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Mercedes-Benz EQB First Drive Review
The third electric model for India from Mercedes-Benz will be the EQB luxury compact SUV. A direct import for starters, the model will come to us in the EQB 300 4MATIC and will have 3-row seating as standard - making it the first 7-seater electric SUV in India.
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Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica Review
Another iteration of the Huracan you say? Yes, but this one is a fine balance of raw and extreme power, with finesse and technology. Siddharth spent time with the new Huracan Tecnica on road and track in Spain and revels in the last pure Lamborghini ever.
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Sixth Generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W214) Seen Testing In Germany
The car is still well over a year away from even a premiere, let alone having its market launch. But Mercedes-Benz is already hard at work to get the latest tech and performance benchmarks into its bestseller E-Class. Siddharth caught it testing near Sindelfingen, and says this could also be the last ICE-E!
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The Big Daddy Is Back! 2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Review
The big daddy of SUVs is what Mahindra is calling its new Scorpio. The SUV that defined the company when it came two decades ago is back in its third generation as the Scorpio-N. Siddharth drives the diesel and petrol variants, as well as the four-wheel-drive Mahindra Scorpio in this comprehensive, all-in review.
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Made-In-India Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Scores Three Stars In Global NCAP Test
The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso sold in South Africa has been tested by Global NCAP in its Safer Cars for Africa protocol. The car is made in India and exported with an identical spec as the Indian market offering. The last time the S-Presso was crashed, it received zero stars.
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5th Generation Range Rover Review
Land Rover's flagship is the Range Rover a car with a legendary heritage and immense capability. It has always set benchmarks others follow. So with the new generation does it once again do the same? Siddharth drove the 2022 Range Rover in three engine types in the USA, to find out.
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Tata Swings Into Action To Investigate Fire Involving A Nexon EV
Tata Motors has already begun an investigation into the fire and will reveal the findings soon.
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Citroen C3 Hatchback Review: Bonjour Little Hatch
B-Segment offer with crossover and SUV cues, that's big on space and style. It has been built on a budget, but seemingly smartly so. Is it great value? And how does it drive? Siddharth has tested both the petrol engines on offer to bring you a comprehensive review.
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Citroen Readies For Bigger India Innings With C3, Expects Up To 10 Per Cent Sales To Come From EV Model By Next Year
Promises new benchmarks In premium hatchback segment. Citroen C3 is the first of three mass market models for India and launches in June; EV version coming in 2023.
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Stellantis Targets Profitability In India, Doubling Of Revenues By 2030
Citroen and Jeep brands will help realise targets for India that includes margins of over 10 per cent by 2024-25. This is in line with global 'Dare Forward 2030' strategy for Stellantis across all group brands. Stellantis includes India-specific EV models in the strategy.
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First Citroen EV For India Will Arrive Next Year, Two More Will Follow
Citroen will lead electrification in India at Stellantis and Jeep will follow later. The first EV model is expected to be the electric version of the upcoming C3 crossover hatch.
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SexC & Sporty! New Generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan has always been an important volumes driver for the brand. The car finally launches in India with three variants and introduces EQ Boost mild hybrid as standard. Siddharth has driven the petrol and more powerful of two diesels.
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Honda City e:HEV Hybrid Review
The mighty Honda City compact sedan may not have as much clout as it did a few years ago. But still remains a strong product in the market. And now finally India gets the Honda City hybrid. With a claimed mileage of 26.5 kmpl, it promises a lot. But does it deliver?
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Jeep Meridian SUV Review
The three row 7-Seater SUV from Jeep is here! The Meridian is the big bet from the American brand from Stellantis. It makes a luxury pitch while bringing Jeeps legendary 4x4 capability. Siddharth tests it on and off the road.
