Pro tips from local mechanics can help keep your swanky wheels in good shape, says Faisal Husain, CEO, Synechron Inc.
How I fell in love with cars “My introduction to cars was not any different from other boys. I loved the cars that my family owned and took a shine to all the fancy cars I would see on the road. My bond with a car is not based on its price. I could be a big fan of an expensive car, as well as an inexpensive one. The history and personality of the car matter a lot to me.”
My first car “It was a red Toyota Supra Twin Turbo that I bought almost two decades ago. It is still recognised as a modern classic and has featured in many Hollywood movies, like those in 'The Fast and the Furious' franchise. It was an absolute dream to drive. My wife went on a few long drives in it, including New York-Chicago and New York-Montreal. I owned the car for six years. I have developed a passion for 4x4s and own a Land Rover Defender and a Jeep Wrangler.”
Faisal Husain, CEO, Synechron Inc
My best road trip
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“My favourite country to drive in is India. I’ve done a few road trips, including touring Rajasthan and Kerala. Outside India, I would love to tour Africa (Nairobi to Cape Town) and China/Mongolia as well. I prefer drives that bring you closer to nature. I consciously take the route that gives me a glimpse of wildlife, different cultures, and takes me away from the bustle of corporate life. I recommend everyone take at least one road trip every six months by themselves — insert the car key, press ignition, and zoom away.”
Favourite car scene in a movie The car chase in James Bond’s 'Spectre' in which two Land Rover Defenders are featured is my favourite scene.
Music on the road… “I prefer the radio. There is a surprise element in not knowing what is coming next. I like modern Bollywood, bhangra, qawwali, hip-hop and disco.”
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Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Ducati: Top 10 Premium Cars And Bikes Launched In 2018
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2018 was a year filled with exciting car and bike launches, not just in India, but all over the world. Some of the premium auto launches that topped the charts were truly breathtaking. And here’s rewinding to the year which saw some mean machines being rolled in Mo-town.
2018 was a year filled with exciting car and bike launches, not just in India, but all over the world. Some of the premium auto launches that topped the charts were truly breathtaking. And here’s rew..
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The Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster is a more aggressive version as compared to its predecessor Murciélago. The car is aspirated with only one clutch to its seven-speed transmission. Priced at Rs 3.36 crore, this premium drive takes three seconds to sprint from 0 to 62 kmph; top speed is 217 kmph. It comes with a carbon- fibre body which makes the weight comparatively lighter than the predecessor.
Price: Rs 3.36 crore
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The Lamborghini Aventador S Roadster is a more aggressive version as compared to its predecessor Murciélago. The car is aspirated with only one clutch to its seven-speed transmission. Priced at Rs 3...
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Priced at a whopping Rs 13.26 crore, the Rolls Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase is touted to be the biggest vehicle in the auto giant's range. It speeds from 0-60 kmph in 5.8 seconds, while the top recorded speed is 160 kmph. Equipped with theatre configuration - which includes two 12-inch monitors with picnic tables - the luxurious drive has a 6749 CC engine and weighs 2745 kgs.
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Priced at a whopping Rs 13.26 crore, the Rolls Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase is touted to be the biggest vehicle in the auto giant's range. It speeds from 0-60 kmph in 5.8 seconds, while the top r..
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On September 28 this year, Ferrari unveiled Portofino for Rs 3.5 crore. This mean machine from the Italian giant is capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 in 3.5 seconds. A two-seater convertible, it is powered by an eight-cylinder V configuration engine.
On September 28 this year, Ferrari unveiled Portofino for Rs 3.5 crore. This mean machine from the Italian giant is capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 in 3.5 seconds. A two-seater convertible, it is ..
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Rolls Royce launched the eighth generation Phantom earlier this year in February. The car is equipped with a 6.75 litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine capable of delivering 563 H and 900 Nm torque. It is capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 kmph in just 5.4 seconds. It is 30 per cent lighter than the predecessors and offers a 600 metre range of light.
Rolls Royce launched the eighth generation Phantom earlier this year in February. The car is equipped with a 6.75 litre twin-turbocharged V12 engine capable of delivering 563 H and 900 Nm torque. It ..
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Mclaren launched the first Hyper-GT this year, Speedtail. Touted to be the most efficient and fast car,. the beast sprints from 0-186 kmph in 12.8 seconds and can go as high as 403 kmph. It has an all-carbon fibre reducing the overall weight.. Inside the speedtail is a luxurious three-seat cockpit and the driver is positioned centrally. It also houses a decent amount of space for luggage.
Price: Rs 16.04 crore
Mclaren launched the first Hyper-GT this year, Speedtail. Touted to be the most efficient and fast car,. the beast sprints from 0-186 kmph in 12.8 seconds and can go as high as 403 kmph. It has an al..
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Another premium bike that hit the Indian markets in September was the Ducati 959 Panigale Corse. Priced at Rs 15.2 lakhs, this one comes with a 955 CC engine which generates 157 HP of power. Other features include electronics package, Ducati traction control (DTC), quick shift engine and brake control. The Panigale Corse had three modes - race, sport and wet.
Price: Rs 15.2 lakhs
Another premium bike that hit the Indian markets in September was the Ducati 959 Panigale Corse. Priced at Rs 15.2 lakhs, this one comes with a 955 CC engine which generates 157 HP of power. Other fe..
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Auto giant Ducati rolled out a limited edition premium bike, the Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak, this year. It is also powered by a 1262 CC Euro 4 compliant engine. The limited edition bike features a new front geometry and longer swingarm.
Price: Rs 21.42 lakhs
Auto giant Ducati rolled out a limited edition premium bike, the Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak, this year. It is also powered by a 1262 CC Euro 4 compliant engine. The limited edition bike features a n..
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Kawasaki, this year, made an effort to strengthen its position in the premium bike segment in India. The auto giant launched Ninja H2 SX in February this year, and priced it at Rs 21.8 lakhs. The bike, available in only one colour, was unveiled with TFT LCD instrument cluster and LED cornering lights. New cyllinders, pistons and supercharger were aimed at making the bike more powerful than before.
Price: Rs 21.8 lakhs
Kawasaki, this year, made an effort to strengthen its position in the premium bike segment in India. The auto giant launched Ninja H2 SX in February this year, and priced it at Rs 21.8 lakhs. The bik..
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The bike that stole the show this year was Ducati Panigale V4R. Priced at Rs 51.87 lakhs, this premium bike is powered by a massive 998 CC engine and also features a race-grade suspension with mechanical adjustment.
Price: Rs 51.87 lakhs
The bike that stole the show this year was Ducati Panigale V4R. Priced at Rs 51.87 lakhs, this premium bike is powered by a massive 998 CC engine and also features a race-grade suspension with mechan..
Dream wheels “I am fortunate to have owned all my dream cars — Corvette, Porsche, Ferrari, BMW, Mercedes, and Bentley. Since then, my tastes have changed to 4x4. A classic Toyota FJ 40 is something that I want to own in the future.”
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Tip top “A large part of my automobile knowledge comes from my conversations with the mechanics at my local garage. If you are lucky, they might even tell you granddad hacks for the upkeep of your vehicle so that your trips to garages are reduced.”
