Mercedes-Benz to unveil GLA at Frankfurt, Elantra facelift images revealed

Mercedes-Benz hasn’t just displaced Audi as the Number 1 in sales in July, but the company on a global level is preparing to introduce the GLA at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The GLA will compete with the X1 and Q3 in India and should land on our shores sometime in 2014. On the other hand, we get the facelift images of the Elantra. This sedan from Hyundai has been doing well for Hyundai and the Korean manufacturer has been extremely aggressive with all its products, hence without any delay we could soon see the facelift version.

Mercedes-Benz GLA compact crossover revealed; More details emerged



Couple of days back, Mercedes-Benz teased the official sketch of the much awaited GLA compact crossover on its Facebook fan page, and now the first official images and details of the production version are officially out, ahead of its debut at September's Frankfurt Motor Show. Read more

Skoda announces two new Yeti models; Debut at Frankfurt



The Czech automaker, Skoda has announced the two variants of its compact SUV - the elegant and stylish Skoda Yeti for the urban usages, and an adventurous off-road Skoda Yeti. Both the models of Skoda Yeti feature a new front and rear, new alloy wheels, fresh interiors, advanced technological features and extended engine/gear combinations. Both models will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Read more

Luxury car market still on a rise, Mercedes-Benz leads the sales



Despite the slowing economy and shrinking car market, the luxury car market is on a rise. Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover and even Volvo have been growing this year as well. Mercedes-Benz has registered a growth of 22% in this fiscal year till July as the company sold about 4575 units, while JLR India has seen a growth of 68% in the last quarter. Volvo too has been witnessing a growth in its sales and Mr Tomas Ernberg had mentioned that the company has seen a growth of 50% in this year already. Read more

Fiat introduces Freedom Drive for its customers



Fiat has launched “Freedom Drive”  for customers in which they can drive away for three nights in a FIAT car to a location of their choice. This offer also includes attractive exchange package where in customers can avail benefits upto Rs 1 Lakh. Customers can also win assured gifts on booking the Linea and Punto. Read more

Hindustan Motors to launch Outlander diesel by early 2014



Japanese automaker Mitsubishi that discontinued all of its sedans in India a couple of months back due to their poor sales performance, is now focussing only on SUVs. Their current line-up consists of Pajero Sport and Montero, and soon we will see the relaunch of the company's flagship SUV Outlander, which was phased out last year. The reason behind the discontinuation of the Outlander was the unavailability of the diesel version, while most of its competitors were in diesel trim. Read more

Toyota Camry Hybrid Launching this month



The world leader in hybrid cars, Toyota Motors is now all set to launch the Camry hybrid in India by end of this month. Hybrid version of the flagship car Hybrid will be top-of-the line variant, which will be priced around Rs. 35 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The company is also planning to start the assembly of its hybrid cars in India to bring down their cost. Read more

Renault Launches Gang of Dusters Initiative



With an aim of providing an exciting, adrenaline-filled experience to Duster owners, Renault India today announced the launch of the Gang of Dusters initiative, which offers customers and their families a chance to enjoy adventurous long drives across the country with the Renault team. This exclusive program will kick start during the Independence Day weekend, with a flag off from Mumbai on August 15, 2013. Read more

Jaguar E-Type now on stamp as well



Arguably the most beautiful car in history, the Jaguar E-type’s stunning looks and 150mph performance are being celebrated appropriately on one of three new First Class postage stamps being launched today (Wednesday 14th August) by the Royal Mail. Read more

2014 Hyundai Elantra facelift revealed; launch by 2014



Few days back, Hyundai Motor teased the facelift version of its flagship sedan Elantra (aka Avante), and now the company has officially revealed the 2014 Elantra. Moreover, the firm has also launched the facelifted Elantra in the Korean auto market. The new Elantra comes with a refreshed design and improved product features. Read more

Mercedes-Benz to start local assembly of GL-Class this month



Mercedes-Benz India has recently launched the new GL-Class SUV in the Indian car market for Rs. 77.5 lakh. At the launch, the company also announced the local assembly for the vehicle later, but the vehicle initially came in the country via CBU (Completely Built Unit) route. Now, the German automaker is all set to start the CKD assembly of the GL350 CDI from 26th August, 2013, at the company's Chakan manufacturing Unit. Read more

BMW to get i3 and the 4 Series at the Frankfurt Motor Show



Frankfurt Motor Show is one of the biggest shows in Europe and especially in Germany, hence most of the German manufacturers showcase their new products at this event held at Messe Frankfurt. Read more

Power of Serenity



During the week, Monday to Friday, you get driven from the house to the office and back by a chauffer in your Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The bedlam of the outside world is dampened but still the phone calls are relentless, the paperwork is incessant and the stress is daunting. The weekend is something you really look forward to, but work doesn’t leave you alone on the weekends as well. There is always something or the other that comes up, you bump into a client or a colleague and a conversation of work starts a downward spiral of thoughts and anticipations of the coming week. Sometimes a thorough break is required that re-vitalizes the senses and gets you prepped for the weeks ahead. Read more