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Nissan Invitation Small Car Concept Revealed–Will It Be Placed Along Under Micra In India?

Rohit — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:21:10 +0000

Nissan has revealed its latest small concept car called the Nissan Invitation at Rolle in Switzerland on 6th January 2012. The small car is a B segment compact hatchback which will be place along side the small car Nissan Micra and Nissan Juke crossover. Called INVITATION, the dynamic concept – which will be unveiled at this year’s Geneva International Motor Show (8-18 March) – shows some of the innovation and excitement promised for the new model, which is due to be launched in Europe from 2013. Invitation is an energetic design, bringing fresh style, innovation and excitement to the mainstream market. The clean fluidity of the silhouette hints at its dynamic potential and showcases class-leading aerodynamics for enhanced efficiency.The side of the car is dominated by a distinctive character line, known internally as the ‘Squash Line’, which adds a powerful dynamism to its profile with distinctive sculpted front and rear wings giving INVITATION a confident stance. image – Nissan Invitation Concept Car Exteriors Inside, a refreshingly open cabin combines practicality and modernity with impressive levels of quality and purposeful technology features.François Bancon, Deputy Division General Manager of Product Strategy and Product Planning Division, said: “The name we have given to [...]

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Tata Technologies Launches eMO Electric Concept Car At Detroit Motor Show 2012

Rohit — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:28:40 +0000

Tata Motors did turn many heads in Indian Auto Expo 2012 with its futuristic Tata Pixel at the Tata Pavilion. The same kind of enthusiasm was also experienced at Detroit USA when Tata Technologies Displayed their first Full Electric Vehicle by Indian Engineering Services Firm – Tata Technologies. Tata Technologies, a leading global provider of engineering services and product development IT, was selected by Michelin to display its electric MObility (eMO) engineering study EV as part of the prestigious Michelin Challenge Design display at the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit,(January 9-22). image – Tata eMO Electric Concept Car “The eMO project symbolizes the coming of age of Indian automotive engineering,” said Warren Harris, Tata Technologies President and Global COO. “It is a tangible example of the capability of Tata Technologies to engineer a full vehicle – a first for any India-based engineering services company.” image – Tata eMO Electric Concept Car Side View The eMO architecture emphasizes “right size” personal urban transportation by minimizing its exterior footprint and maximizing interior space; including seating for four adults. Based upon research of city/urban usage, eMO has the flexibility – with rear seats articulated – to do double-duty as [...]

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Skoda Showcases Fabia Monte Carlo And RS 2000 Concept At Auto Expo 2012

Kashish Bidsar — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:25:52 +0000

At the 2012 Auto Expo, Skoda showcased a number of products all of which exist in the Indian market but apart from these there were two cars which grabbed most of the eyeballs. We are talking about the Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo and Skoda RS 2000 Concept car. Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo The Fabia Monte Carlo is a special edition Fabia with extra features and accessories that one would always desire for. The car has a 1197 CC turbocharged petrol engine that churns out 105 BHP @ 5000 RPM of max power and 175 Nm @ 4100 RPM of peak torque. The engine is mated to a 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. image – Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo The engine though small helps the car attain a top speed of 191 km/h and gives a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 10.1 seconds. Other features of the car include ABS, EBC(engine braking control), Dual rate brake assist, halogen projector black headlights with fog lamps, automatic climate control, steering mounted audio controls, 17” alloy wheels etc.. image – Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo Skoda RS 2000 Concept Hatchback The Skoda RS 2000 is a concept hatchback from the major and was first showcased [...]

