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

Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT ABS First Ride Review
The Suzuki V-Strom 650 is one of the highest selling 650 cc adventure touring motorcycles across the globe and is now on sale in India. We get a taste of what the motorcycle is all about.
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Mahindra Marazzo: Weekend Drive To Corbett National Park
The best way to spend a weekend is to take a short driving holiday and that is exactly what we did with the new Mahindra Marazzo.
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New Tata Tigor Facelift: Everything You Need To Know
The Tata Tigor facelift is here. It is been just a year and half since Tata launched the Tigor but the company thought it would be prudent to give the Tigor a mild facelift and new features in order to rejuvenate interest in the car and also gives impetus to Tata sales during the festive season. The Tigor, already a stylish car, gets a few cosmetic upgrades along with a host of new features as well. We tell you all you need to know about the 2018 Tata Tigor facelift.
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Audi E-Tron Electric SUV Unveiled At 2018 Audi Global Summit
The Audi E-Tron gets typically Audi styling which is sharp and edgy along with keeping it more conventional than wild, as was the case for earlier concept models. The front end gets an octagonal grille with active flaps, that allow air to pass through and cool the front axle motor.
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Ducati Multistrada 1260 S Review
The Ducati Multistrada 1260 S was launched at a price of Rs. 18.06 lakh (ex-showroom, India). So does it offer more bang for your precious buck?
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Stable Electric Vehicle Policy Coming Soon: PM Modi
Clean and sustainable! These are the two words which will define mobility in the near future. Most automotive manufacturers and countries too have begun putting in efforts in the right earnest towards mobility which is electric/makes use of alternative fuel. The situation in India is a little different, though. While many countries have a proper roadmap made especially for electric vehicles, India is yet to get one. In fact, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has categorically mentioned that the government will come out with a detailed and thorough EV policy and roadmap soon. However, the PM did not mention a timeline as to when the formal policy on EVs will be ready and put into action.
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2018 Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Facelift First Drive Review - Honda City, Hyundai Verna Rival
The new Maruti Suzuki Facelift gets a bunch of updates to the looks along with a new 1.5-litre petrol engine as well. We spend some time with the new Ciaz and here's what we think.
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Ducati DRE Off-Road Experience
We spend a fruitful day frolicking in the mud with some Ducati motorcycles and come out enlightened about riding off-road.
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2018 Triumph Tiger 800 XCx Review
The Triumph Tiger 800 has been updated significantly for 2018. And we spend some time with the 2018 Triumph Tiger 800, to see what it offers.
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Suzuki Burgman Street vs TVS NTorq 125; Comparison Review
We pit one of the best 125 cc scooters in India, the TVS NTorq 125, to the newest kid on the block, the big and bold Suzuki Burgman Street.
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2018 Ducati Monster 821 vs Triumph Street Triple RS: Comparison Review
Would you pick the 2018 Ducati Monster 821 or the Triumph Street Triple RS? It is a baffling question and we believe we have some answers.
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KTM 390 Adventure: SWOT Analysis
The highly anticipated KTM 390 Duke will be coming to India next year. Here is a quick SWOT analysis of the bike and its potential.
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Yamaha YZF R15 V3 Review
The new-gen Yamaha R15 is leaner, meaner, faster and sexier! But does it still have the charm and the nimble handling of the old R15 models? We find out.
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Ducati Scrambler Mach 2.0 Review
We get on the saddle of the most hipster bike from Ducati and take it for a quick spin. Here's our review of the Ducati Scrambler Mach 2.0.
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Ford Freestyle Diesel Review
Looking to buy a Ford Freestyle? Here is our review of Ford's latest model, with the 1.5-litre diesel engine.
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2018 Triumph Tiger 1200 Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 17 Lakh
Triumph claims that this is the most advanced range of Tiger motorcycles ever, since the first Triumph Tiger came out almost 80 years ago. There have been significant changes made to the motorcycle.
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Honda X-Blade Review
The X-Blade definitely looks very different than any other motorcycle from the 150-160 cc segments. The crown jewel in the design, if we could call it so, will be the headlamp.
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2018 Mercedes-AMG E 63S 4Matic+ Review
We drive the new Mercedes-AMG E63S 4Matic+ sedan at BIC. Did we tell you that it is the most powerful E-class iteration ever! Here's our review.
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Hyundai i30 Spotted Testing In India
The Hyundai i30 has been spotted testing in India, near the Hyundai plant in Chennai. Sure, this does not confirm that the car will be launched in India but one could always argue that Hyundai would surely like to increase its model portfolio in India and try and gain more share in the Indian automobile industry.
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Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X vs TVS Apache RR 310: Comparison Review
The TVS Apache RR 310 and the Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500X may not be natural rivals, but they certainly fall in the same price bracket. So this comparison is purely from a pricing point of view, even though the two bikes may have completely different characters.
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