Tata Motors is here with a new Indica Vista with the launch of the Indica Vista Drivetech4 today. Intended to improve driving experience for customers, the Indica Vista is a 2nd gen Indica that was launched in August 2008. Indica Vista Drivetech4 advantage: •    Euro-4 compliant •    Petrol and diesel variants •    Eurotech gearbox for diesel and petrol variants for higher torque at... 

M&M certainly have great plans for the Indian auto market. We already know about the premium SUV which is to be positioned above the Scorpio, and now there's news of a, new mini-SUV that would be similar to the Premier Rio. Design parameters are stringent as they're aiming for a slot in the small-car category for obvious concessional excise benefits. Possible car specifics: •    1500 CC 3... 

Mitsubishi India is fervently working towards a diversified line-up for the Indian auto market. The range also includes the refurbished Outlander, and EvoX. However, the question on everyone's mind is whether or not they really are planning a small car in their line-up? There has been no confirmation from Mitsubishi India regarding such a development but wheelsunplugged maintains that the suggestion... 

BMW is ready to unveil the Gran Coupe at the 2010 Beijing Auto Show. The vehicle is a five-meter, four-door, coupe-like saloon. BMW is certainly concentrating on BMW 5 Series long versions that are specific to Chinese auto market needs. Alongside, they're keen on undeterred focus on the 4-door BMW Concept Gran Coupé. The concept car is synonymous with BMW coupes features including: •    long... 

This time we owe it to China. This week marked a great day with the 1st Metro for India built in China being shipped from Shanghai. The consignment was on road on March 23. As is evident, the Mumbai Metro One is resplendent in its bright colors. The manufacturers certainly hold this first train in high esteem and are generous with compliments that describe the essence of this giant bride. CSR had bagged... 

While Toyota Kirloskar Motor is dealing with recalls in India for faulty brake kits, the company has withheld further booking of the SUV, Fortuner. You needn't be alarmed because this isn't a recall or a warning for detected flaws. It appears the wait period is averaging 6 months, and the company has delivery backlogs. The intent is to reduce wait periods to 3 months, and as such bookings would resume... 

BMW India launched its all new 5 series in India today. Press Release Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, Friday, April 30, 2010 -- (Business Wire India) -- The new BMW 5 Series was unveiled today at the exclusive BMW pavilion which has been specially constructed for the launch in India. The new BMW 5 Series is available in two petrol variants - 535i and 523i and two diesel variants - 530d and 525d and... 

Porsche AG has taken a severe hit this time with their Panamera recall announcement. It's only been a few months that the car was launched. Things certainly look bleak with the Toyota scandal having rocked pillars of faith only recently. It's well known that the Panamera grand tourer quality assurances were intended to draw customers to the brand while fiercely competing with the Maserati Quattroporte... 

Seems some people make winning a habit. M&M certainly follow the winning mantra. The Bolero has proven itself yet again having won top spot for the 4th consecutive year. 70,554 units were sold during 2009-10. Apart from having attained top spot, the Bolero becomes the 1st vehicle in the SUV/UV/MPV category reach the 70,000 target in a single year. The car had previously topped a survey for Total... 

Tata Motors is now bringing out the Magic Iris for real. The people carrier is available at Jaipur. The Magic Iris price tag is pegged at Rs. 1.98 lakh ex-showroom. This latest micro-MPV comes with a 611cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine and a 10-liter fuel tank. The vehicle can attain top speeds of 55 kmph on longer distances. The vehicles functionality is intended to bring in higher returns...