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  • We're living in the largest energy transition mankind has ever seen. Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the future of our fuels on ThisConnect.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 An Independence thing

    02:17 Does Ethanol make sense

    06:31 Biomass based 'CNG'

    09:30 Electric vehicles

    16:30 Better laws needed

    19:12 Transitions hurt

    24:40 Global warming

    25:35 Hybrids Part I

    26:18 Old vs new solutions

    28:08 Battery recycling

    28:48 Age of innovation

    33:37 Innovation infrastructure

    35:05 Continuity of governance

    40:09 Carbon credits

    41:04 Eggs and baskets

    45:00 Do stuff, make a move

    46:30 Electrics are better

    49:36 Disruption's coming

    50:00 More CNG two-wheelers

    53:11 Nuclear diamond batteries

    54:21 Diesel's done

    55:41 Closing comments

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #Fuel #Petrol #Diesel #Ethanol #CNG #LPG #Electric #Hydrogen

  • When it comes to buying a new vehicle, Shumi and Kartikeya are finding that often people get confused about what's really important, and what is not. On ThisConnect (S02 E13), we're discussing the way to figure out what's a deal breaker, and what's just a niggle.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 How Bad Is It

    02:08 Your Expectation

    07:40 Your Context

    12:20 It Is About Balance

    15:42 Small Things Big Deals

    18:55 Screens And Cars

    21:17 What is Real Value

    29:29 Dealbreakers

    36:23 Does It Meet Your Expectations

    38:34 Essentials

    41:18 You Must Miss Out

    44:04 Your Choices

    46:30 Life's Not Fair

    47:22 Who You Trust

    52:05 Reliability

    56:53 The Next Episode

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #BigProblem #SmallIssue #Niggle #DealBreaker #buyingadvice #buyacar #buyabike

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  • Humans must dream, otherwise life can be colourless. On ThisConnect (Season 02, Episode 12), Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the nature of our dreams and aspirations, and how we can move steadily towards them.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Premium Car/Bike Dreams

    01:28 Family & Automotive Dreams

    06:39 Growing Up Changes Things

    09:27 What Do You Dream About

    11:31 Are Dreams Expensive

    14:35 Joy of Using vs Owning

    20:43 Premium Can Be Worse

    23:45 Mistakes Are Okay

    26:25 Emotion vs Reason

    28:48 Skills vs Performance

    34:00 The Status Thing

    36:30 Premium, For Journalists

    38:00 Do Your Thing

    40:00 To Do List

    43:30 Envy Isn't Important

    44:25 Start. Just Start

    45:25 Do You Thing Part II

    47:26 Kartikeya's Dreams

    48:41 Shumi's Dreams

    51:12 The Next Episode

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    #MotorInc #podcast #Thisconnect #Dreams #Aspiration #Inspiration #think #Dream #Pursue #Life #lifelessons #motivation

  • Things aren't always going to go your way. Kartikeya and Shumi discuss how to deal with emergencies and accidents on ThisConnect.
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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.
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    CHAPTERS
    00:00:00 What's An Emergency
    00:02:05 Your First Reactions
    00:04:53 Worst Case Scenario
    00:08:46 Plan For Adversity
    00:12:15 Take Your Time
    00:16:25 Worrying vs Solving
    00:19:15 Preparation Matters
    00:23:40 Police & Crowds
    00:31:57 Is It An Emergency?
    00:35:33 Material, People & Time
    00:38:55 Time
    00:43:57 Tell Your Family
    00:51:50 Parents & Friends
    00:55:35 Focus on People
    00:57:46 Easy vs Hard
    00:59:55 Earn Trust
    01:00:55 What Can You Control
    01:02:35 Dashcams
    01:04:38 Intuition Works
    01:08:40 Summary
    01:09:33 Closing Comments
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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #Emergencies #Advice #FirstAid

  • Halfway through Season 02, we took your advice for episode 10. Shumi and Kartikeya discuss your advice, tips and tricks for your life with cars and motorcycles. And if we're honest, there are awesome ideas in there – thank you!

