Recent Articles Published by Akbar Merchant
Yamaha Cygnus XR155 Scooter revealed

By Akbar Merchant calendar18 Sep 2025

The Cygnus XR155 gets the same engine as the popular Aerox 155 scooter.  

Updated BMW G 310 RR Teased Ahead of India Launch

By Akbar Merchant calendar18 Sep 2025

Expect the updated BMW G 310 RR to be priced at around Rs 20,000 more than the badge-engineered TVS Apache RR 310.

Mercedes-Benz to Reintroduce More Physical Buttons in its cars, SUVs

By Akbar Merchant calendar18 Sep 2025

New Steering wheel design with buttons and rockers, seen on the CLA, GLC electric will be standard across the line-up ...

Nissan to close two design studios as part of cost cutting drive

By Akbar Merchant calendar17 Sep 2025

Going forward, Nissan says its Atsugi facility in Japan will serve as the lead global design hub.

Volkswagen Touareg to return as ID. Touareg electric SUV in 2029

By Akbar Merchant calendar17 Sep 2025

VW ID. Touraeg will sit on the advanced SSP platform; will also have software support from Rivian.

Porsche Cayenne Electric enters final phase of testing ahead of global debut

By Akbar Merchant calendar17 Sep 2025

Virtual simulations helped eliminate the need for dozens of physical prototypes thus slashing development time for the...

Honda WN7 electric motorcycle revealed

By Akbar Merchant calendar17 Sep 2025

The WN7 is Honda’s first fixed-battery electric naked bike.  

Citroën Aircross X bookings open ahead of launch

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Sep 2025

Fresh teaser previews the Aircross X with more features and a new paint shade.

Nissan Magnite engines are E20 compliant, confirms brand

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Sep 2025

Nissan has clarified that using E20 fuel will not void the warranty on new Magnite units sold after October 2024.

Honda Africa Twin recalled over wiring issue

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Sep 2025

The global recall applies to Honda Africa Twin units manufactured between 2019 and 2025.