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Honda City Long Term Review: All Questions Answered

The fourth-generation Honda City, in its diesel guise, has been a part of the Express Drives’ long term fleet for the past four months. We have driven it extensively, be it in the bumper to bumper city traffic, or on the open stretches of a highway. We have evaluated this car based on all its […]




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Renault Triber Review: Worthy alternative to hatchbacks?

The Triber has been projected as a multi utility vehicle that is positioned against 5-seater hatchbacks and is priced lower than them too. In this video, we check out the space, features as well as the engine’s lugging power.




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Datsun Go & Go+ CVT Review: The most advanced automatic in the budget segment

Datsun’s Go as well as Go+ models have now received a CVT option. These come in the top trim and boast a slightly higher fuel efficiency compared to their manual counterparts or at par. How are they to drive? Take a look at our video.




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Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Automatic Review: Now easier to live with?

Isuzu has attempted to make their D-Max V-Cross pick-up truck easier to live with by adding a new refined engine, an automatic gearbox and some added features. But has it worked?




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Ford Aspire Petrol Long Term Review: Pros and Cons Explained

The Ford Aspire, in its petrol manual variants has been part of the Express Drives’ long term fleet for the past 3 months. In this duration, it has clocked 4,000 kms out of the total 11,000 kms on its odometer of which majority have been covered in the city. In this video, we explain how […]




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Skoda Kodiaq Scout First Drive Review: Five key questions answered

The recently introduced Scout variant of the Skoda Kodiaq in India comes with several visual updates which provide it with a unique appearance over the Style and L&K trims. In addition to this, it comes with a new off-road mode which promises to make this SUV more capable on the beaten path. In this video, […]




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2019 BMW 330i M Sport Review: Performance King!

The new 7th generation BMW 3 Series is now on sale in India and for decades the 3 Series has been a care loved by driving enthusiasts. In its latest version it now gets an all-new body, updated powertrain and new features and electronics. So is it still a fun car to drive and for […]




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2019 Volkswagen Polo GT TDI Review: The most fun-to-drive budget hatchback

Volkswagen recently gave the Polo a facelift in India. While those changes can be labelled as minor, it hasn’t tinkered with the tried and tested formula – the powertrain. It is this combination along with the Polo’s bias towards handling that make it such a joy to drive.




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Maruti Swift vs Hyundai Grand i10 Nios: Price, interior, features, specs, engine compared

Maruti Suzuki Swift has been one trusted name when it comes to making a hatchback buying decision, but then our market has another choice that has good odds – Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. How do the two compare in terms of design, driveability, practicality and more? Arpit Mahendra took them both out for a spin […]




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Ather 450X Review: India’s quickest scooter with more range & features

Ather 450X has been launched as the Bengaluru-based startup’s new flagship offering that will be available in 10 cities across India. The X in the name means quicker 0-40 & 0-60 km/h times, more features, and a bigger range as well. How different is it to ride though? Abhilasha Singh took the 450X for a […]




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2020 BS6 TVS Apache RR310 First Ride Review | Improved refinement & smartphone connectivity

2020 TVS Apache RR 310 Track Ride Review: After some laps of the MMRT in Chennai, we’re convinced that the 2020 edition RR 310 has come forth with a new personality. Sure, the ride dynamics remain the same but it is now definitely more refined than ever before transforming the ride experience for the better. […]




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Kia Carnival First Drive Review: Why it’s not an Innova Crysta rival

Kia Motors’ second model for India is the premium MPV called the Carnival. It comes in many forms of seating capacity, lots of features, and an upmarket feel. But we explain why its not an Innova Crysta rival in this video.




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Force Motors T1N electric van first look: Expected range of 250km and promise of fast charging

Force T1N passenger van will go into production later this year and will be priced around Rs 25 lakh. It is an 18-seater and will be exported as well.




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Ducati Diavel 1260S Review | Italian recipe for cruisers includes a hefty dash of power

2019 Ducati Diavel 1260S is definitely a handful if you’re not paying due attention, but then this isn’t the kind of bike that loses your attention. Sporty behaviour of a Ducati Monster and comfort from the XDiavel, the Diavel 1260S is something else. This one is well endowed in power and electronics and not to […]




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BS6 Volvo XC40 Review: A step ahead of Germans

Volvo has reintroduced its premium compact SUV, the XC40 in BS6 guise in India and this time it comes with a BS6 petrol engine only. Equipped with a heap load of features, does the XC40 manage to stay a step ahead of its rivals? We find out.




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BS-6 Honda SP125 Review | Improved refinement & fuel efficiency

BS-VI Honda SP125 is a successor to the CB Shine and has been upgraded inside and out. It is powered by a new 124cc BS-VI engine and it gets new features like silent start, LED headlamp, new pass switch. Abhilasha Singh takes out for a ride around Mumbai to find out more.




