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Auto Expo 2018, the bi-annual automobile extravaganza will be open for the public from 9 - 14 February this year. But for us media folks, the proceedings have already begun. [caption id=“attachment_4340293” align=“alignleft” width=“380”] Maruti Suzuki e-Survivor concept[/caption] The Auto Expo 2018 is expected to be a watershed year for the electric vehicle category in India. Greater Noida is hosting the 14th edition of the Auto Expo and while a lot of automakers have decided to stay away from the Expo, there are still enough brands to keep you excited. Among the notable brands who will not be present at this year’s Auto Expo are Audi, Datsun, Fiat, Ford, Jeep, Jaguar Land Rover, Nissan and Volkswagen for cars and among the bike makers we will not be seeing anything from Bajaj Auto, Royal Enfield and Harley-Davidson. Having said that, there is enough happening at the Auto Expo 2018 to keep the auto enthusiasts hooked. We are on the show floor in Noida and will bring you the latest updates, as they happen. Stay tuned to our live blog of the Auto Expo 2018.
Auto Expo 2018 Day 1 update: From concept cars to electric vehicles, here's everything that was announced at the event
We are on the show floor in Noida and will bring you the latest updates, as they happen. Stay tuned to our live blog of the Auto Expo 2018.
 "Auto Expo 2018 Day 1 update: From concept cars to electric vehicles, here's everything that was announced at the event")
Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar unveils the BMW 6 GT
“As always, fabulous,” says Sachin when asked about his first impressions
BMW i8 Roadster should make it to India by the end of the year
Here's the @BMW i8 Roadster which can go from 0-100 kph in 4.6 secs, has an all electric range of 55 km. Expected to launch in India later this year #AutoExpo2018 pic.twitter.com/XCmjPpqKgf
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
BMW i3s has been annonuced
The @BMW i3s is official. It comes with enhanced range of 280km per charge, does 0-100 kph in 6.9 secs. India launch being evaluated #AutoExpo2018 pic.twitter.com/1Ig8bxWYbW
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
The BMW i3s is official which goes from 0-100 kmph in 6.9 secs
The BMW F750GS is priced at Rs 12.7 lakhs and the BMW F850GS to cost Rs 13.7 lakhs. Delivery from mid-2018 onwards
BMW Motorrad F750GS & F850GS also unveiled
Here’s the 2018 Mini Countryman which will be Made in India
The 2018 Mini Countryman performance vehicle is locally produced. #MakeInIndia 2 ltr 4 cylinder Petrol engine. 192 bhp, 280nm torque.
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
190bhp 400nm Diesel engine Cooper SD. Avlbl later this year. pic.twitter.com/M28oKyWkYH
The Toyota Yaris sedan will arrive in May with a 1.5-litre engine in CVT and MT variants
Toyota has just unveiled the much-awaited Yaris sedan at Auto Expo 2018 with the Honda City in its crosshairs. The premium sedan has been launched previously in Asian markets as the Vios and the Yaris Ativ and has finally made its way to India.
The Yaris will be made available in two petrol-engine variants — a 1.5-litre dual VVT-i variant with six-speed manual transmission and another seven-speed CVT auto variant.
Read More hereHero debuts the XPulse concept adventure tourer in India
Hero unveiled the XPulse concept motorcycle at EICMA last year and it is again the company’s highlight at Auto Expo 2018. Making its debut in India, the off-roader is expected to be the successor to the Hero Impulse which goes on sale later this year.
Hero hadn’t mentioned any of the technical specifications of the XPulse the first time around, but we do have a couple of details confirmed now.
