Watch 2023 in a driver’s rearview mirror—from Coimbatore to Nathu la and UNESCO site
Our recent trip to Chakrata revealed a new part of the northern hills. It is reassuring that there are still some places in the hills left devoid of the maddening crowd. Key Points
ThePrintGoogle Maps to get rid of feature that stops drivers from getting distracted, AI to play bigger role
Google Maps is reportedly phasing out its driving mode feature in favour of promoting the use of Google Assistant for navigational tasks. The change, expected to take place by February 2024, may not be well-received by all users. Key Points
India TodaySave up to 25% on this car insurance premium if you are a good driver; here's how to get it
Do you think you are a good driver? Zuno General Insurance has introduced Zuno driving Quotient, a unique way to score how you drive. The better you drive, the better your score will be, and the lower you will have to pay for your car insurance. Know how Zuno driving Quotient will work and how you can get it and lower your next motor insurance premium. Key Points
Economic TimesDon't Count on Tesla's Dojo Supercomputer to Jump-Start an AI Revolution
Wall Street analysts predicted Tesla’s Dojo supercomputer could unlock a $500 billion ChatGPT-style breakthrough. Don't take it to the bank. Key Points
WIREDNearly 20K applicants from Mumbai and MMR failed driving licence test in 2022
Over 76,000 applicants failed their driving licence test in Maharashtra last year, with more than 25% from Mumbai and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The failure rate is the highest in six years, prompting officials to make the tests tougher, while road safety experts have called for the process to be even more stringent. More than 1.20 crore people took driving licence tests in the state from 2017 to 2022, with 2.89 lakh failing, according to data from the transport department. | Mumbai news Key Points
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Manual on hills—driving through Sikkim is not for the faint-hearted, if not for Honda cars
The Honda Car India’s ‘Drive to Discover’ event in Sikkim that also covered Darjeeling became a ‘drive to remember’. Here’s how. Key Points
ThePrintIndian startups compete in race for affordable autonomous driving
FlowPilot is an autonomous driving assistance system that can be operated with a laptop or a mobile phone. About 2,000 volunteers are testing it across the world, according to Singh. Key Points
Economic TimesZoox headcount grows as Amazon's self-driving unit expands testing in Vegas
Amazon.com Inc's self-driving vehicle unit Zoox has grown its headcount by about 16% at a time when access to capital is tight and other large companies have exited the autonomous driving sector. Key Points
ReutersWild video captures flying car after its driven up a tow truck in Georgia
A 21-year-old woman from Florida was driving the sedan. She suffered serious injuries in the shocking incident and was taken to South Georgia Medical Center. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesGovernance lapses, irregularities prompt LPs to drive changes in startup investments
An LP (an individual or an entity) is the money behind a VC or private equity fund. In the past 12-18 months, allegations of governance lapses or financial irregularities have surfaced at startups such as BharatPe, Trell, Zilingo, Mojocare, Phablecare and 4B Networks. Prompted by these reported instances of mismanagement and lack of oversight, LPs are driving changes in their relationships with VCs who recommend and manage their investment funds. Key Points
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Man falls prey to carjacker after he stops for nap near Samrala Chowk
The victim, Mandeep Singh, 29, of Patran of Patiala, said that while driving back, he started feeling sleepy and so he decided to take a halt. He said he stopped his car on the roadside near Nanaksar Sahib gurdwara, Samrala Chowk, and dozed off. Key Points
Hindustan TimesPassenger exposes cab driver's concerning behaviour; Uber & Mumbai Police investigate
As the incident gains attention, it raises questions about the safety measures in place for passengers and the responsibility of ride-sharing platforms to ensure the well-being of both drivers and users. Authorities and concerned citizens are calling for a thorough investigation and necessary actions to prevent such incidents in the future. Key Points
Economic TimesUK planning to ban drivers under age 25 from giving their friends a lift
Drivers under the age of 25 could be banned from giving their friends a lift under new plans being considered by the UK government. The proposal came following a campaign by a woman whose 18-year-old daughter was killed in a car crash after taking a lift with a friend. Key Points
