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For $800, join the band

For $800, join the band

For $24,900, this 911 has more than junk in its trunk

For $24,900, this 911 has more than junk in its trunk

For $14,999, it’s the perfect car for the E30-something crowd

For $14,999, it’s the perfect car for the E30-something crowd

For $6,500, it’s a big country

For $6,500, it’s a big country

Fiat 500C: First Drive

Fiat 500C: First Drive

For $2,750, you could pickup this Crown Vichero

Ford last produced the Ranchero in 1979, which coincidentally was the same year they introduced their large-car Panther platform. Today's custom Crown Vic is a super freaky melange of the two, but does its price make it worth picking up? Yesterday's may have been named - in its home market...

For $16,300, hello dolly

At 7,382 feet, the Pordoi Pass is this highest road in Italy's Dolomite mountain range. Today's Triumph Dolomite is set up for the track rather than the road, but would you have to be high to pay its asking price? As frightening as the prospect of the first full-chat apex...

For $16,900, Go Slow Pacer! Go Slow Pacer! Go Slow Pacer, Go!

Upon its introduction, some called AMC's uniquely styled Pacer the Flying Fishbowl. Today's wagon edition is a bigger bowl, but is there something fishy about its price? The E30 Touring was the most commodious of all the small BMWs of that era, although apparently not sufficiently so as yesterday's rare...

For $8,950, how Swede it is

Volvo has said inte mer to more wagons, so those of us who love them will just have to make do with the ones already out there. Today's 1968 122 Wagon is out there, but is its price far out? Yesterday's grey market proved to be far worth its asking...

For $6,500 — top down and brown, loaded up and Datsun

The Nissan Silvia was not named after poet Sylvia Plath, and owning one shouldn't be as tortured an experience as was her short life. The U.S. version of the Silvia — the 200SX, as represented by today's custom convertible, may be ode-worthy, but is this one's price too much to...

For $4,400, is this BMW 635CSI a Gute Fahrt?

There presently isn't a CSI Atlanta edition, however it's inevitable that every city in the U.S. get its own spin-off of that crime drama. Should that be the case, today's Georgia-based 635CSi could certainly star, but only if its price proves a key piece of evidence. Many consider BMW's first...

Automotive news

Kia Seltos X Line vs. Carens X Line: Which one should you choose?

Kia Seltos X Line vs. Carens X Line: Which one should you choose?"

Third matte jobKia has expanded its X Line of vehicles by now adding the Carens to the list. Kia now tops the list of manufacturers to offer the largest number of vehicles with a factory-produced matte paint scheme. The Carens X Line, as a part of the deal, gets a...

New Tata Harrier interior teased ahead of launch

New Tata Harrier interior teased ahead of launch"

Bookings to open on 6 October, 2023Likely to remain mechanically unchangedTata Motors has released yet another teaser of its upcoming SUV, the Harrier facelift. This time around, the automaker has teased the interiors of the two-row SUV. The bookings of the new Harrier are set to commence on 6 October,...

Toyota sells 23,590 units in September 2023

Toyota sells 23,590 units in September 2023"

- Registered highest monthly sales for 2023 in September- Y-o-Y growth stands at 53 per centToyota Kirloskar Motor registered a sale of 23,590 units in September 2023. The carmaker sold a total of 15,378 units in September 2022, thus recording a Y-o-Y growth of 53 per cent. The total sales...

2024 Skoda Kodiaq to be revealed today

2024 Skoda Kodiaq to be revealed today "

- New teaser reveals exterior and interior upgrades - Global unveil to take place at 10:15pm tonight Skoda has given us yet another sneak peek of the second-generation Kodiaq. Showcasing fresh exterior and interior details, the 2024 model features Skoda’s latest design language. Its global premiere is scheduled for later tonight....

India-bound 2024 Skoda Kodiaq second-generation unveiled

India-bound 2024 Skoda Kodiaq second-generation unveiled"

2024 Skoda Kodiaq unveiledAfter months of spy shots and teaser images, the second-generation Skoda Kodiaq SUV has been officially unveiled ahead of an India arrival in 2024. The exterior design is an evolution while the cabin is all-new and is shared with the new-generation Superb that will be unveiled later...

