Honda Motorycles and Scooters India (HMSI) unveiled 110cc mass motorcycle Dream Yuga, sporty performance motorcycle CBR 150R, new 2012 model of CB Shine and new 2012 model of CBR 250R (new color) at the Delhi Auto Expo. Honda also displayed its New 2012 model of Dio in automatic scooter and the twin-engined VT 1300CX super bike as well as new performance bike CBR 1000RR Fireblade in the big bikes portfolio.

Force Motors introduced the upgraded version of its passenger van, ‘Traveller-26′, the world largest monocoque van. Force Motors has priced the Traveller-26 at about Rs 11.5 lakh.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd (TKM) launched the New Innova and New Fortuner at the Delhi Auto Expo 2012. Also a part of the attractive line up of vehicles displayed at the expo were an array of new offerings on each of the existing models – New Etios, New Etios Liva, Altis Easy Seat, New Prius, New Camry and the New LC 200.

Volvo Buses unveiled the world’s first commercially viable hybrid bus – the Volvo 7700 Hybrid – at the Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi. The Swedish bus manufacturer has indicated that the unveiling of 7700 Hybrid was an indication for its readiness for the India market.
The Volvo Hybrid solution is already commercialised and operating across 20 cities of the world with a proven track record of saving up to 37% fuel consumption & over 50% in hazardous emissions in actual customer operations.
The unveiling follows the recent launch of the New …

Tata unveiled the Tata Ultra 714 and 1017 LCV and ICV and the Tata LPT 3723 5-axle rigid truck at the Delhi Auto Expo.
The Tata Ultra range of LCV and ICV trucks powered by an all new advanced DICOR 3 & 5 litre,16 valve engine with higher aggregate life, longer service intervals and low NVH levels,   delivers an efficient and smooth ride. Radial tyres, parabolic leaf springs and tuned shock absorbers add to the comfort of the driver and ensure safe transit of goods. High Strength Domex 650 Steel rolled …

Tata Motors unveiled the next-generation Tata Safari Storme enriched with safety features, modified exterior and spacious interior.
The new Tata Safari Storme makes a bold statement with its refined exteriors. The Tata Safari Storme range will be launched in the next financial year. The vehicle exteriors have been stylised with new front grill, side cladding, new projector headlamps and all new rear looks.
The bonnet now boasts a ‘power bulge’ which gives the Storme a sportier look. The aerodynamically designed spoilers, new pull-type door handles and ergonomically designed side foot-steps ensure easy …

Mercedes-Benz India launched India’s most powerful open top vehicle: the SLS AMG Roadster and all new M-Class SUV at the Auto Expo in Delhi. The German auto major also presented Concept A-Class on the occasion.
The open top SLS AMG Roadster is powered by 6.3 Litre V8 engine, the SLS AMG Roadster delivers 0-100 in 3.8 seconds, said the company. While it looks like a beauty, SLS AMG Roadster does ride like a beast. The eight cylinder V8 engine produces rumbling 571 horse power at 6800 rpm with a maximum torque …

Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), the two-wheeler arm of Japanese auto firm Suzuki Motor Corporation, has launched a 110cc motorcycle, Hayate, and a 125cc scooter namely Swish125 at the 11th Delhi Auto Expo 2012. The Suzuki Hayate carries a price tag of Rs 40,000.

The four-stroke Swish 125 scooter is priced at Rs 45,431 (ex-showroom Delhi) and is eyeing urban youth Swish125 will be available in the market by March 2012 while Hayate is to hit Indian roads from April this year.
SMIPL will increase its annual capacity from the current 3.6 lakh …

India’s leading car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki launched compact SUV XAα (XA Alpha) at the Auto Expo 2012 signalling the company’s plans to enter new segments.
XAα, one more compact SUV eyeing the urban users after the Ford EcoSport, combines ruggedness and ‘muscle’ – the traditional attributes of a Sports Utility Vehicle – with elegance, a certain finesse and compactness.
In XAα, the ‘Alpha’ represents trendiness and newness that the youth connect to. The ‘A’ signifies that this compact, 4 metre long concept, is designed for customers wishing to enter the utility vehicle …

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL), the country’s largest exporter and the second-largest car manufacturer, will make its global launch of its Concept Compact MPV, the HND-7 on  the opening day of the 11th Auto Expo starting January 5. Hyundai has not divulged anything about the MPV, HND-7.
The other attraction from the Hyundai house at the Auto Expo will be the three-door variant of the Veloster, a utility coupe. The Veloster comes with Hyundai’s new BlueLink system with automatic crash notifications, vehicle diagnostics, etc. The Veloster is powered by a 1.6-litre …