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There’s no simpler way to compare one car’s performance to another than with a head-to-head quarter-mile race. And in this edition of Autocar India’s quarter-mile racing series, we’ve saved the best for last – Porsche 911 GTS T-hybrid vs MG Cyberster . On one side we have the most definitive and quintessential sports car in the form of the 911, while on the other side, the electric Cyberster represents the cutting-edge future. Let’s find out which one is quicker down the drag strip.  Porsche 911 GTS vs MG Cyberster: Powertrain and specs  Model  Porsche 911 GTS  MG Cyberster  Powertrain  3,951cc flat-six petrol + electric motor 77kWh battery, dual electric motors Drive layout  All-wheel drive  All-wheel drive  Power  541hp 510hp Torque  610Nm  725Nm  Gearbox 8-speed DCT  1-speed  Weight  1,645kg  1,985kg  The 911 and the Cyberster couldn’t be more different on the powertrain front. The Porsche use...

The all-new Bajaj Pulsar 150 arrives on a completely new platform with a revised engine, a new single-cradle frame, monoshock rear suspension and a host of new features. It is offered in three variants, all of which share the same mechanical package but differ in features and some hardware. Here's a breakdown of what each variant has to offer. Pulsar 150 variant breakdown Pulsar 150 SD Single Seat All three variants get the same 149.5cc, single-cylinder engine that produces peak output figures of 14hp at 8,000rpm and 14.1Nm of torque at 6,500rpm.  The base SD Single Seat variant gets a 5-inch colour LCD display with Bluetooth and turn-by-turn navigation. Braking comes from a 260mm front disc and a 130mm rear drum, and it's the only variant of the three to miss out on ISG, a belly pan and hazard lights. It does, however, get the same ride modes and crawl mode as the other two. It's priced at Rs 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Pulsar 150 TD Single Seat Stepping up to the TD ...

The Ahmedabad-based electric vehicle startup Matter has raised USD 25 million (nearly Rs 240 crore) in growth capital, with existing investors participating in the latest funding round. The company says the fresh capital will be used to expand manufacturing and supply-chain capacity, increase investments in distribution and brand building, and fund its next product cycle that includes an onslaught of four motorcycles. Four new electric motorcycles planned over the next 12-24 months Latest funding takes total capital raised to around Rs 1,000 crore Matter’s planned motorcycles To expand the Aera platform into new variants and rider segments The latest funding takes Matter’s total capital raised to around Rs 1,000 crore, with over Rs 750 crore already deployed across manufacturing, research and development and market entry. The company says customer waitlists for its Aera electric motorcycle continue to grow. Matter plans to launch four new electric motorcycles over the next 12 to 24 mo...

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CNG cars are no longer considered budget options like before. Today, they are offered across multiple body styles and price points and even with automatic gearboxes. Moreover, with manufacturers now offering good features across the line-up, along with dual-tank or underbody CNG tank setups that free up boot space, these cars now don’t feel like a compromise made for lower running costs. Here, we have listed the best CNG cars under Rs 10 lakh that you can buy. 1. Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG  Price: Rs 8.11 lakh-Rs 9.11 lakh  The Maruti Dzire is powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine that produces 70hp and 102Nm of torque in the CNG spec. While performance is adequate for everyday driving, the Dzire really impresses with its great ride quality and tidy handling manners. The cabin is spacious, and with CNG available on the mid-spec VXi and ZXi trims, most features are covered, too. The Dzire gets a single large CNG tank in the boot but still offers some usable space.   ...

After what seems like a long, drawn-out process, Bajaj has finally launched the all-new classic Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 125. The new Pulsar 150 brings a lot to the line, with a new engine and frame, along with a whole lot of new features. However, it has also lost some of the features from the previous Pulsar 150 it replaces. Let’s see what those are, in detail. At the end, you can decide if the proverbial “old is gold” applies to the Pulsar 150 too. Note: At the time of writing, Bajaj hasn’t shared the exact dimensions and kerb weight for the new Pulsar 150, so this comparison skips that part. We’ll update this once we get the details from Bajaj. Bajaj Pulsar 150 new vs old: Engine changes Same power but more torque than before   New Bajaj Pulsar 150 Old Bajaj Pulsar 150 Engine 149.5cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled 149.5cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled Power 14hp at 8,000rpm 14hp at 8,500rpm Torque 14.1Nm at 6,500rpm 13.2Nm at 6,500rpm Transmission 5-speed 5-speed Both models have a...

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The VW Tayron R-Line is back in the Autocar India garage, and we’ve been running it for some weeks now. First things first, I switch off the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) as a matter of habit. The thing is, every time you turn on the car, the system defaults to AEB being active; it doesn’t remember that you last turned it off. This can be rather annoying, but like with most CBUs, which this VW Tayron R-Line is, it follows the homologation requirements of Europe, or what is called GSR 870. That means, for safety reasons, it is mandated to have the AEB on by default every time you begin driving the car.  AEB triggers inadvertently in traffic. Now, in Europe and other parts of the world where traffic is predictable and sane, it makes sense, but on our chaotic streets, pedestrians, cyclists, bikes and three-wheelers can trigger the AEB into a heart-stopping slam on the brakes, with the risk of being rear-ended by someone who is two inches away from your bumper. Every run to work,...

Royal Enfield’s Continental GT 650 is the brand’s modern take on the classic cafe racer, combining a retro design with its 648cc parallel-twin engine. If you’re considering one, here’s everything you need to know about the motorcycle. 1. How much does the Continental GT 650 cost? Royal Enfield has priced the Continental GT 650 from Rs 3.58 lakh to Rs 3.88 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai). The Rocker Red and British Racing Green variants are priced at Rs 3.58 lakh, while the Apex Grey and Mr Clean cost Rs 3.81 lakh and Rs 3.88 lakh, respectively. 2. Which engine does the Continental GT 650 have? The Continental GT 650 continues with Royal Enfield’s 648cc, air/oil-cooled parallel-twin engine. It produces 47hp at 7,150rpm and 52.3Nm at 5,250rpm, with power sent to the rear wheel through a six-speed gearbox. 3. What is the seat height of the Continental GT 650? The Continental GT 650 has an 820mm seat height. It also has a 1,398mm wheelbase and 174mm of ground clearance. 4. What features does ...

Lando Norris scored back-to-back wins after taking victory at the Dutch GP – the last race held at Zandvoort for the foreseeable future. Despite missing out on the win, Kimi Antonelli did stretch his championship lead after finishing second, ahead of his Mercedes teammate George Russell. Norris wins, 11.536 sec ahead of Antonelli Mercedes scores double podium finish Alonso P9 for Aston Martin Norris wins Dutch GP Verstappen crashes out of home race Starting from pole position, Norris initially held the lead. But the race was red-flagged moments later as Max Verstappen crashed out on the opening lap after losing control on the drying track.  Fresh off announcing his contract extension with Red Bull, the four-time world champion was keen to win his home race, with Zandvoort dropping off the F1 calendar next year.  However, Verstappen appeared to struggle for pace throughout the weekend. “[It was a] disappointing end to a weekend that already, I think, was quite tough for us – n...