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Hyundai launches Exter Knight Edition; Prices start at Rs. 8.38 Lakhs

The Knight Edition gives the Exter a blacked-out theme Becomes third Hyundai to get Knight Edition Blacked out exteriors and interiors Based on SX, SX(O) Connect variants Hyundai has yet again launched a Knight Edition, this time on their smallest crossover Exter. As before, the Knight Edition brings forward extensive but cosmetic changes with a […]

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2024 Kia Sonet facelift review- the perfect city SUV?

Cars, REVIEWS / By Ved Kulkarni

Facelift brings even more technology to the Sonet Pros Big on features Competent and wide range of powertrains Refinement levels are top-notch Perfect size for urban confines Contemporary looks Cons No “sportier” variant on offer Rear seat is narrow Stiff ride quality Foglamps are weak in poor weather Loud styling of X-Line not to everybody’s

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Tata Altroz Racer launched; more power & features

Car News, News / By Ved Kulkarni

The Altroz Racer receives the Nexon’s 120HP tune 1.2L turbo petrol Ventilated seats, 360 camera Three variants Tata Motors has launched the most powerful version yet of its premium hatchback called the Altroz Racer. While it retains the 1.2L turbo-petrol engine from the iTurbo variants, it is now more powerful and gets a 6 speed

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5 reasons that make the Citroen C3 a great city hatchback

Features / By Ved Kulkarni

The Citroën C3 is like a breath of fresh air on Indian streets. With its cool appearance and vibrant colour options, it turns heads wherever it goes. Beyond mere transportation, the C3 embodies the joy of driving, transforming every journey into an exciting adventure. Whether navigating city traffic or cruising along scenic highways, this car

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2024 Maruti Swift launched at Rs. 6.49 Lakhs: debuts new Z series engine

Car News, News / By Ved Kulkarni

Maruti claims a 25.75 Kmpl figure for the new Swift New 1.2L Z12E engine 6 airbags as standard Five variants Maruti Suzuki has launched the 4th generation of their popular Swift hatchback at a price of Rs. 6.49 Lakhs (Ex-showroom). It debuts the new Z series engine for the first time in India and boasts

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Citroen eC3 scores 0 star in Global NCAP crash test

Car News, News / By Ved Kulkarni

Lack of ESC automatically disqualified the eC3 Bodyshell rated as stable 1 star child occupant protection Side pole impact test not conducted Global NCAP has released the crash test results of the Citroen eC3 under the #SaferCarsForIndia campaign. It is one of last cars to be tested by the agency with the advent of Bharat

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Tata Punch.ev launched at Rs. 10.99L

Car News, News / By Ved Kulkarni

The Punch.ev features Tata’s latest Gen 2 architecture Standard and Long Range battery options New interiors New digital cockpit Tata Motors has launched their fourth EV, the Punch.ev today. Based on the ALFA platform, it debut’s a new acti.ev EV architecture with batteries placed on the floor. Prices start from Rs. 10.99 Lakh (Ex-showroom). Tata

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Hyundai i20 N-Line facelift launched at Rs. 9.99 Lakh

Car News, News / By Ved Kulkarni

The i20 N-Line facelift gets minor changes to make it more up to date New 6 speed MT Minimal cosmetic changes 1.0L turbo-petrol Hyundai i20 N-Line facelift; what’s changed With the facelift, Hyundai has made only minimal changes to the i20 N-Line. These include new reflector LED headlamps which take place of the Projector setup

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Hyundai Exter Review- Hyundai is back to dominate

Cars, REVIEWS / By Ved Kulkarni

Hyundai’s Exter seeks to fill a small, but important gap in its portfolio. But will it master the game again? Pros Spacious inside Smooth-shifting AMT Loaded with features Light controls are a boon in traffic Fit and Finish is excellent Cons Polarising styling More premium Venue can be had for not-much-more Steering lacks feedback at

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Mini Cooper SE Charged Edition launched at Rs. 55 Lakhs

Car News, News / By Ved Kulkarni

The Charged Edition gets a unique spec Limited to 20 units Mechanically unchanged Mini Cooper SE Charged Edition; changes Compared to the standard SE, the Charged Edition comes finished in a Chili Red shade with the roof in Multitone White along with Aspen White accents covering headlight and tail light rings, door handles, logos and

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