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ThisConnect is a conversation. About cars. About motorcycles. About good things. Things as nouns as well as verbs

  1. Electrics, Hybrids, CNG, Petrol... What's Going On! | ThisConnect S02E14

    03/08/2024

    Electrics, Hybrids, CNG, Petrol... What's Going On! | ThisConnect S02E14

    We're living in the largest energy transition mankind has ever seen. Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the future of our fuels on ThisConnect. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. - CHAPTERS 00:00 An Independence thing 02:17 Does Ethanol make sense 06:31 Biomass based 'CNG' 09:30 Electric vehicles 16:30 Better laws needed 19:12 Transitions hurt 24:40 Global warming 25:35 Hybrids Part I 26:18 Old vs new solutions 28:08 Battery recycling 28:48 Age of innovation 33:37 Innovation infrastructure 35:05 Continuity of governance 40:09 Carbon credits 41:04 Eggs and baskets 45:00 Do stuff, make a move 46:30 Electrics are better 49:36 Disruption's coming 50:00 More CNG two-wheelers 53:11 Nuclear diamond batteries 54:21 Diesel's done 55:41 Closing comments - #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #Fuel #Petrol #Diesel #Ethanol #CNG #LPG #Electric #Hydrogen

    57 min
  2. What's Just a Niggle and What's A Proper Dealbreaker | ThisConnect S02E13

    27/07/2024

    What's Just a Niggle and What's A Proper Dealbreaker | ThisConnect S02E13

    When it comes to buying a new vehicle, Shumi and Kartikeya are finding that often people get confused about what's really important, and what is not. On ThisConnect (S02 E13), we're discussing the way to figure out what's a deal breaker, and what's just a niggle. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00 How Bad Is It 02:08 Your Expectation 07:40 Your Context 12:20 It Is About Balance 15:42 Small Things Big Deals 18:55 Screens And Cars 21:17 What is Real Value 29:29 Dealbreakers 36:23 Does It Meet Your Expectations 38:34 Essentials 41:18 You Must Miss Out 44:04 Your Choices 46:30 Life's Not Fair 47:22 Who You Trust 52:05 Reliability 56:53 The Next Episode ~ #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #BigProblem #SmallIssue #Niggle #DealBreaker #buyingadvice #buyacar #buyabike

    58 min
  3. What We Dream About, and Why We Must | ThisConnect S02E12

    20/07/2024

    What We Dream About, and Why We Must | ThisConnect S02E12

    Humans must dream, otherwise life can be colourless. On ThisConnect (Season 02, Episode 12), Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the nature of our dreams and aspirations, and how we can move steadily towards them. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00 Premium Car/Bike Dreams 01:28 Family & Automotive Dreams 06:39 Growing Up Changes Things 09:27 What Do You Dream About 11:31 Are Dreams Expensive 14:35 Joy of Using vs Owning 20:43 Premium Can Be Worse 23:45 Mistakes Are Okay 26:25 Emotion vs Reason 28:48 Skills vs Performance 34:00 The Status Thing 36:30 Premium, For Journalists 38:00 Do Your Thing 40:00 To Do List 43:30 Envy Isn't Important 44:25 Start. Just Start 45:25 Do You Thing Part II 47:26 Kartikeya's Dreams 48:41 Shumi's Dreams 51:12 The Next Episode ~ #MotorInc #podcast #Thisconnect #Dreams #Aspiration #Inspiration #think #Dream #Pursue #Life #lifelessons #motivation

    53 min
  4. What To Do in An Accident | ThisConnect S02E11

    13/07/2024

    What To Do in An Accident | ThisConnect S02E11

    Things aren't always going to go your way. Kartikeya and Shumi discuss how to deal with emergencies and accidents on ThisConnect. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00:00 What's An Emergency 00:02:05 Your First Reactions 00:04:53 Worst Case Scenario 00:08:46 Plan For Adversity 00:12:15 Take Your Time 00:16:25 Worrying vs Solving 00:19:15 Preparation Matters 00:23:40 Police & Crowds 00:31:57 Is It An Emergency? 00:35:33 Material, People & Time 00:38:55 Time 00:43:57 Tell Your Family 00:51:50 Parents & Friends 00:55:35 Focus on People 00:57:46 Easy vs Hard 00:59:55 Earn Trust 01:00:55 What Can You Control 01:02:35 Dashcams 01:04:38 Intuition Works 01:08:40 Summary 01:09:33 Closing Comments ~ #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #Emergencies #Advice #FirstAid

