Jaguar has done it, they have gone really fast for this!

2014 Jaguar XKR-S GT

One of the best looking cars, now get the Aero-do!

The back end was never the best part, now, somehow, it is!

This is a monster, if the specs are to be believed

That spoiler does more than waht an ordinary modded spoiler does

GT, yeah!

If someone says the interior isn't good, please go and take a course in stupidity!

GT badging all around, love it.

The XKR-S GT has been developed by Jaguar's ETO division to be the ultimate track-focused but road-going iteration of the XK coupe. Extensive aerodynamic and suspension changes, as well as the addition of carbon ceramic brakes, have combined to give the Jaguar XKR-S GT race-car inspired connected feel and braking performance. Initial production will be limited to just 30 cars for the North American market. A range of bespoke carbon fibre components, including an extended front splitter, dive-planes and elevated rear wing, all work to maximise the XKR-S GT's aerodynamic downforce. Technical learning from the development of the new Jaguar F-TYPE two-seater sports car has also been applied to the XKR-S GT's suspension and steering systems, optimising both immediacy of response to driver input and agility. Stunning performance is provided by Jaguar's proven 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine, boasting 550PS and 680Nm, driving through a six-speed transmission and active electronic differential. Combined with the aerodynamic and suspension changes, plus revisions to the traction control system's calibration, the result in straight-line terms is a 0-60mph time of 3.9 seconds. Electronically limited top speed is 186mph (300 km/h). The Jaguar XKR-S GT is available in Polaris White with unique graphics and Jaguar R-S GT script on its louvred bonnet. The Warm Charcoal interior - with red accents - features 16-way electrically adjustable 'Performance' seats finished in soft-grain leather and Suedecloth with the Jaguar and R-S GT scripts integrated into the backrests. Jet Suedecloth headlining and a Jet Suedecloth steering wheel, with aluminium paddle shifters, are fitted as standard. Script to the treadplates and console highlight the exclusiveness of the XKR-S GT. "The development of the XKR-S GT demanded an uncompromised approach to enhance aerodynamic downforce, with complementary suspension changes to maximise high-speed cornering ability. In combination with the use of a carbon ceramic braking system, the result is the most focused 'R' model Jaguar has ever built which delivers heightened levels of performance and driver reward." Pete Simkin, Director, ETO Specialist Products, Jaguar Aerodynamics and chassis "The XKR-S GT has been designed purely by the laws of physics. It has been developed in the wind tunnel and on the racetrack with the sole aim of creating as much high-speed stability and downforce as possible. Nothing has been styled for the sake of it. It's been an exercise in efficiency and the result is a car that's raw, focused and devastatingly quick." Ian Callum, Director of Design, Jaguar The Jaguar XKR-S GT features a carbon-fibre front splitter of race-car wrap-around type; extending forward by 60mm, it starts the optimisation of airflow around, over and underneath the car. Aggressive carbon-fibre twin dive-planes and wheelarch extensions further the efficiency of airflow around the car, while below the addition of an optimised aluminium front valance serves to smooth airflow under the car as well as enhancing engine and brake cooling performance. A rear carbon-fibre diffuser ensures the smooth exit of air from underneath the car, while the elevated rear wing - also in carbon-fibre - works in combination with the decklid mounted spoiler to maximise rear downforce. At its electronically limited top speed of 186mph, the XKR-S GT produces 145kg (320lb) of downforce.Bonnet louvres serve as a further engine cooling aid while also helping aerodynamic performance by improving the airflow through the front end of the car. Allied to the extensive aerodynamic revisions are detailed suspension changes. The front and rear suspension arms, uprights, wheel bearings, bushings and rear subframe are all new and draw on hardware developed for the F-TYPE. The overall set-up works to increase lateral suspension stiffness for greater precision and responsiveness. Integral to the revised suspension system is its new spring and damper module design. The Jaguar XKR-S GT has a motorsport-derived twin spring system mated to Jaguar's Adaptive Dynamics damping system - the dampers now being ride-height adjustable. Front and rear spring rates are respectively 68% and 25% stiffer than on the XKR-S, while the damper tune is much more track-focused, providing increased levels of body control and grip. Jaguar's Adaptive Dynamics have been specifically tuned for the XKR-S GT so that the suspension parameters change to deliver a higher level of body control with maximum traction and grip when the dynamic mode is deployed, offering optimum performance for focused track driving. The Jaguar XKR-S GT has a front track which is 52mm wider than that of the XKR-S while the rear remains the same. The steering rack is from the F-Type, with a correspondingly faster ratio and retuned steering valve. The result is immediacy of turn-in and response to steering inputs. The unique 20-inch forged and lightweight alloy wheels - finished in gloss black - are shod with specially developed Pirelli Corsa performance tyres (255/35 and 305/30 front/rear), giving the XKR-S GT a more muscular stance and greatly increasing its grip and stability. "The XKR-S GT is an uncompromised car, but one that inspires confidence and encourages the driver to push it to its limits, fully exploring its handling abilities. It's a car that draws you in and is never intimidating, with performance that is both accessible and rewarding." David Pook, Technical Specialist, Steering and Handling, Jaguar Brakes The Jaguar XKR-S GT is the first production Jaguar to be fitted with a carbon ceramic braking system. The internally ventilated and cross-drilled lightweight brake discs measure 398mm and 380mm front/rear respectively. Combined with six-piston monoblock calipers at the front and four piston units at the rear - the yellow calipers being branded with 'Jaguar Carbon Ceramic' script - the XKR-S GT delivers race-car levels of fade-free stopping power and brake pedal feel. Enhanced braking feel comes courtesy of the electronic Pre-Fill system. Working in conjunction with the car's DSC system, Pre-Fill pressurises the brakes every time the driver comes off the throttle pedal, resulting in a very short and consistent level of travel on the brake pedal. This maximises braking response, reduces the car's stopping distance and delivers increased levels of confidence during high performance driving. The lightweight nature of the carbon ceramic system means a reduction in unsprung weight of 21kg - so further enhancing the XKR-S GT's handling. The Jaguar XKR-S GT's carbon ceramic braking system also has a significantly longer life span than a standard system. "The brake disc and pad materials are specially tailored for Jaguar characteristics. Because the XKR-S GT is a road car as well as one suitable for customers to take on the track, we engineered it for race-car braking performance but with no compromise to cold or wet weather ability." Edward Nixon, Group Leader, Brakes, Jaguar XKR-S GT Performance Jaguar's proven all-aluminium 5.0-litre supercharged quad-cam V8 engine, boasting 550PS and 680Nm of torque, delivers not only exhilarating performance but also tremendous efficiency thanks to the technologies incorporated into it, including spray-guided direct injection (SGDI) and dual independent variable cam timing (DIVCT). The high-pressure die-cast lightweight aluminium block is stiffened with cast-iron liners and cross-bolted main bearing caps, providing refinement to match its power. The four-valve cylinder heads are constructed from recycled aluminium, between them sitting the Roots-type twin vortex supercharger fed by two intercoolers, which feature their own water-cooling circuit to reduce the temperature of the pressurised air thereby optimising power and efficiency. The Jaguar XKR-S GT features a fully active performance exhaust system with valves that open under load, both enhancing gas-flow and the car's aural character, while optimising power output. In straight-line terms, the powertrain's significant output, combined with the aerodynamic, suspension and traction control software revisions, mean the XKR-S GT can sprint from 0 to 60mph in 3.9 seconds and onto an electronically limited top speed of 186mph. Jaguar XKR-S GT Technical specification Engine: 5.0-litre V8 supercharged petrol Capacity: 5000 cc Bore/Stroke: 92.5mm (3.64") / 93mm (3.66") Peak Power: 550 PS (405 kW) @ 6000-6500 rpm Peak Torque: 680 Nm (502 lb/ft) @ 2500-5500 rpm Transmission: Six-speed automatic 0-60mph: 3.9 s Top Speed: 300 km/h (186 mph) (electronically limited) Combined Economy 12.3 l/100km 23.0 EU mpg 17 US mpg CO2 Emissions: 292 g/km

