Thursday, October 29, 2009
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Tata's 1st Nano delivered
Tata Motors delivered its first Nano today.
The first batch of 50 examples of the world’s cheapest car have been produced at a factory in Pantnagar. Ashok Raghunath Vichare of Mumbai was the first customer to get a Tata Nano and was handed the keys by Ratan Tata.
At the event Tata said, “I hope the Tata Nano will bring motoring pleasure to those who will be buying their first car as also those who currently own cars but want a modern, contemporary, emission-friendly city car."
The Nano had received more than 200,000 orders for the initial 100,000 cars. Deliveries are expected to increase later this year when construction work is completed on a new Tata factory in Gujarat.
The first batch of 50 examples of the world’s cheapest car have been produced at a factory in Pantnagar. Ashok Raghunath Vichare of Mumbai was the first customer to get a Tata Nano and was handed the keys by Ratan Tata.
At the event Tata said, “I hope the Tata Nano will bring motoring pleasure to those who will be buying their first car as also those who currently own cars but want a modern, contemporary, emission-friendly city car."
The Nano had received more than 200,000 orders for the initial 100,000 cars. Deliveries are expected to increase later this year when construction work is completed on a new Tata factory in Gujarat.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Past and Furious: Get dressed down Mercedes for Rs 5 lakh
NEW DELHI: For thousands of Indian auto enthusiasts, this is the closest thing to petrol-head heaven. Car-modification experts are working overtime to cut costs. And by the look of things they have it all figured out. No, you still don’t get a gull-winged coupe for the price of a Maruti 800. But double that amount and you might be able to snap up a souped-up BMW or Mercedes.
For Indian automobile buffs, modification has always been expensive. But not anymore. Now for anything between Rs 5 lakh and Rs 6 lakh, modification gurus are only too happy to build you a spanking new custom-made hot rod - cost of car included. And less money doesn’t necessarily mean less of a car. A beaming Beamer or a snotty Merc - that’s what you get.
Earlier, it was almost impossible to get a customised Merc or Beamer at this price. But now due to the slowdown in business, car studios have found out a way to work around the problem. And customers are happy too. Who doesn’t want to be seen in a Merc or a Beamer? And if it comes at a fraction of the cost of a new vehicle, customers feel that they have hit the jackpot.
“First, let us get new cars out of the way,” says Arush Vohra owner of Autopsyche, a Delhi-based car studio. By new cars, he means favourites such as the Honda Accord, Skoda RS and the ever-popular Honda Civic. “New cars cost money. Instead, we spend around Rs 2.5 lakh and pick up old BMWs and Mercedes from the used-car market,” he reveals. “These cars don’t require any major overhauling since their build quality is excellent, and mechanically they are well-suited to Indian conditions.” According to Vohra, Autopsyche has modified a good number of BMWs and Mercs till now.
Source: Economic times
For Indian automobile buffs, modification has always been expensive. But not anymore. Now for anything between Rs 5 lakh and Rs 6 lakh, modification gurus are only too happy to build you a spanking new custom-made hot rod - cost of car included. And less money doesn’t necessarily mean less of a car. A beaming Beamer or a snotty Merc - that’s what you get.
Earlier, it was almost impossible to get a customised Merc or Beamer at this price. But now due to the slowdown in business, car studios have found out a way to work around the problem. And customers are happy too. Who doesn’t want to be seen in a Merc or a Beamer? And if it comes at a fraction of the cost of a new vehicle, customers feel that they have hit the jackpot.
“First, let us get new cars out of the way,” says Arush Vohra owner of Autopsyche, a Delhi-based car studio. By new cars, he means favourites such as the Honda Accord, Skoda RS and the ever-popular Honda Civic. “New cars cost money. Instead, we spend around Rs 2.5 lakh and pick up old BMWs and Mercedes from the used-car market,” he reveals. “These cars don’t require any major overhauling since their build quality is excellent, and mechanically they are well-suited to Indian conditions.” According to Vohra, Autopsyche has modified a good number of BMWs and Mercs till now.
