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	<title><![CDATA[Delhi, Himachal, Mumbai floods: Steps to claim car insurance after water damage]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[In case of your car is damaged or lost due to torrential rains and flash floods, you can claim insurance coverage for that.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[Alloy wheels: Are they a boon or a bane? Here is what you should know]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Here are some key advantages of choosing alloy wheels over steel wheels for your car.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[Should you get anti-rust coating done on your vehicle? Why or why not]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Key things to know about anti-rust coating and whether you should get it done for your vehicle.]]></description>
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	<title><![CDATA[Key tips before buying the right tyre for your scooter]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Here is a comprehensive list of tips to help choose the right tyres for your scooter.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:04:57 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Summer is here. How to ensure your car beats the heat]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[The hot weather during the summer months can put additional stress on various car parts, such as the tyres, fluids, and air conditioning system. Hence, it is imperative to make sure the car is ready to take on the summer challenge.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 21 Mar 2024 13:19:53 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[How to get most range out of your EV during winter: Key tips]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Following some useful and easy tips can ensure optimum range from your electric vehicle.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 21 Jan 2024 12:58:15 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Not sure if you have completed your FASTag KYC? Here's how to check and update]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[NHAI will deactivate or blacklist the FASTag accounts that have no updated KYC details.]]></description>
	<link><![CDATA[https://auto.hindustantimes.com/how-to/not-sure-if-you-have-completed-your-fastag-kyc-heres-how-to-check-and-update-41705398943314.html]]></link>	
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:42:53 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[How to know when your car alternator needs repair]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Some signs can tell you that your car's alternator needs a repair.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 04 Jan 2024 13:03:30 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Think you're being conned at petrol pumps? Here are some tips to prevent that]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Following some key tips can ensure you are not being cheated at a petrol pump.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 02 Jan 2024 15:11:31 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Dying battery left you stranded on roadside? Here's how to jump-start a car battery]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Jump-starting is considered one of the quickest solutions to start a car when the battery is dead and the vehicle is required to be able to move.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 31 Dec 2023 14:15:11 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Driving in hills can be a lifetime experience but requires sharp attention to detail. Key tips here]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Driving on the hills is exciting and challenging at the same time. Here are some essential tips to drive in hills.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:58:44 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Winter is here. How to make your car ready for chilly spell. Key tips]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Cold weather conditions demand special attention to car maintenance. Here are a few key tips to follow to make the car winter-ready.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:06:37 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[How to file vehicle insurance claim for cars, two-wheelers damaged by floods: A step by step guide]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Several carmakers, including the likes of Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor and Tata Motors, are offering assistance to customers whose vehicles have been damaged in the floods caused by Cyclone Michaung in Tamil Nadu recently.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 11 Dec 2023 16:10:33 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[How to keep your scooter in best condition: Key tips]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Here are the key maintenance tips to ensure your scooter remains in top shape.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 10 Dec 2023 15:56:07 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Cleaning and lubricating motorcycle chain is a major maintenance that can be done at home. Here's how to do]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Motorcycle chain cleaning and lubricating ensures the reduction of wear and tears.]]></description>
	<link><![CDATA[https://auto.hindustantimes.com/how-to/cleaning-and-lubricating-motorcycle-chain-is-a-major-maintenance-that-can-be-done-at-home-heres-how-to-do-41701582315002.html]]></link>	
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 03 Dec 2023 12:56:00 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Own a luxury car? Here's how to maintain it]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[A luxury car commands special attention and maintenance compared to a regular mass market car.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:36:52 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Bought your first car? Here are some most useful car maintenance tips for you]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[If you have purchased a new car and looking for tips to follow to make sure that your vehicle remains in good condition for a long time, here are some key tips that are easy and useful at the same time.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:41:09 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Flushing car's radiator ensures a healthy engine cooling system. Here's how to do it]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[If your car has been running for a long time, it may require a radiator flush, which will ensure a healthy engine cooling system.]]></description>
	<link><![CDATA[https://auto.hindustantimes.com/how-to/flushing-cars-radiator-ensures-a-healthy-engine-cooling-system-heres-how-to-do-it-41700452281214.html]]></link>	
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:40:41 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[How to know your car's radiator is dirty and needs a flush. Key tips]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[A radiator flush is essentially a coolant flush, which results in purging the contaminated coolant from the system and replacing it with fresh coolant.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:11:27 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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	<title><![CDATA[Driving your car on highway? Five key rules and tips to follow]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Driving on highways is challenging and relaxing at the same time. Here are a few key tips to make things simpler and safer.]]></description>
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	<pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 14 Nov 2023 10:13:23 +0530 ]]></pubDate>
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