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Fiat India expects diesel models to boost sales

Fiat India expects diesel models to boost sales

Rediff.com30 May 2003

The Indian unit of troubled Italian carmaker Fiat Auto SpA said on Friday it expects its new diesel models launched two months ago to help reverse slowing sales in 2003.

When 'humiliated' Tata did 'favour' to Ford with JLR buyout!

When 'humiliated' Tata did 'favour' to Ford with JLR buyout!

Rediff.com15 Mar 2015

When 'humiliated' Tata did 'favour' to Ford with JLR buyout!

Why Tata Tiago is better than Renault Kwid

Why Tata Tiago is better than Renault Kwid

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

for the slight premium that you'll pay, the Tiago offers more safety tech, bigger engine, space and more creature comfort. Taking into the fact that the 1.0-litre Kwid is around the corner and will be considerably expensive in contrast to its 800cc counterpart, the Tiago makes an even stronger case for itself.

5 things we would like to see in the new Honda City

5 things we would like to see in the new Honda City

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

The Honda City facelift is likely to be launched in the early part of 2017

The Rs 4.42 lakh Mahindra KUV1OO is here!

The Rs 4.42 lakh Mahindra KUV1OO is here!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

The SUV launch also marks the company's debut into the petrol segment

MINI Cooper JCW Pro Edition hits a ton in just 6.5 seconds

MINI Cooper JCW Pro Edition hits a ton in just 6.5 seconds

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

The BMW-owned brand launched the Cooper S JCW Pro Edition last year and we at MotorBeam have finally managed to get our hands on one. So what is this JCW Pro Edition all about?

Why 2019 will be a very busy year for auto cos

Why 2019 will be a very busy year for auto cos

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

While hybrids, CNG and biofuels found favour in 2018 among many carmakers including Maruti Suzuki, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota and Honda, others such as M&M and Tata Motors have shown full faith in electric vehicles.

Nano still sticks to the slow lane

Nano still sticks to the slow lane

Rediff.com15 Jan 2016

The company is currently selling an average 2,000 units each month.

Now, Tata Motors joins the race to save Indian cities

Now, Tata Motors joins the race to save Indian cities

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

It is keen on electric cars as battery costs go down

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

A Motorcycle Ride from Ladakh to Kashmir

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

'The lush green of Kashmir was exactly like the postcards and posters I had seen growing up.'

Tata Motors' next from Nano factory to take on Maruti Alto

Tata Motors' next from Nano factory to take on Maruti Alto

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

Code-named Pelican, bigger hatchback with new petrol and diesel engines may hit the road next year.

Will Tesla's drive into India electrify the market?

Will Tesla's drive into India electrify the market?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2017

Tesla began taking orders for its $35,000 Model 3 sedan from Indian customers in April last year.

India Inc's mega plans for Gujarat

India Inc's mega plans for Gujarat

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party government, top industry captains pledged mega investments at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

Maruti to export made-in-India car to Japan

Maruti to export made-in-India car to Japan

Rediff.com26 Oct 2015

Maruti's exports are limited and mainly to countries in Africa and Latin America.

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.

Chinese are here! SAIC Motor to drive into India in 2018

Chinese are here! SAIC Motor to drive into India in 2018

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

China's biggest carmaker, which own brands like Maxus, MG, Roewe and Yuejin, plans to invest $1 billion in India manufacturing unit, reports Swaraj Baggonkar from Mumbai.

Maruti's Swift lives up to name, sells a car a minute

Maruti's Swift lives up to name, sells a car a minute

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

The automaker says it has taken into account some of the big concerns of those behind the wheels today: improved acceleration performance, strength and rigidity, spacious and a more comfortable driving experience.

Toyota, Skoda, Tata Motors hike prices

Toyota, Skoda, Tata Motors hike prices

Rediff.com4 Jan 2016

Every year, carmakers announce at the end of November or December their plans to increase prices of their vehicles by January.

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

The Maybach S650's focus on luxury would make a private jet's interiors appear pedestrian, says Pavan Lall. Does it mean it has no room for improvement?

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

An exclusive sporty version -- RS diesel variant -- is priced at Rs 11.39,000 (ex-showroom Chennai).

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Honda plans to export Mobilio to South African market

Rediff.com31 Jul 2014

An exclusive sporty version -- RS diesel variant -- is priced at Rs 11.39,000 (ex-showroom Chennai).

