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Ford to launch CNG Ikon soon

Ford to launch CNG Ikon soon

Rediff.com9 Aug 2006

Powered by its sedan 'Fiesta', Ford India expects around 100 per cent jump in sales this year and said it will launch a CNG driven Ikon by September this year.

Biden commits support to Israel, but says Palestinians need aid

Biden commits support to Israel, but says Palestinians need aid

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Biden, in his call with Netanyahu, updated him on US military support and reiterated his warning against anyone seeking to expand the conflict, according to a readout of the call.

Ford's Rs 4,000-crore plant to come up in Gujarat

Ford's Rs 4,000-crore plant to come up in Gujarat

Rediff.com28 Jul 2011

The United States carmaker Ford on Thursday said it will invest Rs 4,000 crore (Rs 40 billion) to set up its second manufacturing facility in India with an initial installed capacity of 2.4 lakh (240,000) units annually.

Check out the new Ford Fiesta

Check out the new Ford Fiesta

Rediff.com26 Nov 2005

Is Joe Biden Buying A Car?

Is Joe Biden Buying A Car?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2022

US President Joe Biden visited the Detroit Auto Show to highlight electric vehicle manufacturing in America.

Ford EcoSport to undercut Renault Duster in pricing

Ford EcoSport to undercut Renault Duster in pricing

Rediff.com13 Sep 2012

The car is a tech savvy like many of its prospective owners.

Ford Ecosport vs Renault Duster. Which is better?

Ford Ecosport vs Renault Duster. Which is better?

Rediff.com29 Feb 2012

Both Ford Ecosport and Renault Duster were unveiled at the 2012 Auto Expo held in New Delhi in January.

4 closest rivals of the NEW Ford Fiesta

4 closest rivals of the NEW Ford Fiesta

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

The New Ford Fiesta is here with a fuel efficiency of 17 km/L (petrol) and 23.5 km/L (diesel).

All you want to know about Ford EcoSport

All you want to know about Ford EcoSport

Rediff.com10 May 2013

The diesel variant boasts a mileage of 22.7 kmpl. For petrol, it will range between 15.6 kmpl and 18.9 kmpl.

COMPARED! Ford Fiesta diesel versus new Hyundai Verna

COMPARED! Ford Fiesta diesel versus new Hyundai Verna

Rediff.com26 Jul 2011

The new Ford Fiesta diesel takes on the current favourite, the Hyundai Verna CRDi. Business Standard plays referee.

Ford EcoSport set to hit Indian roads soon

Ford EcoSport set to hit Indian roads soon

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

These days the talk of the globe is Ford EcoSport.

Ford India starts export to S Africa;to hire 1,000

Ford India starts export to S Africa;to hire 1,000

Rediff.com5 Jul 2010

The company also sells its mid-sized sedan 'Ford Fiesta' as 'Ford Ikon' in South Africa.

'Scenes out of a Zombie film': Israel on beheading of babies by Hamas

'Scenes out of a Zombie film': Israel on beheading of babies by Hamas

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'There were bodies scattered everywhere, mutilated, women and children that were handcuffed and shot, executed, houses torched and burned, and people who were either burnt inside or suffocated'

Ford Fusion to cost up to Rs 7 lakh

Ford Fusion to cost up to Rs 7 lakh

Rediff.com25 Aug 2004

Ford Motor India said on Wednesday that it has firmed up plans to launch 'Fusion' in the next three months as the prototype of the vehicle, a crossover between a car and an MUV, has been developed.

Ford Endeavour @ Rs 18 lakh: It's worth buying

Ford Endeavour @ Rs 18 lakh: It's worth buying

Rediff.com2 Nov 2010

Ford, which has been known for its research capabilities, have found out the large untapped potential of this segment in India.

BCCI to invite Graham Ford for talks

BCCI to invite Graham Ford for talks

Rediff.com4 Jun 2007

The South African and another unnamed foreigner have emerged prime contenders for the job of India coach.

This Rs 6 lakh Ford may soon come to India

This Rs 6 lakh Ford may soon come to India

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

Ford plans on bringing in eight new models to India by 2015.

OTT: You'll Need A LOOONG Weekend

OTT: You'll Need A LOOONG Weekend

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

You'll wish weekends lasted as long as weeks after looking at Sukanya Verma's long, long list of recommendations on OTT this week.

Ford to set up diesel powertrain facility

Ford to set up diesel powertrain facility

Rediff.com2 Feb 2007

With the diesel-powered vehicles looking to form a large chunk of the automobile market in the next three to four years, Ford India is planning to set up a diesel engine facility in its existing 350 acre complex in Chennai.

