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Trump's Decision To Reportedly Stop Funding The ISS By 2025 Is A Horrible Idea

Trump's Decision To Reportedly Stop Funding The ISS By 2025 Is A Horrible Idea

Russian Guy Crashes Armored Personnel Carrier Into Store, Steals Wine, Flattens Daewoo

Russian Guy Crashes Armored Personnel Carrier Into Store, Steals Wine, Flattens Daewoo

The Person Who Sent That Hawaii False Alarm Apparently Thought That A Missile Was Indeed Coming (Updated)

The Person Who Sent That Hawaii False Alarm Apparently Thought That A Missile Was Indeed Coming (Updated)

Don't Be Scared Of The Ducati Monster

Don't Be Scared Of The Ducati Monster

A Russian Fighter Jet Just Came Screaming Within Five Feet Of An American Navy Spy Plane

A Russian Fighter Jet Just Came Screaming Within Five Feet Of An American Navy Spy Plane

Hawaii's Missile Warning System Looks Much Worse Than You Thought

It was only Saturday when a false alert went out to cell phones across Hawaii warning that a ballistic missile was heading for the state – and more than that, it was “NOT A DRILL.” Officials later said that the employee who sent the alert , not fired, and, indeed,...

I Almost Feel Bad For The Guys Who Broke This Navy Helicopter

We’ve all been there, circling the parking lot, looking for just the right spot. And then you hit a curb, and you feel very dumb. I imagine that’s exactly how these U.S. Navy pilots felt after knocking off their $21 million MH-60S Seahawk’s tailwheel while trying to park at a...

Here's Why Space Starts At 62 Miles Up

You know that while airplanes fly through the air, they’re still technically on planet Earth. You also know that at some point, a vehicle could get so high up that it would be in outer space. That all seems a bit vague, but it turns out, space has a definite...

Dashcams And Doorbell Cams Capture The Big Detroit Meteor Of 2018

In what is hopefully not a sign from God regarding the future of the automotive industry as the Detroit Auto Show ends, what seems to be a meteor just streaked through the skies around Detroit, setting the sky ablaze and rattling windows. Luckily, there’s cameras everwhere, like this dashcam from...

Harley-Davidson Is Sad And Getting Sadder

Things are getting worse for Harley-Davidson, the maker of motorcycles that your dad aspired to ride. They will be closing a plant in Kansas City, Missouri, the company disclosed today, while reporting fourth-quarter profits that fell 82 percent (!) compared to the fourth quarter of last year. They also announced...

That's Not A Tank: An Explainer

There was a bit of confusion in the office today. What is a tank? As it turns out, many of the things that you think are tanks are, in fact, not. What you need to know is that what makes a tank a tank is not what the thing looks...

Automotive news

Volkswagen Polo Championship Round 3: Race report and results

Volkswagen Polo Championship Round 3: Race report and results"

- Oshan Kothadiya, Pratik Sonawane and Anmol Singh take home victories during Round 3 - Sandeep Kumar leads the overall Championship, followed by Sourav Bandopadhyay in second spot, and Avik Anwar in third position- The final round of the championship to be held between 11-13 February, 2022The third round of the...

Tata Safari top-spec variants get a new feature

Tata Safari top-spec variants get a new feature"

- Cooled seats for front and second row- Available in XZ+ and XZA+ trimsIn a bid to stay at par with the competition, Tata Motors has constantly updated the Safari with special edition versions and new features. This time around, the carmaker has equipped the top-spec XZ+ and XZA+ trims...

Jeep upcoming three-row SUV spotted with production-ready lights

Jeep upcoming three-row SUV spotted with production-ready lights"

- Expected to be launched in India in mid-2022- To rival MG Gloster, Skoda Kodiaq, Mahindra Alturas G4, and Toyota FortunerIn 2021, Jeep India enticed its customers with the Compass facelift and the made-in-India Wrangler SUVs. And now in 2022, Jeep is all set to bring in an all-new three-row...

