In a price-conscious Indian market, manual transmissions have been ruling the roost. Yes, in comparison to the previous decade, the market share of automatic transmissions have increased. Things though are still in a very nascent stage. However, folks at ICRA approximately 15 percent of new car sales will have automatic gearbox by 2020. While 90 … Read more
Indians love their SUVs. The bigger the better! The brawny, macho look along with a sense of power and high, commanding driving position is something which many love to flaunt. The Fortuner by Toyota has been traditionally the largest selling product in the premium D-segment SUV territory. The Fortuner though has been going through hard times … Read more
The Supreme Court today has finally revoked the ban it had placed on registration of diesel vehicles with an engine displacement greater than 2,000 cc in NCR. Ever since the ban was placed in December 2015, manufacturers like Tata and Mercedes have been facing a tough time because of lack of slightly smaller engines. Mahindra, … Read more
The tale for Ford India has never been a cakewalk. However, the EcoSport and before that the previous generation Figo hatchback have been a saving grace for them. Both the new Figo hatch and the notchback Figo Aspire look great and are wonderful offerings to drive but customers for some reason have failed to shower … Read more
2015, the year when India took a giant leap with its space programme, showing to the West that even we are a force to keep in mind. But for me 2015 was the year when the Honourable Supreme Court taught me a lesson. A lesson which revolves around the theme of following laws and regulations. … Read more