Ronaldo inaugurates Castrol Rankings for football players

Cristiana Ronaldo, Castrol's global ambassador was present to unveil the inaugural Castrol Rankings - the world’s first truly objective football rankings system - based on the actual performance of every football player across Europe’s top five leagues.

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Hyundai Motor India inaugurates fourth global R&D centre in Hyderabad

India keeps emerging as a serious player and much ahead in race as compared to other countries where global research hubs are being made for automobile companies. Hyundai Motor has now inaugurated its new research and development centre at Hyderabad

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Premier RiO SUV launched

Premier Ltd. (formerly known as Premier Automobiles limited) re-entered the Indian passenger vehicle market with the release of a compact SUV named RiO. According to the compnay Premier RiO aims to cater to the segment between mid-size passenger cars and larger utility vehicles.

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Honda Scooter rolls out new Aviator scooter

In its endeavour to enhance its marketshare in the scooter segment, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI), has unveiled the upgraded version of its Aviator scooter in New Delhi.

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Maruti SX4 with efficient VVT engine and automatic transmission launched

The product extension exercise continues for Maruti Suzuki. Once again the Men Are Back tagged sedan is attempting to get back with avengeance at its competitotrs.

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Chevy Beat to be launched by end-Dec, e-version to follow soon

On the sidelines of holding regional launches of Chevrolet Cruze at various cities in the country, GM India, has told reporters that its upcoming minicar-Chevrolet Beat-will be launched by the end of December.

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Maruti Suzuki ranks highest in dealer service satisfaction survey in India

The proportion of customers defecting from dealership service facilities to non-authorised service centres has decreased in 2009, compared with 2008, according to the J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2009 India Customer Service Index (CSI) Study SM released recently.
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Maruti Alto & WagonR to have next-gen BS-IV compliant engines

Maruti Suzuki is looking at equipping its cars - namely, Alto and Wagon R with new generation engines, in its bid to make all its models BS-IV norms compliant.

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VW to bring Volkswagen Polo Cup to India in 2010

Volkswagen India Private Limited firmed up its plans to enter Indian motor sports with the announcement of the signing of the Letter of Intent with JK Tyre & Industries Limited to bring the globally acclaimed Volkswagen Polo Cup to India in 2010.
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VW to bring Volkswagen Polo Cup to India in 2010

Volkswagen India Private Limited firmed up its plans to enter Indian motor sports with the announcement of the signing of the Letter of Intent with JK Tyre & Industries Limited to bring the globally acclaimed Volkswagen Polo Cup to India in 2010.

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Royal Enfield Classic 500 to be launched in India on Nov 4, 2009

Royal Enfield’s domestic product line-up comprising of Bullet 350, Bullet Electra, Bullet Electra5S, Bullet Machismo and the Thunderbird Twinspark 350cc, is all set to be augmented with another model- Classic 500.

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Maruti SX4 coming soon with an automatic version

The product extension exercise continues for Maruti Suzuki. Once again it's Men Are Back sedan - Maruti SX4 could soon be seen moving around with an automatic transmission.
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Relio Quick Auto Mall exhibition in Bangalore from Nov 13, 2009

Relio Quick will soon be bringing one of the largest shows on automobiles- Auto Mall 2009 from 13th – 15th November at Tripura Vasini, Palace Grounds, Bengaluru.
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Toyota Kirloskar to hire 2,000 workers for its second plant in Bidadi

In line with its strategy to launch a small car in India by late 2010 or early 2011, Toyota Motor Corporation is pulling out all plugs to help facilitate the launch.
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Premier Auto to roll out compact mini-SUV Rio on Oct 28

After a hiatus of nearly a decade, Premier Auto is all set to launch a compact SUV Rio on 28th October’09 in Mumbai, in association with a Chinese company ‘Zotye Auto’.

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Bannon selects Central New York for rolling out Reva e-cars

In a communique, Bannon Automotive, LLC announced that it has selected Central New York as a manufacturing site for its affordable plug-in electric vehicle which is based on technology developed in the U.S. by Reva Electric Car Company.
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Central government keen to roll out vehicle safety centres across the country

In its endeavor to mitigate the number of road accidents in India and ensure proper functioning of vehicle safety components, the central government plans to set up state-of-the-art vehicle fitness centres across the length and breadth of the country.
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Dirt SuperCross Bike Racing Championship was a success

Nearly 60 participants from different parts of the country including a dozen from the state of Chattisgarh, took part in the National SuperCross Bike Racing championship, organized by Chhattisgarh Motor Sports Association.

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Maiden win for Team India at Mercedes Trophy World Finals 2009

The Indian golf team claimed its maiden win by claiming the third position at the Mercedes Trophy World Final 2009 held in Stuttgart from Sep 24th to Sep 29th. Competing against 23 teams from over 54 countries.

