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John Abraham is the MotoGP’s new ambassador for India

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Madhav Banka
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John Abraham is the MotoGP‘s new ambassador for India. Eurosport has announced John Abraham as the championship’s ambassador of India. According to reports, he would be involved in several different projects that have planned.

Also read, 2021 Ducati XDiavel to launch this month in India

Vijay Rajput, head of Eurosport India said, “Indians across the country love superbikes and racing but motorsports is still very community focused, concentrated at certain pockets,”

“Through this power packed campaign ‘MotoGP, Race Lagate Hain’ we at Eurosport India, along with MotoGP fan John Abraham, aim to expand its reach across the length and breadth of the country, also fuelling more conversations around the thrill and competitiveness of the sport,” Rajput added.

Abraham himself said, “It’s a moment of pride for any fan to become the India Ambassador, and it’s indeed a moment of reckoning for me. I am glad that through this association not only will I be able to showcase my love for MotoGP to all motorsports fans but also help many others understand the fine nuances of a highly technical and skill-oriented sport.”

“I am confident that my association with Eurosport India is only going to bring the sport of MotoGP closer to the hearts of millions of Indian motorsport fans,” he added.

He has even said that one of his dreams is to start a motorcycle academy for kids from the age of four, five, six and build them up to a point where they can start competing internationally.

To increase the popularity on MotoGP in India, there is a promotion campaign with John Abraham will be carried out across multiple platforms, including digital and radio. Eurosport is said to also be giving their fans a chance win merchandise that would be signed by John Abraham himself.

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2021 Ducati XDiavel to launch this month in India

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Madhav Banka
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2021 Ducati XDiavel to launch this month in India. This has been officially confirmed by the company, as they have made this announcement on their social media platforms.

Also read, Special Edition Maruti Suzuki Wagon R launched at Rs 5.36 lakh in India

As it has already been launched in the Internation Market, we do have some info regarding the launch.  The international variant comes in three variants- S, Black Star and Dark, the last two being the new additions. It features a black and silver paint job on the large fuel tank, with a red stripe dividing the two colours. It is based on the 2021 Ducati Diavel 1260, that recently went on sale in India, it gets a new seat and forward set pegs, in true cruiser motorcycle fashion. 

While for the powertrain, it gets a 160hp, 1,262cc, L-twin liquid-cooled engine. Peak Power has gone up by 4hp, but the peak torque figure has dropped by around 2Nm. Reports suggest that 80 percent of the torque is available from 2,100rpm, so this would help in improving the rideability and suits the character of a cruiser too. We aren’t completely sure about the pricing of this new Ducati but as the 2021 Ducati Diavel 1260 is priced in India from Rs 18.49 lakh onwards, we expect the newer XDiavel to price above this price point. 

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Special Edition Maruti Suzuki Wagon R launched at Rs 5.36 lakh in India

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Madhav Banka
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Special Edition Maruti Suzuki Wagon R launched at Rs 5.36 lakh in India. This new special edition is called the WagonR Xtra Edition and it adds a set of accessories to the VXi variant of the hatchback that is priced at Rs 5.13-6.06 lakh. With this new additional kit, it takes up the price by another Rs 23,000 on the special edition.

Also read, Tata Motors partners with Sundaram Finance to provide offers on passenger vehicles

As for the Car itself, first of the powertrain it gets a VXi trim that includes the 68hp, 1.0-litre and 83hp, 1.2-litre petrol mills. Both engines are mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT automatic gearbox.  

Furthermore, it comes with standard features like split-folding rear seats, tilt-adjustable steering, remote locking, 2-DIN infotainment system and power adjustable wing mirrors. Maruti is also giving some attention on the safety front as it gets ABS, EBD, rear parking sensors, speed alert system, seatbelt reminder and a driver airbag.

There are a whole bunch of new accessories this time and additions like front and rear bumper protectors, side skirts, wheel arch cladding, body side mouldings and chrome garnish for the front grille, back door and number plate. 

There is an interior styling kit, along with an air inflator, trunk organizer and car charge extender. The brand has confirmed that they would be available with the Special Editon, but if one buys it separately, it may end up costing almost Rs 10 thousand more.

Well with that said, do let us know your opinions on this post Special Edition Maruti Suzuki Wagon R launched at Rs 5.36 lakh in India by dropping a comment down below. 

Tata Motors partners with Sundaram Finance to provide offers on passenger vehicles

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Madhav Banka
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Tata Motors partners with Sundaram Finance to provide offers on passenger vehicles. As part of this partnership with Tata Motors, Sundaram Finance will provide six-year loans on the new Forever range of cars and UVs with 100% financing that will require for minimal down payment. The partnership has also on offer a special financing ‘Kisan Car Scheme’ with extended and convenient repayment options for the farmers. Tata says that farmers can repay the loan in installments once every 6 months coinciding with their harvest. 

