2019

Every post published in 2019, newest first.

The last time I drove an Ertiga, the press drive was so short and uninspiring that I ended up taking photos but writing nothing at all. It’s an MPV, and about as exciting as it sounds. The XL6 is an Ertiga with a different configuration of seats — two captain seats in the second

Tushar Burman

Sep 9, 20193 min read

Mahindra World of SUVs shows off cars many ways

Wireless presentation in the World of SUVs customer lounge

Tushar Burman

Aug 30, 20195 min read

I visited the Toyota plant and now I walk very carefully

As I stared down at my feet, at the painted sign on the cement floor of three fingers pointing straight ahead and to either side, I thought to myself, “this is some next level of crazy”. The sign was preceded and followed by arrows, indicating where one should walk on the specifi

Tushar Burman

Aug 22, 201912 min read

Kia Seltos review: You’re going to want one, and you’ll need the day off to pick the right model

In my memory, never before has a car buying decision been more difficult than it will be when Kia announces Seltos pricing on 22 August. Already, we’ve seen a rush on the showrooms by customers hoping to get a closer look at the car. Even if you have the money and the blind faith

Tushar Burman

Jul 20, 20195 min read

Skoda Kodiaq L&K review: A pleasant, comfortable SUV that’s worth a second look

Slabs and creases. The VW design aesthetic is in full bloom on the Kodiaq

Tushar Burman

Jun 18, 20194 min read

Jaguar F-Pace (India made) first drive review: Desi billa is decent value for money

Back in 2016, when the Jaguar F-Pace was launched in India, we were still on a high, chest-thumping Tata Motors’ acquisition and subsequent sexy launches. The launch event was swish, the launch video was unprecedented (we haven’t had the Bandra-Worli Sea Link shut down for a car

Tushar Burman

May 31, 20194 min read

First ride: Suzuki Gixxer SF 250

Riding a test motorcycle for the first time since my recent, unfortunate crash, I was naturally tentative with the Gixxer SF 250. The sprawling run-off areas of the Buddh International Circuit were small consolation for a mind full of fear. But the little 250 from Suzuki surprise

Tushar Burman

Suzuki

May 14, 201911 min read

What to do (and not do) on a Konkan coast tour

The Vasool Twins were our companions for this tour: The Mahindra Marazzo and the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650

Tushar Burman

Mar 1, 20194 min read

Friyay: A weekend with the Range Rover Sport

Yes, it is I. Now move!

Tushar Burman

Feb 8, 20192 min read

Honda CB300R launched in India at ₹2.41 lac

(L-R) Mr. Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President — Sales and Marketing, HMSI along with Mr. Minoru Kato, President and CEO, HMSI, Mr. Yuzhuru Ishikawa, Large Project Leader CB300R, Honda R&amp;D Co. Ltd, Motorcycle R&amp;D Centre and Mr. Daiki Mihara, General Manager, Bus

Tushar Burman