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SAD NEWS! 🥲
Seltos Hybrid and Even other Hybrids like Fronx/Duster etc are pushed to 2026 end or 27 due to unavailability of localisation!

Kia said they are focussing on heavy localisation of parts for hybrid based on 1.5LNA engine.

A decent news is Kia can launch hybrid Sorrento sooner than Seltos because that will have imported hybrid engine (1.6 turbo hybrid)

Let me know your thoughts

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I10 Nios Africa Spec (made in India) got 0 stars in GNCAP!
As it gets 2 airbags and esc isn’t standard there hence even lower points but Hyundai needs to step up in chassis integrity as a basic Alto from MS has a stable shell, 2 more stars and especially A pillar is in better shape than the bent one here!
People know this and this is showing in sales as well

A relative told me his Nios has cruise control but his 2024 Baleno Zeta doesnt so he wants to take Nios on highways. I told him, although its great city car but please don’t 🤷🏻‍♂️

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Which is the most awaited Compact SUV for you? For actually buying yourself in 2026 first quarter

4 weeks ago | [YT] | 11

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My honest opinions about New Gen Venue which will help you in your buying decision-

🚘 Built on a new platform (enhanced K1) which supports new architecture (OTA updates) but designed like the old one for familiarity. They haven’t experimented a lot in design getting experience from Verna and Syros. For a simple buyer, the vibe is exactly like previous Venue
🚘 Speaking of previous Venue, same exact engines with addition of a new Diesel AT combo which is the key differentiator and works well in smaller lighter cars like Sonet. But check arai efficiency figures (17.9kmpl), its less than Petrol dct (20kmpl) 🤷🏻‍♂️ maybe due to additional weight which we dont know so diesel Manual is the one to go for most efficient work. No CNG, No 1.2mpi CVT, No Hybrid as of now!
🚘All These engines are refined & both turbos have good midrange, 1.2NA will be strictly city use engine. Light clutch & gearbox are top USPs. For heavy traffic conditions, dry clutch DCT isn’t an ideal choice especially lower variants without epb/auto hold.
🚘The interior fit, finish, touch & feel of things around driver is incredible as we expect from Koreans even with minimum soft touch elements. Steering & touchscreen looks, buttons and stalks are very premium. At rear seat, it is average. Door and other panels weigh the same as before.
🚘 Rear Seat knee and legroom are slightly more & decent now, 2 people 5’10 will fit perfectly behind each other! Rear seat recline (at reclined position) & headroom are among the best in segment (Syros obviously tops here) but the underthigh support (refer to image) is less than ideal. Still a 4 seater + a kid in between. The lower half of Normal Venue seats are blue or black so it wont get dirty easily. Lower models get fixed small headrest 🤦🏻‍♂️
🚘 Now the main issue, the prices are high and I understand most of the competition use old platforms and building a new one has costed them money but it is shared with Syros and upcoming EV versions of Syros and Venue so should be priced at par with competition. No automatic below 10lkhs isnt right, 7.9 lakh starting for 1.2mpi where competition is offering 178-200Nm powerhouse of the engines.
🚘 Reliability & Execution of Electronics like ventilated seats, touchscreen or MID lag, EPB, Level 2 Adas, 360 degree cam etc should be at the top of segment and owners will enjoy this particular aspect the most in a long term!
🚘 will share the full review soon after driving it but my strong guess is the ride & handling balance will be neutral like Creta and shouldn’t be so confused like Syros due
To extra height of the later
🚘 Conclusion is- this will still sell because of reliability (apart from dct), ease of drive, premium interiors from driver seat and most importantly, aftersales of Hyundai but maybe not as much as Hyundai wants if they don’t fix the pricing.

Do you like what they’re providing with the New Venue? Let me know in the comments

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Sneak peak of all new Venue interiors. As usual, the fit finish looks nice and inspired from Syros.
👍🏼Almost no gloss black which is great for long term scratch free interiors
👍🏼 ventilated seats, front parking sensors, EPB with Auto hold, new touchscreen which has wireless AA/AC, adaptive cruise buttons visible l2 adas
👍🏼Diesel AT (250Nm tune) is also confirmed and swipe left to see all variants & colors coming

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2 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 79

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Made a series of 2 videos sharing Dos and Donts when you buy a New Car ( some tips for old car buyers as well)

These videos include-
👍🏼 Checking service cost
👍🏼 Which fuel to use
👍🏼 What methods harm your car
👍🏼 Must have Accessories
👍🏼 Coatings/useless things to avoid


Must Do- https://youtu.be/Vh2CBU09PWw?si=7MLUM...
What you shouldnt/avoid doing- https://youtu.be/ff7e0bX6zbw

2 months ago | [YT] | 2

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Nissan Tekton Partial Images are here.
🤟🏻The design cues are derived from Nissan Patrol!
🤟🏻 Will arrive with petrol only engines
🤟🏻 Hybrid will arrive later 2026 or early 27
🤟🏻 Will compete with Creta, upcoming new Seltos, Victoris etc
🤟🏻The size should looks bulky and masculine but the rear is too much like Taigun


Next Video will be on both New Duster and Tekton.
Arrival of Duster Jan 2026
Tekton Around April may 2026

Intezar hai in cars ka ya Nahi?

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Ohh! I've seen it all. A Maruti at 4th (1st in ICE cars) and a latest Tata at 16th position at Bharat NCAP Adult score. 👀

Scroll ahead to see why. The answer lies in the marginal chest protection in Altroz from the side movable barrier where Victoris is all green.

Conclusion- No manufacturer is an absolute winner or loser, the winners here are buyers like us who have a lot of safe options now 🫶🏻

I still wonder why MS decided to go for BNCAP when they already sent the car to Gncap. Leaving no stone unturned ?

Creta is in extreme danger now ⚡

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3 months ago | [YT] | 74

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Mahindra cars got cheaper from 6th September! So no waiting for 22nd.
So, Enjoy and let me cry for sometime 😕🤫

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3 months ago | [YT] | 73

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Victoris is here and how!

⭐Based on Global C platform so a good safety score was inevitable. 5 star with points over 31 in Adult safety is nice
⭐Underboot hidden cng tank looks great and finally a solution by Maruti now. Cng variant Boot looks extremely big and usable
⭐ Featuring adas, 8 speaker system from Infinity
⭐ HYBRID, CNG, AWD & normal petrol manual and AT options
⭐No spare wheel again! 😭
⭐ Pricing isn't out yet but it should be around Grand Vitara

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