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Understanding Your Car: Paddle Shifters
29-10-2020
3 mins
So here we are in a time when slowly manual transmission cars are dying out and
customers and manufacturers are both shifting to automatic gearboxes. Is this a
world we want our children to grow up in? As a true car enthusiast will say,
manual cars are more engaging and who even drives an automatic car? And why the
torture? But traffic is increasing. Cars are being reprimanded of free spaces to
stretch their legs, every country doesn’t have an Autobahn and hence automatics
have started to make s
Transfagarasan Highway: One Of The Best Driving Roads In The World!
24-10-2020
3 mins
In the search for the greatest driving road in the world, we have landed our
sights on the breathtaking Transfagarasan Highway in Romania. "We were wrong,
this is better than the Stelvio, this is the best road in the world!" Jeremy
Clarkson - Top Gear. Anyone in the world who has had the opportunity to visit
this highway has been awestruck by the sheer beauty of this place and the trio
at Top Gear was no exception. The road climbs, twists and descends right through
Moldoveanu and Negoiu - the hi
2021 Rolls Royce Ghost: Same Formula, Amplified Luxury
23-10-2020
3 mins
BOO!!! Rolls Royce has just recently come up with the second iteration of the
Ghost after a staggering 11 years and we all have been thunderstruck. It is no
coincidence that the company took 11 years to create something similar to the
original version, but the company spiced up the timeless look of the Ghost and
gave it a much more sublime character. Why create a new recipe from scratch when
you can amplify the intensity of flavors for a divine experience? The Ghost has
been the most successful
Rimac - The High-Performance Electric Car
19-10-2020
4 mins
When we talk about electric cars, the first name that pops right up in our minds
is a Tesla. But when we talk about electric supercars, there aren’t many names
that pop right up in our minds. Rimac Automobili has changed this for us in
recent years. The first electric supercar accolade was well deserved by the
company when they launched the exclusive Concept One. The company was founded in
2009 by Mate Rimac who rented suitable facilities just outside of Zagreb in
Croatia. Mate decided to build
Sin R1 550: The Bulgarian Supercar
12-10-2020
2 mins
Today we are going to talk about Sin. Not the sin that you’ve committed, but
something more enticing and with four wheels, the Sin R1 550. All the Asphalt 9
fans, looks like you’re on the edge of your seats as the car can only be
obtained through the Legend Store. But coming back to reality, not many people
know about the brand Sin Cars as it does not have a legendary Le Mans-winning
car as Ford has. The brand is not even Italian to fixate everyone’s attention
towards them. However, the brand ha
Understand Your Car
Understanding Your Car: Paddle Shifters
29-10-2020
3 mins
So here we are in a time when slowly manual transmission cars are dying out and
customers and manufacturers are both shifting to automatic gearboxes. Is this a
world we want our children to grow up in? As a true car enthusiast will say,
manual cars are more engaging and who even drives an automatic car? And why the
torture? But traffic is increasing. Cars are being reprimanded of free spaces to
stretch their legs, every country doesn’t have an Autobahn and hence automatics
have started to make s
Mercedes-Benz MBUX: Bringing The Driver and Car Infotainment Closer Than Ever
11-10-2020
3 mins
MBUX (short for Mercedes Benz User Experience) has been hailed as a sort of
revolution in the cockpit ever since it was introduced back in 2018. It is an
artificial intelligence system that equips the majority of recent Mercedes
models. It was first introduced in the fourth generation Mercedes A-Class.
Mercedes has pushed the boat out with the MBUX processing capacity in the luxury
cars segment.
MBUX is a system that offers you the ability to control the interface your way.
It comprises voice c
Understanding Your Car - Disc Brakes
29-09-2020
3 mins
Driving is a very complex process. It requires a lot of concentration,
coordination, situational awareness, swift decision making. Braking is one of
the most crucial elements of driving. The brakes help control the speed of the
car by slowing the car down, either to the desired speed or to a complete stop.
The brakes are present on both the front and rear brakes of the car. There are
two types of brakes which are generally used in cars – drum brakes and disc
brakes. We will be telling you more a
How Do Electric Cars Perform Better Than Combustion Cars?
