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MapmyIndia GPS navigation system

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 1,565 Views

“Do you want to use a GPS navigation system?” asked Banwari. I hadn’t used one earlier, and I was going to an unfamiliar place in a different city, so I agreed to take along the MapmyIndia Navigator. If you’re the kind of person who doesn’t know where he’s going on ...

Will cheaper cars help drive sales?

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008 1,132 Views

With the current global market going through a bad phase, the US car market declined by 37% in November 2008, hitting the lowest in the past 26 years, with the three giant auto makers- General Motors, Chrysler and Ford’s sales figures declining by more than 40%. The current US car ...

Are electric cars the future of automobiles?

Sunday, May 4th, 2008 1,966 Views

Diesel seems to be the here and now of automobiles, but electricity seems to be the immediate future. I have recently had the opportunity to ride two electric scooters, and drive an electric car as well, and the only thing I can think of is the lack of power they ...

A Brief Journey of Indian Automobile Industry

Thursday, May 1st, 2008 1,837 Views

Nicolas J. Cugnot may have invented the first automobile in the world in the 17th century, but the first car in India was rolled out on the streets of Mumbai in 1898. And since then, the Indian automobile industry has come a long way. In fact, the industry, currently 11th ...

Energy Efficiency before Alternative fuels

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008 1,883 Views

It is quite clear that the rising crude oil prices have put heavy pressure on governments all over the world to curb fuel costs. One must be clear that a major chunk of the fuel is taken in by the facilities that they offer to the citizens, like the trains ...

Remembering the Sipani Dolphin

Tuesday, April 15th, 2008 1,989 Views

For the select few who do remember the Dolphin they would immediately fill the void in the conversation by talking about the fiberglass body. Then it would move onto the 848cc engine, made by Reliant of the UK. But then the void would fill in again.

Jatropha, Biodiesel and India?

Wednesday, April 9th, 2008 6,136 Views

As much as we love cars and the pleasure involved in driving them and feeling the thrill of owning one, let’s take some time off to think about pollution, mother earth and the future. No automobile enthusiast wants to hear these dreaded words. But lets face it (not like we ...

Horn NOT OK Please

Monday, April 7th, 2008 2,072 Views

Today has been declared "No honking day" in Mumbai by the traffic department of the Mumbai police, as noise pollution also contributes to ill health. They have tied up with NGOs, automobile associations, schools and colleges to help spread awareness. Here's our bit – we hope you have a quiet ...

Skoda Fabia Tested by CarWale.com

Friday, April 4th, 2008 3,732 Views

A bit late, that's what we've been when it comes to the review of Skoda's 'in demand' small car, Fabia. But perseverance paid off and paid off well. Here's the Skoda Fabia 1.4TDI's review, which we hope will be helpful. More on Skoda Fabia: Specs, features, Colours, Pictures Skoda Fabia Onroad Price

Say hello to the future - whether you like it or not

Thursday, February 21st, 2008 1,407 Views

There has been much ado about India becoming a global small car hub. Hyundai is showing the way to other manufacturers by producing its i10 in India and exporting it to markets all over the globe. Everyone has now realised India’s potential and wants a piece ...

Tata’s 1-lakh car: Automotive Growth vs Environment vs Traffic System

Thursday, December 20th, 2007 12,949 Views

Though Tata's Rs. one lakh car is yet to be launched but it is already in controversies. Automotive pundits are considering this car as pioneer of Indian automotive industry growth. To environmentalists, this car is a serious threat to environment. And a different set of people thinks that this car ...

Honk Me NOT!

Friday, July 27th, 2007 1,351 Views

Don my jacket and the lid I do, ignite her and let my companion warm herself up well and we start off for the office. 0830 hours. Traffic signal on Palm Beach road. I bring my steed to a halt and wait for the singal light to glow green. And ...