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In addition to pickups from rival startups such as Amazon.com Inc.-backed Rivian Automotive Inc., more established automakers also are also rolling out all-electric trucks, including General Motors Co.’s GMC Hummer and another unnamed pickup, as well as an electrified version of Ford Motor Co.’s F-150. EV market leader Tesla Inc. plans to launch its Cybertruck late next year. Nissan has been struggling to steady itself since the November 2018 arrest of its former Chairman Carlos Ghosn, and already sluggish sales in the U.S. have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. The brand has never fared well in the competitive U.S. full-size truck market, and demand for the Titan plunged 38% last year. The pickup’s sales are down another 24% to 19,403 this year through September, compared with 589,034 deliveries of the industry leading Ford F-Series, which fell 11% in the period. Going electric may provide Nissan with a way to reposition Titan as a more environmentally friendly truck that can go bumper-to-bumper with battery-powered pickups from rivals. [Read More]( The post [Nissan Said to be in Talks with US Startup to Electrify Pickup]( first appeared on [TheAutomobileNews.com](. [Read Full Story]( [Top 4 Upcoming 7 Seater SUV Car in 2021 in India]( SUV Cars are the one of the demandable product in India but when it comes to 7 Seaters SUV Cars then we have very less cars available within 20–25 Lakh range. In India that 7 seater SUV cars demands are growing rapidly, people are preferring 7 seater SUV car over to 5 seater cars for their family. So what are the Top 5 Upcoming SUV 7 Seater Car for 2021 which will surely boom the market and hit the sales and there details are given below. 1. Tata Gravitas The Tata Gravita is the upcoming 7-seater SUV from the home-grown automaker, and it was first showcased at the Tata Buzzard at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The SUV made its India debut as the Gravitas at the 2020 Auto Expo and it’s built on the same OMEGA Architecture as the Tata Harrier that is already on sale in India since January 2019. In essence, the Tata Gravitas is the 7-seater version of the Harrier. Visually, the Gravitas SUV employs Tata Motors’ new Impact Design 2.0 philosophy similar to all recently launched vehicles from the company, including the Harrier. This means upfront the SUV will get the same humanity line grille, flanked by slim LED daytime running lamps, while the large headlamps with projector lights housed below, alongside the fog lamps. The profile of the SUV is where we see some noticeable changes, like the new quarter glass and the beefier D-pillar, large roof rails, redesigned windows and glossy black ORVMs. It also gets new alloy wheels, same as the ones we saw on the Buzzard concept. The rear section of the SUV will also be slightly different compared to the Harrier with a larger roof-mounted spoiler, a larger rear windscreen, and new LED tail-lamps and a larger tailgate and a beefier rear bumper. The Gravitas is longer than the Harrier but comes with the same wheelbase. In terms of dimensions, the Tata Gravitas is similar to the Buzzard concept, which measures 4661 mm in length, 1894 mm in width, and 1786 mm in height. Compared to the Harrier, the Gravitas will be 63 mm longer, and 80 mm taller, although, the wheelbase will remain the same 2741 mm. Powertrain wise, the upcoming Tata Gravitas will be powered the same Fiat-sourced 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that powers the Harrier. In the latter, the oil burner is tuned to churn out 168 bhp and 350 Nm peak torque. Like the Harrier, transmission duties on the Gravitas will be handled by a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed automatic option as well. 2. Creta 7 Seater Hyundai India seems to have planned an all-out offensive for SUVs in the Rs 10 lakh to 20 lakh range. After bringing in the new-gen Creta, it will also launch a Creta 7-seater which is likely to reach showrooms in 2021 Q2. The grapevines in the past have also revealed that it could bear a name different from the Creta. In fact, Hyundai had trademarked the name Alcazar, which could possibly be for this 7-seater. Spy shots in the past have revealed that the upcoming three-row Creta could have visual differentiators on the exterior over the 5-seater. Expect a revised front grille with an extra helping of chrome, flatter roof towards the back end, additional rear quarter and thinner C-pillar and obviously, an extension in the overhangs. The tail lamps and alloy wheels are also likely to witness a do-over with the former expected to look a little less polarising. 3. Mahindra XUV 500 New Generation 2021 t’s common to spot a camouflaged Mahindra SUV that takes a long time to be unveiled. It started with the second-gen Thar and now, it’s happening with the next-gen XUV500. This time, it’s been spied with production-spec headlamps for the first time. The new headlamps seen on the camouflaged test mule have the same shape as the outgoing model but the elements inside are sleek and angular. The two LED daytime running light strips start atop the projector headlights and drop down towards the bumper to form a C-shape like the XUV300. The spied model seemed to be a lower-spec variant with halogen units but we can expect LED units on the higher variants. Based on the previous sightings of the test mule, the new XUV500 is likely to be a sportier-looking SUV overall. 