40 episodes

MotorInc First is a podcast that focusses on our first impressions of a new car, motorcycle or scooter launched in the Indian market. Experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi discuss what these new vehicles promise, deliver and what they mean for customers as well as the market.

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MotorInc First is a podcast that focusses on our first impressions of a new car, motorcycle or scooter launched in the Indian market. Experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi discuss what these new vehicles promise, deliver and what they mean for customers as well as the market.

    BYD Seal 2024 | S02E19

    BYD Seal 2024 | S02E19

    The BYD Seal is the most expensive car from the Chinese car manufacturer and it is now on sale in India, in three variants. On MotorInc First, Kartikeya discusses this impressively priced, well-made but not fully mature premium electric car, and BYD's plans for India.
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    MotorInc First is a discussion between experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi (Shubhabrata Marmar), co-founders of MotorInc on new vehicles. Each episode will discuss one vehicle in great detail, covering the experience of driving or riding it, as well as what it means for the industry.
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    CHAPTERS
    00:00:00 What is BYD?
    00:03:08 BYD's EVs are Good
    00:06:26 What Is the Seal?
    00:10:53 Design
    00:13:46 Cabin & Features
    00:19:23 Glass Roof
    00:21:24 Safety
    00:22:58 Back Seat Experience
    00:23:31 Boot Space
    00:24:13 Ground Clearance
    00:24:24 Sedan in SUV Land
    00:25:30 BYD Seal Variants
    00:29:17 Bumps & Broken Roads
    00:31:57 Maturity of Engineering
    00:36:51 Performance Version
    00:39:04 Not Great Yet
    00:41:17 Being Chinese
    00:48:49 Range
    00:49:53 Brakes Are Odd
    00:51:40 Charging
    00:52:10 Top Speed
    00:52:50 Quick Summary
    01:01:44 Closing Comments
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    #MotorInc Motor Inc #MotorIncFirst #ElectricVehicle #EV #ElectricCar #Sedan #ChineseCar #BYD #BYDSeal #BYDSealElectric #FirstDrive #FirstImpression #FirstLook #KartikeyaSinghee

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Bajaj Pulsar N250 2024 | S02E18

    Bajaj Pulsar N250 2024 | S02E18

    The Bajaj Pulsar N250 arrived to replace the Pulsar 220F. That has not happened. Now Bajaj has rolled out an update for 2024 that ups the value quotient of the N250. On MotorInc First, Shumi and Kartikeya discuss whether the N250, a great commuter as it is, is now a great Pulsar or not.
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    MotorInc First is a discussion between experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi (Shubhabrata Marmar), co-founders of MotorInc on new vehicles. Each episode will discuss one vehicle in great detail, covering the experience of driving or riding it, as well as what it means for the industry.
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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Is This The Flagship?

    01:55 Pulsar N250 History

    04:06 What's Changed

    08:02 A Great Commuter

    10:17 The Big Issue

    13:58 Connectivity

    14:49 Suspension Part 2

    15:39 Bajaj's Product Line

    18:15 Why 220F's an Icon?

    20:01 ABS Modes

    23:09 Traction Control

    25:22 Pricing

    25:44 Quick Summary

    30:36 Is This A Pulsar?

    31:28 40bhp Magic

    32:48 Closing Comments

    • 35 min
    Bajaj Pulsar NS200 2024 | S02E17

    Bajaj Pulsar NS200 2024 | S02E17

    Bajaj has rolled out another update for the Pulsar NS200, adding LED headlights, slipper clutch, and digital console with bluetooth. Shumi and Kartikeya discuss whether it's enough to keep this old, old motorcycle relevant on MotorInc First.

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    MotorInc First is a discussion between experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi (Shubhabrata Marmar), co-founders of MotorInc on new vehicles. Each episode will discuss one vehicle in great detail, covering the experience of driving or riding it, as well as what it means for the industry.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 A Dozen Years Old

    01:55 Same Bike Again

    04:45 Do You Need Bluetooth

    06:18 New Digital Console

    08:55 The Quality Challenge

    10:53 A Cult Bike

    14:59 Should You Buy One

    16:55 Pricing & Rivals

    19:14 Lack of Evolution

    20:44 Too Many Pulsars

    22:12 Pulsar Brand Issues

    23:12 Which Is The Flagship

    26:12 Quick Summary

    29:43 Blast From The Plast

    31:59 KTM 200 Duke Updates

    32:38 Next From Bajaj

    33:53 Dominar Rethink Required

    35:45 Closing Comments

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    #MotorIncFirst #FirstRide #FirstLook #FirstImpressions #Bajaj #BajajPulsar #BajajPulsarNS200 #PulsarNS200 #NS200 #2024

    • 36 min
    TVS Apache RTR 310 2024 | S02E16

    TVS Apache RTR 310 2024 | S02E16

    The TVS Apache RTR 310 has been a long time coming as the next bike in the TVS-BMW 310 project. It brings more performance, a new riding position and more gizmos and tech that you're ready for. On MotorInc First, Shumi and Kartikeya are discussing what it is like to ride and whether all of that tech is really required.

