Auto Reviews

Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 DSG/ Manual Review: VW’s make it or break it SUV
Aug 11, 2021It’s been a bit of a wait for the Volkswagen Taigun but now the compact SUV is nearing the start of production, followed by the launch in the 3rd week of September. We recently drove the 1.5 L variants with manual and DSG transmissions to find out how different is the Taigun from the Skoda Kushaq and is it good enough to take the fight to the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.

The Grand Tour presents Lochdown review: The old spark truly back?
Aug 01, 2021On The Grand Tour presents Lochdown; Richard falls over, James screams “CLARKSOOOOOONNN” and Jeremy is the meat in an incompetent sandwich.

2021 Mini JCW Review: Giving it the Mr Beans!
Jul 29, 2021Most see a Mini and think of the Monte Carlo Rally, or the movie – The Italian Job, but not Rahul. So he gives the new Mini John Cooper Works the Mr Beans to see if it finally excites him.

Livinguard Tube Mask Lite review: Rider-friendly nose cover’s pros and cons explained
Jul 27, 2021On the few motorcycle long rides that we had the pleasure of undertaking, the mask performed near perfectly.

BS6 Benelli TRK 502 Road Test Review: Globetrotting on a budget, the Italian way!
Jul 16, 2021The TRK 502 looks big, has adequate power & features, and delivers comfort in plenty. All this good enough for its price? We found out recently!

Trans Arunachal Drive 2021: 2,000 life-changing kilometres in a Mahindra Thar
Jul 13, 2021Nothing in this world excites me more than a road trip. The longer the journey, the better. When the Arunachal Tourism invited us for a week-long road trip, there was no way I was going to pass up on such an opportunity.

Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI MT Review: The better half?
Jul 09, 2021The top of the line Skoda Kushaq 1.5 TSI may cost a pretty penny. But the 1.0 TSI model might just be the ideal value for money choice. We drove the manual Kushaq 1.0 TSI to find out if it really is.

Tata Safari Road Test Review: What you think you want vs what you really want
Jul 07, 2021If you’re looking to buy a 3-row SUV that seats up to seven, the new Tata Safari will do the job brilliantly, but what if you’re looking for pizzazz or personality? Does the Safari really sail that boat in an urban environment?

Hyundai Alcazar Diesel/ Petrol Review: Make way for the new King!
Jun 25, 2021Hyundai Alcazar is the first SUV by the company in the 6/7 seat segment in India and is now already on sale. Although priced competitively, the Hyundai Alcazar will rival the likes of the Tata Safari, MG Hector Plus and the upcoming Mahindra XUV700. So can Alcazar take the top spot in the segment as per Hyundai’s expectations or not? We drove the Hyundai Alcazar Diesel automatic and petrol automatic to find out.

Mahindra Thar Diesel AT, Goa, and love at third sight!
Jun 16, 2021We went in search of the unknown parts of Goa in a Mahindra Thar and found more than just some scenic and tranquil locations. The SUV is known for being a capable off-roader but is it the perfect holiday companion as well? Find out in our Mahindra Thar diesel AT review!

Apollo ActiGrip F6/R6 Tyres Review: Lesser-priced option for Royal Enfield Himalayan but worth it?
May 26, 2021If you are someone looking to replace the tyres on your Royal Enfield Himalayan, there aren’t too many value-for-money options available in the market at present. In that case, do Apollo’s new ActiGrip F6/R6 tyres make sense?

Ather 450X Road Test Review: Living with India’s Superhero of electric scooters
May 27, 2021Ather 450X is more of an ownership experience that will surely change your perception of electric scooters in India. We recently spent one and a half week with it to bring some interesting revelations!

Amazing roads in India: World’s 2nd tallest Shiva statue with Honda Drive to Discover X
Apr 23, 2021This year’s Honda Drive to Discover X was all about driving some lovely cars like City, WR-V, and Jazz from Bengaluru to Goa along the beautiful coastline of Karnataka. Here is our experience!

