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India-bound BMW i5 to break cover on 24 May

India-bound BMW i5 to break cover on 24 May

MG Astor 1.3 Turbo Savvy Long-Term Review: Introduction

MG Astor 1.3 Turbo Savvy Long-Term Review: Introduction

MG to launch up to 5 EVs in India by 2028

MG to launch up to 5 EVs in India by 2028

BMW X3 M40i launched; prices in India start at Rs. 86.50 lakh

BMW X3 M40i launched; prices in India start at Rs. 86.50 lakh

MG to establish second assembly facility in Gujarat

MG to establish second assembly facility in Gujarat

Kia Seltos Diesel iMT First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?Driving convenienceStrong performancePracticalityWhy would I avoid it?Not a proper automatic optionNot available in GT variantsWhat is it?Overall Score7.5 / 10This Kia Seltos iMT version is currently the only diesel SUV configured with an iMT (intelligent manual transmission). Last year, we detailed its petrol-powered iMT version and...

MG Gloster prices in India hiked; base variant discontinued

- Offered in two variants and seating configurations- Base variant has been discontinuedThe Chinese-owned British carmaker, MG, has announced a price hike on its entire ICE range in India. With this, the flagship SUV, Gloster, has also received a price hike and the base-spec Super variant has been discontinued from...

Government of India proposes ban on diesel vehicles by 2027

With the introduction of hybrid and electric vehicles, diesel engines are slowly being phased out. Recently, a government panel proposed a ban on diesel vehicles by 2027 in cities with a population of over a million to promote cleaner mobility. The report also stated that there should be no diesel...

India-bound Hyundai i20 facelift breaks cover; gets ADAS

- Gets ADAS as standard- Powertrain remains unchangedHyundai has pulled the wraps off the facelift version of its premium hatchback, the i20. This updated model will go on sale in the European market soon, likely followed by an India debut later this year. The current-gen model was launched in India...

Maruti Baleno CNG vs Tata Altroz CNG: Specs compared

Until a few years back, if one had to buy a CNG car, the options were limited only to small hatchbacks or big MPVs. Moreover, the variant options were limited to either base or mid-spec variants. However, things have improved significantly over the last year and there are more cars...

MG Comet e-shield ownership package explained

-Includes buyback plans -Deliveries from 22 MayMG has launched the Comet in India across three variants with prices starting at Rs 7.98 lakh (ex-showroom for first 5000 buyers). It is being offered with MG e-shield package and here are the details of what’s on offer. But before you read on, do check out...

Automotive news

BMW iX5 Hydrogen EV enters low-volume production and testing

BMW iX5 Hydrogen EV enters low-volume production and testing"

- Pilot fleet of 100 units will be made - Maximum overall output of 401bhp, and range of 504km BMW has announced that their new iX5 hydrogen fuel cell SUV will now enter its next phase. With a low volume production of 100...

Tata Motors launches its first registered vehicle scrapping facility

Tata Motors launches its first registered vehicle scrapping facility"

- It has a capacity of scrapping 15,000 vehicles per annum- The facility is located in Jaipur, Rajasthan.Tata Motors has launched the Re.Wi.Re – Recycle, with Respect, its first registered vehicle scrapping facility, in Jaipur, Rajasthan. This state-of-the-art facility was inaugurated by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister, Road Transport and...

New car launches and unveils in India in March 2023

New car launches and unveils in India in March 2023"

With the onset of March 2023, the automobile segment is set to welcome an array of new sedans and SUVs. While most of them will get the mandatory BS6 Phase 2 update, two new cars that will be launched in the sub 20 lakh segment. Read on for more details.New...

Maruti Fronx spotted in white colour ahead of price reveal in India

Maruti Fronx spotted in white colour ahead of price reveal in India"

- The Maruti Fronx is expected to be launched in the coming months- Bookings of the model are open for Rs 11,000Maruti Suzuki is expected to announce the prices of the Fronx in the coming months. Ahead of its launch, the model has been spotted in a new colour on...

BYD and Axis Bank sign MoU for EV financing

BYD and Axis Bank sign MoU for EV financing"

- To offer financial products and solutions for EVs - Available for dealers and retail customers BYD India Private Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Axis Bank to offer a host of financial products and solutions to both its dealers and...