    1h 13m
  5. Awesome Advice, Tips and Tricks From You! | ThisConnect S02E10

    06/07/2024

    Awesome Advice, Tips and Tricks From You! | ThisConnect S02E10

    Halfway through Season 02, we took your advice for episode 10. Shumi and Kartikeya discuss your advice, tips and tricks for your life with cars and motorcycles. And if we're honest, there are awesome ideas in there – thank you! ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Such Good Advice 00:00:50 Lessons For Life 00:03:34 Third Party Mechanics 00:08:53 Be Alive vs Be Right 00:14:44 Justify Your Views 00:20:18 Don't Drive Like an Uncle 00:26:37 Ride For Enjoyment 00:30:55 Start Slow To Get Fast 00:37:36 Dealing With Impulses 00:44:58 Look Out For Friends 00:47:20 Always Wear A Helmet 00:49:55 What's Your Limit 00:51:11 Predicting Traffic 00:55:07 Look Farther 00:56:00 Long Distance Runners 00:58:48 Teach Your Children 01:00:20 Take a Deep Breathe 01:03:38 Closing Comments ~ #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #Advice #tips #tipsandtricks

    1h 5m
  6. Do You Actually Drive/Ride Well? | ThisConnect S02E09

    29/06/2024

    Do You Actually Drive/Ride Well? | ThisConnect S02E09

    How do you know whether you actually drive or ride well or not? Kartikeya and Shumi break it down – symptoms, things to learn and practice and more – on episode 09 of season 02 of our podcast, ThisConnect. - ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. - Chapters 00:00:00 How Do You Know? 00:02:39 Get Comfortable 00:03:48 Signs of Progress 00:09:18 What Could You Do? 00:13.15 Read the Signs 00:14:30 Get Familiar First 00:18:36 Adjust Your Vehicles 00:19:28 Learn Your Brakes 00:23:25 Practice Makes Perfect 00:26:38 You Will Get Used To It 00:32:08 U-Turns & Tight Spaces 00:37:30 Time, Distance & Anticipation 00:39:00 What Do You Remember 00:40:45 Patience & Good Driving 00:42:26 Signs of Bad Driving/Riding 00:44:20 Situational Awareness 00:49:15 Look Farther Ahead 00:52:29 Make Time For Yourself 00:55:00 Drive & Ride More 00:55:51 Passengers & Pillions 00:59:38 Can You Go Fast At All 01:03:50 Music May Not Help 01:06:14 Schools & Instruction 01:07:16 Closing Comments - #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #DriveBetter #DriveSafer #RideBetter #RideSafer #Safety #Skills

    1h 9m
  7. Awesome road trips with your family! | ThisConnect S02E08

    22/06/2024

    Awesome road trips with your family! | ThisConnect S02E08

    Travelling with the family is awesome. Road trips are even better when done right! On episode 8 of ThisConnect season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing how to go about this... leave us your best advice in the comments too! ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00 Where Should We Start? 01:15 Solo travel 02:32 Road Trip vs Getting There 05:05 Make a Good Plan 09:55 Cold vs The Heat 11:55 Be Flexible With Plans 16:24 Vehicle Prep 22:44 Pack Light 26:55 Pack Well 30:22 Packing for Bikes 33:53 Load the Car Early 36:25 A Knack For Snacks 38:00 Passengers' Rule 40:58 Travelling in Groups 47:55 Leave Home! 52:28 Slow Things Down 54:07 Share Your Plan 55:03 Emergencies 56:21 Your Advice! 56:40 The Next Episode 57:40 Cars vs Bikes 59:44 Closing Comments ~ Errors 31:18 That's Satyadeep Mishra (Sorry Sattu!) and you can find him on Instagram at @instasattu ~ #MotorInc #ThisConnect Motor Inc #podcast #travel #touring #roadtrip #familytime #travelwithkids #ontheroad

    1h 1m
  8. When Should You Upgrade Your Vehicle! | ThisConnect S02E07

    15/06/2024

    When Should You Upgrade Your Vehicle! | ThisConnect S02E07

    What would be the right time to upgrade from your current bike or car? What indications can you rely on to tell you that your pride and joy is great but your wants and needs have moved forward? Kartikeya and Shumi discuss on our podcast, ThisConnect. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Hoarders vs Upgraders 00:01:30 Are You Bored 00:03:30 What Are Your Preferences 00:05:15 Versatile vs Specialised 00:11:30 It is Emotional 00:16:50 Is Age A Factor 00:19:35 Reliability Factor 00:21:56 Things To Worry About 00:23:03 Try Something New 00:29:00 The Use Case 00:34:28 Lifestyle Vehicles 00:40:49 Set Your Expectations 00:42:44 Test Rides and Drives 00:47:51 Use Case vs Engineering 00:51:57 Don't Lie To Yourself 00:53:28 Electrics & Diesels 00:56:40 Electric Two-Wheelers 00:58:30 Closing Comments ~ #MotorInc #Podcast #ThisConnect #BuyBike #Buyingabike #motorcycle #scooter #advice #buyingadvice #fomo #Buyacar #Upgrade

    59 min
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ThisConnect is a conversation. About cars. About motorcycles. About good things. Things as nouns as well as verbs

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  • Creator
    MotorInc
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
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    ThisConnect