Blackberry launches new Curve in India

NEW DELHI: Research In Motion (RIM) on Tuesday launched the next-generation BlackBerry Curve smartphone in India.

Curve 9360, sporting the QWERTY keyboard for which BlackBerry phones are well-known, runs on BlackBerry 7 operating software. It has a 2.4 inch screen with a resolution of 480 x 360 pixels. However, unlike Bold 9900, the phone's screen doesn't support touch input.

The company hopes that the revamped OS, which features a faster browser and better graphics, will help it take on iPhone and Android devices. RIM said that the new Curve will be available in the market at a price of Rs 19,990.

Curve 9360 comes with an optical trackpad, a 5MP camera and support for up to 32GB micro SD card. The phone also supports NFC (near field communication) technology though currently there is lack of accessories and services that can make use of it.

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Why buy hybrid cars

Saving the environment may be ONE of their motives, but hybrid buyers surely want to make a statement.

Since Hybrid is not so big in India, a hybrid car owner surely gets a second look. 

Rising fuel prices

The fuel prices in India is surely going high and people are surely looking out at other options.

Tax credits

With the Indian government recently announcing that they plan to go soft on the hybrid cars and plans to cut import duties on these vehicles, it might be one of the reason people would in the near future opt for green vehicles.


Hybrids are better for the environment

Cars, trucks and other mobile sources are responsible for almost half of the total air pollution and these hybrids vehicles can surely help to curb the ever increasing pollution level.

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New variant of Jetta in 2nd half of 2011

Introduced in 2008, the company sold around 2,500 units of Jetta in 2010

German auto major Volkswagen would introduce a new variant of its luxury sedan 'Jetta' in the second half of this year, a top company official said today. Introduced in 2008, the company sold around 2,500 units of Jetta in 2010.

Asked if they would replace the existing Jetta, Volkswagen Passenger cars Director and Board member Neeraj Garg told reporters here: "We will finish the existing ones (sales) and get in the new one in the second half of this calendar year." He said they would study the market on the new 'Blue Motion Technology before launching the other models based on it.

Volkswagen recently launched their premium luxury sedan 'Passat' equipped with Blue Motion technology. Garg said blue motion technology offers various features like 'Attention Assist' that detects driver fatigue and emits a warning signal, recommending a break from driving. Garg said they had received bookings for 100 units of Passat from across the country in the last two days alone.

"We will have to see the effectiveness of the Blue Motion Technology on how they (customers) like it.. Then we will try to make it in other models also," he said. He said they would begin delivery of Passat models later this month.

Garg was here to unveil their 71st store in the country "Volkswagen Mount Road". Volkswagen has appointed Chennai based Sundaram Motors as its dealer. This year,they also plan to add two more dealerships in Tamil Nadu, taking the total to eight. On the occasion Garg also introduced the Passat in Tamil Nadu, costing Rs 20.80 lakh (Ex-showroom Chennai). 

Cashing in on the IPL season, Garg unveiled the IPL variant of mid-size sedan Vento with 1.6 litre petrol engine. The vehicle would have plush leatherette, IPL decals, specially crafted doorsill garnish with an IPL Logo and cricket kit as a gift for buyers.

In 2010-2011 fiscal Volkswagen sold 51,608 units. Currently, Volkswagen retails Passat, Jetta, Vento, hatchback Polo, premium SUV Touareg, Beetle in India.It sold 8,095 units in March 2011 as against 987 units sold in the same period of the previous year.
Source: zigwheels.com

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Red Bull Speed Street Event Delhi 2011

With the Formula One coming to India, Red Bull has organized their Speed Street Event where contestants can win Red Bull merchandise and tickets to the 2011 Indian Grand Prix

The stage is set. The countdown has begun. With just a little over a month to go for the first ever Formula One on Indian soil, the action in the country is getting bigger and better by the day.

Red Bull has organized an event, Red Bull Speed Street Event on first of October. By answering a simple question, contestants can win Red Bull merchandise and stand even Formula One Indian GP tickets to be held 30th October this year. Contestants would be taken behind the scenes of Red Bull Speed Street Delhi 2011 event.

