Lexus has long been synonymous with hybrid and plug-in-hybrid power, but the new UX 300e is its first venture into the world of fully-electric vehicles, so it’ll be up against rivals such as the new BMW iX3 and Mercedes EQC. With striking looks and a well-built interior, the Lexus UX 300e is definitely one to consider if you’re a fan of the design and appreciate a high-quality, well-made interior. Though it’s not the highest-riding of SUVs, we check out how suitable is the UX 300e for Indian road conditions.

WION Pitstop: All-electric Lexus UX 300e review

If we were to name one car that most Indians have a memory of, it'll surely be the Maruti Suzuki Alto. Until two years back, the Alto used to come in two versions - the 800 and K10. Despite both versions being very popular in the market, the latter was discontinued in 2020. But looking at the popularity and demand in the Indian market, the company has relaunched the Alto K10 in an all-new form. We spent some time with the new Alto K10 to see if it has taken the baton from the earlier version well enough to sprint strongly and intensify the play in the small hatchback segment even more!

WION Pitstop: 2022 Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 review

The first-generation international model of the Yamaha MT-15 was a well-rounded package. But, the critical reason for disappointment with the Indian version was cost-cutting. And thankfully, in its first cycle of evolution, the MT-15 Version 2.0 has not been watered down for India. When it comes to aesthetic changes, things are largely limited to new and sporty-looking colour schemes like this combination of grey and turquoise we are riding. It also gets coloured alloy wheels that further enhance the sporty feel, but the chassis department has carried out two crucial changes. So, let's find out how it actually behaves on some real roads.

WION Pitstop | Yamaha MT-15 Version 2.0 review

Rising motorcycling culture has made the premium segment quite interesting. We are witnessing some very compelling new bikes come to life, and it becomes even more exciting when a manufacturer does something very different from its usual products. A bit like that happened recently when we reached Thailand to ride a new Royal Enfield motorcycle, named Hunter 350. We were told that it's quite a different product from other Royal Enfield motorcycles, and we can confirm that it looks somewhat different as well. At 177 kilograms, the Hunter weighs about 15 kilograms less than a standard Classic 350 -- and that has been achieved by replacing some metal components, like the side panels and fenders, with plastic ones. But how does it actually feels on the road? Let's find out.

WION Pitstop | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 review

The cool and compact MINI Cooper has all the personality traits required to be a head-turner, and it has always been known for its electrifying performance. But now, the company has electrified this mini luxury car in a literal sense. The all-electric MINI Cooper SE is now available in the Indian market, and we recently got to spend some time with it. How does it all go? Is it the same fun-to-drive mini with the new electric drivetrain? Let's check out.

WION Pitstop | All-electric MINI Cooper SE review

Over two decades and multiple generations, but still, whenever a new Pulsar comes into the market, it sizzles up the Indian two-wheeler space. I've been a fan of the Pulsar since it was first launched in 2001 -- that round-headlamp streetfighter look was unmatched! But that was a teenage boy lusting. Now a professional, having been in the business of reviewing motorcycles for a while, I've never been completely satisfied with any new generation of Pulsars. We tried the new platform in the form of the Pulsar N160, which has been launched in India recently. Now you must be thinking why Bajaj introduced the N160 when the NS160 was already, and still is, in the market. As per the company, the N160 is an all-new motorcycle which is developed from scratch and is quite different from its NS160 sibling. Before the ride, Bajaj told us that it is an entry-level sports bike and should not be considered a premium commuter. So, let's test this claim.

WION Pitstop | 2022 Bajaj Pulsar N160 review

The new Volvo XC60 gets a rework with fresher styling cues, more features on the inside and a mild-hybrid petrol motor replacing the D5 diesel on sale earlier. While the changes aren’t enormous, it does seem like Volvo has finally brought an XC60 to India that is a more rounded package. Not just for the added safety but also a strong set of value-adding features at par if not exceeding segment benchmarks. The question remains as to whether it will be enough to make a dent in the German-dominated space. Meanwhile, let's go for a drive in this updated Volvo XC60 and see how it behaved on the Indian roads.

WION Pitstop: New Volvo XC60 review

TVS has introduced the NTorq Race XP, which promises to recapture the spirit of the original, thanks to a class-leading output of 10.2 horsepower. What makes it stand out is its shouty paint scheme and loud graphics, along with these stunning red alloy wheels. And there's even a red engine cooling fan. But more noticeable upgrades have been provided to the suspension and the engine. So, we spent a week checking out how these upgrades translate into the NTorq's on-road performance. And here's what we experienced.

