About Sameer Contractor
Sameer ContractorConnect with this authorWith an unquenchable thirst for everything automotive, Sameer has always been the go to auto guy that his friends needed. So, it isnt exactly surprising that he chooses to do what he does. A Batman fanatic, Sameers wants to go roof-scaping on the Tumbler, while the Bat motorcycle is certainly on the cards and he plans to build one himself. An avid foodie, he has a road trip in order that will be taking him across the world in search for the best roads and the best cuisines. While his stress buster involves taking aimless motorcycle rides, do not get offended by his sarcasm.
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Production Spec BMW 8 Series Coupe Leaked Ahead Of Reveal
The BMW 8 Series concept was unveiled with much fanfare in 2017 and previewed the production spec model that was to follow. But leaked images emerged on the internet have revealed the exterior of the new BMW 8 Series coupe, well ahead of its official debut later this year. The all-new model replaces the 6 Series in BMW's line-up and will be positioned above the 7 Series luxury saloon as the German automaker's new halo offering.
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Royal Enfield Himalayan Sleet Edition Launched; Priced At Rs. 2.12 Lakh
Royal Enfield has launched the new Himalayan Sleet Edition in the country. The new Royal Enfield Sleet edition is essentially the same model with the camouflage paint job we showed you recently and is priced at Rs. 2,12,666 (on-road, Chennai).
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2018 Yamaha FZ-S and Fazer With Updates Leaked
The Yamaha FZ-S and Fazer 150 cc motorcycles are consistent sellers for the manufacturer and are all set to get upgrades for 2018. As per the leaked brochure images emerged online, Yamaha Motor India will soon introduce cosmetic upgrades on the Fazer and FZ-S models, while the option of a rear disc brake will be made available as well.
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Dakar 2018, Stage 4: Aravind KP Dropped To 33rd; Santosh Recovers To 56th
Indian riders Aravind KP and CS Santosh showed progress but the former struggled to maintain pace and completed the stage in 44th position. Meanwhile, Hero's CS Santosh recovered well after the fuel cap blunder yesterday but was slowed down by a crash.
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Bajaj Dominar In New Red And Blue Shades Launched For 2018
Bajaj Auto has launched the 2018 Dominar in the country with two new paint schemes. The flagship offering from the bike maker is now available in Canyon Red and Glacier Blue shades, in addition to the existing matte black option. The motorcycle now also comes with gold painted alloy wheels complementing the new colour options.
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2018 Bajaj Discover 110 And 125 Launched In India; Priced From Rs. 50,176
Bajaj Auto has revived the Discover 110 cc motorcycle once again as it plans to take on the commuter segment more competitively against the likes of Hero, Honda and TVS. The 2018 Bajaj Discover 125 also gets substantial updates for the New Year.
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2018 Bajaj Avenger Street 220 Images Leaked Ahead Of Debut
The Bajaj Avenger range is set to get a overhaul soon and will be introduced with a tonne of upgrades. Now ahead of its official unveil, images of the 2018 Bajaj Avenger Street 220 have been leaked online revealing all the changes on the cruiser. While retaining its quintessential design, the updated Avenger Street 220 gets a tonne of styling changes and new features too for a more modern appeal.
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Dakar 2018, Stage 3: CS Santosh Drops To 56th; Aravind KP Finishes 29th
The third stage of the 2018 Dakar Rally was held from Pisco to San Juan de Marcona in Peru with riders subjected to windy and dusty conditions through the 296 km special stage and a 208 km liaison section. However, Indian contingent CS Santosh had a tough end to Stage 3, dropping down to 56th. The rider had a good start to the day but loss an hour of time due to a loose fuel cap.
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Hyundai Verna To Get 1.4-Litre Petrol Engine; Priced At Rs. 7.30 Lakh
While the 1.4 units from the predecessor were given a miss at the time of launch, Hyundai India is all set to introduce the Verna 1.4 petrol soon in the country. Dealer sources have confirmed to Carandbike that the new Hyundai Verna 1.4 petrol is all set to be Introduced and will go on sale as early as this week. The Hyundai Verna 1.4 petrol is expected to be priced at around Rs. 7.30 lakh (ex-showroom),
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2018 TVS Victor Matte Series Launched; Priced At Rs. 55,890
TVS Motor Company has introduced the new Matte Series for the Victor Premium Edition. The new matter colour scheme is priced at Rs. 55,890 (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is available in two new shades - Blue and Silver, along with additional features. The new colours are complemented by chrome detailing on the visor and a dual tone beige seat.
