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Tricity drives, Himachal trips & honest car talk

Real road-trip guides and comparisons written by the team that hands you the keys.

Road Trips

Chandigarh to Manali by Self-Drive: Route, Time, Fuel & Best Cars (2026)

310 km, two coffee stops and one mountain pass — here's exactly how to drive Chandigarh to Manali on your own terms.

2 Apr 20269 min read
Comparisons

Self Drive vs Taxi in Chandigarh — Which Is Actually Cheaper in 2026?

A weekend Chandigarh–Shimla trip by taxi can cost 3× more than self-drive. Here's the actual math.

22 Mar 20267 min read
Comparisons

Best Cars to Rent for a Himachal Trip from Tricity (Ranked by Use Case)

Not every Himachal road wants the same car. Here's our honest ranking — by terrain and by group size.

12 Mar 20268 min read
Road Trips

Chandigarh to Shimla Self-Drive: Itinerary, Stops & Best SUVs

The Tricity's easiest hill escape. Leave after breakfast, lunch in Solan, sunset on the Mall.

4 Mar 20267 min read
Road Trips

7 Best Weekend Getaways From Chandigarh (All Under 6 Hours)

Seven places you can leave for after Friday work and be back in time for Monday's standup.

22 Feb 20268 min read
How-To

Documents Required for Self-Drive Car Rental in Chandigarh (2026)

Three documents, five minutes, and you're driving. Here's the exact checklist.

14 Feb 20265 min read
Comparisons

Monthly Car Rental in Mohali: When It Actually Beats Buying

If you're posted in Mohali IT City for 8 months, monthly self-drive can cost half of a new car EMI.

6 Feb 20266 min read
Comparisons

Mahindra Thar vs Scorpio-N: Which Self-Drive SUV Wins for Himachal?

Both Mahindras. Both Himachal-ready. One clear winner depending on your trip.

28 Jan 20267 min read
How-To

Chandigarh Airport Self-Drive: Pickup, Drop & Why It Beats a Cab

Skip the cab line, drive home or to Shimla directly from Terminal 1.

18 Jan 20265 min read
Luxury

Luxury Car Rental in Chandigarh for Weddings — BMW, Audi & Fortuner

Three luxury cars, three different wedding moments — here's how Tricity grooms and brides are picking.

8 Jan 20266 min read