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    Feb 06, 2025 06:04:00 PM

    Volkswagen entry level EV teased ahead of 2027 global debut

    This entry-level VW EV will not be coming to our market as the German brand is working on an India-specific IMP platf...

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    Feb 03, 2025 05:59:00 PM

    VW Tiguan, Taigun, Virtus get up to Rs 4.2 lakh off on MY...

    VW Taigun and Virtus get up to Rs 80,000 in benefits on fresh MY2025 units.

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    Feb 03, 2025 01:05:00 PM

    Volkswagen sues Indian authorities for USD 1.4 billion ta...

    Indian authorities had imposed a tax notice on VW India last September over import duty issues.

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    Jan 31, 2025 01:00:00 PM

    Lexus Surf LX concept revealed with beach-inspired upgrades

    Lexus Surf LX gets unique exterior and interior shades and surfboard racks, among other bits.

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    Jan 29, 2025 02:04:00 PM

    Audi Q6 e-tron offroad concept revealed with portal axles

    The rugged 510hp electric SUV concept sits 160mm higher than the standard Audi Q6 e-tron.

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    Jan 28, 2025 12:58:00 PM

    Made in India Suzuki Jimny 5-door to launch in Japan this...

    Jimny 5-door will be called “Jimny Nomade” in Japan; it will be sold alongside the locally made 3-door it...

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    Jan 27, 2025 05:28:00 PM

    Government proposes doubling tax rebate for scrapping BS-...

    Currently, there are more than 60 registered vehicle scrapping facilities in India.

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    Jan 27, 2025 04:30:00 PM

    Honda ZR-V hybrid being considered for India launch

    Honda ZR-V with petrol-hybrid powertrain delivers a combined output of around 180hp.

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    Jan 27, 2025 01:00:00 PM

    Next-gen Toyota RAV4 leaked ahead of debut

    Sixth-gen RAV4 to get edgy styling with Camry-like design cues.

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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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    Nov 21, 2024 03:29:00 PM

    Why Maruti’s Dzire was tested by GNCAP and not BNCAP

    The made-in-India Dzire is a global product.

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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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    Given their overlapping prices and features, which Kia SUV would you choose?

    Seltos: larger with better road presence

     

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