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Ferrari to Porsche target small-town millionaires

Ferrari to Porsche target small-town millionaires

Rediff.com18 Jun 2019

'Hathras, Muradabad, Trichur, Salem, Madurai, Aligarh and Kanpur are cities where we are expecting and in some cases have seen new buyers come from.'

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Bhakshak Review: The Horror Of Child Abuse

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Bhakshak should create some awareness and maybe raise some compassion towards victims of abuse, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Will the first Nano be launched from Uttarakhand?

Will the first Nano be launched from Uttarakhand?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2009

The Nano's mileage is being projected between 17 to 20 km per litre. Last month, Tata Motors had conducted various test runs of Nano on the hilly, serpentine roads of Uttarakhand. Government officials in Dehra Dun claimed the company has given a commitment to Uttarakhand Chief Minister B C Khanduri that it would roll out the first Nano from the state itself.

Secret behind Renault Kwid's success in India

Secret behind Renault Kwid's success in India

Rediff.com30 Jul 2016

A large part of the credit for the Kwid's success goes to sourcing of local components. This allowed Renault to launch the car at Rs 256,000 in September 2015

Ford to make India an exports hub

Ford to make India an exports hub

Rediff.com2 May 2008

US carmaker Ford Motor Co, which aims to enter the Indian small car market by 2010, plans to make the country a regional hub for exports, both for the cars and engines.

'I was scared to death for Baba's life'

'I was scared to death for Baba's life'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

'I don't know if he put up a front but he never let me feel his morale was down. He told me how he was tackling the problems he was facing, or if there was some way the lawyers could help, but he would always tell me not to worry with a big broad smile.'

Polo GT has a serious challenger in Hyundai i20 N Line

Polo GT has a serious challenger in Hyundai i20 N Line

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

For the longest time the Polo GT had no real competition in terms of its build quality and product positioning. Until now, says Pavan Lall.

Mahindra electric car e2o now at Rs 4.79 lakh only!

Mahindra electric car e2o now at Rs 4.79 lakh only!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

The e2o is manufactured by Mahindra Reva Electric Vehicles.

Indian roads get ready for battle of little giants

Indian roads get ready for battle of little giants

Rediff.com8 Mar 2007

Sales of passenger vehicles in India are likely to grow at 14.9 per cent each year to touch the 2.1 million mark by 2010.

How the people's car was born and how it stayed that way

How the people's car was born and how it stayed that way

Rediff.com19 Nov 2014

Today, Suzuki depends on Maruti for its place in the world

Buddhadeb has no vision, no mission: Mamata

Buddhadeb has no vision, no mission: Mamata

Rediff.com21 May 2010

Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee on hit out at West Bengal Chief Minister Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee for claiming that she was taking her job as railway minister lightly and said it was he who did not have "vision" for setting up the small car project at Singur.

How Datsun plans to break into the big league

How Datsun plans to break into the big league

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Manufacturer Nissan plans to get aggressive with brand communication and increase the number of customer touchpoints through showrooms, experience zones and other initiatives.

Kerala train fire suspect admitted to hospital, transportation sparks row

Kerala train fire suspect admitted to hospital, transportation sparks row

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

A source in the medical college said the suspect, who was caught from Ratnagiri in Maharashtra on the Wednesday, was admitted there after his examination.

Tata Motors may roll out Nano on March 3

Tata Motors may roll out Nano on March 3

Rediff.com6 Feb 2009

Tata Motors' Nano, the small car seen as a symbol of India's expertise in frugal engineering, is likely to be launched on March 3. Billed as the world's cheapest, the small car's first recipients may be celebrities, including political leaders, social workers, sports stars and film stars.

It's cheaper to buy car insurance online

It's cheaper to buy car insurance online

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

'Online aggregators offer discounts of 70% to 75%.' 'At a car dealership, the discount is usually in the range of 30% to 35%.'

Toyota developing sub-Innova product for India

Toyota developing sub-Innova product for India

Rediff.com22 Oct 2009

Toyota Kirloskar Motors Limited is looking to make further inroads into the Indian market as it puts its strategy into overdrive. With the launch of the Prius and its small car in 2010, it is looking to add another volume product to its portfolio.

'We don't know if he was killed, if he's a hostage'

'We don't know if he was killed, if he's a hostage'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'The question is, which is worse?' 'Is it worse that he would be resting in peace or is it worse that he's being held by these terrible people who have attacked and killed babies and raped women?'

Finding 12 Lifers in Mizoram

Finding 12 Lifers in Mizoram

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Looking for Treasures From Mizoram to embrace through 2024 and beyond.

Suzuki sells more than 4 million cars globally, half in India

Suzuki sells more than 4 million cars globally, half in India

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

According to information available on the company's website, Swift, which was launched as a world strategic model in 2004, reached cumulative worldwide sales of four million units in August 2014 -- nine years and nine months since the start of sales in 2004.

Uttarakhand passes UCC bill, other BJP-ruled states get template

Uttarakhand passes UCC bill, other BJP-ruled states get template

Rediff.com8 Feb 2024

The Uttarakhand assembly on Wednesday passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, which may serve as a template for other Bharatiya Janata Party-run states to enact similar legislation.

