Flipkart Big Shopping Days, Mi Note 10, WhatsApp, and More News This Week

Flipkart Big Shopping Days sale, Mi Note 10 India launch teaser, and WhatsApp for iPhone update were some of the big tech news stories this week. The possible India launch date for Vivo V17 and Honor...

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Car Sales November 2019: Maruti Suzuki Sales Decline By 3.2%

India's largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki has announced a 3.2 per cent drop in domestic sales volumes for November 2019. The manufacturer sold 141,400 units last month, lower than the previous year's...

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Car Sales November 2019: MG Motor Retails 3239 Units Of The Hector SUV

It's yet another month of growth for MG Motor India as the company retailed 3239 units of the Hector in November 2019. This figure is lower than what the company did in October 2019. MG Motor India...

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Flipkart Big Shopping Days Sale Begins: Here Are the Best Offers

Flipkart Big Shopping Days sale is back this month with hundreds of deals and offers. We've handpicked the best deals you can grab on mobile phones, laptops, TVs, and more today. The sale will be open...

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Review: Porsche Taycan Turbo S video review

Porsche Taycan India bound next year 

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Flashback: Samsung Galaxy S III had both brains and brawn

The Samsung Galaxy S III was a rousing success, but the years since its launch in 2012 and now have caused memories of its innovative design to fade. Samsung Galaxy S III official shots The Galaxy S III (the last in the series to use Roman numerals) was unveiled in London in early May 2012. Samsung raked in 9 million pre-orders from 100 carriers worldwide before the phone was released a month later. It sold 20 million units in the first 100 days of availability, then reached 30 million sold in November. By the time the S III was relegated to the history books, it reportedly sold...

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Rick and Morty, The Sky Is Pink, Marriage Story, and More on Netflix in December

Rick and Morty season 4, Fast & Furious Spy Racers, Lost in Space season 2, The Sky Is Pink, Spartacus, Marriage Story, You season 2, The Witcher, 6 Underground, and more - these are the biggest...

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Lamborghini V12 Vision Gran Turismo concept revealed

Lamborghini has unveiled a dramatically styled V12 Vision Gran Turismo concept car for the PlayStation racing game Gran Turismo Sport, which previews potential future design trends being explored by the marque.

The machine was unveiled at the finals of the Gran Turismo Championship in Monte Carlo. While a real-life version of the supercar won't be built, the single-seater-influenced concept will be available to drive on the Gran Turismo Sport video game in Spring 2020.

Despite being a virtual model, the V12 Vision Gran Turismo was designed by Lamborghini Centro Stile in Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy, just like any real-life Lambo. The outlandish single-seat design melds the futuristic with a consideration of aerodynamics, indicated by the outboard wheels and separated bodywork. Underneath, it shares its 820hp hybrid V12 powertrain with the Sian.

The cabin concept (theoretically) allows the driver to enter the car from the front; like the canopy of a jet fighter. All controls come via the unique steering wheel, with all information projected onto the windscreen.

Unfortunately, unlike traditional concepts, the Vision Gran Turismo project isn't intended to preview any production model, and has been treated as an opportunity for designers to explore future themes. Lamborghini says the single-seater draws on "historic Lamborghini design DNA, expanding the potential of the design language in a futuristic way." The carmaker says that much of the styling was influenced by and for the sake of aerodynamic efficiency.

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Me and My Cars: Gurtaj Kahlon

What are you driving?

I’m driving a G63 - because I was tired of being careful on Mumbai roads in my 911. The G63 takes in its stride any kind of roads one throws at it. I also drive a BMW 7 Series when I am in the mood for luxury and occasionally, a Mahindra E2O.

What’s next on your wish list?

A 911 Turbo Cabriolet or the Turbo S.

The most fun you’ve had in a car?

Driving my Mercedes-Benz SLK from Ajmer to Jaipur on the seven-lane highway. It was quite a sensational experience, especially in winter with the Merc’s top down and sun shining.

The most fun in a car Kahlon had was in his yellow SLK.

Dream money no object car?

A 1938 SS Jaguar 100 because of its sheer beauty and timeless lines.

Who is your all time greatest motorsport hero?

Nigel Mansell, also known as, ‘Il Leone’ (The Lion) for his fearless driving style.

Favourite road?

Mumbai to Manor in Maharashtra, due to high-speed curves and nice views.  

What’s on your automotive bucket list?

Driving from Casablanca to Timbuktu.  

What would you do with your last litre of fuel?

It wouldn’t matter. Will just park my cars and continue to enjoy their design.

Your ideal five-car garage would be?

1. SS Jaguar 100

2. Mercedes-AMG G 63

3. Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

4. Tesla Model S

5. The World War II Ford GPW with Willys design 

What was your first car?

Maruti Gypsy back in 1992 .

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Redmi 8 to Goes on Sale in India Today

Redmi 8 price is set at Rs. 7,999 for the 3GB RAM + 32GB storage option, while its 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant is priced at Rs. 8,999. However, for the first five million units, Xiaomi is offering...

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Huawei Watch GT 2 review

The Huawei Watch GT 2 announcement was somewhat overlooked as it was part of the event that gave us the Mate 30 series. As things unfolded since the smartwatch got far wider availability so we decided to test if its two-week battery life claim materializes in real life and what else it has to offer. Huawei Watch GT 2 specs Body: 46mm: 45.9 x 45.9 x 10.7 mm, 41g weight 22mm strap; 42mm: 41.8 x 41.8 x 9.4 mm mm, 29g, 5 ATM water resistance; Stainless Steel frame, ceramic back Display: 46mm: 1.39" OLED, Resolution 454x454, 326 ppi; 42mm: 1.2" OLED, Resolution 390x390, 326 ppi OS:...

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Renault gifts modified Duster to the Vatican

Renault has gifted a specially modified Dacia Duster to the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis.

The budget SUV has been adapted to suit papal needs by Dacia’s Prototype department and Special Needs Team, in partnership with Romanian coachbuilder Romturingia.

The new Popemobile offers the same five-seat layout as the standard Duster but has a "particularly comfortable" rear bench added to suit lengthy public parades.

Also featured are a large sunroof, roof-mounted grab handles and, as is customary with Popemobiles from all marques, a removable transparent display box to allow crowds a better look at His Holiness.

The specially modified Duster is finished in white with a leather interior, and its suspension has been lowered by 30mm to allow for easier ingress and egress.

It was delivered to The Vatican by Christophe Dridi, managing director of Groupe Renault Romania, and Xavier Martinet, general manager of Groupe Renault Italy.

The Duster won't be the Pope's first experience of a Dacia; during a 2016 visit to Armenia, he used an unmodified example of the Logan sedan as his official transport. He promotes frugality and modesty, whereas his predecessors rode in a variety of premium vehicles, including those from Mercedes-Benz and Range Rover.

