Indian Roads are going to meet Victory Motorcycle soon

The Indian motorcycle market is getting more racers in the growing stint and the entry of global makers is not a new phenomenon. The latest is the entry of Victory Motorcycles to the Indian roads in 2012 which may get its own manufacturing plant in the years to come.

The Delhi Auto Expo 2012 will witness the models from Victory Motorcycles and there will be CBUs initially in 2012. Victory Motorcycle has yet not disclosed it's plan for India, on the models to be derived from its native plant and the models to be made ingeniously. If it materialized, then for India Victory Motorcycle will join the US company Harley-Davidson which has already started its own facility here. The move to establish Victory Motorcycle for India the local assembling facility is to reduce the price by 30%. It is expected that Victory Motorcycles in India will erect its facility after ascertaining the feedback to its vehicles on experimental basis.

Victory Motorcycles is a unit of Polaris Industries operating in the overseas lands of Spain, France, Germany, the US, the UK, New Zealand and Scandinavia. The market in charge for Victory Motorcycles said the Polaris began its entry into India with a subsidiary unit and any installation of products will be made on the research study on phases. He narrated the company’s firm policy to please the customers of each country where the vehicles are launched.

Tata Motors Launches 3 New Models at Delhi Auto Expo

Tata Motors launched three new models today at the Delhi Auto Expo 2010. Its main highlight of the day was its brand new cross-over vehicle – Aria. It is a sports-utility and multi-utility crossover vehicle that was termed by the company as “four wheeler built by Indian engineers for the Indian customers”. Tata Motors did not give much detail about the new model or its commercial launch date in India. Used Cars Sale in India

Tata Motors currently offers Tata Sumo Grande and Tata Safari in its SUV product portfolio. The new 7-seater crossover passenger vehicle is a new product in its lineup of passenger vehicles for the Indian customers. Rata Tata, Chairman, Tata Motors stated the company as "an Indian company working with Indian people has managed to make Tata an international standard company." Hyundai Showrooms in India

Tata Motors also launched the new passenger carrier Magic Iris and another multi-purpose vehicle “Venture” for the Indian customers. It also unveiled its new Jaguar XJ model for its luxury car buyers in India. “The range of Tata, Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles is representative of our technology base, and the direction our brands are taking in pursuing market opportunities. The Company is focused on meeting the full range of customer needs while being conscious of the environment,” the Company stated.

Delhi Auto Expo 2010

The upcoming auto event is poised to be the second largest auto event in the world preceding the Shanghai Auto Show in China which has around 600,000 visitors annually. In 2009, nearly 30 Auto shows were held globally.used cars hyderabad The New York Auto Show had 1.2 million viewers.

The Shanghai Auto Show and New York Motors Show have their venues in the hearts of these two bustling cities which wins them far more footage. Such is not the case with the Delhi Auto Expo which is held at Pragati Maidan and does not enjoy this benefit. Moreover, the New York Auto Show is held for 10 days and Shanghai Auto Show is spread over 9 days while Delhi Auto Expo is held only for seven days.Maruti true value Even after these limitations the Delhi Auto Expo is expected to draw at least 1.8 million visitors in a span of less than seven days.

One of the main reasons for the Delhi Auto Expo to become one of the most successful ones is India’s fast growing market for two-wheelers and passenger vehicles. Currently the car ownership in India is only 7 cars per 1000 people as compared to 27 cars per 1000 people in China.electric bike Thus, there is enormous scope of development for the new vehicle market. The event is an ideal platform for global and domestic auto manufacturers to showcase their products.

Moreover, auto component manufacturers and accessories manufacturers also find it a suitable platform to promote their products and create brand awareness. For many of these global vehicle manufacturers, India is yet a virgin market and showcasing a concept model here proves very fruitful. Component manufacturers benefit greatly from events like these,” says Mohit Arora, senior director, Singapore based JD Power & Associates.

Auto Expo missing Manufactures

Ford Motors had unveiled its small car Figo last month announcing the launch of the car sometime next year. The car will go into production by second half of 2010 and will hit the roads by the end of the year. it is losely based on Fiesta platform keeping its price tag to the minimum. There are no confirmed reports but Ford might skip the Delhi Auto expo 2010.

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Similarly, Nissan is also expected to unveil its small car Micra but the same is not confirmed officially. Thus, Nissan India may be missing from the Delhi Auto Expo in January 2010. Nissan Micra is being developed on the new global V-platform specifically designed by Nissan for the emerging markets. The car will go into production in India by late 2010 and in Brazil only by 2011.

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Mitsubishi will be a conspicuous absentee from the Auto Expo and will enter the Indian market only with its Lancer Evo X later in the year. After years of moving slowly, the Japanese company will finally show its true colours in India by launching the Lancer Evolution X in India. The car is expected to make its foray in the Indian market either by April 2010 or September 2010.

