Bad news for Tata-Mahindra! The world's SUV king is ready to return to the Indian market

Bad news for Tata-Mahindra! The world's SUV king is ready to return to the Indian market

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New Delhi. American automobile company Ford is once again planning to establish its foothold in India. The company is considering restarting its export-oriented plant in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

A recent meeting between Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin and Ford officials has further strengthened the possibility that Ford may re-enter the Indian market after almost three years.

CM met Ford officials
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin met Ford officials during his recent US visit to discuss the company's decision to restart its plant in India. According to a Reuters report, Ford has also submitted a letter to the state government on the issue.

After the meeting, Chief Minister Stalin shared the information on social media platform 'X' (formerly Twitter) and wrote, “Very interesting discussion with the Ford Motors team! Explored possibilities of renewing Ford's three-decade-old partnership with Tamil Nadu to restart manufacturing in Tamil Nadu.” He also shared some pictures with this post, in which he was meeting Ford officials.

Ford's statement
Ford said in a statement that the company wants to use this plant again to produce vehicles for global markets. However, the company has not yet given official information about the vehicles to be manufactured in this plant or other details. Earlier Ford used to produce cars and engines in this plant, but after closing business in India, this plant became inactive.

Will Ford launch cars in India?
After the talks between the Tamil Nadu government and Ford, discussions about Ford's possible return to India have intensified. However, Stalin's statement makes it clear that Ford will mainly produce vehicles for export. It is not yet clear whether Ford will launch any new vehicle in India or not.

There has been speculation in the automobile industry for a long time about Ford's possible comeback, and there is talk that the company may re-enter the Indian market with its popular SUV Ford Endeavour. However, the final decision and official announcement on this is expected in the future.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 15, 2024, 06:21 IST

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The existence of hatchback cars is dependent on this car priced at Rs 5.54 lakh, small cars are in danger due to bumper sale of SUVs

The existence of hatchback cars is dependent on this car priced at Rs 5.54 lakh, small cars are in danger due to bumper sale of SUVs

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If we talk about monthly sales, then 16,191 units of WagonR were sold in July 2023, that is, its sales saw a slight increase on a monthly basis. WagonR was at third place in July, while in August it stood at fourth place, which makes it clear that this hatchback is giving tough competition to the vehicles of the SUV segment and is maintaining its hold in the hatchback segment.

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MG Windsor EV: Country's cheapest electric SUV launched, running cost will be only Rs 3.5 lakh

MG Windsor EV: Country's cheapest electric SUV launched, running cost will be only Rs 3.5 lakh

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New Delhi. MG Motor India has finally launched its third full electric car, the Windsor EV, in India. The introductory price of this car has been fixed at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). However, there is a big twist in this. This price is only for the car, while the company will rent the battery as a “service”, which will be charged Rs 3.5 per kilometer.

Bookings for the MG Windsor EV will begin from October 3, and test drives will be available from October 13. So far, the company has not revealed the full price and delivery dates of this compact utility vehicle (CUV). The Windsor EV will be available in three variants including Excite, Exclusive, and Essence.

MG Windsor EV: Exterior
As mentioned earlier, the MG Windsor EV is a rebadged version of the Wuling Cloud EV sold in China. Inspired by the design of the Cloud EV, the Windsor EV features a sleek split headlight setup and connected LED DRLs. Its side profile looks quite simple and attractive, with flush door handles and 18-inch alloy wheels giving it a clean and modern look.

MG Windsor EV: Features are great
Inside the car, there is a massive 15.6-inch infotainment system, which is the largest in its segment and offers seamless connectivity with integrated apps like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and JioSaavn. The 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster further enhances the driving experience. The rear seat reclines up to 135 degrees, while the front electrically adjustable seats and rear AC vents add extra comfort.

One special thing is that the MG Windsor EV is the first mass-market EV to feature a stunning glass roof. Apart from this, it has premium features like 6-way electrically adjustable driver seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and 256 multi-color ambient lights. Other features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker Infinity sound system, wireless phone charging, and powered tailgate.

MG Windsor EV: Battery and Range
The MG Windsor EV is powered by a 38kWh LFP battery that uses prismatic cells. The battery sends power to an electric motor that is mounted on the front axle. The motor produces 134 bhp of power and 200 Nm of torque. According to ARAI, it has an estimated range of 331 km on a single full charge. It has four drive modes: Eco, Eco+, Normal, and Sport.