Source: Economic times
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a complete package of technical innovations. This particular series of the luxury sedan made its debut in India in 2001. Classy design, grand interiors, superb drive and ride quality, all these qualities together make the vehicles in the C-Class commanding on road. Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a visual delight for the spectators and gives a majestic feeling to the people riding in it. The latest models of this class perfectly suit the lifestyle of luxury buyers and promise to deliver outstanding performance on Indian roads.
Engine
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with three engine options - C63 AMG petrol, C200 K petrol and C220 CDI diesel. The C63 AMG V8 engine churns out a massive power of 457 hp @ 6800 rpm and a peak torque of 600 Nm @ 5000 rpm. C200 K engine delivers maximum output of 178 hp @ 5600 rpm and torque of 240 Nm @ 3500-4500 rpm. On the other hand, the C220 CDI diesel engine produces 170 hp of power @ 3800 rpm and generates maximum torque of 410 Nm @ 2000 rpm. All the three engines have undergone technical enhancements to maximize the power output in order to increase the overall performance. In other words, this series brings out mean machines, right at your disposal!
Design And Comfort
The 2008 models of Mercedes-Benz C-Class are bigger than their previous versions, in terms of overall length, wheelbase, front and rear shoulder room and boot space. The striking exteriors of the all-new luxury sedan models are perfectly in sync with the plush interiors. Adorning the front grille is Merc's big, three-pointed star emblem. The rear portion of the cars is beautified with sparkling tail lamps. Low interior noise allows for a relaxed ride. The C-Class series stands out for providing unmatched comfort to its occupants.
Interiors
The latest models of Mercedes-Benz C-Class come with refined interiors. The cabin is very spacious, with ample leg, hip and shoulder room. Some of the models are of this class have been trimmed in aluminum. A single-slot CD player is mounted on the well-organized dash. Automatic Climate Control system of the cars maintains precise cabin temperature. Audio controls are mounted on the leather wrapped steering wheel.
Ride And Handling
The latest models of Mercedes-Benz C-Class come with high ground clearance. The suspension system of C-Class is finely tuned, soaking all the bumps on uneven Indian roads. Its damping system is regulated electronically, which adjusts itself according to the driving situation. The luxury sedan offers dynamic handling and smooth drive on varying road conditions.
Engine
Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes with three engine options - C63 AMG petrol, C200 K petrol and C220 CDI diesel. The C63 AMG V8 engine churns out a massive power of 457 hp @ 6800 rpm and a peak torque of 600 Nm @ 5000 rpm. C200 K engine delivers maximum output of 178 hp @ 5600 rpm and torque of 240 Nm @ 3500-4500 rpm. On the other hand, the C220 CDI diesel engine produces 170 hp of power @ 3800 rpm and generates maximum torque of 410 Nm @ 2000 rpm. All the three engines have undergone technical enhancements to maximize the power output in order to increase the overall performance. In other words, this series brings out mean machines, right at your disposal!
Design And Comfort
The 2008 models of Mercedes-Benz C-Class are bigger than their previous versions, in terms of overall length, wheelbase, front and rear shoulder room and boot space. The striking exteriors of the all-new luxury sedan models are perfectly in sync with the plush interiors. Adorning the front grille is Merc's big, three-pointed star emblem. The rear portion of the cars is beautified with sparkling tail lamps. Low interior noise allows for a relaxed ride. The C-Class series stands out for providing unmatched comfort to its occupants.
Interiors
The latest models of Mercedes-Benz C-Class come with refined interiors. The cabin is very spacious, with ample leg, hip and shoulder room. Some of the models are of this class have been trimmed in aluminum. A single-slot CD player is mounted on the well-organized dash. Automatic Climate Control system of the cars maintains precise cabin temperature. Audio controls are mounted on the leather wrapped steering wheel.
Ride And Handling
The latest models of Mercedes-Benz C-Class come with high ground clearance. The suspension system of C-Class is finely tuned, soaking all the bumps on uneven Indian roads. Its damping system is regulated electronically, which adjusts itself according to the driving situation. The luxury sedan offers dynamic handling and smooth drive on varying road conditions.
