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Aprilia RS 457 price, India launch, booking details

December 8, 2023

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Bookings open on December 15 for Aprilia’s first made-in-India bike; deliveries to start from March 2024.

After pulling the covers off the RS 457 a few months ago and showcasing it at the Indian MotoGP round, Aprilia has finally launched the bike in India at Rs 4.1 lakh, ex-showroom, Maharashtra. Do note, this is not an introductory price.

RS 457: First made-in-India Aprilia bike

The Aprilia RS 457 is made entirely in India at its Baramati facility and will also be exported to other countries from our shores. Powering the RS 457 is a liquid-cooled, 457cc, parallel-twin engine, making 48hp. Unlike most parallel-twin engines in this neck of the woods, the RS 457’s engine uses an uneven 270-degree firing order, which should result in a fruity exhaust note while maintaining high refinement levels. The RS 457 comes with three riding modes – Eco, Rain and Sport – and is also equipped with on the fly adjustable traction control.

This engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch, and a quickshifter will be offered as an optional extra. Similar to the larger RS 660, the Aprilia RS 457 uses an aluminium perimeter frame suspended by a USD fork and monoshock. Suspension is adjustable for preload at both ends.

The RS 457 is the first bike that rolls on the TVS Eurogrip Protorq Extreme tyres from the factory. Tyres sizes are 110/70-R17 (front) and 150/60-R17 (rear). Braking duties are courtesy of ByBre with a 320mm front disc and a 220mm rear disc. The 5-inch TFT dash and the switchgear on the RS 457 are very similar to the larger Aprilia bike, and overall this bike exudes a feeling of quality and premiumness.

At its Rs 4.1 lakh (ex-showroom, Maharashtra) asking price, the Aprilia RS 457 is more expensive than the KTM RC 390 (Rs 3.18 lakh), but much more affordable than the Rs 5.24 lakh Kawasaki Ninja 400. Bookings will open on December 15, but deliveries will only begin from March 2024. Test ride vehicles will be available from January 2024 onwards, at select dealerships.

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In Pics: New Lamborghini Revuelto V12 Hybrid arrives in style at ₹8.89 crore

December 7, 2023

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Lamborghini Revuelto Launch — 2/11

Just months after its global debut Lamborghini has introduced the new Revuelto in India, its first supercar with a hybrid powertrain. The new Revuelto is priced at ₹8.89 crore (ex-showroom)

First Published Date: 07 Dec 2023, 23:29 PM IST

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Honda City and Amaze get year-end offers with benefits up to ₹88,600

December 7, 2023

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The Honda City facelift arrived earlier this year and now comes with a cash discount of up to ₹25,000. Alternatively, you can choose to get free accessories from the dealer worth ₹26,947. There is also an exchange bonus of ₹15,000, a customer loyalty bonus of ₹4,000 and a Honda car exchange bonus of ₹6,000. Corporate buyers get a discount of ₹5,000, while there’s a special corporate discount of ₹20,000 on the sedan.

Also Read : Honda cars to be pricier from next month, follows Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors.

Concerning variant-wise offers, the Honda City VX and ZX get an extended warranty worth ₹13,651 as part of the package. The City Elegant Edition introduced earlier this year gets a special edition benefit worth ₹40,000 and an exchange bonus of ₹10,000. The discounts also extend to the City Hybrid in the brand’s lineup.

Honda Amaze Facelift — The Honda Amaze gets benefits across its variant range including cash and corporate discounts as well as loyalty bonuses for existing Honda owners

On the Honda Amaze, the S variant is available with a cash discount of ₹35,000 or free accessories worth ₹42,444. Customers can also avail of an exchange bonus of ₹15,000 a corporate discount of ₹3,000 and a special corporate discount of ₹20,000. If you are an existing Honda user, the company will give you a loyalty bonus of ₹4,000.

Furthermore, the Honda Amaze E variant gets a cash discount of ₹15,000 or buyers can opt for free accessories worth ₹18,148. The subcompact sedan also gets a loyalty bonus of ₹4,000, a corporate discount of ₹3,000 and a special corporate discount of ₹20,000. Buyers exchanging their old car will get a bonus of ₹15,000.

Also Read : 2023 Honda City first drive review: Sedan, now sportier, refuses to lay low.

The Honda Amaze Elite Edition gets a special edition benefit worth ₹30,000, an exchange bonus of ₹10,000, ₹3,000 worth of corporate discount and a loyalty bonus of ₹4,000. Lastly, the Amaze VX gets a cash discount of ₹25,000 or accessories worth ₹30,245. Customers can also avail an exchange bonus of ₹15,000, a special corporate discount of ₹20,000 and a corporate discount of ₹3,000. There’s a customer loyalty bonus of ₹4,000 for existing owners.

Make sure to check with your local dealer for the best offers to get the final price on the Honda City and Amaze. The offers also come at a good time with the automaker slated to hike prices across its lineup from January onwards.

