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    Nov 20, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Toyota Innova Crysta waiting period reduces to three months

    The waiting periods for the Innova Crysta GX+ and ZX are on the higher side.

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    Nov 18, 2024 12:31:00 PM

    New Toyota Camry India launch on December 11

    Ninth-gen Camry (XV80) will continue with a petrol hybrid powertrain, just like the outgoing model.

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    Nov 16, 2024 08:30:00 AM

    Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid waiting period reduces to ei...

    Dealers tell us that the waiting periods are lower at ground level.

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    Nov 15, 2024 05:45:00 PM

    Mercedes India to hike new car prices by 3 percent

    As per the brand, the price hike has been implemented due to higher material costs, inflationary pressures, and other...

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    Nov 15, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    New Honda Passport SUV revealed

    The new Honda Passport gets a proper SUV look with its rugged off-road Trailsport variant.

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    Nov 14, 2024 11:10:00 AM

    Mahindra XUV 3XO scores 5 star Bharat NCAP rating

    Mahindra XUV 3XO adult and child occupant protection scores are almost identical to the Tata Nexon.

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    Nov 12, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Tata Curvv waiting period increases to three months

    All variants of the Curvv EV can be delivered in under a month, say dealers.

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    Nov 11, 2024 05:34:00 PM

    Kia Syros name confirmed for upcoming compact SUV

    Syros will be positioned above the Sonet in Kia’s India line-up.

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    Nov 11, 2024 03:34:00 PM

    Mahindra BE 6e, XEV 9e interior teased ahead of November ...

    New teasers preview twin-screen layout for BE 6e and a triple-screen setup for XEV 9e coupe-SUV.

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    Nov 16, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Renault Kiger long term review, 14,000km report

    The Kiger leaves our fleet after almost 14,000 comfortable kilometres and a lot of memories.

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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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    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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    Poll of the month

    Which brand showed the best India-bound two-wheelers at EICMA 2024?

    Hero (Xpulse 210, Xtreme 250, Karizma XMR 250, Vida Z)

     

    39.71%

    Royal Enfield (Classic 650 Twin, Bear 650, Flying Flea C6)

     

    28.65%

    KTM (390 Adventure R, 390 SMC R, 390 Enduro R)

     

    18.41%

    Aprilia (Tuono 457, Tuareg Rally)

     

    13.24%

    Total Votes : 967
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