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Ford Figo, Figo Aspire to get touchscreen infotainment system

Growing demand for touchscreens has prompted Ford to develop system for future models; expected to be introduced on the facelifted Figo siblings.
1 min read30 Jun '16
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Ford has begun development of a new touchscreen infotainment system for its upcoming models. Ford’s decision to develop a new touchscreen system comes on the back of growing demand for touchscreen systems in cars across all segments.

The new touchscreen system is likely to be introduced on the facelifted Figo and Figo Aspire which are expected to make their debut in 2018 following which, it will be introduced in other new models from the company. The new touchscreen system could mean a redesigned dashboard for the Figos as the current infotainment display housing is located too far away for touch access.

Ford Figo, Figo Aspire to get touchscreen infotainment system The new touchscreen system will replace the current infotainment system available on the top spec models.

The popularity of touchscreens infotainment systems has been on the rise in recent months and has become a deciding factor for many buyers. Renault’s Kwid is the cheapest car to feature the system in India and of the cars the Figo and Figo Aspire compete with, Tata’s Bolt and Zest and Volkswagen’s new Ameo can also be had with touchscreens.

Suzuki Motor Corp appoints Toshihiro Suzuki as CEO

Decision at the annual shareholder’s meeting comes as the carmaker aims to recover from the fuel-efficiency cheating scandal.
1 min read29 Jun '16
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Aston Martin and Red Bull hypercar to debut on July 5, 2016

The official launch of the AM-RB 001 hypercar is set for mid-2018; will feature a mid-engined petrol-hybrid powertrain with borrowed tech from F1 cars.
2 min read29 Jun '16
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The Range Rover Evoque, in its natural habitat

We take the Range Rover Evoque through mud, rain, rivers and rocks, its natural habitat.
2 min read29 Jun '16
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BMW X1 vs Audi Q3 vs Mercedes GLA comparison

It’s BMW versus Audi versus Mercedes-Benz once again. This time around it’s their compact SUVs that are at each other’s throats.
4 min read29 Jun '16
Nikhil BhatiaNikhil Bhatia

Neat dashboard is typical BMW fare. Orange ambient lighting is very well executed.

Front seats good but not great.

Second row easily the most spacious here.

6.5-inch central screen is easy to navigate through. Top M Sport car gets larger 8.8-inch unit.

X1’s boot is large as is and space can be increased by sliding the rear seat forward

Q3’s dashboard is simple in design but aluminium accents help jazz up the appearance.

Large front seats offer good all-round support.

Rear seat is comfy but is best for two.

Audi’s MMI system is user-friendly but the interface has started looking a bit dated now.

You can store plenty of luggage in the Q3’s large and well-shaped boot

GLA dash has its nice details but the centre screen seems like an afterthought.

Low driving position least SUV-like.

Cabin roomier than it looks but rear squab short.

Merc’s 5.7-inch screen is the smallest here and the low-res graphics don’t help either.

GLA’s spare wheel sits in boot and occupies a lot of usable luggage space.

Updated Porsche 911 range launched in India at Rs 1.42 crore

The facelifted 911 Carrera range gets a new turbocharged 3.0-litre flat-six engine; Turbo range gets more powerful 3.8-litre engine.
2 min read29 Jun '16
Hari MenonHari Menon