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Buying a New Car? Petrol, Diesel, Hybrid or EV: Which Makes More Sense in 2025?

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Are you planning to buy a new car? Exciting times! But then comes the big question: Petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric—what should you go for? Earlier, it was simple—either petrol or diesel. But now, with electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids gaining popularity, things can get a bit confusing. Don’t worry—we’ll break it all down in the simplest way possible. 1. Petrol Cars – The Safe Old Friend Best for: City driving, occasional long drives. Pros: Lower upfront cost. Smooth and quiet. Cheaper to maintain than diesel/EV/Hybrid. Wide range of options available. Good resale value. Cons: Petrol prices are always on a rollercoaster. Not as fuel-efficient as diesel. Who should buy? If your daily commute is short, not more than 50 km, and you don’t take many long trips, then petrol is the best option for you. Also, if you are on a low budget or don’t want to spend much, then petrol has many affordable options across models. ...
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Is Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Hybrid a better choice than Rivals?

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  The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Toyota Hyryder which are similar cars being shared by Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are winning buyers’ attention. The reason is that both of these SUVs offer an option for a hybrid variant which until now none of their rivals has offered. Undoubtedly, the hybrid vehicle is better for the environment as it emits lesser greenhouse gases as compared to traditional fuel-burning cars. Also, hybrid cars are more fuel efficient. However, the above-mentioned positive factors of the hybrid car are not something that every buyer relies on. In this blog, we will tell you whether buying a hybrid car is overall a good decision or it’s just a new trend that most follow without digging down to reality. Cost Comparison between a Hybrid and Regular Car: Due to the battery pack, an additional electric motor and other hardware together inflate the cost of a hybrid car. For reference have a look at the below table. Car Model/Variant Honda City Hybr...
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Top 5 Reasons to avoid an Electric Vehicle

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Presently there is a lot of buzz around EVs worldwide and for the past 2 to 3 years this trend is revolving quite well in India as well, pushing buyers to have a second thought before their final decision. I have literally seen people shortlisting EVs along with other options without knowing a bit about the EV they have shortlisted. “Electric vehicles are the future”, this ideology is playing with the buyer’s mind, making space for uncertain decisions. However, the above-mentioned ideology is not wrong at all, EVs are the future and there is no doubt about it at all. It’s just that there are a few factors that don’t align with the adaptation of EVs in India. This blog will focus on major drawbacks of owning an EV and why it’s not a wise decision. 1.        EVs are Expensive: The alternate EV option is almost 50 to 60 per cent costly when compared to a regular IC engine vehicle of almost the same segment. The table below will help you to understand t...
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New Maruti Suzuki Brezza Vs New Hyundai Venue

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India’s two largest automakers Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai have launched the facelifted version of their best-selling compact SUVs. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Hyundai’s Venue are the top-selling cars in the compact SUV segment and have been a favourite choice among buyers. Presently, the adoption rate of compact SUVs over sedans and hatchbacks has increased straightaway, and as the demand has increased auto manufacturers are eyeing this segment wholeheartedly. The updated versions of the two abovementioned SUVs will undoubtedly excite the buyers but might also create a scope of confusion while choosing the best one for themselves. Below we will compare both the SUVs, the Brezza and Venue to help you choose wisely. Exterior: The Maruti Suzuki has done extremely well in modernizing the old-school, boxy-shaped Vitara Brezza. The newly designed headlights with dual projector lamps and curvy DRLS look way bigger and more attractive than the older version. From the rear, this car i...
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Tata Motors Reveals Avinya; A Futuristic EV Concept

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After showcasing the Curvv concept recently, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM) has now proceeded with the unveiling of the Avinya concept which brings a new EV architecture and design. This concept Avinya will be a part of the company’s vision of pure electric vehicles based on its 3 rd generation architecture. The Avinya EV will lie in the compact SUV or the crossover segment. The car would have a lighter battery pack compared to the Nexon EV and is expected to offer a range of over 500 km. The company has also claimed that they are working towards an infrastructure that would charge this massive EV in under 30 minutes. Tata Avinya’s Futuristic Design: Avinya, a name derived from Sanskrit that stands for innovation, clearly resembles its characteristics through its design. Avinya is expected to be 4.3 meters in length, but the cabin space is expected to match a 4.7-meters long car. The EV is expected to have a large-sized front grill with a sleek T-shaped LED lightbar...
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Why Connected Technology in Cars Make Sense?

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Would it be possible for you to read this blog without having access to the internet? Obviously, It’s not. Presently we are living in a manmade ecosystem that cannot be imagined without the internet. Our smartphones, computers and even the smartwatches that we use are connected to the internet. Similarly, connected technology in the automobile industry is now becoming a new standard. In this blog, I will disclose a few key benefits of having a connected car. ·        Remote Accessibility: This feature will allow the user to make use of a mobile-based application to operate a few functions of the vehicle. Functions such as air conditioning, vehicle lock/unlock, engine start/stop, headlights, windows and sunroof can be controlled remotely. Moreover, the user can check the vehicle’s health status, previous service records, fuel status, live location and much more regardless of their location. ·        Geo-Fencing: Prob...
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Planning a Road Trip? Read how to prepare your Car for it

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  Who doesn’t love an adventurous road trip? Driving beside a coastline or between a valley, both of these can be a fun and memorable experience. Driving away from the city crowd on the expressways with fun-loving companionship and taking halts on roadside dhabaas for flavoursome meals is everyone’s favourite thing to do. In the excitement to go shopping, booking hotels and plan other events people often neglect their car’s condition, which is the most important part of the entire trip. Trust me a car breakdown during a road trip can be the biggest nightmare and mood killer for you, hence it’s extremely important to check your car thoroughly. Don’t know where to start from? No worries! we got you covered with a checklist to follow.   1.       Check for due Service Take your car to the service centre if its service is due. Reach the service adviser if you are facing any specific issue in your car. Once your car’s service is done take it for a spin to insp...
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