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Coronavirus Pandemic: Yamaha Employees Donate Rs. 61.5 Lakh Toward COVID-19 Relief Fund

Yamaha Motor India Group (YMIG) on Saturday announced that its employees have joined the fight against the novel Coronavirus Pandemic by voluntarily donating a day's salary from the April month. The...




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Mercedes-Benz Produces Hand Crafted Face Masks For Employees At Sindelfingen Plant

During the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the daily work routine for tailors and apprentices looks a bit different than usual: for several weeks, they have been producing hand-crafted masks for use of...




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Range-topping Mercedes-Benz E-Class Elite: BMW 530d-rival gets more power, features

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Elite is the range-topping model and gets a new engine, additional features and more.




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Coronavirus Tips: 6 key frequently touched points you must sanitise in your car

Some of you may need to drive your cars for the odd necessary grocery run, or if you are someone who’s profession falls under the umbrella of essential service. Here are some extra tips to keep your commutes sanitised. Wash your hands, but also wash the things you touch with your hands.




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All-new or refreshed Audi BS6 cars in the pipeline: Diesel not ruled out entirely

Audi India has said that they will be bringing in petrol or electrification to their new portfolio, while diesel is still being evaluated.




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Exclusive! Kia Sonet runs into problem after trademark objection on name: Venue, Brezza rival launch in 2020

As Kia gears up to launch its third model for India, we have discovered a small roadblock for the automaker from Korea. The upcoming sub-compact SUV slated to be called the Sonet may need a new name before it is launched.




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Skoda Karoq, new Rapid and Superb digital launch likely on May 6

The Skoda Superb, as well as the Rapid, will be facelifted models while the Karoq is an all-new offering that might be brought in limited numbers.




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All-new Toyota Yaris Cross unveiled: Why it should but won’t launch in India

Toyota plans to make 1,50,000 of the Toyota Yaris Cross in France a year alongside the hatchback for the European market. But will only go on sale next year.




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Mini Cooper BS6 models listed on website: Why 5-door and Clubman are missing

Only the Countryman now is available with a diesel engine in India while all other models come with the familiar 2.0-litre petrol motor.




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Mini rushes to change ‘Corona Spoke’ wheel design name for electric model: Now called this!

The Mini Cooper SE made its debut last year with a funky wheel design which they then called the ‘Corona Spoke’, which has turned out to be somewhat inappropriate in recent times.




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Škoda Auto to resume production with protective measures in Czech Republic starting 27 April

Specific steps will be taken to keep the workforce healthy and organisational provisions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. Production at our three Skoda Auto Czech sites has been suspended since 18 March 2020.




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Toyota Yaris Cross: Etios Cross replacement in India or not?

The Toyota Etios Cross wasn't a huge commercial success but the Yaris Cross looks upmarket as well as has modern equipment in the form of a hybrid powertrain.




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All-Electric Ford Mustang Cobra Jet ready to silently tear up a drag strip with 1400hp!

Ford has built an all-electric prototype Mustang for the drag strip. With 1,400hp Ford aims to claim a quarter-mile time of 8 seconds at a max speed of 273kmph.




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Ola partners with Delhi Government for free ambulance service for non-COVID cases

Ola is providing transport services for all non-COVID medical trips such as scheduled check-ups, dialysis, chemotherapy and for immediate medical needs such as injuries, amongst others.




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The Grand Tour Madagascar Special nearly finished: Jeremy Clarkson explains episode delays

The next Grand Tour episode has been delayed, and host Jeremy Clarkson put producer Andy Wilman on the spot to answer the internet’s questions to when the episode will be released. The live session on Youtube revealed some good insights.




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China’s Hongqi & US’ Silk EV joint venture to make 1,400 hp super sports hybrid car S9

Hongqi is a brand under Chinese automaker FAW Group which has announced that it will set up a joint venture with Silk EV LLC from the United States to manufacture its first super sports model.




