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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.

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.

Just before the launch of the NS 400 which will be the biggest Pulsar ever, Adil Jal Darukhanawala, Editor-at-large and Sirish Chandran, Editor of evo India, delved into the significant landmarks of Bajaj Autos' evolving history. Bajaj Auto has come a long way from a rising sensation with the Chetak in the scooter market to uplifting the motorcycle segment with Pulsars. In this insightful podcast, they shed light on the inception of the Indian motorcycle space, along getting into the details on the government's role in shaping the market. They have also briefly discussed Bajaj Auto's strategic partnership with global brands like Kawasaki, KTM, Triumph and Renault. The discussion delves into the Pulsar rising craze, transforming the brand image and setting the standard for enthusiasts. Watch till the end for views on the EV push, the upcoming Pulsar launch and Bajaj Autos' first CNG bike. 

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.