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    Now is the right time to introduce N Line in the Indian market: Tarun Garg

    Tarun Garg, Director, Sales & Marketing, Hyundai Motor India on their expectations from the newly launched N Line.

    TOS: The N Line is already present in the US and Europe, why did Hyundai take so long to get the N Line to India? TG: That’s a pertinent question. You’ll see that in the last two years we have already launched 10 products. We have a very strong belief that the Indian market will…

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    RACHNA TYAGI
    25
    Aug
    2021
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    Semiconductor shortage continues to plague Motown; PV makers soldier on

    Passenger vehicle (PV) makers in India are faced with a double whammy as semiconductor shortage continues to play spoilsport vis-a-vis production while OEM’s try their best to meet the rising pent-up demand.

    There is already a long waiting period on a significant number of new car bookings across brands, running into four-eight months, and the situation is expected to shadow over the festive season as well.   “The demand for semiconductors has gone up significantly across the world. Especially, there has been a substantial increase in demand from…

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    SHWETA BHANOT MEHROTRA
    19
    Aug
    2021
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    Ain’t no mountain high enough

    Jeep has introduced the new 2021 Wrangler in India, which now is almost INR 11 lakh cheaper than before.

    Jeep has introduced the new 2021 Wrangler in India, which now is almost INR 11 lakh cheaper than before. The new Wrangler is brought to India via the CKD (Completely  Knocked Down) route and is produced at the Ranjangaon plant in Maharashtra. This has led to the massive price drop of INR 53.90 lakhs (Ex-showroom). The…

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    TEAM TOS
    02
    Aug
    2021
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    Awesome Twosome

    Are you and your BFF planning on buying compact SUVs that have similar specs yet offer different features to display your unique personalities? Look no further. The Nissan Magnite and the Renault Kiger may just be the vehicles that you’re looking for.

    Nissan and Renault have both launched B-SUVs in India, the Magnite and the Kiger respectively. While Nissan has priced the Magnite from INR 5.59 lakh (prices ex-showroom), Renault has priced the Kiger from INR 5.45 lakh onwards. Both the compact SUVs are similar in several aspects, except for the different styling cues. Unlike the Toyota Glanza…

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    TEAM TOS
    01
    Aug
    2021
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    MINI is MEGA!

    The MINI 3-Door Hatch, the MINI Convertible and the MINI John Cooper Works Hatch are all about indulging in fine British luxury.

    Ready for some MINI surprises straight from the UK? MINI recently launched their triplets in India – the MINI 3-Door Hatch, the MINI Convertible and the MINI John Cooper Works Hatch. These quirky and fast hatchbacks will be imported into our country via the CBU (Completely Built-Up Unit) route. MINI Coopers are always known for…

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    TEAM TOS
    23
    Jul
    2021
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    ‘S’uperlative Class

    In the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class timeless luxury meets modern tech.

    Since its inception, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, has been at the top of the pecking order. Synonymous with fine taste, the S-Class has always occupied pride of place as “The Luxury Sedan” in eminent celeb garages. Little surprise then that since 1951, Mercedes-Benz has sold over 4 million units of the S-Class worldwide. From the Model 220,…

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    TEAM TOS
    23
    Jul
    2021
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    Hi-5-Series

    BMW 5-Series is now offering three models with three different engines. What’s your pick?

    BMW has launched the new 5-Series in India with two diesel options and one petrol option respectively. There aren’t any radical changes on the new 5-Series considering this is just a face lift. However, BMW has revised the kidney-grilles on the 5-Series, making the front fascia look more aggressive. Flanking the kidney grilles are newer…

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    TEAM TOS
    21
    Jul
    2021
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    Tech Torque

    BMW’s X1 20i Tech Edition which will be ‘Made in India’ is a tempting proposition.

    BMW has launched the latest update for the X1, christened the X1 20i Tech Edition. Priced at INR 43 lakhs (Ex-showroom), the limited edition of the X1 should sell well. The X1 will be ‘Made in India’ at BMW’s plant in Chennai. BMW has also offered the option to book the X1 20i Tech Edition…

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    TEAM TOS
    20
    Jul
    2021
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    Spectator Sportage

    Going by what we’ve seen from afar, Kia’s 5th gen Sportage which is based on their new N3 architecture, has a lot going for it. Will it make it to India? That is the question.

    Kia recently revealed the all-new Sportage which currently sits in its 5th generation guise. On this 5th-gen Sportage, which is based on a new platform, and has a more driver-centric design, Kia, has made numerous changes in order to further elevate the brand and take it to a whole new level. It sure seems like…

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    TEAM TOS
    20
    Jul
    2021
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    Power Couple

    Can the two new Mercedes AMG high-performance sedans that have just arrived in the luxury car market, spoil you rotten? We think so.

    The Germans are back at it again and have come up with two all-new AMG sedans in India. The high-performance sedans, the AMG E 53 4MATIC+ and the E 63 S 4MATIC+, are based on the best-selling E-Class sedan in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. With the two new AMGs on the block, Mercedes-Benz has now extended…

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    TEAM TOS
    19
    Jul
    2021