Unique Cost Cutting Gimmicks on Cars in India
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Re: Cost Cutting Techniques on Cars in India
the tubes in my indica v2 was of poor quality that i had 1 puncture every week. the tyre repair fellows told me that it was due to the poor quality of the tubes as always the punctures occured at the joints. i rarely had apuncture once i changed all the 4 tubes.
the tubes in my indica v2 was of poor quality that i had 1 puncture every week. the tyre repair fellows told me that it was due to the poor quality of the tubes as always the punctures occured at the joints. i rarely had apuncture once i changed all the 4 tubes.
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Re: Cost Cutting Techniques on Cars in India
Mahindra is doing some serious cost cutting on Scorpio. The M-Hawk badge comes only on the right fender. Here's more: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...scorpio-vlx-4wd-torque-tank-8.html#post114697
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Mahindra is doing some serious cost cutting on Scorpio. The M-Hawk badge comes only on the right fender. Here's more: http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...scorpio-vlx-4wd-torque-tank-8.html#post114697
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350Z
Re: Cheap Cost Cutting Tricks For Cars in India
M&M is on "TOP" list in Automobile world for "cost cutting".
M&M is on "TOP" list in Automobile world for "cost cutting".
Re: Cheap Cost Cutting Tricks For Cars in India
Let them do anything anyhow they can not beat TOYOTA in cost cutting section under Q class.
Let them do anything anyhow they can not beat TOYOTA in cost cutting section under Q class.
Re: Cost Cutting Techniques on Cars in India
But would that not void warranty if RPM meter is fitted. Due to some cutting of wires or tampering with engine.
But would that not void warranty if RPM meter is fitted. Due to some cutting of wires or tampering with engine.
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There have been too much of cost cutting in my BS4 Alto
Many things mentioned here was present in the older model:
1) No key lock in the left door.
2) Cheap stickers are being given instead of Badges.
3) Integrated Headrests(Very annoying).
4) Cheap insturment cluster and no temperature guage.
5) No ashtray.
6) No hub caps.
7) JK Tyres used(previous versions were using Bridgestone and MRF)
There have been too much of cost cutting in my BS4 Alto
Many things mentioned here was present in the older model:
1) No key lock in the left door.
2) Cheap stickers are being given instead of Badges.
3) Integrated Headrests(Very annoying).
4) Cheap insturment cluster and no temperature guage.
5) No ashtray.
6) No hub caps.
7) JK Tyres used(previous versions were using Bridgestone and MRF)
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Not sure why this one hasn't popped up yet in this thread. Fortunately, that gives me a chance to say something![[clap]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Clap.gif "Clap [clap]")
LHD Controls (Head Light/Indicator/Wipers) on Indian cars. Eg: Figo, Polo etc. Don't they know India is on RHD? Please. This not only a matter of comfort, but also makes us to feel we are owning a Low Cost Car...
Off course, it's a Cost Cut. Reasoning it as usablity for both LHD & RHD can be a valid argument... But just an argument. Ultimately, Cost Effectiveness is the motive of usablity.
For sure... I have mentioned about LHD controls above, which can one you get used to (like me![[:D]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Big%20Smile.gif "Big Smile [:D]")
). Logan has Wipers waving from RHS.![[surprise]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Surprise.gif "Surprise [surprise]")
Wondering, are those wipers meant for the driver or co-driver? Also, how this car is sold pretty well with such a blunder? My biggest worry is, though I don't own it, how would I tackle any Logan coming opposite during rains.
Not sure why this one hasn't popped up yet in this thread. Fortunately, that gives me a chance to say something
LHD Controls (Head Light/Indicator/Wipers) on Indian cars. Eg: Figo, Polo etc. Don't they know India is on RHD? Please. This not only a matter of comfort, but also makes us to feel we are owning a Low Cost Car...
Off course, it's a Cost Cut. Reasoning it as usablity for both LHD & RHD can be a valid argument... But just an argument. Ultimately, Cost Effectiveness is the motive of usablity.
For sure... I have mentioned about LHD controls above, which can one you get used to (like me
). Logan has Wipers waving from RHS. Wondering, are those wipers meant for the driver or co-driver? Also, how this car is sold pretty well with such a blunder? My biggest worry is, though I don't own it, how would I tackle any Logan coming opposite during rains.
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This is very serious.
Are we deaf and blind that maruti is selling us cars with improper safety measures.
How much it cost a temperature gauge or does maruti wants sure business for every ASS setup.
I am afraid that every petrol station will provide a HG thermometer for alto owner to check the temperature. And gain the points in terms of customer satisfaction.
This is very serious.
Are we deaf and blind that maruti is selling us cars with improper safety measures.
How much it cost a temperature gauge or does maruti wants sure business for every ASS setup.
I am afraid that every petrol station will provide a HG thermometer for alto owner to check the temperature. And gain the points in terms of customer satisfaction.
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Some cost cutting measures:
1. Figo: Duplicate key is not remote operated but is standard on Fabia and Polo
2. Safety features: Fog Lamps doesn't cost bomb but can compromise safety during foggy winter nights
3. Plastic quality of interior fit and finish.
4. Steering mounted stereo control in C segment cars, do we need to mention
5. Alloy wheels are given on top variants but spare wheel isn't.
Some cost cutting measures:
1. Figo: Duplicate key is not remote operated but is standard on Fabia and Polo
2. Safety features: Fog Lamps doesn't cost bomb but can compromise safety during foggy winter nights
3. Plastic quality of interior fit and finish.
4. Steering mounted stereo control in C segment cars, do we need to mention
5. Alloy wheels are given on top variants but spare wheel isn't.
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Q class (Etios and Liva) has got just one wiper so I am afraid to follow it in rains and if I see it from opposite direction I pray to god ‘please shrink me to cycle width’.
Looking at single wiper i always say 'Thanks' to Toyota for providing the windshield.
Q class (Etios and Liva) has got just one wiper so I am afraid to follow it in rains and if I see it from opposite direction I pray to god ‘please shrink me to cycle width’.
Looking at single wiper i always say 'Thanks' to Toyota for providing the windshield.
Logan has Wipers waving from RHS. Wondering, are those wipers meant for the driver or co-driver? Also, how this car is sold pretty well with such a blunder? My biggest worry is, though I don't own it, how would I tackle any Logan coming opposite during rains.
Wondering, are those wipers meant for the driver or co-driver? Also, how this car is sold pretty well with such a blunder? My biggest worry is, though I don't own it, how would I tackle any Logan coming opposite during rains.
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But that’s true. Toyota has disgustingly done serious cost cutting on Etios. 
Re: Cheap Cost Cutting Tricks For Cars in India
i don't know this fits as cost cutting!
1. removing small storage spaces in the dash! my wagonr has only a small cubby hole.
2. no clock
3. a curious fact when i bought 800 in 2001 it came with nut/bolt set for fixing the number plates, bu in the wagon r i had to buy them!
4. on factory fitted HU, cutting the USB feature
i don't know this fits as cost cutting!
1. removing small storage spaces in the dash! my wagonr has only a small cubby hole.
2. no clock
3. a curious fact when i bought 800 in 2001 it came with nut/bolt set for fixing the number plates, bu in the wagon r i had to buy them!
4. on factory fitted HU, cutting the USB feature
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