Feature Reviews
GST Effect On Cars: Small Cars To Be Expensive; Luxury Cars To Be Cheaper
The Goods and Services Tax will be introduced in India on the 1st of July. It is, of course, one of the biggest tax reforms the country has ever seen and what it does is simplify the way both consumers and the manufacturers do business while also bringing in equanimity. Here's a look at how the price of four-wheelers will be impacted under the new GST norms.
Monsoon Tips For You And Your Car
Jun 7, 2018 07:20 PM
The monsoons are here. And with it all the muck, floods and incessant traffic jams that we have become so used to. The monsoon is also the worst season of the year for your car as it starts to accumulate mud, dirt and of course water in all the smaller crevices and gaps which can result in rust. So here are a few tips to keep your car spic and span in the rains and also some tips and tricks to help you drive safer and to keep your car protected from all the harm that it can go through.
Opinion: Will The Honda Cliq Be As Successful As The Activa?
Jun 23, 2017 01:09 AM
The new Honda Cliq scooter is based on the bestselling Honda Activa. And Honda has positioned the new Cliq scooter primarily for the rural and semi-urban markets. Can it replicate the success of the Honda Activa? We seek some answers
Spiderman Takes His Driving Test
Jun 22, 2017 05:23 PM
The short video shows Peter Parker in a brand new Audi SUV prototype driving with an annoying instructor who looks for every reason to dock points for driving fast, not holding the steering wheel correctly, braking too hard and too close to the car in front, etc. The video however does showcase the new Audi's capabilities of semi autonomous driving, auto braking and auto parking which makes Peter Parker's job a lot lot easier.
Should We Be As Excited About Tesla As The Twitterati Suggests?
Jun 20, 2017 06:30 PM
There has been much anticipation around Tesla's impending arrival into India - as we have been consistently reporting here on carandbike.
5 Tips For Riding Two Wheelers In Monsoon
Jun 18, 2017 07:26 PM
Riding a motorcycle in rain can be an interesting challenge, or a terrifying trip down the slippery lane. While most of us dread to hop on the motorcycle during monsoons; if done right, riding in rains can be safe without having to compromise on fun.
Michelin's Visionary Concept Tyres Are 3D Printed And Organic
Jun 15, 2017 09:34 PM
The tyre that you see here has been built by a 3D printer and the material used, which draws on cold-cure technology, delivers the same performances as a conventional tread.
NASA Unveils Futuristic Mars Rover Concept Vehicle
Jun 7, 2017 10:06 PM
NASA has unveiled a futuristic Mars Rover Concept Vehicle for its "Summer of Mars" promotion campaign. The Mars Rover Concept Vehicle has been designed by the Parker Brothers Concepts and uses an electric motor which is powered by solar panels and a 700-volt battery.
Legendary Automotive Designer Tom Tjaarda Passes Away
Jun 3, 2017 01:50 AM
Legendary automotive and industrial designer Tom Tjaarda has passed away. Tom was 82 years old and despite fighting an illness, was as enthusiastic as ever and planned to resume work soon when he succumbed due to medical complications. He is survived by his wife. The legendary designer is known most for his elegant and yet iconic sportscars from the 60s and 70s. The most famous of the lot is the DeTomaso Pantera and the Fiat 124 Spyder. The Fiat 124 Spyder of course has recently been reincarnated as a new model recently and even gets an Abarth version.