First Published Date: 07 Dec 2023, 15:54 PM IST

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Kia Sonet price, diesel-manual powertrain, new features, trims and variants

December 7, 2023

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Will be offered alongside iMT gearbox; petrol powertrain lineup to remain unchanged.

Following a couple of official teasers from Kia, a leaked brochure on the internet now gives us all details of the upcoming Sonet facelift. Set to debut on December 14, the new Sonet will get design updates and a refreshed interior with new features, but the leaked brochure also reveals a key mechanical update – the diesel-manual powertrain is set to make a comeback on the compact SUV.

Sonet diesel to get MT, iMT and AT gearboxes
Sonet will continue to be offered in Tech line, GT Line and X-Line trims
Will get ADAS suite, 360-deg camera, new digital instrument cluster

Kia Sonet facelift powertrain options

The Sonet was previously available with a diesel-manual powertrain at launch, but Kia later swapped it with an iMT semi-auto gearbox. In fact, the company, along with sister brand Hyundai, adopted a clear strategy where the former would only be offering iMT gearboxes with its diesel engine while the latter will offer a regular manual gearbox. Likewise, the manual gearbox was also discontinued on the Carens and Seltos.

With the facelift, however, Kia will be bringing back a regular manual gearbox to the diesel engine lineup. While the iMT gearbox has its conveniences, the lack of even the option of a manual gearbox is likely to have deterred some buyers. This leads us to believe that the manual gearbox could also make a return on the Carens and Seltos.

Meanwhile, the iMT and torque converter automatic gearboxes with the diesel engine will continue as is. The petrol powertrain lineup will also remain unchanged – a 1.2-litre petrol mated to a manual gearbox and a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol mated to either the iMT gearbox or a 7-speed DCT gearbox.

Kia Sonet facelift trim and features

As before, the Sonet will continue to be offered in three distinct trim lines – Tech Line (HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+), GT Line (GTX+) and X-Line. The 1.2-litre petrol engine will be available only on the Tech Line trims while the turbo-petrol and diesel engines will be available across the lineup. Each trim line will also have its own unique styling elements and interior upholstery options.

The Sonet will also see several new feature additions such as 360-degree camera, ADAS suite, new 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, powered front driver’s seats as well as traction modes for the automatic variants. Most of these features, however, will be limited to the higher-spec trims. To read more about the exterior and interior updates, click here.

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Ola Electric slashes sales targets ahead of IPO launch, say sources

December 6, 2023

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India’s Ola Electric has slashed its sales goals for 2023-2025 by more than half and delayed its target of achieving profits by a year, after reduced government incentives pushed up e-scooter prices, according to a document and two sources with direct knowledge of the company’s finances.

By: Reuters
| Updated on: 06 Dec 2023, 16:42 PM

Ola Electric FutureFactory — Ola Electric, India’s largest electric two-wheeler manufacturer, is planning to cut down its sales targets ahead of its IPO launch.

The scaling back of Ola’s targets comes ahead of its $700 million stock market debut plan, even though the SoftBank-backed company, which likens itself to Tesla in the West, continues to lead the small yet fast growing e-scooter market. In a surprise move in May, India’s government cut cash incentives available for e-scooter buyers without giving an explanation. Ola’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal at the time said the reduced incentive would be a “short-term blip” for sales, and the company said the move would “have no impact on volumes”.

A document seen by Reuters with Ola’s latest financial projections shows it now expects to record 300,000 e-scooter sales in the ongoing fiscal year to March 2024, two-thirds lower than the earlier goal of 882,000 which Reuters reported in July.

The revenue target for the ongoing fiscal year period is now $591 million, versus the earlier goal of $1.55 billion – a cut of about 60%, according to the internal document.

In a statement, Ola did not acknowledge the document or comment on the cuts to internal forecasts. It said future financial targets were “yet to be verified”.

“This is completely confidential information of the company,” Ola said.

Also Read : Tesla on two wheels? Ola Electric faces after-sales service challenges as demands surge for EVs in India

The targets have been lowered because of the government’s lower subsidy, said two sources with direct knowledge of the company’s finances, who declined to be named citing confidentiality.

“The new numbers have been toned down so the company is able to meet or exceed them … that is what investors want to see,” said one of the sources.

EV Goals

While Ola is launching new scooters, parts of its nationwide network of over 400 service hubs which maintain and repair its EVs are showing signs of strain after a surge in sales, Reuters reported last month.

India e-scooters sales nearly tripled to over 700,000 during 2022-23 versus the previous year, with Ola a market leader, but the sales were still a fraction of 15 million plus two-wheelers sold in the country.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wants 70% of all new two-wheeler sales to be electric by 2030. India now offers 15% of the price before tax as incentives for e-scooters, compared with 40% earlier, leading to higher prices.

