We had travelled barely 200 yards, the Ford Capri and I, and just begun a gentle right-hand turn into a roundabout when a rattling sound, familiar but unexpected, transported me back four decades at the speed of light. Or more accurately, at the speed of thought, which is somewhat slower. The noise was easy to… Continue reading Beating ULEZ with a 46-year-old Ford Capri
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Our favourite cars of 2023: Peugeot 205 GTi Tolman Edition
Is ‘restomod fatigue’ a thing? I’m not sure, but if it is, then I’ve certainly been suffering from something like it over the past year or so. The early exponents of this updating art were fairly simple in their approach, serving up a sharper driving experience while retaining the donor car’s retro looks and character.… Continue reading Our favourite cars of 2023: Peugeot 205 GTi Tolman Edition
New Direction: Women truck drivers show the way
Women are driving change in the primarily male industry of trucking by establishing the standard for sustainability on the open road. Trucking has historically been linked with environmental challenges, such as high fuel use and pollutants. The current status quo is being challenged by a growing percentage of women truck drivers, who are taking the… Continue reading New Direction: Women truck drivers show the way
Dennis, Horner and Duke of Richmond named in honours list
Former McLaren Formula 1 boss Ron Dennis has been knighted in King Charles III’s latest New Years Honours list. The mastermind behind multiple titles has been given the honour for his services to industry and charity. Current Red Bull Boss Christian Horner, who had previously been made an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of… Continue reading Dennis, Horner and Duke of Richmond named in honours list
A case for last mile electrification
A recent visit to Delhi to attend an electric vehicle (EV) forum, confirmed the need to move away from conventional IC engine vehicles. An AQI above 380 is a clarion call towards electrification. Last mile delivery is one of the low hanging fruits that can be quickly electrified due to the favourable total cost of… Continue reading A case for last mile electrification
A case for last mile electrification
A recent visit to Delhi to attend an electric vehicle (EV) forum, confirmed the need to move away from conventional IC engine vehicles. An AQI above 380 is a clarion call towards electrification. Last mile delivery is one of the low hanging fruits that can be quickly electrified due to the favourable total cost of… Continue reading A case for last mile electrification
A case for last mile electrification
A recent visit to Delhi to attend an electric vehicle (EV) forum, confirmed the need to move away from conventional IC engine vehicles. An AQI above 380 is a clarion call towards electrification. Last mile delivery is one of the low hanging fruits that can be quickly electrified due to the favourable total cost of… Continue reading A case for last mile electrification
Check this before buying insurance for your EV…
India is riding the all new mobility wave on electric vehicles, or as they are popularly called – EVs. Depicting a remarkable transition from apprehension to approval, EVs are definitely here to stay with the numbers vouching for it. And rightly so; after all, they do offer the prospect of a greener future by being… Continue reading Check this before buying insurance for your EV…
Check this before buying insurance for your EV…
India is riding the all new mobility wave on electric vehicles, or as they are popularly called – EVs. Depicting a remarkable transition from apprehension to approval, EVs are definitely here to stay with the numbers vouching for it. And rightly so; after all, they do offer the prospect of a greener future by being… Continue reading Check this before buying insurance for your EV…
Rules of the Road: Regulatory changes we saw in 2023
The year 2023 has seen a tapestry of government-led regulatory updates on the road to make transport safer, cleaner, and more efficient. From the enforcement of stringent emission norms and launching indigenous safety ratings to the construction of more sumptuous roads, cautioning diesel vehicle manufacturers, and slashing subsidies for electric two-wheelers, there are many such… Continue reading Rules of the Road: Regulatory changes we saw in 2023