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Upgraded Jetta is gorgeous but Volkwagen missed out on few things

Upgraded Jetta is gorgeous but Volkwagen missed out on few things

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Volkswagen could have made some extensive visual upgrades to the 2015 Jetta facelift but missed out on the opportunity.

BMW X5 is a worthy competitor to all time best selling Audi Q7

BMW X5 is a worthy competitor to all time best selling Audi Q7

Rediff.com25 May 2016

The BMW X5 is the largest SUV one can buy with the famous blue and white logo from Bavaria. The car is the quintessential European luxury SUV with all the creature comforts one finds in the executive sedans of the company. Indian automobile website MotorBeam.comtests the mettle of the big-brawny SUV from BMW.

Force Gurkha Xplorer: A real treat for hardcore off-roaders

Force Gurkha Xplorer: A real treat for hardcore off-roaders

Rediff.com13 Sep 2017

This car is a real treat for hardcore off-roaders, the ones who know how to deploy the differential locks, says P Tharyan

Honda discontinues Accord in India

Honda discontinues Accord in India

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

Honda have discontinued their flagship sedan, the Accord, in the Indian market owing to poor demand.

BMW X5: A safe and stylish SUV for comfortable long drives

BMW X5: A safe and stylish SUV for comfortable long drives

Rediff.com17 May 2016

The BMW X5 is the largest SUV one can buy with the famous blue and white logo from Bavaria.

Volkswagen to recall 1,950 cars in China

Volkswagen to recall 1,950 cars in China

Rediff.com12 Oct 2015

Scandal-hit German carmaker Volkswagen on Monday said it will recall 1,950 diesel vehicles in China to rectify engine software that cheats on emissions tests.

HM, General Motors in pact

HM, General Motors in pact

Rediff.com27 Oct 2003

Hindustan Motors, owned by C K Birla group, has concluded an arrangement to supply engine and gearbox to General Motors' sports utility vehicles, which are yet to hit the Indian roads.

One reason why Mahindra Marazzo is unbeatable

One reason why Mahindra Marazzo is unbeatable

Rediff.com6 Aug 2019

The only reason why the Marazzo interests you is because your budget doesn't afford you the better MPV, the Toyota Innova and that's where Mahindra has played the masterstroke, the price, it fits right between the Ertiga and Innova and if you want an MPV in this price bracket, the Marazzo is just unbeatable.

F1 Preview: Hamilton hopes to pull away in Austria

F1 Preview: Hamilton hopes to pull away in Austria

Rediff.com27 Jun 2018

The Mercedes driver is 14 points clear of his rival and fellow four-times world champion after winning in France on Sunday and heads to Spielberg confident of continuing the momentum.

F1 Pit-lane tales: Ecclestone wants more races in America

F1 Pit-lane tales: Ecclestone wants more races in America

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

Speaking at last weekend's title deciding US Grand Prix in Austin, the 84-year-old Briton told reporters he hoped to add more American venues to a series that is already set for a record 21 races next year.

Maruti's XL6 is the Ertiga in much nicer clothes

Maruti's XL6 is the Ertiga in much nicer clothes

Rediff.com12 Sep 2019

If you think the XL6 is a brand new, from-the-ground-up car, you have another think coming, says Pablo Chatterji.

Hero Splendor Pro Classic is the world's cheapest cafe racer motorcycle

Hero Splendor Pro Classic is the world's cheapest cafe racer motorcycle

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

At Rs 53,900, the Hero Splendor Pro Classic is the cheapest cafe racer motorcycle in the world, says Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam. The other locally manufactured cafe racer styled motorcycle is the Royal Enfield Continental GT.

15 stunning cars to blaze Indian roads in the next three months

15 stunning cars to blaze Indian roads in the next three months

Rediff.com19 Sep 2016

From a Rs 9-lakh Maruti to a Rs 2 crore-Nissan, Indian auto industry packs quite a surprise for car buyers

Planning to buy the Honda Hornet 160R?

Planning to buy the Honda Hornet 160R?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2016

Here are the 160R's pros and cons to help you make up your mind.

The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo

The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com reveals the good, bad and ugly of the latest MPV from the Mahindra stable.

Honda BR-V's ride quality is mature

Honda BR-V's ride quality is mature

Rediff.com9 Jan 2018

The BR-V is a Mobilio-derived crossover from Honda that not just offers the practicality of an SUV but also is a spacious seven-seater, writes Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com

Toyota unveils the stunning Next-Gen Innova Crysta

Toyota unveils the stunning Next-Gen Innova Crysta

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

Awed by the stunning Innova Crysta, Rajesh Karkera, is now eagerly waiting to get into the driver's seat for the magical experience.

Pitstop: The diesel deal

Pitstop: The diesel deal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2003

Can this Italian bike win Indian hearts?

Can this Italian bike win Indian hearts?

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Benelli is betting big on entry-level segments as so evident by the latest BN251 motorcycle, says Faisal Ali Khan

Volkswagen Polo GT TSI: The best petrol hatchback in India

Volkswagen Polo GT TSI: The best petrol hatchback in India

Rediff.com10 Nov 2014

it's the cheapest car in the country to get a dual clutch automatic gearbox, and blends the best of both worlds - it's fast and fun, yet easy and efficient.

