Mini India today launched the new Mini Cooper S Victory Edition in the Indian market. The sporty hatchback is priced at Rs 57.5 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be brought to India via the CBU route. The car will be available in limited units; Interested customers can book it exclusively at their nearest Mini dealership. Delivery will start immediately. The model is offered with a two-year unlimited kilometer warranty and roadside assistance with optional service and warranty extensions. Financing options are available through BMW India Financial Services. The Mini Cooper S Victory Edition is a limited-run model inspired by the 1965…
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The Government of India has tightened the rules for toll collection on national highways. Now, there is a strict system in place to deal with missed FASTag payments. Under the updated rules, a new term called “unpaid user fees” has been formally defined. It refers to a toll fee that is not paid even though the vehicle’s route has been successfully entered through electronic toll collection systems. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has notified the National Highway Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026, which came into force from March 17, 2026. FASTag payment missed,…
Skoda Auto India is all set to launch the new Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV on March 21, 2026. Pre-booking for the new SUV has already started. Interested customers can book the new Kushaq online or by visiting the nearest dealership. Deliveries are expected to begin by the end of this month. Skoda is offering an extended warranty of up to six years, six years of corrosion warranty and three years of extended warranty for paint. This SUV continues to compete with the likes of the VW Taigun, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra and Maruti Suzuki Victoris. Ahead of its…
BMW India today launched the new BMW M2 CS in the Indian market, priced at Rs 1.66 crore (ex-showroom) before options. The company has allocated only a limited number of units of the M2 CS for India, and it will be purchased for India as CBU. The standard M2 is priced at Rs 1.02 crore (ex-showroom), the CS is priced Rs 64 lakh more than the regular model. Interested customers can book the car online or by visiting their nearest dealership. Deliveries are expected to begin soon. Watch BMW X3 30 review: More power, speed but better? | TOI Auto…
Cruise control, once limited to high-priced sedans and SUVs, is now being offered in more affordable cars in India as competition increases in the entry-level and compact segments. This feature allows the vehicle to maintain a constant speed without constant throttle input, helping to reduce driver fatigue during long highway trips. Its availability in budget-friendly models reflects a broader market shift as automakers introduce features associated with premium vehicles in lower price segments. Watch Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric India plans: A conversation with Santosh Iyer | TOI AutoManufacturers have already introduced technologies like touchscreen infotainment systems, connected features and better safety…
Renault India today finally launched the new 2026 Renault Duster SUV in the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom). Pre-booking of the new Duster is already going on. Interested customers can book the SUV online or at their nearest dealership. The new Duster has already reached several showrooms across India and is currently on display. Deliveries are expected to begin soon. The SUV will compete with the likes of Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hayrider, Honda Elevate and others in the highly competitive midsize SUV segment.Renault…
The mid-size SUV sector in India is heating up with the return of two familiar nameplates: Renault Duster and Tata Sierra. While both SUVs target similar buyers, they take slightly different approaches when it comes to engine options and pricing. Here’s a closer look at how they compare on paper.Renault Duster vs Tata Sierra: Engine SpecificationsThe all-new Renault Duster is making a comeback, built on the brand’s CMF-B platform. It comes with three powertrain options. The range starts with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 100 hp and 160 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Moving on,…
Renault India today finally launched the next generation Renault Duster in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom). The new model is built on the company’s RGMP platform and has a new design. The SUV will compete with the likes of Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hayrider, Honda Elevate and others in the highly competitive midsize SUV segment. In this article let us compare the new Duster with Hyundai Creta.Renault Duster vs Hyundai Creta: Price, variantsThe new Renault Duster is offered in five variants –…
Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly common on Indian roads, but one question still confuses many buyers: how do you actually charge an EV? Unlike petrol or diesel cars that depend on fuel stations, EVs can be charged at home, at workplaces or at public charging stations. Here’s a quick guide on home vs public charging. How does EV charging work?EV chargers are broadly classified into AC chargers (slow or normal) and DC fast chargers. AC chargers typically provide between 3.3 kW and 22 kW of power, while DC fast chargers can range from 30 kW to 240 kW. The difference…
The Center has eased localization requirements under its electric vehicle manufacturing programme, providing relief to manufacturers of electric buses and trucks facing component supply challenges. As per PTI report, the move comes under the government’s Rs 10,900 crore PM e-Drive scheme, which aims to boost domestic EV production while strengthening the supply chain for key components. In a notification issued on March 13, the Ministry of Heavy Industries allowed manufacturers to continue importing traction motors using rare-earth magnets for electric trucks and buses until August 31. This discount applies to vehicles in the N2 and N3 categories of electric trucks…