With 33% market share, Maruti eyes top slot in SUV space by FY24

With 33% market share, Maruti eyes top slot in SUV space by FY24

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) - the market leader in small cars - is eyeing the top spot in the sports utility vehicle (SUV) segment within a year - with a 33 per cent share of the pie. The company has been selling two SUVs - the Brezza and the Grand Vitara - and will start deliveries of the Jimny and the Fronx from March-end, and has set a target of growing its share from the current 11.5 per cent of the SUV market to 33 per cent by the end of 2023-24. The SUV segment is roughly about 42 per cent of the total passenger vehicle market, or around 1.3 million units.

'Why Do We Need Cities Where People Travel Long Distances?'

'Why Do We Need Cities Where People Travel Long Distances?'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

'In the larger cities, we can see that 12%-20% of the population making use of the metros. I don't think it is happening in the smaller cities.'

Vadakara: The Most Important Contest In Kerala

Vadakara: The Most Important Contest In Kerala

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Shailaja Teacher, arguably the most famous Covid warrior in India, versus former student leader Shafi Parambil who defeated 'Metro Man' E Sreedharan in the last assembly election. Shyam G Menon reports from the Vadakara Lok Sabha constituency, which some feel is the most politically important contest in Kerala this election.

Tamil's Dysfunctional Families You Must Watch On OTT

Tamil's Dysfunctional Families You Must Watch On OTT

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Catch J Baby in theatres, and if you want to watch more touching Tamil stories on the dysfunctional family, Arjun Menon lists where you can find them on OTT.

Did cheap car tag, cars on fire ruin Nano's image?

Did cheap car tag, cars on fire ruin Nano's image?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2016

"Nano is like an open canvas for us. We have the option of positioning it on the lines of the (Volkswagen) Beetle or the (BMW) Mini."

Renault launches most fuel efficient petrol car, Kwid at Rs 2.57 lakh

Renault launches most fuel efficient petrol car, Kwid at Rs 2.57 lakh

Rediff.com24 Sep 2015

The new car, which would come in four variants and two options, is priced between Rs 2.57 lakh and Rs 3.53 lakh.

With new model, Hyundai Santro finally gets to be cool

With new model, Hyundai Santro finally gets to be cool

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

The new Santro, with a premium feel, is proof that when it comes to offering latest features and with it design at competitive prices, small cars are no longer shying away from entering a territory once occupied only by larger models, says Pawan Lall.

Maruti, Santro, Indica to cost Rs 21-23,000 less

Maruti, Santro, Indica to cost Rs 21-23,000 less

Rediff.com28 Feb 2006

In a major boost to the automobile industry, the finance minister on Tuesday cut the excise duty on small cars to 16%.

Excise: 2-wheeler makers demand further cut

Excise: 2-wheeler makers demand further cut

Rediff.com3 Mar 2008

The duty for two-wheelers and small cars has been brought down to 12 per cent in the Budget proposals, a move, two-wheeler manufacturers feel, would lead to unfair competition. "The excise duty on two-wheelers and three-wheelers should be brought down to 8 per cent," Chairman of Bajaj Auto Rahul Bajaj said.

Why diesel cars still make sense

Why diesel cars still make sense

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

The price differential between diesel and petrol has narrowed. But there are still enough reasons to opt for the diesel variant.

'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!''

'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!''

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'As we grow older, we fight much less with each other.' 'The magic mantra is 'Drop it!'' 'I would recommend it for all relationships.' 'In anger, we can say many hurtful things that can leave a deep scar, so dropping it is the healthy way of preventing that from happening.'

What went wrong with the people's car called Nano

What went wrong with the people's car called Nano

Rediff.com14 Apr 2016

Nano remains a cautionary tale of misplaced ambitions and a drag on profit.

'Prajwal Revanna is completely trapped'

'Prajwal Revanna is completely trapped'

Rediff.com2 May 2024

'Pura phas gaya woh... barbad, satyanash ho gaya woh.' 'Usko ticket bhi diya, election bhi ladha woh; ganda video bhi bahar aa gaya; hamara izzat bhi nikal diya woh; abhi letter ke baare main pooch ke kya hota hai?'

Tata Ryerson to invest Rs 120 cr in Singur

Tata Ryerson to invest Rs 120 cr in Singur

Rediff.com27 Apr 2007

Tata Ryerson, a 50:50 joint venture between Tata Steel and US-based Ryerson Inc, is investing Rs 120 crore (Rs 1.2 billion) for the Tata Motors' small car project at Singur.

Singur farmer commits suicide

Singur farmer commits suicide

Rediff.com12 Mar 2007

Police said Haradhan Bag (62) was found dead by his family members at his house in the Beraberi Purbapara area of Singur.

Will Nexa showrooms boost premium car sales for Maruti?

Will Nexa showrooms boost premium car sales for Maruti?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

Maruti Suzuki has given Nexa franchises to only existing dealers.

Realtors make hay as Singur prices zoom

Realtors make hay as Singur prices zoom

Rediff.com2 May 2007

Amar Ghosh, a real estate broker, is negotiating a deal with a Mumbai-based company for 65 acres around Singur, 40 km from Kolkata, at Rs 22.5 lakh (Rs 2.25 million) per acre.

Car recalled? Get the problem fixed

Car recalled? Get the problem fixed

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

Insurance claims will be partly or fully rejected if there are issues or accidents in the future.

Singur land: Tata Motors to pay Rs 1 cr per year

Singur land: Tata Motors to pay Rs 1 cr per year

Rediff.com15 Mar 2007

Sen said that as per the lease agreement, concluded recently with the company, it would have to pay a lease rent of Rs 1 crore per year for the first five years to the state.