Tata Motors: The Story Of Epic Journey

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TATA Receives Order for 320 fully built CNG buses

Tata Motors today started supplying Tata Marcopolo fully-built, front-engine CNG buses, to route-cluster 2, under the Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System (DIMTS) Ltd. cluster scheme. The company has received an order for 320 such buses.

Mr. Ravi Pisharody, Executive Director, Commercial Vehicle Business Unit, Tata Motors Ltd. said, "With the introduction of the Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV fully-built, front-engine CNG buses, Tata Motors will comprehensively address the burgeoning need of the residents, with a comfortable and convenient offering, with the least CO2 emissions. Tata Motors has always been at the forefront in revolutionising passenger transportation, and has closely worked with the New Delhi transport authorities, for many years, to further increasing use of public transport."

Meant for city passenger transportation, the Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV fully-built, front-engine bus has been designed as per city transportation needs, with comfortable entry and exit, ergonomically designed seats and generous saloon space. In addition, destination display boards and public address systems have been provided to enhance the convenience for the passengers.
The BS IV compliant, Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV drive-train is driven by a 96 kw TATA 5.7 SGI Bharat Stage IV engine, a break-through in terms of technology and reliability. The bus has been mated with a GBS 40 gearbox for higher fuel efficiency, 330 mm diameter clutch for enhanced life, and Heavy Duty Forged-I beam, and Reverse Elliot front-axle for better maneuverability. All this translates into superior performance.

Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV fully-built, front-engine bus not only stands for world class design, assured reliability and superior performance, but also spells high on safety. CNG leak and fire detection systems in the engine compartment and road-speed limiter are some of the other features that ensure better safety for passengers.

 

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ata Motors hatches Indonesia drive for cars, trucks

Tata Motors will assemble cars and trucks in Indonesia, expecting the country to be its biggest market outside India down the road.

The company has been exploring the idea of assembling the vehicles in Indonesia for over a year now.

TaMo did not share capacity and investment plans, or the exact location, but in a statement said the assembly plant will go on stream next year.

Ratan Tata, the outgoing chairman of the company, had last year hinted that TaMo will start assembling the Nano in Indonesia.

However, in its statement on Tuesday, the company did not clarify on the specific models it plans to assemble.

The multipurpose vehicle segment is the largest in Indonesia. The hatchback segment, though still very small, is growing fast and that is where we want to place our product, Biswadev Sengupta, CEO of Tata Motors for Indonesian operations, told the Jakarta Post.

Ravi Pisharody, executive director (commercial vehicles) of Tata Motors, said in a statement, “Based on customer feedback, we will progressively introduce relevant passenger and commercial vehicles, backed by appropriate distribution and service infrastructure such that we are closest to our customers.”

Indonesia is the biggest automobile market in the Asean region and the company is also evaluating options for setting up a manufacturing base in Indonesia to serve the country and the Asean region. “Significant investments will also be planned for component localisation,” the company said. Tata Motors will operate through its wholly owned Jakarta-based subsidiary, PT Tata Motors Indonesia.

The Indonesian market continues to grow at a fast pace despite a global slowdown in the automobile sales.

Car sales rose 28% to 535,048 units in the first six months of the current calendar year compared with 417,672 in first half of 2011. Indonesia’s domestic car sales rose 45% in June from a year ago to a monthly record of 101,743 cars, according to the Indonesian Automotive Industry Association.

Indonesia’s economy grew at 6.4% in the second quarter, blowing past estimates and well above 2.8% in the comparable previous quarter, primarily led by a domestic consumption story.

Tata Motors hatches Indonesia drive for cars, trucks - Money - DNA

 

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A celebration of expression

Art In Motion is an initiative that brings together the two most visible aspects of the Tata Nano – a true innovation and a fantastically fun car. We’ve invited some of India’s most renowned artists to come together in celebration of life, creativity and freedom. Armed with a brush, inspired by India’s colourful culture and using a Tata Nano as their canvas; each artist will create their own unique mobile mural, furthering the brand’s potential to become a personalised symbol of expression. Once painted, the colourful Tata Nano will tour the city during the upcoming Ganesh Chaturthi festivity, visiting pandals, popular Mumbai destinations, orphanage homes and children’s schools to spread happiness. During this peroide, fans will get an opportunity to ‘Catch the Art Nano’ on camera, and win some great prizes too.

Welcome to Nano :: Home ::

 

[Raja]

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We saw this one coming. Earlier this week we carried a story on the Indigo Manza’s launch with teaser images from the South African Tata FB fan page.

Today Tata Motors has announced the Indigo Manza for South Africa with hopes of being the best seller.
The selling points of the car are the three barreled headlamps, 15-inch alloy wheels, 460 liter trunk capacity, rear armrest, two-tone fabric, height-adjustable steering, electrically adjustable ORVM, Driver Information System, Music system with USB port and Bluetooth connectivity, and steering-mounted audio controls.
Safety wise, the Indigo Manza for South Africa is equipped with collapsible steering column, ABS brakes and dual front airbags. The security of the passengers is heightened with the inclusion of an engine immobilizer and central locking.
The Indigo Manza is available only with a 90 hp, 1.4L Fiat engine that has drive-by-wire technology. The engine returns 14.5 kmpl in the ARAI test cycle.
The Indigo Manza comes with the following ownership benefits -
A factory warranty of 3 Years / 100,000 kms
Standard 3 year / unlimited KMs Roadside Assistance
4 years / 100,000 KMs service plan.
The car is being launched in 5 colors through 45 dealerships across South Africa at a base price of 119,995 Rand (7.91 lakh), for the base version climbing till 134,995 Rand (8.88 lakh), for the top-end ‘Ignis’ variant.