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Tata Nexon Electric First Drive Review: India’s first sub-four-meter electric SUV

The Tata Nexon EV is going to launch in India soon. Its prices are expected to fall in the range of Rs 15 lakh to Rs 17 lakh. Here is out first drive review of what would be India’s first all-electric sub-four-meter SUV.




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Shah Rukh Khan’s favourite car, likes and dislikes! Talking cars with SRK

Our Editor, Arpit Mahendra recently got a chance to speak to King Khan on the sidelines of the Hyundai Creta unveil at the Auto Expo 2020. Shah Rukh Khan talked to us about his favourite car apart from a Hyundai, of course. He also spoke about his likes and dislikes in modern cars and what […]




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Jeep Compass diesel AT Review: Now BS6 but anything still missing?

The Jeep Compass always felt that there was something missing from its firing. Now in BS6 guise, it comes with an automatic transmission but it does cost a pretty penny at Rs 25 lakh ex-showroom for the diesel automatic Limited Plus model. Rahul Kapoor and Abhilasha Singh find out if its worth the price and […]




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Delhi Driving Licence | Tips to pass 8 formation, reverse test of transport department

Delhi Government with Maruti Suzuki has introduced a new computerised driving test that applicants must complete in order to get a driving license. The Automated Driving Test Centres have been set up in 12 locations in Delhi and they test applicants with different parameters like Reverse S, Figure of 8 (8 Formation), overtaking, red light, […]




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Honda Activa 6G First Ride Review: More reasons to love India’s Darling Scooter!

Honda Activa 6G brings with it multiple goodies in the form of some interesting features and an environment friendlier engine. So, what all has changed on the new model, how is to ride and if it justifies the Rs 8,000 premium over Activa 5G? Pradeep Shah answers these questions in this first ride review.




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1200 km of India’s coastline on an Interceptor 650 | Royal Enfield Konkan Chase 2020 – Ep 01

Royal Enfield Konkan Chase 2020 was a 1200 km ride across the Indian coastline in which over 15 riders rode through the states of Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka. We bring you our experience of this epic ride in the first episode in which we show you what all the first 4 days were all about.




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Audi A8L Review | Worthy S-Class, 7 Series rival?

Audi A8 L arrived in India earlier this month and the new model gets multiple interesting updates over its predecessor. We drove this luxury saloon recently to find out how much it has bettered than before. Watch this video to find out!




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RE Garage Cafe visit, beach ride & more on Interceptor 650 | Royal Enfield Konkan Chase 2020 – Ep 02

Royal Enfield Konkan Chase Ep 02 tells you how our journey of riding along the great Indian coastline continued after Day 4. The last three days of the ride were quite interesting as we visited the Royal Enfield Garage Cafe in Goa and also rode the Interceptor 650 on a beach. Here’s our experience and […]




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New 2020 Hyundai Creta Interior Review And How It’s Made

We visited Hyundai India’s plant in Chennai to watch the all-new Creta being manufactured from basic raw steel, all the way to a finished product. The level of automation at Hyundai’s plant in Chennai is staggering with over 600 robots working together to build a singe vehicle. We also take a close look at the […]




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2020 Tata Harrier BS6 Automatic Review: Pro And Cons Explained

Tata Motors has finally given the Harrier an automatic transmission option. The Kryotec diesel engine has been given a 30hp boost with the BS6 upgrade and it also gets a massive panoramic sunroof. But is that all Tata has done with the Harrier for the 2020 model year? are there any more changes? we drive […]




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TVS iQube First Ride Review | Watch out Bajaj Chetak!

TVS iQube recently joined the army of electric scooters in India and offers a lot of value for your money. We were in Hosur a couple of days back to test this offering at TVS’ very own test track. Pradeep Shah tells in this review what all the iQube packs in, features on offer and […]




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UAE opens fifth consular section and visa issuance center for Egyptians

UAE has initiated a proposal to make more efficient and faster visa issuing facilities for the citizens of Egypt. Ministry of foreign affairs and international cooperation of UAE has already opened the fifth consular section and visa issuance center…




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High commission of India going to organize visa camp in Dhaka before Eid

The high commission of India has said that the candidate can submit their applications for tourist visa without any scheduled dates or E-tokens at the visa camp of Eid from 4th June to 16th June 2016. This one is really a great initiative and the camp…




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India expected to be a part of global entry program of US

The United States of America is going to initiate the global entry program very soon.  India is hopefully becoming the part of this program .The Indian politicians,celebrities, business individuals and the officials may get a hassle free entry in…




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India to Ease Visa Policies to Boost Service Sector

Indian Commerce and Industry Ministry is planning to frame a comprehensive visa policy to boost service sector of the country. A proposal for the same is being prepared at the Indian Prime Minister’s office. Regarding the proposal, the Indian…




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Japan Plans to Welcome Skilled Immigrants