Production-ready Jeep Compass-based three-row SUV spied testing in the snow

Production-ready Jeep Compass-based three-row SUV spied testing in the snow"

- The new Jeep Compass-based seven-seat SUV could be called the Meridian in India- The model is expected to be launched in India in mid-2022Jeep continues working on the Compass-based seven-seat SUV ahead of its launch in India that is expected to take place later this year. A test mule...

Five-door Force Gurkha spied with captain seats in third row

Five-door Force Gurkha spied with captain seats in third row "

- Likely to get front facing seats in all three rows - Expected to be powered by the existing 2.6-litre diesel engineThe rugged SUV from Force Motors, the Gurkha is well known among enthusiasts for its off-roading abilities. Currently available in a three-door version, its sales have been limited to a...

2022 Kia Carens 1.4T Luxury Plus First Drive Review

2022 Kia Carens 1.4T Luxury Plus First Drive Review"

Why I would buy oneAvailability of petrol and diesel automatic powertrainsUsability of Third-rowWhy I wouldn’t buy one?Polarising exterior designVague steering VerdictThe Kia Carens is the automaker’s entry into a relative niche segment and its only major competition is the Maruti Suzuki XL6. Over the XL6 (in its current guise) the...

Kia Carens first drive review to go live tomorrow at 6pm

Kia Carens first drive review to go live tomorrow at 6pm"

- Available in three engines across five variants- Expected to be launched in the coming monthsEarlier this month, Kia India opened the bookings of the upcoming Carens for Rs 25,000. The three-row model managed to gather over 7,700 bookings in a single day. The Carens can be had across five...

New car launches in India in February 2022

New car launches in India in February 2022"

In the current month, we have witnessed a slew of new car launches in both premium and budget segments. Before you turn pages of the 2022 calendar, the following is a list of confirmed and expected car launches in the country in February. Audi Q7 facelift The updated Audi Q7 will be...

2022 Tata Nexon EV spied again; gets rear disc brakes

2022 Tata Nexon EV spied again; gets rear disc brakes"

- A test-mule of the Tata Nexon EV was spotted with rear disc brakes- The updated model is expected to be launched in India later this yearTata Motors began testing an updated version of the Nexon EV earlier this year, details of which can be read here. Now, a test-mule...

Nissan Magnite exports expand to 15 global markets

Nissan Magnite exports expand to 15 global markets "

- Nissan Magnite export markets expanded from 13 to 15- 42,000 units produced in Nissan’s Chennai plant since launch - Accumulates over 78,000 bookings in India- 6,344 units shipped to international markets Back in December 2020, Nissan launched the Magnite compact SUV in India. Till December 2021, Nissan has accumulated 78,000 bookings...

I Really Think Williams Can Start To Turn It Around This Year

I Really Think Williams Can Start To Turn It Around This Year

Williams Grand Prix Engineering had some real wild up and down times in Formula One across the 2010s. Despite showing some promise in 2014 and 2015 with Mercedes power at the start of the hybrid era, the team dug itself a hole and has thus far not been able...

The Daytona 500 Was A Fiery Blast

The Daytona 500 Was A Fiery Blast

After just 14 laps, there was a Big One, a , ending the race for several drivers, which I didn’t see because I wasn’t watching. But then there was a nearly six-hour weather delay, and by the time it restarted — not long after 9 p.m. — I was...

McLaren Looks Like It Could Be Fighting For Wins This Year

McLaren Looks Like It Could Be Fighting For Wins This Year

I’m sure at least some of this is emotionally charged, but I truly believe that McLaren really has its shit together in 2021. Despite recent pandemic-induced money troubles, the Papaya Orange team has a new engine supplier in Mercedes, a new sponsor in Gulf, a new championship-caliber driver in...

IndyCar's Firestone Tires Made It Into An Episode Of NOVA

IndyCar's Firestone Tires Made It Into An Episode Of NOVA

One of my fondest memories of elementary school was when our science teacher was out for the day and the substitute would wheel in a tube television strapped to a metal cart and stick in one of my school’s few VHS tapes of NOVA, PBS’s long-running science program. I...

