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    It 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

  • Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Launched In Philippines

    Royal Enfield Meteor 350 Launched In Philippines

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaMar 25, 2021 08:26 PM1 min read

    Along with other international markets like Europe and Thailand, Royal Enfield now launches the Meteor 350 in Philippines. Prices for the Meteor 350 in Philippines start at PHP 232,000, which is equivalent of Rs. 3.45 lakh.

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  • 2021 BMW Lake Safari Ride; Riding In to India's Heartland

    2021 BMW Lake Safari Ride; Riding In to India's Heartland

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaMar 24, 2021 10:20 PM1 min read

    A short and quick trip to the quaint, unexplored town of Orchha in Madhya Pradesh was just what the doctor ordered, before the chaos of 2021 carandbike Awards descended upon all of us.

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  • 2021 Ford EcoSport SE Review

    2021 Ford EcoSport SE Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaMar 10, 2021 11:51 PM1 min read

    The Ford EcoSport SE is here! Along with being a new variant, the SE gives a miss to the tail-gate mounted spare wheel. So does the new design work? Or is it too radical? We tell you all about the new Ford EcoSport SE variant.

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  • carandbike Awards 2021: Subcompact SUV Of The Year

    carandbike Awards 2021: Subcompact SUV Of The Year

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaMar 8, 2021 09:28 PM4 mins read

    The 2021 carandbike Awards are just around the corner. And one of the most exciting categories for cars is the subcompact SUV of the year. The cars nominated in this category are the Kia Sonet, Nissan Magnite and the Toyota Urban Cruiser.

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  • Renault Kiger Review

    Renault Kiger Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaFeb 22, 2021 03:32 PM1 min read

    The Renault Kiger subcompact SUV was launched with aggressive pricing strategy, making it the most affordable model in the segment. But does it offer enough value for the money that potential buyers may spend on it? Here's our comprehensive review of the Renault Kiger.

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  • 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 2.01 Lakh

    2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 2.01 Lakh

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaFeb 11, 2021 06:21 PM1 min read

    Royal Enfield has updated the 2021 Himalayan with new colours and the Tripper navigation pod. Prices for the 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan start at Rs. 2.01 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

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  • 2021 TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Review

    2021 TVS Apache RTR 200 4V Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaFeb 10, 2021 05:42 PM1 min read

    It is no secret that TVS tries and uses its race technology to make its street bikes better. The new TVS Apache RTR 200 4V is a step in that direction. In the latest round of updates, it gets a bunch of segment first features. Here's our comprehensive review.

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  • A Quick Road Trip To Bhopal; Spending New Year With My Family

    A Quick Road Trip To Bhopal; Spending New Year With My Family

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaJan 28, 2021 10:28 PM1 min read

    A long weekend means an opportunity to visit grandparents, cousins and soak in the sights, sounds and smells in one's hometown. Here's how a New Year road trip went down, with the MG Hector.

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  • Hero MotoCorp Appoints Grupo Salinas As Its Distribution Partner In Mexico

    Hero MotoCorp Appoints Grupo Salinas As Its Distribution Partner In Mexico

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaJan 28, 2021 03:50 PM1 min read

    Hero MotoCorp has appointed a distribution partner in Mexico 'Grupo Salinas' and has plans to expand aggressively in the country over the next three years.

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  • 2021 Tata Altroz iTurbo Review

    2021 Tata Altroz iTurbo Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaJan 20, 2021 03:32 PM1 min read

    The Tata Altoz now has a turbo petrol variant in its line-up. But does it have the goods to take on other models in the segment? Here's our review.

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  • Hero Motors Buys Strategic Stake For An Undisclosed Amount In Hewland Engineering

    Hero Motors Buys Strategic Stake For An Undisclosed Amount In Hewland Engineering

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaJan 19, 2021 07:39 PM1 min read

    Hero Motors, an auto components manufacturer has bought strategic stake in UK-based company called Hewland Engineering. The British company specialises in transmission design technology.

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  • KTM, Husqvarna Motorcycles Get A Price Hike Of Up To Rs. 4,485

    KTM, Husqvarna Motorcycles Get A Price Hike Of Up To Rs. 4,485

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaJan 8, 2021 07:57 PM1 min read

    In just over a month, KTM and Husqvarna have increased the prices of their motorcycles by up to Rs. 4,485. The KTM 390 Adventure gets the biggest price hike while the KTM RC 125 gets the lowest price hike of Rs. 1,466.

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  • 2021 Audi A4 Facelift Review

    2021 Audi A4 Facelift Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaJan 4, 2021 03:37 PM1 min read

    The 2021 Audi A4 facelift is the car with which Audi India kicks off the New Year. It is the car which shaped the brand identity for the company in India. But how much does it improve over its predecessor? We spend some time with the car and find out.

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  • MG Motor India To Increase Prices From January 2021; 7-Seater Hector Plus Launch Confirmed

    MG Motor India To Increase Prices From January 2021; 7-Seater Hector Plus Launch Confirmed

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaDec 18, 2020 06:50 PM1 min read

    MG Motor India announced that it will increase the prices across its product portfolio by up to three per cent. MG says the price hike could be attributed to miscellaneous cost increase. The new prices will be applicable from January 1, 2021. MG will also launch the 7-seater Hector Plus next month.

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  • Honda Two-Wheelers Offers Cashback Worth Rs. 5,000 On Select Models

    Honda Two-Wheelers Offers Cashback Worth Rs. 5,000 On Select Models

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaDec 15, 2020 05:27 PM1 min read

    Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India is rolling out year-end schemes for its two-wheelers and the company is offering a cashback of Rs. 5,000 on select models, with certain terms and conditions applied.

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  • Volvo S60 T4 Inscription Review

    Volvo S60 T4 Inscription Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaDec 15, 2020 02:53 PM1 min read

    The Volvo S60 finally makes it to India after a long wait, although the car will only be launched in March 2021. We drove the Volvo S60 on Indian roads and see what all it has to offer. Here's our review.

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  • Top 5 Scooter Launches Of 2020

    Top 5 Scooter Launches Of 2020

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaDec 11, 2020 07:32 PM1 min read

    Here's our list of the top scooters, including electric scooters that were launched in 2020.

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  • KTM 250 Adventure: All You Need To Know

    KTM 250 Adventure: All You Need To Know

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaNov 24, 2020 07:51 PM1 min read

    After a long wait, the KTM 250 Adventure was finally launched in India. It is the newest and the most affordable adventure touring motorcycle from KTM and is inspired by the KTM 390 Adventure. Here's everything you need to know about the new KTM 250 Adventure.

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  • 2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 Coupe Review

    2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC43 Coupe Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaNov 11, 2020 09:43 PM1 min read

    We get behind the wheel of the first ever Mercedes-AMG model to be assembled in India, the GLC43 Coupe! It gets subtle updates to the design and underscores the fact that AMG is an important part of Mercedes-Benz's plan in India. Here's our review.

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  • Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 BS6 Review

    Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 BS6 Review

    Kingshuk DuttaBy Kingshuk DuttaNov 4, 2020 11:33 PM1 min read

    Having tasted the performance of the BS6 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650, I was yearning to ride the Interceptor 650 and having ridden it now, I am yet to return the motorcycle back to RE. Read on to find out why I have kept the motorcycle to myself for over three weeks now!

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