MG Motor is also offering multiple charging options with the Windsor EV. This includes a 3.3 kW CCS2 connection, which takes 13.8 hours to charge the battery. Apart from this, 7.4 kW and 50 kW charging options are also available, which can charge the battery in 6.5 hours and 55 minutes respectively. The battery can also be charged with a 45 kW DC fast charger. Along with this, MG is renting out the battery as a service at a rate of Rs 3.5 per km.

MG Windsor EV: How much will it cost to run?
Suppose you travel 50,000 kms in a year with this electric car, then the battery rent will cost you less than Rs 2 lakh. That means after buying MG Windsor EV, you will pay Rs 3.5 lakh as battery subscription cost.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 14, 2024, 09:48 IST

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The car from a neighbouring country is going viral! It dives in water, has 13 cameras and 20 radars installed

The car from a neighbouring country is going viral! It dives in water, has 13 cameras and 20 radars installed

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Viral SUV: These days, a video of a car is going viral on social media. This car sometimes moves on land and sometimes floats in water like a boat. Not only this, this car turns completely while standing at one place like a tank. People are surprised to see the feats of this car on social media and are calling it an all-rounder car.

This car which looks like a Range Rover is equipped with many more features than that. Till now people used to praise the capabilities and features of Land Rover cars to run on rough and difficult roads, but in front of its capabilities even Land Rover seems dwarfed. So let's know where this car is from and where you can get it if you want to buy it.

Hybrid SUV from neighbouring country is going viral
This car viral on social media is not from America or any European country but from China. Yes, this car is the YangWang U8 SUV of Chinese car manufacturer BYD's sister brand YangWang. The company launched this car in China only last year. This is a hybrid SUV which is equipped with a diesel engine as well as lithium ion battery. This SUV can run on the road and rough roads as well as swim in water.

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Land Rover may bite the dust
Yangwang U8 can take a 360 degree turn while standing at one place. With all these features, it has been included in the list of most expensive cars in China. In China, it has been launched in two editions – Premium and Off Road. The price of its Premium edition is 1,089,000 Yuan (150k USD) which is Rs 1.28 crore according to Indian currency. Currently, this car has been launched only in China but the company plans to take it to the global market as well. If this happens, it can give tough competition to even capable SUVs like Range Rover.

Electric motor fitted with the engine
Since this car is hybrid, it has a 2.0L turbo powered engine with a 49.05 kWh capacity blade battery. This car is a unique example of advanced technology. The surprising thing is that its battery has not been installed separately but it has been integrated into the frame of the car. With this kind of technology, space has been saved inside the car to provide passengers and other features. Yangwang U8 has seats for 5 passengers, while its weight is approximately 4000 kg.

Features that will blow your mind
This car can generate 880 kW of power and 1,280 Nm of peak torque. Despite weighing 4 tonnes, it takes only 3.6 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph. If we talk about speed, it can be driven at a top speed of 120 kmph. Nvidia's chip has been installed in the SUV to control electronic features. This car has 38 sensors, 3 lidar radars, 13 cameras, 12 ultrasonic radars, 5 mm wave radars and Level 2-ADAS suit safety feature. 6 large screens have been installed inside the car. At the same time, it also has features like thermographic camera and satellite phone for driving at night.



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PM E-Drive: If you are going to buy a new electric car, now you will not get subsidy, two-three wheelers are included in PM E-Drive

PM E-Drive: If you are going to buy a new electric car, now you will not get subsidy, two-three wheelers are included in PM E-Drive

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New Delhi. To promote the sale of electric vehicles, the central government has announced a new subsidy scheme PM E-Drive. This scheme has been implemented after the FAME II subsidy scheme ended in March this year. However, only electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers and electric buses are included in this subsidy scheme, while electric and hybrid cars are out of this scheme. This scheme will remain in force till March 2025.

Under PM E-Drive, a total amount of Rs 10,900 crore has been set aside for 24,80,000 electric two-wheelers, 3,16,000 three-wheelers and 14,028 electric buses. This will be implemented as the third phase of the FAME scheme. Let us tell you that under the FAME-2 scheme, more than 16 lakh electric vehicles have been provided the benefit of subsidy.

Availability of charging stations will increase
Additionally, Rs 500 crore each has been set aside for electric trucks and hybrid ambulances, aimed at promoting EV adoption in critical service sectors and the commercial vehicle segment for the first time. The scheme for trucks will provide incentives only to those who have a scrapping certificate obtained from vehicle scrapping centres approved by the Road Ministry.

