Welcome to DriveSpark's extensive coverage of the Auto Expo 2018. Our auto show crew is at the 14th edition of the biennial event in Greater Noida, Delhi and will be reporting live from the event to bring you all the new car and bike news, analysis, photo galleries, videos and comments from Delhi. Follow DriveSpark for Live Updates. We'll be posting Auto Expo 2018 live updates right here, so check back often to see the most updated news at the top of the page.
The Auto Expo 2018 will see 37 manufacturers and several institutions who would unveil, showcase, launch and debut their cars, bikes, buses, trucks and electric vehicles (EV). Leading brands such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra, Hero MotoCorp, TVS, Yamaha to luxury brands Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Kawasaki among others will reveal their new products at India's biggest automotive expo.
Key car launches include the new Maruti Suzuki's new Swift, while Hyundai will bring the i20 facelift, while we expect Renault to showcase the Trezor SUV.
In the bike and scooter segment, Hero MotoCorp will launch the newly unveiled Xtreme 200R, Yamaha the new R15 V3 and Suzuki will bring the Burgman Street 125 to take on the new TVS Ntorq and the Honda Grazia.
Here Are The Biggest Highlights Of Day 1 At Auto Expo 2018:
- Maruti Suzuki unveiled the Future S Concept
- Hyundai i20 Facelift Launched
- New-generation Honda Amaze, CR-V and Civic Unveiled
- Tata 45X (Premium Hatchback) and H5X (Flagship SUV) Concepts Unveiled
- Mahindra unveils new flagship SUV based on the SsangYong Rexton
- Honda Active 5G and XBlade 160cc motorcycle unveiled
- Kawasaki launches H2 SX and H2 SX SE
- TVS showcases Creon Electric Scooter
- Suzuki Burgman Street 125cc scooter showcased
- Hero Duet 125, Maestro Edge 125 and Xpulse 200 showcased
- Mercedes-Maybach S 650 launched
- BMW launches the new G 750 GS and G 850 GS adventure tourer motorcycles BMW 6 Series GT launched in India by Sachin Tendulkar
Stay tuned for live updates from day 2 of the Auto Expo 2018 as we bring you more about cars and bikes from the biggest automobile event in India.
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Auto Expo 2018: TVS Zeppelin Cruiser Concept Unveiled - Specifications, Features & Images -
Auto Expo 2018: Mercedes-Maybach S650 Launched In India At Rs 2.73 Crore -
Auto Expo 2018: Hero Duet 125 And Maestro 125 Unveiled — Expected Launch Date, Specifications & More -
Auto Expo 2018: Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX And H2 SX SE Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs 21.80 Lakh -
Auto Expo 2018: Sachin Launches BMW 6 Series GT In India - Priced At Rs 58.9 Lakhs -
Auto Expo 2018: TVS Creon Electric Scooter Concept Unveiled — Launch Date, Specifications & Images -
Auto Expo 2018: BMW F 750 GS And F 850 GS Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs 12.2 Lakh -
Auto Expo 2018: BMW M5 Launched In India At Rs 1.43 Crore - Specifications, Features & Images -
Auto Expo 2018: New Mini Countryman Unveiled - Launch Date, Specifications & Images -
Auto Expo 2018: BMW G 310 R Showcased - Specifications, Features & Images
Live Updates
Auto Expo 2018: Cleveland CycleWerks Begins The Proceedings Of Day 2
Cleveland CycleWerks is an USA based customisation company which builds cruisers, scramblers and retro-modern bikes.
Auto Expo 2018: Day 2 Proceedings
Day 1 at Auto Expo 2018 gave us a glimpse of the future of India's automobile industry. Day 2 at Auto Expo 2018 will offer insights into the electric vehicle segment, a significant launch, unveils as well as debuts. Maruti Suzuki will launch the 2018 Swift, UM Motorcycles will debut India's first electric cruiser, Renegade Thor, while Emflux Motors, a startup, will unveil India's first electric superbike. So stay tuned for live updates from the Auto Expo 2018 even as we bring you the latest news, images, launches, unveils and more.
BMW 6-Series GT Launched In India; Priced At Rs 58.90 Lakh
BMW India has launched the new 6 Series GT with a price tag of Rs 58.90 lakh. Cricket demi-God Sachin Tendulkar and BMW India Head Vikram Pawah took the wraps off the GT.
New-Generation BMW M5 Launched In India
BMW has launched the new-generation M5 in India. The all-new BMW M5 is priced at Rs 1.43 crore. The new BMW M5 can sprint to 100kmph in 3.4 seconds and enabled by the 600bhp of power and 750Nm of torque engine.
New BMW X3 Unveiled In India
BMW unveiled the new X3 in India while the launch is expected by the end of 2018. The all-new X3's platform is reworked to offer better driving dynamics.
BMW i3 &new BMW i8 Showcased In India
BMW took the wraps off the new i3 and i8 in India. The company is still evaluating the launch of i3S in India.
BMW G 750GS & G 850GS Launched In India
BMW has launched the G 750GS and the G 850GS in India at Rs 12.20 lakh and Rs. 13.70 lakh respectively. All prices are ex-showroom.
