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Mercedes Benz C-Class to get upgrades in 2013 model year

German automaker, Mercedes-Benz is being reported to change its compact executive cars’ (C-Class) in the mdoel year 2013.

First Look on the 2015 Audi R8

A look at the much rumored Audi R8 and the features it can carry within it.

Hyundai Elantra Fluidic to be launched on 13th August

Hyundai is all set to make its Elantra Fluidic available in the Indian market. The sedan is to hit the market through New Delhi on 13th August.

2013 Audi R8 becomes faster than before..

All new Audi 2013 models to be available for order from August.

New Mahindra Verito vs Competitors

Mahindra reveals new Verito facelift. Here is a comparison of the new verito with the MarutiDzire, Toyota Etios and Ford Classic.

Sunday, January 26, 2014

Bentley Home Collection Debuts in Paris

Bentley Motors presents its range of luxury home and executive furniture at the Maison & Objet fair in Paris, designed and manufactured in collaboration with Luxury Living Group, one of Europe’s leading furniture makers. The collection is inspired by the renowned craftsmanship and exquisite materials that characterize the interiors of all Bentley models.:
Read More  : http://www.indiandrives.com/bentley-home-collection-debuts-in-paris.html

Nissan Patrol Facelift Unveiled

Nissan Patrol Facelift
Nissan has unveiled the facelift of sixth-gen Patrol SUV with some ultimate changes that were most needed. The major ones can be named as flashy front grille, sculpted front bumpers, LED treatments for headlamps and some round edges. The alloys too are new, and the tail lamps are given slight makeover.
Read More : http://www.indiandrives.com/nissan-patrol-facelift-unveiled.html

Thursday, January 23, 2014

Williams reveals 2014 Formula One Car

Williams Reveals 2014 Formula One Car
Williams is second in line of Formula One teams to reveal its 2014 race car. The new F1 car of Williams features an engine and Energy Recovery System, sourced from Mercedes Benz.
Read More : http://usa.indiandrives.com/williams-reveals-2014-formula-one-car.html

Land Rover is planning a new baby SUV

Land Rover DC100 Concept
Land Rover is planning to introduce a new baby SUV, which will be called Landy. The car is said to be based on the Evoque platform, along with a sporty style. Sources in Jaguar Land Rover have hinted about the car maker building the new SUV. It is from those very sources we have learnt about the idea about the car being based on the Evoque concept.
Read More : http://www.indiandrives.com/land-rover-is-planning-a-new-baby-suv.html

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Mercedes Benz C-Class AMG Sport revealed

Mercedes C-Class AMG Sport
Mercedes Benz will be offering the new C-Class AMG Sport in the United Kingdom. The company is expecting that this new model of the car will replace the AMG Plus Sport variant and the AMG Sport variant. The new Sport edition has been based on the outgoing C-Class model. This new trim that has been revealed will be offered with the options of coupe, sedan and wagon.
Read More : http://www.indiandrives.com/mercedes-benz-c-class-amg-sport-revealed.html

Fiat completes acquisition of Chrysler

Fiat completes acquisition of Chrysler
Fiat was seen funding the 1,750 USD from the cash they had in hand available at the moment and Chrysler was seen funding the special distribution from the cash they had available in their hands.
As announced earlier, Chrysler Group and the United Automobile, International Union, Agricultural Implement Workers of America and Aerospace had entered into a Memorandum of Understanding.

Read More : http://usa.indiandrives.com/fiat-completes-acquisition-of-chrysler.html

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Mahindra Quanto Gets Yoga Seats

Mahindra Quanto
Mahindra pumped hard to push the maximum number of Quanto on sales floor, but due to its inconvenient seating option, and also the unusual styling cues, compact SUV of Mahindra didn’t managed to churn out good numbers from the lot.
Check More Details : http://www.indiandrives.com/mahindra-quanto-gets-yoga-seats.html

100,000th Nissan Leaf gets Studded with Coins, Sold in UK

100000th Nissan Leaf gets Studded with Coins Sold in UK
Nissan launched the Leaf in most of the international markets during 2010. And recently, it sold the “100,000th Leaf to a British buyer based in Hampshire”. The 100,000th Leaf was a UK-built model finished in Tekna white.
Check More details : http://www.indiandrives.com/100000th-nissan-leaf-gets-studded-with-coins-sold-in-uk.html

Suzuki Inazuma Launched in India for Rs. 3,10,121 ex-showroom Delhi

Suzuki Inazuma Launched in India
Putting an end to unending number of spy-shots and extruding vibe of hype, Suzuki Motorcycle India Limited (SMIL), a subsidiary of one of the world’s leading two-wheeler manufacturers Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, launched the 250cc Suzuki Inazuma for Rs. 3,10,121 (ex-showroom, New Delhi). Whether it is the big bike looks, stylish design or easy-to-master power delivery, the 250cc Inazuma has them all.
Check more details : http://bikes.indiandrives.com/suzuki-inazuma-launched-in-india-for-rs-310121-ex-showroom-delhi.html

