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The Hero Xpulse 200 4V has been officially teased. This suggests that the launch of the updated version of the highly popular dual-sport motorcycle should be just around the corner. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hero MotoCorp (@heromotocorp) At the beginning of the footage, we can see the blue graphics on the fender which are similar to the ones which we have seen in the recent spy pictures . This confirms that the motorcycle in the teaser video is the Hero Xpulse 200 4V. Apart from the new blue-white dual-tone colour, Hero MotoCorp will also offer a blue-black dual-tone paint scheme that has also been spied testing. We would not be surprised to see more new liveries. Also Read: New Royal Enfield Himalayan Variant SPY VIDEO Surfaces Online The biggest change in the updated Hero Xpulse 200 will be the engine. It will have 4 valves instead of 2. This means that the motor will be more refined and have reduced vibrations. It is als

GaadiWaadi - While the total volume of the European car market fell by 18 per cent this August, sales of EVs and electrified vehicles showed strong growth In August 2021, electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles combined managed to outsell diesel cars in Europe for the first time ever. As per JATO Europe, the overall sales figure of electrified vehicles grew by 61 per cent on a Year-on-Year (YoY) basis, up to a total of 151,737 units, which is 10,100 units higher than their diesel counterparts. During the same month last year (August 2020), diesel cars had outsold electric ones by a gigantic margin of 158,300 units. The market share of EVs and plug-in hybrids increased to 21 per cent in August this year, with diesels at their tail at 20 per cent market share. This is the second-highest monthly market share ever achieved by EVs and PHEVs in the continent. Gasoline-powered cars continue to have the largest market share, standing at 56 per cent in August 2021. However, the figures are st

GaadiWaadi - Here, we have a list of seven highly anticipated EVs that are expected to launch in India, some very soon and others in the coming years The automobile industry is slowly but steadily moving towards an electric future. In India, the change is much slower, but we expect to see plenty of action in the EV space in the coming years. A few existing carmakers are developing new EVs for the Indian market, while a few others are planning to bring in their international models. Below, we have listed seven upcoming electric vehicles, for which the anticipation is extremely high in the Indian market. 1. Tesla Model 3 American EV manufacturer Tesla is planning to enter the Indian car market soon, and it has been road testing the Model 3 in our country. Tesla Model 3 is the most affordable car in the brand’s international lineup, although reports suggest that the manufacturer is facing problems in India due to the low ground clearance of the car. The Model 3 is available in Sta

GaadiWaadi - Hero Xpulse 200 4V will go on sale on October 6 and is expected to have increased performance over the existing two-valve engine We brought you exclusive spy pictures of the Hero Xpulse 200 4V a few days ago and more details have emerged along with the images of the production-ready prototype showcased at a dealer meet. The largest two-wheeler maker in the country has also released a teaser and from which we can say that the Hero Xpulse 200 4V is destined for launch on October 6. The four-valve version could be sold alongside the two-valve variant and it will help the brand in having an expansive range. The addition of the 4V technology certainly makes the packaging better, more efficient and lighter in any motorcycle with better combustion efficiency and fewer unburnt mixture meant that it is a lot cleaner as well. It will aid in the powertrain operating in higher rpm levels as well and thus the Hero Xpulse 200 4V can be expected to produce better power while having

Maruti Suzuki S-Assist is an industry-first AI-based 24x7 virtual car assistant app that has been launched for NEXA customers. It optimizes the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to provide an immersive online post-purchase experience to customers. Launching the Maruti Suzuki S-Assist, Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Director, Service, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “Digitization of car service experience and bringing ease to customer car ownership is our motto. We are proud to announce the launch of India’s first voice-enabled virtual car assistant, S-Assist, to strengthen the digital experience of our customers. S-Assist is a complimentary service that offers quick access to vehicle features, troubleshooting, and driving tips on customers’ smartphones. It brings real-time information to customers for their vehicle-related queries.” Also Read: Nissan India Launches Virtual Sales Advisor for Nissan Magnite Customers Maruti Suzuki S-Assist offers s

GaadiWaadi - Despite being small in size, the Hyundai Casper has been packed up to the brim with features and loaded with safety tech Hyundai had recently revealed a new micro SUV called Casper, which has now become the Korean carmaker’s smallest SUV offering. For now, the Casper will be exclusive to the South Korean market, and we do not expect it to be launched in the Indian market considering its size which is even smaller than the Santro. However, if Hyundai does plan to introduce the Casper in India, it would be a potential rival to the upcoming Tata Punch. Here is a complete walkaround YouTube video of the new Hyundai Casper by Asian Petrolhead giving a close-up look of the SUV, take a look – The Hyundai Casper has been developed to meet South Korea’s ‘light car’ regulations, which means that it cannot be longer than 3.6 metres in length in order to avail tax benefits. While it looks tiny, the Casper packs a host of standard equipment as well as safety tech. The video hig

