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India's passenger vehicle market witnessed an extraordinary October 2025, marking one of the best months in the industry's history. Driven by festive season demand and the GST 2.0 reforms that reduced tax rates on entry-level cars from 28% to 18%, the domestic passenger vehicle market reported phenomenal year-on-year growth across most manufacturers. The combination of GST 2.0 implementation (from September 22, 2025) and festive buying during Navratri, Dussehra, Dhanteras, and Diwali created the perfect storm for record-breaking sales. Rural demand surged, and first-time buyers upgrading from two-wheelers contributed significantly to the growth momentum. October 2025 Sales Performance - Brand-wise Comparison Manufacturer: Maruti Suzuki India October 2025: 1,76,318 units | October 2024: 1,59,591 units | YoY Growth: +10.5% Manufacturer: Mahindra & Mahindra October 2025: 1,20,142 units | October 2024: 96,648 units | YoY Growth: +24.3% Manufacturer: Tata Motors October 2025: 61...

The automotive world has evolved significantly, and automatic transmissions have become the preferred choice for most drivers. However, not all automatic transmissions are created equal. In this guide, we'll compare different types of automatic transmissions and rate them across various performance parameters. Automatic Transmission Types Compared The modern automatic transmission landscape includes several distinct categories, each with unique characteristics and applications. Understanding these differences can help you make an informed decision when purchasing your next vehicle. Torque Converter Automatic (TCa) 4.5/5 Fuel Efficiency | 4.8/5 Comfort | 4.2/5 Performance | 4.6/5 Overall Reliability The traditional torque converter automatic remains one of the most popular choices worldwide. It uses a fluid coupling system that provides exceptional smoothness and durability. These transmissions excel in comfort and reliability, making them ideal for highway driving and long...

When it comes to choosing a subcompact SUV, the transmission type can make or break your driving experience. Today, I want to share my thoughts on what I believe is the winning combination for ultimate drivability. The Winning Formula The Sonet and Venue's Torque Converter with diesel engine stands out as the best combination for drivability in the subcompact SUV segment. This pairing literally scores in all departments, making it a complete package for urban and highway driving alike. Why This Combination Excels 1. Punchy Performance The diesel engine paired with a torque converter automatic delivers impressive performance that makes overtaking and city driving effortless. The power delivery is smooth and responsive, giving you confidence behind the wheel. 2. Smooth Gearshift (Better than DCT) Unlike DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) which can be jerky in stop-and-go traffic, the torque converter offers buttery-smooth gear changes. This mak...

The Nightmare of a Broken Dream Car Imagine this scenario: You finally visit the showroom, eyes locked on your  dream car . You stretch your budget for the top-end model, book it, wait for months, and then, the day finally arrives. You and your family are ecstatic as you take delivery. But just  five days  after your purchase, as you head to work, your car starts... but the gear won't shift into Drive. How would you feel? You call a tow truck and skip half a day of work. The service center is supportive, but they tell you it will take time. They fix the vehicle, and you assume it was a minor glitch. Then, a month later, it happens again. And then again after six months. Each incident, though resolved by a supportive company, comes at a cost to you:  a canceled weekend trip, a frantic search for an alternative vehicle for a family wedding, and the slow erosion of your peace of mind.  You start questioning your expensive decision. This experience highlights a cruc...

Apple CarPlay or Android auto is one of the must have in a car just like you carry a smartphone in your hand. We shall get into details review of Latest Apple CarPlay update came along with iOS 26 Design - What’s changed The Liquid Glass display that you see here is similar to iPhone that you will notice once it loads. The new addition includes widgets. Usually on the old display you will have two icon screen and one Home Screen in this you have another extra screen for widget that you can scroll to change. New Range of Wallpapers the old ones are missing. Someone them might not like the new ones. You have introduction of Colour filters as part of accessibility. Siri if you are Siri can’t answer it will come to ChatGPT and Answer. What we like 👍 Improved Design layout, Widgets, Call view What could have been improved. More app support could have been given. In Summary it’s a step up from previous one. You have compact call view unlike the old one which take the entire screen. You have...

Q: Hi, I'm Rajesh from Mumbai, Maharashtra, and I work as a software engineer. I'm planning to buy a new car, but I'm confused about whether to go for a petrol or diesel variant my friends are not recommending diesel car as they are telling it will go out of market. Which one would you recommend? a budget of 10-12 lakhs. A: Hello Rajesh! Both petrol and diesel cars have their pros and cons. Petrol cars are usually cheaper to buy and maintain, have smoother engines, and are suitable for shorter commutes. On the other hand, diesel cars are more fuel-efficient, have higher torque for better performance, and are ideal for longer drives. Currently Turbo Petrol are great you can consider Hyundai i20, Venue, Sonet all these offer great engines. Q: Hi, I'm Shreya from Bangalore, and I work as a doctor. I'm interested in buying an electric car to reduce my carbon footprint. does EV actually reduce carbon footprint. Can you suggest a reliable and affordable electric car avai...

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