Tata Pixel to be unveiled at Geneva Show

<center><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QxDWnJDp-zY/TW-QhyYfeBI/AAAAAAAEFp0/-do3u45rupw/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-7-big.jpg"><img height="399" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QxDWnJDp-zY/TW-QhyYfeBI/AAAAAAAEFp0/-do3u45rupw/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-7-big.jpg" width="600" /></a></center><br />Tata Motors unveiled the new Pixel concept at the Geneva Motor Show. The PIXEL will be powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged three-cylinder diesel engine. With clever technology, the city car will have class leading turning circle radius.<br /><br />This car which is at its premature stage will be primarily made for the European market. It features three Gull winged doors (doors which open in the direction of the sky) and is built on the Nano base which means it’s around 3 meter but comes with better equipped and large interiors keeping in mind the European market. The unveiling will be done by Chairman Mr Ratan Tata.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><br /><center><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QxDWnJDp-zY/TW-QhyYfeBI/AAAAAAAEFp0/-do3u45rupw/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-7-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837373469915154" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QxDWnJDp-zY/TW-QhyYfeBI/AAAAAAAEFp0/-do3u45rupw/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-7-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QM_pbX3JWVA/TW-Qg9qHGKI/AAAAAAAEFpU/EdDmDZlbM4U/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-1-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(0, 102, 204); text-decoration: underline; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837359316736162" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-QM_pbX3JWVA/TW-Qg9qHGKI/AAAAAAAEFpU/EdDmDZlbM4U/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-1-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-s2WfO5n_JjM/TW-QhkMkqkI/AAAAAAAEFps/IDhTnZNW244/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-4-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837369661827650" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-s2WfO5n_JjM/TW-QhkMkqkI/AAAAAAAEFps/IDhTnZNW244/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-4-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g4-wd9eMnw4/TW-QiU4OBLI/AAAAAAAEFqM/r0Dwq3hsfVs/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-10-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837382729794738" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g4-wd9eMnw4/TW-QiU4OBLI/AAAAAAAEFqM/r0Dwq3hsfVs/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-10-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dzmPxqmhma8/TW-QiPKCN8I/AAAAAAAEFp8/qWRSus55Qa4/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-8-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837381193906114" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dzmPxqmhma8/TW-QiPKCN8I/AAAAAAAEFp8/qWRSus55Qa4/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-8-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wZ_U6ab2J3Q/TW-Qho_gbLI/AAAAAAAEFpk/q5ez3bolcPI/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-3-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837370949201074" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wZ_U6ab2J3Q/TW-Qho_gbLI/AAAAAAAEFpk/q5ez3bolcPI/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-3-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MhYTYXkySpk/TW-QhU57uFI/AAAAAAAEFpc/5DHvaVMLb_g/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-2-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837365557114962" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MhYTYXkySpk/TW-QhU57uFI/AAAAAAAEFpc/5DHvaVMLb_g/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-2-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ioLM8ZXUbtk/TW-QgoS0dgI/AAAAAAAEFpM/ivYyrv3IhWU/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-6-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837353581901314" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ioLM8ZXUbtk/TW-QgoS0dgI/AAAAAAAEFpM/ivYyrv3IhWU/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-6-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border:initial none initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zTNk7ujEgSc/TW-QiDeUAII/AAAAAAAEFqE/uGmr4OzvU9Q/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-9-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837378057732226" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zTNk7ujEgSc/TW-QiDeUAII/AAAAAAAEFqE/uGmr4OzvU9Q/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-9-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m6tj8N97Ldg/TW-QgeIYzRI/AAAAAAAEFpE/937FtCErB9E/s1600/Tata-Pixel-image-5-big.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Tata Pixel Concept " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5579837350853790994" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-m6tj8N97Ldg/TW-QgeIYzRI/AAAAAAAEFpE/937FtCErB9E/s200/Tata-Pixel-image-5-big.jpg" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border:initial none initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center><br /><br /><b>Press Release<br /><br /><i>The Tata Pixel, a new city car concept for Europe</i></b><i><br /><br /></i><ul><li><i> Most package efficient four-seater in the world</i></li><li><i> 'Zero turn' drive maximizes manoeuvrability when parking</i></li><li><i> Innovative 'scissor' door system allows entry and exit in the tightest of spaces</i></li><li><i> CO2 emissions of just 89 gm/km and combined cycle fuel economy of 3.4 litres/100km</i></li></ul><i><br />The Tata Pixel, with 'Zero Turn' drive and an innovative diamond-shaped door system, is a new city car concept for Europe from Tata Motors. Based on the Tata Nano, the Pixel - at just over three metres in length - is the most package efficient four-seater in the world, comfortably accommodating four adults, unlike a typical city car which is either a two-seater or can accommodate two adults and two children only.