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Tyres and tribulations

Bridgestone is set to launch its Ecopia range of tyres in India and we got an opportunity to test them at the company’s proving grounds in Thailand.
1 min read3 Jan '16
Saptarshi ShuklaSaptarshi Shukla
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Ecopia tyres are available in two variants.

Wet braking tests were demonstrated with the Ecopia going against competitor brands.

Lamborghini to Khardungla: A long way to the top

A Lamborghini Huracan takes on the world’s highest motorable road. Nikhil Bhatia gives you a cliff-side view.
3 min read28 Dec '15
Nikhil BhatiaNikhil Bhatia
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Not the hill climb you’d picture a Lamborghini doing. Gravel roads? Done and dusted.

Snow adds its own challenges towards the top.

Khardung La is also the gateway to the Siachen Glacier.

A symbol of explosive power in front of a symbol of peace. That’s the famous Shanti Stupa in Leh.

“Khardung La in this? You must be kidding!”

Instant noodles is comfort food at these altitudes.

Work stops, jaws drop and eyes are rubbed in disbelief. The first sight of a Lambo in person has that effect.

Just another day on the world’s highest road.

Seat heater is made full use of on the journey.

Fluttering prayer flags welcome the Lambo up the climb to Khardung La.

BMW i8 and Boeing 787: A brave new world

We take a close look at two revolutionary machines that are all set to be templates for the future.
3 min read24 Dec '15
Shapur KotwalShapur Kotwal
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Reading the ‘owners manual’ before you fly it is highly recommended.

BMW i8 interior is more spacecraft than a cockpit.

India’s coolest Kwid!

The new Renault Kwid has redefined Mini hatchbacks in India. We tell you how.
2 min read2 Dec '15
Staff WriterStaff Writer
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Headlights with Renault’s new lighting signature, a C-shaped chrome trim.

The bold, structured grill comes with personalisation options.

Interior design, features and space are totally segment defying.

A large 300-litre boot makes this a brilliant road trip companion.

Top of the world

That’s how we feel on the first part of the Great India Drive from Leh to Delhi.
2 min read30 Nov '15
Staff WriterStaff Writer

Whatever the terrain, the Hyundai Creta powered its way across without missing a beat.

The Creta’s cabin is a cocoon of comfort while it’s freezing outside.

A smooth stretch of black asphalt now runs through Morey plains.

It’s -4deg Celsius when we wake up at Sarchu.

The mountain is blanketed in snow as we cross Baralacha La.

We leave the mountains behind us, and reach the plains.

It’s a demanding 1,000km to Delhi, and the Creta performs flawlessly.