Volkswagen rolled out with its famous Beetle in Cochin on Thursday. It is one of its most famous models that has ever rolled out of a Volkswagen factory. The Beetle is an Iconic car that has been in the Volkswagen stable for ages.
The New Beetle sports a powerful 2.0L I4 petrol engine that generates 115Bhp. The engine is set out with a 6-speed automatic transmission and will give you an average of 13.5 km/l and also complies with the stringent Euro IV emission norms. It will come in as a two door four seat hatch and will be imported from Volkswagen Mexico factory. Advanced occupant safety is one of the key features of the New Beetle which comes equipped with 4 airbags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Stabilization Programme (ESP) and engine immobilizers. It is equipped with a 6 CD changer, power steering for better drivability, body coloured exterior mirror housings, tailgate handle and heat insulating tinted glass. The large 15” alloy wheels, ensconced in their flared arches, give it a higher and more commanding stance.The lights, refined lines, fresh color palette and new fabric seat covers are few details that are additions to the new Beetle. The Beetle is bound to set you back by around 23-25 Lakhs so get ready to break those piggy banks!

Times have changed..! and so has Kochi..!
A decade ago nobody would have dreamt that Nettoor in Maradu Panchayat would transform into a popular destination of global automotive majors. Automotive companies have set up their shops on either side of the four-lane highway far away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
One can see showrooms of MGF Hyundai, Audi Kochi, Geo Motors showcasing Mitsubishi vehicles, Koyenkco Autos and many more dotting the highway.Concorde Motors of Tata, Mahindra Renault, Nippon Toyota and Geeyem Motors have showrooms in close proximity. Volkswagen Cochin, Platino class -BMW, Peninsular Honda and Rajasree Motors selling Mercedes Benz have hi-tech showrooms to lure high-end buyers. Old war horse Ambassador too finds a place in the Geo Motors showroom on the highway.

Companies foresaw the growth of the calm and serene area and started acquiring land decades ago. Now they are reaping the benefits of that very investment.
Several companies have invested in land on either side of the highway. Once the much awaited Aroor bridge across the Vembanad lake is completed, it is expected that more automotive companies will open shops in Nettor alongside the Bypass .