BHPian DDISClatters recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I recently bought home a Royal Enfield Classic 350. While an ownership thread is in the works, this thread focuses on the DIY performed to change the boring black thigh pads that come from the factory. While scrolling Instagram casually, I stumbled upon this offering from a brand called Trip Machine Company. These guys specialize in leather accessories for bikes and have some great offerings to give your bike that retro touch. Buyi

BHPian neil.jericho recently shared this with other enthusiasts. As is often the case, life had a funny way of taking one too many unexpected twists and turns, often without us having too much of a say in what exactly ends up transpiring! Anyway, I had to shift lock, stock and two smoking barrels to Bangalore in a time frame that was a little too tight, for my liking. In the midst of all the chaotic shifting, I left my Royal Enfield Continental GT 535 behind in Cochin, under the optimistic assum

The Volvo FM Electric has been spotted testing on Indian roads. We can think of two possibilities - either Volvo is looking to introduce its pure-electric range of commercial vehicles in India or the prototype may have been imported for component testing purposes. Volvo's heavy-duty electric truck line-up includes the FH, FM and FMX. We believe the prototype testing in India is the FM Electric. The FM Electric comes in various axle configurations in Tractor or Rigid versions. It has a gross comb

BHPian ashivas89 recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I have been facing a weird issue in my car since the rains hit BLR. Wipers started to come on randomly even in parking garages. Initially, I thought it could be the rain sensor picking up on random water droplets, but no, not the case. It still occurred when it had been bone dry for 2 days straight + after my disabling auto wipers in-car settings. Although I have been unable to reproduce it, I suspect that it happens whenever I hit a

BHPian virajvroom recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Alright. Not related to cars, but I got my dad's old Bajaj Super Scooter Scrapped using Mahindra CERO. However, most of the procedure will remain the same, except you won't get a discount on your next purchase, unlike what the four-wheeler scrapping policy rewards the customers with.NostalgiaMy dad is an ex-Bajaj employee who stuck with the company for 35+ years and proudly works with their vendors after retiring. As a kid just start

Nissan is gearing up to launch two new versions of the Magnite this month. The Magnite AMT, dubbed 'EZ-Shift', will be launched on October 7, followed by the Kuro Editon on October 12, 2023. The Magnite AMT will be available in XE, XL, XV and XV Premium trims. It will be sold alongside the CVT and will be paired with a 1.0-litre petrol engine that makes 71 BHP and 96 Nm. The Magnite Kuro Edition gets an all-black exterior featuring a black front grille and skid plate, black roof rails, door hand

According to the latest data, BYD became the 4th largest global car brand in the month of August 2023, overtaking the likes of Ford & Hyundai. The report states that Toyota, despite a 2.6% decline in sales, retained the top position in August. Volkswagen & Honda completed the top 3, registering 6.5% and 4.9% sales share, respectively. BYD occupied fourth place ahead of both Hyundai & Ford, with a sales share of just 0.1% behind Honda. Reports suggest that Toyota & Honda will get a major boost wi

BHPian speedmiester recently shared this with other enthusiasts. A last-minute confirmation of work meetings in Pune and Mumbai set in motion the above drive from Bangalore. I had planned to drive to the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Gujarat since its opening, but hadn't got a chance due to work and personal commitments. I had postponed this drive multiple times this year, but everything fell into place this time around. Since I had already planned it before, I did not have to prepare much. The ca

The FIA (Fdration Internationale de l'Automobile) has finally approved Andretti's application to join Formula One as the 11th team on the grid. The governing body released a statement announcing that Andretti was the only applicant who got approved. However, the FIA's approval doesn't guarantee a place on the grid. The Andretti team will now have to reach a satisfactory deal with FOM - F1's commercial rights holders. Formula 1 released a statement, stating, We note the FIA's conclusions in relat

BHPian Nonstop-driver recently shared with other enthusiasts. Hi BHPians, I'm currently driving a 2017 Creta SX AT Diesel with the ODO reading 56,000kms. I'm currently based in National Capital Region which caps the life of diesel cars at 10 years, which means my car is due for a replacement in 2027, or about 3.5 years from now. The original plan was to replace this one with a similar car towards end of 2026. Yesterday, I came across a post in our society group where a 2021 MG Hector Plus Petrol

