News for 'Safety Car'

Which are India's safest cars?

Which are India's safest cars?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2005

Why small cars will get cheaper

Why small cars will get cheaper

Rediff.com16 Jun 2016

Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai would make the largest gain.

Tatas' Rs 1-lakh car? Suzuki doubts quality

Tatas' Rs 1-lakh car? Suzuki doubts quality

Rediff.com11 Dec 2007

Japanese automaker Suzuki on Tuesday expressed doubts whether Tata Motors' Rs 1 lakh car would be a complete product, and felt that the quest for lower pricing should not lead to a compromise of quality and safety norms.

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Is Renault Duster Coming Back?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

The new Duster will go head-to-head with popular models like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, etc in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment.

Rain forces Japanese GP qualifying to Sunday

Rain forces Japanese GP qualifying to Sunday

Rediff.com9 Oct 2010

Qualifying for Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix was postponed to the morning of the race on Saturday after pouring rain made track conditions too treacherous for drivers.

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

Now, Hyundai plans car for Rs 1.2 lakh

Now, Hyundai plans car for Rs 1.2 lakh

Rediff.com19 Oct 2007

Terming as "impossible" the Rs 1 lakh car that Tatas propose to roll out, particularly on safety aspects, Hyundai on Friday said it would like to bring an entry level car with a minimum price tag of $3000 like the one Renault is planning.

Pilots Fume as DGCA Moves to Ban Perfumes

Pilots Fume as DGCA Moves to Ban Perfumes

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

DGCA's move seeks to ban perfumes for pilots as they have alcohol and can affect the results of breathanalyser tests. But the FAA and EASA have different standards, says senior journalist Shobha John.

'Success was 100 per cent sure'

'Success was 100 per cent sure'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'The rocks, the geology of the Himalayas will always spring surprises.' 'It's basically force majeure and the will of god.'

Shorts: Jehan races to commanding win at Monza

Shorts: Jehan races to commanding win at Monza

Rediff.com11 Sep 2021

Ramkumar-Balaji win Cassis Challenger title.

Ferrari's Vettel wins in Belgium to rein in Hamilton

Ferrari's Vettel wins in Belgium to rein in Hamilton

Rediff.com26 Aug 2018

Sebastian Vettel trimmed Lewis Hamilton's Formula One lead to 17 points with eight races remaining.

Honda WR-V is 'basically three cars in one'!

Honda WR-V is 'basically three cars in one'!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2019

The compact dimensions, fuel efficiency and punchy diesel engine along with the spacious cabin makes the WR-V a perfect car those who want the practicality of a crossover and the freedom of a hatchback.

Starting today seatbelts made mandatory in Mumbai, including at the rear

Starting today seatbelts made mandatory in Mumbai, including at the rear

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

Sensitising errant four-wheeler drivers and co-passengers will be the focus of Mumbai police as the rule to strap on seatbelts in cars in the city came into force from Tuesday, a traffic police official said.

Mumbai: 'Confused' cricketer drives car onto station platform

Mumbai: 'Confused' cricketer drives car onto station platform

Rediff.com20 Feb 2017

Cricketer Harmeet Singh, who represented India in the ICC Under-19 world cup in 2012, claimed that he got confused with the direction and ended up entering the station.

GM top executives spared in internal report on safety failure

GM top executives spared in internal report on safety failure

Rediff.com6 Jun 2014

Earlier this year, Toyota Motor Corp was fined $1.2 billion for concealing problems related to sudden acceleration of some of its vehicles.

Coming Soon: Cibil-Like Rating For Drivers

Coming Soon: Cibil-Like Rating For Drivers

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

The plan is to offer the ratings of drivers to insurers, which can then customise their premiums -- a higher score meaning a lower premium, for instance, and vice-versa.

Low-cost cars will increase pollution: CSE

Low-cost cars will increase pollution: CSE

Rediff.com4 Oct 2007

The Centre for Sciences and Environment (CSE) claimed in a study that the government's plans to introduce these cars without ensuring sufficiently stringent emission and safety standards would create environmental problems.The study also suggested that the government must guard against permitting these cars to run on diesel.

Robots now rule Indian car manufacture

Robots now rule Indian car manufacture

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Indian automobile units are employing more and more robots to improve your car's efficiency. India is catching up well as world over, the latest technologies is redefining outdated manufacturing processes.

Cyrus Mistry death: Dr Anahita had a history of rash driving

Cyrus Mistry death: Dr Anahita had a history of rash driving

Rediff.com15 Dec 2022

The police in Palghar district of Maharashtra, who are investigating the Mistry car accident case, have found this during their investigation.

Easing of car import norms urged

Easing of car import norms urged

Rediff.com21 Jul 2003

Hamilton summoned over F1 incident

Hamilton summoned over F1 incident

Rediff.com2 Apr 2009

Stewards summoned Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton Thursday after reopening an enquiry into an incident that gave him third place at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.

