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Elantra has a long list of features and a peppy petrol engine

Elantra has a long list of features and a peppy petrol engine

Rediff.com3 May 2018

Launched back in 2016, the sixth generation Elantra has a lot going for it. The car has now entered the MotorBeam garage and here are our first impressions.

Toyota's hospitality biz makes India debut

Toyota's hospitality biz makes India debut

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

Toyota Enterprises, the non-automotive arm of Toyota Group, has entered into a joint venture with the Bangalore-based Hyagreev Hotels, which runs The Chancery Hotel in Bangalore. Toyota Enterprises operates a chain of hotels in Japan, and this is its first project away from home.

Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo in India now

Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo in India now

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

This Sporty initiative by Japanese carmaker will definitely steal the hearts of numerous 'racing' enthusiasts across the country.

Flex-engine motorcycles to hit Indian markets soon: Nitin Gadkari

Flex-engine motorcycles to hit Indian markets soon: Nitin Gadkari

Rediff.com28 Jan 2018

A flex-fuel or dual fuel vehicle is capable of operating on both petrol and ethanol

When few design nips and tucks make a car truly Amazing

When few design nips and tucks make a car truly Amazing

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

All the minor irritants can be overlooked when you can get automatic transmission, diesel fuel efficiency and a Honda badge, all for less than a million rupees, says Pavan Lall.

New petrol edition of Corolla Altis by Toyota

New petrol edition of Corolla Altis by Toyota

Rediff.com5 Jun 2012

The Corolla Altis Aero, powered by the existing J Grade 1.8 litre petrol engine, is Bharat Stage IV emission norms compliant, the company said.

Honda does have a winner in the new Accord Hybrid

Honda does have a winner in the new Accord Hybrid

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Indian automobile website MotorBeam drives this Honda to see if the Accord Hybrid is a winner

Sports Shorts: Anand out of contention in Norway

Sports Shorts: Anand out of contention in Norway

Rediff.com14 Jun 2019

Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday

Toyota to hike prices by up to 2%

Toyota to hike prices by up to 2%

Rediff.com30 May 2012

The company had earlier stated that for a fall of every rupee against dollar, it loses about Rs 90 crore (Rs 900 million) on a yearly basis.

Toyota to recall 1 mln vehicles

Toyota to recall 1 mln vehicles

Rediff.com30 Jan 2013

This is the third recall of the company to involve more than a million cars since 2009.

Father of Prius hybrid to become Toyota chairman

Father of Prius hybrid to become Toyota chairman

Rediff.com22 Jan 2013

Boardroom shuffle in Toyota may lead Takeshi Uchiyamada to become chirman, speculate executives.

Festive season fails to cheer passenger vehicle firms

Festive season fails to cheer passenger vehicle firms

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

Maruti Suzuki is the big exception, with double-digit surge in volume

Ball-tampering fall-out: Cricket Australia loses major sponsor

Ball-tampering fall-out: Cricket Australia loses major sponsor

Rediff.com29 Mar 2018

Though some sponsors of Australian cricketers have pulled individual sponsorship deals, the decision by Magellan suggests the financial impact of the episode will go to the core of a sport seen by many Australians as the embodiment of fairness.

What killed India's budding hybrid car market?

What killed India's budding hybrid car market?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The GST Council last year imposed a cess of 15 per cent on hybrid vehicles, in addition to the 28 per cent GST, leading to a total tax burden of 43 per cent against a previous tax rate of 28 per cent.

Finally, some good news for small car buyers!

Finally, some good news for small car buyers!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The models from Hyundai and Maruti, which might go on sale in October 2018 and February 2019, respectively, are set to revive a segment that had lost sheen to the compact SUV segment, lately

Sponsors put CA on notice as ball-tampering scandal engulfs a nation

Sponsors put CA on notice as ball-tampering scandal engulfs a nation

Rediff.com26 Mar 2018

The incident, which Australian captain Steve Smith said involved senior players hatching a plan to tamper with the ball during a game against rival South Africa, also threatens to upset current negotiations over broadcast rights.

Toyota makes $1 bn pact, recalls 7.43 mn vehicles

Toyota makes $1 bn pact, recalls 7.43 mn vehicles

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

In a statement on Wednesday, Toyota had said it would take a one-time, $1.1 billion pre-tax charge against earnings to 'cover the estimated costs of the economic loss settlement and possible resolution costs of civil litigation brought in California by the District Attorney of Orange County and an investigation by a multi-state group of Attorneys General stemming from previous recalls.'

McLaren's Alonso bullish about his 100th podium finish this season

McLaren's Alonso bullish about his 100th podium finish this season

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

'McLaren car is 100 percent ready'

As govt gets tough, almost every new car now sports airbags

As govt gets tough, almost every new car now sports airbags

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

The government has mandated that from October 2017, all new car models will have to be equipped with airbags to meet crash test norms.

Toyota to invest Rs 1,400 crore; assemble Camry in Bengaluru

Toyota to invest Rs 1,400 crore; assemble Camry in Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Speaking to reporters after flagging off Etios exports to South Africa for the first time, Sandeep Singh, deputy managing director (marketing), said so far the Camry had been imported.

