Maharashtra's transport department has initiated a statewide drive to assess taxi and autorickshaw drivers' working knowledge of Marathi, issuing notices to 1,268 drivers on the first day. Those who fail the initial 16-question test will receive a one-month notice to learn Marathi, with subsequent failure leading to a three-month badge suspension.
Maharashtra's Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced a drive against auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers lacking a 'working knowledge' of Marathi, with penalties ranging from licence suspension to cancellation, sparking fears among non-Marathi speaking drivers.
Tata Motors has officially launched the Tata Sierra #DARK in India, with prices starting from 13.99 Lakh (ex-showroom). This new edition features a Friesian Black exterior, a Violet Eclipse interior, and a range of engine and transmission options across multiple variants.
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced that autorickshaw and taxi drivers will be given an opportunity to learn Marathi before any action is taken against them for non-compliance with the language requirement. This move softens the state's earlier stance, which had evoked mixed reactions and concerns about livelihoods.
Volkswagen's new SUV is set to lock horns with half a dozen rivals, says Pavan Lall.
Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com has a go in the 330i GT M Sport to find out what this new variant is all about.
If you're someone looking for some serious performance along with a practical family sedan with generous cabin space and do not mind spending more on fuel and the company's after-sales service, then this is all the car you'll ever need.
The GT-R is not about practicality, it's not about the gadgetry and it's also not about the lap times (there are faster cars than the GT-R). Then what is it all about?
The Volkswagen Passat comes feature-packed, offers good driveability and practicality in an understated form.
The Glanza is clearly a rebadged Maruti Suzuki Baleno, however, Toyota has given it a longer warranty and a lower starting price to make it more attractive. Are there other compelling reasons to consider it over Baleno?
It is in no ways a mass market product as it does not give two-hoots about stuff like fuel efficiency and practicality.
The Tiguan will appeal to people who don't like big, brawny SUVs with immense road presence.
Can a stronger platform, an all-new design, a more powerful engine and an extended feature list make the third-gen WagonR a better car than its rivals? Let's find out
It truly is something you can take to work every day and hit the track on the weekend.
The 2016 Ford Endeavour 2.2 is a beast of a vehicle which though is a bit down on power as compared to its 3.2-litre version but it is a monster in itself nonetheless
The Volkswagen Polo GT TDI has been one of the most exciting cars.
Nissan's affordable hatchback, especially made for India, also has a good drive quality.
The BMW 5-Series is the ultimate executive luxury sedan which blends excellent driving pleasure with uber luxury that too in a timeless design.The 5-Series F10 model, introduced in India in 2010 updated in 2013, is now available in the 530d M-Sport variant which is a slight departure from the normal 5-Series - as explored by Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com.
The SUV got gorgeous and more muscular.
The Jaguar XJL is now the oldest limousine in India, unlike its contemporaries which have recently been updated.
It is definitely the heaviest in its class, which is likely to make in-city commutes a tad troublesome
Thanks to a well-sorted chassis and Renault's motor, the car induces confidence in the driver to take it for a faster spin
The most fun vehicle to drive of the three is the Verna. It also has the most powerful engine.
