Automotive
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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
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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
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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.
6 min |
February 2017
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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.
3 min |
September 2017
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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.
5 min |
September 2017
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The SUV Era
What we’ve assembled here are a collection of the most in-demand machines in the Indian market today. And it’s no surprise that they’re all variants on the SUV-theme.
8 min |
September 2017
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Thrills, Spills & Cup Cars
No matter what performance car you may drive, all road cars are eventually compromised because they have to be comfortable for daily use. So, at some point in life, everyone must drive a proper race car to understand the true essence of the motor car. Abhishek goes racing in the new Ameo Cup car to get to grips with the latest and most powerful VW Cup car in India.
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September 2017
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Gill Takes Charge
India’s best rally driver was imperious in the MRF FMSCI Indian National Rally Championship opener.
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September 2017
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Going Further
Does the addition of two doors and a larger battery make the e2o Plus a more viable option for daily use?
4 min |
November 2016 - 10th Anniversary Issue
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Better Half
Courtesy of a retuned diesel engine from the VW family, the Ameo finally gets the kind of power it’s been begging for. So, was it worth the wait?
3 min |
November 2016 - 10th Anniversary Issue
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Small Car. Big Power
For those of you in the know, your next car is here! For those of you who don’t know – pay very close attention because this is unlike any other hatchback you’ve ever come across…
4 min |
November 2016 - 10th Anniversary Issue
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Best of 2016
For our 10th anniversary issue, we conducted our biggest Mega Test yet.
5 min |
December 2016
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Toyota Innova Crysta
Mr. N. Raja, Director & Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, accepts the award for the Innova Crysta.
4 min |
December 2016
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Triumph Thruxton R
Vimal Sumbly, Managing Director, Triumph Motorcycles India, accepts the award for the Thruxton R.
4 min |
December 2016
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Track Attack
Shivank gets his first taste of the dynamite KTM 390 duo at the Buddh International Circuit.
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April 2018
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Beyond The Ev
At the 2nd India-Korea Business Summit, Hyundai effectively demonstrated how their brand-new Fuel Cell Vehicle – the NEXO – can take in air laced with PM2.5 & PM10 and emit clean air and water vapour. Here is a brief conversation with Mr. S H Kim, Vice President, Namyang R&D Centre, Hyundai Motor Company.
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April 2018
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Funk X2
BMW’s new crossover coupé is fresh, young and modern. Plus, it retains the excellent dynamic qualities of the Bavarian brand. What’s not to like?
2 min |
April 2018
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Little Zippy
Who would have thought that there would come a day when Aprilias would be available to the masses of India? Well, thanks to Piaggio, the Aprilia SR 125 scooter is here.
2 min |
April 2018
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Too Hot To Handle
While Hot Wheels celebrates its 50th anniversary, Rahul stumbles on an opportunity to live out his childhood fantasy.
3 min |
April 2018
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High Stakes
Don’t be fooled by its evolutionary design – the third-generation X3 has been honed in every way to ensure that it stays relevant in this super competitive segment.
3 min |
August 2017
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Cliq It
Not content with the success of the Activa, Honda wants to grab an even bigger share of the two-wheeler market with its latest 110cc scooter – the immensely affordable CLIQ.
3 min |
August 2017
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Free Revving Etiquette
Suzuki unleashes the all-new 6th generation GSX-R1000, which comes loaded with 200bhp of raw power. We head to the Kari Motor Speedway to experience the full thrust of both the GSX-R1000 and the more race-focussed GSX-R1000R.
4 min |
August 2017
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Trial & Error
The Datsun redi-GO 1-litre provides some much-needed extra power, but is it enough to take on the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 and Renault Kwid 1-litre?
3 min |
August 2017
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Force 2 Reckon With
The 2017 Force Gurkha might look identical to its predecessor, but underneath it is in fact a new-generation model.
4 min |
August 2017
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Recalibrating Harmony
We’ve always maintained that the Octavia is a luxury car in every aspect without the hefty price tag. So, when we got word of an ‘improved’ version, we couldn’t wait to jump into the driver’s seat.
3 min |
August 2017
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Out Of Order
9 races over, 9 to go. The top four riders are separated by just 10 points, meaning no one really knows where this year’s championship is headed to...
3 min |
August 2017
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Return Of The King
Vishnu Prasad was a perfect four for four on his return to JK Tyre’s premier single-seat racing series in Coimbatore.
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August 2017
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Tamed At The Bic...
We’ve been waiting for a very long time to tame Godzilla at the BIC. The question is, did the GT-R spit fire and send us scurrying for cover – with the BMW & Audi in tow – or were we actually able to calm the beast?
8 min |
August 2017
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take me to le mans
young indian talent and audi racing driver, aditya patel, deserves a seat at the table with the big boys.
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august 2016
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Opinion
The Suv Has Heralded A New Automotive World Order. And Why Not.
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