If the Indian passenger vehicle industry, which has registered wholesales of an estimated 2.42 million units (up 1% YoY) has managed to stay out of negative territory in the first seven months of FY2025, then it’s thanks to the sustained double-digit growth of the utility vehicle segment. At 1.56 million units, the UV segment, which… Continue reading 10 best-selling SUVs in India in April-October 2024
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Royal Enfield Scram 440 unveiled, launch in January 2025
A year and a half back, we broke the news that Royal Enfield was working on a new model called the Scram 440. Internally codenamed D4K, this project is now ready and has been revealed at the 2024 Motoverse festival. Royal Enfield Scram 440 detailsThe biggest talking point is that the engine has now been… Continue reading Royal Enfield Scram 440 unveiled, launch in January 2025
Mahindra XUV400 gets up to Rs 3 lakh discount this month
Mahindra is offering attractive year-end benefits on some of its popular SUVs, such as the Thar RWD, Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic, amounting up to Rs 1 lakh, depending on the variant. The company’s sole electric offering, the XUV400, is also available with discounts of up to Rs 3 lakh. Let’s take a closer look… Continue reading Mahindra XUV400 gets up to Rs 3 lakh discount this month
The upcoming Honda electric scooter gets two removable batteries
The latest teaser for an upcoming electric scooter from Honda shows that it will have two removable batteries. Honda electric scooter detailsWidely referred to online as the Honda Activa Electric, it is becoming more and more clear that this scooter is based on the same platform as the Honda CUV-e electric scooter shown at EICMA… Continue reading The upcoming Honda electric scooter gets two removable batteries
Hyundai Motor India Foundation, IRTE set up traffic engineering centre for Gurugram Police
Hyundai Motor India Foundation, the CSR arm of India’s No. 2 passenger vehicle maker Hyundai Motor India, has joined forces with the IRTE or Institute of Road Traffic Education and Gurugram Police, to transform Gurugram’s traffic management by adopting best practices in global traffic management and engineering. As a result, on November 22, HMIF and… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India Foundation, IRTE set up traffic engineering centre for Gurugram Police
Ather Energy launches ‘Eight70 Warranty’ for electric scooter batteries
Electric two-wheeler manufacturer, Ather Energy introduced the ‘Eight70 Warranty’ for its Ather 450 series and Rizta scooters. The warranty, developed in partnership with Reliance General Insurance, provides long-term battery health assurance, addressing key concerns of EV buyers. The Eight70 Warranty offers coverage for up to eight years or 80,000 kilometres, whichever comes first. It guarantees… Continue reading Ather Energy launches ‘Eight70 Warranty’ for electric scooter batteries
Kia America reveals high-performance 2026 EV9 GT at LA Auto Show
Kia America introduced the high-performance 2026 Kia EV9 GT SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The EV9 GT, equipped with dual electric motors delivering an estimated 501 horsepower, is designed as Kia’s most powerful three-row SUV to date. With a targeted 0-60 mph acceleration time of 4.3 seconds, the EV9 GT emphasises performance while… Continue reading Kia America reveals high-performance 2026 EV9 GT at LA Auto Show
BMW India to increase prices by up to 3% starting January 2025
BMW India has announced a price hike of up to 3% across its entire model range, effective from January 1, 2025. The decision is part of the company’s strategy to address rising costs and maintain premium quality standards. The locally produced range includes the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé, 3 Series Long Wheelbase, 5 Series… Continue reading BMW India to increase prices by up to 3% starting January 2025
ZELIO Ebikes expands into E-Rickshaw market with launch of ‘Tanga’ models at EV India Expo 2024
ZELIO Ebikes, an electric vehicle manufacturer based in Haryana, has entered the e-rickshaw market by showcasing its first two models, branded as Tanga by ZELIO, at the EV India Expo 2024 in New Delhi. The company, which has focused on electric two-wheelers since its founding in 2021, marked its expansion into the shared mobility segment… Continue reading ZELIO Ebikes expands into E-Rickshaw market with launch of ‘Tanga’ models at EV India Expo 2024
Vingroup launches VinRobotics to advance automation and AI solutions
Vingroup has announced the creation of VinRobotics Research, Development, and Application Company with a charter capital of VND 1,000 billion. The new entity aims to improve production efficiency and streamline processes across various industries, services, and everyday applications. VinRobotics has been approved by Vingroup’s Board of Directors, with the group’s ownership structure comprising Vingroup… Continue reading Vingroup launches VinRobotics to advance automation and AI solutions