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Ford and Mahindra drop the joint venture.

29th March 2021
"Ford India decided to put a hold on the partnership to formulate a new strategy for India. But according to recent reports, Ford has completely ended the partnership with Mahindra."

Earlier this year two giant auto companies Ford Motors and Mahindra ended their alliance.

Ford and Mahindra had announced a joint venture last year. According to the agreement between the two companies, Mahindra was to acquire Ford’s operations in India while.

For would Mahindra enter international markets.

Ford India decided to put a hold on the partnership to formulate a new strategy for India.

But according to recent reports, Ford has completely ended the partnership with Mahindra.

Ford and Mahindra announced in October 2019 that they were going to form a joint venture in India to cut costs in the production of vehicles.

Their plans at the time included launching three new utility vehicles.

They were also planning to develop electric vehicles as well.

According to reports, Ford’s decision to terminate the venture was due to the company’s position being not too well in the Indian market.

Compiled by : Reviewer Raj Kapali

2020 Mahindra Thar BS-6 Unveiled; Launch In October : REVIEWS NEPAL

15th August 2020
"The 4x4 Icon Is Now A Contemporary, World-Class SUV."

The new-generation Mahindra Thar has been finally unveiled and the off-roader takes a quantum leap over the current model. The all-new offering is feature-packed, technology-rich and designed to meet the current and future safety and emission norms. The Thar will be made available in the AX and LX series. The new Mahindra Thar will be launched on October 2, 2020.

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All-New Thar Design

The All-New Thar stays true to the iconic 2-door silhouette but adds purposeful and contemporary touches and design elements to it. With a wider, better-balanced stance and a choice of hard top and convertible rooftop options, the All-New Thar imposes its presence wherever it goes.

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This design approach flows into the interiors as well. While retaining the commanding driving position that is an integral part of the Thar’s DNA, the All-New Thar has a completely redesigned interior that mirrors the robust, retro-styled cues of the Thar’s exteriors.

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The second-generation Thar is significantly bigger than its predecessor but will retain its boxy silhouette. Then there are the familiar elements like circular headlamps but they're now surrounded by LED DRLs which give the Thar an upmarket look and it's not overdone too. It gets LED tail lights, tailgate-mounted spare wheel and new 18-inch alloy wheels finished in black among others. 

All-New Thar Performance

The petrol is a 2-litre unit which churns out 150 bhp and 320 Nm while the diesel is a 2.2-litre unit making 130 bhp. · The car also gets new gearbox options: 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission & 6-speed manual transmission mated to an authentic manual shift-on-the-fly 4x4 transfer case. The AX Series will only be available with manual transmission on both the petrol and diesel, while the LX Series will see the diesel get a manual and automatic transmission but the petrol will only be available with an automatic.

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Off-Road Capability and Driving Experience

Rough trips demand tough vehicles. That’s why the All-New Thar has been built on a rugged 3rd Generation chassis and tested extensively in some of the harshest terrain in India and across the world. It has an all-new suspension setup that delivers the impossible: better off-roading capability, as well as superior on-road handling and drives quality. The All-New Thar is also equipped with advanced off-road hardware that seriously improves its capability to go wherever and do whatever the driver demands of it.

Everyday Comfort & Convenience Features 

The All-New Thar has been designed to provide amazing comfort & convenience in all driving conditions, be they off-road, on the highway or in the city. A special focus has been given to making the interior design as ergonomic as possible for all passengers, not just the driver.

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You now get a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, auto climate control, power windows, remote locking, dual front airbags, rear parking sensors and speed alert system among others are expected to be on offer as. 

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All-New Thar Safety 

While exploring the impossible, it’s best to stay as safe as possible. That’s why the All-New Thar is equipped with an excellent range of active & passive safety features to keep all passengers secure and out of harm’s way. 

Mahindra Thar received four-star ratings for both adult and child occupants.

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Crash-safety compliant bodyshell
First-in-Class ESP with Rollover Mitigation
First-in-Class Built-in Roll-cage with 3-Point Seat belts for all passengers
Dual Airbags & ABS
First-in-Class Hill Hold & Hill Descent Control
First-in-Class ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

All-New Thar available colours

Thar will be available in 6 colours, Red Rage, Mystic Copper, Napoli Black, Aquamarine, Galaxy Grey & Rocky Beige.

 

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