The Japanese policy makers are looking to frame a policy for bringing foreign workers to counter the rapidly growing – aging population, without naming it as an actual immigration policy. Japanese Conservatives give high importance to the cultural…




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Indian Students can work for three years in the US

Indian Students enrolled in the US Universities STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs can work for three years under the Optional Practical Training. The New guidelines are active from May 10, 2016, for the international…




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Vietnam Extends Visa Free Travel to Five Western Europe Countries

The Vietnamese Government has extended visa-free travel by additional year for the travelers from France, Germany, United Kingdom, Spain and Italy. The foreign nationals who visit Vietnam can stay for 15 days. Any passport holder from the countries…




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India extends e-visa facility to 36 more countries

India is riding high on the success of e-tourist visa scheme, after receiving an overwhelming response from the travelers in using the e-visa facility; Indian Government announced the extension of this service to 36 more countries. The proposal has been…




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Israel eases visa policies to attract foreign workers

To address skill shortage issues in its technology sector, Israel has planned to relax its visa regime to attract skilled foreign workers into its country. The  software firms warned that skill shortages are jeopardizing the country’s multi-billion…




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India mulling over change in visa policies to improve service sector

Briefing to the Lok Sabha on liberalizing visa policies, Indian Commerce and Industry Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that the Government has a proposal to introduce a new visa regime to boost the service sector. The plan will enhance trade services…




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Saudi Arabia introduces new visa fee structure

The Saudi Arabia Government announced new visa fee reforms that will be in effect from October 2nd, 2016. For a period of two months, a resident needs to pay a revised fee of SR200 for exit and re-entry. SR100 will be charged per month till the…




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New Visa plan to boost Thailand's Medical Tourism

On Tuesday, the Cabinet of Thailand announced a new visa plan under which the permit to stay, of foreign nationals aged 50 or more, has been increased from one year to ten years. The vice-minister at the Prime Minister’s Office, Colonel Apisit Chaiyanuwat…




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Federal Court Block Deportation of Afghanistan National on SIV

On Wednesday, a federal high court prevented the President Trump’s led administration from sending back a man of Afghan descent who was attempting to come into the United States with a special permit kept specially for those who have come to the aid…




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New Visa Scheme Set to Attract more Visitors from India

I bow to you, India. The traditional greeting of Namaste would be sounded all throughout the nation of India as the country of Malaysia looks to have a scoop of the tourism industry with a quicker and less expensive permit acquisition program. That comes…




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Dennis Prager Visits Japan, Asks Why Crime Is Low

Dennis Prager, right-wing writer, and radio talk host have drawn a lot of ire from most of the people in the press a couple of times. The most recent of which occurred when Dennis, who is a devoted Jew has repeatedly stated that there is a battle on…




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Foreign Tourists with E-visa can Stay Up to 2 Months

Tourists coming into the country of India using the electronic permit can now stay in the country for up to 60 days, rather than the previous 30 days, and also get additional double entry bonus while tourists coming on the grounds of medical reasons…




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With an Indian Passport, Get Visa-On-Arrival in 48 Countries

Indian citizens who have their passports can now journey to 46 nations without needing a permit or getting one upon arrival. Germany is the number one nation with the most powerful passport as its citizens can journey to about 160 nations without needing…




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Indian Students Rushing to Canadian Campuses

Heavy rush for admissions to various Universities of Canada especially Indian students is clearly evident as per recent news reports. For instance, The University of Toronto alone is telling a statistic of 57% increase in requests which are turning out…




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Pakistan Focusing to Reform its Tourism Industry

After Pakistan planned to reform its tourism industry, it can already see changes. The government recently announced that it will allow citizens of 24 countries to enter Pakistan on a visa-on-arrival basis. These 24 countries include Singapore, South…




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South Korea New Rules Attracts Intl Students

In the recent years, South Korea has become an ideal destination for international students to study, especially those from Asia. International students have to acquire the D-4-1 visa aka student visa to study in the Asian nation. However, the Justice…




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Israeli Embassies Can’t Process Visas Due to Staff Shortage

Israel suffers from a major skilled labor shortage and therefore, announced in 2015, that it will open doors to non-Israeli techies. But the government hasn’t worked in attracting those techies because the country’s embassies are too understaffed…




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Visa Improvements Increase Tourism in UAE

Established in 2010, the Dubai World Centre is one of the largest airports in the UAE  and saw a traffic of over 900,000 in 2017. Dubai Airports, its operator, reported that the airport received a 6.4 percent growth from 850,633 people in 2016 to…




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Political Disturbance in Hong Kong Makes Citizens Migrate to Taiwan

Things aren’t great between Hong Kong Beijing, and scared residents are moving to a safer Taiwan, Hong Kong’s neighbor. Hong Kong has been under China’s rule for almost two decades now and is a major financial hub for the Asian country. According…