Vehicle Laws – News Analysis India https://newsanalysisindia.com The news you need to know, explained Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Abhishek Sharma’s SUV Prize Faces Roadblock Due to Indian Law https://newsanalysisindia.com/auto/abhishek-sharmas-suv-prize-faces-roadblock-due-to-indian-law/ Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/abhishek-sharmas-suv-prize-faces-roadblock-due-to-indian-law/ Following India’s impressive performance in the 2025 Asia Cup, where many players shone, opener Abhishek Sharma garnered significant attention. His outstanding performance throughout the tournament earned him the Player of the Tournament title. However, an unexpected issue has arisen: Sharma cannot bring his prize HAVAL H9 SUV back to India because of legal restrictions.

Sharma’s performance in the Asia Cup was remarkable. He scored 314 runs across seven innings, maintaining an average of 44.86 and a strike rate of 200. His innings included three half-centuries, 32 fours, and 19 sixes. His aggressive starts often gave India an advantage, helping the team secure the title. Although he didn’t score big in the final, his overall tournament performance was exceptional, earning him the luxury HAVAL H9 SUV. This off-road vehicle is known for its robust design and features, but it has now created a problem.

The HAVAL H9, though stylish, is non-compliant with Indian laws. The vehicle is a left-hand drive (LHD) model, while India only permits right-hand drive (RHD) vehicles. Under India’s road safety and vehicle registration act, LHD cars cannot be registered or driven in the country. This is why Sharma cannot bring the SUV to India or use it. Fans were initially puzzled why he left the car behind, but the reason is now clear: the car is not legal according to Indian regulations.

Reports suggest HAVAL might launch an RHD version of this SUV in India by November 2025. If this happens, Sharma may receive a new, road-legal model. However, neither the company nor the organizers have released any official statement yet.

]]> What Authority Does Traffic Police Have Over Your Vehicle? Can They Deflate Tires? https://newsanalysisindia.com/auto/what-authority-does-traffic-police-have-over-your-vehicle-can-they-deflate-tires/ Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/what-authority-does-traffic-police-have-over-your-vehicle-can-they-deflate-tires/ Traffic police often stop drivers on the road for not following traffic rules and issue challans. This is part of their responsibility to maintain discipline and safety on the road. However, people often ask whether traffic police can remove your car keys or deflate your tires. Here’s what you need to know.

**Rules Regarding Keys and Tire Deflation**

Under the Motor Vehicles Act, no traffic police officer has the authority to remove your car keys or deflate your tires. This action is considered entirely incorrect. If this happens to you, you should make a video of the incident and file a complaint with higher authorities.

**Who Can Issue Challans?**

According to the Indian Motor Vehicles Act, 1932, only officers of the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) or above can issue challans. While driving, be sure to keep documents like your driving license, vehicle registration certificate (RC), insurance, and pollution control certificate (PUC) with you.

**Points to Remember When a Challan is Issued**

If you violate a rule, ensure that the police officer has a challan book or an e-challan machine. Issuing a challan without these is illegal. Always take a receipt when your challan is issued. If you do not have the amount for the fine on the spot, you can pay it later. In this situation, the court can issue a challan, and the officer can also keep your driving license.

**Rules Related to Vehicle Towing**

If your vehicle is parked in the wrong place but you are present in it, the traffic police cannot tow your car. Towing can only occur when the vehicle is parked empty.

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