Nissan roads into India with MICRA

Nissan Motor India has started focussing on India with its wonderful debut, the launch of Nissan MICRA. Nissan MICRA as the first step for Nissan in India, initially concentrating on the small car segment, since it is the boom in India right now.


Smart and young emerging Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has signed a contract for endorsing all the Nissan products and services for a period of 3 years.

Globally, Nissan is strong enough in different segments in various markets. In West Asia, its SUVs such as the Pathfinder are hugely popular; the US is more of a patron of its sedans such as Altima and Maxima; in its home country, Japan, it is famous for its small cars including the Cube; whereas in Europe, its SUVs such as the Qashqai are popular. And Nissan is starting in India with a B+ segment category MICRA. Nissan Micra(hatch back) comes with both petrol and diesel engines which has 5 doors. The expected price of Nissan Micra’s in India will be sort fairly between 4 to 5 Lac Rupees.

Nissan MICRA with Ranbir Kapoor in TV Ad-1


Nissan MICRA with Ranbir Kapoor in TV Ad-2

TATA nano: All set to roll out

TATA nano, also said to be known as the world's cheapest car, which has been designed inn-order to fulfill the dream of owning a car for all the middle and lower class families. Well, as I know, TATA nano is the only Indian car to create such a huge hype before its release world wide. Now, TATA nano is all set to roll out from its new plant at Sanand, in the state of Gujarat, India. And hence WD has taken a step forward to provide a detail information about its features and specifications.
The Tata Nano is BS 3 compliant and is also available in the BS 2 variants. The fuel efficiency/mileage of the car is about 23.6km per litre, which is certified by automotive research association of India. The car is said to be rolled out in 3 different variants. They are the Standard, Deluxe, Luxury and Europa variants. Now, lets have a look at all the features and specifications provided as follows,

Top speed - 105kmph

Dimensions and Body:

• Length: 3.1m
• Height: 1.6 m
• Width: 1.5 m
• Seat belt: 4
• Trunk capacity: 15 L (0.53 cu ft
• Ground clearance: 180 mm (7.1 in)
• 12-inch wheels

Engine specifications for Tata Nano:

• Rear-wheel drive
• 2-cylinder, 624 cc
• 33 bhp
• Compression ratio: 9.5:1
• Multi point fuel injection petrol engine.
• Engine is rear mounted.
• Power: 33 PS (33 hp/24 kW) @ 5500 rpm
• Torque: 48 N·m (35 ft·lbf) @ 2500 rpm
• 1st time a 2-cylinder gasoline engine was being used in a car with single balancer shaft.
• Anti-vibe balancer shaft

Safety features

• Sheet metal body
• Crumple zones
• Intrusion resistant doors
• Seat belts
• Strong seats and anchorages
• Rear tailgate glass bonded to the body.
• Tubeless Tyres

Performance

• Acceleration: 0-70 km/h (43 mph): 14 seconds
• Maximum speed: 120 km/h (75 mph)
• Turning radius: 4 metres
• Fuel efficiency (overall): 20 kilometres per litre (5 litres per 100 kilometres
• Body and dimensions

M&M plugs into REVA

WD is back into blogging after a long time, with an exciting and completely new stuff regarding the REVA electric car and its diversification in the automobile industry.

The world is going GREEN and hence the India's largest utility vehicle maker Mahindra & Mahindra is all charged up to drive into the electric vehicle market. On 26th MAY 2010, M&M has announced the acquiring of a majority stake in REVA of about 55.2%. This is going to become a huge benefactor for M&M, since with REVA, M&M will also get the electric vehicle technology at a low cost. This technology is aimed at applying not only for cars, but also for light commercial vehicles and buses.

Well, as a result of buying a huge stake in REVA, M&M renames RECC as Mahindra REVA Electric Car Company(MRECC). The 2 new models of REVA which are already shown for display at Frankfurt motor show in the year 2009, and that are to be focused to the most in the future are, the Reva NXR and NXG.

Range, speed, safety and interior specifications all fall along the lines of a new generation of battery electric vehicles. The IC (inter-City) model has a top speed of 104 km/h (65 mph) and a range of 160 km (99 mi). The interior is of a far higher grade when compared to the earlier REVA quadracycle and the back seats now comfortably fit 2 adults.

The NXR has some unusual features, one being its Revive battery charging system. Telematic remote access to the car's on-board Energy Management System allows REVA to analyse a near depleted battery upon request. Their support centre can individually determine the battery condition within seconds and allow access to the remaining charge. This serves as a virtual back-up battery while minimising the risk of damage to the powerpack due to depletion.

NXG production is scheduled for 2011. The NXG will also feature REVA's patented drive-train technology and the Revive system. The two-seater sports car is expected to stand out for performance and speed.

Catch The pulse with a BEAT..

Guyz! its time to catch your pulse with the BEAT. This summer tighten up your seat belts,GM has released the much anticipated sporty hatchback named Chevrolet 'BEAT'.though plenty of mid-size cars are available in this segment, all new chevy "BEATS THE HEAT" from its tough competitors such as the Maruti-Suzuki SWIFT vdi, hyundai i10, Ritz...coming to the engine, Beat is powered by a 1.2 litre 4 cylinder engine which will generate 79 Bhp of maximum power at 6200 rpm with 108 Nm of maximum torque at 4400 rpm. mileage(19km on highways and 15-18km on city roads) and performance of the car is decent. exterior styling is totally revamped with a nice curvy muscular look and sharp features making the beat look fresh, cool,young and stunning.A first-in-segment offering of an integrated rear spoiler in as standard equipment essentially extends the rear roofline, enhanced aerodynamic performance provides a stable stance in high-speed driving as well as increased fuel efficiency.To the naked eye, the Chevrolet Beat looks like a 3-door car.

You have to spot the secret rear door handles integrated into the car’s C-Pillars to realize you’ve been fooled. The flowing interior of Chevrolet Beat weaves together the instrument panel, front seats and door trims, creating an environment that is harmonious, uninterrupted and inviting to the senses.the overall packaging with its excellent ride quality and advanced safety features makes the all new beat rocking!!.........so hold your breath and catch up the beat..

The GHOST is haunting...

The Four door GHOST(Rolls Royce) saloon has been launched in INDIA. Its going to become a new target for the mighty Indian billionaires.

Priced at Rs 2.5 crore, which is variable according to the level of personal customisation, the new Rolls is smaller and lighter by 190 kg than its big brother the Phantom. It follows similar design lines and is manufactured alongside at the company’s Goodwood facility. It is powered by a 6.6 litre V12 engine that will propel you to 100 kmph in 4.9 seconds and give you a mileage of 4.87 km per litre in urban areas. The Ghost was launched internationally at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2010.

By the way, here is an interesting stuff, that for interiors the car uses Malabar wood sourced from India.

Will the future of GHOST be haunting? Of course, it does.