Fuel efficiency or mileage is one of the critical factors that affect the car ownership experience. The fuel mileage impacts the running cost of a vehicle. The more fuel consumption, the more the running cost. As a car owner, one common question you might be thinking about is, how can I extract the maximum fuel efficiency from my car? Read on to know the answer. Fire up the engine, and let’s glance through some of the driving techniques and tips to save fuel.

Now you do not need to carry physical copies of vehicle-related documents, as their digital copies have been validated by the Indian Government. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a notification informing the state authorities to legally recognize the electronic versions of vehicle-related documents (driving license, registration certificate, etc.) stored in DigiLocker or mParivahan app.

In the era of digitization, standing in a queue to pay traffic fines is becoming a thing of the past. Sometimes we even forget to pay the fines blaming it on the cumbersome process of paying through the traditional method. To ease the process to pay traffic fines, the government of India, through its e-governance initiative, has made it possible to pay fines related to traffic offences through the help of internet.

Digital India Initiative is a program started by the government of India to introduce enhanced accessibility and transparency in the government processes. Services like paying traffic fines online, checking the status of a driving license, paying tax, applying for a passport, etc. can be availed online.

Understanding road traffic signs is a crucial aspect of driving a car or riding a bike. These signs act as guides for drivers as well as the pedestrians. Coordination is a necessary skill when it comes to following traffic rules in India and road traffic signs help you and other drivers coordinate with respect to speed and direction. These signs prompt drivers to take a particular action which is expected to be followed by every driver for a smooth ride. Just as the meaning of three lights on a traffic signal is understood by everyone, it is expected of the drivers to understand the meaning of road signs as well.

People often visit other countries for work, vacation or to visit their loved ones. This could require them to take a road trip. If public transport is not an option, renting a car could be a good idea. But to do so, one requires a document which authorizes them to drive a vehicle on foreign soil.

We are in the age of speed. We desire high-speed Internet, quick services, and the most important – faster commuting options. The first two things on the list are not life-threatening, but the same cannot be said for the last one. Here speed is not a luxury but a fatal alternative as compared to safe commute.

Electric vehicles (EVs) will revolutionise the automotive industry with their unique and innovative technology. But that revolution is at least a few years away from now. Although electric cars are gaining popularity, it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, especially in India. One of the closest alternatives to EVs is the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV). They provide the flexibility of switching between electric mode and conventional engine mode. Read on as we provide you with a complete guide on PHEVs.

An International Driving License or an International Driving Permit (IDP) is a document (card) that gives you the license to drive a vehicle in a foreign country. Just as a driving license is essential to drive on Indian roads, an IDP is required to drive in certain countries. It is an international driver’s license and the process to apply for an international license is similar to that of applying for a national license.