The Tata Sierra.ev comes with two battery pack options – 63kWh and 75kWh with a claimed MIDC range of 565km and 665km respectively. This translates to a real-world driving range of up to 460km with the 63kWh battery pack and up to 530km with the 75kWh battery pack. For the powertrain, the Sierra.ev uses a dual e-drive setup which TATA is calling a quad-wheel-drive. The rear e-drive makes 238PS (175kW) and 340Nm while the front e-drive puts out 140PS (103kW) and 164Nm. The front and the rear e-drives produce a combined total output of 378PS and 504Nm. This also gives the Sierra.ev a performance advantage over direct rivals like the Hyundai Creta Electric and VinFast VF6, which are also positioned as electric midsize SUVs.

It takes about 26 minutes to charge the Tata Sierra.ev from 20-80 percent and supports DC fast-charging up to 120kW. You also get a 7.2kW home charger (purchased seperately) and 3.3kW vehicle-to-load. Not only this, with just 15 minutes of charging, you can add up to 263km range on the 75kWh battery pack and 238km range on the 63kWh battery pack respectively.

The Sierra.ev also boasts high equipment levels, just like its internal combustion engine powered version. It is equipped with six airbags as standard, a 360-degree view system, Level 2 ADAS, electronic stability control, tyre pressure monitoring and more on the safety front, besides an expansive horizon view display inside, a panoramic sunroof and a lot more. While prices for the 63kWh battery pack RWD variant start from ₹18.79 as mentioned above, prices for the 75kWh RWD variant start from ₹22,19 lakh and top off at ₹24.70 lakh ex-showroom. Customers can also upgrade the Empowered A 75 variant to quad-wheel-drive for an addtional ₹1.2 lakh. We will be driving the Tata Sierra.ev soon – stay tuned for our detailed first drive review!

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Lava is one of those Indian brands that still exist, while many others have closed their books. And with time, it seemed to slow down and almost disappear from our minds eventually, especially with a lot of Chinese-origin smartphone makers taking over the market. But the story was far from over. In 2022, Lava equipped itself with a lot of market research and consumer demands, aiming to push its smartphone business to new heights and with that, Lava again was back into the game.​

With a number of entry-level and mid-range offerings, Lava is offering some really good features and specifications, considering the prices, which are absolutely affordable, allowing consumers to experience premium features without denting their bank accounts.

The Lava Community Insiders Meet in Goa was the brand’s maiden attempt at creating a larger community of press, digital media and individual content creators and taking them through the brand’s stories while giving them a look into its product portfolio. Lava says that it is not only looking to build a bigger community, but also taking the feedback to bring even better products in the future. In fact, the brand’s senior leadership present at the event shared some delightful insights which look promising.

Talking about products, Lava’s #ProudlyIndian tagline is going international. Lava proudly announced that it has unveiled its flagship AGNI 4 5G smartphone in the UK and will launch the product there in the month of July, 2026. The UK smartphone market is largely dominated by the likes of Apple and Samsung, and consumers do not really prefer buying Chinese-origin products. However, that is not the case with Lava as the brand has managed to localise up to 70 percent of its production in India and hence acceptability is not an issue. Lava is also focusing on expanding to other countries where budget phones are widely used.

Lava is also the third largest maker of feature phones in the world, with nearly 20 million phones rolling out of its assembly lines. Moreover, the brand also provides innovative services like ‘Service@home’ where any issue with the smartphone is attended by its technicians at the comfort of the customer’s home with the majority of issues being solved within 48 hours, even in remote parts of the country. For feature phones, one just has to submit the phone to their nearest retailer and is handed a replacement handset immediately. Considering a large number of Indian consumers are still using feature phones, this particular service is an absolute boon.

While smartphone manufacturers are pushing newer designs and better hardware, Lava is focused on building a better customer and service experience with its products. Things like bloatware-free OS experience and feature-packed smartphones with affordable price tags, Lava is writing a very interesting story for itself.

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The design is quite impressive, and OnePlus has given up the smooth lines in favour of a slightly boxier-looking case. The surface finish of the case is matte, and in the Astral Teak shade, it looks quite soothing, at least to my eyes. And due to its matte finish, the case does not pick up smudges or fingerprints, which is definitely a good thing. If you do not like it flashy, you also have a black colour option for a stealthier look.

Pop open the case, and you see the buds, which weigh 4.3 grams each, which is almost nothing. That said, these buds feel almost invisible when you wear them. The box also comes with additional ear tips, so you can pick one for that perfect fit. Since the buds also feature an IP rating, occasional splashes and sweaty gym sessions will not hamper them.

