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Audi unveils brand new luxury sedan A6 E-Tron
Automobile

Audi unveils brand new luxury sedan A6 E-Tron

  • Audi stole the show with the announcement of the concept car for the A6 E-Tron at the Auto Shanghai 2021.
  • Media reports suggest that the production-ready version of the A6 E-Tron will be launched by the end of 2022.
Published 20 Apr, 2021 05:07pm
Maserati introduces its Levante Hybrid
Automobile

Maserati introduces its Levante Hybrid

  • Levante Hybrid is Maserati's first SUV car. It comes with a four-wheel drive, new grille, and boomerang rear lights.
  • It has an Alfa Romeo sourced 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine combined with a 48V mild-hybrid system for 330bhp and 332lb-ft of torque.
Updated 20 Apr, 2021 02:24pm
Kia unveils its highly anticipated ‘EV6’
Automobile

Kia unveils its highly anticipated ‘EV6’

  • It uses two motors to produce a combined 430kW, or roughly 576 horsepower, and can go from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour (62 mph) in just 3.5 seconds.
    • The EV6 can put out up to 3.6kW of power — enough to power a 55-inch TV and an air conditioner for more than 24 hours, Kia says.
Published 30 Mar, 2021 04:44pm
Honda yet again increases bike prices in Pakistan
Automobile

Honda yet again increases bike prices in Pakistan

  • After the hike, Honda’s top-of-the-chain CB150F will cost for Rs252,900.
  • The country’s top selling motorcycle Honda CD70 also saw its price move up by Rs1,000. It will now be selling for Rs82,900. The company jacked up CD70 Dream price by Rs1,000 and it can now be bought for Rs88,900.
Updated 29 Mar, 2021 06:19pm
Proton SAGA releasing in Pakistan next month
Automobile

Proton SAGA releasing in Pakistan next month

  • The car is likely to be launched in five variants. However, the company only sells four variants internationally – Standard MT, Standard AT, Premium AT and Limited Edition R3MT.
  • The sedan would have a 1299cc engine, which the company has downsized from the original size, especially for the Pakistani market.
Updated 29 Mar, 2021 03:31pm
Is MG Extender coming to Pakistan?
Automobile

Is MG Extender coming to Pakistan?

  • The car which debuted earlier this week is based on the Maxus T90.
  • The twin-turbo mill offers 160kW and 500Nm together with an eight-speed ZF automatic, making it more suited to compete against the likes of segment leaders such as the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger.
Published 26 Mar, 2021 07:24pm
Toyota, Subaru to unveil new car on April 5 together
Automobile

Toyota, Subaru to unveil new car on April 5 together

  • Both automakers have been working together for a long time. The first joint development effort from the two companies was with the Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86 sports cars.
  • At the moment, the only information available is that Toyota’s Gazoo Racing team will be involved in the upcoming unveiling event.
Published 26 Mar, 2021 05:44pm
Price of Hyundai Elantra revealed
Automobile

Price of Hyundai Elantra revealed

  • The sedan is launched with an aim to give tough competition Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic.
  • 2,000cc under the hood also gives Elantra a slight edge over its competitors, which are available in 1800cc engine sizes.
Published 22 Mar, 2021 04:52pm
China's SAIC partners with U.S. lidar maker Luminar on self-driving cars
Automobile

China's SAIC partners with U.S. lidar maker Luminar on self-driving cars

  • Laser-based lidar sensors help detect objects ahead of and around the vehicle, and are a key component of many self-driving systems being developed by automakers and suppliers.
  • SAIC plans to install Luminar’s lidar sensors and software next year on its new R brand vehicle line and said it expects to standardize the equipment eventually across all its vehicles in China.
Updated 22 Mar, 2021 02:12pm
Two new SUVs coming to Pakistan
Automobile

Two new SUVs coming to Pakistan

  • The company will launch two HAVAL SUVs – HAVAL H6 and HAVAL Jolion.
  • CBU units of Jolion will reach Karachi for trials and testing by the end of March. Sample units of H6 will arrive by the mid of April.
Published 20 Mar, 2021 04:12pm
Is MG planning to introduce hybrid SUV in Pakistan?
Automobile

Is MG planning to introduce hybrid SUV in Pakistan?

  • The company tweeted an image of its’ plug-in hybrid variant of HS named MG HS PHEV stating: “This is an automobile that will refine all the values of life!”
  • The car would have a 1500cc Turbocharged engine as well as a charging port like electric vehicles.
Updated 12 Mar, 2021 03:39pm
Changan’s CX70T spotted in Karachi
Automobile

Changan’s CX70T spotted in Karachi

  • The car was displayed at Pakistan Autoshow 2019, but hasn’t got to hit the road yet.
  • The SUV has a premium and elegant look. It has two-toned leather interior is also a pleasant surprise, generous amount of space, headroom and legroom in all three rows.
Updated 11 Mar, 2021 05:20pm
Production model of Civic 11th Generation leaked online
Automobile

Production model of Civic 11th Generation leaked online

  • The leaked car wears China market badges including a “240 Turbo” one, which is used to denote the 1.5L VTEC Turbo engine with 240 Nm of torque.
  • The car also matches pearl red “Honda Civic Prototype” that was revealed in November 2020.
Published 11 Mar, 2021 02:58pm
Get ready for ‘Fortuner 2021’
Automobile

Get ready for ‘Fortuner 2021’

