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Guess which car is the favourite of India's uber-rich?

Guess which car is the favourite of India's uber-rich?

Rediff.com25 Jul 2018

The Porsche 911 RS is fast becoming a collector's item among India's high net worth individuals.

Tata Motors unveils CURVV, its latest eSUV concept car

Tata Motors unveils CURVV, its latest eSUV concept car

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

CURVV, currently in its production-ready avatar, will first be made available as an electric vehicle, to be followed by its internal combustion engine counterpart.

Just what happens to abandoned cars?

Just what happens to abandoned cars?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

In shabby backyards and dusty barns, in deserted fields and thick forests, Dieter Klein roams strange and isolated places to find once gleaming vehicles left to rust and ruin. From a dented Porsche to a faded Cadillac, a battered VW Beetle to a whole fleet of abandoned military jeeps, Klein's subjects creak with bygone glamour and might. As moss and gnarled branches transform motors into eerie artifacts, Klein's award-winning automobile photography is not only a tribute to classic cars, but also to the transformative power of nature and the enduring intrigue of people and incidents unknown. The mesmerising results appear in stunning new coffee table book Lost Wheels - The Nostalgic Beauty of Abandoned Cars, which is out next month. Scroll down to see some of the wonderful pieces.

Will Formula E revive Indian motorsport?

Will Formula E revive Indian motorsport?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2022

The inaugural Formula E race in Hyderabad is scheduled for February 11 next year, joining the likes of New York, London and Rome on the calendar.

Lamborghini accelerates India plans, goes full throttle on Tier-I, -II cities

Lamborghini accelerates India plans, goes full throttle on Tier-I, -II cities

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Lamborghini is focusing on bringing its new car models to India faster after the global launch of its Huracn Tecnica, its country head Sharad Agarwal said on Thursday, adding there is a lot more scope for the company to expand in tier I and II cities. "Typically, in the premium and luxury car segments, there is a lag of six to 18 months between a global launch and India launch," he said in an interview to Business Standard. The Italian carmaker launched the two-seater track-focused performance car - the Huracn Tecnica - here on Thursday four months after its global unveiling.

Formula E enters India: Hyderabad to host race on February 11

Formula E enters India: Hyderabad to host race on February 11

Rediff.com30 Jun 2022

Hyderabad will be the first time a major international racing event

The Rs 4.5-crore Roma is a departure from all other Ferraris

The Rs 4.5-crore Roma is a departure from all other Ferraris

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

'La Nuova Dolce Vita' is the tagline of Ferrari's Roma which translates into 'The New Good Life'. The Roma is a Ferrari GT (Grand Touring) sports car and is also part of their entry-level lineup but it is everything but entry-level. This Rs 4.5 crore (on-road, Mumbai) performance machine is an all-new Prancing Horse that is visually striking, high on tech and being a Ferrari, offers thrilling performance that will excite your senses.

Audi to enter Formula One in 2026

Audi to enter Formula One in 2026

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

Formula One will have a new power unit from 2026 with the focus on sustainability and a more cost-efficient future.

Why foreign car-makers are betting big on track car models

Why foreign car-makers are betting big on track car models

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini are some marquee badges that have introduced track cars to excite hard-core customers who want to push their cars to the limit, says Pavan Lall.

Watch out Porsche, Ferrari; Corvette is back

Watch out Porsche, Ferrari; Corvette is back

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

On 60 anniversary of 'America's sports car' Corvette, we look at the past and the future of this iconic machine.

Short selling can be profitable, but it is dangerous, too

Short selling can be profitable, but it is dangerous, too

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Timing is crucial for a short-sell, so is an understanding of likely float.

The TASTIEST Food Parineeti Has Eaten

The TASTIEST Food Parineeti Has Eaten

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Boman shares a BTS from Chandigarh... Amitabh supports a young talent... Hina leaves New York...

Force India driver Hulkenberg to race F1 and Le Mans next year

Force India driver Hulkenberg to race F1 and Le Mans next year

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

German driver Nico Hulkenberg will race in next year's Le Mans 24 Hours sportscar race with Porsche as well as Formula One with Force India, the German manufacturer said in a statement on Thursday.

Drive the Porsche Cayman @ 274 kph

Drive the Porsche Cayman @ 274 kph

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

Porsche to launch its gorgeous SUV in India soon

Porsche to launch its gorgeous SUV in India soon

Rediff.com24 Apr 2014

The Macan would be comprehensively loaded, and a suite of customisation options would also be available to customers who seek further individuality.

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

There are a whopping 10 sedans slated for a launch in India this year. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com gives the lowdown.

Why the Huawei Mate series will tempt you

Why the Huawei Mate series will tempt you

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

Huawei latest Mate series looks all set to take on Apple and Samsung, says Ashish Narsale.

Vandeweghe cruises past Garcia and into Stuttgart final

Vandeweghe cruises past Garcia and into Stuttgart final

Rediff.com28 Apr 2018

Flushing Meadows semi-finalist Vandeweghe will take on the winner of the contest between fifth seed Karolina Pliskova and Estonia's Anett Kontaveit in Sunday's final.

Brilliance of sportscar Porche 911

Brilliance of sportscar Porche 911

Rediff.com11 Jan 2012

Porsche is a luxury two-door sports coupe made by Porsche of Stuttgart, Germany.

