Google extended “Top Search Queries” Data In Webmaster Tools on 31st December 2013

Google extended “Top Search Queries” Data In Webmaster Tools on 31st December 2013. According to the sources now data is available for upto one year rather than currently available 90 days.

 

Also now Google is providing exact search numbers like 662 rather than rounded off 700.

Couple of Thoughts

Are you a rapist ?
-yes
Are you a murderer ?
-yes
Okay, then you'll go to jail
-but I am a juvenile(minor)
oh, sorry for inconvenience sir, you'll be free soon

***********
***********

Are you a great artist ?
-yes
Have you invested all your money to make
a great movie ?
-yes
Okay we ban your movie, it hurts
sentiment
-but, I haven't shown anything wrong

We are Govt and don't tell us whats right and whats wrong

Merc’s Estate – Shooting Brake

Merc’s Estate – Shooting Brake

Merc has come with estate version of CLS, Shooting Brake for European market. Yes, this beast lives up to the expectations of the estate category. We Indians who like to own estates, the dear stationary ones would definitely like this if Merc decides to surprise.

With slight modifications we can adapt the new merc Shooting Brake on Indian roads. The coupe boot has been converted to hatch without spoiling the look and infact acquired the cosmo look. Roof and rear C pillar sloped down ending with two tail lamps giving a sleek look to the rear part of the estate. Interiors are plush airy and luxurious. Lot of satin is used and for high end model porcelain touch gives the car that exodus look.

Finish looks to be best in the class. Rear seat accommodates three bit congested. Boot space is tremendous. It can accommodate everything we think to carry on a vehicle like Shooting Brake. Boot space is par equal to any other luxury sedan class, 550 -1600 litres. Wooden base option has been designed for estate and aluminum is used instead of steel to keep the weight of the vehicle light .

Merc estate in Europe has been launched two petrol and two diesel versions with all wheel drive option. In India only Merc CLS 350 is for sale. It got all Merc’s features like 7G- TRONIC Plus automatic transmission, Engine Start Stop function.. If launched in India definitely it would cost around 1 crore INR.

Technical Specifications

Power – 250 – 400 bhp Approx. varies with model

Torque – 500NM – 600 NM Approx. varies with model

Mileage – 10.9 – 13 kmpl (Petrol)/ 16 – 20 kmpl (Diesel)

Speed – 0-100 in 6 secs Approx (Peterol)/6-8 secs Approx(Diesel)

Mercedes B-Class Sports Tourer In India

Mercedes B-Class Sports Tourer In India

Mercedes is all set to launch its sports Tourer B-class in India. Mercedes B-class was unveiled in Auto show Frankfurt in 2011, since then there is lot of buzz and curiosity among the Mercedes fans in India. Mercedes has put this new sports tourer hatchback B-class in a position just above the A-class and below the C-class. Mercedes B-Class is inspired from its predecessor Mercedes Benz R-class that is being sold in Indian Market . The catch here is the enticing price tag of 25 lakhs and the diesel version of car.

The car is fusion of mini MPV and larger hatch back with Sports touch. The large grill, well defined nose , raised head lights and high roof line makes the look of Mercedes B-class stunning. On the rear the split tail lamp gets the attention of everyone on the road. B-class is larger than the picture we see here and taller than Mercedes C-class. Interiors are no doubt we see the mark of Mercedes. The sports tourer is fully equipped with new and classy dashboard design the triple AC vents in the centre and the quality of leather and plastics used give that plush and siry look to the interiors. Over all interiors are much better if you compare with BMW X1. Mercedes B-class is coming in both petrol and Diesel versions for Indian market. The diesel version of Mercedes-Benz B-Class will come with 1.8-litre of diesel motor that generate great power and Torque. Mercedes B-Class engine is step down version of Mercedes-Benz C-Class engine. The petrol variant come with 1.8-litre of petrol engine. These engines are mated with seven speed twin clutch gearbox (7G-DCT), which will certainly give the driver a enthralling experience.Over all Mercedes B-Class is impressive , A Luxurious, Spacious and compact saloon would be perfect for busy Indian roads.