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Safety
Mercedes-Benz C-Class is equipped with all the advanced safety features, which ensure utmost comfort to all its occupants. Its safety features, such as Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS) and Electronic Stability Program (ESP), help reduce the risk of injury in the event of any danger. The individualized safety systems protect passengers from the impact of collision.
Variants, Price And Color
The variants of Mercedes-Benz C-Class include C63 AMG, C200 K Elegance and C220 CDI Elegance. Its price ranges from Rs 24 lakh to Rs 30 lakh. The luxury sedan is available in a lovely range of colors, which includes Obsidian Black, Tansanite Blue, Periclase Green, Carneol Red, Tenorite Grey, Palladium Silver, Cubanite Silver, Sani dinebeige and Iridium Silver.
Source: India Server
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Mercedes Parts
Find the mercedes parts of various models from google or official website of mercedes benz.Models
mercedes ml, mercedes clk, mercedes coupe, mercedes vito.
Used mercedes also has a huge market in asian countries in recession. It been an added advantage for the mecedes benz to market their products in developing asian countries.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Recession-wave -Mercs make good business in India!
They may be IT professionals and businessmen, apparently still doing brisk business this year. The owners may also be the sons of prominent politicians that have amassed wealth with their low paying MLA and MP jobs at the state secretariats and the parliament.According to industry experts the market for luxury cars expanded at a much faster rate than anticipated in 2008, however due to the on-going economic crisis the growth will be subdued this year. Despite this luxury car makers are confident that the market will grow to 9,500 units by the end of next year from 7,500 units sold last year.
S-Class Drive your mercedes home today!
Its been long car lovers waiting for a refined and classy looks in S-Class. Mercedes Benz have brought the road to an end and introduced its new S-C
lass models in the market. The images and its looks shall speak more about the new car. Everything that Business class looking for gets under one roof. The all time favorite and endavour model S 600The new C-Class
The launch of the new C-Class has been met vast and extremely positive interest and press reviews over the past couple of years. The sporty new model has been designed for fast and precise response and to be an appreciable improvement on its predecessor. The new Advanced Sport Mode gives drivers more dynamic handling at the push of a button. Spacious and refined the new C-Class offers engine and interior choices to ensure everyone can create their perfect fit.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Mercedes-Benz E-Class “aura of quality”
There is an "aura of quality and solidarity" that makes the latest Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe special, particularly on the inside, a review has stated.
Writing for the Independent, John Simister highlighted that for a vehicle so sleek, offering a coefficient of aerodynamic drag of just 0.24, passengers can benefit from lots of space in the back of the coupe.
Meanwhile, they should definitely feel safe as the car is fitted with the typical Mercedes-Benz "onslaught of electronic safety and convenience cleverness".
Furthermore, when looking at the exterior, Mr Simister chose to highlight comments made by Mercedes-Benz Design Director Karl-Heinz Bauer at a recent meeting.
In response to a question asking if today’s cars have become a little "overstyled and overwrought", Mr Bauer responded: "That’s what people want.
"They want something showy that marks their cars out as new and we have new models more often than ever before."
Mr Simister concludes by saying that a motorist will especially be getting a "truly delightful car" if they wait until September for the release of the Mercedes-Benz E250.
The first Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe was recently collected by Siegfried Moller from the production plant in Bremen, Germany.
Register your details to be the first to experience the E-Class Coupe
Source: Mercedes Benz UK
Writing for the Independent, John Simister highlighted that for a vehicle so sleek, offering a coefficient of aerodynamic drag of just 0.24, passengers can benefit from lots of space in the back of the coupe.
Meanwhile, they should definitely feel safe as the car is fitted with the typical Mercedes-Benz "onslaught of electronic safety and convenience cleverness".
Furthermore, when looking at the exterior, Mr Simister chose to highlight comments made by Mercedes-Benz Design Director Karl-Heinz Bauer at a recent meeting.
In response to a question asking if today’s cars have become a little "overstyled and overwrought", Mr Bauer responded: "That’s what people want.
"They want something showy that marks their cars out as new and we have new models more often than ever before."
Mr Simister concludes by saying that a motorist will especially be getting a "truly delightful car" if they wait until September for the release of the Mercedes-Benz E250.
