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Do you like the roar of an engine, the smell of burning rubber, or the mesmerizing sound of metal parts meshing together? If the answer is yes, then you've arrived at the right destination. Welcome to 'The Gear Shifters,' an automotive podcast, where our host, Siddharth Vohra, will take you to the fascinating world of automobiles. From electric vehicles to classic vintage cars, automotive technologies, and advancements, we've got you covered. Join us and embark on this thrilling automotive j ...
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The evo India Podcast presents to you all things automotive! From news of the week to discussions on major happenings in the automotive world. Be on 2 wheels, 4 wheels or way more than that, we got you covered! We also will be sharing our experiences from the stories we're attempting, records we set and tales from our epic adventures!
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Join Ed Sirish Chandran and Aatish Mishra in this insightful podcast episode as they delve into the highly anticipated launch of 2024, the Maruti Suzuki Swift. With updated styling, features, and a brand-new engine, the new Swift promises efficiency and performance. However, despite its claimed fuel efficiency of 24.8kmpl for the manual and 25.75km…
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Welcome back, gearheads, to another exciting episode of Gear Shifters. Today, we're diving into one of the most fascinating and futuristic cars ever created—Chrysler's legendary Turbine Car. You may have heard whispers about this experimental vehicle from the 1960s, but today, we're uncovering the hidden stories and surprising facts that even the m…
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Welcome to this special Mother's Day episode of The Gear Shifters! We're thrilled to have Manjula Narayan, the Editor of the Books page at Hindustan Times, joining us. Not only is Manjula a distinguished journalist, but she's also a mother to two sons and three dogs, and a proud rider of a Royal Enfield Thunderbird. In this episode, Manjula shares …
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Just before the launch of the NS 400 which will be the biggest Pulsar ever, Adil Jal Darukhanawala, Editor-at-large and Sirish Chandran, Editor of evo India, delved into the significant landmarks of Bajaj Autos' evolving history. Bajaj Auto has come a long way from a rising sensation with the Chetak in the scooter market to uplifting the motorcycle…
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Today, we explore the exciting world of air taxis—small aircraft that can take off and land vertically, making short-distance travel a breeze. Companies like Boeing in the U.S. and InterGlobe in India are pioneering this technology, offering a solution to urban congestion. Picture flying from Rajiv Chowk to Gurugram in 7 minutes instead of 90. In t…
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We're starting a new podcast series, called the Boss Talks where we feature CEOs, MDs, and all the movers and shakers of the Indian automotive industry. We'll talk to them about the ups and downs, challenges faced and future opportunities. We have Santosh Iyer, MD and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India with Ed Sirish Chandran for the first episode with us …
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Your text looks great! However, here's a slight tweak for clarity and smoothness. What if Chinese mobile manufacturer Xiaomi launched its own car? Surprised? Us too! But that's not all – on our podcast, we're diving into not just Xiaomi's bold move, but also the unexpected twists of other big brands like Apple. From iPhones to electric vehicles/rid…
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Electric Vehicles or Hybrids: What's the Best Option for You? That's the question we'll be exploring in this podcast. Tune in to the latest episode of The Gear Shifters where our host Sid Vohra is joined with Amrinder Singh, Audio Engineer at HT smartcast. If you're thinking about getting a new car and you're curious about electric vehicles (EVs) a…
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In this episode, we're tackling the automotive world's biggest myths: 5 underrated cars in India. Our host Sid, will break down the vehicles that deserve more recognition and those that might not live up to the hype. Whether it's the hidden gems that deserve a second look or the overhyped models that fall short, we've got you covered. Tune in for a…
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Today's podcast is a very special one on Tata Motors. Editor Sirish Chandran and Adil Jal Darukhanawala start with the brand's history in the mid-1900s. They also talk about how Tata Motors almost collaborated with Porsche to manufacture the Beetle in India. Then came Tata Motors' famous tie-up with Mercedes to manufacture trucks in India. This tie…
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Have you ever wondered why the Mercedes-Benz logo has three points, or why Audi has four rings? And what's the story behind the bull in Lamborghini's logo and the horses in Ferrari's logo? Why not an elephant, a dog, or even a bat?Today, let's delve into the fascinating stories behind the logos of the world's top car companies. Welcome to Gear Shif…
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In this podcast on evo India, Assistant Editor Aatish Mishra is in conversation with Editor-at-Large Adil Jal Darukhanawala about the Indian roads. The conversation starts with the newly constructed Atal Setu and moves on to the history of Indian roads, where Adil delves deep into the Indian road network, how roads were planned, and more. They also…
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Celebrating four decades of the iconic Maruti Suzuki 800, the beloved people's car of India, Editor Sirish Chandran and Editor-at-large Adil Jal Darukhanawala delve into the profound impact that Maruti Suzuki has had on the Indian automotive industry throughout these 40 years. In this engaging podcast, they share captivating insights into Adil's pe…
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Following our previous podcast, Editor Sirish Chandran and Assistant Editor Aatish Mishra talk about the upcoming luxury cars and EVs in India. They start off with a barrage of Mercedes including the EQG, GLS and the E-Class. Followed by the Audi Q8, Q4, and the Q6 e-tron. Continuing with the German cars, they tell us about the Porsche Panamera, 91…
