Connecting Rod

Buying a new car or bike is often an exciting milestone—one that many people look forward to for years. It’s a moment that sometimes even brings the entire family together. But how can you ensure that you walk away with not just a good deal, but also a truly good vehicle? In this edition of Connecting Rod, we tell you exactly how. Tune In! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal

At 19,400ft above sea level, The newest highest motorable pass in the world is still under construction.  But we took two 4x4s to see if we could make it to the top. This podcast should tell you everything you need to know about trying to conquer high altitude passes in the winter. Tune in! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound mixed by Suraj Singh

In this episode we're talking about EVs.Volumes in the EV space are driven by India's burgeoning C-segment and why Maruti's entry in the space could drastically change the way India moves. Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal

In this edition of Connecting Rod, we bring you highlights from EICMA 2025 — the world’s largest motorcycle show, held in Milan, Italy. The event took place between November 6-9 served as the ultimate stage for global motorcycle brands to showcase their latest innovations. Honda unveiled its very first electric motorcycle, the Honda WN7, marking a major step into the EV space. TVS-owned Norton made waves with the debut of the Norton Manx and the new Norton Atlas range. BMW also revealed the much-anticipated F 450 GS, drawing significant attention from adventure enthusiasts. Royal Enfield had a busy show, presenting multiple unveilings, including the first look at the bigger and more powerful Himalayan 750. Meanwhile, Flying Flea expanded its lineup with the launch of the FF S6, an all-new electric scrambler. All in all, it’s a motorcycle-packed edition of Connecting Rod — celebrating innovation, performance, and the exciting future of two-wheeled mobility. Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

This time on Connecting Rod, we delve into the world of motorsport, essentially a very particular category - electric motorsport, and the spearheading series - Formula e. The all-electric series that made its debut as an alternate to Formula 1 has become a very important aspect in the world that is rapidly adopting electric technology. And one of the true stalwarts in the world of Formula e is Mahindra Racing, the true Indian manufacturer, that has not just competed in every single season of Formula e, but won races and showcased exemplary technological knowhow. We discuss Mahindra's involvement in the pinnacle of electric racing and how the technology has trickled down to passenger cars, including the Mahindra XEV 9e and the BE 6 Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound mixed by Aman Pal

As a follow-up to the last episode, we bring you stories from the road but this time from around the world. Joining this episode, Editor Auto Today Yogendra Pratap sits in to talk about his adventures, places that you dream of being and some that you’ve probably never heard of and everything in between. Tune in! Produced by Taniya Dutta Sound Mixed by Suraj Singh    

A casual conversation between our hosts Dipayan Dutta and Anagh Bhaskar recounting dramatic, humorous and challenging experiences from their long driving adventures across India. It covers everything from unexpected encounters during record attempts and daunting highway mishaps, to surreal ghost stories and the unique logistics of big road trips. The stories reveal unseen aspects of motoring journalism—chaos, fatigue and camaraderie—underscoring both the unpredictability and thrill of life on the road. Produced By Areeb Raza Sound Mixed By Aman Pal

OEM service centres or private? What to look out for? How to ensure your car has been serviced properly and the full details of owner and caring for your car right in India. We explain the challenges, and some key loopholes to ensure a smooth and hassle free ownership experience. Tune in! Produced by Areeb Raza Sound Mixed by Aman Pal

GST regularisation and removal of Cess charges, will drive a surge in the Automotive sector, we discuss the big gainers, who stands to lose out and how these changes will shape the industry going forward. In conversation with Yogendra Pratap about these changes and what they mean for the buyer and the industry as a whole. Producer: Nikhil Khattar Sound mixed by Rohan Bharti

What separates the authentic SUVs from their cosmetic counterparts. Why the cosmetic SUVs so popular and how to prepare your 4x4 SUV for your next adventure.