Carkhana

Ford makes a fighter jet lame with this truck – F150 Raptor

Runal — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:46:27 +0000

Take the worlds best-selling pickup , boot it up with F-22 Raptor dynamics, add a transformer look, mix up some old school rallying pedigree and get ready to witness the most awesome pickup truck money can buy

Rich History : Switch to the late 1940′s ; The world was recovering from the great war ; Asia working on independence ; and Henry Ford fulfilling his last wish to build a machine which could carry more than just humans, and so … Read more

Weirdest Car – Nissan Cube

Runal — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:21:54 +0000

Popular culture allows us to use acronyms like ‘wtf’ and this car does justice for its usage. That indeed is the first reaction one has for this car but lets face it, its a Jap way of thinking, so get over it.

Analysis : We all have played with LEGO blocks as kids, so first we make a rectangle, add a dimension and it becomes a cuboid; Now all you need to add are the set of wheels and we arrive … Read more

Difference between Synthetic and Mineral Oil

Runal — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:52:35 +0000

Engine oil is much more than just a lube to make your car go longer and better. It is the only demand an engine has apart from fuel, and more importantly is as crucial as the engine itself.
Fuel makes the engine run but the Oil lets it live. So both are as important as the other.

Its been long regarded as just a bare necessity for an engine. But try taking care of this part and your engine will … Read more

How to check and replace a Spark Plug in 5 minutes

Runal — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:30:29 +0000

Spark Plugs form a very important part of the entire combustion process inside an engine cylinder. The spark ignites the air-fuel mixture which is supposed to propel the pistons downwards.

And yet , they are one of the most neglected part in a car and all the attention is encountered by the Oil, Lubes, Tires etc.

Know how to replace your spark plug here :

You’ll need some basic tools to complete the task:
A wrench and a fine wire brush cleaner along … Read more

What to keep in mind while buying a used car- Part 2

Vivek — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 10:28:49 +0000

In part one of this series, we discussed the tell-tale one must look for on the exterior of the car. Now we list some must-checks for the inside of a car. Interiors are highly indicative of a car’s wear and tear, and there are a few places to look for on the inside that people usually miss out, and end up making the wrong decision.. You should keep in mind that its not how old the car is, which … Read more

5 Bizarre Traffic Laws around the World

Sanchitta — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:45:19 +0000

Traffic laws go well beyond the regular violations like highspeed and signal jump.
We list down the 5 most bizarre traffic laws around the world :

1. Japan : Remember the last time you sped your car down a flooded road and watched the water works come through the tires?
Well, think again if you ever drive in Japan, it’s against the law to splash water on a pedestrian while driving, you might end up paying a hefty fine of … Read more

Women on Wheels : Moulika Arabhi

admin — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 09:32:04 +0000

Women on Wheels : Moulika Arabhi

In the journey to meet women petrolheads in the country Carkhana met Moulika Arabhi who is the Director of Environmental Law at WWF India.

Between the mix of life in a polluted Delhi and a pristine profession, lies her love for Motorcycles. We asked Moulika a few questions about her bikes and life on the road..

Carkhana) Tell us about yourself and where do motorcycles/cars stand in your daily life?
Moulika) An Environmental … Read more

Understanding Automobile Dealerships : Nikunj Sanghi

admin — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:14:26 +0000

As automobile enthusiasts, we are always excited by a new car, a new expo or even a new brand which plans on coming to India.
Rarely do we think of the systems in place which facilitate all the work involved in getting a car from a factory to your garage.

Automobile Dealers are a forgotten part and there is a body in place – FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Association) which acts as the umbrella body for all the dealers … Read more

What to keep in mind while buying a used car – Part 1

Vivek — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 06:08:38 +0000

With car prices shooting sky high everyday, it is usually a good idea to buy a good used car. However, most of the times, people are misled by used cars dealers and end up buying the wrong car. You need to know what are the possible faults in the car by inspecting it right, and we will give you some tips to buy a second hand car, so that your money gets invested in the right car.

1. Do some … Read more

How to take care of your car upholstery – Part 2

Vivek — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:28:36 +0000

As discussed in “Car Interiors Part 1“, leathers inside your car need genuine care and attention to retain a soft and supple feeling. However, most of us are let down by other parts of the interior of our cars, such as floor mats, dashboard and even seat belts! Well, a few tips will make you smile every time you enter your car, just the way it did when you bought her.

1. Since heat is the biggest enemy… Read more