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Toyota to unveil Prius hybrid car at 2010 Auto Expo

On of the most successful green vehicle may find its way into the Indian market in two months from now, as a couple of media reports claim that Toyota is gearing up to display it at the 2010 Auto Expo.

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Land Rover launches new iPhone app for Guinness Premiership

Land Rover, the British brand owned by Tata Motors, has announced the launch of the first Official Guinness Premiership iPhone app. The long awaited application provides the latest rugby news, fixtures, scores and results about one of the world's most competitive leagues as soon as the action happens.

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Toyota launches redesigned 'Mark X' in Japan

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has announced the launch of the redesigned ‘Mark X’ in Japan which features a dynamic low center of gravity that is combined with powerful driving performance made possible by a new 3.5-liter V6 engine.

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Toyota Sai hybrid to go on sale in Japan by Dec

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces the unveiling of its compact luxury sedan ‘Sai’ today in Japan, which is planned to go on sale in Japan on December 7.

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Next-gen sedan Indigo Manza launched

The number of offerings from Tata Motors seem to get better by the month - this time its the launch of the new Indigo Manza sedanat Mumbai. The Manza is available with two fuel options, seven colours and four versions — Aqua, Aura, Aura (ABS) and Aura+.

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Garmin navigation devices to be available at Reliance Autozone

Garmin, one of the global leaders in navigation devices would now be available at Reliance Autozone, the automotive retail arm of Reliance Retail. Both the companies have joined hands to jointly promote world class navigation devices in India.

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Chevrolet Cruze launched in New Delhi

General Motors India's D-segment sedan, Chevrolet Cruze was lauched today in New Delhi. Available in two variants - LT & LTZ , and in six colours, the sedan is equipped with a 2.0-litre diesel engine (the same engine which is also fitted to the Chevrolet Captiva SUV.

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BMW Z4 Roadster arrives in India

The BMW unveiled its Z4 Roadster at the India Couture Week in Mumbai. The petrol variant - BMW Z4 sDrive35i costs Rs 59 lakh and will be available in a range of six paint finishes.

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Reliance Autozone opnes in Hyderabad

After setting its footprints successfully in northern and western India, Reliance Autozone, the automotive retail arm of Reliance Retail launched its first automotive retail store in south.

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Kawasaki Ninja 250R launched in India

Kawasaki Ninja 250R has finally made its entry in India, courtesy Bajaj Auto. Widely acknowledged as the best 250cc motorcycle in the world, it will be available exclusively through Bajaj Probiking showrooms in the Indian market.

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Maruti SX4 to be relaunched as BS-IV compliant car on Oct 13

Maruti Suzuki India which has temporarily halted the production of the SX4, is all set to relaunch it with a BS-IV compliant engine on 13th October, 2009. India's largest passenger carmaker has decided to revamp the model.
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Porsche Panamera arrives in New Delhi

Porsche Panamera, one of the most eagerly anticipated models in performance motoring history was unveiled by Precision Cars, official importer of Porsche to the press and guests at the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany.

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Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya flagged off from Shimla

The 11th edition of the Maruti Suzuki Raid-de-Himalaya – India’s longest, highest and most strenuous motorsport event – was flagged off today from Shimla by Prof. Prem Kumar Dhumal, Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh.

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Bajaj Auto and MotoCzysz announce dream project for next-gen automobile

Bajaj Auto Limited and MotoCzysz LLC have announced a joint venture agreement for a dream project, under which the two companies will work towards developing a ‘next generation automobile’.
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Felipe Massa to test in Ferrari's simulator in Italy

Felipe Massa, who is believed to be recovering fast from the accident has been karting off late, and will soon fly to the team's HQ to use their static simulator.
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BMW India to launch two-seater Roadster Z4 sports car in Mumbai on October 12

According to reports in the media, BMW India is all set to introduce its two-seater Roadster Z4 sports car in Mumbai on 12th October, 2009. The BMW Z4 is a rear-wheel drive sports car manufactured by the German automaker and replaces the Z3.

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Production at Ashok Leyland's Alwar bus facility going full steam

The Alwar plant of Ashok Leyland's new bus body facility is abuzz with production of Ultra Low Entry (ULE) buses ordered by the Delhi Transport

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Production at Ashok Leyland's Alwar bus facility going full steam

The Alwar plant of Ashok Leyland's new bus body facility is abuzz with production of Ultra Low Entry (ULE) buses ordered by the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC).

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Three variants of Porsche Panamera launched in Mumbai

After its successful run with models like the 911, Boxster and Cayenne SUV, Porsche AG finally presented to india its new 4-door sportscar Panamera at an exclusive function in Mumbai.

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Nissan unveils sketch of its global compact car

Nissan Motor has unveiled the sketch of its global compact car. Planned to be manufactured in 5 countries, including Thailand, China and India, the production of this model will commence in May 2010 in India.

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