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GaadiWaadi - Jawa 42 Bobber has several commonalities with the Perak but with revised ergonomics, a more modern design and a new seat Jawa Motorcycles has today announced the launch of a new bobber dubbed the 42 Bobber in the domestic market. Priced at Rs. 2,06,500 for the Mystic Copper, the Moonstone White shade costs Rs. 1,000 extra and the two-tone Japer Red costs Rs. 2,09,187 (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The Jawa 42 Bobber is the most affordable bobber on sale in India right now. The Mystic Copper colour scheme undercuts the Jawa Perak by around Rs. 2,700. While it does not have any direct rivals considering its unique segment, it competes against Royal Enfield Meteor 350, Royal Enfield Classic 350, Honda H’ness CB350, Yezdi Roadster and a lot more considering the pricing. Compared to the Perak, it comes with a number of styling revisions. Most noticeably, the second bobber in Jawa’s local range features a restyled front end with a new headlamp unit while the new fuel tank has an...

Mercedes-Benz has launched the new EQS 580 4Matic in the Indian market at Rs 1.55 crore (ex-showroom). This locally assembled model is positioned below the Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 S and also undercuts the S-Class by Rs 5 lakh. The Mercedes-Benz EQS is also the company’s first locally assembled EV in the country. The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 4Matic has a slightly different design compared to the EQS 53. It comes with toned-down front bumper, and the blanked-out grille has several illuminated 3-pointed stars. It rides on smaller 20-inch wheels with a five-spoke design. Riding on the 3,210mm long wheelbase, the new Mercedes EQS 580 measures 5,126mm in length. Thanks to the coupe-style design, the Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 has a drag coefficient of 0.20 that is llwer than the EQS 53’s 0.23. The company claims that the new EQS 580 is the world’s most aerodynamic production car. The Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 comes with a ‘Hyperscreen’, which comprises of 3 screens joined together by one glass panel. Th...

2023 Wuling Almaz strong hybrid concept was recently showcased at this year’s Indonesia Electric Motor Show (IEMS) in Jakarta. Just so you know, Almaz is sold as MG Hector in India. The SUV receives a few changes inside and out along with the strong hybrid powertrain. The model features a new 2.0L petrol engine with two electric motors and a lithium-ion battery pack. The power figures and electric range of the setup are still under the wraps. If reports are to be believed, the company might reveal technical specifications in October 2023. Based on the Almaz RS, the SUV’s strong hybrid concept (2023 MG Hector strong hybrid) features blacked-out elements on the grille, pillars, wing mirrors and roof, RS-specific front and rear bumpers, blacked-out fog lamp assembly, lower air dams and RS badge. Unlike the Wuling Almaz RS that comes with the 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, the strong hybrid model features 18-inch units. On the feature front, the Wuling Almaz RS (regular model) offers A...

GaadiWaadi - SUVs are utterly popular in the Indian market, and soon, we’ll have lots of coupe-style SUVs in Rs. 9 lakh to Rs. 20 Lakh price segment In India, the demand for SUVs has been steadily growing, and carmakers are moving fast to satiate that. There are plenty of SUVs on sale in our market already, and plenty more are on the way. A few carmakers are planning to introduce coupe-style SUVs in the mass market, to break the monotony of boxy models and add trendy choices for people. Tata Motors recently unveiled a new midsize electric SUV concept, named ‘ Curvv ’. It is based on the brand’s new Generation 2 platform, and it follows the new-gen Impact design philosophy. It is expected to launch in its production form next year, first with an all-electric powertrain option, expected to deliver around 500km of driving range while its petrol and a diesel engine option will be added later. Mahindra & Mahindra is also showcased Five electric SUV concepts in India based on the ‘B...

Maruti Suzuki and Toyota joint venture has recently launched the Grand Vitara and the Urban Cruiser SUVs respectively. The JV is also working on multiple new models including EVs for the Indian market. In this article, we bring you a list of top 6 upcoming new cars & SUVs from Maruti Suzuki and Toyota in the country – Upcoming Maruti Cars 1. Maruti Baleno Cross 2. Maruti Jimny 5-door 3. New Maruti Swift Maruti Suzuki is testing two new utility vehicles including a SUV Coupe and the long wheelbase version of the Jimny SUV. Both SUVs are scheduled to make global debut at Auto Expo 2023 in January. Adding to it, Maruti Suzuki will also launch the new gen Swift hatchback in 2023. The new Baleno Cross, internally called YTB is reportedly to be launched in February 2023. It will share most of the features and design elements with the Baleno and the new Grand Vitara. It will also mark the re-introduction of the Suzuki’s 1.0L Boosterjet turbo petrol engine. On the flip side, the Jim...

