Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) has announced that the India-made Nexon will be introduced in South Africa as the Tata Osprey during the third quarter of 2026. The compact SUV will become the fifth model in the brand’s South African lineup alongside the Tiago, Punch, Curve and Harrier. The India-made SUV will be sold under a different name in South Africa, with Tata Motors saying the name Osprey is derived from the bird of prey commonly found across the country. The company says the name reflects the adventurous character of the SUV while also giving it local relevance.Apart from the…
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Planning to buy a new Maruti Suzuki next month? You may have to increase your budget a little more. India’s largest carmaker has announced another price revision in its model range, with prices set to increase by up to Rs 30,000 from August 2026. The latest revision comes just weeks after the company raised prices in June, making it the second increase in three months. In a regulatory filing with the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Maruti Suzuki said the decision was driven by persistent inflationary pressures and an adverse cost environment. The company said it has been bearing a portion…
Jeep India has launched the Meridian 85th Anniversary Edition to celebrate 85 years of the SUV brand. Based on the Premium Overland Edition, the special edition will be produced in a limited quantity of only 85 units for the Indian market. Prices start at Rs 36.05 lakh, ex-showroom, while the updated Jeep Meridian range with the newly introduced CARA AI voice assistant now starts at Rs 30.45 lakh, ex-showroom. The anniversary edition gets several cosmetic upgrades to differentiate it from the standard SUV. On the outside, it features special 85th anniversary styling elements along with gloss black 18-inch alloy wheels.…
Honda Cars India today finally launched the much-awaited Honda ZR-V in the Indian market, priced at Rs 48 lakh (ex-showroom). The ZR-V is offered in a single fully loaded variant and has been brought to India from Japan as a completely built unit (CBU). The hybrid SUV competes with the likes of Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Kodiaq, Nissan X-Trail and others.Talking about the powertrain, the Honda ZR-V is powered by a 2.0-litre strong-hybrid petrol engine with a four-cylinder, direct-injection setup running on the Atkinson cycle and two permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors. Combined output is 184hp and 315 Nm, with power sent…
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has unveiled an expanded portfolio of 10 two-wheelers for the Indian market, unveiling one of its biggest product launches in recent years. The new line-up includes seven all-new models and three updated models with new color options, spanning across multiple segments including scooter, roadster, cruiser, adventure motorcycle, electric mobility and flex-fuel technology. The company said the products will be launched in phases, with prices and detailed launch timelines to be announced closer to their respective market introductions. The biggest attraction is Honda’s multi-pathway strategy, which combines internal combustion engine (ICE), electric and flex-fuel technologies…
Maruti Suzuki India has launched the updated Brezza. As part of this update the model comes with slightly revised styling, new technology, additional safety features and a new engine option. This fresh SUV will compete with Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Skoda Kailak. Here’s everything you need to know.2026 Maruti Suzuki Brezza: Design and cabinExternally the changes are subtle. The facelifted Brezza gets a redesigned front grille with dark chrome accents, a new front bumper, updated fog lamp housing and newly styled alloy wheels. Customers can also opt for dual-tone body cladding, while the rear…
Maruti Suzuki’s upcoming Brezza facelift has scored a full five-star safety rating in the latest India NCAP crash test. The model received high marks in both adult and child occupant protection, strengthening its safety credentials ahead of its market launch. The results apply to all variants, although the ZXI+ 1.5-litre 6AT version was used for evaluation. In the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) test, the Brezza scored 30.41 out of a possible 32. It scored 14.41 out of 16 points in the frontal offset deformable barrier test and a full 16 out of 16 points in the side movable deformable barrier…
Mercedes-Benz India is all set to launch the new Mercedes-AMG E 53 PHEV in the Indian market tomorrow i.e. on July 23, 2026. Pre-bookings are expected to begin soon after the launch, and deliveries are expected to take place sometime this festive season. The E 53 nameplate has made a comeback in India, returning as a plug-in hybrid sedan after its previous appearance in the market as a Cabriolet. The new Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid has no direct rival in India. In terms of price and positioning, the closest alternatives are the BMW M3 Competition and the Audi RS5 Sportback.…
Kia India has launched the Syros EV at a starting price of Rs 13.49 lakh, ex-showroom. The Syros EV will be available for sale across Kia dealerships in India from July 30.Syros EV is available with two battery pack options. The entry-level 42 kWh variant is priced at Rs 13.49 lakh, while the larger 51.4 kWh extended range variant is priced at Rs 16.99 lakh, ex-showroom. The line-up is spread across seven variants, with the top-spec X-Line ER priced at Rs 19.99 lakh.It may have a 42 kWh battery that offers an ARAI-certified range of 443 km and a larger…
Toyota India is preparing to introduce the next generation Hilux pickup truck in the Indian market soon. Ahead of its official launch, the company has released another teaser, offering a subtle glimpse of the front and rear-end design of the pickup while keeping most of the styling details under wraps. At the front, the pickup gets a blackened grille, slimmer LED headlamps, a revised bumper and a skid plate. Apart from the new alloy wheel design, the side profile is expected to remain largely unchanged. At the rear, it gets a revised tailgate with bold Toyota lettering and redesigned LED…