Get the lights focussed, and that should improve things. As for the low-beam let it be as I think it is a HID (not sure), but you can upgrade the high-beam halogen bulb to a 100 watt one. If you want additional fog lamps, get a pair of Hella Rallye 4000 (Rs. 10,000 a pair I think) or LightForce lamps (Rs. 14,000) and mount them on the bumper or…[Read more]

I don’t think this is possible in the Nissan Sunny, because if I remember right, there is a cross-bar support behind the seat in the boot area. @anupam bhatnagar has a Sunny – he may be able to verify this.

You can upgrade your alternator – you just have to buy a new one from Lucas with the correct rating – you mean 90 AH right, not Watts. It can be done – but why do you want it? Are you putting in a bigger battery as well?

No, Mahindra may not launch diff locks in the Thar, but these are available in most 4×4 accessory shops, especially abroad – you can check for models from ARB, Locrite etc,. In India, you can get a mechanically locking differential from Eaton that will directly fit the rear diff of the Thar.

The Mahindra Quanto would be a bit rough if you’re used to a Wagon-R. I20 would be a logical upgrade, but the basic era variant does not have any equipment in it. There’s no lack of power as such in the Quanto’s engine – but the engine is not that refined. See our road test: http://www.cartoq.com/expertvoice/mahindra-quanto-video-review/

If you want a mid-size sedan with the best automatic transmission – it is the Ford Fiesta AT. It has a good six-speed dual clutch transmission, with hardly any maintenance needed on it. Second choice – Honda City automatic. And if you want to look a segment lower – look at the Honda Amaze automatic.

Well, these are more of convenience features and not every buyer wants them. Adding them in cars adds significantly to the cost. I would rather see carmakers offering ABS, airbags, ESP and fog lamps as standard safety equipment in cars rather than adding to the gizmo list.

Mr.Gagan, Tata Safari Storme is a good buy… It is much improved when comparing with its predecessors in terms of drivability n handling, ride quality & has smoother gearshifts too… Also, safari is known for its commanding seating position, space & comforts it offers…doesn’t mind what people says, some are not satisfied with its design &…[Read more]

There’s nothing really bad with the Storme as a product – it is a huge improvement over the earlier Safari for sure. But, at that price point, it doesn’t come across as value for money. Sure you get a lot of space, it has good ride quality and comfort, but somehow one feels you are paying too much. And then there’s the issue of service – Tata…[Read more]

Mahindra ruled out launching the Korando this year. I think they have their hands full at the moment. The Korando may appear in early 2014.