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2024 is going to be full of exciting new cars and SUVs. Few that we have known about for a long time, some that are new. Editor Sirish Chandran and Assistant Editor Aatish Mishra discuss about these upcoming cars and SUVs of 2024. Starting with the hotly anticipated Volkswagen Polo, followed by the new Virtus GT Manual. They also discuss the Tata C…
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The 2024 Dakar Rally is just around the corner, and Editor Sirish Chandran gets candid with Ashish Raorane, an Indian motorsport athlete who will be racing in the most gruelling rally in the world. They talk about how Ashish got into motorsports with the Indian National Rally Championship in 2015, and his growth as a motorcycle racer. Apart from tr…
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We are at the end of 2023, and it has been a year filled with some amazing motorcycles and scooters. The big launches of the year included the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, the new Royal Enfield Himalayan (the Indian Motorcycle of the Year), Hero Karizma XMR, Hero Xtreme 160R 4V, Hero Xoom 110, the Harley-Davidson X 440 which was a result of Hero…
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On this episode of the evo India podcast, join Sirish and Aatish as they dive deep into the world of automotive awards. They discuss the top eight contenders for the prestigious Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY), including the Toyota Innova Hycross, Hyundai Verna, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, MG Comet, Maruti Suzuki Jimny, Hyundai Exter, Honda Elevate and the…
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In this latest installment of the Gear Shifters, we take a look at the cars that defined our childhood, the ones that left an indelible mark on the Indian Automobile industry. Sid takes a nostalgic journey, reminiscing about the most iconic cars from our youth. Starting with the classic Hindustan Ambassador, and the first-ever Italian import, the P…
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Today's episode of The Gear Shifters is a little different. Since the Cricket World Cup is the flavor of this month, our host Sid Vohra dives in and combines two of the biggest industries in India – Cricket and Auto. Did you know who was the first cricketer to own an Audi in India ever? Or who was the first Indian cricketer to own a private jet? To…
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If you ever wondered as a child while watching movies featuring flying cars or self-driving vehicles, the idea of cars navigating autonomously felt like science fiction not too long ago. However, with companies like Tesla and Google testing autonomous cars, these concepts are swiftly becoming a reality. In 2022 alone, the industry invested 6 billio…
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Indian car brands are in neck-to-neck competition with foreign manufacturers with both of them having scored points in their respective fields, but the debate doesn't end here whether Indian-made cars outperform foreign-made vehicles is intricate and multi-dimensional. While some of us may enthusiastically declare, "humari gaadiyaan best", that is …
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Electric vehicles have come a long way since their inception. One of the key enablers of this EV revolution is battery technology. In the first episode of 'The Gear Shifters,' host Sid Vohra will talk about the evolution of electric mobility from its beginning to the thriving mainstream phenomenon it is today. Did you know that the history of elect…
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The Kia EV6 is the brand's first electric car and has the ICOTY Green Car of the Year Award! That does speak a lot about it. There are several factors that have helped the Kia EV6 bag this prestigious award. Starting with its styling, to its luxurious and spacious interiors that feel a class apart. The Kia EV6 is a born-electric car and doesn't sha…
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It’s World Motorcycle Day and we’re celebrating it by of course going for a ride but also speaking to a hardcore motorcycle enthusiast, who lives and breathes motorcycles. Case in point is Deepak Gupta, who’s clocked over 16 lakh kilometres in his riding journey. Karan Ramgopal catches up with Deepak to talk about his riding journey — where and how…
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In this podcast, our Ed, Sirish Chandran, gets into a conversation with Narayan Subramaniam, CEO of Ultraviolette Automotive. They talk about Narayan's journey until now. How he has been an avid motorcyclist for a long time, and having owned and ridden multiple motorcycles has immensely helped in developing the Ultraviolette F77. It has also been m…
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In this episode of the news of the week, we talk about the new Volkswagen ID2.all concept – and affordable EV based on the MEB platform. We discuss the significance of the compact electric car along with along with its implications for India. Could this be the new Polo replacement, if localised and made more affordable? We also talk about the globa…
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In this podcast, we head out on a drive with Piyush Arora, the MD and CEO of Skoda Auto Volkswagen India and get chatting about a whole bunch of subjects. We start with his decision to switch over from Mercedes-Benz to SAVWIPL, and from there, we get in to the thick of things with the Group. We talk about the infrastructure in place today and how i…
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On this episode of the evo India podcast, Sirish and Aatish discuss what it is like to be an automotive journalist and what it is like to get here. They discuss their experiences starting out in the industry, how things have changed over the last twenty years, what qualifications you need and what skills and temperament will see you through to bein…
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In this week's news of the week show, we talk about the biggest launches of the last week which include the Red Dark editions of the Tata Nexon, Safari and Harrier including what you can expect on them and their prices. We also talk about the facelifted Hyundai Verna that we saw pictures of. It looks striking, but it has polarised opinions and we r…
