Mercedes-Benz is working towards getting more products in India, and this time it will be getting the petrol version of the GLE-Class.  The GLE-Class for the last few years has been sold only with diesel engines, except the AMG-spec SUV.

Mercedes Benz GLE 400 coming to India

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Currently SKODA Auto India is at an important juncture, strengthening the position of the brand in the country.  We have invested in modernizing our dealer network to provide the ideal backdrop for the presentation of our refreshed model line-up to the customers.

Skoda India dealerships to get a new look

iUNIR, a ride-sharing platform for corporate employees, plans to take advantage of the odd-even scheme in Delhi to popularise its app.
The start-up enables its users with easy logging in through their Facebook or LinkedIn accounts. It ensures that users get a ride through its unique concept of Pin-based ride match.
For improved safety, it facilitates users with convenient options such as Facial Detection and Distinct Rides for senior citizens and women. It also offers community based ride sharing alternatives for homes, offices and even schools. 
According to a company spokesperson, there are about 10 million vacant seats in personal cars and bikes in Delhi, which can be utilised during the days when the odd-even scheme is in force.
Those opting for ride sharing have to pay just the cost of the ride, he said. The company aims to expand its services to Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Hyderabad and Pune, once it establishes itself in Delhi.
The world's largest long-distance ride sharing .

Ride sharing platform hopes to capitalise on odd-even scheme in Delhi

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Renault will be launching a nationwide 'summer camp' offering a comprehensive check-up of its cars from April 18 to 24. The initiative aims to strengthen its relationship with its existing customers.
The Renault summer camp will see trained service technicians checking Renault cars for optimal performance. Customers can avail of attractive offers on spare parts, accessories, labour charges and value-added services during the week-long camp.
There will also be special offers on its Renault Secure programme under which customers can avail of roadside assistance and extended warranties. 
According to the company, periodical check-ups of cars necessary for enhanced performance of the vehicles. The service camps will be used as a platform to educate customers about their cars, basic car maintenance and driving rules.
A fully-owned subsidiary of Renault S.A.S. France, it currently offers seven models in the Indian market - the premium sedan Fluence, the luxury SUV Koleos, the premium ...

Renault to launch weeklong \'summer camp\' from April 18

The second phase of the odd-even road rationing scheme came into force in Delhi on Friday, which was also a public holiday on account of Ram Navami. The actual impact of the scheme, which will be in force till April 30, would be known only on Monday.
The Delhi government in a bid to curb environmental pollution experimented with the odd-even scheme in the first fortnight of January. Under the scheme, cars with odd registration plates can be used only on odd days and those with even numbers on even days.
The scheme is valid between 8 am and 8 pm and from Monday to Saturday. Women drivers and those driving CNG vehicles are exempt from the rule. So too are VVIPs.
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal appealed to Delhi motorists on Friday, urging them to make a success of the scheme. The Aam Aadmi Party government wants to make it a successful plan to curb pollution.
The government plans to deploy 2,000 traffic personnel on the capital's roads besides 5,000 civil defence volunteers to ...

Second phase of odd-even scheme kicks off in Delhi on Friday

British luxury car-maker Bentley Motors will launch its first SUV Bentayga in India on April 21.
Unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2015, the Bentayga is 5.14 metres long, with a wheelbase of nearly three metres. It is based on an iteration of the VW Group's new MLB-Evo platform for large vehicles that has already been used for Audi's new Q7 and will be seen in the all-new Cayenne. 
An all-new twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre W12 engine develops 600bhp and a mammoth 900Nm of torque mated to an eight-speed transmission. The SUV sprints 0-100kmph in 4.1 seconds before hitting a top speed of 301kmph.
The car makes extensive use of high-quality materials. The dashboard design reflects the wings of the Bentley badge, flowing from door to door. A 'floating' driver info panel with bright mineral glass as its screen, speaker grilles behind a fine metal mesh, intricate knurling on all important switchgear and new diamond-quilted seats with up to 22-way adjustment are some of the ...

