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Hyundai Motor India Ltd. (HMIL) has launched ‘Samarth’ initiative for the awareness and enablement of people with disabilities in India. The initiative is aligned with Hyundai’s global vision of ‘Progress for Humani...

JCBL Limited is embarking on an exciting journey into the realm of Recreational Vehicles (RVs), by introducing the JCBL RV brand.

When two icons share a screen, the movie has all the makings of a blockbuster. In one of the most highly anticipated movies of the year “Jawan”, Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan is seen riding another motorcycle icon –...

Renault India Private Limited (RIPL) has launched its campaign, "Renault Experience Days." This innovative and immersive initiative promises to redefine the way Indians experience and engage with the brand.

R for Rabbit, one of India’s leading baby product brand, has announced its association with Jeep India launching its Social campaign #ChildSafetyMatters to address child safety during road travel.

MSL (Mobility Solutions Limited), a part of JCBL Group, has bagged a contract worth Rs. 100 crore with Indian railways for delivering and installing several essential components for the Vande Bharat Express.

udChalo, a leading consumer tech firm, launched a path breaking electric bicycle named "VirBike".

Adding another feather to the road safety initiative, Rapido – India’s leading auto-tech aggregator – is introducing a nationwide safety campaign, #RapidoSafetyFirst. The campaign aims to raise awareness about road ...

A survey by Cars24, , a leading e-commerce platform for pre-owned vehicles, has shown that a majority of people support rules that make it mandatory for car passengers seated at the rear to wear seatbelts.

Polaris India Pvt. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Polaris Industries Inc of the US, announced the launch of its flagship model RZR Pro R Sport in India. The vehicle is priced at Rs 59 lakh onward (ex showroom pa...

Ever heard of a Volvo 9600 sleeper coach? Well, if you were to travel inter-city in this multi axle sleeper coach, you can save the planet to a great extent.

The pre-owned luxury car segment is gaining immense popularity in recent years. The increase in disposable income has been a major factor in exercising the liberty to explore the niche segment previously dominated b...

I had not taken a break for a long time and I was desperate to end the monotony of a mundane life that Delhi had to offer. The weather was beginning to get hot and there were five adults including me ready to slip o...

Chartered Speed, one of India’s leading surface mobility company has announced the launch of luxurious caravan services in Ahmedabad – ‘Vahn’.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. felicitated Avani Lekhara for her trailblazing performance in 10m air rifle standing at the Tokyo Paralympic 2021. In a first of its kind attempt, Mahindra custom-made its new XUV700 to cate...

MG Motor India, in association with The Vadodara Marathon, presented a customised MG Hector to Tokyo Paralympics 2020 silver medal winner Bhavina Patel. India’s first internet-connected SUV, Hector, has been customi...

The new Mercedes-AMG pushchair (prams) collection in cooperation with German family-owned company Hartan based in Gestungshausen in Franconia, the Avantgarde and Performance models firstly impresses thanks to its un...

The EICMA 2021 (at Fiera Milano Rho, November 23rd through 28th) will see the launch of a new range of golf carts under the historic Italian automotive brand Iso, from the house of Tonino Lamborghini and Kinetic Gre...

The word ‘Racing’ isn’t by any means new to the folks at Royal Enfield. They’ve been building motorcycles since 1901 for God’s sake. Enfield has built wartime motorcycles during the first and second World War. The y...

Automobili Lamborghini in collaboration with the Lego Group has built a life-size replica of the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37, using over 400,000 Lego Technic elements. Following the launch of the 1:8 scale Lego Technic...

We have all heard of Mt Everest. Climbing the Everest requires considerable amount of stamina and will power. But if a vehicle has to successfully ‘Everest’, it requires robust technology, besides good driving skill...

Thus, when we got our hands on the Volkswagen T-Roc SUV, we could not think of any other destination but the mountains. Manali and Rohtang Pass came to our mind, as the car was to be picked up from Delhi.

In April 2021 Piaggio’s iconic scooter Vespa completes 75 years of existence. Much before Vespa officially started being manufactured at the Baramati factory in the district of Pune in the western Indian state of M...

'Sacred groves of Kerala: Down from 10,000 to 1,200', the headline of an article snapped my mind to attention. I researched the topic when the Instagram post 'Sacred grove conservation and tracing theyyam, the senti...

Leading car manufacturer in the country, Ford India has released the findings of its annual road safety survey. In its third wave, the Ford Cartesy survey brings forth underlying triggers and barriers to ideal road ...

Okinawa Autotech recently launched the Okinawa electric scooter primarily meant for the rough and tough B2B segment. This electric bike can also be adapted for personal use. We were curious whether this electric sco...

