category:/Auto Safety News


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Mitsubishi Motors to unveil 16 cars at the 41st Tokyo Motor Show
Among cars on display at the Mitsubishi Motor stand include two concept cars developed to a "The EV: Its dawn and future" theme: the Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV and the i-MiEV CARGO, the i-MiEV new-generation electric vehicle for which the ...
1 Oct, 2009
82
Maruti cars to run on MPFI technology engine in both CNG & petrol modes soon
Today's CNG kits attached with petrol engines supply fuel only in one direction but this dual fuel engine based on MPFI technology offers various benefits. CNG fuelled vehicles are said to be unsuitable because they are slow and do not perform well on ...
1 Oct, 2009
83
Porsche Academy opens the ‘Model Factory’ at the Leipzig plant
The new "Model Factory" is characterized by the plant atmosphere and its practical orientation. During training, participants are also able to experience the implementation of lean work methods up close. Through a large glass pane in the ...
30 Sep, 2009
84
GM & Reva to produce electric vehicles for Indian market
This unique partnership will bring together two companies, established in their own field to develop car platforms, electric vehicle technology and advanced control systems. Through this partnership, REVA will also leverage GM’s large distribution ...
30 Sep, 2009
85
Porsche Panamera drives in India on 1st October
Porsche Panamera arrives with a 4.8 litre V8 direct fuel injection engine. It has front-engine and rear wheel drive (it also has a four-wheel option) is capable of reaching top speed of 303 km per hour and accelerates up to 100 km in just 4.2 seconds.
30 Sep, 2009
86
Toyota develops highly scratch-resistant clear coat
The new coat features an ingredient that encourages closer molecular bonding, resulting in a denser structure than conventionally possible. This gives the coat flexibility and elasticity, making it less prone to damage and more resistant to light and ...
29 Sep, 2009
87
Hyundai Launches Stretch Edition of Luxury Car – ‘EQUUS’
The stretch edition offers several upgraded features from the normal sedan version, including differentiated exterior designs and longer overall length. The engine and other functions have been reinforced to attain first-class performance, safety, comfort ...
29 Sep, 2009
88
Automotive parts supplier Delphi expands India technical center
The expansion will mean enhanced designing and testing capabilities with increased focus on areas such as Software Development, Software Verification, Systems Electrical Design, Mechanical Design, Validation and Program Management.
29 Sep, 2009
89
Volvo's New Automatic Braking Techology - Responding to Both Vehicles & People
The next generation of preventive safety technology from Volvo has a groundbreaking function that can detect a pedestrian who has walked into the roadway - and automatically avoid collisions at speeds below 25 km/h if the driver does not react in time.
29 Sep, 2009
90
GM joins hands with Reva for e-cars in India
The two companies have been collaborating for 10 months and have already created test models of the new vehicle, an all-electric version of the U.S. automaker's compact Chevrolet Spark and is confident to launch a car in next year.
26 Sep, 2009
91
Volvo Car to put plug-in hybrids on the market in 2012
Plug-in hybrids are an attractive car type offering the user the best from both electric power and conventional drivelines: extremely low fuel consumption and CO2 levels, combined with a long range and high performance.
25 Sep, 2009
92
Motor Vehicles Act to be amended to meet future needs: Kamal Nath
Shri Nath said,” We need to not only learn lessons from the past but also stimulate what would happen in future.” Thus, the amendments in the Act would take care of the best practises abroad and would not only “serve the present but also ...
25 Sep, 2009
93
Ford Motor signs $500 million deal with TN government
Ford, which established manufacturing facilities in Tamil Nadu in 1996, had previously announced the $500 million investment and its plant in located in Maraimalai Nagar has already undergone the first phase of its transformation. It is now being readied ...
25 Sep, 2009
94
DC Design with Carnation now to give new look to the cars!
DC Design would provide the design for cars and luxury bus coaches, while the sales and servicing part for the designs will be taken care of by Carnation as per the business model. However, this partnership does not mean DC Design will route all its ...
24 Sep, 2009
95
Ford's Global CEO launches new small car ‘Ford Figo’ in Indian market
Ford Figo is the result of a significant Ford investment commitment to expand its plant near Chennai for volume production as a small-car centre of excellence regionally. Ford's $500 million investment has doubled the plant's production capacity to ...
24 Sep, 2009
96
Mahindra Renault launches stylish new Logan Play
Mahindra Renault launched the Logan Play, a stylish new variant with a sporty and adventurous look. The Logan Play is available in both petrol (1.4 GLX) and diesel (1.5 DLX) options, priced at Rs. 553,231/- and Rs. 685,916 /- respectively (ex-showroom ...
23 Sep, 2009
97
Maruti Alto presents its special edition ‘Xcite’
The car features front power windows, manual central locking, body colored bumpers, internally adjustable ORVM, rear demister, rear parcel tray, body side mouldings, fabric inserts on door panel, remote boot opener, and many more additional features, ...
23 Sep, 2009
98
Toyota Corolla Altis CNG to hit the Indian roads this season
The Corolla Altis CNG is currently getting a final touch hoping to get little bit changes in suspension setup at the rear, reason being the additional 70 kg weight of CNG tank with the weight going up to a total of 80kg once the 14kg (gas capacity) tank ...
23 Sep, 2009
99
Land Rover launches Freelander 2 in India
The Freelander 2 has redefined the compact premium 4x4 segment. It delivers outstanding on-road performance as well as class-leading off-road ability, the hallmark of Land Rovers. A dynamic design, purposeful stance, smart and spacious interior, and an ...
23 Sep, 2009
100
Hero Honda launches new Karizma ZMR at Rs 91000
All new Hero Honda Karizma ZMR is available for Rs 91,000 ex-showroom Delhi and it will compete with the performance of bikes like Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi and the Yamaha YZF-R15. The Hero Honda Karizma ZMR Fi will come in new colors, Diamond White, Deep ...
22 Sep, 2009