New Honda CBF Stunner PGM-FI Launched in India

New Honda CBF Stunner PGM-FI Launched in India

Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India has launched a new updated edition of their Honda CBF Stunner bike in the Indian market.

Honda CBF Stunner 125cc bike is now priced at Rs 64,630 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

New Honda CBF Stunner PGM-FIHonda India launched this new variant with the aim of increasing their sales in the Indian market.

Honda said: "Last fiscal we sold about 10.7 lakh units of two-wheelers and this year we are targeting 12 per cent increase at 12.5 lakh units. And the CBF Stunner will play an important role."

Honda said that this new version of Honda CBF Stunner is equipped with PGM-FI (Programme Fuel Injection) technology to generate more power.

This new version would be available for sale starting next month.

Source: business.techwhack.com

Tata Motors Launched Jaguar Land Rover Cars Showroom in India

Tata Motors Launched Jaguar Land Rover Cars Showroom in India

Jaguar Land Rover's official entry to the fast-growing Indian car market was marked by the opening of a flagship showroom facility at Ceejay House in Mumbai by Mr. Ratan N. Tata, Chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Motors.

Jaguar and Land Rover's award-winning vehicles are well known around the world. Jaguar has become one of the world's leading producers of beautiful fast cars. Land Rover produces the world's most versatile all-terrain vehicles, combining refined luxury with a true breadth of capability.

The exciting new range of premium luxury vehicles available for the Indian market will include the Jaguar XF, XFR and XKR and Land Rover Discovery 3, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover. Further details, including specifications, are available on the new Jaguar India website (www.jaguar.in) and Land Rover India website (www.landrover.in).

Hyundai i20 CRDi India: Diesel Car to Be Launched Soon

Hyundai i20 CRDi India: Diesel Car to Be Launched Soon

Hyundai Motors India Limited is planning to launch the i20 CRDi diesel model in India. The model has already been spotted doing test drive near the Chennai plant. The company may launch either of the two options of the 1.4L CRDi diesel engine producing 75PS or 90PS. The new model is expected in the showrooms by sometime in July 2009. However, there is no official statement from the company so far regarding the launch, specifications or the price.

Honda has recently launched its small car model Jazz in the Indian market which has been perceived as an over-priced model. On the other hand, i10 and i20 have been well-received in this segment and a new diesel model of Hyundai's premium hatchback will lend the much needed leverage in the sales. The new CRDi model is expected to be priced nearly Rs. 70,000 /- to Rs. 100,000 /- over and above the existing price of its petrol variant.

Bajaj to Launch Super Bikes in India Soon

Bajaj to Launch Super Bikes in India Soon

Bajaj Auto is planning to import KTM branded super bikes in India. Bajaj Auto has partnership with Australian bike make KTM Power Sports AG. Bajaj wants to boost their sell by launching KTM super bikes in Indian market.

KTM Duke 690 Super BikeBajaj Auto Managing Director, Rajiv Bajaj said: "We will pull out bigger bikes from the partnership. We will bring KTM models here so that our suppliers get properly acquainted with their bikes and engines. It is a process that will demand a lot of effort and time. It will take around five years (for us) to sufficiently integrate them (KTM)."

Till today Bajaj Pulsar 220cc bike has high engine capacity for Bajaj Auto. Now it will not remain high because Bajaj Auto is set to launch KTM Duke 690 - a 654cc, single cylinder, 4-stroke engine motorcycle, as well as the 1190 RC8 superbike - a twin-cylinder, 1148cc motorcycle, next calendar year.

Audi Q5 Launched in India Starting Price at 38.29 lakh

Audi Q5 Launched in India Starting Price at 38.29 lakh


Audi Q5 will be available in India with both petrol and diesel engine options. There are 2.0L turbocharged petrol and diesel engines with a six speed manual gearbox, both engines are much flexible and strong so that anyone have a hard time to choose one of them. There is also a 3.0L V6 diesel engine with a seven-speed twin-clutched semi-auto transmission. The engines of Audi Q5 are wonderfully refined, and offers smooth and quiet driving.

Audi Q5 is a compact SUV that can be handles like a hatchback, it's immense grip over the road, solid body control and nicely weighted steering, offers more fun in driving that you will in any other car in this segment. Audi Q5 got the sporty look and there is a plenty room for five adults and still room for 540 litres of luggage. Audi Q5 features a modern shield grille that dominates the front-end styling, and it gives it a very attractive face.

