Ehsanur Raza Ronny

Primary life roles: Confused dad, all round car guy, model car builder and cartoonist. Currently Editor of Shift (automobiles), Bytes (technology) and Next Step (career) for the Daily Star. Previously did four years hard labour in advertising before starting Shift and Next Step in 2013 while also re-branding the previous tech publication as Bytes.

How to smell amazing without suffocating the room

Fragrance should be subtle and intimate, not overpowering. Apply perfume to pulse points, avoid rubbing it in, and be mindful of seasonal changes. Winter’s cooler temperatures make scents last longer, but be cautious of external odours.

4w ago

Thinking of studying abroad? Here’s how school life varies worldwide

Student life looks very different around the world, with each country offering its own approach to education, exams, and extracurriculars. Whether it’s the schooling system or the academic pressures, where you study can shape your future in unique ways.

2m ago

Things that go bump and moo in the night

Horror stories do not come any scarier than a bull gone loose.

7m ago

How you too can nearly, almost, probably become a Jedi Knight

At its core, 'Star Wars' is a classic tale of underdogs taking on a powerful enemy; it's a story of hope and perseverance, of standing up for what's right even when the odds are against you.

1y ago

Where’s the cake?

It’s party time in the animal kingdom. A turtle just happens to be in charge of making a birthday cake. He’s small and he’s slow but he has a plan. He started early because he knew speed wasn’t his strength.

3y ago

6 steps to get people to trust your e-commerce site

You have a site or Facebook page for your business. You have great products. You also have a good amount of people that know about you. But no one is buying. Where lies the mystery? How do you turn those visitors into buyers?

3y ago

A new hope

Not quite as epic as the Stars Wars movie of the same title, but a new hope it is. Everything ends only to have a new beginning in one form or another. This happens to be my very last issue of Toggle, something my team and I brought to this height in a year and couple of months.

3y ago
May 20, 2015
May 20, 2015

Tofu shop rebirth: 2012 Toyota GT86

The GT86 is the ultimate homage to the amazing AE86 and to an extent the 2000GT. We test drive and find out that the hype does in fact meet reality.

May 13, 2015
May 13, 2015

Urban Escape: 2015 Ford Escape

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover. As such it promises more car-like features and handling but with the added magic of an SUVs ground crushing power. We drive the 2.0 Ecoboost.

May 13, 2015
May 13, 2015

Time to add Greenlight 1:64 cars to your collection

Have you heard of Greenlight? They start with 1:64 scale. What you get is beautifully sculpted cars with rubber wheels and engine detail. Should you get some?

May 12, 2015
May 12, 2015

Autoart Trueno AE86

Most petrolheads want a real AE86. There are only two life-size AE86 Truenos in Bangladesh and we can't import any old cars. So if you want one, this incredibly detailed scale size is your best bet.

May 12, 2015
May 12, 2015

How not to accessorise your car

Style is subjective to location, money and passing of puberty. Cars are an expression of style and individuality.

May 6, 2015
May 6, 2015

Kinsmart's pull-back goodies and a brilliant Subaru

Kinsmart specializes in licensed die-cast pull back cars and occasionally produces gems like this Subaru Imprezza. Here's everything about Kinsmart cars and what to avoid.

May 4, 2015
May 4, 2015

Huawei Honor Holly: Unassuming fighter

The Huawei Honor Holly isn't a name that's easy to throw around. When you look at the specs though, you wouldn't mind throwing those figures around in bragging discussions among friends.

April 22, 2015
April 22, 2015

Sharp suited: 2011 Toyota Vitz RS

The Vitz, also known as Yaris, always did what it was asked but had limitations. It just wasn't cool. It was a toaster with a couple of added features. So what happens when Toyota adds an RS badge?

April 22, 2015
April 22, 2015

8 tips on how to win dirt-track racing with almost any car

The 2015 Bangladesh Rallycross organized by CEMS last week was the second of its kind. Some cars aced it. Others were beached like a whale. Others were sliding off trying to regain control. Here are the 'whys' and 'why nots'.

April 20, 2015
April 20, 2015

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL: High Flying Phablet

Microsoft releases the new Lumia 640XL phablet. It's powerplay is on the new OS update, the extended battery power and the excellent camera. We find out how it all works with the help of mini Batman