About Sameer Contractor
Sameer ContractorConnect with this authorWith an unquenchable thirst for everything automotive, Sameer has always been the go to auto guy that his friends needed. So, it isnt exactly surprising that he chooses to do what he does. A Batman fanatic, Sameers wants to go roof-scaping on the Tumbler, while the Bat motorcycle is certainly on the cards and he plans to build one himself. An avid foodie, he has a road trip in order that will be taking him across the world in search for the best roads and the best cuisines. While his stress buster involves taking aimless motorcycle rides, do not get offended by his sarcasm.
Articles of Sameer Contractor
2017 Suzuki Alivio (Maruti Suzuki Ciaz) Facelift Spied In China
The Suzuki Alivio is essentially the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and spy shots of the facelifted model have now surfaced online, revealing a host of subtle yet effective changes to the exterior, some of which just might make its way to the India-spec model as well.
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2017 Suzuki Gixxer And Gixxer SF Special Edition Launched At Rs. 81,175
Suzuki Motorcycle India has introduced the Gixxer SP and Gixxer SF SP special edition motorcycles in the country, adding new livery to its 150 cc offerings. The special edition Suzuki Gixxer SP has been priced at Rs. 81,175, while the Gixxer SP is priced at Rs. 99,312 (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi), and remains the same as the standard version.
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FASTags To Be Sold Online; Exclusive Lanes Operational From September
In a bid to improve the toll process in the country via electronic toll collection, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the sale of FASTags online starting August 18, 2017.
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Shahan Ali Mohsin Finishes Overall 4th In Rotax Grand Festival In Austria
Budding racer and two time Indian National Karting Champion, Shahan Ali Mohsin made India proud with strong performance in the 2017 Rotax Grand Festival in Austria. The 13-year-old finished in overall fourth place, while the pre-finals saw the young driver secure a podium finish.
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2018 Yamaha R25 Facelift Spotted Testing In Indonesia
The Yamaha YZF-R3 may have been pulled off the Indian market, but the model is very much on sale across other countries. With Indonesia being the global production hub for the motorcycle, spy shots have emerged of the 2018 Yamaha YZF-R25/R3 facelift from the South East Asian country. Devoid of any badges or branding, the all black test mule does not give out much detail.
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MotoGP 2017: Dovizioso Beats Honda's Marquez To Win Austrian GP
Easily one of the finest finishes to a race this MotoGP season, Ducati's Andrea Dovizioso won the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, as Honda's Marc Marquez put up a spectacular fight in the closing stages. The reigning world champion was right at the tail of the Ducati rider with Dovizioso crossing the chequered flag just 0.176 seconds ahead of Marquez.
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Older Siblings Are The Bad Drivers In A Family, Says Study
If you are the younger sibling in your family, chances are high that you were bullied by your older siblings to sit back while they took the driver's seat. Well, the argument has always been that older siblings are better drivers, something the younger borns have fought against. Well, if you too have been at the receiving end of this stick, there is some hope.
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Mitsubishi Xpander MPV Makes World Premiere At 2017 Indonesia Auto Show
Having been unveiled online, the new generation Mitsubishi Xpander MPV made its world premiere at the 25th GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show in Jakarta, Indonesia. The all-new MPV replaces the outgoing Expander in the company's line-up and takes cues from the automaker's existing range for a more rugged appeal blended with comfort and convenience.
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2018 BMW X2 Crossover Teased In Latest Camouflaged Images
BMW has released few images of the upcoming X2 and while it may not be completely revealed, the camouflaged shots do give out great detail about the upcoming crossover. Interestingly, images of the BMW X2 were released on a lifestyle blog and not directly by the company, which only goes on to show the kind of target audience the automaker aims with its all-new offering.
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno Records Best Ever Sales In July 2017
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is one of the more popular hatchbacks in the country and the sales report for July 2017 echoes the same. The top selling cars list for the previous month are out and the Baleno has recorded its highest ever sales with 19,153 units, a growth of 110 per cent over the same period last year.
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Suzuki Gixxer SF ABS Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 95,499
We told you about this few weeks ago and now Suzuki Motorcycle India has officially launched the 2017 Suzuki Gixxer SF with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). The Suzuki Gixxer SF ABS is being offered in two variants - Carbureted, that is priced at Rs. 95,499 and Fuel Injected (FI) that is available at Rs. 99,312 (all-prices, ex-showroom Delhi).
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Nissan Connect App Launched In India
The Nissan Connect app comes with a host of over 50 features including a speed limiter alert, chauffeur tracker, curfew alert and even a driving score card to rate your driving practices.
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Skoda Kodiaq: Price Expectation In India
With the SUV boom across most markets globally, the Skoda Kodiaq just might find a strong footing in India. While Skoda India will release the technical specifications of the Kodiaq tomorrow, we will still have to wait for the official pricing that will be released closer to launch around the festive season. So, what will be the asking price on Skoda India's new flagship? Here's what we think.
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Hyundai Dealers Offer Discounts Up To Rs. 60,000 On Outgoing Verna
Hyundai dealers have confirmed to carandbike.com that discounts are available on the existing stocks of the current generation Hyundai Verna to the tune of Rs. 50,000-60,000.
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Harley-Davidson India Expands In Smaller Cities With First Concept Store
Expanding its base in smaller cities, Harley-Davidson inaugurated its first concept store in India in Kolhapur. Christened as 'Warrior Harley-Davidson', the concept store has been designed to accommodate Harley's customer experience program on a smaller scale. The Harley-Davidson concept store has been specifically designed for Tier II and III cities where the company does not have retail presence.
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Carberry Releases 1000 cc V-Twin Engine Details; Priced At Rs. 4.96 Lakh
Australia's custom Royal Enfield bike builder, Carberry Motorcycles opened shop in India earlier this year and has now officially released details on its first made-in-India 1000 cc V-Twin Royal Enfield engine. For those who know about the company, the builder produced custom 1000 cc V-Twin engines based on 500 cc RE units and moved operations to India for easier manufacturing process.
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Bridgestone India Announces Rs. 1939 Crore Investment For Plant Expansion
Tyre maker Bridgsetone India has announced the expansion for its manufacturing facilities in Pune (Chakan) and Indore (Kheda) with an investment of $304.3 million (around Rs. 1939 crore).
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Mallya's Replacement Representing India At The FIA To Be Announced Soon
The Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) will be announcing a new representative from India to the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) in October this year. Speaking to Carandbike.com on the sidelines of the JK Tyre NRC Round 2, FMSCI - President, Akbar Ebrahim said that the new member will be elected during the final council meeting this October and will commence his term from December 2017.
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Hyundai India To Conduct Feasibility Study For Mini Electric SUV
Hyundai India will be conducting a feasibility to study for a mini electric SUV for the Indian market, while it is also contemplating to introduce electric versions of the Grand i10 and i20 models to meet the government's aim to go all-electric by 2030.
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Anindith, Joseph, Chittesh Dominate JK Tyre National Racing Championship
The 20th edition of the JK-Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship has a host of categories including motorcycle racing for the first time this year. Round 2 saw Mumbai's Nayan Chatterjee and Hyderabad's Anindith Reddy scorch the track on Day 1 winning one race each in the highly competitive Euro JK 17 category.
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