The all new GO NXT from Datsun is launchd in INDIA

The new launch from Datsun "GO NXT" is launched for the financial year 2016.

Key Features:
Air bags for safety
1.2-litre gasoline unit
5-speed transmission

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New ford mustang

The latest generation of the Mustang will be on display at the famous festival. Ford will also display the convertible Mustang with the 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine producing 317bhp of power and 432Nm of torque. Over 1,300 bookings have already been taken for the first Mustang available with right-hand drive. 

The show will also play host to the UK debut of the Focus RS. Rally driver and YouTube sensation Ken Block will be seen hooning Ford’s newest hot hatch. 

The new Focus RS is fitted with the same 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine from the Mustang and in here it produces 315bhp and 433Nm of torque. For the first time Ford has offered the Focus RS with an all-wheel system (developed in house) which can send up to 70 per cent of the power to the rear-wheels depending on the situation.

Curtosy: ford.com & carwale.com

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Harley-Davidson Street Glide

 

Harley is celebrating its 110th year, and has announced that the next bike headed India-ward is the Street Glide touring bike. Everything from its 1.6-litre engine twin-cylinder V-twin and state-of-the-art infotainment system to its Rs 29 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi India) price tag rivals that of a mid-level luxury sedan. Only with this ride, there’s space for only you. Mid-life crisis be damned; that’s definitely a good thing.
 

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Bentley releases Continental GT V8 S with more power and luxury

 
Bentley has wrung out its 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine in the Continental GT so that it now produces more power to welcome the new Continental GT V8 ‘S'.

Of course, power is not the only thing you get, but it is the one we are primarily concerned with. Let's start with some numbers: instead of the standard GT V8's 500bhp, you get 521bhp in this new S, along with 502lb ft of torque (up from 487 torques).

There are more Better Numbers to further stick your senses with: the coupe's 0-62mph time drops from 4.8s to 4.5s - same as the 567bhp 6.0-litre W12 version - with a corresponding increase in top speed (192mph), while the convertible GT V8 S now hits 0-62mph in 4.7s (down from 5.0s) and tops out at 191mph (up from 187mph).

Economy and emissions remain the same as the standard GT V8 though (mid 20s for mpg, 246g/km CO2 for the coupe and 254g/km CO2 for the convertible), thanks in part to the V8's cylinder shutdown system - in this mode, four cylinders are turned off under light throttle ‘cruising' conditions, but the full banana is resumed when you engage Stig Level 10. We are told this elicits an ‘emotive growl' from the exhaust. Lovely.

To help deliver more of this grunt to the road, Bentley has (deep breath) lowered the sports suspension by 10mm, increased the spring rates (45 per cent on the front, 33 per cent on the rear), revised the damping, stiffened the bushes by 70 per cent and rear anti-roll bar by 54 per cent, recalibrated the steering for ‘improved precision and feedback' and loosened up the stability control to allow for ‘increased wheel slip at higher speed'. Best prepare the drift shoes, squire.

Externally you get a new front splitter, side sills and rear diffuser, new 20in wheels, V8 S badging, a contrast centre stripe on the roof lining inside, knurled chrome detailing to the gear shift lever and ventilation controls, and an 8-inch touch screen complete with a 30gb hard-drive. You can also appoint many options if you have many more pounds, naturally, though we've not had any details on price. Expect it to be a healthy chunk more than the standard V8's £123k.

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S660 sports concept car to be sold only in Japan - Honda

Honda Motor Co. Ltd has released a press release announcing that the Honda S660 concept car. This convertible sports car could be one of the major attractions of the 43rd Tokyo Motor Show 2013 wich is plannd to begin from November 20 2013. Apart from it other notable cars would be the global unveiling of the production version of the Urban SUV concept and the Japanese premiere of the NSX concept.

