One Step Closer To The Tata Nano

Tata Motors on Tuesday, announced the finalisation of the initial one lakh applicants who would get to own the world's cheapest car.

A statement from the company read:
"Tata Motors is pleased to announce that it has completed the process to select the first 1,00,000 owners of the Tata Nano from among 2,06,703 final list of applicants, who had booked the car,"

All these one lakh owners will be price protected and will get the Tata Nano delivered at the prices announced at the launch on 23rd March. Tata Motors would start delivering the Tata Nano from the month of July and will expedite the delivery of the People's Car by ramping up its operational production unit at Pantnagar and the upcoming Sanand plant.

It would be an amazing experience to witness marvellous engineering on Indian roads, where the little Nano will fulfill the dream of the millions of Indians for whom owning a car was a distant dream.

Hats off to Mr. Ratan Tata :-)

Launch of Fiat Grande Punto

FIAT GRANDE PUNTO

Another day. Another car. Looks like this is the car launch season with so many compact cars hitting the Indian roads.

Move aside Maruti Suzuki Ritz, Honda Jazz...

Now comes the Fiat Grande Punto.

The Grande Punto by Fiat India Automobiles Limited is a premium B-segment hatchback car model and the first product to come out of the joint venture between Fiat (Italian Auto Maker) and Tata Motors (Indian Auto Maker).

Fiat Grande Punto, the beauty of a car was launched in a glittering ceremony in New Delhi on 17th June 2009.

"The launch of the Grande Punto marks a new milestone for Fiat in India as we bring the quintessentially Italian design to Indian shores."
Said Mr. Rajeev Kapoor, CEO, Fiat India Automobiles Ltd

Pricing Structure of Fiat Grande Punto:

Fiat Grande Punto
Variants	*Price (INR)
1.2 Petrol (Active)	3,99,000/-
1.4 Petrol (Dynamic)	4,66,000/-
1.4 Petrol (Emotion)	5,06,000/-
1.4 Petrol (Emotion Pack)	5,61,000/-
1.3 Diesel (Active)	4,85,000/-
1.3 Diesel (Dynamic)	5,16,000/-
1.3 Diesel (Emotion)	5,56,000/-
1.3 Diesel (Emotion Pack)	6,11,000/-

*Ex-showroom Delhi prices

It is now an interesting battlefield in the hatchback space where major players like Maruti, Fiat, Honda, Hyundai and Skoda are battling for the top slot.

Honda CB 1000R - Wrooom Wrooom

Honda unveils the CB 1000R

Honda has launched its dazzling Honda CB 1000R in India.

With the launch of the Honda CB1000R, Honda has redefined super-biking and demonstrated marvelous engineering in front of the Indian bike lover. Equipped with a powerful 1000cc engine Honda CB 1000R is set to woo the Indian bike lover with its stunning features which makes it stand out in the 1000cc segment.

Prominent Features of Honda CB 1000R include:

• Breathtaking engine performance
• Eye catching design
  
• Compact and lightweight 998cm³ liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine
• 'Artistically' designed engine side covers featuring new nickel-plated bolt head look
• Independent ignition & fuel injection mapping for each cylinder
• ‘Mass forward’ design concept
  

Price: Rs. 9,50,000/- (Ex-Showroom)

2009 Nissan Cube

~Nissan Cube

Watch out for this stunner from Nissan Motor Company Limited, one of the leading automobile manufacturers in the world. 2009 Nissan Cube is packed with many a punches first and foremost in terms of its beautiful design which is sure to woo many a hearts. Equipped with a 1.8 l DOHC 4-cylinder the Nissan Cube has the Nissan intelligent key with push button ignition, an interface system for iPod amongst score of other features.

Key Features of 2009 Nissan Cube Include:

• Vehical Dynamic Control (VDC)
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Cruise Control
• Sporty Interiors
• Advanced Air Bag Systems (AABS)

In addition the look of the Cube can further be enhanced by picking from a range of more than 40 additional accessories.

Approx. Price: $ 14,000

{* Tentative price and can vary, please check with the local dealer}

Hyundai Santa Fe in India

Upcoming Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe, a premium Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) will soon be launched in India. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) will soon launch its newest product in the form of an SUV which will be sportier and packed with exciting features. Hyundai has already had success on the Indian roads with their earlier successful launches like the much liked Hyundai Santro, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Getz, Hyundai i10 and Hyundai i20.

Hyundai Santa Fe, the newest addition to the impressive Hyundai portfolio will pack many a punches to give its rivals in the SUV segment a run for their money.

Features of Hyundai Santa Fe:

• Keyless Entry
• Automatic Headlights
• Antilock Braking System
• Electronic Stability Control
  

Expected Launch: Somewhere at the end of 2009
*Price: Rs. 18-22 Lakh

(* Tentative prices and can vary)

GM Sells Off Hummer

General Motors (GM) Heads Towards Restructuring

In its effort to segregate the 'Good GM' v/s 'Bad GM', the General Motors announced selling of its famous 'Hummer' brand to a Chinese automaker. General Motors has entered into an agreement with Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Co. of China for an undisclosed amount and sold off its reputed brand, Hummer. The selling of Hummer to a manufacturing company who has no experience in the automotive business has surprised many auto pundits.

General Motors Corporation is now headed towards restructuring and evolving into a leaner and smaller auto manufacturing company post the Chapter 11 Bankruptcy filing and would further downsize its famous brands. The next one likely to be sold off is another popular GM brand called 'Saturn'.

We hope that there is a change in fortune for GM, a 101 year old Automobile manufacturing company and it succeeds in all its venture post its restructuring.

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

Incredibly Fast and Incredibly Amazing is how we would define the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Gallardo dons a raging V10 engine and an impressive design which is sure to woo lot of Lamborghini enthusiasts. The interiors of the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo have been neatly done with fine leather and the easy to use A.C. controls all add up to a comfortable riding experience.

The striking features of the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo are:

• V-10 Power Engine
• Beautiful Styling
• Stunning Interiors
• Improved Handling Experience

The Lamborghini Gallardo is expected to be priced around $198,000 - $221,000. *

(*Approx. prices and can vary)