The e-drive scheme will also aim to develop a comprehensive charging infrastructure. Charging infrastructure development is also being promoted, with Rs 2,000 crore being provided for installing 22,100 fast chargers for electric four-wheelers, 1800 fast chargers for e-buses and 48,400 fast chargers for e-two-wheelers and three-wheelers.

Apart from the subsidy, the government also announced a Payment Security Mechanism Fund (PSMF) of Rs 3,435 crore for 38,000 electric buses, which will reduce financial risks for bus operators and promote electrification of the public transport network.

Those who buy electric cars will not get subsidy
Those buying private electric cars under the PM E-Drive scheme have been excluded from the subsidy. This is a big blow to India's largest electric car company Tata Motors and other electric passenger car manufacturers.

Union Heavy Industries Minister H D Kumaraswamy said the aim is to achieve 10% EV penetration in the two-wheeler sector and 15% EV penetration in the three-wheeler sector by March 2026 and accelerate the adoption of EVs and set up the necessary charging infrastructure to promote clean transportation. Responding to a question about the reason for excluding electric cars from the scheme, he said GST for private electric cars is at the lower slab of 5%.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 13, 2024, 09:21 IST

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Maruti Jimny's enemies have started arriving at dealerships, price is 13 lakhs, and the status is double that of Thar!

Maruti Jimny's enemies have started arriving at dealerships, price is 13 lakhs, and the status is double that of Thar!

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New Delhi. Mahindra launched Thar Roxx in the Indian market on the occasion of Independence Day on 15 August. Now this SUV has started arriving at the dealerships. The company is going to start its test drive for customers from 14 September. If you want to take a test drive of Thar Roxx, then you can contact your nearest Mahindra dealership. Booking of Mahindra Thar Roxx is going to start on 3 October. At the same time, its delivery is expected to start from October 12.

Mahindra Thar Rocks is an upgrade of the standard model of Thar and comes with 5-seats. The company has introduced it in both 2 and 4 wheel drive options. The price of Thar Rocks starts at Rs 12.99 lakh, with the entry-level diesel model priced at Rs 13.99 lakh. The rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant of Thar Rocks is priced at Rs 20.49 lakh. All prices are based on ex-showroom, Delhi. In the Indian market, it competes directly with Maruti Jimny. However, it will also compete with the upcoming Force Gurkha 5-seater.

Excellent in design and features
In Thar Rocks, the company has provided circular LED DRLs, projector headlamps, circular fog lights, new multi-slat grille and fender-mounted ORVMs. The SUV has been presented in a boxy design as before. Apart from this, it has dual-tone alloy wheels, black-coloured front door handles, front camera, body-coloured rear door handles mounted on the C-pillar, square LED taillights and faux skid plates.

Some of its key features include panoramic sunroof (single pan unit for mid-spec variants), large touchscreen unit, dual-zone climate control, ADAS safety suite, ventilated front seats, cruise control, automatic climate control and many more.

Petrol engine with diesel option
The Thar Rocks is powered by Mahindra's 2.0-litre mStallion turbo-petrol and 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engines, which could come with six-speed manual and torque converter automatic gearboxes. Apart from rivals like the Force Gurkha five-door, the Thar Rocks will also compete with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 12, 2024, 07:01 IST

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Planning to buy an electric car? Just wait for 4 months, a SUV with a super range of 500KM is coming

Planning to buy an electric car? Just wait for 4 months, a SUV with a super range of 500KM is coming

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Maruti's electric car will be launched in January next year.It will be equipped with a powerful battery and will travel 500km on full charge.There is a plan to manufacture it in India and export it abroad as well.

New Delhi. The coming time is going to be of clean vehicles like electric cars. Almost all the big car manufacturers in India have launched their electric models. Now the country's largest car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki is also going to enter this race. The company can soon launch an electric car with a powerful battery and a range of up to 500 kilometers in India. The company's CEO and MD Hisashi Takeuchi has also hinted towards this.

He said Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) will launch an electric vehicle with a range of 500 km, which will be powered by a 60 kWh battery and the company will have several such products. He also highlighted the company's aim to significantly increase exports by 2030. Hisashi shared this information at the 64th annual convention of industry body SIAM held on September 10.

Electric cars will be exported from India
Hisashi also said that Maruti will also export these EVs to markets like Europe and Japan to increase customer confidence. The company will come up with a variety of solutions for its EV customers to address their concerns related to buying an EV. For this, the carmaker will use the strength of its network to provide after-sales customer support to the customers.