Technical Specifications

Price Ex-showroom price Rs 24-26 lakh Approx

Engine

Fuel Petrol, Diesel
Power 156bhp at 5000rpm
Torque 25.5kgm at1250-4000rpm

Transmission Automatic / Manual

Tyres 225/40 R18
Length 4359mm
Width 1786mm
Height 1557mm

Brakes
Front Ventilated Discs
Rear Solid Discs

Renault Scala Very Soon In India

Renault Scala Very Soon In India

Renault and Nissan working together to launch Scala by this Diwali. Nissan Sunny is being worked upon and rebadged as Renault Scala. We know Nissan Micra is rebadged and launched as Renault Pulse with good to have touchups. Scala is much awaited sedan from Renault. Renault is already in success quadrant this year with Duster success. So Renault is working on Scala with more care and creativity to repeat the success. Scala is going to be the Renault’s fifth product in 15 months.

Scala is retains the same Nissan’s 1.5 litre 84 bhp litre diesel engine, Still not sure whether petrol engine version going to be launched along.The engine would be mated with five speed manual transmission. However, May be Renault might also couple the engine with four speed automatic transmission. With five speed manual transmission and strong and dynamic engine, the fuel efficiency of the car is expected a 20 km per litre mileage.Renault Scala would touch the 100 kmph in few seconds.

Renault exteriors are being redone , inheriting some from Renault Fluence, which was launched in the Indian car market sometime ago and got rave reviews from all over. On the front end of Renault Scala the bumper is restyled, totally stunning, while the grille of the sedan will be similar to that of Fluence and still some more changes are being done for an exotic look. Then rear end of the sedan is expected to be as posh and premium as the front end. The tail lights would be revamped and the Renault logo will be positioned at pride. The dials are likely to feature electrically handled turn indicators.The body colored wheel arches with alloy wheels compelting the sedan. Interiors are well designed to match other premium sedans. Not sure but expecting all kinds of safety features like ABS, Airbags and climate control system.The car will also feature rear AC vents that would make it relaxing for the rear seat passenger as well.

Honda Civic To Be Discontinued In Indian Market

Honda Civic To Be Discontinued In Indian Market

Honda pulled the plug on Civic. The most successfull luxury sedan Honda Civic is going to end its long marathon in auto market of India. Current version was released in 2006 and it is been successfull. The main reason behind the idea of decommissioning the luxury sedan is lack of apt diesel engine for the car. Recently a diesel version of Honda Civic released in European market as per Honda that engine doesnt suit for Indian roads. Indian market is taking a leap towards diesel vehicles and Civic would not be able to be in the charts for long time. In india till Diwali Civic production continues and then the end of the Saga.

Recent verison of Civic is not a huge improvement over the outgoing one, reviews are not that great may be this is one more reasaon. All competitors in its class has got a diesel version so it would be difficult for Civic to survive in the market. But Civic has been dream car of Luxury sedan lovers in India. Still Civic got good share in the market, in July 2012 138 Civic cars have been sold out approximately. This is the time for Honda to concentrate on Diesel engines for their best sellers in the Indian market. Car buyers are no more ready to bear the increasing expenses on petrol. Iam one of those in the millions who are dreaming to have a diesel Civic in the market. Hope Honda’s think tank listen takes this seriously. And I would say Civic had met the expectations in the market and had ever lasting impression in Auto world. It is a honourable decommission for Civic. Let’s see.

New Toyota Camry Launch on August 24

New Toyota Camry Launch on August 24

Camry is the luxury sedan baby of the Japanese car maker Toyota. It got all exotic features to be called as luxury sedan. Since its inception into the world’s auto market it has been the dream car for so many . Toyota has been successful in all parts of world with Camry. But in India Toyota is struggling a bit to make the Camry one among the popular in the luxury sedans list. May be Camry was never into market with diesel engine till now in India. Toyota is not successful in making a diesel engine for Camry.

