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Electrics, Hybrids, CNG, Petrol... What's Going On! | ThisConnect S02E14
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We're living in the largest energy transition mankind has ever seen. Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the future of our fuels on ThisConnect. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we…
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What's Just a Niggle and What's A Proper Dealbreaker | ThisConnect S02E13
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When it comes to buying a new vehicle, Shumi and Kartikeya are finding that often people get confused about what's really important, and what is not. On ThisConnect (S02 E13), we're discussing the way to figure out what's a deal breaker, and what's just a niggle. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our chann…
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What We Dream About, and Why We Must | ThisConnect S02E12
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Humans must dream, otherwise life can be colourless. On ThisConnect (Season 02, Episode 12), Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the nature of our dreams and aspirations, and how we can move steadily towards them. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range…
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What To Do in An Accident | ThisConnect S02E11
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Things aren't always going to go your way. Kartikeya and Shumi discuss how to deal with emergencies and accidents on ThisConnect.~ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think a…
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Awesome Advice, Tips and Tricks From You! | ThisConnect S02E10
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Halfway through Season 02, we took your advice for episode 10. Shumi and Kartikeya discuss your advice, tips and tricks for your life with cars and motorcycles. And if we're honest, there are awesome ideas in there – thank you! ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi …
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Do You Actually Drive/Ride Well? | ThisConnect S02E09
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How do you know whether you actually drive or ride well or not? Kartikeya and Shumi break it down – symptoms, things to learn and practice and more – on episode 09 of season 02 of our podcast, ThisConnect. - ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of top…
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Awesome road trips with your family! | ThisConnect S02E08
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Travelling with the family is awesome. Road trips are even better when done right! On episode 8 of ThisConnect season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing how to go about this... leave us your best advice in the comments too! ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi …
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When Should You Upgrade Your Vehicle! | ThisConnect S02E07
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What would be the right time to upgrade from your current bike or car? What indications can you rely on to tell you that your pride and joy is great but your wants and needs have moved forward? Kartikeya and Shumi discuss on our podcast, ThisConnect. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the po…
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How To Buy Your First Bike | ThisConnect S02E06
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On the sixth episode of ThisConnect Season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the easy and accurate approach to buying your first ever bike, motorcycle or scooter. There's a lot less to worry about than you think! ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a …
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What Crash Test Ratings Really Mean | ThisConnect S02E05
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Crash test ratings are a contentious conversation because of the amount of marketing that the star ratings have amounted to. On ThisConnect Season 02 Episode 05, Kartikeya and Shumi break down what they actually mean and how to accurately interpret crash test ratings in term of accidents in the real world. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven…
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Is Motorcycling a Failing Culture? | ThisConnect S02E04
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On ThisConnect, MotorInc's podcast, Shumi and Kartikeya are talking about motorcycling as a culture and a lifestyle. And whether it's in a state that will ultimately lead to trouble for all of us that love being on two wheels. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. You can check out Season 01 on our channel if you haven't. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi di…
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How To Buy Your First Ever Car | ThisConnect S02E03
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On the third episode of ThisConnect Season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the easy and accurate approach to buying your first ever car. There's a lot less to worry about than you think! - ThisConnect is our podcast. You can check out Season 01 on our channel if you haven't. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automo…
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What Happened To Japanese Products? | ThisConnect S0E02