<br /><br />The Tata Pixel's ability to manoeuvre and park in the tightest of spaces is made possible by its Zero Turn toroidal traction-drive Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT). This highly efficient, cost-effective system assists rotation of the outer rear wheel forwards and the inner rear wheel backwards during low-speed manoeuvres, while the front wheels turn at acute angles. The result is a turning circle radius of just 2.6 metres. The glass area on the scissor doors provides excellent visibility even in the most extreme turning manoeuvre.<br /><br />The 'scissor' doors rotate upwards from the front to allow all four passengers to effortlessly enter or exit the Tata Pixel, even in the tightest of spaces, while the doors' large glass area provides excellent visibility.<br /><br />A forward sweeping roofline, with minimal front and rear overhangs, accentuates the youthful styling, while the window graphic features an interchangeable island that can be used to change the exterior appearance whenever desired.<br /><br />The Tata Pixel also introduces 'My Tata Connect' -- the first integrated human-machine interface (HMI) concept from Tata Motors for its new generation programmes. 'My Tata Connect' enables seamless integration of the user's smartphone or tablet with the vehicle's infotainment system and also allows controlling key functions of the car. This provides a customised, user friendly, all-in-one touch screen display, while also allowing the driver to remain seamlessly connected to the external world in much the same way as they would be when at home or in the office, listening to favourite songs, internet news and sport or stock updates. In addition to serving as the infotainment display when docked in the instrument panel, the tablet also allows temperature, ventilation and air-conditioning settings to be adjusted through its touch screen, as well as displaying information on the vehicle's performance.<br /><br />A 1.2 litre three-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, positioned at the rear of the Tata Pixel, gives lively performance. The engine is a low-friction design, featuring variable coolant and oil pump and rapid warm-up technologies. With optimised aerodynamic drag, low rolling-resistance tyres, stop-start technology, and intelligent battery charging, the Tata Pixel returns European combined cycle (NEDC) fuel economy of 3.4 l/100km and CO2 emissions of just 89g/km.<br /><br /></i><b><i>Tata Pixel, new city car concept for Europe, displayed at the 81st Geneva Motor Show</i></b><i><br /><br />Tata Motors today presented at the 81st Geneva Motor Show the Tata Pixel, a new city car concept for Europe. Based on the Tata Nano, the Tata Pixel - at just over three metres in length - is the most package efficient four-seater in the world, comfortably accommodating four adults, unlike a typical city car which is either a two-seater or can accommodate two adults and two children only.<br /><br />Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Carl-Peter Forster, Managing Director and Group CEO of Tata Motors, said, "Tata Motors holds true to its belief that there is an opportunity in Europe for a city car, which is optimal in space, manoeuvrability and environment-friendliness. The Tata Pixel is a reflection of Tata Motors' idea of what such a car should be."<br /><br />The Tata Pixel's ability to manoeuvre and park in the tightest of spaces is made possible by its Zero Turn toroidal traction-drive Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT), which assists rotation of the outer rear wheel forwards and the inner rear wheel backwards, while the front wheels turn at acute angles. The result is a turning circle radius of just 2.6 metres. The 'scissor' doors rotate upwards from the front to allow passengers to effortlessly enter or exit the Tata Pixel, even in the tightest of spaces.<br /><br />A forward sweeping roofline, with minimal front and rear overhangs, accentuates the youthful styling. The Tata Pixel is also designed to provide a high level of connectivity. Key functions are controlled by the driver's smart phone, running 'My Tata Connect' -- the first integrated human-machine interface (HMI) concept from Tata Motors.<br /><br />A 1.2 litre three-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, positioned at the rear of the Tata Pixel, gives lively performance. The engine is a low-friction design, featuring variable coolant and oil pump and rapid warm-up technologies. With optimised aerodynamic drag, low rolling-resistance tyres, stop-start technology, and intelligent battery charging, the Tata Pixel returns European combined cycle (NEDC) fuel economy of 3.4 litres/100km and CO2 emissions of just 89g/km.<br /><br />Taking its pursuit of electric vehicles forward, Tata Motors is also displaying the Tata Indica Vista Electric Vehicle at the Motor Show's Green Pavillion. The Tata Indica Vista EV will be made available to fleet customers this summer in the UK. The four-seater family car has a predicted range of up to 160 km.<br /><br />The Tata Indica Vista EV bagged two trophies for its performance at the Royal Automobile Club's Brighton-to-London Future Car Challenge. A special version, the Tata Indica Vista EVX, participated in the Progressive Insurance Automotive X Prize contest, one of the world's most prestigious events for environment-friendly vehicles.<br /><br />The company's displays also include the Tata Aria, the first Indian four-wheel drive crossover, which was launched in India recently to rave reviews, the Tata Indigo Manza, among India's best selling sedans scheduled for launch this year in select countries, and the Tata Indica Vista, a top selling hatch already launched in select geographies. In Europe, the Indica Vista has already been introduced in Poland and Italy, and is planned for launch in Spain. The Tata Aria too will be launched, further enhancing the company's portfolio in these markets.</i><br /></span><p>

