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CAR NEWS: 2019 Porsche Macan launched in India at `69.98 lakh

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BIKE NEWS: New Kawasaki W800 Street introduced at `7.99 lakh

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B2B NEWS: Guardians to

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LATEST V IDEOS

FIRST DRIVE - KIA SELTOS SUV

CV NEWS: Scania India launches Next Truck Generation

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CV REVIEW: Eicher Pro 2049, Pro 2095XP : Offering features that satisfy drivers and owners alike

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LAUNCH & PRICE - ALL NEW BMW 7 SERIES

FIRST DRIVE - EICHER PRO 2049 & PRO 2095XP TRUCKS

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CAR NEWS

2019 PORSCHE Macan launched in India at `69.98 lakh Gets an uprated engine and new looks The facelifted 2019 Porsche Macan compact SUV has made its way to India. The base model Macan has a price of Rs 69.98 lakh (ex-showroom) while the Macan S is priced at Rs 85.03 lakh (ex-showroom). Both vehicles are available at all Porsche Centre’s across India now.

The new Macan comes with an enhanced 2.0L turbocharged four cylinder petrol engine capable of producing 252hp and 370Nm of torque. The Macan S gets a bigger 3.0L V6, turbocharged engine that churns out 354hp and 480Nm. Both engines come mated to a 7-speed automatic Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) gearbox. When equipped with the optional Sport Chrono Package the Macan can go from 0 to 100kmph in 6.5 seconds while the Macan S can do the same in just 5.1 seconds. The base model can reach a top speed of 227kmph while the more powerful Macan can reach 254kmph. The revamped chassis improves driving dynamics by offering stability and improved comfort. You get mixed tyres with 21 inches wheels as an option, adaptive air suspension, all-wheel

drive system, Porsche Traction Management (PTM) system and torque vectoring.

The new Macan sports improved looks with a revamped front and rear end. LED headlights are standard and you get a new three-dimensional LED tail-light which runs across the boot. Porsche is offering the Macan with four new colour options – Mamba Green, Metallic, Dolomite Silver

Metallic, Miami Blue and Crayon.

The seats inside the Macan are covered in Alcantara and the steering wheel, selector lever and armrests are finished in leather with additional full-leather interiors available as an option. You can also get the GT steering wheel as an option. There is a 10.9 inches touchscreen infotainment system at the centre of the dash.

MARUTI SUZUKI launches factory-fitted CNG-powered Next Gen Ertiga Maruti Suzuki India announced the launch of new factory-fitted CNG-powered Next Gen Ertiga. The factory-fitted CNG option will be available for customers in VXI variant, offering mileage of 26.20 km/ kg thereby minimising the cost per kilometer. The company also announced sale of over 61,000 units of Next Gen Ertiga, since its launch in November 2018. This is 60%growth compared to the same months

in the previous year. Surge in sales of Maruti Suzuki’sNext Gen Ertiga has helped the urban MPV achieve the pole position in the segment.

With an average monthly sale of over 8,000 units, the next Gen Ertiga is India’s best-selling MPV. The Next Gen Ertiga is the only MPV in the country to offer factoryfitted CNG option. The factory fitted CNG vehicle comes with standard warranty benefits and convenience of Maruti Suzuki’s service network spread across India. The CNG-powered Next Gen Ertiga will offer maximum performance with dual ECU (engine control unit) with intelligent-gas port injection system. This ensures active pick up and superior drivability.

The Next Gen Ertiga is longer (4,395 mm), wider (1,735 mm) and taller (1,690 mm). The interior of the car has been designed keeping in mind the comfort of all the passengers.

The third-row reclining seats, the extra head room and the cooling cup holders make the journey comfortable. The boot space has been increased by almost 55% with three rows up and about 9% with two rows folded down.

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CAR NEWS

New BMW 7 Series arrives in India at `1.22 crore The much-awaited flagship car of BMW, the new BMW 7 Series was launched in India. The new BMW 7 Series is locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai. It is available in diesel and petrol variants and is priced at Rs 1.22 crore onward. The cars were launched in the presence of Dr. Hans-Christian Baertels, President (act.), BMW Group India.

Chrome high-gloss elements in exterior and other interior finishes underline the contemporary, luxurious and aesthetic character with unique craftsmanship. In M Sport, a distinctive sporty exterior and powerful engine produce an adrenalin-rich combination to set the hearts of motorsport fans pounding.

The ex-showroom prices are as follows – BMW 730Ld Design Pure Excellence

BMW 730Ld Design Pure Excellence Signature BMW 730Ld M Sport

BMW 740Li Design Pure Excellence

BMW 745Le xDrive (CBU)

BMW M760Li xDrive (CBU)

THE NEW BMW 7 SERIES Rs 1,22,40,000 Rs 1,31,50,000 Rs 1,34,60,000 Rs 1,34,60,000 Rs 1,65,00,000 Rs 2,42,50,000

For the first time in India, the new BMW 7 Series is also available in a plug-in-hybrid option – the BMW 745Le xDrive – combining benefits of an electric motor and a petrol engine into an extraordinary driving experience.

The new BMW 7 Series portrays the unique strengths of ‘X’, ‘M’ and ‘i’. ‘xDrive’ takes the quintessential luxury of the BMW 7 Series to a new terrain with an all-wheel drive. With ‘M Performance’, the car reaches new dimensions of power and speed. Leading the way to a sustainable future is the environment-friendly plug-in-hybrid technology of ‘iPerformance’.

The new BMW 7 Series is available in BMW 730Ld (diesel) and BMW 740Li (petrol) variants. The BMW M760Li xDrive (petrol) and the BMW 745Le xDrive (plug-in-hybrid) are available as completely built-up units (CBU). They can be further personalised with optional equipment and bespoke customisations from BMW Individual.

Visually, the 7 makes a clear statement with an imposing presence, created by the distinctive front and rear design. The front is uniquely impressive thanks to the enlarged double kidney grille. The superslender headlight design adds a new strand to the character of BMW’s luxury-class models. Adaptive LED headlights with BMW Laserlight technology enhance the commanding look. Due to reduction of lines, the body looks more powerful, refined and luscious without losing its sportiness. Elegance of the side view is emphasized by the coupélike roof line and a chrome trim at the bottom. The rear is extremely wide and is dominated by powerful horizontal lines. A thin light strip positioned below the chrome band stretches across the entire width seamlessly connecting the tail lights. This gives the vehicle a highly distinctive and modern appearance.

Interior of the new BMW 7 Series is a living space that arouses emotions. An extremely luxurious and relaxing atmosphere awaits to indulge all senses. Generous levels of space, bespoke leather upholstery and trims, improved sound insulation, ambient lighting, ambient air package, Panoramic glass roof Sky Lounge with LED light graphics are few among the long list of features that create the perfect ambience.

The Executive Lounge appointments maximize comfort with fourzone automatic climate control, electrically adjustable comfort seats, massage function and active seat ventilation.

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CAR NEWS

Flagship of BMW SAV range and first-ever BMW X7 launched at `98.90 lakh The much-anticipated flagship Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) of BMW and the first-ever BMW X7 was launched in India at Rs 98.90 lakh. The vehicle is locally-produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai. The vehicle was launched in the presence of Dr. Hans-Christian Baertels, President (act.), BMW Group India.

The first-ever BMW X7 is available in a distinctive design scheme – Design Pure Excellence ‘DPE’. The Design Pure Excellence package sets brilliant accents. Chrome high-gloss elements in the exterior and other interior finishes underline the contemporary, luxurious and aesthetic character with unique craftsmanship.

The first-ever BMW X7 is available in BMW X7 xDrive30d Design Pure Excellence Signature variant (diesel) which is locally produced. The BMW X7 xDrive40i (petrol) is available as a completely built-up unit (CBU). The exshowroom prices are as follows – BMW X7 xDrive30d Design Pure Excellence Signature : Rs 98,90,000 BMW X7 xDrive40i (CBU)

: Rs 98,90,000 The first-ever BMW X7 is available in following metallic paintworks – Mineral White, Phytonic Blue, Black Sapphire, Terra Brown, Arctic Grey

Brilliant Effect and Carbon Black. Additionally, BMW X7 xDrive40i has the following paintwork- Alpine White (non-metallic), and metallic Vermont Bronze, Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect. The first-ever BMW X7 features Fine upholstery Leather ‘Vernasca’ in design-perforated as standard with the following combinations - Canberra Beige | Mokka, Cognac | Black and Black | Black.

Mahindra Bolero is now BS VI ready with ICAT certification Mahindra & Mahindra announced that the Bolero Power+ model just received a BS-VI readiness certification from the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT).

The Bolero BS-VI will be launched in early 2020, as per the

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implementation time frame for the new emission norms. Mahindra is also gearing up, along with its suppliers, to implement BS-VI technology across its entire range within the stipulated time frame.

In addition, Mahindra has announced safety upgrades for its flagship product the Bolero which now gets an Airbag and other safety kit including an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to comply with the new 2019 safety norms.

The Bolero Power+, Bolero PLUS (9-seater), as well as the Bolero Ambulance will receive the necessary upgrades. Mahindra’s customer centric approach ensures that its products are updated from time to time. The new safety features that have been added to the Bolero include: • Airbag • Speed alert system to alert the driver in case of over speeding at 80kmph and 120kmph • Driver & Co-Driver Seat belt reminders • Manual override for central locking system to open the door from inside • Vehicle reverse parking sensors The standard safety features in the Bolero include, an Anti-lock Braking System, solid SUV build, high ground clearance, high angle of approach and departure, front disc brakes, anti-glare IRVM, digital immobilizer, and a seat belt reminder.

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CAR NEWS

Honda Cars India introduces WR-V in a new V grade and enriched S & VX grade Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) has introduced an all new Diesel V grade of its premium Sporty Lifestyle Vehicle Honda WR-V, along with an enhanced S and VX grade with segment leading features.

NEW FEATURES IN S GRADE (PETROL AND DIESEL) • Gun metal finish R16 Multispoke Alloy Wheel • Auto AC with Touch Control Panel • Fog lamps • Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock

• Jack knife retractable key Driver side Window One touch Up/ Down operation with Pinch guard • Driver and Passenger side Vanity Mirror with Lid • Safety features - Rear Parking Sensors, Front Passenger Seat belt reminder, High Speed Alert

The newly introduced V grade, available in Diesel, is positioned between the S and VX grade and is equipped with premium exterior features like Headlamp Integrated Signature LED DRLs & position lamps, Front Fog lamps, Turn indicators on ORVM, Gun metal finish R16 Multi-spoke Alloy Wheel, Chrome Door Handles and Rear Micro Antenna.

EX-SHOWROOM DELHI PRICES OF HONDA WR-V Petrol

1.2L i-VTEC SMT –Rs 815,000 1.2L i-VTEC VX MT- Rs 925,000

Diesel

1.5L i-DTEC S MT – Rs 925,000 1.5L i-DTEC V MT (Newly introduced) – Rs 9,95,000 1.5L i-DTEC VX MT –Rs 10,35,000

NEW FEATURES IN VX GRADE (PETROL AND DIESEL) • Leather wrapped Steering Wheel • Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock

• Driver and Passenger side Vanity Mirror with Lid • Safety features - Rear Parking Sensors, Front Passenger Seat belt reminder, High Speed Alert

Mahindra adds Apple CarPlay to XUV500 Mahindra & Mahindra has announced the introduction of Apple CarPlay to its premium SUV, the XUV500. Launched in 2011, the XUV500 has been a pioneer in providing innovative hi-tech and connected car features. With this update, the XUV500 now offers both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity in addition to its extensive connected features like Connected Apps, Emergency Call & Ecosense. Apple CarPlay will be available on the top-end W11 variant of the XUV500.

Apple CarPlay offers easy access to calls, music and Siri search by connecting the user’s iPhone with the infotainment system of Mahindra XUV500. CarPlay automatically brings useful information from the user’s iPhone and organises it into a simple UI that appears just when required on the infotainment system.

XUV500 customers will have in-car access to hands-free telephony, Apple Music audiobooks, podcasts and CarPlay supported third-party audio applications. Further, handsfree telephony will enable customers to make and receive phone calls on the move. Apple CarPlay’s extremely accurate speech recognition enables Siri to respond immediately to information requests from customers, while Apple Music helps customers stream songs and customise playlists.

Apple CarPlay already features in two other popular Mahindra vehicles — Mahindra Marazzo and Mahindra XUV300.

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Skoda Auto India introduces limited edition Rapid Rider at Rs 6.99 lakh Skoda Auto India has unveiled the Rider, a limited edition of its much celebrated vehicle: the Rapid, at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs 6.99 lakh nationwide taking forward the ‘One Nation, One Price’ philosophy. The Skoda Rapid Rider will be available in two colour options, Candy White and Carbon Steel.

The black facade of the Skoda signature grille is complemented by black side foils, glossy black décor on the B pillars as well as black trunk lip garnish.

Then there is the all new dual-tone ebony sand interior with premium ivory slate upholstery. The scuff plates come with ‘RAPID’ inscription. The Skoda Rapid Rider comes with dual airbags and anti-lock braking system as standard across its product portfolio. The safety and security equipment on the Rapid Rider includes a wide range of features, such as the Parktronic rear parking sensors, anti-glare interior rear view mirror, rear windscreen defogger with timer, height adjustable three-point seatbelts at the front, rough road package, and engine immobilizer with floating code system. The 1.6 litre multi-point injection petrol engine is at the core of the Rapid Rider. With16 valves dual over-head camshaft, it delivers 105 PS of power and a peak torque output of 153Nm while delivering fuel efficiency of 15.41 kmpl.

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CAR NEWS

All New Renault Duster launched at `7.99 lakh onward Renault India has launched an all-new Duster SUV. The new Duster is equipped with 25 brand new features and technology enhancements.