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On this edition of the podcast, our editor Sirish Chandran is in conversation with Adil Jal Darukhanawala summarising the 2023 Greenko Hyderabad E Prix. They discuss a range of topics including the popularity and significance of the sport, the unique rules and regulations that govern it, how it has evolved and also what panned out over the race wee…
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The first new motorcycle we have ridden in 2023 is the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650. It is a significant motorcycle — one that brings the big bike cruiser experience to the market. In this podcast, Aatish Mishra and Karan Ramgopal discuss exactly what makes the Super Meteor 650 such a great product — covering everything from how it rides, how it …
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Tata Motors was on a roll at the 2023 Auto Expo with no less than six new SUVs showcased! From the highly anticipated Sierra EV, which is now closer to production and amazed us with its styling, to the highly unexpected Harrier EV which will bring back with it AWD for Tata. The Curvv coupe-suv, which will see production a lot sooner than you'd thin…
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BMW M turns 50! There have been some absolute icons over the last few years and plenty of them have made their way to India as well. In this video, join Sirish Chandran as he looks back at his favourite M car memories in his 22 years of being an automotive journalist. Right from the E90 M3 with its V8 engine, the E60 M5 with its F1-derived V10, wat…
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Royal Enfield is a company that has an immense cult following today, making great bikes, accessories and quality riding gear. Apart from this, the company also has a strong sense of community with various rides and festivals to get RE riders together from all over the country. However, this was not always the case. In this edition of the evo India …
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In the aftermath of Cyrus Mistry’s tragic accident Adil Jal Darukhanawala and Sirish Chandran sit down to discuss the dismal state of affairs as regarding road safety in India. On the Thrill of Driving podcast the duo discuss the importance of seat belts even in the back seat, safety engineered into cars, and the importance of taking responsibility…
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Top 7 Upcoming Tata Cars In India – Nexon to Sierra Upcoming cars in india in 2022-23 Check out our list of seven upcoming Tata cars in India, including EVs and fossil-fuel-powered cars, which are speculated to launch soon 1. Updated Tata Nexon EV 2. Tata midsize SUV (Blackbird) 3.Tata Altroz EV 4.Tata Punch turbo/EV 5.Tata Sierra EV 6.Tata Harrier…
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It’s been an eventful year for the evo India team and for the first Thrill of Driving Podcast of 2022 Sirish Chandran and Adil Jal Darukhanawala talk about the best hatchbacks, sedans and compact SUVs they drove in 2021 and debate on which one put the biggest smile on their face. In the upcoming episode of the podcast, Sirish and Adil will also be …
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Thrill of Driving podcast is back where Sirish Chandran and Adil Jal Darukhanawala talk about the 2021 Formula 1 season in general and the shocking finale that was the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. We discuss the rights and wrongs, who should be held accountable and more. While on the motorsport subject we also talk about Rossi impact on motorsport and his…
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Welcome to Episode 1 of Season 2 of the Thrill of Driving podcast! In this reboot, we’re doing things differently — giving news a pass and instead talking about things that the Indian car enthusiast wants to talk about! To get this series of the ground, we’re going to start by telling you everything you need to know about the Volkswagen Polo in Ind…
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Talking about the new normal in the luxury segment of the Indian automotive industry, with the president of the Lexus India. We talk about hybrid powertrains, how Lexus has only petrol engines in its range, expansion of the dealer network from 7 to 11 this year, local production of the ES and NX and the response to it and the synergies of Lexus Ind…
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Talking sport exhaust systems with the most iconic brand in this space, Akrapovič. We’re talking about how a performance exhaust system is developed, crafting exhaust systems out of titanium and now ceramic composites, the race activities, road car exhaust systems, distribution in India, how do you make a great sounding exhaust system and much more…
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A 7-seater SUV, facelifted Compass, new sub 4-meter SUV and "two iconic new products" – that's what is in store for Jeep India over the next years. Partha Datta drops hints on the upcoming models and also insists that the Fiat brand is not exiting India (which could hint at the new Fiat 500 electric) coming to India.All this and more in the latest …
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In the latest episode of #evoConversations Parveen Agarwal shows us around (and fires up!) his collection of sportscars and luxury cars including the only McLaren 570S Coupe in India (that he bought from Bangkok), Lamborghini Aventador S, the Bentley Continental GT, Rolls-Royce Ghost and many more!
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How is Tata Motors dealing with the lockdown, the new Click to Drive online buying initiative, santising dealerships post lockdown and new social distancing norms and more in this episode of evo Conversations. We of course speak about the Auto Expo show stoppers, the Sierra concept as well as the HBX concept, the latter which is set to hit Indian r…
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The state of the Indian automotive industry and the efforts taken to deal with both the lockdown and the new normal post the lockdown is what Tarun Garg, VP, sales, marketing & after sales at Hyundai India talks about in conversation with editor Sirish Chandran. We also talk about the turbo-petrol engines spreading across the Hyundai India lineup f…
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