source : Jaguar Press

When an SUV came, to simply blow my mind!

I have always been a fan of Jaguar Land Rover, especially after Tata Motors overtook them back in 2008. Now they changed the whole outlook of the Company. They changed the look of Jaguars, and then The Land Rovers. We are here to talk about the Land Rover Division, because, they have done something you cannot imagine. Of course one die hard fan of the Rangies, Mr Jeremy Clarkson (Who is my Idol when it comes to Car Critique) thinks that Rangies are now all about Bling, well sir, with all due respect, you are getting a little old. 

The best agent with, yes, the Best Car!

Now Land Rover first made the Sexiest car in the whole world, The Evoque, and then, when I thought that is it, they made another LEGENDARY and SEXY car, and they launched it in New York, yesterday. Its called the Range Rover Sport. And first things first, if you think it isn't a looker, please close this page, I'm not here to take any of your comments.

Evoque + Range Rover = AWESOMENESS

It is a mixture of Beauty, that is, the 2013 Range Rover, and the Evoque. It seems really tricky, and it is. But Land Rover people, and their Designers, they nailed this one. It looks awesome, and after the Alfa Romeo 8C, Evoque, and the SLS, this is the car that is proper Sexy!

The side fins are at the correct place now, joy!

Now usually, the Engines and all are boring, but the amount of variety you get, its staggering. The Range Rover Sport will be available with its widest-ever range of engines, most of which are shared with the Range Rover. At launch, there will be 288bhp SDV6 diesel and 503bhp V8 petrol engines, with 255bhp TDV6 and 335bhp SDV8 diesels, and a hybrid turning up in 2014. Eventually, Jaguar Land Rover’s new 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine will be offered, plus new four-cylinder engines and a plug-in hybrid.

Usually designers cock up the rear end, not the Range Rover people! Thanks Mr Tata!

The new car may sit on the same lightweight platform as the Range Rover, but 75 per cent of the Sport is unique. It features an all-aluminium body (the fifth from Jaguar Land Rover), meaning a weight saving of 420kg over the equivalent previous Sport, with improvements in economy and emissions of up to 15 per cent.

That front end, Blingy, but superb!

Tunnels, Deserts, Mountains, Forests, just bring it on!

Ignore the Taxi, notice the Panoramic glass roof, and in that color, oooooh!

Its touted as the Fastest Range Rover ever, and that makes me say something that i have never said before, I AM GOING TO TEST DRIVE ONE AS SOON AS IT HITS THE SHOWROOM. so more on that, later! Till then droooool!

Thanks to the Official Land Rover page on FB for the pics, and info!

A Ghost-like? Hell no, Its in a league of its own!

Many consider Rolls-Royce as the ultimate Luxury car maker. And it is true. Rolls people saw that Billionaires are emerging, so they launched the new Phantom for those old chaps. Then they saw Billionaire population getting younger, and they came up with the Ghost. Now they think these Billionaires are getting even younger, or maybe they have that Speed-Freak nature in them emerging, so they made this, The Wraith. Two simple things to describe this car, It’s the most powerful road going Rolls ever, and it is, as expected, a thing of Beauty.

Possibly better looking than the Ghost? Hell Yeah!

It has the same heart as the Ghost, a 6.6 liter twin-turbo V-12, but it’s on steroids, and creates 624 horses and 800 Nm torques. The Horses and Torques go to the rear wheels, after passing through an 8-speed Automatic gearbox, with some ZF technology. You can reach 100 kmph in 4.4 seconds, and top speed is whatever you dare to achieve on this 250,000 Euro car.

Suicide Doors, Yay!

I don’t know what else to say. It’s a Fastback, it has got all the Rolls-Royce-ey Luxury and Rolls has gone as far as giving you the Stars on your headliner. Something called Satellite Assisted Transmission is also there, which scans the road in front to give you the best gears. Anymore, and we would have to call it the Mother, for caring so much about you. And yeah, if you think that it’s not worth it, wait, it’s got Suicide Doors, heehee!

That Fastback shape, perhaps equally appealing as the Mustang Fastback

If i ever get money to spend on an Expensive, Super-Fast and Luxurious car, Wraith its is over the Bentley Continental GT-Speed. Reason- Suicide doors, man. I hope to spot it someday on the road, pics of which will be uploaded too! Cheers till then, and enjoy ogling the pics! :D 

Expecting Rolls-Royce to compromise on looks? Are you a mental?

Thanks to Autocar for the pics!

You live only once!

There is this awesome company in India, its called the JayPee group. It is responsible for happiness in the lives of many Youngsters. I am one of them, and the reason is simple. I am a sucker for speed, and Formula 1 is the sport I follow like a Religion, and JayPee brought it to India. They built what I would call a dream track, The Buddh International Circuit (BIC). Located in the place known as Greater Noida, BIC is a fantastic track, with Speed and Handling tested to the limit. I went there last year to see the F1 race, and I fell for it!