The Honda S660, a 21st Century adaptation of the brand’s S600 sports car, first seen in the 1960s. The tiny two-seater roadster but Honda UK gave red signal to release it in Britain.  The fourth model in the N Series of the Honda mini-vehicle range, the N-WGN would also make its debut along with the all-new Accord Plug-in Hybrid and the Fit equipped with Earth Dreams Technology. Looking very similar to 2011’s electric EV-STER concept, the S660 swaps batteries for internal combustion power, and ushers in an interior not pinched from the set of Star Trek, indicating a step closer to showroom-ready condition.

Honda S660 is an "open-top sports-type mini-vehicle", the S660 looks a lot like the EV-STER concept from 2011 but with a conventional engine in the form of a small 660cc three-cylinder turbocharged motor outputting 64 bhp (48 kW) linked to a seven-speed CVT. The concept will emerge into a production version with a fully retractable roof sometime in 2015 but it will be sold only in Japan. However, some reports are indicating an export version equipped with a bigger 1.0-liter turbo engine rated at 100 bhp (74 kW) could happen sometime in the future. An exact weight figure has not been released but it's most likely somewhere in the 900 kg (1,984 lbs) region.

The S660 name refers to the front-mounted engine’s capacity: it’s a 660cc three-cylinder petrol powerplant, boosted by a teeny turbocharger and free of the hybrid nonsense forced upon the slow-selling (and moving) CR-Z coupe. The engine is thought to be mated to a CVT automatic gearbox, though paddleshifters behind the steering wheel allow selection of stepped ‘ratios’, like a proper automatic. Engine spec sounding familiar? The recently-revealed Caterham Seven 160 uses an identically-sized Suzuki-derived three-pot, which develops 80bhp. The 660cc capacity comes about from Japan’s miniature ‘Kei-car’ regulations, which demand such cars boast no more than 660ccs under their dinky bonnets.

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Daihatsu planning to bring back the glory to Copen

Daihatsu launching its own revival Copen with more addons to it, planning for its production at this point, but it could be changed at any point. Honda is presenting the S660 concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, the latest reports indicate that Daihatsu is planning to attack wit a Copen revival, has showcased a couple of concepts hinting at the prospect over the past few years since the Copen's cancellation.

Whether the new Copen would strictly comply with Kei car regulations that limit both size and engine capacity, or grow beyond that class remains to be seen. As does the question of its export, but considering Daihatsu is more or less a division of Toyota these days, we could see room in the Scion lineup for a baby FR-S. There are titan rivalries – 911 vs GT-R, Ferrari vs Lamborghini, Viper vs 'Vette – and there are smaller ones. But the smaller ones can be just as fierce. Like the rivalry between the Daihatsu Copen and Honda Beat.

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Volvo launched S60 and XC60

Volvo India has launched its best selling XC60 and S60 in indian market at a starting price of Rs 40.5 lakh and 29.9 lakh respectively (ex-showroom Delhi), Volvo India have launched two refreshed and facelifted versions of their best sellers in the Indian market, the all-new Volvo S60 and Volvo XC60. Although there are major changes in exterior design, technology and after market solutions, the new Volvo S60 and XC60 also come with much refreshed interiors. Common exterior changes that can be seen on both the new Volvo S60 and Volvo XC60 models include-new bonnet, premium wipers, LED daytime running lights, new grille, new aluminium wheels, new exhaust pipes and varied colours for Indian market.

Having said that, the interior changes for 2014 Volvo S60 and XC60 include TFT crystal display-with three choices - Performance, ECO and Elegance; gear shift paddles, a newly designed steering wheel and new gear shift design. There is also a lot more chrome on the interior and new and more comfortable sports seats. The most interesting upgrade includes the City Safety feature up to 50km/hr that prevents collisions by pre-charging the brakes and applying them incase the driver loses focus. As far as the engines are concerned, Volvo S60 and XC60 base variants come powered by a 1984cc engine and offer a claimed mileage of 18-19kmpl for the new Volvo S60 and 14-15kmpl for XC60. The two models will be available only in diesel.

The cars will be available across all Volvo dealerships in India and will replace the existing S60 and XC60 models. Prior to these, Volvo India had launched Volvo V40 Cross Country earlier this year and has plans to sell over 1,000 units in the next financial year, in which 70-80 percent of the share will be that from the new S60 and XC60.

