Nissan are among those who boast of production of a million unit or more every year.

General insurance 2.0: Settling claims automatically

General insurance 2.0: Settling claims automatically

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

With mobile data getting cheaper, insurers are introducing technologies that eases buying and lodging claims.

Maruti Suzuki eyes higher growth, market share gains with expansion

Maruti Suzuki eyes higher growth, market share gains with expansion

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has ambitious plans to increase capacity. It is also seeking shareholders' approval for a complex swap transaction, which would acquire Suzuki Motor Gujarat (SMG), a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) through a preferential offer. SMC already holds 56.37 per cent of MSIL's equity.

Politicians skip this remote MP village even during poll time

Politicians skip this remote MP village even during poll time

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

There are 763 registered voters among around a thousand residents of this remote village in Alirajpur assembly constituency, reserved for the Scheduled Tribes, but no candidate has bothered to visit the place, locals said on Thursday.

'We have to work on delivering excellent quality'

'We have to work on delivering excellent quality'

Rediff.com23 Aug 2010

Soon after Carl-Peter Foster, former head of General Motors Europe, joined the 65-year-old Tata Motors, he asked for 100 days to come to grips with his job.

The Rs 8.25 lakh Chevrolet Tavera Neo 3 BSIV soon in India

The Rs 8.25 lakh Chevrolet Tavera Neo 3 BSIV soon in India

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

The major highlight of this New BS IV model will be the 2.0L 4-cylinder TCDI diesel engine.

Daewoo sale talks gain ground

Daewoo sale talks gain ground

Rediff.com12 Nov 2003

Buying a Chevrolet Tavera? GM will now extend warranty

Buying a Chevrolet Tavera? GM will now extend warranty

Rediff.com16 May 2014

Senior officials with the multinational car manufacturer say there is a need to improve the brand perception and are revising an earlier after-sales package to spruce it up.

Ford dealers staring at huge loss: FADA

Ford dealers staring at huge loss: FADA

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Ford dealers in India are staring at huge losses with the automaker deciding to shut production in the country with immediate effect, automobile dealers' body FADA said on Thursday. Terming the company decision as shocking, the industry body noted that the dealers have invested over Rs 2,000 crore in creating sales infrastructure while employing around 40,000 people across the country. "The auto retail fraternity is really shocked to hear another Ford India's announcement where it has said that it will shut down production with immediate effect," FADA president Vinkesh Gulati said in a statement.

Farmers to resume Delhi march, police ordered to seize bulldozers

Farmers to resume Delhi march, police ordered to seize bulldozers

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher on Tuesday said the Centre should convene a daylong Parliament session to bring a legislation on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops, a key demand of protesting farmers.

5 most notorious car recalls in India

5 most notorious car recalls in India

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

American car makers are know for it but Indian manufacturers are soon catching up with the trend.

Mary Barra calls GM's actions on deadly defect 'unacceptable'

Mary Barra calls GM's actions on deadly defect 'unacceptable'

Rediff.com2 Apr 2014

General Motors Co CEO Mary Barra on Tuesday called her company's slow response to faulty ignition switches linked to at least 13 deaths "unacceptable," but could not give U.S. lawmakers many answers as to what went wrong.

Want To Buy A Car? Juicy Offers Coming!

Want To Buy A Car? Juicy Offers Coming!

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'Nearly all companies are extending festival offers for entry-level, sedan, and hatchback segments.'

GM to launch E-Spark by this year-end

GM to launch E-Spark by this year-end

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

Automobile major, General Motors, on said that it would launch the electric version of its small car 'Spark' in the Indian market this year-end.

Stung by lawyer's email, SC says listening to nation's voice

Stung by lawyer's email, SC says listening to nation's voice

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

It was reacting to lawyer Mathews Nedumpara's email to the top court in which he claimed the apex court has been hearing only constitution bench matters, which have no public interest involved, and not the cases of ordinary citizens.

Maruti, Hyundai expect Dec sales to jump 30%

Maruti, Hyundai expect Dec sales to jump 30%

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

Contrary to expectations that car sales dip in December, auto majors Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai Motor India are poised to grow 30 per cent in sales (the two companies control 72 per cent of the domestic market). General Motors is looking at 70-80 per cent increase in sales.

Here are some special car deals for Christmas

Here are some special car deals for Christmas

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Almost all car makers are trying to catch consumers' eyeballs by offering cash discounts, free insurance and paying registration charges of the car, distributing gift cheques, silver and gold coins and free accessories.

GM India to launch 6 new models, pump in $500 mn

GM India to launch 6 new models, pump in $500 mn

Rediff.com19 Nov 2010

The company will launch six new vehicles -- a pick-up van, multi-seater van, hatchback, notchback, sports utility vehicle and multi-purpose vehicle.

Strike at Rico, supplier to GM, Ford, ends

Strike at Rico, supplier to GM, Ford, ends

Rediff.com6 Nov 2009

About 1,800 workers at Rico Auto Industries, in Gurgaon near Delhi, ended their almost 50-day strike following an agreement with the management on reinstatement of some employees.

Maharashtra's ultimatum to GM's union, management

Maharashtra's ultimatum to GM's union, management

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

Maharashtra's Labour Minister Dilip Walse-Patil has sought a written submission from the General Motors' (GM) Employees Union and the management of the company detailing its stance on the issue of plant closure. The labour minister asked the warring sides for submission at a hearing on Tuesday. Both sides have been given a week's time to reply.

Robonaut 2:  The robot who will fly to space

Robonaut 2: The robot who will fly to space

Rediff.com1 Nov 2010

The humanoid robot, which resembles the torso, head and shoulders of a person, was designed by NASA and General Motors to work alongside astronauts to complete chores and repairs aboard the International Space Station.

Skoda plans sub-Rs 10 lakh SUV

Skoda plans sub-Rs 10 lakh SUV

Rediff.com24 May 2011

This is the first time a global company is looking to introduce an SUV in this price segment.