BHPian abirnale recently shared this with other enthusiasts.50,000 km Service VisitAfter a long gap of no activity, #TheRedSparkle has finally inched past the 49750 km mark and I got the opportunity to take it to the trusted service station to get it serviced today. The 50K Kms service includes engine oil change, oil filter change, cabin air filter change, wheels and brakes inspection, underbody inspection and fluid top-ups if any and general inspections. With a prior confirmation with the Servi

BHPian keshavmurthym recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I visited one of the Key Motors showrooms in Bangalore and the entire showroom was crowded and filled with customers. Looks like they launched the new Nexon yesterday for display. A test drive vehicle is still not available. Sales and Customer Experience was great and very professional. They greeted every person who visited the showroom. Even with so much crowd, they assigned SA to every customer. Overall a very happy and satisfie

BHPian sridhu recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Honda Jazz 37k Update 35k Update Here Needed to get the HSRP Plate fixed for the Jazz and thought that I will get the now annual service also done. While there were a couple of irritating issues, I decided to just get a basic service and be done. Things that need to be done but were not:Horn changes tone like a pubescent teen. Relay is probably shot.The rear hatch door, on the other hand, belongs to a senile car. It does not fully riseTh

Tata Motors has released the first official teaser of the Safari facelift. Bookings for the updated SUV will open on October 6, 2023. The teaser video clearly reveals the heavily updated front fascia of the Safari. The SUV gets a brand-new grille and a new LED light signature comprising of a full-width LED light bar and vertical headlamp pods. The teaser also reveals a new bronze exterior colour. Inside, the updated Safari will get a redesigned dashboard with a large floating touchscreen infotai

BHPian neeraj08 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.Car - Kia Carens 1.4 Turbo 7DCTCar age - 18 monthsMileage - 20k kmsThe issue There's a warning message popping-up on the MID - Check steering wheel lock system. It appears when I unlock the car and open the driver's door. Then, when I press the Engine Start button, the message pops again and the car doesn't start. I try turning the steering wheel towards left or right, but it doesn't help. First occurrence July 2022 - I first saw this m

BHPian _jkuruvilla recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I own a 2010 Hyundai Sonata Transform, it has done approx 1.85 Lakh Kms, timing belt and bearings changed. I had dyno'd the car at RD Bangalore in 2014 at about 80K Kms and installed a Dual Channel Dieseltronic and it has been running amazingly all these years with no issue. Fast Forward to the past 3 months, I started having temp rise issues and then went ahead and did a temperature sensor, radiator cap, and thermostat replacement.

The Triumph Scrambler 400X was unveiled alongside the Speed 400 in June this year. Now, the bikemaker is gearing up to introduce it in the Indian market. The bike could be launched in the second week of this month. The Scrambler 400X shares its underpinnings with the Speed 400, which is already on sale in India. It has a similar design but with a slightly rugged look. It comes equipped with an analogue instrument console with a small LCD screen, a USB charging port, ride-by-wire and dual-channel

BHPian arun_josie recently shared this with other enthusiasts1,25,000 Kms update:The ODO has recently crossed 1,25,000 Kms and so sharing the service details, some numbers and expense incurred so far. Service Maintenance Details:Here is the service details till date along with the parts replacements and accessories update. Summary of Parts replaced so far:Tyres: Tyres were replaced @ 51,205 Kms (Yokohama Earth1) and @ 99K Kms(GoodYear Wrangler AT SilentTrac) Front brake pads: Front brake pads we

BHPian arundeepbv recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Hello, TeamBHPians! I've been scouring the forum for a dedicated thread on insurance but couldn't find one. So, I thought it would be beneficial to start a thread focusing on the different types of insurance available, potential add-ons, their limitations, and the claim process for those unfortunate incidents. After all, knowing how to navigate the claim process can make a potentially stressful situation much easier to handle. Let's

According to a media report, Bajaj could bring back the Sunny. But this time, instead of a 60cc engine, it will use an electric powertrain. The latest spy images suggest that the Sunny Electric is already in its prototype stage. The test mule looks identical to the original, but look closer and you will notice a hub-mounted motor in the rear. The report states that it could be based on the Yulu platform. The Sunny EV prototype has the same compact and simple bodywork with a round headlamp and a