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    MotorInc First is a discussion between experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi (Shubhabrata Marmar), co-founders of MotorInc on new vehicles. Each episode will discuss one vehicle in great detail, covering the experience of driving or riding it, as well as what it means for the industry.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Curious, Confused, Concerned

    02:59 Meet the Apache RTR 310

    05:59 Design

    08:24 Performance

    12:43 Handling, Chassis & Tyres

    14:41 Variants & Pricing

    16:46 Quickshifter

    18:05 Heated-Cooled Seat

    21:54 Riding Modes

    24:31 Cruise Control

    27:57 Too Many Graphics

    30:25 Comfort

    33:10 310s Next Change

    33:41 The TVS-BMW Project

    36:37 Dynamic Headlights

    37:59 Why 310?

    38:57 Good Pricing?

    39:55 TVS' Transition

    43:25 Quick Summary

    52:36 Wrong Timing?

    54:41 Apache RTR 450

    54:46 TVS Into To The Lead

    56:57 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #MotorIncFirst #FirstRide #BMWMotorrad #BMWMotorradIndia #BMWIndia #BMWG310RR #TVSApacheRR310 #TVSRR310 #Sportsbike #Review #Comparison #RoadTest #Verdict #TVSRTR310

    • 57 min
    Mahindra XUV400 2024 | S02E15

    Mahindra XUV400 2024 | S02E15

    The Mahindra XUV400 electric SUV, the Tata Nexon EV's arch enemy, has some very impressive qualities. But the last time around, it also felt a bit unfinished. Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing whether the updated 2024 model feels more complete.

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    MotorInc First is a discussion between experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi (Shubhabrata Marmar), co-founders of MotorInc on new vehicles. Each episode will discuss one vehicle in great detail, covering the experience of driving or riding it, as well as what it means for the industry.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 The Unfinished Electric

    01:08 Where is Mahindra Headed

    05:04 Terminology Confusion

    05:40 The Previous XUV400

    08:49 XUV400 EL Pro Intro

    11:09 Critical Electronic Aids

    12:06 Interior Updates

    13:46 Design

    14:58 New Center Console

    17:22 Seats & Comfort

    18:40 Room For Improvement

    22:20 Drive Modes

    25:09 Are These EVs Enough

    27:29 Not Enough Equipment

    29:17 Safety

    29:44 Charging

    30:57 Not Better Than Nexon

    32:17 Range

    32:59 Single-Pedal Driving

    34:34 Service Experience

    35:14 Pricing

    37:22 Updated Convenience

    38:44 Quick Summary

    44:01 Think EVs Through

    46:52 Closing Comments

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    #Mahindra #XUV4OO #XUV400 #Electric #SUV #ElectricVehicle #XUV300 #MotorInc #Comparo #Comparison #NewSUV #NewCar #tata #tatanexon Motor Inc #tatanexonev #tatanexonevmax #MotorincBalance #tatanexonevprime #nexonevmax

    • 48 min
    Hyundai Creta N Line 2024 | S02E14

    Hyundai Creta N Line 2024 | S02E14

    After the Hyundai i20 and Venue, it is time for the Hyundai Creta N Line, a slightly sportier SUV built on the base of the new one that was released recently. Visual changes aside, there's a series of small updates that Kartikeya really enjoyed. He and Shumi are discussing this on MotorInc First.

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    MotorInc First is a discussion between experts Kartikeya Singhee and Shumi (Shubhabrata Marmar), co-founders of MotorInc on new vehicles. Each episode will discuss one vehicle in great detail, covering the experience of driving or riding it, as well as what it means for the industry.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 What Is N Line

    02:30 Some Context

    03:46 Hyundai for Enthusiasts

    05:02 Just a Body Kit

    06:37 Variants & Prices

    08:41 vs Normal Creta

    10:28 Design & Colours

    11:26 Caring For Matte Paints

    13:02 Creta N Line Interiors

    14:16 Perception Matters

    19:32 Driving Experience

    22:32 18-inch Wheels

    22:26 Still A Family SUV

    25:29 What We'd Like To See

    29:35 Verna N Line Next?

    33:17 Test Drive Required

    36:23 Tyres

    36:55 Fuel Economy

    37:43 Drive Modes

    38:56 Quick Summary

    43:30 Attention Other Brands

    44:23 Closing Comments

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    #MotorIncFirst #MotorInc #SUV #FirstDrive #FirstLook #FirstImpression #Hyundai #HyundaiCreta #HyundaiCretaNLine #KartikeyaSinghee

    • 45 min

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