SSC Untimate Aero vs Lamborghini LP640 video

The Ultimate Aero TT is a supercar built by Shelby Super Cars (SSC) in order to rival the new Bugatti Veyron with speeds of over 250 mph (400 km/h) and a 0-60 mph time of 2.78 seconds (for the Ultimate Aero TT version).
Guinness World Records on October 9 2007, gave the SSC Aero the world's fastest production car title. Ultimate Aero's engine is a 6.35-litre (387.2 cu.in.), rated at 1,180 bhp (880 kW) @ 6950 rpm and 1,094 ft·lbf (1,483 N·m). torque @ 6150 rpm, with twin turbocharger with cab adjustable boost pressure.


Video of the SSC Ulimate Aero vs Lamborghini LP640.

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Budget highlights for Auto Industry

Budget headlines:-

• Excise duty on small cars cut, reduced to 12% from 16%.
  
• Excise duty down on 2 & 3 wheelers to 12% from 16%.
• Excise duty on Hybrid vehicles reduced to 14% from 24%.
• Customs duty on imported vehicles unchanged.
  

What this means is 2 wheels and small cars will be cheaper by around 4%.

Hyundai Motor India and General Motors today said they would slash prices by up to Rs 16,000.

The price cut on Santro could be between Rs 12,000 and Rs 14,000, while that on Getz would be between Rs 14,000 and Rs 16,000. Price cut on the newly launched i10 could be between Rs 12,000 and Rs 16,000.

General Motors is also cutting the price of its small cars Spark and Aveo U-VA.

Reductions for Maruti cars range from 6,500 rupees for the Maruti 800 model to 18,030 rupees for the diesel-powered Swift hatchbacks.

Reactions from the Industry:-

"We have decided to pass on the benefit of the excise duty cut to customers on three models--Santro, i10 and the Getz-- effective April 1,"
- Hyundai official

"We will be cutting the prices of our small cars between Rs 7,500 and Rs 14,000,"
- GM India Vice-President P Balendran

"While the step was a welcome one, it would create a further gap between the small cars and the big cars segment."
"The excise cut on Hybrid cars, would not benefit the customers much as the hydrid would be fully imported and the customs duty has not been changed."
-Honda Siel Car India Senior (HSCI) General Manager Jnaneswar Sen

"Very good, but unexpected to stop degrowth. Finance availability is a major issue."
- Suzuki Motorcycle India Vice-President Sales and Marketing Atul Gupta

"It was really heartening to hear the union finance minister announcing the slash in excise as this will result not only in bringing down prices but also in boosting the sagging sales of two-wheelers."
- Niraj Bajaj Director Bajaj Auto Ltd

"The market had been wanting this to arrest the slide in demand in recent months.''
- Mr. Munjal Managing Director Hero Honda

source:-
The Economic Times
Bloomberg
Mytoday

Mitsubishi Cedia with Auto LPG launched in Ahmedabad

The new Cedia with Auto LPG, is now available in the commercial capital of Gujarat – Ahmedabad. The new Cedia elect which comes with a factory fitted auto LPG. The Cedia ALPG is cleaner, greener and pocket friendly in addition to being synonymous with exhilaration, excitement and power.
Latest new generation alternate fuel technology has been used in the Cedia ALPG. The technological know-how and kit is provided by BRC Gas equipment Co. Italy, a leader in alternate fuel technology. Mr. Y.V.S Vijay Kumar, Vice-President Hindustan Motors said on the occasion “the Common Rail Gas Injection with Sequent Technology ensures there’s no compromise on power and keeps the emissions extremely low.”

The features & convenience of this car include:

• Shift from petrol mode to ALPG mode and vice-versa with the help of ergonomically placed electronic changeover switch, at the central console
• Automatic switching to petrol mode when LPG is over and auto switching to petrol when LPG is exhausted ensuring peace of mind.
• Can cover a distance of 1000 KMs on full capacity in petrol and ALPG.
• Separate gas filling point so no need to take cylinder out to fill it.
• Lavish boot space due to sleek capsule type LPG fuel tank.

Sufficient safety precautions have been taken in section of multi-valve, fuel tank and wiring harness which take care of you completely. Moreover LPG impacts greenhouse emissions less than any other fossil fuel and is clean while burning with high octane thus making it an environment friendly fuel.

Technical details of the Cedia Select with ALPG:-
Alternate Fuel: Auto Lpg
Equipment kit: BRC Gas equipment Co. Italy
Tank capacity: 48 liters
Tank weight: 22kg
Tank pressure: 8 - 10 Bar
Fuel ingection: Sequent Multi point Fuel Injection
Microprocessor: Additional 16 bit Lpg Microprocessor

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TVS Flame 125cc to be relaunched with single spark plug engine

Earlier posts:-
Tvs Flame launched at 45,000 ex-showroom Chennai

Madras High Court had earlier restrained TVS from manufacturing, marketing and selling the Flame or the CCVTi technology. TVS will now launch the new 125cc Flame with single-spark plug ignition technology provided by AVL of Austria, as against the originally proposed twin-spark plug ignition technology.