2015 Ford Mustang sells for $300,000

2015 Ford Mustang
The new Ford Mustang will be offered with threevariants, the V6 base model, the mid level turbo V8, and the last variant being the one bought at the auction. The 5.0-litre, V8 engine of the car is said to deliver 420hp with maximum torque of 396 pound per feet.
More Details : http://usa.indiandrives.com/2015-ford-mustang-sells-for-300000.html

Sunday, January 19, 2014

UM Motorcycles Soon to Arrive in India at Delhi Auto Expo 2014

UM Motorcycles Soon to Arrive in India
The UM Engineer and Design Team is obsessed with making motorcycles more stylish while increasing the safety and convenience for the rider. Many of these innovations can only be found in high end cars, but UM has been able to integrate them into the UM Motorcycles.
Read More : http://bikes.indiandrives.com/um-motorcycles-soon-to-arrive-in-india-at-delhi-auto-expo-2014.html

Aston Martin and Mercedes Benz tie-up may get extended

Aston Martin and Mercedes Benz tie-up may get extended
Aston Martin is one of the most popular English manufacturers of sports cars. The Company was a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company. In the year 2007, ninety percent of Aston Martin was bought by investors led by David Richard.  Mercedes Benz, on the other hand, is a German automobile manufacturer. The brand produces trucks, coaches, buses and luxury cars. It is considered to be one of the best luxury car selling automakers in the world.

Read More : http://www.indiandrives.com/aston-martin-and-mercedes-benz-tie-up-may-get-extended.html

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Audi to display A3 sedan at the 2014 Auto Expo

 Audi RS7 sedan
Audi has announced the line-up of its cars that it will be displaying at the Auto Expo 2014. The cars that will be displayed are the R18 e-tron Quattro, RS7 and the A3 sedan. The big news is for the A3 sedan, which will join the other cars of the company later during year. The car will belong to the slot below A4. Although the car is quite similar to the A4, the size of the car is not very large and it can be easily compared to Toyota Corolla.
Read More : http://www.indiandrives.com/audi-to-display-a3-sedan-at-the-2014-auto-expo.html

Delay in re-launch of Jeep

Delay in re-launch of Jeep
Looking at the poor economic growth in India and the decreasing demand for cars, the re-launch of Jeep has been delayed. It was known that the company was preparing to launch a total of three new models in the Indian market, but looking at the economic scenario, the company’s plans have been delayed. The car is now not even expected after the Auto Expo which will be held in February.
Read More: http://www.indiandrives.com/delay-in-re-launch-of-jeep.html

Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Garwood Spoke Wheels for Superbikes!

Garwood Spoke Wheels for Superbikes!
Superbikes are most admired with chunky alloys and glamorous mags, but how about going with the classic spokes? Well, that’s what the Garwood has heard from the audience and acted responsibly towards their pleas of getting spoke wheels for their superbikes.

Honda Amaze SX Variant Launched at Rs. 6.22 lakh ex-showroom Delhi

Honda Amaze SX Variant Launched at Rs. 6.22 lakh ex-showroom Delhi
Honda sold 52,000 Amaze since launch, as what we have reported recently. Confronting one more variant to the boosting sales of Amaze, Honda launched SX variant of it, which sits above the Amaze S trim and below the top-end VX trim.

Porsche Cayenne gets Platinum Edition

Porsche Cayenne
Porsche is increasing the level of luxury available in the V-6 diesel and gasoline Cayenne models. The car is expected to feature changes similar like that of the Panamera Platinum before.

Mahindra Mojo 300 more spy-shots surfaced

Mahindra Mojo 300 more spy-shots
Mahindra Mojo 300 is nearing the launch. And last minute city-testing is concluding blunder of spy-shots, which have surfaced more clearly than before.
The latest set of spy-shots clarified Mojo 300 to look impressive on the roads, and also reclined to have an impressive road-presence. The camouflages though has coveted the detailing of the two-wheeler, but a layout structure of the bike is now clearly visible which earlier were not seems to be a part of the Mojo spy-shots legacy.

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Audi Crossover Coupe Concept Leaks Before 2014 Detroit Motor Show Debut

Audi Crossover Coupe Concept
Audi Crossover Concept speaks of a new designing language for the brand. Razor-sharpened headlights, compact front grille, plastic cladding on the lower body section, massive 19-inch wheels, and impressive roof rails are some the tweaks noticed.

BMW Recalls More Than 50,000 Bikes in North America

BMW Motorrad of North America has issued a voluntary recall for 50,184 bikes manufactured between 2005 and 2012.
The recall for the replacement of main and auxiliary fuel pumps which ‘may’ have been cracked or leaked.

Thursday, January 9, 2014

Tata Nano Twist spotted sans the camouflage

Tata Nano Twist spotted
The new Nano does not seem to have too many changes with respect to its previous models. The car will only feature new badging and will be offered to the customers with an additional color option of Damson Purple. The instrument panel has now been redesigned, which comprises of LED fuel and temperature gauges. The digital clock and the digital trip meter have been repositioned, along with the new power steering system interface.

