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BMW Motorrad crosses 2 lakh sales in 2025

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BMW Motorrad delivered 2,02,563 motorcycles worldwide in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive year the company has surpassed the 2 lakh unit milestone. R 1300 GS Adventure and R 1300 GS were top sellers Germany, France and Italy were the top three markets BMW Motorrad bikes global sales R 1300 GS models lead sales BMW Motorrad mentions that the sales came despite a global decline in the 500cc and above segment. In December alone, the manufacturer sold 15,109 motorcycles, marking the third-best December in BMW Motorrad's history. The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure topped the sales charts with 33,570 units, followed by the R 1300 GS with 32,555 units. The S 1000 RR came in third with 11,643 units sold. Europe accounted for 1,18,814 units, with BMW Motorrad’s home market of Germany leading the way with 25,516 motorcycles sold. France followed with 19,019 units, ahead of Italy at 16,692 units and Spain at 14,005 units. Outside Europe, the USA recorded sales of 14,869 units, Brazil 1...

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Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus: 2 reasons to buy, 2 reasons not to

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Essentially a 9-seater version of the Bolero Neo , the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus launched in November 2024. While it directly competes with the Force Citiline, the Bolero Neo Plus also takes on the likes of the Force Gurkha 5-door . Based on our comprehensive review of this Mahindra SUV , here are some salient takeaways that will help you decide whether you should buy the Bolero Neo Plus or not. Rugged suspension setup Takes even the worst road conditions in its stride. Backing the body-on-frame construction of the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus is a suspension system that can handle everything from broken roads to unpaved trails. There is a double-wishbone setup with coil springs up front and a multi-link rear suspension with coil springs and a stabiliser bar. Compared to similarly priced monocoque SUVs, the suspension of the Bolero Neo Plus feels almost unbreakable and gives you the confidence to plough through even when the tarmac ends. Remarkable diesel tractability Drivers will...

8 Things to know before Buying the Bajaj Chetak C2501

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The C2501 is an affordable and accessible electric scooter from Bajaj, and is the entry point in the Chetak line-up. What is the battery pack capacity and riding range in the Bajaj Chetak C2501, and what are the power figures? This electric scooter uses a 2.5kWh battery pack powering a hub-motor, and it has a claimed IDC riding range of 113kms on a full charge. What is the top-speed of the Bajaj Chetak C2501 and what riding modes does it get? It has two riding modes: Eco and Sport, with a claimed top-speed of 55kph. How long does it take to charge the Bajaj Chetak C2501? The scooter takes 2 hours and 25 minutes to charge from 0-80 percent (claimed), while charging it to 100 percent is said to take 3 hours and 45 minutes. What features does the Bajaj Chetak C2501 get? The scooter gets 25 litres of underseat storage, with a USB charging port also situated in the boot. The scooter uses a LCD screen with new switchgear and comes with Reverse Mode as standard, but features like Hi...

Bajaj Chetak C2501 electric scooter walkaround video

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Top-end Tata Punch vs mid-spec Nexon: Which offers better value at Rs 10 lakh?

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With the facelifted Punch , Tata has introduced the Nexon ’s 1.2-litre turbo-petrol to the subcompact SUV and more features, leading to a pricing overlap between the two models. Amongst all variants, the turbo-petrol option of the Punch’s top-spec Accomplished+ S and the Nexon’s mid-spec Creative are priced just below Rs 10 lakh, and are well-equipped with features. So, if you have a budget of around Rs 10 lakh, should you go for the new Punch or the Nexon? Let us find out.  Tata Punch top trim vs Nexon mid trim: Dimensions The Nexon is the bigger SUV in almost all aspects Tata Punch top trim vs Nexon mid trim: Dimensions    Punch Nexon Length (mm) 3,876 3,995 Width (mm) 1,742 1,804 Height (mm) 1,615 1,620 Wheelbase (mm) 2,445 2,498 Ground clearance (mm) 193 208 Boot space (litres) 366 382 Kerb weight (kg)* 1,143 1,340 *Approximate values With 119mm more height, 62mm more ...