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00:00 Such Good Advice

    00:00:50 Lessons For Life

    00:03:34 Third Party Mechanics

    00:08:53 Be Alive vs Be Right

    00:14:44 Justify Your Views

    00:20:18 Don't Drive Like an Uncle

    00:26:37 Ride For Enjoyment

    00:30:55 Start Slow To Get Fast

    00:37:36 Dealing With Impulses

    00:44:58 Look Out For Friends

    00:47:20 Always Wear A Helmet

    00:49:55 What's Your Limit

    00:51:11 Predicting Traffic

    00:55:07 Look Farther

    00:56:00 Long Distance Runners

    00:58:48 Teach Your Children

    01:00:20 Take a Deep Breathe

    01:03:38 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #Advice #tips #tipsandtricks

  • How do you know whether you actually drive or ride well or not? Kartikeya and Shumi break it down – symptoms, things to learn and practice and more – on episode 09 of season 02 of our podcast, ThisConnect.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    Chapters

    00:00:00 How Do You Know?

    00:02:39 Get Comfortable

    00:03:48 Signs of Progress

    00:09:18 What Could You Do?

    00:13.15 Read the Signs

    00:14:30 Get Familiar First

    00:18:36 Adjust Your Vehicles

    00:19:28 Learn Your Brakes

    00:23:25 Practice Makes Perfect

    00:26:38 You Will Get Used To It

    00:32:08 U-Turns & Tight Spaces

    00:37:30 Time, Distance & Anticipation

    00:39:00 What Do You Remember

    00:40:45 Patience & Good Driving

    00:42:26 Signs of Bad Driving/Riding

    00:44:20 Situational Awareness

    00:49:15 Look Farther Ahead

    00:52:29 Make Time For Yourself

    00:55:00 Drive & Ride More

    00:55:51 Passengers & Pillions

    00:59:38 Can You Go Fast At All

    01:03:50 Music May Not Help

    01:06:14 Schools & Instruction

    01:07:16 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #podcast #NowPlaying #Apple #YouTube #Google #Spotify #Amazon #DriveBetter #DriveSafer #RideBetter #RideSafer #Safety #Skills

  • Travelling with the family is awesome. Road trips are even better when done right! On episode 8 of ThisConnect season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing how to go about this... leave us your best advice in the comments too!

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Where Should We Start?

    01:15 Solo travel

    02:32 Road Trip vs Getting There

    05:05 Make a Good Plan

    09:55 Cold vs The Heat

    11:55 Be Flexible With Plans

    16:24 Vehicle Prep

    22:44 Pack Light

    26:55 Pack Well

    30:22 Packing for Bikes

    33:53 Load the Car Early

    36:25 A Knack For Snacks

    38:00 Passengers' Rule

    40:58 Travelling in Groups

    47:55 Leave Home!

    52:28 Slow Things Down

    54:07 Share Your Plan

    55:03 Emergencies

    56:21 Your Advice!

    56:40 The Next Episode

    57:40 Cars vs Bikes

    59:44 Closing Comments

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    ~#MotorInc #ThisConnect Motor Inc #podcast #travel #touring #roadtrip #familytime #travelwithkids #ontheroad

  • What would be the right time to upgrade from your current bike or car? What indications can you rely on to tell you that your pride and joy is great but your wants and needs have moved forward? Kartikeya and Shumi discuss on our podcast, ThisConnect.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00:00 Hoarders vs Upgraders

    00:01:30 Are You Bored

    00:03:30 What Are Your Preferences

    00:05:15 Versatile vs Specialised

    00:11:30 It is Emotional

    00:16:50 Is Age A Factor

    00:19:35 Reliability Factor

    00:21:56 Things To Worry About

    00:23:03 Try Something New

    00:29:00 The Use Case

    00:34:28 Lifestyle Vehicles

    00:40:49 Set Your Expectations

    00:42:44 Test Rides and Drives

    00:47:51 Use Case vs Engineering

    00:51:57 Don't Lie To Yourself

    00:53:28 Electrics & Diesels

    00:56:40 Electric Two-Wheelers

    00:58:30 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #Podcast #ThisConnect #BuyBike #Buyingabike #motorcycle #scooter #advice #buyingadvice #fomo #Buyacar #Upgrade

  • On the sixth episode of ThisConnect Season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the easy and accurate approach to buying your first ever bike, motorcycle or scooter. There's a lot less to worry about than you think!

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Love Is Blind

    01:31 Not Enough Choice

    03:56 Too Much Choice

    04:16 Buy By Yourself

    06:33 Design & Appeal

    08:33 Start Anywhere

    13:20 Great Starter Bikes

    15:20 Make a Plan

    16:53 Convince Your Parents

    18:39 Scooters vs Motorcycles

    21:23 On Your Own

    24:47 Budgets & Mistakes

    26:06 Obvious Red Flags

    30:10 What Kind Of Bike

    31:33 Double The Power

    35:17 Not a Great Challenge

    36:40 Scooters Are Awesome

    38:00 Commuters Are Awesome

    41:00 Steps Are Important

    46:11 Look For Confidence

    49:04 Expect To Crash

    50:15 Reduce Distractions

    52:04 Bikes Are Complex

    52:52 Starter Riding Gear

    54:35 Crash Guards

    56:02 Be Consumed

    56:50 Ride More

    57:30 Your Advice

    57:44 Electrics?

