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The Navy's Most Vital And Secretive Submarine Base Is In... Idaho?!?

The Navy's Most Vital And Secretive Submarine Base Is In... Idaho?!?

Watch George HW Bush Jump Out Of A Helicopter For His 90th Bday!

Watch George HW Bush Jump Out Of A Helicopter For His 90th Bday!

The Painful Truth About NASA's Warp Drive Spaceship From A Physicist

The Painful Truth About NASA's Warp Drive Spaceship From A Physicist

Watch Fighter Jet Crews Race To See Who Can Get Airborne Fastest

Watch Fighter Jet Crews Race To See Who Can Get Airborne Fastest

The Right Fighter For Canada Is The Super Hornet, Not The F-35

The Right Fighter For Canada Is The Super Hornet, Not The F-35

Helmet Cam Shows What It's Like To Launch A Jet From A Carrier Deck

The ultimate pit crew? Maybe, as the Slot Check is the last chance deck handlers and an aircraft's crew have to catch something wrong before the plane is hurtled off the deck by a steam powered piston at 200 mph. Check out what it looks like in first person in...

The Joint Threat Emitter Can Be Any SAM Site You Want It To Be

America's air arms are increasingly under the threat of a wide array of surface-to-air missile systems, search radars and electro-optical tracking devices, yet it would take an air armada to move all these separate systems to training locations around the globe. The Joint Threat Emitter takes care of this problem....

Can We Learn Something From The Defunct A-7F "Strikefighter?"

The A-7 Corsair II, known also as the SLUF, as in "Short Little Ugly Fucker," was a conservative balance of economy, persistence, payload, and technology, and its final design evolution, the A-7F, could have been the right fighter for the wars to come in the new millennium. The A-7 was...

This Is What A BBQ'd Russian 5th Generation Fighter Looks Like

One of Russia's Sukhoi T-50 prototypes had a very bad day recently, catching fire at the end of a test sortie and the resulting damage is pretty horrific. It is not clear what exactly caused the fire, but the PAK-FA program, although appearing to be moving along swiftly, has its...

Intense Air-To-Air Intercepts Off The Coast of US, Russia & China

It is really amazing how much tensions have increased among major powers over the last year, and this reality has manifested itself in newsmaking air-to-air intercepts now occurring regularly around the globe. Just last week, three major intercepts made national news, all of which were unique in their own right....

Watch Iraqi Mi-35 Hind Attack Choppers Take The Fight To The ISIS

This video depicts Iraqi "Hind-E" advanced helicopter gunships, of which the Iraqi armed forces only have a handful in inventory, taking the fight to the ISIS in Northern Iraq. A much larger analysis on the events currently unfolding in Iraq will be posted soon. In the meantime, check out this...

Automotive news

Toyota Innova Hycross – All you need to know

Toyota Innova Hycross – All you need to know"

Toyota Innova Hycross – All you need to knowIt has been over 17 years since the Japanese car manufacturer introduced the first Toyota Innova in India. And in all these years, it has been undisputed in its segment in the Indian market. The car did receive several facelifts and engine...

Tata registers over 20,000 bookings for Tiago EV

Tata registers over 20,000 bookings for Tiago EV"

- Achieved this milestone in just one month- Waiting period for Tiago EV is nearly four monthsTata Motors introduced the Tiago EV at the end of September 2022 with an introductory price of Rs 8.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and a booking fee of Rs 20,000. Though this introductory price was only...

Pravaig Defy unveiled in India; prices start at Rs 39.5 lakh

Pravaig Defy unveiled in India; prices start at Rs 39.5 lakh"

- Can achieve a top speed of 210kmph- Claimed range of 500km Pravaig Dynamic, a Bangalore-based EV startup, unveiled its all-new electric SUV, Defy, today. The SUV comes with a starting price tag of Rs. 39.5 lakh (ex-showroom). While it has commenced bookings for Rs 51,000, the deliveries will begin in...

New Toyota Innova Hycross to be offered in seven colours

New Toyota Innova Hycross to be offered in seven colours"

- The Innova Hycross will be launched in India in mid-January 2023- Bookings for the model are open for Rs 50,000Earlier this week, Toyota revealed the India-spec Innova Hycross, which is the successor to the Innova Crysta in the country. Bookings of the new-gen MPV, which made its world debut...

