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The Legend Returns – A New Fiat Punto?
The Fiat Punto has been a very recognisable car over the past few decades and spanned across 3 generations globally. It was in production for a total of 25 years before being discontinued in India and some global markets. The popular Punto nameplate hasn’t been completely phased out yet and is still pretty well known.… Read more
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FASTag Update
The Government made FASTags mandatory from 15th December 2019 and so far, 1.68 crore FASTags have been issued across the country (as of May 2020). The Government is now stressing on people to use FASTags more than ever because of the pandemic, as they minimize the contact between the toll payer and collector. There are… Read more
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McLaren might Mortgage its Classic Car Collection
The pandemic has played demonic tricks on the economy, all the sectors have been hit badly. It’s like the industry just lost 50 percent of its health bar fighting this final level boss. The automotive industry has taken some serious damage and who knows how much time it may take to get it back on… Read more
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Jaguars, Motoring and Watches – ‘The perfect marriage’
I am no horologist, but I do now that crafting an excellent luxury watch takes precision, passion, and patience. An imbalance between any of the three fundamentals can have a devastating effect on the craft’s ecosystem. Those were some words of wisdom to enlighten you on how crucial the work of time-keeping is. The watches… Read more
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Oh, dear! Poor McLaren.
A thousand things and questions would have flashed across your mind as you read the title of this article. Then you re-read the title, proceeding ahead into the body for answers. You are curious, inquisitive just like a child who has just been opened to a whole new world where things like sarcasm, puns, and… Read more
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All you need to know about the new Audi A3
Audi has just revealed the second generation of the Audi A3 and what can I say, it looks striking! It has grown 40mm longer, 20mm wider and 10mm taller compared to the previous generation. Let’s get a bit more in-depth on the subject. Design The very first thing one notices in a new car is… Read more
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Maruti Suzuki Swift Sport – India launch possible?
I am very well aware of the fact that almost 100 people have already written upon this topic, but I am here to be the best not first. This article would clear virtually all your concerns on the ins-and-outs of the new Swift Sport spotting in India. Happy Reading! Introduction “Bbuuzzzz…bbbbzzz..bzz…” – what’s that you… Read more
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Maruti Suzuki – ‘The Untold Story’
Maruti Suzuki, a car brand that is known to many. You would hardly find someone not knowing about Maruti in India. Car-owner or not, it is a brand well-known to all. A brand as widespread as the black death in Europe during the 1300s. I get it, maybe it was not the best way to… Read more
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Cool Videos made by car companies to spread awareness on Covid-19
The world – “Oooh the Coronavirus is a pandemic! What should we do! How can I contribute?” Car manufacturers – “Observe. We spread awareness in the coolest way possible!” Here I have compiled a list of some of the best awareness videos by car manufacturers. I have given a link for most videos but failed… Read more
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Alfa Romeo has done it again: GTA and GTAm launched!
Let me summarise this article for you – ‘FLABBERGASTING MACHINE’. A true spectacle to behold. Now that’s that, moving on with the article. With the Geneva motor show being canceled so did the launch of many new cars (canceled because of COVID-19). Alfa then decided to go for plan-B and launched the Alfa Romeo Giulia… Read more
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All you need to know about Tire Rotation
Does it not get on your nerves when two of your tires beg for a replacement before the other two or when your spare wheel is not in the best state to do what it was meant to do in emergencies. Well, I have got you covered with this blog on tire rotation. What is… Read more
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MERCEDES-BENZ AVTR UNVEILED AT CES 2020
After all, Sony wasn’t the only company to surprise us with a car at CES 2020. Mercedes-Benz has broken limits to provide us with a concept car – ‘The AVTR’. It boasts a design inspired by the fictional universe where director James Cameron’s Avatar film is set (blue humanoid creatures), to show a new way… Read more
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Hummer returning – “crazy specs”
Since I wrote an article on the Hummer being resurrected which was was just based on rumors (You can read it by clicking here) since then new information has surfaced. So, I decided to give a short news update. GM – the Detroit automaker confirmed the plans for resurrecting the Hummer and teased us with… Read more
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Maruti Suzuki Ciaz S launched
Maruti Suzuki has launched the BS6 Ciaz along with a new sport model named the Ciaz S. The prices start at ₹ 8.31 lakh and go up to ₹ 11.09 lakh. There is no Diesel engine on offer as Maruti Suzuki is phasing out its Fiat-sourced 1.3-liter unit and the in-house developed 1.5-liter engine as… Read more
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GM to resurrect the Hummer!