Camry is being assembled completely in India this would give room to price the car competitively. At first glance Camry looks bigger and substantial than the current version in the market. Every part of the Camry is reworked. Looks are similar to mini Lexus. Bonnet got a bulge and angular head lights are the stunners at the head side and angular tail lamps also enhancing the car look over all. The interiors got a face lift in every aspect, faux-wood and leather used to give more exotic and airy feel to the passengers. Camry got an automatic climate control, an audio system with a 10 CD changer. The Luxury sedan is equipped with powered front driver and passenger seats for easy and exact levels of comfort adjustments, Body color rear view mirrors and a body colored side protective mouldings. Exteriors of Toyota Camry shed luxury on the road as it moves with gait. The luxury sedan amalgamates sporty and luxurious looks perfectly. A seven spoke aluminum alloy 15-inch rim is completing the Camry exotic look.

Toyota Camry’s 2500 cc of powerful DOHC VVT-i petrol engine produce a power of 178.5 bhp at 6000 rpm, 23.55 kgm of maximum torque at 4100 rpm. The current 5-speeder gearbox will change to 6-speed manual and automatic one. Camry is coming with both automatic and manual transmission gear box, expected a mileage of kmpl and 7 kmpl respectively.

Toyota has plans of launching the car in the market with enticing price tag, in the range of competitors like VW Jetta, Skoda Superb and Honda Accord. Since the new Camry is unveiled in Delhi auto expo in feb 2012 car fanatics waiting for Camry in their cities for test drives and to own one soon.

Price Rs 23 lakh Approx.

Engine

Fuel Petrol
Installation Front, transverse
Type 4 cyls, in-line, 2494cc
Power 178bhp at 6000rpm
Torque 23.5kgm at 4100rpm

Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed, automatic

Peugeot 301 in India Soon

Peugeot 301 in India Soon

For European car makers launching a car in Asian market is a big exercise. But now Indian market is so favorable for all kinds of European cars of course slight tuning is required for Indian roads. In fact western car makers are keen to launch cars for India separately. Peugeot plans for India are clearer now with its naming convention of their new car as 301. Peugeot explanation on name of new compact sedan 301 clarifies its stand in launching the car in Indian market. As per Peugeot ’3″ stands for segment of the car, ’0′ is constant and ’1′ stands for emerging markets.

The new Peugeot 301 is undergoing all kinds of hits and touchups to attract the Indian car buyers. Though the looks of Peugeot are not so stunning it got all kinds of features of European sports sedan . Looks are pretty conservative with good boot space and big box kind of salon which is been a traditional design of Peugeot. 301 will have both diesel and petrol options with 1.6 litre engine . The 1.6 litre diesel will hurl a power of 92bhp and petrol will pump 115bhp. Going into the more details, 301 overall length is 4.44 metres , wheel base of 2.65 metres and 506 litres of boot size. 301 comes with dual transmission option.

301 is produced in Peugeot’s Vigo (spain), market publicity going to start in Nov 2012 and Turkey is the first market to be launched in Asia. The car is expected in India in 2014. Yet showrooms are not finalized in India. Price range would be in the range of Volkswagen Vento, Skoda Rapid and Nissan Sunny.

New Kawasaki Ninja 250R

New Kawasaki Ninja 250R

World acknowledged Kawasaki Ninja entry range bike 250R is finally unveiled. Ninja 250r has undergone many changes – sharper edges, larger air-ducts and clear lens turn indicators are looking sporty and flair after rework. The look of new Ninja reflects its dynamic character.

New Ninja 250R has two-pod console , analog tachometer , digital Speedo meter, and pass light switch which was not there. Double hooded head light gives that beast look to the bike. Comfortable palm grips and good quality alloys and classy fuel tank makes Ninja drivers feel complete. Split seats with tiny lockable cubes underneath them, tail is well designed and raised to enhance the sporty look.

According to Kawasaki new Ninja going to host heavily revised four stroke parallel twin engine. Performance of the New Ninja is still in wraps. Earlier Ninja used to hurl 33bhp at 11000 rpm I think that is good power any sports bike in this class can generate. Torque of 2.24 kgm at 8200 rpm best in th class. Ninja’s top speed reaching time os 3.04 seconds with all these features in early version of Ninja we can anticipate a more or less same Ninja and a better version always amuses the bikers.

