Friday, 1 November 2013

Datsun GO

Mileage

Ed's Take: Nissan has worked on the fuel efficiency of the Datsun Go and it has a better figure than that of the Micra, as it lighter and even the engine has been detuned a bit.

As of now, there are no official figures regarding the mileage and fuel economy of the upcoming Datsun GO. However, as it coming with the 1.2-litre petrol trim manufactured by Nissan , we can expect that Datsun GO may come with an ability to return a healthy mileage in the range of about 19 Kmpl to 20 Kmpl. This upcoming hatch is expected to come with a lightweight body, which should further improve its fuel efficiency. The company is also expected to equip this hatchback with a proficient fuel supply system, which will also help in further boosting the fuel efficiency of this yet to be launched hatchback.

Acceleration & Pick-Up

Ed's Take: The acceleration should be competitive to competition and the Datsun Go could have similar acceleration to the Micra petrol version.

The company is said to have promised that its first ever model for this 21st Century, Datsun GO will deliver exceptional driving experience with greater agility. The company has still not disclosed the figures regarding its top speed, acceleration and pickup. However, some of the top market sources believe that this hatchback might have the ability to reach its top speed in between 150 to 160 Kmph speed. Considering the engine size, its power and its light weight body, we can expect that the Datsun GO may reach a speed of 100 Kmph from standstill in about 15 to 16 seconds , which should be great for the Indian road and traffic conditions.

Engine and Performance

Ed's Take: The engine on the Datsun Go is the same 1.2-litre petrol, but due to lesser weight the fuel efficiency of Datsun Go is higher than that on the regular Micra.

This yet to be launched Datsun GO seems to have been liked by the technical junkies of the country, who scrutinize each and every aspect of any upcoming cars and give their verdict on them. This low cost hatchback is expected to be madeavailable with a performance packed three cylinder, 12-valve based 1.2-litre petrol engine , which is also expected to have a dual overhead cam shaft (DOHC) to further bolster the pickup, acceleration as well as the fuel economy. However, this petrol engine is said to be slightly lesser powerful than its other contenders, which may not be a concern for the buyers as this would mean that the mileage will be better than the other similar engines. This wonderful petrol mill is said to be able to displace close to 1198cc, which seems to be pretty decent for the Indian road and traffic conditions. This efficient petrol mill is expected to generate about 67bhp of maximum power at 5000rpm, while the peak torque output is said to be in the range of about 104Nm at 4000rpm. This impressive engine is expected to be skilfully mated with a proficient five speed manual transmission gear box, which ensures smoother gear shifts at all times. The most impressive thing about this yet to be launched hatchback is said to be its class leading mileage, which will certainly impress the buyers.

First Drive:

2014 Jeep Cherokee

No one cares if a Toyota RAV4 or Ford Escape can cross the Rubicon. In fact, most Ford and Toyota crossover owners wouldn't know the difference between the Rubicon and a Rubik's Cube. Jeeps, however, are judged off-road. Create a vehicle that can't survive Hell's Gate in Moab, Utah, and it's a Jeep In Name Only. JINO is blasphemy in the Church of 4x4 -- just look at the persecution of the Compass

This is a tough standard, but the second coming of the Cherokee might sway more than a few true believers who bemoan the Fiat platform under any Jeep as a betrayal of epic proportion and a disservice to the Cherokee name. But, lo and behold, the 2014 Jeep Cherokee will impress even the hardest-core enthusiast with its capabilities. More important, it advances the Jeep cause with an ingenious drive system, a polarizing design, and a well-appointed interior. It looks like no other and behaves like no other, but it is still a Jeep all the way through its Italian platform. And allow me this confession: Jeep fanatics were never going to buy the Cherokee anyway. This small crossover was created for the next generation of Jeep buyers who have quiet commutes, take an occasional dusty road, and want something that looks cool parked in a suburban driveway. The Cherokee can compete head to head with any of the modern small crossovers on the road. Off-road, it will bury them.

