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Skoda awaits a ride with Tata Motors

Skoda awaits a ride with Tata Motors

Rediff.com3 May 2017

The company believes there is a shift in consumer demand, more buyers could opt for Skoda in future

Fiat Punto EVO: It has better ride quality than Swift, Polo

Fiat Punto EVO: It has better ride quality than Swift, Polo

Rediff.com1 Aug 2014

It will be prices between Rs 506,000 and Rs 775,000.

Auto loan: How to get the best option

Auto loan: How to get the best option

Rediff.com20 Jun 2012

Lenders offer both fixed and floating rates and the period usually varies between three and five years.

All-new VW Vento launched at Rs 7.44 lakh

All-new VW Vento launched at Rs 7.44 lakh

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

The big feature is the introduction of the 1.5-litre four-cylinder diesel engine.

The Ambassador goes for a major facelift

The Ambassador goes for a major facelift

Rediff.com13 Apr 2011

Hindustan Motors' iconic car is set to get a radical makeover, but is it too late in the day?

Get ready! 4 new hatchbacks are coming

Get ready! 4 new hatchbacks are coming

Rediff.com9 May 2011

There are no official confirmed dates available but here's a look at what they have to offer.

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

India, one of the world's fastest growing auto markets, will see the launch of over ten vehicles, including small cars during the 10th Auto Expo.

5 things you want to know about Hyundai i20 Active Crossover

5 things you want to know about Hyundai i20 Active Crossover

Rediff.com28 Feb 2015

Hyundai i20 Active would feature almost the same specs as Elite i20 hatch.

Technology to smarten your wheels

Technology to smarten your wheels

Rediff.com4 Oct 2010

RIM, maker of BlackBerry, has signalled its intention to cash in on this trend by buying QNX Software Systems -- a key software supplier, to some of the world's leading car companies, including Volkswagen, BMW and Hyundai.

Maruti Kizashi to hit the roads soon

Maruti Kizashi to hit the roads soon

Rediff.com14 Jan 2011

These cars are priced between Rs 12 lakhs (Rs 1.2 million) and Rs 20 lakhs (Rs 2 million).

Mercedes to launch 15 new models in India

Mercedes to launch 15 new models in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The Three-Pointed Star also unveiled its 2021 motto coined as 'Reimagining Excellence', which aims at making the brand more desirable and drawing customers closer.

The Rs 4.17 crore Bentley Bentayga offers a perfect ride

The Rs 4.17 crore Bentley Bentayga offers a perfect ride

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

The Bentayga can go from a standstill to 100 km/hr in 4.5 seconds, and, if you can keep your foot down, the speedometer will climb all the way to 290 km/hr!

What makes Fiat Urban Cross a good companion to live with?

What makes Fiat Urban Cross a good companion to live with?

Rediff.com16 May 2017

The Fiat Urban Cross brings the 'Urban' back into the small hatchback with some beefed-up looks and quintessential Italian flair and quirks, writes Indian automobile website MotorBeam.

India's first and ONLY woman superbike racer

India's first and ONLY woman superbike racer

Rediff.com16 Aug 2013

Alisha Abdullah who took to racing at age nine, takes us through the moments that defined her life and career.

From Ferrari to Rolls, they are all there!

From Ferrari to Rolls, they are all there!

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Crisis in the automotive industry is not over yet, but there are increasing signs that the bottom has been reached.

Honda Jazz: Not very exciting, but the 2nd most fuel efficient car in India

Honda Jazz: Not very exciting, but the 2nd most fuel efficient car in India

Rediff.com24 Jun 2015

"Honda Jazz is very spacious and the flexibility inside the cabin makes it extremely versatile, while the new and punchy diesel heart comes at the right time," says Indian motoring website MotorBeam.

VW Pune plant may produce Skoda Fabia

VW Pune plant may produce Skoda Fabia

Rediff.com5 May 2008

Skoda Auto is considering shifting the production of the Fabia, its compact hatchback, to parent company Volkswagen's Chakan plant in Pune. At present, Skoda is manufacturing cars at its Aurangabad plant. The surge in demand has pushed the waiting period for the car to more than 2 months.