Kawasaki enahnced the quality of the chassis to reduce the vibe levels. New Ninja going to come in red, green,black and white colours. In coming few months we will get a chance to ride all new Kawasaki Ninja.

SUV Sales Surge – Small Car looses Charm

SUV Sales Surge – Small Car looses Charm

A small car for a happy family was the most catching marketing mantra in India for two decades. But now things look like that caption has any value to market the entry-level segment passenger cars in India. Last year small car sales dip below 50%. Small car segment sales graph disappointed manufacturers like TATA, Renault, Fiat, Nissan and Toyota who has considerable share in small car market. But premium hatchbacks retained their market shares almost as it is. Premium sedans are doing well and surprisingly SUV sales are surging up hot.

The share of the small car segment consists of cars like the Tata Nano, Maruti Alto, Ford Figo, Maruti WagonR, Hyundai’s Santro, i10 and Eon and Chevy Beat came down to 47%. At the same time premium hatchbacks Maruti Swift, Hyundai i20 and VW Polo sales gone up by retaining its market share to 11%. Surprisingly SUV sales have gone up and market share set to 32%, even though the prices of SUVs are three times of the entry level small cars. As per SIAM (Society for Indian Automobile Manufacturers), may be this is a good sign that Indian car buyers are matured and going for premium sedans and SUVs. Last year sedans prices were not slashed and fuel prices got recursive hikes over the time, even though premium sedans have done good business, their market share was 19%.

Why entry level cars have not done good business, because lack of diesel option and increase in rate of Interests. Middle-class people count to major share for entry-level car buyers community most of them already having home loan to repay, the varying interest rates giving them fears in spine to afford a new car loan. Surging fuel prices recursively is also one reason to avoid small cars in anticipation that monthly expenses could inflate. At the same time premium small cars (Maruti Swift , Hyundai i20)have done good business but for the diesel option.

The surge in SUV sales can be attributed to the infrastructure developments undergoing in India. People started loving to travel together to friends and families. All the SUVs are having the diesel options. Now the new flavor in making SUVs is urban SUV. These urban SUVs are made to fit to the daily city life roads and off roads on vacations. Auto majors eyeing this segment. Indian Auto manufacturers in partner ship with auto majors in other countries making new SUVS to hit the hot market. Mahindra and SSangyong, Maruti and Suzuki are some of them to mention.

Why SUVs

India is the one of the fastest growing economies in the world. No other country in Asia Pacific region is developing at such a pace like India. India spending power is going up in spending power, purchasing power indices charts. As all other domains automobile industry has also gained the momentum and catering the consumers with all new SUVs which is the Gen X choice in India now. People here are looking for vehicles which can be more than a car for them and not being mindful in making a choice for SUVs.

I would say SUV has all the features that we cannot use daily and we are going to pay that high price for those unused features . For Indian roads SUVs add some more junk and create more mess in traffic. I see there is hell lot of problems in using SUV in city roads of India. I bet we can never unleash the power of exotic SUVs in the traffic, we can never use our all the four wheels at once, parking the SUV is exhaustive in city, SUV need more space on the roads to move which makes driving to miserable. But SUV would be perfect choice If one residing in a remote area and have lot of necessity to go around place to carry freight.

SUV enthusiasts claim that SUVs are safer than other car. Yes they may be correct to this fact but nowadays we are getting same kind of safety features like air bags, ABS, road and rear sensors etc. in normal cars also. So my point is why we should pay more to an SUV.For the same kind of safety features in SUV it burns more fuel that’s all. SUVs will always have higher center of gravity than small cars, so there are always more chances of toppling until the wheel base is properly increased, and that makes the vehicle bigger and all the above facts gets more tough.

So, you might have guessed, I am not a big fan of SUV’s. I do not understand the point of them in Indian cities. They do not add anything, except a higher line of sight, than you can get from any sedan unless they are used for the intended purpose. I would love to take a nice SUV out for vacation on a rugged road on the side of deep valleys, but I can’t see anyone taking their loved ones and SUV anywhere near an unpaved roads. I just can’t understand why SUV’s have become so popular. Please don’t go crazy beyond SUVs just by looks or to for a status sake. Please be mindful in spending that much money on any SUV.