Bajaj Avenger BS6 review, road test: Entry-level unicorn cruisers ridden
Apr 24, 2021We sampled both the BS6 Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise and Bajaj Avenger 160 Street to understand if they are indeed a one-size-fits-all motorcycles or not.

Hero Glamour BS6 review: Questions on mileage, gearbox, reliability answered
Apr 06, 2021The Hero Glamour was one of the best-selling 125cc bikes for a long time, and we have got the BS6 iteration for a full road test.

Mercedes-AMG A35 4Matic Review: Fastest car under Rs 60 lakh!
Apr 05, 2021The Mercedes-AMG A35 is the smallest performance model the German automaker has in its arsenal. It is also the second AMG to be built in India. But is this AMG any good for everyday driving our Indian roads? That’s exactly why we drove one to find out.

Honda CB500X Review, Test Ride: Decoding the Heart vs Mind Battle!
Apr 05, 2021Despite carrying a hefty price tag, the Honda CB500X makes sense for many of you out there. Here’s how!

Honda CB350RS Review, Test Ride: 15+ changes over H’ness justify the price premium?
Mar 17, 2021If you ever thought that the Honda H’ness CB350 was too classic or retro, you now have a sportier alternative in the form of the CB350RS – a bike that likes to think it’s a Scrambler. We list down all the changes between the two in this review and also reveal how those translate on the road.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine Test Drive Review: Master of all trades!
Mar 12, 2021In 2020, Mercedes-Benz got 53 percent of its sales from the sedan portfolio and now the company is pushing the game with the new A-Class Limousine. How good is it? We find out in this review.

BS6 TVS Radeon Road Test Review: Still as Sensible & Sweet?
Mar 08, 2021TVS Radeon is one of the three 110cc commuter bikes that the company currently sells in India. Is the BS6 recipe as delicious as the BS4 version?

New Suzuki Access 125 Review | Addition of navigation on-the-go improves the deal
Mar 08, 2021Is the Suzuki Access 125 still the same refined, comfortable and practical daily commuter that delivers value for the money it demands? We found out with this matte blue unit that lived with us for some days.

BMW M340i xDrive Review: Quickest Made in India Car
Mar 05, 2021The BMW M340i xDrive is a hoot to drive but can it relate back to the older BMWs that were such a driving delight?

2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan Review | Small changes make big difference
Mar 02, 20212021 Royal Enfield Himalayan remains identical to the motorcycle we rode over a year ago when it was launched with BS-VI compliance. But, it now features Royal Enfield’s Tripper navigation and improved ergonomics as well.

SVM Prana First Ride Review: India’s fastest electric bike quicker than Bajaj Pulsar 220F
Feb 26, 2021‘Prana’ means a life-giving force and this new electric bike from the house of Srivaru Motors aims to induce some more life in the Indian electric two-wheeler segment. Has it managed to succeed in this?

Renault Kiger Road Test Review: Beats the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza?
Feb 24, 2021Renault Kiger – the platform sibling of Nissan Magnite primarily rubs shoulders against the likes of Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Nissan Magnite, Toyota Urban Cruiser and the Tata Nexon in the highly competitive subcompact SUV segment. Here is how it is to drive along with its hits and misses!

Royal Enfield MiY Review: Customized riding gear at great prices
Feb 22, 2021Royal Enfield’s MiY or Make-It-Yours initiative offers liberty to the customers in terms of bike, riding gear and apparel customization and we recently tried the said platform on a helmet and a T-shirt. Here’s our experience as we also decode the entire process!

Suzuki Burgman BS6 Bluetooth review, road test: Almost perfect scooter for families, enthusiasts
Feb 09, 2021We highly recommend the BS6 Burgman for its ease of rideability as well as generally a wide range of capabilities that you will expect from your scooter. Add the word “fun” while doing all this!