From the 4x4 Cherokee Trailhawk for the owner who once rebuilt a CJ's engine with a Leatherman, to a front-drive Cherokee Sport for the owner who occasionally hops a curb to get a better parking space, Jeep serves up a range of Cherokee flavors. While many crossovers have adopted the wrinkled tube look, the Cherokee maintains a truck-first silhouette. It keeps some of those classic Jeep design cues, but with a more modern twist. The grille still has seven slots, and trapezoidal wheelwells surround the 17-inch wheels, but there are also daytime running lights tucked under the sharply curved hood that give the Cherokee a distinctive look. (The real headlamps are lower.) The trail-rated Trailhawk has a tougher look with different fascias, red steel tow hooks, and Trailhawk badging. The Cherokee's interior has more in common with the Grand Cherokee than the Liberty the Cherokee replaces. It's comfortable, well-laid-out, and uses a combination of choice materials that make it feel more like a luxury car than a vehicle that can turn a mountain into a mustard seed. There are soft-touch points and the cabin's layout is driver-friendly. Two analog gauges bookend either a 3.5-inch or 7-inch thin-film transistor screen that offers a half-dozen different configurations for real-time information.

The center stack includes a 5-inch or 8.4-inch display screen to view the navigation map or operate some of the vehicle's controls. The newest iteration of Chrysler's UConnect system improves upon an already solid system that integrates infotainment and other controls. Even the voice commands were fairly easy to operate and came in handy when driving and trying to find the right song off an iPhone. The Cherokee includes lots of storage spaces throughout the cabin. The front passenger seat has a hidden cubby under the cushion, and there's a spot on top of the dash that opens up. There are door pockets, map pockets, and even a spot for your cell phone to sit right next to the USB port at the base of the center stack. Even the rear storage area of the Cherokee has hooks to hang plastic bags and a second row that moves fore and aft or folds flat. The design is thoughtful. The base-model Cherokee is powered by Chrysler's 2.4-liter MultiAir2 TigerShark I-4 that creates 184 hp and 171 lb-ft of torque. The engine provided more than enough power on the roads around Moab. It could quickly get up to and cruise along at 80 mph. The biggest advantage of the four-cylinder engine is that Jeep estimates it will get at least 31 mpg on the highway, but final EPA testing has not been completed. The 3.2-liter Pentastar V-6 felt better, of course. Its 271 hp and 239 lb-ft of torque mated to that nine-speed transmission give the Cherokee smooth acceleration and never left me wanting more power.

Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/suvs/1310_2014_jeep_cherokee_first_drive/#ixzz2jShuvzMG

The Cherokee's electric power steering provides solid feedback and lets the driver hold his line through any corner. The front independent suspension and rear multilink setup keep the Cherokee firmly planted, and limited body roll through high-speed turns. Plus, the ride is surprisingly quiet. Perhaps the true genius of the Cherokee is the engine set. Jeep has devised a system that uses a front-drive-mounted engine and turns it into a true four-wheel-drive system. The vehicle features a rear-axle disconnect to improve efficiency, but still manages torque to both axles. The system works automatically, so the driver might not know when the rear axle is not pushing the Cherokee. The Cherokee offers three different drive setups. Active Drive I uses an open power transfer unit and a fully variable wet-clutch in the rear-drive module that apportions drive to the rear wheels, disconnecting them when not needed. Active Drive II adds the ability to vary torque from front to rear and a 2.92:1 low range that locks the front and rear together for maximum traction. Active Drive Lock, the system for the Jeep faithful, adds a locking rear differential to the above setup, and it is standard on all Trailhawk models. During a day of off-roading, it was easy to understand how capable the Cherokee really is. See a rock, climb a rock. Combining this capability with crossover comfort, quiet, and economy gives the Cherokee the potential to attract new followers to the Jeep fold. Godspeed.

2014 Jeep CherokeeBASE PRICE$23,990-$30,490VEHICLE LAYOUTFront-engine, FWD/AWD/4WD, 5-pass, 4-door SUVENGINES2.4L/184-hp/171-lb-ft SOHC 16-valve I-4; 3.2L/271-hp/239-lb-ft DOHC 24-valve V-6TRANSMISSION9-speed automaticCURB WEIGHT3750-4100 lb (mfr)WHEELBASE106.3-107.0 inLENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT182.0 x 73.2-74.9 x 65.7-67.8 in0-60 MPH6.4-8.9 sec (MT est)EPA CITY/HWY FUEL ECONNot yet ratedON SALE IN U.S.Currently

Toyota registers 7% growth in October 2013

Toyota Kirloskar Motor registered a total sale of 15,576 units in October 2013 as compared to 14,040 units in the corresponding month last year. The company sold 13,162 units in the domestic market and registered a 7% growth as compared to domestic sales of 12,281 units in October 2012. The company exported 2414 units of the Etios series last month.

