Latest Updates on Bhutan Vehicle Smuggling Investigation

Date:September 25, 2025 | Location:Kochi, Kerala

In a dramatic escalation of India's luxury vehicle import crackdown, the Customs Preventive Wing has intensified Operation Numkhor—a comprehensive investigation into illegally imported vehicles from Bhutan. The probe has now expanded to involve multiple central agencies and has reached the homes of Malayalam cinema icons Dulquer Salmaanand Prithviraj Sukumaran[1][2].

Malayalam Movie Stars and Their Car Collections – 2025 Edition

Date: September 23, 2025 | Location: Kerala, India

Malayalam cinema’s leading stars aren’t just known for their acting—they’re also passionate car collectors. From supercars to luxury SUVs, here’s a look at the most talked-about garages in Mollywood.

🔥 Mammootty – The 369 Garage

The megastar’s garage is legendary. Every vehicle bears the number 369, and his collection includes:

Turbo Lag – What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Beat It

Turbochargers have become standard in everything from diesel SUVs to performance hatchbacks. But with boost comes a common frustration—turbo lag. Whether you're overtaking on NH66 or climbing Wayanad’s hairpins, lag can make your throttle feel sluggish. Let’s break down what turbo lag is, why it happens, and how modern tech is fighting back.

⚙️ What Is Turbo Lag?

Turbo lag is the delay between pressing the accelerator and feeling the turbocharger deliver boost. It occurs because the turbo relies on exhaust gases to spool up—and at low RPMs, there’s not enough exhaust pressure to spin the turbine quickly.

Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT) – How It Works, Why It Matters

Turbochargers have transformed engine performance, but Variable Geometry Turbochargers (VGTs) take it further by adapting to engine speed and load. Common in diesel SUVs and high-performance cars, VGTs reduce turbo lag and improve low-end torque—making them ideal for Indian driving conditions.

🔍 What Is a VGT?

A VGT uses adjustable vanes inside the turbine housing to control exhaust flow. These vanes change their angle based on engine RPM, optimizing boost pressure across the rev range.