Automobiles

Automobiles

Skoot and Walton to jointly produce Made-in Bangladesh e-bikes

As per the MoU, the two companies will jointly manufacture environment-friendly electric bikes in the country to improve the riding experience for local customers. The partnership also plans to improve the e-bike industry in Bangladesh through the introduction of technologically advanced products. 

1y ago

Executive Motors brings BMW X1 to Bangladesh

The BMW X1 is now available for viewing and test drives at Executive Motors Limited

1y ago

Carbon tax on vehicles and the possible aftermath

While local car owners are already paying high taxes for vehicle ownership, this new carbon tax will exert a heavier toll on taxpayers who own more than one car.

1y ago

Runner Automobiles to raise Tk 267.5 crore

The coupon rate will be 8.5-9%

1y ago

Rangs brings Mitsubishi’s Xpander 2023

The 7-seater will have a price tag of Tk 44.5 lakh

1y ago

Hyundai buyers to get auto loans in three days: Fair Group

Six financial institutions will give the loans

1y ago

Shift / The all-new and improved Porsche: 718 Spyder RS

The latest addition to Porsche's 718 lineup promises to deliver an exhilarating driving experience like no other, equivalent to the 718 Cayman GT4 RS.

1y ago

General Motors to recall 1 mln vehicles due to faulty airbags

General Motors has recently stated that it will recall nearly 1 million sports vehicles in the United States due to faulty airbags.

1y ago

Going on your Eid vacation? Check if your car can go on a long drive

Check if your car can make a long drive before going out on your Eid vacation trip.

2y ago

Honda to invest US$40 billion in EV technology

Japanese automaker Honda recently revealed that it will invest nearly US$40 billion into electric vehicle technology over the next decade.

2y ago

Like they do it undergrounds

They were inspired to create a safe space for the enthusiasts at the Mirpur DOHS Shopping Complex basement parking lot since, for auto festivals, underground parking lots are always preferred. T

2y ago

The classics’ day out

Last Friday saw Dhaka’s classic cars and vintage bikes meet at the Italian embassy in Dhaka, organised by Durjoy Bangladesh Foundation, in collaboration with penthouse livings, to celebrate the occasion of 50 years of friendship between Italy and Bangladesh.

2y ago

5 things to keep in mind when considering protective gears

What are these protective gears you ask? Well, wearing a helmet is mandatory, but there are other crucial ones: protective goggles, ear guards, hand gloves, knee-shinbone-elbow caps, arm guards, jagged boots and protective jackets or bodysuits.

2y ago

Here's a how to check if your car can go on a long drive

Being stuck in the same dull place for a long time can be mentally or physically draining, thus we often think about getting out of the urban landscape to somewhere refreshing.

2y ago

Ferrari are back at the top of F1

Ferrari ended a 45-race winless streak on Sunday to start Formula One's new era with a flourish and a one-two finish in Bahrain that sent the sport's oldest and most glamorous team back to the top.

2y ago

Bangladeshi automobile startup Zantrik raises $1 mn in seed funding

Zantrik, a Bangladeshi automobile maintenance startup, has raised $1 million in seed funding led by Bangladesh Angels and Startup Bangladesh Limited. The automotive industry of Bangladesh runs in an age-old process. From vehicle purchase to sale, everything is unstructured, disorganised and inefficient. Our vision is to change the experience of vehicle maintenance lifecycle through digitisation, process innovation and connectivity," said Shubho Al-Farooque, Founder and CEO of Zantrik. With the funds raised, Zantrik plans to digitise 100 garages, to ensure better customer experience, transparency and value for money for vehicle owners, said a press release.

2y ago

Avik Anwar becomes 1st international motorsport champion from Bangladesh

Avik Anwar registered his name in the record books as he triumphed in the NGK Pro Car Championship in Dubai, UAE and became the first international motorsport champion from Bangladesh.

2y ago

Heat of war: Automakers idle production following Russian invasion

Several companies, including automakers Volkswagen and Renault and tire maker Nokian Tyres, on Friday, outlined plans to shut or shift manufacturing operations following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

2y ago