Mahindra Launches new Mini Truck : Gio

Mahinra & Mahindra has launched its new light commercial vehicle "Gio" last Wednesday. The price of Gio is Rs. 1.65 lakhs and the company claims it to be the cheapest mini truck in India.

Mahindra Gio is India's first 0.5 ton compact truck. Gio is the most economical 4 wheel vehicle in the CV segment. Some features of the "Gio":
• India's first 0.5 ton compact truck
• Outstanding mileage of 27kmpl
• Low maintenance cost
• High performance 9.1 HP Kohler engine from Kohler USA for good pickup and load carrying capacity
• Ideal for intra city operations with payload of 0.5 Ton and small turning radius
• Stylish and trendy looks with signature Mahindra front grill
• Ergonomic design and ‘car like’ feel and features add to comfort and convenience
•Semi forward Cabin along with crumple zone for additional safety
• Available in five attractive shades
• Amazing price : Rs. 1.67 lakhs only!

Posted on: 31st October, 2009

Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2009

Registration for "ROYAL ENFIELD RIDER MAINA 2009" to be held at Goa, India from 17th to 20th November has finally started. Registration fee for the Royal Enfield Rider Mania is Rs. 500 only and will entitle you to:
● Entry to Rider Mania Events on all 4 days
● Discounted food and beverage at all venues
● A special edition Rider Mania T-Shirt
● Eligibility to participate in all events

Overview of Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2009 Events:
● Photography contest
● Motorcycle riding skill event
● Open Stage
● Custom Bike
● Bike-Q
● Motorcycle fixing and Handling

Finally you would be able to test drive the Royal Enfield Classic 500 EFI motorbike only at Rider Mania 2009.

Click here for Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2009 Official Site. If you want you could regisiter for Rider Mania HERE.

Posted on: 31st October, 2009

General Motors cruises in with CRUZE

Genaral Motors India kicked up competition in the sedan segment by driving in Cruze at an aggresive entry price of Rs. 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), placing the model below competitors like Honda Civic, Toyota Altis, Skoda Laura and Volkswagen Jetta. The Cruze, that comes in two variants, sports a 2 litre diesel engine and the company plans to introduce a petrol as well as an automatic version after sometimes.The pricing of the Cruze indicates GM's aggresive stance, especially as the company attempts to strengthen its branding in India and move away from the negative impact of bankruptcy and restructuring its parent in US.

The segment in which Cruze has been launched commands monthly sale of around 4000 units and GM's marketing head Ankush Arora said it has been growing at a little over 10%. The company expects sell of 800-1000units of Cruze monthly in beginning before the number stabilizes around 600 units, Arora added.

Source: TOI

BMW debuts sports car Z4 in India

German luxury carmaker BMW on monday launched sports car the "BMW Z4" in India, which has been priced at Rs. 59 Lakh. The company aims to sell about 30-40 units in the next three months.
For the current year, BMW aims to sell over 3000 units. Till September, the firm has sold 2738 units, BMW India president Peter Kronschnabl said. In 2008, the luxury carmaker has sold 2908 units in India. Kronschnabl added that BMW was trying to strengthen its position in Indian luxury car segment.

Source: TNN & AGENCIES

Kawasaki Ninja 250R launched in INDIA

Bajaj has finally launched the Kawasaki Ninja 250R and its ready to set the Indian roads ablaze. Adoringly called as the "Baby Ninja", this motorcycle with awesome look and a great road performance is priced around Rs. 2.7 Lakhs.

Kawasaki Ninja 250R is manufactured by Japanese two-wheeler maker Kawasaki. The bookings for the most awaited model Kawasaki Ninja 250R from India's second largest two-wheeler manufacturer Bajaj Motors Ltd. would begin before Diwali. Whereas, the deliveries of this latest launch Kawasaki Ninja 250R in India would happen immediately.

Reads the technical specification of Kawasaki Ninja 250R HERE!

Porsche drives in Rs. 1.4 Crore Panamera

German sports carmaker Porsche on Tuesday drove in its Panamera luxury sedan with a starting price of Rs. 1.4 Crore (ex-showroom Delhi), saying it expects 20% growth in sales in India this year, though on a small base. The company sold 168 units in India last year expects the 2009 sales to top the 200 unit mark as it opens delearship in newer cities like Cochin, Hyderabad and Chennai and rolls out new brands like the Panamera and the new Boxster that was showcased at the Geneva Motor Show.
"The volumes may be small in India, but it is an evolving market and we are confident that numers will risein the coming years", said Rod Wallace, MD of Precision Cars, the importers of Porsche vehicles for India. Wallace said demand for luxury products like Porsche was still there, even though the segment suffered from economic slowdown. "Already 13 units were pre-sold before launch. We have also received six additional enquiriesfor the car", he said.

Source: TOI

Launching of Ninja 250R in India

The long awaited wait now is going to be over for Bajaj is about to launch the beast Kawasaki Ninja 250R on 7th October, 2009 in India. With killer looks and a superb road performance this beast will cost around Rs. 1.6 -2.0 Lakhs (as I've already mentioned in my earlier post). The Ninja 250R will be available in Metallic Diablo Black, Sunbeam Red, Candy Thunder Blue, Special Edition Lime Green / Metallic Diablo Black colours.

Well the booking for this road king by Bajaj Motors Ltd. would begin before Diwali (So, guys get ready for booking yours!). Whereas, deleveries of upcoming models would happen immediately.
A techinical Specification of Kawasaki Ninja 250R:

•Engine Type - Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin.

•Displacement - 249 cc

•Bore & Stroke - 62.0 x 41.2mm

•Maximum Torque - 22 Nm (2.24 kgf/m) 16.2 lb-ft/9,500 rpm

•Compression Ratio - 11.6:1

•Carburetor - Keihin CVK30 x 2

•Ignition - Digital

•Transmission - 6-Speed

•Final Drive - O-Ring Chain

•Cooling - Liquid

•Frame - Semi-Double Cradle, high tensile strength.

•Rake/Trail - 26 degrees / 3.2 in

•Front Tire Size - 110/70-17

•Rear Tire Size - 130/70-17

•Wheelbase - 55.1 in.

•Front Brake -Single 290mm hydraulic disc with two-piston caliper

•Rear Brake - Single 220mm petal disc with two-piston caliper

•Fuel Tank Capacity - 4.8 gallon

•Seat Height - 30.5 in

•Overall length - 82.1 in.

•Overall width - 28.1 in.

•Overall height - 43.7 in.