In 2017, Lamborghini gifted Pope Francis a Huracán specially painted in the official colours of The Vatican. After he had blessed and autographed the car, it was sold at a charity auction for £630,000.

Also see:

Renault Kwid, Duster, Lodgy now get 7-year extended warranty

2019 Renault Duster facelift buyer's guide video

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New cars for 2020: EVs to wait for

Audi e-tron

While the India-spec e-tron’s specifications have not been revealed yet, the model is expected to be similar to its European counterpart. The 5-seat e-SUV sits between the Q5 and Q7, and gets a 95kWh battery pack which powers two electric motors – a 125kW unit at the front and 140kW unit at the rear – with a total of 360hp and 561Nm of torque sent to all four wheels. In Boost mode, this is cranked up to 408hp and 661Nm, and in that mode, the e-tron cracks 0-100kph in 5.7sec, and is limited to a top speed of 200kph. A real-world range of around 300km can be expected. The e-tron can be charged to 80 percent in just 30min via a DC fast-charger, but it’ll take 8.5hr via a 400V three-phase outlet. Every e-tron buyer in India will get a standard home-charging setup, but fast-chargers will be installed at select dealerships.

Coming Early 2020
Price From Rs 1.4 crore
 

Jaguar I-Pace

The I-Pace will be one of the first fully electric models from Jaguar to come to India. It uses uses two electric motors, placed on each axle to enable all-wheel drive. The synchronous permanent magnet motors deliver the equivalent of 400hp and 695Nm of torque and helps the SUV achieve 0-100kph in 4.8 sec. According to Jaguar, charging up to 80 percent on a 50kW charger will take 1hr 25min and a 30min charge will deliver 125km of range. Key rivals to the I-Pace are the Mercedes-Benz EQC and the Audi e-tron.

Coming End 2020
Price From Rs 1.5 crore
 

Mahindra eKUV100

Mahindra has pushed the launch of the eKUV100 to early 2020 and now the model will come with
an updated electric motor that makes 40kW (54.4hp). The battery can be charged in just 5hr 45min using a regular charger or 55min on a fast charger. The only downside, however, appears to be that the battery is rated at 15.9kWh and that the claimed maximum driving range is just around 120km. With the eKUV100, Mahindra could start a niche of affordable high-riding EV hatchbacks in India, a segment that currently has no rival.

Coming Early 2020
Price From Rs 10 lakh
 

Mahindra XUV300 EV (S210)

The all-electric XUV300 will sit above the eKUV100 and is expected to hit showrooms around April 2020. It will be powered by a near-130hp electric motor that will draw juice from a 40kWh battery pack. It will have a range of 300km and come with DC fast-charging capabilities. Apart from the aforemented EV tech, the XUV300 EV will share its underpinnings, interior and body panels with the standard vehicle. However, there are talks of it getting a slightly altered exterior styling. It will be priced below the Hyundai Kona in our market.

For representational purpose only

Coming April 2020
Price From Rs 15 lakh
 

Mahindra-Ford Aspire EV

Mahindra’s second electric sedan will be based on the Ford Aspire. Essentially, the first product to be co-developed by the recently announced Mahindra-Ford tie-up, this new sedan will get to showrooms sometime by the end of 2020. The Aspire-based EV will not be based on the sub-four-metre version that’s sold here, but instead a full-sized sedan, the same 4.2m-long Aspire that Ford exports to markets like South Africa. Ford will provide just the ‘glider’ or body shell without the engine and transmission to Mahindra Electric, that, in turn, will add in its in-house-developed electric powertrain. A high-voltage 380V system is being developed to match a larger battery back. Mahindra is readying a 60kW (81.5hp) motor along with a bigger 25kWh battery pack. The company is targeting a real-world range of around 150km. Mahindra will initially target this new sedan for corporate customers as a fleet vehicle and then eventually for private buyers.

Coming  Late 2020
Price From Rs 15 lakh
 

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R EV

Maruti Suzuki will bring its first EV based on the Wagon R sometime in late 2020. The company has already been testing no less than 50 EV prototypes all across India that are based on the Japanese-market Wagon R but for here. The model will look significantly different and will be based on the India-spec Wagon R. Not much is known about the Wagon R EV for India but we can surely confirm that the model will have around 130km of range and will support fast charging.

Coming End 2020
Price From Rs 10 lakh
 

MG ZS EV

The MG ZS EV is expected to hit the showrooms by the end of this year. It will come with a 44.5kWh battery pack and will be good for 262km range from a single charge. With a 7kW AC power supply, MG says the battery will take 7hr to charge and though a 50kW DC fast charger would be able to charge the battery to 80 percent in around 40min. A synchronous electric motor that develops 143hp and 353Nm of torque will drive the front wheels. MG is in the process of collaborating with multiple domestic partners to set-up home-charging points for owners.

Coming End 2020
Price From Rs 25 lakh
 

Porsche Taycan

The first full-electric Porsche for the world will come to India by October 2020. The company will offer chargers at various hotels and will also install them at the owner’s residence and office, according to requirements. The Taycan also stands out for being the first car to use an 800V electrical system, enabling charging at 350kW, which can give 100km of range in 5min minutes, or take the battery from 5 percent to 80 percent in around 20min. It’s two electric motors producing a combined 625hp and 850Nm in the Turbo, deliver a 0-100kph time of 3.2sec. In the Turbo S, variant, they hit a peak of 760hp and 1,050Nm with an overboost function that shortens that sprint to 2.8sec. Performance is enhanced by a 2-speed gearbox on the rear axle, which has a short ratio for maximum acceleration from a standstill. Depending on the selected mode, the Taycan can also switch between four-, rear- and front-wheel drive. The Taycan Turbo will have an official range of 452km based on the latest test regime and the Turbo S at 420km. Interior highlights include the 911-derived driving position and the eye-catching use of a configurable 16.8-inch digital instrument panel, a 10.9-inch infotainment screen and an 8.4-inch screen for the climate control below that. Buyers have the option of adding a fourth 10.9-inch touchscreen for the front passenger too.

Coming mid-2020
Price From Rs 2.5 crore
 

Tata Altroz EV

The Tata Altroz EV is expected to come some time in the second half of 2020. The car was shown for the first time at the Geneva motor show earlier this year. While the company has not revealed any specifications yet, we know that the model will have a targeted range of around 250-300km and a charging time of around 60min. The EV-version of the Altroz will feature same body and interiors as the standard hatchback but will have minor changes like a different alloy wheel design.

Coming End 2020
Price From Rs 10 lakh
 

Tata Nexon EV

The Nexon EV will be based on the refreshed Nexon and is expected to hit the market by March 2020. It will feature Tata’s Ziptron EV tech and will have a range of around 300km. The model will come with an all-digital instrument cluster and other creature comforts just like the standard SUV. It’s expected to be priced in the Rs 15-17 lakh range. It’s battery pack will be encased in a high-strength steel casing and boasts an IP67 rating. Tata Motors will offer a standard 8-year warranty on the battery pack and motor.

