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Loans, insurance, road tax, service costs and resale value.

Car Road Tax by State in India 2026: Rates, Slabs and How to Calculate It
IND₹Ownership & Money · 8 min

Car Road Tax by State in India 2026: Rates, Slabs and How to Calculate It

Why the same car costs lakhs more in some states, with the current slabs and a simple way to work out your road tax.

On-Road Price Explained: What Is in a Car's On-Road Price in India?
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

On-Road Price Explained: What Is in a Car's On-Road Price in India?

Every line on a dealer's quote, what is mandatory, what is negotiable, and how to avoid paying for things you do not need.

GST on Cars in India 2026: 18% vs 40% Rates, EV GST and What Changed
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

GST on Cars in India 2026: 18% vs 40% Rates, EV GST and What Changed

How the GST reform of September 2025 changed car prices, which cars pay 18% or 40%, and what it means for buyers.

Car Loan Interest Rates in India 2026: Bank Rates, EMI Maths and How to Get the Best Deal
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

Car Loan Interest Rates in India 2026: Bank Rates, EMI Maths and How to Get the Best Deal

What banks charge in 2026, how your credit score changes the rate, the fees to watch and how to cut your total interest.

Zero Depreciation Car Insurance in India: What It Covers, Cost and Is It Worth It?
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

Zero Depreciation Car Insurance in India: What It Covers, Cost and Is It Worth It?

Why zero-dep cover can save you thousands on a claim, when it is worth paying for, and the add-ons that matter.

BH Series Number Plate: Eligibility, Road Tax, Cost and How to Apply
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

BH Series Number Plate: Eligibility, Road Tax, Cost and How to Apply

The Bharat series registration lets people who move between states avoid re-registering their car. Here is who qualifies and whether it saves money.

FASTag Annual Pass 2026: ₹3,075 Price, 200 Trips, Rules and Is It Worth It?
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

FASTag Annual Pass 2026: ₹3,075 Price, 200 Trips, Rules and Is It Worth It?

The yearly toll pass for private cars: what it costs, where it works, how to activate it and a quick way to tell if it pays off for you.

Car Resale Value Tips: How to Get the Best Price for Your Car in India
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

Car Resale Value Tips: How to Get the Best Price for Your Car in India

Simple habits from day one and smart selling steps that can add ₹30,000–₹1 lakh when you sell your car.

New Car PDI Checklist India: What to Inspect Before Taking Delivery
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

New Car PDI Checklist India: What to Inspect Before Taking Delivery

A step-by-step pre-delivery inspection so you spot damage, old stock or missing items before you sign and drive away.

Car Service Cost in India 2026: Maintenance Costs by Brand and How to Save
IND₹Ownership & Money · 7 min

Car Service Cost in India 2026: Maintenance Costs by Brand and How to Save

What regular servicing really costs for popular brands, what is included, and how to keep maintenance bills low.