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  • Skoda Kodiaq TDI | 146,000 km up

    We purchased the Skoda Kodiaq in February 2018. At that time, there weren't many options in the 50 lakh range. We considered the Ford Endeavour, Isuzu MU-X, and Mitsubishi Pajero, and we weren't interested…
  • Why no standardised AT behaviour?

    Each gearbox acts differently. This can get annoying as one might be used to a certain kind of behaviour. Automatics are gaining popularity in India and standardising the behaviour is important as…
  • Up close with Tigers at Corbett

    Called up my friend in Gurugaon to check if he was free during the same time frame and having confirmed that, it was mutually agreed that we will go to Corbett. He had been there some time ago and…
  • Cycling 100 km: How hard can it be

    I like endurance type activities, trekking, long distance motorcycle rides etc. I’ve done the 1000+ km Mumbai – Bangalore ride multiple times, 16-18 hours in the saddle. I enjoy the horror of…
  • A Meetup of Yatchs & Boats!

    On Friday afternoon I called Rien to hear how it was going with the teak on Sirion. Very pleased to hear he had all finished. He told me they had to use three coats of oil, because the teak was so…
  • Road ecology & our planet's future

    Roads and automobiles represent progress and freedom for most humans. However, they can also bring destruction and doom to others. Why did the chicken cross the road? Perhaps, the question is, why…
  • Pending challans on a used car

    I am buying a used car from Spinny, and it seems to have pending challans. Spinny has told me verbally that those would be cleared. But, there's no written assurance. Is it the right way?
  • May 2024 | Electric Vehicle Sales

    Here is the report for electric vehicle sales in the month of May 2024.
  • On the 120 BHP Tata Altroz Racer

    Tata Altroz Racer and the Hyundai i20 N Line price comparison graph.
  • 1.5 years with my modded Thar 4x4

    Its been a blissful year & a half with my beloved Thar. She has been a wonderful companion for daily commutes, weekend/holiday road trips, and occasional off-road adventures. I have driven & owned…
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