Kerala student fined Rs 1 lakh for revamping old car. (Image: @blrcitytraffic/X)
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Moneycontrol16-01-2026, 12:33

Kerala Student's 'Fire-Spitting' Honda City Lands Rs 1 Lakh Fine in Bengaluru

  • A Kerala engineering student modified a 2002 Honda City into a 'fire-spitting' car for social media fame.
  • The student bought the old car for Rs 70,000 and made extensive unauthorized mechanical and cosmetic changes.
  • The modified car, which was loud and emitted flames, caused concern among road users and led to multiple complaints.
  • Bengaluru Traffic Police located the vehicle near Bhartiya City and issued a fine of Rs 1.11 lakh for illegal modifications.
  • Police warned against such stunts, stating public roads are not for performances and illegal modifications carry heavy penalties.

Why It Matters: A Kerala student's modified, flame-emitting car led to a hefty fine and a stern warning from Bengaluru Traffic Police.

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