The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and the 2018 Audi Q5 Earn Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards

HERNDON, Virginia – The 2018 Audi A5 Sportback has been named winner of the 2018 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy in the luxury category, while the 2018 Audi Q5 takes the top honor among luxury SUVs and crossovers, in addition to receiving the 2018 Kelly Blue Book Best Auto Tech Award in the luxury category.

The annual Best Buy Awards from Kelley Blue Book, the leading provider of new and used vehicle information, recognize the top new model-year vehicle choices available in the U.S. market. The third annual Kelley Blue Book Best Auto Tech Awards honor models with the most advanced infotainment, convenience and active driver assistance features at a great value to car buyers.

KBB.com editors praised the A5 Sportback for its sleek styling, overall utility and slightly roomier feel on the interior. On the Q5, editors noted the refined driving experience, tech-friendly cabin and the refined exterior design.

“Audi is committed to producing vehicles that offer industry-leading technologies, refined design and efficient, yet powerful performance, and that provide an overall excellent value to our customers.” said Scott Keogh, president, Audi of America. “Having both the A5 Sportback and Q5 be recognized with a Best Buy Award is a further testament to that commitment.”

Audi A5 Sportback

The all-new 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, with a 2.0-liter TFSI® four-cylinder engine and an all-new seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch transmission, offers distinctive styling with excellent versatility and standard seating for five. With double the cargo capacity over the coupe and generous interior space, the A5 Sportback, featuring 35 cubic feet of storage with the seats folded, is a functional and sporty choice for customers. A three-dimensional aluminum decorative inlay trim surrounds the climate control integration, spanning from the door panels across the dashboard adding breadth and lightness. The available Bang & Olufsen® sound system with 3D sound offers an acoustic highlight in the interior, and the standard panoramic sunroof further illuminates the cabin.

Audi Q5

With the sporty performance of a sedan and versatility of an SUV, the all-new 2018 Q5 sets a new standard for the luxury SUV segment. Featuring exceptional driving dynamics, elevated design and improved interior space, the best gets better for the brand’s best-selling model. Featuring a redeveloped, all-new powertrain, the Q5 comes equipped with a 2.0-liter TFSI® four-cylinder engine and a seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch transmission. The exterior has been redesigned to feature enhanced lines including a flat, coupe-like roof line coupled with a strong, wave-design shoulder line and pronounced wheel arches which emphasize the standard quattro® all-wheel drive.

Both the A5 Sportback and Q5 offer the latest in Audi technologies, including the available Audi virtual cockpit, MMI® touch® with handwriting-recognition and newly available in-car Audi connect® infotainment and security features, supported by 4G LTE connectivity (where available). A full suite of advanced driver assistance systems, including standard Audi pre sense® basic and city, and available Audi adaptive cruise control with stop & go and traffic jam assist, help drivers navigate the road with confidence.

Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com has a dedicated 10-person editorial staff who collectively drive and review nearly every new vehicle on the road each year. The awards are the culmination of a year-long regimen of expert vehicle evaluation and testing of nearly every new vehicle available in America, along with analysis of a broad swath of vehicle-related data.

Source: Audi

Mahindra Drives in the Most Powerful Scorpio Ever

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.), India's leading SUV manufacturer, launched a new avatar of the Scorpio, its iconic SUV – the All-Powerful Scorpio. The new All Powerful Scorpio comes with higher power and torque, new 6-speed transmission, enhanced performance, imposing styling and luxurious comfort. It has been competitively priced at Rs. 9.97 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi, for S3 variant) and will be available in Mahindra dealerships across India with immediate effect. The new All Powerful Scorpio will be available in 6 variants, namely, S3, S5, S7 (120 bhp), S7 (140 bhp), S11 (140 bhp) & S11 (140 bhp with 4WD).

Speaking on the launch, Rajan Wadhera, President – Automotive Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said, "The Scorpio has pushed the boundaries for Mahindra and created new benchmarks for others ever since its launch in 2002. To see the Scorpio become the pride of over 6 lakh customers is a matter of pride. Today as we launch the New All Powerful Scorpio, we have further enhanced it's on=road presence while retaining its core DNA of power, thrill, and adventure. I firmly believe that the consumers will find the New All Powerful Scorpio a perfect companion for their thrilling and adventurous journeys."

Under the hood, the new Scorpio is powered by the mighty mHawk engine which has been enhanced to deliver higher power of 140 bhp and more torque of 320 Nm. Its enhanced low-end torque ensures a pleasurable city drive & abundant mid-range torque delivers a pleasurable highway drive.

Its new 6th generation Borg Warner Turbo Charger makes the drive peppy and responsive all through. The all-new easy shift 6-Speed Transmission optimizes performance, allows cruising on highways and saves fuel.

