Maruti Ritz Automatic price announced

Country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki added a new Automatic variant to its Ritz hatchback range.

Offered as a 4 speed auto transmission, the new gearbox is mated with the Ritz's K12 1.2 liter 86bhp Petrol engine and would also be available in the XVi ABS trim.

New 2013 Honda CR-V review

Japanese Auto major Honda had some great time in India with first getting the Honda CR-V 10 years back. Launched then as a completely imported SUV, CR-V was impressive with car like driving in an all time practical SUV. This made CR-V a favorite choice among men and their wives.

With more auto players setting up India operations, Honda was forced to re-think with its soft roader. The decision came to get in the forth generation CR-V which was introduced globally early this year.

At cartrials.com we get you a review of the new Honda CR-V.

New Skoda Octavia unveiled

Skoda has unveiled a new third generation Octavia. Unlike many upgrades or new generation launches these days, the new Octavia is completely reworked and dimensions stretched to get the element of comfort in travel.

Jaguar signs agreement to build plant in Saudi Arabia

In September this year we reported Tata Motors' plan to start a new plant in Saudi Arabia for its iconic British Brands Jaguar Land Rover.

Taking this plan further, Jaguar Land Rover' CEO Dr. Ralf Speth signed a Letter of Intent with Saudi Arabia's National Industrial Clusters Development Program (NICDP) President Mr. Azzam Yaser Shalabhi.

Tata Motors gets a new engine line up for Indica Vista

Country's largest commercial vehicle maker Tata Motors announced the launch of a new range of engine option for its best selling Indica Vista.

Named the Vista Quadrajet 90, the new Vista has a 1.3 liter Diesel engine pumping 88bhp max power. Developed and manufactured at Tata - Fiat JV plant, this new engine would also be available in Manza and Fiat Punto.

Mahindra Quanto registers over 12,000 bookings

Utility Vehicle maker Mahindra & Mahindra had done exceedingly well with its Xylo MUV from its launch in 2009. Taking this forward, the new mini Xylo Quanto has received over 12,000 bookings.

Fiat to get Abarth brand in India

Fiat announced the plans to get its performance car brand Abarth to India by early 2013. The first model to roll out under the Abarth badging in India would be the Grande Punto Evo followed by the Fiat 500.

Fiat to introduce Jeep with 2 models in India

Italian car maker Fiat announced its plans to get Chrysler to India through the launch of Jeep Brand by mid 2013.

Jeep is a very famous name among Indian road, thanks to the Tie-up they had with Mahindra which generated about 18,000 units annual sale for Jeep in India. But the brand couldn't stand on its own after the split as Chrysler faced financial difficulties for a long time.

Mahindra XUV 500 gets Smart Phone app

Mahindra & Mahindra gets into the tech side of automotive business. The company today announced the launch of its mobile application in XUV 500' W8 model which is supported on Android phones and can control and monitor various vehicle related modules.

2013 Range Rover launched in India

Tata Motor Company Jaguar Land Rover launched the new 2013 Range Rover in India.

The new Range Rover is completely re-worked to offer a luxury on-road and a more sensible off-roader. Land Rover claims the new design and engineering makes it lighter, spacious and more refined.

Bond Car Aston Martin for sale, Mahindra & Mahindra leading the race

Legendary British car maker and James Bond movie featured Aston Martin is up for sale by majority stake owners Investment Dar Company.

The Kuwait based investment firm had bought a 64% stake in Aston Martin from Ford in 2007 for $805 million and is now approaching potential buyer for selling the same.

New 250cc Sports Bike from Hero MotoCorp

Country's largest two wheeler maker Hero MotoCorp after its two years of breakup with its Japanese technology partner Honda is working fast on its ambitious international plans and to showcase its capabilities.

Hero MotoCorp is working on a new 250cc Sports bike developed in association with its new technology partner EBR (Erik Buell Racing). This indigenously developed bike is targeted to be unveiled at the 2014 Auto Expo.

Volkswagen India enter used car business

Global auto giant Volkswagen' India arm has forayed into multi-brand pre-used car business. Formed under Das WeltAuto branding (VW's global pre-used car brand), VW aims at a total 25% revenue from this business to the total company sales.

Hyundai India to invest in flexible engine plant

Country's second largest car maker and largest car exporter Hyundai India announced an investment of USD 300 million for setting up a new flexible engine plant.

The investment planned is for setting up a world class engine plant and a new press shop. According to Hyundai, this investment would create employment for about 400 people apart from the indirect employment.

Audi India success story continues, registers 76% growth in October sales.

Luxury car major Audi registered a total sales of 850 units in October 2012 in India. This is a 76% rise compared to 482 units in the corresponding period last year (October 2011).

GM Indian launches Chevrolet Sail U-VA, price starting at Rs. 4.44 lakh.

GM India launched its first model from the GM-SAIC partnership, the new Sail U-VA. Offered as a replacement to the outgoing Aveo U-VA, the new Sail U-VA has a simple design styling from outside and inside.