4. Jeep Compass 7 Seater Jeep has been developing a 7-seater version of the Compass for a while now. The upcoming SUV was spied for the first time in India at the beginning of this month, and it has been spied yet again. The test mule wore a full-body camouflage, due to which the design details weren’t visible. That said, the Compass is due for a mid-life facelift soon, and the 7-seater variant will feature the same exterior styling as it. The 2021 Jeep Compass will feature sharper headlamp design, a redesigned front grille, and a new bumper. The interior will also be revamped, with a new dashboard design and a larger infotainment touchscreen (with FCA’s latest Uconnect 5 system). A fully-digital console may also be available on higher trims, along with other premium features, like a 360-degree camera, wireless smartphone charger, and all-LED exterior lighting. [Read More]( The post [Top 4 Upcoming 7 Seater SUV Car in 2021 in India]( first appeared on [TheAutomobileNews.com](. [Read Full Story]( [Here’s What Makes BMW X3 The Most Reliable BMW]( The BMW X3 has stood the test of time and remains one of their highest selling cars ever, with overall production numbers exceeding a million. BMW is one of the most reliable names in the automobile industry. A German multinational company that entered the scene as an aircraft engine manufacturer in 1916, BMW has set very high standards in the automobile sphere, churning out some incredible luxury cars and motorcycles year after year. The fact that BMW continues to be at the top of its game despite some intense competition from some other top car brands is a testimony to the great work being done by the genius minds at the company. While BMW vehicles generally have a reputation of being reliable and sturdy, which monster takes home the prize for being the most reliable? It is incredibly difficult to pick one considering every BMW car is designed with utmost passion and precision. But there’s a compact luxury crossover BMW SUV that has seen incredible success ever since it was launched in 2003. It has stood the test of time and remains one of BMW’s highest selling cars ever, with its overall worldwide production numbers exceeding over a million. We’re talking about the BMW X3, the most reliable BMW. The German car giant markets the X3 as a sports utility vehicle. Now in its third generation, the crossover SUV was initially based on the BMW 3 series of their CLAR (Cluster Architecture) platform. Effortless Performance Robust, stylish, and efficient, the X3 is BMW’s most reliable car. Launched in 2003, the sports utility vehicle has stood the test of time, despite tough competition from some other big boys in the market. Currently, in its third generation, the latest X3 is a bad boy through and through, powered by a sturdy 2.0-liter engine. The BMW SUV features a very unique ultra-smooth shifting system which ensures a satisfying driving experience. The X3 comes standard with an 8-speed STEPTRONIC Sport Automatic transmission, which adds to user convenience and experience. In addition, the steering wheel is mounted with paddle shifters and launch control to help you jolt this beast forward with style and finesse. What’s more? This deluxe BMW SUV can move with the agility of a sedan owing to the marvelously engineered 50/50 weight distribution. The latest X3 comes standard with air curtains, and an active kidney grille, which add to the versatility of this monster. The brake energy regeneration system and the auto start-stop function add to the appeal of this luxury SUV. The exteriors of this BMW beast sport high-quality paint accents and lights. The 18-inch Y-Spoke wheels are supported by “style 688” all-season run-flat tires. The satin aluminum roof rails are enviable, and the chrome exhaust tips further add to the appeal of this BMW ace. The interiors are magnificently well designed with “SensaTec” upholstery. Efficient Dynamics The BMW X3 is a prime example of efficient dynamics. The latest X3 is crafted intricately with emphasis on efficient dynamics to provide a smooth, safe, and comfortable drive. The SUV boasts a Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system to maintain stability, even at higher speeds. The DSC comprises a host of ultra-modern car control systems such as the brake fade compensation, start-off assistant, brake drying, and the brake stand-by feature. The car also boasts a Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) system. Slopes or slippery parking won’t deter your driving experience thanks to the dynamic electromechanical parking brakes. The rear-wheel-drive system and the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) come standard with this beast. An array of safety measures are employed to protect you, and your vehicle both on and off the road. The car is fortified with the Front-and-Rear Head Protection System (HPS) as well as the Park Distance Control system at both ends. Rest assured, you have a complete view of the road at all times, with the rearview camera showing you things up close, and if the weather gets tricky, the LED fog lights do the trick. The X3 also boasts a host of other safety measures, such as the anti-theft alarm system, airbag supplemental restraint system, the active driving assistant, etc. [Read More]( The post [Here's What Makes BMW X3 The Most Reliable BMW]( first appeared on [TheAutomobileNews.com](. 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