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Arfin Kazi

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SHIFT / Car modification 101: What to know before revamping your ride

The excitement of owning your first car often comes with an itch to personalise it. Whether your goal is to improve performance or simply to make a style statement, the world of car modifications offers endless possibilities. However, the sheer number of options available can be overwhelming for beginners. In this article, we outline some of the most effective and beginner-friendly modifications that enhance both aesthetics and drivability.
16 September 2023, 11:26 AM
16 September 2023, 11:26 AM
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Shift / The twin cam dreams

Toyota Corolla is a popular name known for guaranteed comfort, fuel economy and an overall hassle-free experience for years of ownership.
16 June 2023, 03:30 AM
16 June 2023, 03:30 AM
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Shift / Car fluids: What you should know

Here's a quick refresher on the essential car fluids and the basic information you should know about them.
26 May 2023, 03:50 AM
26 May 2023, 03:50 AM
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Shift / Toyota bZ4X - The new electric SUV on the block

With commuting in mind, one of the first completely electronic subcompact SUVs from Toyota - the brand new bZ4X - looks to shake up a few things in the world of EVs.
27 April 2023, 09:04 AM
27 April 2023, 09:04 AM
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Engine smoke colours - what do they indicate?

Depending on the circumstances, your car can give off different colours of smokes. Here is a quick guide to figuring out what colour of smoke could possibly mean what kind of problems.
7 April 2023, 04:00 AM
7 April 2023, 04:00 AM
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Dhaka Motor Show 2023: A glimpse into the future of local automobile scene

One of the most celebrated automotive shows of the country returned for its 16th instalment, where, like every year, local automotive manufacturers showcased the latest cars, bikes and other aftermarket supporting parts for vehicles. Besides the new releases, there have also been a few tuner cars to look for as well. 
18 March 2023, 14:15 PM
18 March 2023, 14:15 PM
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Shift / The Audi Activesphere concept: Unorthodox in automation

With the immense versatility of the body design and cutting-edge technology packed inside, Audi seems to spew new competition-bending traditional car designs.
24 February 2023, 04:05 AM
24 February 2023, 04:05 AM
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Shift / Inside Runner’s three-wheeler factory

Local manufacturing company Runner Automobiles PLC has recently announced a three-wheeler manufacturing plant in association with Bajaj - the first of its kind in Bangladesh.
15 February 2023, 09:17 AM
15 February 2023, 09:17 AM
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Guide to studying in the UK

When it comes to fresh high school graduates looking to pursue higher education abroad, the UK has always been a top choice. Recently in Bangladesh, studying in the UK has seen a surge in popularity for both undergraduate and postgraduate level education.
20 January 2022, 18:00 PM
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Designing the future Electric cars to car designers

Traditional vehicle design tends to have large front grilles which allow increased airflow and designers need to make sure that enough air is getting to the engine whilst keeping the front of the car presentable.
6 January 2022, 18:00 PM
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A handy guide to choosing the right tyres for your ride

Before attempting to change your tyre, you should confirm if your car needs a tyre replacement in the first place. Check for tread wear on the side of the tyre wall. Only consider replacing the tyres if the tread has reached the midpoint mark, which is usually below 2/32”.
2 December 2021, 18:00 PM
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Family cars: The other name of convenience

With time, the number of vehicles getting registered in Bangladesh is on the rise. According to 2019 statistics from BRTA, about 500,000 motor vehicles were registered in 2019 alone and among these, 150,000 were passenger cars, in addition to buses and motorbikes.
27 November 2021, 18:00 PM
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For the love of Vespas

Piaggio has been making motorcycles and small motor vehicles since the dawn of time where the Vespa, a motorbike, changed the course of the two-wheeler segment; promoting a thick culture of enthusiasts who swear upon the smiles per gallon talking about their ‘La dolce vita’ when they ride their bikes.
18 November 2021, 18:00 PM
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Caring for your car in winter Things to keep in mind

When it comes to CNG cars, the issue usually is starting up the car when it is completely cold. The car usually does not tend to start and stays stuck in the ignition. As CNG is a drier fuel compared to octane, although it’s cleaner, the engine lubrication is minimal; which ends up drying up engine peripherals.
11 November 2021, 18:00 PM
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Glow up season: 2022 Honda Civic review