Bentley to launch Bentayga SUV in India on April 21

Mercedes Benz India is likely to launch its GLC SUV in India sometime soon. Showcased at the Auto Expo 2016, Mercedes Benz is likely to bring the GLC SUV in June and will be one of the 12 launches promised by the company at the start of the year.
The SUV will come with a new dashboard design and will also pack in a new Burmester system with safety package from the C-Class.
For 2016, Mercedes-Benz India plans on introducing 12 new models in the country. The GLC SUV is part of their strategic launches for the Indian market. Mercedes GLC SUV is based on its popular C-Class sedan, which is appreciated all over the world. 
The Mercedes Benz GLC SUV will come powered with a 2.1-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that will be mated to a nine-speed gearbox along with 4MATIC and AWD function.  
The interiors of the GLC SUV by Mercedes-Benz will be premium and exquisite as always. Customers will find various similarities between the GLC and the current generation of the C-Class on offer in ...

Mercedes Benz to launch GLC SUV in India in June

There's good news for Chevrolet customers in India. The company will be offering several exciting and enticing offers for its customers. Its summer in India, and the America-based manufacturer has introduced several amazing offers. Only three models will be offered with the best deal of the year. 
The Beat hatchback will be offered with benefits worth up to Rs. 77,000. An exchange bonus will also be applicable on the Beat and Chevrolet will also offer first-year free insurance. The hatchback also will be offered with three years or 40,000 km zero maintenance cost.
The Sail compact sedan will be provided with benefits worth up to Rs. 60,000. Chevrolet will be offering a cash bonus as well as an exchange bonus on the vehicle. The automobile manufacturer will also offer first-year free insurance.
The Enjoy MPV will be offered with benefits worth up to Rs. 60,000. The automaker will offer cash as well as exchange bonus on the MPV. Chevrolet will be offering one-year free insurance on its .

Chevrolet India offers summer benefits for its customers 

Yamaha Motors launched its entry-level bike, the Saluto RX at a price of Rs46,400 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The bike is aimed at the young looking for comfort and a sporty look, but with fuel economy and an affordable price.
The Yamaha Saluto RX features a new, 4-stroke SOHC, 110 cc, two-valve, single-cylinder engine with a mileage of 82 kmpl. Weighing 98 kg, it is 22 kg lighter than its predecessor.
The lightweight bike has a maximum torque of 8.5 Nm at 4,500 rpm. It is available in four colours: Matte Black, Breezy Blue, Inspiring Red and Gleaming Black.
"The launch of the unique 110 cc bike is a clear illustration of Yamaha's endeavour to cater to the aspirations of young India," said Masaki Asano, managing director, Yamaha Motor India Sales Pvt Ltd. 
According to him, India is the largest two wheeler market in the world with nearly 16 million units sold last year and is a strategically important market for the company.

Yamaha launches Saluto RX at Rs46,400

The Aston Martin Rapide 2016 was launched at a base price of Rs3.29 crore (ex-showroom Thane) in Mumbai. The sports car is being launched by Performance Cars, a division of Infinity Cars.
The new car features a new engine and upgrades. The powerplant is a six-litre AM29 V12 engine that churns out 510 PS of power. The car can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.6 seconds and can attain a top speed of 306 kmph.
The front grille of the car is bigger and it features new DRL lamps. The car also comes with a new infotainment system, which emerges from the central console when called out. The Aston Martin Rapide also has dual pre-tensioning seat belts, load limiting technology for all four passengers and eight airbags.
According to Neil Slade, general manager, Aston Matin, Middle East and North Africa, India is a strategically important market for the carmaker. "Aston Martin has been very responsive to the demands of the Indian consumers and have therefore launched the new Rapide ...

