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    Audi Q5 – Yay or Nay?

    On paper, the Audi Q5 sure seems like a capable SUV. But what does it feel like in the real world? We do some pedal to metal driving to find out.

    While the German car manufacturer, Audi, has some of the finest cars on offer, Audi fans will agree that the Q5, which sits between the Q3 and the Q7 has in the past, received somewhat of a tepid response from enthusiasts. Now, after a brief hiatus, the Q5 is back to take on BMW X3…

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    RACHNA TYAGI
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    Yamaha FZ-X: Quirky yet Practical

    Yamaha has decided to refresh the commuter segment with a neo-retro bike, but is the FZ range starting to look dated or is it still an attractive proposition?

    The FZ lineup is Yamaha's most successful range in India and to give it a bit more versatility, the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer decided to introduce the FZ-X. It offers the commuter segment an urban retro motorcycle with rugged looks and well-known Japanese reliability. The idea behind this motorcycle came into being when Yamaha launched a…

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    ARUP DAS
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    Knockout Punch!

    Tata Motors is on a roll and their latest offering takes a ‘Punch’ at rivals. How do we know? Suffice to say, we got more than just a ringside view.

    What’s not to like about Tata Punch? Built on Tata Motors’ ALFA-ARC (Agile Light Flexible Architecture) combined with its bold design language, thanks to IMPACT 2.0 design, this latest offering from Tata’s stables is all set to punch the lights out of rivals such as Maruti Suzuki Ignis, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger. Don’t believe…

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    RACHNA TYAGI
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    MG Astor- A Technophile’s Delight

    With a bunch of really cool advanced Tech features onboard, the MG Astor, is all set to take on rivals. But then, does it have what it takes? We tell you…

    Each time MG Motor announces a new car, excitement levels amongst new car buyers reaches a frenzy of sorts. While a big reason for that is because MG Motor has walked the talk by successfully delivering three products in 18 months and is now gearing up for the launch of its fourth product, the much-awaited…

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    RACHNA TYAGI
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    Power Poser

    The Honda CB200X is a handsome motorcycle but like they say… “handsome is what handsome does.” Does the new entrant then have what it takes to win hearts? Read on to learn the answer to that question…

    Honda’s latest motorcycle, the CB200X, launched recently, will fill the gap between an out and out budget off-roader and a naked motorbike in the Indian motorcycle market. With no motorcycle that sits in between the two ends of the spectrum, capable of weekend touring and soft off-roading, the CB200X should appeal to many who’re looking…

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    RAHIL SHAIKH
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    Minimalistic Elegance

    Should you buy the India manufactured Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 with its Swedish design and Austrian engine? We tell you…

    A few moons ago, a pair of Swedish bombs dropped in India in the guise of the Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250. Both motorcycles which are brand new offerings for India, are best described in two words – ‘Minimalistic Elegance.’ Until their launch, the Indian motorcycle market had not seen anything even remotely close…

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    RAHIL SHAIKH
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    Return of the King

    The big bad Hayabusa returns and is now fully loaded with features that will shame many. Does it still hold its legendary cult status? Let us fire up the afterburners and find out.

    If history has taught us anything it is that every era comes to an end and sadly that is true of the golden age of the larger-than-life sports tourers. Thankfully, Suzuki, has reintroduced the iconic GSX1300R Hayabusa. Yes, it doesn’t have any direct competition anymore as Kawasaki decided to retire its arch-nemesis the Ninja ZX-14R…

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    ARUP DAS
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    Nth Degree Fun

    The recently introduced Hyundai i20 N Line will bring out the racer in you. The question is are you ready for fun and games?

    Born in Namyang and honed at Nurburgring, Hyundai, has brought its N Line, to India, and now, you can now drive it in Nagpur or Nellore or Nandigram (Besides everywhere else in India) to your heart’s content. We recently got our hands on the i20 N Line and after some pedal to metal driving, felt…

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    RACHNA TYAGI
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    A motorcycle for all seasons

    Honda enters the 500cc segment in India with a light, agile and practical adventure motorcycle. Despite the Japanese manufacturer being late to the party, will the CB500X manage to disrupt the mid-size ADV class? Here’s what we think…

    Last few years has seen an upswing in Adventure motorcycles, especially since the entry of the mid-size segment contenders, making them more affordable for many buyers. Honda is known for being extremely meticulous. The Japanese manufacturer waited, watched, analyzed and finally decided to enter the 500cc market in India. It has been present in this segment…

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    ARUP DAS
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    Track-day with Mahindra XUV700

    What better way to start India’s 75th Independence Day celebrations than by driving from MRV (Mahindra Research Valley) to MSPT (Mahindra SUV Proving Track), Chennai, in one of India’s most awaited SUV- the Mahindra XUV700?

    A visit to MRV (Mahindra Research Valley) and to the brand new MSPT (Mahindra SUV Proving Track), in Tamil Nadu’s Kanchipuram district, is enough to give you a glimpse into the future of all things Automotive at Mahindra. While MRV (125 acres inside Mahindra City) has been built with an investment of INR 6.5 billion…

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    RACHNA TYAGI