In the domestic market, Maruti is looking to use all kinds of technologies in its cars to tackle carbon emissions. Apart from electric and hybrid cars, the auto maker is also looking at developing models around bio-fuel and hydrogen, including technologies like hydrogen, strong hybrid, biofuel or powertrain options to reduce oil consumption and CO2 emissions.

When will Maruti's first electric car come
So far in India, Maruti has unveiled its concept electric car eVX. The company introduced it at the 2023 Auto Expo. However, this is not the final model and there can be many changes in its production model. The final model of Maruti eVX can be revealed between 14-20 January. At the same time, its launch can happen in April 2025. This car will come with modern features, such as Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), and its price can be between Rs 20-25 lakh.

What will be the features of Maruti's electric car
Maruti's electric car will be equipped with a 60 kilowatt hour (KWH) lithium-ion battery which will offer the car a range of 500 km on a single charge. If we talk about the features of the upcoming Maruti Suzuki EVX, then it can get advanced safety technology like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, digital instrument cluster, drive modes, automatic climate control, wireless charger, ventilated and powered front seats, adjustable headrests and level-2 ADAS.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 10, 2024, 19:26 IST

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Now drive tension free for 20 kms, you won't have to pay even 1 rupee as toll, but the government has put this condition

Now drive tension free for 20 kms, you won't have to pay even 1 rupee as toll, but the government has put this condition

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National Highway Fee Amendment Rules, 2024 came into force in the country.There will be no toll for a 20 km journey on the highway.The rule has been implemented for GPS navigation based users.

New Delhi. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Tuesday announced significant changes in the National Highway Fee Rules. The new rules, called the “National Highway Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Amendment Rules, 2024”, introduce a zero-fee policy for the first 20 kilometres of travel on national highways. That is, you will not have to pay any toll for a journey of 20 kilometres.

This provision will be applicable only for those vehicles which are equipped with Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) on-board unit. As per the latest amendment, vehicles other than those with national permit will not have to pay any fee for the first 20 kms of travel on national highway, permanent bridge, bypass or tunnel.

Toll will be charged only if the vehicle is driven more than 20 km
If a distance of more than 20 km is travelled in a day, users will be charged toll only for the actual travel distance over 20 km. The change is aimed at reducing the financial burden on drivers for short journeys, while maintaining a fair fee structure for longer journeys.

The order issued by the ministry said, “Under the Global Navigation Satellite System based user fee collection system, the driver, owner or person in charge of a motor vehicle other than a national permit vehicle using the same section will be charged zero-fee for travel up to 20 km per direction. If the distance exceeds 20 km, then only the actual travel distance will be charged.”

Earlier, in July, the Road Ministry had announced the implementation of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based toll collection system on a pilot basis on select national highways as an additional feature along with FASTag.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 10, 2024, 18:17 IST

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Tata Motors offers huge discounts! 3 lakh discount on Nexon EV and 1.80 lakh discount on Safari, 65,000 discount on the cheapest car too

Tata Motors offers huge discounts! 3 lakh discount on Nexon EV and 1.80 lakh discount on Safari, 65,000 discount on the cheapest car too

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Save up to Rs 3 lakh on Tata Motors cars.Bumper offer on petrol, diesel, CNG and electric vehicles.Highest discounts on Nexon, Safari and Harrier.

Tata Motors Festive Offers: Tata Motors has announced festive season discounts on its cars. The company is offering generous discounts on its petrol, diesel, CNG and electric vehicles. According to CNBC TV18, the maximum discount on electric cars is Rs 3 lakh, while the maximum discount on ICE cars is Rs 2.05 lakh.

The company is offering this offer on cars during the entire festive season till 31 October 2024. Apart from the discount on cars, the company is also offering an additional customer benefit of Rs 45,000, which will be available on select models and variants. With this, customers planning to buy a Tata Motors car in a month or two can save lakhs of rupees. Let us know what are the offers on Tata Motors cars.

Discount up to Rs 2 lakh on petrol, diesel and CNG cars
The company is offering a discount of up to Rs 2.05 lakh on its ICE models. This discount will be available till October 31, 2024 i.e. Diwali. The company has included many of its popular vehicles in this campaign. That is, the company is offering bumper discounts on these vehicles. Tata Motors is offering bumper discounts on its popular vehicles Tiago, Tigor, Altroz, Nexon, Harrier and Safari. The amount of discount varies depending on the model and variant.

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The biggest discount is being offered on Tata's flagship SUV Safari. The company is offering a discount of up to Rs 1.80 lakh on this. A discount of up to Rs 1.60 lakh is being offered on the Harrier SUV. Similarly, the company is offering a discount of up to Rs 80,000 on its compact SUV Nexon.

