evo India Podcast

The monsoons are probably the best time to head out for a drive or ride, contrary to what you might believe. The landscape changes its color, making for breathtaking views. But before you head out, did you know, that as much as the monsoon calls for a fun time of driving or riding, it is equally dangerous because of the challenges like slippery roads, waterpools, fogging up of windscreen and lots more. To address that and to be better prepared to have the best time in the monsoons, we bring you this monsoon special podcast. We talk about all the safety gear, tips and tricks you need to be ready with so that you keep yourself safe and make the most out of your monsoon adventure.

We all know about Royal Enfield and its iconic products. They call the Himalayas their spiritual home because, many years ago, Royal Enfield was the first to scale the highest passes in the regions of Ladakh and Himachal, even before roads were constructed. Today, Royal Enfield has grown far beyond just motorcycles and accessories. It has now ventured into making a much larger impact at its spiritual home through initiatives designed to help and support local communities and riders who intend to explore the Himalayas.We had a conversation with Bidisha Dey, the Executive Director of the Eicher Group Foundation, which oversees Royal Enfield's social missions. We discussed the various social responsibility roles they have taken up in the region, including road safety, empowering locals, and even supporting ice hockey.

For the second episode of the Boss Talks podcast, we've got Rakesh Sharma, Executive Director, Bajaj Auto Ltd in the studio with Ed Sirish Chandran and editor-at-large Adil Jal Darukhanawala. In this podcast, they'll talk about the first ever CNG-powered bike which is bi-fuel capable that Bajaj Auto will launch on 17 July 2024, development codename: Bruzer. No power figures or specs have been revealed yet but we know that this bike will cater to economy-conscious buyers while keeping the styling quotient desirable. They also talk about his daily schedule and role as executive director. And, lastly, they talk about Triumph's success in India and the future plans for this company along with KTM going forward.

In this podcast, Ed Sirish Chandran and Aatish are in the studio discussing everything from the automotive space globally to the Indian context. Starting with the new Porsche 911 hybrid which now gets a 3.6-litre, flat-six hybrid power plant. Prices for the Porsche 911 Carrera start at ₹1.98 crore and the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS start from ₹2.75 crore. From fast supercars, we move to hot hatchbacks in India which is about to get a new entrant in the form of the Tata Altroz Racer. First showcased at the 2023 Auto Expo and then at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in 2024, the Altroz Racer is finally ready for the Indian market. Powering it will be a 1.2-litre, turbo-petrol mill, making 118bhp and 170Nm, which is 8bhp and 30Nm more than the regular Altroz hatchback.

In this podcast, we have an in-depth conversation with Anand Kulkarni, Chief Product Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, and Ed Sirish Chandran. We learn an interesting story about how Tata Motors started its EV journey. Anand also shares his thoughts on whether he feels EVs are the future, upcoming EVs, the challenges faced, and how Tata Motors overcomes them. There is also a segment on how you can make a career at Tata Motors. Listen to the te full podcast to find out.

Join Ed Sirish Chandran and Aatish Mishra in this insightful podcast episode as they delve into the highly anticipated launch of 2024, the Maruti Suzuki Swift. With updated styling, features, and a brand-new engine, the new Swift promises efficiency and performance. However, despite its claimed fuel efficiency of 24.8kmpl for the manual and 25.75kmpl for the automatic, it falls short on power compared to its predecessors. Surprisingly, the absence of a 1-liter boosterjet engine or a hybrid option raises questions, especially when competitors offer a turbo-mill-equipped sporty alternative. Nevertheless, the new Swift retains its reputation as a driver's car with good ride and handling. Watch the full podcast now to find out whether it retains the Swift DNA in 2024.

We're starting a new podcast series, called the Boss Talks where we feature CEOs, MDs, and all the movers and shakers of the Indian automotive industry. We'll talk to them about the ups and downs, challenges faced and future opportunities. We have Santosh Iyer, MD and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India with Ed Sirish Chandran for the first episode with us in the studio. They talk about his journey to becoming CEO and completing 15 years with Mercedes-Benz India, future plans of the brand, his daily job as a CEO and what the future holds for us. For the ones looking to make a career in the automotive space, we do have a segment on careers with Mercedes-Benz India as well. Don't forget to watch the full podcast because we have a special rapid-fire round with him where we get a little hint of his likes, dislikes and some never seen, never heard before things.

Today's podcast is a very special one on Tata Motors. Editor Sirish Chandran and Adil Jal Darukhanawala start with the brand's history in the mid-1900s. They also talk about how Tata Motors almost collaborated with Porsche to manufacture the Beetle in India. Then came Tata Motors' famous tie-up with Mercedes to manufacture trucks in India. This tie-up set up the base for Tata Motors' truck business in India, which then later allowed them to start manufacturing cars like the Tata Sierra and the Tata Estate. Then came the iconic Tata Sumo and the Tata Safari. Tata Motors then shifted focus to small cars, starting with the Indica, the platform of which is still in use by the Nexon. Adil gives us an insight into how the people within Tata Motors contributed to its image and success. All of which later helped Tata Motors acquire Jaguar-Land Rover from Ford. They also talk about the Punch, Harrier and the Safari, and how the entire Tata Motors' portfolio is five-start safety rated, making it one of the safest car brands in India. And then moving on to upcoming cars from Tata Motors like the Harrier.ev, Curvv, and the Sierra. It's a long podcast, but this one is really, really special.