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The Japanese dominated the world in quality and products in the 1970s and 1980s. But lately, their products lag behind the norm in India and they don't appear to have a strategy that works towards the changing needs of Indian car and motorcycle buyers. On ThisConnect season 2, episode two, Kartikeya and Shumi are talking about how this incredible c…
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How to Run In Your New Car/Bike Properly | ThisConnect S02E01
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On the opening episode of ThisConnect Season 02 – our podcast – Kartikeya and Shumi are talking about what they promised in Season 01: the correct way to break in, bed in, or run in, if you prefer, you new car, motorcycle or scooter. It's simpler than you think, and you're worrying a bit too much, maybe?~Join our YouTube channel as a member for exc…
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The Last Episode | ThisConnect Season 01 Ep 20
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Episode 20 marks the end of the first Season of #ThisConnect, our #podcast. For the past 5 months, we've loved interacting with you in the comments' stream. So for this episode we decided to pick two comments from each episode that really made us think. These are your comments and this is what Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi are thinking on those topic…
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Cars & Motorcycles That Changed the Game | ThisConnect Ep 19
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As road testers and vehicle evaluators, our job is to figure out where a new vehicle fits. Into its universe of rivals, into your life and into its role. How we do this is what Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing on episode 19 of ThisConnect, our podcast. And if you think databases were boring, here's our database of vehicles that are game-changers.…
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How Fast Is too Fast? Speed Has Limits! | ThisConnect Ep 18
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Episode 18 of ThisConnect starts with a question from a viewer to Kartikeya: "How do India's fast new roads change things for speed limits, for safety and for how people will drive?" Shumi and Kartikeya discuss speed, limits, approaches, common sense, enforcement and so much. Here's everything you need to know about speed.~ CHAPTERS 00:00-01:22 Int…
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How To Travel/Tour Like a Boss | ThisConnect Ep 17
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Being outside the city with our machines is the part we look forward to, right? On episode 17 of #ThisConnect, Shumi and Kartikeya are discussing the tricks, tips, techniques, and the thinking they tour with so that the days outside are fun, easy and the minimum of interruptions. More podcast episodes? Go to linktr.ee/motorinc.official ~ Chapters 0…
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Must Have Accessories For Your New Car/Motorcycle | ThisConnect Ep 16
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What are the essential accessories that you should think about when you're buying your new car of motorcycle? And which of the accessories on offer should you never even bother with? On Episode 16 of ThisConnect, our podcast, Kartikeya and Shumi talk about what they do, and what they absolutely can't see the point of. - CHAPTERS 00:00-01:53 Introdu…
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Taking delivery of your new car/motorcycle | ThisConnect Ep 15
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The day you bring your new baby home is a big one. The excitement of a new vehicle, all that emotion… it’s really a great day. Kartikeya and Shumi discuss the process, the plan, good practices, essential accessories and so much more on episode 15 of ThisConnect, our podcast. This podcast is also on our Youtube (YouTube.com/@motorinc). We would love…
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Everything About The Hyundai Ioniq 5 | ThisConnect Ep14
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Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is not boring. Some would say it’s not Hyundai either. Or an SUV. Or a mass market car. Or a car, even. Wait. What? Well, of course it’s a car – just not what you expect from a regular car. Because that’s the thing, the Ioniq 5 isn’t what you expect, says Kartikeya Singhee after he briefly drove it. Shumi asked him to calm down an…
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Small Cars/Motorcycles Are a Big Deal | ThisConnect Ep 13
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It's easy to think that a fancy, expensive car or bike is the dream. But our goals are a path, not a destination. Smaller vehicles can do incredible things too! We just don't think of it that way. On ThisConnect, Kartikeya and Shumi talk about big things and small packages. And the idea that dreams are about what you do, not just what you have. ~ I…
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How To Buy A Used Car/Motorcycle | ThisConnect Ep 12
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It's natural to be unsure of a used car or motorcycle. You're also tempted – the deals are fantastic, and you can find your planned car/motorcycle for less... or a vehicle that would be beyond your reach at its new-vehicle price. Kartikeya Singhee & Shumi break down how they approach buying a second-hand car or motorcycle.…
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Tyres, and Their Superpowers | ThisConnect Ep 11
