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    Hormazd Sorabjee

    Autocar India

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    Our editor has been writing about cars for over 30 years. He has driven everything on wheels from a 65-ton battle tank to a Formula 1 car and still can’t get enough. His dream is to drive from the Autocar UK office to Autocar India HQ.

    Stories By Hormazd Sorabjee

    Oct 18, 2024 12:06:00 PM

    Skoda-Volkswagen India's EVs to use affordable CMP 21 pla...

    VW China’s CMP platform can underpin EVs up to 4.8 metres in length, giving Skoda, VW India the possibility of ...

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    Oct 17, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    Volkswagen readying Kylaq based compact SUV for 2026

    Volkswagen's plans for India have seen a significant shift prompting the need to enter the fiercely competitive compa...

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    Oct 16, 2024 03:35:00 PM

    Toyota developing mini Fortuner to rival Scorpio, Roxx

    Toyota’s new monocoque-based 4x4 SUV will fill the gap between the Fortuner and Hyryder.

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    Oct 09, 2024 11:58:00 PM

    Industry legend Ratan Tata dies at 86

    After a prolonged illness due to age-related health issues, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons passes away in hospital.

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    Sep 09, 2024 02:44:00 PM

    How Tata's first EV was conceived in just a year's time, ...

    Tata Motors’ chairman was told it would take four years to make an EV. He recalls his conversation with former ...

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    Sep 06, 2024 02:33:00 PM

    Exclusive! JLR, Tata Motors to jointly make and export EV...

    Tata Group head N Chandrasekaran confirms that JLR and Tata EVs will be manufactured on a common platform.

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    Jul 20, 2024 05:54:00 PM

    Next-gen Kushaq, Taigun, Slavia, Virtus could switch to u...

    Larger platform under consideration for future replacements of existing models, a new 7-seater SUV and hybrid powertr...

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    May 03, 2024 12:27:00 PM

    India could be Citroen’s second largest market in f...

    If Citroen attains its target in our country, India could overtake Italy, Citroen’s second-largest market at pr...

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    Apr 15, 2024 12:04:00 PM

    New Renault Duster, Nissan SUV India line-up to be petrol...

    Both brands to share 1.0 and 1.3 turbo-petrols; no plans to bring back the K9K diesel.

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    Nov 02, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Mercedes EQE SUV long term review, 11,000km report

    First report: The new addition to our fleet impressed us with its performance, range and refinement in its first high...

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    Oct 05, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Ferrari 12Cilindri review: the ultimate V12

    It's named in honour of the 830hp, naturally aspirated V12 under its long hood, but is this grand tourer worthy of it...

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    Oct 02, 2024 01:59:00 PM

    Ferrari 12 Cilindri video review

    The 12 Cilindri is the latest in a long line of Ferrari V12 GTs, joining a list of all-time greats.

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    Sep 24, 2024 11:04:00 AM

    Mercedes EQS SUV review: High on EQ

    A refined blend of luxury and practicality at a compelling price.

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    Aug 17, 2024 12:02:00 PM

    Mahindra Thar Roxx review: An SUV that does it all?

    The new 5-door Roxx is much more than a stretched Thar. It sets a new benchmark for off-roaders by blending toughness...

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    Jul 13, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Mercedes GLC long term review, 8,700km report

    First report: Merc’s updated SUV enters our fleet in oil burner form, and it impresses us with its fuel economy...

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    Jul 10, 2024 08:02:00 AM

    Porsche 911 Carrera GTS review: Hybrid power unlocked

    The Porsche 911 gets a hybrid powertrain for the first time ever, which marks a new beginning for the world’s m...

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    Jul 10, 2024 03:30:00 AM

    2024 Porsche 911 GTS video review

    The new hybrid 911 has a gearbox-mounted electric motor, which brings out the best of the 3.6-litre flat-six turbo-pe...

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    Jul 02, 2024 10:01:00 AM

    Audi Q6 e-tron review: Start of a new wave

    The Q6 e-tron is more than just a new model. It’s the start of a new wave of electric cars that will redefine A...

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    Oct 10, 2024 09:14:00 PM

    Ratan Tata (1937 – 2024)

    In memory of Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata, who passed away at the age of 86.

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    Oct 01, 2024 04:44:00 PM

    Volvo XC40 Recharge: Staying alive

    Gaping potholes, erratic traffic, blinding rain and fog make for a dangerous cocktail. We tell you how to survive Ind...

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    Aug 23, 2024 04:34:00 PM

    300th issue special: Cracking 300kph, 3 times

    As part of our 300th issue, we celebrate and relive the 300kph milestones we hit.

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    Jun 19, 2024 05:20:00 PM

    The untold story behind Maruti’s diesel exit

    A technical flaw in the cylinder head proved to be a monumental blunder that cost Maruti almost a thousand crores and...

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    May 01, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Feature: Ice drifting in a Porsche 911 Dakar

    Discovering the raw thrill of driving Porsche 911s in the frozen Arctic.

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    Apr 28, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Feature: Dancing on ice in an Audi RS4 Avant

    A frozen lake in Arctic Finland is the playground for an unforgettable experience behind the wheel of an Audi RS4 Avant.

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    Apr 14, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Feature: Visiting Mahindra's future proof EV development ...

    Mahindra’s new state-of-the-art facility for testing and validating batteries will play a key role in defining ...

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    Jan 02, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Setting the first ever EV BIC lap record with a Porsche T...

    The 761hp electric sedan made it around the 5.125km circuit just 10.459sec behind the 911 GT3 RS.

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    Jan 01, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    How the Porsche 911 GT3 RS lapped the BIC in under 2 minu...

    Narain Karthikeyan beats his previous lap record with 175hp less.

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    Dec 14, 2023 09:00:00 PM

    Maruti 800 @ 40

    Celebrating four decades of India’s favourite car that became a giant and changed Indian roads forever.

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    Jul 14, 2023 12:25:00 PM

    Maruti Zen at 30

    Remembering the Maruti Zen and Auto India magazine, which were born at the same time, exactly three decades ago.

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    Apr 27, 2021 07:28:00 PM

    Farewell to a people’s man who led a people’s...

    Decisive, visionary, and passionate, Jagdish Khattar transformed Maruti from a monopolistic monolith into an agile co...

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    Aug 10, 2015 11:58:00 AM

    What's in a name?

    Suzuki’s all-new hatchback has been christened the Baleno for Europe but in India, Maruti should call it the Zen.

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    Dec 14, 2013 04:38:00 PM

    The car that put India on wheels

    The Maruti 800 was born 30 years ago and changed the face of motoring in India forever.

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    Nov 20, 2013 04:49:00 AM

    Secret City

    The all-new Honda City is the industry’s best kept secret and the most awaited launch today. Can’t wait f...

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    May 31, 2013 10:09:00 PM

    Everest by road

    Back in 1994, we drove five Mahindra Armadas right up to the base camp of Mt Everest as part of a 13,000km voyage acr...

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    Feb 21, 2013 06:00:00 PM

    Ratan Tata's biggest achievement

    Ratan Tata's most significant contributions.

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    Poll of the month

    Which brand showed the best India-bound two-wheelers at EICMA 2024?

    Hero (Xpulse 210, Xtreme 250, Karizma XMR 250, Vida Z)

     

    44.64%

    Royal Enfield (Classic 650 Twin, Bear 650, Flying Flea C6)

     

    28.93%

    KTM (390 Adventure R, 390 SMC R, 390 Enduro R)

     

    15.46%

    Aprilia (Tuono 457, Tuareg Rally)

     

    10.97%

    Total Votes : 401
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