New Maruti ALTO 800

New Maruti ALTO 800

New Maruti ALTO 800 going to be the next game changer for Maruti in low budget cars profile. ALTO’s existing engine is modified to make it 796CC with latest minimum emission norms. New ALTO 800c is built up on existing ALTO platform. This car is expected to have all new interiors and going to be more spaccious. Interiors are designed simply with all good to haves in the cabin. The intresting part is price range, Maruti is planning to place the car in a quadrant below ALTO near by NANO . Expexted price tag for New ALTO 800 is between 2 – 2.75 Lakhs.

Exterior desingn is very basic, front nose has high mounted head lights , slim grille and below the bumper we see one more air vent. Wheels are apt for the vehicle. A big u-shaped rear wind shield gives good view for the driver and tail gate is large enough to access the boot space. It will also have a basic but cost-effective MacPherson strut setup in front and a coil spring torsion beam axle at the rear.

The new Maruti Alto 800 is powered with a 796cc, F8D Petrol engine will hurl a maximum power of 47 Bhp @ 6200 rpm and a peak torque of 62 Nm @ 3000 rpm.The available information reveals that the new Maruti Alto 800 will have a Top speed of 138 kmph.

Technical Specifications

Engine: 796cc, F8D Petrol
Maximum Power: 47 Bhp @ 6200 rpm
Maximum Torque: 62 Nm @ 3000 rpm

Fuel Consumption

Highway 17.00 kmpl.

City 14.00 kmpl.

Price

Between 2 – 2.75 Lakhs Approx.

Mahindra Korando – Mahindra Ssangyong Future SUV

Mahindra Korando – Mahindra Ssangyong Future SUV

Mahindra Ssangyong Korando is the perfect amalgamation of a luxury sedan and a sturdy light SUV. Ssangyong’s Korando is in Korean markets for more than two decades. After some generations it has been redesigned in Europe by world known Italian car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro. Mahindra acquired Ssangyong in Feb 2011 , both the firms have high expectations on Korando and anticipating that Korando going to be the game changer in Indian SUV market. After Korando they are going to launch Rexton II. Korando is the first vehicle that was built on Monocoque frame by Ssangyong its history of 56 years.

Korando is not huge or bulky as any SUV buyer in India expects. But its sporty and muscular looks keep it in the SUV class. It got more Urban SUV style looks , of course this is the next generation of SUVs that are going to create ripples in Indian market. It got a small wheel base of 2650mm. Flared wheel arches that enclose 17 inch tyres. A high beltline, small headlights, semicircular grille looks pretty small , with black mesh and bulky bonnet looks menacing. The front face of Korando is quite bulged and heavy. Body color mirrors with turn indicators, diamond shaped fog lamps and meshed air dam suits the overall aggressive look. A chin that is under the nose of SUV gives the nose a tame look. I think Scorpio has a good nose than Korando. This Korean SUV is going to be the first launch in partnership of Mahindra and Ssangyong , I think it should be more impressive . I strongly believe that Korando should shed its outdated look.

Interiors of Korando are pretty straight forward and logical not so plush and airy as Fortuner. The plastic dashboard fit and finish are far better than any other Mahindra vehicle we have in the market. Other highlights of the cabin are luxury seat layouts, smart key , cruise control and heated sets for driver and passengers. But Indian SUV buyer expects alteast seven people are accommodated inside but Korando can get in only five comfortably. Safety features like electronic stability program that reduces the risk and emergency stop signal that glows when you suddenly stop the vehicle. The steering isn’t particularly accurate and there’s a mushy area around the straight-ahead position.

Korando comes with 2.2 turbo diesel engine , capable of 173 bhp at 4000 rpm and a maximum torque of 36O Nm at 2000-1000 rpm. As a front-wheel-driving car, the engine is placed over the drivewheels, vastly improving its traction in hazardous conditions like snow, mud, and gravel. Korando is expected to come with six -speed automatic transmission which is a good thing. This diesel SUV on Indian roads expected to give a mileage of 12 -15 kmpl.

