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    Aug 06, 2025 04:35:00 PM

    Maruti’s new Hyundai Creta rival to get petrol, CNG...

    The new SUV will be sold via Maruti Arena showrooms and will go on sale on September 3, 2025.

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    Aug 06, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Massive discounts on EVs in August 2025: Hyundai Creta El...

    In a bid to push sales of electric vehicles in their portfolios, almost all mainstream brands are offering tempting d...

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    Jul 26, 2025 11:20:00 AM

    Tesla readies affordable Model Y for global debut

    The affordable Model Y will be aimed at increasing global sales, as Tesla posts one of its worst-ever quarterly decli...

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    Jul 24, 2025 12:35:00 PM

    Maruti's new Creta rival to launch on September 3

    Likely to be called the Maruti Escudo, this new 5-seat SUV will be retailed through the Arena channel.

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    Jul 23, 2025 10:00:00 AM

    Updated Renault Kwid EV leaked in production spec

    Leaked images give us a close look at the refreshed Kwid EV, which is based on the 2024 Dacia Spring EV.

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    Jul 20, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Ford Bronco electric details revealed ahead of global debut

    Ford Bronco New Energy is an all-new SUV that gets all-electric and range extender powertrains; It’s likely to ...

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    Jun 18, 2025 06:59:00 PM

    457hp Toyota Land Cruiser 300 hybrid is most powerful LC ...

    Toyota LC 300 hybrid also gets minor design tweaks and new badging.

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    Jun 18, 2025 02:21:00 PM

    Renault Kiger facelift spied with new design details

    The mid-life update for the Kiger will bring fresh looks and more features.

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    Jun 16, 2025 05:38:00 PM

    MG ZS EV prices slashed by up to Rs 4.44 lakh for limited...

    The discounts are being offered as part of MG Motor India’s sixth anniversary celebrations.

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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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    Poll of the month

    The Sierra is making a comeback after over 20 years. Which other iconic nameplate would you like to see revived in India?

    Maruti Zen

     

    21.81%

    Mahindra Armada

     

    7.56%

    Hyundai Santro

     

    5.13%

    Tata Indica

     

    5.00%

    Tata Sumo

     

    25.25%

    Volkswagen Polo

     

    35.25%

    Total Votes : 1481
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