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Mahindra Showcases SsangYong SUVs At Auto Expo 2012– Exclusive Pictures and Details

Rohit — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:01:08 +0000

Mahindra and Mahindra showcased a range of Vehicles at the Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi India in January 2012. One of the Major attractions at the Mahindra Pavilion were the Ssangyong SUVs which attracted a lot of attention of the visitors at the Expo. In this article, we bring you brief about these exhibits and will share their exclusive pictures from Auto Expo 2012. Ssangyong Rexton Details and Pictures From Auto Expo 2012 Ssangyong Rexton SUV made an appearance at the Auto Expo 2012 at the M&M pavilion. The Rexton blends the elegance of a luxury model with the rugged features of a hard-working off roader. The upright headlamp shape flanks SsangYong’s distinctive grille to emphasize Rexton’s power, while the attractive rear view design houses a convenient flip up glass tailgate. At home both in a chic urban environment and a hostile off-road setting, Rexton’s confident appearance reflects its engineering pedigree. Image – Ssangyong Rexton At Auto Expo 2012 At the heart of the Rexton range is a line up of powerful engines to match the SsangYong’s capable off road separate chassis. A permanent all wheel drive system distributes ample torque to all four tyres for optimum acceleration and responsiveness, [...]

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TVS Hybrid Concept Scooter Qube Showcased At Auto Expo 2012 In India

Rohit — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:11:40 +0000

TVS showcased an eco-friendly petrol-electric hybrid scooter called the TVS Qube at the Auto Expo 2012 in India. The Qube is a minimalistic and practical design with an aim to provide sustainable mobility for future. It is powered by a conventional petrol engine coupled with an electric drivetrain making it a Hybrid solution with long range, high fuel efficiency and low emissions. image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 It is a parallel Hybrid system and is quite close to a production model without much bells and whistles. It features a full function LCD Display, regenerative braking for higher efficiency , switchable power modes, clean and simple body work, and clean appearance. TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter Exclusive Pictures From Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 image – TVS Qube Hybrid Scooter At Auto Expo 2012 check out more- Auto Expo [...]

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Mercedes Benz Showcases Indian Cars Line-up At 2012 Auto Expo– Exclusive Pictures

Kashish Bidsar — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:50:37 +0000

Unlike other premium car manufacturers like BMW and Audi who had their booth located inside a pavilion, Mercedes-Benz took a a very unique approach to please the visitors at 2012 Auto Expo and had a separate section on the outside showcasing a major portion of its product portfolio. To name some the company had Mercedes A Class Concept – (which we have covered in detail here) , Mercedes SLS AMG, Mercedes SLS Roadster, Mercedes M Class, Mercedes G Class, Mercedes S600 Pullman Guard, Mercedes E Class, Mercedes SLK 350, Mercedes CLS Class, Mercedes E Cell concept car and Mercedes SLS AMG GT3. Now that we have mentioned all of the models, let us now talk about the same individually. Mercedes Benz SLS Roadster At Auto Expo 2012 image – Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster The SLS AMG is the flagship sports car of Mercedes and at the Auto Expo apart from the SLS AMG the company also showcased the SLS Roadster. The car has a retractable soft top and features a 6208 CC V8 engine delivering 571 BHP of max power and 650 Nm of peak torque. Having such a powerful engine lets the car accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.8 [...]

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Mercedes A Class Concept Hatchback Comes Auto Expo 2012 In India- Target Price Under Rs. 20 Lakhs

Kashish Bidsar — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 09:00:57 +0000

If there was something very strikingly different about the Mercedes-Benz booth at the 2012 Auto Expo, it has to be the Mercedes A Class concept hatchback model. The showcased model is based on the company’s latest design language and proposes the future design cues for the A Class. The A Class is the company’s most affordable offering for its fans and its launch in India is expected soon. The expected price of the Mercedes A Class is under Rs. 20 Lakhs which will create a new segment of luxury hatchback in India. Coming back to the concept A Class, there is no way you would resist yourself from staring at it. The overall design is extremely beautiful and the beautifully carved body lines will not let you take your eyes off it. image – Mercedes A Class Concept Hatchback Model In spite of having an all new design the very logo of the brand retains its classic appearance and surrounding it is the radiator grille constituting of countless silver dots for that extra appeal. The wheels give a three dimensional effect and add to the beauty of the car. image – Mercedes A Class Concept Hatchback Model The lights have [...]

