Mercedes-Benz India is all set to launch the new Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric in the Indian market on April 24, 2026. Pre-booking has started from March 10; Interested customers can book the EV online or by visiting their nearest dealership. The booking amount has been set at Rs 1.50 lakh, and those who pre-book the car will get a complimentary wall box charger.The new Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric will be offered in two variants – 200 Standard Range and 250 Plus Long Range. Deliveries of the CLA 250+ Long Range will begin from late April, soon after the official launch. Deliveries of…
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India has taken a big step towards clean mobility, with E20 petrol now becoming the standard fuel across the country from April 1, 2025. According to the new mandate, petrol pumps across the country are required to supply fuel blended with 20 percent ethanol.The directive issued earlier by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas applies to all states and union territories. Oil marketing companies have been directed to ensure that the fuel meets Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) norms, so that the quality remains consistent across sectors. Here’s a quick look at the details related to this mandate and…
The Center has announced a major change for highway users, in which cash payment at toll plazas will be stopped from April 10. The move, notified by the road transport ministry, aims to reduce long queues at toll gates and make highway travel easier for commuters.No more cash payments on highways: Here’s how you’ll payWith this change, toll payment on national highways will now become completely digital. Vehicles will primarily require a valid FASTag to pass through the toll plaza. In cases where FASTag is not available, users can still pay through UPI, but at a higher cost: 1.25 times…
Royal Enfield has updated its popular Hunter 350 range for 2026 with a new variant and new color options. The biggest highlight is the inclusion of the base Premium variant, priced at Rs 1,49,900, ex-showroom, bookings for which have now started across India.The new base Premium trim brings several practical upgrades, including alloy wheels with tubeless tyres. The bike also features a modified halogen headlamp, a stitched seat and a slip-and-assist clutch as standard. This variant is offered in a single Tarmac Black color scheme and is priced Rs 12,260 more than the Retro trim.royal enfield hunter 350: Two new…
German automaker Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV globally. Mercedes’ biggest model has been updated with a new design, better dynamics, new interior and new technology. It now gets a flat-plane crankshaft V8, a triple-screen dashboard and a “cloud-based” suspension setup. The SUV will first go on sale in the US and European markets, with its India launch expected by the end of this year. The 2026 GLS will continue as Mercedes-Benz’s flagship SUV, sitting at the top of its lineup. It will compete with Audi Q7, BMW X7, Land Rover Defender and Volvo XC90. Watch Mercedes-Benz…
India’s two-wheeler market ended March 2026 on a strong note, with most manufacturers reporting healthy growth across all segments. Demand for motorcycles, scooters and electric vehicles remained strong, helping brands finish the financial year with solid figures.hero motocorp march 2026 salesLeading the charge, Hero MotoCorp dispatched a total of 5,98,198 units in March 2026, up from 5,49,604 units in the same month last year. Domestic sales stood at 5,52,505 units as against 5,10,086 units, while exports increased from 39,518 units to 45,693 units. Motorcycle sales dominated at 5,32,383 units, while scooter sales rose to 65,815 units from 42,963 units a…
Maruti Suzuki India has significantly expanded its aftersales footprint in India by adding a record 502 new service touchpoints in FY 2025-26. This is the highest number of additions to services by the company in a single financial year, taking its total network to 5,926 touchpoints across 3,000 cities and towns.The latest expansion aims to improve customer convenience and strengthen service access in metros as well as smaller towns and rural areas. Newly added features include a mix of ARENA and NEXA workshops, Maruti Suzuki Sales and Service Points (MSSSP), as well as mobile formats like service-on-wheels and bodyshop-on-wheels.Managing Director…
Suzuki Motorcycle India has launched the 2026 Burgman Street in the Indian market. The model gets two new variants and gets a mix of cosmetic updates, new features and a new platform. Prices for the scooter start at Rs 1.02 lakh and go up to Rs 1.13 lakh, ex-showroom, while the Burgman Street EX trim is sold at Rs 1.08 lakh without any change.2026 Suzuki Burgman: what’s newVisually, the updated model retains its familiar maxi-scooter stance but there are noticeable changes. The front now features a revised split-LED headlamp setup with integrated DRLs. The apron looks a little sharper and…
Ola Electric has announced a massive price cut for its flagship electric motorcycle, the Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh, making it significantly more accessible to buyers. The price of this model has now reduced from Rs 1,89,999 to Rs 1,29,999, i.e. a reduction of Rs 60,000.This drop in price has come after the company has increased the production of its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell. However, there is a catch. With the new pricing, the company is moving away from regular open sales to a limited buying window model. This means that the motorcycle will be available only during specific time…
Tata Sierra ICE Edition image has been used for representational purposes. Tata Motors is preparing to expand its electric vehicle lineup with the much-awaited Sierra.ev, which is expected to go on sale in May 2026. The electric SUV will arrive a few months after the launch of its ICE counterpart, whose sales have already crossed 20,000 units within about four months. Here’s a quick look at what we can expect from the model.Tata Sierra EV: what to expectThe Sierra.ev will be positioned as a mid-size electric SUV, slotting below the Tata Harrier EV and possibly above the Curve.ev in the…