The Main Grand Stand at BIC

Now JayPee do another good thing, they arrange something they call "Time Trial", but it actually is a Track Day! It means you can take your car, to the track, and if its safe and legal, you can drive it around. Mind you, this track is of international standards, no potholes, no bumps, just pure Driving Nirvana!

The Buddh International Circuit

The date was 17th Feb 2013. I had just gone through a sleepless night because of the excitement I had as I was going to drive on it, and a little bit of tension because god decided to make it rain! Still, I was all prepared, I had a helmet, my car fluids were good, tires were all new, fuel tank was filled and I had done more than 100 laps of the track in my mind and on the F1 2012 game! All I had to do was pick up my friends, and drive to the track. I was allotted the 3rd session, which was a relief as I knew that the previous sessions would have aided in making the track dry and more grippy! I had my friends with me, and we drove to the Circuit. The ride to the Circuit is awesome too, as you can hit any speed you want on one of the few good roads in the NCR region. I chose to hit as much as I could, and my Swift DZire hit 160 kmph (Read 100, due to legal reasons). We had fun, loud music and shouting! Then the BIC complex stood in front of us. All we heard was the car roars due to the on going session. It was simply breathtaking. I had butterflies in my stomach, as I was just a few meters away from my dream. I parked my car, and did all the formalities. Then I stood in front of the gate, and across it was the Pit-lane. The experience, I cant tell you. We all had to wait for the session to be over.

The entry sticker for my car, I'm never gonna take it off!

Me waiting for the gates to open, and Checking the helmet too!

Sebastian Vettel's Pit, garage no. 6

I took the opportunity to check out the cars in my Session. BMW's, Jags, Mercs, Even an Audi A7. I was pretty confident i could overtake them. I stood outside, checking out the cars, admiring the view and enjoying with my friends. Then were in awe for the beauty of everything around. The gate opened, I rushed into my car, wore my RedBull Racing cap, and drove into the Pit-lane. As I crossed the SLS AMG safety, which was right in front of the Sebastian Vettel Pit, I got shivers. I parked my car, and ran around like a mad person, or rather like a child who has got his favorite toy. There was a collection of some pretty awesome cars and bikes.

The track, all dry and beautiful!

Me, after I was scared to death!

The cars, going on the track for the third time in one session

I was briefly ahead of the Porsche Cayman after I overtook it, although it overtook me back, here!

After the Drivers briefing, the Bike-Session (I wonder why, bikes look the best when they are just parked) and the Car-check, I entered my car, wore my helmet and started my car. Some hooters sounded, and we were off. It was just like the game, and I was shivering. Although the Mad car-freak in my mind was pushing the Accelerator hard down, with gear changes taking place like i was a robot. When the 1.2 km straight approached, it was on, 80-90-100-110-130-150 like a blur, and then the brakes for the corner. All was well, but some people were over-taking on the corners, which scared me more! Then at the Multi-Apex-C-Turn, it happened. A white Polo tried to overtake me from the left. I was more bothered about getting my tires heated up, and keeping the racing-line. As soon as i saw the left side overtake, I over-corrected, and spun-off straight into the gravel. The screens were showing the red flags, but people were still racing. I was scared to death, shaking that maybe I have killed someone (I hadn't, but the feeling was equally scary). The cars stopped, and a white Scorpio came to rescue me. I was taken to the backside of the track, where this Well-Spoken Track Martial helped remove all the Gravel that had entered the car. I recieved a call from my very concerned girlfriend, and the first thing I told her was that i am alive.


Anyway, I was taken into the Pit-lane, where my friends looked as if I had returned from the dead. My girlfriend asking me immediately what had happened. Ashamed and humiliated, thinking I had let myself and all of them down, I said I spun-off. I couldn't say anything else. The track Martial signaled me that I was good to go, and with a thumbs up, off I went! Scared and Anxious, I drove slowly. 2 laps later, a BMW Z4 had spun-off, with just inches away from the wall. We stopped, and went to the Pit-lane. The Session started again, and I went for it. I cared about speed, braking points and my Racing-Line. A few laps later, I wasnt scared of that point where I had Spun, and I was in the zone. I went for it, and overtook a Porsche. Then on the straight, although for a brief moment, i overtook a BMW 530d. It was fantastic. Being the youngest (The other person elder to me was 27) and in the slowest car, this was big. I was having the drive of my life. Improving on the time, After an hour of all the Orgasmic fun, The checkered flag was shown. As soon as I exited the Track, I hugged my Girlfriend, who was cheering me all along and standing there, and all my friends. The Emotional and Physical Test was over, and I was exhausted like all the energy was taken out of me, but given to my face for that smile of satisfaction.