Coming  March 2020
Price From Rs 15 lakh
 

Volvo XC40 Recharge EV

The XC40 Recharge is expected to make it to India next year. It features a 408hp twin-motor setup with a claimed range of more than 400km. The four-wheel-drive electric SUV features two 204hp electric motors, one mounted on each axle, that combine to offer 408hp and 660Nm of torque. It largely retains the exterior and interior styling of the conventional XC40, albeit with the addition of a new sealed fascia. Most of the interior bits are shared too. Volvo may bring the SUV to India via the CKD route.

Coming End 2020
Price From Rs 70 lakh

Disclaimer: All prices, estimated, ex-showroom

Also see:

New cars for 2020: Hatchbacks to wait for

New cars for 2020: Sedans to wait for

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Samsung Galaxy Note10 and Note9 phones are already getting December security patch OTA

Yes, you read that correctly, December security patches, even though, as of writing this, it is still technically November. You won't hear us complain, though, especially since Samsung kind of managed the same feat for the November Galaxy S10 security patch, which started seeding in late October. If this becomes a habit, the Korean giant definitely deserves some praise. As things currently stand, Galaxy Note10 and Note10+ users in about 25 Europe markets should be able to fetch an N97*FXXS1ASKB OTA package, thorough the phone's update menu. As for the Galaxy Note9, as far as we can...

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Tata Altroz India debut on December 3, 2019

One of the most anticipated new car launches next year is the Tata Altroz. While the promotional campaign, which included a number of teasers, had begun a while ago, Tata will officially reveal the India-spec premium hatchback in full on December 3 (8:30pm), at Jaisalmer.

While we do know a significant amount about the upcoming Maruti Baleno, Honda Jazz and Hyundai i20 rival - three BS6 engine options (two petrol, one diesel), its platform (ALFA) and the fact that the premium interiors will come with a 7.0-inch infotainment system, there’s quite a bit of information that we are expecting to get at the reveal event at Jaisalmer.

For one, we don’t know how many variants Tata will offer, which engines will come in which variant option, and what features will be on offer with each variant. 

Altroz prices will only be revealed in January 2020, though bookings for the premium hatchback will officially begin on December 4 - a day after the car is unveiled - with the booking amount set at Rs 21,000.

We will be covering the event live and will be driving the car....Stay tuned to our website and social media for more on the Altroz.

Also see:

Tata Gravitas: 5 things to know

First Tata Altroz rolls off the production line

Tata Nexon facelift to debut with Nexon EV

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Oppo A9 2020 Vanilla Mint Edition Teased to Launch in India Soon

Oppo A9 2020 is all set to get a new Vanilla Mint Edition in India. The phone was introduced in the country in September this year in Marine Green and Space Purple colour options.

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US Said to Weigh New Regulations to Further Restrict Huawei Suppliers

The US government may expand its power to stop more foreign shipments of products with US technology to Huawei.

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Chinese retailer lists Huawei nova 6 ahead of launch revealing color and storage options

The Huawei nova 6 arriving on December 5 has been listed on Chinese retailer VMall's website in four colors and two memory options - 8GB/128GB and 8GB/256GB. The smartphone will come in 4G and 5G versions, and if the VMall listing is to be believed, the former will only be available in 128GB storage option and come in Black, Blue, and Blue-Purple gradients. The 5G variant, on the other hand, will come in both 128GB and 256GB storage options and will be available in Red color as well. Huawei nova 6 The listing doesn't include any specs of the Huawei nova 6, but the images...

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Daimler To Axe At Least 10,000 Jobs In Latest Car Industry Cuts

Daimler said on Friday it will cut at least 10,000 jobs worldwide over the next three years, following others in the industry as they cut costs to invest in electric vehicles while grappling with...

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Elon Musk Defamation Trial Over 'Pedo Guy' Tweet Is Narrowed

The British cave explorer who sued Elon Musk for branding him "pedo guy" in a tweet is no longer seeking damages for an emailed suggestion he might be a child rapist.

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Apple AirPods Fire Up One of Asia's Top Stocks in 2019

Luxshare Precision Industry has more than tripled this year, outperforming virtually every major stock traded in the Asia Pacific and underscoring the importance of a certain Apple product the Chinese...

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The Unconventional Guide to Buying Wireless Earbuds

Cyber Monday 2019: This is a guide about what to consider about wireless earbuds, beyond just audio quality, including how they fit, whether they're fashionable and the potential impact to your...

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Hyundai Venue sales cross 50,000 milestone in six months

A gaggle of new models in the past six-eight months have given a new charge to the utility vehicle (UV) segment in India. While UVs is the sole segment to be in the black in the April-October 2019 period (0.14 percent), a smart uptick in October 2019 (22 percent) with overall sales of 1,00,725 units promises to be the harbinger of good times for SUV and MPV manufacturers.

A key contributor to this growth is the new Venue, Hyundai Motor India’s first compact SUV that had launched in May 2019. The Venue comes with three engine options – a 90hp, 1.4-litre diesel; an 83hp, 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol; and a 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit.

Until end-October 2019, the Hyundai Venue has sold a total of 51,257 units – 29,726 petrol and 21,531 diesel (58:42 petrol:diesel) and contributed 9.36 percent to total UV sales (5,47,572) in the first seven months of FY2020. 

Hyundai Venue sales
Month	Units sold
May	7,049
June	8,763
July	9,585
August	9,342
September	7,942
October	8,576
Total	51,257

In the six months since its launch, the Venue has averaged sales of 8,542 units a month; very good going for a new vehicle and enough to ensure that the compact SUV is a regular in the monthly Top 5 UV sales chart. The Venue drove into the Top 5 bestselling UVs chart in the very month of its launch - fourth place with 7,049 units in May - and in June (with 8,763 units sold) it came tantalisingly close to going past the No. 1 UV, the Maruti Vitara Brezza. In July 2019, with 9,585 units, it was the bestselling SUV in India, unseating the longstanding UV champion, the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza. In August, with 9,342 units, it continued to top the sales chart though the Venue lost its numero uno position to the Vitara Brezza in September, when the Hyundai sold 7,942 units. In October, it dropped one more rank to third place (8,576 units), as a result of the hard-charging Kia Seltos becoming India’s No. 1 UV within three months of launch and improved performance, in terms of sales, from the Vitara Brezza.

Venue help increase Hyundai's UV market share to 19 percent

This smart market performance, not surprisingly, has given Hyundai Motor India new heft in the UV market. Of Hyundai's total 1,06,366 UVs sold between April-October 2019, the Venue accounts for 48 percent. In terms of UV market share, the Venue has given the Korean carmaker a new charge. In October, combined sales of the Venue and Hyundai’s hot-selling Creta midsize SUV were 15,845 units, up 35 percent year-on-year (October 2018: 11,702; only Creta sales). 

