All stories by Rajesh Alva
Renault Kiger is a hatchback killer
Rediff.com1 Mar 2021The new Kiger has enough in it to draw you away from the hatchback you've been eyeing.
Off-roading with Mahindra Thar
Rediff.com20 Feb 2019Off-road driving allows you to get to remote places which are likely to be less visited and unpopular. It's also fun and a challenge and will give a rewarding experience.
Bike review: Is the KTM Duke 125 worth Rs 1.18 lakh?
Rediff.com30 Jan 2019Rajesh Alva reviews the latest addition to the KTM stable.
Nissan Kicks is indeed a convincing Hyundai Creta competitor
Rediff.com21 Dec 2018The Nissan Kicks does tick all the right boxes as a convincing Hyundai Creta competitor.
The good, not-so-good and the bad about Marazzo
Rediff.com24 Sep 2018Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com reveals the good, bad and ugly of the latest MPV from the Mahindra stable.
Buying your first bike? Read this first
Rediff.com20 Aug 2018These bikes are a good mixture of style, mileage, performance and affordability, says Rajesh Alva.
Meet the latest maxi-scooter in the market!
Rediff.com13 Aug 2018Rajesh Alva brings you the details of the first maxi-scooter from the Suzuki stable.
Is your bike monsoon ready? 9 tips
Rediff.com16 Jul 2018Rajesh Alva takes you through the vital monsoon checklist for your two wheeler.
At Rs 67,437, is the Bajaj Pulsar 150 Classic worth a buy?
Rediff.com26 Jun 2018The Bajaj Pulsar 150 classic is Rs 10,118 cheaper than the standard Pulsar 150.
What works for Toyota Yaris, what doesn't
Rediff.com30 May 2018The Toyota Yaris was finally launched in India last month. Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com offers a quick checklist of what appeals to him about the car, and what doesn't.
Honda X-Blade 160: Sharper and bigger, but is it better?
Rediff.com27 Apr 2018Things to know before you consider the latest bike in the premium commuter segment.
NTORQ 125: India's most feature-loaded scooter is here
Rediff.com29 Mar 2018Be it performance, styling, features, refinement and price, the NTORQ ticks all the boxes, says Rajesh Alva.
She's got the looks!
Rediff.com20 Jan 2018The Street Triple RS is one of the best looking naked motorcycles in the segment, says bike enthusiast Rajesh Alva
Will you buy the Suzuki Intruder 150 for Rs 98k?
Rediff.com17 Nov 2017The bike ticks all the right boxes when it comes to style, handling and riding dynamic.
First Look: The Hero XPulse
Rediff.com10 Nov 2017Can it take Hero Impulse's legacy to the next level? Can it rival Royal Enfield's Himalayan?
First Look: The Hero XPulse
Rediff.com10 Nov 2017Can it take Hero Impulse's legacy to the next level? Can it rival Royal Enfield's Himalayan?
What India's 2nd most powerful man says about UP
Rediff.com30 Jan 2017BJP President Amit Shah -- arguably the second most powerful politician in the nation -- granted a rare television interview to the Network 18 group of news channels. Rediff.com's Rajesh Alva checks out what the BJP boss said in this word cloud assessment of the interview.