The safety features that Audi Q5 offers include ABS (Antilock Braking System), traction control, antiskid system, dual front and rear side curtain airbags. Other most attractive feature that Audi Q5 offers are MMI (Multi Media Interface) system, that uses dashboard screen and control knob to control audio, navigation, suspension, and other functions.

Other advanced features that are available in Audi Q5 includes three-zone surround climate control, a navigation system with real-time traffic information, rear-view camera, power tailgate, keyless entry and starting, and a wireless cell phone link and the optional function is Audi Drive Select, that allows for driver control of engine, transmission, steering, and suspension settings

(- The performance SUV from Audi raises the bar in its segment
- Innovative technology, elegant design and spacious interior
- Awards for Audi Q5 include the Golden Steering Wheel and the Best Off-Roader in Europe in 2009
- The sporty, versatile SUV comes to India with two powerful engines: 2.0 TFSI (petrol) and 3.0 TDI (diesel)
- Available at Audi dealerships from today, June 4th onwards, price starting at INR 3,829,000

Audi Q5 IndiaAudi, the German luxury car manufacturer, today launched the much awaited Audi Q5 - the sportiest and most elegant SUV in its class. Audi Q5 is a marvel of precision engineering, luxurious interiors, with dynamic and innovative features and progressive design. Voted the Best Off-Roader in Europe by auto motor und sport and awarded the Golden Steering Wheel in Germany, the Audi Q5 combines the dynamism of a sports sedan with Audi’s legendary quattro permanent all-wheel drive to create a superior technology package for both on- and off-road driving. The Audi Q5 with two engine options - 2.0 TFSI and 3.0 TDI - will be available at Audi dealerships across India from June 4th, 2009 onwards.

“The Audi Q5 stands testament to Audi’s commitment to innovation and sophistication. We introduce now another excellent product of the Audi model range to our Indian customers. The market for the SUV segment has seen tremendous growth in this country during the last years. Driven by our philosophy of 'Vorsprung durch Technik', the Audi Q5 will become a benchmark for style, performance, safety, comfort and driving dynamics in its segment. It joins its ‘big brother’ Audi Q7 in creating a new market for the smaller luxury SUV admirer in the country,” said Mr. Benoit Tiers, Managing Director Audi India.

Audi Q5 IndiaThe Audi Q5’s design is elegant and sculptural – typically for Audi, which is the leading brand in this domain. The large single-frame grill dominates the front-end, the headlamps have xenon plus bulbs and LED running lights as standard, and the rear lights also feature LED technology. The Audi Q5 is 4.63 meters (15.19 feet) long, 1.88 meters (6.17 feet) wide and 1.65 meters (5.41 feet) high, giving it the sportiest proportions in the segment.

The Audi Q5 comes to the Indian market with two powerful engines – one petrol (2.0 TFSI) and one diesel (3.0 TDI). Both of them are direct injection units with turbocharging, beefy pulling power and impressive fuel efficiency. The new 2.0 TFSI with Audi valvelift system has a maximum power output of 155 kW (211 hp) and speeds up to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds. The 3.0 TDI is the most powerful engine in the range with 176 kW (240 hp) and 500Nm of torque. It speeds up from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds with a top speed of 225 km/h.

Audi Q5 IndiaFor these engines Audi has developed a new generation of the dynamic S tronic - the innovative dual-clutch transmission now has seven gears. Being a performance SUV, the Audi Q5 drives with sporty precision and unwavering stability, with a climbing performance of a staggering 31 degrees.

The Audi Q5 combines technology with luxury. The standard and optional equipment includes the Audi driver information system, the MMI (Multi Media Interface), xenon plus headlights with LED technology, Bang & Olufsen surround sound, a DVD player, Rear Seat Entertainment, 3-Zone automatic air conditioning, cruise control, an acoustic parking system with rearview camera and many additional features.

Audi Q5 IndiaThe Audi Q5 range starts at INR 3,829,000 for the 2.0 TFSI and INR 4,419,000 for the 3.0 TDI (ex-showroom Mumbai) and will be offered in six exciting colors: Stratos Blue, Garnet Red, Ice Silver, Meteor Grey, Phantom Black and Ibis White.

The new Audi Q5 will be available along with the entire Audi model range comprising the new Audi A6, Audi A8, Audi Q7, Audi A4, Audi TT and the super sports car Audi R8 from June 4th, 2009 onwards at 11 dealerships across the country: in Delhi, Gurgaon, Chandigarh, Ludhiana, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi. Source: Audi)