Volkswagen started taking bookings for the Virtus GT Plus Matte Edition last month. The carmaker has now revealed the prices. The GT Plus Matte Edition is priced between Rs 17.62 lakh - Rs 19.29 lakh (ex-showroom). It will be available in limited numbers. The Virtus GT Plus Matte Editon gets a matte grey exterior with subtle red highlights, black alloy wheels and black ORVMs. On the inside, the car gets cherry red leatherette upholstery, aluminium pedals and red ambient lighting. The Virtus GT P

BHPian ritwiknagappa recently shared this with other enthusiasts.Triumph - Speed 400 Delivery (Update):I finally got my bike! But the overall experience was absolutely stressful and frustrating. TL;DR: Dealership messed up the timelines of delivery. They also messed up the bike allocation. They ALSO messed up my number plate and address on the RC. But at least I have the bike now so yaaaay?Pre Delivery:Screw up#1: Last week on the 4th of September, I got a call saying that my bike should be avai

Tata Motors has released a teaser of the Harrier facelift. Bookings for the updated SUV will commence on October 6, 2023. The teaser video shows the front silhouette of the Harrier. The SUV will get a new LED light signature featuring an LED light bar. It will also adopt several design changes inspired by the Curvv concept. That includes a new grille, redesigned headlamp pods and slimmer LED tail lights; among others. On the inside, the updated Harrier will get a brand-new dashboard with a large

BHPian vprao recently shared this with other enthusiasts. 2.5 years, 29,000 km on the ODO, 2 epic trips to Ladakh and Sikkim from Mangalore (7500 km each up and down), and what a ride it has been! I'm still as happy as I was on day one of owning this dream vehicle.How it all startedI had always been a bike guy and cars were just a mode of transport for me and also a means to carry things. However, Jeeps always used to fascinate me and I contemplated buying the Old Thar a couple of times. However

BHPian dijkstraind recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I own a Brezza torque converter automatic, which I purchased two months ago. I've driven a total of 800 kilometers so far, and the first service has already been completed. Yesterday, while traveling from Bangalore to a destination 250 kilometers away, I opened the bonnet(don't know why) and noticed pink, oily fluid on multiple components. I've attached some pictures for reference. I cleaned up some of the fluid, and since then, I'v

Honda has launched two new limited editions based on the Amaze and City this festive season. The Amaze Elite Edition is priced from Rs 9.04 lakh to Rs 9.86 lakh. Prices for the City Elegant Edition range from Rs 12.57 lakh to Rs 13.83 lakh (ex-showroom).Amaze Elite Edition:The limited-edition Amaze is based on the top-spec VX trim and is available with manual and CVT transmissions. The car gets additional features such as a rear spoiler with an LED stop light, TPMS, front fender garnish, a slidi

BHPian Chugh_H recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Since there are not too many delivery updates on the thread, let me share a pic of my GTX+ that I received on the 1st of this month. I haven't driven much yet as I had an outstation trip planned but early impressions echo the views and sentiments that most people have talked about on the forum.In my view, the car looks great from the outside. I wish Kia would not have added the excessive chrome though, especially on the door handles and

BHPian Dramitn recently shared this with other enthusiasts. It all started when I expressed to my wife the wish to upgrade my 2014 KTM Duke 390. Now usually the reply is how I always keep dreaming of things and not concentrating on the important things (like planning a long holiday or a shopping spree with her). But this time I was surprised when she said yes it's been some time that you haven't upgraded the bike. And so with newfound happiness, I began my search for a worthy replacement to my b

Hyundai has become the first brand in India to offer six airbags across its model range. All cars and SUVs offered by the brand in India now get 6 airbags as standard. Hyundai's product portfolio consists of 13 different models. Most of them were already equipped with six airbags. The safety feature is now available across the remaining three models, including the Grand i10 Nios, Aura and the Venue sub-4 meter SUV. Earlier, Hyundai had made 3-point seat belts and seat belt reminders standard for

BHPian Jeroen recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Every year my best mate Peter and I take our Alfa Spiders out for a 4-5 day trip abroad. I have written about a number of our annual trips before. This year we decided to take a trip to Scotland. We live in the Netherlands. There are various ways of getting to the UK from the Netherlands by car. I have mentioned the Stenaline crossing Hoek of Holland Harwich before. However, when you want to travel to Scotland, you want to take a ferry t

