Honda Announces New Vision XS-1 Crossover Concept for Delhi Auto Expo

Honda has trying to be active in the Indian market and will continue to do so at the upcoming India Expo Mart in Greater Greater Noida, Delhi (from February 5 to 11), where it will host the world premiere of a new concept model named the Vision XS-1.

The Japanese carmaker offered very little in the way of information on the Vision XS-1, simply stating that it's a new crossover model that features "sporty styling and outstanding utility space based on Honda's unique packaging technologies".

Joining the mystery concept model will be some of Honda's most recent conceptual and production cars including the Mobilio and Jazz that will receive their local premiere, the NSX Concept, Accord Hybrid, City, Brio, Amaze and CR-V.

Story References: Honda via Worldcarfans

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Driving 700 Miles in India in a Range Rover Hybrid Is not as Bad as You'd Think

To demonstrate the capabilities of the new Range Rover Hybrid, Land Rover took three prototypes on a 53-day 10,000-mile expedition from the factory in Solihull, UK, to Mumbai in India where parent company Tata Motors is based.

The carmaker invited journalists along the Silk Trail expedition, with the following video filmed by Auto Express during the last leg – a 700-mile (1,126-km) trip through India.

So how is it like to drive the world’s second most-populous country? According to Mat Watson, you have to keep the eyes wide open as potential hazards can come from virtually anywhere.

Although traffic is chaotic, driving in India in a Range Rover is an interesting experience as you’ll find out from the video posted below.

By Dan Mihalascu

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DC Design Gives Ford EcoSport a Thorough Makeover

India’s DC Design aftermarket specialist has revealed a comprehensive tuning package for the Ford EcoSport. Just like it did with the Renault Duster, DC Design has completely changed the looks of Ford’s smallest crossover, both inside and out.

The most striking changes are at the front of the car, with the headlights pushed below into the bumper and featuring a round design, while the original headlight cutout now includes LED daytime running lights and turn signals.

DC Design also completely reworked the front bumper, which now features a massive air intake. The photos don’t show the rear end of the car, so we don't know whether it features upgrades as well.

On the inside, DC Design changed the seating layout from a 2+3 to a 2+2, as the rear bench now features a central tunnel acting as an armrest and including storage and multimedia controls as well. The individual rear seats are electrically adjustable and feature a reclining backrest. Rear passengers also benefit from an additional air conditioning blower unit located above the front armrest and two large LCD displays.

The seats, door trims and dashboard panels are finished in a beige color, while the passenger seat can be folded flat to create a leg rest for the rear passenger. At the front, Ford’s Sync central screen has been replaced by a bigger unit. The car also features mood lighting. The price of the tuning package hasn’t been announced yet.

By Dan Mihalascu

Thanks to Indianautosblog for the tip!

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