PHOTOS: 12 Pakistani women who dared to lift the veil

PHOTOS: 12 Pakistani women who dared to lift the veil

Rediff.com11 Jul 2014

Though instability continues to plague Pakistan and many areas are dominated by social conservatism, some of the country's more affluent women have worked to fashion a very different kind of lifestyle for themselves. From being a pilates instructor to a rock climber, meet the feisty women who have broken away from tradition and shattered stereotypes.

Mark Webber to quit Formula 1 at end of season

Mark Webber to quit Formula 1 at end of season

Rediff.com27 Jun 2013

Red Bull's Mark Webber will quit Formula One at the end of the season for Porsche's new sportscar programme, the Australian announced on Thursday.

Shah Rukh parties with Alia, Ranbir

Shah Rukh parties with Alia, Ranbir

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

Zoya Akhtar hosts a party for her friends.

The Jaguar F-Type is in India

The Jaguar F-Type is in India

Rediff.com14 May 2013

Global deliveries of the F-Type are yet to commence.

Stunning cars you would love to drive!

Stunning cars you would love to drive!

Rediff.com28 Nov 2013

The 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show features more than 1,000 models of imported and domestic cars, fuel/electric vehicles and stunning concept cars.

Pet pics: Adorable Kia

Pet pics: Adorable Kia

Rediff.com21 Sep 2019

We asked you to share pics of your pet. This is what Atanu Pattanayak shared.

Webber's career call took Red Bull by surprise

Webber's career call took Red Bull by surprise

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Mark Webber caught his Red Bull team on the hop on Thursday with the announcement that he was leaving Formula One at the end of the season to race Le Mans with Porsche.

'India has been a challenge'

'India has been a challenge'

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

'We can only promise we have not lost interest.'

5 reasons why Serena plays second fiddle to Sharapova on highest-paid athletes list

5 reasons why Serena plays second fiddle to Sharapova on highest-paid athletes list

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Williams is arguably the greatest female athlete, but sponsors have often avoided the 21-time Grand Slam singles champion.

F1: Webber survives high-speed crash in Brazil

F1: Webber survives high-speed crash in Brazil

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Former Formula One driver Mark Webber had a lucky escape from a high-speed crash at the World Endurance series race in Brazil.

Injured Webber has no recollection of high-speed crash

Injured Webber has no recollection of high-speed crash

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

Former Formula One driver Mark Webber has "no recollection" of the high-speed crash that left him "bruised and concussed" at the World Endurance series race in Brazil.

Shorts: Rublev outlasts Djokovic to claim Serbia Open crown

Shorts: Rublev outlasts Djokovic to claim Serbia Open crown

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

WTA chief promises 'strong reactions' to ban on Russian, Belarusian players

Skoda drives in the Rs 10.5-lakh Kushaq, its first midsize SUV

Skoda drives in the Rs 10.5-lakh Kushaq, its first midsize SUV

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

Czech automaker Skoda on Monday forayed into the midsize SUV segment in India with the launch of its new offering Kushaq, priced between Rs 10.5 lakh and Rs 17.6 lakh (ex showroom Delhi).

20 stunning cars at the Detroit Auto Show

20 stunning cars at the Detroit Auto Show

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

The North American International Auto show in Detroit completes 23 years in 2011.

TOP 10: Forbes' Highest-Paid Female Athletes

TOP 10: Forbes' Highest-Paid Female Athletes

Rediff.com7 Aug 2019

Of the top 15 on Forbes' list of best-paid female athletes, 12 were tennis players. Indian badminton player PV Sindhu came in tied for 13th ($5.5 million), with Thai golfer Ariya Jutanugarn ($5.3 million) rounding out the top 15.

Chinese makers make up for shortfall at Auto Expo

Chinese makers make up for shortfall at Auto Expo

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The number of participating automakers has fallen from 50 in 2018 to 30 this year. The count of exhibitors, including technology companies, has come down from 119 to 112. And showstopper luxury and supercar brands, including Toyota, Jeep, Lamborghini, Porsche, and Volvo will be missing. Similarly, the commercial vehicle makers also gave the show a miss -- a prolonged economic slowdown has dented their fortunes and near chances of any recovery.

New Porsche 911 GT2 at Rs 1.5 crore!

New Porsche 911 GT2 at Rs 1.5 crore!

Rediff.com20 May 2010

Indian auto market is not only attracting economy models or luxury car makers, the country has also become a launch pad for ultra-luxury and super cars.

From Rs 7 lakh to Rs 6.5 cr, dozen SUVs to hit Indian roads

From Rs 7 lakh to Rs 6.5 cr, dozen SUVs to hit Indian roads

Rediff.com11 Jun 2019

While the overall passenger car industry is expected to grow at around seven per cent a year in the next five years, SUV growth is expected to be over 10 per cent.

PHOTOS: Webber drives Sharapova to pre-Wimbledon party and more...

PHOTOS: Webber drives Sharapova to pre-Wimbledon party and more...

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

The tennis stars stole the show at the dazzling party ahead of the Wimbledon.

Skoda unveils mid-sized SUV Kushaq in India

Skoda unveils mid-sized SUV Kushaq in India

Rediff.com19 Mar 2021

Czech automaker Skoda on Thursday globally unveiled its all new SUV Kushaq which would take on the likes of Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos in the fastest growing mid-sized SUV segment in the domestic market. The model is the first production car as part of the company's India 2.0 project. Under the lead responsibility of Skoda Auto, Volkswagen Group is investing 1 billion euros in its model campaign in the Indian subcontinent to strengthen its presence.