Nissan Magnite AMT unveiled: exterior photo gallery

Nissan Magnite AMT unveiled: exterior photo gallery"

- Magnite gets new AMT (automated manual transmission)- No changes to the design of the Magnite EZ-ShiftThe Nissan Magnite has been offered only with the CVT automatic transmission option ever since its introduction in India. And that too was available only with the turbo-petrol engine. However, the carmaker is now...

Citroen C3 Aircross launched; full price list revealed

Citroen C3 Aircross launched; full price list revealed"

Available in three trim levelsCan be had in five and seven-seater optionCitroen India launched the C3 Aircross SUV at a starting price of Rs. 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) on 15 September, 2023. And now, the automaker has revealed the prices of all variants of the SUV. The Hyundai Creta rival is...

Nissan Magnite AMT variants’ mileage revealed

Nissan Magnite AMT variants’ mileage revealed"

Prices to be announced in the coming weeksAlso available in a new Kuro EditionNissan India recently unveiled the affordable AMT versions of the Magnite. The compact SUV that is offered with naturally aspirated and turbo petrol engines, of which only the latter was available with a CVT unit. While the prices...

Tata Harrier EV spied on test; reveals key details

Tata Harrier EV spied on test; reveals key details"

To get an electronic parking brakeExpected to launch in coming monthsTata Motors is on a spree to update its SUV lineup in the second half of 2023. The automaker recently launched the facelifted versions of the Nexon and Nexon EV. Now, less than a month later, the carmaker is all...

Nissan Magnite AMT interior images: Features at a glance

Nissan Magnite AMT interior images: Features at a glance"

- Magnite EZ-Shift comes with AMT- Price to be announced soonNissan India has unveiled the AMT version of the Magnite, named EZ-Shift. This is in addition to the CVT variants that are being sold with the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol. This new configuration is being offered with a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated mill...

Kia Sonet 1.0-litre T-GDI Petrol iMT First Drive Review

Kia Sonet 1.0-litre T-GDI Petrol iMT First Drive Review

What is it?Why would I buy it?iMT tech works great with the turbo petrol engine, loaded with featuresWhy would I avoid it?Not the most spacious rear bench, ride quality on the stiffer sideWe have already seen the production-ready Kia Sonet in detail but what remained was the drive experience. We...

MG Hector Plus Diesel Manual First Drive Review

MG Hector Plus Diesel Manual First Drive Review

What is it?Why I would buy it?Feature list, second-row space, road presenceWhy I would avoid it?Heavy clutch, no diesel ATLast year MG arrived in India with a bang by launching the Hector SUV. It set a new benchmark in terms of features, space and technology. A year on, to expand...

BS6 Skoda Rapid Review: Pros and Cons

BS6 Skoda Rapid Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionWhat we have here is the BS6 Skoda Rapid. Currently, not the most popular body style, you’d agree, but the driving dynamics of this sedan have their charm. Something I’ve always appreciated through the years. But that aside, what’s really new in this car is what’s under that bonnet. An...

Renault Duster RXZ 1.3 Turbo Petrol MT First Drive Review

Renault Duster RXZ 1.3 Turbo Petrol MT First Drive Review

What is it?Why I would buy it?Peppy turbo petrol engine, Rides like a charm Why I would avoid it?Dated interiors and feature list The Renault Duster has been a familiar face in the Indian SUV market for nearly a decade now. In that time, there’s been a facelift, an AWD...

Skoda Karoq First Drive Review

Skoda Karoq First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?Sorted powertrain and dynamicsFit and finishWhy would I avoid it?Too priceyVerdictThe Karoq is appreciated for its fine amalgamation of nippy performance and sure-footed dynamics despite being a mid-sized SUV. Your senses are instantly pampered by the relaxing feature-loaded cabin, the pristine fit and finish, solid build...

Special reports

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...

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 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....

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,...

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 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 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...

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....

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