Now let us address the elephant in the room – which is audio quality. The choice of hardware used shows in its performance, starting with 12mm titanium-coated drivers. I ran the buds through my playlist. From classics to rock, metal, and electronic music, the listening experience has been more than satisfactory. While the low end of the music sounded punchy, the mids and highs were also clear. It is almost the case with all budget buds, which start sounding muddy when you increase the volume. But that is not the case with the Nord Buds 4. Those who like to do some additional tweaking can use the tuning options to fully adjust the equaliser to their liking with the HeyMelody app on their phone.

Call performance is impressive, thanks to 52dB of Active Noise Cancellation, and it shows in daily use. Call clarity is excellent, and with six microphones, three on each side, you can feel the difference in chaotic places by turning it off and on. However, with very loud ambient noise, the sounds can be heard by the other person, which is not a dealbreaker, especially for the price.

The OnePlus Nord Buds 4 runs on Bluetooth 6.1 and connects swiftly to your device. It also comes with dual-device pairing, which allows you to connect to two different devices at once and switch between them quickly. The touch sensors are also receptive and allow you to control the buds effectively. Codec support is basic, with standard AAC and SBC support.

The claimed battery life is a total of 54 hours of playback. While the buds have a 62mAh battery each, the case packs a 530mAh battery, and with just 10 minutes of charging via the Type-C input port, you get a claimed three hours of playback. I used the buds almost every day, charging them only when they were completely drained, and I honestly do not remember charging them too often. Even for heavy users, the buds should deliver a day’s worth of usage with ease.

For a price of ₹3,299, the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 make a great value proposition, especially for heavy users who tend to extract the maximum performance from their gadgets. The fit is great, and the ANC does its job quite well. And to be honest, these buds handle everyday use with ease thanks to the solid build quality, while the sound quality takes the crown. However, I must remind you that for just ₹700 more, you can also get your hands on the OnePlus Nord Buds 4 Pro, which does take the performance a couple of notches higher. But if you are purchasing within a strict budget, think no further and get the Nord Buds 4, and you shall not be disappointed.

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The NS nameplate has had a cult following, and has always appealed to buyers looking for performance in naked form without breaking their bank – the NS400Z has been the most affordable 400 you can buy! This, while also getting a lot of tech and features, like four riding modes, a bi-directional quickshifter, dual-channel ABS, USD forks and a fully-digital LCD  for the instrument cluster, making it the most value for money 400s too. However, the secondary display within the instrument cluster always felt like an afterthought, but I guess buyers are satisfied with it, as it also made its way into the Dominar!

Coming to the ‘new’ 349cc engine, the motor offers 40.6PS at 9000rpm and 33.2Nm at 7500rpm. This means the power output is down by 2.4PS and peak torque by 1.8Nm as compared to the larger, 373cc engine. But thanks to a different state of tune, this engine still feels lively and aggressive, and as a fellow NS owner, I can say this is what NS customers want! Yes, the slight drop in power is noticeable, especially in the midrange, but as you cross the 7,000rpm mark, the Pulsar transforms into a different machine, but still a familiar one. 

The power surge doesn’t last for long though, and you realise the need to shift up rather quickly. This cycle of having to constantly chase that surge is an experience in itself, especially if you’re used to riding a Pulsar. The bi-directional quickshifter works as well as always, and enhances the overall riding experience and is a value addition I’ve always liked, and I found it to be quite addictive given the ease and convenience it offers! The engine feels more refined too, with slight vibration at the top end, but nothing too drastic or distracting. In essence, yes, the NS400Z has traded some of its firepower quite literally, but not all has been lost, and it still retains the characteristics that Pulsar fanboys are fond of.

Overall, the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is still fun and exciting. And given the revised price tag of ₹1.80 lakh ex-showroom, it is safe to say that the biggest Pulsar’s ‘definitely daring’ experience is even more accessible now.

Words Yash Bhargava
Photography Alex Toppo

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In terms of design, you’ll not be able to tell any difference, because there aren’t any. The only change between the older version and this one is the engine (more on that later). It is still pretty loaded, with an LCD instrument cluster shared with the Pulsar NS400Z, four different riding modes, dual-channel ABS, USD forks, a rear monoshock, and multiple factory-fitted accessories. It also has a USB port, but it is not a C-type one.

Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: the new, downsized 349cc engine. The smaller displacement is the result of a reduction in the stroke length by 3.9mm, just enough to fit this engine under the 350cc bracket. On paper, it sounds too good to be true, as Bajaj has managed to increase the peak power output by 0.6PS! However, the peak torque has dropped by 1.8Nm, and the rpm at which it arrives has also shifted up by 1,000rpm (40.6PS at 9000rpm and 33.2Nm at 7500 rpm). For your reference, the older 373cc unit produced 40PS at 8800rpm and 35Nm at 6500rpm. 

The power delivery is linear, just as before, but feels more muted now, which is bound to happen with a less strong mid-range. Also, at the top of the rev range, there is no drama, and the motorcycle feels flat. Don’t get me wrong, it is still a fast motorcycle, but the lack of torque is noticeable, especially during city riding. With the torque now shifted up, you’ll have to hold each gear for longer to get optimal performance. On the highway, which had always been the natural hunting ground of the Dominar, it still feels easy and relaxed. On a different note, the refinement levels have gone up, and the engine feels smoother with significantly less vibration.

Priced at ₹2.04 lakh ex-showroom, the 350cc Dominar 400 offers way more bang for the buck, with very little compromise. The 373cc Dominar 400 was priced at ₹2.40 lakh ex-showroom, so you are saving around ₹36,000, which is still a sizable amount. According to Bajaj’s claim, the customer is saving up to ₹50,000, but that’s not the case. That amount is calculated on the ex-showroom price with 40 percent GST, but that never happened as Bajaj absorbed the GST price hike instead of passing the difference on to the customers. 

It is a brilliant motorcycle in isolation, but if you have ridden the old Dominar, this one is unlikely to cut the mustard. Nevertheless, the Dominar 400 still makes a strong case for itself and is a viable option to consider for someone who is in the market for a sport touring bike.

Words Yash Bhargava
Photography Alex Toppo

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The Himalayan Basecamp – Ladakh Edition, takes place from September 4 to 6, 2026 in Leh. At 11,480 feet, it is being pitched as India’s first immersive adventure intersection. The event runs across five broad experiences. The first is competitive challenges on Ladakh’s terrain – a Navigation Challenge using a roadbook and Time-Speed-Distance format, a multi-discipline off-road test called Himalayan Spirit running across all three days, and a Hill Climb event. 

Then there are the masterclasses. Experienced overlanders and outdoor specialists will lead sessions on bush mechanics, off-road recovery, motorcycle overlanding, 4WD essentials, and even overland cooking, building campfire meals at altitude.

Adventure sports comes next. Rafting and kayaking on the Zanskar and Indus rivers, rock climbing and scrambling at Shey with certified instructors, hiking, mountain biking through Disko Valley, and paragliding are all on the programme. Most activities are open to beginners.

Beyond that, seven curated rides cover Ladakh’s less-ridden roads. These include photography and culture rides through pottery villages and monastery courtyards, riverside heritage routes, a Sacred Rides circuit, and the centrepiece – the Triple Pass Expedition across Khardung La (17,582 ft), Wari La, and Tanglang La (17,480 ft).

The fifth element is deliberate recovery. Moto Yoga, a rider-focused endurance and recovery session, sits alongside fireside conversations in the Explorers Tent, Ladakhi food under open sky, and acoustic music as the evening settles in.

Royal Enfield has organised guided rides departing from 24 cities across India for those who want the journey to count as much as the destination. GPS routes are also available for independent riders. Flying in is an option too.

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The new company will focus on the production, local assembly and supply of motorcycle ABS components in India. Operations of this new company will be carried out in a dedicated manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune.

The project includes the deployment of advanced automated assembly lines with an expected recruitment of around 50 personnel, an increase in production volumes and a higher level of localisation of the supply chain.

The joint venture will offer both dual-channel and single-channel ABS solutions to Indian OEM manufacturers, with more advanced production in the future. Also, the industrial setup has been designed to enable the venture to respond effectively to the existing market needs and to quickly adjust to the evolving safety standards in India.

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And if there’s one Bentley that perhaps best embodies those values, it’s the Flying Spur. The luxury limousine has always occupied an interesting space in the minds of luxury car buyers, especially for those wanting to make a statement. And what has always set the Flying Spur apart is that it’s always been more engaging to drive than a Rolls-Royce Ghost, more exclusive than a Mercedes-Benz S-Class and always managed to blend that classic, old-world British craftsmanship with modern performance in a way only Bentley can! Now though, the Flying Spur enters a new chapter because beneath that long bonnet sits a hybrid powertrain. And if that statement sounds worrying to traditional Bentley enthusiasts, it really shouldn’t.