29-09-2020
2 mins
Electric cars are more popular than ever. Recently electric cars have seen very
high demand in markets the world over. Conventional cars i.e. those running on
fossil fuels are still quite popular and vastly outnumber their electric
counterparts. With an overdependence on fossil fuels, their ill effects on
global warming, climate change, and a need for alternative fuel transportation;
electric vehicles have become increasingly popular. Electric cars are more
efficient, environmentally friendly, a
Understanding Your Car: 4X4 V/S AWD
27-09-2020
3 mins
SUVs have become a mainstay for numerous car owners who swear by them for the
utility, capability and reliability they offer. SUVs have been around for a long
time, with origins which can be traced back to the 1930s when militaries across
the globe were developing vehicles which had the capability of tackling or being
deployed in any terrain. One of the most crucial elements in an SUV or any
utility vehicle is the drivetrain system. SUVs use 2 types of powertrain systems
– 4X4 & AWD. This time o
Car Reviews
2021 Rolls Royce Ghost: Same Formula, Amplified Luxury
23-10-2020
3 mins
BOO!!! Rolls Royce has just recently come up with the second iteration of the
Ghost after a staggering 11 years and we all have been thunderstruck. It is no
coincidence that the company took 11 years to create something similar to the
original version, but the company spiced up the timeless look of the Ghost and
gave it a much more sublime character. Why create a new recipe from scratch when
you can amplify the intensity of flavors for a divine experience? The Ghost has
been the most successful
Rimac - The High-Performance Electric Car
19-10-2020
4 mins
When we talk about electric cars, the first name that pops right up in our minds
is a Tesla. But when we talk about electric supercars, there aren’t many names
that pop right up in our minds. Rimac Automobili has changed this for us in
recent years. The first electric supercar accolade was well deserved by the
company when they launched the exclusive Concept One. The company was founded in
2009 by Mate Rimac who rented suitable facilities just outside of Zagreb in
Croatia. Mate decided to build
Sin R1 550: The Bulgarian Supercar
12-10-2020
2 mins
Today we are going to talk about Sin. Not the sin that you’ve committed, but
something more enticing and with four wheels, the Sin R1 550. All the Asphalt 9
fans, looks like you’re on the edge of your seats as the car can only be
obtained through the Legend Store. But coming back to reality, not many people
know about the brand Sin Cars as it does not have a legendary Le Mans-winning
car as Ford has. The brand is not even Italian to fixate everyone’s attention
towards them. However, the brand ha
The Eastern European Legacy: Skoda
07-10-2020
3 mins
Insults, are sometimes blessing in disguise, as we Lamborghini, the fastest
Supercar manufacturer came into manufacturing Cars after Ferrari insulted its
CEO. Same is the reason for the origin of Skoda Auto company, which is nowdays
known as Skoda. Back in 1885, Vaclav Klement was insulted, by a Bicycle
manufacturer from Germany. This insult lead him to start manufacturing his own
bicycles, along with Vaclav Laurin in Czech. In 1899 the company started
manufacturing the Slavia Motorcycle with th
Kia Sonet : A new benchmark for urban cars in India
03-10-2020
4 mins
The Indian automobile market has seen car manufacturers flood the mid-size SUV
segment with numerous launches and now Kia has entered the race with the Sonet.
Kia has a good base of customers with the previous hot launch, the Seltos and
now is looking to expand it with the Sonet. The recently launched mid-size
offering from the Korean brand competes with the likes of Maruti Brezza, Hyundai
Venue, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV300 and Ford EcoSport. Since its launch on 18th
September 2020, the brand ha
Car Of The Week - Jaguar E-Type
01-10-2020
3 mins
When we talk about legendary cars many come to mind but amongst the top
contenders is the Jaguar E-Type. The Jaguar E-Type is the most beautiful car
ever made. We are going to tell you more about this truly iconic sports car.
The E-Type is a sports car that was manufactured by UK car giant Jaguar. British
car manufacturer Jaguar has a rich heritage for producing sports cars which are
beautifully designed and great performance as well. The Jaguar E-Type is based
on the Jaguar D-Type sports car.
Motorsports News
Team Kshatriya Explores Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
06-10-2020
3 mins
College racing competitions are a very important aspect of learning for the
undergraduate engineering students as it provides a platform to put theoretical
knowledge to a test in the real world. Mahindra BAJA SAE is one of the few
platforms where students come around with their builds and test in the
competition. The event is organized globally by the Society of Automotive
Engineers, USA. The event originated in the name of Mini - BAJA, in the year
1976 at the University of Carolina. Since then,
IIT Bombay Racing Gears Up For Online Events
05-10-2020
3 mins
IIT Bombay has been the pinnacle of technical education in India for ages now.
But, the students at IIT Bombay have the passion to go further and have also
made their mark in the Indian Motorsport scenario as the best electric Formula
Student team. The team was founded in 2007 and took part in its first race in
2008 at Formula Student Michigan. The crew raced with IC engines for a short
while and shifted to electric motors in 2012 and also were the first college
racing team in India to do so. II
An Insight Into How Pravega Racing Has Been Shaped By Formula Student
01-10-2020
4 mins
Exams, tests are a part and parcel of every student’s journey. The world we live
in today is a highly competitive one with a huge number of students vying to
outscore each other and give their best performance. For a student learning a
subject in theory and applying it into practice is always a different
experience. It is every aspiring engineer’s dream to one day be a part of a race
team and work on building a race car. Now imagine working as part of a race team
designing, developing and buildi
The Sochi Autodrom
27-09-2020
3 mins
Sochi Autodrom, previously known as the Sochi International Street Circuit
delivered Russia’s first-ever F1 race on the 12th of October 2014. The Russian
circuit has been designed by Tilke Gmbh & Co., the head of which, Hermann Tilke,
is the creator of most of the modern Formula 1 tracks. The circuit is the 4th
longest in the F1 calendar, coming behind Belgium’s Spa, Britain’s Silverstone
and Azerbaijan’s Baku City Circuit. Integrated into the Olympic Park that was
built for the 2014 Winter Olym
The X1 Racing League Is Here To Revive Indian Motorsport
25-09-2020
3 mins
Motorsport has historically been a very exciting, fascinating experience for
fans and spectators across the world. Just like any other sport, motorsport too
has an emotional connect with its fans. A strong grassroots foundation is the
stepping stone for sporting success in any country. Competitions such as F1,
WRC, NASCAR etc. are the pinnacle of global motorsport and have played a very
important role in making the foundation of motorsport strong, while also setting
young aspiring drivers a b