BMW G 310R & G 310GS Showcased At The Auto Expo 2018
BMW Motorrad has unveiled the G 310GS and the G 310R and says that both the bikes will be launches by the end of 2018.
MINI Countryman Will Be A 'Made-in-India' Product
BMW India head Vikram Pawah takes to the stage to announce that the new MINI Countryman will be manufactured at the Chennai plant.
MINI At Auto Expo 2018
MINI is all set to launch the new MINI Countryman in India. The new Countryman features a new design language and re-engineered.
Suzuki e Survivor Concept SUV Showcased
Maruti has showcased the eSurvivor, a concept electric SUV which will form the basis of future vehicles from Suzuki and Maruti as well.
Mahindra Flagship SUV (Rexton) Revealed
Mahindra has revealed its flagship SUV based on the 4th generation SsangYong Rexton. Mahindra says that the SUV will be launched by the end of 2018 and the will reveal the name of vehicle during the launch.
Mahindra TUV Stinger Convertible SUV Concept Revealed
Mahindra took the wraps off the TUV Stinger convertible SUV concept. Might we say that Mahindra could have conceptualized a little better. The Mahindra XUV Aero was a better concept than the TUV Stinger.
Mahindra At Auto Expo 2018
Mahindra will offer a glimpse of the future with concepts, platforms, mobility solutions and new products unveils, launches and showcases.
Toyota Yaris Unveiled In India
Toyota has finally taken the wraps off the mid-sized sedan Yaris for India. The Yaris sedan will rival the likes of Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Skoda Rapid and the Volkswagen Vento.
Toyota At Auto Expo 2018
Toyota is all set to debut its first mid-sized sedan in India. Could it be the Vios or the Yaris sedan? We'll know about it in a while.
Mercedes-Benz also showcased its EQ Concept which made its debut at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. The EQ Concept will be the basis of the future Mercedes cars especially in the electric car segment.
Mercedes-Maybach S650 Launched In India
Mercedes-Maybach S650 launched in India. The S650 sitsat the top of Mercedes-Benz's line up and features a long wheelbase, handcrafted cabin and a host of other exclusive features. The Mercedes-Maybach S650 prices have been announced and is priced at Rs 2.73 crore ex-showroom (India). Mercedes also launched the S560 in India with a price tag of Rs 1.94 crore.
Mercedes-Benz At Auto Expo 2018
We're at the the Mercedes-Benz stall at the Auto Expo 2018. Mercedes is set to launch the Maybach S650, E-Class All-Terrain and the EQ Concept to India.
Tata Tiago JTP & Tata Tigor JTP Revealed
Tata Motors also took the wraps off the sporty versions of the Tiago hatchback and the Tigor compact sedan called the Tiago JTP and Tigor JTP. Here's a look at it.
Tata 45X Concept Premium Hatchback Revealed
Tata 45X concept premium hatchback revealed. The new 45X hatchback will rival the likes of Maruti Baleno and Hyundai i20, but with the new Tata's design language, Tata could have a winner in its hands. That said, we need to see how much of this concept translates to production.
Tata H5X Revealed
Tata Motors has revealed the Tata H5X concept based on the company's nee platform and new design language. The H5X does look like a true blue SUV for the future.
Mr Guenter Butschek CEO and Managing Director, Tata Motors takes stage to introduce new Tata cars at the Auto Expo 2018. Additionally, the company will reveal its new IMPACT Design Philosophy 2.0 which will spawn new products from the home-grown automaker.
Tata Motors At Auto Expo 2018
We're at the Tata Motors stall as Auto Expo 2018 as we are excited to know what holds in store for us. Tata Motors have been teasing images of a new 7-searer SUV and the premium hatchback. Will it unveil the new products today?
Honda Xblade Colours
Honda Xblade colours: Matte Marvel Blue Metallic, Matte Frozen Silver Metallic, Pearl Spartan Red, Pearl Igneous Black and Matte Marshal Green Metallic.
Honda Xblade Engine Specifications
The Honda Xblade is powered by a 162.71cc single cylinder engine producing 13.82bhp and 13.92Nm of torque. The new Xblade features all-digital instrument console, LED headlight, alloy wheels among toothers.
Honda Xblade Revealed For The First Time
Honda Xblade revealed in India for the first time. The Xblade is a premium commuter bike and will be positioned above the Honda Shine and the Unicorn motorcycles.
Honda Activa 5G Unveiled At Auto Expo 2018
Honda has unveiled the new Activa 5G scooter for the Indian market. Looks like the Activa brand will consolidate its position for a long time. Are its rivals such as TVS and Hero listening?
Honda Motorcycles At Auto Expo 2018
Massive crowd at the Honda Motorcycles & Scooter Stall at the Auto Expo in Delhi. Looks like the leading scooter maker is set to launch a new premium bike for the Indian market.
Hero Duet 125 And Meastro 125 Launched In India
Hero MotoCorp has Launched two new scooters: Duet 125 and Maestro Edge 125 at the Auto Expo 2018. Both the scooters share the same 125cc engine.
