The all-electric Surge 32 by Hero MotoCorp is slated to enter series production within a year. This unique vehicle, which combines a two-wheeler and a three-wheeler, can now be registered under a newly created L2/L5 category. Sources say Hero MotoCorp foresees a modest potential of 10,000 units per annum, and the model may be ready… Continue reading Hero MotoCorp to start production of Surge S32 EV within a year
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New Mercedes CLA gets 1.5-litre petrol with diesel-level efficiency
The new Mercedes-Benz CLA will be revealed in the coming months with the choice of two battery-electric powertrains or an all-new petrol engine that promises diesel levels of efficiency. The first car on Mercedes‘s new MMA platform has been engineered as an EV first, with heavy technical and design influence from the record-breaking EQXX concept,… Continue reading New Mercedes CLA gets 1.5-litre petrol with diesel-level efficiency
Mahindra Thar tops 200,000 sales, new Thar Roxx accelerates demand
The Mahindra Thar SUV, launched on October 2, 2020 has driven past the 200,000-unit sales milestone in the Indian market. As per the latest SIAM industry wholesales data as well as company monthly sales statistics, the three-door Thar, which has recently been joined by the five-door Thar Roxx sibling, has clocked total sales of 207,110 units… Continue reading Mahindra Thar tops 200,000 sales, new Thar Roxx accelerates demand
1950s British cars’ export prospects as seen by a foreigner
“If you chance upon a new Austin with foreign numberplates, it isn’t really chance at all. For since the war tens of thousands of Austins have gone abroad. Why so? Two reasons mainly. “First, because Austins are very properly known as the dependable cars. Second, because there’s something young and very lively about them.” Those… Continue reading 1950s British cars’ export prospects as seen by a foreigner
Meet the world’s most hardcore off-road bus
Travelling by bus can be a mixed bag. You’ll either glide quickly to your stop, or you’ll be stuck next to someone unfamiliar with deodorant. You’re also trapped on normal, Tarmac-clad roads. But what if there was a bus that could take you up a volcano without breaking a sweat? Meet the Torsus Praetorian and… Continue reading Meet the world’s most hardcore off-road bus
Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid waiting period decreases to eight months
The Toyota Innova Hycross has been a popular choice not just for private buyers but also for fleet owners. According to the latest update, customers booking the Innova Hycross petrol can get their vehicle in around six months, while the more sought-after petrol-hybrid variants can be delivered in around eight months. While these waiting periods… Continue reading Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid waiting period decreases to eight months
Honda electric scooter to share motor with the CUV e: for Indian market
Honda India is drip-feeding us with teasers of its upcoming electric scooter for India and the latest one reveals a significant mechanical detail. Honda electric scooter: another teaser The second teaser shows us the motor of the upcoming Honda electric scooter clearly. And this is the same motor as the CUV e: that was shown… Continue reading Honda electric scooter to share motor with the CUV e: for Indian market
Sterling Tools Q2 consolidated revenue surges 35% to Rs 286 cr; EV division leads growth
Automotive fastener manufacturer, Sterling Tools Ltd, posted a consolidated profit after tax of Rs 17.5 crore in Q2FY25, marking a 40% increase from Rs 12.5 crore in the same quarter last year. The company’s consolidated revenue grew by 35.2% year-on-year to reach Rs 285.9 crore. Sterling attributed this robust growth to the growth of its… Continue reading Sterling Tools Q2 consolidated revenue surges 35% to Rs 286 cr; EV division leads growth
JSW MG Motor India delivers 101 MG Windsor in Chennai
JSW MG Motor India announced the delivery of 101 units of the MG Windsor, described as India’s first intelligent crossover utility vehicle (CUV), in Chennai. The vehicles were delivered through MG FPL Chennai. The MG Windsor achieved notable sales in October 2024, with 3,116 units sold, accounting for approximately 30% of total passenger electric car… Continue reading JSW MG Motor India delivers 101 MG Windsor in Chennai
Maruti Suzuki revs up new Dzire’s desirability quotient
Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has introduced the fourth-generation Dzire with introductory prices ranging from Rs 6.79 lakh to Rs 10.14 lakh, ex-showroom. While prices have increased to the tune of Rs 80,000 compared to the outgoing model, the company has enhanced the desirability quotient of the new Dzire by packing in more premium features and… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki revs up new Dzire’s desirability quotient