The remorseful CEO

The remorseful CEO

Rediff.com29 May 2018

Today, apologies by CEOs of global corporations have become so common that you get case studies on the subject.

Maruti, M&M, Tata Motors post double digit growth in Feb

Maruti, M&M, Tata Motors post double digit growth in Feb

Rediff.com1 Mar 2018

In the two-wheeler segment, Bajaj Auto reported 31 per cent jump in total sales at 357,883 units in February against 273,513 units in the same month last year.

Toyota Kirloskar sales up 89 per cent in January

Toyota Kirloskar sales up 89 per cent in January

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

Car-maker Toyota Kirloskar Motor today reported an 89.34 per cent increase in sales to 17,395 units in January, driven by robust demand for its latest 'Etios' and 'Liva' models.

Audi ups the game in India with luxury electric vehicle plans

Audi ups the game in India with luxury electric vehicle plans

Rediff.com24 May 2018

German Car maker Audi plans to offer cars that can do 400 km on a single charge, says Ajay Modi.

New Ciaz: For those obsessed with fuel efficiency

New Ciaz: For those obsessed with fuel efficiency

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

Here's a car that is going to give its competitors a run for their money, says P Tharyan.

Car import case: Madras HC upholds 2-yr jail term for Sasikala's husband

Car import case: Madras HC upholds 2-yr jail term for Sasikala's husband

Rediff.com17 Nov 2017

Justice G Jayachandran said there is ample evidence placed before the court by the prosecution to show that these accused were involved in cheating the government by producing forged documents.

Why this may be the right time to buy your dream car

Why this may be the right time to buy your dream car

Rediff.com12 May 2018

Despite a rise in input costs, leading car-makers refrain from hiking their price.

Move over Innova Crysta, Mahindra Marazzo will soon be here!

Move over Innova Crysta, Mahindra Marazzo will soon be here!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2018

Marazzo, The Innova Crysta competitor

What is the biggest threat to India's e-vehicle dream?

What is the biggest threat to India's e-vehicle dream?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

E-vehicles may face pollution hurdle with hazardous batteries. One lithium-ion battery has a potential to poison the whole water aquifer of Delhi.

Toyota looks at more small cars for India

Toyota looks at more small cars for India

Rediff.com31 May 2012

Toyota is working on developing six subcompact cars as part of its global strategy to increase volumes in emerging markets over the next four years.

Salman's star burns bright even though he heads to jail for 5th time

Salman's star burns bright even though he heads to jail for 5th time

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Bollywood's 'bad boy' continues to be a fan favourite despite his many personal troubles.

Kodiaq, Skoda's 1st 7-seater SUV, hits Indian roads

Kodiaq, Skoda's 1st 7-seater SUV, hits Indian roads

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Skoda's new flagship offering will compete with the likes of Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour and Isuzu MU-X as well as Volkswagen Tigua.

Electric vehicles have grabbed the fancy of India states

Electric vehicles have grabbed the fancy of India states

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

Gujarat, Telangana to roll out policies to encourage manufacturing

Toyota to pump in Rs 1,650 cr to hike capacity

Toyota to pump in Rs 1,650 cr to hike capacity

Rediff.com27 Jul 2011

The company, which is present in India through a joint venture with the Kirloskar Group, will invest Rs 898 crore (Rs 8.98 billion) to expand the production capacity of the two plants by 2013.

Maruti's market share has zoomed past global trends

Maruti's market share has zoomed past global trends

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Maruti is now at a market share of 50.4%, up from 47.3% last year. In China, the world's biggest market, Volkswagen is the largest, with a share of 17%. In America, the second biggest, GM is leader with 18%. One exception is South Korea, where Hyundai has a market share in excess of 60%.

2019 Ford Endeavour: An SUV honestly worth buying

2019 Ford Endeavour: An SUV honestly worth buying

Rediff.com29 Mar 2019

At Rs 28.19 lakh - Rs 32.97 lakh (ex-showroom India) it delivers excellent value for its combination of road presence, gizmos, safety, off-road capability and driveability.

Toyota to miss India sales target by 10,000 units

Toyota to miss India sales target by 10,000 units

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

The company, which is present in India through a joint venture with the Kirloskar Group, said it expects to produce and sell 210,000 units next year.

Toyota's new Corolla Altis @ Rs 10.53 lakh

Toyota's new Corolla Altis @ Rs 10.53 lakh

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

The new Corolla Altis will come with a 1,798 cc engine.

So who is the Skoda Kodiaq for?

So who is the Skoda Kodiaq for?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Skoda's Kodiaq is the newest kid on the block and promises to give the aforesaid SUVs a run for their money. Will it? Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com finds out.

Indian parts to power Toyota, Honda cars

Indian parts to power Toyota, Honda cars

Rediff.com30 May 2011

Toyota Motor Corporation and Honda Motor Corporation plan to make India a hub for sourcing components of small cars.