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is a Mumbai-based writer who’s written extensively on cars for over seven years

Review: Ola’s electric dreams on two wheels still a work in progress

BUSINESS

Review: Ola’s electric dreams on two wheels still a work in progress

The Ola electric scooter is yet to be fitted with all of its advertised features and many software updates are pending. Still, it has the potential to be a world-class product

Indian market is an ocean of untapped potential: Porsche India Brand Director Manolito Vujicic

BUSINESS

Indian market is an ocean of untapped potential: Porsche India Brand Director Manolito Vujicic

As the recently appointed Brand Director of Porsche India, Manolito Vujicic is ushering the brand into a new era where electric and petrol-powered performance can co-exist to meet the consumer’s need for speed and luxury. Buoyed by India’s economic prospects, he talks about Porsche India’s future plans and its first electric offering.

The iconic Yezdi is returning to India

AUTOMOBILE

The iconic Yezdi is returning to India

The team that resurrected Jawa Motorcycles is reviving another retro motorcycle marque. But this time, there’s a twist.

Mahindra XUV700 receives 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP

BUSINESS

Mahindra XUV700 receives 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP

The safest vehicle manufactured by Mahindra adds another feather in the cap for the 'Safer Cars For India' initiative.

OLA Electric customer scooter test rides to commence today

TECHNOLOGY

OLA Electric customer scooter test rides to commence today

OLA customers to finally experience the much-hyped scooter before they make the final payment.

Tata EVs’ total cost of ownership will be on par with petrol, diesel cars by 2023: Shailesh Chandra

BUSINESS

Tata EVs’ total cost of ownership will be on par with petrol, diesel cars by 2023: Shailesh Chandra

Tata Motors is looking at becoming an end-to-end solutions provider when it comes to EVs and the EV ecosystem. By setting-up an all-EV subsidiary, there’s plenty about the brand’s recent moves that need dissecting.

Top 5 CNG cars you can buy as petrol, diesel prices rise

BUSINESS

Top 5 CNG cars you can buy as petrol, diesel prices rise

A viable alternative to petrol or diesel powertrains, cars with factory-fitted CNG kits are likely to see an increase in demand from consumers who continue to travel long distances regularly.

Maruti Suzuki vs Tata Motors: New customer choices could lead to change of guard

AUTOMOBILE

Maruti Suzuki vs Tata Motors: New customer choices could lead to change of guard

Maruti Suzuki, the largest-selling car maker in the country for three consecutive decades, appears to be falling behind on the times as Tata Motors, another homegrown brand, emerges as a new Titan of mass to mid-range mobility by addressing passenger preferences

Lexus India boss: Constantly evaluating the right time to launch an EV in India

BUSINESS

Lexus India boss: Constantly evaluating the right time to launch an EV in India

Lexus India President PB Venugopal talks about the brand’s future plans, pumping-up localisation efforts and partaking in the electric vehicle revolution.

The all-new Range Rover has been revealed— everything you need to know about it

AUTOMOBILE

The all-new Range Rover has been revealed— everything you need to know about it

What’s the new Range Rover all about? Below is a primer.

Performance, space and utility | A peek at the 2021 BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo

AUTOMOBILE

Performance, space and utility | A peek at the 2021 BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo

The 6-Series GT is BMW’s razor-sharp rebuttal to the long-wheelbase Mercedes-Benz E-Class, currently the best-selling car in Mercedes India’s range, and is the alternative executive sedan you never knew you needed.

2021 BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo: The oft-overlooked but glorious mix of performance, space and utility

BUSINESS

2021 BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo: The oft-overlooked but glorious mix of performance, space and utility

Move over crossover SUVs. The 2021 BMW 6-Series GT 630d M Sport is here to reclaim the sedan’s glory days.

Honda to launch electric scooters—what you need to know

BUSINESS

Honda to launch electric scooters—what you need to know

HMSI has announced that it will launch an e-scooter in India by 2023.

On track to make timely deliveries of Ola S1 and S1 Pro: Varun Dubey, CMO, Ola Electric

BUSINESS

On track to make timely deliveries of Ola S1 and S1 Pro: Varun Dubey, CMO, Ola Electric

OLA Electric has confirmed that customers will be able to test ride the Ola S1 and S1 Pro from the 10th of November onwards.

What you need to know about Hyundai’s upcoming EVs

BUSINESS

What you need to know about Hyundai’s upcoming EVs

Can Hyundai’s EVs drastically alter India’s EV landscape?

How to get your vehicle scrapped — a step-by-step guide

BUSINESS

How to get your vehicle scrapped — a step-by-step guide

Everything you should know about getting your 15-year-old vehicle scrapped and deregistered.

Tata Punch gets a 5-star safety rating, here is how its rivals stack up

BUSINESS

Tata Punch gets a 5-star safety rating, here is how its rivals stack up

The Punch, to be launched on October 18, got a five-star rating for adult occupant safety by Global NCAP and a four-star rating for child occupant protection

5 things you need to know about Tata’s new EV subsidiary

BUSINESS

5 things you need to know about Tata’s new EV subsidiary

Ten vehicles in five years—Tata has moved its EV plan in top gear. TPG Group’s decision to invest Rs 7,500 crore in the yet-to-be-named subsidiary comes as a huge boost

Volvo introduces 'customer lifetime parts warranty scheme' in India. Check details

BUSINESS

Volvo introduces 'customer lifetime parts warranty scheme' in India. Check details

The scheme is applicable on all genuine Volvo parts purchased after October 1, 2021.

How to lease a Volkswagen Taigun by paying monthly installments

BUSINESS

How to lease a Volkswagen Taigun by paying monthly installments

Volkswagen India’s subscription plan, explained.

Explained | The future of fossil fuels

TRENDS

Explained | The future of fossil fuels

As fossil fuels make their last stand, it’s time to look at just how clean they can be before they’re phased out

Can India attain 30% private EV sales by 2030?

BUSINESS

Can India attain 30% private EV sales by 2030?

The government is setting lofty targets for EV sales penetration to reduce crude oil import. Can they be achieved?

Review | Tata Punch: Can Tata Motors’ new sub-compact SUV thrive in a highly competitive segment?

TECHNOLOGY

Review | Tata Punch: Can Tata Motors’ new sub-compact SUV thrive in a highly competitive segment?

With its short-turning radius and diminutive dimensions, the Tata Punch lives up to both the “compact” and the “SUV” label.

The Made-in-India Mercedes-Benz S-Class is here

BUSINESS

The Made-in-India Mercedes-Benz S-Class is here

The greatest car in the world, now assembled in India, and sold at a much lower price.

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