Here is a step by step guide on how to renew car’s Registration Certificate (RC) and re-registration process for inter-state vehicle transfer Under the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988, any motor vehicle that is meant to be used on public roads should have a valid registration, which is received through the payment of road tax. However, the registration certificate or the RC needs to be renewed after 15 years from the date of…
It is mandatory for used car sellers to have a valid insurance cover on their vehicle. Using a motor vehicle without a valid insurance policy is against the law. However, it has often been seen that some car owners try to avoid renewing their vehicle’s insurance policy before selling it off. Here, we explain why it’s important to have a valid car insurance policy, regardless of whether or not you…
BSI, BSII, BSIII, BSIV and BSVI are Bharat Stage Emission Standards (BSES) that have been instituted by the Government of India The first emission norms for Indian motor vehicles were the idle emission limits that came into effect in 1989. These regulations were replaced by mass emission limits for petrol engines in 1991 and diesel engines in 1992. By 1995, the use of catalytic converters was made compulsory for all…
Car tires are among the most important components of a car. Unfortunately, they’re often the most neglected ones, too Every car owner should make it a point to ensure the optimum condition of his or her car’s footwear as it has a direct effect on the vehicle’s performance, braking capabilities, and even fuel efficiency. Do you ever wonder if it’s time to change the tires of your car? There’s no…
Volkswagen India Pvt.Ltd. was established in 2007 as the distinguished auto manufacturer, Volkswagen’s Indian subsidiary. With an initial run of imported premium cars, they launched their first domestically manufactured car in 2009, the Polo. The Polo was a successful car in the market and gave Volkswagen a strong momentum charge for India. German engineering and quality at a sub-10 lakh price point was something that attracted several buyers across the…
Winter is here! Like every other season, we witness across the Earth’s yearly revolution, the coldest cycle of the same has just commenced. Along with the winters come a brand new set of factors and problems that will affect your car. Today we will address these issues and take a look as to how you can make your car ready to tackle the temperature drop in the most effective manner….
Car companies nowadays put in a lot of thought and R&D resources into the interior design of their products. It is safe to say that they have certainly come a long way from their earlier rudimentary designs. Now, they are loaded with a lot of equipment and comfort elements that definitively amplify your driving experience. However, the scope of putting in additional aftermarket items is still almost infinite. So, in…
A car’s tyres are the only parts that remain in touch with the tarmac all the time. On rough surfaces, it is your car tyres that play an important role in cushioning the ride. On a curvy road, it is again the tyres that are responsible for the grip. Indeed, the tyres are easily among the most vital parts of your car. Even a Ferrari loses its edge with a…
Save for an exception or two, all Maruti Suzuki hatchbacks have sold in humongous volumes. But three of their cars have been extra special as they have managed to cross the 2 million unit sales mark! After the legendary 800 and the humble Alto, the newest entrant to the club was the Wagon R. Despite being criticised by many for having an excessively boxy appearance, it made no difference to…
Cars are one of the greatest inventions humanity has ever witnessed. The possibility of travelling to far off distances in the comfort of a car is the reality everyone cherishes today. Since the inception of the first 4-wheel car with a motor was invented, cars have become better by every passing day. Better in terms of safety features, in terms of mechanical abilities and driving comfort. When talking about the…