Read more hereMaruti’s offroad electric concept — the e-Survivor showcases the company’s working model for its coming generation of hybrid electric vehicles! 4WD and autonomous, connected and electric is the mantra behind e-Survivor
Here’s the Maruti Suzuki off-road electric SUV concept – the e-SURVIVOR
The roadmap to electric future is via hybrid technology
The roadmap to electric future is via hybrid technology says @Maruti_Corp. Deployment for Hybrid can take place immediately as all major components are available and will reduce fuel dependency. #AutoExpo2018 pic.twitter.com/rYQcl9u2m7
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Kenichi Ayukawa, MD and CEO of Maruti Suzuki on stage
“Concept e-Survivor symbolises outr commitment to eco-friendly cars. We will launch it in India in 2020. India wants a comprehensive ecosystem to support Electric Vehicles. We will build the vehicle charging infrastructure ourselves. The vision of green technology is not ‘import and assemble’ but to ‘Make in India’
The New G4 Rexton will be launched this year as a #Mahindra product. Rexton comes with a 7-spd automatic transmission and a 2.2Ltr, 178bhp, 420Nm Diesel engine.
The New G4 Rexton will be launched this year as a #Mahindra product. Rexton comes with a 7-spd automatic transmission and a 2.2Ltr, 178bhp, 420Nm Diesel engine. Ankit gives us a walkaround of the Rexton
Mahindra has also announced the G4 Rexton premium SUV which is expected to launch this year.
And here’s a dekko at the Mahindra flagship electric car E2O
Mahindra's flagship electric car E2O gets a facelift too. #E2Onext looks bigger and better. @MahindraRise @anandmahindra #AutoExpo18 pic.twitter.com/Gz5NYkTlL0
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
As we had said earlier, this Auto Expo is all about Electric Vehicles. And Mahindra, which has been a fore-runner in this segment, had something to show off as well
.@MahindraRise has unveiled two electric shared and personal mobility solutions called Atom & UDO. All electric cars. #AutoExpo18 pic.twitter.com/3fppWPBv2u
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Mahindra Rise is showing off a category first – the Stinger
.@MahindraRise showcases a concept car that's a category first. An SUV Convertible based on the TUV300. It's called #Stinger. #AutoExpo18 pic.twitter.com/jtVkFiQz1A
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Mahindra just unveiled the Stinger. We’d love to see this car on Indian roads, but unfortunately, it’s only a concept car right now.
The Toyota Yaris marks the company’s first entry into the executive sedan space. Will Toyota be able to take on the likes of the Honda City Go with this car?
Mahindra unveils the G4 Rexton SUV
.@MahindraRise unveils the G4 Rexton premium SUV. Made it Ssangyong but with Mahindra front grille and badging. #AutoExpo18 pic.twitter.com/btRmHC5THj
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Amber gives us his take on the monster that is the V-12 powered Maybach S650!
It’s Auto Expo 2018. Why wouldn’t you have autonomous robots dance to Gangnam Style?
If it’s a Korean car-maker, they’ve got to make robots dance to #GangnamStyle and of course @ankitv had to represent humans!
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Who do you think will win this dance-off? #Autoexpo2018 pic.twitter.com/jnZtj7Y1AJ
Here’s a first look at the Tata Jiago JTP
The TaMo Racemo concept car walk around
Here’s a quick recap of all that has happened so far at the Auto Expo 2018
Suzuki Motorcycles Burgman Street maxi-scooter unveiled alongside Suzuki GSX-S750 street fighter
At the ongoing Auto Expo 2018, Suzuki Motorcycles unveiled its all new Suzuki Burgman Street maxi scooter alongside the Suzuki GSX S750 naked roadster.
While the mighty Burgman is also available with a 638 cc engine, the variant unveiled for the Indian market will only feature a 125 cc capacity.
When launched in India, the Burgman will indeed become the first maxi-scooter offerings in the country with 14-inch wheels, a front visor shield and massive underseat storage.
Read more hereHyundai i20 2018 Facelift makes its debut at Auto Expo 2018
Here’s a better look at the Tata Motors 45X Concept premium hatchback
The future of premium hatchbacks looks sexy thanks to this concept by @TataMotors at #AutoExpo2018 . pic.twitter.com/Bu3RGa6g1Y
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Akshay Kumar came on stage in a Tata Intra commercial vehicle
And the #Padman @akshaykumar comes to congratulate @TataMotors on the new commercial vehicle #Intra. #AutoExpo2018 pic.twitter.com/2cxNbDHFVa
— Tech2 (@tech2eets) February 7, 2018
Tata Motors has also launched the 45X hatchback concept
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