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Sameer Contractor

Jul 18, 2017, 3:53 AM

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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  car&bike Team | Jul 17, 2017

  Lewis Hamilton Wins British Grand Prix; Closes In On Vettel In The Points Table

  It was a weekend to remember for Lewis Hamilton as he eased to his fifth British Grand Prix victory at Silverstone. Hamilton was unchallenged throughout the race and won by a comfortable 10 second margin.

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  car&bike Team | Jul 17, 2017

  Formula E Race 2017: Mahindra Racing Secures Double Podium Finish In New York

  Mahindra Racing celebrated a double podium today in the second race of the inaugural New York City ePrix. The team secured its maiden win and double podium last month in Berlin, and now the win at New York gives Mahindra Racing something more to cheer about. Drivers Felix Rosenqvist and Nick Heidfeld, driving the all-electric M3Electro racecar, both reached Formula E's unique Super Pole shootout session to start the race from 2nd and 5th place respectively and both drivers ended up on the podium in second and third place

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  Sameer Contractor | Jul 16, 2017

  Formula E 2017: Sam Bird Wins First Ever New York City ePrix; Mahindra Finishes 15th And DNF

  The first ever New York Formula E race saw Sam Bird of DS Virgin Racing claim his maiden Formula E victory; but it wasn't the best race for Mahindra with Felix Rosenqvist finishing 15th while Nick Heidfield saw an unexpected retirement.

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  Sameer Contractor | Jul 15, 2017

  F1 2017: Sebastian Vettel Tests New 'Shield' Front Protection System At Silverstone

  Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel has become the first driver to test the FIA's latest cockpit protection concept - 'Shield' - during the opening practice session for this weekend's British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

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  Sameer Contractor | Jul 14, 2017

  Sauber F1 Announces Frederic Vasseur As New Team Principal

  Following the exit of Monisha Kaltenborn in June this year, the Sauber Formula One Team has appointed Frederic Vasseur as their new team principal. The former Renault F1 team boss will be joining the Sauber team with effect from 17th July 2017, soon after the British Grand Prix concludes at Silverstone this weekend.

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  Inside Line Team | Jul 14, 2017

  Inside Line F1 Podcast: Ricciardo - The Only Happy Red Bull Driver

  In the Red Bull Racing ecosystem, Daniel Ricciardo seems to be the only driver 'happy'. Carlos Sainz Jr. had a public spat regarding his future; given Red Bull Racing's attitude, he should be glad it wasn't a public slap.

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  Sameer Contractor | Jul 12, 2017

  Vijay Mallya Resigns As India's Representative To The FIA

  Vijay Mallya, who has been accused of money laundering and defrauding banks in India, was asked to resign as per a directive sent by the sports ministry,

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  Sameer Contractor | Jul 10, 2017

  F1 2017: Valtteri Bottas Beats Vettel To Win Austrian GP Amidst Controversial Start

  After a near perfect albeit controversial start, Valtteri Bottas charged towards his second Formula 1 victory in the Austrian Grand Prix. The Mercedes driver led throughout the race, starting on pole and fending competition from Sebastian Vettel.

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