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Toyota launched limited edition Fortuner TRD Sportivo

Toyota launched the brand new Fortuner Toyota Racing Development (TRD) Sportivo Limited Edition version of the popular SUV. This top selling model featuring a 3.0 litre four cylinder diesel engine, the Fortuner Sportivo generates more than 169 bhp of power at the peak along with 343 Nm of torque. There's a five speed manual transmission gear box that comes as standard and power gets distributed to all the four wheels as it is going to be a four wheel drive vehicle. The TRD Sportivo is available in two colors - Super White and the Silver Mica with price tag of Rs. 24.26 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), with this release Toyota Kirloskar Motors is focusing on the upcoming festive season which usually boost sales.

The Toyota Fortuner TRD Sportivo features a newly designed dual tone front and rear bumper spoiler that is painted in a two tone color to accentuate sportiness. The TRD Sportivo also gets an integrated roof spoiler, a new radiator grille with an embeded TRD logo, a TRD side body stripe and a TRD logo at the rear. Based on the TRD Sportivo 4×4 manual transmission variant, the limited edition Fortuner adds features such as a dual tone front and rear bumper spoiler, TRD engraved side body stripe, rear roof spoiler, radiator grille with TRD emblem and a TRD Sportivo emblem at the rear. Commenting on the launch, TKM Deputy Managing Director & COO (marketing and commercial) Sandeep Singh said: "Fortuner has been the leader in its segment since launch and has sold more than 54 thousand units. With an aim to provide newness, we have introduced the Fortuner limited edition for the festive season."

The Fortuner on the exterior features 2-Spoke Alloy Wheels, Rear View Mirrors with Electrical Adjust & Retract and Side Turn Indicators. Also you can see are the Automatic HID Headlamps with Washer, Front Fog Lamps, Roof Rails Rear and a Wiper and a Defogger. On the interiors, there is a MID (Multi Information Display), Optitron Combimeter with Illumination control, Black Wood-like finish panels, Lockable Glove Box Light & Key Reminder. For the safety and security of the passengers, there's ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) & BA (Brake Assist).

Speaking on the occasion, Sandeep Singh, Chief Operaring Officer of Toyota Kirloskar Motors said, "Fortuner has been the leader in its segment since launch and has sold more than 54,000 units. With an aim to provide newness, we have introduced the Fortuner Limited edition for the festive season.  Sought after for both off-roading and city driving, the limited edition with its sporty image will provide exclusivity to our customers."

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Lotus power back with Spyker B6 Venator

 

Spyker unveiled the B6 Venator concept at the Geneva Motor Show this past March and then again with the debut of the convertible version at Pebble Beach in August. But aside from revealing that the compact sportscar is powered by an unspecified V6 with 375 horsepower, the niche automaker from Holland didn't reveal much in the way of details.

Reports coming in from Europe indicate that Spyker chief Victor Muller sent out a letter to prospective buyers that reveals the source of the Venator's power: a 3.5-liter supercharged V6, based on Toyota architecture and tuned by Lotus. In other words, the same engine that powers the Evora S and Exige S. In those forms, it produces 345 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque – a good 30 horses shy of Spyker's original claim. Whether that means the Venator itself is also based on Lotus architecture is another matter.

The letter also apparently revealed that Spyker would offer a limited run of 100 launch editions that will include a clock embedded into a turned aluminum dashboard as well as a matching wristwatch, both specially crafted for Spyker by Chronoswiss. Production is expected to begin a little over a year from now. That lead to a stream of speculation, including that the B6 was essentially either a Lotus Evora underneath or a rebodied version of the aborted Artega GT. But somewhere along the line, if Spyker expects customers to pony up $150,000 for its new sportscar, it knew it would have to provide a bit more in the way of details. And that's just what it has done.

