TorQue is our weekly round-up of the auto-related stories that were covered on The Quint.
1. Budget Car Showdown: Maruti Alto 800 vs Datsun Redi-Go
2. Ducati XDiavel is Here to Rival the Harley-Davidson Monsters
3. Safety First! Cars in India to Have Mandatory Rear-View Sensors
If all goes according to plan, then most cars in the market will come with built-in rear-view sensors, something that the government is looking to make mandatory.
Even though cars come equipped with rear-view mirrors, which are adequate for looking at vehicles behind, they are inadequate for detecting small children or objects close to the ground, falling in the car’s blind spot.
Read the story here.
4. Volvo XC90 T8, the Luxury Hybrid SUV Now in India for Rs 1.25 Cr
Volvo’s XC90 is one of the costliest hybrid SUVs to be launched in India, priced at Rs 1.25 crore (ex-showroom Delhi). This 5-seater luxury SUV gives you many features that only the elite can aspire for.
Boasting a sound system powered by Bowers and Wilson speakers, the XC90 also has Nappa leather upholstery. For extra convenience, you can control the rear seats with touchscreen control from the dashboard.
Read the story here.
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