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Alonso gets real about podium finish this season

Alonso gets real about podium finish this season

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

Former world champion Fernando Alonso doubts he will make it onto the Formula One podium this season after also enduring his worst points tally last year, but has no immediate plans to retire.

Hot Wheels stall at Auto Expo makes kids out of adults

Hot Wheels stall at Auto Expo makes kids out of adults

Rediff.com11 Feb 2018

The Hot Wheels pavilion, featuring two life-size models inspired by Mattel's die-cast models, is a supercharged treat for fans, says Rajesh Karkera.

Auto sales see modest rise in April

Auto sales see modest rise in April

Rediff.com1 May 2012

Maruti Suzuki, riding on the success of models like Swift, Estillo and Dzire, posted a growth of 3.4 per cent over the same period in the previous fiscal.

New Ciaz: For those obsessed with fuel efficiency

New Ciaz: For those obsessed with fuel efficiency

Rediff.com13 Sep 2018

Here's a car that is going to give its competitors a run for their money, says P Tharyan.

City, Endeavour bag top honours

City, Endeavour bag top honours

Rediff.com15 Jan 2004

Honda Siel's mid-size car City, Ford's Endeavour sports-utility-vehicle and Bajaj Auto's Wind motorcycle bagged the top honours at the 3rd CNBC Autocar awards in New Delhi.

Great Walmart of China & why FDI in retail will kill Indian jobs!

Great Walmart of China & why FDI in retail will kill Indian jobs!

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

Walmart's entry into India will mean profits for the Americans and jobs for the Chinese, says Mohan Guruswamy.

McLaren's Alonso bullish about his 100th podium finish this season

McLaren's Alonso bullish about his 100th podium finish this season

Rediff.com22 Mar 2018

'McLaren car is 100 percent ready'

Ducati Monster 696 coming in India for Rs 5L?

Ducati Monster 696 coming in India for Rs 5L?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2013

Harley Davidson, Honda and now Ducati... international biking giants are bringing their premium bikes to Indian markets despite hike in taxes

PICS: Raising the heat at Auto Expo 2018

PICS: Raising the heat at Auto Expo 2018

Rediff.com13 Feb 2018

Rajesh Karkera and Hitesh Harisinghani spotted these beauties at the Auto Expo 2018

Why Anil Ambani met CBI officials in Delhi

Why Anil Ambani met CBI officials in Delhi

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

ADAG, however, issued a statement saying that he visited the CBI as part of his weekly visit to Delhi.

5 high tech gadgets from Hyundai to change the way you drive

5 high tech gadgets from Hyundai to change the way you drive

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

We have already seen bigger names like Mercedes, BMW and Honda providing top notch safety facilities and now Hyundai is upping the ante as well.

Kia Sonet: Made in India, made for the world

Kia Sonet: Made in India, made for the world

Rediff.com22 Sep 2020

The compact segment where Sonet will be launched is crowded with the Maruti Vitara and Brezza, which top the sales' list, and a bevy of models from Mahindra & Mahindra apart from Hyundai's offering. But volumes in this are slightly higher than those in the mid-segment, making it attractive, says Surajeet Das Gupta.

Nissan to set premium price for sedan

Nissan to set premium price for sedan

Rediff.com28 Oct 2009

Senior officials of Nissan Motor stated that the company had largely frozen the design and concept of the sedan, which will be positioned as a premium product that would perhaps take on the likes of Chevrolet Cruze, Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla Altis.

Hamilton back on top with victory in Spain

Hamilton back on top with victory in Spain

Rediff.com12 May 2019

Hamilton is seven points clear of Finnish team mate Valtteri Bottas after five of the 21 races.

Auto majors launch fuel efficient models

Auto majors launch fuel efficient models

Rediff.com18 Jun 2008

With prices of oil forecast to touch $200 per barrel this year, auto makers in the country have launched a slew of options that are not just fuel efficient but also easy to maintain. Battling the rising fuel bill is premium car maker Honda Siel, who will launch the country's first hybrid car - the Civic hybrid shortly.

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

Rediff.com19 Oct 2017

This major shift in the consumer choice has forced carmakers to field their version of expedient under 4-metre machines in the market.

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

5 compact SUVs with the best mileage

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

This major shift in the consumer choice has forced carmakers to field their version of expedient under 4-metre machines in the market.

Can the Hyundai Verna continue its dream run?

Can the Hyundai Verna continue its dream run?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2011

The premium midsize segment (Rs 6.5-10 lakh) has always been a tricky one for all car manufacturers.

While Maruti is still the king; Tata Motors gains, Hyundai slips

While Maruti is still the king; Tata Motors gains, Hyundai slips

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

The curious case is of Honda, which has moved up the pecking order while actually losing market share!

The magnificent Tata Aria: Here's what it is like

The magnificent Tata Aria: Here's what it is like

Rediff.com13 Oct 2010

The car would be in direct competition with existing players, including Ford Endeavour, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Innova, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Captiva, Toyota Fortuner and upcoming Skoda Yeti.