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Street Glide from Harley-Davidson priced at Rs 29 lakh

 

 Street Glide from Harley-Davidson is priced just at Rs 29 lakh and is rolled out its first offering under the Project Rushmore moniker for the Indian market as it launched the Street Glide focused at the premium end of the two-wheeler spectrum. Harley-Davidson expanded its Indian portfolio as it launched the Street Glide for the Indian market. The new offering is the first motorcycle to be launched under the company’s Project Rushmore - a global customer-driven initiative by Harley-Davidson. The new bike has been updated with features, which include revised styling including a new batwing fairing, ABS, dual halogen headlamp and improved suspension set-up.

The Street Glide boasts a new 4.5 inch colour-screen infotainment systems, Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, text-to-speech technology, GPS navigation, plus support for intercom and CB communications in a single module. To keep the rider entertained, the new Jukebox compartment on the fairing dash features a USB port for charging and playing electronic devices, including Apple iPod/iPhone and other MP3 sources, an SD card, and mobile phones with 5.25 inch  speakers. The new Jukebox compartment on the fairing dash features a USB port for charging and playing electronic devices, including Apple iPod/iPhone and other MP3 sources, an SD card, and mobile phones. Apple iPod and iPhone functions are available through the hand controls. The Jukebox compartment features a cushioned bottom and water-resistant foam seal around the one-touch door.

Speaking on the launch,  Anoop Prakash, Managing Director, Harley-Davidson India said “Project Rushmore is an epic, customer-focused journey by Harley-Davidson to fundamentally improve the riding experience for owners of touring models. It not only showcases our commitment to our core customers but also represents a new direction in product development at Harley-Davidson. The new Street Glide is our premier offering for the Indian market and offers the perfect balance between custom touring style and long haul functionality. With its stunning design and rider focused engineering, I am confident that it will rouse a sense and feeling of freedom like never before.”

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Mahindra launched Xylo D2 MAXX 9-seater

The Mahindra launched a 9-seater version of it's successful Xylo at Rs 7.12 Lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai), this is being the successful model in recent years and now Mahindra have decided to boost sales by launching the 9-seater variant of the Xylo, the MAXX. Availble in both BS3 and BS4 versions, the Xylo MAXX comes with 9 seats to mainly woo the Taxi and Tour operator markets. The new Mahindra Xylo MAXX comes only in the D2 spec, base model Xylo thereby making it excellent value for money. With the advent of rivals like the new Tata Sumo Gold, the Ashok Leyland Stile and the newly refreshed Evalia, there seems to be a lot of movement in the industry, which is specifically targeting mass buyers like fleet and taxi operators. As these buyers are critical for large volume manufacturers, expect a lot of special variants of existing vehicles targeted specially for tour and taxi operators in the near future.

Equipped with the 2.5-Litre MDi CRDe engine, Mahindra claims a fuel efficiency figure of 14.95Kmpl as per ARAI certifications. As mentioned earlier, the Xylo D2 MAXX comes in both BS3 and BS4 specs thereby making it more accessible to the smaller towns and cities that do not have stringent emissions norms. The Xylo D2’s 2.5-Litre engine makes 95PS and 200Nm of torque. Speaking on the occasion, Vivek Nayer, Chief Marketing Officer, Automotive Division, Mahindra and Mahindra Limited said, Today, we are delighted to offer our customers the 9 seats option with side-facing rear seats – a feature preferred by the tour and travel segment. Given that the Xylo has best-in-class space, the side facing seats will provide a great deal of flexibility for carrying people or luggage.”

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Bajaj launched Discover 100M

Bajaj Auto launched new Discover 100M, Bajaj had earlier announced that it would be launching six new products under the Discover brand name kept its word as it unveiled the Discover 100M. Visually the bike looks similar to the Discover 100T but according to Bajaj it has been based on a completely new platform featuring a shorter wheelbase of 1255mm. Powering the 100M is a 102cc, four-stroke, 4-valve, DTS-i engine pumping out 9.3PS @ 8,000rpm and 9.02Nm@ 6,000rpm and mated to a 4-speed transmission unlike its elder siblings 5-speed one. Though the engine is similar to the 100T, the boffins have reduced the torque by 0.5Nm while peak torque is achieved at 500rpm lesser than its elder sibling. This according to the company has been done to make the bike more rideable in heavy traffic conditions while commuting. Bajaj claims a top speed of 95km/h and overall fuel efficiency of 85kmpl.

