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• How Tata gave Jeep India a lifeline | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 30.05.2026 30λ

  At its 2026 Investor Day, Stellantis announced plans to leverage global partnerships for its next-gen models. An announcement of particular interest was of a future Jeep to be built on a Tata Motors platform. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the development and what it means for Jeep and Tata.
• Flex fuel future - What E85 and E100 mean for you | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 23.05.2026 26λ

  The Indian government is accelerating the shift to higher ethanol fuel blends like E25 and E85 to cut oil imports, lower emissions and support energy security. But what does this transition mean for motorists, engines, fuel efficiency and running costs? Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the real-world impact of the ethanol push on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime. ...
• The white spaces in India’s car market | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 16.05.2026 30λ

  With over 280 car models on sale in India today you'd think every kind of customer need is catered to. However, there are a fair few high volume yet underserved segments with just 1-2 options. On this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the models and manufacturers that rule these segments, and if others can tap into the opportunities.
• Why EV platforms could get engines | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 09.05.2026 31λ

  Electric vehicle sales haven’t matched early projections, leaving carmakers with billions invested in dedicated EV platforms. Now, a new solution is emerging - converting born-electric architectures to support hybrid powertrains, giving manufacturers far greater flexibility in a changing market. Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss the development and strategies carmakers are adopting for India.
• What’s next for Nissan in India? | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 02.05.2026 23λ

  Nissan has been struggling in India for years but a revival plan is now in place. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss what lies ahead for the Japanese carmaker.
• The great Indian fuel reset | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 25.04.2026 41λ

  The choice of fuel type has greatly changed over the past decade. On this epsiode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss the decline of petrol, the future of diesel, the rise of CNG and EVs, and also what's shaping the change.
• FY26's record two-wheeler sales: The real winners & losers |Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 18.04.2026 19λ

  India's two-wheeler sales touched a record high of 21 million units in FY26. Rishaad Mody - Editor, Bikes, Autocar India - and Ravi Bhatia - President and CEO, JATO Dynamic India - break down the numbers on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• Breaking down FY26's record car sales | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 11.04.2026 41λ

  India's passenger vehicle sales touched a record high of 4.7 million units in FY26. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ravi Bhatia - President and CEO, JATO Dynamic India - break down the numbers on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• What is Toyota's India game plan? | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 04.04.2026 26λ

  Toyota has quietly worked its way up the sales charts over the past few years, helped largely by Maruti Suzuki-sourced models. However, there's a lot more in the pipeline from Toyota. On this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss the products and strategy that will drive Toyota's future growth in India.
• The question of brand vs product | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 28.03.2026 34λ

  What makes a strong brand? And is today's buyer swayed by a brand to begin with? Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor - Autocar India - discuss in this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• The Tata Nexon's dream run | Deep Drive Podcast Ep. 104 | Autocar India 21.03.2026 28λ

  The Tata Nexon has sold over a million units powered by a record 200,000 unit sales in FY26. What keeps the Nexon ticking even in the face of fresh competition and what's next for the compact SUV? Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor - Autocar Professional - discuss in this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• Why carmakers are betting on flexible platforms | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 14.03.2026 39λ

  Battery electric vehicles might be growing in popularity but there's also a long road ahead for ICE vehicles. How are carmakers preparing for this multi-fuel future? Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• Decoding JSW Group's automotive play | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 07.03.2026 29λ

  The JSW Group has a huge presence across steel, energy, cement and infrastructure sectors and has made an ambitious foray into the automotive space. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editoer, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss JSW's gameplan on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• Maruti finally goes electric | Deep Drive Podcast Ep. 101 | Autocar India 01.03.2026 37λ

  Maruti Suzuki has finally entered the EV race with the e Vitara. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the product and what it means for Maruti Suzuki and the EV segment on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast.
• Indian automakers in overdrive | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 21.02.2026 51λ

  Indian manufacturers are enjoying a stellar run, with record sales, robust launch pipelines and more ambitious plans than ever before. In this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee, Editor of Autocar India, and Ketan Thakkar, Editor of Autocar Professional, discuss what’s driving this rise and what it means for the future of India’s auto industry.
• Duster Hybrid, Innova Crysta future, KTM scooter & more | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 14.02.2026 45λ

  This episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime is all about your questions. Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - and Rishaad Mody - Editor, Bikes at Autocar India - answer some frequently asked questions.
• India-EU FTA and its impact on the Indian auto industry | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 07.02.2026 27λ

  The India-EU FTA has opened up a whole new and exciting conversation for European cars in India. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional talk on its advantages, myths and what to expect.
• Why the Renault Duster’s return is a big deal | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 31.01.2026 45λ

  The new Renault Duster made its high voltage debut in India on January 26, 2026. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the Duster and what it means for Renault on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• TVS' ride to number 3 in the world | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 24.01.2026 25λ

  TVS Motor Company has grown to become the world's third largest two-wheeler manufacturer. What's driving the growth and what's next? Rishaad Mody - Editor - Bikes, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss in this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
• The new cars that will shape 2026 | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India 17.01.2026 42λ

  2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for car buyers and enthusiasts. On this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the most important cars set for launch in 2026 and what they mean for their respective manufacturers.