Maruti Suzuki will introduce three products this year

Maruti Suzuki will be introducing three products this year, the first two being the facelift versions of the Swift and the Swift DZire and the third being the Ciaz production version. They had showcased the concept car at the Auto Expo recently.

Mercedes-Benz will also introduce the GL63 AMG on the 15th of April. The G63 AMG is already here, up next is the GL63 AMG. This will be the next AMG in the league. A special Bolero edition is also launched. Renault has also launched the facelift version of the Fluence.

If you have missed out on the action this week, read more in our highlights for news of this week.

Upcoming three Maruti Suzuki cars in 2014



Maruti Suzuki India seem to be gearing up considering the rising competition in the Indian auto industry. Being the top most market shareholder, Maruti has always been under constant pressure to maintain its position. It faces fierce competition from its rivals which are high on eating up Maruti's share from the market. Statiscally speaking, Maruti had acquired an overall market share of 70% which was considerably the peak phase for the company. But, lately the company stands close to 50% of market share. To regain their lost grounds, the company has decided to bring in three new vehicles this year in India. Read more

Renault launches Fluence facelift



Renault India Pvt. Ltd. launches the new Fluence at Rs 13.99 lakh (Ex-Showroom, Delhi). The updated Fluence features a sporty and progressive design inspired by Renault's new Brand identity. The exterior profile offers refreshing fluid design courtesy to new bumper, redesigned front grille and LED DRLs (Day Time Running Lights) that in altogether adds more to its elegance. Inside the cabin, this premium saloon now features new infotainment system with satellite navigation, R-link infotainment module along with a 3D sound system with eight speakers. The updated version also features driver-aid technologies such as automatic headlamps and rain sensing wipers. Read more

Audi A3 to arrive in India via CKD route



Audi India is believed to bring the new A3 sedan via CKD (Completely Knock Down units) route to India. Showcased at 2014 Auto Expo, the new A3 certainly looks promising and has even captured lot of attention out there at the event. Audi's recently appointed Head, Joe King, expects the new A3 to be a best selling luxury car. This indicates towards the agressive price with which the sedan will arrive in India. The launch is anticipated by mid this year. Read more

Toyota's i-ROAD hits the streets on public trial



Toyota has launched the first public trials of its ultra-compact i-Road electric three-wheeled “personal mobility vehicle” to find out how it shapes up in the cut-and-thrust of real-world urban driving. Read more

Work at the Toyota plant has begun



Toyota had shut its plant recently due to the union labour issues. The Japanese-manufacturer was in talks with the Karnataka government to help to come to a conclusion. Toyota has two plants in India, both are in Karnataka, close from Bengaluru. Read more

Maruti Suzuki Celerio V/s Datsun Go



A low cost hatch is always a favorite among the middle class Indian family but when the choices are more than one, it does brings confusion. Though Datsun Go is an entry level hatchback and is put against the likes of Hyundai Eon and Alto K10, but it still can be compared with the Maruti Suzuki Celerio, a segment above car. A brief comparison between Datsun Go and Maruti Suzuki Celerio is done on the basis of different aspects like exterior design, features, engine, mileage and price. Read more

Renault-Nissan on road to save big bucks



Renault-Nissan alliance has initiated convergence of its key roles, and with this they hope to save a whopping amount of Rs. 36,545 crore by 2016. For this matter, it will also appoint an executive vice president for each of the four primary initiatives that will kickstart from April 1st this year. The particular convergence of Renault-Nissan's key business functions is considerably the new and innovative step since the evolution of this alliance. Since then the companies have integrated several functions, including technology, customs and trade, logistics and purchasing. Read more

GM introduces facelift version of Chevrolet Cruze



General Motors, has silently introduced the facelift version of its D segment saloon Cruze. The updated version now includes four airbags, turn indicators on ORVMs, redesigned front grille and front air dam, inverted D-shaped black plastic cladded fog-lamps. In terms of pricing, the base variant is tagged at Rs 13.70 lakh (Ex-Showroom, Delhi). The car is made available in the three trims named as Chevrolet Cruze LT, LTZ and an automatic variant LTZ AT. Read more

Brio not to come with diesel anytime soon



Honda will be introducing two new products this year and the company has already launched the new-generation City. This comes with a diesel option too and so will the other two products. We speak to Mr Hironori Kanayama, President CEO, Honda Cars India Ltd to under more about the company's plans for the upcoming financial year. Read more

Mahindra Bolero Special Edition launched



Mahindra Mahindra, the homegrown manufacturer in order to keep up with the latest trend has launched a Special Edition of Bolero SUV. Scorpio and Bolero in the SUV segment were always good sales churners for the automaker and so to lure more buyers, the company has refreshed the model lineup by bringing this Special Edition. Read more

Nex-Gen Hyundai i20 spied in Europe - rear and interiors revealed



The next generation i20 is creating quite a buzz lately, the vehicle has been spotted testing across the globe at various locations including India. The vehicle is a flagship model for Hyundai India in the premium hatchback's space. The i20 was launched in India in 2008 and since then the hatch has received a mild facelift – one with the snazzy DRL's. The next generation vehicle is expected to make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show this October and soon after it, the car will arrive at the Indian shores. Read more

Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG to arrive on 15th April



The German automajor, Mercedes-Benz, went on introducing three AMG models in 2013 including G63, E63 and SLK 55. Now, the company plans to bring in the AMG version of GL SUV in India. The launch is scheduled to happen on 15th April. Read more

Singular Duality



Every coin has 2 sides, both very different. This is a fact that all of us know, and if this happens to be news for you, it's a good time to update yourself, all coins have 2 different faces commonly known as “Heads” or “Tails.” I'm not speaking about the two sides like Dr.Jekyll and Mr.Hyde, he is the same person with two completely different personalities. I'm saving that analogy for another story. Most cars we talk about have a fixed purpose, which is getting us from point A to point B. Now they may do it in many different ways, some may do it fast, some may do it by using the least fuel and some may even be able to chart their own path through unexplored territory. The point here is that that each car gets you to your destination because it has one unique specialty. What we are dealing with here is a vehicle with a capability of getting you from your location to your destination quickly as well as excitingly and sometimes even unnervingly. Read more