Flame will use a new engine featuring a three-valve dual induction system, using the proven single-spark plug ignition, specially developed, patented and licensed to TVS Motor by AVL of Austria, a world leader in internal combustion engine technology.

Venu Srinivasan, Chairman, said Flame, with single-spark plug ignition, would be launched in March. He expected TVS Motor to distribute 20,000 Flame vehicles in March. The new TVS Flame would be priced at Rs. 46,000 ex-showroom. The new Flame is currently awaiting ARAI approvals.

TVS has decided to play it safe this time by appointing a team who would investigate any patent violations this time. TVS has lost precious time in the legal battle and to make matters worse for TVS the all new 125cc BAJAJ XCD Sprint and Yamaha's New Gladiator Type SS & RS are expected to give TVS a real run for their money.

Note:-
Bajaj was awarded global and Indian patent (195904) for DTSi small engines in 2002 for a period of 20 years.

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Read what Mr. Mr Venu Srinivasan, CMD, TVS Motor has to say here.

Annual Haig-VCCCI Vintage Car and Motorcycle rally

The 21st annual Haig-VCCCI Vintage Car and Motorcycle Fiesta was held in Mumbai on 24 feb, drawing 200 participants and vintage enthusiasts from around the country.

The event was organized by the Vintage and Classic Car Club of India (VCCCI), India's official body for vintage motor vehicles in association with the Western India Automobile Association and Mumbai Traffic Police. The cars covered a distance of roughly 40 kilometres.

Pictures of the 1937 918cc Morris Eight

There were total 195 entries this year including one from my neighborhood, the stunning 1937 Morris Eight with 918cc engine. Amongst the other participant were 1908 Wolseley, 1919 Fiat, a 1933 Austin Harley.

There were a number of vintage motorcycles on show as well. Many of these vehicles have been owned by Maharajas in the past.

Boss Hoss: World's most powerful production motorcycle

Most powerful "Production Motorcycle":

The GSX1300R Hayabusa ? Kawasaki 14R ? The Triumph iii Rocket?
Well yeah these are fast and powerful machines but the big daddy of all production motorcycles is the lesser known Boss Hoss. If you have never heard about it, good for you cause this is something that will freak you out.

Boss Hoss Cycles, Inc. was established in 1990 when Monte Warne, the founder and president of Boss Hoss Cycles, Inc., created his first Chevy V-8 powered motorcycle in his 5000 square foot shop in Dyersburg, TN. Monte, a commercial aircraft pilot and degreed Aviation Airframe and Power plant technician, was the first to design a V-8 powered motorcycle that has a traditional cruiser motorcycle style, look and feel.

Over the past seventeen years Boss Hoss Cycles, Inc. has grown from its humble beginnings in Monte’s shop to a 22,000 square foot manufacturing facility. Boss Hoss has continued to broaden and expand the V8 motorcycling horizons. In January of 2006 Boss Hoss motorcycles and manufacturing facility received full vehicle type-approval from the European Commission (EC), effectively making Boss Hoss Cycles, Inc. the only globally approved V8 motorcycle manufacturer.

Boss Hoss motorcycles

If I were to describe the machine in one word, I would say INSANE. The Devil on 2 wheels. Chechk out the specifications of this 6000cc V8 powered beast.

Pictures of the Boss Hoss

BHC-3 LS2 Techincal specifications:-

Engine

Type Liquid Cooled V-8

Horsepower 425@5750 rpm

Torque 425 Ft.Lbs. @ 4750 rpm

Block Aluminum - 6 bolt main

Cylinders Aluminum (65cc)

Valvetrain 2.00" Int./1.55" Exh.

Size 364 ci.i (6000cc)

Compression 10.9:1

Fuel Injection Multi-port

Exhaust 2.5" with daul mufflers

Transmission 2-speed semi-auto w/rev.

Final Drive Belt, Gates - Polychain

Dimensions

Overall Length 103"

Wheel Base 77.0"
Seat Height25.0"
Rake 33.0°
Grd. Dlearance 4.5"
Frame Width 28.0
GVWR 1675 lbs.

Dry Weight 1065 lbs.

Tires/Wheels

Front 130/90-16, 3.5"x16.0"

Rear 230/60, 7.0"x15.0"

Suspension (Adj. Preload)

Front 63mm inverted forks, 3.5" travel

Rear Dual 11.0" coilover shocks

Brakes

Front Dual four-pinston calipers

Rear Single four-piston caliper

Fuel Tank 8.5 gal.

