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Offline artgijo

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India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« on: January 14, 2008, 06:57:57 AM »
Hi All

India is in the path of enlightenment in science and technology. Recently TATA MOTORS of INDIA launched the cheapest car on earth for middle class for $2500, USD. See all details at:

http://www.tatanano.com/tatamotors/

The technology has been completely developed in INDIA from scratch and it got world attention. It is not only good looking but Technically strong car, with 623cc Engine and a milage of 20km/litre of petrol.

INDIA is the land of Innovation and slowing catching up in world stage, I invite comments from readers worldwide after reading through the details in the site

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GIJO
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #1 on: January 14, 2008, 07:01:07 AM »
Yes, Tata motors.  Looked into it as an investing idea, but passed.  Too faddish for my tastes.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #2 on: January 14, 2008, 07:03:22 AM »
not my cup of tea..besides very unsafe.

cheaper doesn't mean better.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #3 on: January 14, 2008, 07:12:36 AM »
I think its cute lol  O0
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #4 on: January 14, 2008, 07:31:33 AM »
   This is the type of vehicle that we need in the US. Except here, with all the safety and emissions red tape, the vehicle would have to be sold at twice the price. $5000 is the magic price to convince many people to get one of these as a second vehicle solely for commuting purposes. My only problem with this vehicle is that it is a four passenger. It is slightly underpowered for four passengers. It should have plenty of power for one and maybe two. Of course people aren't as overweight in India as they are here. Perhaps that single crack mother with mmmmh nine children and fried chicken, might  buy one if she could save up enough welfare money. I'm sure she would try to fit all nine children in for everyday purposes.

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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #5 on: January 14, 2008, 07:34:55 AM »
it looks like a Mecedes.

Ugly as hell.

But for the $$$ , you can't complane.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #6 on: January 14, 2008, 07:36:10 AM »
Well, you're in luck, they're actually supposed to start importing them relatively soon according to an article I read.  They sold pretty well in Europe apparently, or at least a very similar model car did.
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« Reply #7 on: January 14, 2008, 08:15:58 AM »
Little cars are good, but I drive on of the biggests Fords here in Australia, that is not a 4 wheel drive(SVU).

You can't get stock feed in that little car  :::D
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #8 on: January 14, 2008, 08:36:31 AM »
Quote from: Skippy on January 14, 2008, 07:12:36 AM
I think its cute lol  O0
yeaaahh......
But try driving that little bug around with no aircon in 45 Degree heat! Oh, and don't think you'll be arriving in the comfort of airconditioning home...well, not driving with a max speed of 60k's

But hey, add airconditioning and a max spead of 11oKm/h, and ill buy this cheap fuel efficient vechile ;)
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #9 on: January 14, 2008, 09:21:06 AM »
This company has been around for a long time. I hope they sell this car or its technology to the USA.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #10 on: January 14, 2008, 11:45:03 AM »
Quote from: angryChineseKahanist on January 14, 2008, 09:21:06 AM
This company has been around for a long time. I hope they sell this car or its technology to the USA.


Proud moment for india by the way are you chinese :P
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #11 on: January 14, 2008, 11:46:19 AM »
Quote from: Boeregeneraal on January 14, 2008, 08:36:31 AM
Quote from: Skippy on January 14, 2008, 07:12:36 AM
I think its cute lol  O0
yeaaahh......
But try driving that little bug around with no aircon in 45 Degree heat! Oh, and don't think you'll be arriving in the comfort of airconditioning home...well, not driving with a max speed of 60k's

But hey, add airconditioning and a max spead of 11oKm/h, and ill buy this cheap fuel efficient vechile ;)

They will also be launching ac version but it will be a little more expensive
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #12 on: January 14, 2008, 11:48:07 AM »
Imagine if someone got into a car accident with this car and with a normal car...THis car is not worth its cheapness..I would feel more comfortable riding a bike..except i dont' know how to ride one.

Now. no the other hand, if every car was like this cheap one, fine...

also...no air conditioning?  Do you guys realize how humid and hot it can get in India?  Im' sorry, this car is a bad idea and a bad design. No offense Ashish...
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #13 on: January 14, 2008, 11:51:14 AM »
I am sure generations of Indians travelled without airco.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #14 on: January 14, 2008, 11:53:30 AM »
Quote from: Ambiorix on January 14, 2008, 11:51:14 AM
I am sure generations of Indians travelled without airco.

but not americans...

my point is that cheap isn't necessarily better
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #15 on: January 14, 2008, 12:06:35 PM »
of course not Dr.Dan.
I only try to buy products, that are high quality, and mostly , more expensive.

but I don't have the money for a Rolls-Royce.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #16 on: January 15, 2008, 10:44:28 AM »
Quote from: ASHISH on January 14, 2008, 11:45:03 AM
Quote from: angryChineseKahanist on January 14, 2008, 09:21:06 AM
This company has been around for a long time. I hope they sell this car or its technology to the USA.


Proud moment for india by the way are you chinese :P

Yes sir!
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #17 on: January 17, 2008, 07:00:00 AM »
Hi All

Cheap means without quality, India has developed techology also to manufacture the car so cheaply. I doubt anyone else can do this at this price. Think about the poorst man in USA, he can also buy this car...

The western/American press was so jealous, they did not even appreciate good things done because, it is affecting their business. Auto Industry worldwide will modify to adjust the market, even before the launch itself, millions of Indians are ready to buy this car, who care about others....

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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #18 on: January 17, 2008, 07:37:30 AM »
Quote from: artgijo on January 17, 2008, 07:00:00 AM
Hi All

Cheap means without quality, India has developed techology also to manufacture the car so cheaply. I doubt anyone else can do this at this price. Think about the poorst man in USA, he can also buy this car...

GIJO

   Cheap does not always mean without quality. Things are sometimes cheaper because they are done more efficiently.
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« Reply #19 on: January 17, 2008, 07:49:16 AM »
The auto workers in India probably dont demand to be paid $40 an hour to stand on a line putting a nut on a bolt either. ;)

I dont like small cars, I just dont feel safe in them, but plenty of people drive them so its great they could make something like this.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #20 on: January 17, 2008, 08:46:56 AM »
Is there a reason cheap cars look like cereal boxes? Reminds me of those crappy Daewoo cars, yuck.
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Re: India launches the Cheapest car in the world
« Reply #21 on: January 21, 2008, 02:09:13 PM »
Quote from: Ambiorix on January 14, 2008, 07:34:55 AM
it looks like a Mecedes.

Ugly as hell.

But for the $$$ , you can't complane.

Agreed
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