Bajaj Auto to launch the most expensive, technologically advanced 100cc bike in January

Two wheeler major Bajaj Auto is understood to have started working on a new 100cc bike for its range. Unlike the previous models and the current industry trend of getting the cheapest or a competitive model, Bajaj Auto is planning to launch the most expensive bike in the 100cc segment.

Rolls Royce India gets Wedding Edition Ghost & Phantom

Luxury car major Rolls Royce unveiled its new Wedding Edition series across Ghost and Phantom saloons in India. With an aim to increase its market share in India, Rolls Royce have introduced this new series with various options to woo the riches.

Official teaser of Honda Brio based saloon out, launch expected by mid 2013

Japanese Auto major Honda is understood to have taken India as an important market for its future growth. Acquiring its 100% stake in the Indian arm was part of this objective.

Honda India has got in a promising hatch Brio followed by a CNG variant for City and is also planning to launch a new version of the City by 2014.

New updated Chevrolet Spark launched

General Motors launched the updated version of its hot hatch Spark in India. Priced at Rs. 3.16 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) the new Spark gets design tweets to the front and rear styling.

The design update for the Spark was handled at GM's Bangalore Technical center, the same which did job for the new Tavera Neo 3.

Honda launches City CNG, and introduces new AVN variant.

Japanese Auto major Honda launched CNG version of City in India. With petrol prices rising and no diesel option to offer CNG was the best option Honda had to offer.

Honda has offered the CNG variant in the V trim only and is priced at Rs. 9.03 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). With Rohan BRC authorized to provide CNG kits, the modification would be available across all 45 Honda dealerships across India and would come with a 2 years/40,000km warranty as standard.

JCB turns 67, investing Rs. 500 crore in India expansion.

India's largest and most trusted construction equipment manufacturer JCB celebrated its 67th anniversary of incorporation. During the celebration, JCB official announced the expansion plans.

Tata Motors gets new Aria Pure at Rs. 9.95 lakh

With all automobile companies gearing up for festive season sales and demand for SUV rising in India, Tata Motors decided to offer a stepped down version of its Aria, Tata Aria Pure.

In an effort to get a better response from customers, its the second time Tata Motors is stripping down the Aria. Now the Aria range starts at Rs. 9.95 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), this is the same price of the Safari Storme' base version.

Tata Safari Storme off-roading.

Tata Motors grabbed attention by launching the revised version of the Safari - the Safari Storme on this Wednesday, 17th October and right after the official launch Tata Motors organized a off-roading experience to witness the changes the new Safari has to offer.

Mitsubishi begins local production for Pajero, Prices slashed.

Competition in Indian SUV sector rises, Indian iconic car brand Ambassador's owner Hindustan Motors announced the commencement of local production of the Mitsubishi Pajero at its Tiruvallur plant in Tamil Nadu.

Mahindra launched SsangYong Rexton

Indian Utility vehicle major Mahindra & Mahindra launched the premium SUV Rexton from the SsangYong stable in India.

Priced at Rs. 17.67 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) for the manual variant and Rs. 19.67 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) for the automatic variant, Mahindra aims in strengthening its presence in the Indian Premium SUV segment.

Tata Safari Storme launched

Indian commercial vehicle major and British iconic car brand' owner Tata Motors launched the new Safari Storme.

The new Tata Safari Storme was first showcased at the 2012 Auto Expo at Delhi and is now launched the same at a price range starting at Rs. 9.95 lakh for the base version and Rs. 13.66 lakh for the top end variant.

Tata Indigo Manza gets a new Club Class variant

Betting big on festive season sales, Indian passenger car major Tata Motors launched a new variant to its Indigo range, the new Tata Indigo Manza Club Class.

Priced at Rs. 5.70 lakh for Petrol and Rs. 6.49 lakh for Diesel, Tata Motors have got several unique features like Automatic Climate Control, Leather upholstery.

Facelifted Ford Figo launched

Ford launched the much awaited revision to the hot seller Figo hatchback in India. Priced at Rs. 3.85 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) the new Figo comes with the same 1.2 liter Duratec and 1.4 Duratorq engines.

Maruti Alto 800 launched

Country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki launched its most affordable model the Alto 800. Launched in the entry level segment, the new Alto 800 would compete with the likes of Hyundai Eon.

Mercedes Benz launches ML250 CDI, the first M-Class to be manufactured in India

German luxury car major Mercedes Benz launched a new variant from its M-Class lineup in India the ML250 CDI. Positioned below the current ML350 CDI, the new ML250 is priced attractively to take on the likes of the BMW X3 and Audi Q5.

Nissan India launches limited edition Micra Primo.

Japanese Auto major Nissan is making some good sales after the launch of the Micra in the Indian market. To further continue the saga and bet some good sales this festive season Nissan have launched a limited edition of the Micra, the Nissan Micra Primo.

Royal Enfield launches Thunderbird 500

Indian bike lovers get a reason to be happy this festive season, Royal Enfield gets the much awaited offering the new Thunderbird 500. Heart of the new Tunderbird is a 499cc Single Cylinder air cooled 4 stroke Petrol engine pumping max power of 27.2Bhp and peak torque of 4.17Kgm.

