Auto Today Magazine - August 2019

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Highlights of Auto Today dated August 2019 issue: The big news last month was Hyundai jumping on to the EV bandwagon with the Kona Electric which dominates our cover this month. Its launch is a big step towards electric vehicle mobility in India and we drive to tell you if the Kona Electric has what it takes to replace your petrol or diesel vehicle. More on the Kona Electric as we attempt to find out just how many kilometers we can eke out on a single charge. Hyundai makes more headlines with our top story focusing on the upcoming next generation Xcent as well as the new Grand i10. Before the Kia Seltos hits Indian roads, we get a brief taste of the upcoming SUV at the company’s spanking new production facility. Our First Drive section also features reviews of the 2019 BMW 7-Series and the all-new BMW X5. Maruti Suzuki’s in-house 1.5-litre diesel engine powered Ciaz is put through its paces against its fiercest rivals Honda City and Hyundai Verna. Before 22Kymco’s products officially go on sale in India we bring you can EXCLUSIVE first ride of not one, not two, but three of their products including their 300cc maxi-scooter and their electric scooter. This month we made another trip to the Buddh International Circuit this time to ride the new BMW S1000RR. The August issue features some hardcore off-road action courtesy the Mahindra Great Escape as well as memorable trip through the North Eastern part of India with Honda. As always, we have all the latest news and developments from the domestic and international automotive scene as well as updates on our long term fleet as welcome the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 to our garage. Enjoy this issue of Auto Today and happy motoring until next month