Month: January 2022

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Tata Motors introduces iCNG technology in Tiago and Tigor

By Javed Ali Khan

Tata motors introduced iCNG technology which they call the most advanced technology in their two successful products – Tiago and Tigor. The single advance ECU allows smooth auto switchover between fuels and direct start in CNG (segment first) makes things more easy for the users. The iCNG based Tiago starts at Rs.6.09 lakh and goes up-to Rs. 7.64 lakh and Tigor starts at Rs. 7.69 lakh and goes up-to Rs.8.41 lakh.

The cars have been loaded with features – Tiago iCNG comes with the Projector Headlamps, LED DRLs, Chrome embellishments on the exteriors and premium black and beige dual-tone interiors. Tigor iCNG comes equipped with features such as Rain sensing wipers, Automatic headlamps, Dual tone roof, new seat fabric and new dual tone black and beige interiors.

Both have a warranty of 2 years or 75,000 kms, whichever is earlier, as a standard option for all customers.

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BMW X3 launched in India – Sportier and Modern 3rd Generation

By: Javed Ali Khan

BMW India has started the year 2022 by launching the 3rd generation X3, with better sportier dynamics and modern amenities.  The vehicle up for sale are two petrol variants with an introductory price of Rs. 59,90,000 for X3 xDrive30i SportX Plus and Rs. 65,90,000 for X3 xDrive30i M Sport. The Diesel variant will be launched later.

“The new evolved third-generation BMW X3 is here to continue the model’s trailblazing success in the premium mid-size SAV segment. The refreshed design and driving performance make BMW X3 a luxurious and practical
car that is agile on and off-road.” – Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said.

The car boasts of fresh Kidney grill design, adaptive LED headlights, LED rear lights – all of which add up to the overall looks of the vehicle. The M Sport package features larger air inlets finished in high-gloss black and air curtains. The interior of X3 welcomes its owner with an open arm and boasts features like Multi-function Sport Steering Wheel, electrical seat adjustment with memory function, exterior mirror package and if you opt for M Sport then you are pampered by Sport seats, Sensatec perforated upholstery, M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, M interior trim adding the performance-oriented ambiance, panoramic glass roof, and Welcome Light Carpet to name a few.

The two-liter four-cylinder petrol engine is linked with an eight-speed automatic Steptronic sport transmission, which performs smooth and almost
imperceptible gear shifts, which produces an output of 185 kW / 252 hp and a maximum torque of 350 Nm at 1,450 – 4,800 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 -100 km /hr in just 6.6 seconds with a top speed of 235 km/h.

BMW with its latest safety features like six airbags, Attentiveness Assistance, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Cornering Brake Control (CBC), electric parking brake with auto hold, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobilizer and crash sensor, ISOFIX child seat mounting, and integrated emergency spare wheel under the load floor makes driving sound and safe for its owners.

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Yezdi Returns in all new Avatar: Adventure, Roadster, Scrambler

by: Javed Ali Khan                        Picture: Yezdi Motorcycles

As an Indian, to know about 2 stroke legend Yezdi is one thing but to be one among those very few who have driven them is another level thing. I have been quite lucky as I have driven almost all the variants of Yezdi motorcycle in its 2 stroke avatar – Roadking, 250 Deluxe, 250 Classic, CL II, Yezdi 350- except the Yezdi 175 and Monarch.

करोनोलोजी समझिए, Back in November 2018, classic legends brought Jawa back to life and it all started here in India. Since then, it was quite logical to wait for the return of Yezdi’s on Indian roads. Today it happened and for once I personally loved the online launch event which had Cyrus Barocha as the host. Now the biggest question which many people and analysts had was how classic legend is going to justify the brand YEZDI. Well, this question is quite difficult to answer as the old Yezdi’s were 2 stroke motorcycles and the ones launched today are 4 stroke motorcycles, made according to the norms and standards of the 21sts century. So for once, let’s not compare oranges with apples.

The 3 new variants of Yezdi are Adventure, Roadster, and Scrambler which cost Rs.2.09 lakh, Rs.1.98 lakh and Rs.2.04 lakh respectively – all ex-showroom Delhi. All have a 334 CC capacity engine with different torque and Power settings.

Adventure is available in 3 colour options – Slick Silver, Mambo Black and Ranger Camo; Roadster has 5 colour options – Smoke Grey, Hunter Green, Steel Blue, Sin Silver and Gallant Grey; Scrambler has 6 colour options – Fire Orange, Outlaw Olive, Yelling Yellow, Midnight Blue, Mean Green and Rebel Red and prices of all bikes changes according to the colour you would opt.

We will be talking about the bikes in detail once we get our hands on them in the time to come.