Bajaj to launch new versions of Discover soon

The first segment of the company’s popular commuter bike would be the naked street version – Discover 150S and it looks pretty similar to the now discontinued version of 125ST. The new bike has however been provided a flat seat placed at a lower height in order to provide a smoother experience to the pillion.  Nothing has however yet been known about the engine specification.

The second version of the bike is mini-faired, which has been named as Discover 150F and the bike looks quite stylish and a mix-match of commuter as well as sport.

At the same time, the bike also bears bit of resemblance to Hero Ignitor and CBF Stunner and the mini fairing looks like the older version of Karizma as well.

This minor change may turn out to be a major factor in attracting the riders and the bike could gain popularity among its fans.

Source: Auto News India

Vehicle dependability in India improves to 38 percent

The study also revealed that overall vehicle dependability averages 218 problems per 100 vehicles (PP100) in 2014, compared with 280 PP100 in 2013.

This dependability is based on the number of problems reported per 100 vehicles, with a lower score reflecting higher long-term vehicle quality.

Reserchers conducted study on as many as 70 models across 12 vehicle segments.

In the entry midsize segment Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire grabed the highest rank while Maruti Suzuki SX4 ranks highest in the midsize segment.

Toyota received model awards for its Toyota Innova and Toyota Fortuner in the MUV/ MPV segment and SUV segment repectively.

The Hyundai Santro ranks highest in the compact segment for the second time in three years.

Nissan Micra ranks highest in the upper compact segment, while Skoda Fabia and Honda Civic rank highest in the premium compact and the premium midsize segments, respectively.

Source: Auto News India

6th edition of Maruti Suzuki’s Dakshin Dare rally to begin from 4th August

The results of this motoring event will be declared on August 10, 2014. The route for the rally has already been planned and it will be one of the most challenging events for the participants. The routes of the rally include Mysore, Shimoga, Chitradurga, Davengere, Bellary, Hospet and Hubli, Chikamaglur, Mangalore and Goa.

Vice-President, Marketing Maruti Suzuki, Manohar Bhat said, “After successfully running the popular Raid de Himalaya and the Desert Storm motorsport events, Maruti Suzuki looked southward in 2009 for a new motorsport circuit to expand into. The unique possibilities that the landscape in the south offered made Dakshin Dare a real challenge, both for the racers and the organizers.”

“This Dakshin Dare is all about the terrain, weather conditions and road surfaces that are unique to the south India. The monsoon conditions and marshy terrain surely add to the challenge and excitement,” he added.

The selected participants will be competing against each other in 3 categories including Ultimate Car category, Ultimate Bike Category and Endure Category.

Source: Auto Industry News

Ferrari 275 GTB/C Speciale on sale

Ferrari 275 GTB/C Speciale with chassis number 06701 will roll on stage on August 16.

It is the first of the only three Berlinetta Competizione cars built by the iconic Italian marquee.

Interestingly,each of the cars were hand crafted and were fitted with lightweight aluminium bodywork.

The 275 GTB/C Speciale was also the first Ferrari to employ an independent rear-suspension setup and other interesting features included disc brakes all around and dazzling Borani wire wheels.

Source: Auto News