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Explained | PM Modi launches vehicle scrappage policy: What it means for private car owners

BUSINESS

Explained | PM Modi launches vehicle scrappage policy: What it means for private car owners

The new vehicle scrappage policy, unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 13 and aimed at recycling old and unfit vehicles, is expected to draw investments of around Rs 10,000 crore and give impetus to circular economy. Here is what the policy entails.

How bad is the semiconductor chip shortage likely to get?

BUSINESS

How bad is the semiconductor chip shortage likely to get?

With the semiconductor shortage hampering the Indian automobile sector’s recovery, brands are working out how best to cater to the surge in demand that comes during the festive season.

RIL-Ambri deal: All you need to know about renewable energy storage

BUSINESS

RIL-Ambri deal: All you need to know about renewable energy storage

With Reliance New Energy Solar (RNSEL), a unit of Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries (RIL), investing in energy storage company Ambri, we take a closer look at the technologies and facilities that are involved in the storage of clean and renewable energy.

Does the highly-anticipated Jaguar I-Pace live-up to the hype?

TECHNOLOGY

Does the highly-anticipated Jaguar I-Pace live-up to the hype?

Winner of over 80 global awards, including the 2019 World Car of the Year, the Jaguar I-Pace has finally arrived in India. Can it make a mark?

Flex fuel and water: What a high level of ethanol means for you and your vehicle

BUSINESS

Flex fuel and water: What a high level of ethanol means for you and your vehicle

Ethanol is being blended with petrol, per a government directive. What effect does this have on your vehicle? What about ethanol’s capacity to absorb water? For answers, read on.

How the government’s new mandatory airbags proposal affects the consumer

AUTOMOBILE

How the government’s new mandatory airbags proposal affects the consumer

How much more would the consumer have to pay?

Audi S5 Sportback is the friendliest of fast sedans in the country

AUTOMOBILE

Audi S5 Sportback is the friendliest of fast sedans in the country

The new Audi S5 Sportback meets all your performance sedan goals and then some.

What Merc going all-electric means for EVs and India

BUSINESS

What Merc going all-electric means for EVs and India

The brand is ready to go all-electric in most markets by 2030. Is India likely to be one of them?

Everything you need to know about Gigafactories

BUSINESS

Everything you need to know about Gigafactories

With Reliance Industries (RIL) planning on building four of them in India, it’s important to see just how gigafactories can alter the topography of public and private transport and how the lithium-ion mother lode can revolutionise transport.

Maharashtra EV Policy 2021 and differences with Gujarat’s, explained

BUSINESS

Maharashtra EV Policy 2021 and differences with Gujarat’s, explained

Details on the most comprehensive, state-issued EV policy yet, which, among other things aims to achieve 25 percent electrification of public transport by 2025.

Lithium Ion Batteries vs Hydrogen Fuel Cell: Which is the technology of the future?

BUSINESS

Lithium Ion Batteries vs Hydrogen Fuel Cell: Which is the technology of the future?

Both technologies harness electricity and leave behind zero emissions, but the similarities end there.

Want to install a Public Charging Station for EVs? Here’s what you need to know

BUSINESS

Want to install a Public Charging Station for EVs? Here’s what you need to know

All the FAQs about setting up Electric Vehicle charging stations designed for public use. 

How to Maintain Your Electric Vehicle

AUTOMOBILE

How to Maintain Your Electric Vehicle

Fewer moving parts means fewer dashes to the service centre. The overall EV maintenance is much lower than an ICEV.

How does an electric car work? 

AUTOMOBILE

How does an electric car work? 

Fancy buying an EV, but not sure about how it all works? Here is a detailed overview of the parts and principles that drive battery electric vehicles

What Reliance’s push towards green hydrogen power means for India’s EV ecosystem

BUSINESS

What Reliance’s push towards green hydrogen power means for India’s EV ecosystem

Battery power vs Hydrogen power: which is likely to win the EV sweepstakes?

Analysis: How the Gujarat EV policy benefits the consumer

TECHNOLOGY

Analysis: How the Gujarat EV policy benefits the consumer

Gujarat is officially the state with the most affordable electric vehicles. What does its EV policy hold for customers and manufacturers?

Take a look at the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class

TECHNOLOGY

Take a look at the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class

In a sea of SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class remains a limousine for the ages and a celebration of cardom

Why an electric scooter is the need of the hour

TECHNOLOGY

Why an electric scooter is the need of the hour

India’s electric two-wheeler market is yet to come of age. But is likely the most effective antidote to skyrocketing fuel costs.

Meet the all-new Tesla Model S Plaid: The quickest, most advanced car in the world

TECHNOLOGY

Meet the all-new Tesla Model S Plaid: The quickest, most advanced car in the world

In Elon Musk’s own words, “It’s faster than any Porsche. Safer than any Volvo”

Five things that make the Mercedes-Maybach the ultimate luxury statement

TECHNOLOGY

Five things that make the Mercedes-Maybach the ultimate luxury statement

The first batch is already sold out!

SUVs vs MPVs : Which is the more practical choice?

AUTOMOBILE

SUVs vs MPVs : Which is the more practical choice?

Behind our strong preference for SUVs lie notions of security, upward mobility and the growing need for space. But do SUVs truly represent the pinnacle of practicality and comfort? Or is there a better alternative?

Rimac Nevera beats Tesla | The fastest electric car in the world is here: Check pics, specifications, details

AUTO

Rimac Nevera beats Tesla | The fastest electric car in the world is here: Check pics, specifications, details

Croatian EV startup Rimac has just beaten Tesla to the punch by launching the fastest accelerating car in the world.

Mercedes-Benz launches 'Retail of the Future' model: Can it revolutionise the car buying process in India?

TECHNOLOGY

Mercedes-Benz launches 'Retail of the Future' model: Can it revolutionise the car buying process in India?

The brand claims that buying a Merc will never be the same again. Here’s why.

Explained | Why does the Global NCAP safety test matter? And how safe are Indian cars?

BUSINESS

Explained | Why does the Global NCAP safety test matter? And how safe are Indian cars?

Renault Triber’s latest crash test rating by Global NCAP is yet another milestone for India’s automotive safety norms.

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