New Renault Duster Price List (ex showroom price in Rs) RxE Petrol

7,99,990 RxS Petrol

9,19,990 RxS Option Petrol CVT 9,99,990 RxE 85 PS Diesel 9,29,990 RXS 85 PS Diesel 9,99,990 RXS 110 PS Diesel 11,19,990 RXZ 110 PS Diesel 12,09,990 RXZ 110 PS Diesel AMT 12,49,990 RXS Option 110 PS Diesel AWD 12,49,990

RENAULT DUSTER NEW EDITION-2019: DRIVETRAIN The Duster is driven by the 1.5 litre petrol and 1.5 litre dci diesel engine. The petrol version offers power of 106 PS and maximum torque of 142 Nm and is mated with an X-tronic CVT gearshift. The Renault Duster petrol is also available in a 5-speed manual transmission version.

The new Renault Duster boasts of the dCi 1.5 litre diesel engine and offers a choice of two power outputs: 110 PS and 85 PS with a torque of 245 Nm and 200 Nm respectively.

The powerful 110 PS variants has a 6-speed manual transmission. The 85 PS version features a 5-speed manual transmission that gives best drive in stop-and-go traffic conditions and delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency. The advanced and highly intuitive AWD feature also allows the car to adapt to any kind of terrain and offers an effortless driving experience.

The new Renault Duster looks bolder with the new tri-winged full chrome grille, new dual tone body colour front bumper which features muscular skid plates, new signature projector headlamps with LED DRLs that sync perfectly with the dominating and broad hood. The R16 Everest Diamond Cut alloy wheels enhance the look of the Duster. The new Duster offers a high ground clearance of 205 mm while the AWD version offers a ground clearance of 210 mm along with high approach and departure angles to accommodate Indian road conditions and consumer preferences.

Mahindra launches new Automated Manual Transmission in XUV300 Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) has launched a new Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) version of its popular compact SUV, the XUV300. This AMT with its autoSHIFT technology will be available on the W8 diesel variant and its optional pack W8 (O), at an additional cost of Rs. 55,000 over the manual version. This new variant of the XUV300 will be available in 3 colours, Pearl White, Aquamarine and Red Rage.

Engineered by Italian automotive experts Marelli, the XUV300 autoSHIFT technology offers segment-leading torque of 300 Nm. Its 1.5L turbo diesel engine with an electronic variable geometry turbocharger delivers 115hp of power, optimising the automatic gearshifts for peppy acceleration and overtaking manoeuvres.

technology to prevent roll-back when driving on a hill or moving up an incline.

• Down-hill, Kick-down Shifts & Anti-engine Stall: Gear shifts are automatically optimized with features to provide optimum power/ torque output during overtaking or for quick acceleration.

• Drive and Reverse Lock Out: This safety feature prevents sudden shifts between reverse and drive modes, unless the speed drops to less than 5 kmph.

• Creep disable on Door Opening: This safety feature prevents the vehicle from moving if the doors are open.

• Driver Information System with Gear Display: Important alerts and information about the vehicle, such as the current gear, driving mode etc., are available on the Driver Information System.

The XUV300 autoSHIFT is equipped with the following intelligent features: • Auto and Manual Mode: Available in two modes, Auto mode boosts fuel efficiency and drivability while manual mode provides exhilarating performance.

• Vehicle Creep: The vehicle can move without throttle input in both first and reverse gear, making driving easy in congested city traffic.

• Electronic Stability Control: The XUV300 comes with Hill Start Assist

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BIKE NEWS

New Kawasaki W800 Street introduced at `7,99,000/India Kawasaki Motors Pvt. Ltd. (IKM) has launched the all new Kawasaki W800 Street motorcycle, which is IKM’s latest addition to the company’s retro line-up of motorcycles. The W800 Street will be available in one colour - Metallic Flat spark black/ Metallic Matte Graphite grey at an ex-showroom price of Rs 7,99,000/-.

‘W’ Evolution: W1 was the largest-displacement Japanese model at times in the market, and played a major part in establishing the image of Kawasaki as a manufacturer of large-displacement motorcycles, and is the foundation of W series.

The W series made its presence in the Kawasaki family, and inspired the birth of the legendary machines such as the Kawasaki Z1 and Ninja H2 sport bikes. The novel design

was a bold statement, in stark contrast to the subdued tones of other Japanese motorcycles.

With the W1, Kawasaki gained worldwide recognition as a big-bike manufacturer. The sleek sweeping contours and meticulous fit and finish of the W800 Street has redefined the standards of motorcycle design. The motorcycle is developed for riders who are in search for not only rich in history and character, but also packed with modern technology and handling features, the W800 Street is powered by an air-cooled 773cc vertical twin engine, and feature an updated modern double-cradle frame design and modern suspension components that bring an unmatched level of authenticity and performance to the retro

motorcycle category.

HIGHLIGHTS OF 20MY W800 STREET ARE:

• Iconic W1 Inspired Styling • Comfortable Riding Position • 773cc Air-Cooled Vertical Twin Engine • Crafted exhaust note emphasising 360º crankshaft • Kawasaki Advanced Dynamic Analysis Designed Frame • Round LED headlamp • Lightweight Sporty Handling

• Assist & Slipper Clutch • Sculpted fuel tank • Elegant muffler design

PREMIUM FEATURES ARE:

• Large diameter front fork, dual rear shock absorber • 320mm front disc, 270mm rear disc • Aluminium spoke wheels • Relaxed vintage style riding position • 5 way adjustable clutch lever, 4 way adjustable brake lever • Simple design for Customizable front fender • Retro style instrument panel.

• 2 analog dial of speedometer and tachometer • Multifunctional LCD screen.

• Compact switch gears • Twin exhaust with elegant construction.

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches Matte Black colour Burgman Street Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd has introduced Matte Black colour edition of its 125cc Premium-scooter, Burgman Street. The scooter boasts of luxurious design, premium styling and advanced technology.

In addition to the newly launched Metallic Matte Black colour, Suzuki Burgman Street is also available in existing three colour schemes - Metallic Mat Fibroin Gray, Glass Sparkle Black, and Pearl Mirage White; and is priced at INR 69,208 (exshowroom Delhi).

Burgman Street

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- ‘The Special One’ comes loaded with aluminum 124cc, 4-stroke single cylinder engine producing 8.7ps@7000rpm and 10.2Nm@5000rpmpowered by cutting edge SEP technology and delivering highly practical fuel efficiency without compromising on power and performance. Suzuki Burgman Street has advanced telescopic suspension along with flexible foot position which reduces fatigue of long haul, resulting into a comfortable and convenient riding experience. Burgman Street is the first Suzuki scooter in India to feature an advance lighting set-up which reflects the premium aspect of the scooter with its integral and cutting edge design.

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BIKE NEWS

Bajaj Auto launches all new CT110 motorcycle at `37,997 onward Bajaj Auto has launched the new CT110 motorcycle. Priced at Rs 37,997/- for the Kick Start variant and Rs 44,480/- Electric Start variant (ex-showroom Delhi prices), CT110 is now available in three colours i.e. ‘Matte olive green with yellow decals’, ‘Gloss ebony black with blue decals’, and ‘Gloss flame red with bright red decals’.

The new CT110 has been designed keeping in mind riding condition in all kinds of terrain. It comes with semi–knobby tyres, a raised ground clearance, stronger and bigger crash guards and a suspension that can take on the worst of roads and toughest of conditions. The upswept exhaust, rubber mirror covers and bellows on the front suspension give it a tough-as-nails appearance.

At the heart of the CT110 is a 115cc DTSi engine that churns out 8.6 PS power and 9.81 Nm torque at 5,000 rpm. CT110 also provides comfortable seating, with a long, thick padded seat and rubber tank pad for snug seating posture.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Engine (cc)

115

Power (PS) @ rpm

8.6 @ 7000

Torque (Nm) @ rpm

9.81 @ 5000

Bore x Stroke

50x58.8

Transmission

4-speed

Front Suspension

Telescopic, 125 mm

Rear Suspension

SNS, 100mm

Wheelbase (mm)

1235

Overall length (mm)

1945

Overall width (mm)

752

Height (mm)

1072

Ground Clearance (mm)

170

Saddle Height (mm)

812

Kerb weight (kg)

116

Tyre size - Front

2.75x17, Semiknobby tread pattern

Tyre size - Rear

3.00x17, Semiknobby tread pattern

Fuel tank (lts)

10.5

Brakes: Front (mm)

130 Drum

Brakes: Rear (mm)

130 Drum

Power to Weight (PS/Ton)

74.1

AMW-CFmoto motorcycles launched at `2.29 lakh onward AMW Motorcycles, a company based in Bengaluru in the Indian state of Karnataka, in association with China-based CFmoto has launched four models of CFmoto motorcycles in India. The models of CFMoto motorcycles launched are 300NK, 650NK, 650MT and 650GT. The CFMoto motorcycles are powered by engines between 300-650 cc. The prices of the four CFMoto motorcycles 300NK, 650NK, 650MTand the 650GT are Rs 2,29,000, Rs 3,99,000, Rs 4,99,000 and Rs 5,49,000 (exshowroom prices all India) respectively.

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The motorcycles will be brought in via the CKD route and will be assembled at AMW’s assembly plant located in Bengaluru. The assembly plant will initially have a capacity of 10,000 units annually.

The motorcycles were launched in the presence of Vamsi Krishna Jagini – CEO, AMW Motorcycles and Kent Chen, Assistant General Manager – Global Sales CFmoto. The new models will be available through their dealer network in 6 cities based at Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Cochin, Kolkata and Guawahati.

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BIKE NEWS

Ethanol powered TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100 launched at `1.20 lakh Will be available in the states of Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka

Indian two-wheeeler manufacturer TVS Motor Company has launched India’s first ethanol based motorcycle – TVS Apache RTR 200 Fi E100. This bio-fuel powered motorcycle has been priced at Rs 1.20 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be available in the states of Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka.

The motorcycle was launched in the presence of Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways of India & Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Amitabh Kant, CEO of NITI Aayog, and Venu Srinivasan, Chairman, TVS Motor Company.

Ethanol is domestically produced from renewable plant sources. It is non-toxic, biodegradable, as well as safe to handle, store and transport. An oxygenated fuel that contains 35% oxygen, ethanol reduces nitrogen oxide emissions from combustion. Apart from this, ethanol also helps reduce carbon monoxide emissions, particulate matter and sulphur-di-oxide.

TVS Motor Company first showcased the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Ethanol concept in Auto Expo 2018 held in Delhi. The bike sports a vibrant interplay of green graphics seamlessly woven with the ‘Ethanol’ logo. It is equipped with a TwinSpray-Twin-Port EFI technology. The ethanol powered Apache is capable of producing 20.6hp@8500rpm with a peak torque of 18.1Nm@7000rpm. It can reach a top speed of 129kmph according to the official figure. The use of ethanol should prove to be more budget friendly for owners as it costs less than petrol.

Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro launched at `19.99 lakh

Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati has launched the all-new Multistrada 1260 Enduro in India. The Multistrada 1260 Enduro comes in two colour options - Ducati Red & Sand and is priced at Rs 19.99 lakh and Rs 20.23 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. Bookings are currently open across all Ducati dealerships in Delhi –NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Kochi, Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad.

The all-new Multistrada 1260 Enduro is equipped with new 1262cc Ducati Testastretta DVT which delivers 85% of maximum torque below 3,500 rpm with a 17% increase at 5,500 rpm as compared to the torque curve on the engine of the previous model. The engine produces a peak power of 158.3hp and a peak torque of 128Nm. There is a 6-speed gearbox with DQS (Ducati Quick Shift) Up & Down which significantly improves the ride experience by ensuring precise, fluid upshift and downshift gear meshing. The new Ride By Wire system ensures smoother power delivery and Riding Modes. The bike gets 19 inch spoked wheels at the front and 17 inch wheels at the rear. Featuring electronic semi-active Sachs suspension (with 185 mm of travel both front and rear) and a 30-litre fuel tank, the Multistrada 1260 Enduro is, with a range of 450 km (280 miles) and beyond, an unstoppable globetrotter on any terrain. The tourer comes with dual 320mm semi-floating disc with Brembo monobloc M4 32-piston calipers at the front and 265mm disc with a 2-piston floating caliper at the rear. Cornering ABS is being offered as standard equipment on the new Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro.

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BIKE NEWS

Suzuki Motorcycle India introduces refreshed Access 125 SE at `61,788 Suzuki Motorcycle India launched a refreshed version of its bestselling scooter Access 125 Special Edition (SE) in the disc brake variant. The scooter retails at Rs 61,788(ex-showroom, New Delhi). The new version offers a distinct ‘Special Edition’ logo with a brand new Metallic Matte Bordeaux colour. It comes with all black alloy wheels, Beige coloured leatherette seat and round shaped chrome mirrors. It also offers a standard DC socket convenient for charging mobile phones while commuting.

The Suzuki Access 125 SE is equipped with all aluminum 4 stroke, single cylinder 124cc engine, generating 8.7ps@7000rpm and 10.2Nm@5000rpm,powered by SEP technology allowing a hassle-free ride. For a convenient riding experience, the scooter is fitted with one-push Suzuki Easy Start System and comes with central locking and unique safety shutter as an inbuilt security system.

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches new Suzuki Gixxer at `1,00,212 Suzuki Motorcycle India has introduced the all new Suzuki Gixxer motorcycle. The all new Suzuki Gixxer is powered with 155cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder fuel injection, air-cooled SOHC engine with SEP technology, generating 13.90hp@8000 and 14.0Nm@6000rpm. The new Gixxer comes with ABS. The new Suzuki Gixxer comes in three color options –Metallic Sonic Silver & Glass Sparkle Black; Glass Sparkle Black and Metallic Triton Blue & Glass Sparkle Black priced at Rs 1,00,212 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Incorporating the European design, Gixxer offers sharp styling and low crouched silhouette. Equipped with newly designed instrument cluster and distinctive front and rear combination LED headlights, the all new Suzuki Gixxer looks even more stylish with sharp, chiseled and sleek bodywork.

For a comfortable riding posture and utility purpose, Suzuki Access 125 SE comes with a long seat, enlarged floorboard, large under-seat storage and a convenient front pocket perfect to carry small items.

