Rahbar Al Haq

Steel bumpers and hybrid headaches: Current automobile trends in Bangladesh

In the fast-paced realm of global car culture, even the modest Bangladeshi market has witnessed some serious gear shifts over the past ten years.

9m ago

Roadblocks ahead for commercial vehicles: surging demand vs challenges

The commercial vehicle market in Bangladesh has witnessed significant growth over the past decade, driven by improved road infrastructure and a thriving industry. However, the industry is currently facing challenges due to rising prices, reduced sales, and the need for regulatory reforms.

1y ago

World Motorcycle Day 2023: Embrace the spirit of adventure

Celebrated on June 21, the longest day of the year, this global event is a celebration of the joy and freedom that motorcycles bring to our lives. Whether you're a die-hard biker or a part of the industry, this day is for you.

1y ago

The unparalleled world of flagship vehicles

Flagship vehicles are the epitome of automotive excellence - offering a combination of speed, luxury, and striking aesthetics. These extraordinary cars represent the pinnacle of an automaker's capabilities, showcasing their expertise, craftsmanship, and unwavering commitment to delivering an unforgettable driving experience. Here are some key things to keep in mind when considering a flagship vehicle for your next purchase.

1y ago

Kia Carens: The Captain's Chairs are the new first class

The Carens offers a lot for its price, defying expectations for a budget option.

1y ago

Reviewing the Hero Thriller 160R DD

Technically, it’s the new Hero Xtreme. But according to the Hero staff, since the old Xtreme is still quite fresh in our memories, they decided to change the nameplate to avoid confusion.

3y ago

2021 Mahindra XUV 300 W8: All options included

When we reviewed the XUV 300 W6 a few months back, our overall conclusion was that it was a great bang for the buck with a few concessions. Well, the folks at Rancon Autos took notes and brought in the top of the line W8, which addressed all of our criticism and then some.

3y ago

Eid Mubarak, and stuff

To all the readers who celebrated Eid — and the ones who slept through it— please accept our belated wishes. The holiday cooldown is over, so it’s

3y ago
April 17, 2020
April 17, 2020

What the auto industry is doing to help during the COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 has successfully caused the global economy to come to a standstill. The global car market has taken a nosedive with light vehicle sales in the US alone being dropped by 39%. Car production around the world has been shut down to prevent the spread of the virus,

April 11, 2020
April 11, 2020

Apple partners up with Google to work on tools to trace coronavirus

Apple and Google announced they are working on a Bluetooth-based contact tracing system for COVID 19, which will allow users to share data through approved apps from health organisations.

March 13, 2020
March 13, 2020

Monitors that are easy on the eyes

When we were young, almost all of us had a limit to how much TV we were allowed to watch in a single day. For many the cautionary

March 13, 2020
March 13, 2020

Podcasts to help you survive Dhaka traffic

Despite what the name suggests, this weekly podcast has nothing to do with your gastrointestinal tract. What it is, however, is an automotive history podcast hosted by Donut Media host James Pumphrey and Nolan J. Sykes.

February 21, 2020
February 21, 2020

Language should not be a barrier to travelling

Although English is spoken worldwide, it is not the definitive language everywhere. And while language barrier can be a problem, it should not stop you from experiencing different cultures. Here’s a roundup of the best apps that will help you communicate across language barriers even if you don’t know the native language.

February 7, 2020
February 7, 2020

Best of the best: luxury cars for Bangladesh

The facelift of this German luxury barge came with a giant kidney grill, Napa leather seats and a Samsung tablet with which you can control a bunch of options at the back. For power, it uses the same 3.0 litre straight-six powerplant found in the new Z4 and MkV Toyota Supra,

January 31, 2020
January 31, 2020

Air Fryer/what, how and why

We all love eating fried food at the expense of indigestion, high blood pressure and a fatty liver. But what if you could eat all the sinful stuff without the sin? Like the title has already clued you in, an Air Fryer is the magical device.

January 31, 2020
January 31, 2020

Motorcycle crash aftermath, a survivor’s perspective

It is said the best accidents are the ones that you can walk away from. Although any injury is arguably better than ending up in a grave, not being able to use your right arm because of a crushed wrist is also miserable, speaking from personal experience. Here are the few steps I took that saved my life and few I ignored that came to haunt me.

January 17, 2020
January 17, 2020

Upstarts in the EV race

Ever wanted a mobile living room equipped only with Sony products? Well, they just made one.

January 10, 2020
January 10, 2020

Three fun online-shooter alternatives to share with your friends

As fun as it is to blow people up with you friends in one of the many available Arena or Hero shooters, it is a repetitive process and over time, gets a little bit boring. Fortunately for Steam users, there are a number of multiplayer games where the primary goal is not to kill everything violently.