Its refinement in NVH ensures a quieter cabin. The vehicle’s new and more imposing exteriors add a whole new dimension, while faux leather interiors give it a more stylish and premium feel. Its new latest generation braking system with 9.1 Bosch ABS system offers enhanced high-speed braking and improved brake feel.

A dominant force in the SUV landscape since its launch in 2002, the Scorpio is a style statement and a symbol of adventure, power & thrill and the new All Powerful Scorpio will further take it to greater heights.

The new Scorpio comes with enhanced technology features like the new reverse parking camera with a dynamic assist, new 1-touch lane change indicator, and new auto window roll-up. It comes loaded with many advanced technology features like projector headlamps with static bending technology, 6-inch touch-screen infotainment with GPS, fully automatic temperature control, etc.

Scorpio’s tough chassis based SUV-build makes it safer than cars and gives it significantly better rough road & off-road capabilities. It is high on safety features with dual front airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS), collapsible steering column & side intrusion beams, panic brake indication, engine immobilizer, etc.

It will be available in multiple seating configurations allowing owners to choose from 7, 8 & 9 seater options to match their needs. It will be available at Mahindra dealerships starting November 14, 2017 in 5 attractive colour options, namely, new Pearl White (Only in S11), Diamond White (Except S11), Napoli Black, D Sat Silver, Molten Red and 6 variants - S3, S5, S7 (120 bhp), S7 (140 bhp), S11 (140 bhp) and S11 (140 bhp with 4WD)

New features and key enhancements in the new All Powerful Scorpio

Powerful Performance:

• Scorpio's signature thrilling drive with the iconic powerful mHawk engine:
  • Now delivers 103 kW (140 bhp) of power
  • New enhanced Torque of 320 Nm
    • Its enhanced low-end torque ensures a pleasurable city drive
    • Abundant mid-range torque delivers a pleasurable highway drive
• New 6th Generation Borg Warner Turbo Charger makes the drive peppy and responsive New easy shift 6-Speed Transmission optimizes performance, cruise on highways in overdrive and save fuel
• New Refinements in NVH result in a quieter cabin
• New latest generation braking system with 9.1 Bosch ABS offers enhanced high-speed braking and improved brake feel

Imposing, New Styling:

• New imposing front grille with chrome inserts
• New muscular alloy wheels
• New ORVMs with integrated side turn indicators
• New stylish fog lamps with a chrome bezel
• New impressive tailgate with chrome applique and an aeroblade wiper
• New sleek red lens LED tail lamps
• New redesigned footstep on the rear bumper
• New clear lens turn indicators and bold chrome highlights in the headlamps
• New skid plate
• New upper and lower grille mesh design
• New look air extractors

Premium Interiors with convenience Features

• New plush faux leather seats with faux leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear lever
• New roof mounted sunglass holder
• New mobile holder slot and bigger cubbyholes

Technologically Advanced Features

• New reverse parking camera with dynamic assist
• New 1-touch lane change indicator
• New auto window roll-up
• Projector headlamps with static bending technology and LED eyebrows
• 15cms (6”) touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth/ CD/ DVD/ USB/ Aux
• GPS navigation in 10 languages
• Driver information system
• Steering mounted audio & cruise controls
• Cushion suspension & anti-roll technology
• Shift-on-the-fly 4WD system
• Intellipark
• Electrically adjustable ORVMs
• Tyre-tronics
• Micro-hybrid technology
• Rain & light sensors
• Gear shift indicator
• Voice assist system

Safety Features

• Dual Airbags (Passenger + Driver)
• ABS
• Panic brake indication
• Collapsible steering column & side intrusion beams
• Engine immobilizer
• Anti-theft warning
• Seat belt reminder lamp
• Speed alert
• Auto door lock while driving

Source: Mahindra

Nissan announces U.S. pricing for 2018 Murano

Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2018 Murano, which is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide with a starting MSRP of $30,5501.

For the 2018 model year, Murano receives a number of significant enhancements, including:

• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW) standard on all grades
• Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) added as standard on SV grade
• Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) standard on SL grade and included in SV Premium Package (previously standard on SL and Platinum grades only)
• Revised center console design for improved accessibility and storage
• NissanConnectSM with Navigation – featuring Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, 8.0-inch color display with multi-touch control, SiriusXM® Traffic™ and SiriusXM® Travel Link™ (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately) – standard on all grades
• Motion-Activated Power Liftgate standard on SL & Platinum grades
• Dual Panel Moonroof standard on Platinum grade
• New SL Midnight Edition Package content
• SV Premium Package content now includes Intelligent Around View® Monitor (I-AVM), Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA)2, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC), Power Panoramic Moonroof, Bose® premium audio system with 11 speakers, heated front seats, heated outside mirrors and 18-inch Gun Metal aluminum alloy wheels
• New SL Moonroof Package added

The 2018 Murano is available in four well-equipped grades Murano S, Murano SV, Murano SL and Murano Platinum.

