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    Sergius Barretto

    Autocar India

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    Sergius has been a part of the automotive industry for 18 years, fixing, selling, training and consulting on all things automotive. Auto enthusiast by birth. Auto engineer by education. Now auto journalist by profession.

    Stories By Sergius Barretto

    Dec 04, 2025 01:20:34 PM

    Tata Harrier EV to get AWD on lower trims

    Currently, the Harrier EV gets QWD only on the top Empowered trim.

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    Sep 05, 2025 08:03:00 PM

    Cara developed for all of Stellantis’ global brands...

    Citroen India’s newly launched digital assistant ‘Cara’ has been fully developed in India.

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    Sep 04, 2025 12:06:00 AM

    New GST rates to bring car and bike prices down

    All cars and motorcycles under 350cc see a reduction in tax rates; EVs remain unchanged, while bikes above 350cc see ...

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    Aug 31, 2025 06:18:00 PM

    Warranties valid even on E20 fuel, say Govt and industry ...

    Government, industry leaders and oil OEMs come together to explain the country’s E20 push, with assurances on w...

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    Aug 16, 2025 04:00:00 PM

    Tata Motors to re-enter passenger car market in South Africa

    The re-entry comes six years after exiting the market and signals a potential revival of Tata Motors’ export bu...

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    Aug 15, 2025 06:02:00 PM

    Mahindra unveils all new platform with four SUV concepts

    Called NU_IQ, the monocoque platform offers multi-fuel and AWD capabilities and will underpin a host of new midsize S...

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    Aug 13, 2025 04:44:00 PM

    Maruti likely to offer E20 upgrade kits

    These upgrade kits will consist of E20 compliant metal, rubber and plastic parts.

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    Jul 23, 2025 07:00:00 AM

    Defender India production faces hurdles

    Defender is JLR's best-seller in India, but one of only two models not locally assembled.

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    Jul 11, 2025 03:31:00 PM

    New Range Rover logo won’t replace the lettermark

    The new symbol will not replace the Range Rover lettermark but will instead be used in smaller areas and on merchandi...

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    Nov 13, 2025 12:03:00 PM

    Maruti Suzuki e Vitara video review

    Maruti's first EV is not your typical Maruti, as we find out driving it in the UK.

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    Nov 10, 2025 01:20:00 PM

    Suzuki e Vitara review: Powering Up

    Maruti Suzuki’s first EV is finally ready and rolling on European streets. We head to the UK to see what’...

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    Oct 27, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    2025 Mahindra Thar Roxx long term review, 16,000km report

    After playing support car at our Offroad Day and NATRAX supercar club event, the Roxx heads off on an everyday family...

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    Oct 16, 2025 07:37:00 PM

    Skoda Elroq video review

    Skoda's global line-up is expanding with electric vehicles. We've sampled the Elroq in Europe and feel it's a model t...

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    Oct 01, 2025 05:15:00 PM

    Skoda Elroq review: Solid as a rock

    The Elroq is Skoda’s smallest EV yet, but does it have potential for India? We find out.

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    Sep 21, 2025 11:00:00 AM

    2025 Mercedes Benz E 450 long term review, 3000km report

    First report: The fast and fabulous E 450 joins our long-term fleet and is quickly whisked off to a birthday celebrat...

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    Aug 29, 2025 11:00:00 AM

    2025 Renault Kiger review: French Flair

    The Kiger facelift comes just a month after the updated Triber, and gets feature enhancements. How does it all stack up?

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    Jul 20, 2025 11:14:00 AM

    Tata Harrier EV video review

    We’ve seen the Tata Harrier EV’s evolution from concept to production car, and also got a taste of its of...

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    Jul 11, 2025 10:35:00 AM

    MG M9 electric MPV video review

    If you're in the market for a luxury vehicle and rear seat comfort is a priority, the MG M9 electric MPV is a new opt...

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    Aug 13, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Ethanol blending in India: Future plans, agricultural imp...

    Despite the potential for problems, here’s why ethanol blending is important, not just for India, but for the w...

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    Aug 12, 2025 06:08:00 PM

    Alternatives to E20: XP100, E0 petrol, and retrofitting o...

    If your car is not E20-compliant, there are a few things you can do to mitigate potential long-term harm, or even con...

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    Aug 12, 2025 05:39:00 PM

    Will E20 fuel damage your car? Key risks and compatibilit...

    We list out how E20 fuel can affect your car in case its engine is not compatible with ethanol-blended petrol.

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    May 10, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Lamborghini Temerario: a close look at the Huracan successor

    The Lamborghini Huracán’s successor packs a 920hp V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain. We get a close first look ...

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    Mar 16, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Getting factory fit, the Toyota way

    Champions aren’t born; they are made. And proving the adage right is Toyota’s Technical Training Institute.

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    Sep 28, 2024 09:00:00 AM

    The Auto Car: designing our own car with Tata Motors

    Could we design our own car? Our crack(pot) team, with a lot of help from Tata Motors design, did just that.

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    Jun 30, 2024 09:00:00 AM

    How to choose the best tyres for highway drives

    With India’s highway network expanding rapidly, we help you with tyre tips for long drives.

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    Mar 18, 2024 11:30:00 PM

    Audi Q6 e-tron first look: A new beginning

    Q6 e-tron is the first Audi built on the Group's PPE platform that's set to underpin future models; India-bound in th...

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    Feb 11, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Maruti Suzuki factory visit: Making of a Jimny

    The Maruti Suzuki plant was set up back in 1983, but today, it’s home to the company’s most modern line.

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    Oct 21, 2025 01:00:00 PM

    Opinion: Saving the small car

    Could the Indian small car have hope and finally find relevance in Europe?

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    Jun 21, 2025 09:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Three must dos for Nissan's rebirth in India

    Nissan needs to treat its future plans as a re-entry and not a new phase.

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    Apr 26, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Opinion: Could we soon see a Nissan Maruti hybrid?

    A Nissan e-POWER series hybrid in a Maruti sounds challenging but is a very interesting proposition.

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    Feb 02, 2025 08:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Is the coupe-SUV body style working?

    The Tata Curvv stands out amongst traditional SUVs, but what about its sales?

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    Dec 14, 2024 09:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Luxury vans are finally gaining traction in India

    Clearly, customers today want to stretch out in luxury and aren’t averse to a van.

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    Sep 22, 2024 08:30:00 AM

    Opinion:How Mahindra and Tata fought off global competition

    These two brands are in a constant fight for the No.3 spot despite an influx of foreign players.

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    Sep 08, 2024 08:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Why a product’s price shouldn't come at th...

    At times, planners focus too much on a product’s price at the expense of its value.

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    Jul 30, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Why the Thar should remain a niche and halo brand

    While increasing sales are an accountant's delight, it creates a problem for the marketeer limiting the brand's upwar...

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    Jun 28, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Why Indian automakers should enter real estate

    It’s time Indian automakers like Mahindra, Royal Enfield get entrenched in their customers’ lifestyles.

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    Poll of the month

    The Sierra is making a comeback after over 20 years. Which other iconic nameplate would you like to see revived in India?

    Maruti Zen

     

    22.14%

    Mahindra Armada

     

    7.58%

    Hyundai Santro

     

    5.23%

    Tata Indica

     

    4.83%

    Tata Sumo

     

    25.08%

    Volkswagen Polo

     

    35.14%

    Total Votes : 1531
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