BHPian venkat_partha recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Took a test drive of the Honda City Hybrid ZX CVT last week. Took S/O along for the drive.The response from the dealer, Magnum Honda, was good, and the Sales Rep was decently knowledgeable about the vehicle and its features.Took a considerably long test drive (about 45+ minutes).Observations:The car is a hoot to drive. Very quick off the block. Wonderful acceleration and a very good response to inputs from the pedal. Driving a 200

BHPian ArjunKrish recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Hello everyone, I wanted to post a quick update on the ownership experience of my Jeep Compass Diesel 4x2 MT purchased in Oct 2021. I had not written about the service experience in my previous posts and so I have added a few pictures of the bills of the three services that I have done so far. I have also written about a few unfortunate incidents that had occurred previously. My Jeep Compass Diesel 4x2 MT Longitude is close to 30000

BHPian naadopaasaka recently shared this with other enthusiasts.2nd Free Service Update (9,000 km) - Mostly good and some bad newsThe car is now about ten months and 9,100 km old. Almost time for the second free service.AC TroublesI understand that the AC on the XUV300 in general (not just the TurboSport) isn't exactly the best in the segment. My family began complaining about it in particular in the month or so before the service. Things seemed to get worse as the blower speed reduced significa

The Hyundai Verna has been awarded a 5-star rating by Global NCAP. The car secured 28.18 points for adult occupant safety and 42 points for child occupant protection. In the frontal impact test, the Verna offered good protection to the driver's and passenger's head and neck. The driver's chest showed marginal protection, and the passenger's chest showed good protection. Driver's and passenger's knees showed marginal protection. The driver's tibias showed adequate protection, while the passenger'

BHPian JoshMachine recently shared this with other enthusiasts. #TheAudiLife Freedom Drive Got the opportunity to participate in Audi Pune's Freedom drive held last month (sorry for the delayed updates on this one, folks!) On a cloudy 15th of Aug morning, some of us Four Ringer existing owners in Pune alongwith some wannabe owners were invited to the Audi Pune showroom, for a promising day of good fun. The intention was to just head out and enjoy the drive! From an initial expectation of 8-10 ca

Tata Punch EVTata Motors is gearing up to take on the Citroen eC3 with an all-electric version of the Punch. According to a media report, the Punch EV could be launched by late October. The Punch EV will be positioned between the Tiago EV and the Nexon EV. The electric crossover will reportedly be offered as an alternative to the Tigor EV. It will use Tata's Ziptron powertrain. It could get multiple battery options offering a range of around 200-300 km on a single charge. Related ThreadTata Harr

BHPian ashutoshb recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Took a test drive today. Here are my brief observations:The plastics are okay i.e. acceptable. They will not be a deal breaker for many. If I compare them with my Kushaq Ambition, the Kushaq is clearly one level up. The quality is closer to my 2019 Tigor. And in most places, the Tigor's plastics are at par or better. Two specific items would be the inside door latch and the seatbelt hook cover.The size of the steering wheel is on the

Suzuki is all set to unveil the next-generation Swift Concept at the Japan Mobility Show, scheduled between October 26 - November 5, 2023. Ahead of its unveiling though, the carmaker is said to have released a single image showcasing the new Swift Concept. The car seems to carry forward similar dimensions compared to the current model, with slightly tweaked styling - indicating the new-gen version will be an evolution of the existing Swift. Also, though Suzuki states that the model showcased is

BHPian srini1785 recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Which is the best car? The conditions are:Under - 10L (On road) - Boss's choiceWhite in colour - Wife's ChoiceAutomatic - My ChoiceIt goes without saying that only condition 3 is up for compromise. All inconsequential details like ABS, ICE, Alloy wheels etc may be ignored. The three shortlisted candidates are:Honda AmazeHyundai AuraMaruti DzireHere's what BHPian DicKy had to say about the matter:Can't go wrong with any of the three. O

BHPian naadopaasaka recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Test drove the Elevate CVT from Dakshin Honda, Lavelle Road this evening. It was a brief test drive - a couple of kilometres within the city, at no greater than 50 kmph. 1. The suspension is surprisingly firm but in a good way. You'd like (and need) that in a car of its height. You can feel small undulations/ bumps at low speeds, but you can only feel them. It doesn't become intrusive. It is entirely tolerable and passengers other

