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Review: BMW 640d can turn you into a dieselhead

Sat, 19 May 2012 01:40:50 +0530

The BMW 640d can turn things on its head.

Mercedes SL350 road test

Sat, 12 May 2012 11:29:39 +0530

What the SL350 gets is a V6 petrol engine closely related to that in the E-Class that makes 316PS and 360Nm, not really worthy of the SL tag that stands for Sporty and Light.

Honda CBR150R first impressions

Mon, 07 May 2012 11:34:05 +0530

We have just received our test CBR150R and here is everything you need to know about the motorcycle.

2012 Fiat Panda first drive

Sun, 06 May 2012 10:24:22 +0530

Is the new Fiat Panda destined for India? Officially, there are no plans to make or sell it outside Europe but it looks entirely suitable for our market and an ideal successor to the now-discontinued Palio.

Review: The Piaggio Vespa scooter

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 02:06:17 +0530

For my fellow generation Z peeps, this means that for roughly the price of three Xbox 360s we can get to experience a piece of history we missed. A price worth paying if you ask me.

Review: Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:55:45 +0530

The Ertiga has contemporary looks which will appeal to a vast demographic. Maruti's objective, which is to cater to maximum percentage of the population, will be achieved with this design.

First drive: 2012 Porsche 911

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 07:24:29 +0530

Update is too mild a word actually. Unless you are a hardcore Porschephile your brain will hurt trying to pick out the differences between this sixth-generation 991-series and the earlier 997-series.

First drive: 2012 Audi A4

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:23:34 +0530

On its own the A4 is a very competent all rounder but it has a lot to prove against its German rivals.

First drive: 2012 Suzuki Sport

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 04:25:08 +0530

Suzuki is a relatively small player there and the previous Swift, introduced in 2005, was its first mainstream car.

First drive: Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 05:43:41 +0530

The Ertiga has contemporary looks which will appeal to a vast demographic. Maruti's objective, which is to cater to maximum percentage of the population, will be achieved with this design.

Roadtest: 2012 Mahindra Xylo E9

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:29:15 +0530

For the amount of features it offers and the new mHawk engine, this price might just kick sales into overdrive for the new Xylo.

First drive: 2012 Hyundai Sonata

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:16:02 +0530

In terms of driving dynamics, the Ford is still a better car and the Superb beats Hyundai (and everyone else) in sheer space for people and luggage.

2012 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport first drive

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 07:14:18 +0530

In the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, due in India in March 2012, the Fortuner will finally have a rival. First impressions from our drive in Thailand

First ride: New Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 12:07:41 +0530

Within the first few minutes you will clearly know that you are on a vastly improved machine with the new Pulsar.

First ride: Ducati Monster 795

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:00:49 +0530

The Ducati Monster 795 can be looked at as an example of cheeky engineering on the one hand and a 30-foot neon sign that points to the direction Ducati is looking forward to for future growth and prosperity.

Roadtest: 2012 Tata Nano is cheap and cheerful

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:30:51 +0530

The world's cheapest car has had an upgrade. Inflammatory jokes apart, the 2012 Tata Nano is Tata Motors' first refresh of the iconic car since its launch in 2009.

First drive: Tata Sumo Gold

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:03:12 +0530

y first memory of the Sumo is of a massive vehicle barrelling towards my dad's car while waiting at a red light. I remember it coming to a halt next to our car and sort of going into a nosedive.

First drive: Skoda Yeti 4x2

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:09:14 +0530

The Yeti is now a competition to the Aria and XUV500 and could upset Mahindra's new found apple cart.

First drive: Nissan Sunny diesel

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 06:06:04 +0530

The engine used in the Sunny is a familiar unit now, the K9K common-rail unit co-developed by Nissan and Renault which is found under the hood of the Mahindra Logan, the Nissan Micra and the just launched Renault Pulse all producing 64PS of maximum power.

First drive: Renault Pulse diesel

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:59:27 +0530

The Renault Pulse managed to assuage some of my apprehensions by proving to be an absolute delight to drive in the city. This is no surprise considering the Pulse is heavily based on the Nissan Micra.

2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class first drive

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 05:36:25 +0530

The B-class is still a tall car, even if its height has been reduced by 5cm compared with its predecessor, but the lower floor means that the seats can be more upright and increases available cabin space.

Mahindra XUV500 vs Ford Endeavour

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 05:12:52 +0530

In a sense both cars are supposed to cater to different audiences - young and not so young. In terms of road presence, the Endeavour wins, no questions asked. The sheer size of the car is enough to make grown men go weak in the knees. But what the XUV does better than the Endeavour is turning heads.

Honda Jazz vs Maruti Swift

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 06:29:12 +0530

Does the face-lift and price cut make Honda Jazz the best hatchback in market? We pit it against the segment favourite, Maruti Swift. Who wins? Read on

Bentley Continental GTC first drive

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 04:07:35 +0530

This is the drop-top version of the Continental GT (C for convertible) that was comprehensively revised last year yet carrying styling that remains conservatively aligned to the first Continental, the car that I must remind you turned around the company's fortunes.

