
Articles By Arup Das
Toyota & BYD partner up to launch a new EV company
Toyota and Chinese EV automobile manufacturer, BYD, have announced that they will launch a new electric car company to conduct research and develop battery electric vehicles (BEVs). It will be based out of Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province of China and operations are set to commence in May 2020.
Nissan Kicks Long Term Report: March 2020
I finally I got the opportunity to take the Nissan Kicks out for a short road trip to Jaipur. It was strictly a business trip before you start asking about the places I visited and if I tried the local cuisine. The total distance was just a shade
COVID-19: Top 5 animated movies & TV series to fight the blues
It’s time to fire all cylinders as we lockdown, no puns intended, on top 5 animation series and movies that showcase some of the wacky cars and futuristic bikes that will keep you glued to the screen. In the famous words of Optimus Prime, ‘Let’s roll’ and kick away the Coronavirus lockdown blues.
TVS iQube Review: First Ride
Electric scooters are the norm for 2020, it seems. After Bajaj, it's TVS that has forayed in this space with the iQube, its first fully-electric offering. But in this seemingly competitive space, does the TVS stand a chance?
Nissan Kicks Long Term Report: February 2020
I don’t really like getting into the look or design of a vehicle because I strongly believe that ‘one man's nightmare is another man's dream’. But in this case, Nissan should have gone back to the drawing board to simply.
Jeep Compass Diesel Automatic Review: First Drive
We've been eagerly waiting for a diesel automatic Jeep Compass ever since its launch. Now that it's here, not only the 2020 Compass now gets an automatic gearbox, but it is also BS-VI compliant. So, naturally, we get behind the wheel to see what's changed.
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Long Term Report: December 2019
As mentioned in our last report, the Ciaz has now become the Honda City’s nemesis, for this Maruti sedan beats its rival in terms of length, which translates into the most space, and has the same boot space as the City.
Hero Pleasure +, Track Test
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the name Hero Pleasure? I don’t know about you, but for me, it’s Hero’s catchy tagline – ‘Why should boys have all the fun?’ Believe it or not, the Pleasure has been around for more than a decade.
Toyota Glanza, Track Test
I wonder why the Baleno is here for our Best of 2019 jury round? Sorry, I mean, the Toyota Glanza. What can I say, it takes more than just a glance to figure out whether it’s a Maruti or a Toyota! Don’t get me wrong, we’ve always liked the Baleno – in fact, it was one of our Best of 2015
BMW R 1250 GS, Track Test
With a towering personality and bulging muscles that could give Thanos a run for his money, the BMW R 1250 GS is an adventure bike that’s suited for all seasons and terrains – maybe even for the city, but only if you’re at least 6-feet tall.
MG Hector, Track Test
MG Motor might not have had a smooth entry into the Indian market as they were hoping, but they still have a lot of things going for them – for instance, the Hector. In terms of road presence, something that SUV buyers love to flaunt, the Hector gets full marks for its audacious yet premium look
Triumph Scrambler 1200, Track Test
The Triumph Scrambler 1200, not unsurprisingly, made it to the top three of our ‘Best of 2019’ two-wheel list. While it retains the retro classic design and the pedigree of the Bonneville family, the Scrambler, unlike its siblings, loves getting dirty while blazing through dirt tracks.
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Arup Das
has been an automotive journalist for almost a decade and has worked with both newspapers and magazines, such as The Indian Express, Auto Bild India (as one of the founding team members) and Business Standard. Currently, he is Features Editor at autoX, and continues to juggle his craze for cars and the Arsenal Football Club.