The strong performance of Hyundai's SUVs - which account for 36 percent of the Korean carmaker's total passenger vehicle sales of 2,94,444 units in April-October 2019 - have helped the company expand its UV market share by over 5 percentage points, to 19.43 percent from 13.91 percent a year ago. This makes it the biggest share gainer of all UV makers during this period.

The company says it has around 80,000 bookings for the Venue, which means this is one model that will continue to be in the news.

Also see:

Hyundai Aura world premiere on December 19, 2019

Hyundai Xcent sales cross 2.5 lakh milestone

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Oyo Valuation Continues to Soar Despite Losses

Oyo's valuation has almost doubled in a year, reaching $10 billion between September 2018 and October 2019, despite significant losses in the financial year ending on March 31.

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Automakers Says Connected Car Prices May Rise If Qualcomm Wins Antitrust Case

The cost of cars equipped with ultra-fast 5G wireless technology is likely to go up if microchip supplier Qualcomm Inc's patent licensing practices fail to change, a trade group representing major...

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Daimler Could Face Further Recalls In Germany Due To Diesel Cheating: Report

German luxury carmaker Daimler could face further recalls related to manipulated diesel engines in some of its compact car models, weekly magazine Der Spiegel said on Friday, without citing sources.

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Huawei Plans Legal Challenge to Latest US Pressure: Report

Huawei is preparing a legal counterpunch against new moves by American regulators to bar the company from accessing $8.5 billion in US federal funds for services and equipment, a report said Friday.

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Apple 'Taking a Deeper Look' at Map Policies After Crimea Episode

Apple is "taking a deeper look at how we handle disputed borders" after it referred to the Russian-annexed Crimean Peninsula as part of Russia in its Maps and Weather apps for Russian users.

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Flipkart Big Shopping Days Sale Returns on December 1: What You Need to Know

Flipkart Big Shopping Days sale is taking place between December 1 and December 5. It will bring deals, discounts, and offers on smartphones such as Realme 5, Samsung Galaxy S9, Apple iPhone 7, and...

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From Inside Edge to Crisis on Infinite Earths, TV Shows to Watch in December

The Flash season 6, Inside Edge 2, Supergirl season 5, Lost in Space season 2, Arrowverse crossover Crisis on Infinite Earths, You season 2, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel season 3, The Witcher, The...

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Deal: Sony Xperia 10 is less than half its usual price at just $169.99 unlocked

Sony unveiled the mid-range Xperia 10 at MWC this February alongside the Xperia 1 flagship. Like that high-end model, the Xperia 10 also has a supertall screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio, making for a pretty unique look (especially when you add in Sony's blocky design language). While you may not watch a lot of 21:9 video content on your smartphone, this aspect ratio may also make you scroll less inside any apps that rely on that vertical action a lot - like, say Facebook, or Instagram. The display is definitely the Xperia 10's main claim to fame and its clear differentiator from the...

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Jaguar F-Type facelift to be revealed on December 2

Jaguar will reveal the F-Type facelift on Monday 2 December – and a teaser video has hinted that the launch event could include a major stunt.

The new sportscar will gain refreshed styling and upgraded technology and has already been seen testing in camouflage livery in recent weeks.

Jaguar confirmed the December 2 launch date with a short video on social media, which also said the event would be held 'in partnership with Hot Wheels'. The teaser video features a Hot Wheels track loop, suggesting the new F-Type could undertake a similar stunt in reality.

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has previously attempted a number of stunts and world records at launch events. The Jaguar F-Pace SUV set a world record for the widest loop in a car and the Jaguar E-Pace set a world record for the longest barrel roll by a production car. The Land Rover Discovery was launched by driving onto the world's largest Lego structure: a recreation of London's Tower Bridge.

The most recent spy shots of the F-Type, taken near JLR's technical HQ in Gaydon, Warwickshire, England show the restyled front end more clearly, with a new clamshell bonnet, a more prominent grille, and slim, angular LED headlights mounted lower down the nose.

The rear retains the same vertical boot lid but gets new wraparound tail-lights and a reshaped bumper. A quick glimpse at the interior doesn't reveal much, but it looks like the infotainment has moved on a generation, while the rotary climate control display remains.

Much of the more advanced technology and infotainment features from the electric I-Pace and updated XE are expected to make their way into the F-Type facelift. That means new digital dials, a larger and more feature-laden touchscreen, and substantial upgrades to its materials.

JLR is now phasing out its long-running supercharged V6 in favour of a new turbocharged and hybridised straight-six motor, and the 2020 F-Type will benefit from this more efficient powertrain. However, the turbocharged four-cylinder and supercharged V8 engines should be carried over to the new car with limited changes. Indeed, this prototype registers as a 5.0-litre V8, putting paid to rumours JLR would bring in a BMW-sourced 4.4-litre unit.

What remains unclear is whether the new F-Type will continue to offer a manual gearbox. The current V6 is still offered with one in the UK, although it has reportedly been removed from sale in the US. Regardless, manual versions account for a tiny fraction of F-Type's sales.

In India, the F-Type that’s available (in coupé and convertible guise) comes with two engine options – the 300hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and the full-fat 5.0-litre V8 mill that produces 550hp in ‘standard’ form and 575hp in SVR form. The price of the India-spec F-Type ranges between Rs 90.90 lakh and Rs 2.80 crore (ex-showroom, pan-India).

While there is no word on when this 2020 F-Type facelift will come to India, the British brand will launch the facelift for its rival to the BMW 3 Series – the XE – on December 4.

Also see:

A visit to Jaguar Land Rover's new Product Creation Centre

Hanno Kirner, Jaguar Land Rover interview video

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FASTag to Be Mandatory From Tomorrow: Here's How to Buy and Recharge

FASTag will become mandatory from tomorrow. Here's how you can purchase a FASTag for your vehicle or recharge an existing FASTag using an online or offline method.

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Realme 5s to Go on Sale in India Today at 12pm via Flipkart

Realme 5s key features include quad rear camera setup, a large 5,000mAh battery and runs Android Pie with ColorOS 6 skin on top.

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New Honda City RS Turbo revealed

The fifth-gen Honda City was unveiled for the first time recently at an event in Thailand. Along with the standard car, Honda also took the wraps off it's sportier RS Turbo variant. The City RS Turbo will first go on sale in the Thailand market in the the months ahead and will subsequently hit more international markets.

The City RS Turbo is essentially a sporty version of the standard model. It gets sportier front and rear bumpers with black inserts, a subtle black trunk-lid-mounted rear spoiler, darkened glass for its tail lamps and full-LED headlamps with black inserts. The new variant also gets larger 16-inch alloy wheels instead of the 15-inch ones seen on the standard City for the Thailand market.

