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2011 Jaguar XJ: First Drive

2011 Jaguar XJ: First Drive

2010 Cadillac SRX AWD: Mom's First Drive

2010 Cadillac SRX AWD: Mom's First Drive

GTI Pocket Rocket Demands a Bigger Pocket, Also $10,000!

GTI Pocket Rocket Demands a Bigger Pocket, Also $10,000!

1961 Corvair Greenbrier Wants $8,900 of Your Green!

1961 Corvair Greenbrier Wants $8,900 of Your Green!

Camouflaged Courier Conspicuously Courts $850!

Camouflaged Courier Conspicuously Courts $850!

1980 Volvocto for $2,250!

Dorothy had only to click her heels together to get back her to Kansas home. That probably wasn't as much fun as driving today's Lawrence-based Volvo, as I don't think Dot's shoes had a V8. A V8 engine will make anything better. Top Gear (the real one) put one on...

2011 Ford Fiesta: First Drive

At long last, the U.S.-spec Ford Fiesta is here. It is slightly heavier than its , but it's still the best small car you can buy in this country. Welcome to the party, America. Full Disclosure: Ford flew a host of journalists to San Francisco and put them up in...

One is the Loneliest Number for $35,995!

In poker, one-of-a-kind means you'll probably lose your shirt. But in the game of chance, being one-of-a-kind can be a benefit, although you still could go home shirtless. Shirtless isn't what comes to mind when considering the means required to be your typical BMW owner, and it was conceded yesterday's...

1985 BMW 635CSI Euro Thrash for $11,995!

Typically, when cars from the old country make the trip across the Atlantic, they get their cojones lopped. However, that's not the case with today's Bimmer, which should sound off like it's got a pair. BMW's halo coupe of the eighties today runs the gamut from sad Pick-A-Part cast off,...

Get a Hennessey Kick in the Asp for $39,900

One bite of an asp did in Cleopatra. Similarly, a turn behind the wheel of today's Viper may be enough for you to be bitten by its power, but will its price do it in? Not done-in maybe, but genuinely done to the nines, was yesterday's . Despite having some...

Toyota Starlet Sneaks Across the Border, Asks for $9,999!

Arizona's controversial new Illegal Immigrant law is gaining national attention. Also drawing attention is today's Starlet GT that's claimed to be here legally, but looks foreign enough to elicit demands of your papers please. Have you ever felt that the only thing keeping the early-eighties Honda Civic from achieving perfection...

Automotive news

Tata Tiago CNG – Real-world mileage and range tested

Tata Tiago CNG – Real-world mileage and range tested"

The Tata Tiago is currently available with petrol, pure-electric, and CNG powertrains. We have driven, tested, and spent considerable time behind the wheel of each version of this car. In this section, we are considering the CNG version, which was subjected to CarWale’s real-world fuel efficiency test as well as...

Maruti Wagon R on-road prices in top 10 cities in India

Maruti Wagon R on-road prices in top 10 cities in India"

- Is offered in two gasoline engine options- Can be had in four variants Debuted back in 1999, the Wagon R has been a hot-selling hatchback from the Maruti Suzuki family. The updated Wagon R was reintroduced in India on 25 February, 2022. Based on the Heartect platform, the new Wagon...

Maruti Dzire gets discounts of up to Rs. 14,000 in May 2023

Maruti Dzire gets discounts of up to Rs. 14,000 in May 2023"

- Avail of discounts on multiple Maruti cars this month- All the models were recently updated to comply with BS6 and RDE norms Maruti discounts in May 2023A few Maruti Suzuki dealerships in the country are offering discounts across the model range this month. These benefits can be availed in the...

Audi introduces the ‘Charge my Audi’ initiative for e-tron owners

Audi introduces the ‘Charge my Audi’ initiative for e-tron owners"

- Audi owners to get complimentary charging till August 2023- The new Q8 e-tron will launch later this yearAudi India has launched a new initiative called ‘Charge my Audi’ on its myAudiConnect smartphone app. This is a one-stop application to access multiple charging stations across the country along with many...

