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The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz EQB

BUSINESS

The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz EQB

The only electric SUV to offer third-row seating, the Mercedes-Benz EQB is a spacious and tranquil interlude in Mercedes-Benz India’s ongoing EV saga.

The Drive Report: Toyota Hilux

AUTOMOBILE

The Drive Report: Toyota Hilux

Does the indestructible, hard-as-nails pickup truck have a place in India’s increasingly diverse SUV market?

Opinion | Ola Electric’s faulty front fork design highlights a history of problems with its scooters

BUSINESS

Opinion | Ola Electric’s faulty front fork design highlights a history of problems with its scooters

The brand’s attempts at handling a crisis appear to be more damning than its history of engineering missteps.

The Drive Report: Audi Q3 Sportback

AUTOMOBILE

The Drive Report: Audi Q3 Sportback

Can a sloping roofline and other accoutrements further enhance the Q3’s appeal?

Cost of renting swappable battery pack will depend on battery degradation levels: Siddharth Kabra of VoltUp

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Cost of renting swappable battery pack will depend on battery degradation levels: Siddharth Kabra of VoltUp

The battery startup founder speaks with Moneycontrol on the reusability of lithium-ion batteries, the manifold benefits of BAAS and expanding India’s swappable battery station network.

The Drive Report: Lamborghini Urus Performante

AUTOMOBILE

The Drive Report: Lamborghini Urus Performante

Lamborghini’s best-selling car finally unveils its not-so-secret identity as a road going rally car with this vital performance upgrade.

The Drive Report | A ride on 2023 BMW 3-Series Gran Limousine

AUTOMOBILE

The Drive Report | A ride on 2023 BMW 3-Series Gran Limousine

Ultra-smooth powertrain, extra legroom and an upgraded cockpit continue to keep the 3-Series Gran Coupe ahead of the segment

Automakers go minimal on logos to create a fresh brand identity

AUTOMOBILE

Automakers go minimal on logos to create a fresh brand identity

Simpler logos are more memorable and render better on all sorts of platforms. However, some still believe in the touch-and-feel of a 3D emblem.

The Drive Report: Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder

BUSINESS

The Drive Report: Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder

Is the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder worthy enough to complete Toyota’s SUV trifecta, currently consisting of the Innova and the Fortuner?

The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4Matic

AUTOMOBILE

The Drive Report: Mercedes-Benz GLB 220d 4Matic

Steep pricing aside, the GLB SUV has all the makings of an ideal urban, family carrier. Along with truckloads of torque and plenty of bells and whistles.

Can Honda Cars end its one-trick pony ride with a new SUV?

TECHNOLOGY

Can Honda Cars end its one-trick pony ride with a new SUV?

For two decades, Honda Cars has relied upon the City to serve as its mainstay in India. But a more SUV-focussed automotive market demands that Honda rethinks its strategy and comes up with a floor plan containing a stronger product line-up, trademark Honda quality and, of course, EVs.

Custom duty increase: What does it mean for the consumer?

AUTOMOBILE

Custom duty increase: What does it mean for the consumer?

Just how will the hike in basic customs duty affect the consumer? Which cars are likely to witness an increase in prices? We break it down for you in detail.

Budget 2023: What it means for people looking to buy automobiles

AUTOMOBILE

Budget 2023: What it means for people looking to buy automobiles

Key takeaways for customers looking to purchase a car or two-wheeler this year

The Drive Report: The Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica

BUSINESS

The Drive Report: The Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica

In a year where Lamborghini India witnessed record-breaking sales growth, driving the Huracan Tecnica around the city of Doha felt like the ultimate victory lap

The Drive Report: Citroën ë-C3 

AUTOMOBILE

The Drive Report: Citroën ë-C3 

Will the ë-C3 be the mass-market EV that puts Citroën on the map? 

“Not ruling out hybrids or hydrogen technology for India,” says Hyundai’s Unsoo Kim

BUSINESS

“Not ruling out hybrids or hydrogen technology for India,” says Hyundai’s Unsoo Kim

Hyundai Motor India’s CEO and newly appointed COO talk about ramping up production, clearing existing order book and the potential for hybrid tech in India

EVs vs Hybrids: Which will have the stronger year?

AUTOMOBILE

EVs vs Hybrids: Which will have the stronger year?

All eyes are on the upcoming Union Budget to see just what the fate of hybrids in India will be.

The Changing Guard : New-age EV Startups that are shaking-up the establishment

AUTOMOBILE

The Changing Guard : New-age EV Startups that are shaking-up the establishment

These are the brands and their founders who are changing the status quo when it comes to passenger mobility

Hyundai Ioniq 5 launched at an introductory price of Rs 44.9 lakh

AUTOMOBILE

Hyundai Ioniq 5 launched at an introductory price of Rs 44.9 lakh

Hyundai is betting big on the likes of the Ioniq 5 EV to help establish a firm foothold in India’s burgeoning passenger EV market

May bring plug-in hybrid models to India this year: Santosh Iyer, MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India

AUTOMOBILE

May bring plug-in hybrid models to India this year: Santosh Iyer, MD & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India

The newly-appointed India chief of the global luxury car maker, talks about the top-end models lined up for 2023 and the plug-in hybrid versions that may accompany them.

Everything we know about the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-door

AUTOMOBILE

Everything we know about the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-door

The successor to the iconic Gypsy is one of the most anticipated unveils at the upcoming Delhi Auto Expo

Kia EV9 concept to be showcased at Delhi Auto Expo 2023

BUSINESS

Kia EV9 concept to be showcased at Delhi Auto Expo 2023

Here’s what you need to know about what could be another potential hit for the Korean carmaker

The Drive Report: Tata Tiago EV

BUSINESS

The Drive Report: Tata Tiago EV

Can the Tiago EV help Tata Motors break the 1% market share stalemate that passenger EVs are currently stuck in?

Global NCAP crash test results are in; and the news isn’t good for Maruti Suzuki

BUSINESS

Global NCAP crash test results are in; and the news isn’t good for Maruti Suzuki

Abysmal safety ratings for the country’s largest carmaker bring into sharp focus the need for safer entry-level road cars.

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