Tauseef Zia - SlashGear

Location

New Delhi, India

School

Manipal University Jaipur

Expertise

Cars, Motorcycles, Motorsports

Tauseef used to tune cars for a living before indulging in journalism.
When he is not talking about cars, he is working on them.
His daily driver is a Hyundai i10, but sometimes he likes to take his Mahindra Scorpio out for a roll.

Experience

Tauseef started talking about cars from the moment he got his senses. He comes from the realms of performance tuning and used to modify cars for a living, and later switched to automotive journalism. He can be found working on cars, washing them, or just taking photos of them when he is not writing about cars.

Education

Tauseef has a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Manipal University, Jaipur.

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Stories By Tauseef Zia

Cars By Tauseef Zia

Manual Vs. Automatic Transmission Fluid: What's The Difference?

Both manual and automatic transmission require fluid, to quite literally keep the gears turning. What's the difference between the two fluid types?
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Why Do Car Wheels Look Like They're Spinning Backwards At Higher Speeds?

Have you ever watched a movie or a video and noticed that a car's wheels appear to be spinning backwards at speed? Why does that actually happen?
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Here's How To Properly Measure A Wheel Bolt Pattern (And Why It's Important)

There are many different important parameters when it comes to car wheels, one of those being the bolt pattern. How do you actually measure it?
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Car Accessories By Tauseef Zia

5 Things To Know Before Installing A Flyin' Miata Turbo Kit

Have you been considering a Flyin' Miata turbo kit? Better yet, are you wanting to install it yourself? Here are five things you need to know first.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Why Did Ford Sell Volvo? (And Who Else Has Owned The Company?)

The Ford Motor Company owned the Swedish Volvo Cars automaker for a decade before selling it off to another company. Why did Ford sell Volvo?
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

How To Tell If Your Lexus Is An F Sport Model

Lexus is a well-known and reliable brand that offers an F Sport trim. If you aren't sure if yours is, here's how you can check, just to be sure.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Can You Top Up Engine Oil Instead Of Changing It?

Engine oil is the lifeblood of your vehicle, and it's important to change it on schedule. However, can you just top it off? Here's what you need to know.
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Trucks By Tauseef Zia

When Did Cummins Start Using EGR?

The Cummins engine is well-known due to its power and reliability, but when did it start using an EGR? Here's what it is and what exactly it does.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Do You Need Stainless Steel Brake Lines If You Take Your Car Racing?

If you are a person who has a car to race, should you consider getting stainless steel brakes? Here's everything you need to know about making this modification.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

What Was The First Car With A Diesel Engine & Which Manufacturer Made It?

Diesel engines have been around for a long time, but what was the first car with one, and which manufacturer made it? Here's everything you need to know.
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Electric Vehicles By Tauseef Zia

Why Do EVs Still Need A Regular 12V Car Battery?

Electric vehicles continue to become more common in the auto industry. However, do they still need a regular 12V car battery? Here's what you need to know.
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Car Accessories By Tauseef Zia

Why Do People Put Raptor Lights On Pickup Truck Grilles?

One great thing about owning a pickup truck, is being able to customizing it how you want. Here's why owners are putting Raptor lights on their rigs.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Why Rear-Facing Car Seats Are Safer For Children, Explained

There's nothing more important for a parent than ensuring their baby is safe while driving. Here's why rear-facing car seats are better when traveling.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

What Is The Most Powerful Ford EcoBoost Engine Available In 2025?

Maybe some die-hard fans were disappointed when Ford went away from the V8 engine to the EcoBoost, but there were some that pack a lot of power.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

What Are The Other Ways Of Measuring Engine Output Aside From Horsepower?

When it comes to vehicle specs, many only look at the horsepower, but there are other ways to measure engine output. Here's what you need to know.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Have A Noisy Car? Here's How Tread Patterns Affect The Sound Your Tires Make

If your car is noisy, it could be due to your tires, because of the tread. Here's everything you need to know and how each one affects your road noise.
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Cars By Tauseef Zia

Can You Drive Without A Catalytic Converter And What Happens If You Do?

A catalytic converter plays a pivotal role in ensuring your vehicle isn't exerting harmful emission. Here's what you need to know about driving without one.
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