The first Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe was recently collected by Siegfried Moller from the production plant in Bremen, Germany.
Register your details to be the first to experience the E-Class Coupe
Source: Mercedes Benz UK
Mercedes-Benz S-Class driving pleasure
"Outstanding agility and driving pleasure" awaits drivers who purchase a vehicle from the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class range, it has been revealed. Reason for benefits is new and improved systems added to the vehicles
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.These include the Direct-Steer system, which improves a driver’s steering precision. Reduce the number of turns needed of a steering wheel by 25 per cent, which could be especially beneficial for a motorist driving in inner-city areas.
Meanwhile, the steering is also supported through a new addition to the 2009 S-Class – the Torque Vectoring Brake.
This is a one-sided braking intervention that affects the inside rear wheel when a motorist is taking a corner, enabling a vehicle to maintain full control through a corner without the risk of a loss of handling dynamics.
Other technical highlights of the vehicle range that come as standard include adaptive front airbags that deploy in two stages and NECK-PRO head restraints.
Explore the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon available in the UK.
Source: MercedesBenz UK
Meanwhile, the steering is also supported through a new addition to the 2009 S-Class – the Torque Vectoring Brake.
This is a one-sided braking intervention that affects the inside rear wheel when a motorist is taking a corner, enabling a vehicle to maintain full control through a corner without the risk of a loss of handling dynamics.
Other technical highlights of the vehicle range that come as standard include adaptive front airbags that deploy in two stages and NECK-PRO head restraints.
Explore the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon available in the UK.
Source: MercedesBenz UK
Friday, May 8, 2009
Mercedes-New S : 350
DESIGN, ENGINEERING and INTERIORS
The new S is certainly radical in the looks department and its styling splits opinion right down the middle. Longer and larger than the outgoing car, the new S has an all-new profile that blends sporty, large wheel arches and a low nose with a Maybach limo-like steeply raked rear windscreen and boot section. At the front, a very modern fender line blends wheel arch and headlight, while the bonnet line sweeps up from the windscreen over the roof and down the rear. The CA�s silhouette looks elegant when cruising past, imparting an air of effortless motion.
Every inch of the S-350 interiors is covered in the finest quality materials. The grain of the wood, quality of the thick but supple leather, the well-damped manner in which the metal capped buttons work and the micron perfect fit all prove that Mercedes has met its objective of improving interior quality.
This car is a dedicated four-seater, where all seats can be adjusted for various parameters. Yes, this may leave precious little space for a fifth passenger, but only superlative adjectives can be used to describe the seats. Each a size larger than necessary for that extra bit of comfort, they support you in areas other seats don�t reach � upper and lower thigh, the edges of your shoulder blades, and the entire length of your back. You�re seated at the perfect height behind, and like the earlier S, the seats can either have cool air flowing through them or be heated, adding considerably to overall comfort.
What we didn�t particularly care for was the design of the dash. Some elements of the design echo the solidly-built Mercs of yesteryear, with chunky detailing and bold surfaces. Merc has also included a number of features that first featured on the BMW 7-series �Merc�s version of i-Drive, called Comand, a steering column-mounted automatic gear stalk or selector and a push-button parking brake. The Comand system is easier to use than BMW�s i-Drive, but like Audi�s MMI system, the dash still has plenty of buttons on it. There is also a Comand dial for rear seat passengers, but this only offers control for the rear-mounted screens and a DVD player � part of the package.
The car has an improved version of the �Airmatic� suspension found in the earlier version, and we don�t hesitate to call this the best air suspension system around � better than on any of its competitors. As with any of these systems, it has the ability to raise the ride height of the car if road conditions demand it, making the S relatively stress-free to drive on our roads.
PERFORMANCE, FUEL ECONOMY and HANDLING
Source: Auto Car India
The new S is certainly radical in the looks department and its styling splits opinion right down the middle. Longer and larger than the outgoing car, the new S has an all-new profile that blends sporty, large wheel arches and a low nose with a Maybach limo-like steeply raked rear windscreen and boot section. At the front, a very modern fender line blends wheel arch and headlight, while the bonnet line sweeps up from the windscreen over the roof and down the rear. The CA�s silhouette looks elegant when cruising past, imparting an air of effortless motion.