A discount of Rs 65,000 is being given on Tiago, Rs 30,000 on Tigor, Rs 45,000 on Altroz, Rs 80,000 on Nexon, Rs 1,60,000 on Harrier and Rs 1,80,000 on Safari.

Bumper discount on electric vehicles too
The price of Nexon EV has been reduced by up to Rs 3 lakh, while Punch EV is getting a discount of up to Rs 1.20 lakh. At the same time, offers of up to Rs 40000 are being given on Tiago EV. Apart from the price cut, Tata is also offering free charging facility for six months at more than 5,500 Tata Power charging points across India.

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According to Tata Motors, the discounts and offers on all vehicles during the festive season vary according to the model and variant. For more information, customers can contact their nearest Tata dealership.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 10, 2024, 15:29 IST

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Scorpio-N dwarfed the new Hyundai Alcazar, 5 features that you will not find anywhere else, know everything in detail

Scorpio-N dwarfed the new Hyundai Alcazar, 5 features that you will not find anywhere else, know everything in detail

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Many advanced features updated in the new Hyundai Alcazar.It is equipped with many modern features like Level-2 ADAS, dual screen.Scorpio-N is a direct competitor to Kia Carens.

New Alcazar Vs Scorpio-N: Mahindra dominates the C-segment SUVs larger than 4 meters in the market. The company sold 43,277 SUVs last month, of which Scorpio-N was the top seller with 13,787 units. The powerful look and low price of Scorpio-N makes it the best car in this segment. The price of Scorpio-N starts at Rs 13.85 lakh and goes up to Rs 24.54 lakh (ex-showroom). However, there are some shortcomings in it due to which this powerful SUV looks dwarfed in front of the new Hyundai Alcazar.

The new Hyundai Alcazar is priced between Rs 15 lakh and Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom). Its design is great as well as it has been introduced with more than 70 connected car features and advanced safety features, making it a strong alternative to the Scorpio-N in the segment. Let's know what are the features in the 2024 Alcazar that make it the best 7-seater SUV in this segment.

Connected LED DRL Setup
Like the Creta, the new Alcazar has a front and rear connected LED DRL light setup. The company has given this SUV a modern look by breaking the conventional design. Its DRL lights will definitely attract your attention when they are lit at night. Please note that this type of DRL light setup is not available in any variant of Scorpio-N.

Level-2 ADAS
Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) is now becoming a common feature in C-segment SUVs. In the Indian market, vehicles like Tata Safari Mahindra, XUV 700, Toyota Innova Highcross are coming with Level-2 ADAS. The company has also provided Level-2 ADAS in the new Alcazar, which the company calls Smart Sense. It has advanced features like lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control and autonomous emergency braking. However, this feature is not available in any variant of Mahindra Scorpio-N. Due to its lack, Scorpio-N has also received poor safety ratings in many countries.

Over 70 connected car features
More than 70+ BlueLink connected car features have been provided in the new Alcazar. It also has smartwatch and smartphone connectivity. This premium SUV has 270+ embedded VR commands, which come with Hinglish and 135 Hindi voice commands. It also supports 10 regional and 2 international languages.

Dual screen setup
The Alcazar facelift has a dual-screen setup, which includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver display. This feature is also becoming common in C segment SUVs. Let us tell you that the dual-screen setup is not yet available in Mahindra Scorpio-N.

8-way power adjustment for front seats
Alcazar is also a step ahead of Scorpio-N in terms of seat arrangement and passenger comfort. It also has 8-way power adjustment for the front seats. Alcazar has an electric boss mode which allows the passenger sitting in the rear seat to adjust the front passenger seat. Such a feature is not currently available in any variant of Scorpio-N.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 10, 2024, 13:32 IST

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Should we wait for 2 years for an electric car? When will EVs become as cheap as petrol cars?

Should we wait for 2 years for an electric car? When will EVs become as cheap as petrol cars?

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New Delhi. Many efforts are being made to promote electric vehicles in the country. However, their acceptance among people is low due to their higher price compared to petrol vehicles. The price of electric two-wheelers has come down due to the start of manufacturing of electric vehicles and components in the country itself, but electric cars are still very expensive. Highways and Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari has raised the issue of the price of electric vehicles and their sale many times.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari says that the price of electric cars will be equal to that of petrol cars in the next 2 years. Their sales will start increasing as the price will become affordable for the common man. Nitin Gadkari has been in favor of electric mobility for a long time. Speaking at the 64th ACMA Annual Session, Gadkari emphasized on measures to make electric vehicles affordable for the general public.