I can say that with conviction, having spent time driving what I think is one of the finest iterations of the Flying Spur yet, the Azure. Because this isn’t a Flying Spur that has forgotten where it comes from. In typical Bentley fashion, the design feels evolutionary, rather than revolutionary as compared to older versions. At first glance, you’ll struggle to tell this one apart from the previous version of the Flying Spur, and that’s a good thing because Bentley got the proportions spot on the first time around. The long bonnet, upright grille and muscular rear haunches continue to give the Flying Spur the kind of presence that makes other luxury sedans look understated. For the matter, the Azure, as always, is the comfort-focused member of the Flying Spur family. So while the Speed is all about performance, the Azure prioritises elegance. 

Chrome detailing is used generously, while the signature grille and intricate LED headlamps ensure nobody mistakes this for anything other than a Bentley. Heck, the headlamp units look like they were designed by jewellery designers, and not automobile designers given their intricateness! I’ve also always admired how Bentley manages to make large cars look athletic. Despite stretching beyond five metres in length, the Flying Spur never feels cumbersome visually. Instead, it carries itself with the confidence of a bespoke suit tailored perfectly for its owner. And then there’s the Flying B mascot. Call me old-fashioned, but watching the illuminated Flying B rise gracefully from the bonnet remains one of the most special theatre acts in the automotive world! 

Step inside and you are immediately reminded why Bentley continues to sit near the very top of the luxury car hierarchy, as the craftsmanship is extraordinary. There are luxury cars that use leather and wood. Then there are Bentleys where every piece feels handcrafted by someone who genuinely cares about their craft. The Flying Spur Azure’s cabin feels less like a car interior and more like the lounge of a private members’ club. Seats are exceptionally comfortable, and feature Bentley’s Wellness Seating technology that can adjust ventilation, heating and massage functions automatically to improve occupant comfort. Rear passengers also get a touchscreen controller that allows them to operate everything from climate functions to the blinds, reinforcing the fact that this is a car equally happy being chauffeur-driven.

One of my favourite features continues to be the optional Bentley Rotating Display. At the touch of a button, the 12.3-inch touchscreen disappears and reveals either three beautifully crafted analogue dials or a seamless veneer panel. It’s exactly the sort of wonderfully unnecessary feature that makes a Bentley feel special. Space at the rear is immense too. There’s enough legroom to stretch out comfortably, while the combination of thick carpeting, soft leather and excellent insulation makes the cabin feel almost isolated from the outside world. Another instant favourite for me in the Azure’s second row are the electrically-deployed, veneered ‘picnic’ tables that can pop out from behind the front seats at the touch of a button! It’s yet another piece of luxury inside the car that you probably don’t need, but want. 

Of course, luxury alone isn’t enough anymore. Bentley understands that modern buyers also expect performance and this is where the new Flying Spur Azure surprises. Gone is the old W12 engine that defined Bentley flagships for years. In its place sits a new high performance hybrid setup that has the 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 work with an electric motor to offer a combined 680PS and 930Nm. For the record, these are supercar numbers hidden beneath the body of a luxury limousine! The result is a claimed 0-100kmph time of just 3.9 seconds, which sounds a bit absurd when you consider the Flying Spur Azure weighs well over 2.6 tonnes! Yet the numbers only tell part of the story.

What impresses more is the way the Bentley delivers its performance. Acceleration is effortless rather than dramatic. There’s no violence here, no sense that the car is trying to prove something. Instead, the Flying Spur gathers speed with the sort of authority that only large-capacity engines can deliver. The electric motor fills any gaps in the power delivery beautifully, making the entire experience feel seamless. It’s the kind of car that can cruise quietly through a city centre and then demolish an open highway the moment you ask of it. On the same not, a Bentley limousine isn’t really supposed to feel agile. Yet, thanks to all-wheel steering, Bentley Dynamic Ride and the latest twin-valve dampers, the Flying Spur Azure disguises its size remarkably well. 

At the same time, the ride quality remains exceptional. Broken roads are dismissed effortlessly, to ensure occupants remain cocooned from the outside world. Yet unlike some luxury sedans that float endlessly, the Flying Spur retains enough body control to make spirited driving rewarding. It’s a balance Bentley has been perfecting for decades, and the Flying Spur Azure may well be one of its finest executions yet. The transition to electrification often comes with concerns about losing character, but thankfully, the Flying Spur proves that doesn’t have to always be the case.

