Xiaomi Corporation announced Thursday the launch of its first sport utility vehicle, the YU7, marking the company’s second entry into the electric vehicle market following the successful debut of its SU7 sedan. The electric SUV launches with three configurations priced between RMB 253,500 and RMB 329,900. The base Standard model offers rear-wheel drive with 835… Continue reading Xiaomi Enters Electric SUV Market with YU7 Launch
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Skoda and Volkswagen Expected to Introduce Hybrid Models in India by 2028
Skoda and Volkswagen join the list of carmakers in India that are planning to launch hybrid cars in the country. The European brands are working on strong hybrid midsize SUVs and sedans that are likely to launch by 2028. Skoda-Volkswagen hybrid cars to be based on IMP21 platform CMP designed to support ICE, strong hybrid… Continue reading Skoda and Volkswagen Expected to Introduce Hybrid Models in India by 2028
Hyundai to Equip Next-Gen Creta with Hybrid Powertrain Option
We’ve reported that work has begun on the third-gen Hyundai Creta (codenamed SX3), and we can now confirm that the midsize SUV will also get a hybrid powertrain option in 2027. This means that the new Creta will have as many as four engine options – two petrols, one diesel and a petrol-hybrid. New Hyundai… Continue reading Hyundai to Equip Next-Gen Creta with Hybrid Powertrain Option
Xiaomi EV Launches Track Package and Nürburgring Limited Edition for SU7 Ultra
Xiaomi EV has officially launched its flagship electric sedan, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra, along with two performance-oriented variants: the “Track Package” and the “Nürburgring Limited Edition.” Deliveries have begun across Mainland China. The standard Xiaomi SU7 Ultra is priced at RMB 529,900. Buyers can add the Track Package for RMB 100,000, taking the total to… Continue reading Xiaomi EV Launches Track Package and Nürburgring Limited Edition for SU7 Ultra
India Weighs Easing Fuel Efficiency Norms for Small Cars Following Maruti Suzuki Push: Reuters
India is considering relaxing fuel efficiency norms for small cars weighing under 1,000 kg, following a push by Maruti Suzuki, whose small car sales have fallen sharply amid growing SUV demand, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Small cars like the Alto and Wagon R—key to Maruti’s dominance in the Indian market—have seen their… Continue reading India Weighs Easing Fuel Efficiency Norms for Small Cars Following Maruti Suzuki Push: Reuters
IONAGE Integrates HPCL EV Charger Network into Its Platform
IONAGE, a digital platform for electric vehicle (EV) charging services in India, has announced the integration of over 5,000 chargers from Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) into its system. The partnership is expected to expand the reach and accessibility of public EV charging across the country. Vimal Kumar, CEO of IONAGE Technologies, said that the… Continue reading IONAGE Integrates HPCL EV Charger Network into Its Platform
Mercedes-AMG Unveils CONCEPT AMG GT XX, Showcasing Future of High-Performance Electric Mobility
With over 1,360 hp, axial flux motors, and ultra-fast charging, the four-door electric coupé embodies AMG’s next-gen performance vision, fusing motorsport-inspired technology with innovative design and sustainability advancements. Mercedes-AMG has introduced the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, a technology demonstrator that previews a future four-door high-performance electric sports car built on the AMG.EA architecture. Equipped with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Unveils CONCEPT AMG GT XX, Showcasing Future of High-Performance Electric Mobility
India’s Consumer Confidence Rises 2.9 Points in June 2025
India’s consumer confidence increased by 2.9 percentage points in June 2025, reaching a national index score of 59.0, according to the LSEG-Ipsos Primary Consumer Sentiment Index. The improvement occurred across all four measurement categories, with employment confidence showing the strongest gains. The employment confidence sub-index surged 6.5 percentage points, while economic expectations rose 4.2 percentage… Continue reading India’s Consumer Confidence Rises 2.9 Points in June 2025
Vedanta Aluminium to Hire 15 Transgender Employees in 2026
Vedanta Aluminium announced plans to hire 15 transgender employees in 2026, bringing the total transgender workforce to 44 across its operations in Jharsuguda, Odisha and Korba, Chhattisgarh. The announcement was made during Pride Month celebrations as part of the company’s expanded LGBTQI+ hiring initiative. The aluminium producer has implemented comprehensive policies to support transgender employees,… Continue reading Vedanta Aluminium to Hire 15 Transgender Employees in 2026
Connected Mobility: Redefining the Two-Wheeler Ride
The two-wheeler industry is going through a profound digital revolution. Once limited to a standard odometer, today’s two-wheelers feature instrument clusters with intelligent, connected interfaces that enhance rider engagement, convenience, and safety. This shift—driven by modern operating systems and IoT technologies—parallels the digital reinvention once seen in the four-wheeler market. India, the world’s largest two-wheeler… Continue reading Connected Mobility: Redefining the Two-Wheeler Ride