Auto Expo 2018 LIVE updates - Day 3: Scenes from Auto Expo, New Yamaha YZF-R3 unveiled, visitor guide
The Auto Expo 2018 opens doors to the general public today and we are expecting a huge turnout at the country's biggest automotive event. There's a lot of ground to cover and the list is HUGE! So if you are short on time, here's where you should head and what you should see.
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Overdrive's quick guide for Auto Expo 2018 visitors.
The Auto Expo 2018 opened doors to the general public today and we are expecting a huge turnout at the country’s biggest automotive event. There's a lot of ground to cover and the list is HUGE! So if you are short on time, here's where you should head and what you should see.
The country’s largest carmaker has displayed the all-new Swift, a car that people have been waiting to see for a long time. The car was launched yesterday at a starting price Rs 4.99 lakh
Maruti Suzuki India says the Concept Future-S is designed to reduce traffic congestion in India. The highlights will be design, head room, ride height and a commanding driving position.
A 4x4 electric SUV, the e-Survivor has four electric motors on each wheel. A spherical display inside the car gives the driver all the information he needs.
Honda Car India
The all-new Amaze is based on a new platform that offers a little more space despite measuring under four metres. The styling is fresh and so are the interiors. Should the Maruti Suzuki Dzire worry?
The 10th generation Honda Civic is showcased and will go on sale in India soon . It is Honda's largest selling model across the world. It looks sharp and modern and Honda says the interior reflects the same design language.
The new CR-V will also make it here and the highlight is the availability of a diesel engine with the new CR-V.
The Sports EV Concept is a two-seater sportscar, and was the showstopper at Honda's stall at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. Unveiled by Takahiro Hachigo at Tokyo, CEO, Honda Motor Company, the Honda Sports EV Concept is a retro looking all-electric sportscar that uses the same dedicated EV platform as the Urban EV Concept. With the Sports EV Concept, Honda has assured us that the change to greener tech will not mean the end of striking-looking automobiles
Toyota
The Yaris is Toyota's answer to the Hyundai Verna and the Honda City. It is available with a 1.5-litre petrol engine, for now. There are seven airbags as standard.
Mahindra
The Mahindra TUV Stinger is a drop-top SUV with the underpinnings of the Mahindra TUV300. However, M&M has not shared any other specifications for the Mahindra Stinger at the Auto Expo.
Mahindra and Mahindra has been teasing about an all-new premium SUV on their social channels. And now the company has showcased the new flagship SUV at the 2018 Auto Expo. The Indian automobile manufacturer has clearly mentioned that the new SUV will be a rebranded version of the G4 Rexton sold in the international markets. The all-new Mahindra SUV as not been named yet.
Tata Motors
Tata Motors has taken the wraps off the H5X. The radical concept previews a new SUV that is set to join Tata Motors’ line-up this year. The production version of the SUV will be the first Tata product to carry the new Impact Design 2.0 design language.
The 45X previews Tata's upcoming hatchback. It is based on a completely new platform and will take on the likes of the Hyundai i20 and Maruti Suzuki Baleno.
The Racemo is a two-seater sports car built on a wholly new modular platform called MOFlex MMS that could in the future also spawn hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs. It was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show 2017. Not too many sports cars come under 4 metres in length and especially ones with just a 1.2-litre Revotron engine that's mounted mid-ship!
Mercedes-Benz
The car is at the top of Mercedes-Benz's line of luxury cars and features a long wheelbase, handcrafted cabin and a host of other exclusive features. The Mercedes-Maybach S 650 is powered by a handbuilt, 6-litre, V12, biturbo motor. The motor produces 630PS and 1,000Nm.
Mercedes-Benz Concept EQ
The Electric Concept is the company's vision of what its future, all-electric SUV would looks like.
BMW
BMW i8 Roadster
The i8 Roadster is the open-top convertible version of the i8 coupe. The i8 Roadster is a plug-in hybrid and its powertrain develops a combined output of 374PS.
The 6 GT is the first GT car in the 6-series family and has been launched in India at Rs 58.9 lakh. The car features great cabin space, practicality and has been designed for long distance journeys.
