Apple won guarantees from the Trump administration that its lucrative iPhones would ship from China without being subject to tariffs, the New York Times reported last month..Seattle-based Amazon is concerned such tariffs would hit shoppers during the crucial holiday shopping season, the person familiar with the matter said.Alcoa said this week it will incur as much as $14 million a month in extra expenses, mainly from tariffs levied on aluminium imported from Canada, its biggest supplier. Amazon has identified a wide range of items, some of the high-value, the tariffs would hit and is assessing the potential impact on its business, the person said.Amazon is discussing industry-wide advertising campaigns and more extensive government lobbying.Amazon, the world’s largest online retailer and cloud-computing company, which could be hurt by tariffs on items sold through its website and components for its data centres, is discussing industry-wide advertising campaigns and more extensive government lobbying, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters on condition of anonymity.

The chief executive of Alcoa told investors on a conference call this week that the aluminium producer was in “active discussions” with the Trump administration, the Commerce Department and members of Congress about the elimination of tariffs or getting an exception for Canadian aluminium. Eissenstat could not be reached for comment.CLOUD PAINIn addition to the steel and aluminium tariffs already imposed, the Trump administration has threatened 10 per cent tariffs on $200 billion of Chinese goods which would affect thousands of imported products from furniture to network routers.Lobbying administration officials and members of Congress can be costly with no guarantee of victory, but some have succeeded. (Photo: AP) Big companies in the United States from Amazon to Toyota Motor Corp and Alcoa Corp are working to counter the effect of the Trump administration’s trade policies and to head off new tariffs. Amazon declined to comment.Amazon is not alone in the technology industry with its worries. Amazon Web Services is the company’s most profitable unit.

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While there is no difference in the rake and trail of the Apache and G 310 R, the wheelbase is 10mm shorter, at 1365mm, and the seat height is 25mm higher, at 810mm, in the former. As a result, the company claims to achieve the 0-60kmph stint in 2. Power to the rear wheel is transferred via a six-speed gearbox. The bike also features a trellis frame with a bolt-on subframe.5kg and to bring it to a halt, it gets a dual-channel ABS assisted 300mm front disc and a 240mm rear disc brake.The Apache RR 310 has been equipped with twin LED headlamps and LED DRLs that give it a mean grin, sitting below a large windscreen. With the Apache RR 310, TVS has made its debut in entry-level sports bike segment. The deliveries for the new bike are set to begin by the end of this year.93 seconds and a top speed of 160kmph 10,300rpm, which is 15kmph more than that of the G 310 R. In the process, the company has changed and optimised over 100 parts on the Apache RR 310 and tested over seven different fairing designs to not only make it look this aggressive but also to improve aerodynamics. Power and torque figures are the same as well, however, they are generated at 200rpm higher in the rev range.

The TVS Apache RR 310 shares a lot with the G 310 R when it comes to chassis and components. This includes the alloy wheels, exhaust system, golden-finished KYB front forks and rear monoshock that are set up on the stiffer side. It also gets a rather unusual vertically laid out all-digital instrument console that also includes a lap timer but looks a bit cluttered. The TVS Apache RR 310 sports 110/70-17 front and 150/60-17 rear Michelin tyres. The ground clearance is also decent at 180mm.Designed for the track, with relaxed enough ergonomics for daily use, the TVS Apache RR 310competes against the KTM RC 390, the Kawasaki Ninja 300 and the Benelli 302R.

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After the GST single phase motors Suppliers council meet on Saturday, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had said that in large vehicles where affordability of consumers is high, the cess has been increased. Even though we had a headspace of hiking cess by 10 per cent, it has been hiked by up to 7 per cent," Jaitley had said."Notification regarding increase in the effective rates of the Compensation Cess on specified motor vehicles will be issued on September 11, 2017, effective from 00 hours the same day," the Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) tweeted.The GST Council on September 9 decided to hike cess on mid-sized cars by 2 per cent, taking the effective GST rate to 45 per cent.

Against this, post-GST, the total tax incidence came to 43 per cent.An ordinance was promulgated last week to hike the cess from 15 per cent to up to 25 per cent.To fix this anomaly, the Council raised the cess.Also, cess on large cars has been hiked by 5 per cent, taking the total GST incidence to 48 per cent while that of SUVs by 7 per cent to 50 per cent.The GST Council on September 9 decided to hike cess on mid-sized cars by 2 per cent, taking the effective GST rate to 45 per cent.Cess on small petrol and diesel cars, hybrid cars and those carrying up to 13 passengers has not been hiked. Under the GST regime, cars attract the highest tax slab of 28 per cent and on top of that, a cess is levied.

