The New Year will begin with launches from Mercedes-Benz and Honda. But the real blockbuster will be the Auto Expo in 2014. Though the Expo has been pushed to February but there are several major launches slated during that period. The Tata Nano diesel, the Scorpio facelift, the Koleos and even the Fluence facelift will happen during that period.
Not to forget there will be several new cars and concepts that will be showcased at the show. The Jaguar C-X17, the F-TYPE Coupe, the Discovery 2014, the Evoque 2014, Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class, the CLA-Class, the Audi A3, the Audi Q7, BMW X5, X4 and the list just goes on. We have done stories on what all can you expect at the Auto Expo and also other products in the coming year.
Tata Nano diesel to unveil at 2014 Indian Auto Expo
Tata Motors, India's leading carmaker will showcase the diesel version of the country's cheapest car Nano at the 2014 Indian Auto Expo. The Nano diesel has already been spotted several times during its test rounds on the Indian roads, and there would be no better platform than Auto Expo to present a new vehicle to buyers.
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This year has been brilliant for the automotive industry as it launched several new and exciting products. Though the overall growth of the industry wasn’t encouraging, but the manufacturers are optimistic and have a stronger plan for the coming year. This year we had several major product launches of which few have been a great success. We tell you the products that changed the market this year in the order of their launch in India.
Renault to launch Duster, Koleos and Fluence facelifts in India
While other carmakers are planning to launch several new cars, It seems like Renault India is in no mood to introduce any new model next year. However, the company will present the facelift Koleos SUV, Fluence sedan and Duster for the Indian car buyers.
2014 Indian Auto Expo to feature updated Renault Fluence
The 2014 Renault Fluence facelift has been spotted several times during its test round on the Indian roads. This facelift version of company's flagship sedan was also caught earlier in July, which clearly indicates that production has already kicked off and most probably, 2014 Indian Auto Expo would be the platform where it would be making its India debut. Renault's vision is clear that it would not launch any new vehicle in India, instead it would introduce the facelifts of its pre-existing vehicles such as Fluence, Duster and Koleos.
2014 Mahindra Scorpio facelift to be unveiled at 2014 Indian Auto Expo
It has been a while since, Mahindra has been testing the Scorpio facelift on the Indian roads. Speculations are on rife that the company will launch the vehicle by the end of the first quarter of 2014. If reports are to be believed, Mahindra will unveil the facelifted SUV at the 2014 Indian Auto Expo, which is said to be the best platform to introduce any vehicle. Earlier in the year, the leading SUV maker launched the limited edition of Scorpio in the country with added features.
Mercedes-Benz to launch the S-Class on 8th January, special launch edition
We all know for a fact that Mercedes-Benz will be introducing the new S-Class on 8th of January. But not many of us know that there will be a special launch edition too. This will be in fairly limited numbers. This will some special features like that will be available otherwise as an extra fitment.
Honda Accord phased out, new model to come in 2014-15
The Japanese carmaker, Honda which is planning to launch several new models in the country in the next couple of years, has discontinued their flagship sedan, the Accord. This is surely a bad news for the Accord lovers in India, but the poor demand for the vehicle forced Honda to take such a decision. However, it is speculated that the company will introduce the new generation Accord in the market by 2014-15.
Honda's line-up for the Detroit Motor Show 2014
Honda has chalked out its plans smoothly regarding the upcoming North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Honda has confirmed that it would showcase the all new 2015 Honda Fit aka Jazz and the newly named 2015 Acura TLX Prototype at the Detroit Motor Show which is scheduled to be taking place in January, 2014.
Hyundai India planning to explore luxury vehicle segment
Hyundai, after tasting immense success with Grand i10, is now planning to indulge itself in the plush and upscale market of luxury vehicles in India. Hyundai is thinking to launch its premium luxury vehicles the Equus, Genesis and Veloster in the Indian subcontinent. Furthermore, reports suggest that the Korean automaker could also set a separate sales network for these luxury vehicles.
Chevrolet announces Free Roadside Assist
General Motors India today launched 24x7 Free Roadside Assistance Program for customers who buy new Chevrolet vehicles from January 2014. The initiative has been specifically designed to enhance the ownership experience of our esteemed customers and provide round-the-clock hassle free support in case of an emergency anywhere in India.
Honda reveal its concepts to be showcased at Tokyo Auto Salon
The Japanese carmaker, Honda has announced its plans of introducing a range of concepts at the Tokyo Auto Salon. The company will unveil Vezel Modulo Concept, Vezel Mugen Concept, N-One Modulo Concept, N-Box + Element concept and the Fit Special Customize at the show.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Expert Review
Mercedes-Benz was the first car company, as Daimler-Benz had made the first automobile in the world in 1886. The German manufacturer was also the first one to introduce a luxury car, which was later christened as the S-Class. Now, the company will soon introduce the next year of the S-Class (V222). We get our hands on this new S-Class before its launch in January and tell you if this is the new World’s Best Car like the other previous generations of S-Class. After some extensive driving of the S-Class, we tell you if it is the next technologically advanced car.
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Fuel efficiency has been a very important factor ever since the oil shock of 1973 when the crude oil producing nations (OPEC) had proclaimed an embargo over oil production. This resulted in profound impact on world economy in general and automobile industry in particular. Later when issues concerning environment protection and pollution control took the much deserved centre-stage, the movement towards better fuel efficiency gained further traction. Tighter emission laws resulted in development and introduction of new technologies viz. electronically controlled fuel injection in gasoline engines and high pressure common rail direct injection in diesel engines. Fundamentally, these technological developments contributed towards better efficiency and lower emissions with the added benefit of higher specific power and torque. The equation - "better fuel efficiency = less emission+ higher power" holds true for modern automobiles.
Source : CarDekho - Tata Nano diesel to be showcased at Auto Expo, even a Scorpio facelift