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Polestar Showcases Its First Ever Car 'Polestar 1' As Independent Automaker

Cyrus Dhabhar | Tuesday October 17, 2017

Polestar, formerly an inbuilt division for Volvo makingperformance variants,and now an independent automaker that will make performance electric cars based on Volvo design and chassis, has showcased it's first ever car - the 'Polestar 1'. The Polestar 1 will be an hybrid performance car that will be built in a new purpose built factory in China alo...

Bajaj Auto Posts Highest-Ever Quarterly Turnover

CarAndBike Team | Tuesday October 17, 2017

For the second quarter of FY2018, Bajaj Auto has recorded a turnover of Rs. 6,863 crore, with operating EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) of Rs. 1,383 crore. Bajaj recorded the highest ever sales of Pulsar motorcycles in September 2017. More than one lakh Pulsars were sold in September.

Bajaj Auto Q2 Profit Falls 1%, Meets Estimates

Thomson Reuters | Tuesday October 17, 2017

Bajaj Auto's total revenue from operations for the quarter rose about 2 percent to Rs 6,566 crore.

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 400,000 Cars In The UK For Potential Airbag Issue

CarAndBike Team | Monday October 16, 2017

German auto giant Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall of 400,000 vehicles in the UK over a potential airbag issue. The recall affects vehicles that were manufactured between November 2011 and July 2017 and includes certain units of the A, B, C and E-Class models, as well as the GLA, CLA and GLC cars in the company's line-up.

Diwali 2017: Festive Season Discounts And Offers On Two Wheelers In India

Sameer Contractor | Tuesday October 17, 2017

The festive season is all about availing the best offers that auto companies have to offer right from discounts and freebies to easy financing options and lower rate of interest. There's something for everyone that can make your buying experience all the more lucrative. So, if you were in the market for looking at a new two wheeler, here's a list o...

IAMAI Launches IoT Incubator Programme Called 'IoT.IN'

Indo-Asian News Service | Monday October 16, 2017

IAMAI has teamed up with Mobile10X and Napino Auto and Electronics Limited for the venture.

Jeep Working On An SUV With Three Rows; Patent Drawings Reveal

CarAndBike Team | Monday October 16, 2017

Jeep is reportedly working on a 3-row SUV, which might be based on the Jeep Yuntu concept. The Yuntu Concept was first showcased at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show and is a plug-in hyrid concept. Jeep has not confirmed that it is working on this as yet.

Caught On Camera: Tamil Nadu Man Falls 2,400 Feet To Death Near Temple

Tamil Nadu News | Written by J Sam Daniel Stalin | Monday October 16, 2017

A man who fell from the edge of a temple on a cliff in Tamil Nadu, was found dead on Sunday. His fall was filmed by witnesses who barely had a moment to react when he lost his balance.

Gautam Singhania Nominated To Replace Vijay Mallya As India's Representative In FIA's WMSC

Sameer Contractor | Sunday October 15, 2017

The Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) has appointed industrialist and auto enthusiast Gautam Singhania as India's representative in the World Motor Sports Council (WMSC). The post was previously held by former UB Group boss Vijay Mallya.

Mahindra Beats Toyota And Ford To Top 2017 JD Power Sales Satisfaction Index

Sameer Contractor | Sunday October 15, 2017

Mahindra and Mahindra ranked the highest in the 2017 Sales Satisfation Index (SSI) as per JD Power. The Indian automaker managed to beat international players including Toyota and Ford to take the top spot. Mahindra ranked highest in sales satisfaction, with a score of 866, followed by Toyota coming in second with 856 points, while Ford ranke third...

Volkswagen Targets 3% Share In Indian Passenger Vehicle Market

PTI | Sunday October 15, 2017

German auto major Volkswagen has set a target to garner 3 per cent share in passenger vehicle segment in India, one of its key future markets, according to a senior company official. The company is looking to enhance its brand awareness, while also gradually strengthen its range of products in India to fill gaps in its portfolio and tap fast growin...

3 Arrested For Beating Up Men Near Delhi For Allegedly Carrying Beef

Cities | Reported by Saurabh Shukla, Edited by Aloke Tikku | Sunday October 15, 2017

Azad, the disabled auto rickshaw driver thrashed in Faridabad on Friday on suspicion that he was transporting cow meat, has alleged his attackers had poured petrol on his face and were about to light the matchstick

Skoda Banned From Using Monte Carlo Name In India

Cyrus Dhabhar | Saturday October 14, 2017

The Skoda Rapid Monte Carlo edition was launched in India less than a couple of months back. A district court issued the ban a few days ago that cites trademark infringement by the automaker as the trademark for the 'Monte Carlo' nameplate lies with a clothing and apparel manufacturer from Punjab.

'Was Told To Chant Jai Hanuman': 5 Beaten Up Near Delhi Over Beef Charges

India News | Reported by Saurabh Shukla, Edited by Aloke Tikku | Sunday October 15, 2017

Five people were thrashed by cow vigilantes in Faridabad on the outskirts of the national capital Delhi on Friday morning on the suspicion of carrying beef in an auto rickshaw. Azad, the disabled rickshaw driver who had been hired to deliver the meat, bore the brunt of the attack.