Ford, Renault stand up against duty on diesel cars

Ford, Renault stand up against duty on diesel cars

Rediff.com28 Feb 2012

As the government gets ready with the Budget, there has been speculation that higher taxes could be imposed on diesel passenger vehicles as the subsidised fuel has been diverted for personal use by the affluent.

Ford launches all-new Endeavour at Rs 19.83 lakh

Ford launches all-new Endeavour at Rs 19.83 lakh

Rediff.com30 Apr 2014

The new SUV has been made more stylish, dynamic and comfortable while retaining its core DNA.

Ford to slash 900 jobs at Michigan plant

Ford to slash 900 jobs at Michigan plant

Rediff.com17 Feb 2010

The company will cut an entire shift from July this year at the AutoAlliance International plant in Flat Rock, Michigan.

US, UK urge Israel to delay ground offensive in Gaza

US, UK urge Israel to delay ground offensive in Gaza

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

The both governments recognise that a ground invasion is very likely and not telling Israel not to launch one at all, but rather hold off to try and see if additional diplomatic efforts can succeed.

Ford launches Figo at Rs 3.5 lakh

Ford launches Figo at Rs 3.5 lakh

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

US carmaker Ford on Tuesday launched its much anticipated global small car 'Figo' in the Indian market, priced at Rs 3.5 lakh to Rs 4.48 lakh.

This 1932 Ford can rival the best super cars of India

This 1932 Ford can rival the best super cars of India

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

The car rebuilt with a V8 Chrysler engine and it produces 500 BHP. It can attain a top speed of 200 kmph.

Ford Fusion 1.4 diesel: Great car

Ford Fusion 1.4 diesel: Great car

Rediff.com30 Jul 2007

Is the 1.4 diesel what the Ford Fusion needed all this while?

Ford to hire 1,000 people in India

Ford to hire 1,000 people in India

Rediff.com25 Sep 2009

The carmaker on Thursday signed an agreement with the Tamil Nadu government for the $500-million expansion programme at its manufacturing facility at Maraimalai Nagar a city suburb.

New Ford Fiesta Ambiente at Rs 7.23 lakh

New Ford Fiesta Ambiente at Rs 7.23 lakh

Rediff.com15 Mar 2012

The company has got six variants in total -- two petrol variants, two diesel variants and two automatic variants.

Ford unveils new Endeavour at Rs 18 lakh

Ford unveils new Endeavour at Rs 18 lakh

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Car maker Ford on Wednesday launched an advanced version of its sports utility vehicle Endeavour, priced at the higher end between Rs 15.99 lakh to 17.99 lakh ex-showroom New Delhi.

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.

Kent will let Ford take up England job

Kent will let Ford take up England job

Rediff.com6 Jan 2009

Tipped to be the next England cricket coach, Graham Ford will have no problem leaving his current employers county side Kent, which has promised not to come in the way if its director of cricket gets the high-profile job. The South African is the bookies' favourite to replace current England coach Peter Moores, who has fallen out with skipper Kevin Pietersen.

The 2 closest rivals of the NEW Ford Fiesta

The 2 closest rivals of the NEW Ford Fiesta

Rediff.com22 Apr 2011

The new Fiesta is driven by a 1.6 litre Ti-VCT petrol engine.

Tata raises $3bn to finance Ford deal

Tata raises $3bn to finance Ford deal

Rediff.com19 Mar 2008

Tata Motors has succeeded in securing a $3bn banking facility for its purchase of Jaguar and Land Rover from Ford Motor, which should clear the way for the deal to close next week. Tata's ability to raise the money in spite of the turmoil on debt markets represents a vote of confidence in the Indian company and removes one of the last main obstacles to the deal.

7 Cliches Of Movie Criticism & Reporting

7 Cliches Of Movie Criticism & Reporting

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

This isn't a hatchet job, and my excuse for the exercise is my feeling that when you invert some of the clichés mentioned here, you might just arrive at the portals of genuine movie-making energy, says Sreehari Nair.

EVs Star At Shanghai Auto Show

EVs Star At Shanghai Auto Show

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

A quarter of the car sales in China are of electric vehicles; domestic brands command 81% of EV sales in the country.

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Kissinger used racist, misogynist language for then PM Indira Gandhi

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Speaking about the issue in India in March 2012 at a media conclave, Kissinger defended his use of unparliamentary language while referring to Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Ford's pulling out not a lost opportunity: Dravid

Ford's pulling out not a lost opportunity: Dravid

Rediff.com16 Jun 2007

The India captain said it was not right for anyone with doubts to take up the demanding job.

Maruti, Hyundai, Ford cheer bumper sales ahead of Diwali

Maruti, Hyundai, Ford cheer bumper sales ahead of Diwali

Rediff.com2 Nov 2015

Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) on Monday reported a 29.1 per cent rise in total sales in October.