Mercedes-Benz had killed the Maybach brand and now it is a sub-brand of the Stuttgart-based automaker.  The company had recently launched the S500 Maybach and S600 Maybach in India and the former will be assembled in the companys Chakan plant.

Why Maybachs are made only in Germany and now in India

MotorOctane

Bentley, Jaguar, Ferrari, Audi - the automobile industry has pulled out all the stops at the Auto Show. Here's a look at some of the snazziest cars on show

The showstoppers at 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show

Bloomberg

In the recently concluded ASEAN NCAP crash tests, the Datsun Go has scored a two-star rating.  The driver-side airbag equipped model scored 6.

Datsun Go scores 2 Stars in ASEAN NCAP

Maruti's Celerio, was the first car to be offered with its Auto GearShift (AGS) transmission option in February last year.  Over time, people warmed up to the convenience of an automatic gear shift transmission, which was easy on the wallet and didn't affect fuel-efficiency either.

Maruti s Auto GearShift sales cross 50 000 cars

Tata Motors and Campus Diaries today launched GenX Nano Campus Diaries 25 Under 25, powered by VH1, the biggest hunt for Indias brightest stars under the age of 25.  25 Under 25 aims to become the definitive community of the most talented young changemakers of India.

Tata launches Nano Campus Diaries 25

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has planned to invest$5. 3 billion in its US plants and proposes moving its US car production to Mexico, thus concentrating on SUV and crossover production in the US.

Fiat Chrysler to invest USD 5 3 billion in its plants

There are hardly any convertibles in our country and when it comes to luxury convertibles, you cant think of any actually, except for the Mercedes-Benz E400 Cabriolet. 



The2015 Mercedes-Benz E400 Cabriolet, launched in March this year, has been updgraded compared to the earlier one and is one of the most luxurious and gorgeousconvertibles in the world.

Mercedes Benz E400 Cabriolet Review

Renault will be launching the Kwid on the 24th of September.  This is the companys new entry-level hatchback. The Renault Kwid has 98 percent localisation and this is one reason why Renault is likely to price it aggressively.

Renault Kwid launch on 24th September

 

Maserati gave their Indian fans something to rejoice when they announced their plans to renter the market earlier this year.  Partnering with AMP Supercars, the prized Italian marque have just announced the opening of their first Indian dealership, in New Delhi.

Maserati opens first Indian showroom in New Delhi

Skoda Auto India has introduced the Octavia Anniversary Edition at an attractive price starting at INR 17. 8 lakh (on-road Delhi). The new edition will introduce the revolutionary SmartLink connectivity for the first time in the Indian market.

Skoda octavia Anniversary Edition for INR 17 8 lakhs  on road

With the Alfa Romeo Giulia now ready and official, Alfa is now working hard to get the new SUV ready for a debut in mid-2016.  Remember Fiat Chrysler CEO Marchionne told the press that Alfa Romeo will be launching eight new models by 2018.

Alfa Romeo new SUV spotted  Fiat to use same platform

The Jaguar F-Pace has finally revealed itself completely, just before the start of the Frankfurt Motor Show.  The F-Pace is Jaguar's first ever crossover and comes with many first-time features.

Jaguar F Pace revealed  Clear Images

The next-generation Mercedes-Benz is likely to be launched next year and once again it has been spotted on test with minimal camouflage.  The new E-Class will be bigger than the current one and shall be between the C-Class and the S-Class in length.

New Mercedes Benz E Class spotted   CLEAR IMAGES

Hyundai Motor India Ltd today inaugurated its highest premium dealership- Togo Hyundaisituated near 1, Airport Road, Skalzangling, LEH (J & K) , Pin -194101.  Built at the highest altitude of - 11184 feet from sea level, Togo Hyundai will offer an unparalleled premium experience to the customers in India.

Hyundai inaugurates a dealership in Leh

Audi has rolled out yet another customer-focused initiative - the Audi Mobile Terminal  a fully functional mobile showroom.  Based on the Audi Terminal concept, the Audi Mobile Terminal is a portable showroom, designed to provide a full Audi experience to customers - whether in a metropolis or a smaller city.

Audi India rolls out Mobile Terminal

Volvo has upped its ante in the Indian market and has come out with its all-new version of the XC90 SUV.  Volvo wants to become a serious contender and hence has gone all out in redesigning its flagship SUV.

All New Volvo XC90 Review

Only one participant will be crowned the winner and will receive a brand new car

Renault lists Kwid accessories, launches KrazyForKwid contest

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The Indian automotive clientele has an incredible penchant towards their SUVs, compact or otherwise. An ideal example of which can be the bookings of over 40,000 units of Hyundai Creta in a span of the last two months. Driving factor behind the purchase decision of an SUV driver can be categorized in two major highlights viz vanity and high ground clearance. Aesthetics of the car is the first contact with the customer and the high ground clearance is necessitated to live up to the compact SUV segmentation.



Also Read: Learn about Features & Specifications of Mahindra TUV300

Well, Mahindra had the ground clearance bit pegged down and now it seems that they have also managed to enhance the looks of the car. The Indian automotive giant has revealed a new bodykit option for its latest offering, the TUV300. With a price tag of INR 6.9 Lac (Ex-showroom, Mumbai), the car was easy on the pockets and still bestowed the convenience of a 7 seater, in its own quaint little package. The ...

Mahindra Launches new rugged body-kit for TUV 300

Kwid can be booked for an amount of Rs 25,000 which is refundable in case someone cancels the booking

Renault Kwid Bookings Live Now!

Toyota Kirloskar Motor announced the launch of Toyota Auction Mart as it becomes the first auto manufacturer in India to venture into used car auction business.  Reinstating the companys commitment towards creating a transparent and reliable used car industry for the customers across India, Toyota Auction Mart (TAM) is a first of its kind initiative in the Indian automobile industry and will start operations through a dedicated auction facility at Bidadi (near Bangalore) in Karnataka.

Toyota Auction Mart   new used car business

Maruti Suzuki India has launched two new variants of its sedan Ciaz, which come with additional safety features.  The variants arepriced at INR8.22lakhs and INR 9.

Maruti Ciaz launched with added safety features

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Why Maybachs are made only in Germany and now in India also?

The showstoppers at 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show

Datsun Go scores 2-Stars in ASEAN NCAP

Maruti's Auto GearShift sales cross 50,000 cars

Tata launches Nano Campus Diaries 25

Fiat Chrysler to invest USD 5.3 billion in its plants

Mercedes-Benz E400 Cabriolet Review

Renault Kwid launch on 24th September

Maserati opens first Indian showroom in New Delhi

Skoda octavia Anniversary Edition for INR 17.8 lakhs (on-road)

Alfa Romeo new SUV spotted. Fiat to use same platform?

Jaguar F-Pace revealed; Clear Images

New Mercedes-Benz E-Class spotted - CLEAR IMAGES

Hyundai inaugurates a dealership in Leh

Audi India rolls out Mobile Terminal

All-New Volvo XC90 Review

Renault lists Kwid accessories, launches KrazyForKwid contest

Mahindra Launches new rugged body-kit for TUV 300

Renault Kwid Bookings Live Now!

Toyota Auction Mart - new used car business