Before the government incentive cuts, Ola, still loss-making, was expecting to record its first operating profit of $220 million in the ongoing 2023-24 fiscal year. The revised targets in the document show it will record an operating loss of $92 million this year, and a profit of $111 million next year.

Sales will also rise but at a far slower pace than earlier predicted.

Ola will sell 900,000 units in 2024-25 and 2.3 million units in 2025-26, the new document showed. Those targets are 60% and 21% lower than earlier estimates when incentives were in place.

On Saturday, Ola’s Aggarwal slashed prices of his entry-level e-scooter by about 20% to around $1,100 to boost their appeal and bring more people into the EV fold, adding that lower government incentives were not a worry.

“People had feared the e-scooter industry will be hit due to government incentive cuts. Industry has more than recovered,” Aggarwal said.

First Published Date: 06 Dec 2023, 16:42 PM IST

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Lamborghini Revuelto Hybrid V12 supercar launched at ₹8.89 crore

December 6, 2023

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The Lamborghini Revuelto is based on an all-carbon monocoque chassis. It’s the first supercar to get a 100 per cent carbon fibre front structure including the front-impact structures made from forged carbon.

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The coupe borrows styling cues from Lamborghini’s recent limited-edition models including the Centenario and Sian FKP 37. The new signature ‘Y’ theme on the LED DRLs and taillights gives the two-door, mid-engined coupe a futuristic look, while the twin exhaust in the centre offers a menacing appearance. The Revuelto looks sharp, ready to cut like a blade, with an aggressive front profile. It also gets the scissor doors, which remain a signature element on the flagship Lamborghini.

The cabin gets a modern look with the vertically-stacked 8.4-inch infotainment screen, while there’s a 12.3-inch digital console on the Revuelto. The passenger also gets a 9.1-inch screen that will offer a host of information on the car.

Powering the Lamborghini Revuelto is the newly-developed 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 engine that develops 803 bhp at 9,250 rpm and 712 Nm of peak torque at 6,750 rpm. The engine is paired with three electric motors that push the total output to 1,001 bhp. Power goes to all four wheels via the new 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. 0-100 kmph comes up in 2.5 seconds while 0-200 kmph is achieved in just 7 seconds. The top speed is rated at 350 kmph. There are 13 driving modes on the Revuelto.

Furthermore, the Revuelto gets electric torque vectoring, and four-wheel drive is available in fully electric drive mode for dynamic handling. The high-performance hybrid supercar can travel up to 10 km on electric propulsion alone via the 3.8 kWh battery pack.

The new Lamborghini Revuelto competes against the Ferrari SF90, also a plug-in hybrid supercar in the segment. The big bull is also offering a host of personalisation and customisation options with the Revuelto to customers in India. The hybrid performance coupe arrives as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) in the country.

First Published Date: 06 Dec 2023, 15:54 PM IST

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Lamborghini Revuelto video review

December 6, 2023

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Chennai floods: Audi announces 24×7 complimentary roadside assistance for customers

December 5, 2023

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Audi India has announced complimentary Roadside Assistance (RSA) for its customers in Chennai in the wake of the floods caused by the ongoing Cyclone Michaung. The automaker said that the complimentary service will be available 24×7 across the Tamil Nadu capital and should offer peace of mind to owners. Audi owners in Chennai can reach out to the RSA team on these helplines – 1800-103-6800 or 1800-209-6800

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 05 Dec 2023, 19:00 PM

Audi Q3 — Audi India will extend its support to customers in Chennai through its RSA program | Image used only for representation purpose

Under the RSA campaign, Audi will offer 100 per cent coverage, on-site repairs, delivery of fuel and spare keys, travel or accommodation facilities; custody, transportation, storage and safekeeping of the vehicle as well as provision of specially designed towing platforms.

Also Read : Watch: Anand Mahindra shares video of Thar driving through flooded Chennai

Speaking about the initiative, Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India said, “In light of the unprecedented challenges faced by the city of Chennai, we are making every possible effort to assist our customers in the city. I am optimistic that our Roadside Assistance service will promptly come to the aid of our customers, ensuring their safety and well-being.”

While Chennai had some respite from the rains on Tuesday, December 5, the city was still grappling with power cuts, large-scale waterlogging and disruption in mobile networks. Apart from Audi, Volkswagen India also announced its RSA services for customers in Chennai.

First Published Date: 05 Dec 2023, 19:00 PM IST

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Cyclone Michaung, Chennai floods: 7 Tips to protect your car from total damage

December 5, 2023

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The states of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are facing severe threats due to Cyclone Michaung making landfall. We’ve seen footage across social media of Chennai flooded in most areas and the event will go on to uproot several homes and livelihoods over the next few days. About 9,500 people have been evacuated so far from the coastal areas and the number could increase further based on the impact of the cyclone. Amidst all of this, it’s important to remember that your car or two-wheeler needs protection as well.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 05 Dec 2023, 18:10 PM

Chennai Floods — Chennai is currently reeling with heavy rainfall due to Cyclone Michaung **(PTI)**

With your vehicle standing exposed, it’s necessary to essential steps to minimise damages and the hassle of claiming insurance or repairing the vehicle later. So what can you do to mitigate such a situation? We’ve put together seven quick tips that can you try to minimise the damage to your vehicle during floods or cyclones.

