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Hulkenberg back in F1 after Perez fails COVID-19 test

Hulkenberg back in F1 after Perez fails COVID-19 test

Rediff.com31 Jul 2020

Germany's Nico Hulkenberg will replace Racing Point driver Sergio Perez at this weekend's British Formula One Grand Prix after the Mexican was ruled out by a positive COVID-19 test result. Hulkenberg, a veteran of 177 Grands Prix, raced for the team when they were known as Force India. He competed for Renault last season.

Spanish train runs at 110-115 kmph on UP tracks

Spanish train runs at 110-115 kmph on UP tracks

Rediff.com29 May 2016

After the trial run on the Bareilly-Moradabad line, it will be tried on Rajdhani route between Mathura and Palwal for 40 days with speed up to 180 km per hour.

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.

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Audi R8: Intelligent sprinter

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The new Audi R8 V10 is a super-fast car that is also intelligent

Audi A3 Cabriolet is an eye-catcher

Audi A3 Cabriolet is an eye-catcher

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

Driving the Audi A3 Cabriolet is a thrilling experience, says P Tharyan.

Renault Lodgy: A perfect combination of comfort & drivability

Renault Lodgy: A perfect combination of comfort & drivability

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

Since the beginning of its sales in India, French MPV Renault Lodgy has always faced stiff competition from Toyota Innova as the ultimate people's mover.

Get ready to travel in faster, swanky trains!

Get ready to travel in faster, swanky trains!

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The coaches will have aesthetically pleasant interiors with spacious and well-designed seats.

The Rs 76.84-lakh Porsche Macan now in India

The Rs 76.84-lakh Porsche Macan now in India

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

It comes with various features including seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission, latest generation Porsche Communication Management and variety of distinctive interior and exterior features

When R K Krishna Kumar Spoke To Rediff

When R K Krishna Kumar Spoke To Rediff

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

Few people know Ratan Tata as well as R K Krishna Kumar does. Widely perceived to be among the managers closest to Tata, Krishna Kumar assesses Ratan Tata, the man and business leader, in this exclusive interview to Rediff.com's Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

How Olympians celebrated Valentine's Day at Beijing Games

How Olympians celebrated Valentine's Day at Beijing Games

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

Olympians at the 'closed-loop' Beijing Games have had to be creative to express their feelings of love

Verstappen and Hamilton on front row for Styrian GP

Verstappen and Hamilton on front row for Styrian GP

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

Hamilton decided to take matters into his own hands and pass several cars ahead of him, without gaining anything as Verstappen's time stood the test.

Porsche launches 911 Targa at Rs 1.78 crore

Porsche launches 911 Targa at Rs 1.78 crore

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Car comes in two variants - 911 Targa 4 and 911 Targa 4S.

Hulkenberg gets second chance after Perez tests positive again

Hulkenberg gets second chance after Perez tests positive again

Rediff.com7 Aug 2020

Nico Hulkenberg will continue as a stand-in for Racing Point at Formula One's 70th Anniversary Grand Prix, on Sunday, after Mexican Sergio Perez again tested positive for COVID-19, the team said on Friday.

India-made Jeep Wrangler priced at Rs 53.9 lakh is here!

India-made Jeep Wrangler priced at Rs 53.9 lakh is here!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2021

Automaker Jeep India on Wednesday launched a locally assembled version of its premium SUV Wrangler in the country with introductory prices starting at Rs 53.9 lakh (ex-showroom). The company had started the production of the model at its Ranjangaon plant near Pune in February and is now ready for retail across the country. The locally-assembled Jeep Wrangler is available in two variants - the Unlimited and Rubicon, priced at Rs 53.9 lakh and Rs 57.9 lakh, respectively. Both variants come with a BS-VI compliant 2-litre turbo petrol powertrain, which produces 268 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque and comes mated with an 8-speed automatic gearbox.

Is MG Hector an ideal family SUV? Find out

Is MG Hector an ideal family SUV? Find out

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

The MG Hector has grabbed a lot of attention and interest, especially for its segment-above technologies.

Honda Amaze excels in comfort and practicality

Honda Amaze excels in comfort and practicality

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

The Honda Amaze is the perfect embodiment of what an economical, reliable and affordable car should be according to our Indian conditions.

Toyota Etios Liva is a true blue no-nonsense hatchback

Toyota Etios Liva is a true blue no-nonsense hatchback

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

The car we're driving today is the most affordable Toyota in India, the Etios Liva and we tell you if you should consider it if you're in the market looking for a hatchback or look at the other obvious options.

5 years of Reliance Jio: Disruption to Data Revolution

5 years of Reliance Jio: Disruption to Data Revolution

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

'There is no doubt at all that Jio's disruption of the mobile broadband market was a turning point for India's digital economy.'

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Can the Mercedes Benz S-Class Maybach S650 be made better?

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

The Maybach S650's focus on luxury would make a private jet's interiors appear pedestrian, says Pavan Lall. Does it mean it has no room for improvement?

Tata Tiago is an excellent buy if you are a daily city commuter

Tata Tiago is an excellent buy if you are a daily city commuter

Rediff.com7 Sep 2018

It doesn't lack in practicality, affordability and drivability and even comes with interiors that are appealing

The Skoda Rapid facelift is a good C-segment sedan

The Skoda Rapid facelift is a good C-segment sedan

Rediff.com6 Mar 2018

How good a proposition is the facelifted Rapid? Indian automobile website MotorBeam.com finds out.