Caterham 7 Roadster first drive

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:44:08 +0530

Colin Chapman was this clever British structural engineer who built Lotus Cars, an automobile empire which manufactured some of the greatest drivers' cars known to man.

First drive: 2012 BMW 3 Series

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:17:58 +0530

The new 3 is dramatically different from other BMW saloons and is the best looking BMW.

Roadtest: 2011 BMW X3

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:19:27 +0530

BMW is all set to take on the Audi Q5 in India with their new X3, which is already being assembled in India.

First drive: 2011 Tata Indica Vista

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:12:12 +0530

With the new Vista, Tata Motors have tried to give the Indica a more youthful appeal.

Ducati Monster 796 vs Harley Davidson 883 vs Suzuki Bandit 1250S

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:08:06 +0530

If you want a real world motorcycle the versatile Bandit is the way to go.

Chevrolet Beat diesel vs Ford Figo diesel

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:45:01 +0530

One and a half years, that's exactly how long it has been since General Motors turned a new leaf in India by launching the Chevrolet Beat. The car has proved to be a brilliant package combining a great mix of style, interiors, efficiency and dynamics.

Exclusive first drive: 2012 Toyota Fortuner

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 04:36:57 +0530

The new Fortuner may not be all-new but it does sport newer variants.

Exclusive first drive: 2012 Toyota Innova

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 04:35:47 +0530

The new Innova will be launched at the Delhi Auto Expo and expect the waiting period to only increase.

Roadtest: Bajaj Boxer BM150 no-frills motorcycle

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 03:00:01 +0530

Bajaj Auto seems to be following in Hero Motocorp's footsteps, but with a twist

Roadtest: Sunny vs Verna vs Etios

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 03:15:09 +0530

Beginning with the Sunny it doesn't have the lines to blow your mind, in fact from certain angles it does look a bit odd. At the front it feels like Nissan has tried to give the Sunny a Teana-like look with its sharp headlamps and huge boxy grille but this doesn't gel well with the rest of the car.

Maserati GranCabrio Sport first drive

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 04:54:26 +0530

The Maserati GranCabrio Sport is no ordinary spin off of Maserati's first 4-seater convertible. It's gorgeous undoubtedly, probably more stunning than the GranCabrio and easily the most good looking convertible I have ever laid my eyes on.

Mahindra XUV500 Roadtest

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 12:54:37 +0530

With an impossibly high gadget count we all expected prices to be in the region of 14-15 lakh rupees and were left shell shocked when the Mahindra XUV500 price in India of Rs 11.88 lakh ex-showroom Mumbai flashed up on screen for the fully loaded W8.

The diesel battle in the D-segment cars

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 12:23:27 +0530

The ever-dependable Toyota Corolla Altis has proved its lineage even in its diesel avatar. The Skoda Laura is known as the beast that doesn't mind getting into a scrap. The Renault Fluence would just use its suave looks to talk you into submission.

Roadtest: Hyundai Eon, the Alto competitor

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:11:59 +0530

It's not easy to upset Maruti. India's largest automotive manufacturer however now has cause for a headache and it's coming from as far south as it gets.

2011 Audi A6 2.0TDI vs 2011 BMW 520D

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 03:16:33 +0530

The 2011 Audi A6 2.0TDi in India and 2011 BMW 520d in India both share the same logic. Offer most of the goodies from their elder siblings mated to an engine that returns efficiency figures that could put a small hatch to shame.

Hyundai Eon vs Maruti Alto K10

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:09:04 +0530

The Eon wins the dogfight with first-in-segment features, better ride quality and style.

Review: Skoda Rapid

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:05:12 +0530

The Rapid rides really well, especially the diesel since it has a slightly soft suspension package.

Hero Impulse roadtest

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:01:55 +0530

The sweeping corner I love so much on this road is coming up and the Hero Impulse is busy confusing the pants off me

Old Yamaha R15 versus new Yamaha R15 version 2.0

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:26:13 +0530

The bike is as different as the Vidya Balan we see in 'The Dirty Picture'.

BMW Xperience with BMW SUVs

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 02:19:58 +0530

Driving an SUV is fun on the road but to drive it on a course designed to check the capability of the vehicle is something every off-road enthusiast must do.

Mercedes Leh-Ladakh SUV drive

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 02:09:13 +0530

Happy birthday to me! Beat this. Getting to drive one of the world's most coveted off-roaders on top of the world.

Audi Q5 2.0 TDI first drive

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 09:46:19 +0530

India is no stranger to the Q5. It's been around for quite some time now. At first with the 2.0-litre TFSI and 3.0-litre TDI engine and recently, with the 2.0-litre TDI oil burner.

Hyosung GT650N first ride - Stripped easy

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 09:55:30 +0530

For the GT650N Hyosung have done away with the bulky looking fairing of the GT650R.

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Desert Storm First Ride

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 10:19:35 +0530

Enfield fans will like these bikes and finish levels are distinctly better than before.

Toyota Liva's mileage is pleasantly shocking

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 03:10:51 +0530

When you are on the highway, in an ultra marine blue Toyota Liva freshly minted out of the factory, it's an ultimate bummer to have to drive it like a cabbie.