New Honda City facelift to be launched in India on 2 March, 2023

New Honda City facelift to be launched in India on 2 March, 2023"

- The facelifted City will get minor exterior tweaks- Will be offered in four variants at launchHonda Cars India is all set to announce the prices of the City facelift in the country on 2 March, 2023. The refreshed model has already been leaked via images on the brand’s official...

ADAS: A Beginner's Guide

ADAS: A Beginner's Guide"

What is ADAS?ADAS or Advanced Driver Assistance System refers to a suite of features that are designed to improve the safety and convenience of driving a vehicle. So how does ADAS work in a car? ADAS technology uses sensors, cameras, and radar among other systems to monitor the environment around...

Toyota India partners with Indian Bank to offer attractive finance schemes

Toyota India partners with Indian Bank to offer attractive finance schemes"

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has announced its partnership with Indian Bank to offer attractive finance schemes. The tie-up will provide innovative solutions to its customers, such as up to 90 per cent on-road funding, no processing fees, foreclosure, and part-payment charges.Currently, Toyota India has Glanza, Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Innova Hycross, new...

Mahindra Scorpio N to get RDE update soon; details leaked

Mahindra Scorpio N to get RDE update soon; details leaked"

- Entire Mahindra car range to be BS6 Phase 2 compliant in the coming weeks- The Scorpio N is currently available across 30 trimsMahindra is set to update its entire model range to comply with the RDE and BS6 Phase 2 emission norms in the coming weeks. Ahead of this...

Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus variant gets ventilated front seats

Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus variant gets ventilated front seats"

- Available for a premium of Rs 25,000- Prices of other variants remain unchangedVolkswagen India has updated the feature list of the Taigun. The top-spec GT Plus variant of the Taigun is now offered with ventilated front seats for a premium of Rs 25,000. Earlier, this feature was only limited...

Totally Worth-It Police Chase Ends In Horrific Crash, Cops Ram Disabled Vehicle

Totally Worth-It Police Chase Ends In Horrific Crash, Cops Ram Disabled Vehicle

A wild police chase ended in a violent crash on Interstate 95 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Wednesday after five teenagers fled the scene of an attempted car theft. All five teenagers inside the vehicle were taken into custody, Local 10 reports: Sky 10 was above the scene shortly after 8...

What Do You Want To Know About The 2022 Honda Civic?

What Do You Want To Know About The 2022 Honda Civic?

Ahhh the Civic; it’s the car of choice for everyone from street racers to folks who want an uncomplicated a-to-b machine that doesn’t ask too much of them. Such a versatile car is well-loved in the car community, and rightfully so. Honda let me have one of the all-new...

Audi Will Charge $85 Per Month For On-Demand Vehicle Navigation

Audi Will Charge $85 Per Month For On-Demand Vehicle Navigation

. Volkswagen . And now Audi is actually doing it. The company announced it would be charging to add features to vehicles over the air in what the company is calling Functions on Demand, reports. Audi has been teasing this for months now. from October of 2020 went into...

Let's Take A Long Moment To Open The Porsche 911 GT1's Wonderfully Complicated Engine Lid

Let's Take A Long Moment To Open The Porsche 911 GT1's Wonderfully Complicated Engine Lid

In the case that you recently spent on a and still haven’t figured out how to open the rear clamshell covering the entire half of your homologation special, DK Engineering is here to help. DK very kindly uploaded a user manual to your 911 GT1, all 20-odd of you. (Porsche...

MMA Fighter Gets A Tesla After Calling Out Elon Musk For Not Delivering His Tesla

MMA Fighter Gets A Tesla After Calling Out Elon Musk For Not Delivering His Tesla

The mixed-martial artist fighter Beneil Dariush had a big night on Saturday, beating a UFC lightweight title contender and solidifying Dariush’s status as a title contender himself. But, afterward, Dariush declined to call out a fighter he wanted next, instead, calling out Tesla CEO Elon Musk. That’s because Dariush...

Special reports

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...

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....

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...

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....

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...

Automobile information

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...

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....

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...

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...

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