Car and Bike Reviews and News: April 2018

Friday, April 27, 2018

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V sets new record

The Apache scaled 21,524 feet in Rupshu Valley and 21,524 feet in Rupshu Valley.

Honda is all set to bring in the second-generation Amaze next month. It may have the same engine options to choose from, but almost everything else is new.

New concept SUV and saloon have been designed by Pininfarina for a China-based carmaker.

Honda will be launching its all-new second-generation Amaze in India around mid-May.

The new Countryman made its India debut at the 2018 Auto Expo.

Prices for Ford's new cross-hatchback range between Rs. 5.09 lakh and 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Hyundai Lafesta gets an i30 Fastback like silhouette, while its front end looks like a cross between the Elantra and the new Santa Fe.

The Monster 821 gains comprehensive updates for the 2018 model year.

Q5L debuts as Audi’s first long wheelbase SUV

Another luxury vehicle gets a China-exclusive long wheelbase treatment.

The all-new ES grows in size and gets edgier.

Last week, Lexus partially showed the seventh-generation ES saloon in a teaser image. Now, the car has been revealed in all its glory at the ongoing Beijing Motor Show 2018.

Packed with an inline-four motor, top cycle parts and electronic aids, Suzuki's GSX-S750 has waged war on established names like Triumph Street Triple and Kawasaki Z900. So, does the new middleweight have enough ammo to unsettle its rivals? We find out . . .

The iX3 Concept previews the first high-riding EV from BMW i.

At this price, the Yaris is the most expensive car in its segment. Rivals include the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Maruti Ciaz, VW Vento and Skoda Rapid.

The Chinese-spec Mercedes-Benz A-Class L Sedan is based on an extended wheelbase to add more room at the rear.

The GSX-S750 is the second Suzuki superbike to be locally assembled in India.

Mercedes-Maybach Vision Ultimate Luxury concept unveiled

The new 740bhp Maybach EV concept blends an SUV with a saloon.

Expect the Outlander to be priced around the Rs. 28 lakh – 30 lakh mark.

Skoda’s entry-level SUV goes official in China.

Back in January this year, we brought you some leaked images of the upcoming Skoda Kamiq. Now, Skoda has officially revealed its smallest SUV in China.

First developed in the 60’s, now, Honda’s genuinely iconic mini-bike has been re-imagined for the current times. While the styling still draws inspiration from the original, for 2018 the Honda Monkey Bike is complemented by modern and upscale touches such as USD forks, twin rear shocks, LCD instruments, IMU-based ABS and full LED lighting.

BMW 8 Series Coupe, Convertible spied testing at Nurburgring

The production-spec BMW 8 Series’ unveil is just around the corner. The flagship BMW 8 Series, which should be officially revealed in not too distant future, has been caught testing at the Nürburgring by our partner quattroruote.

During the National Road Safety Week, Renault India customers can avail up to 15 per cent discount on safety parts & accessories, get special offers on tyres, and get comprehensive safety car check-ups.

The S90 Ambience Concept is created primarily for the Chinese market and provides a contrast to the country’s hectic city environments.

Bajaj says, the addition of the recently launched Pulsar 150 with the rear disc option temporarily ‘nudged’ the Pulsar 135 LS out

Tata Nexon AMT bookings open

Tata is about to add new automatic gearbox variants to the Nexon's range. Tata Motors has officially started accepting bookings for the upcoming Nexon AMT for an amount of Rs 11,000. The AMT model will be offered in the top-spec XZA+ trim.

To bridge the gap between the 5 Series and the 7 Series here in India, BMW has brought in the brand-new 6 Series Gran Turismo. We drive it around Mumbai for a couple of days to see what it has to offer.

The first ever 6 Series Gran Turismo has been launched here in India to bridge the gap between the 5 Series and the 7 Series. In India, BMW only offers the long wheelbase version of the 7 Series, and because of that there is a huge price difference between the 5 and the 7. Many customers who are looking for something within that price range don’t have much to choose from and that is where the 6GT comes in to play.

Jaguar XE 300 Sport unveiled

Special edition XE gets all-wheel drive and bespoke design elements.

Ducati is testing future oriented radar system which is soon to be fitted to a production motorcycle.

The flagship Range Rover gets more tech, luxury and comfort for 2018, as well as a hybrid drivetrain for the first time – making the ultimate luxury SUV even more desirable than before.