The scooter offers a dynamic road presence and sporty look with a chrome plate finish look, stylish AHO headlamp, digital meter and a finely designed body work appealing to diverse age groups. Suzuki Access 125 SE can be availed in four colors namely the all-new Metallic Matte Bordeaux color along with existing color schemes of Metallic Matte Black, Metallic Sonic Silver and Pearl Mirage White.

Suzuki Motorcycle India brings in Gixxer SF Series MotoGP editions Suzuki Motorcycle India has launched the MotoGP edition of the new Gixxer SF series for motorsports lovers at Rs 110,605 (exshowroom Delhi) onward. The MotoGP edition is a tribute to Suzuki’s racing legacy. Since its first launch in the year 2015, the MotoGP colour has become the identity of Gixxer SF series in India. From Team Suzuki Ecstar decals to the distinctive wheel pin stripes, every bit of this motorcycle hints towards the racing genes’ evolution of GIXXER SF series MotoGP edition from the makers of legendary MotoGP machines.

The new Gixxer SF MotoGP edition series wears the same livery theme along with Suzuki Racing Blue colour taking cues from the 2019 edition of Suzuki MotoGP machine, GSX-RR. The enhanced aerodynamic design

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with edgy character lines and lower center of gravity adds to the styling as well as functional beauty of the motorcycle. The clip-on handle allows the rider to get into perfect position to ride the motorcycle with utmost comfort and is suitable for short commuting as well as long touring.

The Gixxer SF MotoGP edition is powered with 155cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder fuel injection, air-cooled SOHC engine with

SEP technology, generating 14.1ps@8000 and 14.0Nm@6000rpm, promising high fuel efficiency and quality performance. The new motorcycle is lightweight and easy to handle for a sporty ride experience and is equipped with ABS. The Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 MotoGP edition will soon be introduced with 249cc. The Suzuki Oil Cooling System (SOCS) enabled four-stroke, single-cylinder fuel injection SOHC engine provides amplified functionality. The new engine produces 26.5ps@9000rpmand 22.6Nm@7500rpm.

Furthermore, the innovative SOCS technology makes the engine light-weight and fast offering a smooth ride. Additionally, it is equipped with dual channel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). The company will bring in the Gixxer SF 250 MotoGP edition for its patrons in the month of August 2019.

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Gugu Energy develops fully electric adventure SUV Bike R-SUV Gugu Energy, a mobility tech startup from Coimbatore that designs and manufactures electric adventure motorcycle SUVs and solid state Battery Technology, has developed R-SUV, the first fully electric SUV Bike, a crossover between a scooter and a motorcycle and has been designed to deliver high performance and comfortable riding in all weather conditions.

The bike will have a range of up to 300kms and a top speed of 145 kilometers per hour, The R- series SUV is available in two variants, an Affordable variant and a Long range variant. The Affordable variant is priced at Rs 1.25 lakh, delivers a range up to 130 kms on a single charge. It achieves 0-100 kmph under 6.5 Seconds and has a top speed of 100 kmph [Electronically Limited]. It requires less than 30 minutes for the battery to charge from 0-80%.

The Long range variant is priced under Rs 3 lakh and delivers a range up to 300 kms

resulting in slower adoption.

With a mission to make cobalt free battery packs, Gugu Energy has formulated and patented a Low cost Nickel-aluminiumManganese based Semi-Solid state lithium battery pack solution that contains less than 5% cobalt content to drive down cost of packs to $120-140/Kw from current $210/Kw.

on a single charge. It achieves 0-100 kmph in less than 3 seconds and a top speed of 145 kmph. It requires less than 45 minutes for the battery to charge from 0-80%.

With an emphasis on inhouse design and manufacturing, every component of Gugu Energy’s R-Series SUV has been developed in-house without any existing OEM component supplier. From vehicle styling, USD forks and infotainment to battery pack technology, R-series SUV is designed and manufactured entirely at Gugu Energy’s R&D centre in

Gugu R-series SUV has a 5” inch touchscreen infotainment, a first of its kind in the segment that provides real-time energy consumption, range estimation, navigation along with an in-built GPS system that gives updates on real time traffic conditions.

The Integrated AI powered Gugu Energy App enables you to see nearby charging locations and provides vehicle diagnostics at the rider’s fingertips

Coimbatore and design studio in Pune.

Gugu has developed a proprietary semi-solid state battery technology that can charge a battery from 0-80% in under 15 minutes. Gugu Energy’s semi-solid state batteries provides more than 250Wh/Kg and has 85% capacity after 160,000 miles and last up to 500,000 miles.

Cobalt, an essential ingredient in electric vehicle batteries, has been the primary reason behind the high cost of an EV Battery Cell thereby

Over the next few years, Gugu Energy will create fast charging stations across India.

Whether it’s home or office or during a long distance travel, Gugu energy will setup multiple charging locations pan India.

Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS MY19 receives new colour scheme in India India Kawasaki Motors Pvt. Ltd. (IKM) has announced an addition of new colour of Ninja 1000 ABS ‘Metallic Matte Fusion Silver’ as variant. The price remains unchanged and will be limited to 60 units only for the Indian market.

The company had launched an upgraded Ninja 1000 ABS in July 2017 bundled with: - LED headlamps along with pilot lamp.

- New detailed display console - Comfortable ergonomics - Improved aerodynamics - Reduced weight

Ninja 1000 ABS is also available in two colour option “Candy lime green” and “Metallic spark black”. With its powerful 1000cc, inline 4-cylinder engine, the Ninja 1000 ABS has a crisp and strong pull from all rpms. Thanks to a rigid, lightweight aluminium frame and compact engine design, the weight is not only low and centered inside the motorcycle, but the overall profile is also slim. Its race inspired appearance and comfortable ergonomics means riders can spend the day in the saddle without undue

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strain and roll on the miles with eyecatching ease.

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KIA SELTOS SUV

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he Goan rains were not a deterrent, rather it added to the fun quotient when it came to driving the Kia Seltos SUV. Kia Motors India is offering this vehicle with a plethora of permutations and combinations. The Kia Seltos SUV is being offered with a dual trim concept. One is the Tech line and the other is the GT line. The former is a premium looking vehicle that offers family oriented comforts and technology features. The GT line has a sporty design and very youthful in its styling and features. Thus the variants in the Tech line are the High Tech –eXtreme (HTX), the High Tech –Klass (HTK) and the High Tech-Energy (HTE).

The GT Line consists of the GT Line-eXtreme (GTX), the GT Line-Klass (GTK) and the GT LineEnergy (GTE). Are you confused? Well, there is more to the story.

The Kia Seltos is being offered with three BS VI compliant engine options. One is the 1.4 litre Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection petrol engine.

This again has an option of either a 6 speed manual transmission or a 7 speed Dual Clutch Transmission or DCT. The engine produces a peak 138hp and a torque of 242Nm. The second engine is a naturally aspirated 1.5 litre petrol engine that also has an option of a 6 speed manual transmission and an Automatic Infinitely variable transmission (IVT). This engine produces 113.5hp and a peak torque of 144Nm.

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KIA SELTOS VARIANTS TECH LINE MODELS

GT LINE MODELS

High Tech –eXtreme (HTX)

GT Line-eXtreme (GTX)

High Tech –Klass (HTK)

GT Line-Klass (GTK)

High Tech-Energy (HTE)

GT Line-Energy (GTE)

The third engine option is a Diesel 1.5 VGT or Variable-geometry turbocharger. This again has an option of a 6 speed manual transmission as well as a 6 speed torque convertor automatic transmission. This one also produces a peak 113.5hp, but a peak torque of 250Nm. For record’s sake the 1.4 litre TGDI petrol engine delivers a fuel efficiency of 16.1kmpl for the manual transmission version and 16.5 kmpl for the DCT verison. As for the VGT 1.5 litre diesel engine, this churns out 21 kmpl for the manual transmission version and 18kmpl for the automatic version.

The Seltos has an overall length of 4315mm, an overall width of 1800mm, an overall height of 1620mm and a wheelbase of 2610mm. It has a front overhang of 865mm and a rear overhang of 840mm In the short period we were in Goa and with the rains playing hide and seek, we were able to drive three variants, the GTX 1.4 TGDI with the manual as well as the DCT. We also drove the

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ENGINE

TRANSMISSION

1.4 litre Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection petrol engine

6 speed MT 7 speed DCT

MAXIMUM POWER

MAXIMUM TORQUE

138hp

242Nm

6 speed MT Naturally aspirated 1.5 litre petrol engine

Diesel 1.5 VGT

Automatic Infinitely variable transmission (IVT) 6 speed MT 6 speed AT

FUEL EFFICIENCY 16.1 kmpl 16.5 kmpl 16.5 kmpl

113.5hp

144Nm

113.5hp

250Nm

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16.8 kmpl 21 kmpl 18 kmpl

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HTX model with the six speed automatic transmission. Let me reiterate at this point, the models I drove were the top end variants in its respective class. Now let me begin to describe the vehicle and its features, including my drive experience.

EXTERIORS The front has the Kia signature tiger nose grille with a sweeping LED light bar.

Zoom your eyes into the grille area and you notice its chrome diamond knurling pattern. It has a smartly designed lower air dam and bumper. The GT line gets front skid plates with red accents and the GT line emblem in one corner of the grille. It’s a lot of LED in the SUV as it gets crown jewel LED headlamps, heartbeat LED DRLs and Ice cube LED fog lamps.

The side profile is equally refreshing with a floating roof design and the SUV has a door garnish with silver accent line.

In the GT line, this line has a red accent.

Not to be missed are the beltline chrome

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moulding, roof rails, sun roof and shark fin antenna which is standard across the variants. The top end Tech Line vehicles get R 17 hyper metallic alloys while the top end GT lines vehicles get R 17 crystal cut alloys.

Coming to the rear, the vehicles get connected LED lamp and tailgate garnish along with reflectors with air dam design. The vehicles also get a dual muffler design with rear skid plates and a rear spoiler. . The GT line gets a GT line emblem on one side of the tail gate, while the rear skid plates get a red accent here.

INTERIORS Everything looks and feels rich inside the Seltos cabin with the comfortable seats, the 2 step recline rear seats being 60:40 split with folding feature and a centre arm rest, the smart dashboard, the connected infotainment along with the D cut or flat bottomed steering wheel and an automatic air conditioner and rear AC vents. The steering wheel is tilt

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adjustable and telescopic with buttons mounted on it for various functions. There is provision for quick wireless charging (10W) with air cooling function.

Let me talk of the interiors of the GTX automatic.

This SUV has LED sound mood lights, ambient mood lighting, rear door sun shade curtain, sporty alloy pedals, black leatherette sports seats with red stitching, a 10.25 inches HD touch screen navigation, rear view camera with guidance, driving rear view monitor, an air purifier with perfume diffuser, a fixed arm rest, a 7 inch colour display cluster and a 8.0inch head up display. The front windshield and windows of the vehicle are UV cut. It has rain sensing wipers.

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But it’s the manual top end GT line which gets a few more features that are not there in the automatic DCT variant. These are an electric sunroof, ventilated front seats, 8-way driver power seat, BOSE premium 8 speaker sound system, 360 deg camera surround view monitor, a blind view monitor in the cluster LCD and front parking sensors.

The top end Techline diesel vehicle gets more or less similar features like the GT Line top end manual, except for a HUD. I found the legroom, shoulder room and head room quite adequate, both for the front as well as rear. There is adequate storage space, with spaces to store in the front console armrest, front console cup holders, glove box, bottle holders and map pockets as well as a rear arm rest cup holder. The boot has a luggage capacity of 433 litres with a wide mouth to fit in large dimension luggage.

Since this is a UVO connected car, the UVO Lite app once downloaded into your smartphone has its own set of exciting features. The company is giving a three year free subscription for this app that has around 37 smart features.

The prominent features include audio source changes, set your air purifier levels and the sound mood lamp, live car tracking, find my car, remote engine start/stop, remote AC control, remote smart pure air ON, TPMS status, fuel level information, stolen vehicle tracking, geo fencing, among others.

PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY Now as I took turns driving the three different variants, I realised that each of the three has

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its own set of merits. For example, the GT Line 1.4 litre petrol automatic variant is the only one that comes with multi drive modes and multi traction modes. But then you need to remember, this variant does not have Bose speakers, driver power seat, sunroof, ventilated front seats among others. The 7-speed DCT is however very responsive and quick on its feet. It drives well without any fuss.

On the other hand, the top end GT Line 1.4 litre petrol manual comes with a lot of bells and whistles. Even the gear shifts are prompt and impactful. You can feel the engine power and almost no turbo lag as you step on the accelerator. Ride and handling too are impressive and braking too is very effective. Whether it is wading through water or going through some bad pot holed roads in Goa, the Seltos soaked in

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all the bumps quite efficiently.

VERDICT

The Seltos comes with a smart key and a push button start and also offers cruise control. The diesel automatic is also quite nimble and swift thanks to the torque convertor feature. There is no compromise on the safety front with the GT line top end models which come with side and curtain airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold control and vehicle stability management. The top end Tech line only comes with ABS with EBD and dual air bags for the driver and passenger only.

If I were to choose among the three different variants I drove, I will opt for the GT Line 1.4 litre TGDI petrol variant that comes with a manual transmission. This one impressed me the most, especially since it is loaded with a lot of features. So has Kia Motors India made it confusing for customers with the number of variants it is offering? To some extent it has, but the Indians love to evaluate a car very carefully and the Kia offering will only be a puzzle that they will love to solve. On the whole, the Kia Seltos SUV is a tiger nosed marvel.

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HYUNDAI KONA ELECTRIC

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sually electric vehicles are considered boring and impractical by Indians because of the very limited choice available in the market today.

But all that perception is bound to change with the launch of

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the Hyundai Kona Electric. We got to drive this new electric car at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, India’s only F1 track.

EXTERIOR The Kona electric SUV has a unique front grille with intaglio

patterns and a unique graphic element on the grille with a spilt type headlamp. The electric charging port is seamlessly integrated with this grille area for convenient, head-in parking at charging stations. It has LED Daytime Running Lights above and Bi- Function LED

Headlamps below.