Hero MotoCorp will soon introduce the updated Xtreme 200 4V with the four-valve engine setup in the country. The new model was recently caught on camera ahead of its official arrival. The 2021 Hero Xtreme 200 4V will come with the improved styling and a bunch of new features. While its official engine details are yet to be revealed, the updated model is likely to feature the BS6-compliant 199.6cc, 4-valve, single-cylinder engine. Read –  Hero Electric Scooter Launch Details Out The updated motor is expected to deliver power close to 20bhp – 21bhp. With the 2 valve setup, the same motor pushes out a peak power of 17.83bhp and 16.45Nm of torque. It will come with the same 5-speed gearbox. Its braking system will include the 276mm upfront and 220mm disc rear brakes along with the standard single-channel ABS. A few changes will be made to its design including the full LED lighting and revised headlamp. Some of its design bits will be inspired by the Xtreme 160R. The bike will also recei

Audi India will announce prices of the updated Q5 SUV in November, 2021. The model that made its global debut in June 2020, comes with improved styling, tech-laden interior and the BS6-compliant turbo petrol engine. The carmaker says that the new 2021 Audi Q5 facelift “combines a sporty character with excellent everyday usability and comes with a wide array of infotainment and assistance options”. Expected Prices, Rivals Just so you know, the Q5 was discontinued with the implementation of the BS6 emission norms in the country. The SUV’s new model will be assembled locally in India and is estimated to cost from Rs 55 lakh onwards (ex-showroom). Here, the new Audi Q5 facelift will take on the BMW X3, Land Rover Discovery Sport and Mercedes-Benz GLC. Improved Styling Talking about the cosmetic changes, the new Audi Q5 features a larger grille with honeycomb pattern, chiseled bumper, new LED headlamps, tweaked bumper and blacked out inserts at the front end. The SUV also gets bigger s

While we wait for the Tata Punch to be officially unveiled on 4 Oct 2021, Tata Motors continues to share key features of its upcoming micro SUV via teasers. The latest teaser video that the homegrown automobile manufacturer has shared on its social media channels reveals that the Tata Punch will come equipped with a Harman infotainment system. We can see in the footage that the Tata Punch will have a Harman infotainment system which is likely to be the same unit that we can find in the Tata Altroz and Nexon. It would be a 7-inch touchscreen integrated with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. It would be interesting to see in what Tata Punch variants Tata Motors incorporates the Harman infotainment system. Also Read: Upcoming Tata Punch Looks Bold & Muscular in Camo Edition Render Speaking of variants, as per a leaked image, the Tata Punch will be available in four trims - Pure, Adventure, Accomplished and Creative. Depending on the trim, the colours include white, g

GaadiWaadi - The Force Gurkha is currently available in a single variant, while the Mahindra Thar can be had in two trim lines – AX and LX Force Motors has finally launched the new-gen version of the Gurkha in the Indian market, and while it does feature some styling updates, it continues to remain the bold, no-nonsense off-roader that it always has been. As of now, the Force Gurkha has only one direct rival in the country, i.e. the Mahindra Thar. Here is a price comparison between the Force Gurkha and the Mahindra Thar, take a look – Force Gurkha Variants* Mahindra Thar (Diesel) Variants* AX (O) Soft Top – Rs 12.99 lakh AX (O) Hard Top – Rs 13.09 lakh Gurkha – Rs 13.59 lakh LX Soft Top – Rs 13.59 lakh LX Hard Top – Rs 13.69 lakh LX AT Soft Top – Rs 14.99 lakh LX AT Hard Top – Rs 15.09 lakh *All prices are ex-showroom, New Delhi It should be noted that we have only listed the prices for diesel variants of the Mahindra Thar, since the Force Gurkha i

GaadiWaadi - Hero Pleasure Plus Xtec is expected to go on sale soon in India and will continue to be powered by the 110.9 cc air-cooled engine Hero MotoCorp has showcased a slew of new products at a dealer meet and they are the Xpulse 200 4V with a new colour scheme, Xtreme 160R Stealth Edition, Xtec version of the Pleasure Plus and the Maestro Edge 125 with Hero Connect. Here we are looking at all the known details of the Pleasure Plus Xtec as it will be positioned as the range-topping model upon arrival. The Hero Pleasure Plus Xtec follows the Glamour Xtec introduced in July 2021. It measures a length of 1,769 mm, a width of 704 mm, and stands 1,161 mm tall with a wheelbase length of 1,238 mm. It is rated to have a ground clearance of 155 mm and it tips the weighing scale at 106 kilograms with a fuel tank capacity of 4.8 litres. The upcoming 110 cc scooter has no dimensions changes compared to the regular variant and is powered by the same 110.9 cc single-cylinder air-cooled OHC

