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Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh Lead Vehicle Sales in Q1 FY26

Vehicle sales in India crossed 60 lakh units in the first quarter of 2025-26, with Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh accounting for the largest state-wise volumes, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). One of the largest states in India, Maharashtra, commanded the car and truck segment, while Uttar Pradesh, the largest state, led… Continue reading Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh Lead Vehicle Sales in Q1 FY26

New Tesla Model Y Performance revealed with More Power, Sportier Upgrades

Tesla has revealed first set of pictures and details of the new Model Y Performance, which will go on sale overseas in the coming months. The new for 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance variant brings a host of upgrades over the standard Model Y (on sale in India currently), including changes to the powertrain, suspension,… Continue reading New Tesla Model Y Performance revealed with More Power, Sportier Upgrades

CG Semi Unveils Hi-Tech Chip Assembly Plant In Sanand

CG Semi, a subsidiary of Murugappa Group company CG Power and Industrial Solutions, has announced the launch of its first Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in Sanand, Gujarat. The facility will cater to a number of sectors with the automotive industry being a prime user, along with IoT, industrial, infrastructure and 5G technology. … Continue reading CG Semi Unveils Hi-Tech Chip Assembly Plant In Sanand

CG Semi Unveils Hi-Tech Chip Assembly Plant In Sanand

SUVs won the battle, but hatchbacks can still do it all

It was at once an unsatisfying and actually a very satisfying verdict for a group test. When I put the revised Volkswagen Golf against a pair of rivals in the Toyota Corolla and Peugeot 308 last August, the overarching conclusion was that all three were thoroughly recommendable. There were a bunch of alternatives that I didn’t… Continue reading SUVs won the battle, but hatchbacks can still do it all

Astonishing Yangwang U9 Track edition hits 292mph to become world’s fastest EV

Its ‘DiSus-X’ chassis is also unusual in the supercar class because it’s a fully active system. In this set-up each wheel is truly independent, and uses hydraulics to control the car’s pitch and roll, and does so without the need for any anti-roll bars. This is a similar technology to Porsche’s Active Body Control, and… Continue reading Astonishing Yangwang U9 Track edition hits 292mph to become world’s fastest EV

Car Deal of the Day: Practical Honda Jazz at under £200 a month strikes the right note

Frugal hybrid powertrain Huge interior space; Magic Seats Just £195.34 a month Few superminis are as rational as the Honda Jazz. The little Japanese car is about as sensible as they come, thanks to its hybrid powertrain, spacious interior and high equipment levels. This blend of wholesome characteristics rarely comes cheap. But, judging by the Auto… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Practical Honda Jazz at under £200 a month strikes the right note

VW Golf R to up its game again: could hot new special edition top 400bhp?

Looking at the prototype, there are a few tell-tale modifications that could suggest big power gains are part of the plan. The bonnet features a new pair of vents at their outer edges, suggesting that VW have needed to make changes in order to regulate hot engine bay temperatures. This speculation is backed up by… Continue reading VW Golf R to up its game again: could hot new special edition top 400bhp?

Watch out Ford! New Hyundai concept car provides glimpse of Puma Gen-E rival

Hyundai used the caption “steel can evolve into something unexpected” when sharing the images on social media. It’s a subtle reference to the new ‘Art of Steel’ design language that so far Hyundai has only used for last year’s Initium concept and the new, hydrogen-powered Nexo. New Hyundai Ioniq 2 coming in 2026 Hyundai’s concept… Continue reading Watch out Ford! New Hyundai concept car provides glimpse of Puma Gen-E rival

DVLA classic car rules are outdated, a recipe for disaster, and I think I’ve broken them

So, the rules on what classic-car restorers need to declare to the DVLA are changing. It sounds like a win for those considering the revamp of a rusty Rover, or an overhaul of a moss-covered Mini, but like so many of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency’s suspect and loosely imposed policies, the implications for… Continue reading DVLA classic car rules are outdated, a recipe for disaster, and I think I’ve broken them