US-Iran war CJP protest in Delhi US-Saudi nuclear deal Commonwealth Games 2026 Wildfires in Europe

Triumph Street Triple long term review: Introduction

Ferine clocked up impressive miles, as well as a credit card bill

Overdrive|May 05, 2015, 16:09:59 IST

If you read my column in the issue last month, you know I went out and somehow scraped enough money to pay the down-payment on my new Street Triple, Ferine. I’ve managed to credit card my way to an impressive add-on parts bill but we shall discuss that next time around.

Ferine and I went to the latest edition of our TWO Track School by Indimotard at Kari Motor Speedway near Coimbatore. The Street Triple, in stock 79PS form, turns out to be everything I hoped for. It’s fast, agile and responsive and while I’ll detail it out later, she’s great on the track too.

But I’ve already got stuff that needs to be made better or made to fit me better. The worst are the mirrors. They’re entirely useless and must go. They don’t ...Continue Reading...

Tesla's Cybercab to feature built-in Starlink antenna, bringing satellite internet to robotaxis

Tesla has confirmed that its upcoming Cybercab will include built-in Starlink connectivity, allowing the autonomous vehicle to access satellite internet beyond traditional mobile networks. The move deepens ties between Elon Musk's companies while supporting Tesla's vision of self-driving robotaxis capable of operating across a wider range of environments.

3 min read

US rejects Tesla bid to avoid recall of nearly 20,000 vehicles over headlight issue

US auto safety regulators rejected Tesla's bid to avoid a headlight recall while a separate investigation found a driver overrode Full Self-Driving before a fatal crash.

1 min read

IIT Kanpur study finds no evidence E20 petrol damages engines, says mileage impact is minimal

Fresh research from IIT Kanpur challenges widespread claims that E20 petrol harms vehicle engines, concluding that the fuel blend causes no measurable engine damage and only a marginal impact on fuel efficiency. The findings come amid ongoing public debate over India's ethanol-blending programme and concerns raised by motorists.

2 min read

As Nissan expands its line-up from one model to four, the carmaker is betting on affordable SUVs, exports and ICE volumes before making its EV play

Nissan Managing Director Saurabh Vatsa explains why the Tekton SUV is central to the brand's India strategy, its export ambitions and why an EV launch will have to wait.

2 min read

Volkswagen layoffs could hit 1 lakh as CEO warns of deeper cost overhaul

Volkswagen is weighing further workforce reductions that could bring total job losses to around 1,00,000, according to an internal message from CEO Oliver Blume. The proposed restructuring comes as Europe's biggest carmaker grapples with shrinking profits, intense Chinese competition, tariff pressures and excess manufacturing capacity.

2 min read

Up Next

Triumph Street Triple long term review: Introduction

Tags

Tesla's Cybercab to feature built-in Starlink antenna, bringing satellite internet to robotaxis

US rejects Tesla bid to avoid recall of nearly 20,000 vehicles over headlight issue

IIT Kanpur study finds no evidence E20 petrol damages engines, says mileage impact is minimal

As Nissan expands its line-up from one model to four, the carmaker is betting on affordable SUVs, exports and ICE volumes before making its EV play

Volkswagen layoffs could hit 1 lakh as CEO warns of deeper cost overhaul