Road safety is also a matter of concern
Gadkari also reflected on the skepticism he received from major automobile manufacturers a decade ago. “Ten years ago, when I was pushing for EVs, the automobile giants in India did not take me seriously. Now, they tell me that maybe they have missed an opportunity,” Gadkari said. He stressed that the industry's outlook on EVs has changed significantly.

During his address, the minister also urged automobile companies to contribute to road safety initiatives through their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programmes. He emphasised that road safety remains a key concern for his ministry, as poorly designed and engineered roads are one of the major causes of accidents in India.

Subsidy is needed to promote e-vehicles
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also said that he is not against giving additional subsidies or incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) if the Finance Ministry or the Industry Ministry decides to implement them.

Gadkari said, “I am not against any additional subsidy or incentive for electric vehicles. If the Finance Minister and the Industry Minister want to give more, I have no problem.”

However, he pointed out that incentives would not be needed after two years, as by then the cost of EVs is expected to be at par with petrol and diesel vehicles. Nevertheless, he confirmed his openness to any further incentives during this transition period.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 9, 2024, 19:51 IST

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Electric car cheaper than a bike! Will run 1200Km on full charge, people are waiting for the launch

Electric car cheaper than a bike! Will run 1200Km on full charge, people are waiting for the launch

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China's Xiaomi launches cheap electric car.When launched in India, the price could be Rs 3.47 lakh.This car is capable of running 1200 km on full charge.

New Delhi. China is rapidly gaining its foothold in the electric vehicle segment. The company has developed battery-related technology that charges faster and provides longer range. Last year, China's Bestune brand Xiaomi launched a small electric car. Through this, the company is trying to increase its share in the micro-EV segment.

Shaoma will compete directly with Wuling Hongguang Mini EV. The demand for micro electric cars is the highest in China. The price of Bestune Shaoma is between 30,000 to 50,000 yuan (about Rs 3.47 lakh to Rs 5.78 lakh). It is expected that it will soon be launched in the Indian market as well, where it will compete directly with Tata Tiago EV and MG Comet EV.

Bestune showcased the Shaoma at the Shanghai Auto Show in early April 2023. It offered both hardtop and convertible variants. Currently, the hardtop variant is on sale, while the convertible variant has not been confirmed to be available for sale in the future.

This car has a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which makes it modern. The dashboard has an attractive dual-tone theme, which makes it even more stylish. The dual-tone color scheme of Xiaomi is such that it looks inspired by an animation film. It has large square headlamps with rounded edges, which make its profile attractive. Apart from this, aerodynamic wheels have been used in it, which can be helpful in increasing its range.

Bestune is based on the Shaoma FME platform, which includes dedicated chassis for electric vehicles (EVs) and range extenders. Earlier, a ride-hailing EV called NAT was also built on the same platform. The FME platform has two sub-platforms: A1 and A2. The A1 sub-platform is suitable for subcompact and compact cars with a wheelbase of 2700-2850 mm, while the A2 platform is used for cars with a wheelbase of 2700-3000 mm. Under this platform, the range of EVs can be 800 km and the range of range extenders can be more than 1200 km. Both platforms support 800V architecture.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 9, 2024, 19:31 IST

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The company was on the verge of closure, the new SUV gave it a new lease of life, now sales have increased four times due to rapid sales

The company was on the verge of closure, the new SUV gave it a new lease of life, now sales have increased four times due to rapid sales

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The French carmaker is struggling with low sales in India.Basalt Coupe became the company's best performing car.579 units of Basalt sold in August 2024.

New Delhi. French carmaker Citroen's position in India has not been very strong so far. Looking at the sales figures, it seemed that the company might shut down its operations in the Indian market as its sales were continuously falling. But now the Basalt SUV (Citroen Basalt) has performed brilliantly, breathing new life into the company's sales. Its tremendous sales in August 2024 have taken the company's total sales figure past 1,200 units.

Two petrol engine options are given in Basalt. The first is a naturally aspirated 1.2 liter petrol engine, which gives 81 bhp and 115 Nm of torque. It is available only with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The second is a 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine, which generates 108 bhp power and 195 Nm torque. It comes with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. In India, it competes with models like Tata Curve as well as Maruti Grand Vitara, Honda Elevate, Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta. Now let's take a look at the company's sales report.

