By Invitation : California Superbike Racing School in Chennai by Navroze Contractor

It is very fortunate for the riding community in India that we have amongst us, enthusiasts who can make a difference. TT Vrdharajan, MD of Preethi Mixers and Grinders and Dinesh Reddy, MD of Red Rooster Racing brought to us the California Superbike Racing School. Andy Ibbot, director of CSRC, the legendary trainer of champions, with four of his colleagues gave the lucky 24 riders hands on training in riding better and faster.
The CSRC has been around for 30 years, started by Keith Code who needs no introduction. The school has trained Wayne Rainey and many more world champions. Andy Ibbot’s starting philosophy is: 'The skills we teach is for all types of riders, and the skills they gain is for life. Let us be brutally honest, a rider who can improve his riding skills reduces the risks to himself and others'. A few weeks before coming to India, Ibbot was fine-tuning Valentino Rossi, need I say anything more?
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Robotic tyre-fitting equipment saves tyres from damage

A new concept in tyre changing with the help of revolutionary Indian robotic tyre fitting equipment is available for the first time at Chennai in India. The new equipment which is recommended by Michelin and Bridgestone worldwide for the fitment of the new-gen tubeless, Runflat, low/ultra low profile, hi-performance tyres has been fully customised to suit the Indian operating conditions.

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Volvo Buses sign on as sponsor for India International Regatta

Volvo Buses has signed on as the exclusive corporate sponsor of India International Regatta, scheduled at Chennai during November 1 - 8, 2009. Volvo Buses and Volvo Penta on behalf of the Volvo Group in India concluded this understanding with Yachting Association of India
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By Invitation : FIM Asia Petronas Championship at Sriperambatur, Chennai by Navroze Contractor

On August 7th 2009 top Asian and International motor racing authorities certified that the Sriperambatur race circuit in Chennai is fit to host the 4th round of the FIM Asia Petronas Championship. Officials from Petronas, UAM and Two Wheels Motor Racing from Malaysia were here and went through the circuit wit a toothcomb.

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Ford India launches Driving Skills for Life education programme for its employees in Chennai

In its bid to promote road safety in the country, Ford India has introduced the ‘Driving Skills for Life (DSFL) programme for more than 1,000 employees at its Maraimalai Nagar manufacturing facility at Chennai in Tamil Nadu.

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Ford India rolls out the new Ikon iKool variant in petrol and diesel versions

A new Ford Ikon iKool variant has been announced by Ford India which claims to be a feature - rich blend of advanced hi-tech features, sophisticated design and unmatched drive performance that customers would love to flaunt.
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Daimler India likely to pump in €700 million for its CV facility in Oragadam

Even after disengaging with Hero Motors from the commercial vehicle joint venture, the Indian arm of German commercial vehiclemaker - Daimler AG has categorically stated that it would continue to pursue its plans to make trucks and buses in India on its own.
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Ashok Leyland-Nissan to review production strategy to align with market demand

According to reports in the media, India’s second largest commercial vehicle maker, Ashok Leyland Limited and Nissan Motor Company are reviewing its capacity enhancement programme for its proposed joint venture and have stated that all its future expansion plans will hinge on the market demand for its products
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Bavina Cars to outsource 80 per cent components for its proposed plug-in hybrid car

Chennai-based Bavina Cars India Limited (BCIL), which has recently received the allotment letter for its battery-powered car plant in Ranipet industrial area in Tamil Nadu, will now be outsourcing 80 per cent of its components for its proposed plug-in series hybrid passenger car.
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Volvo reduces XC90 SUV prices by up to 8.5 per cent

In a move towards strengthening its foothold and to remain competitive in the country Swedish luxury car maker, Volvo Car India, on 9th July’09, has announced opening of its two new dealerships and revised pricing for its flagship model XC90.
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Nissan upcoming Chennai plant to be its global small car hub

Following its cues from other global auto biggies like General Motors, Hyundai, Suzuki, etc, Nissan Motor Company is all set to earmark Indian operations as its low-cost small car hub. Amidst its global restructuring plan, Nissan Motor Company has kept its investment plans for India unchanged and the production of its first compact cars in the country will begin by next year. It is to be mentioned that the Indian arm of the Japanese automaker is establishing a Rs. 4,500-crore car-manufacturing facility (on 640 acres) with Renault at Oragadam near Chennai, where it will be rolling out next-generation A-segment car- to be christened Micra or March. The Micra would be available in both petrol and diesel versions, with nearly two-third of its production earmarked for the overseas markets. The Indian arm of the Tokyo-based company has also firmed up plans to launch 4-5 models over the next four years with its first one being Micra or March, is slated to hit the market before summer 2010, a top company official said told PTI. After the Micra/March, Nissan plans to roll-out a sedan version of Micra by 2011.
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