Author: Amit Prakash

Kimi Antonelli made history by securing pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix on Saturday, becoming the youngest driver to achieve this feat in Formula One. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver delivered a stunning lap during qualifying in Shanghai, setting a time of 1 minute 32.064 seconds. With this result, Antonelli broke the long-standing record of Sebastian Vettel, who was 21 when he took pole position for the 2008 Italian Grand Prix. Antonelli’s performance also helped the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team secure a front-row lockout, as championship leader George Russell finished second, just 0.222 seconds behind his teammate. Russell’s result…

Kia India has expanded the automatic gearbox options on the Kia Sonet by introducing more affordable variants in its lineup. With the update, buyers can now opt for an automatic transmission from the lower trims, making the Sonet one of the most accessible automatic SUVs in its segment.On the diesel front, the Sonet now gets a new HTE(O) variant with a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox, priced at Rs 9.77 lakh, ex-showroom. The diesel engine is the familiar 1.5-litre unit that produces 116 hp of power and 250 Nm of torque. The diesel automatic version offers ARAI-rated fuel efficiency of…

Over the past few years, car buyers in India have started hearing a new term when checking out higher variants: ADAS. What was once limited to luxury cars is now appearing in more mainstream models. Vehicles like Mahindra XUV700, Hyundai Creta, Kia Ciros and Maruti Suzuki Victoris now offer these technologies in some variants. Naturally, manufacturers highlight ADAS as a big safety upgrade. But if you talk to many buyers, a common question still comes up: what does it actually do, and will it really help on Indian roads? In simple words, ADAS stands for Advanced Driver Assistance System. These…

In many parts of India, temperatures regularly exceed 40°C in summer. In such situations, a car air conditioner is not just a convenience feature but almost a necessity. Yet many times we see that the car AC does not cool effectively after a few years of use. The air from the vents may seem weak, the cabin may take too long to cool, or in some cases the system may blow hot air.There could be many reasons behind this and many of them are quite common in Indian driving conditions. Dusty roads, extreme heat and irregular servicing can all affect…

Ola Electric has launched a limited-run Champions Edition of its flagship electric scooter and motorcycle to celebrate India’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The special edition versions of the Ola S1 Pro+ and Ola Roadster X+ will be available for a limited period and will come with cosmetic changes inspired by the country’s third T20 World Cup win.Ola S1 Pro+ and Ola Roadster X+ Champions Edition: What’s newThe Champions Edition model features a blue-themed livery, designed as a tribute to the national team’s achievement. The company has confirmed that this variant will be offered at no extra…

Image Credit: X/KrishnaTOI A dramatic accident involving motovlogger Anurag Doval has raised fresh concerns over reckless driving after it was broadcast live on Instagram, with the video quickly going viral on the social media platform. Doval, widely known online as UK07 Rider, was reportedly driving a Toyota Fortuner on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway at the time of the accident.As can be seen in the video, Doval was traveling at a speed of more than 150 kmph during the livestreaming. The broadcast reportedly attracted over 80,000 viewers, with the rider showing off the vehicle’s speedometer and making emotional comments during the live…

Who has written this article? Prateek Kamdar, Co-Founder and CEO, Neuron Energy.India’s electric vehicle revolution is often framed as a metro-led transition, with cities like Delhi, Bengaluru and Mumbai dominating. Yet the real boom is unfolding beyond these urban centres. Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are emerging as decisive growth engines of EV adoption due to practical mobility requirements, favorable ownership economics and expanding local ecosystem. What started as initial experimentation in metros is now translating into scalable demand in smaller cities, where electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers are becoming an integral part of daily transportation and local commerce.A growing base beyond…

Formula 1 is back with a new season. Well and truly. There was plenty of drama in Australian Grand Prix qualifying today as Mercedes’ George Russell took pole position for the season opener at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit. The Briton topped the timesheets with a lap of 1 minute 18.518 seconds, 0.293 seconds ahead of teammate Kimi Antonelli in an impressive front-row lockout for the team.The season proved chaotic as teams adopted Formula 1’s biggest regulation change in years. Isak Hadjar placed his Red Bull Racing car third fastest, 0.785 seconds behind. He will start alongside Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc,…

Aston Martin F1 Team team principal Adrian Newey has revealed that the team was surprised by changes within its engine partner Honda as preparations continue for the new Formula 1 regulations in 2026, the AP reports.Speaking on Friday, Newey said Aston Martin only realized late last year that Honda had retained a small portion of the staff that had previously helped deliver championship-winning power units. According to him, only about 30 percent of the original workforce remained involved when the Japanese manufacturer returned to the project, making the process of getting up to speed more challenging.The comments come just a…

Domestic automobile retail sales witnessed a strong rebound in February, growing at a faster year-on-year pace as demand improved across most vehicle segments. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA), total retail sales reached 24,09,362 units in February 2026, compared to 19,17,934 units in the same month last year. PTI reported that this is an increase of 25.62 percent.The dealers’ organization said this expansion is visible in almost all segments of the market. Five of the six vehicle categories: two-wheelers, three-wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and tractors, recorded the highest ever retail sales in February,…