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Tips to protect your car from total damage during floods

1. Park at higher ground

One of the simplest things you can do is park on higher ground in case of an impending flood or cyclone. If you live in a high-rise with multi-storeyed parking, this is rather easily done. However, you can also look at public parking spaces that will keep your car protected in the event of a storm. Of course, always look for options that are closer in proximity to your nearest safe zone.

2. Evacuate early

If you think you won’t be able to make it to higher ground in time, make sure to evacuate the car at the earliest. This is all the more necessary if you see water levels rising. Grab all the necessary belongings in your vehicle and try to keep them in a single bag so your hands are free. Try to move your vehicle to the side of the road if you can so it isn’t blocking the path later once the water levels recede. It also ensures your vehicle is protected from other impacts.

3. Disconnect the battery

If you are evacuating from the vehicle, it’s important to disconnect the battery to prevent any electrical damage to the car later. This will save you a major chunk of costs in repairs later. Also, make sure that the doors are locked, the windows are rolled up and the sunroof closed, so there’s little chance of water seeping into the cabin.

4. Cover the vehicle, create a barrier

Cover the vehicle with a car’s cover or use a tarpaulin sheet cover to do the same. Additionally, use can use sandbags, should you find any at that moment to create a barrier to divert the water away from the vehicle.

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5. Go slow, keep revving

If you find yourself stuck in a flood-ridden area with the water levels rising, it makes sense to keep the vehicle going with some added pressure on the accelerator. The idea is to keep the water out of the exhaust and engine. You also don’t want the vehicle to stall while the water levels are knee-deep. A submerged area would also mean low traction and going slow will give you better control over the situation.

6. Don’t crank the vehicle when submerged

On the occasion that your vehicle stalls when driving through a flooded area, it’s best that you push it to the side instead of trying to restart it again. Cranking the car while the exhaust and engine are submerged will only increase the chances of the water damaging the engine by entering the chamber through the air intake. This will cause your engine to seize and that’s a hefty repair bill, which can be completely avoided.

7. Keep your insurance details handy

Natural calamities are unexpected and there’s not much you can do to fight it. However, you can prepare yourself by buying the right insurance with complete coverage. Third-party insurance does not cover vehicle damage and you will need to opt for a comprehensive policy. In events such as a flood or cyclone, the premium is worth it. Additionally, keep the details handy, preferably in a digital format with a physical copy in the car that will ensure you can reach out to the right people and smoothen the claims process.

First Published Date: 05 Dec 2023, 18:08 PM IST

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Hyundai Creta price, Creta facelift launch date, features, engine options

December 5, 2023

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Mid-life update for the Creta will bring new styling, along with more features and safety tech.

The long-awaited Hyundai Creta facelift will make its global debut on January 16, 2024. Hyundai’s blockbuster SUV will then see a market launch by early 2024. The Creta facelift for India will have unique exterior styling, along with more features and tech in order to bring it at par with its rivals.

Creta facelift will be loaded with tech
Engine line-up to include two petrols, one diesel
Will go on sale early next year

Hyundai Creta facelift: what’s new

The current-gen Creta has been around in India since 2020, and it’s been on sale in a few markets abroad. With its gradual introduction in other countries, Hyundai updated the Creta’s front fascia with a Tuscon-like nose – Hyundai calls the design called Parametric Hidden Lights. However, this version of the Creta never made it to India, but it is on sale currently in the Middle-East and some ASEAN markets.

Going by the spy shots, the refreshed Creta for India that will go on sale early next year will get completely different front and rear styling. That should bring its design more in-line with newer Hyundai models like the Exter, the new Santa Fe, and the Palisade.

The Creta facelift will come with an updated bumper, revamped tailgate and H-shaped LED DRLs like the Exter sub-compact SUV. Besides this, the Creta facelift will also get a split-unit vertical headlamp design with cube-like detailing and an updated front grille.

There will not be major changes to its sides, except for some minor tweaks and new alloy wheel designs. There have also been sightings of Creta facelift test mules with larger 18-inch wheels from the Alcazar, which could mean that the updated SUV could sport larger wheels on some variants.

Talking about the features, the updated Creta will come with an ADAS bundle and a 360-degree camera, like the Seltos. While there are no major interior changes expected, new shades for the upholstery and some minor changes here and there are in the pipeline. The 10.25-inch infotainment screen will likely continue on the updated Creta.

