Tata Nano Twist - The New Entry From Tata With Power Steering

Introducing the Tata Nano Twist, reviewed by Autocar. Tata Nano has kept its evolution on from the most affordable city car and has been adding on the features each year. Mid of 2013 saw the slight design changes to the compact car and this time around with a new tag 'Twist' the car will come with a power steering.

The new Tata Nano Twist with power steering

The complaints on most of the forums by tata nano owners has been the unresponsive steering, there has been complaints that the steering makes the drive less confident. It seems that Tat has heard from the people and has added in the feature. Tata Nano Twist will be available in a top end model for now, and is named Tata Nano Twist XT. Although there are rumors that Tata will be launching a less premium version sooner.

The new instrument panel with MID, much helpful! - Tata Nano Twist

So no other changes except for the new instrument panel, which now had MID and shows the fuel consumption, live mileage and the distance to empty. These features seems to lift up the car a bit from the predecessors.

The car comes at a price of 2.36 lakhs ex showroom Delhi, which is just about 13000 more than the top end variant of old Nano. As Autocar mentions, the new steering is bit bigger in size and is smooth electric steering in place which has kept the engine efficiency at 25kmpl.

The new steering wheel and Instrument panel cluster for Tata Nano Twist

So three cheers for Tata Nano Twist and finally making it out with a power steering. Impressive.

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New Tata Nano Twist | First Drive Video Review | Autocar India

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Tata Motors has launched a new version of the iconic Nano priced at Rs 2.36 lakhs (Ex Showroom) & we drive it to see just how the new steering has put a Twist on the Nano. Read the full review here http://www.autocarindia.com/auto-reviews/new-tata-nano-twist-review-test-drive-369448.aspxAuthor: Autocar India Published: 13 January 2014 

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Maruti A Star Gets A New Make Over And Name - Celerio ?

The much popular compact hatch Maruti A-Star will have a make over and will most probably be displayed in the upcoming moto expo. The new avatar of A star was displayed in the Thailand International Auto Expo.

The car will make its entry into few more markets including the Indian market and is said to be a hit as was with the previous generations. The earlier code named YL-7 the new market name for the compact hatch is said to be Celerio.

The name 'Celerio' has already been used by the Suzuki as a suffix with the Alto badge in few international auto markets. If media reports to be believed, Maruti might launch this small hatchback at the Motor Show in February, with deliveries to be made after the event. The new hatchback measures 3600mm x 1600mm x 1540mm (length x width x height) and has got a 2425mm of wheelbase. Suzuki Celerio will share most of its design cues from the A-Wind Concept and it will be more taller, spacious and sportier than its predecessor.

Celerio will be powered by 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder K-Series petrol engine that churns out a maximum power output of 67bhp and 90Nm of top torque. Power is transmitted to front wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. It will also come in manual transmission (five-speed).

We expect to see the first glimpse of the car in February Auto Expo.

The concept model that is coming up with lot of visual changes as well, the latest photos show the A star headlights with a projector lamps and a chrome grill to match it. The car now comes with fog lamps as well, it seems that there will be considerable changes on the interiors as well.

It seems that the top end model is the one that is photographed and will also come with alloy wheels. However towards the rear it continues the new statement of Maruti as displayed in new Alto 800.

Stay tuned for more!

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Honda Vezel Unveiled In Japan, Entry To Indian Market Still Unclear!

Honda Vezel is the new talk, the fusion model which sports the functionality of a SUV, Coupe and mini van style. The car is also available in hybrid and gasoline models. The car was launched in Japan last Friday and the company states that it is most fuel efficient and best car for city as well as highway traffic.

Exteriors of this vehicle are attractive and noteworthy due to its unique styling, taking best of utility vehicle and coupe. In typical Honda-style, interiors of this car are stylish, comfortable and loaded with features.

The interior, created through a comprehensive effort to realize a high quality feeling for both the look and texture, creates a coupe-like personal space for the front seats. At the same time, Honda's original centre-tank layout enabled a large cargo space and minivan-like rear seats with ample elbowroom beyond what people can imagine from the elegant exterior form.

The Vezel Hybrid comes equipped with SPORT HYBRID i-DCD (Intelligent Dual Clutch Drive), which combines a 1.5-litre direct injection engine with a high-output motor for producing more power and ensuring an improved on-road performance. This fuel efficient vehicle will be able to offer a mileage of up to 27.0 kmpl, sources have claimed. One of the interesting facts about this vehicle is that it is the first hybrid model by Honda to see the implementation of the firm's original Real Time AWD for controlling torque distribution to front and rear wheels through an electronic mechanism.

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What makes Vezel truly refined is the highend features like Electric Parking Brake and Automatic Brake Hold. Also the car is virtually sound proof as the company has taken into accounts the details specifically. Also Vezel is the first Honda model to sport Reactive Force Pedal feature.