Aston Martin Rapide 2016 launched at a price of Rs3.29 crore

Just two years after the brand entered the Indian market, Datsun is expanding its offering by introducing an all-new class of car aimed at young, aspirational customers ready to take the next step in their lives.
On Thursday, it launched the Datsun Redi-Go as India's first urban-cross, a car that takes the best features of a crossover and mixes them with the major attributes of an urban hatchback. 
It combines the roominess, best in class ground clearance (185mm) and sheer fun of a crossover and blends that with zippy driving and fuel efficiency of an affordable compact hatchback. 
"In a sea of look-a-like hatchbacks, the Datsun Redi-Go's modern and distinctive looks help it stand out from the crowd," said Vincent Cobee, global head of Datsun. "Aptly called, Yukan design (brave and bold), its design reflects the sense of individuality of the people who buy the car: confident go-getters who know where they want to be in life." 
With fresh, eye-catching styling, the Datsun Redi-Go ...

Datsun launches Redi-Go in India

Just two years after the brand entered the Indian market, Datsun is expanding its offering by introducing an all-new class of car aimed at young, aspirational customers ready to take the next step in their lives. 
On Thursday, it launched the Datsun Redi-Go as India's first urban-cross, a car that takes the best features of a crossover and mixes them with the major attributes of an urban hatchback. 
It combines the roominess, best in class ground clearance (185mm) and sheer fun of a crossover and blends that with zippy driving and fuel efficiency of an affordable compact hatchback. 
"In a sea of look-a-like hatchbacks, the Datsun Redi-Go's modern and distinctive looks help it stand out from the crowd," said Vincent Cobee, global head of Datsun. "Aptly called, Yukan design (brave and bold), its design reflects the sense of individuality of the people who buy the car: confident go-getters who know where they want to be in life." 
With fresh, eye-catching styling, the Datsun Redi-Go ...

Datsun launches Redi-G in India

Previewed at the Delhi Auto Expo back in February this year, the Innova Crysta is powered by a 2.0-litre i-VVT petrol motor that churns out 137BHP and 183Nm and an all-new 2.4-litre diesel engine that produces 147BHP and 359Nm which is also shared with the new Toyota Fortuner.
The engines will be offered with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox across all variants. On the safety front, ABS, EBD and 3 airbags, EBD, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Hill Start Assist is standard across all variants.
The new MPV is longer, wider and taller than the one it will replace. Up front, the nose borrows styling cues from more recent models like the Corolla Altis and Camry. 
The big hexagonal grille is wider and taller, and extends all the way to the base of the nose. The headlamps are double-barrel projector units with integrated LED daytime-running lamps.
The automatic variant will come with a 2.8-litre diesel engine whose power rating has not yet been specified. The Innova 

Toyota to launch Innova Crysta next month

Skoda is likely to bring in its VisionS-based SUV to India next year. The new SUV, which will be known as the Kodiaq (after the grizzly bear from Kodiak island in Alaska), features design cues that preview Skoda's all-new SUV design language also seen on the VisionS concept that made its debut at the Geneva motor show. The SUV will be based on the VW Group's MQB-A+ platform.
The SUV is expected to come with a 193hp diesel and a 223hp petrol engine, and is likely to get a six- and seven-speed DSG gearbox for the diesel and the petrol variants respectively (the VW group's 10-speed DQ511 was earlier said to be part of this car).
The new SUV has a much shallower grille and streaked-back headlights. Skoda designers have also used a unique secondary light in a recessed area under the main headlight. On the inside, the cabin won't have a completely 'glass cockpit' as on the show car. 
According to sources, the production versions will get a 12-inch digital instrument panel and a vertically ..

Skoda\'s VisionS-based SUV to hit Indian roads next year

Suzuki is all set to launch the new rear disc brake equipped Gixxer in India at the first ever Gixxer Day on Friday.
The new Suzuki Gixxer with a rear disc brake, is expected to be priced around Rs. 2,500 more than the rear drum brake trim. The motorcycle will continue to make 14.8PS/14Nm from its 155cc carburetted heart, and will also get new graphics.
The Suzuki Gixxer Day is the company's way of bringing motorcycle owners together, where they can interact with one another, meet dealers, and discuss any issues with the service personnel. Gixxer Day will be celebrated in nine cities to enable owners to head to a convenient location.  
Pumping up the festivities for the Suzuki Gixxer Day, Red Bull athlete and stunt rider Aras Gibieza will tour the country, showcasing his gravity and physics defying skills. The tour spans an entire month, during which the 26-year old will perform in nine cities. The two-time European Stunt Riding Champion has already toured the country twice prior, and 

