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
Hyundai Kona Rally Car Developed In New Zealand Previews An Electric Rally Monster
The Hyundai Kona Electric Rally car makes about 800 kW or 1,073 bhp and weighs just 1,400 kg, making for a power-to-weight ratio that puts it on par with the top tier WRC rally cars.
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TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Launched With Riding Modes & Adjustable Suspension; Priced At Rs. 1.31 Lakh
The TVS Apache RTR 200 4V gets three riding modes - Sport, Urban and Rain, along with an adjustable front suspension from Showa. All of these are segment-first features.
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Former Nissan Boss And Corporate Fugitive Carlos Ghosn Publishes Tell-All Book
The new tell-all book 'The Time of Truth' by Carlos Ghosn and Philippe Ries chronicles his journey from the construction of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance to the circumstances of his arrest in Japan on November 2018.
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Two-Wheeler Sales October 2020: Yamaha Continues Growth Momentum With 31 Per Cent Hike
Yamaha Motor India has been reporting a jump in sales ever since July this year with the festive season contributing to the brand's volumes. The company sold 60,176 units in October 2020.
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2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe India Launch Live Updates: Specs, Prices, Features
Catch the 2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe India Launch Live Updates here:
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October Two-Wheeler Sales 2020: TVS Registers 22 Per Cent Hike, Motorcycle Sales Grow by 38 Per Cent
TVS Motor Company's domestic sales grew by 19 per cent with motorcycles continuing to contribute to the brand's volumes, as the festive season contributed to a strong recovery for the auto sector.
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Tribute: Sean Connery And The Art Of Making James Bond Look Cool
Legendary actor Sean Connery passed away at the age of 90, known for several iconic roles, most notably as the first James Bond. We take a look at what the actor brought to the table and the cars that went along with it.
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Formula E: Former Mahindra Racing Driver Jerome d'Ambrosio Announces Retirement, Joins Venturi Racin
Atfter two years with Mahindra Racing and six years in Formula E, Jerome d'Ambrosio has decided to hang up is helmet in favour of a management role as the deputy team principal at Venturi Racing.
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2020 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe Review
The second-generation Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe retains the body-style of the four-door fastback SUV but has seen a complete overhaul in every department packing in better performance and style.Can it retain its best-selling AMG tag in India this time as well? We find out.
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F1: Kimi Raikkonen To Race In 2021 As Alfa Romeo Announce Driver Line-up Next Season
Drivers Kimi Raikkonen and Antonio Giovinazzi have been retained for the 2021 season by Alfa Romeo, which will mark Raikkonen's 19th season in Formula 1.
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Third-Generation Hyundai i20 To Be Exported From India To Global Markets
The new-generation Hyundai i20 is manufactured at the company's Chennai facility with nearly 20-30 per cent of the total production of the hatchback catering to exports.
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DC Design Reveals Dress Kit For The New-Generation Mahindra Thar
The new DC2 Dress Kit from DC Design brings a customised bodykit for the new-generation Mahindra Thar with new bumpers, headlights, bonnet and larger off-road spec tyres. We also tell you about the pricing you can expect at the launch next month.
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Maruti Suzuki's Q2 FY2021 Net Profit Recovers By 1 Per Cent At Rs. 1,371 Crore
Fuelled by strong demand from the rural sector, Maruti Suzuki reported a net profit of 1 per cent for the period between July and September as demand recovered with the company selling 391,130 vehicles during Q2 FY2021.
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Toyota Launches Its First Regional Stockyard In India
Toyota's new regional stockyard ensures a leaner and more efficient distribution network and will help reduce the delivery time on the vehicles from the current 13 days to a maximum of two days.
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Royal Enfield Delivers 1200 Motorcycles In A Single Day For Dussehra In Mumbai
Royal Enfield delivered 1,200 bikes to customers in Mumbai on the occasion of Vijay Dashami, while the company has retailed over 3,700 motorcycles in Maharashtra during the ongoing festive season.
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Personal Mobility To Boost Electric Vehicle Sales In Post-COVID Era: Shailesh Chandra, Tata Motors
As public transportation takes a back seat in the post-COVID era, Shailesh Chandra, President - PVBU, Tata Motors, says that personal mobility has the potential to gain traction as the customer mindset sees a shift with concerns for safety and cleaner environment.
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F1: Pierre Gasly Will Continue To Drive For AlphaTauri In 2021 Season
24-year-old Pierre Gasly has been retained for AlphaTauri for the 2021 F1 season, having secured his maiden and the team's second-ever victory earlier this year in the Italian GP. He teammate though is yet to be announced.
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Skoda Rapid CNG Spotted Testing In India
Skoda Auto already retails CNG versions of its other cars that are badged as the G-Tec in Europe, but the Rapid CNG will be a first from the carmaker in India, and the only one of its kind in the segment currently on sale, bringing high fuel economy and fun-to-drive quotient together.
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My Volkswagen Connect App Launched; Brings Connected Tech To VW Cars In India
The My Volkswagen Connect will be available with the new Polo GT TSI and the Vento Highline Plus as standard, and brings connected solutions to the cars, on the same lines as the competition.
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Kinetic Green Safar Jumbo Electric Cargo Three-Wheeler Launched; Priced At Rs. 2.50 Lakh
The Kinetic Safar Jumbo electric cargo three-wheeler has been designed for last-mile delivery needs of e-commerce buyers, and promises a range of 120 km on a single charge with a top speed of 55 kmph. It also gets fast-charging as optional.
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