Weekly Round-up of our Top Stories
Another week has gone by and the news of the Automotive Industry is getting hotter as the days go by. This week, however, was dominated by the 2014 Geneva Motorshow. With so many world premieres, launches and concept cars under one roof, you would wonder if we got a chance to look away at the national scene. But the Indian car and bike manufacturers too kept us on our toes and so here are the top-stories of the week.
1. Nissan - Global NCAP Feud Over cars for Emerging Markets
There have been several reactions since NDTV first broke the story on the Global NCAP crash tests for Indian made cars in February. However, Andy Palmer, the head of Nissan's global product planning, has called the tests absurd. Read more.
2. Bajaj launches the Discover 125 for Rs. 48000
Bajaj has launched a new commuter bike - the Discover 125 for Rs. 48000. Read more.
3. 2014 Geneva Motorshow Round-up
We give you a complete low-down on what happened at the Geneva Motorshow. Read more
4. Affordable Compact SUV's coming to India in 2015
Here are a few compact SUV's that will make it to the market in 2015 and we give you a brief glimpse into the future. Read More
5. Toyota sells 1 millionth car in India
Toyota has achieved a milestone by selling 1 million cars in India. Read more
6. Bernie Ecclestone rules out Indian F1 Grand Prix in 2015
The F1 boss has said that till the tax issues do not get sorted the Indian GP will not return to the F1 calendar. Read more
7. All you wanted to know about Truck-Racing as the sport enters India
Tata Motors brings truck racing to India. Here is a dope on all you wanted to know about the very competitive sport. Read more
8. Piaggio launches the Vespa S
Piaggio launched the Vespa S at Rs. 74414 (ex-showroom Pune). Read more
9. Fiat launches the Linea facelift
Fiat finally started their assault in India and out of the four products coming this year, the Linea facelift is already here. Read more
10. Apple puts iOS on Dashboard with CarPlay
Apple puts its software in the car to make the HMI more interesting and appealing. Read more
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