On the inside, it gets sportier trimming on the dashboard and centre console, different seat fabric and red accents on the instrument cluster. Under the hood, the RS Turbo gets the same 122hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, mated to a CVT gearbox, as the City for Thailand.

The current fifth-gen Honda City is aimed at the Thailand domestic market and due to its stringent emission and taxation rules, the model misses out on a few features that were available on the fourth-generation car. However, the new India-spec Honda City is expected to get a long list of features that may better the outgoing model’s and will also come with BS6-compliant petrol and diesel engine options.

For the Indian market, Honda will bring a new 1.5-litre petrol engine coupled with mild-hybrid tech that is similar to the one that will be sported by the all-new Jazz hatchback sold internationally (as the Honda Fit). Additionally, India will also get the 1.5-litre diesel engine – the same unit that is available on the current-gen City, but updated to comply with the new BS6 emission norms.

The fifth-gen Honda City will come to India in the second half of 2020. In the Indian market, the new City will rival the likes of the heavily updated Hyundai Verna, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, the Toyota Yaris, the Volkswagen Vento and the Skoda Rapid. Expect more details on the India-spec Honda City to surface closer to the model’s market introduction.

Also see:

Honda City: New vs Old

2020 Honda City image gallery

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Mahindra XUV400 to be based on future Ford mid-sized SUV platform

SUVs have become a focus area at Ford globally, and of the multiple models in development is a mid-size SUV that will head to India as well. Known by its internal codename B745, the SUV will be built on an all-new platform and will be about 4.3m long. The new Ford SUV's size will put it right in the heart of the hotly contested Indian mid-size SUV segment.

Along with the next-gen Mahindra XUV500-based C-SUV (code: C757), the new mid-sized model will be one of three new Ford-branded SUVs for India. What’s more, the B745 platform will also serve as the base for the long-touted Mahindra XUV400 (code: S204) which Mahindra has greenlighted for production. Remember, Mahindra and Ford have entered into a JV in India and will jointly develop products for our market. Mahindra’s XUV line of SUVs – the XUV500 and XUV300 – comprise monocoque-bodied and front-wheel-drive (or front-biased AWD) models, and the new XUV400 will be no different in its basic architecture.

While the SUVs will be built on a Ford platform and use Mahindra engines, the two models will be different in look – an approach both the carmakers will follow for all jointly developed products. There will be common elements on the inside as well but things like the infotainment systems will be shared. Also, like other models to come from the venture, the duo will be sold from their respective carmaker’s dealerships. 

Ford and Mahindra’s SUVs will not be the only new entrants to the mid-size segment in the years to come. Maruti and Toyota are jointly developing their own models; Skoda and Volkswagen will have a model each by 2021; and early next year, the second-gen Hyundai Creta will also go on sale. If you aspire to own a mid-size SUV, be prepared to be spoilt for choice.

Also see:

Next-gen Mahindra XUV500 interiors seen for the first time

Venue vs XUV300 vs Nexon vs EcoSport

Up to Rs 1.20 lakh off on Mahindra's Alturas G4, XUV500, TUV300, Scorpio

 

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Tata Altroz bookings to open from December 4, 2019

Tata dealer outlets across India will begin accepting bookings for the upcoming Altroz hatchback from December 4, 2019. The booking amount for the Altroz will be set at Rs 21,000. The Altroz in its India-spec will most likely be unveiled on the same day, with dispatches for customer display vehicles and test drive cars also set to begin around the same time. The official price announcement for the Altroz will take place in January next year.

The company had begun its marketing activities a few days ago and has already commenced mass production of the Altroz hatchback at its Pune plant. While the Altroz was initially expected to launch around July 2019 with BS4 engines on offer, the company later decided to introduce the model with BS6 engines right from the word go, which is why Tata pushed the market launch of the Altroz to January 2020.

The Altroz made its world premier earlier this year at the Geneva motor show and is one of the newer Tata models that features the brand’s Impact 2.0 Design language. The premium hatchback was first previewed in concept from back in 2018 at the Auto Expo in New Delhi. The Altroz is also the first Tata product to use the new ALFA (Agile, Light, Flexible and Advanced) platform. This architecture is one of two platforms that will form basis of most future Tata cars and SUVs.

On the inside, the Altroz gets a stylish interior, replete with a 7.0-inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment system. It will get soft touch materials and multiple textures that should add to its premium feel. The model will also feature ambient lighting and other app-based features to name a few other creature comforts expected.

Three BS6-compliant engine options will be on offer with the Altroz – an 85hp, 1.2-litre petrol; a 102hp 1.2-litre turbo-petrol; and a 90hp, 1.5-litre diesel. As far as gearbox options go, a 5-speed manual will be standard at launch, with automatic transmission variants joining a little later.

On December 4, the company will also announce the variant breakup, colour options and deliver schedule for the Altroz. Expect Altroz prices to start at around the Rs 5 lakh mark and go up to Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom). Key rivals to the new Tata Altroz hatchback include the recently launched Toyota Glanza, Maruti Baleno, Honda Jazz and the popular Hyundai i20 – an all-new next-gen version of the Hyundai premium hatchback is also expected to launch sometime next year.

Also see:

Tata Altroz teased ahead January 2020 launch

Tata Gravitas: 5 things to know

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2020 Honda City vs rivals: Specifications comparison

Midsize sedans might not be as hot as they once were but there’s never really been a shortage of options. And to amp things up, Honda will bring the all-new, fifth-gen City to India in mid-2020. By that time, Hyundai will also have brought out its updated Verna, which is another popular midsize sedan.

The fifth-gen City will have its work cut out for it when it does launch in India, which is why we’ve lined it up against its future rivals – on paper – to see if it’s got what it takes.

Dimensions

The new Honda City is not only longer and wider than the outgoing model but it's now also the longest and widest car in the segment. Interestingly, the new City’s wheelbase is 11mm shorter than the earlier model. Going purely by the numbers, it’s the City with the promise of most shoulder room, while the Ciaz should maintain its lead in the all-important area of rear-seat legroom. 

Dimensions
	2020 Honda City*	2020 Hyundai Verna*	Maruti Ciaz	Volkswagen Vento	Toyota Yaris	Skoda Rapid
Length	4553mm	4405mm	4490mm	4390mm	4425mm	4413mm
Width	1748mm	1720mm	1730mm	1699mm	1730mm	1699mm
Height	1467mm	1455mm	1485mm	1467mm	1495mm	1466mm
Wheelbase	2589mm	2600mm	2650mm	2553mm	2550mm	2552mm
Fuel tank	40 litres	43 litres	43 litres	55 litres	42 litres	55 litres
Tyre size	185/55 R16	195/55 R16	195/55 R16	195/55 R16	185/60 R15	195/55 R16

*Measurements are of the international-spec model and may differ from the India-spec car.