It was the moment I am going to remember for the rest of my life, and not even memory loss can take it away from me. I felt happy and satisfied. All thanks to the people I love the most on this Planet, My Parents. I could not have done it without you. Next time, you are coming along with me! Cheers!

Honda is back, First card is the new CR-V

The car is a looker, AGAIN

 Ok so Honda has finally started their "We wont give up on India" campaign. They launched the much awaited, beautiful looking and awesome New CR-V. This is the same car that made people feel Tingles in their bodies due to the sheer look of it. Although the car wasn't that god to drive, it managed to find buyers in people who just wanted a good looking big car. But Ford and Toyota played their cards, and Honda was sent packing. But now, they are back, and its time for Ford and Toyota to pee in their pants.

The rear is a little Volvo-ish

The headlamps, according to me are the best feature about this car

First things first, its even better to look at than the old one. Its a complete new design, With nothing being shared from its predecessor. The front is breathtaking, with that stair-inspired grille now replaced with a normal one, and the headlamps get projectors in them, with Day Time Running LED's. The foglmaps have no funny business going, and are simple and round. A bit disappointing thing about this car is its rear. I think the Honda designer got tired and just copied a Volvo, or he had a Volvo-fetish. In simple words, it resembles the Volvo, particularly the XC60.

Simplcity and Awesomeness, Honda nails it everytime!

Once you open the door, you expect a cabin that will tell you that you are here to be pampered, since the CR-V has a Honda badge on it. All expectations are fulfilled. The interior in typical Honda, i.e. its awesome. It get a center-mounted Gear shift, which has always been my favorite since i first saw it in the Hindustan Contessa. The Dash looks simple, yet there is something which tells you it is great. Its a looker, and the buttons are easy. The Info-cluster is superbly set up, with a circular blue screen in the middle for various information.

The engine, Honda has gone with a 2.4 litre 4-cylinder which delivers a decent 187 horses when you rev it to 7000 rpm, and at 4400 rpm you are given 226 Nm torques. The engine is mated with a 5 speed auto 'box, which can be shifted with paddles too! Also on the top-end variants, you get 4 wheel drive (I know, in an SUV? Why? :P ) The engine is a 2 litre 154 bhp @ 6500 rpm unit, with 190 Nm torques at 4400 rpm. It is mainly Front wheel drive, but It gives power to the poor chaps at the rear when something called slip is detected. I feel this CR-V too will be sold because of its Looks, until the Diesel is launched.

Overall, i love this car for its looks, and also for that Honda badge, which carries a strange reliable feel with it. I hope to see this car on the road, and i hope when i drive it, it surprises me!

Prices-

Honda CR-V 2.0 2WD MT: Rs. 19.95 lakh
Honda CR-V 2.0 2WD AT: Rs. 20.85 lakh
Honda CR-V 2.4 AWD AT: Rs. 22.40 lakh
Honda CR-V 2.4 AWD AT (AVN): Rs. 23.85 lakh

A special thanks to Motorbeam, Team BHP and Cartoq for info and pics!

Bigger is the new, well, BIG!

You know a company called Ssangyong? If no, you are a lucky person. If you do, well, then you really are scaling new depths in the world of Automotive News. I have to know the name, because people ask me- "Which company did Mahindra take over?" A personal note to Mr. Chairman of Mahindra, since you have so much money lying around, I would love to have a few crores too. I still haven't found any logic what-so-ever behind taking over a car company that is a synonym for UGLY. Ok, Mahindra makes two ugly cars, its called the Xylo, and its Midget brother, Quanto. But as a compensation, Quanto is also cute, an Ugly Duckling if you may, but contrary to the Fairy tale, the Ugly duckling, when it grows up, becomes uglier. What on the name of all that is holy was the need for you to take over that company? What did it have? A superb Design Department? Or a Technological Department that can change the face of the Indian Market? Yeah, NONE OF THEM. And Mahindra bowed out from the bid to buy the company which does that, its called Aston Martin. Sigh.

Its not Very Ugly, but Ugly is Ugly!

Cars are supposed to have something called style, am I not right?

