Image Credit: X/MercedesAMGF1 Teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli continued his impressive start to the 2026 Formula 1 season with a second consecutive win, this time at the Japanese Grand Prix. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver produced a calm and impressive performance at Suzuka to finish 13.7 seconds ahead of Oscar Piastri.The race started with plenty of action. Antonelli started from pole position with teammate George Russell, but neither could get a clean launch. Piastri took full advantage of this, taking the lead at the first corner and taking control of the early stages. Meanwhile, Antonelli dropped down the order and found himself…
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This article is written by Abhinav Kalia, Co-Founder and CEO, ARC Electric.EVs have literally been positioned as the future of mobility. They are cheaper, noisier and most importantly cleaner than their counterparts with internal combustion engines (ICE). Falling fuel prices, declining maintenance and increasing policy efficiency go hand in hand with a compelling economic case. Yet, despite the benefits mentioned, there is a section of Indian consumers who are unwilling to make the switch. In many aspects, the lack of correlation between economic logic and consumerism is the real story of the EV adoption process in India.the economics are clearEVs…
Daniel Craig, who played James Bond for more than 15 years, is now the face of a new electric car campaign. They have teamed up with BYD to promote their upcoming luxury EV under the Denza brand. This comes as a major change, moving away from the classic Bond image of loud, powerful petrol cars. Image: Denza/BYD Global. The new Denza Z9 GT has been unveiled in the campaign, but the image shared by the brand has received mixed reactions. The photos appear more digitally created than images taken in a traditional photoshoot. If that wasn’t enough, it also features…
The government has updated the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM e-Drive) scheme, bringing in new timelines and limits for electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers. The amended rules are aimed at streamlining how incentives are distributed under the Rs 10,900 crore scheme, PTI reported.As per the new guidelines, buyers of electric two-wheelers will be eligible for the subsidy only if their vehicles are registered on or before July 31, 2026. For electric three-wheelers, including e-rickshaws and e-karts, the cut-off date has been extended to March 31, 2028. These dates effectively act as the last deadline for availing benefits…
This article is written by Nisarg Pandya, CEO and Founder, DriveBuddyAI.India’s roads are a paradox of progress and risk. While we build world-class highways, our accident statistics tell a sobering story. One of the most common and preventable incidents is rear-end collision. According to a 2026 report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), 72% of road deaths in India are caused by three major types of crashes: rear-end collision, head-on collision, and collision with pedestrian. In 2024, the death toll rose to 1.77 lakh, meaning about 485 people lost their lives every day.The inconvenient truth is that…
Hyundai Motor India has increased the prices of select Venue variants, with the diesel model seeing the biggest increase. The increases range from Rs. 5,200 to Rs. 20,000, depending on the variant. The modification is limited to specific trims rather than the entire lineup. The petrol variants have seen minimal changes, with the diesel variants, as mentioned earlier, seeing most of the increase, increasing the prices of the entry and mid-level options.Talking about the variants, the Venue is offered in petrol trims HX2, HX4, HX5, HX6, HX6T, HX8 and HX10, while the diesel variants will be offered as HX2, HX5,…
Royal Enfield has teased an updated version of the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, with its official launch scheduled for March 27, 2026. This will be the first major update for the motorcycle since its launch in 2024. Although the teaser itself doesn’t show many details, here’s what we can expect from the refreshed model. 2026 royal enfield Guerrilla 450: what to expectWhile the overall design is expected to remain familiar, the update could bring new color options and possibly a facelift to keep the model fresh. The Guerrilla 450 is currently offered in colors like Brava Blue, Shadow Ash, Pix…
Royal Enfield has added a new variant of its road-focused motorcycle, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, called the Apex. Along with this, the brand has also updated the Dash variant, adding more equipment. Here’s everything you need to know. Royal Enfield guerrilla 450 Apex, Dash Trims: Key SpecificationsStarting with the update, the dash trim now comes with a headlamp grille and knuckle guards as standard. It also gets a modified tire compound, which the company claims provides about 8 percent better grip in dry conditions and up to 17 percent better grip on wet roads.However, the spotlight is clearly on…
Volkswagen India is preparing to launch the updated Volkswagen Taigun in the Indian market. This SUV has been seen several times during testing, which shows that its debut is going to happen soon. The recent launch of its sibling, the Skoda Kushaq facelift, further suggests that the arrival of the Taigun is imminent. The facelifted Taigun is expected to be introduced in April 2026. Ahead of its launch, let’s take a look at everything we know so far. Volkswagen Taigun facelift: Design The facelifted Taigun will get updated exterior styling with revised front and rear bumpers, refreshed LED lighting graphics…
Renault India has recently launched the new 2026 Renault Duster SUV in the Indian market. Pre-booking of the new Duster is already going on. Interested customers can book the SUV online or at their nearest dealership. The SUV is offered in five variants – Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Techno Plus and Iconic, with prices ranging from Rs 10.29 lakh to Rs 18.09 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). The starting price of Rs 10.29 lakh is applicable for customers who pre-book their cars by March 2026; After that, the standard price starts at Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Duster competes with Hyundai…