Ultra-Cheap 'Nano' Car Debuts in India

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Published January 10, 2008 at 6:00 AM EST

Tata Group Chairman Ratan Tata poses with the Nano.

The Indian car company Tata unveils a four-seat automobile that will sell for just $2,500. The Nano would be available later this year, and is aimed at people who might otherwise purchase a motorcycle. Reporter Murad Ali Baig describes the car to Renee Montagne.

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