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Porsche Boxster driver made to do squats by Indore Police on street

A driver of a Porsche Boxster was forced to do squats while holding his ears by Indore Police when he ventured out in his convertible sportscar during the lockdown.




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Fastest Suzuki Jimny in the world! 200 hp in a pocket rocket

This modified Suzuki Jimny is the pocket rocket you never know you wanted. With 200hp at the disposal of your right foot, this is probably the fastest Jimny on the road today.




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Honda Cars launches online booking portal for all models amid lockdown with Honda from Home initiative

As the nation continues to be under lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. Honda cars India has launched an online portal for prospective customers who can book their Honda model of their choosing sitting at home, safe from COVID-19.




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Mahindra Alturas BS6 launched: Toyota Fortuner rival’s price, specs, features

The flagship Mahindra, Alturas G4, in its BS6 avatar is Rs 1 lakh expensive and still comes in two variants.




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BMW India Contactless Experience online booking goes live: Book new car, service, delivery

The BMW Contactless Experience goes live and will help ensure a great level of transparency while booking or servicing a vehicle.




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2020 Datsun Redi-Go facelift teased: Maruti S-Presso rival to get design makeover

Like the Renault Kwid, the Datsun Redi-Go will be getting a makeover soon with a new design and some feature updates. We now have a glimpse of what it may look like.




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Amid Coronavirus pandemic, Volkswagen starts online car sales: Integrates 137 sales touchpoints across India

All Volkswagen facilities across the network along with the vehicles will be thoroughly sanitized on a regular basis for their safety.




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Mercedes-Benz India starts online bookings: Book a car or service from home

The Mercedes-Benz Merc From Home initiative helps eliminate human contact and promotes transparency with respect to vehicle availability and prices.




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Automated Coronavirus disinfection for car cabin with this sprinkle system-style spray

This apparatus can be used to sanitize the seats of cars, taxis, ambulances, goods vans, buses, flights, trains, and could even sanitize elevators, etc.




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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA launch around the corner: Compact-SUV now displayed on India website

The GLA-Class is expected to be launched in India soon as the German brand has displayed the vehicle on its India website.




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Great news! 50% off on Zoomcar booking and 50% cashback on all car rentals

Zoomcar 'Never Stop Living' offer: Customers who need cars for longer duration can also choose to subscribe for one, three, or six months at competitive prices.




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Lamborghini on a treadmill! Indian photographer’s images sets Instagram on fire!

An Indian photographer embraced work from home and aced it with these stunning shots of a speeding Lamborghini from his home. These images have set Instagram on fire and almost crashed the internet with how realistic this scale model of a Lamborghini Huracán is made to look like in the pictures.




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Volkswagen starts limited production in Germany through multi-shift operation

Volkswagen has shared this 100-point plan with its more than 40,000 suppliers and logistics partners throughout the world.




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Electric cars in India with more than 150km range: Tata Nexon, Hyundai Kona and more

India currently has only sedans and SUVs in the electric vehicle space and these range between Rs 9 lakh - Rs 24 lakh, ex-showroom.




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Electric Ambassador on The Grand Tour? Jeremy Clarkson could feature DC Design e-Amby on show

Electric Ambassador on The Grand Tour: DC Design e-Amby is being developed under a new brand called DC2. It is meant to be an all-electric car that draws inspiration from the iconic Ambassador.




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BS6 diesel hatchbacks under Rs 10 lakh: Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Tata Altroz and more

Very few manufacturers offer a diesel engine now, especially for hatchbacks, in the sub-Rs 10 lakh price bracket.




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Upcoming car launches after lockdown: Kia Sonet to Skoda Karoq and more

Nearly all automakers have been forced to postpone their model launch plans due to the coronavirus lockdown. Here are some cars and SUVs that will be lunched once the dust settles.




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Mahindra XUV500 diesel BS6 launched: Hyundai Creta rival’s price, specs, features

The Mahindra XUV500 BS6 gets a minimal price hike and at present, the automatic's prices are yet to be revealed.