Why India's automobile business is like Bollywood

Why India's automobile business is like Bollywood

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

What worked for Hyundai in India when so many other auto manufacturers have had to eat humble pie? Pavan Lall finds out.

Slowdown? These auto firms are betting big on India

Slowdown? These auto firms are betting big on India

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

Global auto companies are investing huge money to build infrastructure in the country despite the slowdown.

First Drive: Audi A8L, the best money can buy

First Drive: Audi A8L, the best money can buy

Rediff.com21 Jan 2011

The Audi A8L's pricing is yet to be disclosed, but we believe it will be close to Rs 80 lakh.

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.

Auto sector zooms ahead in 2006

Auto sector zooms ahead in 2006

Rediff.com20 Dec 2006

The Indian automobile industry had an action-packed year with big-ticket announcements such as excise duty cut for small cars, entry of German car major Volkswagen and Mahindra's tie-up with Renault.

Global auto market share: Winners and losers

Global auto market share: Winners and losers

Rediff.com21 Feb 2013

Of the top 10 companies expected to gain market share in future, only two Volkswagen and BMW come from Western nations.

India not a priority market until 2015: VW

India not a priority market until 2015: VW

Rediff.com1 Nov 2012

The management feels that environment in India is not conducive to make further investments. It plans to wait until 2015 and hope things will improve by then.

For carmakers India remains a complex market with few successes

For carmakers India remains a complex market with few successes

Rediff.com29 Aug 2017

Big brands like Hyundai, Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), Toyota and Renault have lost share.

Herbie has its funny moments

Herbie has its funny moments

Rediff.com29 Jul 2005

Global audio brand Harman tunes in to India

Global audio brand Harman tunes in to India

Rediff.com10 Nov 2011

Harman, the premium global audio and infotainment group, which retails brands such as JBL, AKG and Harman-Kardon, is training Indian engineers based at its research and development centre in Bangalore to work on audio components for brands like BMW and Audi. This business contributes an estimated $600 million to the company's sales.

Skoda reveals the next generation Octavia

Skoda reveals the next generation Octavia

Rediff.com17 Dec 2012

The current Octavia, known as the Laura here, is getting a little long in the tooth so it's right on time, this new model.

When Auto Expo paid tribute to Bollywood

When Auto Expo paid tribute to Bollywood

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

Bollywood has always had a special fascination with wheels, be in motorcycles or cars. So it was no wonder that a special enclave was created at the ongoing Auto Expo 2016 in Greater Noida to tip the hat to the iconic films where the automobile played a critical part.

Auto Expo: From concept vehicles to facelifts, over 70 launches are scheduled

Auto Expo: From concept vehicles to facelifts, over 70 launches are scheduled

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

During the six-day-long event, automakers have planned 10 global launches, 26 India specific launches, six concept vehicles, seven facelifts and 21 vehicle unveilings.

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.

Are you ready for the Citroen?

Are you ready for the Citroen?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2021

Making a debut in India with an SUV, Citroen's products in the next couple of years will clearly chart and define its destiny in what has become both a vibrant but also a daunting market for foreign entrants, says Pavan Lall.

From OOH to Aah: Billboard players are putting up a brave face

From OOH to Aah: Billboard players are putting up a brave face

Rediff.com3 Aug 2012

Travellers at the Mumbai airport were in for a surprise recently. They were greeted by Volkswagen's flagship product Beetle. Not the original one, but a car made from scrap, which was a "tailor-made" out of home (OOH) advertisement designed by DDB MudraMax.

Suzuki terminates pact with VW, seeks return of shares

Suzuki terminates pact with VW, seeks return of shares

Rediff.com18 Nov 2011

Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) on Friday said it has terminated the partnership pact with Volkswagen AG (VW) after two years of unsuccessful attempts to gain access to technology from the German firm.

The stunning Skoda Rapid soon in India

The stunning Skoda Rapid soon in India

Rediff.com11 Nov 2011

Reports suggest that this new sedan has a lot of potential to beat its competitors in the segment.

Rs 420 crore penalty imposed on Hyundai Motor

Rs 420 crore penalty imposed on Hyundai Motor

Rediff.com28 Jul 2015

The automaker was found to have engaged in anti-competitive practices.