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Volkswagen Brings World’s Highest Fuel Mileage- 111 KMPL Concept Car XL1 To Auto Expo 2012

Rohit — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:54:53 +0000

Its not a spelling mistake in the title, it really is 111 Km / Litre of mileage which the Volkswagen Concept car Volkswagen XL1 delivers with its special technologies. The Volkswagen XL1 concept show the way forward for extreme economic vehicles without taking away the fun of driving. With a plug in hybrid concept utilizing the fuel efficient TDI technology and DSG automatic transmission gearbox generating a maximum power of 48 PS from just 0.8 litre displacement makes it the world’s most efficient concept car in the world today. image – Volkswagen XL1 Concept At Auto Expo 2012 The XL1 has extreme dimensions, a similar length as the Volkswagen Polo and the low profile of the Lamborghini and with winged doors which reminds of a high end sports car – a truly visual spectacle. The XL1 prototype only weighs 795 kg. 225 kg is the weight of the entire drive unit, 153 kg the running gear, 80 kg for the equipment including the two bucket seats – which leaves only 230 kg as the weight of the body. It is not only lightweight but also very safe due to the high strength monocoque along the lines of Formula 1 cars with a [...]

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Land Rover Defender Concept 100 (DC 100) & Defender Concept 100 Sport Showcased At 2012 Auto Expo

Kashish Bidsar — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:50:43 +0000

As we reported in our post dated 30th December, JLR/Jaguar and Land Rover have showcased their concept models at the 2012 Auto Expo. Back at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show the company displayed Land Rover DC100 and Land Rover DC100 Sport concept cars and recently they graced the Auto Expo as well. The company has designed both the models following a very futuristic approach and both the concepts carry the real spirit of the Land Rover Series 1 established in 1948. In a simple term the concepts are a modern interpretation of the brand’s heritage and are very futuristic in all aspects. Image-Land Rover DC100 Concept Some of the technologies employed in these concepts include mixed alloy underpinnings, eight speed automatic transmission, Intelligent start stop system, Land Rover’s next generation all-terrain technology, Terrain Response system etc. Image-Land Rover DC100 Concept Land Rover DC100 & DC100 Sport Concept Key Features Two new concepts from Land Rover investigate the potential future design direction of the iconic Defender. The concepts capture the flexibility, adaptability and configurability that have always been key attributes of Land Rover and continue in today’s Defender. Defender Concept 100 demonstrates the future of Land Rover capability and versatility. Defender [...]

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Jaguar C-X16 and C-X75 Concept Cars Showcased At Auto Expo 2012 In India

Kashish Bidsar — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:30:31 +0000

During the last week of December 2011 we had reported that Jaguar and Land Rover a.k.a JLR will be showcasing their respective concept products at the 2012 Auto Expo. Keeping their promise they have done so and to start with we will talk about Jaguar C-X16. The C-X16 is Jaguar’s latest concept sports car and carries the company’s traditional front-engined, rear wheel drive formula. The same formula has been reiterated for this concept car and the end result is a performance oriented hybrid drivetrain with 50:50 weight distribution. The car is propelled by a combination of two powertrains: an all-alloy V6 engine and an electric motor inspired by Formula One KERS system. image – Jaguar C-X16 Concept The hybrid powertrain plays a very important role as it supplements the V6 engine’s power thereby reducing the fuel consumption. Interestingly at speeds of up to 50 mph the car performs as a zero tailpipe-emissions electric vehicle. Besides the brilliant powertrain it is also bestowed with intelligent systems like the Start Stop System and Kinetic Energy Recovery System. image – Jaguar C-X16 Concept Talking about the V6 engine specifically, it is a supercharged all-alloy V6 engine that churns out 380 BHP of max power [...]