Bajaj to launch four-wheel vehicle but it's not a car

Bajaj to launch four-wheel vehicle but it's not a car

Rediff.com24 Feb 2014

It's got four wheels and seatbelts but the creator of India's first quadricycle would rather not call it a car.

Ferrari chief unhappy with rules

Ferrari chief unhappy with rules

Rediff.com22 Jun 2007

Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo said he is not enjoying Formula One this season because of rule changes.

In India, where no-frills cars rule, Toyota bets on premium models

In India, where no-frills cars rule, Toyota bets on premium models

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Toyota Motor Corp is betting on pricier premium models offering better safety and quality.

Key issues in Renault race-fixing case

Key issues in Renault race-fixing case

Rediff.com20 Sep 2009

Renault face heavy sanctions when they appear before Formula One's governing body in Paris on Monday to answer race-fixing charges. The International Automobile Federation (FIA) has accused Renault of fraudulent conduct and bringing the sport into disrepute.

'Insurance companies will make a killing'

'Insurance companies will make a killing'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

'I can feel the master's pain, because he must be sitting there and cursing and saying, 'Why was I born?''

TCS to power Ferrari F1 cars

TCS to power Ferrari F1 cars

Rediff.com26 Jun 2007

From car electronics to safety, aerodynamics to trouble-shooting, TCS will work with the Ferrari F1 team to provide IT-based solutions before, during and between races.

Rosberg wins in Germany for Mercedes

Rosberg wins in Germany for Mercedes

Rediff.com20 Jul 2014

Nico Rosberg won his home German Grand Prix for Mercedes on Sunday to stretch his overall lead in the Formula One championship to 14 points.

Alonso grabs F1 lead in Red Bull nightmare

Alonso grabs F1 lead in Red Bull nightmare

Rediff.com24 Oct 2010

Images from the inaugural Korean F1 Grand Prix held at the Yeongam International Circuit on Sunday.

Alonso grabs F1 lead after chaotic Korean win

Alonso grabs F1 lead after chaotic Korean win

Rediff.com24 Oct 2010

Ferrari's Fernando Alonso won a rain-hit and chaotic Korean Grand Prix to seize the Formula One championship lead on Sunday after both his Red Bull rivals failed to finish.

Formula One's McLaren hearing

Formula One's McLaren hearing

Rediff.com29 Apr 2009

McLaren, the team of world champion Lewis Hamilton, appear before Formula One's governing body in Paris on Wednesday for lying to stewards at last month's season-opening Australian Grand Prix. The possible sanctions range from a reprimand to being thrown out of the championship.

Mistry death: Case of rash driving filed against Dr Anahita Pandole

Mistry death: Case of rash driving filed against Dr Anahita Pandole

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

During the investigation, witnesses were questioned and reports were obtained from the Regional Transport Office and Mercedes Benz India Pune, said a police release.

Button wins Malaysian GP

Button wins Malaysian GP

Rediff.com5 Apr 2009

Britain's Jenson Button won a Malaysian Grand Prix cut short by heavy rain on Sunday for his second victory in a row for the new Brawn GP team.

Which is the safest among best selling small cars? Find out...

Which is the safest among best selling small cars? Find out...

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

A hatch back made by Volkswagen is the only safe car among best selling four wheeler.

Small cars, two-wheelers set for a cheaper ride

Small cars, two-wheelers set for a cheaper ride

Rediff.com5 Aug 2016

Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Hyundai stand to gain the maximum, given their large portfolio of products in the sub-4 meter segment.

Hamilton savours Canada win after Monaco blow

Hamilton savours Canada win after Monaco blow

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Lewis Hamilton put Monaco misery behind him on Sunday with a controlled Canadian Grand Prix victory.

Hamas not letting civilians flee Gaza: Israeli troops

Hamas not letting civilians flee Gaza: Israeli troops

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Force (IDF) on Sunday alleged that the terror group Hamas is blocking the evacuation of civilians in the Gaza Strip ahead of the possible ground offensive by Israel after the deadly attacks on October 7.

How the Renault race-fixing scandal unfolded

How the Renault race-fixing scandal unfolded

Rediff.com22 Sep 2009

Renault were handed a two-year suspended ban from Formula One until the end of the 2011 season at an FIA World Motor Sport Council hearing in Paris. Briatore was banned from any further involvement in the sport while Symonds got a five-year ban. Spanish double world champion Alonso was exonerated of any involvement. Piquet Jr had been granted immunity before the hearing.

Singapore GP humiliated F1, says Ferrari chief

Singapore GP humiliated F1, says Ferrari chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2008

Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo said the 'circus' track of the Singapore race and the use of the safety car had been humiliating for Formula One.

'We are building Kia 2.0. India is a long-term bet for us'

'We are building Kia 2.0. India is a long-term bet for us'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

'India is the sixth-largest market for the Kia Corporation, and contributes 8 to 9 per cent to our global sales.' 'We are eyeing 10 per cent market share over the next few years depending on customer demand and new product innovations.'