| The Avanza was co-developed by Toyota and Daihatsu and has met with success in the Indonesian market already. Indonesia, by the way, is a global production base for the Avanza. |
| For the moment, the Avanza is powered by a 1300cc petrol engine and comes with both automatic and manual transmission options. It looks like a good replacement for the diehard Qualis, don't you think? So how soon do we see it in India, Toyota? And we prefer diesel, thank you. |
| Cover up |
| DuPont's miracle non-woven fabric, Tyvek, is now ready to protect your car. DuPont India have launched their automobile protector range comprising car and bike covers and sunshades made of Tyvek. Tyvek offers many benefits vis-à-vis conventional car covers/shades. |
| The fabric is breathable for moisture evaporation, UV resistant for protection against discoloration and fading and radiant-barrier to keep cabin temperature cool even when parked in the sun. |
| Besides, it is liquid resistant, washable and lightweight too. These Tyvek covers and sunshades are offered in white, grey and yellow, which DuPont says are the most ideal hues to aid efficacy. |
| The car covers are priced between Rs 1,999 and 3,399, and between Rs 100 to Rs 250 for the sunshades. The products will be available at select auto accessory outlets and at authorised automobile showrooms too, as DuPont India is in talks with car manufacturers to make them available as genuine accessories. |
| Re-Focus |
| At the ongoing Auto China 2004 show in Beijing, Ford unveiled a 'concept teaser' version of a replacement for the Focus. The new Focus, shown in three-box guise, is quite neat and taut to look at and shows off its European heritage "� thus consigning Ford's New Edge design to history. |
| The Blue Oval is kicked about the new LED headlamps and taillamps which are not only effective but good-looking too. The concept sits on 19" wheels housed in prominent wheel arches. No powertrain details are forthcoming yet, but trust us to let you know. |
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