An undying and undiluted love for automobiles, Shubhodeep turned to auto journalism by a twist of fate. But fate had little to do with his long-grown and carefully-nurtured passion for all things on wheels. Ever ready to drive, ever ready to learn, ever ready to expeience.

Articles by Shubhodeep Chakravarty

We drove Toyota Rumion for 600 kms in a day, all for answers to biggest question

Comparisons with Maruti Suzuki Ertiga would be very obvious but does Toyota Rumion hold its weight on its own as a viable and affordable MPV?

Maruti Suzuki Swift in the age of SUVs: Can the updated hatchback make a mark?

Maruti Suzuki Swift is one of the hottest-selling car models in India but SUVs have taken a toll on its popularity.

Mahindra XUV 3XO sub-compact SUV launched: Variant-wise prices explained

Mahindra XUV 3XO has been launched in two broad variants and a plethora of trims.

In pics: 2024 Force Gurkha rumbles down Indian roads

The Force Gurkha continues to have a mammoth road presence. But will this alone help it stomp over its direct rival in India?

2024 Force Gurkha drive impressions: Raw, rough, robust and raring for a fight

The latest Force Gurkha still does not want to pamper. But it is now at least hospitable while showing off its proven abilities off beaten roads.

Interview: In the numbers game but not in rat race, says Jeep India top boss

Jeep is battling in the Indian car market with a double-edged sword - one sharp side on maintaining the premium yet rugged appeal of its SUVs and the other on increasing sales. Jeep India's Priyesh Kumar speaks to HT Auto about all of this, plus electrics.

2024 Jeep Wrangler first-drive impressions: More refined yet typically rugged

The Jeep Wrangler is a rare sight in India. But it is quite a sight. The latest edition promises the same capabilities but with a more hospitable cabin. Can it widen its customer base to as big as its base of admirers?

The curious case of Magnite SUV, the one-car army for Nissan in India