Hamilton takes pole at Monza, posts fastest lap in F1 history

Hamilton takes pole at Monza, posts fastest lap in F1 history

Rediff.com5 Sep 2020

The Mercedes driver smashed the Monza track record with a sensational lap of one minute 18.887 seconds to lead team mate Valtteri Bottas in another front row lockout.

Competitor who can stop Neeraj from winning gold

Competitor who can stop Neeraj from winning gold

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Vetter is the favourite to claim gold, while Chopra is being seen as India's best bet to end the country's Olympic medal drought in athletics.

Gatiman Express: India's fastest train hits the track

Gatiman Express: India's fastest train hits the track

Rediff.com5 Apr 2016

The launch of this train heralds a new era of high speed rail travel in India.

Maha govt to review bullet train project: Thackeray

Maha govt to review bullet train project: Thackeray

Rediff.com2 Dec 2019

The bullet train project has faced stiff opposition from farmers and tribals whose lands are to be acquired.

With new model, Hyundai Santro finally gets to be cool

With new model, Hyundai Santro finally gets to be cool

Rediff.com6 Dec 2018

The new Santro, with a premium feel, is proof that when it comes to offering latest features and with it design at competitive prices, small cars are no longer shying away from entering a territory once occupied only by larger models, says Pawan Lall.

Volkswagen GTI is a lovely hot hatchback

Volkswagen GTI is a lovely hot hatchback

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

The car promises to offer oodles of performance and fun, but at a price. Is it worth all that money? Indian automobile website MotorBeam finds out.

EcoSport: Though a facelist, the exterior & interior feel fresh

EcoSport: Though a facelist, the exterior & interior feel fresh

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

Considering how cheap Ford cars are to maintain these days, the EcoSport is definitely recommended for someone who doesn't prefer a Maruti or a Tata for that matter.

Totally sold out on the KIA Seltos!

Totally sold out on the KIA Seltos!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2019

Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com got the chance to get behind the wheel of the KIA Seltos in rain-splattered Goa, and can't get over the experience.

BMW India launches petrol 320i sedan @ Rs 36.9 lakh

BMW India launches petrol 320i sedan @ Rs 36.9 lakh

Rediff.com11 May 2016

The new vehicle is available at all BMW dealerships.

Hit & run case: Rajasthan MLA's son sent to police remand

Hit & run case: Rajasthan MLA's son sent to police remand

Rediff.com3 Jul 2016

An MLA's son, who hit an autorickshaw and a police PCR van with his speeding BMW killing three persons and injuring five others, had consumed alcohol five times the permissible limit.

Datsun redi-GO launched, price starts at Rs 2.38 lakh

Datsun redi-GO launched, price starts at Rs 2.38 lakh

Rediff.com7 Jun 2016

The 800cc five-speed manual transmission comes with a fuel economy of 25.17 kmpl

Maruti assures to upgrade safety features if govt asks to do so

Maruti assures to upgrade safety features if govt asks to do so

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Maruti ready to upgrade safety features.

The pioneers on Femina's cover

The pioneers on Femina's cover

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

The cover features India's only woman Lieutenant General Madhuri Kanitkar, champion racing driver Alisha Abdullah and Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of India's ODI/T20 women's cricket teams.

India bound: Honda unveils facelifted 2016 Accord

India bound: Honda unveils facelifted 2016 Accord

Rediff.com25 Jul 2015

The mid-life refreshed Accord comes with stylistic changes along with added features while mechanically it remains unaltered

Rorschach, Mammootty and the Unfeeling Indian Hero

Rorschach, Mammootty and the Unfeeling Indian Hero

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

After a lifetime of showing us what it means to 'act at the top of one's bent and never hit a false note', Mammootty had the good sense, in the third act of his career, to pare down his style, become less mannered, draw directly from life. And getting a performer like that to play characters who seem 'completely dead inside', is, in my view, a betrayal of his legacy, his still-burning ambition, and his still-sharp feelers, observes Sreehari Nair.

How Ferrari plan to bounce back after disappointing start

How Ferrari plan to bounce back after disappointing start

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Ferrari announced a restructuring of their Formula One technical department on Wednesday after struggling in the first three races of a season so far dominated by Mercedes. The sport's oldest, most glamorous and successful team -- last year's runners-up -- are fifth in the championship with Sebastian Vettel and Charles Leclerc pushed into more of a midfield battle.

Honda WR-V is bold, sporty and practical!

Honda WR-V is bold, sporty and practical!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2017

While the top-end diesel engine is mated to a six-speed gear box, the petrol engine is mated to a new five-speed gearbox

Volvo S 60 Cross country: A luxury sedan with sporty features

Volvo S 60 Cross country: A luxury sedan with sporty features

Rediff.com9 May 2016

The Volvo S60 Cross Country is a very capable car that can be handled across all weather and terrain conditions, says P Tharyan.

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

Rediff.com12 Nov 2021

In New Delhi's corridors of power, debate continues on whether the navy even needs a third aircraft carrier.