Contestants have to click on the link below, answer the question and fill in their details for participating.

http://www.rbspeedstreet.zigwheels.com/

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New Hyundai EON : Exclusive Feature!

First instance of action in the cut throat low end entry level car segment is almost a revolution with Hyundai throwing style, substance, space, performance and fuel efficiency to take on the Alto league. Adil Jal Darukhanawala gets behind the wheel of the stunning Eon which he reckons is the modern day 21st century 800!

It is close to 14 years to the day when Hyundai opened its innings in India with a tall boy smallie to present not just its first car in the India market but also to present the first major challenge to Maruti Suzuki’s domination of the peoples’ car segment. Both Hyundai and Santro were unknown names in the Indian market but with some nifty marketing backed by sound engineering and design, the quirkily styled Santro helped establish the product and the brand in the minds of the Indian motorist.

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Barcelona Auto Car Show - Cars and Glamor

Bringing the hottest car show ever.. Share and comment with your views.

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Tata Pixel Zero Turn Drive Video - Awesome

The Tata Pixel concept that Tata Motors showcased at the 81st Geneva Motor Show is a revolutionary car considering its tiny proportions and extraordinary maneuvering capabilities. Check out this short clip of the Pixel showing off its zero turning radius, while presenting the cars wire free functionality options.

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Audi Q5 Business Edition to be launched in October 2011 in India

Armed with a two liter mill with Quattro, Audi Q5's will be available in showrooms across India from October this year priced at Rs. 35.13 lakhs ex-showroom Maharashtra as a CKD unit.

The German car manufacturer, Audi has announced the launch of its Audi Q5 Business Edition. The small SUV from Audi is powered by a 2.0 liter TDI motor pumping out 172 PS of power and 300 Nm of torque at 1750 rpm with a fuel efficiency of 12 kilometers to a liter. 17 inch alloys, xenon plus headlamps, daytime running lights, and an infotainment system with concert radio will run as standard equipment on the car. “The Audi Q5 2.0 TDI q is perfectly equipped to further strengthen our leadership position in the luxury SUV segment. As the Audi Q5 already has a broad fan base in India, this attractive price will now make this premium experience accessible to a wider customer base who aspire to own a luxury SUV endorsed by our ‘Vorsprung durch Technik’ philosophy.

The Audi Q5 2.0 TDI q powered by a dynamic and efficient engine is also equipped with best in-class interior and infotainment features,” said Michael Perschke, Head, Audi India.

In order to enhance the driving pleasure, a multi-function steering wheel, leather interiors with wood panels and rear parking aid would also be a part of the Audi Q5 Business Edition. “Audi India has experienced formidable growth, even surpassing annual sales of 3003 cars for 2010 in the first seven months of 2011. In July 2011, we sold 343 cars – a growth of 52 percent over the same period last year. Our focus is on strengthening our portfolio through the introduction of products like the Audi Q5 2.0 TDI q which are extremely relevant for India and also the expansion of our dealer network. With the opportunity that India presents, we are confident of achieving our retail sales target of 5000 cars by the end of 2011,” added Perschke.

The car would be available as a Complete Knock-Down unit for now.
Souce: zigwheels.com

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Ferrari & Maserati - Supercars in India - The fast and the elegant

Four of the most evocative car makers in the business have suddenly jumped into india with some of the hottest cars in the world on offer. We go absolutely hysterical!

 If you haven't heard the name Ferrari till date, you've really been living under a rock. From automotive enthusiasts to housewives, the name and image of the Prancing Horse evokes images of the ultimate in automotive performance and beauty. So much so that the fact that Ferrari will be selling its cars in India is almost a matter of pride of car lovers across the country.

Of course, Ferrari's reputation hasn't come into place overnight. It has been a long standing effort on the part of the Italian sports car maker to estabilish its brand for more than the last 60 years, competing, and winning multiple times, at the pinnacle of motorsport, Formula 1.

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