Source: Nissan

The 2nd edition of Tata Motors Global Service Camp to cover over 25,000 customers across 900 touchpoints in over 40 countries

In an endeavor to continuously provide best customer experience for its commercial vehicle range, Tata Motors today announced its second edition of its Global Service Camp, which will be held from November 21st to 23rd with a target to service over 25,000 commercial vehicles across 900 touch points in over 40 countries.

During the three-day long global service camp, commercial vehicle customers of Tata Motors can avail free comprehensive vehicle health check-ups, free labor and special schemes on lubes along with various value-added services. The company will also offer attractive discounts on Tata Genuine Parts and incentivize owners who report with their vehicle to the service camp. In addition, the camp will also offer ‘High Mileage’ Awards as a recognition for our customers.

Through the camp, customers can avail special pricing on the company’s range of commercial vehicles and experience some of Tata Motors’ new products and services. The service camp will also act as a platform for various training initiatives for drivers cum operators, introducing and briefing them on new commercial vehicle technologies, safety practices, and vehicle productivity.

Mr. Rudrarup Maitra, Head, International Business, Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors said, "With the immense success of the inaugural edition in 2016, we are excited to announce the second edition of Global Service Camp in 2017. This camp not only allows us to address the servicing needs of our customers’ vehicles but also gives us an opportunity to interact with all our stakeholders and assess their needs to better our product and service offerings going forward. It also serves as a good platform to strengthen our brand presence."

With the most extensive range of commercial vehicles arising from day-to-day needs, Tata Motors is among the top 10 truck and bus manufacturers globally. With vast global experience, the company brings a deep understanding of customer expectations from diverse markets and is well positioned to cater to the ever-changing automotive norms and commercial vehicle trends across the globe. The company continues to invest in its products and sales & service network with an aggressive customer-centric approach to anticipating customer requirements.

Source: Tata Motors

Do you require an Outdoor Air Purifying Equipment absolutely Free?

All of us have seen the worst few days of Smog & Pollution in Delhi. The levels of PM 10, as well as PM 2.5, were many times more than the prescribed norms. These PM 10, as well as PM 2.5, are very harmful to everyone, especially the Children & Elderly persons.

The Director of AIIMS has stated a few days ago, that almost 25000 - 30000 persons are killed every year, by the effects of Pollutants, in Delhi & NCR, though its an estimate as it is the silent killer. The Chicago University has mentioned in one of its studies, that the residents of Delhi & NCR are losing up to 6 - 9 years of their life due to pollution.

Keeping in mind the above facts, a company is now offering an Outdoor Air Purifying Equipment at very nominal cost. In case you don't want to pay anything, you can get it Absolutely Free, i.e. at No Cost to you, as in that case, it will carry an Advertisement of the Sponsoring company. The overall dimensions are height 4.5 Ft & Dia 3 Ft only.

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Audi best European brand in the Consumer Reports Reliability Survey 2017

Audi has been voted best European car brand for the sixth time in a row in the Reliability Survey run by Consumer Reports. The renowned U.S. consumer magazine runs this survey every year among its readers and publishes the results. Audi took fourth place in the 2017 overall ranking, ahead of all its European competitors.

Werner Zimmermann, Head of Quality Assurance at AUDI AG: “We are delighted with this result, which sends a strong signal to our customers: Quality is a core competence of the Audi brand.”

The annual Consumer Reports survey of all the magazine’s subscribers asks automobile owners to report problems encountered with their vehicles over the past twelve months. Information on the kind of damage, the resulting costs or the time taken to repair the vehicle are incorporated into the ranking. Consumer Reports takes into account data relating to the last three vehicle model years.

This year, Consumer Reports collected owner feedback on around 640,000 automobiles. The ranking from the Reliability Survey is taken together with the magazine’s test results to create an overall ranking of the test vehicles. All eight Audi models tested receive a buy recommendation in 2017: the Audi A3, A4, A6, A8, Q3, Q5, Q7, and TT.

Source: Audi

Honda Civic Type R Named Motor Authority’s 2018 Best Car to Buy

TORRANCE, Calif.: The Honda Civic Type R has been selected as the 2018 Best Car to Buy by Motor Authority, an honor it bestows on its single favorite luxury or performance vehicle that most strongly appeals to enthusiasts based on styling, features, acceleration, and handling. The Civic Type R was described by Motor Authority as "the most fun you can have in a front-drive car". With its muscular 2.0-liter VTEC Turbo® engine, short-throw 6-speed manual transmission,  race-bred chassis and rigid body, the Type R is the most powerful Honda ever sold in America.

