2024 autoX Awards: Yamaha R3 Performance, Quality and Value
2024 autoX Awards: The new Yamaha R3's riding position strikes a balance between the highly focused position of a baby Aprilia and the more relaxed sport-touring position of bikes like the Ninja 500. 2024 autoX Awards: The Yamaha YZF-R3 is a motorcycle I am eager to experience again. When the previous generation R3 was first launched in India a few years ago, I spent quite a bit of time getting to know it. It’s worth noting that the place where I first got my hands on an R3 in 2015 is at the same venue as our current testing ground for the ‘Best of 2024’ awards – the Buddha International Circuit. So, nine years later, I'm ready to rekindle my relationship with Yamaha's twin-cylinder sport bikes, and my expectations are admittedly high. I still vividly remember how forgiving the R3 was on the track, making even a novice rider like me feel like a pro. To my delight, the new…
2024 autoX Awards: Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 Performance,
autoX Awards 2024: As competition in the 400cc segment in India grows, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 still stands out. It doesn't even feel like it's competing in the same space - in fact, it seems to be in a league of its own, with a unique character. 2024 autoX Awards: Husqvarna motorcycles are known for their Swedish minimalism and stunning design, and I’ll admit, I’m a big fan of the smaller Svartpilen 250. While it's beautiful, it's not without its flaws. However, the new Svartpilen 401 seems to solve many of these problems, starting with one of the most important ones - road presence. The 401 is larger in every way, offering more space and a more rugged road appearance. In terms of design, the rear of the bike has been transformed from a custom style tail to a more traditional look. While the taillight design remains the same, the indicators and license plate housing have been moved to standard…
autoX Awards 2024: Maruti Suzuki Swift Performance, Quality
2024 autoX Awards: There's no denying the growing craze for SUVs in India, as evidenced by the recent launches from automakers - almost all new cars in the past year have been SUVs. However, a look at the sales charts shows that the hatchback remains the country's favorite. The new Maruti Suzuki Swift is the segment leader. One reason for its enduring success is something many new cars struggle to achieve - a unique personality. The Swift was never just a practical car, but a hatchback that was fun to drive. People love it because of its characteristics, because it brings a smile and feels the thrill of driving when you throw it into a corner. However, with the launch of the new generation of Swift, some concerns have arisen. Equipped with the new Z-series 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine, does it still retain its charm? Well, there’s no better way to find out than giving it a try on the track,…
2024 autoX Awards: BSA Gold Star 650 Performance, Quality
2024 autoX Awards: The BSA Gold Star 650 aims to capture a deceptively simple but elusive motorcycle style – retro. 2024 autoX Awards: When it comes to selecting the "Best of 2024," determining what sets one contender apart from the rest can be a challenge in itself. However, BSA Gold Star 650 makes things more complicated. You see, its goal is to capture a deceptively simple yet difficult-to-perfect motorcycle style—retro. At first glance, building a retro bike may seem as simple as designing something that looks decades old. But catering to retro motorcycle enthusiasts isn’t simple, as even they struggle to articulate exactly what makes a retro motorcycle truly resonate. Trust me, I am one of them. However, every once in a while a bike comes along that's just right, and the BSA Gold Star 650 is one of those bikes. What immediately stands out about the Gold Star is its superior quality, fit and look, which is an unexpected…
autoX Awards 2024: BMW 5 Series performance, quality and
autoX Award 2024: The new generation 5 Series marks a change in BMW's strategy. It arguably places as much, if not more, emphasis on rear-seat comfort, but that comes at a slight compromise in terms of driving. 2024 autoX Awards: The launch of BMW's new 5 Series has had a considerable impact, especially in terms of pricing. On paper, it offers great value for money and offers more space than ever as it is the largest 5 Series model in the Indian market. This is due to BMW launching the new-generation 5 Series long-wheelbase version in India, making India the second country in the world to obtain this model after China. To give you an idea of how big of a difference that is, at least at first glance, the new 5 Series looks almost as big, if not bigger, than the older generation 7 Series. After driving it thoroughly in Delhi earlier this year and later pushing it to…
2024 autoX Awards: Yamaha MT-03 Performance, Quality and
2024 autoX Awards: Yamaha’s twin-cylinder siblings, the YZF-R3 and MT-03, both earned spots as “Best of 2024” contenders. While I had high expectations for the R3 (you can read about that elsewhere in this issue), I had low expectations for the MT-03. Unlike the iconic R3, the MT-03 may not be widely recognized among Indian motorcycle enthusiasts yet, but the name "MT" carries some street cred, thanks to the popular MT-15, which has been Known as one of the most popular motorcycles. The most capable 150cc street naked bike in the country. The MT-03's 321cc liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine (also used in the R3) provides it with a powerful starting point. Power delivery is smooth, with plenty of torque in the lower rev range. However, to get a truly exciting performance, you need to work on making it exciting. At first glance, the bike looks well built, but doesn't feel entirely modern as it's missing standard features for the segment, such…
