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Honda Cars gets green nod for Rs 1,577 crore expansion project
August 20, 2017 11:32 IST
HCIL has informed that it has a total land area of about 17.68 lakh square metre which is enough for the proposed expansion. Total investment would be Rs 1,577 crore. The company has been asked to develop green belt to mitigate the effects of fugitive emissions.
Nissan introduces waterless car washing solution in India
August 17, 2017 17:07 IST
The technique will save around 2.8 million litres of water during the eight-day campaign and around 130 million litres per year, Nissan India said. The innovative car wash material does not require any additional water to clean a car after being applied to car surfaces.
Honda: Hike in cess under GST to impact growth of global models in India
August 13, 2017 17:03 IST
HCIL President and CEO Yoichiro Ueno said the company had 'sincerely welcomed' the tax reform achieved through GST implementation from July 1 with a confidence that it would be a big boost for the automobile industry in India.
Motor vehicles bill goes to select panel
August 9, 2017 02:56 IST
The committee will submit its report by the beginning of the winter session before it is sent to Rajya Sabha, where the Opposition has raised various objections.
SUVs, luxury cars to cost more, move against liberal market spirit: Auto companies
August 8, 2017 02:12 IST
Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and BMW were unanimous that increase in cess on large, luxury cars and SUVs that had become cheaper after GST rollout would dampen the spirits of the industry across the entire value chain.
Toyota, Mazda plan EV partnership, possible US plant: Report
August 4, 2017 12:06 IST
Toyota said in a statement that it plans to propose to its board a partnership with Mazda. It gave no further details. Mazda declined comment. A person briefed on the matter, who did not want to be identified because an official announcement hasn't been made, confirmed the partnership.
Maruti Suzuki launches Ignis Aplha with AGS technology: All you need to know
August 3, 2017 17:20 IST
While the Ignis Alpha AGS petrol variant is priced at Rs 7.01 lakh, the diesel variant is available at Rs 8.08 lakh, ex showroom, pan India. This newly launched variant is also the latest model to have a two-pedal technology in its portfolio that makes it a handy vehicle in urban road conditions as well as a fuel efficient model.
Maruti sales grow 21 per cent in July to 1,65,346 units
August 1, 2017 13:36 IST
Sales of the compact segment comprising Swift, Estilo, Dzire, Baleno and Ignis increased 25.3 per cent to 63,116 units in July this year as against 50,362 in the same month last year.
Made in India Jeep Compass priced Rs 14.95 lakh onwards
August 1, 2017 08:14 IST
Hitting the Indian automobile market at a price range of Rs 14.95-20.65 lakh, Compass is pitched at competing with SUVs like Hyundai's Creta and Tucson and may even make a dent in the market share of bigger SUVs like Endeavour and Fortuner.
Tesla Model 3: Here is everything you need to know
July 30, 2017 10:40 IST
Elon Musk introduced the Model 3 to the world in California and handed over the first 30 units to buyers, all employees of Tesla. The company now aims to manufacture 500,000 units of Model 3 in a year.
Tesla: Elon Musk hands over first Model 3 electric cars to early buyers
July 29, 2017 10:17 IST
Customers pay $1,000 refundable deposits for the car, which is eligible for tax credits. Any new buyers would likely not receive their car until the end of 2018. A longer-range version of the car is priced at $44,000 and will drive 310 miles (500 km) on a single charge.
Land Rover launches SV Autobiography Dynamic premium SUV in India, see pictures
July 27, 2017 15:32 IST
The Range Rover SV Autobiography will be available at an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.79 crore in India. Its 5.0 litre 405 kW V8 Supercharged engine churns out 540 bhp. The car is available at all 25 authorised retail outlets in the country.
Hyundai Motor Q2 net profit halves as China, US sales sag
July 26, 2017 11:39 IST
The South Korean firm which together with Kia Motors is the world's No.5 automaker has been betting on a gradual earnings recovery, but the plan hit a roadblock with China's backlash over Seoul's decision to deploy an anti-missile system showing no signs of abating.
Toyota, Honda and Mazda to be sued in Australia over air bag
July 25, 2017 14:50 IST
A Sydney lawyer has announced a class action lawsuit against Toyota, Honda and Mazda seeking refunds for cars fitted with faulty air bags from Takata linked to 18 deaths around the world. Federal Court action seeks refunds based on an Australian consumer law.
Toyota set to sell long-range, fast-charging electric cars in 2022
July 25, 2017 13:30 IST
Toyota Motor Corp aims to begin selling in 2022 an electric car powered by a new type of battery that significantly increases driving range and reduces recharging time. Current electric vehicles typically have a range of just 300-400 kilometres (185-250 miles).
Mahindra’s two new models coming by next fiscal-end
July 17, 2017 16:46 IST
The company sells nearly 18,000 passenger vehicles per month in the domestic market and its market share has been consistent at around 8 per cent for last few years. "Last couple of years, we have not grown market share, but similarly, we haven't lost either," Pawan Goenka said.
Honda recalls 2.1 million vehicles worldwide over fire risk
July 14, 2017 21:09 IST
The automaker has received 3,972 US warranty claims relating to the issue. The battery sensors may not be sufficiently sealed against moisture intrusion, Honda said.
Tata Motors may phase out Nano car from India: Report
July 14, 2017 13:40 IST
To survive, the company had to manage production of 250,000 units per year but Nano was selling far less.
Mahindra bets on localisation, draws up plans for US plant
July 14, 2017 16:37 IST
The company, which generates revenue of around USD 600 million annually, is a major player in tractors ranging up to 120 hp.
GST impact on bikes: Royal Enfield revises its price list, more than Rs 1,000 slashed on 350 cc bikes
July 5, 2017 16:23 IST
GST impact on bikes: Under GST regime, two-wheelers under 350 cc draw a tax rate of 28 per cent, while those motorcycles above 350cc will attract an additional cess of 3 per cent over and above the 28 per cent tax, making the total to 31 per cent.
GST effect: Honda Cars cuts vehicle prices by up to Rs 1.31 lakh
July 3, 2017 17:08 IST
The company has cut price of its hatchback Brio by up to Rs 12,279 and that of compact sedan Amaze by up to Rs 14,825 and has slashed price of Jazz by up to Rs 10,031 and that of its recently launched model WR-V by up to Rs 10,064 among other price cuts
Number of electric vehicles on roads reaches 2 million – International Energy Agency
June 7, 2017 19:03 IST
"They have a long way to go before reaching numbers capable of making a significant contribution to greenhouse gas emission reduction targets," the IEA said. "In order to limit temperature increases to below 2 degrees Celsius by the end of the century, the number of electric cars will need to reach 600 million by 2040," it added.
Focus on new tech to cut emission, enhance mileage: Maruti
June 5, 2017 14:09 IST
The company also claimed that "three of the most fuel efficient cars in India" are all from its stable. These are the diesel variants of hatchback Celerio (27.62 kmpl), compact sedan Dzire (28.4 kmpl) and mid-sized sedan Ciaz (28.09 kmpl).
Harley-Davidson recalls 57,000 motorcycles for oil leakSubscriber Only
June 3, 2017 12:17 IST
Harley says a clamp on an engine oil cooler line may not have been installed correctly, which can cause oil line come loose, spewing oil into the path of the rear tire.
First Made-in-India Fiat Chrysler’s Jeep Compass unveiled
June 1, 2017 20:56 IST
"The establishment of manufacturing operations and start of production of the Jeep Compass is an important milestone for our journey in India," Alcala said.
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