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Mumbai: After BMW catches fire, owner says automaker slow to respond and is treating matter lightly

Known for beings one of the more rider-safety oriented cars, the response from BMW customer service was nowhere close to its service motto.

Tata Motors to roll out electric Tigor from Sanand plant to meet demand from Energy Efficiency Services

These electric cars are meant for usage by ministries and government departments, either through direct purchase from EESL or lease.

Tata Motors to continue the production of Nano cars; says it has an 'emotional connect' with the Group

There have been discussions lately with regard to the future of Tata Nano, which was the brainchild of chairman emeritus Tata Sons, Ratan Tata.

Nissan Leaf production begins in Japan: This electric car is expected to ship in 2018

Japanese automobile manufacturer Nissan is reported to have started the production of electric car Nissan Leaf. which is expected to be shipped in 2018.

Japan's low cost 'kei cars', Daihatsu Tanto, sees a dip in the vehicle market

There's no doubt that kei cars, or light cars in Japanese, still have plenty of fans who love their great fuel economy and modest price tag.

Volkswagen and Fiat Chrysler hold discussion on collaborating to produce light-utility vehicles

Volkswagen and Fiat Chrysler could include future versions of VW's Caddy panel van and VW's Amarok midsize pickup truck.

A new Mitsubishi Outlander is coming to India, confirms company website; price unknown

Mitsubishi has listed a new Outlander on its website. Sadly, there’s no launch date or price yet and the vehicle is only marked as “coming soon.”

Ferrari GTC4Lusso and GTC4Lusso T launched in the Indian market; pricing starts from Rs 4.2 Crore

Ferrari has priced the V8 at Rs 4.2 crore while the V12 variant is priced at Rs 5.2 crore. All the prices mentioned in the report are ex-showroom prices.

German carmakers to overhaul engine software to reduce pollution from diesel vehicles

German politicians and car bosses agreed on Wednesday to overhaul engine software on 5.3 million diesel cars to cut pollution and try to repair the industry's battered reputation

Musk hands over the Model 3 to first 30 buyers as Tesla forays into the electric car mass market

Were Tesla to produce and sell 500,000 cars per year, the company would likely outsell the BMW, Mercedes, or Lexus brands in the United States.

Tesla Model 3 launched in the US at $35,000, full self-driving capabilities are an optional extra

At an event organised at Tesla’s factory in Fremont, California where 30 lucky Tesla employees got to collect the first Model 3 vehicles.

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2017 Hyundai Grand i10 (petrol) road test review: A nice combination of good looks, features and ride quality

The Grand i10 one of Hyundai India’s most successful products and has earned a good reputation for itself. It's European styling, decent cabin space and stuffed-to-the-gills feature list made it a great value buy too. The car has been refreshed for 2017 and also gets a revised 1. 2 litre petrol motor.

Mysterious Ferrari spotted at the Nurburgring suspected to be 488 GTO with KERS technology

A mysterious Ferrari in the body of the 488 GTB was spotted at the Nurburgring which could be a hybrid KERS variant which the company could be working on.

2017 Ducati Monster 797 first ride review: An accessible, fast, yet friendly motorcycle

The Ducati Monster 797 is an accessible, fast yet friendly motorcycle. It’s almost like an antithesis to its name, but that’s saying it in a good way, of course.

Auto manufacturers are finding solutions to ensure drivers keep their hands on the wheel

Automakers are using tiny cameras, sensors to track drooping heads, steering wheel monitors and audible alerts to ensure drivers stay attentive.

BMW to unveil next-gen X3 on 26 June at its headquarters in Spartanburg, South Carolina

The new BMW X3, whose first model was launched way back in 2010, promises to be lighter better equipped and even more appealing than the current model.

Ferrari bags top honours at 2017 Engine of the Year Awards; Tesla, Ford and Honda win awards

Ferrari's 670hp 3.9 litre twin-turbo V8 seen in the existing 488 GTB and Spider models, was awarded the coveted title of 2017 Engine of the year at an awards ceremony held in Germany yesterday.

Comparison: Jeep Compass vs Hyundai Tucson vs Tata Hexa

The Jeep Compass might just sell like hot cakes in developing markets like India even with a small factor. But is that really the case?

Updated Mercedes-Benz GLA to launch in on 5 July; to offer better ride height with cosmetic changes

Mercedes-Benz is set to launch the updated GLA, their entry-level SUV, on 5 July.

The 2017 Jeep Compass can now be pre-booked for Rs 50,000: Here's how to book one online

Those interested in booking a Jeep Compass can either head to a Jeep-exclusive showroom or head online to the Jeep website and e-book a vehicle at their nearest dealership.

Canadian auto supplier Magna to produce new BMW 5-series plug-in hybrid

Canadian auto supplier Magna International Inc will produce BMW's new 5-series plug-in hybrid at its Austrian factory.

Tesla Model 3: Here's all you need to know about the upcoming revolution in electric cars

Indeed as the Tesla Model 3 nears it launch, we should see more details about its performance and range should pop up as well.

As Brexit talks grow stronger, Jaguar Land Rover to hire 5,000 staff in Britain

JLR, which employs more than 40,000 people globally, said it would hire 1,000 electronic and software engineers as well as 4,000 additional personnel including in manufacturing, most of whom will be based in Britain. The recruitment process will take place over the next 12 months, just as Britain begins talks to leave the European Union, which carmakers have warned must result in a deal which retains free and unfettered trade to protect jobs. The carmaker, which is owned by Tata Motors, will build its first electric vehicle, the I-PACE, in Austria but has said it wants to build such models in Britain if conditions such as support from government and academia are met. Automakers are racing to produce greener cars and improve charge times in a bid to meet rising customer demand and fulfill air quality targets but Britain lacks sufficient manufacturing capacity, area ministers have said they want to build up. JLR, which builds just under a third of Britain's 1.7 million cars, has said half of all its new models will be available in an electric version by the end of the decade, requiring new skills among its staff. Sunday's announcement comes as May is still trying to seal a deal with Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party to support her government a week and a half after unexpectedly failing to win an outright majority in a national election.

Fiat Chrysler to recall 2,97,000 older minivans due to inadvertant airbag deployment

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