Mahindra is extending its go global plans with the upcoming new global Pikup truck. Key new markets could be in Europe. High safety and performance focus. Official unveil coming up businessline Mahindra Group #goglobal #futurescape Aroosa

Here’s the unveil video for the new Mahindra Global Pik Up concept. Will be potentially launched in multiple geographies worldwide. businessline Mahindra Group #goglobal #futurescape

Next brand evolution will have to include EV SUV brand architecture from Mahindra. New identity looking like a stylised logo of an infinity loop. Copper twin peaks will be used only for XUV 4OO. Rest to get new logo businessline Mahindra Group #Futurescape Aroosa

Indian Music icon & multiple award winner A R Rahman will be developing the music, songs and aural experiences for future Mahindra Group vehicles. Will be working with Harman & Dolby Atmos businessline Mahindra Group #goglobal #Futurescape

The old brand architecture versus the new for Mahindra. The sub-brands under the umbrella and the vehicles that will be available under the new logo businessline Mahindra Group #goglobal #Futurescape

Mahindra Automotive top management at the official unveil of the new Mahindra Group Thar-e vision electric concept at the FutureScape event in Cape Town South Africa.

Minutes away from the official launch of the new 2023 Royal Enfield Bullet. businessline Royal Enfield #madeinmadras

And that’s the official roll out of new 2023 Royal Enfield Bullet from Vallam Chennai Vadagam Plant of Royal Enfield Multiple colourways, signature teardrop fuel tank with pinstripe, classic Bullet logo, 350cc engine Royal Enfield North America businessline #madeinmadras #RoyalEnfield

The all-new 2023 Royal Enfield Bullet 350 launched in 5 colourways and three variants including the Black Gold in this pic. Prices range from about ₹1.73 lakh to ₹2.15 lakh. Royal Enfield businessline #MADEINMADRAS

Tata Motors officially unveils the new 2023 Nexon. On stage at Jaipur where it is being showcased are Martin Ulharik, Chief Design Officer, Mohan Savarkar, Chief Product Officer and Vinay Pant, Marketing Head - PV Business Tata Motors businessline #TataNexon #WayAhead #NewNexon

New TVS Apache RTR 310 unveiled at the global premiere in Bangkok, Thailand. Streetfighter style motorcycle is built on same platform as Apache RR 310. Engine output is higher aft changes to ECU calibration & silencer businessline #RestlessToPlay #freestyler TVS Motor Company

Loaded with a lot of new tech including cruise control, cooled/ heated seats & cornering traction control, New TVS Apache RTR 310 was launched at the global premiere in Bangkok. Prices start from ₹2.43 lakh. BTO customisation too businessline #RestlessToPlay TVS Motor Company

Our commitment to Indian market is unwavering and we want take responsibility to make our cars safe for all, says Unsoo Kim, MD & CEO,  Hyundai Motor India. “We aspire to provide safety for all through our products” businessline Hyundai India #Safetyforall

Hyundai Motor India announces new initiatives in safety adoption, making multiple safety tech as part of standard fitment in all 13 models in portfolio. Some tech like ADAS will be offered in more models, up from 38% now to 60% by 2024 businessline Hyundai India #Safetyforall

Hyundai says that 6 airbags are now standard fitment in all models & all variants. Also announces that new Verna has been awarded a GlobalNCAP 5-star crash rating. Has also submitted 3 of its models for the new Bharat NCAP testing. businessline Hyundai India #Safetyforall

“Supply chain disruptions are still affecting us. Especially 48-volt battery-electric systems used in most of our cars which are mild hybrids”, says Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India. But is working on customer commitments businessline Mercedes-Benz India

That’s the new Mercedes-Benz GLE brought to India in long wheelbase (LWB) form. Launched today, the new GLE gets three powertrain options all with the 48-volt hybrid system. #mercedesbenz #mercedes businessline Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz India

The new Mercedes-Benz GLE LWB has been priced starting at ₹ 96.4lakh ex-showroom. Bookings are open now. Deliveries for 450 and 300d start in November. And for the 450d deliveries will happen in Q1 2024. businessline Mercedes-Benz India

Cracker of a Diwali for Mercedes & AMG fans. After GLE LWB, Merc India launches new C 43 AMG. Follows one man one engine principle for manufacture. 2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol AMG engine features e-turbo & powertrain incl. MCT 9G speedshift gearbox. C 43 AMG is priced at ₹98 lakh

After 20+ years of anchoring & running (literally too) a test drive/ ride column for Business Line, testing nearly a 1,000 cars & maybe half as many bikes, its time to hang up my boots. Been a ride alright, with spectacular memories to keep me company. Time for newer experiences.