It boasts of outstanding passive safety by the virtue of next generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body and Pedestrian Injury Mitigation Body. Honda's original G-Force Control Technology (G-CON), as implied by the ACE body, not only improves self-protection, but also mitigates the impact on other vehicles too in case of an inadvertent collision. This vehicle also comes loaded with enhanced safety features like City-Brake Active System.

The model is said to be launched in early 2014 at US market but the Europe customers will have to wait close to an year to get hands on this beauty. Although the launch in Indian market is still not clear as the company is still working on the fourth generation models of City, Mobilio and Jazz.

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Mercedes Benz S63 - The new S Class 2014 Edition - True Luxury and Ultimate Drive!

The new S-class preview has already created wows around the world as it is pure luxury blended with the classic beauty of a luxury sedan. I wonder if anyone would still want more of a car than the current release. We are talking about the S63, which was previewed by AMG recently and the new drive comes with all wheel 4MATIC Tech.

The car as shown in the video beholds an ample count of horses i.e, a whooping 577 HP with 664-pound-foot twin-turbo V-8 AMG heart. Now with that kind of power, it will be a shame if you are forced to drive at any speeds less than a three digit count. The anti body roll, the drive matic and a ton of safety features will make you want to be inside the car at all times.

A popular car magazine, motor authority says

" Instead of Magic Body Control, the S63 AMG makes do with an adjustable Airmatic suspension. Although it can't see and adjust to the road ahead, it's still supple yet firm, controlling body motion without upsetting the ride.

Traction seems inexhaustible, even on the rain-soaked autobahn where I spent much of my time with the car. The 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system has a fixed torque split, sending 2/3 of the power to the rear wheels, 1/3 to the forward axle, no matter the conditions. This rear-biased setup helps keep the driven front wheels from creating torque steer or other nasty all-wheel-drive traits."

The car has cut down on the aluminium usage and has gone for carbon fibre so the benefit is that although it is bigger than older S class, the car is 220lbs lighter in weight. An adjustable-height, adjustable-damping-rate air suspension with increased camber, stiffer anti-roll bars and a stiffer front subframe underpins the whole affair.

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The flaws suggested include the body roll - and not so precise steering, but that is not a deal breaker as the intelligence of the car suggests you the speed that you want to hit a corner and if you do so you will be rewarded more than what you asked for. For India, we will have to wait really long to see one on the road but for international audience, the car will be out in few months at showroom.

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See the all-new S63 AMG 4MATIC—the fastest full-size luxury sedan on the road—in action.

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Honda City 2014 : First Looks And Video Reviews

The much awaited 2014 edition of Honda City got reviewed by popular brand powerdrift and we are happy to showcase the video. One of the most anticipated cars of the segment, Honda City shows up with features that are all set to conquer the market. Although the pricing point is still in discussion, we will have to wait few more months to see what Honda prices the car at:

Honda’s i-VTEC engines are renowned for their brilliance, but this time around, the company is focussing on a diesel motor -- the 1.5-litre i-DTEC that debuted in the Amaze and has been carried over to the City. The new vehicle also gets the smaller saloon's gearbox, though it's a six-speed here. Honda claims that the new City i-DTEC will be the most fuel-efficient car in the country, with a claimed fuel efficiency of 26kpl!

The petrol version of the car gets the same 1.5-litre i-VTEC motor as in the last-generation car although it has been slightly tweaked to improve power delivery at lower revs. The car is also available in CVT auto version as well, which should add to its market.

The diesel engine comes straight from Amaze but the engine is remarked as more refined and with no speed cut-off - the company claims the top speed of diesel to be 190kmps!!

There’s plenty of equipment on offer. The instruments for the driver are big and easy to read, rings around the dials glow blue or green (depending on your driving style), and the chunky steering wheel is a high point, with well damped switches for the music and telephony. The music system includes a CD player (along with DVD support) as well as Bluetooth and Aux-in. A five-inch screen is the interface for the music system, while the air-con system is operated via a touch panel. And of course, there's a sunroof as well.

But despite the equipment levels, the LCD display blends in a little too much with the dash and the air-con control panel and plastics on the dash take away from the consistency of design.
The new City looks good on the outside as well with the slim headlights and the familiar arrowhead front profile. It has more presence and looks bigger. At the rear, the tail-lamps are integrated slickly with the boot. While the car looks bigger and has more presence, it's no wider than the older one and is as easy to drive around in the city as ever.

As per HT, the car is supposedly to be priced around 8.3-11.6 Lakhs, which sounds very promising.

Source: Hindustan Times

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  The all new 4th generation Honda City sedan is here and it comes with a diesel motor for the first time. Autocar India's Kartikeya Singhee takes it for a spin. 01:35 styling, 02:43 interiors & space, 04:50 diesel engine, 06:55 petrol engine, 08:15 ride & dynamics, 09:33 verdict.
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Revamped Hyundai Santa Fe May Roll Out On Indian Roads By 2014

Hyundai's reply to the Japanese car makers Toyota, Santa Fe is about to be re-launched in India. And this time the company is not planning to bring the whole car through CBU route, instead the parts will be assembled in their plan in Chennai. The new car will make its entry by 2014, sources report.