The Discover 100M gets endowed with features like electric start and spider web alloys as standard, gas filled Nitrox suspension, low maintenance battery, DC headlight and aluminium side sets. Braking prowess on the 100M is taken care of by a 200mm petal type disc brake (optional), making it the only bike in the 100cc segment to feature them as an option and is a welcome move by Bajaj. The Discover 100M has been priced at Rs 46,000 for drum-brake version and Rs 49,000 for the disc variant, both prices are ex-showroom Delhi. It would be available in the following five shades of Flame Red, Brilliant Blue, Midnight Black (Red decals), Midnight Black (Blue decals) and Midnight Black (Olive Decals).

Speaking at the launch, K.Srinivas, President (Motorcycle Business) said, “The Discover series of bikes have redefined the “Mileage Bike” segment. In this segment the competition offer only plain jane very basic bikes as the predominant consideration of the customer is Mileage. Thanks to our patented twin-spark, 4 –Valve engines we are able to “Power Up” the mileage bikes – the Discover 100M gives 9.3 PS power and yet delivers 84 km to the litre.”

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New release McLaren P1 segment

 

All 24Wheel viewers have a look at an interesting video, a behind-the-scenes look at TG's review of the McLaren P1, one of the three hybrid hypercars that's burst onto the automotive scene this year.

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Early call from BMW to increase production for i3

The 2014 BMW i3 is to hit US showrooms until the second quarter of next year, but the response BMW has received for the all-electric hatchback has been positive enough that the automaker is already considering boosting production capacity. Bloomberg Businessweek reports that more than 8,000 customers have reserved an i3 so far, which is high, especially considering that BMW only planned to sell 10,000 i3s total in 2014.

Talking to BMW CFO Friedrich Eichiner, the report says that if the demand holds for the i3, BMW would increase capacity accordingly. The i3 goes on sale next month in Germany before a global roll out in the US, China and Japan, and with a starting price of $41,350, it is priced slightly higher than current small plug-in vehicles offered in the US like the Chevy Volt, Ford Focus Electric and Toyota Prius Plug-in, though features more use of advanced, lightweight materials.

Customers have reserved more than 8,000 of the compact city car, which will cost $41,350 in the U.S., even before the battery-powered model hits European showrooms next month, Chief Financial Officer Friedrich Eichiner said late yesterday. “If demand holds, which is what it’s looking like, we will soon have to invest more,” he said at a press conference in Amsterdam. BMW expects to sell more than 10,000 of the i3 next year and “will adjust capacity according to demand.”

The i3 will go on sale in Germany for 34,950 euros ($47,440) on Nov. 16, followed by the U.S., China and Japan in the first half of next year. The model made its public debut July 29 at simultaneous events in New York, London and Beijing. The push to sell the electric car and recoup investments in the technology underpinning the vehicle include an international print, TV and Internet advertising campaign.

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Camaro Z/28 from Chevrolet

Chevrolet preparing the deck to launch Camaro Z/28 by 2014, Al Oppenheiser the chief engineer for the Chevrolet Camaro, tell it, the brand-new 2014 Z/28 is "the car everyone expects." The modern Camaro concept first debuted at the 2006 Detroit Auto Show, and in early 2014 – over eight years later – the Z/28 will finally be available for public consumption. It is perhaps the most highly anticipated Camaro model to spawn from the modern interpretation of General Motors' 'Murican muscle car. After all, when we first spied the track-focused 1LE, we assumed it would be called Z/28. And then when Chevy surprised us with the ZL1 at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show, we were sort of shocked that it wasn't called Z/28, either.

