Riding high on festive demand, Bajaj Auto sold more number of two wheeler compared to HMSI (Honda Motor Scooter India Ltd.) in a single month after April 2012. In the month of October 2012, Bajaj Auto sold more than 2,62,000 units of motorcycle in the domestic market compared to 2,32,000 units of two wheeler sold by HMSI. Bajaj Auto sold 13% more two wheeler compared to HMSI in the month of October 2012, which is a very healthy margin. [click to continue…]
The British motorcycle brand, Triumph revealed their much anticipated and long-awaited replacement for the Daytona 675 and the Daytona 675 R sportbikes at the EICMA Motorcycle Show, 2012. The 2013 versions get new engines of an over square design with increased bore and a shorter stroke. These changes will result in the bike delivering more top end performance, albeit at some compromise of bottom end power delivery. A shorter stroke also means you can rev the engines to very high RPMs, making it sportier. Although the exact bore and stroke values have not been revealed by the company, the total displacement effectively remains at 675cc. [click to continue…]
There is little doubt that Yamaha Motor India has been very active with the promotion of its latest gearless scooter, the Yamaha Ray. In a special promotional campaign since 1st of November, Yamaha had organized a group of 6 young women who traveled on Ray scooters through schools, colleges, malls and shopping complexes for a period of nine days showcasing the scooter and spreading awareness among the users about the product. Doing all this has really paid off for the company. Yamaha made a total sales of 10,000 units out of which 35% were the Ray scooters alone. [click to continue…]
Among the Japanese motorcycle players in the Indian market, Suzuki has been the most dormant among all. Post the GS150R launch, which, to be noted, happened way long back Suzuki has not added any additional motorcycle models to their Indian product line-up inspite of having some great products. Sometime ago, with competitor manufacturers becoming very active in the 250cc segment, rumors started floating around that Suzuki also might bring in their 250cc model, the GW250. Suzuki also made some statements which hinted at a bigger displacement motorcycle coming to India but no concrete piece is available till date. [click to continue…]
Country’s largest scooter selling company HMSI (Honda Motor & Scooter India Ltd.) recorded 50,000+ units retail sales of scooters and motorcycles on the day of Dhanteras. This is the highest number in the company history and second highest performance in the two wheeler segment after Hero Moto Corp this year. The company has registered growth of 138% compared to last year Dhanteras when it sold 21,000 units of scooters and motorcycles. Most of company’s dealership in north and central India faced out of stock situation by late evening of Dhanteras. [click to continue…]
Honda Motor Corporation has unveiled six new upcoming bikes at the 2012 EICMA Show in Milan, Italy. Honda’s six new models include CB500F, CBR500R, and CB 500 X, CBR600RR, NSS300 Forza and Gold Wing F6B. The most exciting launches are trio of CB500F, CBR500R and CB500X. All three shares similar engine but each has different style. Here are the Honda’s classification for each type.
The EICMA 2012 show is finally happening and I am sure you have been expecting some cool machines to be showcased by the motorcycle manufacturers. One of the highly anticipated models at the EICMA 2012 has been the Super Duke 1290. KTM had also released some teaser images prior to the commencement of the show to boost the already present hype around the bike. And now, KTM has finally showcased the model. Here it is! Welcome to the 1290 Super Duke. And the bike looks like a damn mean machine in a good way. No second thoughts or different opinions about that for sure. The bike showcased by KTM at the show is however not a full fledged production model, but rather a prototype that might see the likes of production very soon. I am sure it will do.
Fastest Cars In The World: Top 10 List 2012-2013
1. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport: 267 mph (429 km/h), 0-60 in 2.4 secs. Aluminum, Narrow Angle 8 Liter W16 Engine with 1200 hp, base price is $2,400,000. Although the Bugatti Veyron lost the title to SSC Ultimate Aero on March 2007, Bugatti challenge the record in Germany on July 10, 2010 with the new 2010 Super Sport Version and the Veyron once again claims the title of the fastest car in the world at 267 mph. The original Bugatti Veyron has a top speed of 253 mph, priced at $1,700,000 and equipped with 1001 hp.
#2 is a tie at 260 mph!2. Hennessey Venom GT: 260 mph (418 km/h), 0-60 in 2.5 seconds, has a 6.2-liter LS9 Turbocharged V8 Twin Turbo V8 Engine producing 1200 hp, has a price tag of $950,000. The Venom GT has yet to be tested and proven, but could possibly hit a top speed of 275 mph. This might just be the Veyron Super Sport's closest competitor!