Reserve n/a

High/Low MPG 26/21

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Website:- Boss Hoss motorcycles

New Tata Indica and Indigo cs

Pictures of the new Indica V3 Pictures originaly posted by anshuman on team-bhp forum

The new generation Indica V3 has been given a complete makeover and surprises with its stunning looks with a two box construction. It has a sporty frontal look with its distinctive wide-eyed stylised headlamps and pronounced signature Tata grill. The look is accentuated by muscular wheel arches sharp creases merging with its contoured surfaces and the sleek, full-length tail lamps. In the interior, the distinctive instrument cluster is now placed in the centre of the dashboard between the passenger and the driver seats.
The new Indica is bigger than the current Indica with a length of 3795 mm (existing 3675 mm), width of 1695 mm, height of 1550 mm and wheelbase of 2470 mm (existing 2400 mm). The rear sloping wind screen also increases the sense of spaciousness in the passenger cabin. The new Indica will be available with a new range of world class diesel and petrol engines and transmissions with a new suspension. The car will be offered with a new 1.3 litre Quadra-Jet Common Rail Direct Injection Diesel engine and a 1.2 litre Safire MPFI VVT Petrol engine, which will be manufactured at the new Tata-Fiat joint venture plant at Ranjangaon in Maharashtra, besides existing Tata powertrains. The car will sport a 5 speed synchromesh gearbox with overdrive, bigger 175/65 R 14 tubeless tyres and a twist beam suspension. The new Indica will be launched in the latter part of 2008 and will coexist with the present Indica range at a higher price point.

Pictures originaly posted by anshuman on team-bhp forum

Indigo CS (Compact Sedan):
The world’s first sub four-metre sedan, the Tata Indigo CS is positioned as the first car for young professionals. It carries forward the cabin seating comfort and space package, that is now closely associated with the Indigo range and a capacious 400 litre boot. Clever and efficient design has made it possible to encapsulate this entire package within the four metre length, making this car a complete package to address the combined demands of space and manoeuvrability in our congested cities. The Indigo CS sports a stylish new tail light cluster in the rear embedded in a smart new rear profile completed with a new, trimmer rear bumper. The front of the car has also been visually differentiated with a new front grille and new headlamps.

The new car is available in both petrol and diesel variants. The petrol variant is equipped with a multi-point fuel injection engine powered by a 32bit microprocessor and churns out a maximum power of 65PS @ 5200 rpm. The diesel variant comes with the turbo-charged intercooled engine that generates 70PS @ 4500 rpm. The petrol variants will have beige interiors, while the diesel variants will have black interiors. The Indigo CS will be available in two trim levels – a basic AC model & an AC, power steering model. It will be made available in an exciting new Scarlet Red colour, apart from the existing range of Indigo shades.

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New Tata Sumo Grande pictures, video and specifications

The TATA Nano had pretty much overshadowed the other offerings by TATA at the Auto Expo, but the new TATA Sumo, "GRANDE" is no less important for TATA.

The new Sumo Grande has been completely redesigned and combines the looks of an SUV with the comforts of a family car. The new Sumo Grande is based on the Xenon platform and is much bigger and better compared to the earlier Sumo.

It has been specifically designed to satisfy the needs of city customers in the areas of driveability, maneuverability and fuel efficiency. The Sumo Grande sports an all new styling with clean chiseled looks mating with flowing contours. The tall aggressive stance is complimented by large clear headlamps, and a cutaway air dam in the front. The clean rear look, with the spare wheel tucked under the body, is accentuated by attractive tail lights and a chrome overlay.

Picture of new TATA Sumo Grande

Video of new TATA Sumo Grande

Designed with a longer wheelbase of 2550 mm (existing 2400 mm), the Sumo Grande sports comfortable 3 row seating with best in class third row seats. Beige interiors are complimented by fire and stain resistant fabric upholstery. Dual HVAC with roof integrated louvers ensures personalised climate adjustment for the occupants in each row. Power steering, power windows, motorised ORVMs, height adjustable driver’s seat and a state of the art CD/MP3 music system further add to the comforts and convenience of a family traveling in the Sumo Grande. The vehicle is powered by the new generation 2.2 L direct injection common rail (DICOR) engine, fitted with a variable geometry turbocharger creating a perfect blend of performance and fuel efficiency. Maximum power and torque of 120 PS and 250 Nm, coupled with high torque levels over a wide RPM band enhance driveability in stop start city traffic. For a vehicle its size, the Sumo Grande is extremely manoeuvrable with the turning circle radius of 5.25 m, similar to a small car.

The Sumo Grande will be available in 3 variants – Lx, Ex and Gx -- all of which have two seating configurations – 6+1 and 7+1. The vehicle will be available in 7 colours, including 4 new shades, Sunset Orange, Zephyr Green, Mineral Red and Marine Blue. The Sumo Grande range is priced in the range of Rs.6.55 lakhs to Rs.7.49 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi). It comes with an enhanced warranty of 2 years or 75000 kms. (whichever is earlier). An additional 2 years’ warranty can be availed through the extended warranty option. The vehicle will be available in showrooms across the country from the first week of February 2008.

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Videos of Yamaha YZF R15 and FZ

360 degree view of Yamaha YZF R15 and FZ.

For pictures and specifications of the Yamaha YZF R15 and FZ, click here

Yamaha R 15



Another superd video of R15 here
Yamaha FZ


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