Also read, Ola Electric scooter to launch on August 15 in India

Commenting on the roll out of these finance schemes offers Mr. Rajan Amba, Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Customer Care, Passenger Vehicles Business Unit said, “We, at Tata Motors, have always been committed to supporting our customers at all times. The recent Covid-19 upsurge has impacted everyone and to help our passenger car family in these challenging moments, we are delighted to be partnering with Sundaram Finance to roll out special finance schemes. This is in alignment with our constant effort to fast track the availability of safe personal mobility solutions to individuals and families at pocket friendly rates. We hope that these offers will boost customer morale and make the process of purchasing a car more convenient.” 

Also, in addition to the above, Tata Motors also recently announced that it has put in place a comprehensive ‘Business Agility Plan’ to protect and serve the interests of its customers, dealers, and suppliers for the well-being of its business and supporting ecosystem. Customers can also enquire, request a test drive, make bookings, and select their preferred financing option via ‘Click to Drive’, Tata Motors’ end-to-end online platform. 

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Ola Electric scooter to launch on August 15 in India

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Madhav Banka
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Ola Electric scooter to launch on August 15 in India. The company is expected to reveal the price along with the features and specifications list too. Although there have been a lot of leaks about this Scooter and even the company has made a pre booking, they have not revealed the current bookings number. But they do claim that it has surpassed the 1 lakh units booking milestone within the first 24 hours.

Also read, New Morgan Plus Four CX-T rally-ready sports car revealed

As for what we know about the Scooter so far, there seems to be one image that seems to have revealed about the display the scooter would have. If we take a look at that image, then it seems like the Ola Electric Scooter will have the highest range in India when compared to the other scooters that would be rivalling it.

Furthermore, the booking process of Ola Electric’s upcoming electric scooter also revealed that it will be delivered to buyers’ homes across India. This is pretty interesting, as unlike most of the other brands that try to find dealers, Ola would be delivering the Scooters themselves.

We have also covered that according to multiple sources, the Ola Electric Scooter would be available in 10 colours, including bright and dark shades. It would feature a smart display with bluetooth connectivity that will allow users to pair their smartphones with the scooter.

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New Morgan Plus Four CX-T rally-ready sports car revealed

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Madhav Banka
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New Morgan Plus Four CX-T rally-ready sports car revealed. Morgan says that this new vehicle comes with capability not yet witnessed on a Morgan sports car, it opens up the possibility of routes, landscapes and destinations inaccessible by Morgan cars until now.

Also read, BMW launches a limited edition 7-series priced at Rs 1.43 crore

Jonathan Wells, Head of Design, Morgan Motor Company, said: “The Morgan design team has been conceptualising modern day trialling vehicles for many years. Around 18 months ago, our investors and CEO, Steve Morris, were in the studio and remarked how incredible it would be to bring one of these drawings to life. The project was unrestrained and born entirely from a desire to create an exciting British adventure vehicle. The CX-T, like many recent Morgan vehicles, demonstrates the flexibility of the Morgan design. For me, it’s a complete package: historical integrity, legitimate capability, and a brand-new adventure-lead aesthetic.”

As for the car itself, the exterior of the Plus Four CX-T is designed to maximise luggage and equipment carrying capacity, and provide the occupant protection necessary for extreme environments. Simultaneously, Morgan has ensured that its visual design reflects this capability and purposefulness.

There is a five-piece underbody protection system – comprising an engine guard, rear chassis guard, mid-section shield and rear undertray. The maker says that it helps to protect the chassis and important components from damage when driving in extreme conditions. The car is also fitted with a full bespoke exhaust system with rear side-exit that improves the departure angle and contributes to 230mm of ground clearance.

The brand has shared a lot of details about the suspension system too. They say that it has been designed to be expedition ready: tough and fit for purpose. Durability, and a drive-over obstacle clearance of 230mm, has been achieved using modified Plus Six wishbones. The wheel arch apertures have also been modified, allowing the suspension to compress deep into the wheel well, providing maximum traction and stability.

Moving on to the inside the cabin of the Plus Four CX-T features have been added to improve occupant comfort and usability in remote environments. A RAM mount track is built into to the dashboard to allow the secure fixing of a variety of devices such as phones or cameras. A flexible map light, pencil and notebook holder have also been integrated, all designed to withstand operation in harsh driving environments.

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Skoda announces a design contest for its new car that would be globally unveiled in India this year

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Madhav Banka
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Skoda announces a design contest for its new car that would be globally unveiled in India this year. The brand says that this design contest is for budding Indian designers. They are being called upon to take part and design a camouflage for its upcoming mid-size premium sedan. Entries to the contest will be open till 18th August 2021 and the top five entries shortlisted by the jury will be announced on 23rd August 2021. One final winner will be announced from among the top five shortlists.

Also read, BMW launches a limited edition 7-series priced at Rs 1.43 crore

Speaking about the contest, Zac Hollis, Brand Director – ŠKODA AUTO India, said, “India has some great design talent. We are really excited about recognising that through this unique contest for our upcoming mid-size premium sedan. We look forward to engaging with passionate Indian minds and this is a great opportunity for imaginative expression. We have already launched the first mid-size SUV, ŠKODA KUSHAQ, which is a testament to our commitment to the Indian market. KUSHAQ was designed in close collaboration between our teams in the headquarters and India, and the upcoming mid-size premium sedan follows this practice. The camouflage contest is a great way to kick-off activities for the second global reveal planned by us this year.”