Market expecting Korando could start at around Rs 15lakh and undercut rivals like the Captiva, Fortuner and Santa Fe.

Technical Specifications are not available yet.

TATA Safari Storme

TATA Safari Storme

India Auto Major TATA’s , much awaited SUV TATA Safari Storme code named TATA Safari Merlin, was unveiled in Auto Expo 2012, Jan in Pragati Maidan New Delhi. Since its inception into SUV family , in 1998 this SUV has undergone engine tweaking and face-lifts couple of times but under the skin it remained the same. It was a huge disappointment again for the SUV admirers again. Earlier Storme was slated to launch by the end of July 2012 but now looks like it is delayed again.

TATA Safari Storme is being built on the Aria platform with X2 chasis and inherited the wishbone suspension from TATA Aria. A 200mm reduced wheelbase against TATA Aria (Storme has 2650 wheel base), which helped Storme in Torsion rigidity and weight. The Stormes’s chassis is 35 Kg lighter and 45 percent stiffer than old Safari which is really a commendable feature in TATA Storme. Steering wheel is also inherited from TATA Aria. Noticeable changes like new squared-off headlamp with projector lamps with-in, new vertical Grille gives a Landrover kind of look. In addition to them a new bumper with sleek air-dam gives a complete look to Storme. A more protruding foot-step is not that impressive and don’t think it serves more than what Safari had earlier. On the Rear you see good share of changes made. A twin chrome tipped exhausts and high mounted gives sporty look to the vehicle. Spare wheel has been relocated to under the floor through rear door. With all these recognizable changes Storme looks heavier, urban SUV style and sportier than Safari.

The interiors are done in pseudo wood finish, while the high quality upholstery further adds more killer looks to the SUV. I would say beige colour is not for India, we could see the dust piling up on beige color seats, yes beige color seats for that exotic look are part of Storme’s cabin. Revised center console and rest all borrowed from Aria. Fit and finish of the panels are better than Safari and Aria. The Seating comfort in Storme matchless with another SUV in the market. Acres of legroom and spacious to sit back and relax. Driver’ seat gives a high view of the surroundings and you feel like commanding the road

The Tata Safari Storme have the same 2.2 litre of DiCOR engine but will be mated to a new G76 MKII gearbox for better gear shifts and is more responsive. This engine is capable of producing the 140 BHP of power and 315 Nm of torque as Aria. Storme’s clutch is lighter than some other SUVs I have experienced. Slowing down a SUV needs considerable braking force and the Storme now comes with disc brakes all round and is equipped with ABS. You feel spongy, but the Storme comes to a halt without much noise.

Storme missed the exotic feature that everybody expects , Climate control and GPS navigation which are there in Aria. May these features would cost more but still buyers are happy to pay for them nowadays.

Technical Specifications

Expected Price Range in Lakhs : Rs 9-10 Approx

Mileage: 11-16 KMPL

Engine

Fuel Diesel

Type 4-cyl, in-line, 2179cc, common-rail, turbo diesel

Power 140bhp at 4000rpm

Torque 32.63kgm at 1700-2700rpm

Transmission

Gearbox 5-speed manual

Chassis & Body

Tyres 235/70-R16

Brakes

Front Ventilated discs

Rear discs

Mahindra Rexton II

Mahindra Rexton II

Mahindra Rexton is a seven seater SUV made in partnership with north Korean auto major Ssangyong . Mahindra unveiled Rexton along with Korando in auto expo 2012 Delhi. Rexton been in the Korean market for quite sometime and proved to be a successfull SUV in Korea and in Latin Amerca. After Mahindra acquired 70% stake in Ssangyong , Rexton is the first vehicle to be launched in India. Rexton is undergoing all kinds of modifications so as to take a smooth ride on Indian roads. Mahindra is planning to place Rexton in a segment far beyond from XUV 500, altogether targeting a different set of audience. Estimated price that is going to be attached to Rexton is between 17-20 lakhs.

