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    Hormazd Sorabjee

    Autocar India

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    Background

    Our editor has been writing about cars for over 30 years. He has driven everything on wheels from a 65-ton battle tank to a Formula 1 car and still can’t get enough. His dream is to drive from the Autocar UK office to Autocar India HQ.

    Stories By Hormazd Sorabjee

    Feb 02, 2019 09:03:00 AM

    When safety kills: Cars that will soon be gone forever

    At least 13 models will be axed this year, never to return. The executioner? Tougher safety and emission regulations,...

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    Feb 01, 2019 10:32:00 AM

    End of the road for Fiat in India this year

    FCA to pull the plug on Fiat brand this year to focus entirely on Jeep.

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    Dec 29, 2018 08:00:00 AM

    In conversation with Gurpratap Boparai, VW Group India Head

    Skoda Auto India MD and VW Group India Head, Gurpratap Boparai, speaks to us about his priorities after taking over.

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    Oct 21, 2018 05:47:00 PM

    Mahindra to drop alphanumeric name for Y400 SUV

    All-new Ssangyong Rexton G4 to launch on November 19, 2018 with Mahindra badge but won’t be called XUV700 as wi...

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    Oct 02, 2018 04:01:00 PM

    Renault: Kwid EV logical for India but not imminent

    Renault boss Carlos Ghosn says India’s nascent EV market makes it a low priority for Kwid electric; to instead ...

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    Aug 30, 2018 04:31:00 PM

    In conversation with Anand Mahindra, executive chairman, ...

    Anand Mahindra speaks to us about that various challenges of electric cars from the E2O to the PF0 hypercar what role...

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    Jul 25, 2018 10:19:00 AM

    In conversation with Thomas Kuehl, President, Nissan India

    We speak to the president of Nissan India Operations about the challenges faced by Nissan and Datsun and how he envis...

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    Apr 30, 2018 11:17:00 AM

    Urus a new dimension for legendary brand says Lamborghini...

    Super-SUV will open new markets and make the brand more accessible to first-time customers says Stefano Domenicali.

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    Apr 05, 2018 03:24:00 PM

    In conversation with Ralf Speth, CEO, Jaguar Land Rover

    The CEO of JLR tell us about the company's strategy for expansion and challenge with developing electric, hybrid and ...

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    Mar 03, 2021 10:30:00 AM

    Ferrari Portofino video review

    With 'just' 600hp from its twin-turbo V8, the Portofino is Ferrari's entry-level model, but don't let that put you of...

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    Feb 20, 2019 07:00:00 AM

    Toyota Yaris long term review, first report

    Our long-termer gets a taste of the city and mountain life.

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    Feb 15, 2019 06:33:00 PM

    2019 Honda Civic India video review

    The once-popular Honda Civic returns after almost seven years, packing a diesel engine, more kit, space and comfort. ...

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    Feb 12, 2019 11:23:00 AM

    2019 Mercedes-Benz V 220d review, test drive

    The V-class is the most luxurious MPV you can buy and is aimed at those who like to travel in groups and in style.

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    Jan 04, 2019 07:00:00 AM

    Mercedes-Benz CLS 300d review, test drive

    The sleek four-door coupé gets a complete makeover but maintains its appeal as a stylish alternative to a regula...

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    Dec 11, 2018 06:00:00 AM

    2018 Volkswagen Passat long term review, first report

    Soon after it arrived in our fold, the Passat quickly established its long-distance credentials.

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    Dec 07, 2018 06:01:00 AM

    2019 Tata Harrier video review

    Rarely has anticipation for a new car been so high, which means Tata Motors’ new SUV has a lot to live up to. W...

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    Sep 03, 2018 02:00:00 PM

    2018 Mahindra Marazzo review, test drive

    Does the Marazzo, Mahindra’s all-new 7-seat MPV, have the jaws to bite into the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota...

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    Aug 18, 2018 11:21:00 AM

    2018 Honda CR-V diesel AT video review

    There will be an all-new Honda CR-V in India very soon and it's going to get a diesel engine and a third row of seats...

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    Nov 09, 2018 07:00:00 AM

    Ford GT Heritage Edition: A close look

    To celebrate the 50th anniversary of their famous LeMans win, Ford and Gulf Oil launch a Heritage Edition GT. We take...

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    Nov 08, 2018 07:00:00 AM

    2012 Lotus-Renault F1 race car drive experience

    Can anything out there match a Formula 1 car for outright speed? We drive the 2012 Lotus-Renault E20 to find out, fir...

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    Oct 27, 2018 07:00:00 AM

    World Rally Championship: Rally Turkey Experience

    The Marmaris Rally Turkey was one of the roughest WRC events in recent history and underscored the unpredictability a...

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    Aug 11, 2018 06:00:00 AM

    Altitude Quickness: The Pikes Peak experience

    Romain Dumas in the VW I.D. R Pikes Peak conquered the mountain with a record-breaking drive. We were there to see hi...

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    May 28, 2018 12:55:00 PM

    Indica: The end of an era

    After 20 years, the Tata Indica has finally been discontinued. We look back on the homegrown car that that changed th...

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    Nov 18, 2017 07:00:00 AM

    Dune bashing in Dubai in the Jeep Wrangler

    Dune bashing in the desert is a bucket list item for serious off-road enthusiasts. We go to Dubai and put a tick on o...

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    Oct 13, 2017 12:33:00 PM

    Taken for a drive in a self-driving Celerio

    A small start-up in Kolkata has taken the first step in making self-driving cars a reality. We go for a spin in the s...

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    Sep 09, 2017 06:00:00 AM

    Driving through South Africa experience feature

    1,100km in South Africa, mainly on ocean-hugging roads, in a Mercedes GLC.

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    Aug 16, 2016 07:00:00 AM

    Improving the breed

    Does race car technology successfully find its way into road cars? Hormazd Sorabjee delves deep into the Audi Le Mans...

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    Aug 10, 2015 11:58:00 AM

    What's in a name?

    Suzuki’s all-new hatchback has been christened the Baleno for Europe but in India, Maruti should call it the Zen.

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    Dec 14, 2013 04:38:00 PM

    The car that put India on wheels

    The Maruti 800 was born 30 years ago and changed the face of motoring in India forever.

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    Nov 20, 2013 04:49:00 AM

    Secret City

    The all-new Honda City is the industry’s best kept secret and the most awaited launch today. Can’t wait f...

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    May 31, 2013 10:09:00 PM

    Everest by road

    Back in 1994, we drove five Mahindra Armadas right up to the base camp of Mt Everest as part of a 13,000km voyage acr...

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    Feb 21, 2013 06:00:00 PM

    Ratan Tata's biggest achievement

    Ratan Tata's most significant contributions.

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    Poll of the month

    Should FCA discontinue the Fiat brand?

    Yes, Fiat can’t be revived and the focus should be on Jeep

     

    18.10%

    No, Fiat has a strong legacy and the brand needs to be revived

     

    33.23%

    Fiat should revive its association with Tata and make cars together

     

    48.67%

    Total Votes : 8559
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