News for 'luxury cars'

IAS officer Puja Khedkar's disability certificates to be probed

IAS officer Puja Khedkar's disability certificates to be probed

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

The 34-year-old Maharashtra cadre officer faces accusations of using fraudulent means to clear her civil services exam, including allegedly misrepresenting herself under the physical disabilities and OBC categories, and misusing power and privileges during her posting in Pune.

Richer men drive dirty cars: Survey

Richer men drive dirty cars: Survey

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

According to a survey, rich are more willing to drive dirtier vehicles for longer than poorer but prouder owners who prefer to keep their cars clean and tidy.

Rupee crash is BAD news for car buyers

Rupee crash is BAD news for car buyers

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

German luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz on Thursday said it will hike prices of its entire model range in India by up to 4.5 per cent from September 1 to partly offset impact of rupee depreciation and higher import duties.

Rolls-Royce to launch exclusive cars for India

Rolls-Royce to launch exclusive cars for India

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

The customised version could be of Phantom and Ghost series and will be available in limited numbers.

Mihir Shah has admitted he was driving the BMW: Police

Mihir Shah has admitted he was driving the BMW: Police

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

Mihir Shah, the prime accused in the Mumbai BMW hit-and-run case and son of a Shiv Sena politician, has told the police he was driving the car at the time of the crash which killed a woman and injured her husband, officials said on Wednesday citing probe carried out so far.

Lexus gears up to drive in EVs to India

Lexus gears up to drive in EVs to India

Rediff.com20 Mar 2022

Having established its presence in the country, luxury carmaker Lexus is now looking to chart its next phase of growth in India as it looks to consolidate sales network and drive in new models, including fully electric cars in the country, according to a top company official. The company, which is the luxury car arm of Japanese auto major Toyota, initiated operations in India in 2017 and currently sells seven models in the country, including the locally-produced ES 300h sedan. Known for its self charging hybrid cars, the company is now gearing up to drive in battery electric vehicles, besides ramping up its existing product portfolio in the market.

150 Merc cars distributed in Aurangabad

150 Merc cars distributed in Aurangabad

Rediff.com15 Oct 2010

The 150 cars that were distributed include 13 S class, 74 E class, 39 C class, 6 GL class and 18 M class cars.

Pune cops seek nod to probe Porsche teen amid new twists

Pune cops seek nod to probe Porsche teen amid new twists

Rediff.com31 May 2024

The Pune police have written to the Juvenile Justice Board (JJB) seeking permission to probe the minor allegedly involved in the Porsche crash that left two techies dead, amid the new twist involving blood samples, an official said on Friday.

Audi to assemble cars in India soon

Audi to assemble cars in India soon

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

A part of Volkswagen Group, Audi currently imports its 'A4', 'A6' luxury sedans and SUV 'Q7' in India through the completely-built-unit route.

2 arrested after BMW knocks down woman in Mumbai

2 arrested after BMW knocks down woman in Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

Police arrested two persons after a woman travelling on a scooter with her husband was fatally knocked down allegedly by a BMW car in Mumbai's Worli area in the early hours of Sunday, an official said.

BYD's Sealion price reveal on Feb 17, rollout on March 7

BYD's Sealion price reveal on Feb 17, rollout on March 7

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Chinese electric carmaker BYD is focusing on launching vehicles in the Rs 25-45 lakh price range in India even as it continues to evaluate customer preferences and demand in more affordable segments, its Head of Electric Passenger Vehicles in India Rajeev Chauhan told Business Standard.

'Manmohan preferred Maruti 800 over BMW'

'Manmohan preferred Maruti 800 over BMW'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

Singh's humility and grounded nature were highlighted in a heartfelt social media memoir by Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for Social Welfare (Independent Charge) Asim Arun.

EV launches, Chinese models... What Auto Expo Has In Store

EV launches, Chinese models... What Auto Expo Has In Store

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

For the first time, the event will take place across three locations in Delhi: Bharat Mandapam at Pragati Maidan, Yashobhoomi Convention Centre at Dwarka, and India Expo Mart at Greater Noida.

Kerala: The Puzzled Book Of Questions

Kerala: The Puzzled Book Of Questions

Rediff.com11 Jun 2025

Can a culture survive as a way of life, even as the language and writing at its core, alter with time? Can we be rational and Malayalee or do we have to necessarily be religious and proudly cultural to be Malayalee? asks Shyam G Menon.

BMW case: Kaveri dragged for 1.5 km by Mihir, Bidawat mowed her down again

BMW case: Kaveri dragged for 1.5 km by Mihir, Bidawat mowed her down again

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

The official further said Mihir Shah's father and Palghar Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah took active part in ensuring his son's escape and also had plans to tow away the offending vehicle.

BMW to take on Audi, Mercedes with these 5 gorgeous cars

BMW to take on Audi, Mercedes with these 5 gorgeous cars

Rediff.com25 Apr 2014

Once an undisputed leader of luxury brands, BMW has moved to the third position in India, and is now seriously looking forward to dethrone its prime rivals.

Check Out Mahindra's BE 6e, XEV 9e

Check Out Mahindra's BE 6e, XEV 9e

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's the new electric SUVs from Mahindra! Rajesh Karkera and Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com describe the futuristic BE 6e and XEV 9e.

Mercedes to enter mid-range car segment

Mercedes to enter mid-range car segment

Rediff.com7 Oct 2011

The new models of mid-range cars are expected to be launched over a period of next two-three years.