Here’s a list of top 10 upcoming new SUVs to be launched in the Indian market in 2022 and 2023. 1. Mahindra Thar 5-door The homegrown automaker, Mahindra will launch the new 5-door Thar lifestyle SUV in 2023. It is expected to be unveiled at the 2023 Auto Expo in January. The new model will be based on the stiffer platform and will feature penta-link suspension. It will ride on longer wheelbase, which will allow Mahindra to create more space inside the cabin. It will retain the existing 2.0L turbo petrol and 2.2L turbo diesel engines; however, the engines will be calibrated for more power and torque. Transmission choices will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic. 2. Maruti Jimny 5-door Maruti Suzuki will launch the long wheelbase Jimny in the country in 2023. The 5-door Jimny is reportedly to be unveiled at Auto Expo 2023, while launch is expected by mid-2023. It will be powered by a Suzuki’s 1.5L K15C petrol engine with a mild hybrid tech. This engin...

GaadiWaadi - LML Star name has made a comeback as an electric scooter and it will take on TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak upon its launch in H2 2023 LML has announced its comeback to India in a grand style with the unveiling of three new two-wheelers. The company will return to the domestic market in the second half of next year with the Orion, Moonshot and Star. It must be noted that the LML Star name was used on a scooter manufactured by Lohia Machinery Limited in Kanpur between 1999 and 2017. The 2023 LML Star does give the sporty maxi scooter vibe with a two-tone colour scheme, a sharp headlamp cluster and apron, black finished alloy wheels, a dedicated display showing different messages, telescopic front forks, a monoshock rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes. The electric scooter also appears to boast an aluminium swingarm. While the technical specifications are yet unknown, the LML Star could be pitched against Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube, Ather 450X, Ola S1 and the upcoming ...

GaadiWaadi - Citroen Oli is based on the Ami city car and it will spawn an electric vehicle that will be equipped with a 40 kWh battery pack Citroen has unveiled the Oli concept today and it follows the successful Ami electric city run around with a lightweight and sustainable nature. It has a length of 4.2 metres, a width of 1.9 metres and stands 1.65 metres tall and is described as a working concept. It does have a polarising exterior design language that would necessarily be called ‘overdone’ rather than futuristic. The production version of the Oli will weigh around one tonne and it will be equipped with a 40 kWh battery pack to deliver a claimed driving range of up to 400 km on a single charge. It will have a restricted top speed of 110 kmph and the fast charging capability will replenish the battery from 20 to 80 per cent in just 23 minutes. The Citroen Oli is also versatile and conventional with the presence of vehicle-to-load and vehicle-to-grid charging potential. Courtes...

GaadiWaadi - The midsize SUV segment leader Hyundai Creta received two new rivals in the form of Toyota Hyryder & Maruti Grand Vitara recently and more are on their way The midsize SUV segment is hotly contested in the Indian market and naturally, the rivals for the Hyundai Creta are increasing as it is leading the way in this space for many years. With more customers not minding to spend more than Rs. 10 lakh to buy a new SUV, the segment’s popularity is growing leaps and bounds. Here are the five upcoming rivals for the Hyundai Creta: 1. Next-Gen Renault Duster: The Renault Duster was known to be a powerful and dynamically sorted SUV that not only gave a strong competition to the rivals but also impressed the buyers with its super impressive ride quality. The brand is currently working on the new-gen iteration of the Duster that will go on sale within the next couple of months. More details however are yet to be shared. 2. Tata Curvv: The Tata Cuurvv was recently showcased...