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2010 Auto Expo Delhi

“The 2010 Auto Expo will be bigger, brighter and better than the previous shows. The growing number of visitors indicates the rising importance of India as a key automobile destination,” says Pawan Goenka, president of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (Siam) and President, Mahindra & Mahindra.

The Auto Expo is jointly organised by CII, Siam and the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India.

“The New Delhi Auto Expo is held only for seven days, while the New York Auto Show is open for 10 days and the Shanghai Auto Show is spread over nine days. The New York Auto Expo attracts a large crowd because the show venue is located in the heart of New York City’s 34th and 39th Street intersections, which are busy locations. Besides, the show is also promoted as a significant tourist attraction, while Delhi Auto Expo’s Pragati Maidan does not enjoy this benefit,” says one industry executive.

There are three reasons for the big draw. For one, India is a fast-growing market for cars and two-wheelers. Compared with China’s 27 cars per 1,000 citizens, India has only seven car owners per 1,000 citizens. “Delhi’s Auto Expo event is the bellwether for the automobile industry. Both domestic and global companies can showcase products to the largest potential audience,” says Venu Srinivasan, President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and CMD of TVS Motor.

Two, the 2010 edition holds immense significance for global vehicle manufacturers, since India and China were the fastest to recover from the financial crisis that swept the world last year. Car sales in the domestic market from April-November this year grew 21 per cent, while sales of medium and large trucks and buses in the same period dipped by barely 2.4 per cent. Much of the key markets in the US and Europe are still in the negative and yet to witness a recovery.

Three, global car and truck majors who skipped this year’s key events like the Tokyo Motor Show are lining up to showcase their products at the capital’s Auto Expo. “There could be multiple reasons as to why companies avoided participating in the global auto shows. One reason could be cost-cutting. For many of these global vehicle manufacturers, India is yet a virgin market and showcasing a concept model gives tremendous mileage. Component manufacturers benefit greatly from events like these,” says Mohit Arora, senior director, Singapore based JD Power & Associates.

Mission on Manufacturing Excellence to Wabco-TVS (India) Ltd & Wheels India Ltd

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In order to provide an opportunity for companies to examine and learn from the manufacturing excellence models and benchmark best manufacturing practices in their respective organisations, CII Chennai Zone had organised a one-day Mission to Wabco-TVS (India) Ltd & Wheels India Ltd on 15 December 2010. The objective of this mission was to provide an opportunity for industry representatives to examine and learn from the manufacturing excellence models and some of the best practices on 5S, TQM, Total Employee Involvement being followed by these organizations. Around 34 delegates from Companies like Ashok Leyland Ltd, Air Liquide Medical Systems Pvt Ltd, Carborundum Universal Ltd, Cura Healthcare Ltd, L&T-Komatsu Ltd, Mudrica, Roots Industries Ltd, Saint-Gobain Glass India Ltd, Sterlite Industries India Ltd, TTK-LIG Ltd & Rajalakshmi Engineering College participated in the Mission. The mission members felt that the mission was very interactive and informative

Tata Motors introduces Tata Winger Platinum

Tata Motors today launched a new offering in the Winger range, the Tata Winger Platinum, in Mumbai. The Tata Winger Platinum is a luxurious 7 seater, designed to provide an enhanced on-road experience with a perfect blend of comfort and space.

The Tata Winger Platinum has been specifically designed to fulfill the needs of passengers who look for carriers but have to depend on Utility vehicles. The innovative design of the Tata Winger Platinum ensures that for a similar vehicle size, it provides much more space in the passenger seating area. This ensures that passengers are equally comfortable even in the last row making it the most apt vehicle for the segment. The seven individual reclining captain seats provide private space for each passenger.

With adjustable head rests, soft wide adjustable armrests, best in-class legroom, individual AC vents and wide luggage space, the Tata Winger Platinum ensures every journey is a pleasurable experience. Passenger comfort has been further enhanced with well thought out features like collapsible grab handles, a side foot step for easy entry, coat hooks and two mobile chargers. In addition, a 2-Din music system with 4 in-built speakers and provision for LCD provide sufficient entertainment for long trips.

The fully enclosed body, rugged engine sub-frame, anti-roll bars at both front and rear, retractable seat belts and child safety lock enhance safety. The 3-way adjustable driver’s seat with power steering and a turning radius of 5.65 metres helps reduce driver fatigue. Motorised headlamps, fog lamps and a demisting unit aid visibility while driving. The aptly designed suspension ensures ride comfort, while the monocoque design minimises NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness). The Winger is powered by a proven 2-litre turbo charged inter cooled diesel engine.

The versatility of the Tata Winger Platinum allows it to be deployed for both long-distance transportation as well as intra-city needs such as transportation for working executives, holidaying families and other tourist usage.

The Tata Winger Platinum comes in two colour options – Pearl White and Cycus Grey. It is backed with a 1.5 lakh km / 18-month warranty.

The Tata Winger Platinum BS IV would be available at a price of Rs. 739,724 lakhs (ex-showroom, Mumbai without Octroi).

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