Tata Pixel to be unveiled at Geneva Show

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Geneva Motor Show: Tata Nano EV Concept

<center><img src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-4.jpg" /></center><br />Tata expanded its foray into alternative fuels at the Geneva Motor Show. The company showed off the Tata Nano Electric Vehicle as part of a long term plan that will include a 2012 market release of the EV.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><center><img alt="Tata Nano EV Concept" src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-1.jpg" /></center><br />Yup, Tata was working on the Nano EV and here it is. Looks like Tata wants a new tag – maker of the world’s cheapest Electric vehicle.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Tata Nano EV Concept" src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-2.jpg" /></center><br />The Tata Nano EV Concept car will come with a driving range of 99 miles and would take off to 60 km/h in just 10m seconds. It is quite a good deal for an electric car and it would be less than what you pay as fuel for an entire year for your SUV. The car looks quite typical to the Asian cars which have the box like structure, without cuts or shapes.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Tata Nano EV Concept" src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-3.jpg" /></center><br />The EV will first hit markets in Scandinavia and the UK while India might have to wait for few more years to get the same. Lack of proper infrastructure and no help from the government in the form of reduced taxes for electric vehicles seem to be the reason for the delay. The EV might also cost upto two times the cost of a standard Nano, which is still a great price for an EV.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Tata Nano EV Concept" src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-5.jpg" /></center><br />Tata told reporters in Geneva that the Euro-spec Tata Nano will come to market in 2011. Changes for the European customer base includes a body that is 20 centimeters longer, better suspension, and antilock brakes. The electric model will be released in 2012.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Tata Nano EV Concept" src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-6.jpg" /></center><br />"Electrification will be an integral part of our initiative to launch environment-friendly vehicles," said Tata Motors executive Ravi Kant. "The Indica Vista EV will be introduced in select European countries, beginning this year. We will progressively introduce electric vehicles in all relevant markets."<br /><br /><center><img alt="Tata Nano EV Concept" src="http://www.wheelosphere.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011-Geneva-Motor-Show-Tata-Nano-EV-7.jpg" /></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Press Release </span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tata Motors displays Tata Nano EV at the 80th Geneva Motor Show<br /><br /></span>Tata Motors today presented at the 80th Geneva Motor Show the Tata Nano Electric Vehicle (EV), based on the award winning Tata Nano platform. When launched, it will expand the company's electric vehicles portfolio, which already comprises the Tata Indica Vista EV.<br />Mr. Ravi Kant, Vice Chairman, Tata Motors, said, "Electrification will be an integral part of our initiative to launch environment-friendly vehicles. The Indica Vista EV will be introduced in select European countries, beginning this year. We will progressively introduce electric vehicles in all relevant markets."<br />The Tata Nano EV offers the practicality of a real car, compromising nothing in the pursuit of providing environment-friendly personal transportation for the modern consumer.<br />It will seat four individuals comfortably in its spacious interiors, which the Tata Nano is known for. It will have a predicted range of up to 160 km and an acceleration of 0-60 kmph in under 10 seconds.<br />Tata Motors continues its innovative approach with the Tata Nano EV, using super polymer lithium ion batteries, as in the Tata Indica Vista EV, which provide superior energy density to conventional batteries.<br />The company has already displayed the Tata Nano Europa at last year's Geneva Motor Show, and expects to launch it in select European countries in a couple of years. Meanwhile, in India, the Tata Nano, now being delivered to the first 100,000 chosen customers, has received rave reviews. It has won the 2010 ICOTY (Indian Car of the Year) Award, an award instituted jointly by six auto publications. It has also been individually declared as the Car of the Year by three other auto publications/television channels.<br />The Tata Indica Vista EV, based on the award-winning new generation Tata Indica Vista, is also a more practicable option for the consumer capable of carrying four individuals and adequate luggage space. Its super polymer lithium ion batteries provide a predicted range of up to 200 km and acceleration of 0-60 kmph in under 10 seconds.<br />Also on display are the Tata Aria, a mid-range Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) with the all terrain assurance and premiumness of an SUV, premiered in January in India and first shown as a concept at the 75th Geneva Motor Show, and the Tata Indigo Manza, the recently launched new generation sedan.<br />The Tata Aria blends the functionality and comfort of a mid-range MPV with the all-terrain assurance and premiumness of an SUV. Its unique design and construction makes it robust, elegant and comfortable. The interiors, with three rows of theatre style seating, present a luxurious world of premium features comprising 3D surround sound, dimming roof lamps, in-dash built-in GPS, a state-of-the-art infotainment system, multifunctional steering wheel, dual air conditioning with automatic climate control and cruise control.<br />The Tata Indigo Manza is an altogether new car with a feline aggressive appearance. A complete new body on a new platform houses an all new interior. The spacious right inclination rear seats with a centre armrest, allow one to sit back and relax, in a living room like comfort and ambience. The tilt adjustable power steering with a height adjustable driver seat allows a comfortable driving posture. The driver information system on top of the central console provides information on fuel consumption and ambient temperature, while the sporty instrument cluster shrouded in the swoop of the soft-feel dashboard completes the styling statement. A 2 DIN Music System offers connectivity with a USB port and Bluetooth connectivity through the Blue5.<br />Tata Motors is also displaying at Geneva this year the Tata Xenon Double Cab pick-up vehicle and the Tata Indica Vista. The Xenon Double Cab is available in Italy, Spain, Poland, Thailand, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and several countries in Africa. The Tata Indica Vista has already been launched in South Africa, and will be introduced in the company's European markets. The other new generation cars of the company on display will also be launched in international markets in a phased manner.<br />via:<a href="http://www.wheelosphere.org/tata-nano-ev-unveiled-at-the-geneva-motor-show/">wheelosphere</a><br /></span><p></p>