    58:25 Buy Used?

    59:16 Your Experience

    59:52 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #Podcast #ThisConnect #BuyBike #Buyingabike #motorcycle #scooter #advice #buyingadvice #fomo

  • Crash test ratings are a contentious conversation because of the amount of marketing that the star ratings have amounted to. On ThisConnect Season 02 Episode 05, Kartikeya and Shumi break down what they actually mean and how to accurately interpret crash test ratings in term of accidents in the real world.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00:00 Crash Tests & Safety

    00:01:11 What's A Crash Test

    00:03:00 Lab Test vs The Real World

    00:05:00 Accidents vs Crash Tests

    00:06:58 Optional Crash Test Ratings

    00:10:38 Too Pro Manufacturer?

    00:13:26 Are Cars Really Safe?

    00:15:14 Ratings Aren't Comprehensive

    00:18:49 The Injury Scale

    00:22:59 Not User-friendly!

    00:24:05 Child Seats Required

    00:28:26 You Cause The Crash Part 1

    00:32:00 Protect Yourself

    00:33:18 Drive Better

    00:36:27 Avoid Crashes!

    00:37:45 Better Cars Look Worse

    00:39:35 Do You Drive Well Enough?

    00:41:26 Causing Harm

    00:42.54 Really Understand Crash Ratings

    00:45:21 Active Safety Matters More

    00:46:20 How Safety Progresses

    00:52:04 Older Cars and Safety

    00:53:29 Do the Hard Thing

    00:54:05 Choose To Be Safer

    00:55:52 Your Mistake or Theirs?

    00:58:30 Not Crashing Is Better!

    01:00:33 The Next Episode

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    #MotorInc Motor Inc #ThisConnect #Podcast #Season02 #Crash #Crashtest #Crashtesting #Crashtestratings #Safety #Accident #Accidents

  • On ThisConnect, MotorInc's podcast, Shumi and Kartikeya are talking about motorcycling as a culture and a lifestyle. And whether it's in a state that will ultimately lead to trouble for all of us that love being on two wheels.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. You can check out Season 01 on our channel if you haven't. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest ranging from trends, important things we need to think about, or just celebrate the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00:00 Culture

    00:02:30 Motorcycle Festivals

    00:04:45 The Online Influence

    00:07:00 Cultural Genres

    00:09:15 The Early Influences

    00:13:23 Consequences Incoming

    00:15:10 Responsible Motorcycling

    00:17:12 Courtesy & Patience I

    00:19:05 Represent!

    00:19:56 What We're Learning

    00:21:44 Motorcyclists vs Bikers

    00:23:01 The Bad Boy Streak

    00:24:45 Courtesy & Patience II

    00:26:53 Motorcyclists Are Vulnerable

    00:27:42 Guided Behaviour

    00:28:37 Say Hello

    00:29:13 Be Quiet

    00:30:23 Sportsbike Riders

    00:34:57 Experience vs Ownership

    00:36:09 Invest In Your Passion

    00:37:50 Off-road Challenges

    00:39:01 Be Considerate

    00:43:25 Traffic & Patience

    00:46:47 Ride Solo vs Groups

    00:48:30 Crashes & First Aid

    00:52:18 Bad vs Good Behaviour

    00:55:05 Motorcyclist as Aspiration

    00:56:37 Actively Humanise

    00:58:32 Communicate!

    01:00:55 Be Human

    01:01:22 Be Welcome

    01:02:58 Earn Respect

    01:03:10 Welcome New Riders

    01:04:56 The Next Episode

    01:05:32 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #PodCast #Motorcycles #Motorcycling #Biker #Bike #Culture #LiveAccident

  • On the third episode of ThisConnect Season 02, Kartikeya and Shumi are discussing the easy and accurate approach to buying your first ever car. There's a lot less to worry about than you think!

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. You can check out Season 01 on our channel if you haven't. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest ranging from trends, important things we need to think about, or just celebrate the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00:00 Nervous?

    00:01:44 Worry Doesn't Work

    00:03:13 How Expensive Should It Be?