The side profile shows a sloping roof line and distinct design characteristics of a sporty SUV with lightweight aero design wheels. The vehicle comes with 215/55 R17 tyres. The vehicle has a very

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KONA ELECTRIC powertrain employs a powerful and highly-efficient 134HP permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor powered by a high-voltage 39.2 KWH advanced lithium-ion polymer battery. The motor develops 395NM of torque distributed to the front wheels. It accelerates from 0- 100 KMPH in just 9.7 SECONDS. The battery system has liquid-cooling technology.

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aerodynamic styling with a sporty roof rail and a sun roof. The rear has slim brake lights and turn indicators. The rear bumper fascia is quite smartly designed. Not to be missed are the Rear Skid Plate and the rear spoiler with the high mounted stop light.

INTERIOR The interiors are sleek and simple, yet smart in more ways than one because of the dark shades and the decent material used. Leather Seats, Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel, Premium soft touch pad on dashboard, Metal Pedals and Digital Instrument Cluster with Supervision give the

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vehicle an up market appeal.

Kona’s shift-by-wire drive controls are supported by a centre console upper bridge element with an integrated open-access lower storage bin for convenience. The 7 inches touchscreen infotainment includes standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability. The touchscreen infotainment includes AM/FM/MP3, auxiliary input, voicecommand recognition and Rear View Monitor.

There is plenty of storage space and charging point in front. The steering wheel can be adjusted for distance as well as

tilt. The vehicle has a motor-driven power steering. The Kona comes with Steering Mounted Audio & Bluetooth Controls.

The vehicle gets power driver’s seat, leather ventilated seats in the front, automatic air conditioning and smart key with push button start. Kona electric also offers smart phone wireless charging. To charge a device, simply place a compatible smart phone on the wireless-charging interface located in the center console storage.

The rear seats are decent with space for three with three adjustable headrests. But

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what is missing are the much needed AC vents at the back. There are no charging ports for the rear passengers.

PERFORMANCE Now coming to performance, this electric SUV gathers instant speed, thanks to the massive torque available at the word “Go�.

The Kona Electric powertrain employs a powerful and highly-efficient 134hp permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor powered by a high-voltage 39.2 kWh advanced lithium-ion polymer battery. The motor develops 395Nm of torque distributed to the front wheels. It accelerates from 0100 kmph in just 9.7 seconds. The battery

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system has liquid-cooling technology.

The long wheelbase, short overhangs and wide track create a planted stance. The front suspension features a MacPherson strut system using an innovative sub-frame bushing design for enhanced comfort and reduced NVH. The MacPherson strut design uses gas-filled shock absorbers and a hollow stabilizer bar for lower weight and enhanced responsiveness.

mode. The vehicle was zippy and even at those sharp corners, the tyres screeched but stood its ground, balancing the vehicle superbly on the track. Now this car comes with paddle shifters and mind you unlike conventional cars where these shifters are used to manually change gears to have some fun kicking around the vehicle, in the Kona, the paddle shifters are used for Adjustable Regenerative Braking. Thus these paddle shifters are basically regeneration paddles.

Kona Electric offers different driving modes (Eco+, Eco, Comfort and Sport).

Since we had just three rounds to ourselves on the F1 track, we opted for the Sport

To make things a bit more clear let me explain to all the novices out there that when you apply the brakes in a vehicle to stop it, the kinetic energy gets converted

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into heat energy as the brake pads get into action and this heat is dissipated into the atmosphere. This energy that is wasted or dissipated into the air can be tapped. This is the basic principle of regenerative brakes. It is basically an energy recovery mechanism.

Thus with the help of electric motors in fully electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles, regenerative braking takes place.

How is that? One of the properties of an electric motor is that, when it is run in one direction, it converts electrical energy into mechanical energy that makes the wheels of a vehicle move. But the same motor when it is run in the opposite direction, it plays the role of an electric generator, converting mechanical energy into electrical energy.

This electrical energy is stored in lithium ion batteries to be used by the motor to move the vehicle. It is similar to filling up your fuel tank in a conventional ICE vehicle.

Now regenerative braking gets into action when the brake pedal is depressed as well as when the vehicle is decelerating. Coming back to the Hyundai Kona, when decelerating or coasting downhill, electric motor can generate electricity rather than consuming it. This charges you high voltage batteries and extends your driving range. This is shown on the power charge gauge in the instrument cluster. When regenerative braking takes places you can see the amount of charging take place with the number of bars on the screen increasing gradually.

Hyundai Kona Electric allows four different levels of regenerative braking from 0 to 3. The higher the level, the greater is the amount of regenerative braking and more aggressively the vehicle decelerates as you take the foot off the vehicle. With the paddle shifters on right and left of the steering wheel, you can select your levels which get indicated on the bottom of the instrument panel’s LCD screen.

The left shifter increases the level while the right decreases the level of regenerative braking and increases the deceleration level. Thus at level 0 there is no regenerative braking. So even if you lift your foot off the accelerator, the vehicle is coasting away.

Higher levels are ideal for stop and go traffic or when you are going down a hill. One must also remember that the levels of regenerative braking using paddle shifters act different in

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terms of response in different drive modes.

At the track, I must confess I was driving at 0 level to get as much momentum as possible!

The Hyundai Kona also has a function of a one pedal driving. This is controlled by the left paddle shifter. While you are coasting, you can press and hold the left paddle. That applies a higher level of regenerative braking for your speed. This will bring your vehicle to a complete stop. You have to step on the accelerator to move the vehicle forward. In normal driving, with this function activated, you need not use your brake pedal at all, only the left paddle and your accelerator. If you release the left paddle while travelling more than 3.2 km per hour, regenerative braking returns to your previous preset levels. But at speeds lower than 3.2 kmph if you release the left paddle shifter, regenerative braking remains at its maximum level.

Electric vehicles need to be charged and for this, Hyundai Motor India is providing customers with two chargers along with the car – A portable charger and an AC Wall Box Charger. The Portable charger can be plugged into any normal 3 Pin 15 Amp socket. This charger can top up daily running of 50Kms in less than 3 Hours. Whereas AC Wall Box charger (7.2 kW) can top-up charge the vehicle within 1 hour for running 50Kms. When it comes to safety, the Kona Electric comes with Electric Parking Brake with Autohold, 6 Airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, Vehicle Stability Management, Hill Assist Control, Rear Camera with Guideline, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, All Disc Brakes and a Virtual Engine sound System (VESS). Unfortunately, the drive lasted barely a few minutes and we really could not test out the VESS.

VERDICT The Hyundai Kona Electric will definitely change the perception of Indians about electric cars. No longer will they be looked upon as primitively designed and shaped cars with lithium ion batteries. With modern features and a technology that is so sophisticated, the Hyundai Kona Electric can definitely give a modern ICE car a run for its money.

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AUTO STUFF

Introducing BENTLEY’S new flying bees Bentley Motors’ historic site in Crewe is already famous for producing the models that have carried its “flying B” emblem on the bonnet for one hundred years, but thanks to a new biodiversity initiative, the company is now creating a buzz with the introduction of 120,000 “flying bees” of a different kind. Bentley produces some of the most luxurious cars in the world under the brand names Bentayga, Continental, Flying Spur and Mulsanne.

With the help of local beekeepers, two national hives, which are collectively home to 120,000 British Apis Mellifera honey bees, have been successfully installed on grassland at the edge of the Bentley site. The area has been sown with bee friendly wild flowers – and as it borders the Cheshire countryside, it is proving to be the perfect habitat for the bees, who are settling in well and showing promising signs for the first honey harvest at the end of the summer. Each hive has the potential to create around 15kg – or approximately 50 jars of honey.

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ROAV A0 DASHCAM (`5490/-) Roav by Anker Innovations has introduced its advanced entry level ‘Dashcam A0’ in India, engineered with class leading panoramic optics, built-in Wi-Fi, a dedicated App. The dashcam has been priced at Rs 5490.

Roav A0 DashCam attaches to your windshield to track and record every drive in wide-angle thanks to its 170 degree wide angle lens. The Roav A0 when connected to the ROAV Dashcam App (Supports both, Android & Apple, using your smartphones Wi-Fi) streams video from the dashcam to your smartphone to view and download.

Peter Bosch, Bentley’s Member of the Board for Manufacturing explains: “Although our Pyms Lane site is over 80 years old, we’re constantly looking for ways to improve our environmental footprint and achieve our goal of carbon neutral operations.

“We already have the largest solar car port in the UK on our site - which means that all of our electricity use is now either solar or certified green – so we’ve also started to look at ways we can use our site to

increase local biodiversity.

“Bees populations are in decline in the UK, so installing two hives to help boost biodiversity is a great way to make use of the grassland at the edge of the site. “Our “flying bees” are honeybees that have been bred by local beekeepers with over fifty years’ experience. With their help, we’re checking on them every week and it’s great to see that they’re already starting to produce the first Bentley honey”.

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That aside, the dashcam’s setup can be managed from the App itself through the smartphone, rather than reaching for the camera itself. The recording starts automatically when the camera is plugged into the car’s cigarette lighter socket The camera supports rich and clear videos, with an advanced chipset, 6 lens elements, and Wide Dynamic Range image balancing combined to record every drive in crisp 1080p HD resolution. It has been built to withstand extreme heat and cold for reliable use in virtually in any environment. Equipped with an f/1.4aperture lens that enables clear night vision & wide-angle views, it simultaneously covers up to 5 lanes of traffic.

The dashcam also includes a parking monitor mode (thanks to the built-in G Sensor & 240mAh battery).

When your car is turned off, on accidental impact from the outside, the camera automatically turns on and starts recording a video. Packaged with an 8 GB SD card (camera supports up to 128GB MicroSD cards),the A0 Dashcam ensures you’re good to go – right out of the box.

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Guardians to be jailed, fined for offences by juveniles driving vehicles RAJYA SABHA PASSES MOTOR VEHICLES (AMENDMENT) BILL 2019 Motown India Bureau

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ery soon, traffic violations will invite huge penalties for motorists in India as the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019 has been passed by Parliament. Among a few new proposals cleared, guardians and owners of vehicles shall be deemed

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to be guilty in the case of a juvenile committing an offence. Rs 25,000 with 3 yrs imprisonment have been proposed for such an offence while the Juvenile will be tried under JJ Act. The registration of the motor vehicle too will be cancelled.

Another new proposal envisages that

a fine of Rs 10,000 will be levied on any vehicle driver for not providing way for emergency vehicles. Apart from this, important areas of amendment include vehicle fitness, recall of vehicles, protection of good Samaritan, cashless treatment during golden hour, taxi aggregators, etc.

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OLD PROVISION / PENALTY

NEW PROPOSED PROVISION / MINIMUM PENALTIES

177

General

`100

`500

New 177A

Rules of road regulation violation

`100

`500

178

Travel without ticket

`200

`500

179

Disobedience of orders of authorities

`500

`2000

180

Unauthorised use of vehicles without license

`1000

`5000

181

Driving without license

`500

`5000

182

Driving despite disqualification

`500

`10,000

182 B

Oversize vehicles

New

`5000

183

Over speeding

`400

`1000 for LMV `2000 for Medium passenger vehicle

184

Dangerous driving penalty

`1000

Upto `5000

185

Drunken driving

`2000

`10,000

189

Speeding / Racing

`500

`5,000

192 A

Vehicle without permit

upto `5000

Upto `10,000

193

Aggregators (violations of licencing conditions)

New

`25,000 to `1,00,000

194

Overloading

`2000 and `1000 per extra tonne

`20,000 and `2000 per extra tonne

194 A

Overloading of passengers

194 B

Seat belt

`100

`1000

194 C

Overloading of two wheelers

`100

`2000, Disqualification for 3 months for license

194 D

Helmets

`100

`1000 Disqualification for 3 months for license

194 E

Not providing way for emergency vehicles

New

`10,000

196

Driving Without Insurance

`1000

`2000

New

Guardian / owner shall be deemed to be guilty. Rs 25,000 with 3 yrs imprisonment. For Juvenile to be tried under JJ Act. Registration of Motor Vehicle to be cancelled

`1000 per extra passenger

199

Offences by Juveniles

206

Power of Officers to impound documents

Suspension of driving licenses u/s 183, 184, 185, 189, 190, 194C, 194D, 194E

210 B

Offences committed by enforcing authorities

Twice the penalty under the relevant section

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The amendments in the Bill mainly focus on issues relating to improving road safety, citizens’ facilitation while dealing with the transport department, strengthening rural transport, last mile connectivity and public transport, automation and computerization and enabling online services. Some of the important areas of amendment are as follows: ROAD SAFETY In the area of road safety, the Bill proposes to increase penalties to act as deterrent against traffic violations. Stricter provisions are being proposed in respect of offences like juvenile driving, drunken driving, driving without licence, dangerous driving, over-speeding, overloading etc.

Stricter provisions for helmets have been introduced along with provisions for electronic detection of violations. Penalty regarding motor vehicles is to be increased by 10 % every year..

VEHICLE FITNESS The Bill mandates automated

fitness testing for vehicles. This would reduce corruption in the transport department while improving the road worthiness of the vehicle. Penalty has been provided for deliberate violation of safety/environmental regulations as well as body builders and spare part suppliers.

The process for testing and certification for automobiles is proposed to be regulated more effectively. The testing agencies issuing automobile approvals have been brought under the ambit of the Act and standards will be set for motor vehicle testing institutes. The Bill also provides for compulsory recall of defective vehicles and power to examine irregularities of vehicle companies.

RECALL OF VEHICLES The Bill allows the central government to order for recall of motor vehicles if a defect in the vehicle may cause damage to the environment, or the driver, or other road users. The manufacturer of the recalled vehicle will be required to: (i)

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reimburse the buyers for the full cost of the vehicle, or (ii) replace the defective vehicle with another vehicle with similar or better specifications.

ROAD SAFETY BOARD The Bill provides for a National Road Safety Board, to be created by the central government through a notification. The Board will advise the central and state governments on all aspects of road safety and traffic management including standards of motor vehicles, registration and licensing of vehicles, standards for road safety, and promotion of new vehicle technology.