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 India Launch Details Now Official
Hyundai Motor India will bring the 2022 World Car of the Year - the all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 to India in the second half of this year
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Mercedes-Benz EQB First Drive Review
The third electric model for India from Mercedes-Benz will be the EQB luxury compact SUV. A direct import for starters, the model will come to us in the EQB 300 4MATIC and will have 3-row seating as standard - making it the first 7-seater electric SUV in India.
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Lamborghini Huracan Tecnica Review
Another iteration of the Huracan you say? Yes, but this one is a fine balance of raw and extreme power, with finesse and technology. Siddharth spent time with the new Huracan Tecnica on road and track in Spain and revels in the last pure Lamborghini ever.
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Sixth Generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W214) Seen Testing In Germany
The car is still well over a year away from even a premiere, let alone having its market launch. But Mercedes-Benz is already hard at work to get the latest tech and performance benchmarks into its bestseller E-Class. Siddharth caught it testing near Sindelfingen, and says this could also be the last ICE-E!
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The Big Daddy Is Back! 2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N Review
The big daddy of SUVs is what Mahindra is calling its new Scorpio. The SUV that defined the company when it came two decades ago is back in its third generation as the Scorpio-N. Siddharth drives the diesel and petrol variants, as well as the four-wheel-drive Mahindra Scorpio in this comprehensive, all-in review.
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Made-In-India Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Scores Three Stars In Global NCAP Test
The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso sold in South Africa has been tested by Global NCAP in its Safer Cars for Africa protocol. The car is made in India and exported with an identical spec as the Indian market offering. The last time the S-Presso was crashed, it received zero stars.
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5th Generation Range Rover Review
Land Rover's flagship is the Range Rover a car with a legendary heritage and immense capability. It has always set benchmarks others follow. So with the new generation does it once again do the same? Siddharth drove the 2022 Range Rover in three engine types in the USA, to find out.
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Tata Swings Into Action To Investigate Fire Involving A Nexon EV
Tata Motors has already begun an investigation into the fire and will reveal the findings soon.
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Citroen C3 Hatchback Review: Bonjour Little Hatch
B-Segment offer with crossover and SUV cues, that's big on space and style. It has been built on a budget, but seemingly smartly so. Is it great value? And how does it drive? Siddharth has tested both the petrol engines on offer to bring you a comprehensive review.
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Citroen Readies For Bigger India Innings With C3, Expects Up To 10 Per Cent Sales To Come From EV Model By Next Year
Promises new benchmarks In premium hatchback segment. Citroen C3 is the first of three mass market models for India and launches in June; EV version coming in 2023.
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Stellantis Targets Profitability In India, Doubling Of Revenues By 2030
Citroen and Jeep brands will help realise targets for India that includes margins of over 10 per cent by 2024-25. This is in line with global 'Dare Forward 2030' strategy for Stellantis across all group brands. Stellantis includes India-specific EV models in the strategy.
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First Citroen EV For India Will Arrive Next Year, Two More Will Follow
Citroen will lead electrification in India at Stellantis and Jeep will follow later. The first EV model is expected to be the electric version of the upcoming C3 crossover hatch.
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SexC & Sporty! New Generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan has always been an important volumes driver for the brand. The car finally launches in India with three variants and introduces EQ Boost mild hybrid as standard. Siddharth has driven the petrol and more powerful of two diesels.
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Honda City e:HEV Hybrid Review
The mighty Honda City compact sedan may not have as much clout as it did a few years ago. But still remains a strong product in the market. And now finally India gets the Honda City hybrid. With a claimed mileage of 26.5 kmpl, it promises a lot. But does it deliver?
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Jeep Meridian SUV Review
The three row 7-Seater SUV from Jeep is here! The Meridian is the big bet from the American brand from Stellantis. It makes a luxury pitch while bringing Jeeps legendary 4x4 capability. Siddharth tests it on and off the road.
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Hyundai IONIQ 5 India Launch Details Now Official
Hyundai Motor India will bring the 2022 World Car of the Year - the all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 to India in the second half of this year
