The Leapmotor C10 has been updated in China, gaining more range, extra power and an upgraded infotainment system. Chief among the updates is a switch from 400V electricals to a more powerful 800V system. Leapmotor has yet to confirm specifics, but this should bring a significant increase in the car’s maximum charging speed – currently… Continue reading Leapmotor C10: £36k electric SUV gains extra power and range
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“Blunt” SUVs significantly more likely to cause pedestrian deaths – study
Pedestrians hit by SUVs and pick-ups are significantly more likely to be killed than those hit by lower-riding hatchbacks and saloons, according to a new study. Conducted by Imperial College London and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the review compared data from collisions involving SUVs and ‘light trucks’ (pick-ups and small vans)… Continue reading “Blunt” SUVs significantly more likely to cause pedestrian deaths – study
Honda Cars India Domestic Sales Down 22.75% in April 2025
Honda Cars India Ltd.reported total sales of 4,871 units in April 2025. This figure includes 3,360 units sold in the domestic market and 1,511 units exported. For comparison, Honda Cars recorded 4,351 domestic unit sales and 6,516 units exported in April 2024, reflecting a decline in both domestic and export figures this year. The company’s sales… Continue reading Honda Cars India Domestic Sales Down 22.75% in April 2025
Royal Enfield Reports 6% Year-on-Year Growth in April 2025
Royal Enfield recorded total sales of 86,559 motorcycles in April 2025, reflecting a 6% increase compared to 82,043 units sold in April 2024. This includes domestic sales of 76,002 units and exports of 10,557 units. Export volumes rose by 55% year-on-year, while domestic sales remained relatively stable with a 1% increase. Commenting on the monthly… Continue reading Royal Enfield Reports 6% Year-on-Year Growth in April 2025
India Ranks 4th in Global Optimism, Faces Inflation and Emerging Challenges: IPSOS Survey
India retains its position as the fourth most optimistic nation globally, with 62% of its citizens believing the country is moving in the right direction, according to the April 2025 wave of the Ipsos What Worries the World survey. The survey, conducted across 29 countries, reveals that global south nations dominate the top ranks for… Continue reading India Ranks 4th in Global Optimism, Faces Inflation and Emerging Challenges: IPSOS Survey
TVS Motors Tops April E2W Sales; Ola, Bajaj Close Behind in Leadership Battle
In a fiercely competitive month for the electric two-wheeler (E2W) segment, TVS Motors secured the No. 1 position in April 2025, registering 19,736 units—edging past Ola Electric (19,709 units) and Bajaj Auto (19,001 units). These figures are based on Vahan registration data accessed around 3 PM on April 30, 2025. The overall E2W market recorded… Continue reading TVS Motors Tops April E2W Sales; Ola, Bajaj Close Behind in Leadership Battle
Suzuki Motorcycle India Achieves 14% Sales Growth in April
Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. (SMIPL), the Indian subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, kickstarted the financial year 2025-26 with a 14% year-on-year sales growth in April 2025. The company reported total sales of 1,12,948 units for the month, a significant increase from 99,377 units sold in April 2024. Domestic sales contributed 95,214 units, reflecting… Continue reading Suzuki Motorcycle India Achieves 14% Sales Growth in April
M&M Tops April Growth Charts, Races Ahead of Tata Motors and Hyundai
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) seems to be emerging as the clear number two player in India’s competitive automotive market, posting impressive April 2025 sales that outpaced both Tata Motors and Hyundai by a significant margin. The homegrown auto major reported total sales of 84,170 units in April, representing a robust 19% year-on-year growth. More significantly,… Continue reading M&M Tops April Growth Charts, Races Ahead of Tata Motors and Hyundai
M&M Tops April Growth Charts, Races Ahead of Tata Motors and Hyundai
Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) seems to be emerging as the clear number two player in India’s competitive automotive market, posting impressive April 2025 sales that outpaced both Tata Motors and Hyundai by a significant margin. The homegrown auto major reported total sales of 84,170 units in April, representing a robust 19% year-on-year growth. More significantly,… Continue reading M&M Tops April Growth Charts, Races Ahead of Tata Motors and Hyundai
Mahindra Posts Robust Growth Across Auto and Farm Segments in April 2025
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M), one of India’s leading automotive and farm equipment manufacturers, reported strong performance across both its Auto and Farm Equipment sectors for April 2025, registering significant year-on-year growth. Auto Sector Sees 19% Overall Growth The company’s Auto Division clocked total sales of 84,170 vehicles in April 2025, marking a 19% growth… Continue reading Mahindra Posts Robust Growth Across Auto and Farm Segments in April 2025