PROTECTION OF GOOD SAMARITAN To help road accident victims, Good Samaritan guidelines have been incorporated in the Bill. The Bill defines a Good Samaritan as a person who renders emergency medical or nonmedical assistance to a victim at the scene of an accident, and provides rules to prevent

harassment of such a person.

CASHLESS TREATMENT DURING GOLDEN HOUR The Bill provides for a scheme for cashless treatment of road accident victims during golden hour.

THIRD PARTY INSURANCE The Bill has included the driver’s attendant in 3rd Party insurance. re will be no cap on liability of insurers. There will be a 10 time increase in insurance compensation, from Rs 50, 000 to Rs 5 lakh. Claim process has been simplified.

Insurance firms have to pay claims within a month, if the victim’s family agree to accept Rs 5 lakh compensation. The Bill also increases the minimum compensation for hit and run cases from Rs 25,000 to two lakh rupees in case of death, and from Rs 12,500 to Rs 50,000 in case of grievous injury.

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT FUND The Bill requires the central government to constitute a

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Motor Vehicle Accident Fund, to provide compulsory insurance cover to all road users in India. It will be utilised for: treatment of persons injured in road accidents as per the golden hour scheme, compensation to representatives of a person who died in a hit and run accident, compensation to a person grievously hurt in a hit and run accident, and compensation to any other persons as prescribed by the central government. This Fund will be credited through: payment of a nature notified by the central government, a grant or loan made by the central government, balance of the Solatium Fund (existing fund under the Act to provide compensation for hit and run accidents),or any other source as prescribed the central government.

IMPROVING SERVICES USING E-GOVERNANCE Improving delivery of services to the stakeholders using e-Governance is one of the major focuses of this Bill. This includes PROVISION FOR ONLINE DRIVING LICENSES. The Bill provides for online Learners License with mandatory online identity verification Driving test will be computerized to avoid fake D.L. The Bill will bring transparency in RTO offices.

Commercial licenses will be valid up to five instead of three years.

Application for renewal can be made one year prior to or after license lapses. Driver Training Schools will be opened so that more efficient drivers may be available.

PROCESS OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION To improve the registration process for new vehicles, registration at the end of the dealer is being enabled and

restrictions have been imposed on temporary registration. The Minister has however said that state transport departments can inspect the vehicles at dealers end.

To bring harmony of the registration and licensing process, it is proposed to create National Register for Driving License and National Register for Vehicle registration through “Vahan” & “Sarathi” platforms.

This will facilitate uniformity of the process across the country.

DRIVERS TRAINING The driving training process has been strengthened enabling faster issuance of transport licenses. This will help in reducing the shortage of commercial drivers in the country. More and more drivers training schools and vehicle fitness centres will be opened To facilitate transport solutions for Divyang, the bottlenecks have been removed in respect of grant of driving licenses as well as alterations in the vehicles to make it fit for their use .

REFORMS IN TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM Development of integrated Transport System will be possible from the National Transportation Policy. This will also enhance the powers of the State Governments, provide better last mile connectivity, rural transport etc.

TAXI AGGREGATORS: The Bill defines aggregators as digital intermediaries or market places which can be used by passengers to connect with a driver for transportation purposes (taxi services). The Bill provides guidelines for Aggregators. At present there are no rules in many states for

regulating aggregators, taxis etc.

REFORMS IN DRIVING LICENSES The Bill provides for online Learners License. Provision of online identity verification Aadhar Card has been made mandatory for making Driving Licenses and driving test of the applicant will be computerized to avoid fake D.L. The Bill will bring transparency in RTO offices.

Commercial licenses will be valid upto five instead of three years.

Application for renewal can be made one year prior to or after licence lapses. Driver Training Schools will be opened so that more efficient driver may be available.

SIMPLIFICATION IN THE PROCESS OF VEHICLE REGISTRATION The vehicle owners may register their vehicle anywhere in the state and process of registration will be done by dealers. Differently abled persons will get facilities for registration of vehicles.

Checking of fitness of vehicles will be computerised and laws for scrapping of old vehicle. Now since the National Register is in place, transfer of vehicle from one city to another will be easier and the stolen vehicles will not get registered.

NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION POLICY: The central government may develop a National Transportation Policy, in consultation with state governments. The Policy will: (i) establish a planning framework for road transport, (ii) develop a framework for grant of permits, and (iii) specify priorities for the transport system, among other things.

Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport & Highways and MSME thanked the Members of the House and said that this was a

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matter of great happiness for him. He said the much needed amendments will improve road safety, facilitate citizens in their dealings with transport departments, strengthen rural transport, public transport and last mile connectivity through automation, computerization and online services. The Minister reiterated that the Bill would, in no way, encroach upon the powers and authorities of the states. He said the Bill would rather empower the states. He added that the Bill will provide an efficient, safe and corruption free transport system in the country.

The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019 is based on the recommendations of the Group of Transport Ministers (GoM) of States constituted by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways to address the issue of road safety and to improve the facilitation of the citizens while dealing with transport departments. The GoM was headed by Yoonus Khan, the then Transport Minister of Rajasthan, and had 18 State Transport Ministers from different political parties as members.

On the basis of recommendations of the GoM and other pressing requirements, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways introduced the Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill 2016.

This, along with amendments, was passed by Lok Sabha on 10th April, 2017. The Bill as passed

by Lok Sabha was introduced in Rajya Sabha and was referred to the Select Committee of the Rajya Sabha on 08.08.2017. The Select Committee presented its report to the Parliament on 22nd December, 2017. The Bill was pending in the Rajya Sabha and lapsed with the dissolution of the 16th Lok Sabha.

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MoRTH draft notification for CMVR amendments to boost electric vehicles Steep hike in ICE vehicle registration fees proposed

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The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has issued a draft notification for amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules for providing a boost to electric vehicles, ensuring Divyangjan (Differentlyabled passengers or passengers with reduced mobility) friendly features in buses, and providing an enabling mechanism for scrapping of vehicles older than 15 years. The government is also proposing a steep hike in the issue and renewal of registration of vehicles powered by ICE (internal combustion engine)

fitness test and grant and renewal of certificate of fitness for motor vehicles older than 15 years.

The renewal of certificate of fitness in respect of transport vehicles older than 15 years has been proposed to be conducted every six months from the current requirement of testing once a year.

In addition, the fees have been increased further for conducting

Battery Operated Vehicles will be exempted from the payment of fees for the purpose of issue or renewal of registration certificate and assignment of new registration mark. This was already issued earlier, but has been published again for legislative clarity for the

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Priority seats, signs, securing of crutches/ canes/ walkers, hand rail/ stanchions, controls at priority seats and wheel chair entry/ housing/ locking arrangement for wheel chair for Divyangjan (Differently Abled passengers or passengers with reduced mobility) to be checked and ensured at the time of Fitness Inspection for buses has been introduced.

amendments.

The notification also provides that newly purchased motor vehicles will be exempted from the payment of fees for the purpose of issue of registration certificate and assignment of new registration mark subject to condition that the motor vehicle is presented for the registration along with the SCRAPPING CERTIFICATE of the previously owned vehicle of same category issued by the authorised scrapping centre/agency and the scrapping certificate has not been utilised for any other such cases in past.

The fees have been revised for renewal of certificates of registration and assignment of new registration mark. The draft notification has been issued seeking comments and suggestions from stakeholders.

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Steep hike in private ICE vehicle registration fees proposed In order to boost the buying and use of electric vehicles in the personal passenger vehicle segment in future, the government is proposing a steep hike in the fees for issue and renewal of registration of private vehicles powered by ICE (internal Combustion Engine).

The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has issued a draft notification for amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules.

The government has also proposed hike in fitness test for vehicle beyond 15 years.

But one must keep in mind that as per a Supreme Court as well as National Green

Tribunal (NGT) order, private petrol vehicles have a life of 15 years, while diesel vehicles have a life of 10 years in the entire National Capital Region (NCR). The NCR comprises the entire territory of Delhi and urban areas of neighboring states of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. Uttar Pradesh cities include Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar, Bulandshahr, Baghpat, Hapur and Shamli. In Haryana, the cities include Faridabad, Gurgaon, Mahendragarh, Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri, Nuh, Rohtak, Sonipat, Rewari, Jhajjar, Panipat, Palwal, Jind and Karnal. In Rajasthan the cities include Alwar and Bharatpur. Thus, in these cities the

PROPOSED FEE STRUCTURE FOR REGISTRATION OF PRIVATE VEHICLES PURPOSE

NEW FEES PROPOSED

EXISTING FEES

MOTORCYCLE NEW REGISTRATION RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 1000

RS 300

RS 2000

RS 300

THREE WHEELER/QUADRICYCLE NEW REGISTRATION

RS 5000

RS 600

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 10,000

RS 600

LIGHT MOTOR VEHICLE (CARS, SUVS, MPVS, MUVS, ETC) NEW REGISTRATION

RS 10,000

RS 1000

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 20,000

RS 1000

IMPORTED MOTOR VEHICLE ( 2&3 WHEELED) NEW REGISTRATION

RS 5000

RS 2500

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 10,000

RS 2500

IMPORTED MOTOR VEHICLE (4 OR MORE WHEELED) NEW REGISTRATION

RS 20,000

RS 5000

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 40,000

RS 5000

PROPOSED FEE STRUCTURE FOR CONDUCTING TESTS FOR RENEWAL OF FITNESS CERTIFICATE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES UP TO 15 YEARS NEW FEES PROPOSED

EXISTING FEES

MOTORCYCLE MANUAL AUTOMATED

RS 400

RS 200

RS 800

RS 400

THREE WHEELER/QUADRICYCLE/ LMV MANUAL

RS 800

RS 400

AUTOMATED

RS 1200

RS 600

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Supreme Court ban is in effect.

As for the rest of India, beyond 15 years, the vehicles can continue to ply, as per the respective state government norms, provided the vehicle undergoes a fitness test.

Hike in transport ICE vehicle registration fees proposed In order to boost the buying and use of electric vehicles in the commercial vehicle as well as private passenger vehicle segments, the government is proposing to hike the fees for issue and renewal of registration of vehicles powered by ICE (internal Combustion Engine). Moreover, the government also proposes to increase the fees for testing of commercial vehicles for fitness The renewal of certificate of fitness in respect of transport vehicles older than 15 years has been proposed to be conducted every six months from the current requirement of testing once a year. In addition, the fees have been increased further for conducting fitness test and grant and renewal of certificate of fitness for transport vehciles.

Unlike in the case of private vehicles

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for personal use where the vehicles have to go for a fitness test after 15 years (rules for Delhi NCR are different as this region does not permit petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10 years to ply on roads), transport or commercial vehicles will have to go for a fitness test every two years up to eight years of age and every one year for vehicles older than eight years. But once the transport vehicle completes 15 years, it needs to go for a fitness test every six months.

Priority seats, signs, securing of crutches/ canes/ walkers, hand rail/ stanchions, controls at priority seats and wheel chair entry/ housing/ locking arrangement for wheel chair for Divyangjan (Differently Abled passengers or passengers with reduced mobility) to be checked and ensured at the time of Fitness Inspection for buses has been introduced.

PROPOSED FEE STRUCTURE FOR REGISTRATION OF TRANSPORT VEHICLES PURPOSE

NEW FEES PROPOSED

EXISTING FEES

LIGHT MOTOR VEHICLE NEW REGISTRATION

RS 10,000

RS 1000

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 20,000

RS 1000

MEDIUM GOODS/PASSENGER VEHICLE NEW REGISTRATION

RS 20,000

RS 1000

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 40,000

RS 1000

HEAVY GOODS / PASSENGER VEHICLE NEW REGISTRATION

RS 20,000

RS 1500

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 40,000

RS 1500

IMPORTED MOTOR VEHICLE (4 OR MORE WHEELED) NEW REGISTRATION

RS 20,000

RS 5000

RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION

RS 40,000

RS 5000

PROPOSED FEE STRUCTURE FOR CONDUCTING TESTS FOR RENEWAL OF FITNESS CERTIFICATE FOR MEDUM OR HEAVY MOTOR VEHICLES UP TO 15 YEARS MANUAL AUTOMATED

NEW FEES PROPOSED

EXISTING FEES

RS 1200

RS 600

RS 2000

RS 1000

ANY OTHER TYPE / CATEGORY MANUAL

RS 800

AUTOMATED

RS 1200

GST rate on all electric vehicles reduced from 12% to 5% The government has announced the reduction of Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on all electric vehicles from 12% to 5%. The GST rate on charger or charging stations for Electric vehicles is also reduced from 18% to 5%. Hiring of electric buses (of carrying capacity of more than 12 passengers) by local authorities will be now exempted from GST. These changes shall become effective from August 1, 2019.

The decision to reduce the GST rates on electric vehicles

and chargers / charging stations was taken at the 36th GST Council Meeting was held in New Delhi on Jly 27, 2019 via Video Conference under the chairmanship of Union Finance & Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

The meeting was also attended by Union Minister of State for Finance & Corporate Affairs Anurag Thakur besides Revenue Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey and other senior officials of the Ministry of Finance. The Council has

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recommended the following: • The GST rate on all electric vehicles be reduced from 12% to 5%.

• The GST rate on charger or charging stations for Electric vehicles be reduced from 18% to 5%.

• Hiring of electric buses (of carrying capacity of more than 12 passengers) by local authorities be exempted from GST. • Last date for filing of intimation, in Form GST CMP02, for availing the option

of payment of tax under notification No. 2/2019-Central Tax (Rate) dated 07.03.2019 (by exclusive supplier of services), will be extended from 31.07.2019 to 30.09.2019.

• The last date for furnishing statement containing the details of the self-assessed tax in Form GST CMP-08 for the quarter April, 2019 to June, 2019 (by taxpayers under composition scheme), will be extended from 31.07.2019 to 31.08.2019, the council decided.

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Govt issues draft notification allowing motor vehicles, parts to be affixed with microdots The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has issued a draft notification GSR 521(E) dated July 24, 2019, amending Central Motor Vehicle Rules, allowing motor vehicles and their parts, components, assemblies, sub-assemblies to be affixed with permanent and nearly invisible microdots that can be read physically with a microscope and identified with ultra violet light source.