Auto Expo 2018: Hero MotoCorp Begins Proceedings At The Event
Hero MotoCorp CTO, Markus on stage to reveal the two new products for India. We expect it to be new scooters.
Aprila SR 125 Revealed
Aprilia SR125 revealed at the Auto Expo 2018. The new SR125 will rival the likes of Honda Grazia, TVS Ntorq and the Suzuki Burgman Street in India.
Aprilia Storm Revealed
Aprilia has taken the revealed an all-new scooter named the Aprilia Storm, a special edition of the SR range.
Aprilia At Auto Expo 2018
Aprilia is all set to unveil a new scooter for India. We expect it to be the SR125, that said, let's wait for the event to unfold even as we get more details.
Suzuki Motorcycles At Auto Expo 2018
Suzuki is all set introduce three vehicles at the Auto Expo; however, we are more keen on the Burgman Street 125cc scooter for India.
Hyundai i20 Facelift Prices Start At Rs 5.34 Lakh
Hyundai has launched the i20 facelift with prices starting at Rs 5.34 lakh and going all the way up to Rs 9.15 lakh depending upon the model.
Hyundai i20 Facelift Debuts
Hyundai has finally debuted the i20 facelift in India. The new Hyundai i20 facelift looks brilliant with its new cascading front grille and LED daytime running lights. The facelift Hyundai i20 will be available in dual-tone colour scheme to add to its sporty nature.
Hyundai Is All Set To Debut The i20 Facelift
Mr. Amit Dhaundiyal, GM, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor India Ltd. is here to introduce us to the all-new i20 facelift premium hatchback.
Hyundai At Auto Expo 2018
MR. Y K Koo, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd. begins the proceeding of its event at the Auto Expo 2018. Hyundai will unveil the Ioniq EV to give a glimpse of the company's vision for India in the electric vehicle segment.
Auto Expo 2018: Renault Trezor Concept Revealed
Renault Trezor concept revealed at the Auto Expo 2018. The Trezor concept was unveiled at the 2016 Paris Motor Show and is expected to be put into production by 2020. The clamshell like roof allows passengers to enter and exit the Trezor. The Trezor also uses carbon-fiber chassis and a wooden frame under the bonnet.
Renault At Auto Expo 2018
Renault has opened two design centres to cater exclusively to India and its automobile industry.
Auto Expo 2018: Kia Motors' Andhra manufacturing plant to be ready by 2019
Kia Motors has invested Rs 7,500 crore in India and is looking to capture a massive market share in India. Its plant in Andhra Pradesh will produce the upcoming Sorento SUV and the other products.
Kia Motors is looking to introduce 16 electrified vehicles globally by 2025.
Mr. Han-Woo Park is President, Co-Chief Executive Officer & Director at Kia Motors Corp talks about the company's plan for India and how it plans to increase its presence in India.
Kia At Auto Expo 2018
Kia Motors, subsidiary of Hyundai officially debuts in India. Kia has taken the opportunity of debuting at India's biggest automotive event Auto Expo 2018. Welcome Kia Motors to India.
New Honda Amaze Facelift Revealed
Honda has taken the wraps off the new Honda Amaze. The new-generation Amaze looks stunning and departures from its previous design language. The all-new Honda Amaze looks quite chunky and beefy compared to the previous model.
Honda At Auto Expo 2018
Honda is all set to unveil its new-generation Honda Amaze for India. We're at the Honda stall and waiting with baited breath to find out what's in store from the Japanese carmaker. Honda is expected to unveil Civic and the next-generation CR-V SUV.
Here is a clear look at the Maruti Future S concept. It's looking futuristic indeed.
Auto Expo 2018: Maruit Future S Concept Unveiled
The Maruti Future S Concept unveiled at the Auto Expo 2018. The new concept is futuristic looking, with a new and unique front A-pillar nicely integrated to Maruti concept SUV for the future.
RS Kalsi Executive Director, Marketing & Sales - Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. says the new Maruti Future S is developed keeping in mind all the elements of an SUV such as high road stance, high seating, high ground clearance among others.
Kenichi Ayukawa, MD and CEO Maruti Suzuki beginning the proceedings of the Maruti cars at Auto Expo 2018. He says, the new design language seen in the Future S Concpet will offer a glimpse of Maruti and its road ahead.
Maruti At Auto Expo 2018
The Maruti Future S Concept is all wrapped up and ready for the unveil. The Future S concept from Maruti will give us an insight into the future of mobility and how Maruti will look to address the growing demand for SUVs. The new Maruti Future S will sit below the Vitara Brezza, but will still carry all the elements of an SUV such as high ground clearance, high seating and a raked A-pillar.
Touchdown
It's touchdown! We're at India's biggest and most-awaited automobile event ready to bring you live updates of cars, bikes, concepts, electric vehicles and the future of mobility solutions. Stay tuned for all the latest news the moment we hear it. Our team in Delhi will bring you the latest news from the ground while the team back at base will fill in any gaps we miss in the rush and bustle of media day. For now, here are some photos brought to you from inside the Auto Expo, showing you the preparations the of the most-awaited day.
