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Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex Review - The Hooligan of the lineup

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For 2026, the Guerrilla 450 gets a handful of updates. The Analogue variant has been discontinued, the CEAT Grip XL tyres have been revised to offer 8 percent more dry grip and 17 percent more wet grip, and there’s a new Twilight Blue colour of the Dash variant that comes with a headlight grille and handguards. The new Apex variant is built with a sportier intent with some of the main updates being road-biased tyres and a new handlebar. We rode the bike in Assam, first on a go-kart track, followed by a 140km round trip to Umiam Lake the next day and here is what we think about this new variant. Guerrilla 450 Apex Design and Ergonomics - 8/10 The Apex variant distinguishes itself with a cowl on top of the headlight, another one over the pillion seat, and road-biased Vredestein Centauro ST+ tyres. It also gets an aluminium handlebar compared to the steel handlebar on the other variants and this unit has been positioned 56mm lower and 57mm ahead to put you in a sportier stance. The fo...
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Top 10 SUVs in India with BNCAP 5 star safety rating

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The Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) , introduced in 2023, scores passenger vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars based on crash safety. Listed below are the top 10 SUVs currently in production that have secured a full 5-star rating in Bharat NCAP crash tests, along with their adult and child occupant protection scores. Note that these models are ranked in ascending order of adult protection scores, with the top spot held jointly. 10. Tata Punch Adult safety: 30.58/32, child safety: 45/49 Starting this list is the Tata Punch , which serves as the entry point to the Indian carmaker’s SUV line-up. With a mid-lifecycle update in January 2026, the compact SUV received features such as a high-resolution 360-degree camera and an auto-dimming inside rearview mirror. The safety kit also includes 6 airbags, ESP, a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill-hold and hill-descent control, ISOFIX child seat mounts, three-point seat belts for all passengers, auto headlamps and rain-...
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3 reasons to buy the Audi SQ8; one to skip it

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A top-tier model from Audi ’s extensive SUV line-up, the SQ8 is placed between the standard Q8 and the range-topping RSQ8 . The Audi SQ8 has only recently been launched in India , with primary competition coming from the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe and Porsche Cayenne Coupe GTS , both of which reached our shores around two years ago. However, should you be looking for a newer German offering in the segment, we found out in our review of the SQ8 , there are a couple of strong reasons why picking this new Audi will not leave you disappointed. Power paired with precision The SQ8’s dual-personality combines exhilarating speed and effortless mile-munching While its performance may not be as savage as the RSQ8’s, the SQ8’s ability to charge towards the horizon is nothing to scoff at. The 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 nestled under the bonnet develops 507hp and 770Nm of torque, which is then sent to all four wheels via Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive (AWD) system for a 0-100kph time of 4.12 se...
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2026 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V launched at Rs 1.25 lakh

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TVS has introduced the updated 2026 Apache RTR 160 4V range, bringing key feature upgrades across all variants. These features were previously limited to the top-spec USD with TFT variant. Projector headlamp and all-LED lighting now standard across the range No mechanical changes 159.7cc single produces 17.6hp and 14.7Nm TVS Apache RTR 160 4V variant lineup The Apache RTR 160 4V is now available in three variants The motorcycle now gets a Class-D projector headlamp with LED DRLs, all-LED lighting, and an assist and slipper clutch as standard across the lineup. The Apache RTR 160 4V range now comprises three variants. The entry-level single-channel ABS variant is priced at Rs 1.25 lakh and comes with telescopic front forks and a digital LCD cluster. The mid-spec dual-channel ABS with USD variant is priced at Rs 1.31 lakh. It features adjustable levers and continues with the same digital LCD cluster as the base variant. The range-topping USD with TFT variant is priced at Rs 1.3...
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Yamaha Aerox E video review

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Also See: Yamaha EC-06 review: A different direction from Autocar India https://ift.tt/bugRtdF
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Yamaha Aerox E review: Electrifying enough?

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Yamaha has recently entered the Indian electric scooter market with a two-pronged approach. The first half of the equation is the River Indie -based EC-06 and the other is the Aerox E . The electric Aerox is a self-developed product and will be positioned in a more premium manner upon launch. Yamaha Aerox E Design And Quality - 8/10 You’ll be hard pressed to tell apart the Aerox E from its petrol-powered counterpart at first glance, especially from the front. However, once your eyes make their way to the rear, you’ll start noticing the differences. The bright blue-coloured swingarm-mounted motor as well as the new white colour are some of the most recognizable ways to spot an electric Aerox. The Aerox E uses a swingarm-mounted motor.  On the whole, I quite like the sharp and edgy design of the Aerox E and quality seems to be quite good in general too. You’ve got new switchgear to complement the 5-inch colour TFT display - which feels a little smaller than its dimensions su...
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Upcoming car launches in April 2026

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The month of March 2026 saw a lot of exciting launches, including popular mid-size SUVs such as the Skoda Kushaq facelift and Renault Duster . The Hyundai Exter and Verna received their facelifts, while variants of the Kia Sonet and Tata Harrier EV were rejigged. Lexus launches its first EV, the ES 500e , in India. This string of exciting launches is expected to continue in April 2026 as well, with the MG Majestor and Volkswagen Taigun facelift going on sale. While Mercedes-Benz has confirmed an entry-level luxury EV launching in the month, Toyota is expected to reveal the prices of its first all-electric offering.  Volkswagen Taigun facelift Debut date: April 9, 2026 Pre-facelift Volkswagen Taigun used for representation purposes only.  The Volkswagen Taigun has been on sale in India since 2021. Confirmed to debut in India on April 9, the Taigun facelift will follow the mid-cycle update of the Skoda Kushaq, also built on the same MQB-A0-IN platform. Like th...
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Next-gen Mercedes A-Class hatchback to arrive in 2028

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Mercedes-Benz will debut a brand-new generation of the A-Class hatchback in 2028, according to a new report from our sister publication, Autocar UK . The next-gen A-Class will serve as Mercedes-Benz’s global entry-level offering and be offered with hybrid and EV powertrains, the latter of which will butt heads with the upcoming Audi A2 e-tron hatchback . Next-gen A-Class hatchback to be underpinned by new CLA’s MMA platform A-Class hybrid likely to use 1.5-litre turbo-petrol mill, EV to offer 58kWh and 85kWh batteries Platform shift to bring longer wheelbase, wider tracks, higher ground clearance, etc Next-gen A-Class may be renamed to CSA 2028 Mercedes-Benz A-Class platform and powertrain details The new A-Class hatchback is expected to leverage the MMA platform used for the new CLA. The 2028 A-Class is expected to use the same Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA) that underpins the new Mercedes-Benz CLA , which is offered in both hybrid and EV guises globally; only the C...
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Rynox Tornado Pro Riding Pants review

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The Rynox Tornado Pro riding pants are positioned as a versatile, all-weather option for riders seeking certified protection, touring-friendly features and the ability to pair them with a compatible jacket to form a suit. On paper, they tick most of the right boxes, and in use, they largely deliver on that promise. The Tornado Pro comes equipped with Level 2 hip protectors on either side and a Level 2 knee protector that is position-adjustable via Velcro. The ability to fine-tune knee armour placement ensures the protectors sit correctly in a riding stance. There’s also provision for a tailbone protector for those looking to upgrade safety further.. Adjustable knee armour The pants are Class A certified as per CE standards. In addition, Rynox claims the Tornado Pro has cleared tests for impact energy absorption, abrasion resistance, seam strength, tear strength, and overall fit and ergonomics.  The pants come with a ‘DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating’, extending from the...
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