Hyundai Creta facelift: powertrain options

With this facelift, the new 160hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine will finally make its way to the Creta. The same engine powers the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Alcazar, Hyundai Verna and the Kia Carens. Gearbox choices are expected to be a 7-speed DCT gearbox and with a manual gearbox. The other engine options include a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine; both powerplants churn out 115hp.

Hyundai Creta facelift: launch timeline, rivals

Once the refreshed Creta goes on sale in India, it will continue to rival the likes of the Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor. The Alcazar, which is the three-row version of the Creta, is expected to get a facelift thereafter.

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Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus get Black Edition, wear special black theme

December 4, 2023

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Volkswagen on Monday launched the special edition avatars of its Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan. Christened as Black Edition, the special edition of the SUV and sedan comes on the heels of Sound Edition models that were launched just a few days ago. Both the new special edition cars come priced the same as the current model. This means, the cars have only received a new exterior colour.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 04 Dec 2023, 17:52 PM

The German car manufacturer has revealed that the Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan come based on the Topline trims. The Topline trim of the Volkswagen Taigun SUV is priced between ₹15.84 lakh and ₹17.60 lakh (ex-showroom). The Volkswagen Virtus Topline is available at a pricing range of ₹14.90 lakh and ₹16.48 lakh (ex-showroom).

Also Read : Volkswagen Taigun and Virtus Sound Edition launched. Check what’s special

Watch: Volkswagen Taigun: First Drive Review

Both the special edition iterations of the Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan come wearing Deep Black Pearl exterior colour. Besides the shiny dark black exterior colour theme, there are no other changes to the special edition SUV and sedan. The black paint gets contrasting chrome elements on the door handles, and front and rear bumpers. Volkswagen has not revealed anything about the interior of the special edition SUV and sedan.

Mechanically, both the SUV and sedan remain the same as their standard avatars. The Topline trims of the Volkswagen Taigun and Volkswagen Virtus come available in both manual and automatic gearbox options. However, it is not clear if the Black theme will be available for both the manual and automatic variants. Powering the Taigun SUV and Virtus sedan is a 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine that churns out 114 bhp peak power.

Meanwhile, the car manufacturer is offering a range of benefits worth up to ₹1.46 lakh on the Taigun SUV. These benefits include cash benefits of up to ₹40,000, exchange benefits of up to ₹40,000, and corporate benefits of up to ₹30,000. Besides these, the automaker is also offering special benefits of up to ₹36,000 on the Taigun SUV. These offers and discounts are available on the SUV until 31st December 2023.

First Published Date: 04 Dec 2023, 17:52 PM IST

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Future BMW iX electric SUV could get new battery promising nearly 1,000 km range

December 4, 2023

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BMW is working with a Michigan-based energy storage technology company named Out Next Energy (ONE), which announced that it used a battery on a BMW iX test car, which achieved nearly a 1,000-kilometre range on a single charge. Interestingly, BMW is one of the major investors in the company, which makes us think that the German luxury car brand that is aiming big with its EV strategy may introduce a new battery to the future iX electric SUVs, which will enable the cars to run nearly 1,000 kilometres on a single charge.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 04 Dec 2023, 16:59 PM

BMW is one of the leading car manufacturers globally that has been aggressively working on electric vehicles. The automaker has already launched multiple electric cars across different segments globally, including India as well. One of the BMW electric cars is the iX SUV, which is available in India alongside some other global markets. The BMW iX currently offers a 372-kilometre range on a single charge. However, ONE claims that with its Gemini dual-chemistry battery, the electric SUV can get a massive boost, enabling it to run nearly thrice the range compared to the current model.

Watch: BMW iX electric SUV launched in India: First impressions

The battery technology company has claimed that its Gemini battery is rated at 450 Wh/l of volumetric energy density, while the energy content is more than 185 kWh in the same space allotted to typical passenger electric vehicles’ packs.

Meanwhile, BMW has applied for a trademark for the iM3 nomenclature, which fuelled speculation that the automaker is working on a performance-focused electric vehicle under its M division, possibly an all-electric M3. However, BMW M boss Frank van Meel has revealed that despite the trademark filing, the automaker will not make an electric performance car named iM3. On the other hand, he also said that an electric M3 is a viable option for the automaker.

First Published Date: 04 Dec 2023, 16:59 PM IST

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Honda CB350 price, Hness CB350 recall in India

December 4, 2023

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Both models also have a recall issued for the bank angle sensor which can cause the bike to stall unexpectedly.

Honda has issued a recall for its H’ness CB350 and CB350RS neo retro roadsters for concerns regarding the models’ brake light and the bank angle sensor.

The company says an improper process being followed during manufacture of the rubber parts of the brake light switch there are chances of cracks developing. This may lead to water entry and corrosion inside, leading the light to malfunction. For this issue, bikes manufactured between October 2020 – January 2023 are affected.