2. Koenigsegg Agera R: 260 mph (418 km/h), 0-60 in 2.9 secs. 5.0-liter V8 Engine with twin turbo’s, housing 1099 hp. Base price is $1,600,000. If you're into snow sports, the Agera R can be fitted with a Ski Box as well as winter tires, not that I would take one on a ski trip or anything like that. While the Agera R has a massive theoretical top speed, the current tested top speed is 260 mph. Expect this snow car to be the Bugatti's arch enemy for the next 5 years.
Also a tie for #3.
3. SSC Ultimate Aero: 257 mph (413 km/h), 0-60 in 2.7 secs. Twin-Turbo V8 Engine with 1183 hp, base price is $654,400. Tested in March 2007 by Guinness World Records, The SSC Ultimate Aero was the fastest car in the world from March 2007 to July 2010. On March 2011, the Koenigsegg Agera R also surpassed it, forcing this American made car to the #3 spot. Shelby SuperCars will continue their quest to reclaim the fastest car title, and their new SSC Tuatura might do the job (we'll just have to wait).
3. 9ff GT9-R: 257 mph (413 km/h), 0-60 in 2.9 secs. 4.0 Litre V6 Twin-Turbo Engine with 1120 hp, base price is $695,000. Based on the Porsche 911, the 9ff GT9-R 1120 hp version is limited to 20 units and the exterior may be modified to suit the owner.
4. Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo: 248 mph (399 km/h), 0-60 in 2.8 secs. Twin Turbo All Aluminum V8 Engine with 750 hp, base price is $555,000. Smooth and bad-ass. It will make you want to show it off non-stop.
5. Koenigsegg CCX: 245 mph (394 km/h), 0-60 in 3.2 secs. 90 Degree V8 Engine 806 hp, base price is $545,568. Made in Sweden, it is the older brother of the Agera R, only losing to 4 other supercars in the world.
6. McLaren F1: 240 mph (386 km/h), 0-60 in 3.2 secs. BMW S70/2 60 Degree V12 Engine with 627 hp, base price is $970,000. The fastest car in the 20th century with doors that looks like bat wings. Maybe Batman needs to order one and paint it black
7. Zenvo ST1: 233 mph (374 km/h), 0-60 in 2.9 secs. Twin-Charged 7.0 liter V8 Engine forging 1,104 hp. Base price: $1,225,000. The first Supercar from Zenvo Automotive, a Danish sports car company in pursuit of speed and perfection. This 100% Danish made supercar is limited to 15 units and the company even promised "flying doctors" to keep your baby functioning.
There is a tie for 8th place at 225 mph.
8. Gumpert Apollo: 225 mph (362 km/h), 0-60 in 3.0 secs, 4.2 liter V8 Engine that houses 650 hp. Base price: $450,000. Gumpert claims that the Apollo was designed such that it could drive upside-down in a tunnel with speeds at 190 mph or above. Of course, no one has tested this yet.
8. Noble M600: 225 mph (362 km/h), 0-60 in 3.7 secs. Twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 Engine with 650 hp. Base price is $330,000. The Noble M600 also happens to be a very cool car. Its inconspicuous design sports a slender and contoured body which does not scream out for attention at every second of the day.
There is a 3-way tie for #9!
9. Aston Martin One-77: 220 mph (354 km/h), 0-60 in 3.4 secs. 7.3 litre V12 Engine with 750 hp. Base price: $1,850,000. The production of this is limited to 77, hence the name One-77. This is beauty and power packed into One.
9. Ascari A10: 220 mph (354 km/h), 0-60 in 2.8 secs. 5.0 litre BMW V8 S62 Engine with 625 hp. Base price: $650,000. The company planned to produce 50 of these supercars at its factory in Banbury, England.
9. Lamborghini Aventador: 220 mph (354 km/h), 0-60 in 2.9 secs. V12 Engine with 700 hp, base price is $379,700. According to Lamborghini, Aventador is the name of a Bull that entered into battle at the Saragossa Arena on October 1993. This is the fastest bull in the world!
We have another 3-way a tie for 10th place:
10. Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster: 217 mph (349 km/h), 0-60 in 3.4 secs. Twin turbocharged AMG V12 engine that produces 678 hp. Base price is $1,850,000. The Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster is a limited-edition, with five ever produced. It is the quintessential exotic and exclusive supercar.
10. Ferrari Enzo: 217 mph (349 km/h), 0-60 in 3.4 secs. F140 Aluminum V12 Engine with 660 hp, base price is $670,000. Only 399 were ever produced; the price goes up every time someone crashes.
10. Jaguar XJ220: 217 mph (349 km/h), 0-60 in 3.8 secs. Twin Turbo V6 Engine with 542 hp, base price was $650,000. Made in 1992, this car still has what it takes to make the list.
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