Furthermore, the contest will be judged by Mr. Gurpratap Boparai, Managing Director – SAVWIPL, Mr. Zac Hollis, Brand Director – ŠKODA AUTO India and Mr. Oliver Stefani, Head of Design – ŠKODA AUTO and the evaluation process is said to be spanning across various criteria, which adapt to the new creative and technical requirements. There are different points that would be noted that include innovation, aesthetics, functionality, ergonomics, durability, impact, utility, reality of production and the emotional quotient too.

Skoda has shared that participation would be open to any individual above 18 years of age, and one can participate in the contest by registering and submitting their design online on www.camowithskoda.com

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BMW launches a limited edition 7-series priced at Rs 1.43 crore

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Madhav Banka
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BMW launches a limited edition 7-series priced at Rs 1.43 crore. BMW has confirmed that this new limited-edition BMW Individual 740Li M Sport Edition would be the first car to be produced in India. It would also offer the Individual experience to all the customers.

Also read, Tata Motors launches the all-new Tiago NRG starting from Rs 6.57 lakh

The Powertrain is said to be identical to the current 740Li M Sport model with power coming from the same 340hp, turbocharged straight six engines, that is also found in the impressive BMW 340i M Sport

For the interior, customers have the choice of different embroidery options on the Alcantara headrests and backrest cushions. The headliner will have different options that would include Ivory White and Canberra Beige. Also, the seats are said to be upholstered in an exclusive Nappa leather and it would get a new ‘fine-wood trim’ with wooden inlays in the roof handles clasp, rear seat belt clasps and rear-centre armrest cup holder.

The maker says that this new limited-edition can only be ordered online and offers customers the choice of selecting two different colour options exclusive to the Individual program. There is also a choice of two 20-inch wheel designs.

While it has been confirmed to be available as a limited edition, but hasn’t specified how many units will be available. The car demands a premium of about Rs 2.5 lakh over the model it is based on. If we look at the rivals, there is the recently launched Mercedes S-Class and the Audi A8 L in the Indian market.

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Tata Motors launches the all-new Tiago NRG starting from Rs 6.57 lakh

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Madhav Banka
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Tata Motors launches the all-new Tiago NRG starting from Rs 6.57 lakh. It would be positioned as the ‘Urban Toughroader’, the Tiago NRG is not only enhanced aesthetically with an SUV inspired design giving it a muscular look but is also tuned further with a higher ground clearance to give a tough road performance for the go getters. The car is offered with 4-star safety rating by GNCAP, this vehicle will be launched in 4 colours, Foresta Green, Fire Red, Snow White, Cloudy Grey, and will be available in showrooms from today at a starting price of INR.6,57,400.

Also read, Tata Motors increases passenger vehicle prices and offers price protection

Commenting on this Mr. Rajan Amba, Vice-President, Sales, Marketing & Customer Care, PVBU, Tata Motors said, “We are excited to bring to you this awesome version of our much-loved hatchback, the Tata Tiago. Truly energetic just like its name, the NRG fits well with the growing trend of bringing to market more SUV like vehicles. It is not only strong on the exterior but is feature-loaded & stylish in the interior, and is an absolute pleasure to drive with enhanced abilities to take over rough terrains.  Crowning the Tiago range, the NRG will continue to help us increase our brand presence. We are confident that our customers will appreciate the new Tiago NRG as much as its predecessor.”

On the inside, the dashboard and the seats are finished in an all-black shade, with contrasting trim elements around the AC vents and gear lever spicing things up. It is based on the top-spec trim, the Tiago NRG comes loaded with all the bells and whistles the Tiago offers. That includes a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, Harman sound system, steering-mounted controls, power windows, power folding wing mirrors, and height adjustable driver’s seat. Safety kit includes dual airbags, ABS, day-night rear-view mirror and rear parking sensors.

As for the powertrain, the engine can produce 86bhp and 113Nm, from a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine. It is available with both the 5-speed manual and AMT gearbox options.

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Tata Motors increases passenger vehicle prices and offers price protection

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Madhav Banka
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Tata Motors increases passenger vehicle prices and offers price protection. The brand has announced that effective 3rd August, it will increase the prices of its passenger vehicles, on an average of 0.8%, depending on the variant and model.

Also read, Limited Edition Bentley Flying Spur revealed

The company is also said to offer protection from the price increase to vehicles that will be retailed on or before 31st August’21. For the wellbeing of its business and supporting ecosystem, Tata Motors had recently announced that it has set in motion a comprehensive ‘Business Agility Plan’ to protect and serve the interests of its customers, dealers, and suppliers.

One thing to note is that the price protection is applicable only on vehicles retailed/ billed on or before 31st August 2021.

Furthermore, the brand had noted that it is looking to increase the prices of its entire range of passenger vehicles to offset the steep rise in procurement cost of essential materials like steel and precious metals. The financial impact of the increase in commodity prices is in the range of 8-8.5 percent on the company’s revenues in the past year. Prices of precious metals like rhodium and palladium have gone up significantly over the last year.

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