Hero Honda Launch new Super Splendor
Sep 3rd
Hero Honda launched a new variant of the Super Splendor, priced at Rs. 45,950 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The new splendour gets new graphics, meter console with tripmeter, Alloy wheels and new design multi-reflector head light.
With the introduction of the new variant, Hero Honda will phase out the old Super Splendor. The company introduced Super Splendor in 2005 in the 125cc segment with “Quantum Core” engine and enhanced features to give better fuel economy.
The 125 cc segment accounts for about 20 per cent of the total motorcycle market, which is pegged at about 75 lakh units per annum.
Specifications of the new Super Slpendor
Tour of Rajasthan: Registrations open
Sep 2nd
The tour of Rajasthan is a tour far off the beaten tracks. It promises to test your grit and build your talent on the famed deserts and ride some of the best tarmac in the country.
Ride on routes that few ever ride on, country roads, sand dunes, hills, jungles, highways as good as landing strips, a dry salt lake and all with little or no traffic. Then there’s the border road where yours will be the only vehicle passing through the famous 1971 battle sites.
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Swift One Million Edition launched
Sep 1st
To celebrate the million mark of the Swift Maruti Suzuki India launched a limited version of the Swift branded as Swift One Million Edition and shall be available in a specially created “Goldsmith Black” colour.
The Limited edition features new body graphics, 1 million Dome Decal – on both rear doors and bootgate and leather seats with 1 Million mark. Other features include Alpine Integrated Audio with Kenwood speakers, carpet mat and cushion.
Yamaha sales up by 30% in August
Sep 1st
After establishing a strong foothold in the premium segment bikes, India Yamaha Motors is set to script a new success story with the launch of its three commuter bikes – the SZ, SZ-X and YBR 125. Yamaha has registered a growth of 30% in sales during August 2010 as compared to the corresponding period last year. It sold 30,450 units in August 2010 as against 23,466 units sold in August 2009.
In domestic markets, the company sold 22,672 units in August 2010 as compared to 19,508 units in the same month last year. The export figures stood at 7,778 units in August 2010 while 3,958 units were exported in August 2009. More >
Mercedes to launch R-Class in India
Sep 1st
Mercedes-Benz India will launch yet another model the R-Class in India. Mercedes R-Class is a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) first launched in 2006. The R-Class which has just received a facelift will be launched in India just around Diwali reports Autocar India.
The Mercedes-Benz R-class will come in only one variant – the Long Wheel Base R350 4MATIC which has a 3,498cc V6 petrol engine. The R-Class features bi-xenon headlamps, steel spring suspension in front and AIRmatic (Adaptive Intelligent Ride control) system featuring self-leveling air suspension in the rear to aid comfort and improve driving dynamics.
Mercedes to launch M-Class Grand Edition
Sep 1st
Mercedes is leaving no stone unturned to keeps its number one place in the Indian market. With a slew of new launches from new models, variants and upgrades of existing models, Mercedes has already held the number position so far in 2010.
Now Mercedes also plans to launch a M-class SUV in a new exterior and interior styling package called the ‘Grand Edition’.
