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New Audi RS3 teased with a ‘torque splitter’

New Audi RS3 teased with a ‘torque splitter’

New Ford EcoSport facelift begins testing in India

New Ford EcoSport facelift begins testing in India

Aston Martin Vantage Roadster commemorates 100-year-old A3

Aston Martin Vantage Roadster commemorates 100-year-old A3

Tata Tiago XT (O) variant prices start at Rs 5.48 lakh

Tata Tiago XT (O) variant prices start at Rs 5.48 lakh

Skoda Enyaq EV adorned in Sportline trim

Skoda Enyaq EV adorned in Sportline trim

Maserati Ghibli gets two special editions – Operanera and Operabianca

- Inspired by Japanese street culture- Follows the ‘Love Audacious’ special edition revealed from last monthMaserati and Hiroshi Fujiwara, the Japanese musician, producer, and designer have come together for a partnership to give us another special edition of the Ghibli. Presented in Tokyo, Maserati...

New Skoda Kushaq launched in India; prices start at Rs 10.50 lakh

- The Skoda Kushaq is available in three variants and five colours- Bookings for the model have commenced todayThe 2021 Skoda Kushaq has been launched in India, with prices starting at Rs 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom, all India). The model is offered with two engine options, across three variants, and five...

New Skoda Kushaq to be launched in India tomorrow

- The Skoda Kushaq will be available with two engine options - The model will be offered in three variants including Active, Ambition, and StyleSkoda Auto India is all set to launch the Kushaq compact SUV in the country tomorrow. The model will be available with two engine options across three...

Citroën partners with CarWale for last-mile delivery

CarWale has announced an official last-mile delivery partnership with French automaker, Citroën for its recently launched C5 Aircross SUV. This partnership enables a first-of-its-kind ‘last-mile vehicle delivery model in India, offering online buyers an option to get the vehicle delivered at their doorstep. For Citroën (L-R): Roland Bouchara, CEO & MD...

Skoda Kushaq to be available in two India-exclusive colour options - Honey Orange and Tornado Red

- To be available in five colour options, where the metallic Honey Orange and Tornado Red are India-exclusive options- To be available in two petrol engine options – 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSIThe five-seat Skoda Kushaq is based on the MQB-AO-IN platform, a variant of Volkswagen Group’s MQB-AO platform developed...

abSure - The dawn of a new disruptor

The Indian used car market has evolved drastically over the last few years. While every buyer today aspires for a new car, the combination of abnormally high inflation rates and low in-hand salaries has discouraged buyers from converting this aspiration into reality. This void between supply and demand is being...

Automotive news

Kia Sonet launched in India; prices start at Rs 6.71 lakh

Kia Sonet launched in India; prices start at Rs 6.71 lakh"

- The Kia Sonet is available in six trims and 11 colours- Bookings for the model commenced last month for an amount of Rs 25,000Kia has launched the Sonet sub-four metre SUV in India, with introductory prices starting at Rs 6.71 lakh (ex-showroom, all India). The model is offered with...

Tata Nexon emerges as first Indian car to be published on the IDIS platform

Tata Nexon emerges as first Indian car to be published on the IDIS platform"

- IDIS is a central repository of ‘Manufacturer Compiled Information’- Tata Nexon is the first Indian car to be published on the International Dismantling Information System (IDIS) platformTata Nexon has emerged as the first Indian car to be published on the prestigious International Dismantling Information System (IDIS) platform for End-Of-Life...

MG Hector dual-tone variant prices start at 16.84 lakh

MG Hector dual-tone variant prices start at 16.84 lakh"

- MG Hector Dual Delight is available in two colours- The variant is offered only in the Sharp trimMG Motor India has introduced a dual-tone variant of the Hector in the country, with prices starting at Rs 16.84 lakh (ex-showroom). The model, which the company refers to as the ‘Hector...

Kia Sonet launched: Why should you buy?

Kia Sonet launched: Why should you buy?"

Post much wait, Kia has launched the Sonet sub-four metre SUV in India at an introductory starting price of Rs 6.71 lakh. The vehicle is available in two trim lines – Tech-Line which offers HTE, HTK, HTK+, HTX, and HTX+ variants; and the first-in-segment GT-Line with GTX+ variant. The Kia...

