Showing posts with label Automotive. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Automotive. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Honda launches VTR 250 bike in India


A new bike is launched by Honda motors in India its name is Honda VTR 250.It is believed that this bike will be launched in the Indian market by the end of this year or early next year. Honda bikes might have understood the demand of 250cc bikes in Indian market with the launch of their Honda CBR 250R.

At present, there are only two such bikes in Indian market that fall in same segment with Honda VTR 250. These two bikes are Honda CBR 250R and Kawasaki Ninja 250R. Out of these two bikes, demand of Honda CBR 250R is more as Kawasaki Ninja is more expensive. The so called bike FZ 250 and R25 by Yamaha bikes are not going to enter Indian market in near future. This second bike that is being launched by Honda is sure to strength its position and maintain its dominance in the segment of 250cc bikes.

This bike has been priced competitively with Honda CBR 250R. According to the speculations in the market, the ex-showroom price of this bike is supposed to be INR 1,50,000. It is not sure about which colours will be available in this bike in India. However, in international market, this bike is available in Graphite Black, Italian Red and Pearl Sunbeam White colours. As it is a naked bike, it is supposed that it will generate good demand in the market.

Honda VTR 250 is a 90 degree V-twin bike offered by Honda bikes and it has only one major upgrade. Original versions of this bike were sold only in Canada and USA from 1988 to 1990. The model that is being launched here is naked bike whose production started in the year 1997. It was available in Asia-Pacific region only. From the year 2009, it is also available in European nations. In some countries, this bike is also called as the Interceptor

Monday, June 20, 2011

THE COMPACT SUV-AUDI Q3

After months of speculation Audi revealed their smallest SUV ever at shanghai auto show.The Q3 is the third addition to Audi’s Q series placing itself as a premium rival to the likes of the Ford Kuga and the Nissan Qashqai, and in direct competition with the BMW X1, and the hotly anticipated Range Rover Evoque.



Head on the Audi Q3 is similar in appearance to the rest of the Audi range, with its gaping chrome framed grill and distinctive headlights, the rear seems to take its influence from Audi’s A1 city car.



The premium SUV promises to be as comfortable scaling hills and rough terrains, as it does driving around city streets. The Q3 has extensive interior customisation options, with a number of trim options, interior colours and fabrics to choose from as well as a lengthy extras list.


Initially the Q3 will be available with a choice of four engines which will all combine direct fuel injection with turbo charging backed up by start-stop and energy recuperation systems. There will be a 2.0 litre TFSI petrol engine with either 170PS or 211PS as well as the 2.0-litre TDI engine in either 140PS or 177PS variants. The 140ps 2.0-litre TDI unit will power the front-wheel-drive model only at launch, deliveries of which will start in December, shortly after the rest of the range. All other engines will be linked to the Quattro all-wheel-drive system.


Prices are expected to be starting from around £24,500 with order books opening this month. First deliveries are expected to take place in November


Sunday, June 12, 2011

BMW- with latest technology and provids a good driving experience


This all new SUV is equipped with full-packed comfort measures topped with its elegant and stylish design.It gives a stunning exterior look that is to easily catch anybody's attention.All the components were meticulously placed from the headlamps to the fog lamps.
Since it is a SUV the interior is more spacious and comfortable and built with many new technologies.
It has a smooth adjustable electronic steering wheel and a control device is mounted on it. It helps the driver to control the audio device and any other controls without acctually reaching the console itself.It consists of a advanced music system which produces a clear sound just makes your riding experience more enjoyable even before.
And to say about the specialty of the of the engine it is designed with 4395 cc,4 valves,BMW twin power turbo v8 pe engine which produces a top power of 407 bhp at 5500~6400 rpm and a maximum torque of 600 Nm at 1750~4500 rpm.
The main interesting feature is that it is equipped with 8 speed automatic gear box transmission that gives u freedom to satisfy your need for speed all around the roads .And this stunning car can be yours at a price of Rs 69, 50,000.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Tata Motors admits trouble through brake systems in DTC buses


Rubbishing previous reports stating that Delhi awful roads, and not defective maintenance, was causing fires and smokes in its buses, Tata Motors, dealer of low-floor Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses, admitted that the vehicle had a trouble with the brake system. However, the company maintained that there were no natural design and developed defects.

“There have been eight incidences reported of buses catch fire starting December 3, which has encouraged corrective action,” the company said, adding up that it would suffer a safety check for the buses which would be finished by January 31.

The Delhi administration on December 14 had compulsory a fine of Rs 4 crores on Tata Motors for not appropriately maintaining the low-floor buses that it artificial for the DTC.Chief Minister Sheila Dixit has said that a expense of Rs 150 crore to the Tatas had also been suspended.

The government said it would file an illegal case against the company if the bus problems sustained.