OUTPERFORM YOUR IMAGINATION

Chic yet strong, Outlander 2010 is a comfortable, high-performance car capable of taking on the rest of the soft-roading world.

Yes, the hairy chest is gone, so is the lump of lard, and the muscles are sleekly defined now. But there’s still that reassuring stubble around the face. Rohit Bal’s new inspiration is definitely not one of the SUVs on the road.

It makes you an artist and a warrior of the road at the same time; it makes you a chap and a man at the same time. The avant-garde fashion designer inspired new hunk on the road, Outlander, is a perfect lifestyle vehicle. Stylish looks, great performance, plush interiors, innovative features and one that lends itself to business purposes as well as leisure driving, Outlander 2010 is a perfect value for its price tag of Rs 19.95 lakh.

Remember that James Caviezel and Sophia Myles hot French kiss on a distant land in the 2008 Hollywood movie 'Outlander'. Ah! Here you go and try it. Outlander won’t disappoint you for being an unsavory observer. The sharp and slick look of the vehicle will always entice you for one more. Apart from style, elegance and boldness, there is a lot of drama and even a touch of mystery in the line, which adds to its glamour, and to quote Rohit’s own word, “is reminiscent of what one sees in iconic movies like Grease, The Fast And The Furious and Wanted.”

Launching his fabric collection inspired by Outlander 2010, side by side, Rohit said, “I believe that the Outlander 2010 is a “mean” machine, that it embodies ‘”steal on wheels” and this is what is reflected in the garments.”

One of the most-awaited SUVs in the Indian market, the Outlander 2010 is a wonderful blend of technology and luxury. The ‘Stylish Utility Vehicle (SUV)’, as Mitsubishi refers to it, is fully loaded with a ‘custom’ sound system co-designed by the Mitsubishi with Rockford Fosgate, a leading US car audio brand. And it is a biggie with four six-inch speakers, twin dome tweeters, a 10-inch sub-woofer and a 650 watt amp sound. Once in action, trust me, the system rocks.

There is lot more to the lifestyle quotient of the Outlander. Ample space, sporty seats, huge wheel arches, four wheel drive, and a roof that arches down towards the rear are features that stand out. Car-like coil spring and strut suspension on all four wheels guarantees you a good on-road behavior with Mitsubishi’s reputed soft-roader handling. Add to that new combination meter, mirror mounted turn indicators, new door and dash trims, USB port, aluminum pedals, auto-folding Outside Rear View Mirrors (ORVMs) and leather covered instrument panel and the Outlander looks to drool over.

The Outlander is not without its share of aggression. The deep-set headlights and the thick bumper, with its pushed-in fog lights, is very Range Rover.  And the luggage capacity is a jaw-dropping 882 litres (with third-row seats folded), and the space goes up to 1690 litres if the second row seats are dropped as well. The four-wheel drive system or the All Wheel Control, is a step up on the Honda CR-V. Unlike CR-V, it doesn’t lose energy and fuel efficiency in case it encounters any slip. And once you turn the dial to the 4WD auto mode—the system responds much faster to any slip requirements in extremely slippery, slushy or sandy conditions with no let up even if one or more wheels begins to slip. All enough to head out on a camping trip and get your feet dirty.

If you include value for money, the Outlander has everything to be counted. For high speed driving in slippery or extreme conditions, the Outlander has a vehicle stability control system, Active Stability Control (ASC), similar in concept to that of Mercedes’ ESP, a massive boon on SUVs as it keeps the car heading straight despite sudden loss of pressure to one of the wheels. At present, the only SUVs on sale fitted with this system retail for upwards of Rs 45 lakh. Outlander is one vehicle that is significantly well placed to be seen and noticed.

An integrated monocoque construction and a design that has an almost Audi-like restrained elegance about it, the wider Outlander’s bulk has a charm that is rugged yet attractive and contemporary yet stylish. The Outlander 2010 offers luxury and finesse along with significant off road capability. Finally, on the Indian auto horizon is something with enough appeal, enough substance and enough spunk.

If fashion designers are the new style icons, Rohit has been quite successfully outlandish in endorsing Outlander 2010, to fire the aspirations of an upwardly mobile generation.
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Make Your Own Path

Simply Unstoppable: The Hummer H3 strikes a perfect balance between off-road capability, on-road comfort and efficiency
It is all about being bold. It is about having an attitude. It is about being a statement on the road. And yes, it is about having some exclusive opportunities, too.

Originally adapted from a military vehicle for the most powerful army of the world the Hummer H3 is a midsize SUV which can easily wade through almost all kind of terrains possible on four-wheels.

Take it on a journey across deserts, or drive it on a rainy day, above hills or strenuous mountain passes, this baby on wheels won’t disappoint you. The Hummer H3 guarantees full comfort to the explorer in you to go, revel and experience the world.

Ever wondered the look on fellow drivers….when you take a lavish drive on this beast?

You buy a Hummer to assert individuality and differentiate yourself from other individuals. For you, it’s more than a mode of transportation; it’s a companion and a playmate. It adds flavour to your driving experience and enhances your day-to-day experiences. It gives you every reason to see your car as superior to all other SUVs, and luxury sports cars.

The fun-to-drive-spirit of Hummer comes along with a celeb touch. Arnold Shwarzenegger, Sunil Shetty, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Harbhajan Singh…are some of the proud owners. Interestingly the star value has always maintained steady growth over the years. Another, fun part of the owning a Hummer is sharing your Hummer experience with others in the Hummer Clubs, exclusively for YOU.

Hum Along!

With fully welded steel frames, it is designed to provide you a peace of mind whatever you do and wherever you go. The 9.7 inches of ground clearance will sail you through the bizarre of rocky terrain.  And the rippling 3.7 L V8 engine with 239 well-domesticated horses to get you “out there” even faster along with 6,000 pounds of tow. These awesome off-road capabilities of this legendary brand give you a sense of taming nature, of total security and supreme power.

As for the concerns about The Hummer’s gas guzzling abilities, The H3 could just be the lady. She moves well and doesn't drink much. But in terms of style, there's no argument about its resemblance with The Hummer Heritage. The familiar hood, flat windshield, and slab sides… it carries the boxy lines, high sills, and shortened windows of its lineage. Compared to the Land Rover LR3 and Nissan Pathfinder SUVs the Hummer H3 is three or four inches compact as well.  On the inside are refinements like leather-wrapped steering wheels and easy reading gauges. And on the outside, a prominent ‘H3’ tailgate badge heralds your departure from the ordinary and your arrival into a whole new class. Driving a Hummer is a powerful and exciting experience that only Hummer owner truly understands. And of course it's still the go-anywhere climb-anything machine.

So the only thing you need, the next time you plan a scenic four wheeling, is to be behind the wheels of The Hummer. You can flaunt your assault-vehicle styling climbing over treacherous rocks and cruise even through 24 inches of water at 5mph. And if desert is your Hummer destiny, the big militaristic tires just soften steering response against desert gusts. And there is one more Hummer promise: The wind noises always remain subdued. Actually, when the going gets tough, The Hummer gets going.

Your Last Chance:

With Hummer already out of production, NOW is your only opportunity to own a Hummer. As for warranty and snags, GM is still out there to serve you for the whole warranty period of five years.

So, it’s your turn to own it and make your own path.

Exceptional standard features:

• H3 earned 4.5 stars in frontal crash tests and 5 stars in side impact tests

• OnStar free for one year

• Electronically controlled full-time four wheel drive system

 Only vehicle in its class able to:

• Climb a 16 inch vertical wall

• Scale a 60% grade hill

• Traverse a 40% slope

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