Kia Sonet to be launched in India tomorrow

Kia Sonet to be launched in India tomorrow"

- Will be available in HT Line and GT Line- To be available with two petrol engine options, while the diesel engine will be available in two power tunesThe Kia Sonet is one of the most awaited launches of 2020. Amid much enthusiasm, Kia will launch the Sonet sub-four metre...

Ferrari Portofino M unveiled

Ferrari Portofino M unveiled"

- The Ferrari Portofino M receives subtle design updates- The model also benefits from a hike in power and a new gearboxFerrari has unveiled an updated version of the Portofino, known as the Portofino M. The model, which is essentially a facelift of the outgoing version, features updates to the...

Kia Sonet: Variants explained

Kia Sonet: Variants explained"

Kia Motors India has launched the Sonet in India, with an introductory starting price of Rs 6.71 lakh (ex-showroom, all India). The sub-four metre SUV is offered in two body lines that include HT Line and GT Line. Customers can choose from 11 colours including Intense Red, Beige Gold, Aurora...

Volvo Car Financial Services launched in India

Volvo Car Financial Services launched in India"

- Volvo Car India collaborates with HDFC Bank to launch financial services in the country- Customers can also finance insurance, extended warranty, service package, and accessoriesVolvo has introduced Volvo Car Financial Services in collaboration with HDFC Bank to enable buyers to avail finance. The service facilitates finance of up to...

Kia Sonet GTX+ diesel automatic and petrol DCT to launch shortly

Kia Sonet GTX+ diesel automatic and petrol DCT to launch shortly"

- Kia Sonet GTX+ diesel and petrol automatics will be launched around the festive period- Expected to be priced around Rs 13 lakh (ex-showroom, India)- Kia Sonet is priced between Rs 6.71 lakh to Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India)Kia Motors India launched the Sonet compact SUV today in India, with...

Fourth-generation Skoda Octavia gets a new 1.0 TSI e-TEC mild hybrid engine in UK

Fourth-generation Skoda Octavia gets a new 1.0 TSI e-TEC mild hybrid engine in UK"

- New 1.0 TSI e-TEC mild hybrid (mHEV) engine with 48-volt system- Available in two variants SE First Edition, and the fleet-focussed SE TechnologyThe UK spec fourth-generation Skoda Octavia now gets a new 1.0 TSI e-TEC mild hybrid (mHEV) engine option. The new engine comes mated to a seven speed...

2009 Acura TSX, Part One

2009 Acura TSX, Part One

Last week, we asked: ? No one said the . Smart. The wasn't exactly the car I pictured for my honeymoon, but the is currently off press fleets as it receives its new V6. After paying for a wedding without accruing any debt we were just happy to have a...

Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: $57,500 For A 20,000-Mile 1987 AMG Hammer?

Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: $57,500 For A 20,000-Mile 1987 AMG Hammer?

OK, so 78% of our readers believe the is overpriced at $69,900. We can see that, but we're going to present you with a much tougher call today: a gen-yoo-wine, low-mile Hammer! Nowadays, a 3,700-pound sedan with a 375-horsepower V8 under the hood is pretty respectable, but back in 1987...

2009 Acura TSX, Part Two

2009 Acura TSX, Part Two

Yesterday, we found out why you shouldn't take the on your honeymoon. Today, we explore the rest of the car, for richer and poorer. The boldest step the TSX takes, in any direction, is in the "plenum grille" styling. Unfortunately, it's a step in the wrong direction. In profile it's...

Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: The $48,500 Chevrolet Cheyenne Pickup?

Nice Price Or Crack Pipe: The $48,500 Chevrolet Cheyenne Pickup?

We now know that 77% of you don't like that price tag, but how about a genuine, no-doubt-about-it GM classic truck… at nearly twice the price? Back in '72, the Cheyenne option package on Chevy's half-ton pickups got you a nice plush bench seat in La-Z-Boy-grade vinyl, extra trim, sound...

2009 Zero X, First Ride: Fastest Production Electric Dirt Bike Ever

2009 Zero X, First Ride: Fastest Production Electric Dirt Bike Ever

The is so green that you can eat its battery. Luckily its performance is more appetizing; it's the fastest electric dirt bike ever. We teamed up with , where you can read about the business and technology behind the bike, and , for this review. Like the Wes and I...

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....

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...

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 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...

Automobile information

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 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....

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...

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