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The other point of concern in this recall campaign is related to the bikes’ bank angle sensor. Honda claims this issue has arisen due to ‘inappropriate molding’ of the sensor housing, which can lead to a gap in sensor body sealing which might allow water to enter inside the bank angle sensor. This leads to chances of possible sensor malfunction and even the bike stalling in a worst-case scenario. Units manufactured between October 2020 to December 2021 are affected by this issue.

Replacement of these affected parts will be carried out at BigWing dealerships across India starting from the second week of December. The replacement will be done free of cost irrespective of the warranty status of the vehicle.

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5 upcoming motorcycle launches in December 2023

December 3, 2023

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2023 has undoubtedly been one of the most eventful for motorcycle enthusiasts in India with plenty of new launches throughout the year. But the fun isn’t over yet with December set to get exciting with multiple launches planned. From full-faired offerings to adventure motorcycles, there’s something for everyone this month.

By: Sameer Fayaz Contractor
| Updated on: 03 Dec 2023, 19:42 PM

Upcoming motorcycles December 2023 — From the Yamaha R3 to Kawasaki Eliminator 450, here’s a look at the new motorcycles set to arrive in December

We’ve put together the most exciting motorcycle launches that we can’t wait for in December 2023.

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2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 450 — The 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator gets a long-stroke 451 cc parallel-twin motor and will see the iconic nameplate make a comeback

1. Kawasaki Eliminator 450

The Eliminator nameplate is all set to make a comeback to India with Kawasaki ready to introduce the Eliminator 450 later this month. The bike made its global debut earlier this year and gets the quintessential cruiser design with modern touches, while power will come from a 451 cc parallel-twin motor. The new Eliminator will debut at the India Bike Week 2023 scheduled on December 8-9, 2023.

2. Aprilia RS 457

The Aprilia RS 457 full-faired sportbike will be showcased at IBW 2023. Aprilia’s first made-in-India motorcycle holds a lot of promise, especially with its 457 cc parallel-twin motor churning out 47 bhp. Aprilia India could go a step further and announce prices at the motorcycle festival while also beginning to accept bookings.

3. 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 GT and Tiger 900 Rally Pro

The updated Triumph Tiger 900 GT and Tiger 900 Rally Pro could also be unveiled at IBW 2023. The 2024 Tiger 900 range gets subtle upgrades to the powertrain for improvements in power and torque, along with a new TFT instrument console and more. Expect prices to start from ₹14 lakh (ex-showroom, India). Also on display will be Triumph’s new single-cylinder 400 twins.

4. Yamaha R3

Making a grand comeback to India will be the all-new Yamaha R3 on December 15, 2023. The motorcycle is all set to come here in a new generation and a completely new avatar over its predecessor. Power will come from the 321 cc parallel-twin motor and prices are expected to start around ₹4 lakh (ex-showroom).

5. Yamaha MT-03

Coming to India for the first time will be the Yamaha MT-03, the naked version based on the R3. Both bikes share the same 321 cc twin-cylinder engine but get the alien-face design language borrowed from Yamaha’s bigger streetfighter range. The MT-03 is expected to be priced from ₹3.70 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

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1. IBW 2023

Motorcycle enthusiasts have Asia’s largest biking festival to look forward to on December 8-9, 2023. To be held at Vagator, Goa, India Bike Week 2023 will see a host of new motorcycle launches, events, music concerts and more.

TVS Ronin custom built — TVS could make some special announcements at MotoSoul 2023

2. TVS MotoSoul

TVS Motor Company is also set to bring its biking and music festival MotoSoul to Goa on December 8-9. The event will be a celebration of the brand TVS and its two-wheelers, while owners can help themselves to some good food, participate in exciting events and groove to some foot-tapping music. Fun fact, IBW and MotoSoul venues are not too far from each other.

First Published Date: 03 Dec 2023, 19:41 PM IST

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Honda cars to be pricier from next month, follows Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors

December 3, 2023

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Honda Cars India announced that its entire range of passenger vehicles in India will be pricier from January 2024. The Japanese car manufacturer has reportedly said that it will hike the price of all its cars in India from next month, owing to increased production costs. With this move, Honda Cars India becomes the latest automaker in India to increase the pricing of its passenger vehicles, effective from January next year.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 03 Dec 2023, 18:08 PM

PTI has quoted a senior official of Honda Cars India saying that it will increase the prices of its cars from January 2024 in order to partially offset the impact of rising input costs. This comes following the announcement by several other automakers in India that have already announced that the pricing of their respective passenger vehicles will see a hike from next month.

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Just a few days ago, India’s biggest carmaker Maruti Suzuki announced that it will hike the prices of its cars from next month. Other major players like Tata Motors and Mahindra too announced that they will hike the pricing of their respective cars from next month, owing to rising production and operational costs. Luxury car manufacturer Audi too announced a price hike, effective from next month. Mercedes-Benz India too is mulling increasing the prices of its models from January.

