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Biggest Facelift Yet For Ageing ASX

Biggest Facelift Yet For Ageing ASX

Toyota Supra TRD Concept Revealed

Toyota Supra TRD Concept Revealed

Fancy a Renault Duster Single-Cab Bakkie? [w/Video]

Fancy a Renault Duster Single-Cab Bakkie? [w/Video]

2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 Price Announced

2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 Price Announced

Lexus UX (2019) Specs & Pricing

Lexus UX (2019) Specs & Pricing

Facelifted Ford Ranger: Production Begins in SA

Ford South Africa has officially begun building the facelifted Ranger bakkie, with the first unit rolling off the line recently. The newcomer brings numerous updates and refinements as it tries to set the bar for leisure bakkies. The plant, located in Silverton, Pretoria has been churning out Rangers and...

New Volkswagen Jetta Powered by GTI

Volkswagen USA has used the 2019 Chicago Auto Show to show off its 2019 Jetta GLI. Featuring the same engine as the Golf GTI and brakes from the Golf R, the new Jetta sadly isn't coming to SA, but it's certainly nice to look at. Volkswagen has long been...

BMW M140i Finale Edition Revealed

BMW will honour the end of its unique rear-wheel drive hatchback offering with a special edition M140i. Since its debut in 2015, the M140i has offered something different from all other hot hatchback rivals, which are either front- or all-wheel drive. By remaining true to BMW’s traditional engineering principles...

BMW’s Unofficial M7 Now Even Better

The alternative BMW 'M7' has just gotten a bit better and faster for 2019. Alpina, recognized as an independent manufacturer by German authorities, has released the latest version of its B7, a fastest 7-Series you can buy. With BMW having shown what its next-generation limousine will look like last month, this...

BMW X3/4 M-Cars: All the Details

A decade after BMW revealed its first M-Division SUVs, the company has now expanded its portfolio of very quick gravel travellers. Details of the X3 and X4 M SUVs have finally been made public, ahead of their scheduled debut at the Geneva auto show, in March. Although the SUV configuration...

Toyota Reveals TRD Upgraded RAV4

The world’s third most popular vehicle becomes a TRD. Toyota has revealed a more adventure focussed version of its new RAV4, rather unimaginatively called the RAV4 TRD Off-Road. This TRD RAV4 is not meant to become a Fortuner rival of sorts, but rather a slightly more confident high-speed gravel...

Automotive news

Tata Motors bags order of 250 EVs from Aurangabad Mission Green Mobility

Tata Motors bags order of 250 EVs from Aurangabad Mission Green Mobility"

- Total 175 Nexon EVs and 75 Tigor EVs to be delivered - 101 EVs already delivered in the first phase Tata Motors has announced that it had received an order for delivering 250 EVs to the Aurangabad Mission Green Mobility (AMGM). This includes a total of 175 Nexon EVs and 75...

2022 Toyota Glanza launched: Why should you buy?

2022 Toyota Glanza launched: Why should you buy?"

Japanese automaker, Toyota, has launched the 2022 Glanza in the country at a starting price of Rs 6.39 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The updated model has been introduced with a fresh set of cosmetic and feature updates. In addition to the G and V variants, the 2022 Toyota Glanza is available...

Skoda Kodiaq: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day

Skoda Kodiaq: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day "

Specifications Tyre Size and Brand: 235/55 R18 MRF MarkusGround Clearance: 140mm Off-Road Gear: On-demand All-Wheel Drive + Off-Road Driving Mode Price: Rs 44.87 lakh, OTR, MumbaiIntroduction The Skoda Kodiaq is the seven-seater cousin of the Volkswagen Tiguan. The latter, of course, being a soft-roader that took us by surprise in...

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day"

Specification Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Tyre Size and Brand: 255/75 R17 BF Goodrich Ground Clearance: 217mm Off-road gear: Full-time transfer case with low range, locking front and rear differential, heavy-duty shocks, knobby tyres Price: Rs 71.81 lakh, OTR, MumbaiIntroduction The Jeep Wrangler bearing the Rubicon moniker is the undisputed king of...