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If they withdraw the benefit to hybrid vehicles, then people will go back to conventional petrol and diesel engines till the time all the infrastructure for electric vehicles are in place, which is not expected to happen in the next ten years," Vishwanathan added.Yesterday, Jaitley hinted that the tax rate on hybrid cars will not be reviewed, saying the industry demands were not in sync with a study conducted by tax officers.When contacted, Geete told PTI he would take up the issue with the finance minister.3 per cent. Hybrid vehicles attract excise duty of 12."He further said globally, hybrids are supported by governments considering their environment-friendly properties due to lesser emission and higher fuel efficiency.When contacted, Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers Secretary General Vishnu Mathur said it would not be possible to comment without understanding contents of the report. And, if necessary, it would come up for discussion. The tax incentives will boost the sales of hybrid vehicles," Secretary in the Department of Heavy Industry Girish Shankar said.3 per cent.

The GST Council has fixed 43 per cent tax (28 per cent GST plus 15 per cent cess) on hybrid cars, a rate that the automobile industry feels is too high for the fuel efficient vehicles. The fact that is being presented (by the industry), according to the paper, is not correct".The tax incidence on hybrid vehicles will go up to 43 per cent from the current effective tax rate of 30. Similarly, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Vice-Chairman Shekhar Vishwanathan said: "We would like to know the contents of the report that the finance minister is talking about. The automakers in their demand to the GST Council had sought reduction in the tax rate on hybrid vehicles to 18 per cent, arguing that they are much more efficient and eco- friendly but require scale and volume to become economically viable.Addressing reporters after the GST Council meeting yesterday, Jaitley said: "We have done a detailed study on auto industry demand and a paper has been made which will be circulated among members.

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The DZire is currently the most fuel efficient car in the segment and returns a claimed fuel efficiency of 20.9 kmpl in in the manual variants. Automatic climate control is available on both the cars but the DZire further gets smart keyless entry with push button start/stop, a feature absent on the Tigor. Apart from being the highest selling sedan in the country, it is also the second most sold car in India, with almost 17,000 new Swift DZires being sold every month. However, Tata has a new contender in this segment and is aiming to challenge the segment leader. Fuel efficiency numbers of the Tigor are not in yet but are expected close to the Tiago, which delivers 23. Here too, the claim of the DZire being the most efficient sub-four sedan three phase motors Suppliers is under threat.

The Tigor gets double-barrel projector headlamps with a smoked cover whereas the DZire only gets halogen headlamps.5 lakh, the Tigor is showing some serious potential (on paper).2 to Rs 6. Whether the notchback is able to maintain this performance in real life or not, we will find out soon by doing a real world head-to-head comparison. Automatic options with both the petrol and diesel really make it convenient for city driving. Stay tuned.SizeWith the Tigor, Tata has pioneered a new segment, which sits below the sub-four metre sedans. Moving to the diesel engines, the Tigor uses a considerably smaller engine than the DZire.Starting with the petrol, both are neck to neck with each other. Source: ZigWheels.28 kilometres in a litre whereas the DZire claims 26.3-litre diesel as well; the Tigor only has the 5-speed manual. EquipmentIn terms of equipment offered, the Tata Tigor is on par with all its rivals, if not ahead in some aspects. As in the petrol, the DZire offers an automatic transmission with the 1.

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The best thing I like about the new Achiever is its comfortable seating position and well-cushioned seat. The upraised handlebar and centre-set footpegs provide an upright riding posture, resulting in lesser ride fatigue. It’s just that simple! The technology is a boon especially in cities, where you have to stand still on traffic signals for several minutes. The i3S’ functioning is quite simple: turn it on and it’ll automatically shut down the engine after five seconds every time you stop the bike and engage neutral.Features:The most highlighted feature of the new Hero Achiever is the i3S (Idle Stop-Start System) which already comes with the Splendor iSmart and iSmart 110. According to company officials, the bike has a real world fuel economy of around 50kmpl, however, we shall be able to verify that only after a proper road test. It has been built on the same chassis as its predecessor, however, looks better when compared to the previous generation. The bike feels light while riding, easily flickable and easy-going in the traffic. The all-analog unit features the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and other necessary tell-tale lights along with a side-stand indicator. Cornering is not a forte of bikes in this segment and the Hero Achiever is no different. Country's largest two-wheeler maker, Hero, had stepped into this segment way back in 2006 by launching the Achiever.Verdict:If you are looking for an upgrade to your regular commuter bike and want a comfortable, reliable traffic cutter, then the Achiever may just help you achieve that.

