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Honda Civic is CNBC-TV18’s Autocar of the Year 2007
MUMBAI: CNBC TV 18 announced its car of the year along with a host of other awards in the automobiles segment. Honda Civic drove away with the CNBC-TV18 Autocar Car of the Year Award 2007, while Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi zoomed of as CNBC-TV18 Autocar Bike of the Year Award 2007.
The Awards are presented by CNBC-TV18 and Autocar, an Indian auto magazine.
CNBC-TV18 Autocar Auto Awards 2007 awards performance in the industry in 2006 based on a comprehensive set of attributes including design, technology, value and product experience.
Winners at the ceremony are as follows:
Car of the Year
Honda Civic
Bike of the Year
Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi
Best value for money car
Hyundai Verna
Best design and styling
New Toyota Camry
Best driver’s car
New Honda CRV
Manufacturer of the Year
Honda Siel
Component Manufacturer of the Year
Mico
Variant of the Year
Mercedes E-280
Import Car of the Year
Audi Q7
Technologically Advanced Car of the Year
Mercedes S 350
CEO’s Most Preferred Car brand
Mercedes
Best City to drive in
Delhi
Car of the Year -Viewers Choice
Honda Civic
Storyboard Auto Commericial of the Year
Tata Indica Xeta
The award winning automotives that were shortlisted by a jury comprising of car designer Dilip Chhabria, rally champion Naren Kumar, Autocar India, editor, Hormazd Sorabjee, automobile historian Manvendra Singh, India’s leading automobile historian, Auto Show, consulting editor Renuka Kirpilani, flight navigator in Indian rallying, Rajeev Khanna and Autocar India, associate editor Shapur Kotwal.
The Indian auto industry in 2006 saw the launch of international brands like the Mercedes E Class, General Motors’ Aveo, Hyundai Verna and Elantra. Renault, GM, Volkswagen and Honda declared their investment plans for India this year. Interestingly, its not only volume car makers who want a share of the Indian pie, but also luxury majors such as Audi and Rolls Royce.
Commenting on the CNBC-TV18 Autocar Auto Awards 2007, a spokesperson of CNBC-TV18 said, “Since inception, the processes and expertise behind these awards ensure that they truly reflect the choices & sentiments of all stakeholders and justify their stature as benchmarks in Auto excellence. Not surprisingly, the CNBC TV-18 Autocar Auto Awards are the most trusted word on automobiles for consumers, manufacturers and auto experts alike. This year will be another valuable addition to that legacy”.
Additionally, like last year, TNS honored the front-runners of the 2006 Total Customer Satisfaction studies in the four-wheeler and two-wheeler segments. The most trusted brands in the Indian automotive industry were awarded the ‘TNS Voice of the Customer Award’.
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BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in biggest overhaul in 15 years
Cost pressures and leadership change drive major workforce reduction plan
LONDON: BBC has unveiled plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs, roughly 10 per cent of its global workforce, in what marks its biggest downsizing in 15 years.
The announcement was made during an all-staff meeting led by interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies, as the broadcaster moves to tackle mounting financial pressures and reshape its operations.
Between 1,800 and 2,000 roles are expected to be eliminated from a workforce of around 21,500. The cuts form part of a broader plan to save £500 million over the next two years, aimed at offsetting rising costs, stagnating licence fee income and weaker commercial revenues.
In a communication to staff, BBC interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said, “I know this creates real uncertainty, but we wanted to be open about the challenge,” acknowledging the impact the move would have across the organisation.
The restructuring comes at a time of leadership transition. Former director-general Tim Davie stepped down earlier this month, with Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, set to take over the role on May 18, 2026.
While some cost-cutting measures are being implemented immediately, the majority of the structural changes are expected to roll out over the next few years, with full savings targeted by the 2027–2028 financial year.
The broadcaster had earlier signalled its intent to reduce its cost base by around 10 per cent over a three-year period, warning of “difficult choices” as it adapts to shifting economic realities and audience expectations.
With operating costs hovering around £6 billion annually, the BBC’s latest move underscores the scale of the financial challenge it faces, as it balances public service commitments with the need for long-term sustainability in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
