In 1912, Cadillac fitted 12,000 cars with Charles Kettering's electric self-starter; the hand-crank era ended, and ordinary drivers could finally start a car safelyIn the early days of the automobile, drivers faced a daunting ritual every time they wanted to hit the road. Cranking the engine by hand wa...
18 Jun, 2026, 08.21 PM IST
Psychology suggests the adult who always offers to drive isn’t being generous; the wheel is the one place they control the route, the pace, and the exit, and for someone who grew up powerless, that feels like reliefSome people always volunteer to drive. This habit stems from a childhood where they had little control. The driver's seat offers a sense of...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
BMW to launch 27 products in India this year, eyes No. 1 spotBMW Group India is launching 27 new models this year, aiming to solidify its position as the top luxury carmaker. The company is focusing o...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers target wealthy in right-hand-drive marketsChinese car companies are targeting wealthy buyers in right-hand-drive nations. They are introducing premium electric vehicles to new marke...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
India key to Mercedes’ technology stack, autonomous-driving ambitions: CTO Jörg BurzerMercedes-Benz is significantly leveraging its Indian R&D center in Bengaluru for its biggest software transformation to date, MB.OS, which ...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
CarTrade Tech shares surge 12% in two days after launching new used-car platformCarTrade Tech shares rallied after the company launched CarTrade Used Auto, a new platform targeting India’s fragmented used-car market. In...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Mercedes beats Maruti in mileage: Luxury car maker launches new S-Class that delivers 32.2 kmpl averageThe 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has arrived in India, boasting an impressive claimed fuel efficiency of 32.2 kmpl with its new plug-in hybri...
17 Jun, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
MG Motor ordered to refund Rs 18,23,228 SUV cost plus Rs 4 lakh compensation after Delhi man alleged steering & tyre faults during Uttarakhand tripMG Motor ordered to refund: A Delhi consumer court ordered MG Motor India to refund over Rs 18 lakh for an MG ZS Astor, citing failure to a...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
The good soldier ŠvejkTragedy has struck as Archduke Ferdinand has been assassinated in Sarajevo while on a drive with his beloved Archduchess. This startling ne...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Tesla presented misleading 'Full Self-Driving' safety data to European regulatorsIn a bold move to secure European approval for its Full Self-Driving technology, Tesla has shared crucial safety data with Swedish and Dutc...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.40 PM IST
In 1930, two brothers bolted a radio into a car dashboard, and the American road got its own soundtrackIn the revolutionary year of 1930, the Galvin brothers unveiled a groundbreaking invention: the car radio. This pivotal development infused...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.23 PM IST
Crashes with kangaroos and other wildlife are rising across Australia, and a 21% spike in claims reveals exactly when and where you're most at riskAnimal collisions on Australian regional roads are a growing crisis, with claims rising 21% in 2025. Kangaroos and wallabies are the primar...
13 Jun, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
Government scraps licensing rule for vehicle safety technologyIndia has taken a bold step by deregulating key radio frequencies, paving the way for innovative advancements in self-driving and collision...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
India clears way for self-driving, safety car tech to reduce road deathsIndia has removed the licence requirement for automotive radar sensors operating in the 77-81 GHz frequency band, paving the way for wider ...
12 Jun, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
BYD to launch its hybrid SUV based on DM-i Hybrid tech with driving range of more than 1,200km in India: Check detailsBYD India is set to launch its first plug-in hybrid SUV, the Seal U, later this year, featuring the company's electric-first DM-i technolog...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.42 PM IST
Driving licence may remain valid till 50 years of age: Govt plans big change to DL validity, online vehicle transfer processThe Centre is considering a major overhaul of driving licence and vehicle services, potentially extending licence validity until age 50 and...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
Uber opens sign-ups for London 'robotaxis' ahead of launch 'in months'Londoners can now sign up for a chance to experience the city's first robotaxis. Uber is partnering with British start-up Wayve to offer ri...
08 Jun, 2026, 04.32 PM IST