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Honda Cars India currently sells three passenger vehicles in India. These are the Amaze compact sedan, City midsize sedan and Elevate SUV. Speaking about the decision, Honda Cars India’s Vice President (Marketing and Sales) Kunal Behl said that the auto company will increase the prices of its models from next month due to pressure on input costs. “The model-wise amount of increase will be finalised by the end of this month. Our new model Elevate which was launched at an introductory price has been well received by the market with very high customer consideration. The introductory price will be valid till December 23 and price will be revised from January 2024,” he added.

First Published Date: 03 Dec 2023, 18:08 PM IST

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2023 Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally image gallery

December 3, 2023

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The convoy of classic Mercedes-Benz cars rolled off from Taj Lands End in Bandra to Worli Sea Face and back as part of the rally.

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5 upcoming electric scooter launches in December 2023

December 2, 2023

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It’s the last month of the calendar year and we are all set to get some exciting launches in the market, especially in the electric mobility space. From new variants to special editions and a new brand identity, electric two-wheeler makers have plenty of new offerings lined up, making sure December 2023 will be a busy month for us.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 02 Dec 2023, 18:43 PM

Upcoming electric scooters December 2023 — From the Ather 450 Apex and Simple Dot One, to the new Bajaj Chetak Urbane, December 2023 will see plenty of new e-scooter launches

We bring together all the major upcoming electric scooter launches that you can look forward to in December.

Bajaj Chetak Urbane

Kickstarting this month has been Bajaj Auto with the updated Chetak Urbane. The new base variant gets a revised range, drum brakes, and a single Eco riding mode. It also gets a more affordable price tag starting at ₹1.15 lakh, going up to ₹1.21 (all prices, ex-showroom) for the Tecpac with more connectivity options, electronic aids and an additional riding mode. Expect the Bajaj Chetak Premium to be updated soon as well.

Also Read : Bajaj Chetak Urbane launched with upgrades, priced from ₹1.15 lakh

2023 Ather 450X — The upcoming Ather 450 Apex will be based on the 450X but with more power and better acceleration | Image used only for representational purpose

Ather 450 Apex

Ather Energy has announced its plans to launch the 450 Apex soon. The new offering promises to be the fastest iteration of the 450X with impressive acceleration and performance numbers. We wait to see how the new scooter will shape in terms of the hardware and will the upgrades come at a significant premium.

Simple One — The upcoming Simple Dot One is expected to be a more accessible version of the electric scooter | Image used only for representational purpose

Simple Dot One

Simple Energy may be slow in delivering its maiden electric scooter but that hasn’t stopped the company from announcing its second electric offering. The Simple Dot One is expected to be the start-up’s most accessible model and is likely to share the underpinnings with the One. More details on the Dot One will be available in the coming days.

4. Kinetic Green electric scooter

Kinetic Green is all set to introduce a new electric scooter on December 11, which will mark a new chapter for the company. While details are scarce about the new e-scooter, the company promises to announce a new brand identity with the upcoming model, making it all that special. More details on Kinetic Green’s upcoming electric scooter will be available soon.

5. Gogoro Crossover

Taiwanese electric mobility company Gogoro is all set to bring its first electric offering to the Indian market in the form of the Crossover e-scooter. Making its debut earlier this year, the Gogoro Crossover is a rugged little offering that packs several off-road friendly components that aid in tackling rough terrain easily. Gogoro has not confirmed if it will be making any changes to the e-scooter for the Indian market but we do know that the model will be made in India and is being targeted at B2B users, due to its versatility.

First Published Date: 02 Dec 2023, 18:43 PM IST

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Jaguar Land Rover announces Holiday Service Camp with special offers, Chauffeur training program

December 2, 2023

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Jaguar Land Rover has announced its new Holiday Service Camp for customers that will be held between December 4-9, 2023. The service camps will be held at the company’s authorised dealerships and include offers on branded goods, accessories, value-added services and a new Chauffeur Training Program.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 02 Dec 2023, 16:50 PM

Range Rover Velar — The service camps include offers on branded goods, accessories, value-added services and a new Chauffeur Training Program.

Under the Holiday Service Camp, customers can bring in their Jaguar or Land Rover vehicles for a comprehensive 32-point electronic vehicle health check-up. The service technicians will also check the brakes, wipers, tyres and fluids, as well as the battery health.

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Speaking about the service campaign, Rajan Amba, Managing Director, JLR India, said, “Amidst the excitement of the holiday season, ensuring your vehicle is in top condition becomes paramount. Our holiday service camps offer more than just convenience; they’re a lifeline for a smooth and worry-free journey. From ensuring safety on winter roads to maintaining peak performance for those memorable road trips, investing in our tailored services guarantees complete peace of mind.”

