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Good To Great
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Good To Great

What do you do when you have a bestseller on your hands. Well, just enough – but not too much really…

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July 2018
Too Little, Too Late?
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Too Little, Too Late?

In a world dominated by SUVs, is the Mitsubishi Outlander arriving a bit too late, or is it versatile enough to create a niche of its own?

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July 2018
Marazzo Total Points: 65.4
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Marazzo Total Points: 65.4

It’s safe to say that the Mahindra Marazzo was the surprise of this year’s ‘Best of 2018’ test. While I had driven it previously – and had been hugely impressed by it – my colleagues saw it in the flesh for the first time during this mega test. And it was clear very quickly that the Marazzo would do quite well this year.

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November 2018
Ferrari 488 Gtb Total Points: 65
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Ferrari 488 Gtb Total Points: 65

On behalf of the entire team, I think it’s safe to say that the most exciting machine we’ve tested all year is the Ferrari 488 Pista – a ‘hardcore’ version of the car that you see here! The Pista generates 711bhp to the GTB’s 661.

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November 2018
Second Coming
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Second Coming

With the shift towards electric mobility picking up steam with each passing day, the world’s largest carmaker – Volkswagen – has finally revealed its plan regarding electric vehicles. So, we take a deep dive into the new all-electric MEB architecture to see just how important it is to the survival of the VW Group.

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3 mins  |
November 2018
Desirable Sacrilege
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Desirable Sacrilege

With the Urus, Lamborghini is breaking new ground for an exotic supercar brand. But does an SUV really deserve a ‘Raging Bull’ badge on the bonnet?

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4 mins  |
November 2018
2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 Revealed
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2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 Revealed

Sharper styling, more equipment and minor chassis tweaks are the key highlights of the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3.

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November 2018
V4 Boom
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V4 Boom

The DRE Track Days came to India, and Ducati test-rider, Alessandro Valia, set the lap record at the BIC. But, the bigger news has to be Shivank breaking the ‘sound barrier’ on a Panigale V4 at the very same event!

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November 2018
Future Shock
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Future Shock

Here’s a first look at the facelifted Hyundai Tucson, as well as the brand new Kona crossover – which Hyundai has been hinting at bringing into India for some time.

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November 2018
Welcome Change
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Welcome Change

It may look virtually identical to the model it replaces, but the 2018 Ford Aspire comes with a new petrol motor and many other changes that bring it back in the running in the compact sedan space.

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November 2018
Sophie's Choice
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Sophie's Choice

You can have both the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and KTM 390 Duke for roughly the same price! So, what would you choose – the modern classic or the aggressive hooligan?

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August 2019
Challenge Accepted
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Challenge Accepted

With new technology and better engineering, the X5 wants to be the most complete SUV you can buy. But, is it though?

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August 2019
The First Salvo
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The First Salvo

The Seltos SUV is Kia’s ticket for its grand entry into the Indian market. But, given the complexity of the market, we couldn’t help but ask the inevitable question – can the Seltos truly succeed and establish the brand in the country?

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August 2019
That's how the CURReNT FLOWS
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That's how the CURReNT FLOWS

Electric mobility, whether in India or globally, has become a bit of a thorny issue.

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August 2019
Petrol Power
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Petrol Power

The sales of diesel-powered cars are slowing, which means that carmakers don’t have a choice but to introduce petrol variants of models that they hope will be real contenders. Cue the XUV300 petrol…

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April 2019
Hi Name My Is...
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Hi Name My Is...

Continuing their trend of bringing in interesting niche motorcycle manufacturers to India, Motoroyale by Kinetic has just introduced a little-known Italian brand called FB Mondial to the Indian market.

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April 2019
Sporty Elegance
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Sporty Elegance

Sure, the third-generation MercedesBenz CLS looks the part – but can it justify its hefty price tag?

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April 2019
Four Wheel Drive Genesis
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Four Wheel Drive Genesis

In search of the ideal off-roader, Abhishek embarks on a journey that takes him back to the inception of off-road vehicle drivetrains. And the result might surprise you!

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September 2018
Perpetuating Dominance
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Perpetuating Dominance

With a new platform, more spacious cabin, extended wheelbase, suspension designed especially for driving pleasure, the seventh-generation BMW 3 Series aims to retain its throne in the mid-size sedan segment.

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December 2018
Future Rush
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Future Rush

We sat down with Allen Ko, Chairman, Kymco, to talk about the new SuperNEX concept, their recent partnership with Indian electric two-wheeler start-up TwentyTwo Motors, and their plans for India.

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December 2018
Turn Up The Chrome
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Turn Up The Chrome

Hyundai gives the slow-selling Xcent a nip-and-tuck, along with an enhanced diesel engine, to increase its appeal. But, in a segment dominated by the Maruti DZire, can the revised Xcent finally shakeup the playing field?

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May 2017
Mind & Heart
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Mind & Heart

The BMW 3 GT gets an update and marks the return of the revered 330i badge. So, is it worthy?

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May 2017
Road Trip Warriors
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Road Trip Warriors

Sure, 4am wake-up calls are no fun. But when you have a quartet such as this lying in wait, well, then the incentives are pretty good – wouldn’t you say?

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April 2017
Breaking Stereo Types
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Breaking Stereo Types

What’s your calling – glamour, practicality or enthusiasm? Why not all three in a hatchback? We search for the middle path and compare the Maruti Suzuki Ignis, Hyundai Grand i10 and Ford Figo to find out which is the all-conquering one.

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March 2017
Motocross Madness
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Motocross Madness

The Kawasaki KX100 and KX250F should come with a disclaimer – ‘Not for the faint hearted!’

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February 2017
Shooting for The Hip
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Shooting for The Hip

No, Maruti Suzuki isn’t shooting from the hip with the brand new Ignis – but it is aiming to appeal to the young and hip with this funky little machine. So, can the unique design and NEXA credentials make the car attractive to the young and discerning?

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February 2017
Joker in The Pack
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Joker in The Pack

Hyundai is threatening to upset the applecart, as it has the audacity to take on the luxury manufacturers with its latest models. But can the Tucson really scare the likes of the BMW X1?

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February 2017
New-Age Rivalry
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New-Age Rivalry

There’s a good chance that your next car will be a crossover. But what happens to the luxury stakes when you go from a sedan to an SUV? Well, we put two similarly priced luxury cars together – one sedan and the other an SUV – to find out.

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February 2017
Fashionably Late
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Fashionably Late

A bit late to the party, Bajaj’s answer to the Suzuki Gixxer and the Honda CB Hornet 160R is finally here. We throw our leg over the new NS160 to see how it squares off against its rivals.

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September 2017
All Terrain Adventurer
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All Terrain Adventurer

We finally get our hands on the legendary Honda Africa Twin. And while we were a little sceptical going in because of its dual-clutch automatic gearbox, we needn’t have been.

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September 2017