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2026 Honda ZR-V First Drive at BIC: Does This Hybrid SUV Live Up to the ‘Sport’ in SUV?

There was something magical about growing up as a car enthusiast in the 2000s and 2010s. New car launches did not instantly appear on your phone through reels, YouTube videos or endless social media posts. Instead, you waited for the latest issue of your favourite automotive magazine to arrive. You would carefully flip through its […]

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MG ADAPT Platform Revealed: India’s 1st Multi NEV Architecture Explained

JSW MG Motor India has revealed the first look at the MG ADAPT Platform, a new architecture that will underpin the brand’s future New Energy Vehicle lineup in India. ADAPT stands for Advanced Drive Architecture Platform Technology and represents MG’s next step towards electrified mobility. The platform has been developed exclusively for new energy vehicles

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Kia Syros EV Spied Undisguised Ahead of Launch: Design, Battery & More

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Kia India is preparing to launch the new Kia Syros EV in the Indian market. Ahead of its official launch, the Syros EV has been spied without any camouflage while filming a promotional advertisement, revealing its final production-ready styling in full. The EV is expected to be priced from Rs 13 lakh (ex-showroom). BaaS is

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Volkswagen Tayron Life Launched at Rs 41.99 Lakh: Gets AWD, L2 ADAS at Rs 5 Lakh Less

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Volkswagen India has launched the Tayron Life in India at Rs 41.99 lakh (ex showroom), making it Rs 5 lakh more affordable than the flagship Tayron R Line. While the new Life variant misses out on the sporty R Line styling package and the third row of seats, it retains the same powerful 2.0 litre

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2026 Tata Harrier and Safari Stealth Edition Launched: What Has Changed?

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Tata Motors has launched the 2026 Harrier and Safari Stealth Edition in India. The special editions are based on the Fearless Ultra trim of the Harrier and the Accomplished Ultra trim of the Safari. The Stealth Edition is available with both petrol and diesel engine options. Prices for the Harrier Stealth Edition range from Rs

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2026 Nissan Tekton Variants Explained: Which Is the Right Variant for You?

Cars, REVIEWS / By Cliffard Gerald

Nissan India has launched the much awaited Nissan Tekton mid size SUV at a starting price of Rs 10.49 lakh (ex showroom). It is Nissan’s badge engineered version of the Renault Duster. Bookings for the mid size SUV are now open, while customer deliveries will begin from July 20th. Buyers can choose between a 100

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2026 Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster: Price, Variants, Engine Options Compared

Cars, REVIEWS / By Cliffard Gerald

Nissan India has launched the much awaited Nissan Tekton mid size SUV in India at a starting price of Rs 10.49 lakh (ex showroom). The Tekton is Nissan’s badge engineered version of the Renault Duster. Bookings for the SUV are now open, while deliveries will begin from July 20. This is Nissan India’s second product

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Nissan Tekton Launched at Rs 10.49 Lakh: All You Need to Know About the Creta and Duster Rival

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Nissan India has launched the much awaited Nissan Tekton mid size SUV at Rs 10.49 lakh (ex showroom). It is Nissan’s badge engineered version of the Renault Duster. Bookings for the mid size SUV are now open, while customer deliveries will begin from July 20. The Tekton is the brand’s second product launch this year

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Volkswagen Tayron Lower Spec Variant Teased: What to Expect from the Fortuner Rival

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Volkswagen India has teased the lower spec, non R Line version of the Volkswagen Tayron SUV ahead of its official launch on July 10. The new variant will join the Tayron R Line that was introduced in India earlier this year at a price of Rs 46.99 lakh (ex showroom). Unlike the five seat Tiguan,

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The Story of TVS Apache: The Motorcycle That Grew Up With India

Drivepedia / By Cliffard Gerald

Some motorcycles become successful because they sell in large numbers. Very few go beyond that and become part of people’s memories. The TVS Apache is one of those rare motorcycles. Today, with more than seven million riders across the world, the Apache has established itself as one of India’s most successful performance motorcycle brands. But

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