The new Honda Civic for 2022 is out, welcoming the 11th generation on their lineup which could almost be taken for an Accord;
4 November 2021, 18:00 PM
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Caring for your car in rainy days: here’s what you need to know

It’s a cloudy morning, you decide to take your clean car out and run some errands. But just as you take it out and start driving,
21 October 2021, 18:00 PM
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Here are all the upcoming Microsoft surface products

Microsoft, this Wednesday, got done with their Fall Surface keynote event where they announced seven new products which ship with Windows 11 from the factory, including the Surface 8 Pro, Surface Go 3, the new, refreshed Surface Duo 2 and much more.
7 October 2021, 18:00 PM
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Here’s everything Microsoft announced at its 2021 surface event

Microsoft, this Wednesday, got done with their Fall Surface keynote event where they announced seven new products which ship with Windows 11 from the factory, including the Surface 8 Pro, Surface Go 3, the new, refreshed Surface Duo 2 and much more.
30 September 2021, 18:00 PM
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A closer look at KUET’s jute-fibre race car

Kilo Flight, a team of Mechanical Engineering students of Khulna University of Engineering and Technology (KUET), has built a formula racing car out of jute fibre and are looking forward to bringing the technology to regular road cars. The car illustrates not only the young aspirants’ potentials but also the diverse applicability of our golden fibre.
30 September 2021, 18:00 PM
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Apple WWDC 2021 roundup

The event started with the announcement of the new iPad 9th gen and the long-awaited iPad Mini 6 models, where the 9th gen iPad models feature a new A13 Bionic Chip and a new 12MP front-facing camera which also supports centre stage (a feature where the camera tracks and focuses on moving objects automatically).
23 September 2021, 18:00 PM
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Pushing traffic on a budget: Toyota Axio Hybrid

Toyota Corolla; a well-recognised name in many families through countless generations, is known as a nice, cheap, and well-rounded car that rarely breaks on you, giving countless reliable miles.
23 September 2021, 18:00 PM
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Here's everything Microsoft announced at its 2021 surface event

Microsoft, this Wednesday, got done with their Fall Surface keynote event where they announced seven new products which ship with Windows 11 from the factory, including the Surface 8 Pro, Surface Go 3, the new, refreshed Surface Duo 2 and much more.
22 September 2021, 17:40 PM
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Rounding up budget TKL mechanical keyboards

Mechanical keyboards are a hard hobby to comprehend, to say the least. People spend countless hours choosing not just only the right board, but it’s a rabbit hole that goes deeper than that; from the custom, keycaps to switch types (and of course,
9 September 2021, 18:00 PM
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5 easy ways to clean and maintain your car interior

As easy as it seems, removing unwanted things from your car renders your space clean and safe.
9 September 2021, 18:00 PM
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The new, updated PS5 is lighter; perhaps not in a good way

Usually, PlayStation game console systems do not receive a hardware update until the consoles reach the half-life in their life cycle when Sony usually releases a slimmer version of the existing console, which is also cheaper to buy.  This time around, however, Sony released a newly updated version of their existing PlayStation 5 model, not even after a full year. 
31 August 2021, 17:34 PM
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The best money can buy top SUVs under BDT 30 lacs

Bangladesh likes SUVs. It can be safely said that it is rather one of the most growing vehicle sectors in the country. This week, we bring you the top four SUVs under BDT 30 lacs that are currently available in the local market which can hopefully give you the most value for your money.
26 August 2021, 18:00 PM
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2022 Lamborghini Countach: the rebirth of a halo car

The Lamborghini Countach has been a legendary supercar since it came out in the 80s. The sharp, boxy design has been a poster car in many rooms; I have seen old photos of my father in his room with a Countach poster in the background.
19 August 2021, 18:00 PM
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado vs Haval H9: competing for the Bangladeshi icon

The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, as we all know, is one of the most popular, well established full-sized SUVs in Bangladesh. Competing against a car with this pedigree in Bangladesh is like comparing silver with platinum.
19 August 2021, 18:00 PM

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