Posts Tagged ‘Mumbai’

Cruze missile deployed; Exclusive images from the launch floor

Chevrolet Cruze PresentationSolid as rock, the Chevrolet Cruze might cause rock slides in the D-Segment territory

The Chevrolet Cruze coverage on Indian Autos Blog has been very comprehensive. We have left no stone unturned in the Cruze chapter. Perhaps only a test drive report is missing from the picture, which will also be brought to you later this month.

At its launch event in Mumbai today, Vice President of GM India, Mr. P Balendran, who stressed that the Cruze is an very important vehicle for GM not only in India but all over the world left a few people in disbelief when he announced the price of the car.

Priced at 10.99 lakhs for the LT and 12.45 lakhs for the LTZ model, cars like the the Civic, Altis, Jetta and the Laura have no where to hide. Considering its the best seller in China and is fast climbing the sales chart the world over, the Indian consumer will also put India on that list, I think.

The launch function began with a small A/V presentation of the Cruze. Its features were highlighted and teaser videos were aired followed by a group of girls playing on their violins.

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Entry posted on October 12th, 2009 and filed under chevrolet cruze

Exclusive – BMW lifts cover off 2-door Z4 in India; priced at 59 lakh

BMW Z4 Unveiling MumbaiThe BMW Z4 convertible is yet another unique model in the Indian lineup

BMW India unveiled its 2-door Roadster Z4 here in Mumbai in a very stylish function conducted today morning at the ongoing India Couture Week.

The sexy and chic convertible model was showcased to select members of the press by Mr Peter Kronschnabl, President BMW India, who explained to us that the Z4 “outlines the expression of joy which epitomizes the quality of the BMW brand by combining the ultimate driving experience with maximum sporting potential and distinctive design.”

Available only with a petrol engine, the Z4 is strapped with a 3,000cc engine mated to a 7-speed auto transmission.

Questions were answered by the BMW President in a very witty manner – he said that BMW would bring the Mini brand here in the near future and as is the case with the BMW Motorcycle lineup. He said BMW is the number one luxury brand in India, not once, but thrice during the interaction.

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Entry posted on October 12th, 2009 and filed under BMW

BMW Z4 snapped in Mumbai with pre-launch disguise

BMW_Z4_Mumbai_spiedA BMW Z4 with the covers on sits in a trailer transporting it to the launch floor

Driving down the main roads of Mumbai at 7.30 PM, I notice a trailer carrying something with a weird shape. I moved closer and my initial thoughts were correct – it is a car.

I tell myself it must be a car that was involved in an accident, and is transported to workshop for repairs.

Wrong.

I happen to see the BMW logo on the wheel when the neatly covered car gets upset by the oncoming wind.

Well well.. I begin to think hard which BMW has such a low-slung stance, long wheelbase and is on the Indian radar — instantly the Z4 pops into my mind. Luckily I have my cam onboard — Click Click and I have a fully covered BMW Z4 in its memory.

The driver sees me and immediately stepped on the gas — he’s driving a truck for pete’s sake — how will that ever be faster than my 100+hp Verna?

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Entry posted on October 10th, 2009 and filed under BMW, Spy pictures

Exclusive – Images from Audi Q5 launch function

Audi Q5 India launch-88

Audi India launched the Q5 here in Mumbai this afternoon. This sporty SUV is the smaller sibling to the mighty Q7, recognizable by the similar tough-and-tidy looks. The launch function was conducted at the Audi lounge at India Bulls and Managing Director of Audi India Mr Benoit Tiers, donning an elegant suit with a sparkling red tie presided over the event.

The prices for the Q5 are quite attractive starting at INR 3,829,000 for the 2.0 TSI (petrol) and 4,419,000 for the 3.0 TDI (diesel). This vehicle would be available in five vibrant colors

Audi expects to sell 100 Units of the CBU this year which should not be a difficult task after seeing its multi-fold growth pattern from the time of its arrival in India.