The Honda H’ness CB350 which was launched in October 2020 comes in two variants DLX and DLX Pro. We got a chance to ride the DLX Pro which costs roughly around Rs 2.26 lakh on road in Delhi. In this video we shall b...

The 2021 Volvo S60 car that I got to drive came with a set of keys. One was black in colour, one was orange in colour, one was a slim looking fob which is a button-less key and then there was a separate metal key to...

Mahindra & Mahindra has introduced an all-new range of accessories and merchandise for the All-New Thar. It has been put together keeping in mind the sporty and adventurous lifestyle of Thar owners and fans.

I found a companion in the trusted 4x4 Jeep Compass Limited Plus edition. Jeep is no ordinary brand; it encapsulates the best in driving and comfort. Come rough or smooth, you can trust its firm footing.

Mahindra XUV 300 scores big time in terms of safety in the sub 4 metre compact SUV segment.

Automobili Lamborghini and The Italian Sea Group present the worldwide premiere of ‘Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63’, the Tecnomar fleet’s new motor yacht available in a limited edition in reference to Lamborghini’s 196...

The world has never been fair. There is always a rich world and a poor world. Just like the way there are privileged auto journalists and the not so privileged auto journalists in India. The ongoing covid-19 pandemi...

It was the Leg 2 of the 13th edition of the Mahindra BAJA SAEINDIA 2020 organised at the Chitkara University Grounds on the Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway in Punjab.

With an exact 712 stitches per diamond, Bentley’s striking Diamond-in-Diamond Quilting pattern for the interiors of the new Continental GT and Continental GT Convertible models is now ordered by three-quarters of al...

Bespoke Rolls-Royce cars are those that are usually in demand from well heeled people. A Stockholm-based entrepreneur too ordered one and the changes were truly enchanting with the car getting a floral make up. Yes ...

JCB’s Fastrac from UK based company has stormed into the record books after being crowned the world’s fastest tractor with a speed of 135.191 mph. The Fastrac - designed and built by a team of young engineers in Sta...

We detail some of the important facts from a recent Rear Seat Belt Usage and Child Road Safety in India study to ponder over some worrying trends and ways to counter them.

Globally, Jaguar has dog owners covered this Christmas with the launch of its all-new pet products. Designed for comfort and convenience, the bespoke accessories are the perfect present for four-legged friends this ...

It was the 8th anniversary issue of Motown India print magazine and we were hard pressed for time. Yet, we had made up our minds to hit the hills bordering Himachal Pradesh in Haryana. Yes, you got it right, we plan...

If you would have ever seen a Lamborghini car at close range, you would have definitely been awed by its carbon fibre construction. You might even have seen a carbon fibre laden Kawasaki Ninja H2R touch 400 kmph. Bu...

What do you get if you want to go off-roading on four wheels? You get an SUV. What do you do when you want to do the same on two wheels? You get an adventure motorcycle. But what if you want to go on the beaten path...

The Guangde Proving track was really intimidating. We were not allowed to use our cameras, mobile phones or any other recording devices at the plant. It was as though we were at a top secret facility of SAIC Motor C...

Trek Bicycle has launched the latest generation of its ground-breaking aerodynamic race bike, Madone. Renowned for its ability to balance aerodynamics with ride quality, the new Madone has been updated with key tech...

The Hero Lectro EZephyr is an EPAC that cuts down on weight. We ride it to see if it makes sense to invest in an electri cycle in today's time.

The Firefox Surfelo is no ordinary cycle. It is meant for those who are good cyclists and those who understand the use of gears in a cycle. This cycle is meant for serious riding and for those who are extremely disc...

Isuzu Motors India has joined hands with Cougar Motorsport Pvt. Ltd. to promote the spirit of adventure by sponsoring the 2018 edition of RFC India. This is the 5th edition of India’s toughest international off-road...

Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL) has kick-started the second-phase of its helmet awareness campaign – ‘#HelmetForLife. In a bid to promote safe-riding habits and encouraging two-wheeler riders as well...

As a part of its road-safety efforts, Maruti Suzuki India Limited will be creating excitement and surprise among Auto Expo 2018 visitors at Greater Noida when it organised a unique #PehniKya? flash mob to create awa...

Arjuna award winner and a renowned cricketer, Gautam Gambhir unveiled Pinnacle Speciality Vehicles’ bespoke range. Finetza is India’s first and best-in-class expandable motor home and the ultimate definition of lux...

The 14th edition of the biennial Auto Expo 2018 will again see auto component manufacturers and automobile manufacturers hosting their respective shows in two different venues. While the Components show will be held...