Anyhow, Had this post been about me talking about ugly cars, I would have gotten even more sick. Luckily, I am covering up the plans of Ssangyong Mahindra, or Mahindra Ssangyong, or whatever, which are going to launch a new MPV. WOW? No. Mahindra has an MPV, a few SUV's, A mini-MPV and a very ugly ( Ok i just realised, Mahindra now is officially the car-maker in India to make the most number of ugly cars ) Sedan-ish car. But now it thinks that Ssangyong should launch some car called Korando Turismo. It thinks that 7 seats in a car are less. Its not up to the mark with the growing population on India. It has 11 seats, and all face in the front. So Indian Cricket Team, we have found you a car!

2+3+3+3=11, wow, so Dhoni and Kohli up front, and then then Ishant wont be able to enter without getting his legs cut off

About the car, it is 70 mm longer than the Ford Endevour, at 5130 mm, and is 1915 mm wide, and 1815 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 3000 mm, which is alot. It will have ABS, Sat-Nav, Sunroof and all that, but really, in a country which is as cramped as India, where in the city will you drive it? And are we living in the 1990's, where joint families existed? Anyway, Mr. Chairman, Anand Mahindra is "Excited by its potential in India" Ok sir, lets see how much more Ugly cars you can bring out!

Sir has time to tweet, but not to think again about buying Aston Martin, its a bad world

A special thanks to Cartoq.com, and expert Mr. Roshun, for the pics and info!

PS- If the photos killed you, I am not responsible! :P

Steering, it has types you know!

I am talking about various types of Steer-Defects we have when it comes to cars! Over-Steer, Under-Steer and Torque-Steer. The following post is to discuss the three, so you can know everything about them.

Over-Steer

Green line is the Expected path, Red line is the path due to Over-Steer

When you turn the steering wheel, you know the path that the Car should follow, because that is why you turned the wheel. But sometimes, the car steers more than the expected turn. This condition is called Over-Steer, or in terms we know it better, Corner-Drifting. If you have seen Fast and Furious Tokyo Drift, this  is the main reason for those cool Skids performed. Now this condition is usually found in Rear-Wheel Drive cars, but Front-Wheel Drive cars are not unaware of this. If you think your car cant Over-Steer, spend about 40000-50000 on your car to get Lower Ride Height, Lower Profile Tires, some spoiler on the rear (Particular for Rear-Wheel Drive cars, to grip the Rear wheels more) and a Roll-Cage, if you will, for Safety.

Now as cool as it may look, but Over-Steer is not legal, and very Dangerous if performed on a car which is not modified properly or not capable of performing it, which is the case of Cars with greater heights, and tires with good amount of grip.

Front-Wheel Drive cars, which are very common in India, can also perform Over-Steer, but that is very difficult. The easiest way is by getting to a good speed, turning the steering wheel slightly, and then pushing the Handbrake with its release button pressed. The Handbrake should be released after about 2-3 seconds, or the car may flip.

Under-Steer

Green line is the Expected path, Red line is the path due to Under-Steer

When the expected turning path is more than the path we actually achieve, then the car is said to Under-Steer. This is very common in Front-Wheel Drive cars because the front wheels have the work of driving the car as well as steering it. This is also common during a rainy day, as the car cannot grip well on the wet surface. This is very dangerous, and is the major contributing factor in majority of accidents where the car is speeding and is about to turn.

Under-Steer is considered a very bad thing in a car, because its very dangerous, and a lot of power of the car is wasted during this event.

Torque-Steer

*the above video demonstrates Torque-Steer in a MazdaSpeed3

This is a phenomenon seen in a variety of cars in India. This is the event of pulling of the car to one side during acceleration of the car. This effect can be very easily spotted. All you have to do is take your car on a straight road, leave the steering wheel and accelerate from Zero. You will notice the car tends to go to one direction, and not in the straight path. This is also spotted if you suddenly accelerate a car which is already in motion. This is very common in Front-Wheel Drive cars. Another reason for your car going into one particular direction could be because the alignment of the car is not correct, which can be easily undone by a local mechanic.

Main bad-effects of Torque-Steer is that one wheel in the front wears out quickly. This can be avoided by rotating the wheels at every 5000 Kms.

One major cause of Torque-Steer is unequal lengths of the Front Axels. This means that the Power which is delivered to either wheel is unequal, but by a very small amount. Use of Limited-Slip Differential is the solution to this, or the use of an intermediate shaft to make the lengths equal (A technique employed in almost all modern cars)

I hope this post helped increase your knowledge. 

thanks to wikipedia for the pics, and youtube for the video!