Leading car reviews like the powerdrift has been mentioning the sighting of Santa Fe throughout their rides although none of the enthusiasts have been able to grab more details on the specifications. The car will ofcourse be a seven seater with more changes to match the Indian conditions. The previous launch of Santa Fe did not strike success.

The current Santa Fe is powered by the 2.2-litre diesel engine churning out 195bhp. It comes mated to either a six-speed automatic or a manual transmission. The new Santa Fe is expected to be equipped with the same engine specifications, with an exception of the front-wheel-drive variant getting an automatic transmission. Developments have been done to improve the handling and to offer a better ride, Reports Carwale.

Sources also confirm that the new vehicle will be priced at 22 Lakhs compared to Toyota fortuner which will cost 25 Lakhs+.

Carwale also suggests that Hyundai is all set to make 2014 grand as they are planning to launch a sub-four-meter sedan based on Grand i10 and the successful i20 platform.

Source: Carwale

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Nissan Qashqai +2 - A New Arrival To India ? - Video

Nissan Qashqai +2 | First Drive | Autocar India

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The seven seater SUV by Nissan is all set to arrive on to Indian market sooner. The Qashqai was a instant hit in UK and other European countries as this was proven to be a perfect cross over. The new Qashqai +2 includes an additional two seats to the otherwise 5 seater cross over.

Powered by 1.6 litre diesel and 1.5 litre petrol engines, the performance evaluation shows that the car is all set for the competition. The engine is powered with a linear delivery and a smooth feeling gearbox.

Watch our comprehensive review of the Nissan Qashqai +2, driven in California

Pros:
Extra seats and versatile interior space
Good reliability
Comfortable ride

Cons:
Thirsty petrol engines
Resale values could be better
Rearmost seats only suitable for children

Author: Autocar India Published: 02 December 2013 

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BMW 4-Series Launched In LAX Auto Show 2013

BMW revealed the 4-Series Convertible to the public at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show. It will be replacing the 3-Series Convertible. The open-top four-seater stands out significantly from the mid-range models of the 3-Series. In terms of looks, the 4-Series Convertible is more refined and resembles the 4-Series Coupe the only exception being the folding metal roof which needs 20 seconds to open or close. This procedure is done at speeds of up to 11 mph (18 km/h). The car can be driven with the top down even at lower temperatures thanks to the neck warmers.

The cargo area has increased by 20 liters (0.7 cu. ft.) to 370 liters (13 cu. ft.) when the top is up and once it’s folded down the capacity drops to 220 liters (7.8 cu. ft.) which should suffice for short journeys. The U.S.-spec model will be available in a 428i variant and powered by a 2.0-L 4-cylinder turbo which generates 240 bhp (179 kW) and 255 lb-ft (345 Nm). The 435i on the other hand is equipped with a 3.0-L inline-six which produces 300 bhp (224 kW) and 300 lb-ft (406 kW). The two engines are coupled to an 8-speed automatic transmission featuring Normal and Sport modes. An xDrive system can be optionally added to the 428i version.

In Europe, BMW will also offer a 420d which is powered by a 4-cylinder, 2.0-L turbodiesel producing 181 bhp (135 kW). The Euro-spec 4-Series Convertible comes as standard with a six-speed manual but for more money the engines can be connected to the aforementioned 8-speed auto ‘box. The 2014 BMW 4-Series Convertible will reach dealerships in the United States in the first quarter of 2014 at a starting price of 49,675 USD for the base 428i model. The more powerful 435i can be had from 55,825 USD.

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Suzuki GSR250S Inazuma - First Looks @ Gaadi.com

Suzuki GSR250S Inazuma India

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"Suzuki might bring in this to India finally, the new GSR250S motorcycle that made it premier at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show recently".

What: A 250cc bike for India
When: Probable showcase at 2014 Auto Expo
Engine displacement: 248cc
Power: 24PS
Torque: 22Nm
How much: 1.3 – 1.5 lac
Wallet damage: 25-28kmpl
USP: Big bike feel, comfortable

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The GSR250S is indeed a big bike and measures 2145mm x 790mm x 1125mm. The 248cc engine puts out 24PS of power (at 8500rpm) along with 22Nm of torque. It is a heavy bike though and weighs in at 186kg. The GSR250S is a bike meant for cruising and open roads rather than outright acceleration. Expect a top speed of 150km/h on the speedometer along with a real world economy of 25-28kmpl. Further, being comfortable with ample seat space, two-up touring on this bike will be rather easy.

If Suzuki India does finalise this model, expect it to pay around Rs 1.3-1.5 lac (ex-showroom India). Lets keep our fingers crossed for the 2014 Auto Expo that is due for Feb next year. Till then, enjoy this walkaround video.

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