Pinnacle Speciality Vehicles (PSV), a division of Pinnacle Industries Limited is all set to showcase Finetza, a customised expandable motor home at the 2018 Auto Expo. The first of its kind in the Indian market, th...

Pinnacle Speciality Vehicles, part of Pinnacle Industries Limited group, a company specialising in custom and special purpose vehicles for commercial and personal use, has launched ‘Magnifica’, a customised tourer s...

Bikers from across the country rode into Vagator, Goa for the two-day (Nov 24 & 25 , 2017) 5th edition of the India Bike Week to celebrate their passion for moto-culture. Organised by Orangefish Entertainment Privat...

Why should parents have all the fun, especially when they are driving around in a Land Rover vehicle? To make sure the world is equally fair to the toddlers too, Land Rover and iCandy have launched the iCandy Peach ...

Volvo Cars today declares an end to a problem faced daily by drivers around the globe: a lack of suitable and functional storage space inside their car. With its innovative approach inside the new XC40 which is set ...

Generally it is perceived that cars are bought on the basis of their colour, shape, brand and design. That may be right but many buy a car based on its smell too. In fact, smell is the most sensitive and powerful of...

Royal Enfield unveiled two new custom builds at the fifth edition of the Wheels and Waves festival, Europe's landmark surfing and motorcycling event held in June 2017 in Biarritz, France.

For once the little boy inside me took over as I stood there giggling like a lad out to play a prank on people. There was no one inside the beautifully designed BMW 730Ld M Sport that stood in the middle of a desert...

Toyota will be handing over keys to its latest concept roadster at the Tokyo Toy Show which begins from June 1 to 4, 2017. Young visitors to the show will be able to get behind the wheel of the Camatte Petta concept...

In 2013, Rolls-Royce was approached by one of its most valued customers with a very particular request. A connoisseur and collector of distinctive, one-off items including super-yachts and private aircraft, this gen...

Polaris had a moment of pride on May 3, 2017 as Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting Kedarnath temple was transported in the Polaris Ranger 6X6. The Prime Minister travelled in a Polaris Ranger 6X6 800 EFI. Polaris...

Wheelie is something every biker loves to attempt, all over the world. But then wheelies are done over a short distance and take as little as a few seconds or at the most a few minutes. But in Japan, a rider by the ...

Even though safety belts in cars are meant to protect your life in case of an accident, a majority of Delhi-ites are not convinced of the fact that wearing a safety belt while travelling in a car can actually save y...

Like always international auto shows create a flutter with the showcasing of concept cars. But the 87th Geneva International Auto Show (March 7 to 19, 2017) saw a concept car that could possibly flutter, I mean actu...

I am sure many of you may have watched the ‘Office Office’ sitcom on television in the past and may have thoroughly enjoyed it too. But in the real world of office, things are never so exciting and easy. Beginning w...

German car major Volkswagen has announced the launch of the Crest collection. This collection is for buyers looking for a little extra from their vehicle. With this collection, customers can enjoy the best of German...

And we all thought the little fellow could not go very fast! A specially-tuned Volkswagen Beetle has set a new speed record at the World of Speed event that has long been a tradition at Lake Bonneville in Utah (USA)...

There can be no better message than one which conveys the virtues of safe driving. Motown India has always been emphasising in its editorial as well as news pages, the importance of safe driving and the positive imp...

Every August classic car fans from around the world converge on Pebble Beach in California for a very special beauty contest. This gathering of magnificent classic cars is the perfect place to premiere the exclusive...

As a part of enhancing their customer's premium purchase experience, Maruti Suzuki inaugurated their 'MyNEXA Concierge' at New Delhi's international airport which has been built on a total area of 900 sq. ft. The bo...

There are several motorcycle stunt championships across the globe, but none of major significance yet in India. Energy drink Red Bull brought two-time European stunt champion and Red Bull athlete Aras Gibieza to Ind...

June 5 is World Environment Day. In India, car manufacturers do their bit and conduct pollution camps where cars are checked for their pollution and accordingly they do the needful. As for the government and bodies...

Have you ever heard of a product clinic? Product clinics are popular among vehicle manufacturers. Usually the entire clinic is conducted in secrecy and each of the participants is made to sign a document not to disc...

A new level of luxury is launched in the Middle East with the introduction of the latest Bentley Suite at The St. Regis Dubai in Al Habtoor City. The ultimate statement of luxury beyond compare, the suite reflects t...

A rose, they say, is a symbol of love, sharing and peace. A car manufacturer based in Spain, SEAT did a rosey gestures that left the city of Barcelona not only smelling of rose, but also its sweethearts thrilled bey...