The updated Verna is also marginally longer than the model currently on sale in India. There’s no change to the 2,600mm wheelbase, however, that’s second only to the Ciaz’s. The Toyota Yaris is among the smaller cars here, while the Skoda Rapid and Volkswagen Vento are par for the course but are the narrowest. The Toyota is also the only model to get smaller 15-inch wheels.

Powertrain

The current City’s BS4-compliant 1.5-litre petrol engine will be upgraded to meet BS6 emission norms, but there aren’t expected to be any other changes besides that. While the Honda engine will outpower its competition, its torque figure isn’t the highest. We’d reported previously that Honda will bring a mild-hybrid petrol City to our market, but that is set to arrive only by 2021. Even the new Hyundai Verna – expected to be powered by the same 1.5-litre petrol engine (shared with the Kia Seltos) – will get a mild-hybrid option. For now, the Maruti Ciaz is the only model that offers this tech. The VW Group will not be upgrading the current Vento and Rapid’s 1.6-litre engine (or even the Vento’s 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine) to BS6-spec. The German carmaker will instead be bringing a heavily localised version of the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which is likely to be in its higher 115hp/200Nm state of tune.

Do note that the Thai-spec Honda City comes with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that is tuned to produce 122hp and 173Nm of torque, and is paired with a CVT automatic only. India won’t get this engine.

Petrol Engines
	2020 Honda City*	2020 Hyundai Verna*	Maruti Ciaz	Volkswagen Vento	Toyota Yaris	Skoda Rapid
Type	4 cyls, naturally aspirated	4 cyls, naturally aspirated	4 cyls, naturally aspirated	4 cyls, naturally aspirated/4 cyls, turbocharged	4 cyls, naturally aspirated	4 cyls, naturally aspirated
Displacement	1.5-litre	1.5-litre	1.5-litre	1.6-litre/1.2-litre	1.5-litre	1.6-litre
Power	119hp	115hp	105hp	105hp/105hp	107hp	105hp
Torque	145Nm	144Nm	138Nm	153Nm/175Nm	140Nm	153Nm
Manual gearbox	5-speed	6-speed	5-speed	5-speed	6-speed manual	5-speed
Automatic gearbox	CVT	CVT	4-speed torque convertor	7-speed dual-clutch	CVT	6-speed torque convertor
Mild-hybrid	Option	Option	Yes	No	No	No

*Expected

Coming to the diesel engine options, the Yaris is the only midsize sedan that at the moment does not have this option. However, come April 2020, the Volkswagen Vento and Skoda Rapid will also be petrol-only models. Maruti Suzuki is testing a BS6-compliant version of its 1.5-litre DDiS225 diesel engine, but there’s no confirmation on when (or if) it’ll arrive under the bonnet of the Ciaz.

It is likely that the Honda City diesel (the current 1.5-litre unit will be upgraded to comply with BS6 norms) will only have the diesel Hyundai Verna facelift to contend with. The Hyundai is expected with the Seltos’ 1.5-litre diesel engine, which comfortably outpowers the Honda unit, despite producing 13hp and 10Nm less than the current Verna’s 1.6-litre diesel unit.

Diesel Engines
	2020 Honda City*	2020 Hyundai Verna*	Maruti Ciaz
Type	4 cyls, turbocharged	4 cyls, turbocharged	4 cyls, turbocharged
Displacement	1.5-litre	1.5-litre	1.5-litre
Power	100hp	115hp	95hp
Torque	200Nm	250Nm	225Nm
Manual gearbox	6-speed	6-speed	5-speed
Automatic gearbox	CVT	6-speed torque convertor	NA
Mild-hybrid	No	No	No

*Expected

Features

Safety Features
	2020 Honda City*	2020 Hyundai Verna*	Maruti Ciaz	Volkswagen Vento	Toyota Yaris	Skoda Rapid
Airbags	6	4	2	4	7	2
ABS with EBD	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hill-start assist	Yes	Yes	AT only	AT only	Yes	Yes
Electronic stability control	Yes	Yes	AT only	AT only	Yes	No
Rear camera	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

*Features are of the international-spec model and may differ from the India-spec car.

On the safety front, the Toyota Yaris will still be the midsize sedan with the most safety features. While the new Verna for the Chinese market comes with a front collision warning brake system, a driver fatigue monitor and a lane-keeping assist system, the India-spec Verna facelift is unlikely to get any of these. The new Honda City adds hill-start assist and ESC to the older model’s fairly long list of safety features, at least for the Thai market. Whether this tech will come with the India-spec 5th-gen City is yet unknown.

Features
	2020 Honda City*	2020 Hyundai Verna*	Maruti Ciaz	Volkswagen Vento	Toyota Yaris	Skoda Rapid
Touchscreen	8.0-inch	8.0-inch	7.0-inch	6.5-inch	7.0-inch	6.5-inch
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay	No/Yes	Yes/Yes	Yes/Yes	Yes/Yes	Option	Yes/Yes
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Connected car tech	Option	Yes	Option	Option	No	No
Steering-mounted controls	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cruise control	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Push button start	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	Yes	No
Paddleshifters	Yes	No	No	No	Yes	No
Automatic climate control	1-zone	1-zone	1-zone	1-zone	1-zone	1-zone
Wireless charging	No	Yes	No	No	No	No
Leather upholstery	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Leather upholstery	Analogue	12.3-inch digital	Analogue	Analogue	Analogue	Analogue

*Features are of the international-spec model and may differ from the India-spec car.

Coming to the equipment on offer, all cars will have most of the basics covered, and this includes auto climate, touchscreen infotainment, steering-mounted audio controls, cruise control and smartphone connectivity. However, if the China-spec Verna is anything to go by, it’ll be the Hyundai that'll lead the features count. A full-digital instrument cluster, connected car tech and wireless charging are some of the features that could make it to the India market. The new City in its international spec seems to be par for the course with the remainder of the segment.

As it stands, based on the information available, the Verna facelift makes a good case for itself, both in terms of engines and equipment. And given that Hyundai offers a sizeable equipment list on its cars, we can expect generous kit on the India-spec car as well. The new Honda City, on the other hand, is likely to continue to attract the more self-drive-focused buyer with a strong petrol engine and equipment that is expected to be par for the course in the segment. The Yaris does stand out in terms of the safety kit on offer, while the Ciaz’s strength is in the amount of equipment it offers at a lower price point than current rivals.

Hyundai is expected to launch the heavily updated Verna in India in the first half of 2020 with the all-new City expected to arrive shortly after. The Rapid and Vento are also due for a replacement with both models having soldiered on for the better part of a decade. VW Group India is working on a replacement for both, though the new models are likely to arrive only in the latter part of 2021.

