Car News: Latest Automotive Updates & Launches
Latest car launches, price and variant updates, upcoming vehicle launches, automotive industry and policy updates from India
Hyundai and Kia: 5 New Cars And SUVs Launching Soon
Hyundai and Kia announce ambitious lineup of 5 new models including three EVs and two hybrids across 2025-26,targeting market share recovery with focus on electrification
Audi Q7 Signature Edition Launched With A Caffeine Twist
Audi launches Q7 Signature Edition at Rs 99.81 lakh featuring a built-in espresso machine,dynamic wheel hub caps,and exclusive design elements while maintaining the powerful 340hp V6 TFSI powertrain.
Tata ACE Pro Launched With Petrol, CNG And EV Options: India's Most Affordable Light Truck Starts From Rs 3.99 Lakh
Tata Motors launches the all-new Ace Pro mini-truck with petrol,CNG,and electric powertrains,starting at Rs 3.99 lakh. Offers 750kg payload capacity and advanced features targeting last-mile delivery segment.
Tata Harrier.EV Electric SUV: Full Price List Of Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Variants Out
Tata Motors launches Harrier EV with RWD variants priced from Rs 21.49-27.49 lakh,offering two battery options of 65kWh and 75kWh with ranges up to 627km and power outputs up to 390bhp.
Hyundai’s Cold Test Revolution: No Fuel, No Emissions, Just Smarter Engines
Hyundai Motor India achieves sustainability milestone with fuel-free Cold Bed Engine Testing,saving resources and $1M in costs across 4.25M engines
EV Batteries Outlast Petrol Cars? New Study Flips the Longevity Debate
Study of 15,000 EVs reveals batteries lose only 2.5% capacity per 100,000 km,challenging misconceptions about EV longevity and maintenance costs.
First Vinfast VF6 And VF7 Electric SUVs Arrive At Indian Dealership: All That We Know Of It
Vietnamese automaker Vinfast's first dealership cars arrive in Trivandrum,including LHD VF6 and VF7 models,marking progress toward India market entry despite facing challenges in local production plans.
Your Old Car Could Be Seized at the Petrol Pump In Delhi
Delhi implements strict enforcement of age-based vehicle ban using ANPR cameras at fuel stations from July 1,targeting diesel vehicles over 10 years and petrol vehicles over 15 years old
Electric Car Lobby Allegedly Paying Influencers To Promote EVs, Dismiss Hybrids
Paid social media campaign promoting electric vehicles while discouraging hybrid vehicles, despite PMO's stance on equal treatment of clean fuel technologies.
BYD Sealion 6 Hybrid With Over 1,000 km Range Coming Soon To India
BYD's upcoming Sealion 6 plug-in hybrid SUV promises over 1,000km range,combining electric efficiency with long-distance capability. Expected to launch this year with two variants offering ranges up to 1,205km.
Mahindra Scorpio-N To Get Level 2 ADAS And Panoramic Sunroof
Mahindra plans to upgrade the Scorpio N with a panoramic sunroof and Level 2 ADAS features,enhancing its premium appeal while maintaining its powerful performance and 5-star safety rating.
India To Be World's 4th Largest EV Maker By 2030
India's EV manufacturing capacity set to reach 2.5 million units by 2030,positioning it as the fourth-largest global EV producer,though domestic demand may lag behind production capabilities.
Maruti Swift Turns 20: The Hatchback That Changed India’s Drive
A comprehensive look at Maruti Suzuki Swift's 20-year journey in India,from creating the premium hatchback segment to selling 3 million units,showcasing its evolution across four generations.
Why Is The Indian Govt Not Allowing Chinese EV Makers An Easy Entry: Brazil Holds The Answer
Analysis of Brazil's EV market dominance by Chinese manufacturers serves as justification for India's protective policies,highlighting the challenges of unrestricted market access and its impact on domestic manufacturing.
Maruti Escudo: What We Know So Far
Maruti Suzuki's upcoming Escudo (Y17) SUV,positioned between Brezza and Grand Vitara,promises larger dimensions at a competitive price point. Launch expected during Diwali 2025.
Amid Global Shortage, Tata Has Enough Magnets for its EVs: Tata Chairman
Tata Motors Chairman N Chandrasekaran confirms stable rare earth magnet supplies for EV production,backed by strategic stockpiling and diversified sourcing,while competitors face shortages due to Chinese export restrictions.
Tesla Model Y Makes India Debut with China-Made Units
Tesla enters Indian market with China-manufactured Model Y SUVs,starting showrooms in Mumbai and Delhi. Initial units may be priced at ₹50-55 lakh,targeting premium segment with focus on brand establishment.
India-bound VW Tera Achieves 5-star Latin NCAP Safety Rating
Volkswagen Tera SUV secures perfect five-star rating in Latin NCAP crash tests with 89.88% adult and 87.25% child protection scores,showcasing exceptional safety features ahead of its 2026 India launch.
Former NITI Aayog chief Amitabh Kant urges PMO to skip hybrids and go straight to EVs
Amitabh Kant warns PMO against technology-neutral policies,comparing hybrid vehicles to typewriters in the smartphone era,advocating for direct transition to electric vehicles for India's automotive future.
Next-Gen Mahindra XUV700: What We Know So Far
Mahindra's upcoming XUV700 facelift promises revolutionary triple-screen dashboard,advanced ADAS features,and premium interior upgrades while retaining its proven powertrain options.
Car And Two Wheeler Insurance Premiums To Get More Expensive: Explained!
IRDAI recommends an 18-25% increase in mandatory Motor Third-Party insurance premiums after a 4-year freeze,citing rising claim costs and loss ratios. The proposal awaits Ministry approval.
India's Coupe SUVs, Their Popularity And Unpopularity: Some Lessons
Analysis of India's coupe SUV market showing Tata and Mahindra's success with multi-powertrain strategies,while Citroen struggles despite competitive pricing. Key factors include brand strength and feature packaging.
Real Reason People Are Buying Electric Cars: No, It's Not To Save The Environment!
E.ON survey reveals 70% of EV buyers are motivated by lower energy costs rather than environmental benefits,with potential annual savings of ₹40,000-60,000 for average users.
Mumbai to get 11 Flying Ferries!
Mumbai introduces revolutionary Candela P-12 electric hydrofoil ferries to transform urban commuting,cutting travel time by 80% while offering eco-friendly transport.