autoX Awards 2024: Mahindra XUV 3XO Performance, Quality &
autoX Awards 2024: In track testing, the Mahindra XUV 3XO’s direct-injection turbo engine was undoubtedly fast, while the stiffer chassis and suspension ensured stability even when pushed to the limit. 2024 autoX Awards: The Mahindra XUV 3XO is undoubtedly a difficult car to evaluate and rate. It's clear that Mahindra has thrown out everything but the kitchen sink to ensure that the XUV 3XO outshines the outgoing XUV300, even introducing a new naming convention that replaces the "double 0" with the edgier "X" and "O" . However, as much as I wanted to appreciate and fully embrace the 3XO, it left me wanting more. Let's start with the good. The most significant upgrade is in the cab. The materials are significantly improved, the workmanship feels more solid, and the practicality is also good. However, as we noted in our review, an all-white interior can be difficult to keep clean over time. One of the more controversial elements for our jurors…
Honor 200 review: The best camera phone to buy under INR
After trying out the Honor 200 for a few weeks, I can confidently say that it's worthy of your attention. In the competitive smartphone market, brands often face a difficult choice: build a phone that excels at one standout feature, making it easier to market, or develop a well-rounded device that makes it difficult to price competitively. The Honor 200 strikes a good balance between these two approaches and falls squarely into the third category - a really great phone. The base model of the phone is priced at Rs 34,999 and comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage; but we tested the higher-spec variant, which is priced at Rs 39,999 and comes with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. Apart from the impressive camera setup, one of the highlights of this phone is its design. The pill-shaped camera module ensures that the Honor 200 doesn’t disappear in the crowd. There’s a lot to talk about the Honor 200, but I…
Maruti Suzuki Fronx long-term review, August 2024 report
After about 17,000 km of companionship, it was time to say goodbye to our trusted long-term vehicle – the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. The moment has finally come! After around 17,000 kms, it’s time to say goodbye to our trusted long-term vehicle – the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. During the time it spent with us – 13 months to be exact – the car has held a special place in not only my heart but also in the hearts of my colleagues and those around me. The car has been back for a few days as I write this, and it wasn’t until the last day that I realised how much a piece of metal, rubber and cables can mean to you if you spend enough time with it. The kind gentleman who was responsible for keeping our favourite filming support vehicle clean on a daily basis started to think that maybe I had owned it and couldn’t stand the thought of…
Omega Paris Bronze Gold 2024: A Closer Look
As the Official Timekeeper of the 2024 Paris Olympics, OMEGA has launched a special watch to commemorate those coveted medals at the Games. The Paris 2024 Olympic Games attract global attention and given their significance, the partners involved in the event must be world-class. It is no surprise, then, that OMEGA has been named the Official Timekeeper of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games – a position the Swiss watchmaker has proudly held since 1932. In tribute to the three coveted medals at the Olympics – gold, bronze and silver – OMEGA has launched a special watch – the Bronze-Gold Edition. This vintage design is inspired by a classic OMEGA watch from 1939, making it a unique watch that combines three legendary elements - a 39 mm case, a brilliant Ag 925 silver dial, and slender hands made of 18K Sedna gold and coated with a special PVD bronze gold finish. The design of this watch is inspired by a watch…
BMW 5 Series LWB 530Li review: technology, features, practicality,
The BMW 5 Series has always stood out from its German rivals for the simple reason that no other car focuses on the driving experience as much as it does. Now, the latest generation of the 5 Series signals a change in approach, as the comfort of rear-seat passengers is now a priority. To achieve this, the 5 Series is now larger than ever. But does this also mean an increase in overall appeal? Well, let's find out. BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase Review: Bigger, Better? The new BMW 5 Series has been improved in every way. India will now get the long-wheelbase (LWB) version of the 5 Series, making it the second country in the world after China to get the long-wheelbase version. The highlight of the size growth is of course the wheelbase - now measuring a staggering 3,105 mm. To put it simply, it is not only longer than the outgoing standard-wheelbase 5 Series, but also longer…
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