Toyota Innova Crysta Diesel to be sold alongside new Hycross

Toyota Innova Crysta Diesel to be sold alongside new Hycross"

- Likely to be re-introduced early next year- Could be available in limited variantsEarlier today, Toyota India unveiled the new-generation Innova Hycross. While the automaker stopped taking bookings for the Innova Crysta in August, the company has now revealed that the Innova Crysta diesel will be re-introduced and sold alongside...

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG variant-wise features revealed

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG variant-wise features revealed"

- The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG is claimed to return a mileage of 26.1km/kg- Will be available in two variants including S and GToyota Kirloskar Motor is on a roll when it comes to new products and updates. The carmaker introduced the Urban Cruiser Hyryder mid-size SUV earlier this...

Honda Cars India and IDBI Bank join hands to introduce new finance schemes

Honda Cars India and IDBI Bank join hands to introduce new finance schemes"

- Attractive finance offers on purchase of new Honda vehicles - Discounts of up to Rs 63,144 in November 2022Honda Cars India has partnered with IDBI Bank to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to introduce new finance schemes for prospective new car buyers. The initiative will benefit the customers with attractive...

Toyota Innova Hycross debuts in India; bookings open

Toyota Innova Hycross debuts in India; bookings open"

- The new Toyota Innova Hycross is claimed to deliver a mileage of 21.1kmpl- Bookings of the model are open, to go on sale in January next yearThe 2023 Toyota Innova Hycross has been unveiled in India ahead of its launch scheduled to take place in mid-January next year. The...

Pravaig Defy launched – All you need to know

Pravaig Defy launched – All you need to know"

- Powered by a 90.2kWh battery that generates 402bhp and 620Nm- Claimed battery life of 2,50,000km Pravaig has introduced its all-new electric SUV, Defy at an introductory starting price of Rs 39.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the vehicle commenced against a token amount of Rs 51,000, while the deliveries are expected...

Toyota Innova Hycross showcased: Now in pictures

Toyota Innova Hycross showcased: Now in pictures"

Toyota Kirloskar Motor pulled the covers off the new Innova Hycross earlier today, with bookings now open for an amount of Rs 50,000. Deliveries and prices of the model are scheduled to take place in January 2023. What are the highlights of this new-gen MPV? Let us find out through...

Max Attack Hillclimb Racer Somehow Keeps Going After Nearly Drifting Off The Hill

Max Attack Hillclimb Racer Somehow Keeps Going After Nearly Drifting Off The Hill

It’s one thing to hang a wheel in the dirt—it’s another thing entirely to take out the entire barrier marking the where the side of the road drops off in one dusty drift. And there it is. He saved it! He didn’t go off, or flip. He saved it. We’re...

Putting A Cupholder In My Race Car Is The Best Decision I've Ever Made

Putting A Cupholder In My Race Car Is The Best Decision I've Ever Made

I am neither proud nor ashamed of my coffee habit. I learned to drive in the Seattle area as Starbucks was well on its way to world domination, so I knew from an early age that a cupholder is one of the bare necessities a car must have. Even my...

Here Is Your Weekend Dose Of Racing

Here Is Your Weekend Dose Of Racing

Welcome to the Jalopnik Weekend Motorsports Roundup, where we let you know what’s going on in the world of racing, where you can see it, and where you can talk about it all in one convenient place. Where else would you want to spend your weekend? You seem sick. I...

Having A Frozen F1 Track Almost To Yourself Is The Stuff Of Slippery Slidey Dreams

Having A Frozen F1 Track Almost To Yourself Is The Stuff Of Slippery Slidey Dreams

Formula One’s winter test day at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya was snowed out this morning with no cars on course until the afternoon. For once, we’re not super jealous of the F1 drivers. Open cockpits are awfully drafty. Clearly, the driver sent to do reconnaissance laps had the better job...

Formula One's Much Awaited Live Stream Is Real And It's Not That Expensive

Formula One's Much Awaited Live Stream Is Real And It's Not That Expensive

For years, all Formula One fans have is a live stream of the races, and we’re finally getting it in the United States in 2018. It’s called , and it’s how we’ll finally get to stream F1 legally without commercials. Support series will be on the platform as well, and...

Special reports

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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