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If you've ever wondered what a Tata Nano looks like in Gulf livery, well... wonder no more

<center><img height="422" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/carwale02.jpg" width="630" /></center><br />The Indian car shopping site CarWale.com is driving a Tata Nano in a loop across the length and breadth of India to make a point about the car and the country. Their journey started on February 4 and ends February 19, covering 6,909 kilometers (4,284 miles) of terrain best described as... Indian... and along the way, the crew will explore every aspect of the Nano, including how it came about and what it means for the people who can benefit the most from it.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><center><img height="420" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/carwale06.jpg" width="630" /></center><br />Naturally, the trip has seen its share of heat, goats, nearly impossible roads, wild motorbikers, jury-rigged repairs, Jeep Wrangler taxis with roof-mounted loudspeakers and miserable GPS instructions. It's a colorful tale all the way, and as if a Nano in iconic Gulf drag weren't enough (love the auxiliary Hella lamps, guys), the pictures alone are worth a visit. And to the two gents at the helm, best of luck to you the rest of the way.<br /><br /><center><img height="423" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/carwale38.jpg" width="630" /></center><br /><br /><center><img height="448" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/02/carwale60.jpg" width="630" /></center><br /><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/gallery/carwale-endurance-run/#8">More Photos</a><br /></span><p>

If you've ever wondered what a Tata Nano looks like in Gulf livery, well... wonder no more

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DC Designs: Tata Nano at Auto Expo

<center><img alt="" border="0" height="391" hspace="0" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2010/01/dc-nano.jpg" vspace="4" width="600"></center><br />How could Chhabari possibly inflate the price of the Nano by some $218,000? According to reports coming out New Delhi, DC plans to completely overhaul the budget runabout, replacing all the body panels, brakes, suspension and interior components, along with fitting 20-inch wheels and replacing the 33 horsepower, 624cc engine with a 1.6-liter mill that's able to propel the five-seat hatch to a maximum speed of 124 mph. We figure we could do all of that on a LeMons budget, so either something got lost in translation or we'll have what he's having.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><center><img alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-nano-1-1259513303.jpg"></center><br />DC Designs came out swinging at this week's Auto Expo 2010, and in addition to revealing its Imperator and Ying Yang concepts, the Mumbai-based firm's namesake – Dilip Chhabaria – revealed plans to produce a bespoke Tata Nano that's set to cost... wait for it... 10 million rupee. That's $220,000.<br /><br /><center><img alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-nano-2.jpg"></center><br />Chhabari told the AFP that he expects, "...people from Bollywood to be interested in this project, but I think generally it will be people who have a passion for cars." DC plans to sell between two and five modified Nanos each year and expects to not only market his creation in India, but also export his $200k hatch to outside markets. Hey Dilip, stop hogging the hookah.<br /><br /><center><img alt="" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-innova-interiors-3.jpg"></center><br /><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/gallery/dc-designs-cars/#4">More Photos</a><br /></span><p>

DC Designs: Tata Nano at Auto Expo

How could Chhabari possibly inflate the price of the Nano by some $218,000? According to reports coming out New Delhi, DC plans to completel...

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First tuned Tata Nano spotted

<center><img alt="" height="272" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-nano-1-1259513303.jpg" width="400"></center><br />Carnation is a multi-brand car service outlet promoted by the ex-CEO of Maruti Udyog Mr. Jagdish Khattar. DC is a designer whose designs put star trek star ships to shame, but DC was not able to make his designs come in to a proper customer based market because of the lack of marketing and supply chain. That’s where Carnation & Kahttar come in. While DC provides the design Carnation takes care of the Sales. That’s what the carnation website calls “ The Artist meets the Enabler”<br /><span class="fullpost"><br /><center><img alt="" height="268" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-nano-2.jpg" width="400"></center><br />When Mr. Kattar addressed “Our endeavor is to create ‘experience destinations’ for our customers, a nationwide world-class car care backup network and warranty will provide customers the assurance that their beautifully customized cars are in good hands when they need to be serviced.” <br /><br /><center><img alt="" height="270" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-swift.jpg" width="400"></center><br />Carnation and DC has collaborated this scheme in which customers can get their cars modified by the DC designed kits at a Carnation center. Currently kits are available for 4 models which include Toyota Innova, Honda City and Suzuki Swift. The Nano Job is currently under development and the kit will be available from next year.<br /><br /><center><img alt="" height="251" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2009/11/dc-city-2.jpg" width="400"></center><br />While the City and Swift get the facial treatments, Innova undergoes by-pass surgery with completely reworked interiors which would easily be mistaken for a private jet cabin. With leather seats that recline to 150°, a privacy partition, a 19’’ LCD TV with optional Satellite TV, a Sound System with DVD player, a Beverages Chiller, Fold-out tables and ample leg room you would want to never reach your destination. The exteriors are reworked with accentuated bumpers and air ducts, easy-access platforms and aircraft styled roof module.<br /><a href="http://www.autoblog.com/gallery/dc-designs-cars/#5">More Photos</a><br /></span><p>

First tuned Tata Nano spotted

Carnation is a multi-brand car service outlet promoted by the ex-CEO of Maruti Udyog Mr. Jagdish Khattar. DC is a designer whose designs put...