Read more: Tata Indigo Manza launched in South Africa

 

[autosafari]

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Today Tata Motors has announced the Indigo Manza for South Africa with hopes of being the best seller.

Specs and features as given by you above are same as the Manza we get in India.

 

[THE XOVER]

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Specs and features as given by you above are same as the Manza we get in India.

I know South Africa is a primarily petrol market,but still I think TATA should have launched quadrajet alongwith safire, as quadrajet is not only more fuel efficient than safire its also much more fun to drive.

Anyways,I wish TATA luck on their SA endeavour.

 

[visran]

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Tata Motors receives order for 320 fully-built CNG buses under DIMTS cluster scheme

Tata Motors has started supplying Tata Marcopolo fully-built, front-engine CNG buses, to route-cluster 2, under the Delhi Integrated Multi-Modal Transit System (DIMTS) Ltd. cluster scheme. The company has received an order for 320 such buses.
Ravi Pisharody, Executive Director, Commercial Vehicle Business Unit, Tata Motors Ltd. said, “With the introduction of the Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV fully-built, front-engine CNG buses, Tata Motors will comprehensively address the burgeoning need of the residents, with a comfortable and convenient offering, with the least CO2 emissions. Tata Motors has always been at the forefront in revolutionising passenger transportation, and has closely worked with the New Delhi transport authorities, for many years, to further increasing use of public transport.”

Meant for city passenger transportation, the Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV fully-built, front-engine bus has been designed as per city transportation needs, with comfortable entry and exit, ergonomically designed seats and generous saloon space. In addition, destination display boards and public address systems have been provided to enhance the convenience for the passengers. The BS IV compliant, Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV drive-train is driven by a 96 kw TATA 5.7 SGI Bharat Stage IV engine, a break-through in terms of technology and reliability. The bus has been mated with a GBS 40 gearbox for higher fuel efficiency, 330 mm diameter clutch for enhanced life, and Heavy Duty Forged-I beam, and Reverse Elliot front-axle for better maneuverability. All this translates into superior performance.

Tata LPO 1613/55 CNG BSIV fully-built, front-engine bus not only stands for world class design, assured reliability and superior performance, but also spells high on safety. CNG leak and fire detection systems in the engine compartment and road-speed limiter are some of the other features that ensure better safety for passengers.

Tata Motors receives order for 320 fully-built CNG buses under DIMTS cluster scheme | WheelsUnplugged

 

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TATA launches 6 first of its kind trucks

Among the launches are:

The first 37 tonne, 5-axle rigid truck in the country, the Tata LPT 3723, in the 10x4 configuration.

The top-of-line Tata PRIMA range has now been further extended with the launch of two new engine capacities of 380HP & 230HP. In the 380HP range, two new models have been launched - PRIMA 4938 tractor and PRIMA 3138K tipper. The new 230HP LX range has two new products - PRIMA 4923 & PRIMA 4023 tractors.


The Tata Motors Construck range has been further fortified with the launch of the versatile Tata LPK 3118 tipper.

Source:Tata Motors : Media : Press Releases

 

[visran]

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Tata Motors Group global wholesales grows by 13%

The Tata Motors Group global wholesales, including Jaguar Land Rover, were 97,225 nos., in August 2012, higher by 13% over August 2011. Cumulative wholesales for the fiscal are 475,381, higher by 11%, compared to the corresponding period in 2011-12.

Global wholesales of all commercial vehicles - Tata, Tata Daewoo and the Tata Hispano Carrocera range -- were 50,084 nos., in August 2012, higher by 4%, over August 2011. Cumulative wholesales for the fiscal were flat at 228,785 nos.

Global wholesales of all passenger vehicles were at 47,141 nos. in August 2012, higher by 23%. Cumulative wholesales for the fiscal are 246,596 nos., higher by 20%.

Global wholesales of Tata passenger vehicles were at 23,081 nos., for the month, higher by 35%, over August 2011. Cumulative wholesales for the fiscal are at 112,163 nos., higher by 10%.

Global wholesales of Jaguar Land Rover in August 2012 were at 24,060 vehicles, higher by 13% over August 2011. Cumulative wholesales of Jaguar Land Rover for the fiscal are 134,433 nos., higher by 31%. Jaguar wholesales for the month were 2,960 vehicles and cumulative wholesales were at 18,798 vehicles, while Land Rover wholesales in August 2012 were 21,100 vehicles and cumulative wholesales were 115,635 vehicles.

