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Mahindra launches Verito Vibe. We drive the Force Gurkha

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Rachit Hirani Jaipur

Mahindra launched its new hatchback— the Verito Vibe this week and it is based on the Logan platform. The Verito Vibe gets a 1.5-litre diesel engine only and it is sub 4-metre notchback. The Mahindra Verito Vibe will be available in three trim levels. Please read our launch story, for more details . If you wish to read more on how does Verito Vibe do aainst its competition, please read here .

The Linea T-Jet will be launched on the 10th of June, as we had predicted. Another exclusive that was revealed was the launch of Tata Sumo Gold, Indigo eCS facelifts and even an upgrade to the existing Tata Nano. Mercedes-Benz will also launch the new E-Class facelift sometime in this month; we share another exclusive story. We also have a session of QnA with the Honda India’s big boss, and he speaks to us about the future of the company.

Mahindra launches the Verito Vibe

Mahindra Verito Vibe

Mahindra has launched the Verito Vibe, a new hatchback from the Utility Vehicle manufacturer. The Verito Vibe is based on the Logan platform, and is under 4-metres. This means it gets the excise duty cut not just in length, but even in engine as it ha a displacement of 1.5-litre diesel.

How does Mahindra Verito Vibe fare against the competition?

Mahindra Verito Vibe

The Mahindra Verito Vibe is the new hatchback from the utility vehicle manufacturer and is based on the Verito platform. The Vibe shares the space and styling of the Verito, hence space and comfort are one of its biggest USP. Mahindra is pitching the Vibe against the Maruti Suzuki Swift, however the Ford Figo is a direct competition to the Verito Vibe, when you consider pricing.

Tata to launch facelift of three products on 19th of June

Tata Sumo Gold

Tata Motors will launch the facelift version of the Sumo Gold, Indigo eCS and even the Nano. There will also be another variant that will be a fully kitted Tata Safari Storme, which will be for those who like to go off-roading.

 

Honda to Launch 5 New Cars, No Brio Diesel and New Civic: Hironori Kanayama

Hironori Kanayama

Team CarDekho recently visited Honda Cars India's Greater Noida Plant, where we got an opportunity to interview Mr. Hironori Kanayama, CEO, Honda Cars India. Mr. Kanayama became the CEO last year in April and in his one years regime, the company has found a new direction, whether it is improvement in sales, new car launches, or investments, Mr. Kanayama has managed all these things quite well. We asked him a few questions related to Honda's future plans, strategy and newly launched Amaze.

Ford Ecosport launch in the latter half of this month

Ford EcoSport

Ford had unveiled the Ecosport at the last Auto Expo. This year, the company had begun the marketing activity a few months ago and started displaying the compact SUV at most of the malls in metro cities. We recently drove the vehicle and shared our driving impressions about it.

First Datsun car introduction on July 15 in India- Officials

Nissan Datsun

Nissan has officially announced the launch of Datsun brand on July 15 at a function in the Kingdom of Dreams in Delhi. It is also expected that the Renault-Nissan Alliance president, Carlos Ghosn will participate in the function and unveil the car.

Nissan's version of Duster to be called 'Terrano'

Nissan Duster

CarDekho has been constantly updating you on the Nissan's version of Renault Duster, which will be the last product from Nissan-Renault cross badging. Now a latest report published on Autocar India's website claims that the cross-badged version of Duster, will be called Nissan Terrano. The Terrano will also cost about Rs 50,000-75,000 more than the Renault Duster.

EXCLUSIVE: Fiat Linea T-Jet launch on 10th of June

Fiat Linea

Fiat India will launch the T-Jet on 10th of this June. The Italian manufacturer from Turin has be sharing its plans for expansion in India by opening several dealerships and increasing the number of products in the coming years.

Mercedes-Benz to launch the E-Class facelift this month

Mercedes Benz E Class

Mercedes-Benz India has been on a launching spree, as the brand has launched the GL-Class and A-Class last month. This time around, the company will be introducing the B-Class diesel and also the E-Class facelift. We had mentioned about this in our previous story too. 

Force Gurkha off-road review

Force Gurkha

Do you remember the Force Gurkha that was introduced as a limited edition vehicle for the off-roading enthusiasts? Force Motors has once again introduced the same product in its private vehicle segment, for those who love off-roading. The “Gurkha” moniker was given after the Gurkha regiment that has conquered all terrains and won almost every battle. The regiment is also a symbol of not giving up, even in the most difficult situations.

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First Published: Jun 08 2013 | 12:54 PM IST

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