Production-ready Volvo EX30 spied ahead of its global debut

Production-ready Volvo EX30 spied ahead of its global debut"

- To debut globally on 7 June, 2023- It was teased at the launch of EX90Swedish carmaker, Volvo, has announced the debut date of its upcoming all-electric SUV, the EX30. The compact electric SUV will be revealed globally on 7 June, 2023 with bookings commencing on the same day. Now,...

Lamborghini Urus Performante Essenza SCV12 Limited Edition unveiled

Lamborghini Urus Performante Essenza SCV12 Limited Edition unveiled"

- The limited edition Urus is limited to 40 units worldwide- Reserved exclusively for Essenza SCV12 ownersLamborghini has revealed a limited edition version of the Urus SUV, called the Urus Performante Essenza SCV12. Limited to just 40 units across the globe, the special version is being offered exclusively to the...

Hyundai Verna Turbo claimed vs real-world mileage

Hyundai Verna Turbo claimed vs real-world mileage"

- Claimed mileage – Up to 20.6kmpl- Turbo DCT variant tested With the 2023 update, the new Verna gets BS6 2-compliant petrol engines. While we are familiar with the 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol motor, the 1.5-litre turbo mill is new and also the most powerful engine in the segment. It churns out...

Nissan Magnite attracts heavy discounts in May 2023

Nissan Magnite attracts heavy discounts in May 2023"

- The engines are BS6 Phase 2-compliant- Offers vary depending on the region Nissan is currently offering good discounts for its only car on sale, the Magnite in India. The offers are in the form of cash benefits, corporate discounts, exchange bonuses, and maintenance packages. These benefits are valid for a...

Volkswagen Tiguan prices in India hiked; gets new features

Volkswagen Tiguan prices in India hiked; gets new features"

- Tiguan gets wireless charging and park assist - Prices in India increased by Rs. 49,000.Volkswagen Tiguan price in IndiaVolkswagen Passenger Cars India has launched the updated Tiguan, with prices in India starting at Rs 34.69 lakh (ex-showroom), resulting in a hike of Rs. 49,000. The SUV gets a range of...

Tata Tigor offered with discounts of up to Rs. 35,000 in May 2023

Tata Tigor offered with discounts of up to Rs. 35,000 in May 2023"

- Discounts across MT and AMT variants of Tigor- BS6 Phase 2 update has resulted in higher mileage for the modelTata Motors cars discountsTata Motors is offering discounts on multiple products in its lineup in May 2023. These benefits are available in the form of cash discounts, exchange bonuses, and...

Mini Cooper S - Experience

Mini Cooper S - Experience

Introduction Minis are pretty simple cars despite the lifestyle image they depict. There are no surprises, they are all small, stylish and excel only on certain parameters, even if that means drawing flak for everything else. The all-new Cooper ‘S’ then is the obvious choice for anyone looking for a...

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C220 CDI

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C220 CDI

Introduction There was a time when buyers used to opt for diesel cars over petrol models considering the price of diesel to be lower than petrol. However, this trend will slowly diminish with the constant narrowing of the price difference between diesel and petrol. The importance of having diesel cars...

Tata GenX Nano AMT

Tata GenX Nano AMT

Introduction Even after the launch in 2008, the Nano has been a work in progress for Tata Motors. Where it could have been tagged as a convenient city car, the Nano became rather infamous as the ‘cheapest car’ that few wanted to associate with. Six years and many iterations later,...

Introduction The Lodgy MUV is Renault’s attempt at making a mark in the premium seven-seater segment that is being ruled by the Toyota Innova for more than half a decade now. Where most of the Innova’s rivals failed for reasons like brand value, ownership cost, ‘taxi image’ and even looks,...

Audi A3 Cabriolet

Audi A3 Cabriolet

IntroductionIt was roughly about seven years ago that I had a tryst with an Audi sports car which changed the course of my destiny. I had just completed my fifth semester of college and in that ‘make something out-of-myself- in- life’ mode I was interning with a publication. But it...

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...

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...

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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