Mahindra Thar will not just get an upgrade when it comes to cosmetic changes, but it will get an upgrade in its underpinnings too.  We spotted a Thar test mule and in the pursuit to catch 4x4 on test, we realised that this particular vehicle seems to be quite powerful.

Mahindra Thar 2015 will have better handling

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Land Rover has confirmed the worlds first premium compact SUV convertible will go on sale in 2016 by releasing a unique underground testing film.  Forty metres below the streets of London, the first prototype of Land Rovers new Range Rover Evoque Convertible was granted exclusive access to the 26-mile network of Crossrail tunnels for a development test with a difference.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible to be launched in 2016

Hyundai has introduced the ix20 as the company celebrates the 2015 Geneva Motor Show and builds on all the qualities of the original model, with an enhanced engine line-up, new technologies and design refreshments to widen its appeal.

The new Hyundai ix20 is here

The 13th edition of Gulf Foster a Child Car Drive held on Sunday, 1st March 2015 saw a participation of over 42 families fostering 60 kids.  Their revelry extended to a brunch at Dukes Retreat in Khandala over a prize giving ceremony to winners in accordance with this years theme Swachh Bharat and Save Water.

Gulf  Foster a Child Car Drive  2015 fosters 60 kids

Mercedes-Benz will be launching its third product this year, the B-Class facelift.  This is the Germany manufacturers luxury tourer which will not just get a cosmetic upgrade, but even the engine power will be increased.

Mercedes Benz to launch the B Class facelift on 11th March

Last week we revealed that Hyundai is working on an AMT for its i10 and this should be the next launch for the Korean automaker after the i20 Active.  In this process, we have also learnt that even Maruti Suzuki is working on Alto 800 AMT.

Maruti Suzuki is working on Alto 800 AMT

Toyota has announced it will be launching the Hiace sometime early in 2016.  One of our readers shared the images of the Toyota Hiace as it was doing test rounds on the Pune-Bengaluru highway.

Toyota Hiace spotted on test in India

 

Suzuki will be showcasing the YRA/iK-2 at the Geneva Motor Show and this hatchback is likely to be offered with two engine options.  One is the K10C and the other is the K12C.

Suzuki YRA iK 2 to get an automatic not AMT

Hyundai Fluidic Verna

Hyundai has taken its competitors head-on with a smartly revamped Verna. The author takes stock of the changes in the sedan and assesses whether these are enough to take it to the top

Up there but not quite

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Fiat will be introducing the Jeep brand this year in India beginning with the Grand Cherokee 2015 model.  But to enhance its Indian manufacturing capabilities, Fiat Chrysler will be manufacturing the Renegade and another SUV in India.

Jeep Renegade coming to India by 2017

In this financial year, Mahindra and Mahindra will be having nine launches in the first three quarters of the FY16.  This will include three new products on two new platforms, two new SUVs and one will be a new light commercial vehicle, then three will be three facelifts and three new variants will be introduced.

Mahindra to have nine launches this year

Jaguar will be launching its new crossover the F-PACE in FY16 as the British marquee prepares to enter a new segment.  The F-PACE was first showcased as the C-X17 Concept at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show and it will be launched in under a years time.

Jaguar Land Rover s plan for FY16

TVS Motor has been due to launch two new bikes for the last six months, however it will be introducing them in this coming financial year.  The Victor will be an all-new bike as this will be based on a new platform and this is likely to be 110cc bike.

TVS to launch new Victor and Apache  refresh Scooty Pep this

Hero Motocorp will be launching Dash, its new 110cc scooter in June this year.  The 110cc scooter has been spotted on several occasions doing test rounds around the companys plant.

Hero will launch Dash in June 2015  two more launches for

2015 is an important year for Renault India, one of the fastest growing automobile companies in India, as it has aggressive plans to increase its presence across the country.  Renault has already announced that it will launch two new products and together with that, Renault is also enhancing its existing product range to make it more appealing to Indian customers.

Renault updates the Pulse  Price now starts at Rs 5 6

Ducati had made its way into India earlier through a distributor, however now the company is preparing to make a return in the coming couple of months.  From what we understand, Ducati will re-launch itself in India at the start of the next financial year and the company will begin with two dealerships, NCR and Mumbai.

Ducati to return to India around April 2015

Fiat Group Automobiles India Pvt.  Ltd (FGAIPL) will organize free mega check up camp at its exclusive dealerships for 3 days from 26th to 28th February.

Fiat organizes free National check up camp

Motorsports in India has been gaining more and more significance for the past few years.  Keeping in tune with this, there is a form of endurance racing called Baja SAE that has gained a lot of popularity amongst students in India.

Mahindra Baja SAE 2015 completed

Hyundai Motor India has today revealed the design renderings of its SUV looking car.  The new offering from Hyundai will be called i20 Active.

Hyundai i20 Active launch in March

Apple was the first company to introduce a smartphone.  These phones did make our lives simple and convenient. These do come at a premium price, and probably one of the most expensive phones in the market.

Mercedes Benz C Class Review

KTM has been working on off-road (scrambler) bikes for the Indian market.  The Austrian company has plans to enter into this segment, as the Hero Impulse was a good learning as a case study and now manufacturers are working towards introducing its EXC range in India and even looking at exporting it from India.

Off road bike segment will be the next target

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Mahindra Thar 2015 will have better handling

Range Rover Evoque Convertible to be launched in 2016

The new Hyundai ix20 is here

Gulf 'Foster a Child Car Drive' 2015 fosters 60 kids

Mercedes-Benz to launch the B-Class facelift on 11th March

Maruti Suzuki is working on Alto 800 AMT

Toyota Hiace spotted on test in India

Suzuki YRA/iK-2 to get an automatic not AMT

Up there but not quite

Jeep Renegade coming to India by 2017

Mahindra to have nine launches this year

Jaguar Land Rover's plan for FY16

TVS to launch new Victor and Apache, refresh Scooty Pep this year

Hero will launch Dash in June 2015, two more launches for this year

Renault updates the Pulse. Price now starts at Rs 5.6 lakhs (on-road)

Ducati to return to India around April 2015

Fiat organizes free National check-up camp

Mahindra Baja-SAE 2015 completed

Hyundai i20 Active launch in March

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review