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.
Articles of Sameer Contractor
Production Spec 2018 BMW X2 SUV Unveiled
Joining the likes of the X4 and X6, the 2018 BMW X2 SUV has been finally unveiled to the world. Termed as a Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) in BMW speak, the X2 retains the swanky styling and fastback roofline from its older siblings, while sharing its underpinnings with the BMW X1 based on the UKL 2 platform.
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Tokyo Motor Show 2017: 2018 Suzuki Swish Scooter Unveiled
The all-new 2018 Suzuki Swish scooter made its world premiere at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show amidst a host of new concepts and launches. The all-new Swish gets comprehensive design and feature upgrades in its latest version. Suzuki says the new Swish is a basic yet classy scooter "targeted at those who seek easy and agile handling in city traffic for commuting."
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Right-Hand Drive Jeep Compass Exports Commence From India
Fiat India has announced that it has commenced exporting right-hand drive (RHD) units of the Jeep Compass overseas. The first batch comprising 600 units have been shipped to Australia and Japan from the Bombay Port Trust facility, with 65 per cent of local content going into the SUV.
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New Honda Grazia Scooter Officially Teased; Bookings Open
As bookings for the new Grazia open today across all Honda dealerships in the country, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has shared the first official teaser of the promising new offering. The Grazia is expected to be a 125 cc scooter and will be sold alongside the Activa 125. The new scooter can be booked for a token amount of Rs. 2000.
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Tokyo Motor Show 2017: Honda Neo Sports Cafe Racer Concept Unveiled
The Tokyo Motor Show is flooded with concepts and new launches right now and there is so much more to keep a tab on from the last major auto event globally for this year. Japanese auto giant Honda has an illustrious line-up and catching everyone's attention is the new Neo Sports Cafe Racer concept that has just made its debut at the annual auto event.
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2017 Tokyo Motor Show: Preview
The press days for the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show starts tomorrow, which is when manufacturers will be break cover on all the major concepts and launches. While we've already seen a few concepts in images and the teaser to the others, we eagerly await to have a look at them in flesh. As the 45th Tokyo Motor Show starts tomorrow, here's what to expect from manufacturers at the annual event.
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MotoGP 2017: Michael van der Mark To Replace Jonas Folger At Sepang
Yamaha has announced that WorldSBK rider Michael van der Mark will be standing in for Jonas Folger at Tech 3 Yamaha for the next MotoGP round at Sepang, Malaysia. With Folger ill due to a suspected case of mononucleosis, Van der Mark has been presented with this opportunity as he will be making his MotoGP debut. Incidentally, this is the second time the young rider has been presented with this opportunity this year.
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2017 Ford EcoSport's New 1.5-Litre Three-Cylinder Petrol Engine Revealed
The Ford EcoSport 2017 is set to be launched soon and powering the updated model will be an all-new petrol engine under the hood. Pulling the wraps of its new powertrain, Ford India has revealed the new 1.5-litre Ti-VCT three-cylinder petrol engine at its Sanand plant in Gujarat. More popularly known as the Dragon engine on the internet, the motor will cater to domestic and export demand.
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Honda Grazia Scooter Announced; Images Leaked Ahead Of Reveal
Honda Motorcycle Scooter India (HMSI) leads the scooter segment in the country and will soon introduce a new model to further consolidate its lead. The two-wheeler maker has announced the new Honda Grazia that has been described as an 'Advanced Urban Scooter' for the metropolitan cities and is targeted at a younger customer base. Bookings for the new Grazia will commence from October 25.
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F1 2017: Hamilton Wins US GP As Mercedes Wins Constructors Championship
Lewis Hamilton took a step closer to the 2017 world championship title having won the Formula One US Grand Prix in Austin this weekend. The Briton beat Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel, inching closer to what will be his fourth world championship. Team Mercedes-AMG Petronas sealed the Constructors' championship for 2017 with 575 points as against Ferrari's 428, taking home the win for the fourth consecutive year.
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MotoGP 2017: Marquez Extends Points Lead With Australian GP Win
Honda's Marc Marquez now has a 33 point lead over title contender Andrea Dovizioso of Ducati for the championship. Maverick Vinales of Yamaha is out of the contention, 50 points back with two rounds to go.
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Benelli TRK 250 & 750, New 400 cc Motorcycles To Revealed At EICMA 2017
Benelli recently confirmed that the 250 cc and 750 cc versions of the TRK adventure tourer will be revealed at EICMA along with an all-new 400 cc offering. The new models will be powered by a twin-cylinder engines, much like the 302R and the TRK 502 bikes.
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2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 Could Debut At EICMA This Year
The Kawasaki Ninja 300 has been around for a while now and enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the next generation model that is expected to bring substantial upgrades to the quarter-litre offering. Now, a recent report suggests that Japanese bike maker could introduce a larger displacement Kawasaki Ninja 400 next year with model making its debut at upcoming EICMA Motorcycle Show next month.
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F1 2017: Fernando Alonso Signs Deal With McLaren For 2018
Bringing an end to a host of speculations, McLaren announced that Fernando Alonso will continue to be a part of the Woking-based outfit for the 2018 Formula One season, ahead of the US GP this weekend. The two-time world champion's future at McLaren had been under scrutiny for the most part of the year after a highly frustrating campaign this year over engine and reliability concerns.
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Yash And Arjun Take Top Honours In National Rotax Karting Championship
The Meco Motorsports FMSCI National Rotax Karting Championship came to a close last weekend with Bangalore boys Yash Aradhaya and Arjun Rajiv clinching the top honours. Yash won the championship in the Junior Max category while Arjun took the title in the Micro Max category. Mumbai's Aaroh Ravindra showed exemplary skill winning the prestigious Senior Max championship with a massive lead.
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2019 BMW 3 Series Spied Testing; Shows New Tech Friendly Cabin
The next generation BMW 3 Series will be making its debut sometime next year as a 2019 model and was spied testing recently in a near production avatar. The new spy shots give a clearer idea of what to expect from the all-new model that will take on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4, Jaguar XE and the likes.
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Dubai Police To Add Hoverbikes To Its Fleet
Going a step further, or should I say higher, in its quest for becoming the coolest city, Dubai Police has announced that it will be adding Hoverbikes to its fleet, a first globally. The announcement was made at the Gulf Information Technology Exposition (GITEX), the biggest technology expo in the Gulf region, and the Hoverbikes will be added as a first responder vehicle.
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First Batch Of Skoda Octavia RS For India Sold Out For 2017
Skoda India introduced the performance bred Octavia RS in the country earlier this year and the company has certainly answered to the growing appetite of petrolheads. Just weeks after the launch, the automaker has sold out the first lot of the Skoda Octavia RS comprising 250 units for the Indian market. Dealerships though are accepting bookings for the Octavia RS
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Aditya Patel Finishes Blancpain GT Series Asia With Double Win
Indian racing contingent Aditya Patel was the first runner up in the inaugural Blancpain GT Series Asia losing out to Hunter Abbott. Patel lost the title by a single point, despite hm and his teammate Mitch Gilbert registering a double win over the weekend, becoming the first crew ever crew to do so in the series.
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2018 Ducati Monster 821 Revealed
The original Monster 900 completes 25 years this year and celebrating the iconic motorcycle, Ducati has revealed the 2018 Monster 821 in images ahead of its world debut next month. The Ducati Monster is an icon and for the longest time was the entry-level offering from the manufacturer. With the 2018 Ducati Monster 821, the bike maker has made a host of changes to the street fighter while the new edition also comes in the lovely yellow shade.
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