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BMW plans to take on Asian rivals

BMW plans to take on Asian rivals

Rediff.com19 Mar 2007

BMW, the German luxury carmaker, plans to take on its Asian rivals - Toyota, Honda, Hyundai - with the core strategy of making customised cars from its flexible production lines to stay ahead in its century-old luxury marquee business.

Maruti to restart production at Manesar plant on May 12

Maruti to restart production at Manesar plant on May 12

Rediff.com7 May 2020

A clutch of automakers including Maruti Suzuki, Hero MotoCorp, Mercedes Benz India, Eicher Motors, TVS Motor, and Isuzu Motors India announced they had got the clearance from the governments of the states they operate in to resume operations.

Have mid-sized sedans reached the end of the road?

Have mid-sized sedans reached the end of the road?

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

With multiple options in the compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) and compact sedan space, the mid-size sedan seems to be losing its charm among customers.

The 20 YO lighting up F1

The 20 YO lighting up F1

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

Meet Lando Norris, who pipped Lewis Hamilton in the Austrian F1 on July 5 for a podium finish.

SsangYong Rexton takes on its competitors Fortuner, Pajero

SsangYong Rexton takes on its competitors Fortuner, Pajero

Rediff.com23 May 2014

When it comes to price versus the features, Mahindra's beast is a clear winner.

Stunning cars: Owner's pride, neighbour's envy

Stunning cars: Owner's pride, neighbour's envy

Rediff.com30 Nov 2012

The Los Angeles Auto Show saw the debut of a range of new models including the Toyota RAV4, Mazda a6, Kia Sorento, Subaru Forester, Porsche Cayman, Chevrolet Spark EV and Audi diesel.

Can Tesla win India where most US carmakers have failed?

Can Tesla win India where most US carmakers have failed?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2021

What will it take for Tesla to plug and play in India? Sector pundits say it's a mix of strategy, getting the price right, timing, the right talent, and above all, patience.

F1 title a matter of time: Ralf

F1 title a matter of time: Ralf

Rediff.com9 Mar 2007

Toyota's Ralf Schumacher considers himself one of the top three drivers in Formula One.

7 sedans with the BEST mileage

7 sedans with the BEST mileage

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

Car makers are either tweaking their existing engines or developing new powertrains to attain maximum mileage numbers and attract more buyers.

5 most notorious car recalls in India

5 most notorious car recalls in India

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

American car makers are know for it but Indian manufacturers are soon catching up with the trend.

India could host F1 race in 2009: Vijay Mallya

India could host F1 race in 2009: Vijay Mallya

Rediff.com13 Jan 2007

The leading businessman said after signing a sponsorship agreement between his Kingfisher Airlines and the Toyota team that he was confident the sport would come to the sub-continent.

Datsun Go+: A Maruti Ertiga competitor for around Rs 5 lakh

Datsun Go+: A Maruti Ertiga competitor for around Rs 5 lakh

Rediff.com28 May 2014

It could turn out to be the cheapest multi-utility vehicle.

Continuing with its focus on R&D, Tata Steel plans to develop 40 high-end products

Continuing with its focus on R&D, Tata Steel plans to develop 40 high-end products

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

New products being designed mainly for auto, oil & gas sectors; firm is raising Kalinganagar plant capacity from three mtpa to eight mtpa

When fans boo their own players....

When fans boo their own players....

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

Players from both teams took a knee in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement before Wednesday's game at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, but their gesture was overshadowed by booing from a small section of fans.

Luxury cars hard hit by Supreme Court ban

Luxury cars hard hit by Supreme Court ban

Rediff.com17 Dec 2015

The ban does not speak about used luxury cars.

India's automakers hit the fast lane in overseas markets

India's automakers hit the fast lane in overseas markets

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

Even as domestic passenger car sales declined 29.4 per cent between April and August this year, exports grew 6.5 per cent, partially cushioning the blow from slowing sales.

Mammoth comeback

Mammoth comeback

Rediff.com28 Nov 2016

The Toyota Fortuner returns in a sleek, feature-packed avatar, writes Joshua David Luther

DC Design to give Renault Duster a makeover

DC Design to give Renault Duster a makeover

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

After giving an extreme makeover to popular cars such as Toyota Fortuner and the Mahindra XUV500, DC Design is working on Renault Duster.

