Those who own a Daewoo Matiz can finally chill. After Daewoo India shut down, those who owned the much loved Matiz were in seriously big trouble. Sure everyone loved it, but spares were increasingly difficult to come by, and the launch of the Spark provided hope for some. But Matiz is not Spark, and now GM has decided to import the spares for Matiz from GMDAT and sell them here. Official announcement is still not made on the Matiz spares issue though. Wait for it a little while. Join discussion...

Maruti has introduced the engine immobiliser system as an option on all its models to prevent their theft. The introduction of immobilisers has been brought about by an increase in cases of car thefts. Not that this might deter a determined car thief - but there is a bit more chance that the thief would run away instead of bothering with a dead car. Join discussion...

India has one of the world’s highest vehicle theft cases — with one being stolen every five minutes, as per the National Crime Records Bureau — and the total loss is estimated to be over Rs 1,000 crore by the industry. Passenger cars account for a major chunk of the loss with the ubiquitous white Maruti 800 and silver Santro being the most prone to theft. Join discussion...

"Water in your car means a time-bomb waiting to explode. It could ruin a car," said Ajay Bansal, secretary of the Federation of All India Petroleum Traders. An official with Indian Oil Corporation [Get Quote], the co-ordinator for the blending programme in north and east India, blames the petrol pump dealers for not taking steps to prevent water seepage. The seepage will only increase as the monsoon sets in. - from Business Standard story in rediff.com Join discussion...

With a dedicated band of Hyderabad-based vintage vehicle enthusiasts scouring over the countryside, many a vintage vehicle has been found and restored to its glory. Because of these handful enthusiasts, Hyderabad can now boast of being one of the cities in the country with the largest collection of vintage cars and bikes. Join discussion...

Honda is calling back more than 2,000 Accord premium sedans to replace faulty relay fuel-pump as part of a global campaign. Honda SIEL has asked 2,310 Accord customers in India, who purchased their cars in 2005 and 2006 to bring their cars to its service centres for the replacement of relay fuel-pump. Join discussion...

MUMBAI: Auto major Mahindra & Mahindra is expanding its presence in the after-market sector. M&M has announced a complete after-market vertical which will consolidate its three business units; Mahindra First Choice services (multi-brand service chain), Mahindra First Choice (for purchase and sale of pre-owned vehicles)and Mahindra Spares Business (for both Mahindra and Non-Mahindra spares). Join discussion...

Big auto makers and their executives have been realising the potential in after-sales service car industry in India. The booming car industry in India is asking for better after-sales support. The large customer base holds a promising potential in this segment. Join discussion...

MUMBAI, INDIA — Car beauty clinics are opening all over India and there are plans to open even more, according to an MSN News story. The August 13 story said Surat, India-based Carz Spa, a car beauty clinic, run by Fortune Multiple Services Pvt. Ltd, already has franchisees in 11 cities throughout India and plans to open more outlets throughout the country. Join discussion...

Skoda Auto India announced an introduction of 2 years warranty on Škoda Genuine Parts and Škoda Genuine Accessories with effect from August 15, 2009. Join discussion...