Should I use petrol additives like IFTEX®Clean System on my 2017 TVS Jupiter since it is not e20 compliant, or is there any other thing to protect its engine?

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•5h

The first step is to identify whether the rust is surface rust or structural corrosion on your Tata Tiago. Surface rust, especially around stone chips, door edges or weld joints, can usually be treated by sanding, applying anti-rust treatment and repainting the affected panels. If the rust is recurring in the same areas despite repairs, we'd recommend getting a second opinion from a reputed independent body shop rather than relying solely on the dealership.We also wouldn't agree that "Tata cars naturally rust". While some owners have reported rusting issues, it is certainly not normal for every Tata car, and recurring corrosion after a proper repair suggests the root cause may not have been addressed.If the corrosion is extensive or affecting structural areas such as the floor, suspension mounting points or chassis members, then it becomes a safety concern, and you should seriously consider replacing the car. However, if it is confined to cosmetic panels, it is usually worth repairing, especially since the rest of the car has served you well.

Tata Tiago

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An 8kpl city figure for a Tata Nexon Petrol AMT in Hyderabad's traffic is on the lower side, but it isn't unheard of if most of your driving is in heavy, stop-start conditions.A few things can help improve fuel efficiency. First, ensure your tyre pressures are maintained at the manufacturer's recommended levels, as underinflated tyres can noticeably affect mileage. Try to accelerate progressively rather than using sudden throttle inputs, as the turbo-petrol engine tends to consume more fuel under hard acceleration. If your journeys are mostly short trips where the engine doesn't fully warm up, mileage will also suffer. Using good-quality fuel from trusted outlets and keeping up with scheduled servicing, as you already do, are also important.It may also be worth asking your Tata service centre to check whether the car has any pending ECU software updates and to inspect the air filter and spark plugs during the next service, as these can have an impact on fuel economy if they're not in good condition.

Tata Nexon

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This sounds like classic high heat-load plus weak condenser airflow. Start with simple tips: when starting off, keep the windows open for just about 30 seconds to let out all the hot air, then use recirculation, set the temperature to minimum and the blower to 2 or 3, not full blast. Aim the front vents slightly upward so cool air spreads.Now push the workshop for checks they often skip. Ask for a proper AC performance test in peak heat with gauges and a vent thermometer. While driving around with an ambient temperature of around 35 deg, ideally, you should be getting low single-digit vent temperatures. If the vent temperature is 12 degrees or above, the system needs a check. Low or overfilled gas both hurt cooling, and moisture in the system needs a full vacuum and refill. Get the cabin filter replaced; a choked filter kills flow. Make them clean the condenser from the front of the car and straighten bent fins. Confirm the condenser fan’s high speed actually kicks in when AC is on in traffic; a lazy fan, relay, or resistor will make it cool only at night. Also, ask them to inspect the air‑mix flap or cable; partial hot-air bleed is common and feels exactly like “works when the sun is weak.” If your dealer shrugs, try another Nissan outlet.