Yamaha unveils its maiden Brand Mascot: Launches a first of its kind Yamaha Children Safety Program

Yamaha unveils its maiden Brand Mascot Launches a first of its kind Yamaha Children Safety Program
The Yamaha Children Safety Program (YCSP) is a first of its kind social initiative by the company to educate and influence both parents and children about vital road safety measures. The Mascot has been developed to arouse interest among kids about the program. The mascot is indeed a lovable character who the kids would love to associate with.

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

2014 Parx Super Car Show to be held on 12th January

2014 Parx Super Car Show to be held on 12th January
Kick starting the year 2014, Parx Super Show is back in its sixth edition on 12th January 2014. The one of most adored super car event in the city of Mumbai, this time will be hitting the city roads with a larger fleet of super vehicles which will roar the rouge of adrenaline in every auto enthusiast.

New Honda City diesel launched at Rs.8.62 lakhs

New Honda City diesel
The Japanese carmaker, Honda, has launched the new Honda City in India along with its first diesel model at a starting price of Rs.8.62lakhs. The company has also launched the petrol variant of the car, which starts from Rs.7.42lakhs. This fourth generation sedan had been unveiled on 25th November globally and is now available in India with a price tag between Rs.8.62-10.98lakhs.

2003 Ferrari Enzo for sale at $3 Million

2003 Ferrari Enzo for sale at $3 Million
Ferrari seems to have had a good start at the beginning of 2014. There are a lot of stories being heard about the classic Ferraris that will be at the 2014 auction block. The new LaFerrari is said to have an asking price of $3.2 million. Some people feel that asking price of the used Ferrari Enzo (F60) is too steep at $3 million.

US Army tests hybrid truck with Subaru engine

US Army tests Subaru powered hybrid truck
The United States military is always studying the different kind of drivetrains that they might encounter during their operations. A sample of the study could be the L-ATV and the hybrid technical hauler from the Quantum Technologies.

Monday, January 6, 2014

Rolls-Royce Ghost V-Spec Edition Announced with 601 Horsepower

Rolls-Royce announced a performance oriented Ghost V-Spec edition with 601hp being delivered from that existing 6.6L twin-turbocharged V12 engine.
Ghost V-Spec edition is announced only for a German Rolls-Royce dealer.

Jaguar XF 2.0L Petrol Launched for Rs. 48.30 lakh ex-showroom Mumbai

Jaguar XF 2.0L Petrol Launched
Jaguar XF 2.0L petrol engine is a great value proposition for customers, offering best in class power output and torque in the segment. The 2.0L petrol engine derivative comes with an array of standard features such rear view camera, TV Tuner, full size spare wheels, sun-roof and navigation.

Friday, January 3, 2014

Real reasons for Paul Walker’s death revealed

Real reasons for Paul Walker's death revealed
The investigation into the accident of Paul Walker has reached its end. There is quite a lot of information already available on the internet about his accident, of which some are true and some are false.

Thursday, January 2, 2014

1,067 Cars Burned in France on New Year’s Eve

1,067 Cars Burned in France on New Year's Eve
Just like every year, this year French too burnt their cars on New Year’s Eve.
1,067 cars were blown-off on the outskirts of France to mark the significance of New Year Bash. To be specific, this year the numbers of cars went down by “10%” compared to the vehicles burnt last year.
Read More :http://www.indiandrives.com/1067-cars-burned-in-france-on-new-years-eve.html

Formula E car set for public demonstration on January 6

Formula E car
Formula E cars are said to be set for public demonstration by this month. These cars are all new electronic Formula E cars that will be demonstrated on 6th January in Las Vegas. The car that will be driven by Lucas Di Grassi, the Formula One driver, is the Spark Renault SRT_01E.

Indian Motorcycle India Launch on 22nd January 2014: Confirmed

Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle India launch is the first bike-thing we fallen upon after the New Year’s bash. Confirmed for debut on 22nd January ’14 the Polaris Industries owned bike-making brand is expected to roll-out three models in the first phase; they are expectedly named as Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chief Vintage and Indian Chieftain.

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Dubai Police Adds McLaren MP4-12C to Fleet

McLaren MP4-12C to Fleet
Bugatti, Ferrari, Lamborghini, AMG, Bentley, Aston Martin and many others have already made their way to Dubai Police Compound; the British supercar is just added to go for a sort of burnouts on the oil rich land of Sheikhs. Powered by a 3.8L V8 of 625hp-600Nm, the McLaren MP4-12C can chase its opponents with numbers ranging between 0-100 kmph in 3.3 seconds with a top hit of 329 kmph.

Joint Sports Car plans by Toyota and BMW finalized

Joint Sports Car plans by Toyota and BMW finalized
Toyota and BMW had signed memorandums towards the end of 2011 for the collaboration of a number of projects. These projects included researches to be carried out in the next generation of battery, platform development for a new sports car as well as hydrogen fuel cells.