Five tips for great automotive photography

1. Remember, it doesn’t matter what camera you use - correct perspective, right lighting and a distraction free background are essential.

2. Use the panning technique to bring a sense of speed while shooting moving cars/bikes - a blurred background and sharp car bring dynamism to the picture. The shutter speed should be slow (1/125 seconds or below). Hence, a steady hand and smooth panning are necessary to get that perfect pan shot.

3. Your location is just as important as the car’s - shooting a car from within another can bring a sense of motion to the picture. This technique is called tracking. A smooth road and a steady hand are required here too. A wide angle lens is preferred.

4. It’s all about timing. Shooting in the twilight zone could get you fantastic results, …