Infosys to develop software app for Volvo cars

Infosys has won a contract from Volvo cars to provide software application development services for the auto major's global operation. 

The multi-year contract will include developing technology applications to support Volvo's marketing and sales, customer service, manufacturing and product development functions.

Mahindra Thar off-road experience

Thar rules the waves as much as it relishes tarmac as Adil Jal Darukhanawala found out after putting it through the toughest terrains in western India that too during one of the most welcomingly fiercest of monsoons last month.

 

The June-July period in my part of the world is one where once the monsoon sets in, transforms the area all around the western belt of Maharashtra into a lush green playground. I use the term playground because the myriad possibilities of tackling diverse terrain, whether on foot or horseback, not just to take in the terrain and the exercise but also experience the joy of soaking in the stunning vistas of countryside is unparalleled. However what is even more intoxicating for petrol heads like us all, is the sense of adventure once the rains thunder in gets magnified and you do want to get off the road and tackle the rough and tumble countryside, hill and dale, stream and rivulet.

 

Mahindra's Great Escape at Lonavala last month was a major catalyst in steering me towards doing more than the official escape from the humdrum regular. Held in the lush game park slam bang in front of the high profile Aamby Valley, it was all about hitting the forest trails with the rains pouring down, making it ultra slippery on rocky terrain and slushy in the muddy sections while also deep and dangerous in streams which had transformed into raging rivers. Ideal situation tailor-made for dedicated off-roaders armed with a variety of Mahindra’s - Scorpios, CJs of various hues and also of course the ubiquitous Thar.

 

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How to sell a used car?

India has a great potential market for used vehicles. While buyers are many, the count of sellers isn't also lagging behind. However, to sell a used cars, certain diplomatic and to a little extent manipulative approach needs to be followed.

The first and foremost priority that needs to be taken care of is to enlist all the positive aspects of the car that you are attempting to sell. The vehicle may be too old but may just feature some of the best performances. Make sure you highlight these to promote your product for sale.

If the positive aspects outnumber the negative or the poor performing features, your quotation of price can ideally be on a little higher side. The price quotation however, also depends on the count of years. Make sure your suggestion on the price range justifies the performance status as well as the years of usage.

You may attempt to promote your used car through a dealer. Advertising your car online through trusted and authentic websites is also a smart option. Spreading the message through words of mouth also acts well many a times. Advertise your car through as much possible medium for quick and random responses.

After walking the path of all these promotional ways, once you are in terms with a prospective buyers, be convincing yet diplomatic enough. In the middle of everything you must not take your customer’s knowledge for granted either. Generally, people attempting to buy a car, are well equipped with the required knowledge and a know-about of the car’s database. There should not be any fake commitments and exaggerated information from your end. The negotiations and settlements should be done at the mutual interest of the buyers and the sellers. Well, as they say, its always Survival of the Fittest. You ought to pave your way out to a satisfying selling budget by using the best of your persuading skills. 

Shriram Automall India Limited assists in deciding the best of vehicles, depending upon our concerns. SAMIL puts forth the most professional bidding platforms for buying and selling of  used cars India and vehicles.

Will You Like the Upcoming Hyundai’s Compact SUV to Look Like This?

This is the segment where every car manufacturer wants to focus on. The latest being Hyundai Motors India Ltd. which is expected to bring their unnamed gladiator to the fight against the very successful Duster and EcoSport.

This Hyundai’s SUV has been previously seen undergoing testing in Korea as well as in China and is expected to be Ford EcoSport’s biggest rival here in India when it finally arrives sometime in 2014.

The SUV is expected to share many of the Sante Fe’s styling cues such as the hexagonal front grille and similar profiles. It will probably borrow heavily from the concept car displayed at the 2011 Detroit Expo. Neither is a bad thing as we feel both are smart-looking cars.

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