Mr.Ratan Tata, Chariman of the Tata Motors, today unvieled his Rs.1/-Lakh (Rupees One Lakh) car in the 9th Auto Expo in New Delhi.
It is a dream project for the man who has an impeccable record of accomplishing things which he dreams and the name of the Car is Nano.
Commenting on some of the features of the car, he said the car is smaller than Maruti 800,but, would have 21% more volume or space than the 800. The dash board would consist of only a speedometer, fuel gauge and oil light. The shock absorbers are basic in nature. The fuel capacity would be 30 litres and it is fitted with a 4-speed manual gear. The claimed mileage is 23k.m/a litre.
As regards seating capacity, it can comfortably accommadate four persons and sitting space would be roomier. It is designed for the family use and would have four doors.. The car is built with both urban and rual users in mind.
Allaying the pollution and safety fears, he said, the pollution would be less than that of two-wheeler and all the safety norms would be met.
The dealer price would be Rs.1/Lakh(Rupees One lakh only)and Valud Added Tax and Transportation would be additional.
Out of three versions, one version is expected to be an ariconditoned one but withou a power-steering;but, the price of this is not mentioned.
The dream car of Mr.Ratan Tata has attracted lot of attention and an equal amount of criticism. One consistent criticiser is the Bajaj Auto with Mr.Rahul Bajaj maintaining that it is not possible to brinout such a car without compromising standarad. But, with the name of Tata brand behind it, Mr.Ratan Tata would be a last person to bring into the market a product which would endanger his personal reputation and company’simage. Even if he does not maintain the price at Rs1/—Lakh given the innumerable external factors he has to contend with, one has to laud the man’s dream and work in accomplishing the same. Let us all wihs the best..
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