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New Hyundai Creta Crosses 1 Lakh Unit Sales Milestone Within 6 Months of Launch

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The Hyundai Creta SUV is priced between Rs 11 lakh and Rs 20 lakh in India (both, ex-showroom). It competes with the Kia Seltos, the Mahindra Scorpio, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, and the Tata Harrier.

Why I'm Giving up on Telling People That Wrong Side Driving is Wrong and Dangerous!

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Srini plays the role of lone ranger against the peril of wrong side riding. But his will to fight the good fight is waning…

2025 Ducati Panigale V4 Unveiled with Euro5+ Compliant 214 bhp Engine, Double-sided Swingarm and More

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Now complying with Euro5+ regulations, the 1,103cc V4 engine of the 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 produces 120.9Nm of peak torque at 11,250rpm and 214bhp of maximum power at 13,500rpm. It comes mated to a six-speed gearbox.

Bentley's Iconic W12 Engine Is Now Dead After Two Decades of Service

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With the Bentley Continental GT, the renowned W12 engine made its debut in 2003, producing 552bhp and 649.52Nm. It had a production run of 100,000 units over two decades.

Google Maps Gets Six New Features in India; Flyover Alert, Metro Ticket Booking and More Added

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The new updates for Google Maps in India are scheduled to be released this week and are intended to tackle some of the most common issues encountered by commuters in the country.

Toyota Taisor Launched in South Africa With A New Name and Bigger 1.5-litre NA Petrol Engine

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In India, the Taisor is priced between Rs Rs 7.74 lakh and Rs 13.04 lakh (both, ex-showroom). It competes with the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, the Kia Sonet, and the Mahindra XUV 3XO.

F1: Alpine Likely to Source Mercedes Parts as Early as 2025

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Renault will likely abandon its works Formula 1 engine as Alpine pursues a Mercedes customer deal. A formal study is underway to transform the Viry facility, redirecting personnel and resources to enhance the Alpine brand.

New BMW R 1300 RT Spotted Testing Overseas with Design Upgrades

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The new BMW R 1300 RT has been spotted testing overseas with a host of cosmetic updates. It will have a 1300cc boxer twin-engine that could produce 145bhp and 140Nm of performance numbers. 

Skoda Slavia Facelift India Launch by September 2025

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A brand-new small SUV from Skoda will make its world premiere at the beginning of 2025, followed by the Kushaq and Slavia facelifts.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Surpasses 2 Lakh Unit Sales Milestone in India in Less Than 2 Years

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Achieving the feat in just 22 months, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara broke the Hyundai Creta's (25 months) record to become the fastest midsize SUV to reach this milestone.