Vespa Elegante is all yours for Rs 79,000

Vespa Elegante is all yours for Rs 79,000

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

This is Piaggio's second limited edition scooter offering in the Indian market and the Italian automaker plans to launch special editions of the Vespa every year.

Triumph Motorcycles is betting big on India!

Triumph Motorcycles is betting big on India!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

The company has launched Thunderbird LT as its 12th bike in the country, says Faisal Ali Khan of MotorBeam.com

Lamborghini Huracan launched in India at Rs 3.43 crore

Lamborghini Huracan launched in India at Rs 3.43 crore

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

Gallardo successor hits 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds.

Hamilton equals Schumacher's record with pole at Belgian GP

Hamilton equals Schumacher's record with pole at Belgian GP

Rediff.com26 Aug 2017

The Mercedes driver was fastest in every phase of qualifying to take pole with a time of one minute 42.553 seconds, a track record.

Will Mahindra succeed with the NuvoSport?

Will Mahindra succeed with the NuvoSport?

Rediff.com12 May 2016

The NuvoSport does a fairly good job of being a seven-seater commuter.

Hyundai brings back Santro 3 years after shelving it

Hyundai brings back Santro 3 years after shelving it

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

The car is expected to hit the road on October 23 and is being launched as Hyundai celebrates two decades in the country. Industry sources say that it will be priced at Rs 3,70,000 to stay competitive with its biggest competitors, Tata Tiago and Maruti Suzuki Celerio.

Hyundai Creta makes for a great buy in the compact SUV segment

Hyundai Creta makes for a great buy in the compact SUV segment

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

Opt for the top-spec trims, you get four additional airbags, Hill Start Assist and Vehicle Stability Management as well.

Formula One: Mercedes' Bottas pips Vettel to win Austrian Grand Prix

Formula One: Mercedes' Bottas pips Vettel to win Austrian Grand Prix

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

Hamilton, Bottas's team mate, started in eighth place after a grid penalty triggered by an unscheduled gearbox change and finished fourth.

Make way for Verna Generation-V!

Make way for Verna Generation-V!

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

The fifth generation Verna, Generation-V, is loaded with some great features, and can give competitors a run for their money, says Joshua David Luther

Hurrah! The all-new Bajaj Pulsar 150 is here

Hurrah! The all-new Bajaj Pulsar 150 is here

Rediff.com17 Jan 2015

The long wait for Bajaj Auto's much-hyped, all-new Pulsar 150 is over.

The new Honda City is worth a thumbs up!

The new Honda City is worth a thumbs up!

Rediff.com31 Aug 2017

The Honda City is one of the highest selling C-segment sedans in the Indian market today.

She's got the looks!

She's got the looks!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

The Street Triple RS is one of the best looking naked motorcycles in the segment, says bike enthusiast Rajesh Alva

F1: Changes in super-licence and engine rules

F1: Changes in super-licence and engine rules

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Formula One approved changes to its power unit penalty system with immediate effect on Friday and also tweaked super-licence rules for 2016 to give more drivers a chance to enter the sport from other series.

Tata Bolt is a hot hatchback to watch out for

Tata Bolt is a hot hatchback to watch out for

Rediff.com19 Dec 2014

The Tata Bolt is a well packaged hatchback with attractive interiors, space and excellent ride quality.

Honda CB Hornet 160R is yours for Rs 80k

Honda CB Hornet 160R is yours for Rs 80k

Rediff.com13 Dec 2015

After much speculations and wait, Honda has finally launched its highly awaited CB Hornet in India. With the starting price of Rs 79,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the bike is available in two variants -- the standard variant with a single disc and Dual Discs with CBS.

Maruti S-Cross has arrived, Duster, Ecosport be prepared!

Maruti S-Cross has arrived, Duster, Ecosport be prepared!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2015

Maruti has chosen to call the S-Cross as a premium crossover, which is evident once you look at the hatchback-like profile of the vehicle.

Battle of the SUVs: Fiat Avventura takes on Ford EcoSport

Battle of the SUVs: Fiat Avventura takes on Ford EcoSport

Rediff.com15 Dec 2014

The Italian stallion emerges as more desirable drive.

Hero MotoCorp's Hunk gets a facelift

Hero MotoCorp's Hunk gets a facelift

Rediff.com11 Dec 2015

Suzuki Gixxer, Yamaha FZ-S and Honda CB Hornet 160R, beware! Here comes the Hunk.

Hamilton v Vettel, the Formula One season so far

Hamilton v Vettel, the Formula One season so far

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

Lewis Hamilton can clinch his fifth Formula One world championship at Sunday's US Grand Prix.

Vettel wins Bahrain Grand Prix, Hamilton third

Vettel wins Bahrain Grand Prix, Hamilton third

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

Formula One world championship leader Sebastian Vettel won the Bahrain Grand Prix for Ferrari on Sunday in the German's 200th race start.