Also see:

Honda City: New vs Old

2020 Honda City image gallery

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At this time, it’s unclear which of the two battery options will be available with the Mach-E when it comes to our market. In international markets, the entry-level model features a single motor driving the rear wheels – either a 75kWh battery and 258hp motor, or a 99kWh battery and 289hp motor; both producing 416Nm of torque. Ford claims a 0-100kph time of under 8sec and a WLTP range of around either 450km or 595km, respectively, for this model.

The twin-motor, all-wheel-drive version of the Mach-E is offered in 75kWh battery and 258hp or 99kWh and 337hp forms; both versions produce 582Nm and have a claimed sub-7sec, 0-100kph time, with estimated ranges of 419km and 540km, respectively. All models have their top speed limited to 179kph.

By the time the Ford Mustang Mach-E arrives in India, there will be at least two all-electric premium SUVs on sale already – the Audi e-tron (set to launch early next year) and the Jaguar I-Pace (scheduled to launch late in 2020).

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Both cars have been given an exterior-styling revamp to reflect Mitsubishi’s current Dynamic Shield design concept, featuring a redesigned grille flanked by new LED headlights and a new front bumper. At the back, there are restyled tail-lamps with LED elements along with a new bumper. Completing the looks are newly design alloy wheels and new paint-shade options.

Changes to the cabin include new upholstery – part-leather on the Mirage and full-leather on the Attrage – revised trimmings, and the installation of a new Smartphone Display Audio infotainment system comprising a 7.0-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.

While mechanical details have not yet been revealed, both models are expected to continue using the 1.2-litre petrol motor offered on the pre-facelift models.

The current Mirage has been sold in over 90 countries, including Thailand, Europe and the US; while the Attrage is sold in over 60 countries, including Thailand and North America. The Mirage and the Attrage are both manufactured in the Laem Chabang Plant of Mitsubishi Motors Thailand and have achieved cumulative global sales of around 6,50,000 and 2,80,000 units, respectively (as of end-September 2019).

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Mahindra has already begun work on the next-gen XUV500 SUV that will launch in the market sometime in 2020. While its arrival is still some time away, the model has been undergoing rigorous testing on Indian roads and has been spotted doing so once again. New spy shots that have surfaced on the internet reveal the new XUV500’s interior for the first time.

Just like its exteriors, the new XUV500 seems to be based on a clean-sheet design on the inside too. While the dashboard is yet to be seen completely uncovered, there are quite a few details that are still visible, giving us a hint of what to expect from the next-gen XUV500’s interior.

First up, the steering wheel seems to have an all-new design with a flat bottom – something not seen on any Mahindra product in India so far. The dashboard clearly seems to be split into three sections: there is a large instrument cluster area that will most-likely feature a TFT panel with digital gauges (at least for the higher variants); the centre area of the dashboard seems to contain a large horizontal slot for the infotainment system (the unit could be in the region of 9 inches or more); and two horizontal and simple looking AC vents are placed right below the infotainment screen. Below those are what look like controls for HVAC and other features. The XUV500 will come with a seven-seat cabin and there are talks of a key focus being on more cabin room, especially in the second and third row.

Earlier spy shots have confirmed that the new XUV500’s design will be an evolution of the outgoing model, with a more upright nose and a wide Mahindra family grille; there’ll be slightly smaller headlamps too. It will also get Mahindra’s signature vertically-placed daytime running lamps that first made their debut on the XUV300. The new XUV500 has the typical crossover-esque look when viewed from the side – while it’s got a fresh design for the front fender, the window line looks similar to the pervious-gen model, save for a pronounced kink on the rear door that is reminiscent of the detailing seen on the XUV300, the larger Alturas G4 and some SsangYong SUVs. The next-gen Scorpio is expected to sport a similar design detail as well.

The new SUV will not get the ‘cheetah claw’ door handles though, which are a unique touch on the current model. The second-gen XUV500 will feature flush-fitting door handles instead, which will still be unique its price band. Apart from enhancing its looks, these door handles are also expected to help improve the vehicle’s aerodynamics in general. However, it remains to be seen to what extent it helps Mahindra's next-gen SUV.

The new XUV500 will be sold with a more powerful 180hp version of the current model’s 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine. The unit will be compliant to Bharat Stage 6 emission norms. A less powerful version of this same engine (140hp/320Nm) will see duty on the next-gen Scorpio and Thar. The engine will feature a DPF (diesel particulate filter) and a SCR (selective catalytic reduction), which will help it comply with the stringent BS6 norms. Gearbox choices will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic – just like the outgoing model.

Key rivals for the all-new Mahindra XUV500 will include the likes of the next-gen Hyundai Creta, the Tata Gravitas (a fellow seven-seat SUV), Kia’s Seltos and MG’s Hector. In the near future, there will be more entrants to the segment like the Volkswagen T-Cross and the Skoda Kamiq.

Additionally, there will be Ford’s version of the XUV500 set to arrive as well – it will share most of its underpinnings, interior bits with the Mahindra, but will come with a unique exterior design and sportier driving dynamics. 

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Petrol Prices Remain Unchanged For 2nd Day

According to the Indian Oil website, petrol prices in Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai remained the same at Rs 74.76, Rs 77.44, Rs 80.42 and Rs 77.72 per litre, respectively.

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TRAI Plans to Review Transparency in Telecom Tariff Offers

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai) on Wednesday said it plans to review the transparency factor in the publication of tariff plans and offers rolled out by the telecom operators.

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Motorola One Hyper With Pop-Up Selfie Camera May Launch on December 3

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Apple Starts Showing Annexed Crimea as Russia on Apps

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BMW Management And Labour Reach Agreement To Cut Costs

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Uber's London Ban Marks Global Backlash for Ride-Hailing Giants

London's transport authority banned Uber for a second time on Monday, citing concerns about customer safety after vulnerabilities in the app let drivers fake their identities in thousands of rides.

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Redmi 8 Set to Go on Sale in India via Flipkart, Mi.com

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Amazon Said to Have Built a More Powerful Data Centre Chip

Amazon.com's cloud computing unit has designed a second, more powerful generation of data centre processor chip, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

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Google Pixel 2 updated with "Flip to Shh" via Digital Wellbeing Beta

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US Judge Won't Allow Facebook Users to Seek Damages for Hack

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Mini John Cooper Works GP revealed at 2019 LA auto show

Mini has revealed its fastest road-going model yet, the John Cooper Works GP, at the 2019 Los Angeles auto show. Limited to just 3,000 units globally, the GP features a number of mechanical and cosmetic changes to make it lighter and faster than the standard three-door John Cooper Works (JCW).

Starting with the engine, the 2.0-litre turbo petrol now develops 306hp and 450Nm – significantly exceeding the output of the same unit in the 231hp/320Nm JCW model. The GP is capable of sprinting from 0-100kph in a claimed 5.2sec and has a top speed of 264kph.