2021 Carwale Off-Road Day – Introduction

2021 Carwale Off-Road Day – Introduction"

IntroductionIt is that time of the year again. That time of the year when we look forward to getting our cars and ourselves dirty. So, welcome to the fourth instalment of the mega Carwale Off-Road Day where we round up our favourite 4x4 and AWD SUVs on one big playground...

Mahindra Thar 4X4 Diesel MT: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day

Mahindra Thar 4X4 Diesel MT: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day "

IntroductionTyre size and brand: 255/65 R18, Ceat Czar AT Ground clearance: 226mm Off-road gear: 4WD with a low range transfer case Price: Rs 17.04 lakh, on-road Delhi The Mahindra Thar was launched in this second generation for the Indian market in 2020. Our car for the 2021 off-road day was...

Volkwagen Tiguan: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day

Volkwagen Tiguan: 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day "

Introduction Tyre size and brand: 235/55 R18, Hankook Ventus Slivo 2Ground clearance: 200mm Off-road gear: 4Motion AWD with electronically-controlled Off-road Drive ModePrice: Rs 38.41 lakh on-road Mumbai Introduction If the 1996 American action thriller film The Rock was pictured at the 2021 CarWale Off-Road Day, Ed Harris as General Hummel...

Production-spec Jeep Meridian to be unveiled in India on 29 March

Production-spec Jeep Meridian to be unveiled in India on 29 March"

- To enter production in May 2022- Will be manufactured in India with over 80 per cent localisationLast month, Jeep India teased the first image of its upcoming three-row SUV, the Meridian. Scheduled to enter production in May 2022 and launch in the subsequent months, the Meridian will be revealed...

Mahindra electric SUV concepts interior teased

Mahindra electric SUV concepts interior teased "

- To be unveiled in July 2022- Designed and conceptualised at Mahindra Advanced Design Centre A few months back, Mahindra confirmed the development of three new electric SUVs at the Mahindra Advanced Design Studio in the UK. The carmaker even teased the SUV concepts and you can know more about it...

Isuzu V-Cross: CarWale Off-Road Day 2021

Isuzu V-Cross: CarWale Off-Road Day 2021"

SpecificationIsuzu D-Max V-Cross Z 4x4 MT Tyre size and brand: 245/70 R17, MRF Wanderer ATMinimum ground clearance: 225mmOff-road gear: 4WD with a low range transfer case and shift on the fly capabilityPrice: Rs 26.93 lakh, on-road, Mumbai IntroductionHow do you make a Jeep Wrangler and a Mahindra Thar look less...

Here's A Crazy 500-HP BMW For Less Than The Price Of A Hyundai Sonata

Here's A Crazy 500-HP BMW For Less Than The Price Of A Hyundai Sonata

I'm not ashamed to say it - I love German cars. I think their styling, performance, and attention to detail are a big reason the auto industry progresses as quickly as it does. And due to our good friend depreciation, we can now buy , for way less than a...

Owner Gets Stuck With Repair Bill After Car Is Stolen From Dealership

Owner Gets Stuck With Repair Bill After Car Is Stolen From Dealership

I would love to only write about dealerships that go out of their way and throw away the "stealership" tag. But some dealers keep that label alive, like this Detriot Chrysler store who has refused to compensate an owner when his car was stolen off their lot and badly damaged....

This 1991 Acura NSX Is The Supercar For The Rest Of Us

This 1991 Acura NSX Is The Supercar For The Rest Of Us

According to our man Doug DeMuro owning a supercar isn't easy. You can't drive it in the , it cost a fortune to maintain, and it won't But what if you could have it all, the looks, the speed, and not have to second mortgage your house to keep it...

What's The Best Car For A High Mileage Driver?

What's The Best Car For A High Mileage Driver?

I drive more than 20,000 miles a year. My manual transmission BMW has taken a beating in both repairs and resale value. It's time to replace it with something else. What is the best car under $30,000 that can seat 4 comfortably, has good MPG, isn't a total bore to...

Ten Of The Best Modified Cars You Can Buy On eBay For Less Than $20,000

Ten Of The Best Modified Cars You Can Buy On eBay For Less Than $20,000

Modifying cars is an art. You're essentially saying to the engineers and designers of the car industry: "I can do this better". And sometimes, you're right. Last week , and here are the awesome cars you found. There's something to be said when the main picture in your car advertisement...

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 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...

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....

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....

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...

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...

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 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...

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