GaadiWaadi - Along with the booking dates, Mahindra has also announced the prices of all the variants of XUV700 five-seater and seven-seater versions Mahindra & Mahindra has today announced the date for the commencement of the reservations for the newly launched XUV700 in the domestic market through online and authorised dealerships. The reservations begin on October 7 at 10 am onwards while previews for Mahindra customers will start at dealerships from October 1. In addition, test drives will open on October 2 in Phase I cities like Delhi NCR, Bangalore, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Indore, Coimbatore, Vadodara and Lucknow. In Phase II cites such as Jaipur, Surat, Patna, Cochin, Cuttack, Kanpur, Calicut and Nashik, the test drives will begin from October 7 onwards. The SUV carries an attractive price tag of Rs. 11.99 lakh for the entry-level MX petrol variant and it goes all the way up to Rs. 19.79 lakh for the AX7 top-end trim (ex-showroom, pan India). The Ma

Hero MotoCorp is ready to launch the updated Xpulse 200 4V motorcycle in coming weeks (i.e. just ahead of festive season). The new model was recently caught on camera without any camouflage revealing its production-ready design and feature details. Here’re all details of the upcoming 2021 Hero Xpulse 200 4V we know so far. More Powerful Reports suggest that the new Xpulse 200 will be more powerful than the existing model. The new one is likely to feature a 199.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with a 4-valve cylinder configuration instead of 2-valve OHC setup. The 4V layout will enhance its performance at high rpms. It might also improve its power and torque figures. In its current form (2V), the motor produces a peak power of 18.1bhp at 8,000rpm and 16.45Nm of torque at 6,500rpm. The updated model will continue to feature the 5-speed gearbox.  New Colours While there is no official word on the same, the new Hero Xpulse 200 4V 2021 is likely to be offered in new colour optio

The Hero Xpulse 200 4V has been spied once again. This time, the upcoming motorcycle looks production-ready and is said to be seen at an event. Since it is not wearing any camouflage, we can see a new white and blue dual-tone colour option. The new Xpulse is expected to be launched soon. The Hero Xpulse 200 4V in the latest spy shots seems to be in its production-ready guise. It looks identical to the current model, however, Hero MotoCorp will introduce some new colour schemes to refresh things a bit. Earlier spy shots had revealed that the upcoming Xpulse 200 4V will have a blue and black dual-tone paint scheme. And now, the new spy images give us a look at another new livery. Also Read: Hero Xpulse 200 4 Valve Spied, Expect Increased Refinement & Power While these are the cosmetic changes, the primary change in the Hero Xpulse 200 4V has been made to the engine. It will have 4 valves instead of 2. This means that the motor will be more refined and have reduced vibrations. It

In the recent past, the demand for 7-seater cars and SUVs have increased significantly in the Indian market. The success of new Safari, Hector Plus and the Alcazar have prompted other automakers to explore this premium 7-seater UV segment. In this article, we bring you a list of top 5 upcoming new 7-seater utility vehicles to be launched in the Indian market in 2022. Kia Seltos 7-Seater Kia India has officially announced to launch the new 7-seater SUV in the first half of 2021. It is reportedly to be the 7-seater version of the Seltos. The new model will follow the Hyundai’s strategy, which sells the Creta and the Alcazar 7-seater based on the same platform. The new Seltos 7-seater will measure close to 4.5 meters in length, and will have a wheelbase of 2,760mm. The 7-seater Kia Seltos is likely to share the engine options with the Alcazar, which includes a 1.5L turbo-diesel and a 2.0L petrol. While the former is good for 115PS of power and 250Nm of torque, the petrol engine produc

Mahindra & Mahindra has officially announced the prices of the new Mahindra XUV700, which is offered in both 5 as well as 7-seat options. The SUV is available in two Series – MX and AX Series. The MX Series is available in two variants – MX Petrol & MX Diesel – priced at Rs 11.99 lakh and Rs 12.49 lakh respectively. The AX Series is offered in 3 trims – AX3 5-seater, AX5 5-Seater and AX7 7-Seater – and in petrol and diesel fuel options. All these trims are offered with manual as well as automatic gearbox options. The Mahindra XUV700 AX Series with petrol engine is priced between Rs 13.99 lakh and Rs 19.19 lakh, while the diesel range starts at Rs 14.59 lakh and goes up to Rs 19.79 lakh. Buyers can also convert their 5-seater models to 7-seater by paying an additional amount of Rs 60,000. Mahindra XUV700 Variant-Wise Prices All the prices will be applicable for the first 25,000 bookings. Official bookings for the SUV will commence on October 7, 2021; however, Mahindra dealer

Luxury car company Rolls-Royce has officially announced its first electric car called Spectre. The on-road testing of the new EV is imminent and the finished product will be launched in Q4 2023. CEO, Torsten Müller-Ötvös says that the first Rolls-Royce electric car is not a prototype but a real thing and clients will take first deliveries of the EV in the fourth quarter of 2023. “I am proud to announce that Rolls-Royce is to begin the on-road testing programme for an extraordinary new product that will elevate the global all-electric car revolution and create the first – and finest – a super-luxury product of its type. This is not a prototype. It’s the real thing, it will be tested in plain sight and our clients will take first deliveries of the car in the fourth quarter of 2023.” Rolls-Royce makes some of the finest cars in the world that offer the utmost luxury and flawless customer experience. Since the Spectre will be the brand’s first electric car, to ensure the EV comes out p