Auto Sector

Aston Martin DBS Volante convertibile in Geneva

Aston Martin DBS Volante convertibile in Geneva Geneva  - British sports car manufacturer Aston Martin unveiled the DBS Volante convertible, based on the DBS Coupe that celebrated its market debut in 2008 with a 517 hp power package, in Geneva.

The open-top version has a folding cloth top that opens and closes in just 14 seconds and can be operated at a speed of up to 48 kilometres an hour.

New Bentley FlexFuel super sports car

New Bentley FlexFuel super sports carCrewe, England  - Bentley has revealed its Continental Supersports, describing it as the fastest Bentley ever built with 630 hp engine that propels it from zero to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, prior to the Geneva Motor Show.

According to Bentley, the concept began with an experiment to reduce weight by 110 kilogrammes and increase power for the Continental GT Speed using lightweight materials. In addition, the challenge was to use FlexFuel technology, using a mixture of petrol and ethanol, without compromising supercar performance.

BMW X3 special rescue vehicle

BMW X3 special rescue vehicleMunich  - BMW showcased in Geneva a special BMW X3 rescue

Nano to roll out of Gujarat plant by the end of 2010

Nano to roll out of Gujarat plant by the end of 2010The world's cheapest car, Nano is expected to hit roads from Sanand plant in Gujarat by end 2010, according to top officials of the company. Large scale construction activities for buildings and pre-engineering structures are going on at full swing at Sanad, near Ahmedabad.

Mercedes-Benz India to spend more on R&D activities

Mercedes-Benz India to spend more on R&D activitiesLuxury car maker Mercedes-Benz India would recruit more number of professionals, increasing total headcount of workforce to four-fold, at the research and development centre in Bangalore in the next few years and will invest around Rs 150 crore with the help of partners to expand its business network in the country.

TVS Motors launches ’90-cc Scoty Sreak’ at Rs 36,480

TVS Motors launches ’90-cc Scoty Sreak’ at Rs 36,480TVS Motors, the third largest two-wheeler manufacturer in India, has finally rolled out its new stylish and futuristic 'Scotty Streak' in the domestic market. The company's latest scooterette targets girls in 16 to 20 age group.

The newly introduced 90 cc Scotty Streak, comes with sharp head lamps, LED tail-lamps, broad anti-skid tyres, and external fuel fill at the rear.

The company claims that bike is fitted with LiTech engine, which makes it lighter than comparative models of other manufacturers.

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