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Pininfarina family stake to be sold - Tata potential suitor

<center><img alt="Pininfarina Blue Car EV production version" height="268" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/3/large/pininfarina-blue-car-ev-production-version.jpg" width="400" /></center><br />Pincar, the company owned by the Pininfarina family may sell its majority stake in troubled design house and coachbuilder Pininfarina. Through Pincar the family holds a majority stake of 50.7%. Selling the piece is a decision taken at a board meeting last week and was part of a debt agreement made with the banks in 2008. The end result would be that Pincar would no longer be the majority owner but at the same time the family would not leave the business completely.<br /><span class="fullpost"> <br /><center><img alt="Pininfarina Blue Car EV production version" height="268" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/3/large/pininfarina-blue-car-ev-production-version_1.jpg" width="400" /></center><br />A number of well-known industry names have been touted as possible new partners. One of them is Tata which owns the Tata Motors, Jaguar and Land Rover brands. The Indian company has an existing alliance with Fiat and was mentioned as an investor last year. Being closely related to Pininfarina, a company that has designed some of the most striking Ferraris and Maseratis in the past would certainly give Tata a boost in its design department.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Pininfarina Blue Car EV production version" height="267" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/3/large/pininfarina-blue-car-ev-production-version_2.jpg" width="400" /></center><br />Another possible partner is said to be Bolloré, the French industrial company. Pininfarina is working with them to develop an electric car dubbed, Bluecar. In 2008 founder Vincent Bolloré expressed an interest in becoming one of the shareholders at Pininfarina.<br /><br /><center><img alt="Pininfarina Blue Car EV production version" height="268" src="http://img.worldcarfans.com/2009/3/large/pininfarina-blue-car-ev-production-version_3.jpg" width="400" /></center><br />Could Ford also be in the mix? The Italian brand builds the Focus Coupe Cabriolet for the blue oval while another agreement sees it producing the Volvo C70 at a plant in Uddevalla, Sweden.<br /><a href="http://www.worldcarfans.com/109081020974/mini6/pininfarina-family-stake-to-be-sold--tata-potential-suitor">More Photos</a><br /><br /></span><p>

Pininfarina family stake to be sold - Tata potential suitor

Pincar, the company owned by the Pininfarina family may sell its majority stake in troubled design house and coachbuilder Pininfarina. Throu...

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Ratan Tata seeks U.K. aid for Jaguar Land Rover

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1jDX0vkQc8uArUj-NCISZ9UgyUQh8JKg39ekWdLqAgVYFTxkdLmhtes6XwX1VhPyAI7x49ucAsXcdNkSW8G5dhhYJhmBxtB1UJxVYIevPbeskqihs3Fk0B7wQomGmemA75FVll4FE/s1600-h/9080302.008.Mini1L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5173433935491332738" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1jDX0vkQc8uArUj-NCISZ9UgyUQh8JKg39ekWdLqAgVYFTxkdLmhtes6XwX1VhPyAI7x49ucAsXcdNkSW8G5dhhYJhmBxtB1UJxVYIevPbeskqihs3Fk0B7wQomGmemA75FVll4FE/s400/9080302.008.Mini1L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a><br />Jaguar Land Rover could make further job cuts unless the British government provides financial aid to the brands, Ratan Tata, chairman of Tata Motors, said today in a television interview.<br /><span class="fullpost"><br />Tata said Jaguar Land Rover needs £500 million ($734 million) in loan guarantees from the British government. "If funds are not available the company will not be able to run," he said. "So layoffs will take place."<br /><a href="http://www.autonews.com/article/20090324/COPY01/303249932/1193">Read All Article</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other article:<br /></span><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2009/01/23-billion-rescue-plan-for-car-industry.html">£2.3 billion rescue plan for car industry - but it's no bailout says Mandelson</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/tata-to-spin-off-jaguar-keep-land-rover.html">Tata to Spin Off Jaguar, Keep Land Rover</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/land-rover-lrx-leaked-again.html">Land Rover LRX Leaked Again</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/land-rover-concept-photo-leaked-ahead.html">Land Rover Concept Photo Leaked Ahead of Detroit Show</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/new-land-rover-coupe-suv.html">New Land Rover Coupe SUV</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/01/land-rover-lrx-unveiled-at-detroit.html">Land Rover LRX Unveiled at Detroit</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/tata-to-win-jaguar-land-rover-battle.html">Tata to Win Jaguar & Land Rover Battle</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/11/ford-closer-to-selling-jaguar-land.html">Ford Closer To Selling Jaguar, Land Rover</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/01/all-new-land-rover-freelander-2-in_7379.html">All New Land Rover Freelander 2: In Depth</a></span>

Ratan Tata seeks U.K. aid for Jaguar Land Rover

Jaguar Land Rover could make further job cuts unless the British government provides financial aid to the brands, Ratan Tata, chairman of Ta...