Auto sales collapse in May amid lockdown

Auto sales collapse in May amid lockdown

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

After the easing of lockdown in mid-May, auto companies were able to resume production in a phased manner, but the ramp-up was slow due to a broken supply chain, and lockdown-induced restrictions.

Slippery road ahead for car makers in India

Slippery road ahead for car makers in India

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Toyota, M&M and Honda are making tough adjustments to their growth plans as uncertainty over diesel vehicles and fuel emission norms rises

Team by team analysis

Team by team analysis

Rediff.com25 Apr 2005

Team by team analysis of Sunday's San Marino Formula One Grand Prix (listed in championship order).\n

Maruti's market share has zoomed past global trends

Maruti's market share has zoomed past global trends

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Maruti is now at a market share of 50.4%, up from 47.3% last year. In China, the world's biggest market, Volkswagen is the largest, with a share of 17%. In America, the second biggest, GM is leader with 18%. One exception is South Korea, where Hyundai has a market share in excess of 60%.

13 amazing cars on display at Auto Expo 2014

13 amazing cars on display at Auto Expo 2014

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

If you haven't had a chance to visit the show, we take you through the best four-wheelers on display at the event.

Sanam, Vishnu reach quarter-finals of Asian Tennis C'ship

Sanam, Vishnu reach quarter-finals of Asian Tennis C'ship

Rediff.com30 Nov 2013

India's Sanam Singh and Vishnu Vardhan have made their way into the quarter-finals of the Toyota Asian Tennis Championship at Bangkok, Thailand.

Car recalls in India and abroad this year

Car recalls in India and abroad this year

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

Over seven lakh vehicles have been recalled by various manufacturers in India since 2012.

Car recalls in India and abroad this year

Car recalls in India and abroad this year

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

Over seven lakh vehicles have been recalled by various manufacturers in India since 2012.

Best cars in India as rated by the owners

Best cars in India as rated by the owners

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

Let's take a look at top three cars across nine different segments as rated by the owners.

15-year-old boy, mother buy cars for $ 1 each!

15-year-old boy, mother buy cars for $ 1 each!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2013

In a believe it or not sale, a 15-year-old boy and his mother in the US both secured amazing deals on 'Black Friday', a day of drastic discounts and rock-bottom prices in the US, buying cars for $1 each.

Car sales in India remain mixed in April

Car sales in India remain mixed in April

Rediff.com1 May 2013

The new financial year started on a mixed note for car makers.

Pakistan woman footballer dies in accident

Pakistan woman footballer dies in accident

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

Pakistan's women's football team striker Shahlyla Ahmadzai Baloch has died in a car accident in Karachi on Thursday.

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

There are a whopping 10 sedans slated for a launch in India this year. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com gives the lowdown.

Ralf Schumacher criticises Ferrari

Ralf Schumacher criticises Ferrari

Rediff.com26 Apr 2005

The Toyota driver has accused Ferrari of putting their own interests ahead of the future of Formula One.

Luxury carmakers change lanes to cruise in a slow market

Luxury carmakers change lanes to cruise in a slow market

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

BMW is just another of the many bringing entry-level luxury cars to the market.

Narain retires after two laps

Narain retires after two laps

Rediff.com3 Apr 2005

The Indian ace's Jordan-Toyota E15 developed electrical problems and he was forced to retire in the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Low festive season purchases dent car sales growth

Low festive season purchases dent car sales growth

Rediff.com1 Nov 2017

The auto industry has had a mixed month. The build up to Dhanteras and Diwali was good but the demand tapered off subsequently.

Modi's hardest task in 2021: Creating jobs

Modi's hardest task in 2021: Creating jobs

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

The biggest worry is not the shrinking of the labour market, but the collapse of good jobs.

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

New electric and hybrid vehicles on display as manufacturers plug into environment-friendly segment.

Tata Manza locks horns with Honda Amaze

Tata Manza locks horns with Honda Amaze

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Competitors are feeling threatened with the initial success of Honda Amaze.