India TodayAlaya schools people causing road accidents, internet reminds her about seatbelt
Alaya F's recent video about illegal U-turns has left many criticising her. She will be seen next in the film U-Turn. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesA blood test to detect drowsy drivers on the anvil
Sleeping behind the wheel could land you in legal trouble. A blood test to detect sleep-deprived drivers may soon become a reality in two years' time. | Health Key Points
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R Madhavan's son Vedaant learns how to drive in a Porsche, internet reacts
R Madhavan's son Vedaant Madhavan was seen in a new video as he learnt driving. People shared funny reactions to him learning how to drive in a Porsche. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS Regulators Want Cars to Include Drunk-Driver Detection Technology
In 2021, more than 13,000 people died in US alcohol-related crashes. The top US road safety regulator is exploring tech in vehicles that could check whether a driver is drunk. Key Points
WIREDUS Regulators Want Cars to Include Drunk-Driver Detection Technology
In 2021, more than 13,000 people died in US alcohol-related crashes. The top US road safety regulator is exploring tech in vehicles that could check whether a driver is drunk. Key Points
WIREDTravelling abroad? This document will let you drive in 150 countries
Acting as an official translation of your home country's driver's license, the IDP verifies the possession of a valid license and translates its particulars into multiple languages. This multilingual feature facilitates verification of one's driving credentials by foreign authorities, a crucial element in case of emergencies or mishaps. Key Points
Economic TimesReasons people fall asleep while driving; how to prevent it
Drowsy driving can lead to dangerous accidents or road crashes. Expert discusses reasons why people fall asleep behind the wheels and how to prevent it. | Health Key Points
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How Greaves aims to capture a bigger share of the electric two-wheeler market
Greaves plans to launch affordable two-wheelers with advanced features and connected technology to address range anxiety. Predictive maintenance and alerts for aggressive driving patterns ensure reliability and inform user decisions. Key Points
Economic TimesAhead of India-Bangladesh match, Rohit Sharma fined, issued 3 challans for speeding on Mumbai-Pune express
The Team India cricketer was on his way to join the Indian team in Pune. India play Bangladesh in the World Cup today. Key Points
Economic TimesHit by SUV, Delhi man lands on car’s roof, driven around for half a kilometre, dies
The man was riding pillion on a two-wheeler when the accident took place at Delhi's Kasturba Gandhi Marg. The driver of the car has been arrested. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWoman posts funny video on how it is like to drive with dad
A video of a woman driving with her dad has left people in splits. The video will make you laugh out loud too. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesArunachal Pradesh is the Davos of vroom vroom vroom. It's the motorsport hub of the rich
The once-sleepy streets of Dambuk are now lined with McLaren, Audi R8, Ferrari, Ashton Martin, Porsche, Nissan GTR, and Lamborghini. The exotic wheels have put state tourism in the fast lane. Key Points
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Growth comes when government is first buyer, says G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant
Amitabh Kant underscores learning from Israel's procurement model, advocates for government as first buyer, and promotes women-led development in startups. He emphasizes women's pivotal role in driving India's entrepreneurial landscape and fostering innovation. Key Points
Economic TimesFortuner fiasco shows navigation apps can go rogue. Keep your wits about you
Navigation software can open up whole new scenic routes. But sometimes they can guide you into wild goose chases—or a set of stairs. Key Points
ThePrintTadoba village women want to drive tourists on tiger safaris. Men, money are the barriers
Seventy women have been trained as safari drivers at Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger reserve. But they have no spots at gates, and no tourists to drive. Key Points
ThePrintMan who ‘accidentally’ plowed into President Biden's convoy charged with DUI
Wilmington man who plowed into President Biden's convoy has been charged with DUI. Cops say he did it ‘accidentally.’ Read more below Key Points
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