Most of the GP’s extra power comes from the new turbocharger. The motor’s compression ratio is reduced to cope with the extra boost pressure, and a new intake duct and new multi-hole injectors (with up to 350bar of pressure) also feature, as does a GP-specific oil sump.

A new exhaust system is said to bring sound effects 'inspired by motor racing'. Also taken from the firm’s racing expertise is a newly developed cooling system.

Power is sent to the front wheels through an 8-speed automatic gearbox with steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles. A mechanical differential lock helps channel the healthy power output smoothly.

Externally, the most notable additions are a giant roof spoiler with double-wing contours, a new front apron design and special wheel-arch extender panels made of lightweight carbonfibre-reinforced plastic and dubbed ‘spats’ by Mini engineers.

The material for the spats is recycled from the production process of the i3 and i8 of Mini parent company BMW. With an exposed matte finish, the front arch panels each feature the car’s specific build number. The body itself is available exclusively in metallic grey, with silver and red details.

The GP’s body structure is said to be “extremely rigid”, with new supports, members and strut braces. The suspension was developed from extensive Nürburgring testing. The track widths are increased and the body is lowered by 10mm over the standard JCW, while a host of new parts and extra front camber reduce roll and improve grip.

The dynamic stability control setup has a GP-specific mode that relaxes the system’s intervention. The new sports braking system (in conjunction with lightweight forged wheels) features four-piston front callipers for greater stability and braking power.

Inside, the John Cooper Works GP gets just two seats. Combined with less acoustic insulation, the shedding of its rear seats contributes to a reduced, 1,255kg kerb weight – 85kg lighter than the normal JCW. New 3D-printed honeycomb metal shift paddles feature, and 3D printing has also been used for the passenger dashboard panel, where the car’s build number is displayed.

Despite the pared-back approach, the GP can still be equipped with sat-nav, wireless charging and heated front seats. It also gets the digital instrument cluster from the Mini Electric as standard.

Mini marked its 60th anniversary this year along with rolling out its 10 millionth car from its plant in Oxford UK. For the Indian market, the company has had a relatively quiet year which saw the introduction of the above mentioned 231hp JCW model and a limited-run Black Edition iteration of the Countryman. Mini could bring the JCW GP to India but expect numbers to be very limited and the price to be higher than the standard JCW.

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Vivo U20 to Go on Sale for the First Time in India Today at 12 Noon

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Toyota reveals new RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid

Toyota has unveiled the new RAV4 Prime Plug-in Hybrid at the 2019 Los Angeles auto show. The hybrid SUV features a 302hp powertrain capable of more than 59km of electric-only running. 

The fifth-generation of the Japanese SUV was launched last year in the UK but was initially offered with just one powertrain option: a 2.5-litre petrol-electric hybrid producing 218hp in front-wheel-drive, and 222hp in all-wheel-drive models. Toyota says the new hybrid is the most powerful RAV4 – and the quickest alternatively fuelled Toyota – ever.

The new plug-in variant, which will be called the RAV4 Prime in North America, features all-wheel-drive as standard and uses the same 175hp, 2.5-litre petrol engine as the regular hybrid. That engine is mated to a larger battery and a more powerful electric motor, but Toyota is yet to specify details. The new battery is a high-capacity lithium-ion unit, with the powertrain featuring a boost converter on the hybrid’s power control unit.

Toyota says the system produces 302hp in total and can achieve 0-100kph in 6.2sec, and it enables the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid deliver “best-in-class CO2 emissions and fuel economy”, although specific figures haven't been disclosed. However, it claims that ‘WLTP-standard data’ indicates CO2 emissions of less than 30g/km.

The RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid is due to go on sale early next year in international markets.

For India, Toyota is getting ready to launch its luxury people mover, the Vellfire, in early 2020. The company will also discontinue its entire Etios line-up, prior to the implementation of the BS6 emission norms in April 2020.

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Tata Gravitas: 5 things to know

Known by its internal codename 'H7X' and revealed as a concept earlier in 2019 with the Buzzard moniker, Tata’s upcoming seven-seater will go on sale in India as the Gravitas. For those who may not know, the Gravitas is a seven-seat SUV derivative of the Tata Harrier. Here are a few things about the Gravitas that you should know.

How big is the Gravitas?

The Gravitas will be more than just a Harrier with a third row of seats. While the two SUVs share their 2,741mm wheelbase and are an identical 1,894mm in width, the Gravitas is both longer and taller than the five-seater. In pure numbers, the seven-seater’s 4,661mm length and 1,786mm height makes it 63mm longer and 80mm taller than the Harrier.

In look, the Gravitas and Harrier differ from the B-pillar onwards. The Gravitas has a longer rear overhang and a stepped roof to accommodate the third row of seats. While the tailgate itself remains more or less identical to the Harrier, the Gravitas features a larger rear-quarter glass, replacing the Harrier's stylish ‘pinched’ window line. This has been done in an attempt to make the third row feel roomier by having a larger glasshouse area. The Gravitas will also get a different design for the diamond-cut alloys in order to further distinguish it from the Harrier.

What’s the Gravitas’ third row like?

The Gravitas’ USP will be its third row of seats. Tata has included a one-touch flip-and-fold mechanism for the second row of seats to allow passengers easy access to the third row. However, having sat in the Buzzard concept at the Geneva motor show, we can report that access to the last row isn’t convenient; and space at the back is very limited too. On the positive side, dedicated aircon vents and separate blower controls have been included. Three-point seatbelts and adjustable head restraints for both passengers will also be part of the package.

What engine will the Gravitas get?

As was known, the Gravitas will come equipped with a more powerful, BS6-compliant version of the Harrier’s 2.0-litre Kryotec diesel engine, producing around 170hp and 350Nm of torque. Transmission options for the Gravitas will include a 6-speed manual and a Hyundai-sourced 6-speed torque-convertor automatic gearbox. Like the Harrier, the Gravitas will be front-wheel drive only but will have drive modes for off-road scenarios.

When will the Gravitas launch?

Along with the name announcement, Tata also confirmed that the Gravitas will be launched in February next year. This could potentially be at Auto Expo 2020, which is scheduled to take place on February 7-12. With the Harrier priced between Rs 13-16.86 lakh (ex-showroom), expect Tata to price the Gravitas around Rs 1 lakh more than its five-seat cousin.

What models will the Gravitas compete with?

When it goes on sale in February 2020, the Tata Gravitas will compete with other seven-seat mid-size SUVs like Mahindra’s XUV500, and also MG’s upcoming six-seat Hector, which is also due for launch early next year. However, Mahindra is currently developing the next-gen XUV500 too, which is slated for a mid-2020 launch. This should heat up things in that segment next year.

What do you think about the upcoming Tata Gravitas? Let us know in the comments below. 

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