Citroen's sales were highest in August
The chart above shows Citroen's sales report for the last 6 months, from which it is clear that as soon as the Basalt SUV was launched, the company's sales jumped sharply. If we look at the report of August 2024 only, then it has been the highest sales month in the last six months. The biggest contribution to this sale is from the Basalt Coupe SUV.

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The company's total sales stood at 1,275 units, of which the Basalt Coupe SUV alone sold 579 units. This is a clear indication of the sudden increase in the company's sales. It seems that Basalt has given a new direction to the company, because in the last five months, Citroen's sales were around 500 units only. But with the launch of Basalt, this figure has reached above 1,200 units.

What is the price?
This clearly shows that the Basalt SUV has given a boost to Citroen's sales. Now it will be interesting to see whether this surge is just a result of the launch of Basalt or whether the sales of the company's other cars will also grow at the same pace in the coming months.

Talking about Citroen Basalt, its price starts from Rs 7.99 lakh and goes up to Rs 13.83 lakh (ex-showroom).

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 9, 2024, 18:50 IST

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First look of Alcazar 2024, doors open with smartphone, this car is equipped with more than 70 connected features

First look of Alcazar 2024, doors open with smartphone, this car is equipped with more than 70 connected features

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Keeping in mind the safety of the passengers, the new Alcazar has been provided with features like 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control, All-Wheel Disc Brakes, Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold and 360-degree camera with Blind View Monitor. Advanced features like Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) such as Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control and Autonomous Emergency Braking have also been provided in the new Alcazar.

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Rats creating havoc in the car will run away with their tails between their legs, get this device installed at a very low cost, the car will be saved from losses worth lakhs

Rats creating havoc in the car will run away with their tails between their legs, get this device installed at a very low cost, the car will be saved from losses worth lakhs

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Those who miss the opportunity will regret it! Biggest discount ever on Mahindra Thar, know details here

Those who miss the opportunity will regret it! Biggest discount ever on Mahindra Thar, know details here

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After the launch of Thar Rocks, discount came on Thar standard model.The starting ex-showroom price of Thar is Rs 12 lakh 99 thousand.Up to Rs 1.75 lakh discount is being given on this SUV.

Mahindra Thar Discount: If you have been planning to buy Mahindra Thar for a long time, then now this is the best opportunity for you. Since the launch of Mahindra Thar Rocks, the company has been giving discounts on Mahindra 3 Door Thar. Let us know how much discount is being given on different variants of Mahindra Thar on the occasion of the festive season.

The starting ex-showroom price of Mahindra Thar is Rs 12 lakh 99 thousand. At the same time, the price of its top variant goes up to Rs 20 lakh 49 thousand (ex-showroom). Now the company is giving a discount of Rs 1 lakh 50 thousand on Thar. This discount is being given on all 2WD and 4WD petrol and diesel variants.

How much discount is available on which variant?
Customers can get benefits of up to Rs 1.35 lakh on the AX Optional Diesel Manual 2 Wheel Drive variant of Thar. At the same time, benefits of up to Rs 1.75 lakh are being given on variants like Thar's LX Petrol Automatic 2 Wheel Drive, LX Petrol Manual 4-Wheel Drive, LX Diesel Manual 2-Wheel Drive, LX Diesel Manual 4-Wheel Drive, LX Petrol Automatic 4-Wheel Drive and LX Diesel Automatic 4-Wheel Drive.

Mahindra Thar: Engine and Performance
Talking about the powertrain of Mahindra Thar, its diesel engine is 2184 cc and 1497 cc while the petrol engine is 1997 cc. It is available with automatic and manual transmission. The mileage of Thar is 15.2 km/liter depending on the variant and fuel type. Thar is a 4 seater and its length is 3985 (mm), width is 1820 (mm) and wheelbase is 2450 (mm).

The company is selling the Mahindra Thar 3-door variant in 3 engine options, which include 1.5 liter CRDe diesel, 2.2 liter mHawk diesel and 2.0 liter mStallion petrol. The 1.5 liter diesel engine is mated to a manual transmission while the 2.2 liter diesel and 2.0 liter petrol engines are offered with manual or automatic gearbox options.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 9, 2024, 12:03 IST

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'Loot Lo' offer before festivals, discounts on cars from 60 thousand to 12 lakhs

'Loot Lo' offer before festivals, discounts on cars from 60 thousand to 12 lakhs

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Car Discount In September 2024: Festivals are about to start in the country and before that car companies have started giving discounts on their cars. However, this time car companies are not giving 20,000 or 40,000 rupees but discounts of up to 12 lakh rupees. Let us tell you that during festivals in India, the last 2-3 months of the year are such in which there is a huge sale of cars. In such a situation, car companies launch new cars and also the cars in dealership stock are sold with huge discounts.

