According to a media report, the second-generation Maruti Ertiga will be launched on November 21, 2018. Production is reportedly underway with 100 units being produced daily.

The new Ertiga was launched in the Indonesian market earlier this year. Compared to the outgoing model, the MPV is longer and wider, while its wheelbase remains unchanged. It features a new grille flanked by twin-pod projector headlamps and a new front bumper that houses circular fog lamps. The new model gets L-shaped tail lamp clusters and a new bumper with integrated reflectors.

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Datsun has confirmed that the updated GO and GO+ will come with a touchscreen infotainment system, while safety features like ABS and airbags will be offered as standard.

The new models get an updated front fascia featuring a revised front grille and a new bumper with integrated LED DRLs. The cars get redesigned headlamps and dual-tone alloy wheels. The interiors have also been updated and the centre console now houses a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.

Both the GO and GO+ will be offered with a list of standard safety features which include ABS with EBD and brake assist, dual front airbags, rear parking sensors, driver seat belt reminder and follow-me-home headlamps.

Both cars are likely to be powered by the same 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that makes 67 BHP @ 5,000 rpm and 104 Nm of torque @ 4,000 rpm. The engine is expected to be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.

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Tata Motors is readying a mild update for its Tigor compact sedan. Currently, the Tigor is one of the slowest-selling models among the company’s new-generation cars, which also comprises the Tiago, the Nexon and the Hexa.

Tata Motors has released a first set of teasers that give a glimpse of what to expect from the updated Tigor’s exterior. The headlights get chrome inserts and the tail-lights get clear lenses on the top-bit, which give the car a more premium look. Additionally, the updated car will also debut a new paint shade.

On the inside of the car, sources tell us that at least the Tigor's top-spec trim could get a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system that doubles as a reverse camera display. This system is likely to be set-up with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

The Tata Tigor is available with two engine options – a 1.2-litre petrol mill and a 1.0-litre diesel motor. The petrol variant can be ordered with a 5-speed manual or AMT gearbox, while the diesel variant only has a 5-speed manual on offer.

The above updates are to help Tata motors get a bigger slice of the pie in the highly competitive compact sedan segment which includes popular models like the Maruti Suzuki Dzire and the new Honda Amaze.

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Peugeot has showcased its very own retro take on the future of mobility by introducing the e-Legend concept at the ongoing Paris Motor Show 2018. With autonomous tech at the heart of the design dynamics, the e-Legend seems like the right blend of futuristic tech and old school looks for an all-electric autonomous sports car.

At first sight, the e-Legend looks like a GT from the future brimming with nostalgia. With its uninhibited design, the concept’s styling re-interprets the popular 504 Coupé from the 70’s. As a result, what you get is a lightweight, athletic and chiselled shape that takes you right down the memory lane. Even the cab is arched towards the back with broad glazed surfaces, while the front and rear signature lights share the three, trademark claws. Peugeot has reinforced the nostalgia value of the concept by introducing it 50 years after the first 504 was sold.

The concept is powered by an all-electric powertrain, that can churn out a sizeable 340kW of power along with a hefty 800Nm of torque, taking the real-world performance close to Tesla territory. Its 100kWh battery pack is enough to last for upto 600km and Peugeot claims its fast charging tech can juice it up to 83 per cent in just 25 minutes. The top speed is capped at 220kmph and the e-Legend can clock the 0-100kmph sprint in under 4 seconds.

There are four driving modes available, including two autonomous and two manual modes on tap. Among the two autonomous modes, there’s a ‘soft’ mode for enhanced drive comfort with minimal connectivity and information display. The ‘sharp’ mode, on the other hand, is for maximum information exchange through the immersive 49-inch curved screen. Focal acoustics on board, along with the curved screen can reportedly provide a totally immersive experience for occupants in autonomous modes.

The two manual modes feature a ‘legend’ mode, with a dashboard reminiscent of the 504 Coupe’s triple dials for information display and a ‘boost’ mode for high-spirited performance.

The latest concept from Peugeot definitely provides us a glimpse into the future of the ever-changing mobility landscape. While not all the tech showcased in the concept would make it to production immediately, full marks to the French carmaker for the oomph the e-Legend oozes.

With its latest concept, Peugeot has also jumped on the autonomous bandwagon like its German peers such as Mercedes and BMW, which have also showcased their vision concepts earlier. And with these exciting new design philosophies, the future of mobility certainly seems bright.

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