WION Pitstop: TVS NTorq 125 Race XP review

Triumph's most affordable motorcycle the Trident 660 has landed in India, but sadly, gone are the days when middleweight motorcycles had middleweight price tags. And the Trident is no different with a starting ex-showroom price tag of around 7 lakh Indian rupees. The Trident is still competitively priced when you look at the options like the Honda CB650R and the Scrambler Ducati. And if you look at the slightly more affordable options, you'll find that the twin-cylinder Kawasaki Z650 is priced slightly cheaper than the Trident. So, we spent some time with the Trident 660 to find out if it makes a strong case for itself in the market, and we are going to tell you what our thoughts are about it.

WION Pitstop: Triumph Trident 660 review: Is it your perfect first big bike?

Yamaha Motor India has forayed into the maxi-scooter segment with the launch of the Aerox 155. Based on the 'Heart-Shaking Speedster' design concept, it has an athletic stance and sporty elements. But what makes it more special is the 155cc liquid-cooled engine with VVA, which is borrowed from the YZF-R15 sports bike. However, there are some changes done to the motor, the output has been relaxed a bit, and it comes mated to a CVT transmission. But how does it feel to ride on Indian roads? And what all features does it offer? We are going to find answers to all that in this video.

WION Pitstop | Yamaha Aerox 155 review: A maxi-scooter that's R15 at heart

Kia India has finally revealed its upcoming 7-seater, the Carens. The Kia Carens will be launched in the Indian market soon, and it will sit somewhere between the popular Maruti Suzuki Ertiga/XL6 and the Toyota Innova. The multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) is based on the same platform that underpins the Sonet as well as the Hyundai Alcazar. And not just that, but these vehicles also share the same powertrains. However, the Carens has been designed for a different purpose, to meet the diverse requirements of the customers. So, we spent a day with the upcoming Kia Carens to know how it feels to drive on the Indian roads, and will it be fulfilling the requirements of its target buyers.

WION Pitstop: Kia Carens review: A premium 6/7-seater

If you were to draw up a list of the most popular sports bikes sold in India, the Yamaha YZF-R15 would easily top it. After all, we all love faired motorcycles. And the best bit -- it offers performance motorcycling to the masses! And now, in its fourth cycle of evolution, the R15 has been significantly updated - with fresh looks and better equipment. Thankfully, unlike the last generation model, Yamaha hasn’t watered it down for India. Remember how India never got USD forks as the other markets did? That has finally changed! We spent a few days with the new R15, and we are going to tell you all about our experience with it in this video.

WION Pitstop: Yamaha YZF-R15 V4.0 review

Tata Motors has just introduced a new Kaziranga Edition line-up for its entire SUV range, which includes the Harrier, Nexon, Punch and Safari. As per the Indian carmaker, the special editions take inspiration from the Kaziranga National Park, which is located in Assam and is home to the one-horned Rhinoceros. Based on the top trims of each of the cars, the special edition mainly gives them several cosmetic changes on the interior and exterior, and some feature updates as well.

WION Pitstop: Tata launches the Kaziranga editions of the Punch, Nexon, Harrier & Safari

The latest player in the electric mobility space is a Bengaluru based start-up called Bounce, and it has launched an electric scooter in India - the Infinity E1. It claims to offer a top speed of 65 kilometres per hour along with a range of up to 65 kilometres. The scooter gets some cool features like a removable and swappable battery pack, drag and reverse mode, and smartphone connectivity. There are some different and a bit confusing buying options too. We recently got a chance to spend some time with it and check out what this new brand has on offer. So, here is what we came back with.

WION Pitstop: Bounce Infinity E1 electric scooter review

With luxury being the focus, Mercedes-Benz has launched its first Maybach SUV in India - the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic. It is a big, beefy machine that gets an AMG-tuned powertrain along with a specially crafted interior for oodles of luxury. The Maybach GLS 600 comes with a starting price tag of INR 2.43 crore (ex-showroom) and then a huge list of bespoke options for personalisation. But is that price justified well? We spent some time with the new Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic to find the answer, and here is what we came back with.

WION Pitstop: Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic review

BMW launched the S 1000 RR superbike in 2010, and it went straight to the top of the superbike game. The base platform of the initial S 1000 RR was so good that BMW has been selling the bike with only evolutionary changes, ever since. But here’s finally an all-new one, and BMW says that everything on this bike is different, ‘down to the last nut and bolt.’ Its quirky headlamps are gone and now the BMW S 1000 RR looks more in line with the other litre-class supersport bikes. However, the bigger news is the weight reduction, and this is the first time Motorrad is using the letter 'M' – previously seen only on BMW's performance cars. We recently got a chance to spend a few days with the all-new flagship Pro M Sport variant of the new BMW S 1000 RR, and this is what we came back with.

