About Kingshuk Dutta
Kingshuk DuttaConnect with this authorIt has been 10 years since Kingshuk stepped into the interesting world of automotive journalism. From being a part of a team that drove two Mercedes-Benz SUVs from Germany to India to covering the WRC in Australia, along with various international media events he has done it all. He is equally happy behind the wheel of a car or on a motorcycle. All he wishes is to own and adventure touring motorcycle and explore India. In case you would want to help him realise his dream, please drop him a mail. Donations are accepted in cash and kind. Also, he dabbles in automotive photography, Liverpool, Football and Metallica are things close to his heart.
Articles of Kingshuk Dutta
Lamborghini Huracan Evo Review
The Lamborghini Huracan Evo was launched in India a few months ago and now we finally spent some time with newest avatar of the Huracan at the Chennai racetrack. It is mental! Downright mental!
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2019 BMW 7 Series Hybrid First Drive Review
The BMW 7 Series gets a comprehensive update for 2019 and we get a chance to drive the hybrid version of the luxury sedan right after it was launched in India with prices starting at Rs.1.65 crore (ex-showroom).
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Hyundai Develops World's first Active Shift Control Transmission
The Active Shift Control transmission has been developed in house and will be seen on future hybrid models from Kia and Hyundai.
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Hyundai Kona Electric India Review
We spend an afternoon with the Hyundai Kona Electric car at the Buddh International Circuit and are pleasantly surprised with its 'electrifying' performance. The Kona electric car is India's first ever fully electric SUV and it is a bold move from Hyundai Motor India.
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Hyundai Kona Electric Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 25.30 Lakh
Hyundai Motor has launched the Kona Electric SUV in India. This is the first ever electric SUV to be launched in India and we believe it is a bold decision. The Kona is a compact crossover, similar to Hyundai Creta in terms of size and space but has a design which is not overly futuristic yet sharp enough to distinguish itself on the road. The front end gets slim LED daytime running lamps and low-mounted headlamps along with single-piece body-coloured bumper rising up till the bonnet. Hyundai's signature cascading grille pattern is embedded on to the bumper, giving it a modern, contemporary design.
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Hero XPulse vs Royal Enfield Himalayan: It Takes Two To Tango
Yes! It is not exactly an apples to apples comparison. However, the Hero XPulse and the Royal Enfield Himalayan are purpose built, for fun! We rode these two bikes, had a tonne of fun and beat our heads trying to figure out which one is better!
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Bajaj Platina 110 H Gear First Ride Review
We spend some time with the Bajaj Platina 110 H Gear. It is a brand new version of the Platina with a 5-speed gearbox and a few other updates too. Does the extra cog in the gearbox make a difference in the ride? Read on to find out.
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MG Hector First Drive Review
The MG Hector has been in coming for a long time and now, we finally get you the MG Hector review for petrol and diesel variants amidst the lush greenery of Coimbatore and Kodanal in Tamil Nadu.
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2019 BMW GS Experience: Dirty Dancing With The BMW R 1250 GS
Simply owning a big adventure bike doesn't mean anything until and unless you actually learn how to make the most of your ADV. And that is what BMW Motorrad GS Experience taught us. How to handle big ADVs and the nuances of off-road riding!
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Honda CB300R First Ride Review
We spend a day riding Honda's new roadster, the very handsome CB300R. It could prove to be shot in the arm for Honda in the 200 cc to 400 cc space, where the company has been lacking firepower for some time now! Is it worth a buy? Here's our review.
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2019 TVS Apache RR 310 Track Ride Review
In a year and a half since launch, the TVS Apache RR 310 has got a fair few updates. For 2019, the motorcycle gets a 'race-tuned' slipper clutch along with a new colour option called 'Phantom Black'. We sample the updates at the Madras Motor Race Track.
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A Road Trip To Chhitkul; India's Last Village On Indo-Tibet Border
One needs no reason to escape the dreary work and mundane urban life to find some peace and solitude. More so, when one has a car like the Audi Q3 SUV at his disposal. As an opportunity presented, I took the Audi Q3 to the far-flung, magical land of Chhitkul in Himachal Pradesh!
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Honda Civic vs Toyota Corolla vs Skoda Octavia: Comparison Review
We pit the new-generation Honda Civic against the segment benchmark, which is the Skoda Octavia and the Toyota Corolla. Does the new Civic have the goods to usurp the throne of the Octavia or will the Octavia continue to prevail?
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Ducati Scrambler 1100 Review
Bigger is always better, or is it? We spend a day testing this theory with the Ducati Scrambler 1100. Not only does look bigger, has a bigger engine but it also has whole lot of technology packed in it. Here's our review.
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2019 BMW X4 SUV Review
The BMW X4 was launched a couple months ago and now, we finally get to drive the SUV! Or is it a four-door coupe?
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Hero Xtreme 200S Track Ride Review
Along with the Hero XPulse 200 and the XPulse 200T, Hero MotoCorp also launched the Xtreme 200S, which is essentially an Xtreme 200R with a fairing. We had an opportunity to ride it briefly at Buddh International Circuit and the first impressions are quite positive.
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Hero XPulse 200T First Ride Review
While the Hero XPulse 200 ADV has an off-road bent of mind, the XPulse 200T is more suited for riding in the city and possibly go touring as well. Between the two, along with a few changes, there are some carryovers too. Here's our first ride review!
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Hero XPulse 200 First Ride Review
It has been over a year and a half in coming! But we have finally ridden the Hero XPulse 200, which is India's only 200 cc adventure bike. We ride it on regular city roads, highways and even take it off-road. Here's our comprehensive review!
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Avan Xero+ Electric Scooter Review
The Avan Xero+ is a new electric scooter from Avan Motors and it is primarily meant for short commutes especially for college-going or elderly people. We spent a day with it to see how it tackles the Delhi traffic.
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BluArmor BluSnap 2 Helmet Cooler Review
Wearing a helmet in the Indian summer can be a pain at times, but it is an absolute necessity as well. Helmets and two-wheelers must always go hand-in-hand. But keeping cool is also important, which is where the BluSnap 2 comes in.
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