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    Sergius Barretto

    Autocar India

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    Background

    Sergius has been a part of the automotive industry for 18 years, fixing, selling, training and consulting on all things automotive. Auto enthusiast by birth. Auto engineer by education. Now auto journalist by profession.

    Stories By Sergius Barretto

    Jun 09, 2025 05:07:00 PM

    Harrier EV 4WD could account for 20 percent of model̵...

    QWD is likely to be the brand name for Tata Motors’ all-wheel-drive tech across products.

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    May 28, 2025 01:33:00 PM

    New Nissan SUV and MPV launch timelines confirmed

    Pre-production of the Triber-based MPV and Duster-based SUV has begun; Nissan also reiterated its commitment to India...

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    May 22, 2025 03:47:00 PM

    Range Rover ‘Himalayan’ special edition India...

    JLR is planning on new India-based specials following the enthusiastic response to the Range Rover Ranthambore Edition.

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    May 03, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    “Not to be the first but the best” is Lamborg...

    Lamborghini’s fully electric vehicle is only going to arrive at the end of the decade, which is when the compan...

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    Apr 07, 2025 06:24:00 PM

    Mahindra unveils new design studio in India

    The new design facility is a major update of Mahindra’s earlier design studio, which was set up in 2015 and hou...

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    Feb 22, 2025 09:52:00 PM

    Skoda Kylaq Cup racing series in the works

    New one-make racing series for India being mooted with a specially prepped race Kylaq.

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    Feb 13, 2025 06:11:00 PM

    Tata Motors announces high-speed EV charger network, 4,00...

    It is setting up Tata.ev Mega Charger network in collaboration with charging point operators; Tata customers will get...

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    Feb 05, 2025 12:28:00 PM

    Ford refutes reports on India return delay

    Says its plans for local manufacturing are on track; however, no timeline is stated for the start of operations.

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    Jan 22, 2025 02:32:00 PM

    Now is the right time to introduce 4WD, says Tata’s...

    Tata Motors can overcome the engineering difficulties of offering four-wheel drive on the Harrier with the introducti...

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    May 26, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Mercedes EQS SUV 450 long term review, 1,200km report

    Another mighty Merc EV joins our fleet, and it has so far dwelled in the city.

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    May 16, 2025 01:13:00 PM

    2025 Kia Carens Clavis video review

    The Clavis is a more upmarket version of the Carens with more powertrain options. lots of new features and an updated...

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    Apr 19, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Skoda Kodiaq RS review: Big Bear

    The sporty RS version of the Kodiaq is finally making its way to India, and we find out whether it does the famed alp...

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    Mar 23, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    BMW iX long term review, 2,500km report

    First report: BMW’s massive electric SUV joined our long-term fleet and spent an entire month out of character ...

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    Mar 05, 2025 11:33:00 AM

    2025 Skoda Octavia RS video review

    The Skoda Octavia is coming to India spearheaded by the 265hp-Octavia RS. Sergius Barretto finds out if this could be...

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    Feb 28, 2025 12:53:00 PM

    2025 Skoda Octavia RS review: all the car you’ll ev...

    The Skoda Octavia RS has always been an all-rounder. Is the new facelifted fourth-gen car the same? We find out while...

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    Feb 15, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    2025 Audi Q8 long term review, 2,300km report

    First report: Audi’s flagship SUV enters our fleet and is soon put to work, carrying cargo of all sizes and tra...

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    Jan 29, 2025 06:18:00 PM

    2025 Aston Martin Vantage India video review

    The Aston Martin Vantage has received a comprehensive update and according to Aston its more of a sportscar than gran...

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    Jan 28, 2025 03:00:00 PM

    Kia Syros review: Ace of Space

    Built on a reinforced small car platform, Kia’s new compact SUV goes big on interior space. Can that deliver Ki...

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    May 10, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Lamborghini Temerario: a close look at the Huracan successor

    The Lamborghini Huracán’s successor packs a 920hp V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain. We get a close first look ...

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    Mar 16, 2025 08:00:00 AM

    Getting factory fit, the Toyota way

    Champions aren’t born; they are made. And proving the adage right is Toyota’s Technical Training Institute.

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    Sep 28, 2024 09:00:00 AM

    The Auto Car: designing our own car with Tata Motors

    Could we design our own car? Our crack(pot) team, with a lot of help from Tata Motors design, did just that.

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    Jun 30, 2024 09:00:00 AM

    How to choose the best tyres for highway drives

    With India’s highway network expanding rapidly, we help you with tyre tips for long drives.

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    Mar 18, 2024 11:30:00 PM

    Audi Q6 e-tron first look: A new beginning

    Q6 e-tron is the first Audi built on the Group's PPE platform that's set to underpin future models; India-bound in th...

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    Feb 11, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Maruti Suzuki factory visit: Making of a Jimny

    The Maruti Suzuki plant was set up back in 1983, but today, it’s home to the company’s most modern line.

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    Dec 22, 2023 08:00:00 AM

    Automotive headlines that defined 2023

    A look back at key events, announcements and updates in the Indian car industry this year.

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    Jul 29, 2023 10:30:00 AM

    Feature: The complete guide to EV charging

    Charging an EV can be as simple as plugging in a phone, but there are considerations to be kept in mind.

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    Jun 05, 2023 02:45:00 PM

    6 lesser known ways to lower your car’s environment...

    Besides properly maintaining your car and driving efficiently, there’s plenty you can do to make your drive a l...

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    Apr 26, 2025 02:00:00 PM

    Opinion: Could we soon see a Nissan Maruti hybrid?

    A Nissan e-POWER series hybrid in a Maruti sounds challenging but is a very interesting proposition.

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    Feb 02, 2025 08:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Is the coupe-SUV body style working?

    The Tata Curvv stands out amongst traditional SUVs, but what about its sales?

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    Dec 14, 2024 09:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Luxury vans are finally gaining traction in India

    Clearly, customers today want to stretch out in luxury and aren’t averse to a van.

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    Sep 22, 2024 08:30:00 AM

    Opinion:How Mahindra and Tata fought off global competition

    These two brands are in a constant fight for the No.3 spot despite an influx of foreign players.

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    Sep 08, 2024 08:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Why a product’s price shouldn't come at th...

    At times, planners focus too much on a product’s price at the expense of its value.

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    Jul 30, 2024 08:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Why the Thar should remain a niche and halo brand

    While increasing sales are an accountant's delight, it creates a problem for the marketeer limiting the brand's upwar...

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    Jun 28, 2024 07:30:00 AM

    Opinion: Why Indian automakers should enter real estate

    It’s time Indian automakers like Mahindra, Royal Enfield get entrenched in their customers’ lifestyles.

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    Apr 06, 2024 07:00:00 AM

    Opinion: Automotive scandals, why they happen and how to ...

    Whenever a scandal surfaces it’s nearly always management demands that are the root cause.

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    Feb 23, 2024 11:54:00 AM

    Opinion: Looking back to go forward

    Mega roads, like the Atal Setu, and hybrids, like the ones Maruti Suzuki is bringing, may be ideas from the past, but...

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    In some states, road tax exemption on hybrids is on par with EVs. Should this be introduced nationwide?

    Yes, hybrids need more government push

     

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    No, this will hamper EV adoption

     

    8.68%

    Maybe, but more affordable hybrid cars are needed

     

    26.03%

    Total Votes : 219
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