It still feels every bit like a Bentley. It’s still immensely luxurious, effortlessly fast and beautifully crafted. More importantly, it continues to occupy a sweet spot few luxury cars can match. Because while many buyers will spend their time relaxing in the rear seat, the Flying Spur Azure remains one of the rare ultra-luxury sedans that makes you want to get behind the wheel yourself. And in a world increasingly obsessed with screens, software and autonomous driving, that feels refreshingly old-school. Exactly as a Bentley should.

Words Abhay Verma

Photography Saidatta Naik

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Niklo Lateral, the new outfit from Niklo Media and Experience has partnered with Dubai-based The Drift Home to bring drifting to India. The biggest challenge with learning to drift is finding a safe place and trainers, but Niklo Lateral seems to have cracked the code. The drift school was launched at the Buddh International Circuit which has a massive parking lot, which is where sessions will be conducted on weekends. Niklo Lateral also has plans to take the drift school places, and have enthusiasts across the country learn to drift. What’s worth noting is that the trainers include some of Dubai’s most famous names from the sport, like Yousef Al-Herais and Fahad Latheef, also the men behind The Drift Home. 

The inaugural weekend saw Niklo Lateral set up multiple tracks, including a curated fast track with wide corners for professional drifters to practice on and for Yousef and Fahad to offer taxi rides, besides a simpler track for novice drivers. But while drifting sounds easy, the art requires immense practice and throttle control, not to forget, razor-sharp reflexes. Most importantly, you need a rear-wheel drive car that has been set up to go sideways, which is perhaps the biggest challenge! And that’s where Greater Noida-based Sportech comes into the picture. Sportech has been doing more than servicing, customising and tuning cars, because they have been building cars for drifting – including converting the humble Maruti Suzuki Swift and Baleno sedan to rear-wheel drive drift cars!

Niklo Lateral also has Indian drift stars like Prateek Dalal to teach students, who is a professional himself and has represented India in autocross and other motorsport championships abroad. Prateek recently acquired a Nissan 370Z and has converted it into a drift car. I was keen on trying out the BMWs though – the 3 Series and 5 Series, both of which have been customised and turned into proper drift cars – with the famous ‘e-brake’ or handbrake! The efforts gone into starting a dedicated drift school for enthusiasts and also offer experienced drifters a place to practice safely without breaking the law or be seen as a nuisance are commendable. To be there and get behind the wheel of a drift car with more than rear wheel drive to go sideways, while also learning from professionals made for quite the evening for us!

Prior to this, despite the growing following, we haven’t quite seen anything like this except for one-off events and individuals making it large on their own. But with a full-fledged setup, Niklo Lateral’s initiative feels like the perfect boost to help drifting get recognised as a sport in India. The focus on the setup of the cars, taking care of the cars mid-session to ensure engines don’t heat up, the setup of the track and more was excellent, and the Niklo Lateral crew was working with clockwork precision. The discipline helped, and given the highly-experienced trainers and perfectly tuned cars it was clear this is a thoughtfully curated program for anyone and everyone wanting to learn the art of drifting. The evening gave us ‘Tokyo Drift’ vibes too, given the cars, the track, the sounds – the turbochargers, blowoff whistles and the screeching tyres – and of course, the acrid smell of burning rubber! 

Interested? You can sign up for Niklo’s drift school too, because in the automotive sphere, there’s few things more gratifying than being able to go sideways! Level 1 training is priced at ₹80,000 including the drift car, trainer, tyres and fuel, while experienced drivers can opt for Level 2 training which is priced at ₹1.50 lakh. That’s a whole lot more affordable than going in for the same training abroad, be it in Dubai or Thailand, not to mention the cost and efforts to travel abroad. And with experienced drivers and a full-fledged, professional set up, Niklo Lateral really is aiming to bring drifting to India in a way enthusiasts have never seen before! 

Words Abhay Verma

Photography Saidatta Naik

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On the outside, the 2026 Citroën ë-C3X features LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs, LED fog lamps, 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, and skid plates with contrast colour. Buyers can choose from six colours – Polar White, Steel Grey, Cosmo Blue, Perla Nera Black, Garnet Red and Deep Forest Green.

The cabin of the ë-C3X sports a refreshed look with white and blue dual-tone upholstery and dashboard, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, updated 7-inch instrument console, wireless charging and Citroën connected car technology 2.0. The ë-C3X also gets six airbags. Optional features include a dual dashcam setup and a JBL music system. 

The updated Citroën ë-C3X continues to be powered by the 29.3kWh battery pack which is paired with a single electric motor which delivers an output of 57PS and 143Nm. 

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