Monthly Archives: April 2009

Aero tractor

The Aero is basically a 4×2 tractor with a 260PS engine that follows a modular chassis design. Which is to say, depending on its usage, the tractor can be configured differently, with suitable underpinnings and the like. The thought behind this concept however, which uses the Newgen cab, is to reduce drag during high speed [...]
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Ashok Leyland vehicle maker

The second largest commercial vehicle maker in the country, Ashok Leyland had its latest line up of heavy duty trucks on display. The Newgen range of trucks will be available in all possible configurations from 180 horsepower, 25 tonne multiaxle haulers to 260 horse power tractors with gross train weight going up to 45 tonnes, [...]
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Yamaha Outrageous

The Gladiator concept officials claim previews the next Yamaha, a Yamaha that finally breaks into the premium end of the biking segment. Powered by a new generation engine that will meet 2008 emission norms, it will most likely displace 160cc and betuned for performance to go with the global Yamaha image. Two Gladiators were on [...]
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Yamaha’s Fazer 250iE

Raising eyebrows was the South American market 250cc Fazer 250iE that has a strong naked bike look and at least from the rear looks somewhat like the Indian Fazer. Using an air cooled 250cc single it develops 21PS of power at 7500rpm and 20.6Nm of torque at 6500rpm and tips the scales at 137kg. It [...]
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TVS Predator

With the face lifted GLX, TVS has incorporated revisions made in the Edge like the rear gas shock absorbers besides redone graphics. As was the case last year, TVS also showcased a couple of concepts, which sadly will not be introduced in the Indian market. The Isotope 200, a 200cc supermoto with its futuristic lines [...]
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TVS Apache 150cc

The Apache 150cc bike delivers to give stiff competition to the current king of the 150cc segment, the Pulsar. The Apache develops 13.5PS of power and has a good power to weight ratio to boot. Apache TVS’s new stunner occupied centre stage at the company stall. This 150cc bike has won quite a few accolades [...]
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Suzuki Zeus

The bikes in question are the Heat and Zeus. While the two share identical mechanicals and cycle parts, they are targeted at very different customer profiles. The former with its no frills, bare basic design is targeted at the semi-urban and rural clientele, better sculpted front mud guard and an engine cowl is expected  to [...]
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Murano – SUV from Nissan

The second generation Murano is a huge vehicle. The leather seats and various steering wheel is mounted controls greet you as you step in. The use of high quality materials, soft plastic and clever chrome inserts lend the cabin an upscale ambience and completely justify the Murano’s premium tag. The latest Murano is blesses with [...]
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