Honda to launch automatic Brio on October 18

Japanese Auto major Honda announced its plan to launch the automatic version of the little hatch Brio in India on October 18.

It is understood that Honda will offer auto transmission on its top of the line 'V' variant only, which comes equipped with Air bags, alloy wheels , dual tone interiors etc.

SsangYong Motor Company posts 6.81% growth in Sales

Mahindra & Mahindra company SsangYong Motor announced a growth of 6.81% in total sales this year.

Mahindra & Mahindra acquired South Korean SsangYong Motor Company last March for $473 million and made a 34.5% rise in domestic sales last month.

Mahindra confirms Rexton launch for Oct 17

Indian SUV major Mahindra & Mahindra and owners of SsangYong announced that the company plans to launch the much awaited 2012 Rexton in India on October 17th.

Mahindra also confirmed that India would get the newly introduced third generation Rexton which was revealed at the Busan Motor Show, 2012.

Tata Safari Storme coming on October 17th

Indian Auto major Tata Motors is understood to have planned to launch the new 2012 Safari Storme this October 17th.

With the SUV segment attracting more customers and getting interestingly competitive, Tata Motors find it the right time to get the India's first SUV in the new refreshed avatar.

Toyota India launches limited edition Innova Aero

Toyota India announced the launch of a limited edition version of the Innova, the Innova Aero. Priced at Rs. 12.25 lakh, the new Aero comes within days of launch of the Nissan Evalia and Mahindra Quanto.

Pay hike announced for Maruti' Gurgaon facility workers.

India's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki announced a pay hike of about 60% for its permanent employees at the company Gurgaon Facility.

Renault India Bajaj Auto collaboration terminated

French auto major Renault' India arm has terminated its collaboration with Bajaj Auto for the development of the Ultra Low Cost car.

Renault Nissan Chairman and CEO, Mr. Carlos Ghosn announced the termination of the contract and stated that the car developed by Bajaj Auto 'RE60' was not inline with Renault's requirement which leaded to the termination.

Volkswagen India gets in the new Touareg

Auto major Volkswagen launched the new 2012 avatar of Touareg in India. Priced at Rs. 58.5 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the new Touareg measures 40mm longer and 200kg lighter than the predecessor.

Nissan Evalia launched in India

Japanese Auto major Nissan launched its People mover 'Evalia' into India's most promising Multi Utility Vehicle segment. With a 50% more fuel efficiency that its rivals at 19.3 kmpl, Nissan aims at a 2000 - 2500 unit sales per month.

Rolls Royce Phantom II launched

Luxury car major Rolls Royce announced the launch of Phantom II in India. Priced at Rs. 4.5 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi) this new RR gets many minute design styling over its old generation Phantom.

Tata Motors bags single largest order for 1314 trucks

Country's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer Tata Motors gets its single largest ever order for trucks. Surat based Siddhivinayak Logistics Limited (SVLL) has awarded this order.

Mercedes Benz India' most affordable model B-Class launched

Mercedes Benz India launched its most affordable model the B-Class in a launch event held in Mumbai. Launched in two avatars the B180 and B180 Sport.

 Mercedes Benz India has introduced the B180 and B180 Sport in an attractive price tag of Rs. 21.49 lakh and Rs. 24.87 lakh respectively.

Mahindra's compact SUV Quanto launched

Utility vehicle major Mahindra & Mahindra launched the sub 4 meter version of the Xylo, the Mahindra Quanto.

Positioned as an entry level SUV, the new 7 seater Quanto comes in four variants and price ranging between Rs. 5.82 lakhs to Rs. 7.36 lakhs (ex-showroom, Thane).

Yamaha gets in the RAY to Indian market

Japanese two wheeler major Yamaha announced the entry into the Indian scooter market by the launch on the 110cc Yamaha RAY.

Equipped with a 4 stroke, air-cooled 113cc engine, the new RAY pumps a max power of 7.1PS @ 7500rpm and a max torque of 8.1Nm @ 5000rpm. Mated with a CVT transmission Continuous Variable Transmission), Yamaha claims a fuel efficiency of 62.1 kmpl and a performance of 0-60 kmph in just 12 sec.

Its official, Nissan Evalia launch on September 26th

Nissan India announced the launch of its most promising model for Indian market, the Nissan Evalia on September 26th.

The MPV which was first debut at the Auto Expo held at January 2012 in Delhi had gained a good attention and was since then awaited with a great anxiousness.

Jaguar Land Rover to have plant in Saudi Arabia

Indian auto major and owners of British iconic car brands Jaguar Land Rover, Tata Motors' Chairman Ratan Tata announced that the company is looking at setting up a plant for Jaguar Land Rover in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Renault launches Scala in India

Renault India launches its third mass market model, the Scala. The company introduced the Scala in a press meet held in Delhi yesterday at an introductory price starting a Rs. 6.99 lakh for Petrol and Rs. 8.69 for Diesel (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Scala, which is the rebadged version of the Renault Sunny is launched exclusively for the Indian market and was redesigned at the Renault's Mumbai design studio.