2011 Audi R8 Spyder in India

The German sports car company, Audi wants to grow rapidly in India. Recently they have launched the open top version of Audi R8 Spyder. It uses 5.2L, 525 bhp, 530 Nm of torque, V10 petrol heart, new Audi R8 Spyder accelerates from 0-100 kmph in a mere 4.1 seconds. Making things even more interesting is the lightness of it all with Audi’s Space Frame technology that limits the R8 Spyder’s weight to just 1720 kg. The sound of the V10 itself should be all the equipment you need, but Audi has plonked in loads of gadgets to spoil customers silly. Quattro permanent all-wheel drive, LED lights, seat belt microphone, Bang & Olufsen sound system, heated seats, etc. are a sure-fire way of indulging yourself. Its  an optional 6-speed sequential transmission with an automatic and manual mode that can be operated via paddles on the steering wheel.

The element that makes this R8 the Spyder, is very well engineered as well and seamlessly blends with the car’s lines. Weighing only 42 kg, the soft top can be deployed in just 19 seconds. The inside of Spyder is similar to coupe, which means long legged persons are going to have hard time accommodating. However, the seats are quite comfortable and adjustable, offering sufficient side bolstering.Most of Audi R8 Spyder interior features are quite similar to that of coupe. It means, Spyder too features 465 watts of Bang & Olufsen goodness with mated to about 12 speakers. It is not up to sonorific splendor that B&O system of A8 is. However, it proves sufficient enough for the R8's small cabin.

Audi open-top sportscar will be available in India starting from April and will be priced at Rs. 1.47crores (Ex-Showroom). Demand for luxury cars has drastically increased in India, and Audi expects to meet customer demands fully, explained Michael Perschke.

TVS Apache RTR 180 with ABS

The first ever bike with ABS is finally out of the box. TVS has launched their popular saleing Apache RTR 180 with ABS.  The company has given its premium segment offering formidable stopping power with ABS technology which significantly improves braking and is a prominent safety measure often found on all modern-day cars.

The ABS system prevents the brakes from locking under emergency situations and at the same time improves overall braking performance by reducing stopping distance and time in all weather conditions like dry or wet, thus helping in improving the overall safety of the rider. Technology is jointly developed by TVS along with Continental Corporation.

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The only difference you can point out is the ABS sticker on the fuel tank. Apart from this there are hyper sepped sensor near front wheel cover & ECU head unit near front side panel (including some more wires).

The bike will come priced at Rs 78,880, ex-showroom, New Delhi. The company has declared that this is only the introductory price of the motorcycle, so prices are subject to change, soon. The RTR 180 ABS comes at a premium of approximately Rs 9,000 over the regular 180.

Maruti Suzuki Swift 2011

          India's largest car manufacturer Maruti is expected to launch the most awaited 2011 Swift by the end of April. The 2011 Swift will come with new hart. Its petrol version will have 1.2-liter top line1.5 K-Series engine and the diesel will occupy 1.3-liter engine.
           Apart from the fresh looking exterior, the interior has also been redesigned. The new Swift 2011 is taller than the existing Swift by about 155mm. This is a good increase to new length of 3850 mm (compared to existing length of 3696mm) which still helps to keep the New Swift in small car category in terms of tax rules by keeping is less than 4 meter in length. This increase in length will add to more space inside swift and make it more appealing car to buy.
          The width has also been increased from 1690mm to 1695mm which is not a considerable change. The height of the new Swift is 1510mm compared to 1530 mm of the existing swift which is slightly lesser in height. The wheelbase has been increased to 2430 mm compared to 2390 mm which will add to a better handling & performance.
Have a look at the beauty

          With all these specifications, the car is expected to cost little more than the existing car. Price value of Swift 2011 is expected somewhere between 5.5laks to 7.0 laks