Microdot technology involves spraying the body and parts of the vehicle or any other machine with microscopic dots, which give a unique identification. Use of this technology will help check theft of vehicles and also use of fake spare parts.

The microdots and adhesive will become permanent fixtures/affixationwhich cannot be removed without damaging the asset, that is the vehicle itself. The notification says that the microdots, if affixed, will have to comply with AIS 155 requirements.

The Ministry has sought comments / objections on the draft notification within thirty days.

IT IS ALL IN THE DOT South Africa based Recoveri, manufacturer and exporter of technologically superior micro tag identification and trace solutions for vehicles and other movable domestic and corporate assets world -wide which plans to enter India with its Microdot technology , a highly effective form of vehicle marking and powerful theft deterrent has welcomed the MoRTH draft notification allowing affixing of Microdots on motor vehicles and their parts in its recent notification .

MicroDot technology is a very effective form of Whole of Vehicle Marking. It involves spraying thousands of the small dots laser etched with a PIN (Personal Identification Number) number, linked to the Vehicle VIN Number. As the polymer dots are 1mm by 1mm it is impossible to locate and remove them all, so no matter how well it’s disguised, the car’s true identity can always be established.

“The technology is already used across the world as a way of identifying car engines and components. The microdot etched with a PIN number and other identification details are printed onto a microdot, which is then attached to the engine or component.

Microdots contain an ultraviolet tracing agent that fluoresces under an ultraviolet or black light, allowing dots to be easily read with a magnifier, but are difficult to detect with the naked eye If the vehicle is stolen, the authorities can trace it quickly and effectively just by reading the information on the almost invisible dot without the need to resort to shining black lights or using complicated technological trickery. All they do need is a simple handheld UV Light and microscope,” said Sooraj Dhawan, India Representative, Recoveri, a leading South African MicroDot solution company.

“The company plans to set up a state of the art manufacturing unit in India to meet the Indian requirements as well as open a Recoveri data center here linked with law enforcing and insurance companies in India . The company will also train police people in India with tracing system,” said Dhawan.

“Once an asset is microdotted, the unique DNA is enacted, proving undisputed ownership.

Each tag is linked to the Recoveri International database. The dots enable police to find missing vehicles and to identify parts that have been mixed and matched in a “chop shop”. All Recoveri micro dotted assets are logged onto a database and this information is used to track the rightful owner of an asset.

With introduction of this technology car hijackers and thieves are in for hard times in future as Microdots are virtually impossible to remove which makes them one of the best vehicle security measures. Recoveri microdots

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can also be used on other assets also including laptops, mobiles, luggage, jewellery and expensive household items; the list is endless.

They also help in making counterfeiting impossible” said Dhawan.

“The dots are also noninvasive and, of course, pretty near invisible. The unique code they contain is linked to the vehicle and is stored on a secure database to which the security services alone have access. Police and other law enforcement agencies world-wide love microdots because the physical technology is low-tech (all you need is a microscope) and the dots themselves are as invisible as it is almost impossible to detect without a investigative kit. What’s more, once the dot has been read on the stolen or lost goods, tracing the owner is as simple as reading a database,” he added.

In essence, “Recoveri Dot is used to discretely label assets in such a way as to be able to identify and trace ownership. The micro tags are mixed into a solution that is detectable under UV black light. With up to 15,000 coded micro tags deployed across both covert and overt areas of an asset, Recoveri provides a level of identification that makes theft and the resale of stolen property unviable to criminals and syndicates. The tags are impossible to remove without damaging the item, making resale difficult,” he further stated.

Recoveri plans to set up authorised microdot fitment centres across India and they also come in small kits. Recoveri is also in talks with several car manufacturer’s in the country as the Indian government, through its highest automobile technical standard making body ‘Central motor Vehicle Rules -Technical Standard Committee (CMVR-TSC) set up by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has already framed the standards for auto industry to use microdots.

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ACMA calls to avert looming crisis; Indian Auto components Industry grows 14.4pc Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body representing India’s Auto Component manufacturing industry, announced the findings of its Industry Performance Review for the fiscal 2018-19. The automotive component industry that contributes 2.3 per cent to India’s GDP, 25 per cent to its manufacturing GDP and provides employment to 50 lakh people, stood at Rs.3.95 lakh crore (USD 57 billion) for the period April 2018 to March 2019, registering a growth of 14.5 per cent over the previous year.

Vinnie Mehta, Director General, ACMAsaid, “ The first-half of the fiscal 2018-19 witnessed a robust double digit growth. However, the second-half saw a significant slump in vehicles sales. The component industry, in tandem, posted a some-what subdued performance with growth of 14.5 per cent over the previous fiscal, registering a turnover of Rs.

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3,95,902 crore (USD 57 billion). Auto Component exports grew by 17.1 per cent in FY 2018-19 to Rs.1,06,048 crore (USD 15.16 billion)”.

Speaking on the need for urgent government intervention to kick-start a long-term growth cycle for the Auto and Auto Component industry, Ram Venkataramani, President, ACMA noted, “The automotive industry is facing an unprecedented slowdown.

The vehicle sales in all segments have continued to plummet for the last several months. Considering the auto component industry grows on the back of the vehicle industry, a current 15 to 20 percent cut in vehicle production has led to a crisis like situation in the auto component sector. If the trend continues, an estimated ten-lakh people could be laid-off.”

The subdued demand, recent investments made for transition from BSIV to BSVI, lack of a clarity on

policy for electrification of vehicles, especially for two and three wheelers, has left the industry unsure of its future and has caused it to stop all future investments.

Ram further added, “The industry needs urgent Government intervention.

There is an immediate need to stimulate vehicle demand and also sustain it post BSVI implementation, as vehicles will become significantly expensive thereafter. We strongly recommend that the government instates 18% GST rate across the entire auto and auto component sector.”

On the need for a stable policy for electric mobility Ram said, “As we prepare for introduction of electric mobility in the country, the FAME 2 scheme and the associated Phased Manufacturing Program (PMP) are indeed welcome steps in this direction and will ensure a successful ‘Make in

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India’ programme. Any further changes in targets for rollout of electric vehicles would increase India’s import bill and damage the current robust auto components manufacturing ecosystem. This will also result in significant job losses. Therefore, a stable, technology agnostic, e-mobility policy is the need of the hour to ensure a smooth transition and creation of a strong local supply base”.

KEY FINDINGS OF THE ACMA INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE REVIEW 2018-19:

respectively.

• The key export items included drive transmission & steering, engine components, Body/ Chasis, Suspension & Braking etc.

• Exports: Exports of auto components grew by 17.1 per cent to Rs 106.048 crore (USD 15.16 billion) from Rs90,571 crore (USD 13.4 billion) in 2017-18. Europe accounted for 33 per cent of exports followed

by North America and Asia, with 29 per cent and 26 per cent

• Imports: Imports of auto components increased by 14.4 per cent to Rs.1,23,688 crore (USD 17.6 billion) in 201819from Rs.106,672 crore(USD

15.9 billion) in 2017-18. Asia accounted for 61 per cent of imports followed by Europe and North America, with 29 per cent and 8 per cent respectively.

• Aftermarket: With increasing vehicle base in the country, the aftermarket in 2018-19 grew by 9.6 percent to Rs 67,491 crore (USD 10.1 billion) from Rs.61,601(USD 9.2 billion)in the previous fiscal.

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS

(Figures in Rs Crore)

2013-2014

2014-2015

2015-2016

2016-2017

2017-2018

2018-19

Turnover

211,765

234,869

255,635

292,184

345,635

395,902

Growth%

-2.00%

11.10%

8.80%

14.30%

18.30%

14.5%

Exports

61,487

68,522

70,916

73,128

90,571

106,048

Growth%

16.70%

11.40%

3.50%

3.10%

23.90%

17.1%

Imports

77,160

82,931

90,662

90,571

106,672

123,688

Growth%

3.60%

7.50%

9.30%

-0.10%

17.80%

16%

Aftermarket

35,603

39,875

44,660

56,096

61,601

67,491

Growth%

12.00%

12.00%

12.00%

25.60%

9.8

9.6%

(Figures in USD Billion) 2013-2014

2014-2015

2015-2016

2016-2017

2017-2018

2018-19

Turnover

35.1

38.5

39

43.55

51.2

57.0

Growth%

-11.50%

9.60%

1.30%

11.70%

18.30%

14.5%

Exports

10.2

11.22

10.81

10.9

13.5

15.16

Growth%

5.40%

10.00%

-3.70%

0.80%

24%

12.5%

Imports

12.8

13.58

13.82

13.5

15.9

17.6

Growth%

-6.40%

6.10%

1.80%

-2.30%

17.8%

11%

Aftermarket

5.9

6.5

6.8

8.4

9.2

10.1

Growth%

1.10%

10.70%

4.00%

23.50%

9.50%

9.8%

NOTE: Turnover data represents the entire supplies from the auto component industry (ACMA members and non-members) to the on-road and off-road vehicle manufacturers and the aftermarket in India as well as exports. This also includes component supplies captive to the OEMs and by the unorganized and smaller players.

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Mahindra rolls out 1 millionth vehicle from each of 3 manufacturing plants Mahindra & Mahindra has crossed a significant milestone, rolling out the 1 millionth vehicle from each of its three automotive manufacturing plants in Chakan, Zaheerabad and Haridwar. With this, the automotive manufacturing facilities in these three locations joined the 1 million club along with the company’s Nashik and Kandivali plants.

Mahindra’s Automotive plants are fully equipped manufacturing facilities with Press Shops, Body Shops, CED Lines, Paint Shops and Assembly Lines, and many have won several accolades since their inception.

Mahindra Vehicle Manufacturers Ltd., Chakan is a fully-owned subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd set up in 2007. MVML is a Greenfield facility built and established at Chakan, near Pune, Maharashtra to integrate the best in manufacturing technology, operational excellence, environmental sustainability and social responsibility. The facility is accredited with the latest ISO 9001, ISO 140001 and OHSAS certifications.

As for the Zaheerabad Plant, its journey started back in 1985. M&M joined the hands in 1990 and became 100% subsidiary of M&M in 1995. The Mahindra product portfolio expanded to include UV & 3Ws in addition to LCV.

Cumulative plant production crossed 1 lakh vehicles in 2005 and five lakh vehicles in 2013. After successful launch of Jeeto in 2015 volumes started growing at a faster pace and the plant crossed significant milestone of 1 million vehicles in April-2019.

Mahindra Haridwar plant was inaugurated on December 8, 2005 to cater the need of the customers from northern and eastern part of the country. The plant began its manufacturing operations in January 2006 and by the end of 2018 the facility started manufacturing a range of vehicles – Bolero, Scorpio, Pickup, Champion, Alfa, eAlfa and GIO and currently it produces 4 models & 44 variants. It took the Haridwar plant 8 years to achieve the first 5 lakh vehicle milestone, while the next 5 lakh vehicle was produced within just 5 years.

Bridgestone India Rs 350 crore expansion of Indore plant Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd, a group company of Bridgestone Corporation, the world’s leading Tyre and Rubber Company, inaugurated a major expansion in excess of Rs. 350 crore in its Indore plant at Kheda, Madhya Pradesh. With this expansion, the capacity of the Indore plant will go up to over 20,000 tyres a day by 2020.This expansion will enable Bridgestone India to meet the increased demand for its products.

Spread over 76 acres, this plant will produce the entire Bridgestone India’s range of radial tyres serving passenger car segment. Strategically located close to the centre of India, this plant has the logistic advantage of serving some crucial OEMs and Aftermarket businesses for the passenger vehicle segment in the automotive sector. This state-of the-art facility is driven by advanced Japanese technology, ready to produce world class quality tyres for Indian roads. Vivek Porwal, Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh, Industrial Development Corporation Ltd inaugurated the plant, in the presence of Michio Harada, Consul General of Japan in Mumbai, and Akihiro Eto,COO, Bridgestone Corporation.

TVS Motor Company launches new 100cc motorcycle TVS Sport in Sri Lanka TVS Motor Company launched their 100cc economy motorcycle TVS Sport in Sri Lanka.

The mileage-efficient motorcycle boasts of new generation graphics and style. At the launch event, R. Dilip, Senior Vice President, International Business, TVS Motor Company said, “We are delighted to bring our popular motorcycle TVS Sport to Sri Lanka. The TVS Sport caters to a robust customer base of close to 2.5 million customers globally. In Sri Lanka, where two-wheeler mobility is on a rise, TVS Sport is the ideal motorcycle to traverse long distance with excellent fuel efficiency. The motorcycle is a blend of style and comfort thus making it a complete package for the customers in our key international market, Sri Lanka”.

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KSL Cleantech plans to scale up electric vehicle business Building on the success of its solar business, Kolkata-based KSL Cleantech Ltd. (formerly known as Kirti Solar Limited), one of the largest and most experienced solar photovoltaic companies in India, is gearing up to expand its electric vehicle business in India.

The company will be focusing on electric two and three wheelers, and small commercial and passenger vehicles in the coming months. Currently, the company has few models of three-wheeler electric vehicles which are being sold across India through a large number of dealers and channel partners.

Electric vehicle (EV) ownership is expected to increase to about 125 million by 2030, according to various studies.

to launch 10 new innovative variants of electric vehicles in two wheelers and four wheelers segment within the next 12 months. The group is developing various prototypes of mini passenger vehicles and is currently in discussions with a global technology partner in EV space.

The company also plans to manufacture these models in India in a phased manner with an investment of more than Rs 200 crore. In FY2019, total EV sales in India crossed the 7,50,000-units mark and reached a total of 7,59,600 units. This

includes electric two-wheelers (1,26,000), electric threewheelers (6,30,000) and electric passenger vehicles (3,600), which translates into electric two-wheelers witnessing tripledigit growth (130 percent) yearon-year (YoY).

Dhiraj Bhagchandka, Managing Director, KSL Cleantech Ltd. said, “The entire market for land transport will switch to electrification in the near future.