  • Company has already started booking for the facelift version of the Toyota Fortuner at partial payment of Rs. 3,000,000 as current models –Toyota Fortuner Petrol (V), Fortuner Petrol (G), and Fortuner SIGMA 4 Diesel – completely ran out.
  • Pricing has not been revealed by the company yet but it is expected that it would cost approximately up to 5% more and for Fortuner V, up to 15% due to conversion from 4x2 drivetrain to 4x4.
Published 09 Mar, 2021 04:46pm
New ways of the new age
Automobile

New ways of the new age

  • This car financing mode has proven to be successful in giving more and more people from different socio-economic classes the power of buying and eventually owning a new car.
  • One of the major automobile OEM is offering special financing deal on All New Alto AGS & WagonR VXL, you will be saving up to Rs. 159,577* on the complete amount.
Updated 10 Mar, 2021 02:26pm
Kia teases its first electric car EV6
Automobile

Kia teases its first electric car EV6

  • The car first appeared in January, when Kia outlined its seven-year EV plan to release seven dedicated models by 2027.
  • A video accompanying the release of images gives away a little more, in particular the lighting on the rear that features a red striped set of LED that run to meet a lower L-shaped orange light.
Published 09 Mar, 2021 02:47pm
MG addresses late delivery of booked cars issue
Automobile

MG addresses late delivery of booked cars issue

  • Company has already booked thousands of orders for both cars, however it is facing issues with the delivery of these booked cars.
  • As per the company’s statement, car deliveries are late because of the consequences of the global COVID-19 pandemic: supply chain constraints and global transportation crisis.
Updated 04 Mar, 2021 04:53pm
Javed Afridi teases MG3 yet again
Automobile

Javed Afridi teases MG3 yet again

  • The MG3 is a 1500cc subcompact hatchback, which features a 1.5 litre engine with a 5 speed manual and a 4 speed automatic transmission.
  • Last month, Afridi posted a video of the vehicle and asked public about its price.
Updated 03 Mar, 2021 02:27pm
Suzuki to introduce new Swift latter this year: report
Automobile

Suzuki to introduce new Swift latter this year: report

  • The current model is about 11-year-old and reports suggest that in August this year it will finally be discontinued and would be replaced by its newer version.
  • In the second quarter of the year, the company may introduce the new Swift and the car would be available for sale by the end of this year.
Updated 02 Mar, 2021 05:57pm
Hyundai Elantra all set to debut in Pakistan within days
Automobile

Hyundai Elantra all set to debut in Pakistan within days

  • The car is expected to cost between Rs3.6million to Rs4million and it is expected to compete against Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.
  • The car is expected to pack a 1.6L Naturally Aspirated 4-Cylinder Petrol Engine. The engine produces 122hp and 156Nm of torque, mated with 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed Automatic transmission.
Updated 02 Mar, 2021 05:16pm
Piaggio, KTM, Honda and Yamaha to create swappable batteries consortium
Automobile

Piaggio, KTM, Honda and Yamaha to create swappable batteries consortium

  • “The aim of the consortium will, therefore, be to define the standardised technical specifications of the swappable battery system for vehicles belonging to the L-category - mopeds, motorcycles, tricycles and quadricycles,” said Honda.
  • The consortium, which will start operating in May and is open to all investors interested in joining, aims to define standard technical specifications for swappable batteries for mopeds and motorcycles, Piaggio said.
Published 01 Mar, 2021 02:31pm
Nissan makes breakthrough with engine in reducing CO2 emissions
Automobile

Nissan makes breakthrough with engine in reducing CO2 emissions

  • The development would improve fuel consumption by 25% over the 40% thermal efficiency level in the upcoming e-POWER engine, the company said.
  • Toshihiro Hirai told reporters that the automaker is maximising the thermal efficiency of e-POWER in order to reduce CO2 emissions while driving.
Updated 26 Feb, 2021 05:07pm
The all new KIA Sorento enters the Pakistani market
Automobile

The all new KIA Sorento enters the Pakistani market

  • KIA’s “Powerplay” testing event kicked off with car fanatics and content creators as they took the Sorento through extreme scenarios.
  • KIA Sorento’s 2.4L FWD, 2.4L AWD and 3.5L FWD variants are expected to launch at a price of Rs. 7 million, Rs. 8 million and Rs. 8.4 million respectively.
Updated 24 Feb, 2021 04:17pm
Regal Automobile offers compensation over late delivery of Glory 580 Pro
Automobile

Regal Automobile offers compensation over late delivery of Glory 580 Pro

  • As compensation, the company has offered free maintenance of 1 year or 12,000 kilometers (which comes first) as a goodwill gesture.
  • As per the company, one year or 12,000kms maintenance which includes three oil changes, three oil filters change, one air filter change and free periodic maintenance at 1000kms, 5000kms and 10,000kms (Labor only).
Updated 22 Feb, 2021 02:16pm
Javed Afridi teases MG3, expected to cost under Rs2 million
Automobile

Javed Afridi teases MG3, expected to cost under Rs2 million

  • MG3 is a 1500cc subcompact hatchback. It is available in the international market in its 2nd generation.
  • Afridi first asked on twitter to suggest a price for this MG hatchback in Pakistan. Later, he joined the conversation with a price tag of less than Rs2 million.
Published 20 Feb, 2021 03:47pm
Jaguar Land Rover unveils plans to go 100% electric
Automobile

Jaguar Land Rover unveils plans to go 100% electric

  • The Tata Motors-owned group’s strategy - internally referred to as “Reimagine” - comes as car groups worldwide accelerate moves towards fleets powered by electric and other green technologies.
  • Land Rover will add six pure electric variants in the next five years and future Jaguar models will be built exclusively on a pure electric architecture, JLR said.
Published 15 Feb, 2021 04:20pm