About Sameer Contractor
Sameer ContractorConnect with this authorWith an unquenchable thirst for everything automotive, Sameer has always been the go to auto guy that his friends needed. So, it isnt exactly surprising that he chooses to do what he does. A Batman fanatic, Sameers wants to go roof-scaping on the Tumbler, while the Bat motorcycle is certainly on the cards and he plans to build one himself. An avid foodie, he has a road trip in order that will be taking him across the world in search for the best roads and the best cuisines. While his stress buster involves taking aimless motorcycle rides, do not get offended by his sarcasm.
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2018 Triumph Speed Triple S And RS Revealed
Triumph has officially revealed the 2018 Speed Triple to the world after dropping a bunch of teasers. The 2018 Triumph Speed Triple is now available in the S and RS versions with the latter being the more powerful and technologically rich offering. Changes on the new Speed Triple are comprehensive and in abundance with the litre-class naked now boasting of advanced electronis, more power and a lighter kerb weight.
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Toyota Requests WEC Fuji Round Date Change To Accommodate Fernando Alonso
We recently told you that Formula 1 driver Fernando Alonso has been signed on to drive in the 2018/19 World Endurance Championship this season. While the move is a big one, Toyota, the team that Alonso has signed up with, wants to ensure the driver's F1 commitments are not disturbed. Motorsport reports that Toyota has requested to change the date for the Fuji round of the WEC this year.
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2018 Bajaj Discover 110 First Ride Review
Bajaj Auto has expanded the Discover universe again with a 110 cc version. Interestingly, the original Discover110 was on sale over a decade ago but resurrects as a completely new offering. So, is the 2018 Bajaj Discover 110 a worthy challenger in today's feisty 110 cc segment? We ride the motorcycle to get some answers.
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Second Generation Formula E Car Revealed
The second generation Formula E race car gets a complete departure in design when compared to conventional single-seater cars. Specifications for the new car will be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show on March 6, 2018.
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Hyosung GT250R And Aquila Pro Updated With ABS
Hyosung has updated the GT250R and Aquila Pro 650 cruiser with Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) in India. Bookings for the new model have commenced at dealerships while deliveries are expected in the next few weeks.
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Auto Expo 2018: New Teasers For Tata X451, H5 SUV & Tigor Sport Concepts
Tata Motors is gearing for a mega showcase at the upcoming 2018 Auto Expo, wherein the company will reveal five new models as well as its integrated mobility solutions for the future. Tata has an illustrious line-up that will be targeting the premium mass market segments and includes the X451 hatchback, H5 SUV and the Tigor Sport.
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Ducati Panigale V4 Bookings Open In India; Prices Start At Rs. 20.53 Lakh
Ducati India has opened order books for its new Panigale V4 flagship motorcycle in the country. The new Ducati Panigale V4 is available in the standard and V4 S versions with an introductory price of Rs. 20.53 lakh and Rs. 25.29 lakh (ex-showroom, India) respectively.
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Ban On Non-ISI Marked Helmets Called Off In Bengaluru
Following the backlash on imposing a blanket ban on non-ISI marked helmets, the Bengaluru City traffic police have decided to withdraw its drive on substandard helmets. The crackdown that was supposed to start from February 1, 2018, has been called off after the city traffic police asked for clarification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
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Jeep Close To Making A Final Decision On New Subcompact SUV
The Jeep Renegade is currently the automaker's smallest offering globally, but the automaker is seriously considering adding a new model below the Renegade in its line-up. Jeep boss Mike Manley said that the company is looking "very closely" at a possible subcompact SUV at the recently concluded Detroit Motor Show.
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MG Motor Launches Campaign To Reconnect With MG Classic Car Owners
MG Motor (Morris Garages) has a legacy in the auto world and some of its creations from the 1920s, '30s and '40s still grace the Indian roads during vintage car rallies and drives. As the British carmaker, now owned by Chinese giant SAIC, plans to make its way in the Indian market, the Morris Garages has announced a new initiative to re-connect with MG classic car owners in the country.
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TVS Teases New Scooter In A Video Ahead Of Debut Next Month
We've been telling you about TVS Motor Company working on new scooters and the two-wheeler maker has now released an official teaser giving a glimpse of its upcoming scooter. The company will unveil the mystery scooter on February 5, 2018 and the model is expected to take cues from the Graphite scooter concept that was showcased at the 2014 Auto Expo.
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Auto Expo 2018: Suzuki To Showcase 17 Products; 2 New Models Expected
Suzuki Motorcycle India has announced that it will be showcasing 17 products at the upcoming 2018 Auto Expo. The manufacturer also said it will be showcasing two new products at the largest auto event in the country, in-line with its strategy to introduce two new products every year.
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Honda Grazia Sales Breach 50,000 Units In 2.5 Months Of Launch
The Honda Grazia is the newest 125 cc scooter to go on sale in the country and is off to a good start in the market. Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has announced that its new scooter crossed the 50,000 sales milestone just two and half months since its launch in the country.
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2018 Yamaha YZF-M1 Revealed; Vinales Gets A Two-Year Contract Extension
Yamaha has revealed the 2018 YZF-M1 race bike for the latest season of MotoGP. The manufacturer pulled the wraps off its new race bike at a special event in Madrid, Spain at the Matadero Madrid modern art centre with riders Valentino Rossi and Maverick Vinales in attendance.
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Auto Expo 2018: Top Scooters To Watch For At The Expo
The scooter segment is booming and there is ample of room to grow in the commuter segment. That's why a host of two-wheeler makers plan to showcase production-ready models and concepts at the biennial event, which will make it to the market at a later stage. With the 2018 Auto Expo scheduled to commence on February 7, here are the top scooters that we will be looking out for.
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Auto Expo 2018: Maruti Suzuki's Line-Up Revealed
From the new generation Maruti Suzuki Swift to the all-new Future-S concept, the automaker has lots to offer over a spread of 4200 sq. mt., and has built the pavilion around the theme of Transformotion. The automaker will have the largest vehicle display at the Expo with over 18 vehicles in the Arena, Nexa and Motorsport zones. Here's all you will be seeing at the Maruti Suzuki pavilion this Auto Expo.
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2018 Honda HR-V Facelift Leaked Ahead Of Debut
The Honda HR-V (Vezel in certain markets) compact SUV is due for a mid-lifecycle facelift this year and images of the facelifted model have been leaked online, ahead of the official debut. Leaked images are that of the Japanese-spec version that gets cosmetic upgrades and new features as well. The 2018 Honda HR-V facelift will debut in Japan sometime in February this year
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2018 Indian Roadmaster Elite Teased; Launch Soon
Polaris-owned Indian Motorcycle has started teasing the 2018 Roadmaster Elite on its social media handles. The Indian Roadmaster of one of the brand's more luxurious motorcycles and gets additional features and paint work with the Elite version. The motorcycle was first showcased internationally in July last year and has production limited to just 300 units globally.
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Datsun redi-GO AMT Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 3.80 Lakh
Datsun india has launched the the 2018 redi-GO AMT in the country at an introductory price of Rs. 3.80 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Deliveries for the new Datsun redi-GO AMT commence from today across India. The redi-GO AMT is about Rs. 22,000 more expensive than the standard version.
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CS Santosh Completes Career Best 34th; Oriol Mena Ends 7th As Top Rookie
The Indian teams at Dakar 2018 Sherco TVS and Hero MotoSports put up a brilliant effort to bring its bikes home in the final stage of the rally with Hero's Oriol Mena making his debut in the race this year while CS Santosh participated it for the fourth year. The solo rider from Sherco TVS, Joan Pedrero finished 11th overall, a career best finish.
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