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Mar 21, 2017, 2:46 PM

Here's How Volkswagen Is Developing Future Products Virtually

As technology evolves, the making of a car matters a lot too. In fact the time taken to make a concept and translate that into a production version has drastically reduced and that's all thanks to the increasing usage of technology in the auto industry. With car makers embracing this technology, engineers can go into great details as far as building the car ground up is concerned. So, it's not just sci-fi anymore and virtual reality has found a place in the designing of a vehicle. German automaker Volkswagen is using mobile computer technology, 'HoloLens', which allows designers to project virtual content onto a physical object - essentially 'building' a virtual car in-front of them in minutes.

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  Seshan Vijayraghvan | Mar 20, 2017

  Honda WR-V vs Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza: Specifications Comparison

  While we have already pitted the Honda WR-V with the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza in real world conditions, but here we'll see which one of the two makes a better case for itself on paper.

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  car&bike Team | Mar 18, 2017

  Scarlett Johansson To Ride Honda NM4 Vultus In 'Ghost In The Shell'

  Honda NM4 Vultus, a custom motorcycle, will be seen sharing screen space with Hollywood actor Scarlett Johansson in the film 'Ghost in the Shell'.

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  Cyrus Dhabhar | Mar 14, 2017

  Ferrari's 70th Birthday: 7 Greatest Cars From 7 Decades

  On March 12, 1947, Enzo Ferrari fired up the first model to ever bear his name, the 125 S, and took it for a test drive on the streets of Maranello. 70 years down the line, the Ferrari badge has become synonymous with performance, exclusivity and possibly the best the automotive world has to offer. Enzo Ferraris incessant need to be the best in motorsport resulted in some absolutely epic road going automobiles. We take a look back at seven decades of Ferrari and choose seven cars that we think are the coolest, most beautiful and of course, the most revolutionary!

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  Kingshuk Dutta | Mar 12, 2017

  Best Sportbikes In India

  There are so many options as far as sportbikes are concerned that we had a tough time choosing some of the best ones currently on sale in India. Here is our list of some of the best sportbikes that money can buy. Be advised, most of them are extravagant indulgences. Buying a sportbike in India will always be a decision of the heart, rather than the head.

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  Seshan Vijayraghvan | Sep 25, 2023

  Honda WR-V: 10 Things You Need To Know

  Honda Cars India is set to launch the all-new Honda WR-V subcompact SUV/crossover next week. Slated to be launched on the 16th of March 2017, the new sub-4 metre WR-V comes with a bold SUV-like styling with several segment-first features. Now we have already driven the new Honda WR-V and know what the car has to offer. So here are 10 things that you should know about the soon-to-be-launched Honda WR-V.

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  car&bike Team | Mar 10, 2017

  7 Seater Cars In India

  Attributed to large space, well-equipped cabin and power-packed performance, the seven seater cars are comfortable for large families. From the slew of models in this space, we discern the best seven seater cars currently being retailed in India. Here is a compilation of seven seater cars in India that you can consider if you are planning to buy one.

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  Seshan Vijayraghvan | Mar 16, 2017

  Honda WR-V vs Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza vs Ford EcoSport vs Fiat Avventura vs Hyundai i20 Active vs Toyota Etios Cross: Spec Comparison

  Honda Cars India will finally enter the sub-4 metre SUV/Crossover space this month with the launch of the all-new - Honda WR-V. Slated to go on sale in the country on the 16th of March 2017, the new subcompact SUV will rival the likes of Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza and Ford EcoSport but also crossovers like the Hyundai i20 Active, Fiat Avventura and the Toyota Etios Cross. Now we have already driven the car and know what the WR-V is all about, but is it equipped enough to compete with the aforementioned rivals? Let's find out.

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  car&bike Team | Mar 4, 2017

  Beijing Is Preparing To Replace Its Entire Taxi Fleet With Electric Cars

  The new program that will begin implementation this year will affect nearly 70,000 taxis in Beijing and is expected to cost around Rs. 130 crore (9 billion yuan).

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