Autos

Five driving habits that are secretly killing your car/bike's fuel efficiency

This pattern is often seen in daily driving, where drivers remain in lower gears such as second or third for extended periods, delay upshifts, or continue in higher gears at low speeds. Such habits are more frequent in city conditions with uneven traffic flow. The effect is more pronounced in stop-and-go traffic, where frequent speed changes require timely gear shifts.

An electric SUV brings a built-in wine cooler to the cabin

A closer look inside an electric SUV highlights an unusual cabin feature: a wine cooler. The vehicle’s “land yacht” theme puts the emphasis on luxury and onboard amenities. The cooler provides a concrete example of how that theme carries into the interior.

These 5 car maintenance mistakes are quietly killing your car

These five common car maintenance mistakes quietly damage engines, tyres, brakes and electrical systems in Indian driving conditions. Learn how routine neglect raises fuel use, repair costs and reliability risks, reducing vehicle life and resale value over time.

China’s oil dependence is dropping fast. What changed?

China’s electric vehicle boom is changing its car market and could accelerate a decline in oil demand. Elon Musk highlighted the shift on Friday, saying China’s “dependency on oil is dropping fast” in a post on X. He was responding to a post pointing to a sharp fall in the share of conventional petrol and diesel cars in China’s market.The shift comes as electric vehicles take a growing share of car sales and forecasts point to a third...

Mahindra Thar OG review: Still got attitude, but now has better manners

Mahindra Thar OG review: Better brakes, improved road manners, and a more premium cabin, without losing its character.

Flying cars are here? Elon Musk shows Tesla Roadster flying through air in stunning demo

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unveiled a stunning demonstration of the next-generation Roadster, featuring an electric sports car driving upside down, briefly flying through the air and landing safely. The event took place at a SpaceX facility in McGregor, Texas, nearly nine years after Tesla first announced the model. Musk says the car uses a high-pressure air tank and specially designed thrusters to lift off the ground. Tesla also claims the Roadster can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 0.81 seconds, deliver a range of around 300 miles and exceed 230 mph in top speed. The company lists three versions: Performance, Thrust and Rocket.

Kevin McCloud: Why I’ll never buy a new electric car

The Grand Designs star – out on the road in a new TV show – has owned EVs before but is sceptical about their future

Sharvari, Neeraj Chopra and Ravi Shastri launch new Audi Q3 luxury SUV

A star-studded affair, with personalities from different fields in attendance, marked Audi’s launch of its new Q3 in India. Actress Sharvari unveiled the car alongside Neeraj Chopra and Ravi Shastri. The Audi Q3 is the brand’s most important car in India and starts at Rs 51.9 lakh. Compared with the previous model, the price increase is not significant. New Design And Features The new Audi Q3 features an all-new design language and is larger...

Model changes oil in her 2005 GMC Yukon XL

Rachel Pizzolato tackles an oil change on her 2005 GMC Yukon XL.

Finding your perfect automatic under 15 lakh

Gearbox choices matter: AMTs are affordable but can feel jerky; CVTs and torque converters offer smoother shifts, while DCTs deliver quick performance for enthusiasts. Match use to model: City drivers may prefer CVTs or torque converters, while highway travellers benefit from torque converters or DCTs paired with responsive engines. Think long-term: Maintenance costs vary by transmission type; choosing the right gearbox can balance comfort, reliability, and running costs over years.

Hyundai unveils Bayon N Line and Tucson N Line at Paris show

Sporty debut: Hyundai revealed the Bayon N Line and Tucson N Line at the Paris Auto Show with aggressive styling and performance-focused details. Different engines: European Bayon N Line gets turbo-petrol and planned hybrid, unlike India's naturally aspirated petrol and future CNG option. Tech-rich cabins: Both N Line models feature dual displays, connected tech, premium audio, and comfort upgrades such as heated seats and panoramic sunroofs.

Skoda Slavia facelift: 5 key highlights you need to know

The Skoda Slavia facelift brings an eight-speed automatic, rear-seat massage, updated styling, Google-powered AI features, a 360-degree camera and six variants, with prices starting at Rs 9.99 lakh.

Abandoned Ford Mustang gets first wash in 18 years

The car restoration experts at WD Detailing perform a thorough cleaning on a classic muscle car that had been left untouched for nearly two decades.

Car registered to teen who planned mass shooting at Aurora was at the parking lot of Hindu temple; Balaji temple issues statement

A car registered to Alexandros Paporakis, a 19-year-old Greek-American, accused of planning a mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, a suburb of Chicago, entered the building's parking lot on Sunday, hours before he was arrested near his home. Paporakis told a colleague that he had to leave because his gun jammed and nobody could see him. But h...

Are naturally aspirated engines losing their charm to turbos?

Turbo-petrol engines are rapidly finding their way into smaller, more affordable cars, promising stronger performance from smaller capacities. But as turbos rise, naturally aspirated engines face an interesting question.

