Deep Drive | Autocar India
Welcome to Deep Drive by Autocar India — where we delve beyond the headlines to uncover the untold stories shaping the automotive landscape. Join our editor, Hormazd Sorabjee, and our seasoned editorial team as we take you on a journey through the heart of the industry. From industry trends to insider insights and exclusive interviews with automotive leaders, get ready for a deep dive into all things automotive. Buckle up and join us for the ride!
Episodes
63 episodes
How Hyundai plans to get back in the fast lane | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Hyundai's sales in India have seen a decline with the carmaker even ceding its long held number 2 position in the market over the past few months. What's caused the drop in sales and how does Hyundai plan to fight back? Hormazd Sorabjee -...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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39:52
Mahindra's hybrid plans, UK FTA impact on car prices & more | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - answer your automotive questions in this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.
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Season 1
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Episode 62
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27:48
The Car Features Arms Race: Innovation to Excess | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Manufacturers are in a game of oneupmanship with features and buyers are loving it. Comfort, convenience and tech features that wow have the power to sway buying decisions. Which are the hot features and which are a step too far? Hormazd ...
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Season 1
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Episode 61
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33:02
Legacy giants & startups battle for electric 2-wheeler supremacy | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Electric two-wheeler sales in India touched a record high of 1.15 million units in FY25 and a deeper look at the best sellers' list will reveal a tug of war between startups and legacy manufacturers. Rishaad Mody - Editor, Bikes at Autocar Indi...
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Season 1
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Episode 60
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38:07
What's driving TVS' incredible growth? | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
TVS Motor Company shifts from commuter dominance to premium ambition with EVs, CNG tech, 300cc bikes, and Norton’s revival. On this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Rishaad Mody - Editor, Bikes at...
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Season 1
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Episode 59
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35:58
Another Chinese brand joins India's EV race I Deep Drive Podcast I Autocar India
Stellantis is set to bring Chinese EV maker Leapmotor to India later this year. In this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast, Hormazd Sorabjee ⁃ Editor, Autocar India ⁃ & Ketan Thakkar ⁃ Editor,Autocar Professional ⁃ discuss China'...
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Season 1
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Episode 58
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28:15
Luxury car sales hit a record high | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Luxury car sales crossed 50,000 units for the first time in FY25. What's driving the demand and which manufacturers are leading the luxe race? Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss...
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Season 1
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Episode 57
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40:30
Six automakers rule India’s roads – and shut out rivals | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
India’s top 6 carmakers make up a whopping 94% of sales leaving the 10 other mass manufacturers with only 6% of the pie. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the situation on...
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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39:17
Nissan's fight for relevance | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Nissan has had a tough few years of dropping sales, leadership churn and financial woes. However, the Japanese carmaker is ready with a comeback plan which extends to its India business. On this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered...
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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26:35
Why CNG is becoming the fuel of choice for many | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
CNG cars outsold diesels in India for the very first time in FY25. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss what's driving the surge in demand in this episode of the Autocar Dee...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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34:04
Tesla in India, new Bolero, Maruti hybrids and more | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
We've gone through the comments and compiled a list of your most frequently asked questions. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - answer them on this episode of the Autocar Dee...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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41:26
Why only a handful of carmakers rule the MPV market | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
MPVs have overtaken sedans in sales. What's driving the rising popularity of MPVs and why is the segment dominated by only a few models? Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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31:02
Tesla planning India entry | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
After years of buzz, Tesla is finally set to enter the Indian market. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss why it's a big deal on this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podc...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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33:19
Kia's India game plan | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
After a dream launch in 2019 and a quick charge up the sales charts, Kia seems to have plateaued. In this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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30:42
The rise, dominance and downfall of sedans in India | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
The bodystyle that launched mainstream automobiles in India was the sedan and since then it has seen epic highs and upsetting lows. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakker - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss the histor...
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Season 1
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Episode 49
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34:36
Skoda and Indian innings | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Skoda entered India in 2000 and made its mark immediately. Since then, 25 years have gone by and Skoda still stands strong while many of its rivals have succumbed. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Shapur Kotwal - Deputy Editor, Au...
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Season 1
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Episode 48
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40:46
Can small cars make a comeback? | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Small cars and hatchbacks have been on a downward trajectory in India and SUVs are the preferred choice. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the importance of small cars, ta...
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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35:48
Can Honda be the largest bike manufacturer in India? | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Honda has been on an upward trajectory in India and is quickly catching up to Hero in terms of volumes. Rishaad Mody - Editor (Bikes), Autocar India - and Ketan Thakker - Editor, Autocar Professional - discuss why on this episode of the Autocar...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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32:35
Is India truly a global car market? | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
India might be the world's third largest car market but our bestselling cars simply won't cut it in advanced markets. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss why on this episode...
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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45:25
Auto Expo 2025 stars and why they're significant | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
The 2025 edition of Auto Expo, India's largest motorshow, has just concluded. In this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Autocar India's Sergius Barretto, Shapur Kotwal, Gavin D'Souza and Rishaad Mody dis...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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58:52
Making sense of facelifts, updates and all-new cars | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Manufacturers are very liberal in labelling their cars as 'new', sometimes even years after the model's original launch. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss the different ph...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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35:57
Remembering Osamu Suzuki - The giant of small cars | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
Osamu Suzuki passed away on 25 December, 2024 aged 1994. In this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - pay tribut...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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43:12
Sub-4m rule, diesel hybrid cars, Polo replacement & more | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
We've gone through the comments and compiled a list of your most frequently asked questions. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - answer them on this episode of the Autocar Deep Driv...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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44:41
Highlights of 2024 and what to look forward to in 2025 | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
As the sun sets on 2024, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - look back at all the key automotive news and events of the year gone by, and also discuss developments that could shape ...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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42:56
The Hyundai Creta success story | Deep Drive Podcast | Autocar India
The Hyundai Creta has been a roaring success since its launch in 2015. The model crossed the 1 million units sales milestone earlier this year and 2024 is also set to be its best year of sales. What makes the Creta tick and why is it the defaul...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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