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Entry posted on June 4th, 2009 and filed under Audi, New Cars India

Honda CBR superbike launch happens in Mumbai on May 27

Sources in the two-wheeler industry inform us the Honda CBR superbike will be launched in Mumbai on the 27th of this month. The high speed motorcycle is pitted against rivals Suzuki Hayabusa and Yamaha R1.

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Entry posted on May 19th, 2009 and filed under Sideblog

My Ride – Mahir Majid’s Hyundai i20

My Ride – Mahir Majid’s Hyundai i20

Mahir Majid is a regular reader of Indian Autos Blog and when we heard he was going to buy an i20, we immediately asked him to give his account of buying and experience. His car is hardly a week old and we’ve quizzed him comprehensively and his first impressions should help you decide whether this is the car for you.

When did your passion for cars begin?

I have been passionate about cars since childhood. Dad owned a Toyota Cressida 1984 and then a Honda accord 1986 which was used for a good 13 years and then got a 2007 dodge charger which he still drives. I have driven all the above.

Here in India mom got me a 1995 Maruti 800 for familiarizing me with the Indian road manners and then finally moved over to the Hyundai i20.

When did you buy the i20?

I had booked the Hyundai i20 end of January and got the delivery after almost 50 days on 7th may 2009.

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Entry posted on May 18th, 2009 and filed under Hyundai, Reader Rides

New Skoda Laura will be launched in India on May 20

Sources have confirmed to us that the Skoda Laura facelift (Skoda Octavia to foriegners) will be launched in India on the 22nd 20th of this month. Engine options are rumored to be no different. The launch function is also said to happen in Mumbai.

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Entry posted on May 13th, 2009 and filed under Sideblog

Ford Fiesta EXi special variant launched at 5.55 lakh rupees.

Ford has launched a limited edition petrol Ford Fiesta EXi priced at Rs. 5.55 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai) with 2 DIN MP3 player, driver seat adjustment and reading lamps.

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Entry posted on May 13th, 2009 and filed under Sideblog

Hyundai Santro takes up Taxi Service in Mumbai

Hyundai Santro takes up Taxi Service in Mumbai

Hyundai Santro taxi version was launched today at Modi Hyundai dealership in Mumbai which follows the State Government’s order of phasing-out nearly 7,500 ageing Premier Padminis.

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Entry posted on April 6th, 2009 and filed under Hyundai

Eye Candy- 2009 Mercedes Benz Golf Awards

Eye Candy- 2009 Mercedes Benz Golf Awards

What we’ve got here, we believe, no one else has. Ritesh Madhok, a talented photographer has sent Indian Autos Blog a handful of pictures from the Award function which was conducted in Mumbai, same day last week.

The Mercedes Benz Golf Awards was a glamorous event which included a display of AMG cars and India’s well known models walking the ramp. The S65 AMG and the SL63 AMG were parked at the function.

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Entry posted on February 9th, 2009 and filed under Mercedes Benz

Tata moves forward with marketing strategies to bring JLR to India

Tata moves forward with marketing strategies to bring JLR to India

Speculation has it that, Tata Motors is finalising its retail plans for its British marques- Jaguar and Land Rover to set base here in India. Tata officials said that plans are underway to try and sell the cars through company-owned showrooms.

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Entry posted on February 3rd, 2009 and filed under Jaguar, Tata, land rover

For Sale- Honda Fireblade RR 929

Rasik Narula, an avid reader of Indian Autos Blog, is selling his Honda Fireblade RR 929, the same bike which was featured on Indian Autos Blog earlier.
Bike- Honda Fireblade RR 929
Year of manufacture- end-2000
Asking Price- 5 Lakh rupees
Kms Done- 25,000
City- Mumbai
Contact Rasik-
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Entry posted on February 2nd, 2009 and filed under Cars For Sale

Audi India posts record sales of 201% in 2008

Audi India posts record sales of 201% in 2008

Notwithstanding the slowdown in the automobile industry, German luxury car manufacturer Audi had an ”exciting time” last year in India, with sales in the country increasing a whopping 201% (1,050 units sold in 2008 as opposed 349 units sold in 2007)

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Entry posted on January 9th, 2009 and filed under Audi