News and rumors suggest that one of the most iconic cars of the century might be coming back. The Hummer is a brand in itself, you will hardly find someone not knowing about it. An army vehicle that was urbanized and found space in people’s hearts was discontinued a decade back when GM (General Motors)… Read more
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Sony Reveals its first EV – Sony Vision S
Surprise! Surprise! Sony has revealed its first electric car this CES 2020 and no one was expecting that from a brand that makes TVs, PlayStations and other tech. Once all of you have let that unforeseen news sink in, I am going to give you my opinions and an overview of the car. First coming… Read more
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Jeep Compass Diesel Automatic launched!
The FCA (Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles) launched the Jeep brand in India with the Jeep Compass as the debut vehicle in 2017. The car at that time lacked certain features that came in later like the sunroof. The Compass missed out on a diesel automatic too. The diesel AT then came in with the Jeep Compass Trailhawk… Read more
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Automobile(EV) Future – ‘BEVs or FCEVs’
With the global fossil fuel reserve to run out in a stubby 55 years (estimated) the question is drawn – ‘What will be the future fuel for cars and other vehicles?’ The first thing which comes to our mind is electric-vehicles. There is no doubt about the fact that EVs (Electric Vehicles) would be the… Read more
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Tesla Cybertruck – ‘Minecraft taken too seriously?’
Tesla, an American automotive company specializing in electric car manufacturing has just revealed its electric pick-up truck line up. The electric vehicles which are a brainchild of Elon Musk have revolutionized the automotive industry with electric sedans, roadsters, and semi-trucks being much better and faster than their gas-counterparts. Elon Musk (CEO,Founder of Tesla) has literally… Read more
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Škoda Rapid – “Solid Build”
Overview The Škoda Rapid was launched in India in 2011 and got a facelift at the end of 2016. Škoda is a Czech automobile manufacturer. The Škoda Rapid sedan is essentially based on the Skoda Fabia hatchback vehicle. The Rapid is offered in both diesel and petrol variants with a choice of a manual or an automatic gearbox, there are a total… Read more
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BMW X5 30d (2017/18 model) – “SUV Dynamics at their best”
Overview So, I am going to review the BMW X5 which was launched 2 decades back. BMW likes to call the X5 an SAV i.e. Sports Activity Vehicle instead of an SUV i.e. Sports Utility Vehicle. BMW has just nailed the ‘S’ in the word SAV completely! The car comes in 3 variants – 2… Read more
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2018 Isuzu D-Max V-Cross – “Road Going Monster Truck”
Overview So today I am going to review the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross, a life-style pickup truck. Isuzu launched India’s first adventure utility vehicle at the Auto Expo 2016 for those adventure seekers who wanted a go-anywhere truck, good practicality, and an appeal. Isuzu is known worldwide for its engines and the one in the V-Cross is… Read more
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno – “Hyped up swift”
Overview The name Baleno isn’t new when it comes to the brand Maruti Suzuki. While the older Baleno was a failure, things have changed and the Baleno which was launched in 2015 is nowhere near to the old car. The Baleno is sold through Maruti’s premium dealerships i.e. Nexa. The Baleno launched in 2015 took… Read more
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2015 Honda City Diesel – “Petrol Better”
Overview So, I am going to review the 2015 Honda City Diesel which is the 4th Generation City in its lineup. The very first City hit the Indian market in 1998 and since then the trust in that Honda badge has only gone up over the years. But as the 3rd gen City neared the finish line… Read more
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Fiat Linea 125S – ‘The exiled C-segment king’
Overview The Fiat Linea 125S launched in 2014 was a facelift of the Fiat Linea classic when the company started its solo venture in the market again, leaving the shade of TATA Motors. The new model featured the classic design with more power, a redesigned interior, redesigned boot, a lot of chrome treatment and a… Read more
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Maruti Suzuki Esteem – ‘Dragster Vibes’
Overview So, I am going to review the Maruti Suzuki Esteem. The Esteem was produced between 1994-2008 and since then has been discontinued. It came in with 7 different variants ranging from 4 to 6.5 lakhs and to my surprise even offered a petrol automatic as an option in the AX variant of this 4-meter… Read more