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The more interesting addition is the specially curated Chauffeur Training Program that will cover all aspects of driving and vehicle maintenance, the company said in a statement. Customers wanting to avail of any of the services will have to schedule an appointment with their respective service centres. Do note that the chauffeur training program will be available in select cities across the country. JLR has 25 dealerships across 21 cities in India

First Published Date: 02 Dec 2023, 16:50 PM IST

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Maruti Suzuki Jimny price, 4×2 version ruled out, sales, price cuts and discounts

December 2, 2023

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The company doesn’t want to veer away from the Jimny’s off-road DNA.

Maruti Suzuki has ruled out the possibility of a cheaper, two-wheel-drive (2WD) variant of the Jimny SUV. The carmaker introduced the Jimny, the successor to its immensely successful off-roader Gypsy in India, in June 2023.

Jimny 2WD could dilute the brand value, says Maruti
Not an active consideration despite customer interest

The compact Jimny – re-engineered into a five-door version specifically for India – has not seen a great start in terms of sales, which has hovered in the 3,000-unit monthly ballpark since launch.

The reason for the Jimny’s slow offtake can be primarily attributed to two things – its intended positioning as an off-roader and a slightly optimistic pricing, which ranges from Rs 12.84 lakh to Rs 14.89 lakh, ex-showroom. The Mahindra Thar was also launched as a 4×4, but later got a 4×2 variant, which has seen great customer interest.

According to Shashank Srivastava, senior executive director, Sales and Marketing, Maruti Suzuki India, “While we have received feedback from several customers asking for a 2WD variant of the Jimny, it will go against the Jimny’s core brand ethos.”

“Globally, Jimny is an off-roader, and it will be a dilution to the brand if we introduce a two-wheel drive variant. Therefore, a 2WD Jimny is not in active consideration, and we will continue to sell the 4WD version,” Srivastava added while addressing the media in a press conference on December 1, thus confirming our previous report about the Jimny not getting a 2WD version.

To give a boost to the relatively sluggish sales of the Jimny in the carmaker’s portfolio, Maruti Suzuki had introduced discounts of up to Rs 1 lakh during Diwali. Starting in December, the carmaker has introduced an even more aggressive scheme by slashing the prices of the entry-level manual-transmission variants by Rs 2 lakh for a limited period. It is now available at Rs 10.74 lakh, ex-showroom.

Srivastava says it was the lesser availability of components for the automatic variants that skewed initial production towards the manual variants, leading to significant discounts, but the supply chain has now improved considerably.

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Maruti Suzuki sales in November rises marginally, small cars biggest contributor

December 1, 2023

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Maruti Suzuki continues to ride high on its small cars as it remains firmly on top of the list of biggest carmakers in India in November. Maruti Suzuki delivered 1.34 lakh units across India last month, up from 1.32 lakh units it clocked in November last year. Though small cars like Alto, Baleno, Swift and WagonR remain the biggest volume drivers for Maruti, the marginal one per cent growth for the carmaker came from its SUV lineup which includes models like Brezza, Grand Vitara and Fronx as well as MPVs like Ertiga and XL6.

By: HT Auto Desk
| Updated on: 01 Dec 2023, 15:47 PM

Maruti Suzuki Fronx — Small cars from Maruti Suzuki continues to drive the carmaker’s sales in India. More than 50 per cent of Maruti’s sales come from models like Alto, Baleno, Swift and WagonR. **(HT Auto/Sabyasachi Dasgupta)**

On Friday, Maruti Suzuki released its sales report for November. According to the report, Maruti’s smallest offerings Alto and S-Presso contributed 9,959 units last month, down from 18,251 units during the same month last year. Its hatchback segment, which also includes models like Celerio, Dzire and Ignis, contributed 64,679 units to overall sales. However, this segment too, saw a drop from 72,844 units sold in November last year. Overall, both these segments saw nearly 20 per cent drop in sales.

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The biggest gainers for Maruti Suzuki in November were its SUVs and MPVs. The lineup, which includes models like Brezza, Fronx, Grand Vitara, Jimny, S-Cross, Ertiga, Invicto and XL6, clocked 49,016 units in November this year. During the same month last year, Maruti’s utility vehicles had contributed 32,563 units. However, Maruti Suzuki did not have models like Fronx, Jimny or Invicto in its lineup back then. EECO, the sole van in Maruti’s line-up, contributed 10,226 units last month.

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Maruti Suzuki has intensified its SUV game in India. India’s leading passenger vehicle manufacturer had reported about 80 per cent hike in profit in the last three months thanks to the rise in demand for its SUVs. Maruti Suzuki currently leads the SUV segment in India with new-age models introduced in the past one year or so. Models like Grand Vitara and Fronx, which feature as some of India’s top-selling models, have added to Maruti’s tally led by sub-compact SUV Brezza as well as the latest entrant Jimny five-door off-road SUV.

In terms of exports too, Maruti Suzuki has grown last month despatching 22,950 units across its global markets. It is a growth of around 15 per cent compared to 19,738 units exported by the carmaker in November last year.

First Published Date: 01 Dec 2023, 15:47 PM IST

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