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BMW May Join The Micro Car Fray

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUz9zSKg8Dtp23xmX8BnjC9dCXydXi0GPOjg7RsBAnEr1KdNRnrb-wJTWG4Uuz5yfgl5IkWHyLZEtDBD0iI57flSvqG-Qxl-KFEexYkoiMPH9uBxOENG4VG_ybyplGwCaREUEbfXWXJRDl/s1600-h/9080312.006.1L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5177138404638861458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUz9zSKg8Dtp23xmX8BnjC9dCXydXi0GPOjg7RsBAnEr1KdNRnrb-wJTWG4Uuz5yfgl5IkWHyLZEtDBD0iI57flSvqG-Qxl-KFEexYkoiMPH9uBxOENG4VG_ybyplGwCaREUEbfXWXJRDl/s400/9080312.006.1L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a><br /><p>Fresh off recent success in India, BMW has announced the possibility of releasing a new micro car there. Their new concept programme would likely explore a truly luxury version of the micro car class. BMW India President Peter Kronschnabl confirmed that the company has already completed a study on a potential new product launch, but would not say what the company has planned.<br /><br />According to the PTI news agency, Kronschnabl said, "I cannot say when the car would be launched in India. The market analysis for the launch is over and the discussions are on with the headquarters."<br /><br />This past February, WCF reported on BMW redeveloping the classic Isetta bubble car, possibly with hybrid technology and high-performance petrol and diesel turbo engines. An all-electric city car is also a possibility. Our artist's rendering of the Isetta can be seen in the gallery. The Isetta, a highly successful microcar from the early 1950s, would likely be built on a platform that could realistically fight the Nano on its own. Add in the possibility of better performance and greener technologies and you could see a higher sticker price justified by a reduced operating cost.</p> <p>The Indian press reported that Kronschnabl said a BMW micro car could cost around 2,000,000 Indian Rupees, or a bit over $49,000. However, it seems either the press misquoted the BMW executive, the executive misspoke, or the BMW Micro Car is not intended to compete in the same class as the Nano. It is pretty hard to imagine BMW selling a car slotted well below the 1-Series for the same price as a 535i Sedan.</p> <p>After requesting clarification, a BMW spokesperson replied by e-mail, saying, "There are no plans to develop a Micro Car competing with the Tata Nano. Currently, BMW is thinking within a special project about several different ways and opportunities for the future mobility, but it's far too early to comment on any details, neither the size of these different concepts nor engine, price or anything like that."</p> <p>The tiny Tata Nano squeezes four people into a car that retails for about $2,500. GM is supposedly working on a similar project in a Chinese joint venture. Their car would cost around $3,500. Toyota has recently hinted at entering the Micro Car Wars after announcing a huge expansion of their Bangalore, India, plant.<br /><br />Kronschnabl spoke at an event marking the launch of the BMW M3 in the Indian market. After selling almost 1,400 units in India last year, BMW has authorized the increase of local production there to 3,000 units - a 76% increase. Of the BMW vehicles sold in India last year, 80% were locally made 3- and 5-series models.<br /><br />In addition to the M3, BMW plans to further market the 6- and 7-series, the X3, X5, the 6 and 7 Individual Series, and other M models, according to a BMW statement released last month.</p> <!-- google_ad_section_end --><div style="text-align: right;" class="bottomarea">Source:<b> </b>Press Trust of India (PTI)</div><br /><br /><p></p>

BMW May Join The Micro Car Fray

Fresh off recent success in India, BMW has announced the possibility of releasing a new micro car there. Their new concept programme would ...

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Tata Interested in Ferrari Stake

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZiFAmJi7qH2JQW6Y4P3vCFe38yJthLcvU-ljqWtOtKWkkKnZlexQMT5o7NdT_-TByNwKiGv1OuUmaTr-wDk1l0L5eNcdyrJ0wvx5D4wKxVpEan4W0d-bgpRjkwfCSFjtGNVsCi9a5/s1600-h/9080307.008.1L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5175295751999723138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZiFAmJi7qH2JQW6Y4P3vCFe38yJthLcvU-ljqWtOtKWkkKnZlexQMT5o7NdT_-TByNwKiGv1OuUmaTr-wDk1l0L5eNcdyrJ0wvx5D4wKxVpEan4W0d-bgpRjkwfCSFjtGNVsCi9a5/s400/9080307.008.1L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a><br />Not a week goes by without mention of Tata Motors in media. Fortunately it is all good news for the India-based conglomerate. Currently finalizing its pending purchase of the Jaguar and Land Rover brands, Tata is now hoping to add another European feather on its cap. Ferrari.<br /><br />Tata chairman Ratan Tata admitted he would like to buy into Ferrari in L’Espresso, an Italian weekly news magazine.<br />“I have two passions in my life,” he is quoted, “cars and aircraft. I have always dreamed of being able to be a fighter pilot. And I confirm the wish to participate in Ferrari's shareholding<br />“[Fiat and Ferrari chairman] Luca di Montezemolo has invited me to look around in Italy because his country offers a lot of opportunities in the design and luxury sectors."<br /><br />Fiat and Tata Motor have an alliance in India, while Ratan Tata is a board member of Fiat. Very soon the cheap-as-dust Nano will be launched for sale in India, with rollouts planned for much of the rest of the world. Slowly but surely Tata is becoming a force to be reckoned with in the auto industry and may end up the Toyota of India. It’s possible.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: right;">Source: Reuters via earthtimes<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Related entries:</span><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/ferrari-embarks-on-new-adventure.html"><br />Ferrari embarks on a new adventure</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/01/2500-tata-nano-revealed-at-auto-expo.html">$2500 Tata Nano Revealed at Auto Expo (IN)</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/03/tata-to-take-jaguar-f-type-into.html">Tata to Take Jaguar F-Type into Production</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/tata-to-spin-off-jaguar-keep-land-rover.html">Tata to Spin Off Jaguar, Keep Land Rover</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/tata-to-win-jaguar-land-rover-battle.html">Tata to Win Jaguar & Land Rover Battle</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/01/tata-confirmed-as-jaguar-land-rover.html">Tata Confirmed as Jaguar - Land Rover Buyer</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/tata-to-win-jaguar-land-rover-battle.html">Tata to Win Jaguar & Land Rover Battle</a><br /><br /><br /><p></p>

