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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.

Join us on the latest episode of the evo India podcast as we delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of hybrid vehicles in India. In this engaging discussion, we explore whether manufacturers are placing their bets on hybrids over electric vehicles (EVs) and what this shift means for the Indian automotive market. We talk about cars from manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra and Tata. From the environmental benefits to the practicality and infrastructure considerations, we analyze why hybrids are gaining traction and whether they could be the future of sustainable mobility in India.

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.

From the business side, Land Rover will manufacture their flagship SUVs, the full-size Range Rover and Range Rover Sport, locally in India starting this month. India becomes the first country outside of the UK, to build the Range Rover and the Range Rover Sport. This move means that the LWB Range Rover and the Range Rover Sport will now have a slightly reduced price if you wish to buy one. Bentley Motors, the British luxury car manufacturer, will operate under Skoda Volkswagen Group India from 2025

Lastly, from the motorsport world, the 2024 Indian MotoGP or the BharatGP has been canceled due to expected weather conditions. But it's not all sad news, the organisers are aiming for a March 2025 calendar slot and the option of pre-season testing is also being evaluated. Watch the full podcast now to get yourself up to speed with all the news.

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.