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    Jul 26, 2024 03:48:00 PM

    New Toyota rugged SUV to enter production by November 2024

    Touted as mini Fortuner, the new small off-roader from Toyota will most likely debut later this year.

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    Jul 26, 2024 11:58:00 AM

    Ola electric car plans halted for at least two years

    The homegrown EV brand wants to focus on expanding its e-scooter business currently.

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    Jul 26, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    BMW looking at long wheelbase SUVs for India

    The BMW X1, X3 and X5 are currently sold in China with LWB layouts.

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    Jul 25, 2024 02:03:00 PM

    New Kia Carnival will go on sale as a full import initially

    New Carnival will be priced upwards of Rs 50 lakh at launch; local assembly likely to commence next year.

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    Jul 24, 2024 12:33:00 PM

    Tata Curvv diesel to get dual clutch automatic

    The Curvv is the first mass-market SUV in India to get a diesel-DCT combination.

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    Jul 24, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    New MG ZS SUV first spy shots surface ahead of debut

    The ZS, called the Astor in India, will go on sale overseas later this year; India launch likely in 2025.

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    Jul 23, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Nissan Ariya EV headed to India

    The Ariya EV from Nissan will be sold in limited numbers as a full import.

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    Jul 22, 2024 06:10:00 PM

    Xiaomi SU7 Ultra revealed with over 1,500hp

    Xiaomi aims to snatch Taycan Turbo GT’s Nürburgring lap record with track-focused SU7 Ultra electric sedan.

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    Jul 16, 2024 05:36:00 PM

    UP hybrid vehicle tax cut may soon be revised

    The party could end for private buyers with benefits being applicable only to commercial vehicles.

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    Jun 16, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Renault Kiger long term review, 11,500km report

    Fourth report: The Kiger CVT long termer is tackling Mumbai’s roads and crazy traffic with aplomb.

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    Mar 09, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Renault Kiger long term review; 9,000km report

    Third Report: Small niggles aside, our dependable Kiger Turbo CVT long-termer has been a happy mile muncher.

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    Aug 28, 2023 08:00:00 AM

    Renault Kiger long term review, 5,500km report

    Second report: The Kiger CVT is one relaxed commuter and makes the driver lazier by the day.

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    May 20, 2023 08:00:00 AM

    Renault Kiger Turbo MT long term review, 14,000km report

    Final report: After over a year, our dependable Kiger 1.0 MT long termer makes way for its CVT automatic sibling in o...

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    Dec 24, 2022 08:00:00 AM

    Renault Kiger RXZ Turbo long term review, 12,000km report

    Small glitches aside, our Kiger is still soldiering on.

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    Nov 05, 2022 08:00:00 AM

    Renault Kwid Climber long term review, final report

    It’s time to say goodbye to the Renault Kwid Climber, which proved to be a versatile city runabout.

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    May 30, 2022 09:00:00 AM

    Renault Kiger RXZ Turbo long term review, 7,500km report

    Third report: The stylish Kiger replaces the Kwid as my daily runabout.

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    Jan 27, 2022 09:00:00 AM

    2022 Tata Tiago CNG review, test drive

    The Tiago enters the CNG arena with a complete variant line-up. Does it have what it takes to entice the value as wel...

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    Jan 10, 2022 08:00:00 AM

    Renault Triber AMT long term review, third report

    The Triber AMT is arguably the busiest long-termer in our fleet right now.

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    Mar 29, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Feature: Behind the scenes at Centy Toys

    What draws serious die-cast model collectors to toy cars from Centy? we head over to the factory to find out.

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    Aug 31, 2023 05:35:00 PM

    Jayem Neo (Tata Nano EV) available in used car market

    Here’s what you should know if you are considering buying a used Tata Nano-based Jayem Neo EV.

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    May 05, 2023 06:13:00 PM

    MG Comet EV price, variants explained

    The MG Comet EV comes in three trims, all mated to a single EV powertrain option with a certified range of 230km.

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    Mar 05, 2023 09:00:00 AM

    Why did these fun to drive cars disappear?

    Cars like the Tiago JTP, Baleno RS, Figo diesel, Freestyle, the Abarth Punto and even the Polo GT TSI were some of th...

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    Jan 08, 2023 11:00:00 AM

    MG Hector facelift gets fresh looks and more tech

    The MG Hector has been given a mid-life update; we take a closer look at what’s new on the SUV.

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    Nov 04, 2022 05:34:00 PM

    Feature: Toyota Innova – Journey to becoming India&...

    With the new Innova Hycross' global debut just around the corner, we take a walk down the memory lane with the Innova...

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    Oct 27, 2022 08:00:00 AM

    Feature: Fighting fire with robots - Testing Mumbai Fire ...

    The Mumbai Fire Brigade now has two clever devices in its arsenal. Here's a close look.

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    Aug 23, 2020 08:00:00 AM

    5 cars badged '250'

    We take a look at the cars that have carried the '250' badged in either their names or designations.

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    Mar 07, 2020 06:00:00 AM

    Rolling Royalty: 21 Gun Salute Rally feature

    The 9th edition of 21 Gun Salute showcased the finest classic and vintage cars from India and overseas. We bring you ...

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    Would you buy a CNG bike?

    Yes, the running costs are too good to ignore.

     

    36.36%

    No, CNG comes with too many compromises.

     

    38.22%

    EVs are more affordable to run and greener

     

    25.43%

    Total Votes : 1290
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