Suzuki to launch the Gixxer with a rear disc brake on Friday

Datsun will unveil its Redi-Go, its third product for the global products, in Delhi on Thursday. "Watch, as we unveil another exciting chapter in the automotive industry. It's time to not just chase but catch up to your dreams as you experience the All New Datsun," ran the company's teaser campaign.
The new hatchback will compete against the Maruti Alto 800 and the Renault Kwid. The Redi-Go is based on the CMF-A platform, which is currently shared by the Renault Kwid. Datsun is the small car unit of Japanese major Nissan.
The Redi-Go is likely to be powered by an 800 cc engine - the same as with the Kwid - mated to a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox. Analysts expect the car to be priced below Rs2.5 lakh.
Datsun launched two other small cars - the Go and Go plus - but they failed to make a mark in the Indian market. 
At the Delhi Auto Expo 2016, Datsun showcased its Go-cross Concept for the first time. The crossover concept is the brand's vision for a potential Datsun GO/GO+ family .

Datsun to launch Redi-Go on Thursday

Renault India launched the all new Duster range in Bangalore on Wednesday. The new range features the first six-speed Easy - R ATM, beside more than 30 new changes.
"Duster is a perfect example of Renault's core specialty of concept innovation, where we redefine an existing segment, offering something new to the customer," said Rafael Treguer, vice-president, sales and marketing, Renault India.
The new enhancements complement the new Duster, while it retains its iconic crossover style body shape that enabled Duster to create an entirely new segment in India's automotive industry.
The new Duster is expected to lead Renault's expansion plans in India and strengthen its position in the compact SUV segment. The New Duster features new 'CMO10' & 'T4 E&E' architecture enabling enhanced safety and superior ride and handling.

Renault launches new Duster range in Bangalore

Bike enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the launch of a two-wheeler by Japanese major Yamaha on Thursday.
The company has been tight-lipped about the product which it will launch, though there is speculation it could be a 100-110 cc motor-cycle. It is expected to take on other commuter bikes including the Honda Dream Yuga, Hero Splendor and the TVS Star City Plus.
Yamaha recently discontinued its 100 cc commuter bike, Crux. Last year, it had stopped production of another commuter bike, the YBR 110.
India Yamaha Motor Pvt Ltd had reported a 44 per cent growth in domestic (including Nepal) sales in March as compared to the same month in 2015. The company attributed this to its increasing focus on expanding in tier II and III cities, along with its innovative ongoing customer-centric activities and exciting product line up including Yamaha Fascino and FZ series.
The company sold 60,032 units in March 2016 as against 41,640 units sold in March last year in the domestic (including Nepal) ...

Yamaha to launch new model on Thursday

Japanese automaker Nissan, which the is all set to unveil the production version of the Nissan Kicks compact SUV on the inaugural day of the Rio Olympic and Paralympic Games starting from May 3 is likely to launch the same in India in the near future.
Unveiled at the 2014 Sao Paulo Auto Show as a concept, Nissan could trim the platform to achieve a sub-4 metre length, according to a report. Nissan Kicks may rival against the likes of the Renault Duster, Hyundai Creta and others in its league. In order to introduce Kicks SUV, Nissan could phase out Terrano SUV from India, which failed to generate volumes for the car maker. However, nothing concrete has been revealed in this regard by the company.
Reports suggest that the Kicks SUV will be based on Nissan's V-platform that currently underpins the Micra hatchback. The SUV measures 4,300 m in length, which makes it a worthy competitor to Hyundai Creta and others in the segment. The Brazilian spec model will be powered by a 1.6-litre ...

Nissan likely to bring its Kicks compact SUV to India

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