It was time for some city circuit action on the Formula One calendar already as the teams headed to Baku for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with Sebastian Vettel still leading the driver's standings despite the disastrous Chinese GP result. This challenging circuit with its unforgiving sharp turns with solid walls either side is known to … Continue reading Hamilton comes out on top after a dramatic weekend in Baku: F1 2018
Formula-E S4 R8: Vergne finally wins at home and stays atop the leaderboard
From one iconic European city to another, the Formula E troupe arrived in Paris, France for the third time since the inception of the sport. Another tight city circuit, the Paris ePrix track is just short of 2kms in length and features 14 turns with an interesting twist - the finish line is around a … Continue reading Formula-E S4 R8: Vergne finally wins at home and stays atop the leaderboard
7 Things to know about the new Ford Focus ST
1) It's all new and probably won't come to India Based on a new platform called the C2 to build a recognizable yet completely new car to be badged as the next Ford Focus. It's roomier, stronger and in most avatars, it is lighter than the older generation. 2) Familiar but fresh The new Focus … Continue reading 7 Things to know about the new Ford Focus ST
Aston Martin’s DB Bloodline turns 70
Heritage is a big element of being a renowned carmaker whose audience seeks performance that thrills our deepest instincts without necessarily compromising on flair or comfort or luxury. Fair to say that Aston Martin fit that box quite well without being limited to it. Yesterday, on April 25th, the British manufacturer celebrated the 70th anniversary … Continue reading Aston Martin’s DB Bloodline turns 70
Compact is Big in Asia: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan unveiled in China
China is definitely a superpower in the modern world in many measures, chief among which is the growth and potential of the automotive sector. The Chinese currently have two main focuses in cars: electric powertrain or a longer wheelbase with a boot if possible. Mercedes-Benz already stole the show at Auto China in Beijing with … Continue reading Compact is Big in Asia: Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan unveiled in China
Oh F.F.S! It’s a Mercedes-Maybach SUV Concept
Another day, another SUV. That's what it feels like these days as a car guy. On one hand, these bulky creatures are getting quicker and prettier and are pushing the boundaries of what a large, elevated, family car can be capable of. But this one is pure business. More specifically, business in the world's biggest … Continue reading Oh F.F.S! It’s a Mercedes-Maybach SUV Concept
Aiming for the top with e-power: Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak
Most innovations and revolutions in the automotive industry are accepted on the back of motorsport achievements and the era of all-electric cars is being ushered in a similar fashion. We have Formula-E, the Tesla Model S that can do 0-100kph in just 2.5 seconds, Nio EP9, Rimac and now this - VW's all-electric prototype racecar … Continue reading Aiming for the top with e-power: Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak
Pininfarina’s new brand has a 400kph electric hypercar in the works
Pininfarina is possibly one of the most iconic names in the world of automotive design and has been part of building some of the most iconic cars of the automotive world. Founded in 1930 as a car design house by Battista Pininfarina and was partnered with many Italian manufacturers, particularly Ferrari, for a long time. … Continue reading Pininfarina’s new brand has a 400kph electric hypercar in the works
5 Things I Hate About the Honda City
Now before the fans of the original City decide to come at me in the comments, let me be clear that I'm talking about the current generation of Honda's best selling sedan in India. The City has been the gem in Honda Cars India Ltd's lineup for two decades now and has been one of … Continue reading 5 Things I Hate About the Honda City
Formula-E S4 R7: Bird soars to victory in historic Rome E-Prix
As the electric motorsport continues to gain popularity, more and more cities are open to being hosts for these races and this year Rome joins the Formula E calendar for the first time ever. The street circuit goes past many iconic monuments while the course includes a terrain that rises and falls which made for … Continue reading Formula-E S4 R7: Bird soars to victory in historic Rome E-Prix
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