Tata Motors : Media : Press Releases

 

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TATA Motors appoints new President for Passenger Car divison

Tata Motors today announced the appointment of Mr. Ranjit Yadav as President of the company's Passenger Car Business Unit (PCBU). The company has also appointed Mr. Neeraj Garg as Vice President - Commercial for PCBU. The company also announced the movement of the incumbent Vice President - Commercial, PCBU, Mr. R. Ramakrishnan, to a corresponding role for its Commercial Vehicles Business Unit (CVBU).

Before joining Tata Motors, Mr. Yadav was Country Head (India) for the Mobile & IT Businesses of Samsung India Electronics Ltd. He was previously with Hewlett - Packard Asia Pacific, Philips Electronics and Pond's India Limited.
Mr. Garg joins the company from Volkswagen, where he was the Director Sales & Marketing (Volkswagen brand). He has earlier worked with Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. and Honda Siel Cars India Ltd.


Commenting on the appointments, the Managing Director of Tata Motors, Mr. Karl Slym, said, "Mr. Ranjit Yadav's experience of leading a highly customer-centric business will bring in the outside-in perspective that we need to further evolve our Passenger Vehicles business. Mr. Neeraj Garg brings in significant domain understanding of the Indian car space and its competitive dynamics. We are happy that they will spearhead our aggressive plans in the high-potential market that India is. We are also happy to have Mr. Ramakrishnan's extensive commercial vehicles experience back for our CV business to retain our traditional market dominance."

Source:http://www.tatamotors.com/media/press-releases.php?id=794

 

[visran]

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Tata Motors bags record order of 1,314 trucks

Tata Motors has received its largest ever single order for commercial vehicles from Siddhivinayak Logistics Ltd. (SVLL), to supply 1,314 trucks to be delivered during the financial year. The order coincided with the launch of an innovative scheme by SVLL, meant for the well-being of their drivers, called 'Chalak se Malak'.

The order includes two recently launched products, the New Tata PRIMA 4923 - LX and the Tata LPT 3723, the first 5-axle rigid truck in the country.

Based in Surat, SVLL is India's largest fleet owner, with a fleet size of over 4,000 commercial vehicles. The company operates across diverse segments, like steel, cement, tractors, chemicals, machinery, and is a pioneer in new segments like commercial vehicle chassis carriers.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. R. C. Baid, Founder and Chief Mentor, Siddhivinayak Logistics Ltd said, “We have been using Tata vehicles for decades and are pleased with the quality, engagement and after-sales services. We appreciate the commitment by Tata Motors in helping us become a specialist and India’s fastest growing surface transport company. Through this order we further strengthen our relationship with Tata Motors.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Vinod Sahay, Head - Sales & Marketing, Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors, said: “We are delighted that our association with M/s. SVLL continues unabated. We are honoured to receive this prestigious order and are committed to deliver these vehicles this fiscal year. We thank the company for their continued trust and patronage of our brand”.

The New Tata PRIMA 4923 - LX is from the new 230 HP range of PRIMA trucks, was launched to extend the PRIMA advantage to many more transporters who require a lower power-to-weight ratio. These vehicles are fitted with a Cummins ISBe electronic engine with common rail injection, for efficient fuel injection. This comes with India’s first indigenously developed 9-speed gearbox from Tata Motors with an overdrive function which provides superior fuel efficiency. These vehicles are also coupled with a 430 mm diameter organic clutch and 10-T rear axle to deliver a balanced and robust drive train. The Tata PRIMA LX cabin comes with an optional AC, 4 point suspension for reduced vibration and double sleeper bunks to provide maximum comfort to the driver.

The Tata LPT 3723 is the first 5-axle rigid truck in the country and will be the next big game changer in the Indian commercial vehicle industry. This truck can carry around 4.5 tonnes more than the existing 31 tonne MAV (Multi-axle vehicle) segment. As a result, it is all set to radically change the economics of transportation in multiple segments by reducing the cost per Tonne-Km of transportation. It is powered by a Cummins 6BT 5.9L engine (155 kW power at 2500rpm), twin steerable front axles, a twin-drive axle and a tag-lift axle: the only truck to have such a technology, reducing tyre and fuel costs. The turning circle diameter of 21.9 metres makes it more maneuverable.

Tata Motors : Media : Press Releases

 

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What is the meaning of 5-axle rigid truck?? Any CV experts here??

 

[jayadev]

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It sounds like a long trailer kind thing with two axle at front and three at rear or similar configurations

The rigid means its all fixed under sigle ladder beam without any swivels(sigh I Forgot all the terms.)
Expert correct me if i am wrong.

 

[TSIVipul]

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What is the meaning of 5-axle rigid truck?? Any CV experts here??

Buddy five axle rigid truck means two axles in the front and both will be steerable and three at the rear.
Out of these three one can be lifted and dropped using a hydraulic system while other two are always in touch with the road and these two axles are the power transmitter axles too.
These pics will explain it better..

Here is an indicative image of what can be expected:


Here is the real thingy(Courtesy:****)...

 

[THE XOVER]

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Thanks Jayadev and Vipul for explaining this complex 5-axle rigid complex system.It looks like this is the first truck of its kind to be launched in India.If true then once again TATA becomes the initiator of a totally new segment,kudos to them.