Tata Interested in Ferrari Stake

Not a week goes by without mention of Tata Motors in media. Fortunately it is all good news for the India-based conglomerate. Currently fina...

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Tata to Take Jaguar F-Type into Production

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Av7VBtYYZCFU4SPL3MixakthNVMJX8K2zXWc22-7KbXWJWtlY48CsPxcQYrLAvVz2A_SUuP6i70RAYi0Wgj20uzPoksHPMg0OV6aQjQ496wMysr5B61_8zBin9hvt2OX44ZCHb0N/s1600-h/9080305.014.1L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174469449351246834" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Av7VBtYYZCFU4SPL3MixakthNVMJX8K2zXWc22-7KbXWJWtlY48CsPxcQYrLAvVz2A_SUuP6i70RAYi0Wgj20uzPoksHPMg0OV6aQjQ496wMysr5B61_8zBin9hvt2OX44ZCHb0N/s400/9080305.014.1L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a>Jaguar’s new parent-to-be, Tata, seems to have some great plans at hand; ahead of the much anticipated take-over that is expected within the next two weeks.<br /><br />Tata Group Chairman, Ratan Tata, recently revealed that the company is intending to take the long-forgotten Jaguar F-Type concept into production। The F-Type concept was unveiled at the 2000 North American International Auto Show.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdrZ9TFNKOEIExTAd8wOigKaWVIJQbdySqZyx7n42-fSFT21zUahwY4SA8rXHIaOLDgRt9mAy9urrIB_BFFZvZLedBOcSNoKStmBWLnA1ppVY8X-orCCBmjCUGZbwd86vpIjGCPGZ4/s1600-h/9080305.014.Mini1L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174469359156933602" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdrZ9TFNKOEIExTAd8wOigKaWVIJQbdySqZyx7n42-fSFT21zUahwY4SA8rXHIaOLDgRt9mAy9urrIB_BFFZvZLedBOcSNoKStmBWLnA1ppVY8X-orCCBmjCUGZbwd86vpIjGCPGZ4/s400/9080305.014.Mini1L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a>From what we can see, Jaguar has been moderately refreshing some of its models in the recent months। In addition to this, the XJ sedan will receive a facelift soon, subsequently followed by the production of the F-Type and XF coupe. Jaguar also has plans for a four-door XK and a crossover SUV in the near future.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKe6ZvfySzUEkfBUEsYmshCzUC9O7Mz42S3WXdbaPkR7Ghg1FD-dUr-ln_2jRottDG39GM1_TR5g3C00WB_vPwvlJQp-08P7cG97YKeLQc5zNdgV4DNybbOPzJk6icCqGpag7etohp/s1600-h/9080305.014.Mini2L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5174469268962620370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKe6ZvfySzUEkfBUEsYmshCzUC9O7Mz42S3WXdbaPkR7Ghg1FD-dUr-ln_2jRottDG39GM1_TR5g3C00WB_vPwvlJQp-08P7cG97YKeLQc5zNdgV4DNybbOPzJk6icCqGpag7etohp/s400/9080305.014.Mini2L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a><br /><br /><br />The funding for Jaguar’s new models and facelifts is included in the due diligence process of the Tata Group, so getting the F-Type into production will not be far-fetched after all.<br /><div style="text-align: right;">Source: AutoWeek<br /></div><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Related entries:</span><br /><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/03/jaguar-f-type-ready-for-launch.html">Jaguar F-Type Ready for Launch?</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/11/jaguar-c-xf-concept.html">Jaguar C-XF Concept</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/01/jaguar-xj-in-detail_2137.html">Jaguar XJ in Detail</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/02/tata-to-spin-off-jaguar-keep-land-rover.html">Tata to Spin Off Jaguar, Keep Land Rover</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/tata-to-win-jaguar-land-rover-battle.html">Tata to Win Jaguar & Land Rover Battle</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2008/01/tata-confirmed-as-jaguar-land-rover.html">Tata Confirmed as Jaguar - Land Rover Buyer</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/12/tata-to-win-jaguar-land-rover-battle.html">Tata to Win Jaguar & Land Rover Battle</a><br /><a href="http://benzs.blogspot.com/2007/11/ford-closer-to-selling-jaguar-land.html">Ford Closer To Selling Jaguar, Land Rover</a><br /><br /><br /><p></p>

Tata to Take Jaguar F-Type into Production

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$2500 Tata Nano Revealed at Auto Expo