WION Pitstop: BMW S 1000 RR Pro M Sport review

Mercedes-Benz has introduced its new entry-level AMG car in India - the A 35 4Matic. Based on the new A-Class sedan, this performance model is not a full-blown AMG model. However, it features several performance upgrades and AMG specific cosmetic changes. But how this new performance model behaves on the Indian roads? That's what we are going to find out in this video.

WION Pitstop | Mercedes-AMG A 35 4Matic review: The entry-level AMG car

After 12 years in the Indian market, the Volkswagen Polo is bowing out. In these 12 years, the compact hatchback has created great respect in the heart of Indian auto enthusiasts. So, we drove it for one last time at the MMRT and even extensively sampled the Polo Cup race car. With a great motorsport history in India, Volkswagen continues to be the only OEM directly involved in motorsport in the country. And we didn't just drive the latest Polo Cup race car, but we also went for a drive with Sirish Vissa, Head of the VW Motorsport India program. He told us about the entire success journey of the race Polo as well as the VW Motorsport program. And that is what we have for you in this video.

WION Pitstop| In conversation with Sirish Vissa, Head of VW Motorsport India, in a Polo Cup race car

Volkswagen has discontinued its Vento in India, but that doesn't mean the German automaker is quitting the mid-sized sedan space. The company has launched its new player in the category, named the Virtus. The Volkswagen Virtus and the Skoda Slavia are based on the same MQB A0 IN platform and offer the same two turbo-petrol engine options. These include a 115 horsepower, 1-litre, three-cylinder TSI engine and a 150 horsepower, 1.5-litre, four-cylinder TSI unit. The transmission options also remain the same with a six-speed manual, six-speed torque convertor and a seven-speed DCT gearbox. So, let's see how the Virtus fares against the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Hyundai Verna, Honda City and its sibling - the Skoda Slavia.

WION Pitstop | Volkswagen Virtus review: A new mid-sized sedan that replaces the Vento

Mercedes-Benz has launched its all-new sixth-generation C-Class sedan in India with a starting price tag of INR 5.5 million. The new avatar of the popular C-Class sedan is fondly named the 'Baby S', and the reason behind that is its new S-Class inspired interior design and tech features. But the highlight among all the updates is the new 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine option that replaces the 2.0-litre unit from the outgoing model. So, how does it feels to drive? That's what we are exploring in this video.

WION Pitstop: 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class review

TVS does a fine job making sporty motorcycles, scooters, commuters and even mopeds, but this is their first attempt at a relaxed, leisure riding, modern-retro sort of motorcycle. The new motorcycle is called Ronin — Japanese for a samurai without a master. And that probably makes sense because the folks at TVS told us they wanted to make a bike that doesn’t fit in any one specific category of motorcycles but should be able to do a bit of everything. So, let's see if it's actually a jack of all trades.

WION Pitstop | TVS Ronin motorcycle review: A jack of all trades

This Independence Day, we pay tribute to Indian automakers who are making the nation proud. We are featuring some make-in-India products, setting new benchmarks in the global automotive market. Watch all that, in this Independence day special episode of WION Pitstop - Make-In-India: Wheels of Change.

WION Pitstop | Make-in-India: Wheels of Change - An Indian Independence Day special

With the increasing demand for scooters, the Indian two-wheeler market has seen a variety of scooters on sale. There are many options for practically designed as well as sporty looking scooters in the market. But if you're looking for a classy, stylish and elegant looking product, the options are very limited - like the expensive Vespa models. There is another manufacturer that caters to this niche category with a relatively less expensive option and that is the Fascino by Yamaha. Over the years, it has received several updates despite having no competition in its segment. And the latest that Yamaha has introduced to Fascino's drivetrain is a micro-hybrid technology. So, what kind of a hybrid system is it, how does it work and what are the other features that the new Fascino Hybrid has got? Keeping these questions in mind, we rode the 2021 Yamaha Fascino for about a week. And here is what we came back with.

WION Pitstop: New Yamaha Fascino 125 FI Hybrid review

The Ferrari Portofino M, which features the legendary ‘M’ suffix, for Modificata, in its name, is the evolution of the Ferrari Portofino. It features a slew of new technologies and design features, most notably an F1-inspired 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox and a five-position Manettino, an absolute first for a Ferrari GT convertible. We took it for a drive, and here is how it went.

Ferrari Portofino M review: The new Prancing Horse 2+ Spider

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