Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to cut down fuel consumption amid rising global oil prices, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis chose a different mode of transport for his official commute on Thursday. Instead of using his regular official convoy, Fadnavis arrived at the Vidhan Bhavan riding a Royal Enfield Classic 350 motorcycle.Pictures shared by…
The India-made Toyota Starlet, which is essentially the South African version of the Toyota Glanza, has received a zero-star safety rating in the latest Global NCAP crash tests under the Safer Cars for Africa programme. While the hatchback managed to secure three stars for child occupant protection, its adult occupant safety performance was shocking.Global NCAP…
What started as a discounted supercar purchase soon turned into a legal battle involving allegations of forgery, tax loss and an FIR, before the Karnataka High Court stepped in and questioned the conduct of an RTO officer during the seizure of the vehicle.According to court proceedings reported by Economic Times, Bengaluru resident Rama had purchased…
VinFast has announced a major restructuring exercise involving its manufacturing business in Vietnam in a deal valued at around USD 530 million (approximately VND 13.3 trillion). The move is aimed at improving capital efficiency, reducing debt burden and helping the EV maker move faster towards profitability.As part of the restructuring, VinFast will separate its manufacturing…
Kia India has introduced a new Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) finance programme for the Kia Carens Clavis EV. With this move, the carmaker aims to lower the upfront cost of buying an EV by separating the battery and vehicle financing into two different loans.Under the new BaaS setup, buyers can purchase the Carens Clavis EV with ownership…
A recent RTI response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revealed more details about how Bharat NCAP carries out crash tests and safety ratings in India. The RTI was filed in March 2026. It sought information about retests, crash test modifiers and how vehicles are selected for Bharat NCAP evaluations, a post…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ordered a major reduction in the size of his official convoy while also pushing for greater use of electric vehicles as part of a broader austerity and fuel-saving initiative, PTI reported. The Prime Minister’s convoy strength was reduced by nearly 50 per cent during his recent visits to Gujarat and…
Maruti Suzuki India has crossed a major milestone by dispatching over three million vehicles through railways in India. While the achievement may not be directly related to sales or new launches, it highlights how the company is increasingly relying on rail transport for moving cars across the country. Over the years, Maruti Suzuki has steadily…
Kia India recently launched the new second-generation Kia Seltos in the Indian market, bringing major updates in terms of design, features and underpinnings. However, despite the SUV being a relatively fresh launch, the model has once again been spotted undergoing road tests, hinting at the possibility of a new powertrain option under development. The latest-generation…
Popular singer Jubin Nautiyal has added a pre-owned BMW i7 to his garage. A video of the car delivery was shared on the social media handles of Big Boy Toyz.The luxury electric sedan was delivered by Big Boy Toyz, which is known for dealing in pre-owned premium vehicles. He was later seen taking the BMW…
Tata Motors has just launched the new Tata Altroz CNG with AMT gearbox in the Indian market. With this update, the Altroz becomes the only hatchback in its segment to offer an AMT gearbox paired with a CNG powertrain. Interested customers can book the Altroz CNG AMT online or at their nearest dealership. Deliveries are…
Skoda Auto India has just launched the new 2026 Skoda Kodiaq SUV in the Indian market. The 2026 model features revisions aimed at enhancing the ownership experience, and Skoda has also significantly revised the Kodiaq’s pricing structure. Interested customers can book the new Kodiaq online or by visiting their nearest Skoda dealership. Deliveries are expected…
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India today launched the new and updated Honda NX500 with E-clutch technology. The bike is now priced at Rs 7.44 lakh (ex-showroom), interested customers can book the bike by visiting their nearest Honda BigWing dealerships across the country. Other than the latest update, the motorcycle remains unchanged. It continues with the…
Skoda Auto India has finally launched the 2026 Skoda Kodiaq SUV in the Indian market, priced from Rs 36.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The overall design and mechanical setup remain unchanged, while the feature revisions aim to enhance the ownership experience. Skoda has also significantly revised the Kodiaq’s pricing structure. The entry-level Lounge trim is now more…
This article is authored by Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati India.Under operation “Shakti”, India successfully tested five nuclear weapons at Pokhran on May 11th, 1998, marking the second time the country undertook successful testing since 1974. The test’s success was a proud moment for India’s scientists, engineers, and technicians. Since then, May 11th has been celebrated…
Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, has inaugurated Delhi’s first barrier-less toll plaza on the Urban Extension Road-II corridor. Located at Mundka-Bakkarwala, the new setup becomes the second barrier-less toll system in the country after Gujarat and marks a major shift in the way toll collection is carried out on Indian highways….
Italian supercar manufacturer Lamborghini has unveiled the all-new Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster, an ultra-exclusive open-top hypercar limited to just 15 units globally. The carmaker says that this is the brand’s most powerful production roadster yet. The Fenomeno Roadster combines a naturally aspirated V12 engine with hybrid technology to deliver a staggering 1,065 hp. Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster:…
Italian performance motorcycle maker Ducati has launched the ultra-exclusive Ducati Panigale V4 Lamborghini in India at an eye-watering price of Rs 1 crore, ex-showroom. The limited-edition superbike is inspired by the Lamborghini Revuelto and comes as the latest collaboration between the two Italian brands. Ducati has confirmed that all units allocated for India have already…
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has announced plans to set up a new vehicle manufacturing facility in India. The upcoming plant will be located at the Bidkin Industrial Area in Maharashtra and is expected to begin operations in the first half of 2029.The new facility will have an annual production capacity of 100,000 vehicles and is expected…
This article is authored by Amit Jain, CTO, Uno Minda.India’s automotive sector is entering a new technology era. From connected mobility and intelligent electronics to advanced safety systems and electrification, the pace of transformation is accelerating rapidly. But the next phase of progress will not be defined solely by how advanced these technologies become but…