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Everything you do as you ride or drive requires the tyres to transfer your intentions to the road. Those 'featureless' black rubber rings are holding your experience back. Or, with simple ideas, they'll unlock a new world of driving/riding for you! Kartikeya and Shumi are geeking out about tyres on #ThisConnect! If you've missed seeing our other po…
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Everything about the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 | ThisConnect Ep 10
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Shumi returned from the Super Meteor 650 experience in Rajasthan. And then Kartikeya wanted to know what's what. So we filmed their conversation. If you've missed seeing our other podcast episodes, the playlist link is https://www.bit.ly/thisconnect_yt - #motorcycle #motorcycles #Cruiser #ride#RoyalEnfield #Shumi #MotorInc #KartikeyaSinghee#SuperMe…
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What Your Car/Motorcycle Spec Sheet Won't Tell You | ThisConnect Ep 09
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Shumi always says you don't ride the spec sheet. On episode 9 of ThisConnect, MotorInc's podcast, Kartikeya and Shumi break down the reasons why technical specifications should not be taken seriously beyond a point. How you buy a vehicle is more complex a process than the data can capture. If you've missed seeing our other podcast episodes, the pla…
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How to Pay For Your Dream Car/Motorcycle | ThisConnect Ep 08
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There's a method to the madness! Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi lay out the basics of how one goes about organising the money needed to pay your way to having your dream car or motorcycle in your garage. It's easier than it seems... and might take a bit longer than you think. If you've missed seeing our other podcast episodes, the playlist link is htt…
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Brands, products or value? | ThisConnect Ep 07
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Indians are tough customers. Or so the folklore goes. We think otherwise. Yes we are legendary at stretching every Rupee and generous with their dreams. We push for deals as a rule, harder when we are buying a car or motorcycle. But is that really who we are? Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi discuss what they think Indian customers really want. And why …
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2023: India's Year of Adventure Tourers | ThisConnect Ep 06
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Hero Xpulse 400 and Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 are only the tip of the 2023 iceberg! They'll be joined by many others! On episode 06 of ThisConnect, Shumi and Kartikeya Singhee are discussing the new Advs headed to the market, and why adventure tourers are so important (and popular). ~ Note: The Ducati test rider Shumi refers to is Andrea Rossi (a…
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What you can do about car price hikes | ThisConnect Ep 05
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Prices and taxes rise. This is given to you as a maxim that won't ever change. On episode of 5 of ThisConnect, Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi work out what is the right way to deal with price hikes. And if you've missed seeing our other podcast episodes, the YouTube playlist link is https://www.bit.ly/thisconnect_yt - To watch our videos? @motorinc on…
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The safest way to go ever faster | ThisConnect Ep 04
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We're petrolheads. And we've found that there is just one place that encourages you to go faster, push to the edge of your ability and find out who you really underneath. Welcome to heaven on Earth. Welcome to the racetrack - #MotorInc #ThisConnect #PodCast #KartikeyaSinghee #Kartikeya #Kami #Shumi #Weekend #Goals #Racetrack #Fast #Safe #Skills #Li…
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Why they won't let you buy your dream car or bike | ThisConnect Ep 03
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We've all been there -- pining for the vehicle of our dreams, ready with money and intent. But for some reason, the manufacturer refuses to sell you one. What's going on! ~ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos: YouTube.com/@motorinc We’re offering the podcast on YouTube, Anchor/Spotify, Apple, Amazon and Google . Links b…
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Safety tech: the good, the bad and the scary | ThisConnect Ep 02
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The march of safety technology, active and passive, has brought accidents, injuries and fatalities down over the years. But will it eventually eliminate your ability to drive? What about motorcycle riders? ~ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos: YouTube.com/@motorinc We’re offering the podcast on YouTube, Anchor/Spotify,…
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Tomorrow? Electric vehicles. And today? The answer is not obvious | ThisConnect Ep 01
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Electric vehicles are the future. This is not in question. But do they belong in your present too? ~ Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos: YouTube.com/@motorinc We’re offering the podcast on YouTube, Anchor/Spotify, Apple, Amazon and Google. Audio Podcasts are available at: Amazon: https://www.bit.ly/amazon_tc Apple: htt…
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