She was told she was 'too old to drive'. She now drives an Audi and a truck

Vidya Kaur first approached a local driving school, but they turned her away, saying her age made it difficult for her to handle busy roads.

Turning a $500 ranger into a $150,000 Baja truck... then tragedy struck

Donut takes a hard look back at the Ranger build that started as a $500 work truck and turned into a $150,000 desert racing machine. The goal was to create a Baja-ready weapon, but the desert punished every weak point—radius arms snapped, alternators failed, body panels cracked, and parts shook loose. The biggest lesson was simple: without real endurance testing, even expensive builds will break. Despite the chaos, the Baja Blaster still managed to finish and take first in class. Now they’re rebuilding the weak points and planning to race it again.

The most obscure SUVs ever made

When was the last time you spotted an Alfa Romeo Matta on your commute?

Rolls-Royce expects double-digit growth in India

CHENNAI: Rolls-Royce Motor Cars expects to grow in double-digit in India in the current year as it is seeing strong demand among buyers who are in their 40s. Julian Jenkins, Director of Sales and Brand at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said on Thursday, “We are expecting a double-digit growth in the current year as we are witnessing average age of Rolls-R...

BMW X5 takes on a tight Nürburgring corner

A black BMW X5 enters a tight Nürburgring bend behind an older white BMW. The SUV’s performance-focused wheels, quad exhausts, and aggressive styling contrast with the classic car ahead. Red-and-white kerbs mark the corner’s apex. The image captures an unusual fast-lap pairing on the demanding circuit.

Anand Mahindra shares video showing how Mahindra vehicles evolved over the years: 'Pretty cool use of AI'

The creator of the video was identified in a Nation Press report as Torque Reborn, a fan creator who produced the video as a tribute to Mahindra's automotive history.

If I were buying the Honda Elevate, this is the variant I would pick

The Honda Elevate ZX variant stands out with key safety upgrades, including Honda Sensing, a large touchscreen, and enhanced comfort features. Although the ZX+ adds luxury features like a 360-degree camera, the ZX represents a balanced choice for those seeking essential improvements.

BS-IV and older trucks, buses to face Delhi entry ban from November 1

Police urged transporters, tour operators and drivers to check their vehicles' emission standards and registration documents before heading to Delhi. Violations will attract fines and legal action, they added.

Understated cars that are secretly quick

These cars are seriously quick without bragging about it - let's take a look at the ultimate Q cars

30 of the world's most controversial car engines

Engines can be good, bad, or somewhere in between. But others are hard to put in a set box, for a variety of reasons…

Farce and furious: Ferrari owner is left fuming when he gets his supercar stuck in a narrow alley

Aymeric Grassart was on his way to a restaurant when he stumbled across the bright red Ferrari Roma blocking the narrow cobbled lane (pictured) on Saturday, October 3.

They found a rare 130,000-pound machine - then faced a nightmare getting it onto a trailer

HeavyDSparks takes on the recovery of a massive, rare Poclain excavator weighing approximately 130,000 pounds. With an old V12 diesel engine and years of uncertainty surrounding its condition, getting it running is only the first challenge. Loading and transporting the enormous machine pushes the crew and their specialized equipment to the limit.

Ferrari's controversial Luce EV to make India debut on October 17

Ferrari Luce is the first EV of the brand and is capable of achieving a top speed of 310 kmph with 1035 bhp.

How to check your car's mileage? Know the most accurate method

According to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, only authorised dealer equipment can accurately measure fuel efficiency. While dashboard readings have limitations, motorists can still estimate real-world mileage with reasonable accuracy using the right methods.

Canadian rapper Drake shows off one-off 1999 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen

Drake has added a one-off modified 1999 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen to his collection of cars that includes rare Rolls-Royce and Mercedes-Benz cars.

Automatic gearbox stuck? 5 simple hacks every driver should know before calling a tow truck

If your automatic gearbox gets stuck, don’t panic. The issue is often linked to a faulty brake switch, shift lock system, low transmission fluid, or electronic glitches. Simple checks like using the shift lock release or restarting the car can help temporarily, but professional inspection is recommended.

5 cars under ₹15 lakh I would buy if I planned to keep it for 10 years

Five cars under ₹15 lakh that offer reliability, good engineering and proven capability, making them sensible picks for those planning decade-long ownership.

The cars with the largest engines ever made

As the motor industry embraces downsizing, we look at all the cars from past and present that headed in the other direction

Common driving mistakes that damage your car’s braking system and how to avoid them

The braking system is the most important safety feature in any car. Although problems with comfort systems like air conditioning, infotainment systems, and power windows may be annoying, a small problem with the brakes can be life-threatening. The brakes are responsible not only for stopping the vehicle but also for controlling it, and they have to...

Switching from manual to automatic car - five things every driver should know

Switching from a manual car to an automatic after 15 years requires small but important habit changes. Drivers must retrain their left foot, understand creep mode, use the correct gear selector, brake before shifting, and anticipate slight acceleration delays. Once adapted, automatic driving becomes smoother and stress-free.

