News for 'luxury cars'

Revenue up, but TaMo profit down 51%

Revenue up, but TaMo profit down 51%

Rediff.com14 May 2025

Automotive (auto) major Tata Motors posted a 51 per cent drop in consolidated net profit for the January-March quarter (Q4) of 2024-25 (FY25), to Rs 8,470 crore, due to a deferred tax asset of almost Rs 9,000 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year and an exceptional item of Rs 566 crore during the quarter. Revenue was up just 0.5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) at Rs 1.18 trillion for Q4FY25.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

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.

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.

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.

Watch Out For These Car Launches!

Watch Out For These Car Launches!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

Mahindra is coming up with the Thar Roxx. MG Motor India announced a third electric vehicle Windsor. Hyundai and Kia are expected to introduce updated versions of the Alcazar and Carnival respectively.

Mercedes to cost Rs 2 lakh - Rs 9 lakh more from Jan 1

Mercedes to cost Rs 2 lakh - Rs 9 lakh more from Jan 1

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz on Friday said it will hike prices of its vehicles in India by up to 3 per cent on its entire model range in the portfolio from January 1, 2025, citing a rise in input costs, inflationary pressures and higher operational expenses. Prices of Mercedes-Benz cars in India will be revised by Rs 2 lakh for the GLC to Rs 9 lakh for the top-end Mercedes-Maybach S 680 luxury limousine, Mercedes-Benz India said in a statement.

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.

Puja Khedkar summoned back to academy, training put on hold

Puja Khedkar summoned back to academy, training put on hold

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The government on Tuesday put on hold the district training programme of controversial Indian Administrative Service officer Puja Khedkar, who is under the scanner for allegedly forging disability certificates to clear the Civil Services examination.

For Tesla, India is a challenge as well as opportunity

For Tesla, India is a challenge as well as opportunity

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

With India's EV penetration at just 2.5 per cent, the market presents an opportunity -- provided Tesla gets its pricing right.

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.

EVs and beyond: Auto industry's journey for 2025

EVs and beyond: Auto industry's journey for 2025

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

Traversing from being just vehicle manufacturers to mobility solutions providers amid a raging debate over which eco-friendly technology must be incentivised, the Indian automobile industry is driving in the new year under the shadow of a slowdown in sales with the post-pandemic pent-up demand in distant memory. The shift in the auto industry -- where advanced technologies like autonomous driving, vehicle intelligence, connected features and electrification are quickly gaining traction -- will be reflected in the upcoming Bharat Mobility Global Expo in which India's flagship Auto Expo has been clubbed to be held from January 17-22, 2025 in Delhi-NCR.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tighter norms, rising compliance failures driving scrutiny for startups

Tighter norms, rising compliance failures driving scrutiny for startups

Rediff.com24 Apr 2025

Anmol Singh Jaggi and Puneet Singh Jaggi, once hailed as rising stars in India's clean energy sector, are now facing serious regulatory action.

Juvenile Porsche driver's father, five others sent to jail till June 7

Juvenile Porsche driver's father, five others sent to jail till June 7

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Agarwal, a real estate developer, was arrested under sections 75 and 77 of the Juvenile Justice Act, while the others were booked for allegedly serving alcohol to an underage person.

Hema Malini Takes The Mumbai Metro

Hema Malini Takes The Mumbai Metro

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Actor-turned-politician Hema Malini was spotted travelling by the Mumbai Metro.

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.

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.

Did You Know About Tatas' China Link?

Did You Know About Tatas' China Link?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

The Tata Group is one of the very few Indian MNCs which has carved out a niche in China's highly competitive market, notes Rup Narayan Das.

Ola to unveil one of India's 'fastest' cars; 0-100 Km/h in 4 seconds

Ola to unveil one of India's 'fastest' cars; 0-100 Km/h in 4 seconds

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

Bhavish Aggarwal, the founder of ride-hailing firm Ola who disrupted the electric scooters market in the country, is planning to launch an electric sports car in 2024. The plan will put it in competition with Indian players, such as the Tata group and Mahindra & Mahindra, and global giants like Tesla and Hyundai. Aggarwal, recently, took a group of reporters to the firm's design studio at the Ola campus in Bengaluru where his teams are working on several EVs, including scooters, motorcycles, sedans, and SUVs - and even robotaxis.

Mercedes Benz classics take over Mumbai's streets!

Mercedes Benz classics take over Mumbai's streets!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

The 11th edition of the Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally in Mumbai on Sunday featured headturners that left the audience gasping in awe. Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com presents a ringside view.

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.

BSP MLA Yakub Qureshi's benami property worth Rs 31 cr seized in UP

BSP MLA Yakub Qureshi's benami property worth Rs 31 cr seized in UP

Rediff.com1 Jan 2024

The seized properties include a hospital building at Bhavani Nagar in Nauchandi and two luxury cars that Qureshi had allegedly purchased in the name of his family members and employees, they said.

Mercedes to launch compact cars in India in 2012

Mercedes to launch compact cars in India in 2012

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

Cars with left-hand-drive option would be introduced globally later this year in Europe.

How Puja Khedkar obtained disability certificate

How Puja Khedkar obtained disability certificate

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Probationary Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Dr Puja Khedkar had obtained a partial 'locomotor disability' certificate from a hospital at Pimpri in Pune district in August 2022, a senior official said on Tuesday.

Honda to launch small and cheap cars in India

Honda to launch small and cheap cars in India

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

Brio, cheaper City and Jazz and diesels could pave the way for growth in India.