Commenting on the sales in October 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial, TKM said, “October has seen good sales as the festive season has helped us in generating good numbers of enquiries and orders. Sales of all the models including the Innova, Etios, Liva, Fortuner and Corolla Altis have seen a positive growth last month.

The New Innova launched in October 2013 has received a very good response from our customers. We would like to thank them and wish all our customers a happy and prosperous Deepawali. We hope to continue delighting them with the Toyota experience.

And More

Mercedes-Benz to launch the C-Class Celebratory Edition on 12th

10 most expensive weddings in the world

1

Chelsea Clinton and Marc Mezvinsky
It's not just Indian politicians who have lavish weddings for their progeny. When Hillary and Bill Clinton's daughter Chelsea exchanges 'I dos' with Marc Mezvinsky, a childhood friend, this Saturday, the tab will add up to $5 million (23 crore). At the Clinton-Mezvinsky wedding, the air-conditioned tents will cost $600,000, the security $200,000, and the invitation cards, which merely state that the nuptials will be conducted at the upper-crust town of Rhinebeck in New York State, are said to have come for $150 a piece. Here is a list of all the billion dollar weddings that took place recently.

2

Vanisha Mittal and Amit Bhatia
At the 2004 wedding of Lakshmi Mittal's daughter, 1,000 high- profile guests from across the world were entertained at the Palace of Versailles in Paris. Pop star Kylie Minogue and Shah Rukh Khan performed at the wedding. The wedding costed $ 55 Million (253 crore).

3

Vikram Chatwal and Priya Sachdev
At the wedding of New York-based hotelier Sant Singh Chatwal's son in Udaipur in 2006, the guest list was topped by the good friend of the family, Bill Clinton, and Naomi Campbell. The wedding costed $ 20 Million (92 crore)

4

Elizabeth Hurley and Arun Nayar
There was no end to the glamour and grandeur in the wedding ceremony of Arun Nayar and Elizabeth Hurley in 2007. The festivity lasted for eight days across two continents - Europe and Asia. The ceremony made its way from the Sudeley Castle in Gloucestershire, Britain to Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur. The couple's accommodation at the palace suite cost $10,000 a night.

5

Aleksandra Kokotovic and Andrei Melnichenko
The pompous and ostentatious wedding of Andrei Melnichenko Russian billionaire and Miss Yugoslavia Aleksandra Kokotovich, Serbian model at Cote D'Azur, France in 2005 added a chapter to the history of world famous wedding ceremonies. Performances by Christina Aguilera and Whitney Houston were the most appealing attribute of the lavish ceremony.

Donald Trump and Melania Krauss
The lavish wedding of Donald Trump and Melania Krauss at Palm Beach, Florida was in news round the year of 2005 for its sheer opulence and flamboyance. Adding charms to this extravaganza was the graceful presence of Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Shaquille O'Neal and Rudolph Giuliani. The glaring features of the wedding included 45 chefs, 10,000 flowers and a 200-1b marnier cake. Tony Bennett and Billy Joel gave live performances to entertain the guests.

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
Their wedding at Italy's 15th-century Odescalchi Castle in 2006 was a stunning spectacle with a lot of flamboyance. Giorgio Armanai had designed sumptuous apparels for the entire bridal party. A musical performance by Andrea Boccelli enlivened the party in reception of the couple. This $2 million extravaganza is one of the grand and gigantic weddings

Liza Minelli and David Gest
The fabulous and flamboyant wedding of Liza Minelli and David Gest at Manhattan's Collegiate Church in 2002 was the over-the-top event that is to be memorized by its guests. Among 850 wedding guests, Elizabeth Taylor and Michael Jackson were the mighty presence inthe wedding party. Natalie Cole made all swing by singing "Unforgettable". Cutting a grand 6-foot, 12-tier cake kicked off the celebration. About 500 staffs were hired to serve the guests. The extravagance ofthe wedding included $700,000 for flowers and $40, 000 for wedding cake.

Paul McCartney and Heather Mills
The $3 million wedding ceremony of Paul McCartney and Heather Mills in 2001 was accompanied by a grand feast, a marvelous pageant and a dazzling firework. An Indian themed reception and a performance by dancers clad in traditional India dress were held in honor to the couple. They passed their first night on a $20 million yacht for $ 19,000.

Wayne Rooney and Colleen McLaughlin
The wedding of the Manchester United football star (Rooney) and TV presenter (McLaughlin) took place in Portofino, Italy, in 2008. The fourday event took place on a yacht, with the 64 guests flown in on five private jets. The wedding costed $ 15 Million (69 crore).

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