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Dakar 2018, Stage 2: CS Santosh Drops To 28th; Aravind KP To 32nd
The 2018 Dakar Rally really got the ball rolling in Stage 2 after a giving glimpse of what's to come on Day 1. The 267 km stage with a 12 km liason in Pisco, Peru saw 90 per cent of the stage off track. Hero rider CS Santosh dropped to 29th at the end of Stage 2, finishing the stage with a time of 3hr22m51s, while holding the 28th spot overall.
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Royal Enfield Himalayan Camouflage Edition To Be Launched This Month
The Royal Enfield Himalayan is presently the country's most affordable adventure tourer and despite its niggles, the bike is quite popular at those looking for a no-nonsense adventure motorcycle. While the bike was originally launched in black and white colours in 2016, the Chennai-based bike maker will now introduce the Himalayan with a new camouflage paint scheme on January 12, 2018
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Dakar 2018, Stage 1: CS Santosh Leads Finishing 13th; Aravind KP At 30th
One of the world's most grueling rallies, the 2018 edition of the Dakar Rally has commenced in South America and will be testing the grit of man and machine over the next two weeks. Part of the rally are two Indian teams - Hero MotoSports and TVS-Sherco that back two Indian riders CS Santosh and Aravind KP respectively. The opening stage of the Dakar Rally ended earlier today with Santosh leading the Indian contingent with a finish in the 13th place,
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Yamaha FZ 25 and Fazer 25 Recalled In India
India Yamaha Motor has announced that it will be recalling 23,897 units of its recently launched quarter-litre twins in the country. Both the Yamaha FZ 25 and Yamaha Fazer 25 have been recalled in order to rectify an issue related to head cover bolt loosening. The Japanese bike maker has said that the recall exercise commences with immediate effect and will cover the motorcycles that were manufactured from January 2017.
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New Generation Mercedes-Benz G-Class Leaked Ahead Of Detroit Debut
Images of the new generation Mercedes-Benz G-Class have made their way online revealing the redesigned body that is set for an official debut at the Detroit Motor Show on January 15.
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Royal Enfield Continental GT Discontinued In India; Exports To Continue
Launched in 2013, Royal Enfield has finally pulled the plug on the Continental GT and the motorcycle has been discontinued from the Indian market. Dealers have confirmed to Carandbike about the development and are currently in the process of clearing stocks. The last of the bikes are available with certain dealers across the country and are still up for sale.
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BMW 7 Series Facelift Likely To Arrive In Early 2019
The current generation BMW 7 Series was launched globally in 2015 and is all set to receive a mid-life cycle refresh next year. The German auto giant is working on the updated BMW 7 Series facelift that will subtle cosmetic upgrades and a revised engine line-up as well. The 7 Series facelift is expected to make its global by the end of this year while the model will be made available internationally by March 2019.
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Kia Sorento SUV Spied In India Ahead Of Debut At 2018 Auto Expo
South Korean carmaker Kia Motors announced its entry into the Indian market last year and will be commencing operations by 2019. The Hyundai Group company is gearing up for a public debut at the upcoming 2018 Auto Expo, and will be showcasing its future products as well as interact with the media and potential customers. Now, ahead of its official unveil, Kia's upcoming premium SUV - the Sorento was spotted on public roads and is one of the possible models in the automaker's portfolio.
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Skoda India Posts 30 Per Cent Growth In 2017; Rapid Becomes Bestseller
Banking on its back-to-back launches in the country, Skoda Auto India posted a 30 per cent growth for the year 2017. The automaker sold 17,438 vehicles in the previous year, with the Skoda Rapid being its bestselling offering. In addition, Skoda also announced that the new Octavia and Kodiaq also contributed significantly to the brand's growth in 2017.
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TVS Graphite Concept Based Scooter Spied Testing; To Get LED DRL
While TVS is currently concentrating on the Apache RR 310, the bike maker has a host of products in development including a new performance scooter. The upcoming offering is said to be based on the TVS Graphite concept that was showcased at the 2014 Auto Expo and was recently spotted in a camouflaged avatar outside a dealership in Bangalore.
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