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History has many important vehicles, but few with the credentials of the Volkswagen Microbus. It was born in 1950 as an even more practical derivation of the world's most prolific automobile, the VW Beetle. The Beetle sold 23,000,000 units between 1938 and 2008, and when the first split-screen transporters rolled off the line in 1950, they used the Beetle's anemic 69 cubic inch (1,131 cc) engine.The first splitties used a 24 hp (18 kW) version of the iconic VW flat-four, air-cooled engine and when the first year of…

Last Updated: March 22, 2024, 14:22 ISTHoli 2024: Delhi Metro Services To Begin Post 2:30 PM On March 25. (Photo: PTI)Amidst the festive fervor of Holi, Indian Railways has rolled out 540 additional train services to accommodate the surge in passenger demand. On the occasion of Holi, Delhi Metro services are slated to commence from 2:30 PM onwards on March 25, 2024.This announcement was made by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation on their official Twitter handle.The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) shared, “On Holi, March…

The new family of fully electric vans equipped with SDV will be introduced by the new company.Following the joint venture binding agreements signed on October 6t, 2023, Renault Group and Volvo Group have obtained the required regulatory approvals to officially launch the new company for the next generation of fully electric vans based on a Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) platform and its dedicated services.The new company will address the growing needs of decarbonized and…

Last Updated: March 22, 2024, 12:40 ISTNew BMW iX xDrive50: What Makes It Stand Out? (Photo: BMW)New BMW iX xDrive50 debuts in India at Rs 1.40 crore, boasting a bigger battery, powerful motors, and sleek upgrades, setting a new standard in luxury electric SUVs.BMW India has rolled out a brand-new version of its iX series, and it’s packed with upgrades.The iX xDrive50 has made its grand entrance, boasting top-notch features and a price tag of Rs 1.40 crore, ex-showroom, India.The iX xDrive50 boasts a larger 111.5kWh…

When it comes to stealing things, thieves in India have no bounds. In a bizarre turn of events, it has been reported that some thieves from Chandigarh have stolen electric vehicle chargers. As per the reports, these thieves have stolen equipment valued at over Rs. 1 crore. The incident occurred at the Palm Garden near the new lake in Sector 42, Chandigarh. These EV charging stations were set to be inaugurated in a few days. View this post on Instagram A post shared by…

If you have been on social media for some time, you know who Dolly Chaiwala is. A tea seller from Nagpur who became an internet sensation for his unique way of dressing and making tea. He even made a cup of tea for Mr. Bill Gates recently. He is often invited for shop and restaurant inaugurations and we have seen videos of him making tea too. We now have a couple of videos where Dolly Chaiwala is seen checking out a Lamborghini Huracan and even taking the supercar for a spin. View this post on Instagram…

Last Updated: March 22, 2024, 08:58 ISTOkinawa Autotech Partners With ReadyAssist To Revolutionize EV Customer Support.Okinawa Autotech partners with ReadyAssist, promising top-notch after-sales support for EV enthusiasts, revolutionizing the EV ownership experience.Okinawa Autotech, a major player in Electric Vehicle (EV) 2W manufacturing, has partnered with ReadyAssist, a top Roadside Assistance (RSA) and vehicle care company.As per Press Release, this collaboration aims to provide Okinawa 2W customers with unparalleled…

Finally, there is good news for the Tesla enthusiasts of India. It has been reported that the Indian government has announced a new EV policy initiative. The government, with this new policy, is aiming to bolster domestic manufacturing of EVs. It also aims to promote ‘Make in India’ objectives as well. Under this policy, the Indian government will allow automakers to import up to 8,000 electric cars per year at a reduced import duty of 15 %. This makes Tesla’s India entry almost certain. However, to…

The Skoda Superb and Octavia, much-loved performance and luxury sedans of the past, are set to make a comeback, much to the delight of enthusiasts. next-gen Superb The Skoda Octavia was discontinued in India on April 1, 2023, followed by the Superb, which was discontinued on June 5, 2023, and the primary reason was dwindling sales. The discontinuation of the Skoda Octavia, especially, was mourned on automobile websites and social media – but let us not forget, the love was not translating into open wallets and…

Nikola, producer of fuel cell and battery electric semi trucks, held a grand opening for the first of its HYLA refueling stations. The goal is to build a hydrogen refueling network that can be rolled out quickly, and built up over time as fuel cell trucks become more common. There’s a big push for zero emission trucks in California right now, in response to California’s new truck regulations. That push is particularly focused on the trucking routes between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach and the…