Audi cars are out there once again on the silver screen to thrill the audience and make kids jump out of their seats as the Super Heroes in Marvel’s Captain America: Civil War drive Audi cars that seem to be the per...

Just days after the official sales launch of the new BMW M2 Coupe, BMW is presenting a tribute to the BMW M family’s compact high-performance sports car: the BMW Cruise M Bike Limited Edition. A core stylistic eleme...

Yes, welcome to the world of toy cars and bikes. Toy cars and bikes come in different shapes and sizes, from ones so tiny that you can clasp them in your palm and some so big that a child can actually drive or ride ...

"This material feels smoother to me. The feeling is much more pleasant than the first one" states Sara, who is participating in a blind test conducted by Raul Funes, an engineer in the SEAT Haptics department (inter...

The new Jaguar F-Type SVR, the fastest series production Jaguar vehicle ever, has been put through its first high speed test drive with Hollywood actress Michelle Rodriguez at the wheel. On a closed highway in the N...

Vintage beauties included the likes of Maybach SW 38 1937, Horch 780 Cabriolet, 1959, Lister Costin Jaguar, 1933 Jaguar SS1 Coupe, Jaguar XK 120, Mercedes 630 Murphy, Rolls Royce – Silver Ghost and many more saloons...

Starkenn Sports Pvt Ltd, a premium bicycling company headquartered in Pune, having launched the most expensive bike for Rs 11 lakh at Auto Expo 2014, has announced the launch of the much talked about Propel Advanced...

When Italy’s manufacturer of super sports cars of the finest kind, invited us for a drive at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Nodia, we almost had a revolt in our office. Everybody wanted to drive the car ...

Ducati Scrambler and Italia Independent have presented their new creations in Miami, USA during the week of the prestigious contemporary art exhibition “Art Basel”. The two brands launched a new limited edition Duca...

Motown India experimented with two fully grown male dogs. One was a Golden Retriever who loves car rides and one a Labrador, who simply hates a car ride. This is the story of Hugo, the Golden Retriever and Maximus, ...

When I heard that a new JW Marriott was scheduled to open right next to the international airport in Mumbai, it was exciting news for a lot of people including me who instantly want to check in to a hotel without th...

There are several ways to pamper one self. From slipping into a bath tub full of warm fragrant water to having cold towel rubs, there are also things one can do like eating a hearty meal and opening the bubbly… Ther...

When it comes to the Tata family, there is a lot they contribute to the automobile industry. Apart from all kinds of automobiles they make, they also make something as exquisite as the leather that goes into the sea...

Dog lovers love their dogs like nobody’s business. Taking them on a holiday in their car means they have to really be careful when it comes to their pet's safety. Besides, you have to also ensure that the car is kep...

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has another reason to impress his lady love Anushka Sharma, Bollywood star and a constant companion to Kohli. Kohli has taken delivery of a limited edition Audi R8 LMX. The keys to the h...

It was fun time in Hyderabad on April 5, 2015 as Infiniti Red Bull Racing gave Hyderabad a taste of Formula One for the first time ever. Legendary 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard was at the wheel of an F1 ...

For those covering the automotive beat, the tradition of meeting stills continues, albeit in the cozy confines of the Volvo Lounge at theT3 airport in New Delhi. Volvo Auto India has been generous to several journal...

More than 43 million Americans travelled for Thanksgiving last year and 90 pc of them did so by car. Now with the travel season in the offing, Toyota has come out with a lot of tips to keep your children safe in the...

In a matter of few days the three-door as well the five-door MINI car from BMW will be unveiled in Mumbai, India. But MINI is also in the news as it has along with Danish furniture maker Republic of Fritz Hansen pre...

I woke up to a dreamy Wednesday morning. Grabbing my bags, I rushed to the airport to catch my flight. We were heading to Punjab, the land of five rivers, known for its food, culture and the bravado of its people. P...

From the Continental family of Grand Tourers the Continental GT3-R will now be completing the most powerful Bentley line up yet, making its debut on the frozen lakes icy north of Finland for Power on Ice 2015. It wi...

For this year’s anniversary issue we thought of doing something a bit more adventurous than just a road trip to Jaipur. We wanted to experience Jaipur from a completely different angle. So we decided to take PCP Mot...

Porsche Driver’s Selection has expanded its Masterpiece Collection of highly expensive goodies to decorate your home. Now you can have an exclusive rim wall clock which is made from genuine car part of a 20 inch Por...

There is comfort in the new MINI. It’s not about seats and engine performance, it’s about the MINI Connected XL Journey Mate. According to a company statement, this clever new app not only helps the driver with navi...