Motorjournals by PSN Jr.

  Green number plates, silent cabins, and 0– 100 km/h times that once belonged exclusively to Italian exotics — the performance EV revolution in India is well underway. Mass-market brands and luxury carmakers alike are churning out dual-motor setups and punchy single-motor crossovers that put absurd amounts of horsepower within reach of regular buyers. On paper, this democratisation of speed sounds fantastic. But in real-world Indian conditions, it is turning into a recipe for disaster. The hard truth nobody wants to acknowledge is this: most Indian drivers are simply not equipped to handle high-performance electric vehicles. We have spent decades mastering the forgiving, progressive power curves of naturally aspirated hatchbacks and turbocharged diesels. Swapping that muscle memory overnight for sub-5-second hyper-acceleration without proper orientation is why we are seeing a spike in avoidable EV crashes across our cities and highways. The Muscle Memory Trap To understand why...

Earlier this week in Thane’s Panchpakhadi area, a Tata Sierra test‑drive vehicle crashed through roadside barricades, hit an autorickshaw and two two‑wheelers, and plunged into an under‑construction pit nearly 20 feet deep.  The SUV was reportedly being driven by a woman customer with a relative and a dealership staff member on board. Incredibly, all three survived with injuries described as non‑life‑threatening — a result of timely airbag deployment, proper seatbelt use, and a strong safety shell that kept the cabin largely intact. It was a frightening accident, but also a powerful real‑world validation of how advanced safety engineering saves lives. ▪️How Fast Was It Going? Eyewitness videos show the SUV accelerating rapidly before clipping vehicles and breaking through multiple barricades. While no official speed figures have been shared, the sequence of impacts tells a clear story: the car was moving too fast for a narrow, crowded lane near a construction site. Driving isn’t ju...

If you’ve spent any time around the modern two-wheeler scene, you’ve probably noticed how everyone seems to want an ADV these days. From the KTM 390 Adventure to the all-new Apache RTX 300, “adventure” is the new buzzword. Tall stance, long suspension, wide handlebars — the works. But here’s the catch: most of these ADVs rarely step off the tarmac. The toughest terrain they see is a monsoon pothole or a patch of loose gravel near a construction site. So, let’s just say it — ADV tyres, in pure city riding, are overkill. Yeah, unpopular opinion, but let’s talk about it. The Purpose Problem: ADV tyres are designed for one job, mixed-surface riding. Their semi-knobby tread pattern lets you grip in dirt, gravel, and slush — great if you’re doing Leh, not if you’re doing Lower Parel. On city roads, those chunky tread blocks don’t add value — they reduce it. The knobs flex, the grip patch is smaller, and the ride feels a bit ‘buzzy’. You’re basically lugging around dirt-ready shoes on a marat...

  Here's something that's been nagging at me for a while - the 350cc motorcycle category in India is quietly becoming what the 125cc category was fifteen years ago. When I think back to the early 2010s, the 125cc segment was THE category. Hero, Honda, Bajaj - every manufacturer had an offering that sold in droves. It was the sweet spot for first-time buyers and daily commuters. The 125cc was the everyman's bike. But that crown has quietly shifted. The real action is now at 350cc. **Why Is This Happening?** Five years ago, buying a 350cc meant you were serious. Today? Walk into any dealership, and you'll see the 350cc category has exploded. Royal Enfield, Hero, Bajaj, Jawa - every manufacturer is competing here. And here's the kicker: these bikes are selling. Hard. Why? The market has evolved, and consumers have become smarter about value. They're willing to stretch their budgets by 30-40% if they get more character, performance, and authenticity in return. **Wha...