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car&bike Team

Sep 8, 2017, 6:43 PM

Ford's Lincoln Brand Plans Electrified Versions Of All Models By 2022

As the Lincoln brand rolls out redesigned versions of its existing models and introduces at least one new model, it is planning to introduce plug-in hybrid versions of those vehicles, beginning with the redesigned MKC crossover and the new Aviator crossover in 2019.

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  Cyrus Dhabhar | Sep 8, 2017

  Tata Motors To Use Current Platforms For Electric Car

  Tata Motors would use current or future internal combustion platforms to integrate with electric technology. Unlike Jaguar that has introduced a brand new and standalone platform that will underpin the I-Pace, Tata Motors will not have a standalone electric car platform. This platform integration is mainly due to the fact that Tata Motors would have had to invest a huge amount of money into a brand new standalone platform - money that they do not currently have. The new AMP platform will also most likely be used on electric cars in the future even though the first car on this platform is said to be a premium hatchback that will be launched in 2019.

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  Cyrus Dhabhar | Sep 7, 2017

  Tata Motors To Launch New AMP Platform Cars In 2019

  Earlier this year, Tata Motors announced a plan to consolidate vehicle platforms from the current 6 to a mere 2 in the next few years. Each of these platforms would have multiple top structures and the platform will be adaptable to various lengths, widths, suspension setups and even wheelbase differences. The first platform of the two will be called AMP or Advanced Modular Platform and will be used for the next generation of hatchback and sedan applications along with new SUV applications. The first Tata Motors car based on the AMP platform will be launched in 2019 and will most likely be a larger premium hatchback.

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  Cyrus Dhabhar | Sep 7, 2017

  Jeep Compass SUV Scores 5-Star Safety Rating In Euro NCAP Crash Test

  The Euro NCAP recently crash tested the left hand drive version of the Jeep Compass and the SUV has scored a 5-star safety rating for the variant tested. The Jeep Compass scored a 90 per cent score for Adult occupant safety whereas child occupant safety was given an 83 per cent score.

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  car&bike Team | Sep 6, 2017

  Renault India Launches My Renault App

  Renault India has launched the 'My Renault' app in the country. The app will be available on iOS and Android platforms and will offer over 60 features along with a first of its kind e-commerce facility on an app provided by an automaker in India.

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  car&bike Team | Sep 6, 2017

  Escorts Unveil New Tractor Series In India And An Electric Tractor Concept

  Escorts India unveiled a new range of tractors in India along with the first ever compact electric tractor concept. These tractors will be launched in India over the next two years or so.

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  car&bike Team | Sep 6, 2017

  United States To Unveil Revised Self-Driving Car Guidelines

  President Donald Trump's administration is set to unveil revised self-driving vehicle guidelines next week in Michigan, responding to automakers' calls for elimination of legal barriers to putting autonomous vehicles on the road, sources briefed on the matter said on Tuesday.

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  Pratik Rakshit | Sep 6, 2017

  Nissan Leaf Electric Car Unveiled; Gets Autonomous Tech And A Range Of 400 Km

  The new-gen Nissan Leaf has finally been uncovered and this was a much needed upgrade for the car. The new Leaf comes with autonomous technology, a range of 400 km and improved driving dynamics.

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  Cyrus Dhabhar | Sep 5, 2017

  Maruti Suzuki Electric Car Plans Outlined

  In a recent statement that has been put out in the Maruti Suzuki annual report 16-17, R. C. Bhargava, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki has said that the automaker will not hold back on electric vehicles once it has determined that the Indian public is ready to buy them. He also pointed towards the upcoming joint venture between Toyota and Suzuki and how Maruti Suzuki would benefit greatly from the technological solutions in the EV space that Toyota couple provide - including cutting edge hardware and patents. R. C. Bhargava also continued to mention how until the full electric car was a viable solution, Maruti Suzuki would continue to concentrate on the mild hybrid SHVS technologies that are currently being used in the likes of the Ciaz and the Ertiga.

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