    00:08:58 First Car-Friendly Brands

    00:10:38 Petrol, Diesel or Electric?

    00:15:30 How You Decide?

    00:17:13 Trustworthy Opinions

    00:23:49 Good Car Essentials: Engines

    00:28:06 Good Car Essentials: Suspension

    00:33:30 Good Car Essentials: Dependability

    00:34:40 The Features Minefield

    00:45:26 The Car Safety Conversation

    00:52:44 Resale Value

    00:54:10 Warranties & Service Packages

    00:55:50 Used Car As your First Car?

    00:57:57 Our First Cars

    01:00:08 Versatility

    01:01:15 The Middle Variants

    01:04:03 Don't Worry So Much

    01:06:09 The Next Episode

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #Podcast #Season02 #FirstCar #NewCar #DontWorry #HowTo #BuyCar #buyingacar

  • The Japanese dominated the world in quality and products in the 1970s and 1980s. But lately, their products lag behind the norm in India and they don't appear to have a strategy that works towards the changing needs of Indian car and motorcycle buyers. On ThisConnect season 2, episode two, Kartikeya and Shumi are talking about how this incredible country and culture lost its way. And what's the solution.

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    ThisConnect is our podcast. You can check out Season 01 on our channel if you haven't. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest ranging from trends, important things we need to think about, or just celebrate the automotive lifestyle.

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    CHAPTERS

    00:00 Rising Sun?

    02:40 Going Gets Tough

    04:05 What Japan is Like

    09:18 Can't Drive In Japan

    10:16 Process Orientation

    12:15 Do We Need Japanese CEOs?

    16:23 Broken Systems Persist

    18:12 Breaking Expectations

    20:15 Changed Expectations

    21:32 Japan Can't Manage Change

    25:32 Respect Is a Two-Way Street

    28:24 Japan's Money Problem

    30:30 Not Cutting Edge Any More

    31:39 India vs Japan

    33:32 Strange Decisions

    35:30 Is Japan Just Old?

    37:07 Generation Gap

    40:05 The Experience Problem

    43:20 Lack of Innovation

    46:00 Japan Knows Better?

    47:20 How Change Will Happen

    49:40 Are These Strong Brands?

    52:35 Can Japan Innovate?

    54:10 The Next Episode

    55:47 Closing Comments

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    #MotorInc #ThisConnect #Podcast Motor Inc #Japan #Japanese #WhatsWrongWithJapan #JapanProblem

  • On the opening episode of ThisConnect Season 02 – our podcast – Kartikeya and Shumi are talking about what they promised in Season 01: the correct way to break in, bed in, or run in, if you prefer, you new car, motorcycle or scooter. It's simpler than you think, and you're worrying a bit too much, maybe?~Join our YouTube channel as a member for exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO-uVs959_GUzzUx4ctwMMQ/join~ThisConnect is our podcast. You can check out Season 01 on our channel if you haven't. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest ranging from trends, important things we need to think about, or just celebrate the automotive lifestyle.~CHAPTERS00:00 Season 02 Opens01:05 What Is Breaking In03:48 Things Have Changed07:05 The First 200km09:21 Good Engineering Everywhere13:45 The Early Oil Change15:34 Shumi's Experiences17:27 Kartikeya's Ritual20:35 Emotion vs Reason24:00 Traffic Is Your Friend25:20 Is Racing Different26:44 Brakes and Tyres30:45 Small Details Matter34:44 Autonomy Will End Bikes37:44 Pre-Delivery Inspection38:52 How To Run It In43:45 New Vehicles Smell45:30 Can't Be Too Careful46:56 How To Run It In Continued48:58 Closing Comments~Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos: YouTube.com/@motorincWe’re offering our podcast, ThisConnect, on YouTube, Anchor/Spotify, Apple, Amazon and Google.Audio Podcasts are available at:Amazon: https://www.bit.ly/amazon_tcApple: https://www.bit.ly/apple_tcSpotify: https://www.bit.ly/spotify_tcAnchor.fm: https://www.anchor.fm/thisconnectGoogle: https://www.bit.ly/ggle_tcJioSaavn: https://www.bit.ly/saavn_tcRSS (via Anchor): https://anchor.fm/s/cdfc9888/podcast/rss~Motor Inc social media channels:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themotorincTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/themotorincInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/MotorInc.official ~Website:https://www.motorinc.com~#MotorInc #ThisConnect #Podcast #Season02 #RunningIn #BreakingIn #NewCar #NewMotorcycle #NewScooter #firstthingsfirst