Archive for April, 2009
IIHS DEBUTS NEW SUV ROOF STRENGTH CRASH TEST
There was a press release regarding the suv roof strength crash test where first preference was given to small SUV’s and the press report was- SUV ROOF STRENGTH IS FOCUS OF NEW RATING SYSTEM; 4 OF 12 SMALL SUVS EVALUATED EARN TOP MARKS The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) isn’t waiting around for the federal government to enact tougher roof strength standards for passenger vehicles instead it has created its own new category of roof strength standards that requires a strength-to-weight ratio of 4 times a SUV vehicle’s weight to earn the highest rating of good. Currently it has [...]

2009 - SUV buying guide
Over the years, since SUV’s have come up it has grown from fairly basic truck-based vehicles to include car-based crossovers, mid- and full-size SUVs and luxuriously appointed mansions on wheels. Today, if you want to buy a SUV you get really confused which one to go for which will actually work for you and would it be in your budget? Here we are to help you out with the BUYING GUIDE which would give you at least some knowledge about the SUV’s regarding there range and few highlighted features and the things that you should keep in mind before you [...]

SUV Review - KIA KND 4
Kia knd4 exteriorKIA KND 4 SUV unveiled for the first time in Los Angeles, Seoul Motor Show in 2007 to provide an idea of what next-generation Kia compact SUVs will be like. It is consumer appealing with its features and it removes the boundary between the city and outdoors to allow the driver to express his or her unique personality, freedom and an active lifestyle. This is the first Kia Suv vehicle to demonstrate the company’s renewed passion for Design & Technology and its ongoing commitment to making automobiles and SUVs that are both more stylish and technologically advanced. It has ‘The [...]

Ford Endeavour India
FORD ENDEAVOUR offers a genuine SUV experience and proclaims its SUV-truck roots with pride. It is a hugely functional SUV with serious off-road capability, especially in the all-wheel drive (AWD) version. For city driving, however, the 2-wheel drive variant would be a better choice. COLORS: The new dashing and sporty Ford Endeavor is available for sale in various colors such as panther black, diamond white and three brand new colors which are jeans blue, brush steel and mystic wine. PRICE: The price for its three newly launched diesel variants TDCi, 4×2 and 4×4 is around Rs. 14.50-15.50 Lacs. FEATURES AND [...]

GM preparing to make official bond exchange offer
DETROIT — General Motors Corporation is preparing to launch a public bond-exchange offer to wipe out most of its $28 billion unsecured debt by June 1 to avoid bankruptcy. President Barack Obama gave the company 60 more days to get the concessions it needs. GM spokeswoman Julie Gibson said “We have a large pool of people we need to reach, and the only way to do that is through a public offering.” The company has thousands of bondholders who must soon decide whether to participate in an offer and ensure they get at least a small amount of their investment [...]

Honda Pilot 2009 - SUV Review
The 2009 Pilot has been recognized as a “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, earning the best possible rating in IIHS frontal off set, side impact and rear crash-protection tests. This is what USA TODAY has to say about 2009 Honda Pilot “Handling that’s important to most people most of the time—maneuvering in tight spots and parking in crowded lots— was excellent because of a compact turning circle and good visibility.” COLORS AVILABLE: The colors available in 2009 Honda Pilot are Bali Blue Pearl, Billet Silver Metallic, Dark Cherry Pearl, Formal Black, Mocha Metallic, Nimbus Gray [...]

India SUV models comparision
Engine Capacity Ground Clearance Dimension (LxWxH) (In mm) Price Range ( Approx. ) Mileage (in Test Conditions) Max. Speed Special Features Chevrolet Captiva 2,400 cc 197 mm 4639 x 1849 x 1726 Rs. 18.00-15.50 Lac - - Stunning-sporty vehicle with specialized handling characteristics. Ford Endeavour 2499 cc 210 mm 4998 x 1789 x 1836 Rs. 14.50-15.50 Lac - - Dashing and sporty looks, 16″ alloy wheels, all Row AC ducts Ford Endeavour Thunder Plus 2953 cc 210 mm 4998 x 1789 x 1836 Rs. 17.50 Lac - - 16-valve DOHC 3.0 litre turbo-diesel TDCi engine offering 156PS at 3200 rpm. Honda CRV 2354 cc [...]

15 bullet proof SUVs proofed in a week
fordendeavourbullet-proofAs reported by The Indian Express: The bulletproofing industry is booming, with more and more politicians securing themselves from terrorists, Naxalites and other dangers. With the poll campaigning on, bulletproof SUVs demand has shot up. Last week alone, at least 15 SUVs, including Mitsubishi Pajeros, Toyota Land Cruiser Prados and Ford Endeavours SUVs belonging to political parties in Mumbai have been bulletproofed. The last to get a bulletproof shield was a BMW 7, said to be owned by a state cabinet minister. Small cars too are in the race. Two Maruti Gypsy vans were recently converted into bulletproof vehicles. However, [...]

Power to the People - Fuel cell SUVs
Several of my teammates have discussed various aspects of the Chevrolet Fuel Cell electric-powered Equinox so far; its importance as a research tool, how it performs, how to refuel it. We’ve enjoyed having it in our midst (and in our mitts) for the last week, and it still has another yet to go. Another interesting aspect of GM’s overall Fuel Cell Electric program is called Project Driveway. In other words, putting the technology to the test in public hands. Project Driveway reminds me of what Chrysler did with its Turbine car program four decades ago. Fifty of the lush, Ghia-designed [...]

Crysler rolls out SUV only afer government scolding
NEW YORK (AP) — Chrysler unveiled a new SUV at the New York International Auto Show on Wednesday, but a smaller vehicle grabbed a lot of attention: the Fiat 500 that brought Chrysler President Jim Press to the stage. “Wouldn’t that make a great new company car?” Press said as he stepped out of his subcompact ride. “We’re dreaming about the possibilities for the future.” Chrysler LLC needs those dreams to become reality quickly if the Auburn Hills, Mich., automaker expects to survive much longer. The Obama administration issued a scathing rejection of the company’s survival plan March 30 and [...]

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