With 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.
The provisional calendar for the 2017 World Superbike Championship has been announced and is all set to commence at Phillip Island, Australia from February 24. The new season will also see a change in its schedule compared to this year with Jerez and Sepang being dropped from the calendar and Portimao being added. The organisers are yet to announce the track for WSBK's penultimate round.
Nico Rosberg finally secured his first Formula One title as he finished on the podium at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, even as Lewis Hamilton won the final race of the 2016 season.
The 2016 Indian Chieftain Dark Horse has been launched in India, priced at Rs. 31.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The fourth launch from the Polaris owned manufacturer this year, the Chieftain gets an all-black treatment with the Dark Horse while retaining the same underpinnings.
The Fisher Price Ford Mustang PowerWheels is a ride on car for children and comes equipped with traction as well as stability control. It also gets auxiliary connectivity and the V8 sound effect.
Letvision is a tech company based out of Ankara, Turkey and recently unveiled a transforming robot based on the BMW 3 Series Coupe called 'Letron'. A series of videos by the company reveal a red 3 Series Transformer being put through its paces.
Skoda Auto has achieved a new milestone this year, having surpassed the one million vehicle deliveries mark in 2016. The Czech automaker managed to achieve the sales figure for the third consecutive year with strong contributions from the new generation Superb and Octavia, while the Rapid and Fabia added positive numbers as well.
The next generation BMW 5 Series made its global debut in October this year and received major upgrades over the outgoing version, in-line with the new generation 7 Series sedan.
Triumph's new Bonneville range has certainly garnered rave reviews and the UK based bike maker is now looking forward to expand its line-up - all of five models and more - with yet another motorcycle. As the latest spy shot indicates, it seems that Triumph is planning to introduce a Thruxton R based street-fighter, which could resurrect the iconic Speed Twin badge when it hits the market.
Mahindra has confirmed that the e2o two-door has been discontinued from the Indian market and will be restricted only for markets overseas. Instead, Mahindra will now retail the recently launched four-door e2oPlus in the country.
The 2017 Hyundai Verna is an extremely important launch for the automaker and will be making it to India in the second half of next year. The new generation model will reportedly feature mild hybrid system as well for the Indian market in order to take on the segment leading Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, helping return improved fuel efficiency.
Work has begun on the all-new Hyundai Santro hatchback that is expected to make its debut in 2018 and will be replacing the i10 in the company's current model range. Having being discontinued in 2014, the 2018 Hyundai Santro will be more upmarket in its appeal and will shed the tall boy stance, while rivaling hatchbacks like the Tata Tiago, Maruti Suzuki Alto and the likes.
The Akula 310 is the next highly awaited launch from TVS Motor Company, and after much speculations, the company has finally confirmed that it will be introducing the sports bike in the last quarter of the financial year.
MV Agusta has been induced with new life as the Italian bike maker has signed an agreement with Black Ocean Investment Group to recapitalise the company's investments. The move will help the motorcycle maker continue with its motorsport, product development and production activities.
he 14th Edition of Royal Enfield Rider Mania has currently taken Goa by storm as riders from across the country have completed the journey to mark their presence. With well over 6000 riders and counting, the venue in Vagator is a full house with more people expected to make it to the last day of the event.
We told you last week that Bajaj Auto is in the process of updating its complete model range to the proposed BSIV emissions norms for the 2017 model year. While it was expected that the Pune based automaker will announce the new BSIV 2017 Pulsar range first, the company has chosen otherwise and has announced the new Avenger series that are now compliant with BSIV norms.
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has introduced the CBR250R Limited edition - 'The Repsol Honda Racing Replica'. Bookings for the new limited edition has commenced across dealerships, while prices are yet to be announced.
Ford Motor Company has finally pulled wraps off the much awaited 2017 EcoSport facelift at the Los Angeles Auto Show, thus marking the subcompact SUV's North American debut. With the facelift, the new EcoSport now gets comprehensive upgrades to the styling, features and powertrain globally, and will be making its way to India as well next year.
Mercedes-Benz is all set to introduce the facelifted version later this month. The automaker has confirmed that the 2017 CLA facelift will be launched in India on November 30. Locally assembled at the Chakan facility, the updated CLA will be company's 12th and final launch for the year and features subtle upgrades.
While the all new Tucson looks promising with its futuristic styling, modern engines and abundance of features; it still needs to face competition from the SsangYong Rexton and Honda CR-V in this segment. So, we compare the Hyundai's newest SUV with its closest rivals to see which SUV makes the cut on paper.
Following up to the Tourer edition launched last month, Mahindra 2Wheelers has introduced the Mojo in the new 'Sunburst Yellow' paint scheme. The new colour joins the existing black, white and red with white colour options available on the tourer.