The 3D metallic branding on the fuel tank and the good quality paint finish provides a little premium touch along with all matt black chassis. It delivers ample torque and fuel efficiency is impressive as well. Moreover, the system is switchable, so one can turn it off when not required.Another interesting feature is the AHO (Automatic Headlamp On), which is, in fact, a first-in-class addition. We rode the new Hero bike in the capital and here is our first review of the bike.Honda has been offering the CB Unicorn, which was recently updated due to its huge demand. If we talk about the fit and finish of the components, it's decent like any other Hero motorcycle and the quality of the material used for switchgear and dashboard is quite impressive. The bike gets a sharp, trapezoidal headlamp and the fuel tank looks similar to its sibling, the Xtreme. Overall, this is a much better motor and you can sense that while riding the motorcycle. The tail light is simplistic and gels with the overall styling, while the skinny 80/100 section tyre makes the tail looking disproportionate. bike.

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There is not any change in output as the bore and stroke remain the same and it continues to deliver 13. The bike gets a flowing design pattern, so the rear and side cowls look like single units. However, the skinny tyre makes smaller contact patch, which means lesser rolling resistance, resulting in better fuel economy. The suspension set-up is a bit stiffer as compared to the predecessor, resulting in a better ride quality.Verdict:If you are looking for an upgrade to your regular commuter bike and want a comfortable, reliable traffic cutter, then the Achiever may just help you achieve that. It delivers ample torque and fuel efficiency is impressive as well.jpg When we talk about commuter bikes and the first thing that strikes our mind is the 100-125cc segment. Cornering is not a forte of bikes in this segment and the Hero Achiever is no different. The long seat ensures comfortable seating for the pillion as well. The all-analog unit features the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge and other necessary tell-tale lights along with a side-stand indicator. Moreover, the petite 80/100 section tyre also restrict its ability to ec motors Suppliers carry more speed in the corners. According to me, the technology makes more sense with a 150cc commuter as they consume more fuel during idling compared to 100cc-110cc bikes. The i3S’ functioning is quite simple: turn it on and it’ll automatically shut down the engine after five seconds every time you stop the bike and engage neutral. The tail light is simplistic and gels with the overall styling, while the skinny 80/100 section tyre makes the tail looking disproportionate. Though, the bike remained in production, it failed to meet Hero's expectations. Coming to the price quotient, the new Achiever is available at Rs 61,800 (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the standard trim, while the disc brake version costs a thousand bucks extra. The transmission works well for a commuter and you can ride the bike easily at 35-45kmph even in fifth gear.6PS of power and a peak torque of 12. The upraised handlebar and centre-set footpegs provide an upright riding posture, resulting in lesser ride fatigue.

The disc brake was sufficiently progressive, providing a nice feedback, and we recommend you opt for this trim if you are planning to buy this bike. There is a decently designed graphic job on the bike, including the "Achiever 150" logo on the rear cowls and the "i3S" logo on the side panels. Hero Achiever 150. Though the bike doesn't look that exciting, its comfortable ride experience is definitely going to impress you.Engine and Performance:The new Achiever sports the same 150cc, single-cylinder engine that was powering its predecessor but now it is BS-IV compliant and more refined. Exhaust muffler is also new but looks similar to those stout units that come with the other 150cc Hero bikes. Moreover, the system is switchable, so one can turn it off when not required.Features:The most highlighted feature of the new Hero Achiever is the i3S (Idle Stop-Start System) which already comes with the Splendor iSmart and iSmart 110. The bike gets a sharp, trapezoidal headlamp and the fuel tank looks similar to its sibling, the Xtreme.When we talk about commuter bikes and the first thing that strikes our mind is the 100-125cc segment. The old-school type instrument cluster looks boring but it's easy to read and well positioned.Ride and Handling:The best thing I like about the new Achiever is its comfortable seating position and well-cushioned seat. If we talk about the fit and finish of the components, it's decent like any other Hero motorcycle and the quality of the material used for switchgear and dashboard is quite impressive. But there's another category of motorcycles called the "150cc power commuter", which has a few options to offer, and is dominated by the Honda CB Unicorn. It’s just that simple! The technology is a boon especially in cities, where you have to stand still on traffic signals for several minutes.8Nm. It has been built on the same chassis as its predecessor, however, looks better when compared to the previous generation. Hero MotoCorp is one of the most recognised brands in the country which is now trusted by 70 million Indians, which means the reliability is complimentary with the new Achiever as well. We rode the new Hero bike in the capital and here is our first review of the bike. Another interesting feature is the AHO (Automatic Headlamp On), which is, in fact, a first-in-class addition. The bike feels light while riding, easily flickable and easy-going in the traffic. Moreover, the company offers the largest network of dealerships, service centres and spare parts stores across the country which is another benefit. On the other hand, Bajaj also offers its new V15 at almost similar pricing, though, then again that’s a more a youth-centric product, instead of a choice of mature riders.

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