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    Shapur Kotwal

    Autocar India

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    Background

    Deputy editor at Autocar India.

    Shapur is at the forefront of the magazine's extensive road testing activities and oversees the test instrumentation and data acquisition. Shapur has possibly the most experience among all road testers in the country.

    Stories By Shapur Kotwal

    Jul 16, 2025 02:47:00 PM

    Tesla DC Supercharger network to come to India

    There will be 16 Superchargers each for Mumbai and Delhi, in addition to other regular chargers.

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    Jul 08, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Maruti e Vitara to get made in India front e-axle

    The e Vitara will initially launch in India as a front-wheel drive model, with the AWD version expected later.

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    Apr 12, 2025 08:30:00 AM

    New BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe India launch by mid-2025

    The new sportier 2 Series Gran Coupé is likely to be powered by a downsized 1.5 petrol.

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    Mar 02, 2025 12:27:00 AM

    Modern Classic Rally 2025 features over 110 cars

    2025 iteration of the Modern Classic Rally featured renowned cars like the R33 Nissan GT-R, Toyota Supra, Dodge Viper...

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    Feb 22, 2025 12:06:00 PM

    The Modern Classic Rally is back! 2025 event details

    Over 80 of the most alluring modern classics will be in attendance over the two-day event in Mumbai next weekend.

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    Jan 29, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    McLaren sells 50 cars in India

    The highest selling McLarens in India since 2022 are the 720S and the newer 750S.

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    Jan 18, 2025 09:37:00 AM

    Skoda India to bring back diesel

    The Superb on display at Auto Expo 2025 has a 2.0-litre diesel engine with AWD.

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    Jan 13, 2025 02:35:00 PM

    Ford Everest for India could get 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine

    Larger capacity engine could help Ford take on rivals like the Toyota Fortuner.

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    Nov 24, 2024 04:50:00 PM

    2024 Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally sets new standard wi...

    This year’s rally had 95 cars and a special focus on three distinctive classes.

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    Aug 14, 2025 10:18:00 AM

    Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor long term video review

    The Fronx based Taisor from Toyota arrived to the Autocar Long Term fleet in 1.0-litre turbo-petrol-manual guise and ...

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    Aug 04, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Mercedes EQS SUV 450 long term review, 7,000km report

    Final report: Can our long-term EQS SUV do a trip to Surat and back on one charge? We didn't plan it that way.

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    Jun 06, 2025 08:11:00 PM

    Skoda Slavia 1.5 TSI DSG long term video review

    After clocking 12,500 km with the Skoda Slavia, we've tested this sedan in every real-world condition—from city...

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    May 18, 2025 11:56:00 AM

    Tesla Cybertruck video review

    Tesla's official entry into India might take a while, but their EVs find a way to come around. The Cybertruck is unap...

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    Apr 20, 2025 04:00:00 PM

    Toyota Taisor long term review, 7,500km report

    With its 1.0 turbo engine, compact dimensions and fun demeanour, Toyota’s Taisor unleashes the charm initiative.

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    Feb 24, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Hyundai Ioniq 5 long term review, 21,000km report

    Third report: Our 2024 Car of the Year is a near-perfect fit for the city.

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    Jan 31, 2025 05:17:00 PM

    Skoda Slavia DSG long term review, 12,500km report

    Final Report: The twin-clutch auto, 150hp Skoda Slavia, with its cool matte paint job, hits the spot when it comes to...

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    Dec 09, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    2024 BMW M4 Competition review: M 4 Madness

    Taking the updated M4 Competition up to the Austrian Alps helps us figure out why this giant killer from BMW is curre...

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    Nov 28, 2024 06:33:00 PM

    Ford Everest video review

    The beloved Endeavour will be coming back to India in an all-new avatar and bearing the Everest nameplate. We attempt...

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    Jul 25, 2025 04:40:00 PM

    Tesla Model Y: 5 tech highlights you just have to know

    The Tesla Model Y was the world’s bestselling car in 2023 and 2024, and there’s good reason why.

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    Jul 13, 2025 09:00:00 AM

    Cybertruck: Tesla's tech marvel driven in India

    Tesla’s Cybertruck is probably the most radical vehicle ever. We get up close and personal with the truck that ...

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    Jun 06, 2025 12:59:00 PM

    Toyota Fortuner Neo Drive: 48V mild-hybrid tech explained

    48V system could make the Fortuner five percent more fuel efficient.

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    Apr 19, 2025 12:00:00 PM

    Mercedes G Wagen vs Airavat: Battle Stations

    We visit the Vehicle Factory Jabalpur to meet the Made-in-India Airavat, driving in a Mercedes G-Wagen - an off-roade...

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    Mar 29, 2025 08:30:00 AM

    The Maharaja of Gondal: Mr AMG

    The Maharaja of Gondal likes AMGs so much he has nine! We spend time with what is one of the finest AMG collections a...

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    Mar 23, 2025 08:30:00 AM

    Fast from the past: Fiat 1100 Group 2 racer

    This 1980s heavily modified Group 2 Fiat track car was so much faster than the stock car, and it became a legend.

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    Feb 26, 2025 06:28:00 PM

    Hottest cars coming to Modern Classic Rally 2025

    There's going to be Ferraris, Porsches, American muscle cars, JDM Classics and much more.

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    Feb 16, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Porsche 911 Turbo: driving the legends

    Porsche created a legend when it launched the OG 911 ‘Turbo’. We take a close look at, and drive, many of...

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    Feb 14, 2025 05:51:00 PM

    How to import classic cars in India: all questions answered

    You can now import any car that is over 50 years old, but you still have to pay a 256 percent duty on it! So, how muc...

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    Aug 26, 2025 09:00:00 AM

    Toyota Innova: Real muscle

    It’s been 20 years since the Toyota Innova was launched in India. We salute its near indestructible build, its ...

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    Aug 10, 2025 12:00:00 PM

    Opinion: Small is beautiful

    Small-volume British manufacturers make some of the most alluring cars.

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    Jul 27, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Cars rock, they really do

    Cars and rock stars – they orbit the same space.

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    Jul 21, 2025 07:02:00 PM

    Opinion: Creta class

    The Hyundai Creta hasn't just been a massive success it’s the one that defined the class. And that's all down t...

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    Jul 06, 2025 10:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Does the Indian car industry need more local com...

    Strong local competition will foster the biggest steps forward for the India auto industry.

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    May 18, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Opinion: The real connected cars

    Why cars today struggle to deliver a real ‘connected’ driving experience.

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    May 04, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Opinion: Alfa Romeo; inventing the performance sedan

    Alfa Romeo was an exceptional car company, run by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts.

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    Apr 21, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Mercedes E 450, now with jet thrust

    The new E 450 gets a smooth, turbine-like straight six engine.

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    Mar 22, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Why air suspension is not always better

    High-tech is not always better. Often, simple tech gets the job done just as well.

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    What is your biggest concern with the roll out of E20 fuel?

    Loss of fuel efficiency

     

    19.57%

    Long term corrosion of mechanical components

     

    69.16%

    I am not concerned, on the whole this is a good move

     

    11.27%

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