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

Top Doorstep Vehicle Service Companies In The Time Of COVID-19
In the post-COVID-19 world, the new normal is to stay home and order online. With that in mind, we list down the auto mechanic and repair companies that offer doorstep services to carry repairs, scheduled service or cleaning at your home.
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Ather 450X Series1 Collector's Edition Breaks Cover
The Ather 450X Series1 Collector's Edition celebrates those early-bird customers who decided to book the scooter by showing complete faith in the company. The limited edition model gets an all-new colour scheme and the first-ever translucent panels exposing the aluminium frame underneath.
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F1: Stefano Domenicali Appointed As The New Formula 1 CEO
Stefano Domenicali will relinquish his role as Chairman and CEO at Lamborghini to take up the new job as the CEO at Formula 1, while Chase Carey will continue to serve on the board as a non-executive Chairman.
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Maruti Suzuki WagonR CNG Sales Cross The 3 Lakh Mark
The Maruti Suzuki WagonR S-CNG is one of the most efficient cars in the segment with a mileage of 33.54 km/kg and comes with a factory-fitted CNG kit for a hassle-free ownership experience, making it a popular choice in the segment.
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Ex-Ferrari Boss Stefano Domenicali To Replace Chase Carey As New F1 CEO: Report
Stefano Domenicali previously served as the team principal at Scuderia Ferrari between 2008 and 2014, and is currently the Chairman and CEO of Lamborghini. He will succeed Chase Carey as the new F1 CEO, should he accept the top job at Formula 1.
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Range-Topping Kia Sonet GTX+ Petrol & Diesel Automatic Variant Prices Revealed
The range-topping Kia Sonet GTX+ automatic variants are priced at Rs. 12.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The turbo petrol automatic gets the 7-speed DCT, while the diesel automatic makes do with the 6-speed torque converter.
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New-Generation Land Rover Defender India Launch Date Revealed
The new-generation Land Rover Defender was announced for India in February this year and prices start at Rs. 69.99 lakh (ex-showroom) for the all-new and capable off-roader.
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2020 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 1.20 Crore
The new-generation Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe is a direct successor to the GLE 43 AMG that was previously on sale in India, and packs more power, features and new mild-hybrid technology.
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Kush Maini Extends Lead In British F3 Championship With Win At Donington Park
With nine podiums including the latest race win at Donington Park, Kush Maini's leads the 2020 British F3 championship by 54 points, and is a strong contender for the title with 10 more races to go.
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2021 Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX And Ninja 650 Get New Colour Schemes In India
The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX comes with the Emerald Blazed Green shade and also gets a price hike of Rs. 10,000. Meanwhile, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650 is offered in the new Lime Green shade that gets new body graphics. Both bikes were updated to meet BS6 norms earlier this year.
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Tata Motors Rolls Out The 300,000th Tiago From Sanand Plant
The Tata Tiago has been a gamechanger for the automaker and quite the success story with production hitting the 300,000th milestone at the company's Sanand facility in Gujarat.
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Ducati Introduces MyDucati Mobile App For Customers
The new MyDucati app brings the Ducati world under one roof for customers offering access to new experiences, dealerships, and even a special preview of the brand's upcoming range.
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Hyundai To Discontinue Venue Manual In The US From 2021
A lack of demand for the manual versions has prompted Hyundai to discontinue the Venue's 6-speed manual in the US. All variants will continue to get a CVT instead.
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HAAH Automotive Offers To Invest $258 Million In Ssangyong Motor: Report
A new report suggests that the US-based import car distributor HAAH Automotive Holdings is said to be interested in investing $258 million in South Korea's SsangYong Motor for a substantial stake in the company, as Mahindra look at diluting its shareholding.
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MotoGP: Vinales Wins Emilia Romagna GP
Maverick Vinales converted his pole start into a win in the Emilia Romagna GP, becoming the sixth different winner of the 2020 MotoGP season.
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2020 BMW R 18 First Edition: First Look
The BMW R 18 First Edition is limited in numbers globally and is offered at a premium over the standard version. Here's a closer look at what the special edition model has to offer.
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2020 Kia Sonet Subcompact SUV: All You Need To Know
From prices, features, engine and transmission options to bookings and availability, here's all you need to know about the newly-launched 2020 Kia Sonet subcompact SUV.
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TVS Motor Company Expands Operations In Colombia With A New Distributor
TVS' new partner Autotecnica Colombiana SAS will operate 50 dealerships exclusive to the brand and create dedicated space for the Indian two-wheeler maker with 600 retail outlets. The company also plans to introduce new two-wheelers and even three-wheelers in the South American country.
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MotoGP: Vinales Takes Second Consecutive Pole For Emilia Romagna GP As Bagnaia's Lap Gets Cancelled
Maverick Vinales secured his second pole at the Misano circuit for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix tomorrow, as Francesco Bagnaia's record-setting lap was cancelled. The top 11 riders were separated by only half a second.
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Ather 450X Collector's Edition To Be Unveiled This Month
The Ather 450X Collector's Edition has been designed for those who showed faith in the brand and the product and pre-ordered the electric scooter before the company revealed any specifications, design or even the price.
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