Every inch of the S-350 interiors is covered in the finest quality materials. The grain of the wood, quality of the thick but supple leather, the well-damped manner in which the metal capped buttons work and the micron perfect fit all prove that Mercedes has met its objective of improving interior quality.
This car is a dedicated four-seater, where all seats can be adjusted for various parameters. Yes, this may leave precious little space for a fifth passenger, but only superlative adjectives can be used to describe the seats. Each a size larger than necessary for that extra bit of comfort, they support you in areas other seats don�t reach � upper and lower thigh, the edges of your shoulder blades, and the entire length of your back. You�re seated at the perfect height behind, and like the earlier S, the seats can either have cool air flowing through them or be heated, adding considerably to overall comfort.
What we didn�t particularly care for was the design of the dash. Some elements of the design echo the solidly-built Mercs of yesteryear, with chunky detailing and bold surfaces. Merc has also included a number of features that first featured on the BMW 7-series �Merc�s version of i-Drive, called Comand, a steering column-mounted automatic gear stalk or selector and a push-button parking brake. The Comand system is easier to use than BMW�s i-Drive, but like Audi�s MMI system, the dash still has plenty of buttons on it. There is also a Comand dial for rear seat passengers, but this only offers control for the rear-mounted screens and a DVD player � part of the package.
The car has an improved version of the �Airmatic� suspension found in the earlier version, and we don�t hesitate to call this the best air suspension system around � better than on any of its competitors. As with any of these systems, it has the ability to raise the ride height of the car if road conditions demand it, making the S relatively stress-free to drive on our roads.
PERFORMANCE, FUEL ECONOMY and HANDLING
Under the hood is a new motor that uses a four-valve-per-cylinder head, as against the earlier model�s three. This, along with other new features, means power is up 11 percent. However, despite the car�s 272 bhp and 35kgm of torque, it still lacks the S500�s sheer waftabillity, where even a slight dab on the accelerator sends the car darting forward effortlessly. And again, we love the extra seventh gear ratio, but this gearbox, like other Merc seven-speeders, sometimes seems to flounder, deciding between gears when you call for instant thrust.
However, what increased our rather amorous feelings for the S-class even further was the manner in which this car drove. It has no right to feel light, agile and attack corners this way. But at almost two tons, it still does. There are three modes you can drive this car in � Comfort, Sport and Manual � the last allows you to shift gears via buttons behind the steering wheel. Select �Sport� and the car recognises you want to drive with more urgency, and it tweaks the Airmatic suspension and adaptive dampers, and even lowers the car�s ride height by 20mm after 120kph. Pressing on in the massive S-class is not intimidating at all. In fact, the car tightens up its act and displays superb body control and poise around corners. It�s ever willing to turn into corners, grip is very strong and the brakes on this new S-class have much more feel.
The ludicrous bit, for a car its weight and engine power, is it managed all of 6.1kpl in the city and 9.1kpl on the highway! We often explain that if a car is heavier, more fuel is consumed, but this is all about Mercedes-Benz bending the rules of physics.
However, what increased our rather amorous feelings for the S-class even further was the manner in which this car drove. It has no right to feel light, agile and attack corners this way. But at almost two tons, it still does. There are three modes you can drive this car in � Comfort, Sport and Manual � the last allows you to shift gears via buttons behind the steering wheel. Select �Sport� and the car recognises you want to drive with more urgency, and it tweaks the Airmatic suspension and adaptive dampers, and even lowers the car�s ride height by 20mm after 120kph. Pressing on in the massive S-class is not intimidating at all. In fact, the car tightens up its act and displays superb body control and poise around corners. It�s ever willing to turn into corners, grip is very strong and the brakes on this new S-class have much more feel.
The ludicrous bit, for a car its weight and engine power, is it managed all of 6.1kpl in the city and 9.1kpl on the highway! We often explain that if a car is heavier, more fuel is consumed, but this is all about Mercedes-Benz bending the rules of physics.
Source: Auto Car India
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