There’s a particular kind of confidence in doing less, and doing it better. As someone who spends a fair amount of time pointing cameras at things — cars, coastlines, people — I find that quality quite appealing in a phone. The Google Pixel 10a, now available in India at Rs. 49,999, is precisely that kind… Continue reading Google Pixel 10a: The Camera-First Phone That Doesn’t Need to Shout
Author: Afzal Rawuther
2026 Tata Punch.ev Facelift first drive impressions: ALL THAT MATTERS
The Tata Punch EV gets a facelift, but unlike in most such facelifts, Tata has listened to its consumers to make the changes that really matter. Kochi is a city that exists in a state of beautiful, humid suspension. Between the ancient spice warehouses of Mattancherry and the gleaming IT hubs of Kakkanad, there is… Continue reading 2026 Tata Punch.ev Facelift first drive impressions: ALL THAT MATTERS
Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella First Drive Review: A Much Better Face for the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
The automotive world often views rebadged vehicles with a certain level of skepticism. It is easy to see why. When two cars share a chassis, a motor, and a majority of their body panels, the distinct personality of the secondary brand can sometimes feel like an afterthought. The Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella seeks to challenge… Continue reading Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella First Drive Review: A Much Better Face for the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
2026 Tata Punch First Drive Review: More Than Meets The Eye
The year was 2021. The world had largely ground to a halt, wrapped in the uncertainty of a global pandemic. Social distancing was the vernacular of the day, and the automotive industry was navigating one of its quietest periods in history. Amidst this silence, Tata Motors launched a vehicle that seemed to puff out its… Continue reading 2026 Tata Punch First Drive Review: More Than Meets The Eye
Skoda Octavia RS returns to India: The green monster that turns family sedans into track weapons
The ‘RS’ badge on a Skoda Octavia means something in India. It’s a bit of an ‘if you know, you know’ icon. For two decades, it has been the definitive answer to the question: What is the perfect one-car garage? It’s the car for the enthusiast who has a family, a job, and a commute,… Continue reading Skoda Octavia RS returns to India: The green monster that turns family sedans into track weapons
Google Pixel 10 Pro Review: The Case for a Smarter Phone
Small, thoughtful updates make a big difference in this year’s Google flagship The annual smartphone race has been a predictable marathon of specifications. Brands battle over processing power, charging speeds, and megapixel counts. But things are beginning to change. Over the last couple of years, there is a renewed focus on the overall user experience,… Continue reading Google Pixel 10 Pro Review: The Case for a Smarter Phone