The CarWale Daily Fuel - May 9, 2012

• Maruti Suzuki Swift dethrones the Alto as the bestseller in the Indian market for the month of April after the 6 years.

• MSIL has increased price of the Dzire diesel variants by Rs. 8000 to Rs. 12000.

• Ertiga garners 8500 bookings in Indonesia even before the official launch.

• BMW launches a limited edition 3- series in India called the M-sport with an add-on aero package and sporty bits on the 320d.

• With the international crude oil prices going up, the oil ministry says a petrol price hike is imminent. Finance minister Pranab Mukherjee has urged the state governments to reduce taxation on fuel so that the fuel hike could be controlled.

• Ferrari recalls 206 458 Italias and Californias to replace the incorrectly finished crankshaft that could possibly damage the engine.

• Aston Martin showcases the DBS Ultimate edition over the internet. The car will be available in three colours and options of manual or automatic transmissions.

• After 2-3 crisis laden years, Toyota is back on the offensive. Toyota is aiming at reducing costs at all avenues including scrap and waste.

   

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