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
Maruti Suzuki NEXA Premium Workshops Launched; Aims To Have 300 By 2020
Maruti Suzuki launched its first NEXA service centre that has opened in Gurugram, Haryana. The automaker's new outlet brings improved technological practice in servicing and repair of vehicles that is largely digital and enhances productivity as well.
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Benelli 302R Launched In India Priced At Rs. 3.48 Lakh
The Benelli 302R is the latest full faired offering in the quarter-litre segment and it locks horns against the Kawasaki Ninja 300 and the KTM RC 390.
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Benelli 302R: 5 Things To Know
A long waited launch in the quarter-litre space,Benelli India will be officially introducing the Benelli 302R in the country tomorrow. We first saw the bike at the EICMA Motor Show at Milan, Italy in 2015 and the model was also showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo. With the launch just hours away, here are five things you need to know about the Benelli 302R.
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Ashok Leyland Bags Order For 3019 Buses From Karnataka State Transport
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has placed an order for 3019 buses from Ashok Leyland, the company has announced. The order is one of the largest from a State Transport Undertaking for a single OEM to be executed in a single financial year, the company said. Ashok Leyland also announced that the order size is about Rs. 650 crore.
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2017 Maruti Suzuki Dakshin Dare Results; TVS Racing Wins Big
The ninth edition of the Maruti Suzuki Dakshin Dare concluded this weekend in Pune with Team Maruti Suzuki's Suresh Rana and Ashwin Naik being declared the overall winners of the event. The annual southern motorsports rally had Rana and Naik win the Ultimate Cars category, while R Nataraj of TVS Racing took home the victory in Ultimate Bikes.
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Sherco TVS In Top 10 On Day 1 Of Baja Aragon 2017
Sherco TVS rider Joan Pedrero finished third at end of the first special stage, followed by teammate Adrien Metge at seventh, while the Indian contingent Aravind KP finished at 18th place.
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Sherco TVS Returns To Baja Aragon 2017 With Its Top 3 Riders
The 34th edition of the Baja Aragon kick started on 21st July 2017 in Spain and representing India is the Sherco-TVS factory team participating with its riders. The Indo-French team will have riders Spaniard Joan Pedrero, French-man Adrien Metge and our very own Aravind KP on the RTR 450, all of who showcased their mettle at the Dakar rally earlier this year.
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GST Effect: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Prices Slashed By Up To Rs. 1.04 Lakh
While it may not be a hot seller in India's SUV inclined market, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is surely liked by many for its off-roading capabilities and sheer presence. For those wanting to get one of these, now is the time as prices for the Pajero Sport have seen a cut of Rs. 1.04 lakh, courtesy of the new Goods and Service Tax (GST) norms.
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KTM 250 Duke Sells 2300 Units In First Quarter Of 2017-18 Fiscal
Bajaj Auto announced its results for the first quarter of the 2017-18 financial year, revealing that KTM India sold 2300 units of the 250 Duke in the domestic market. The Austrian bike maker's all-new offering was launched in India in February this year, bridging the gap between the now entry-level 200 Duke and the flagship 2017 KTM 390 Duke. KTM India's cumulative sales stood at 8484 units in the first quarter of FY2018.
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Don't Pay Toll At NHAI Highways If You Wait For Longer Than 3 Minutes
The next time you are on national highway anywhere in the country and have to wait for a long then three minutes to clear a toll; do not pay it. While that may seem too good to be true to the millions of commuters, it certainly is true and in fact approved by the law.
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MV Agusta Aims To Sell Up To 400 Units A Year, New Dealerships Planned
Italian motorcycle maker MV Agusta has big plans for the Indian market that has grown exponentially for the premium motorcycle segment. The manufacturer recently launched the 2017 Brutale 800 in the country and on the side lines of the launch, MV Agusta revealed that it aims to sell about 300-400 motorcycles every year with India showing promising growth.
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F1 2017: Controversial Halo Protection System To Be Mandatory On Cars
FIA, the governing body from the sport, has mandated the inclusion of 'Halo' protection system for the driver cockpit starting 2018. The decision to include the Halo device was taken at the FIA meeting at Geneva where all F1 teams were present for the first time.
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MV Agusta To Introduce 3 Motorcycles In India This Year
Having launched the new Brutale 800 in the country, MV Agusta India plans to introduce three new motorcycles in the country in the next couple of months and includes a sports tourer, a more powerful naked roadster and a Euro 4 compliant version of the F3 800 superbike.
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Renault Scala And Pulse Not Discontinued; Will Be On Made to Order Basis
When carandbike.com contacted the company, Renault India clarified the status on its models and have said that the cars haven't been discontinued. Instead, the automaker will be producing the Scala and Pulse on a made-to-order basis for customers requesting the same.
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Ashok Leyland and SUN Mobility Announce Alliance Electric Solutions
Commercial Vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland, part of the Hinduja Group announced a strategic partnership with SUN Mobility to develop electric mobility solutions on a global scale.
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2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800: 5 Things To Know
The new MV Agusta Brutale 800 offers a beautifully designed middleweight naked with the iconic Italian brand name, and the performance to make it a superb middleweight roadster. Here's all you need to know about the 2017 MV Agusta Brutale 800
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Honda Amaze Privilege Edition Launched; Priced From Rs. 6.49 Lakh
Adding some novelty to its subcompact sedan, Honda Cars India has introduced the Honda Amaze Privilege Edition in the country. The limited edition model adds a host of new features to the sedan and is based on the S (O) MT variant. Prices for the Honda Amaze Privilege Edition start at Rs. 6.49 lakh for the petrol and Rs. 7.73 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi) for the diesel version.
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2017 Suzuki Swift Hybrid Unveiled; Claims 32 Kmpl
Having introduced the new generation Suzuki Swift earlier this year, the hatchback has now received a new hybrid derivative that was recently unveiled in Japan. Available in two variants - SG and SL, the Suzuki Swift Hybrid is a lot of different from the hybrids that were shown at the time of the global unveil which were equipped with SHVS, and instead carries an electric motor assisting the petrol unit.
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2018 Kawasaki KX250F Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 7.52 Lakh
India Kawasaki Motor has launched the 2018 Kawasaki KX250F priced at Rs. 7.52 lakh (ex-showroom, pan India). The KX250F was first launched in the country last year and the 2018 edition introduces a host of improvements including an updated engine with more torque and revised suspension setup, while the chassis is the same.
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Tata Nexon Engine Specifications Announced
With the Tata Nexon launch lined up for around the festive season this year, Tata Motors has announced the engine specifications of the new 1.2-litre petrol and 1.5-litre diesel units that will power the Nexon and have been indigenously developed in-house by the manufacturer.
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