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New Porsche 911 finally gets a manual transmission! Purists rejoice!

As promised the new 992 generation Porsche 911 is now available with a manual transmission and purists couldn’t be happier.




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Mahindra Scorpio BS6 launched: Changes in price, features and variants

The BS6 Mahindra Scorpio drops the entry-level variant as well as is now available only with one diesel engine and 6-speed manual transmission combination.




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2020 Nissan Kicks launch soon: Creta, Seltos rival to get new turbo petrol engine

Nissan India will make another attempt against the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta with a new turbo petrol engine with a CVT automatic transmission in the 2020 Nissan Kicks. Second times the charm?




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BMW 5 Series facelift images leaked: Smaller kidney grille is a reason to rejoice

It seems like the season of BMW product leaks. After the new iX3 and the 2 Series models being leaked online, another one has surfaced and this time it’s the newer version of the popular 5 Series sedan.




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Skoda Superb facelift bookings start online: Expected price, launch, specs, features

The Skoda Superb facelift has a 2.0-litre petrol engine and Matrix LED headlights while its competitor will be the Toyota Camry hybrid.




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Rolls-Royce’s Honey sales booming despite no car production: Sweet surprise!

The Bee Apiary at Rolls-Royce was opened in the year 2017 and the six hives are christened quite interestingly as these are named as Phantom, Wraith, Dawn, Cullinan, Ghost and Spirit of Ecstasy.




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Fastest Ford Mustang yet is electric? 1400 hp Cobra Jet does over 270 km/h in just 400 metres

Ford says that with the Mustang Cobra Jet 1400 prototype, it aims to advance the heritage and performance of the Mustang while incorporating some of the most advanced technology coming to Ford’s future powertrains.




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Upcoming SUVs in Rs 10-25 lakh price bracket: Tata Gravitas, Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Compass

The SUVs shown here could be priced as low as Rs 10 lakh while few others might breach the Rs 25 lakh mark.




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Free engine oil service for BMW customers who are doctors: MINI, BMW Motorrad included

Amid the Covid-19 / coronavirus lockdown, BMW Group India also announced that existing BMW or MINI Service Inclusive package or warranty extension holders will be getting free sanitisation of the car instead of the engine oil service.




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Video: Land Rover marks World Land Rover Day by honouring COVID-19 healthcare workers

Jaguar Land Rover today released a short video honouring Red Cross personnel. To assist in coronavirus relief operations, JLR has deployed 143 SUVs for use by the Red Cross that include Defender, Discovery, and Discovery Sport.




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Nissan Kicks turbo-petrol variant: Will more power than Creta, Seltos be enough?

The Nissan turbo-petrol engine's benchmark power and torque figures should be enough to keep competition at bay but what about creature comforts and value-for-money?




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MG Motor converts Hector into ambulance to donate to healthcare authorities in Vadodara

The MG Hector was converted to an ambulance in a span of 10 days, and was developed and retrofitted by MG's engineering team in Halol in collaboration with Ahmedabad-based Natraj Motor Body Builders.




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Kinetic Green launches three e-vehicles for disinfecting indoors and outdoors

Kinetic has tied up with three partners for the spraying and fogging machines which will be integrated on to their vehicles.




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Haryana bans all new vehicle purchase is false news: What really has been banned

During the cabinet chaired by CM Khattar, it was also decided that even in case of very urgent need of a new car or jeep, outsourcing/hiring of the vehicles should be done.




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Exclusive: More powerful Nissan Kicks facelift bookings to start in May; will rival Creta, Seltos

The new Nissan Kicks facelift might just be the shot in the arm for the Japanese manufacturer and could come with really competitive pricing.




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2020 Datsun Redi-Go facelift gets new 8-inch touchscreen: Features and Variants leaked

The detailed list of equipment that the 2020 Datsun Redi-Go will offer once it is launched has been leaked online which has revealed that the Redi-Go will feature a new dash that offers an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system.