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