MG Motor India finally unveiled the new MG Magister SUV in the Indian market. The SUV was first showcased at the 2025 India Mobility Expo and is basically a heavily updated version of the Gloster. Interested customers can pre-book the Majester online or by visiting their nearest MG dealership from today by paying Rs 41,000. The company will announce prices and begin showroom previews and test drives from April 2026, with deliveries scheduled to begin in May 2026. Once launched, the new Majester will rival the Toyota Fortuner Legender and is expected to be priced around Rs 40 lakh (ex-showroom).…
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Formula 1 pre-season preparations officially began in Bahrain on Wednesday, marking the start of a vital testing phase ahead of the 2026 season. On the first morning of the race in Bahrain, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen set the benchmark with a fastest lap of 1 minute 35.433 seconds. Over the next two weeks, teams will spend a total of six days on the track, with about eight hours each day to evaluate their new machinery, the AP reports. This year’s test holds additional significance. The 2026 campaign introduces sweeping technological changes that significantly alter the look and feel of the…
Royal Enfield is preparing for the next phase of its growth. The motorcycle maker will increase its annual production capacity from 14.6 lakh units to 20 lakh units. To support this expansion, parent company Eicher Motors has approved an investment of Rs 958 crore.Royal Enfield expands production capacity: Main DetailsThis decision has been taken when the demand for Royal Enfield motorcycles is continuously increasing. According to a regulatory filing, the company’s existing manufacturing facilities are operating at almost full capacity. To create additional headroom, Royal Enfield will increase production at its Cheyyar plant in Tamil Nadu.The capacity expansion will be…
Leading electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has refreshed its popular Atto 3 electric SUV. Now called the Atto 3 Evo, it has a bigger battery pack, promises better driving range, along with a set of technology and feature enhancements. The new e-SUV has been revealed for the global markets and the India launch is expected sometime this year. When launched, it continues to compete with the likes of Mahindra BE6, Hyundai Creta EV, Harrier EV and other similarly priced electric SUVs in the Indian market. Talking about the battery pack first, the Atto 3 EVO gets a larger 74.8kWh battery pack…
India’s vehicle emissions testing system is set for a significant update, with the government confirming the shift to a new testing cycle from April 1, 2027. The change will apply to all BS6-compliant vehicles in the M1 and M2 categories, with the move aimed at making emissions and fuel efficiency figures more realistic for everyday driving conditions.The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has issued a notification amending the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, under which vehicle emissions will be tested using the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure or WLTP. It will replace the Modified Indian Driving Cycle, which…
Ferrari has confirmed that its first all-electric sports car will be called the Ferrari Luce. The company has also revealed the interior layout and digital interface of the upcoming EV. With the Luce, Ferrari is not only entering the electric era, but also introducing a new naming direction for its future models.Ferrari Luce interior: highlightsThe highlight of the Ferrari Luce is its interior, developed in collaboration with LoveFrom, the design collective co-founded by Sir Jony Ive, Apple’s former chief design officer and closely associated with the design language of the iPhone. BMW Concept Speedtop Walkaround: Only 70 production cars! |…
Hyundai has once again been spotted testing the next-generation Creta in South Korea, with the latest visual revealing more details about both the exterior and interior. The current, second-generation Creta made its debut in 2020 and was refreshed mid-cycle just two years ago. However, with fresh competition from the Tata Sierra, next-generation Seltos and the upcoming Duster, the pressure is increasing. The latest set of spy images shows the SUV wearing large 19-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in 235/45 section rubber. This is a notable step up from the current model, which gets 17-inch and 18-inch wheels for the N-Line…
As fuel prices remain volatile and commuting costs continue to rise, maximizing fuel efficiency has become a priority for car owners in India. Despite improvements in vehicle technology, actual mileage is often affected due to factors such as driving behaviour, traffic congestion, inadequate maintenance and excess load. However, increasing efficiency does not have to involve expensive modifications. Small changes in driving style, regular maintenance and better travel planning can significantly reduce fuel consumption. In this backdrop, here are five practical tips to help drivers improve the fuel efficiency of their car on Indian roads.Smooth driving, better mileageSmooth and stable driving…
Delhi has further strengthened its public transport system with the induction of 500 new electric buses. With this latest induction, Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC)’s electric bus fleet has crossed the 4,000 mark, making the national capital home to the largest e-bus fleet in the country, PTI reported.Chief Minister Rekha Gupta flagged off the new buses on Sunday and called it a historic moment for Delhi. He said that this is the first time that 500 electric buses have been added simultaneously to the city’s public transport network. According to him, the milestone establishes Delhi as the leading state in India…
Maruti Suzuki India today announced that it has shipped over 5.85 lakh vehicles by rail in calendar year 2025, an increase of 18% compared to 2024. Greater use of rail transport helped the carmaker avoid an estimated 87,904 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions and save over 687 lakh liters of fuel during the year. The company’s reliance on rail for outbound logistics has increased rapidly over the past decade. The share of rail in total vehicle dispatch has increased more than five times, from 5.1% in 2016 to about 26% in 2025. Overall, rail-based dispatch volumes have increased…