The government wants to bring in EVs swiftly to tackle pollution, and this gives us an opportunity to address a market looking for quality and performance and

show an EV can outperform.”

“We have set an ambitious target of entering the EV space in a big way. We are considering and evaluating opportunities for setting up a manufacturing facility in India,” Bhagchandka added.

The company has executed more than 10,000 solar installations across the country in solar based rooftop power projects, solar pumping solutions and rural electrification. KSL has one of the largest sales/ installation networks backed by an experienced team of design and integration experts.

The company plans

Ex- Tata Motors’ President Gajendra Chandel invests in BattRE Electric scooter startup Ex-Tata Motors’ President Gajendra Chandel has invested in BattRE, an electric scooter startup based in Jaipur. The funds will be utilised for the launch of new models, increasing production capacity and scaling up the distribution and service network. BattRE Electric Mobility has introduced affordable E-scooters and packaged a whole gamut of innovative features & services to truly enhance customer experience as they step into the green technology revolution.

According to Gajendra Chandel (ex-President TATA Motors Ltd.), “The focus of the government policy towards EV, backed up by the entire

ecosystem of clean tech has seen a slew of startups in the space which has tremendous potential that will disrupt this market.“ Nishchal Chaudhary, Founder of BattRE Electric Mobility said, “We are absolutely delighted and honored to have Mr. Gajendra Chandel onboard our company, BattRE Electric Mobility .His in-depth knowledge and vast experience in the automotive sector will provide us with the necessary impetus and guidance. Under his mentorship, we are confident of achieving our vision of providing an affordable and aspirational e-scooter and taking e-mobility to the heart of India”

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MG partners with Fortum to set up 50 KW DC fast-charging EV stations ahead of EZS launch As part of its commitment towards sustainable mobility, MG Motor India and Fortum Charge & Drive India have undertaken the first step towards creating DC Fast Charging infrastructure (50 KW) in the country. The carmaker announced a tie-up with leading Finland-based clean energy major Fortum to install the country’s first 50 KW DC fast-charging EV stations, ahead of the launch of its debut EV in India – the MG EZS global pure electric SUV – later this year.

Under the partnership, Fortum will install 50 KW CCS/CHAdeMO DC fast public charging stations for electric vehicles across MG’s showrooms in 5 cities including Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Ahmedabad by September this year to begin with. One such charging station will come up at MG’s state of the art flagship showroom in Gurugram. The smart chargers can be accessed by an EV user, having cars compatible with CCS/CHAdeMO charging standards by registering with Fortum Charge & Drive India through its Mobile App. Rajeev Chaba, President & Managing

and create an EV ecosystem in India.”

Rajeev Chaba, President & MD, MG Motor India (left) and Sanjay Aggarwal, MD, Fortum India

Director, MG Motor India, said, “The upcoming launch of MG eZs is aligned with the government’s long-term objective to have more electric vehicles on the road in the next few years. We are delighted to be partnering with one of the leading EV Charging service provider in the global EV space to set up charging stations at MG dealerships in select cities to begin with. This is in line with our goal to provide accessible EVs to India customers

Commenting on this collaboration, Sanjay Aggarwal, Managing Director, Fortum India, said, “We are happy to collaborate with one of the world’s leading automotive companies to bolster the adoption of EV which has been greatly promoted by Government by bringing out various enabling policy measures and guidelines. We have already witnessed an uptake in adoption of electric vehicles in the last one year. This collaboration will further bolster this growth. As one of the key players, we are constantly evaluating the Indian market for charging infrastructure and will continue to give a pleasant charging experience to EV user.”

With a full-sized boot and room for five, the MG EZS is the perfect car for people who want to drive an EV but also need the space and practicality of a compact SUV. The pure electric SUV is part of MG Motor India’s strategy to providing environment-friendly mobility solutions in India in the long-term and to make EVs accessible for customers across the country.

AMG Corporation unveils new identity of flagship brand Premier Plus After a decade of operations, AMG Corporation has revamped the logo of its flagship brand Premier Plus to consolidate and grow its position in the automotive aftermarket industry.

Premier Plus is a specialist in rubber and metal-to-rubber bonded components for suspension and NVH applications and offers a range of products for the 3 wheeler, passenger car and light commercial vehicle segments.

The new brand identity consists of a unique symbol capturing the different types of automotive components the brand offers and a bold, modern typeface to represent the reliability and expertise of the brand in the market place. The individual elements of the symbol come together in an upward moving stance to symbolise the commitment to growth in all aspects of the business. The red and black colors from the

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previous identity have been retained for continuity of the brand’s visual equity elements, but the red has been given a fresher tone to represent the energy and passion with which the brand will move forward.

Overall, the new brand

identity of Premier Plus is a manifestation of the excitement of a new future, renewed vigour and dynamism, modern and international outlook, the promise of reliable design and genuine components coupled with the consistent focus on quality.

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Synergy extends ‘FillNow’ fuel service to Noida, NCR Region Following the successful launch of its automated door delivery fuel service in Faridabad and Gurgaon, Synergy Teletech Pvt. Ltd, announced the launch of its fuel delivery service FillNow and its revolutionary green biodiesel fuel - synergy green diesel in Noida and NCR region.

Founded by Prasan Surana and Navneet Agarwal, Synergy Teletech Private Limited has pioneered the concept of automated door delivery of fuel in India. Their company with brands FillNow & Synergy Green Diesel, are already popular in the industry. Prasan is an oil industry veteran and has more than a decade of experience in automation and on-site delivery of fuels.

Prasan Surana said, “Non transport fuel consumers in India follow a traditional concept of purchasing fuel, where they buy

fuel in barrels and jerry cans from petroleum retail outlets and transport them unreliably to consumption points. Hence it becomes difficult for an owner to ascertain the quality and quantity of fuel delivered in his absence. During my tenure with one of the leading oil companies, I realised this need-gap and founded Synergy Teletech.

We started our pilot project with our trademark brands in various areas and after successful operations, we are now launching our fuel delivery service, FillNow in Noida and NCR region. Our customers are only from B2B segment –MSMEs, Hotels, RWAs, Office Complex, Construction Sites, Telecom Towers etc.

“All our deliveries are fully automated and every drop of fuel delivered by our refueller is

accounted for, so customers are billed only for what is delivered.

Our professional service will protect consumers from a number of problems, such as oil spills, accidents, theft and pilferage, corruption and difficulty in the reconciliation of quality and quantity of fuel delivered.”

Synergy Green Diesel is a

revolutionary distilled grade advanced Bio Diesel made from variety of feedstock, such as Tallow, Used Cooking Oil, Acid Oils, etc. It can be used in its pure form (B100) as a substitute of Regular Diesel in existing Diesel engines. No modification is required on the engines to switch over from Diesel to Synergy Green Diesel.

Grofers introduces 50 electric vans in Jaipur Grofers, India’s largest discounter in the online grocery space, has announced the addition of electric vans to its last mile delivery fleet. Starting from Jaipur with 50 vehicles, the company plans to deploy 500 E-Vans across its 13 operational markets by 2019 end, as a part of this initiative.

The introduction of electric vans in Jaipur marks yet another milestone for the company, which employed e-rickshaws for delivery in Delhi region last year in order to reduce carbon footprint and bring down last mile delivery costs. The latest addition of E-Vans will help cut delivery costs by up to 50 per cent and carbon footprint by more

than 40 per cent. The project which started in the Pink City recently has witnessed much success and the company plans to replace 30 % of its fuel based delivery vans with Electric Vans by the end of this year.

Saurabh Kumar, Founder, Grofers said, ‘With environmental sustainability at the heart of doing business at Grofers, we are

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focused towards exploring new measures to reduce carbon footprint, in order to minimize the environmental impact. The initiative which honors government’s commitment of introducing environmental friendly mobility will not only help us bring down carbon footprint by 40 per cent but also reduce our overall delivery costs by up to 50 per cent” With market leadership in Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Kolkata, the company is also eyeing to strengthen its operations in Southern India in key markets including Chennai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad in addition to its latest offering of Grofers offline stores.

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200 units of Tata Hexa for Bangladesh Army Tata Motors has won an order for supplying over 200 units of the Tata Hexa four-wheel drive SUV in Bangladesh.

The company has won this prestigious order from Bangladesh Army.

comfort features and widely available service and spares in Bangladesh made it the most preferred brand for the army.

Tata Motors has been selling passenger vehicles

in Bangladesh since 2012. It is currently amongst the top two best-selling passenger vehicle brands in Bangladesh with the Tata Indigo, Tata Tiago and Tata Nexon in its portfolio of offerings. The Tata

After rigorous testing of the product for months, the Tata Hexa stood strong to meet all the requirements and specifications of the Bangladesh Army. This order has been won against the other competitive brand SUVs and this has been the first key order from the Bangladesh Army.

The superior performance of the Tata Hexa, better

Hexa is being made available exclusively for the use of the Armed Forces and is currently not available for purchase for private customers.

Sujan Roy – Head – International Business, Passenger Vehicles, Tata Motors said, “Bangladesh is a key market for us and this order is a clear sign of Tata Motors’ commitment and growing success in the market.

We are exploring multiple avenues to work closely with the Bangladesh armed forces and look forward to a long and rewarding partnership for both parties.”

Jeeto Load celebrates four successful years on Indian roads Mahindra & Mahindra is celebrating four successful years of the Mahindra Jeeto Load, since its launch in 2015. Mahindra has rolled out over 100,000 units of the Jeeto Load, a mini truck that is perfect for business needs as it helps in the lastmile transportation of goods.

Powered by mDura, an all-new Direct Injection (DI) diesel engine, Jeeto is designed for refined performance and delivers fuel efficiency of up to 33.4 km/l. It also offers lower maintenance costs and the ability to carry varied load options effectively. With 30% more mileage, it delivers superior value and fulfils the Mahindra brand promise of bringing prosperity into the lives of its customers by enabling them to increase their earnings.

Satinder Bajwa, Vice President – Small Commercial Vehicle, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. “Mahindra Jeeto has been a game changer in last mile distribution with its modular range, unmatched versatility and superior fuel efficiency, carrying goods across different segments for the last four years. It has always been our endeavour to understand and address the evolving needs of our customers in areas such as performance, comfort, safety, reliability and profitability. With 30% more mileage*, it delivers superior value and fulfils the brand promise of bringing prosperity to its customers and enabling them to earn more and Rise”.

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Scania India launches Next Truck Generation Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd has launched their Next Truck Generation (NTG) to drive the shift towards sustainable transport solutions in the mining industry. With its unique modular system, this Next Truck Generation will deliver productivity-enhancing services as well as customised transport solutions.

The new range of NTG was launched at the Scania India Kolar plant in Karnataka. Petr Novotny, Managing Director, Scania India, unveiled the new range of trucks followed by a brief presentation on the work Scania does globally with a focus on India.

Novotny said, “India is an important market for us and we are here to stay. The strategic introduction of Scania’s world-class range reiterates our commitment to the country. Today, with the launch of the NTG range, we aim to drive the evolution of

India’s transport solutions in the Mining, Construction and Long Haulage Business. We reinforce our commitment to helping customers achieve higher levels of profitability, safety, efficiency and productivity in their businesses. We are confident that these strategic initiatives will further support the growth of mining industry in India and strengthen Scania India’s growth story”.

to support the growing mining industry. Very soon we shall also be introducing this Next truck generation for Long Haulage business. As part of our core value of ‘customer first’, this generation of trucks is designed to better meet their requirements of increasing profitability.

Inspired by our commitment to sustainability, NTG has efficiency in both fuel economy

and performance. The new range of trucks will contribute to India’s ambition of becoming a sustainable nation”, he added.

This Next Truck Generation comes with feature and benefits which include - Higher load carrying capacity, better uptime, more durable and last but not the least highest levels of safety & driver comfort.

NTG which is BSVI ready is integrated with an upgraded powertrain, resulting in higher load carrying capacity, fuel efficiency and uptime.

“Globally our Next Truck Generation has won many awards”, said Novotny. “We are excited to launch these state-of-the art trucks in India

ZF inaugurates new off-highway assembly line at Coimbatore facility ZF has inaugurated a new state of the art assembly line for off-highway products at its Coimbatore plant. The assembly line, which is based at ZF Windpower Coimbatore Pvt. Ltd., is built to accommodate, assembling of axles for backhoe loader, wheel loader, dump trucks and compactor applications.

ZF as a global technology supplier has developed and manufactured driveline systems and axles for construction machinery for half a century and equips a wide range of construction vehicles

with state-of-the-art axle and driveline technology.

The new assembly line will address

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the expected market demand and add capacity for local customers as well as for export markets. In the field of construction machinery, ZF is one of the technology and innovation leaders worldwide. The developers’ focus in this field is on reducing consumption and emissions, increasing productivity, driving comfort and safety as well as increasing the ease of operation and reducing noise. As a systems supplier, ZF concentrates on the drive as a whole and combines axles and transmissions with advanced software functions.

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EICHER PRO 2049, PRO 2095XP

OFFERING FEATURES THAT SATISFY DRIVERS AND OWNERS ALIKE

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Report: P. Tharyan; Photography: Afsar Baig

A

n Eicher truck was always referred to as Mileage ka Badshah but now it is known as Business ka Badshah, or King of Business. This tag came after the Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles (VECV) launched the Pro 2000 series of trucks.

Motown India visited the Pithampur plant of VECV in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh and got to drive the latest from the Pro 2000 series, the Eicher Pro 2049 and the Eicher Pro 2095XP. Let’s check out why these trucks are called Business ka Badshah.

EICHER PRO 2049 Before we go any further, let me tell you about both the trucks. The smaller of the two, the Eicher Pro 2049 has a gross vehicle weight of 4995 kg. It has a cargo body length of 10.4 feet, a width of 6.1 feet and a wheelbase of 2580mm.

The truck has a payload of 2697 kgs in FSD or Fixed Side Deck or half deck form.