The new generation M5 has a V8 engine and gets AWD, a first in the history of the BMW M5. It can be converted to a rear-wheel drive in the push of a button.
KIA
The Korean car makers displayed its entire range of vehicles but the most important is the SP concept SUV that previews the new SUV the KIA plans to launch in India.
The Kia SP Concept has, as SUVs go, a Peter Schreyer-designed bold front appearance with a long bonnet. The bold and sleek exterior design is matched to a sleek interior which Kia says "marries an advanced sensual style and dynamic sensibility at its core with a differentiated layout that enhances convenience.
TVS Zeppelin cruiser concept first look at Auto Expo 2018
The all-new TVS Zeppelin Cruiser concept will be the first cruiser offering from TVS. From the looks of it, the Zeppelin sports a similar power cruiser styling as seen on the Bajaj Dominar. The concept comes with a vertical LED headlamp, 41mm USD and a flat tracker styled handlebar. The instrumentation combines both digital as well as analog display showcasing the necessary trip and other details
http://overdrive.in/videos/tvs-zeppelin-cruiser-concept-first-look-auto-expo-2018/
Rishab from Team OD trying out Toyota’s sensor detection simulator at the Auto Expo 2018
Maruti Suzuki Swift being vertically brought in during the press conference
A customised version of the Honda X Blade 160cc motorcycle at the Auto Expo 2018. Watch a walkaround with Honda X Blade here.
Lohia Electric Scooters at Hall no. 6
Honda PCX Electric Concept Scooter with 2 replaceable batteries at the Hall no.6, Stand no. E-12
Honda PCX Electric Concept Scooter with 2 replaceable batteries at the Hall no.6, Stand no. E-12
The Vespa Elettrica scooter at the Piaggio stall at the Auto Expo 2018, Hall no. 2, stand no. E-40
Nozaki San from Yamaha Motor India flying high on the Yamaha YZF-R3
Nozaki San from Yamaha Motor India flying high on the Yamaha YZF-R3
Nozaki San from Yamaha Motor India showing off the new Yamaha YZF-R15
The Maruti Suzuki e-Survivor at Hall no.9, Stand no. N2 at the Auto Expo 2018. Here's a walkaround video with the Maruti Suzuki e-Survivor.
Mahindra Formula-E showcased!
The Toyota Prius PHV (Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle) at Hall no. 9, Stand no. N3
The Toyota FCV Plus at Hall no. 9, Stand no. N3
The Honda Sports EV Concept at Hall no.9, Stand no. – N 2 at the Auto Expo 2018
Freestyle MX at the Yamaha stall at the Auto Expo 2018. Always Spectacular!
The all-new Honda Amaze!
Hi-flying at the Auto Expo 2018!
Food on wheels at the Auto Expo 2018!
Here's what serving at the Auto Expo 2018!
New Yamaha YZF-R3 with dual-channel ABS launched in India at Rs 3.48 lakh
The 2018 Yamaha R3 does not feature any major mechanical upgrades to its 321cc parallel-twin engine. There are subtle changes and cosmetic upgrades to distinguish the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R3 from its previous iteration. Yamaha India has introduced the new 2018 Yamaha YZF-R3 in two new colour options - Yamaha Racing Blue, and Magma Black.
That's how the Yamaha YZF-R3 in Magma Black looks from the front!
That's the Yamaha YZF-R3 in Magma Black!
Yamaha YZF-R3: Metzeler radials and dual-channel ABS
The Yamaha YZF-R3 with ABS!
Here's the first look at the Yamaha YZF-R3!
The Yamaha YZF-R3 was unveiled by John Abraham. It is priced at Rs. 3.48 lakh, ex-showroom, Delhi. Bookings will open today! Delivery by month end
Here are the colour options for the Yamaha R3
Crowds gathering at the Yamaha Pavilion
The New Yamaha R3 will be launched with Dual Channel ABS and Metzeler M5 tyres. The Yamaha R3 will be priced at 3.48L, ex-showroom.
We're at the Yamaha stand at the Auto Expo 2018 awaiting the launch of the latest version of the Yamaha R3.
That's the TVS Zeppelin concept with a high-definition camera!