Rexton is in Korean market for over a year and still it is the most popular SUV in the market. Rexton is not well known for its looks but for its design. Mahindra Rexton II is going to be best looking SUV from Ssangyong. Rexton II is made on Mercedes M-class frame. The chassis is a traditional body on frame model. The three strip chrome grille makes it look like a Mercedes. from the side the Rexton looks good with large glass area, tinted windows and big 18inch wheels. The door handles and the outside rear view mirror are in body colour and at the rear the design not exciting, a routine look a large boot door and a spoiler. The tail lamps are big and rectangular which doesn’t add charm to the vehicle.

Interiors of Rexton II are designed with utmost care to impress the drivers in todays competitive market. The big central console and chunky dashboard gives you a relaxing feel. A must mention feature is a 5.5 inch lcd screen that can be connected to a digital camera or a camcorder. We do notice the cheap plastic panels and some fake wood inserts are spoiling the airy look of the cabin. The dials are illuminated with different color lights. Rexton impresses the audience in the aspects of space and controls available. Ample space in the vehicle enables the passengers to sit back and relax while driver takes care of the traffic and all the controls are within the reach of driver. Top end Rexton get s the facility of electrically adjustable and heated front seats. The luggage spaxce is limited with all seven seats placed, seats need to be folded for boot space of 1338 litres.

The Rexton is likely to come with one engine – an old Mercedes-sourced 2.7-litre, in-line five-cylinder, DOHC engine that is longitudinally mounted and develops a modest 165bhp. The unit develops 188PS and 402 Nm of torque and uses a 4WD system. Acceleration is good with 100kmph in 12 seconds and a top speed of 200kmph. The engine is matched to both a 5-speed manual and automatic transmission gear box. Until you walk down to Rexton you don’t see Rexton is that big as Ford endeavour or any other SUV in its class. I don’t think Rexton could match the such huge SUVs like Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour and Renault Koleos and own XUV 500 in all kinds of features.. Lets wait and see.

The Ssang Yong Rexton II is a practical and affordable SUV. Its strengths would be the competitive price and premium features. Built quality is good but off road abilities aren’t up to the mark when compared to its competitors. Even though the SUV shares a few common things with the old Mercedes M Class poor styling definitely a aspect to think over.

Price Range (in lakhs)*

Ex-showroom price Rs 16-18 lakh (est)

Engine

Power 165bhp at 4000rpm

Torque 34.6kgm at 1800-3250rpm

Transmission

Gearbox 5-speed auto

Dimensions

Length 4720mm

Width 1870mm

Height 1830mm

Wheel base 1540mm

Chassis & Body

Weight 2099kg

Tyres 255/60 R18

India Future SUVs 2012-2013

India Future SUVs 2012-2013

Life has become too busy, running out of time to go after different things we expect more options at one stop. The same rule applies in auto world too. SUVs used to be the choice of guys who always on roads for long trips may be for fun or for expedition or may be on duty, SUVs were not the choice for City roads.

People used to go beyond sedans for the luxury and comfortable driving on city roads. Imagine a SUV and Sedan are shunted, outcome is urban SUV. This is what today’s generation looking, a vehicle they can easily drive up to the office as if a sedan and to use the same for a weekend holiday trip this is the Future SUV. Future of SUVs going to be brighter in India, So world’s auto giants have lot of hopes in Indian market and planned to launch more SUVs in coming one year(2012-2013). Here I summarised the SUVs below 20 lacs price range.

Ford Ecosport

This is urban SUV from ford. For people whose life is city but looking for a n SUV. Ford Ecosport design suits to city traffic and to go places where you want to go as a holiday.

Expected Launch Date : 15th April 2013
Expected Price : Rs 7.00 L – 9.00 L

Renault Duster

Renault Duster is the new buzz in the town. This urban SUV has all the features of sedan and SUV mixed, being the first of its kind in Indian market..

Expected Launch date – August 2012
Price – 8.0 Las – 10 Lacs

TATA Safari Storme

TATA safari is the largest selling SUV in the Indian market till now. With the increased demand and keeping the upcoming SUVs competition in mind. TATA is fine tuning the SAFARI and going to launch as TATA Safari Storme.  