Chevy invited us out to GM's Milford Proving Grounds for a proper deep dive. And instead of just telling us what the new top-dog Camaro can do, we buckled into the passenger seat of the very car that recently set a 7:37.47 Nürburgring lap time – with the very driver that set the time as our pilot – and stormed the 2.9-mile Milford Road Course, this model have been flooding in since we first heard the Camaro nameplate would be making a comeback. But Oppenheiser was saving the best for last.

 

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The future versions of Jaguar

Jaguar is setting the platform for 2015, the two-door coupé version is planeed to hit the market in 2018.

The upcoming compact Series fighters from Jaguar, often referred to as the Jaguar XS, could consist of a sedan, wagon and possibly a coupe and GT model (think BMW 5 Series GT). The car's all-aluminum architecture also will provide the basis for two new sports utility vehicles.

Adrian Hallmark, Jaguar's global brand director, claims Jaguar will "build the most advanced, most efficient, most refined car in that [compact luxury sedan] segment. Not almost as good as, but better than the best in the world."

"We selected a suspension architecture that, whichever the classes of cars that we're even thinking about, we know we'll deliver an uncompromised product in that class," says Kevin Stride, a Jaguar vehicle line director.

The X760 was developed as a large-scale project that would satisfy more than Jaguar's need for a new vehicle in the compact luxury sedan segment. The architecture also will spawn two new SUVs, a Jaguar and the Land Rover Evoque XL, which share the codename X761.

The Jaguar SUV is to compete with the BMW X3 and X4 and Jaguar plans to beat Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz at their own game by launching a new offensive which will result in four new models by 2018, says JLR's new strategy boss.

According to a JLR executive quoted by automotive analysts in a recent Bernstein Research report, the new baby Jaguar project is the brand’s last chance. “This is the only choice as Jaguar is not viable at 60,000 units [per year]. If the X760 fails, it will be probably be the end for the brand.”

However, all the signs are that the baby Jaguar project will not be a failure, especially as its financial viability will be propped up by the production of a new Range Rover Evoque XL, based on the same aluminium architecture as the Jaguar models. The Evoque XL will add much-needed volume and healthy profit margins.

The compact premium segment that Jaguar wants to break into is set to grow by another half a million sales by the end of the decade.

According to figures from London-based analyst ISI Auto, the global market for compact premium cars is currently dominated by the three German premium brands. Between them, the BMW 3-series family, Mercedes-Benz C-class and Audi A4 are expected to sell 1.15 million units next year, the majority of the total market segment sales of 1.3 million.

These figures show the huge uphill struggle that has faced Japanese premium brands Lexus and Infiniti, but they also provide hope for Jaguar. While Japanese brands and Cadillac could account for just 147,000 sales globally next year in this segment, Jaguar’s arrival in 2015 could finally shake it up. However, this time Jaguar is coming at the compact premium market with a complete bespoke and freshly engineered car. It is surely Jaguar’s best and last chance to become a true global player.

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Sports Bike from BMW: S1000RR HP4 Base

BMW is the worlds top most brand and produced many luxurious models. The company launched many bikes also which are equally recieved by the bike lovers as compared to BMW car lovers. All these are up to best and having high end specifications,  BMW Motors are now planning to launch BMW S1000RR HP4 sports bike.

BMW S1000RR HP4 sports with stylish look and have spiky halogen headlights, long handle bars, seats. In terms of performance, the bike is having light body, 999cc engine, six speed gears, hydraulic disc brakes.

2013 BMW S1000RR HP4 Base is having a powerful 999cc horizontal in-line liquid cooled engine. The engine is a DOHC class 4 cylinder and having 4-strokes. It is having 6 speed manual transmission. The Bore X Stroke measures 80 x 49.7 mm. Length, Breadth and Height are 6.74 ft, 32.5 in and 44.8 in respectively.

2013 BMW S1000RR HP4 Base is having Dual Hydraulic Disc brakes of 12.6 in at the front tire and hydraulic disc brake of 8.7 in at the rear tire. The brakes are of Brembo® Monobloc brand. The sports bike is also having standard anti-lock brakes and standard linked brake system from front to rear.