Car makers offer airbags as standard before govt order

Car makers offer airbags as standard before govt order

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

German car maker Volkswagen was the first company to offer airbags on all its variants in India from the beginning of this year.

Avventura, Cross Polo, Etios Cross: Which one is the best?

Avventura, Cross Polo, Etios Cross: Which one is the best?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2014

Three hatchbacks have been muscled up to offer a more adventurous driving experience.

Hybrid technology has made Maruti S-Cross more fuel-efficient

Hybrid technology has made Maruti S-Cross more fuel-efficient

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

Lack of a petrol engine and an automatic variant for the current diesel motor might upset some of the buyers.

When few design nips and tucks make a car truly Amazing

When few design nips and tucks make a car truly Amazing

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

All the minor irritants can be overlooked when you can get automatic transmission, diesel fuel efficiency and a Honda badge, all for less than a million rupees, says Pavan Lall.

Figo Sports is aimed squarely at value buyers

Figo Sports is aimed squarely at value buyers

Rediff.com17 Jul 2017

The American automaker Ford has decided to bring back the S badge that we saw on the older Fiesta and now the Sports Edition of the Figo and Figo Aspire have been launched in India. The experts at MotorBeam had a go in the Figo Sports diesel to check out what more it offers over the regular Figo.

Can you afford a new car?

Can you afford a new car?

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

Here's a checklist to find exactly that!

Honda may defer launch of Jazz to next year

Honda may defer launch of Jazz to next year

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

The vehicle was launched in India in 2009 with a hefty price tag of over Rs 700,000 which was slashed by Rs 160,000 later.

5 things to know about the upcoming Maruti SX4 S-Cross

5 things to know about the upcoming Maruti SX4 S-Cross

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

It is expected to cost between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 10 lakh.

Look who's buying Tesla cars in India!

Look who's buying Tesla cars in India!

Rediff.com14 Feb 2017

Tesla began taking orders for its Model 3 sedan from Indian customers in 2016 and caught the fancy of people like GOQii's Vishal Gondal, Paytm's Vijay Shekhar Sharma and venture capitalist Mahesh Murthy. Amid hints from Elon Musk, Alnoor Peermohamed reports on Tesla's Indian entry.

Why Maruti has set aside Rs 4,000 crore

Why Maruti has set aside Rs 4,000 crore

Rediff.com4 Nov 2014

MSIL would also focus more on bringing out models with auto gear shift technology.

Renault Captur is clearly more upmarket compared to Duster

Renault Captur is clearly more upmarket compared to Duster

Rediff.com11 Jun 2018

Now, we have with us the Renault Captur which under the skin is a Duster but the company claims that the former is a more premium offering. So, is it? Time to find out.

Big launches at Asia's largest auto show

Big launches at Asia's largest auto show

Rediff.com2 Feb 2016

Over 22 passenger and commercial vehicle makers and 18 two- and three-wheeler makers will take part amid proximate security.

Hyundai might develop car from scratch in India

Hyundai might develop car from scratch in India

Rediff.com18 Oct 2014

Localisation for present-generation Hyundai cars will also rise from the average 85-90 per cent.

5 hot SUVs coming to India in 2015

5 hot SUVs coming to India in 2015

Rediff.com7 Nov 2014

We can't wait to see Maruti Suzuki S-Cross and Hyundai ix25 hitting the roads.

Your own car might start earning for you

Your own car might start earning for you

Rediff.com25 Apr 2016

The rentals start from Rs 50 an hour for a small hatchback

India formula behind Hyundai's new high

India formula behind Hyundai's new high

Rediff.com22 Oct 2014

As other global car makers struggle in India to keep sales consistent, the Korean player has made a heady combination out of design, launches and localisation.

Sensex ends at record high above 29,000 ahead of ECB move

Sensex ends at record high above 29,000 ahead of ECB move

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

The 30-share Sensex gained 117 points to end above 29,000 at 29,006 while the 50-share Nifty gained 32 points to close at 8,761.

An all-electric vehicle India by 2047?

An all-electric vehicle India by 2047?

Rediff.com14 Feb 2018

Future strategy will not just revolve around EVs: Maruti Suzuki's Ayukawa. Maruti Suzuki's MD&CEO says electric vehicles cannot be a solution outside the cities.

M&M unveils 6 new electric concept vehicles

M&M unveils 6 new electric concept vehicles

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

M&M also showcased its new format next generation 'dealership of future' designed by Pininfarina.