Before the upcoming festive season, car companies have started wooing customers by giving discounts. In such a situation, many companies from Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai to Tata, Mahindra, Toyota, Renault are giving huge discounts on their vehicles this month. Let us know how much you can save on buying a new car in September 2024.

Up to Rs 57,000 discount on Maruti cars
Maruti Suzuki has recently reduced the prices of mini segment cars like Alto K10, S-Presso by up to Rs 6,500. Maruti's hatchback cars like S-Presso, Alto K10, Wagon R, Celerio sold at Arena showrooms are getting discounts of up to Rs 57,000 in September. This includes consumer offers, exchange bonus and showroom offers. There is an offer of up to Rs 35,000 on Swift model. Apart from this, there is also a chance to save money on Dzire, Brezza, Ertiga, Eco and Tour S.

At the same time, there are offers ranging from Rs 15,000 to Rs 1 lakh this month on cars like Renault, Ciaz, Ignis, Baleno, Invicto, Grand Vitara and Jimny sold from Nexa showrooms.

Opportunity to save Rs 2 lakh on Hyundai car
In September, you can save from Rs 20,000 to Rs 2 lakh on Hyundai cars. This month, there is a cash discount of up to Rs 2 lakh on Kona Electric Car (Hyundai Kona EV Discount) and Tucson Diesel (2023 Hyundai TUCSON Diesel). Up to Rs 48,000 discount is available on Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. Which includes Rs 35,000 cash discount, Rs 10,000 exchange bonus and Rs 3,000 corporate bonus. A total discount of up to Rs 45,000 is available on Hyundai i20 with manual transmission this month.

Car discount in september 2024

Tata Safari gets a discount of Rs 1.40 lakh
Talking about Tata cars, the company is offering discounts on its best selling SUV Nexon, Safari, Harrier and Tigor. You can save Rs 16,000 on Nexon this month. On Safari, a discount of Rs 50,000 to Rs 1.4 lakh is being given. On Tigor, you can save up to Rs 90,000.

Car discount in september 2024

12 lakh discount on Jeep car
The company is offering a bumper discount on Jeep Grand Cherokee during the month of September. According to a news published in the news website gaadiwaadi, if you buy Jeep Grand Cherokee in the month of September, you will get a cash discount of Rs 12 lakh. Customers can contact their nearest dealership for more information about the discount.

(Note: The discounts, bonuses and offers available on these cars sold at the showroom during September may vary depending on the location. In such a situation, it is advisable that before planning to buy any of these vehicles, visit your nearest showroom and get information related to the September offer.)

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 8, 2024, 19:18 IST

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This SUV will be launched tomorrow with amazing features: Level-2 ADAS, 360 degree camera, panoramic sunroof and much more

This SUV will be launched tomorrow with amazing features: Level-2 ADAS, 360 degree camera, panoramic sunroof and much more

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New Delhi. The wait for Hyundai Alcazar Facelift (2024 Hyundai Alcazar) is going to end tomorrow i.e. on 9th September. On Monday, the company is going to launch the updated model of its 7-seater SUV in the Indian market. The company has started its booking for a token amount of Rs 25,000. All the information about this SUV has come out even before its launch.

Hyundai Alcazar Facelift will be offered in four variants, including Platinum, Signature, Prestige and Executive. This car will be offered in six and seven seater layouts. Apart from this, customers can choose their favorite color from eight exterior paint schemes. These include Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl, Ranger Khaki, Fiery Red, Robust Emerald Pearl, Starry Night, Titan Gray Matte and Atlas White color with Abyss Black Roof.

There will be no shortage in features
In terms of the facelift model, the company is going to provide a lot of features along with updated design. The top-spec version of the new Alcazar will be equipped with many new features including a large panoramic sunroof, digital instrument cluster, large infotainment screen with wireless smartphone connectivity, dual-zone climate control, 360-degree surround camera, level 2 ADAS suite, wireless charger.

The SUV will be available with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine option.

Two engine options will be launched
Talking about the engine, this three-row SUV will be equipped with two engine options. The company is offering a 1.5-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. While the petrol engine will come with a six-speed manual and a seven-speed DCT gearbox, the diesel engine will come with a six-speed manual or a six-speed torque converter unit.

Once launched, the new Alcazar will continue to compete with the MG Hector Plus, Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, Toyota Innova Crysta, Kia Carens and Toyota Innova Hycross.

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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 8, 2024, 16:42 IST

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