• Wheelbase : 56 in
• Fuel Capacity : 4.6 gal
• Wet Weight : 439 lbs
• Steering Control : Handlebar
• Seat Type : One Piece (1 seat)

The gas engine provides a maximum torque of 112Nm @ 9750 rpm and maximum power of 193bhp @ 13,000 rpm, is having Forged Aluminium wheels with front wheel width of 3.5 inches and rear of 6 inches. Tires are tubeless and having front tire measures 120/70 ZR17 and rear tire of 200/5 ZR17.

One of the interesting thing in this bike is having front suspension of Inverted Fork type having size of 1.8 inches and rear suspension of Twin Sided Swing Arm of 5.1inches with 1 rear shock absorber. The rear suspension is made of Aluminium. This is priced at MSRP $19,900. The sports bike is coming with a 36 months of manufacturer warranty. Available colors for this bike are White and Racing Blue.

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Hyundai i30 is a special compared to i20 & i10..!

 

Hyundai has a series of three hatchbacks – Hyundai i10, Hyundai i20 and in continuation to these the new Hyundai i30. This is the first second-generation ‘i’ car from the brand – a landmark that has seen a philosophy shift from honest, value-for-money motoring to the pursuit of class leadership through fresh design, focused engineering and technical innovation.

Hyundai Australia has made a few changes to the new i30 range. The biggest is the discontinuation of the i30cw wagon variant, which accounted for approximately 20 per cent of first-generation i30 sales. The new wagon is only built in the Czech Republic, putting it out of reach for local distribution. The i30 is much more comfortable and stylish than the other two. It is available in both diesel and petrol engine options. It’s a 5 seater B+ segment hatchback car. The car is much appreciated in Indian market.
The decision not to replace the 1.6-litre entry-level petrol variant means for the first time there is no i30 for less than $20,000. Hyundai Australia is confident the $20,990 starting price for the new i30 Active manual won’t be a psychological barrier for small-car shoppers, and insists the new positioning puts it on par with the Ford Focus ($21,990), Holden Cruze ($21,240), Mazda3 ($20,330), Toyota Corolla ($20,990) and the Volkswagen Golf ($22,990).

Hyundai i30 has a 1396cc Gamma engine. It’s a petrol engine that gives a maximum power output of 100Bhp @ 5500rpm and peak torque of 139Nm @ 4200rpm. The 110kW/178Nm 1.8-litre petrol engine is shared with the compact Elantra sedan. Manual models use 6.5 litres of fuel per 100km on the combined cycle while the auto uses 6.9L/100km. Both are almost 10 per cent more efficient than before and are competitive without being class-leading.

Hyundai 30 is a B+ segment hatchback car. The car has newly designed headlights and attractive alloy wheels. The car is 4245mm long, 1775mm wide and 1480mm high. It has a turning radius of 5.3 meters. i30 has a well-designed body outline with neat and classy interiors. It has enhancing appearance and has become very popular in the major cities. It has kerb weight of 1293kgs. The clutch pedal lacks that decisive grab-point sensation, making smooth take-offs a skill to be mastered rather than an innate one, especially as there is no hill-start assist system. The gearshift itself has a clean feel and slots confidently into place.

The interior of Hyundai i30 is richer than that of i10 and i20. The hatchback has AC with climate control. Power windows and door mirrors. It has seating capacity of 5 persons. The seats and upholstery are made up of soft leather. It has remote central locking, foldable seats, rear wiper, remote fuel filler, tinted glass and sun roof protection also. The car has Integrated MP3 CD player, it has front and rear disk brakes. It has Independent McPherson Strut suspension. The engine is mated with 6 speed manual transmission. The steering wheel is tilt and powered.

2012 Hyundai i30 has great safety features. The car is equipped with 6 SRS airbags. It has ABS(Anti-lock braking system), ESP(Electronic Stability Program) and EBD(Electronic Brake Distribution). The car has Engine immobilizer and speed sensitive automatic door locking. Along with the front seat belts it has 3 rear seat belts also. Its price lies in the range of Rs. 8,00,000 – Rs 9,00,000 or $14815- $16667. This car is available in 7 different shades.

