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    Nov 06, 2024 12:30:00 PM

    Skoda Kylaq price starts at Rs 7.89 lakh

    Stylish sub-4m SUV marks Skoda’s entry into the hotly contested compact SUV segment.

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    Nov 05, 2024 01:30:00 PM

    First Lotus India showroom to open this month

    Eletre SUV aside, Lotus Centre will also retail Emeya GT and Emira sports car.

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    May 24, 2023 12:40:00 PM

    Maruti Suzuki Jimny won't get entry-level 2WD variant

    Suzuki doesn’t want to veer away from the Jimny’s off-road DNA, thereby ruling out a two-wheel drive vari...

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    Sep 13, 2022 10:30:00 PM

    Ferrari Purosangue unveiled; India launch in 2023

    Four door, four seat model is Ferrari's most practical to date.

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    Jul 28, 2022 06:29:00 PM

    ‘We will never have a Ludicrous Mode': Rolls-Royce ...

    The British marque's first EV - the Spectre - has recently completed a new testing milestone.

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    Oct 19, 2021 11:11:00 AM

    Breaking down the Global NCAP crash test

    There’s a lot of misinformation about the Global NCAP crash tests and the ratings. We clear the air.

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    Oct 21, 2020 01:24:00 PM

    2021 Nissan Magnite first look: New compact SUV in detail

    The Nissan Magnite compact SUV has been revealed in full, ahead of its launch in 2021. There’s genuine promise ...

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    Jun 24, 2020 07:10:00 PM

    Status quo for Nissan and Renault in India under Alliance...

    Unlike in other markets, the Alliance partners will not adopt the leader-follower model in India.

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    Jun 13, 2020 08:12:00 PM

    End of the road for Tata JTP performance models

    Tata Motors to buy Jayem Automotives’ stake in the JTSV performance car venture.

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    Jul 25, 2025 11:33:00 AM

    2025 Toyota Fortuner Neo Drive video review

    The Toyota Fortuner line-up has been updated with new Neo Drive mild hybrid variants. We tell you if the 48V system c...

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    Jul 22, 2025 01:00:00 PM

    Kia Carens Clavis EV review: Multi purpose (electric) veh...

    Kia has quickly followed up the Carens Clavis’ petrol and diesel powertrains with an electric derivative. Could...

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    Jul 18, 2025 02:08:00 PM

    Mercedes-Benz GLS AMG Line video review

    The Mercedes-Benz GLS is now available in a new AMG Line variant, prices for which start from Rs 1.40 crore (ex-showr...

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    Jul 11, 2025 10:01:00 AM

    MG M9 review: Your lounge on the go

    The MG M9 electric MPV is all about pampering the boss seated at the back.

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    Jul 08, 2025 10:39:00 AM

    MG M9 interior, seating and comfort video review

    The MG M9 is a luxury MPV with a difference. We give you a quick introduction to the best seats in the house.

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    Jun 22, 2025 09:00:00 AM

    Hyundai Creta N Line long term review, 10,000km report

    Our man sees the Creta from the lens of a new dad.

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    May 28, 2025 11:03:00 AM

    2025 Tata Altroz facelift review: Sharp suiter

    Tata’s premium hatchback gets its first big update. There’s lots to talk about.

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    May 14, 2025 12:09:00 PM

    MG Windsor EV Pro review: Going the distance

    The new Pro version brings a larger battery and even more features to the popular MG electric car.

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    Apr 28, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    2025 Skoda Slavia Monte Carlo long term review, 6,400km r...

    First report: The Slavia is back in our fleet in colourful Monte Carlo guise. Unfortunately, road conditions have thw...

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    Jun 23, 2025 05:04:00 PM

    Mid size SUV AC torture test: Hyundai Creta to Mahindra T...

    Sophisticated temperature-logging equipment. A blistering hot day. 8 popular SUVs. 15 sunburnt team members. Welcome ...

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    Jun 16, 2025 03:36:00 PM

    Tata Harrier EV AWD off-road experience: 4x4 with an elec...

    The Harrier EV is not just Tata Motors’ first 4x4 in ages but also its first all-electric 4x4.

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    Apr 25, 2025 09:00:00 AM

    Driving the Hyundai i20 N Line rally race car

    JA Motorsports to build i20 N Line-based rally cars for INRC 3T and INRC 2 categories.

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    Aug 04, 2024 08:30:00 AM

    Bentley factory tour: Handcrafted at Crewe

    In a world of gigafactories, Bentley’s 15,000-unit capacity plant in Crewe, UK feels like an anomaly. But we le...

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    Dec 27, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Finali Mondiali 2023: Celebrating Ferrari motorsport at M...

    This year's event also celebrated the Scuderia's victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

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    Dec 02, 2023 08:00:00 AM

    Maruti Gypsy Electric review: Future-proofing an icon

    Don’t dispose of your old Maruti Gypsy just yet. There’s an electric conversion kit that could make it fu...

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    Sep 27, 2023 07:00:00 AM

    Feature: Driving a Skoda Slavia, Kodiaq to India's three ...

    Ladakh is the land of high passes and we set about with two Skodas to drive to Khardung La, Umling La and Chang La.

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    Apr 05, 2022 11:45:00 AM

    Pune hosts India's largest EV rally

    The EV rally was held as part of the ongoing Alternate Fuel Conclave.

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    Jan 10, 2022 04:26:00 PM

    Driving the MG ZS EV from Mumbai to Goa

    Have we wrongly typecast electric vehicles as suitable for city use only? A 570km drive from Mumbai to Goa in an MG Z...

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    Apr 03, 2018 06:00:00 PM

    Tempted to touch

    The new touchscreen is the highlight of the Ford Freestyle’s cabin.

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    Feb 09, 2017 11:30:00 AM

    Boost is the secret

    The Baleno RS’ launch is less than a month away. And I have big hopes for it.

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    Jan 27, 2017 10:20:00 AM

    What could Peugeot bring to India?

    You’ve read this before, but this time around Peugeot really is coming to India. Nikhil Bhatia has his wish lis...

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    Jun 23, 2016 04:05:00 PM

    A few good days at Goodwood

    If you are a motorsport fan, the Goodwood Festival of Speed is one event you can't miss. Nikhil Bhatia relives the 20...

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    Jan 08, 2016 12:50:00 PM

    Tracking two decades of Auto Expo

    Nikhil Bhatia was six years old when he witnessed his first Auto Expo in 1993. He hasn't missed any since. Here are n...

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