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
Jehan Daruvala Takes Maiden Podium In Formula 2 In Bahrain Feature Race
Mumbai-based racer Jehan Daruvala started the Bahrain GP feature race at P8, and made his way up to P3 securing his first F2 podium after a duel with Mick Schumacher in the closing stages.
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Final Ather 450 Rolls Off The Assembly Line; Replaced With New 450X & 450 Plus
The Ather 450 was the company's halo product launched back in 2018 and helped the Bengaluru start-up put its name on the map in the electric mobility sector. The company is now replacing the 450 with new and improved 450 Plus and 450X that share the same underpinnings but with hardware and software enhancements.
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TVS Introduces ARIVE Mobile App With An Augmented Reality Purchase Experience
The new TVS ARIVE app is available on Android Auto and iOS platforms and uses augmented reality to offer an in-depth look at the company's product range.
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Honda Activa 20th Anniversary Edition Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 66,816
The Honda Activa scooter completes 20 years to celebrate the momentous occasion, the brand has introduced the Activa 6G 20th Anniversary Edition with a new colour scheme, special decals and new badging.
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Aprilia SXR 160 Production Begins In India Ahead Of Launch
The Aprilia SXR 160 is a maxi-styled premium scooter that gets a larger bodywork while power will come from the 160 cc three-valve motor that also powers the SR 160. The new scooter is likely to go on sale by the end of the year.
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BMW X5 M Competition Performance SUV Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 1.95 Crore
The BMW X5 M Competition packs a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine under the bonnet with 619 bhp and 750 Nm of peak torque, and offers supercar levels of performance with everyday practicality.
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Formula E: Mahindra Racing Unveils M7Electro, Confirms Alex Lynn For 2020/21 Season
The new M7Electro boasts of a completely new drivetrain developed by ZF, while Shell has developed a new e-fluid for the system that optimises efficiency. The team has also confirmed its driver line-up for the 2020/21 Formula E season that includes Alexander Sims and Alex Lynn.
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Royal Enfield Classic 350 Launched With 2 New Colours; Priced At Rs. 1.83 Lakh
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 gets two new colour options - Metallo Silver and Orange Ember, and the motorcycle is now listed on the 'Make It Your Own' personalisation app, alongside the 650 Twins and the Meteor 350.
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Plan To Acquire 40 Per Cent Of Helmet Market Share In 3 Years: Studds Helmets MD
Studds Accessories Ltd. is one of the biggest Indian helmet makers and the company is betting on the rise of personal mobility vehicles and new road safety laws to push demand in the next three years.
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Volkswagen Motorsport India Kicks-Off Inaugural Virtual Racing Championship
The Volkswagen Virtual Racing Championship has selected 28 participants from over 4,500 registrations, who will be competing in the virtual Polo championship one-make series, which will carry the same rules as real-world racing.
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Suriya, Ruhaan & Ishaan Seal Titles In Meco-FMSCI National Karting Championship X30 Classes Finale
The final round of the National Karting Championship X30 Classes saw Suriya Varathan, Ruhaan Alva and Ishaan Madesh take wins the Senior, Junior and Cadet X30 Classes respectively, in the first national championship to successfully conclude amidst the pandemic.
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Toyota Innova Crysta Facelift Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 16.26 Lakh
The Toyota Innova Crysta gets a comprehensive redesign to the front along with a host of new features, while prices have increased by up to Rs. 70,000 over the pre-facelift version.
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KTM Owned GasGas To Make Moto3 Debut In 2021
Having been successful in off-road and trials events, GasGas is now expanding its motorsport presence to circuit racing for the first time with Team Aspar in Moto3 from 2021.
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Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT BS6 Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 8.84 Lakh
Compared to the BS4 version, the BS6 compliant Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT is more expensive by a whopping Rs. 1.38 lakh, which also makes it substantially pricier than its closest rival.
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MotoGP: Miguel Oliveira Wins Portuguese GP; Joan Mir Retires Denying Suzuki Triple Crown
Miguel Oliveira on the Tech 3 KTM dominated the Portuguese GP taking his career's second win, while 2020 world champion Joan Mir had an early retirement denying the triple crown for team Suzuki.
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KTM 250 Adventure Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 2.48 Lakh
The KTM 250 Adventure is the new entry-level tourer from the Austrian bike maker and shares its platform and cycle parts with the 390 Adventure. It promises to offer accessible performance at a more pocket-friendly price tag.
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Honda e Becomes The First-Ever Japanese Vehicle To Win German Car Of The Year
The Honda e also won the New Energy Car of the Year and was competing against the Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen ID.3, Polestar 2 and BMW Alpina B3 for the top honour.
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2021 Dakar Rally To See Lowest Participation In 25 Years Due To COVID-19
There has been a 22 per cent reduction in participants and a 24 per cent drop in registrations, the lowest since 1995 for the upcoming Dakar 2021. However, the silver lining is that the top names and brands are very much a part of the rally including the factory Indian teams.
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2021 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Makes Global Debut; India Launch Next Year
The 2021 Mercedes-Maybach is longer than the standard S-Class with more emphasis on rear-seat comfort in an opulent and tech-induced new package as it takes on the Bentley Flying Spur V8 and the new-generation Rolls-Royce Ghost.
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Bollywood Director Sanjay Gupta Brings Home The Kawasaki Versys 1000 On Diwali
An ace director and producer, Sanjay Gupta is also an avid motorcyclist and has added the 2020 Kawasaki Versys 1000 to his garage on the occasion of Diwali.
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