The engine lacks the low- and mid-range meatiness to make it feel sprightly around town, although it’s quiet and relatively sophisticated. It feels comfortable in top gear on the highway too, although getting there can be a bit of a struggle. With the manual, you’re forced to file back through the gears to climb hills as the engine runs out of steam.

Other features:

• Hyundai i30 arrives with diesel and petrol variants.
• It is accessible with 4 gear automatic system and 5 or 6 gear manual transmissions.
• Hyundai i30 possesses with a boot space of 340 liters when seats are open and can come up to 1250 liters when back seats are folded.
• Hyundai i30 consists of headrest, ESP (Electronic stability system), ABS and airbags.
• It even involves safety power windows, Auto cruise control, Power window control and telescopic steering wheels.
• It arrives with option of 15”, 16” and 17” alloy wheel sizes.
• The beautiful car has the dimensions of 4,235 mm length, 1,544 mm of width and 1,480 mm height.
• Interiors look stylish and elegant, and is better comparable with earlier models like i10 and

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F-150 is the dominating Ford for the year 2013

Ford launching Ford F-150 Truck in the year 2013. The previous Ford F-250 model is very popular in western countries and through this vehicle Ford Motors gained amazing benefits. Now, the company is launching yet another stunning model of Ford F-series Ford F-150. The model is quite light weighted and providing very good mileage of 17kmpl on the city roads.

The new Ford F- 150 has a powerful 3.7L V6 FFV engine. It churns out maximum power of 302bhp @ 6500rpm and maximum torque of 278lb-ft @ 4000rpm. The engine has a compression ratio of 10:5:1. It provides mileage of 17kmpl on the city roads and 32kmpl on the highway. This Ford-f series powerful truck has an improved design with beautiful chrome surface and front grille. The body color rear bumpers. It has halogen headlights along with complex surface lenses. These high trimmed models have attractive metallic paint. It has dimensions of 231.9” ×97.0”× 75”.

2013 Ford F- Series F-150 is a truck so it has only three passenger seats. But the interior is much comfortable. The seats are adjustable. F-150 has height adjustable seat belts and remote power locks. It has enough of space inside to driver comfortably. It has AC inside and other features like seat armrest, automatic wipers, tachometers, trip meters, it has cruise control system. The driver and passengers are provided front airbags and front curtain airbag, There is low tire pressure indicator and low fuel indicator also. Apart from this there are ABS, EBD, traction control and stability control. 2013 Ford F-150 is priced about $24,500. 

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Land Rover Defender 2013

Land Rover has a successful journey with Land Rover Defender. This legacy is been modified year by year to have the new look every time and to continue to be the customer loving, company is going to launch an upgrade in the coming years as well. This model highly impressed the American and European citizens.

The new Land Rover Defender has a very attractive design. It is much improved than its predecessors. It has got facelift, more bold linings, body color bumpers, smooth surface, beautiful front grille and much more.  It is a D+ segment SUV and has much similarities with Land Rover Freelander.

The new 2013 Land Rover Defender has a powerful 2400cc petrol engine. It gives a maximum power output of 122 Bhp. The peak torque applied is 360Nm. This luxurious SUV is rich in design, it offers wonderful comfort level. It has leather seats and upholstery. Seating capacity is of 5 persons along with the driver. It has all the modern comforts like AC with dual zone climate control, power windows, remote central locking, sun roof, tinted glass, rear AC vent etc. It has dash integrated music system.

The new Land Rover Defender has front and rear disk brakes. Its steering wheel is tilt so that the driver can adjust to a suitable angle for driving. The engine is mated with 6 gears manual transmission, this is loaded with modern safety features as Land Rovers have their own reliability so Defender has inherited these characteristics. It has 4 safety airbags. It has Electronic Brakes Distribution, ABS, ESP and brake assist also. This SUV has traction control and stability control feature. It has 3 rear seat belts.

The new Land Rover Defender 2013 is available in many beautiful shades. It comes with a price tag of $50,605.

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