Car News: Latest Automotive Updates & Launches
Latest car launches, price and variant updates, upcoming vehicle launches, automotive industry and policy updates from India
Nissan India Lays the Groundwork For A Car Launch Blitz: 283 Touchpoint Milestone Reached
Nissan plans to expand to 300+ touchpoints across India,preparing for multiple new launches including MPV,SUVs,and EVs between 2025-2027,signaling a comprehensive market revival strategy.
India Bends to Chinese Pressure? Why EV Localisation Norms Might Be Eased Soon
India may dilute its 50% localization requirement for EV components under PLI scheme due to China's tightening control over rare earth materials,affecting domestic manufacturing of traction motors.
Citroen C3 Sport Edition Launched At Rs. 6.44 Lakh
Citroen introduces C3 Sport Edition with visual enhancements including sporty decals,blacked-out roof,and new alloy wheels,priced from ₹6.23 lakh. Mechanical specifications remain unchanged.
Mahindra XUV700 Facelift Spied For The First Time Ahead Of 2026 Launch [Video]
Mahindra's XUV700 facelift spotted testing with camouflaged exterior. Expected updates include new headlamps,grille,bumper designs and enhanced ADAS features. Launch planned for 2025.
2025 Skoda Octavia vRS Spotted Undisguised Ahead Of India Launch
The 2025 Skoda Octavia VRS has been spotted in India featuring a 265 bhp 2.0L TSI engine,sporty design elements,and performance upgrades. Launch expected during festive season with limited units.
New Maruti Suzuki Dzire Back On Top Of Sales Charts After 5 Full Years: We Explain Why
Maruti Suzuki Dzire becomes India's highest-selling car in May 2025 after strategic re-entry into fleet segment,demonstrating strong commercial demand for compact sedans with efficient operating costs.
Citroën C3 Sport Edition Coming Soon
Citroën prepares to launch C3 Sport Edition with visual enhancements,new features like wireless charging and ambient lighting,while retaining the same 1.2L turbo-petrol powertrain. Expected price premium of ₹30,000.
Everyone's Buying CNG Cars - Why?
Analysis of CNG vehicle adoption in India showing dramatic growth from 4.6% to 16.2% market share,driven by economic benefits,infrastructure growth,and shifting consumer preferences in entry-level segments.
Maruti Suzuki Top Official Explains Why Cars Need To Become Lighter
Maruti Suzuki executive highlights the growing importance of vehicle weight reduction as adoption of cleaner powertrains like CNG,hybrid,and electric systems adds significant mass to modern vehicles.
VinFast Targets 5-Star Bharat NCAP Rating For VF6 And VF7 Electric SUVs
Vietnamese EV maker VinFast aims for perfect safety scores with its India-bound VF6 and VF7 models,featuring 7 airbags and Level 2 ADAS as standard,ahead of their launch and local production in 2025.
Coming Soon: Skoda Kylaq With Diesel-Like Running Costs
Skoda plans to introduce a petrol-CNG variant of its sub-4-metre SUV Kylaq by early 2026,targeting lower running costs and broader market appeal with expected efficiency exceeding 20 km/kg.
Mahindra's EV Gamble Pays Off As BE 6 Electric SUV Sales Double In A Month
Mahindra's BE 6 electric SUV sees remarkable growth with sales doubling to 1,206 units in May 2025,while combined EV production reaches 15,000 units,marking successful entry into premium electric SUV segment.
India's Auto Industry Faces Massive Inventory Crisis with Over 4 Lakh Unsold Cars
Indian auto dealerships grapple with unprecedented inventory levels worth ₹52,000 crore,representing 52-60 days of stock against the normal 21 days,creating severe financial strain amid weakening consumer demand.
Tata Harrier EV vs Tata Curvv EV: Tech Specs Compared
Comparing Tata's new electric SUVs - the stylish Curvv EV and robust Harrier EV,targeting the ₹20-25 lakh segment with distinct personalities and capabilities.
Magnets, Motors and Motives: Is China Using Rare Earths to Force Its Way Into India’s EV Market?
China appears to be tightening rare-earth magnet supplies to India's EV manufacturers,possibly in response to India's rejection of BYD's manufacturing plant proposal,highlighting critical supply chain vulnerabilities.
MG ZS Electric SUV Prices Slashed By ₹4.45 Lakh: Now Cheaper Than Windsor Pro
JSW MG Motor India announces significant price reductions across ZS EV range,with top variant getting ₹4.45 lakh discount. Limited period offer makes premium electric SUV more accessible to buyers.
Ex-Mahindra Boss To Heavy Industries Minister: EV-Only Policy Is Very Risky For India
Senior auto industry veteran cautions Heavy Industries Minister about risks of rapid EV transition,citing infrastructure gaps,financial risks,and Chinese supply chain dependencies.
7 New Tata Cars Lined Up For India
Tata Motors reveals ambitious growth plans including 7 new models and 23 updates by 2030,with focus on ICE and EV segments. Major launches include Sierra revival,Avinya premium EVs,and expansion of existing EV portfolio.
Toyota’s ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Scheme For Glanza, HyRyder Is Here
Toyota introduces innovative deferred EMI scheme allowing customers to start payments from October,along with benefits up to ₹88,000 on select models including Glanza and Urban Cruiser Hyryder ahead of festive season.
No Entry To Ola, Uber In Goa: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant!
Goa's Transport Minister confirms no plans to allow Ola and Uber operations in the state,maintaining support for local taxi operators and their indigenous app solution despite tourism mobility challenges.
Why Are BE6 And XEV 9e Deliveries Getting Delayed: Mahindra Explains
Mahindra explains delivery delays of BE6 and XEV 9e electric SUVs due to software refinements,complex delivery processes,and strategic production decisions to ensure quality and customer experience.
Mahindra BE6 And XEV 9e Could Get Hybrid Powertrains Soon!
Mahindra to introduce hybrid variants of BE6 and XEV 9e SUVs using series hybrid technology,along with a hybrid version of XUV 3XO. The vehicles will use modified INGLO platform to accommodate hybrid powertrains.
2025 Renault Kiger And Triber Facelifts Spotted Testing Together
Renault's upcoming facelifted Kiger SUV and Triber MPV spotted testing. Both models feature updated designs,new features,and possible powertrain updates,with launch expected by end of 2024.
Mahindra Scorpio-N Automatic Gets More Affordable: Z4 AT Launched At Rs 17.39 Lakh
Mahindra introduces a new entry-level automatic variant Z4 AT for Scorpio-N,priced from Rs 17.39 lakh,making automatic transmission more accessible with both petrol and diesel powertrains available.