GaadiWaadi - New-Gen Hyundai Verna will likely go on sale next year in India and has its design heavily inspired by the global Elantra Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) was caught testing the all-new Verna on public roads earlier this year for the first time. Since then, the prototype has been spotted a couple of times and right before the commencement of local testing, the new generation Verna was spied in its homeland of South Korea as well. It is expected to go on sale next year in India and the latest spy images taken in Delhi-NCR show the front fascia in a blurry way while the side and rear profiles can also be seen. Despite wearing heavy camouflage, we can make out some interesting about the 2023 Hyundai Verna as its low-slung profile with a wide track adds to the distinction. The low-hanging nose does reminisce the latest Elantra and Sonata sold in the international markets. The upcoming Verna will also be based on the Sensuous Sportiness design philosophy followed by the ...

Toyota Motor had revealed its plan to contribute in India’s green mobility segment and launch multiple hybrid vehicles in the next few years. The company’s Indian arm, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is conducting feasibility study for its upcoming CNG, electric, ethanol and green hydrogen-powered vehicles. It has already invested Rs 2,000 crore on technology and electrification for both domestic and export markets. The company recently launched the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder SUV with the mild and strong hybrid powertrains. The mild hybrid variants are available within the price range of Rs 10.48 lakh – Rs 17.19 lakh and the strong hybrid model costs from Rs 15.11 lakh to Rs 18.99 lakh (all, ex-showroom). After the Hyryder, the Japanese automaker will bring in three new hybrid utility vehicles (UVs) including Innova HyCross , Fortuner Hybrid and a new C-MPV. The Toyota Innova HyCross (aka Innova Zenix in Indonesia) will be the next big launch from the Japanese automaker in the countr...

Tata Motors has launched the new Tiago EV as the brand’s & India’s most affordable electric vehicle. This entry-level electric vehicle is available in the price bracket of Rs 8.49 lakh to Rs 11.79 lakh (ex-showroom). It is positioned below the Tata Tigor and will target the first time car buyers in the country. The new Tata Tiago EV is offered in 5 exterior colour options – Tropical Mist, Teal Blue, Daytona Grey, Pristine White and Midnight Plum. Official bookings for the new Tiago EV will commence from October 10, 202, while deliveries will begin in January 2023. The new Tata entry-level EV is offered with two lithium-ion battery packs – 19.2kWh and 24kWh. The entry-level model is claimed to deliver 250km range, while the latter offers 315km of range on a single charge. It comes with Ziptron high-voltage powertrain that includes a permanent magnet synchronous electric motor. The electric motor produces 61bhp and 110Nm with smaller battery and 74bhp and 114Nm with bigger batter...

GaadiWaadi - The new Triumph 350cc will challenge other 350cc bikes like the RE Meteor and the Honda CB350 once it makes its Indian debut later this year Bajaj Auto and Triumph Motorcycles are working on developing a number of new bikes for the 250cc and the 350-450cc segment and will soon be unveiling these new bikes in the next few months. The upcoming Bajaj Triumph 350cc bike was recently spied on test in India for the first time in Pune near the Bajaj Auto manufacturing facility. This new test mule featured a scrambler-type retro-styling that is complemented by round headlamps, round rear view mirrors, subtle design panels, a chiselled fuel tank and a chrome filler cap. It also gets all-LED lights, a twin-piece seat with quilted pattern stitching and an upswept exhaust. It also gets exposed engine parts and smart alloy wheels. The bike sits on a tubular frame with a cast swingarm and gets USD forks at the front and a mono-shock absorber at the rear. The braking duties are like...

Honda 2Wheelers has announced that its cumulative sales in Jharkhand has crossed the 10 lakh mark. It was back in 2001 when Honda 2Wheelers entered the Indian market with the legendary Activa. Gaining popularity with a growing customer base for its products by 2017, Honda had surpassed the landmark 5 lac customers. Further, as two-wheelers continued to drive India’s growth story, trust on Honda’s reliable products also grew manifolds. Therefore, delighting its valued customers with almost four times the speed, HMSI has now successfully doubled its customers in Jharkhand by adding the recent 5-lac customers in just 5 years. Noteworthy, with Activa 6G & Shine leading the 2Wheeler demand in Jharkhand, Honda 2Wheelers now gives joy of riding to over 10 lakh two-wheeler customers in the state. from Indian Autos Blog https://ift.tt/7dAqKsQ via IFTTT