Expected Launch Date : 20th October 2012
Expected Price : Rs 8.00 L – 10.00 L

Mahindra Rexton II

Ssanyong’s SUV in Indian market through Mahindra. Hoping this is going to be the best SUV in the market very soon. Ssangyong motor company is the best SUV maker in world.

Expected Launch Date : 15th November 2012
Expected Price : Rs 16.00 L – 18.00 L

Mahindra Kornado

Ssangyong’s one more SUV is Kornado. This is fusion of sedan and an SUV. This is a prestigious delivery of Mahindra and Ssangyong in Indian SUV segment.

Expected Launch Date : 6th January 2013
Expected Price : Rs 13.00 L – 15.00 L

Maruti suzuki Grand Vitara

Suzuki is continuing its decades long SUV legacy. Vitara is been undergoing lot of changes and getting redefined for a big launch soon.

Expected Launch Date : 20th November 2012
Expected Price : Rs 17.00 L – 19.00 L

Maruti Gypsy Diesel

Maruti Gypsy most admired Jeep in its class. Gypsy fan club is eager to see new Gypsy that is set to launch this year end.

Expected Launch Date : 20th November 2012
Expected Price : Rs 6.25 L – 7.25 L

Maruti XA Alpha

Maruti Suzuki XA Alpha concept was released in Jan 2012 Auto expo. Maruti ALPHA looks are enticing and features are matchless. Maruti Expected Launch Date : 12th December 2012is making this SUV prestigiously to hit Urban SUV segment.

Expected Price : Rs 8.00 L – 10.00 L

Hyundai New Tuscon

New Hyundai Tuscon is making up itself with all European flavor in looks and features to make a sizzling entry into SUV club in India soon.

Expected Launch Date : 2nd January 2013
Expected Price : Rs 18.00 L – 20.00 L

Chevrolet TrailBlazer

Chevrolet Trailblazer is the SUV that has been designed in Chevrolet’s hundred years history. It is undergoing all kinds of tweaks to beat the race of in top class SUV segment in India.

Expected Launch Date : 12th February 2013
Expected Price : Rs 17.00 L – 22.00 L

Kia Sportage

Kia is Hyundai’s company. Most of the drivers are waiting for Kia Sportage. First looks are very impressive. It got all features that we expect in a SUV. We have to wait for the Kia Sportage launch.

Expected Launch Date : 15th February 2013
Expected Price : Rs 15.00 L – 18.00 L

Chevrolet TRAX

Chevrolet TRAX is another SUV going to hit Indian roads soon to compete the Urban SUV fraternity. Looks like a good competition with Ford Ecosport Urban SUV.

Expected Launch Date : 15th February 2013
Expected Price : Rs 7.00 L – 10.00 L

Ford New Endeavour

Ford is not leaving any stone to turn into a opportunity to make new Ford Endeavour most exciting and enticing. It is going all kinds of tests and audits for a wild release in first haf of 2013.

Expected Launch Date : 18th April 2013
Expected Price : Rs 17.00 L – 22.00 L

Mahindra ACTYON Sports

ACTYON sports is SSangyong’s edition pick-up vehicle that is going to be launched in India through Mahindra badge. Till now pick-up vehicle segment in India is not that popular, ACTYON going to change the face pick-up vehicles image in India.

Expected Launch Date : 22nd June 2013
Expected Price : Rs 8.00 L – 10.00 L

Gagan Narang Wins Bronze

Gagan Narang Wins India's First medal in the London Olympics 2012. He wins bronze eith the score of 701.

Gagan narang in finals, Bindra crashed out

Gagan Narang qualified with 598 points (3rd place).
Abhinav Bindra crashed out with 594 Points(16th place).

Only top eight shooters qualify for the finals.

Indian Women Lost to Denmark

London Olympics 2012 Women Archery Team Event

Indian Woman Lost to Denmark with the score 210-211.

UPSC 2012 Civil Services Preliminary Results

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) today announced the results of prelims 2012.

Civil services preliminary exam conducted  in May 2012. Qualified candidates are now eligible to write Main examination which starts on October 5, 2012.

UPSC 2012 Preliminary Results