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Hands-free texting more distracting for drivers
A new study has found that using voice commands for sending text messages and emails while driving is actually more distracting than safe. The voice commands for text messages were marketed earlier as a safe alternative for drivers. In recent...
China’s plastic industry shows gradual growth
In the first four months of this year, plastic output in China has expanded and is two percentage points higher than the country’s overall industrial output growth. However, currently at 11.5 percent, it is still slowing down from the 16.9...
Honda India launches Activa I for Rs. 44,200
On June 12, 2013, Honda Motors India launched its new Activa-I for the Indian market. The vehicle has been priced at Rs. 44,200 (ex-showroom price Delhi), due to which it has become the most affordable model in its segment. The new scooter is...
Mahindra and Mahindra to launch lower version of XUV 500 in 2013
The flagship model of Mahindra and Mahindra, the XUV 500, could not be afforded by all due to its exorbitant price. However, the company will be introducing a lower variant of the sports utility vehicle by the end of the financial year. This...
Shanghai Disney to feature Chinese elements
Robert Iger, chairman and chief executive officer of the Walt Disney Company, said that the Shanghai Disney Resort will have Chinese elements, which will help to make the amusement park unique. In an interview, Iger said that it is important...
Dabur launches Oxy Life Gel Bleach for Indian market
Indian beauty care products manufacturer Dabur announced on June 10, 2013, that it has expanded its skin care segment. The company has launched its gel-based facial bleach for the Indian market. Dabur said that it has developed the new Oxy...
Maruti Suzuki expecting diesel and petrol vehicles sales gap to reduce
In recent times it has been observed that the price gap between petrol and diesel is decreasing, as the price of diesel is gradually increasing by 50 paise per month, while the price of petrol remains constant. With this in mind, auto giant...
Maruti Suzuki to launch CNG variant of Ertiga in India
Auto manufacturing giant Maruti Suzuki is all set to introduce the CNG version of its multi-utility vehicle Ertiga for the Indian market. The new CNG variant of the vehicle will be priced at Rs. 30,000 over its petrol counterparts. The vehicle...
Johnson and Johnson to target middle class in China
Healthcare products manufacturing giant Johnson & Johnson will be giving more importance to the Chinese market, as it is looking to target the country’s middle class, along with the aging population. The chief executive officer of...
Mahindra and Mahindra launches Verito Vibe in small car segment
Auto manufacturer Mahindra and Mahindra is looking to enter the small car segment in the Indian market. The company has now launched its new compact hatchback Verito Vibe, which is the second car offering in a segment which, at the moment, is...