<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUCIV7Ba-3qRMNI-i7THgi2fiqpY456FPL7YNtm2PMpa5eOfFXdPGUewaBfDtERIpsVesHgxYWc_V6EjGELlQHbdW_41RpnfWuuFfjUTefFhSDis-e3YnFkKzf2_c0jeOkpQwgTloL0i4_/s1600-h/9080110.004.Mini10L.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5153845051164557634" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUCIV7Ba-3qRMNI-i7THgi2fiqpY456FPL7YNtm2PMpa5eOfFXdPGUewaBfDtERIpsVesHgxYWc_V6EjGELlQHbdW_41RpnfWuuFfjUTefFhSDis-e3YnFkKzf2_c0jeOkpQwgTloL0i4_/s400/9080110.004.Mini10L.jpg" style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" /></a><br /><h4>Launch later in 2008</h4> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Mr Ratan Tata's personal quest has taken a huge step forward today at the New Delhi Auto Expo in India with the unveiling of the Tata Nano, otherwise known as the people's car or Rs 1-Lakh car. Later this year the Tata Nano will be available in Indian showrooms for purchase, pricing is aimed at 1 Lakh (1 lakh is 100,000 rupees; Euro 1,740; USD 2,550)</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">Mr Tata said at the show: “I observed families riding on two-wheelers – the father driving the scooter, his young kid standing in front of him, his wife seated behind him holding a little baby. It led me to wonder whether one could conceive of a safe, affordable, all-weather form of transport for such a family. We are happy to present the People’s Car to India and we hope it brings the joy, pride and utility of owning a car to many families who need personal mobility.”</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The Tata Nano measures 3.1 meters in length, 1.5 meters wide and 1.6 meters high, has plenty of ground clearance and is a little bigger than a smart car. The US is not likely to ever see the Tata Nano on the roads, nor is Western Europe, instead the people's car is most likely to be marketed in bottom-of-the-pyramid countries, ie Africa, South East Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America.</p> <p style="margin-bottom: 0in;">The Tata Nano is powered by a two-cylinder, all-aluminium 623cc multi-point injection engine producing 33 hp and runs on gasoline. 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width: 120px; height: 120px;" /></a><br /><br /></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Press Release</span><br />A comfortable, safe, all-weather car, high on fuel efficiency & low on emissions<br /><br />Mr. Ratan N. Tata, Chairman of the Tata Group and Tata Motors, today unveiled the Tata ‘NANO’, the People’s Car from Tata Motors that India and the world have been looking forward to. A development, which signifies a first for the global automobile industry, the People’s Car brings the comfort and safety of a car within the reach of thousands of families. The People’s Car will be launched in India later in 2008.<br /><br />Speaking at the unveiling ceremony at the 9th Auto Expo in New Delhi, Mr. Ratan N. Tata said, “I observed families riding on two-wheelers – the father driving the scooter, his young kid standing in front of him, his wife seated behind him holding a little baby. It led me to wonder whether one could conceive of a safe, affordable, all-weather form of transport for such a family. Tata Motors’ engineers and designers gave their all for about four years to realise this goal. Today, we indeed have a People’s Car, which is affordable and yet built to meet safety requirements and emission norms, to be fuel efficient and low on emissions. We are happy to present the People’s Car to India and we hope it brings the joy, pride and utility of owning a car to many families who need personal mobility.”<br />Stylish, comfortable<br /><br />The People’s Car, designed with a family in mind, has a roomy passenger compartment with generous leg space and head room. It can comfortably seat four persons. Four doors with high seating position make ingress and egress easy.<br /><br />Yet with a length of 3.1 metres, width of 1.5 metres and height of 1.6 metres, with adequate ground clearance, it can effortlessly manoeuvre on busy roads in cities as well as in rural areas. Its mono-volume design, with wheels at the corners and the powertrain at the rear, enables it to uniquely combine both space and manoeuvrability, which will set a new benchmark among small cars.<br />When launched, the car will be available in both standard and deluxe versions. Both versions will offer a wide range of body colours, and other accessories so that the car can be customised to an individual’s preferences.<br />Fuel-efficient engine<br /><br />The People’s Car has a rear-wheel drive, all-aluminium, two-cylinder, 623 cc, 33 PS, multi point fuel injection petrol engine. This is the first time that a two-cylinder gasoline engine is being used in a car with single balancer shaft. The lean design strategy has helped minimise weight, which helps maximise performance per unit of energy consumed and delivers high fuel efficiency. Performance is controlled by a specially designed electronic engine management system.<br />Meets all safety requirements<br /><br />The People’s Car’s safety performance exceeds current regulatory requirements. With an all sheet-metal body, it has a strong passenger compartment, with safety features such as crumple zones, intrusion-resistant doors, seat belts, strong seats and anchorages, and the rear tailgate glass bonded to the body. Tubeless tyres further enhance safety.<br />Environment-friendly<br /><br />The People’s Car’s tailpipe emission performance exceeds regulatory requirements. In terms of overall pollutants, it has a lower pollution level than two-wheelers being manufactured in India today. The high fuel efficiency also ensures that the car has low carbon dioxide emissions, thereby providing the twin benefits of an affordable transportation solution with a low carbon footprint.

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