In this issue

The August 2021 issue of evo India is one of our fastest yet! We go flat out on the new High Speed Track at the incredible NATRAX proving grounds in the new Audi RS5 Sportback, in an India exclusive review. If maxing out the RS5 wasn’t enough, we have taken the all-new third generation Suzuki Hayabusa — one of the fastest motorcycles in the world! — and let it loose on the track as well. But NATRAX isn’t just about hitting top speeds. It is a massive 3000 acre facility built at a cost of ₹1321 crores that includes handling tracks, comfort track, the skid pads and even labs to test out every aspect of a car and bike.

To supplement our story at NATRAX, we have a brilliant feature story on other proving grounds around the world that this one in India stands shoulder to shoulder with. Other drives include the insanely capable Sherp UTV, we break down everything you want to know about the new Lotus Emira, drive the Mercedes-AMG E 53 and bring the E 63 S along for perspective, review the Mahindra Bolero Neo, and the facelifted Mini Cooper S Convertible. On two wheels, we get our hands on the TVS iQube in real world conditions, ride the retro Yamaha FZ-X and figure out which Kawasaki 650 is the best for you.

Meanwhile, the motorsport section of the magazine takes a look back at Valentino Rossi’s incredible career as he announces his retirement, we look at Jehan Daruvala’s weekend in Silverstone and also how Mahindra Racing fared in the London E-Prix. Our TUNED section features a tuner favourite, the Skoda Octavia RS and also showcases the incredible Novitec F8 N-Largo. All this and so much more in the August issue of evo India!

VW Taigun GT

Good news! With two GT variants, Volkswagen are set to make the 1.5 TSI motor even more accessible to us enthusiasts

8 mins

Mahindra Bolero Neo

Armed with an iconic badge, a fresh face and a mechanically locking differential, the Bolero Neo could just be the compact SUV you’ve been looking for

5 mins

Mini Cooper S Convertible

Mini gives the Convertible a more modern front end, more technology on the inside and a very bright paint scheme

5 mins

BIJOY KUMAR Y

Bijoy is quite looking forward to what the recent space launches could mean

3 mins

RISING FROM THE ASHES

The third generation Suzuki Hayabusa is one of the fastest production motorcycles in the world, and a bike that truly deserves to be ridden flat out at the High Speed Track at NATRAX

7 mins

“IF THE RATING IS DONE, NATRAX COULD BE ONE OF THE TOP THREE PROVING GROUNDS IN THE WORLD”

Speaking to Dr N Karuppaiah, additional director and centre head, NATRAX

4 mins

THE DOCTOR CHECKS OUT

As Rossi decides to hang up his boots after 26 seasons, we take a look back at his journey through MotoGP

2 mins

FAST STEAD

This Skoda Octavia RS 230 is fast enough to blow your mind but not its engine

3 mins

DOA: HSV HRT 427

This racing-inspired 7-litre Holden Monaro garnered more than enough interest for its limited production run to sell out. But sadly the sums didn’t add up

2 mins

Ford Fusion

Practical, great engine and dynamics, but weird styling ensured buyers stayed well away

2 mins

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evo India Magazine Description:

evo India Magazine published by Project GTO Publishing LLP is a monthly magazine that covers the world of cars and motorcycles in India.

The magazine is known for its in-depth reviews, insightful analysis, and stunning photography. It covers a wide range of topics related to cars and motorcycles, including:

* New car and motorcycle reviews: evo India reviews all the latest cars and motorcycles in India, from budget hatchbacks to luxury sedans to high-performance sports cars and motorcycles. The reviews are comprehensive and informative, and they give readers a good understanding of each vehicle's strengths and weaknesses.
* Road tests and comparisons: evo India also conducts road tests and comparisons of different cars and motorcycles. This helps readers to compare different vehicles and choose the one that is right for their needs.
* Features: evo India also publishes features on a variety of automotive topics, such as automotive history, motorsport, and car culture. These features are written by experts in the field and they provide readers with insights into the world of cars and motorcycles.

evo India Magazine is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in cars and motorcycles. It is a must-read for anyone who is looking to buy a new car or motorcycle, or who simply wants to learn more about the world of automotive journalism.