TEST DRIVE

TEST DRIVE

Shift / The twin cam dreams

Toyota Corolla is a popular name known for guaranteed comfort, fuel economy and an overall hassle-free experience for years of ownership.

1y ago

Shift / Glanza V: the hot hatch from the late 90s

This particular Glanza V, owned by local car enthusiast Momtahin Hassan Ingit, was restored from the ground up. The sporty design with the side skirts, trunk spoiler and hood scoop makes it as evergreen as it can get.

1y ago

Shift / Meet the locally modded Toyota Altezza

This Altezza, owned by local car enthusiast Ishan Gausul, is a 1999 model that began its life as an RS200, and in 2017, it was the only dual-tone Altezza in Bangladesh.

1y ago

Shift / Jeeps in the wilderness

Most people in Bangladesh refer to “Jeep” as SUVs or even Crossovers, what they don’t know is that Jeep is an American automobile manufacturer that introduced SUVs to the world.

1y ago

Cover Story / Meet the resto-modded Toyota Corolla AE9X

On and on, this resto-modded Toyota Corolla AE9X is a beautiful car. Even though it just misses out on a few rare features, it is still the most loaded AE9X in Bangladesh.

1y ago

Cover Story / 2023 Honda BR-V: Simple gets the job done

Last week, we had the pleasure to test drive the latest Honda 2023 BR-V. Here are our thoughts.

2y ago

Shift / Hako-Rolla

Minty and restored examples are hardly around or spotted in broad daylight. In this feature we look at a resto-modded Toyota Corolla KE70.

2y ago

Shift / A weekend with the GR Yaris

If you’re not already familiar with Toyota’s semi latest concoction, the GR Yaris, a quick Google search will immediately fill you in about its importance in the world of cars.

2y ago

Light, lively, litttle coupe: 2016 BMW 218i Sport Line

We test the latest BMW compact to hit the market: the 218i coupe. We reviewed the convertible 218 a few weeks ago and liked it, how does the hardtop compare?

8y ago

TOPLESS EFFICIENCY

With the demise of the 1 series which never witnessed the traffic of Bangladesh, BMW trickled the DNA down to a new member in the family: the 2 series. We test the convertible variant.

8y ago

Efficiency and soul defined: 2016 BMW 318i M-package

The latest BMW 3 series comes with a cracking three cylinder turbo engine. Is it as fun to drive as it is efficient?

8y ago

Boardroom suaveness

Strictly in a Bangladeshi context, the eat-your-greens Lexus GS300H is a car you would buy if you were a successful business man and have your chauffer drive you about. What makes me come to that conclusion? Read on.

8y ago

Angry AMG brawler: 2014 Mercedes Benz CLA45 AMG

We get our hands on the baby Merc - and its the AMG. In fact, the cheapest AMG you can buy. What's it like?

9y ago

THE BEST 7 SERIES EVER MADE?

A car that you can park remotely. BMW just launched the new 7 Series in Singapore where Shift went for a test drive and review the 3.0 740Li

9y ago

TO INFINITI AND BEYOND

We look at the Infiniti Q50, a luxury sedan produced by Nissan's luxury arm in Europe and North America. Its loaded with kit and looks brilliant, but is it worth the steep price?

9y ago

2010 Toyota iQ: Chic urban mobility

The iQ - funky micro-car with clever packaging and interior treatment. Is it good for Dhaka's overcrowded streets?

9y ago

Spacious compact : 2015 Nissan Almera

The Almera is the new Sunny is the new Almera. Massive interior space is it's key selling point.

9y ago

German Klasse: 2013 Mercedes Benz C250 coupe

We test the Mercedes C250 coupe. Can it match the good looks in the way it performs on Dhaka roads?

9y ago