Source: Honda

2018 Honda Accord Named as The Car Connection Best Car to Buy

The all-new from the ground up 10th-generation 2018 Honda Accord was recognized as the 2018 Best Car to Buy by Car Connection. This generation Accord is the most stylish, sporty and premium model in its 41-year history. The 1.5L Turbo went on sale Oct. 18 with the 2.0L Turbo arriving at dealerships next month and the Hybrid in early 2018. The Car Connection team of automotive expert editors selects Best Car to Buy winners by considering styling, performance, comfort and quality, safety, features, and fuel economy on a ten-point scale.

Source: Honda

All-new 2018 Nissan LEAF wins “CES 2018 Best of Innovation” award

first international honors for world’s best-selling EV

New York: The new Nissan LEAF was named "2018 Best of Innovation" winner at the annual "Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Unveiled" ceremony, presented by the Consumer Technology Association.

The award, given before a crowd of tech industry experts in New York, marks the first international award for the all-new zero-emission Nissan LEAF.

As confirmation of Nissan's leading investment in innovation, the Nissan LEAF 100% electric vehicle with ProPILOT Assist and e-Pedal technologies took the following honors:

• CES Best of Innovation award winner for Vehicle Intelligence and Self-Driving Technology
• CES honoree for Tech for a Better World

Each year, the Consumer Technology Association announces its CES Best of Innovation award winners as part of the buildup to the January CES in Las Vegas. Nissan and the association will put on a special display of the new Nissan LEAF at the 2018 show.

"It is a great honor to have this early and important recognition for the new Nissan LEAF," said Daniele Schillaci, Nissan's executive vice president for global marketing and sales, zero-emission vehicles, and battery business. "This award recognizes products and technologies that benefit people and the planet, so it is fitting that the new LEAF has been honored. It is more than just a car. It is the icon of Nissan Intelligent Mobility, our vision to move people to a better world."

The new Nissan LEAF brings a compelling package of everyday-useful innovations and technologies to more people worldwide than any electric vehicle has done before. The car is helping make the world a better place not only through innovation but also through accessibility to more people.

The new Nissan LEAF goes on sale in early 2018 at LEAF Certified Nissan dealers nationwide.

Source: Nissan

Clips introduces Selfie Scenes for immersive, 360-degree selfies on iPhone X

Cupertino, California — Apple today announced a major update to Clips, the free app for iOS that makes it easy to create and share fun videos using iPhone or iPad. Clips introduce Selfie Scenes and adds artistic style transfer effects and a redesigned interface that makes it easier than ever to create great videos on the go.

Selfie Scenes is an exciting new feature that places users into animated, 360-degree scenes when recording selfies. Using the sophisticated TrueDepth camera system on iPhone X, Selfie Scenes transports users into bustling cities, serene landscapes, abstract paintings and even the Millennium Falcon and Mega-Destroyer from “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.”

“Clips users love how quick and easy it is to create amazing videos on iPhone or iPad,” said Susan Prescott, Apple’s vice president of Apps Product Marketing. “And we’re making it even more fun with Selfie Scenes. By harnessing the incredible new TrueDepth camera system on iPhone X, users can now record selfies against a variety of fun and whimsical backdrops with just a tap.”

With Selfie Scenes, users can choose from 10 Apple-designed scenes, featuring unique locations, characters, colors and visual styles plus two scenes from “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” Each scene is a full 360-degree experience, so it surrounds users on all sides as they move iPhone X. And environmental sound effects make scenes even more immersive.

New artistic effects use advanced machine learning and style transfer technology to turn any photo or video into a moody oil painting, vibrant watercolor or elegant pencil sketch — in real time while recording. Clips also adds more content from Disney, including full-screen posters featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, as well as Star Wars stickers featuring animated versions of Princess Leia, Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Chewbacca, and others. Users can also add more personality to their Clips videos with 16 new Apple-designed stickers and 21 new royalty-free soundtracks from indie artists. And, as with all Clips soundtracks, these new tracks automatically adjust to match the length of videos.

The easy-to-use interface gets even better with a streamlined design that puts frequently used controls easily within reach. A new Effects browser lets users view and choose filters, labels, stickers, and emoji. Labeled buttons make it easier than ever to edit Live Titles, add or change filters, trim, mute and delete clips. And full-screen browsers allow users to see more of their content when viewing their photo library or selecting animated posters.

Source: Apple