Force Indy, IndyCar's Diversity-Focused USF2000 Team, Signs Myles Rowe As Driver

Force Indy, IndyCar's Diversity-Focused USF2000 Team, Signs Myles Rowe As Driver

In December of 2020, IndyCar announced that its Road to Indy program would be bolstered by a new all-Black racing team designed to feed promising Black drivers, mechanics, and more into the top level of the series. Now, that team—called Force Indy—has signed its first driver: Myles Rowe. When...

Special reports

Types of car loans - New car loan, used car loan and loan against car

Types of car loans - New car loan, used car loan and loan against car

Types of car loansCar loans can make buying that dream car, whether it be a necessity or for leisure, way simpler. Rather than paying up a rather large amount of money up front, which could take years of savings, car loans can help you get the car you want/dream immediately...

How to manage a car loan - Tips and tricks

How to manage a car loan - Tips and tricks

How to manage a car loan - Tips and tricksYou have decided to buy a car and have come to the conclusion that you will need a car loan to do so. But the myriad of options are confusing and you have hit a roadblock. Here are some tips and...

How to get the best fuel efficiency from a manual car

How to get the best fuel efficiency from a manual car

IntroductionWith a country obsessed with the fuel efficiency of their car, we surely are always on a lookout to extract that extra kilometre from every drop of fuel we feed our engines. But seldom do we realise, the fuel efficiency of any car is dependent on a plethora of factors....

How to drive a manual transmission car?

How to drive a manual transmission car?

IntroductionIndia has predominantly been a manual-car market, but with the influx of automatic transmissions, the 'art of driving a manual car' might be in jeopardy. Nonetheless, owning and driving a manual car is still a dream for many. However, it’s one thing to drive a car and another one to learn...

Temasek, Warburg Pincus and March Capital invest Rs 325 crore into CarTrade

Temasek, Warburg Pincus and March Capital invest Rs 325 crore into CarTrade

HighlightsThe CarTrade Group, India’s largest online automotive group, has raised Rs 325 crore from investors Temasek, Warburg Pincus and March Capital Partners. It plans to use these funds for its expansion into the auto finance space and to invest into companies in the automotive space. Commenting on the fund raise, Mr....

Automobile information

Are BMW X4 good cars?

Are BMW X4 good cars?

　　As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, the BMW X4 is generally well-regarded as a luxury compact crossover SUV. However, whether a BMW X4 is a good car for you depends on your specific preferences, needs, and priorities. Here are some factors to consider: 　　Pros: 　　Performance: The BMW X4 is known for its sporty and engaging driving dynamics....

Can BMW i3 run on gas only?

Can BMW i3 run on gas only?

　　The BMW i3 is primarily an electric vehicle EV designed to operate on electric power stored in its high-voltage lithium-ion battery pack. However, some versions of the BMW i3 are available with an optional range extender, often referred to as the REx model. The range extender is a small internal combustion engine that serves as a generator to produce electricity,...

Can a BMW i3 charge at a Tesla charging station?

Can a BMW i3 charge at a Tesla charging station?

　　BMW i3 vehicles are not designed to charge directly at Tesla Supercharger stations. Tesla Superchargers use a proprietary charging technology that is specific to Tesla vehicles. Tesla vehicles use a unique charging connector and communication protocol that is not compatible with other electric vehicles, including the BMW i3. 　　The BMW i3 typically uses the Combined Charging System CCS or Type...

Are BMW 5 Series good cars?

Are BMW 5 Series good cars?

　　The BMW 5 Series stands as a well-regarded car in the automotive world, earning praise from both industry experts and owners alike. It has carved a niche for itself by blending performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology. Lets delve into the key factors behind the BMW 5 Series acclaim: 　　Performance: The BMW 5 Series offers a spectrum of engine choices, including...

Are BMW X6 reliable?

Are BMW X6 reliable?

　　the BMW X6 was a bit of a mixed bag, as is the case with any vehicle. It all boils down to factors like the model year, how well its been taken care of, and the driving conditions its been through. Since the BMW X6 falls into the luxury SUV category, you might find that its maintenance and repair costs...

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