The Red Hot Ferrari 488 GTB Lands in India, priced at Rs 3.88 Crore
The Ferrari 488 GTB, which is the successor to the Ferrari 458, was launched in India at a staggering price tag of Rs 3.88 crore. The 488 GTB sets a new benchmark for the sports car sector globally with a power output of 670 hp.
The extreme power required by the car is delivered by the new 3902cc 3 turbo engine which is coupled with a seven-gear F1 dual-clutch gearbox featuring Variable Boost Management which optimally distributes torque (a maximum 750 Nm in seventh gear).
The Ferrari 488 GTB can do a 0-100 km/h dash in just 3 seconds and a 0-200 km/h sprint in 8.3 seconds.
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The Harley Davidson HOG Rally Is a Visual Treat for Bike Lovers
Looking at a single Harley Davidson on the road is a visual treat in itself, but imagine seeing hundreds of them at once. Such was the sight when the 4th edition of the India HOG rally took place in Goa, where Harley owners from across the country came together.
These guys weren’t your regular bikers, they were hardcore bike enthusiasts who left no stone unturned to make that evident. Leather jackets, boots, ripped jeans, blingy accessories along with some interesting tattoos were abundantly available.
Apart from the array of bikes, the first thing that catches your attention at the HOG rally is the unbelievable sound these bikes make. Some of them were REALLY loud, borderline deafening. And even if you’re someone who calls it “noise” instead of “sound”, these powerful beasts will definitely grab and hold your attention.
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First Look: The Toyota Innova Crysta at Delhi Auto Expo 2016
Toyota showcased the new Innova, christened Innova Crysta, at the 2016 Delhi Auto Expo. The car is expected to hit the Indian market in May 2016.
The new Innova will be launched in two engine and transmission options.
The MPV is expected to be priced between Rs 10-16 lakh in India.
First Look: Jaguar XE Might Give the Germans a Run for Their Money
The Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series and the Audi A6 have for long enjoyed being the only considerable options when it comes to buying sedans under Rs 50 lakh in India, but that segment has got itself a new competitor in the form of Jaguar XE.
With a starting price of Rs 39.9 lakh, the XE goes against the already established German cars in the price bracket and to help it make a mark, Jaguar has equipped it with a 2.0 litre Turbocharged petrol engine, which comes mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission system.
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First Look: BMW X1 M Sport at the Delhi Auto Expo 2016
The 2016 Delhi Auto Expo was full of interesting launches and both the launches made at BMW’s pavilion made the cut, thanks to the new X1 and 7 Series.
The BMW X1 caters to a larger section of Indian market, having a starting price tag of Rs 29.9 lakh. Locally produced at BMW’s plant in Chennai, the X1 will be offered in three variants – Expedition, xLine and the M Sport.
A BMW sporting the M Badge is usually associated with having a higher level of performance as compared to other variants of the same model, but the story with the X1 M is different.
The car does not get an engine upgrade and the changes are all cosmetic. You can check out all the details here.
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