Maruti, Mahindra, Audi, Hyundai extend support to customers in cyclone-hit TN, AP

Maruti, Mahindra, Audi, Hyundai extend support to customers in cyclone-hit TN, AP

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Maruti Suzuki India, Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai Motor and luxury car maker Audi have extended support to customers in cyclone and flood affected regions of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. In a statement, Maruti Suzuki India said it has collaborated with its dealer partners and made several arrangements at its workshops. As soon as the news about the cyclone 'Michaung' was reported, the company proactively sent out 7 lakh SMS alerts containing precautionary steps to its customers to ensure that even before the cyclone hits, customers could take precautionary measures to safeguard their cars against potential damage, it said in a statement.

Quiz: What your car colour says about you?

Quiz: What your car colour says about you?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

It's not just the type of car that can tell a lot about you but also the colour.

BMW eyes No. 1 spot in India's luxury mart

BMW eyes No. 1 spot in India's luxury mart

Rediff.com31 Jan 2008

BMW is all set to challenge Merc's No.1 position in India's premium car segment.

Luxury market shakes off slowdown blues

Luxury market shakes off slowdown blues

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

The market likely to cross $10-bn mark in 2014.

BMW hydrogen-powered car by 2020

BMW hydrogen-powered car by 2020

Rediff.com28 Mar 2007

Luxury car maker BMW is conducting trials of prototypes of a car, which will be run on hydrogen as well as petrol.

Rolls-Royce aims to sell 100 cars in India this yr

Rolls-Royce aims to sell 100 cars in India this yr

Rediff.com4 Mar 2011

Youngest customer for Rolls- Royce is a 26-year-old-Indian.

Globally, people prefer hybrid cars

Globally, people prefer hybrid cars

Rediff.com5 Jan 2006

Faced with rising gas prices, consumers will opt for fuel-efficient low-cost cars and hybrids over the next five years rather than sport utility vehicles and luxury cars

Double whammy for high-end car users

Double whammy for high-end car users

Rediff.com8 Mar 2013

After rise in duties, third-party motor insurance rates set to increase premiums 5 - 10 per cent.

Centre's new regulations bring cheer to owners of vintage cars in India

Centre's new regulations bring cheer to owners of vintage cars in India

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

On Sunday morning, the sun shone brightly on vintage cars parked in symmetry on the grounds of ITC Maurya in New Delhi. The owners were making sure the old beauties turned up spick and span for a rally organised by ITC Hotels in partnership with the Heritage Motoring Club of India. The rally would end at ITC Grand Bharat in Gurugram, Haryana, later in the day.

Rolls-Royce unveils its futuristic driverless car

Rolls-Royce unveils its futuristic driverless car

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

Luxury car maker Rolls-Royce unveiled the car that defines the future of luxury mobility.

It's not the first time a Lamborghini car caught fire!

It's not the first time a Lamborghini car caught fire!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2015

Lamborghini car caught fire due to overheating of the engine.

Avoid Mini Trade Deal With US

Avoid Mini Trade Deal With US

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The Budget has given signals that India is sensitive to the US needs and willing to walk the extra mile, but if need be, we should respond in equal measure as a sovereign nation, notes Ajay Srivastava.

Volvo to launch new car in India by March

Volvo to launch new car in India by March

Rediff.com24 Nov 2012

Luxury car major Volvo would launch its new car in Indian market by the end of March 2013, a top company official has said.

George Michael arrested after car crash

George Michael arrested after car crash

Rediff.com6 Jul 2010

The pop icon was reportedly arrested after his car crashed into a shop on the night of London's Gay Pride Parade.

Dinakaran's alleged middleman was fond of fast cars and big cons

Dinakaran's alleged middleman was fond of fast cars and big cons

Rediff.com18 Apr 2017

At the age of 27, Chandrashekhar has cases of cheating and illegal money laundering against him in the Enforcement Directorate, the Central Bureau of Investigation, the Chennai Police and the Bengaluru Police, a senior Delhi police officer said.

Audi sells record 10,851 cars in India

Audi sells record 10,851 cars in India

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

The company introduced many firsts in 2014, including introduction of segment first products such as Audi A3 Sedan and Audi A3 Cabriolet.

Guess which car is the favourite of India's uber-rich?

Guess which car is the favourite of India's uber-rich?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

The Porsche 911 RS is fast becoming a collector's item among India's high net worth individuals.

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.

Check Out Siraj's Gift For His Family!

Check Out Siraj's Gift For His Family!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

'Grateful to the Almighty for his blessings and for making me capable of buying this dream car.'

Mercedes-Benz: 4 new stunning cars soon in India

Mercedes-Benz: 4 new stunning cars soon in India

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

Announcing launches of not less than four of its dashing rides that are to take place over the next 6 months, Mercedes has definitely created tidal waves in the already raging waters of its arch rivals.

Sachin Tendulkar gifts BMW car to shuttler Saina

Sachin Tendulkar gifts BMW car to shuttler Saina

Rediff.com19 Aug 2012

Saina Nehwal received a brand new BMW car for winning a bronze medal at the London Olympics from none other than batting legend Sachin Tendulkar, who said that the world is yet to see the best of the star shuttler.

16 GREAT cars that will make you drool

16 GREAT cars that will make you drool

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

Carmakers like Porsche, Rolls Royce, Bentley, etc have a number of products to offer in this segment.