Wednesday 20 February 2013

47th Statesman Vintage & Classic Car Rally


Ford Endeavour Alterrain Edition Launched


Ford India has launched a new version of its Endeavour SUV called the Alterrain Edition to mark their collaboration with the National Geographic Channel for a new adventure driving series called MyEndeavouralterrain. 

Priced at Rs 23.20 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) the Ford Endeavour Alterrain Edition will only be available in the top-of-the-line 3.0 litre 4X4 automatic variant featuring cosmetic enhancements such as a nudge bar at the front, a roof rail tray, new alloy wheels, an external rear mounted reversing mirror, a chrome tipped tail pipe and a rear spoiler. 

As a part of the Ford-National Geographic Channel initiative, five Ford Endeavour Alterrain Editions will be driven across various parts of the country by five distinct personalities that include boxing Olympian Vijender Singh, film maker Nagesh Kukunoor, writer Chetan Bhagat, actor Gul Panag and actor Rajeev Khandelwal. 

Ashok Leyland Luxura Magical India bus introduced


Commercial vehicle maker Ashok Leyland has introduced a nine seater luxury coach called the Luxury Magical in association with India automobile design house DC. 

The platform of the luxury bus has been provided by Ashok Leyland while DC has deigned the interiors for a luxury atmosphere. The interiors of the Luxura Magical India bus can seat nine people and is equipped with two LCD televisions, a stereo, reading lights, power sockets, a kitchen with a coffee machine and microwave, a bathroom and even an on-board spa area for two individuals with trained therapists. 

The Ashok Leyland Luxura Magical India bus is powered by a 228PS diesel engine that drives the rear wheels of the coach. The bus features air suspension for a comfortable ride to deliver that luxury experience.