The vehicle is powered by a BS IV, E483 4 cylinder 2V CRS engine which delivers 95hp@2600 rpm and 300Nm of peak torque @1200-1800 rpm. This 3298cc diesel engine is mated to a five speed gear box. With a ground clearance of 160mm, the vehicle has a turning radius of 10 metres. It has a fuel tank capacity of 60 litres and comes with disc brakes on all four wheels. These are hydraulic brakes.

Interestingly, the vehicle gets grease free semi elliptical leaves with anti roll bar in front and rear.

Basically it also means that the suspension is grease free and now the truck owner does not have to grease any points and only after 150,000 kms or so does he have to change a few bushes that would cost him just a few hundred rupees.

The Eicher Pro 2049 comes with 225/75 R16 tubeless radial tyres.

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The cabin is 1.8 metres wide and is tiltable.

It has a Pigasus family look with eagle eyes.

Once you step inside, you realise the interiors are new with an infotainment system, steering mounted controls and a lot of utility features.

The steering wheel is tilt and telescopic manual steering vacuum assisted though power steering is optional. More of that later.

This Eicher Pro 2049 comes with a one year unlimited kilometres warranty on the vehicle and

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3 years unlimited kilometres on engine and gearbox.

respectively for the different cargo bodies mentioned earlier.

THE EICHER PRO 2095XP

This truck too is powered by the same E483 4 cylinder CRS diesel engine. But here the power is more at 115hp@2600 rpm and the peak torque too is higher at 400Nm@13001500rpm. This Eicher Pro 2095XP gets a six-speed transmission. The turning circle for this model is 12.9metres and upwards and has a ground clearance of 195mm. The Eicher Pro 2095XP gets air brakes that are basically drum brakes with air assisted braking. The vehicle comes with 235/75 R17.5 tyres.

The vehicle gets a 2 metre wide

The Eicher Pro 2095XP is the bigger of the two with a gross vehicle weight of 10,700kg. It comes in different cargo body lengths of 14.1 feet, 17.6 feet, 19 feet, 20 feet and 21.5 feet.

Accordingly the cargo body width also changes to 6.6 feet for the 14.1 feet and 21.5 feet bodies and to 7 feet for the remaining three cargo bodies.

The payload for this vehicle with High Side Deck body is at 7175 kgs, 7030 kgs, 6946 kg, 6917 kgs and 6830 kgs

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tiltable cabin and a warranty of 3 years with unlimited kilometres on vehicle and a four years unlimited kms on engine and gearbox.

So why are these trucks termed as Business ka Badshah, or King of Business. There are reasons plenty as we found out. Apart from being a Mileage

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In both the trucks, the footrest is placed inside the door for dust and water splash protection.

King, these are Comfort ka Badshah, Technology ka Badshah, Profit Ka Badshah and Safety ka Badshah.

FEATURES AND PERFORMANCE The trucks have an appealing front face with a three piece bumper. This makes a lot of sense as it costs less to get one piece repaired or replaced in case of a dent or accident. The entire bumper need not be changed. The small honey comb grille in front looks neat and the rest of the face has the huge Eicher name with the Pigasus logo prominently displayed. The trucks boast of LED DRLs , headlamps and fog lamps along with LED tail lights. The huge mirrors on either side come handy for the driver. The

Eicher Pro 2049 has a gross vehicle weight of 4995 kg. It has a cargo body length of 10.4 feet, a width of 6.1 feet and a wheelbase of 2580mm. The truck has a payload of 2697 kgs in FSD or Fixed Side Deck or half deck form.

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footrest is inside the door for dust and water splash protection. The company has provided hydraulic jacks with each truck to make life easier for the truck drivers and their assistants while replacing punctured tyres.

The moment I got in to drive the two models, I discovered that the interiors almost resembled that of a car.

Since the windshield is pasted in these models, rather than just using a rubber beading, it improves the NVH levels within the cabin. The seats are uniquely designed like an inverted submarine which ensures that the driver or the occupants do not slip off in the case of sudden braking. There are seatbelts for the occupants inside.

The seats provide good thigh and back support. There are adjustable head rests too and provision for ample seat travel for adjusting the distance of the driver to the steering wheel.

go completely hands free.

What I really loved about the vehicle was the Fuel Coaching feature. Earlier, truck drivers had to rely on tiny icons somewhere on the instrument cluster screen to find out whether he was driving in the most economical way or not. But not anymore. With Fuel Coaching the driver can see either a blue or green light glow on the two contours that house the speedometer and the tachometer or the rpm meter. Once you get a green light for a little while, you also get two

thumbs up sign on the Multi Information Display or MID panel. Since these are very loud and clear, the driver can really

It is a walk through cabin , very wide and spacious with lots of space for storage. There is even storage space for bottles on the inside door panels.

Air blowers ensure a cool effect though in extreme heat conditions, you will definitely miss an air conditioner. But then truck drivers are a tougher lot as compared to those of us who drive fancy cars.

The models come with an all new 7 inches infotainment system with Android and connectivity with touch screen, micro SD card, USB, FM, and Bluetooth.

Using steering mounted controls you can control the volume, change radio stations, search for new stations, change modes, etc. Interestingly, now a truck driver can pair his mobile phone with the system and receive calls on the

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The Eicher Pro 2095XP is the bigger of the two with a gross vehicle weight of 10,700kg. It comes in different cargo body lengths of 14.1 feet, 17.6 feet, 19 feet, 20 feet and 21.5 feet. Accordingly the cargo body width also changes to 6.6 feet for the 14.1 feet and 21.5 feet bodies and to 7 feet for the remaining three cargo bodies.

benefit from it because at the end of the day it means you have hit the sweet spot in your driving where speed, load and gears are in right combination with each other, resulting in superior fuel efficiency.

There is also a Power and eco mode in these trucks.

Whenever you start the truck,

the default mode is power which is essentially needed when you are carrying more than 70pc load. Obviously, this makes the vehicle torquey in nature and this also consumes more fuel. So whenever a driver is carrying less than 50 per cent load and the journey is on smooth roads, he can deploy the Eco button and

get better fuel efficiency. This feature is known as Dual Mode Mbooster technology.

I drove both trucks for several rounds around the VECV track at Pithampur in the state of Madhya Pradesh.

I found both easy to drive and the cabins too were very comfortable, except

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when it became too hot with the windows rolled up. It’s here that you miss an air conditioner. The gear shift of the Pro 2049 is a lot smoother than the gear shift of the Pro 2095XP where I found slotting the reverse gear quite a tough job. But there is no denying the fact that these trucks are indeed Business ka Badshaah.

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TECHNOLOGY

Full-hybrid vehicle with 48-volt high-power technology from Continental For years now, technology company Continental has been backing environmentally friendly and costeffective 48-volt electrification, which can be used with both gasoline and diesel engines. In the run-up to IAA 2019, Continental Powertrain is now presenting the latest innovation to come from its 48-volt drive solution: the 48-volt high-power drive system with 30 kW. A full-hybrid vehicle with 48-volt

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technology – this was previously deemed impossible. For a hybrid vehicle to drive using just electricity, the electric part of the drive would normally use high voltage technology – high voltages of up to 800 volts.

However, Continental’s engineers have now succeeded in developing a 48-volt hybrid system that boasts features similar to those of a high-voltage electric drive, namely 48-volt highpower technology.

“Thanks to its broad systems expertise, Continental Powertrain is mastering all variants of the electric drive, from 48-volt systems to hybrid technologies, right through to high-voltage components. We offer expertise and state-of-the-art technology from a single source,” said Andreas Wolf, CEO of Continental’s powertrain business.

The new 48-volt high-power system, comprising an electric motor

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TECHNOLOGY complete with integrated power electronics and a battery, reduces fuel consumption and thereby also CO2 emissions by around 20 percent compared with similar vehicles fitted with combustion engines.

At the same time, the new 48-volt technology is also considerably cheaper than the high-voltage systems used up to now. “Our development objective was to achieve a level of driving efficiency with 48-volt technology that was previously reserved for high-voltage systems and we have now done exactly that,” said Stephan Rebhan, head of Technology & Innovation at Powertrain.

NEW STAGE OF DEVELOPMENT: FULL HYBRID WITHOUT A COMPLEX, HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEM The 48-volt systems were previously known as mild or P0 hybrids. They involve relatively unobtrusive electrification of the powertrain. Fuel consumption is reduced mainly with the support of the combustion engine (boosting) during acceleration and the recovery of excess kinetic energy (recuperation) when the vehicle decelerates.

However, purely electric driving is not possible with such systems, which Continental already manufactures for a number of automotive manufacturers.

In the latest stage of development, the 48-volt system was repositioned in the powertrain. The electric motor was no longer placed in front of the combustion engine on the crankshaft, but behind it – between the combustion engine and transmission (P2 hybrid).

This meant that fuel savings were able to increase and, in certain situations, such as driving through a 30 km/h speed limit

electrical components are smaller and cheaper, and even the design can be made significantly more compact, because smaller gaps are required between the individual components than is the case with high-voltage technology.

zone, the vehicle could be driven using the electric motor alone.

With the new 48-volt highpower technology, this hybrid system enables the same functionality as previous, full-hybrid vehicles. The key component here is a new, watercooled electric motor, the peak output of which was doubled to 30 kW in comparison with that used previously. Electric-only driving is therefore possible up to a speed range of 80 to 90 km/h.

The developers were able to achieve a 100 percent increase in power while maintaining the diameter of the motor. Overall, 48-volt high-power technology requires only slightly more installation space than the previous system. The difference in weight is also minimal.

However, the electric motor is not the only new component of the 48-volt high-power technology. The integrated power electronics also uses a new technology that now enables it to handle significantly higher

currents. The innovations of the new 48-volt high-power technology result in a level of electrical efficiency that surpasses the previous system by almost 10 percent. And during recuperation (the recovery of excess kinetic energy when the vehicle decelerates), the new technology is much more effective than was previously the case, because the losses incurred in the electric drive system has been halved.

The 48-volt high-power technology therefore provides all the benefits of a conventional, full-hybrid vehicle with a highvoltage system – significantly lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions as well as optimized driving efficiency and drivability.

There is also another argument in favor of the new hybrid solution from Continental, which is its relatively low cost. This is the key to making cheap hybrid vehicles available and achieving high market penetration. The reason for this is that a 48-volt system requires considerably less effort in terms of insulation protection,

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Continental is showcasing the new 48-volt high-power technology, which is also ready for series development, in a Ford Focus test vehicle. “With the new hybrid system, we are making the most of what is currently technologically possible for a 48-volt system,” said Stephan Rebhan. With the 48-volt high-power technology, Continental is playing a leading role in terms of performance, power density and efficiency. Full hybridization is made possible – all without the effort and costs involved in a high-voltage system.

EVEN A 48-VOLT PLUG-IN HYBRID DRIVE WOULD BE POSSIBLE With an eye on the new approval regulations that have been in force since September 1, 2018, in accordance with the WLTP cycle, the 48-volt high-power technology could be developed even further. If, for instance, the system was supplemented by on-board charging technology and a larger battery, this would make even a plug-in hybrid drive featuring 48-volt technology possible. This is because the ability to drive in all-electric mode is no longer the main criterion for benefiting from the support for plug-in vehicles.

Instead, it is the conversion of electrically stored energy into traction in general. The deciding factor for different funding initiatives is whether CO2 emissions can be reduced to below 50 g per kilometer.

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TECHNOLOGY

Hyundai Motor Group unveils world’s first CVVD engine technology Hyundai Motor Group has developed the world’s first Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) technology to feature in future Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The innovation was revealed at Hyundai Motor studio Goyang alongside the Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi the first engine to feature the technology.

CVVD optimises both engine performance and fuel efficiency while also being eco-friendly.

The valve control technology regulates the duration of valve opening and closing according to driving conditions, achieving a 4% boost in performance and a 5% improvement in fuel efficiency.

Furthermore, the technology cuts emissions by 12%.

“The development of the CVVD technology is a good example how Hyundai Motor Group is strengthening our powertrain technology,” said Albert Biermann, President and Head of Research and Development Division at Hyundai Motor Group.

“We will continue our innovation efforts to bring forth paradigm shifts and ensure sustainability of our business model,” he added.

INNOVATION: CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE VALVE DURATION Until now, an internal combustion engine performance and efficiency have been governed by variable valve control technology that adjusts the timing of valve opening and closing and depth of the valve’s opening, with engine power produced through the fuel intake-compression-expansionexhaustion cycle.

Typical variable valve control

is the first to utilise the Group’s new CVVD technology and also features Low-Pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation (LP EGR) to further optimise fuel efficiency.

technologies manage the timing of the valve’s opening and closing (as in Continuously Variable Valve Timing - CVVT) or control the volume of air admitted by adjusting the depth of the opening (Continuously Variable Valve Lift - CVVL).

Previous variable valve control technologies could not regulate valve duration, as the valve’s closing timing was subordinate to opening timing and could not respond to diverse driving situations. CVVD takes the technology in a new direction by adjusting how long a valve is open.

When the vehicle is maintaining a constant speed and requires low engine output, CVVD opens the intake valve

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from the middle to end of the compression stroke. This helps to improve fuel efficiency by reducing the resistance caused by compression. On the other hand, when engine output is high, such as when the car is driving at a high speed, the intake valve is closed at the beginning of the compression stroke to maximize the amount of air used for the explosion, enhancing torque to improve acceleration.

SMARTSTREAM G1.6 T-GDI ENGINE Unveiled alongside the new CVVD technology is the new Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi Engine, a V4 gasoline turbo unit with 180 horsepower and 27.0kgm of torque. The new powertrain

The exhaust gas recirculation system returns some of the gas burnt by the engine to the combustion chamber, producing a cooling effect and reducing the emission of nitrogen oxides.

The G1.6 T-GDi also features a low-pressure system that redirects the burnt emission gas to the front of the turbocharger compressor, rather than the intake system, to increase efficiency under the high load condition.

Additionally, the new unit has an Integrated Thermal Management System that quickly heats or cools the engine to an optimal temperature, and a strong direct spray system that achieves 350bar, surpassing the 250bar of the previous T-GDi engine. In addition, engine friction is reduced by 34% with the application of low friction moving parts.

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