Kia has launched the 'X-Line' variant of the Carens at a starting price of Rs 18.95 lakh (ex-showroom). The Carens X-Line is finished in a Matte Graphite colour scheme and gets Two Tone Black and Splendid Sage Green interiors. It gets a gloss black grille, black rear skid plate, roof rack and ORVMs. It rides on 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and features silver front brake calipers. Inside, the Carens X-Line gets Splendid Sage Green upholstery with Orange stitching, a black steering wheel with O

BHPian Krish_Diesel recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I have recently booked Royal Enfield Classic 350 Stealth black. Can you please advice if PPF is a good option or ceramic coating? I am hearing mixed reviews for both. For PPF some are saying the glue might damage the paint and every year the PPF needs to be changed. I am not sure of the drawbacks of Ceramic coating. Can you please advise the best option? Here's what GTO had to say on the matter:PPF & Ceramic Coating are expensive a

The Buddh International Circuit (BIC) recently hosted MotoGP for the first time. Efforts are now on to bring back Formula 1 to India. According to a media report, Arun Vir Singh, CEO of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), revealed that talks were on to reintroduce Formula 1 at BIC in 2025. It is said that discussions with the organizers are likely to take place soon. Singh also stated that it would be a significant achievement if both MotoGP and F1 were held at BIC an

BHPian 84.monsoon recently shred this with other enthusiasts.What I like:A monster of an engine in the B58. True wolf-in-sheep's-clothing that can cruise peacefully but also lunge forward like a leopard at the tap of the throttle.Solid, build completely rattle free. Doors are heavy and shut with a reassuring Thud, both front and back.Amazing Dravit Grey color.Nice interior quality with the Alcantara leather seats and generous Carbon Fiber inserts and that sexy black headlinerOutstanding accelera

Vietnam-based EV maker, VinFast Auto, is all set to launch its first EV in the Indian market in April 2024. According to a media report, the Tesla-rivaling EV maker plans to launch 2-3 electric SUVs starting with the VF e-34 crossover. It is likely to be imported via the CBU route. VinFast also plans to bring its VF6 and VF7 electric SUVs to India. The report states that these would be assembled locally. Subsequently, the brand will introduce more models including a full-size sedan. The VinFast

Skoda has launched the Slavia Matte Edition. The car is available in the top-spec trim and comes in a Carbon Steel colour scheme. Apart from the matte exterior finish, the Slavia Matte Edition also gets powered front seats and an illuminated footwell area. Other features include a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and an 8-speaker sound system with a sub-woofer. The choice of engines remains the same. The Slavia comes with a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder

The Skoda Kushaq Monte Carlo was launched in May last year as the top-of-the-line variant of the midsize SUV. The carmaker has added two new features to the car. The Kushaq Monte Carlo now comes with powered front seats and an illuminated footwell area. Other features include a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, a sunroof and ventilated front seats. The Monte Carlo variant also gets red interior trim and dual-tone seat upholstery. On the outside, the Kushaq Mo

BHPian Kartikaygaur recently shared this with other enthusiasts. Hello everyone, I am currently grappling with a decision between two options: the Brezza ZXI CNG and the Baleno Zeta CNG. Here's a bit of context regarding my current vehicles:Innova Crysta 2.4 VXMaruti Alto LXI CNGThe new car I'm considering will replace the Alto LXI, which has primarily served as a city car and has performed adequately thus far. However, it has become a bit too cramped for our needs, prompting us to consider an u

BHPian ferrarirules recently shared this with other enthusiasts. I travel between Faridabad and Noida for office. I wanted to share some things that I achieved in this week's driving to and fro from office. I have driven my EV max 11k kms in last 6 months of ownership. Driving style - When I drive to office - I usually keep a max speed of 70 kmph where road and traffic permit. Rest is as per traffic conditions. I use cruise control wherever possible Parameters - Tyre pressure is set to 35 psi. A

BHPian Shamegz recently shared this with other enthusiasts. IAA MOBILITY 2023 took place in Munich, Germany on September 05 to 10, 2023. Few highlights of the IAA MOBILITY 2021Link for Team-BHP post of IAA MOBILITY 2021This year too IAA MOBILITY takes place at two locations in Munich: In downtown Munich and at the exhibition center.The IAA Summit (B2B) is the most important industry meeting for visionaries, stakeholders and decision-makers in mobility from September 05 - 08, 2023, accompanied by