You saw it here first!

You saw it here first!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

To be unveiled February 4, here are some spy-shots of the all-new Honda Activa 3G. A 110cc scooter, the Honda Activa 3G mostly gets cosmetic upgrades.

Soon-to-be-launched Skoda Rapid & its 4 rivals

Soon-to-be-launched Skoda Rapid & its 4 rivals

Rediff.com29 Apr 2011

The Rapid will not have all the features present in the Vento and might retail at a price below the Vento.

Abhijeet Sawant assaulted after road mishap

Abhijeet Sawant assaulted after road mishap

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

The Indian Idol star tried to defend Prajakta Shukre, who was in an accident, and got beaten up by the locals.

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Star attractions at the Delhi auto expo

Rediff.com29 Dec 2009

India, one of the world's fastest growing auto markets, will see the launch of over ten vehicles, including small cars during the 10th Auto Expo.

Ecology meets technology in Tokyo

Ecology meets technology in Tokyo

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Business Standard Motoring at the Tokyo Motor Show.

Banks to auction KFA brands again at lower price

Banks to auction KFA brands again at lower price

Rediff.com24 Aug 2016

The 17-lender consortium led by State Bank of India has also put the Flying Models, Funliner, Fly Kingfisher and Flying Bird Device on the block.

Mahad bridge collapse: 2 more bodies found; death toll climbs to 26

Mahad bridge collapse: 2 more bodies found; death toll climbs to 26

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

Two more bodies were on Sunday found in the search and rescue operations which continued for fourth day following the collapse of a bridge on Mumbai-Goa highway near Mahad in Raigad district, taking the death toll to 26.

IN PICS: 10 years of Bajaj Pulsar

IN PICS: 10 years of Bajaj Pulsar

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

It has been a decade since Bajaj launched its bestselling bike model -- Pulsar. Here's looking back at the bike that changed the way we travel.

Meet the new 'rulers' of Indian roads

Meet the new 'rulers' of Indian roads

Rediff.com18 Jul 2018

Some of the notable models set to make a debut next year include the Tata Harrier, the Mahindra S201, the Kia SP Concept, MG Motors' Boujun 530, and the Honda HR-V.

Covid-19: India's auto component makers brace for a bumpy ride ahead

Covid-19: India's auto component makers brace for a bumpy ride ahead

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Auto component makers in India are bracing for a tough time. High absenteeism among workers owing to Covid-19, shortages of critical parts, and temporary closures of plants by automobile manufacturers have thrown a spanner in the works for the Rs 3.2-trillion sector, which derives 60 per cent of its revenues from automobile original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), with the balance split equally between replacement demand and exports. Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India on Saturday said it was extending the maintenance shutdown, which was from May 1 to 9, till May 16, "keeping in view the current pandemic situation". Some activities will continue in the plants.

Formula One is missing a vital ingredient...

Formula One is missing a vital ingredient...

Rediff.com27 Mar 2018

Formula One's Australian season-opener lacked a vital ingredient, overtaking, and it will take years to fix the problem, managing director for motorsports Ross Brawn said on Monday.

19-year-old held for Chandigarh hit and run

19-year-old held for Chandigarh hit and run

Rediff.com18 Aug 2010

In a case of reckless driving, a girl, "racing" with another car, allegedly hit a two-wheeler in a high security area in Chandigarh killing a youth and his minor cousin and was later arrested. The incident took place at Sector-3, at a spot close to the residences of chief ministers of both Punjab and Haryana in Chandigarh, late on Tuesday night.

5 most fuel efficient hatchbacks in India

5 most fuel efficient hatchbacks in India

Rediff.com1 Oct 2017

Besides the car's price, fuel efficiency is of utmost importance for buyers as it's a long time recurring expense.

Former F1 champ and McLaren's British driver Button set to retire?

Former F1 champ and McLaren's British driver Button set to retire?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2015

Media reports suggested the McLaren driver, whose wife is Japanese, was likely to announce at this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix that he would be leaving Formula One at the end of the year.

Auto makers post record sales in January

Auto makers post record sales in January

Rediff.com2 Feb 2010

The new year has brought good news for almost all car manufacturers, with market leader Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motors, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, General Motors and even Fiat, posting their highest monthly sales since their inception.

Slowdown? These auto firms are betting big on India

Slowdown? These auto firms are betting big on India

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

Global auto companies are investing huge money to build infrastructure in the country despite the slowdown.

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Save the planet, drive these eco-friendly vehicles!

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

New electric and hybrid vehicles on display as manufacturers plug into environment-friendly segment.

'Jazz should give us double-digit growth'

'Jazz should give us double-digit growth'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2009

Masahiro Takedagawa, president and CEO of HSCI, feels his company can record double-digit growth this year, owing to an improving economy and continuous government effort to boost spending.

Maruti drives in Ciaz at Rs 6.99 lakh

Maruti drives in Ciaz at Rs 6.99 lakh

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

The car will rival Honda City, Hyundai Verna, VW Vento and Skoda Rapid.