GK: Why do car speedometers go up to 220 km/h even though you can't drive that fast?

Ever noticed that even a modest hatchback capable of a top speed of around 150 km/h often has a speedometer that stretches all the way to 220 km/h or even 240 km/h? It’s a detail most drivers overlook, but there’s a fascinating reason why carmakers do it.The biggest reason is standardisation. Instead of designing a different speedometer for every variant of a car, manufacturers often use the same instrument cluster across multiple models. A higher-performance version of the same vehicle may actually be capable of much higher speeds, making it more economical to use one speedometer for the entire range.There’s also a technical reason. Speedometers are designed to be most accurate in the speed range where people drive the most—typically between 40 km/h and 120 km/h. If the dial ended at 140 km/h, the markings would be packed too closely together, making it harder to read your speed quickly. Extending the scale to 220 km/h allows for better spacing and easier readability.Psychology plays a role too. For decades, automakers have associated higher numbers with performance. Even if a car can never reach 220 km/h, a speedometer with a higher limit subtly gives the impression of a more capable, premium vehicle. It’s one reason sports cars often have speedometers reading 300 km/h or more, even though very few owners will ever see those speeds.In India, the reality is very different. Most expressways have speed limits ranging from 100 to 120 km/h, while city roads allow much lower speeds. Driving anywhere close to 220 km/h would not only be illegal on public roads but also extremely dangerous. In everyday use, most drivers spend almost all their time well below the halfway mark on the dial.So, the next time you glance at your car’s speedometer and wonder why it promises speeds you’ll probably never achieve, remember: it’s less about encouraging fast driving and more about manufacturing efficiency, better instrument design and a little bit of automotive psychology. It’s one of those tiny details hiding in plain sight that most of us never stop to question.

Watch what happens when a car outruns the wind behind it

It sounds impossible: a vehicle powered only by wind traveling faster than the wind itself. But with a clever design using wheels and a propeller, this machine extracts energy from the moving air in an unexpected way. Instead of acting like a sail, the propeller pushes air backward, allowing the vehicle to accelerate beyond wind speed. The result is a counterintuitive demonstration that challenges how most people think about motion and energy.

Unusual car designs from Germany

A look at some of the most intriguing models to ever come from Germany

Toyota Glanza VS Tata Altroz: Spec comparison

The Glanza was launched in India on 14 October

Car stranded as rain inundates Bengalurus Panathur railway underbridge

Bengaluru, Oct 16 (PTI) Brief rain inundated Bengaluru’s Panathur Railway Underbridge on Friday, leaving a car stranded in floodwater, visuals shared on social media showed.The driver of a white sedan was caught off guard as the water level rose rapidly, causing the vehicle to stall midway through the underpass.Visuals shared by the social media page Pulse of the People showed the sedan partially submerged in floodwater at the underpass, with...

Pre-owned luxury cars vs new mid-segment SUVs: Which is the smarter buy?

Pre-owned luxury cars under 35 lakh India: For a car buyer with a budget ranging between ₹25 lakh and ₹35 lakh, the choice doesn’t restrict to giving in to the feature-laden top-end model at a mass-market carmaker’s dealership. What the budget opens up is another tempting possibility, i.e., a three- to four-year-old luxury SUV. A new Mahindra XUV700, Tata Harrier, or Hyundai Creta can be bought in this range, depending on the variant. On the...

Track car passenger enjoys a full-cage Nürburgring run

Two occupants share a high-energy moment inside a fully prepared track car. Racing harnesses, gloves, and a blue roll cage show the serious safety setup. The driver remains focused while the passenger reacts to the pace. Blurred scenery outside confirms they are moving quickly through the circuit.

The greatest V8-engined cars ever made

V8s are an increasingly endangered species. We celebrate the finest ever made

How the US Air Force repairs its most feared supersonic bombers’ engines

Model continues changing oil in her 2005 GMC Yukon XL

Rachel Pizzolato continues changing the oil in her 2005 GMC Yukon XL.

What does a red number plate on cars mean in India?

A red number plate on cars in India usually indicates a temporary registration issued to brand-new vehicles before they receive permanent RTO registration. These plates are valid for about 30 days. A special red plate with the national emblem is also used for vehicles of top constitutional authorities like the President.

Which was the first car company in India?

Today, India is one of the largest automobile markets worldwide. From budget hatchbacks to luxury SUVs, dozens of brands of cars are all over the Indian roads. But have you ever wondered which was the first car company in India? The answer takes us quite back in time when India was still establishing itself as an independent nation, and some visionary industrialists had the guts to dream of making cars in India. Below is everything you need to...

Man spots weirdly modified BMW

A modified apple-green BMW with wide bodywork, a large rear wing and the quirky slogan ‘M Power Plus Pro Max’ was spotted at a park in Beijing, China.

The best cars ever made by Ford

A company whose illustrious history is just as important as some of its cars - here are a few examples

How the US Air Force resupplies its THAAD missile launcher in record time