Geoge Smith 
So, as it turns out, I wield the power of God. Earlier this week I wrote about how the fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner has been to 13 consecutive New York International Auto Shows since it debuted at the State Fair of Texas in 2009. Well, it looks like Toyota heard me, because just a few hours … Read more
Let’s go back to the last week of August 2009, eh? “The Final Destination” was the top movie, “American Idol” the top TV show, the Black Eyed Peas claimed the top tune with “I Gotta Feeling,” and the average gallon of gas cost $2.43, which the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says is worth $3.49 … Read more
NEW DELHI: The Madras HC has stayed a GST demand of about Rs 80 crore on salary paid by Hyundai Motors to seconded employees. The company had challenged the December 23, 2023 tax demand notice from the GST authorities, which had considered the entire salary amount paid to seconded employees as taxable. Secondment, a common … Read more
I’m not much of an audiophile. Don’t get me wrong, I’m constantly listening to music and love going to live shows, and I’m always excited by a fancy sound system in a car. But in my personal life, I’m fine to just stick with my Apple headphones and my big TV’s built-in speakers for movies … Read more
Pros: Engaging and refined to drive; luxurious interior; strong turbo engine; good looks; top crash scores Cons: No hybrid available; polarizing infotainment system; a bit small; not as good as CX-50 What exactly do you get with the number 0? Usually, by definition, nothing. But when it comes to Mazda’s pair of compact SUVs, the … Read more
Czech automaker Skoda Auto on Thursday said it is strengthening strategic partnership with Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India with a focus on advancing its app portfolio, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and technology services. The Volkswagen Group, through its subsidiary Volkswagen Group Technology Solutions India (VWITS), operates one of its largest global IT centres in India … Read more
Don’t get too carried away out there. Photo: VW Pics/Universal Images Group (Getty Images) It’s an exciting time for moon worshipers, as the Earth’s natural satellite is about to get its time in the spotlight with a total eclipse that’s set to be visible from vast portions of America on April 8th. While the lunar phenomenon … Read more
Everything is more expensive now, and that includes car repairs. Labor shortages, parts and supply chain disruptions, and inflation have collided, creating a perfect storm of high maintenance costs for car owners. NetCredit, a personal loan and financing company, recently released its findings for the most expensive and least expensive states for car repairs, and … Read more
For more than a decade, Australian billionaire Clive Palmer, has worked to make a seaworthy replica of the Titanic, known as the Titanic II, a reality. He still has yet to begin construction of the ship, but one of these days, it’s definitely happening for sure. And to make sure Titanic II fares better on … Read more
Enthusiasts meandering through the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in 50 years will have an easy way to tell approximately when a Lamborghini was made. Starting later in 2024, the brand’s cars will wear a logo that has been redesigned with a focus on minimalism. Lamborghini notes this is the first time it has redesigned its … Read more