Dog Stands On Top Of Moving Auto Like A Boss. RJ Malishka Tweets Video

Offbeat | NDTV Offbeat Desk | Saturday October 14, 2017

RJ Malishka recently tweeted quite an interesting video that's left some on Twitter impressed, some confused and some angry. It shows an adorable dog, apparently named Sultan, riding in an auto rickshaw in the most unique way possible.

Tesla Has Fired About 400 Employees In The Past Week

Reuters | Saturday October 14, 2017

Tesla has fired about 400 employees in the past week. It hasn't confirmed the number of employees fired from the company but says that the dismissals were a result of a company-wide annual review.

Tesla Fires Hundreds Of Employees, Says Report

Thomson Reuters | Saturday October 14, 2017

The dismissals were a result of a company-wide annual review, Tesla said in an emailed statement.

Trading Calls: Buy Axis Bank, Bajaj Auto, Says Expert

NDTV Profit Team | Thursday October 12, 2017

Domestic shares also took support from the other Asian markets, where equities were near a decade-high riding the bull run in global equity markets.

Bajaj Platina ComforTec With LED DRL Launched; Priced At Rs. 46,656

CarAndBike Team | Wednesday October 11, 2017

Bajaj Auto claims the new Platina ComforTec consumes less power and offers better fuel economy, thanks to the introduction of the first in class LED daytime running lights.

Mahindra Aims To Strengthen Petrol Engine Portfolio By April 2020

Sameer Contractor | Tuesday October 10, 2017

Mahindra and Mahindra is looking to expand engine portfolio with gasoline alternatives by 2020. On the sidelines of the Mahindra KUV100 NXT launch, Mahindra - Managing Director, Pawan Goenka said that the company is planning to introduce a new line-up petrol powered vehicles by April 2020, which is when the BS-VI emission norms will be introduced. ...

Affordable Housing - The 'Maruti' Of The Indian Real Estate

Blog | Amandeep Singh Dhaliwal | Tuesday October 10, 2017

When the demand is high and the supply is low, the market goes up and vice versa. There is a lot of demand for housing in our growing economy.

TVS Apache RR 310S Test Mule Spotted With Changes; Launch Later This Year

CarAndBike Team | Monday October 9, 2017

TVS Motor Company will launch the much-awaited TVS Apache RR 310S before the end of the current calendar year. It's the first full-faired motorcycle from the Chennai-based two-wheeler manufacturer and is based on the Akula concept showcased at the last Auto Expo.

New Cars Increasingly Loaded With Distracting Technology, Says Study

AP | Sunday October 8, 2017

The infotainment technology that automakers are cramming into the dashboard of new vehicles is making drivers take their eyes off the road and hands off the wheel for dangerously long periods of time, an AAA study says.

India needs large lithium-ion battery plants for EVs push: NITI Aayog

PTI | Sunday October 8, 2017

India is required to set up large lithium-ion batteries (LiBs) manufacturing plants to become a global player in electric vehicles (EVs) technology market Niti Aayog member V K Saraswat has said. As the government is looking to give a major push to use of EVs, Saraswat said the main challenge would be in reducing the cost of lithium-ion battery use...

Porsche Seeks 200 Mn Euro Damages From Audi Over Dieselgate: Bild

Reuters | Saturday October 7, 2017

Porsche's management delivered the claim in written form to counterparts at Audi, the German newspaper Bild,said without citing its source.

Why Kriti Sanon Cried In An Auto After Her Catwalk Debut

Entertainment | Friday October 6, 2017

"I was very nervous and I mixed up the order," said Kriti Sanon

Mumbai Auto Driver Wants To Build A Toilet. His Reason Is Truly Inspiring

Offbeat | NDTV Offbeat Desk | Friday October 6, 2017

"I know that this is a small dream, but it means everything to me..." says an auto driver on the Humans of Bombay Facebook page. And while he may think his is a small dream, the idea behind it is truly inspiring.

Mercedes-Benz And BMW Show Strong Sales Growth In 2017

Sameer Contractor | Friday October 6, 2017

German auto giants Mercedes-Benz and BMW registered an upward trajectory in sales for 2017. Both manufacturers have seen positive sales in the third quarter of the year as well as in year-to-date (YTD) sales for 2017. Between January-September 2017, Mercedes-Benz grew by 19.6 per cent with 11,869 units sold; while BMW registered a growth of 17.3 pe...

Despite Cut, Petrol, Diesel Rate In India 2.5 Times Singapore Benchmark: Moody's

Business | Press Trust of India | Friday October 6, 2017

Petrol in Delhi now costs Rs 68.38 a litre, down from Rs 70.88. A litre of diesel now comes for Rs 56.89 as against Rs 59.14 previously.

Chery Cars China To Launch All-Electric Models For Europe By 2019

Pratik Rakshit | Friday October 6, 2017

The new range will be powered by a selection of electrified powertrains, including hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (P-HEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs).