ASTAR NEW MODEL CAR

ASTAR NEW MODEL CAR

Overview - Very Cute & Stylish Small Hatchback

A-Star is to be made in 200 variants and will be exported to 150 countries across Europe, Middle east , Latin America, Asia, Australia, and Africa. A-star will be exported under the name of Suzuki Alto and Suzuki Celerio. Nissan also sells A-Star under the name Nissan Pixo in middle East and African markets. A-Star has replaced the present alto model in other countries. But in India Maruti is selling both the models side by side like they have done before with Wagon R and Estilo.

Design & Style Of Maruti A-Star

A-Star is heavily toned down as compared to the Concept A-Star which made its debut in London & was also shown at Auto Expo, 2008 in New Delhi. No doubt that the newcomer is criticised for its looks since it looks as if styling has been taken of the Kia Picanto/Morning, Hyundai i10 and Citroen C1. But Maruti A-Star looks very cute and stylish from most angles.

Styling of the Maruti A-star is typically European - the low slung grille, elliptical glasshouse, sweeping oversized headlamps and compact dimensions gives the car the necessary character. It has a good road presence. One of the most striking features of A-Star that capture attention is the highly contoured rear bumper which brings in the cool quotient to the premium A2 segment car.

For the compact body, Suzuki designer tailored a stylish, sporty and youthful look for A-Star that simultaneously exudes solidity and urban energy. It is perfectly matched to European tastes and supports a low drag coefficient. It has a bold design language with strong lines and large wheel arches. In the A-Star, A stands for Aerodynamics the car pierces the wind like a bullet. A-star slippery drag co-efficient stood at 0.30.

Interiors of Maruti A-Star

e interiors of A-Star feel a bit cramped in cows - thanks to butterfly/wing design as it looks from outside. Also rear legroom is less for 6' tall people. From driver's point of view A-Star is a very comfortable car, the instrument cluster is quite big and all meters are easy to read. It also gets dash mounted tachometer which is first of its kind in thissegment. The onlAs far as features are concerned the top model of A-Star comes fully loaded with smart dash mounted tachometer, digital trip meter, odometer, fuel gauge, clock, an integrated music system with AUX-in facility, Airbags, Anti Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD). All of these together offer an unmatched experience. Maruti A-Star features a floating cockpit design, sculpted aero-dashboard and wrap-around console add to the overall engaging sporty theme. The crimson illumination that is gentle to the eyes and has stress relieving properties, has been integrated soberly in the interiors.

Engine Of Maruti A-star

Maruti Suzuki has find somehow an engine delivering performance of a 4 cylinder motor and fuel efficiency of a 3 cylinder one. The fuel consumption of A-Star is 19.6 kmpl as tested by ARAI. The A-star is the first car from Maruti Suzuki to be fitted with the new KB Series engine. The K10B engine on the A-star is carefully designed to meet the current and forthcoming environment norms in India as well as in the advanced markets of the Western world. In India, the engine conforms to the present BS-III emission norms. The engine has undergone over 250,000 km of endurance testing and over 500 hours of engine calibration and 7,500 hours of engine validation on dynamometer.

Ride & Handling Of Maruti A-Star

rigidity and agility for passenger comfort.With a turning radius of 4.5 meters and a ground clearance of 170 mm, the A-star is suitable for all Indian conditions, including congested areas and potholed roads. The A-star boasts of a unique all-round gas damped suspension, making rides much more comfortable, and also reducing wear and tear resulting in a low maintenance cost.


Maruti A-Star has a front suspension frame for excellent handling. Front and rear suspensions have been fine-tuned for enhanced riding comfort with perfect handling on Indian road conditions. Ultra high-grade steel used in coil springs provides high cost.

Safety Features Available In Maruti A-Star

Safety features of the Maruti A-star includes Crushable structure energy dispersing frame and a high rigidity body combined with lightness, driver airbags and ABS. The A-star’s body reflects the Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) concept in the form of crushable structures that absorb impact energy and then disperse impact energy away from occupants in the event of a collision. If you ’re looking for a city car it’s certainly worthy of serious consideration indeed as the A-Star has enough stuff that could trump the Hyundai i10 as thesegment’s value choice.

Variants Available In Maruti A-star

Like the Swift, Maruti has launched A-Star in 3 variants - Lxi, Vxi & Zxi. The top model Zxi model is fully loaded with these features:

1) Power windows.

2) Power Steering.

3) Remote central locking.

4) Driver & Passenger Airbag.

5) Anti Lock Braking System (ABS).

6) Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD).

7) CD Player with 4 Speakers.

8) Dash-Mounted Tachometer.

9) Remote Boot & Remote Fuel Filler.

10) Rear Defogger with Rear Wiper/Washer.

11) Fog Lamps.


Price Of Maruti A-Star





LXi - 347000.00

VXi - 374000.00

ZXi - 412000.00

HONDA VERNA

HONDA VERNA





The Hyundai verna is a mid-size sedan alright. But then so is the Accent. What's the difference


The difference is pretty much the same difference as there is between the Skoda Octavia and the Skoda Laura. The Laura is the next version of the Octavia, and is priced much higher and is a newer, more sophisticated car. Same here. The Hyundai Verna is the next version of the Accent. But the Accent in all its different versions is selling reasonably well, and why would any company want to kill it off? (Don't pose that question to Toyota Kirloskar, though - they think different.)


How would it be priced? The price of the Hyundai Verna would be right between the Elantra and the current Accent. Hyundai's president BVR Subbu told Business Standard that the Verna would not just be an aspirational model and that the company would be guning for big volumes.

When will the Hyundai Verna be launched? So far, the news is that the Verna's launch will be in the third quarter of 2006. Do not be surprised if it gets delayed by another 3 -6 months, such things happen all the time.


We also hear that there will be a coupe version of the Hyundai Verna. If this is true, that will be a courageous decision indeed by Hyundai India. However, we are not sure is the Verna - pretty much a normal, everyday car - is exactly what can pull off a coupe success story in India. Who knows? We will keep you posted with more photos and news as they become available.



1. Front seat height adjustment ( my wife is
shorter and so is my driver) - Even
Both cars support Front seat height adjustment

2. ABS and/or Seatbags - Verna- slight edge
ABS/Seatbags - Verna has its brakes supplied by Mando Brakes and Cityby Brakes India and the former has a slight edge over the latter - especiallythe ones with the ABS ( BTW I didnt have the time to wait for the ABS whichdoesnt roll out till next month).



3. Backseat depth to support Carseat (preferrably in the middle) - Verna epsilon edge
Both cars have good space (incidentally the Verna is about a few centimeters larger than the City -both in the front and the back - width and depth - and YES I had them measured ;-) )

Good trunk space - Even

The City is larger at 500 compared to the Verna at 400 but the Verna has a 60/40 Split back seat in case I need to load something long - I really considered this a wash because sometimes you need to have big things stored and have folks in the car and sometimes you might like the fact that you can choose to bring home the long items in the trunk.

5. Performance - Verna
I test drove both cars and I had expected the Verna to underperform the City in the 20-60 range (based on some reviews on the web) and I was surprised that it was not at all the case and the City was nowhere close to the Verna both in the City and Highway




6. Mileage (Fuel efficiency)- City
The City can go 12-13kpl and the Verna around 10kpl and so the City has atleast a 2.5-3kpl lead

7. Looks/Design (/Envy factor ;-) ) - City slight Edge
My only consideration was that the car shouldnt be butt-ugly like the Nissan Morano or the Maruti Swift - as thought half the engineering design paper was torn off. The Honda is a familiar sight in the city and the straight H symbol as well. The Hyundai looks very different and pretty good in the Real Earth(the color I decided on finally) - My wife felt that it was a wash and if at all the Verna was better. I dont care if the design was bootlegged out of Munich or Tokyo - you can enjoy it all the same.

P.S. I hate the faux wood in the interiors of all the C-segment cars. It reminds me of the American cars in the 80s. Unfortunately I have to live with it because apparently it is a desired factor.





The main factors came down to Cost and Mileage - I had calculated my driving distance to be around 15000 to 20000 (max) a year and it worked to around 300 to 400 litres more for the Verna depending on the km driven. This translated to around 16K-21K a year or with fuel increases to Rs 65 - 19K-26K more per year.

Given a 4 year basis and positive differential ranges between 64K to 100K and a possible negative differential of -20K I decided to go with the Verna especially with it being the NKOTB and liking the feel of the car.





Partially affecting my decision was that I knew some of the Engineering folks involved in the Hyundai Verna and they gave me more details that helped make my decision.

HUMMER

  HUMMER

   The business viability of the Hummer brand was under review by GM management since 2008. The brand was not transferred to Motors Liquidation Company a part of the GM bankruptcy in 2009; instead, it was retained by GM in order to investigate selling the brand.

   Hummer was a brand of trucks and SUVs marketed since 1992 by AM General when it began selling a civilian version of the M998 Humvee

     In 1998 General Motors purchased the brand name and marketed three vehicles: the original Hummer H1, based on the Humvee, and the Hummer H2 and the Hummer Platforms. models that were based on other, smaller civilian-market GM 

    Chinese automaker Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Company announced in 2009 that it would acquire the Hummer brand, pending government approvals. However, the Chinese industrial equipment maker withdrew its bid after failing to win approval from Chinese regulators. According to Reuters, the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China rejected the deal on February 24, 2010,but a spokesperson for ministry denies that it rejected the application that has been stalled for eight months.

At the end of February 2010, General Motors announced it would begin dismantling the Hummer brand. Two days later, the automaker announced it had been approached with new offers for the brand after the deal with Sichuan Tengzhong could not be completed

In 1998 General Motors purchased the brand name and marketed three vehicles: the original Hummer H1, based on the Humvee, and the Hummer H2 and the Hummer H3 models that were based on other, smaller civilian-market GM platforms.

The business viability of the Hummer brand was under review by GM management since 2008. The brand was not transferred to Motors Liquidation Company as part of the GM bankruptcy in 2009; instead, it was retained by GM in order to investigate selling the brand.

Chinese automaker Sichuan Tengzhong Heavy Industrial Machinery Company announced in 2009 that it would acquire the Hummer brand, pending government approvals. However, the Chinese industrial equipment maker withdrew its bid after failing to win approval from Chinese regulators.[1] According to Reuters, the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China rejected the deal on February 24, 2010,[2] but a spokesperson for ministry denies that it rejected the application that has been stalled for eight months.[3]

 

INTEL CORE I7

INTEL CORE I7

 INTEL CORE I7 

        Intel Core i7 is an Intel brand name for several families of desktop and laptop 64-bit x86-64 processors using the Nehalem, Westmere, and Sandy Bridge microarchitectures. The Core i7 brand is targeted at the business and high-end consumer markets for both desktop and laptop computers, and is distinguished from the Core i3 (entry-level consumer), Core i5 mainstream consumer) and Xeon (server) brands.

In each of the first three microarchitecture generations of the brand, Core i7 has family members using two distinct system-level architectures, and therefore two distinct sockets. In each generation, the highest-performing Core i7 processors use the same socket and QPI-based architecture as the low-end Xeon processors of that generation, while lower-performing Core i7 processors use the same socket and PCIe/DMI/FDI architecture as the Core i5.

"Core i7" is a successor to the Intel Core 2 brand.[1][2][3][4] The Core i7 identifier was first applied to the initial family of processors[5][6] codenamed Bloomfield introduced in 2008. In 2009 the name was applied to Lynnfield and Clarksfield models.[7] Prior to 2010, all models were quad-core processors. In 2010, the name was applied to dual-core Arrandale models, and the Gulftown Core i7-980X Extreme processor which has six hyperthreaded cores. In January 2011, Intel released a line of Sandy Bridge based chips under the Core i7 brand.

Intel representatives stated that the moniker Core i7 is meant to help consumers decide which processor to purchase as the newer Nehalem-based products are released in the future.[8] The name continues the use of the Intel Core brand.[9] The first Core i7 was officially launched on November 17, 2008.[10]

CANCER DISEASES

 CANCER DISEASES

In India, there is no concept of health insurance. Patients, who can afford it, pay for treatment out of pocket. Those who cannot, die.
However, even a few dollars go a long way in an all volunteer organization . Our operating expenses are less than 10% which means more than 90% of your donation goes directly to people who need it. Consider this. A donation of
$5 will put another toy in our toy bank. $60 will put a child through school for 1 year. $100 will pay for 1 week of chemotherapy treatment for 1 child.$500 will fund the entire treatment of a cancer patient.

Sahayta has helped over a 1000 people in the past nine years. With your support we can help a lot more.

The mission of Sahayta , a non-profit organization based in India, is to provide holistic (financial, emotional and social) support to people afflicted with cancer. Sahayta means help and support in Hindi, and our intention is to instill confidence, hope and courage in the minds of patients and their family members. Our EMBLEM indicates our efforts to reach out wherever help is needed and light the light of life.

FIBER NUTRIENT FOODS

FIBER NUTRIENT  FOODS

Now whether you choose to track your body weight, your waist circumference or your body fat percentage - that is up to you. What is important is that you start keeping track of something. Tracking your progress is a simple exercise that reminds you of your goals and in the process creates a mechanism whereby you will make future positive choices throughout the day. Will all your future choices be the "right" ones (e.g. eating more fruits and vegetables or exercising)? Perhaps not at first, but over time, as you begin to replace poor eating habits with good ones, they will be.

Losing weight is a never-ending battle for some people, but if you really think about it, it’s a pretty simple process. The key is to eat foods that make you feel full instead of eating foods that make you feel hungry an hour or two later – pretty easy huh. Here are some simple tips to help you eat smarter.

Eat foods that make you feel full
Eat fiber rich foods
Avoid sugary snacks and high carbohydrate foods!

I make it sound simple, but of course it’s not that easy in reality. We’re all tempted by snacks filled with sugar and carbohydrates everyday at work and at home. That being said, it is possible to slowly start changing your eating habits so that you start working healthy foods into your diet little by little.
How Sugar-Filled Foods and High-Carb Foods are Related
It’s important to understand how sugar-filled treats – such as soda, cake, candy, and other vending machine “delights” – are all related to foods such as white bread, regular pastas, and rice. When we eat these sugar-filled, high-carb foods, our bodies turn it into sugar (glucose) which is then stored as the dreaded fat that we all work so hard to avoid.
Curb Your Appetite and Avoid Sugar and Carbs at the Same Time
It’s possible to make yourself feel more “full” at mealtime by introducing more protein into your diet with a steady diet of lean meats, such as chicken and fish, along with an occasional steak or two. Also important is to eat plenty of fiber-rich vegetables and whole wheat breads, pastas, and rice. Protein, fiber, and fat are digested slowly by your body and thus your body feels more full. Eating carbs, even if it’s a large quantity, makes you hungry within a couple of hours, whereas high-protein foods will leave you full and satisfied until your next meal.

TOYOTO HISTORY

 TOYOTO

History

 

              In 1994, Toyota executive Takeshi Uchiyamada was given the task of creating a new car that would be both fuel efficient and environmentally .After reviewing over 100 hybrid designs, the engineering team settled on a hybrid engine design based on a 1974 TRW patent, but many technical and engineering problems had to be solved within the three years that the team was given to bring the car to the Japanese market, a goal they barely achieved as the first Prius went on sale in December 1997. 

A main problem was the longevity of the battery, which needed to last between 7 and 10 years. The solution the engineers came up with was to keep the battery pack between 60% and 40% charged, proving to be the "sweet spot" for extending the battery life to roughly that of the other car components.

The car was a modest success in Japan and after gathering several years of test data from the Japanese early adopters, the company felt it was safe to put it on sale in the U.S and European markets in 2001. ச.ales were limited and customer waiting lists of up to 6 months were common during the first few years. In 2004, a complete redesign, increased production, and soaring fuel prices led to significant increases in sales.

Name
"Prius" is not a verb but a Latin singular form of the adjective whose corresponding masculine and feminine nominative singular forms are ப்ரயொர் (see also )with meanings "ahead, in front, leading; previous, earlier, preceding, prior; former; basic."

A Toyota spokesperson stated that "Toyota chose this name because the Prius vehicle is the predecessor of cars to come."

Some enthusiasts enjoy using "Prii" as the plural, which would be correct if "prius" were a regular Latin noun. The actual Latin plural of the adjective is "priora" (Reference is slightly in error here).

All of these forms are and there are several other forms for the other case. As for the plural of "Prius" in English, Toyota has said that it is simply "Prius" and also that owners are welcome to use whatever they like.

The first Prius, model NHW10, went on sale on December 10, 1997. It was available only in Japan, though it has been imported privately to the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. Many of these cars are now being exported as second-hand to New Zealand and other countries. The common battery failures and other mechanical problems are not supported outside Japan.

To handle the voltage between the battery and electric motor, the semiconductocore inverter unit was modeled on heavy-duty திருன்சிச்டோர்ஸ் உஸெட்ப்ய்தhe ஷிங்கன்சென் bullet train.

The first production model NHW10 Toyota Prius was rolled out of Toyota's Takoka factory in Toyota சிட்டி , Aichi near Nagoya on December 1997, followed by the start of two years of Japan-only sales.

2001–2003 (model NHW11)
NHW11 (First Generation)

Production
2000–2003
Assembl
Toyota City (Motomachi) , Japan
Class
Compact car
Body style(s)
4-door sedan
Engine(s)

 
Toyota Hybrid சிஸ் Gasoline: 1.5 L 13.0:1 கம்ப்றேச்சியோ 52 kW (70 hp) @ 4500 rpm110 N·m (82 lb·ft) @ 4200 rpmElectric: 273.6 வ motor33 kW (44 hp) @ 1040 rpm350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @ 0 rpmSULEV
Transmission(s)


1-speed planetary gear
Wheelbase
2,550 mm (100.4 in)
Length
4,308 mm (169.6 in)
Width
1,694 mm (66.7 in)
Height
1,463 mm (57.6 in)
Curb weight
1,254.2 kg (2,765 lb)



The 2001–2003 Prius for the United States market was powered by a 1.5 liter Atkinson cycle 4 ச்ய்ளிந்தர் gasoline engine, a permanent magnet AC electric motor, and a 274-volt nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery pack. The gasoline engine developed 70 hp (52 kW) and 82 ft·lbf (111 N·m) of torque. The electric motor generated a maximum of 44 hp (33 kW) and 258 ft·lbf (350 N·m) of torque.
The NHW11 Prius became more powerful partly to satisfy the higher speeds and longer distances that Americans drive.Air conditioning was standard equipment.

Interior.
The vehicle was the second mass-produced hybrid on the American market, after the two-seat Honda Insight. While the larger Prius could seat five, its battery pack restricted cargo space. The vehicle interior featured a dash-mounted shift lever, and a small touch screen with a hybrid powertrain display. This feature showed the vehicle operation regarding the interplay between gasoline engine, battery pack, and electric motors, and could also show a bar graph of fuel economy results.


2004–2009 (model NHW20)
NHW20 (Second Generation)




Production
2004–2009 (North America, Japan)2004–present (China, Europe)
Model year(s)
2004–2009
Assembly
Tsutsumi, Japan(Toyota City)Kariya, Aichiழப்,an (Fujimatsu)Chengdu, சிசோன், சீனா (Chinese domestic market only)
Class
Mid-size car
Body style(s)
Engine(s)
Toyota Hybrid System IIGasoline: 1.5 i57 kW (76 hp) @ 5000 rpm115 N·m (85 lb·ft) @ 4200 rpmElectric: 500 V50 kW (67 hp) @ 1200 rpm400 N·m (295 lb·ft) @ 0 rpmAT-PZEHybrid system net horsepower: 110 hp (82 kW)


Transmission(s)
1-speed planetary gear
Wheelbase
2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length
4,450 mm (175.2 in)
Width
1,725 mm (67.9 in)
Height
1,490 mm (58.7 in)
Curb weight
1,317 kg (2,900 lb)



In 2004, the Prius was completely redesigned as a mid-size liftback, sized between the Corollaand the Camry, with redistributed mechanical and interior space significantly increasing rear-seat legroom and luggage room. 


The 2004 Prius is even more environmentally-friendly than the 2001 model (according to the EPA), and is 6 inches (150 mm) longer than the previous version.Its more aerodynamic Kammback body balances length and wind resistance resulting in a drag coefficient ( Cd) of 0.26. The development effort, led by chief engineer Shigeyuki ஹோரி, led to 530 patents for the வேஹிச்லே





Crash testing results
NHTSA (United States) crash testing of the 2004 US model year Prius yielded a five-star driver and four-star passenger rating in the frontal-collision test (out of five stars). Side crash results were four out of five stars for both front and rear seats. The car scored four out of five stars in rollover testing.
ஈஹ்ஸ் crash tests score the Prius "Good" overall in frontal collisions and "Good" overall in side-impact collisions in models equipped with side airbags. A "Poor" score is given to models without side airbags Side curtain and torso ஐர்பக்ஸ். became standard on 2007 American models.




In 2004, EuroNCAP tested the Prius. It earned the following ரடிங்க்ஸ்

Brake fix and radar ச்றிசே

On February 9, 2010, Toyota announced a voluntary global recall of third generation 2010 Prius models manufactured from the current model's introduction through late January.

Affected models, including 133,000 Prius vehicles in the U.S. and 52,000 in Europe, are to receive an anti-lock brake software updateto fix brake response over rough roads,following reports of delayed braking response on certain surface conditions.

Apple co-founder and Prius collector Steve Wozniak was also quoted by media outlets regarding a possible cruise control on one of his several Priuses, where the steps for "upping the speed" using the Dynamic Radar Cruise Control system allegedly caused unintended acceleration. 

Wozniak later maintained that he was misquoted, but did have an individual vehicle and customer service issue while auto journalists and other Prius drivers suggested user error. 


On March 8, 2010, a publicized incidentof alleged Prius acceleration in San Diego was later suspected to be a hoaxor not repeatable

OCTIVA CAR

OCTIVA CAR

A blend of elegance with practicality and quality - that are the characteristic elements of the Octavia design. Whether you look at the vehicle as whole or individual details, the Octavia makes an impression of spaciousness and reliability.

The alloy wheels and the sport bumper give the car a dynamic look, making it appear modern and sporty. Its chrome plated front grille frame adds to the over all stylishness of the car. The body shape has been designed with the aim of reducing the air resistance coefficient; as a result the fuel consumption is reduced and you get better mileage.

The alloy wheels and the sport bumper give the car a dynamic look, making it appear modern and sporty. Its chrome plated front grille frame adds to the over all stylishness of the car. The body shape has been designed with the aim of reducing the air resistance coefficient; as a result the fuel consumption is reduced and you get better mileage.

The journey continues. The Octavia does not lack self-confidence and no wonder. Thanks to the extraordinary practicality of the car, it has become popular with customers throughout the world. And, thanks to its timeless design, it is winning even more...

A blend of elegance with practicality and quality - that are the characteristic elements of the Octavia design. Whether you look at the vehicle as whole or individual details, the Octavia makes an impression of spaciousness and reliability.

EXTERIOR

Some things stand out, no matter what they are compared against. The hall mark of quality, the painstaking details, and the over all finish… all add to the total package. When you see the Octavia, you will note that the effort that has gone to make it an outstanding car is also reflected in the design of the exterior.

With cars, as with people, the first impression counts. Whether it is the original front mask with the Škoda logo, or the robust, but elegant line of the whole body to the attractively stepped rear of the liftback, it definitely stands apart.

INTERIORS

The focus, in the design of the interior of Octavia, is to merge sophistication with practicality, the two key characteristics of the model. This is further reflected in each of the design features.

Elegance and practicality are the cornerstones of the cabin interior and are manifested in features such as soft-touch dashboard, which makes it a pleasure to look and operate the car. The wooden finish décor on doors, dashboard, and centre console give the interiors an elite look and an exclusive charm. The beige and onyx leather upholstery adds to the looks and make the interiors chic.

A wonderful blend of clever details and practical assortment of equipments make Octavia an attractive car for businessmen and families with children.

The basic volume of 528 liters provides more than enough space for all that you would want to take with you on a road trip or a holiday.

Skoda Octavia

Skoda Octavia has made driving an enriching experience with the array of convenient, practical and comfortable features.


Skoda Octavia makes an impression both ways – exteriors and interiors.

The exterior of the car is very elegant with sleek body graphics merged with the chrome finished radiator grille in the front mask of the car.

The halogen headlight adds the glittering effect to the car.

The alloy wheels also make the look very robust and sporty.

The logo on the bonnet of the Skoda Octavia justifies the trust and faith in the company.

TOYOTA FORTUNER

TOYOTA FORTUNER

Technology :

Toyota is a world leader in the research and development of advanced automobile technology. Creating intelligent solutions for today's mobility challenges and taking responsibility for future generations. That's the mission that motivates Toyota.

 LAUNCHED TOYOTA FORUNER

Today on 24th August, Toyota has launched its most awaited SUV Toyota Fortuner in Indian market with only one diesel variant. Currently, Toyota has launched only one variant of Toyota Fortuner which is equipped with Toyota's most popular 3.0L diesel engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox and with 4WD (Four Wheel Drive). If the market response of Toyota

Innovation :

The quest for innovation is the foundation for Toyota's new technology concepts. Unconventional ideas need room for creativity and the technologies of the future need testing in real-life conditions. This is why Toyota develops concept cars such as p.o.d or FXS. Take a look at Toyota's most recent concept cars and get a first glimpse of the vehicles which may, one day, satisfy the needs of tomorrow's drivers.

Engines :

Engine technology is one of Toyota's greatest assets. Toyota's award-winning engine range reflects the high design and quality standards set by its engineers. Toyota engines are developed for performance and responsiveness with a big focus on reducing emissions and saving fuel. Today Toyota brings these benefits to customers with advanced variable valve technology (VVT-i) petrol engines, common-rail turbo diesels (D-4D), and with the unique Toyota Hybrid System (THS).

Safety:

Safety is a top priority for Toyota: Advanced steering, braking and traction control technologies help keep your Toyota on the road and out of trouble. In addition, every new Toyota model is carefully designed to maximise safety, using computer simulations and real-life crash tests. The body and chassis are built to absorb impact and provide maximum occupant protection, whilst SRS airbags in place in case of a collision. Hopefully you'll never see our safety features in action, but you’ll feel the confidence every time you sit behind the wheel.

In India, the Fortuner is certainly headed for a rollercoaster ride. This is not to mistaken for the car having low popularity. In fact, ever since it was introduced in the Indian auto market, bookings have been pouring in. So much so, that Toyota had to put a break on further bookings, so the company could first deliver to their existing customer list. The backlog stood at 6,000 in the country.
Obviously this was going to hurt the company, so only recently they restarted bookings with a pledge to clear the backlog. However, that happy run has ended as Toyota has stalled bookings within a month of having starting them again.
This Kirloskar Group JV kept bookings open for this SUV for the month of July this year after having suspended bookings in Jan. It appears the SUV has found fans in the additional 3,004 bookings made through July. As such, the company is yet again dealing with a backlog o over 6,000 vehicles.
Toyota hopes to clear their Fortuner backlog by the end of the year, and consequently resume bookings by January next year. Toyota had earlier expressed a desire to clear all backlogs by end o year. Production has been increased to over a 1000 vehicles each month. Initially this figure hovered at around 500 vehicles.

MARUTHI CERVO

Maruti CERVO

       

                            India’s largest car maker Maruti Suzuki is expected to launch its ultra low cost car Maruti Cervo by December 2010 to compete with Tata Nano and other upcoming ultra low cost cars from other car manufacturers like Bajaj.

 

                            India’s largest car maker Maruti Suzuki is expected to launch its ultra low cost car Maruti Cervo by December 2010 to compete with Tata Nano and other upcoming ultra low cost cars from other car manufacturers like Bajaj.
 
Maruti 800 revolutionized the small car industry in India when it was launched in 1984 and more than 25 lakh Maruti 800 cars sold so far. Now Maruti Alto replaced 800’s position –even though it is priced little high and with more features compared to 800, Alto is top selling models now.
But Tata Nano created a new segment where Maruti doesn’t have any product to match the price tag. Now Maruti is going to fill that space with Maruti Cervo which is going to be priced to suit this segment.

 
Maruti Suzuki has not officially disclosed the pricing and other details about Cervo but here is the expected features and pricing details.
Maruti Cervo Price : 1.5 to 2 Lakhs 

Maruti Cervo is another compact car which is all set to pass Alto and Wagon-R. Maruti is a leader for small car market but the launch of Tata Nano has heavily affected the sales of Maruti 800 in the cheapest category. Look wise, Maruti Cervo is even more attractive then TATA Nano. Maruti Cervo will be priced in the range of Rs 1.5 to 2 lacs and TATA Nano priced range is around 1.3 Lacs. It is a five door mini car that comes with 54bhp power in the front and 660cc patrol engine and 64Nm of torque. The engine of Maruti Cervo offers peppy performance with great fuel efficiency.

            The Maruti Cervo’s interior looks like new Maruti Swift. Maruti Cervo has comfortable front semi-bucket seats, sporty headlamps and fog lamps, Bluetooth capability and 4-speed auto gearbox K6A DOHC engine with VVT. Maruti Cervo will get huge success in India with their priced well with high profile.

Maruti Cervo will surely attract the younger generation with its nice features included sporty stylish look, elegant interiors and sleek external design. Maruti Cervo will definitely create a good impression in the Indian automobile market. We can say that, Maruti Cervo will be one of the fastest and most selling cars in the Indian auto market, after its launch.

       Maruti Cervo is a five door hatchback model design with 0.7L 660cc petrol engine with a maximum power of 60bhp and top torque of 64Nm. 

         Maruti Suzuki is expected to price this entry level hatchback very aggressively and with maximum features possible to meet the growing threat from other vendors in this segment