News highlights of the day include Hyundai, Audi, BMW and Tata Motors.
Hyundai Venue – The compact SUV from Hyundai has received a healthy 4-star rating at ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). It has scored 91 percent for adult occupant protection, 81 percent for child occupant protection, 61 percent road user protection and 62 percent for safety assist.
Audi Q8 – The flagship SUV from Audi has received full 5-star safety rating at Euro NCAP. It has scored 93 percent for adult occupant safety, 87 percent for child occupant safety, 71 percent for vulnerable road users and 73 percent for safety assist system category. The car will be launched in India in January.
BMW iX3 – The electric SUV from BMW will commence production from 2021. The EV will offer a range of more than 440 km. It will come with an electric motor that produces 282 BHP and a peak torque of 400 Nm.
Tata Nexon EV – The compact SUV has been revealed today and it will be launched in January 2020. The bookings for the Nexon EV will commence from 20th December. The booking amount is Rs. 21,000/-.
Motor Trivia – Did you know, the Hero Honda CBZ was the first bike in India to have 5-speed gearbox with a 4 stroke engine.
Comment of the day – Priyanshu Dhiman – “Why does it have an orange rim? It was “The call of the blue” right? Irony well defined!”
