Petrol motorcycles have dominated Indian roads for decades. They are reliable, easy to maintain and supported by fuel stations and service centers almost everywhere. But things are slowly changing. With gasoline prices remaining high and EV technology rapidly improving, electric motorcycles are now becoming a serious option for everyday commuting.Still, the answer isn’t as simple as saying one is better than the other. In India, the choice largely depends on how the motorcycle is used daily.For urban riders, electric bikes are starting to make a lot of sense. Most urban commuters travel about 20 to 50 km daily. This falls…
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Toyota Motor Corporation has launched the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ in Japan. Priced at JPY 4,500,100, which is approximately Rs 27.24 lakh, this SUV is also expected to come to India in the future. Here’s a quick look at what to expect from this more accessible Land Cruiser. Land Cruiser FJ: everything you need to knowIn terms of size, the length of the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ measures approximately 4,575 mm to 4,610 mm depending on the specification referred to, while the width stands at 1,855 mm. Height is pegged between 1,890 mm and 1,960 mm, and the wheelbase is…
Kia India recently launched the new second generation Kia Seltos in the Indian market, which brings major updates in terms of design, features and underpinnings. However, despite the SUV being relatively freshly launched, the model has once again been spotted undergoing road testing, hinting at the possibility of a new powertrain option under development. The latest generation Seltos introduced a completely redesigned exterior along with a more premium cabin layout packed with new-age technology and comfort features. The SUV is also based on Kia’s new K3 platform, which is expected to support electrified powertrain options in the future. Now, with…
Maruti Suzuki India has crossed a major milestone by shipping more than three million vehicles through railways in India. While this feat may not be directly related to sales or new launches, it highlights how the company is increasingly relying on rail transportation to move cars across the country. Over the past few years, Maruti Suzuki has continuously expanded its railway logistics network. In fiscal year 2014-15, only 5 percent of the company’s outbound vehicles were routed through the railways. This figure has now increased to 26.5 percent in the financial year 2025-26. Interestingly, the jump from 2 million to…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ordered a major cut in the size of his official convoy as he pushes for greater use of electric vehicles as part of broader austerity and fuel-saving initiatives, PTI reports. Soon after his address in Hyderabad, where he urged citizens to reduce fuel consumption, the Prime Minister’s convoy numbers were reduced by nearly 50 per cent during his recent visits to Gujarat and Assam.Sources said the size reduction was done without compromising the security arrangements mandated under the SPG protocol. The Prime Minister has reportedly asked officials to include electric vehicles in the fleet wherever…
As competition increases in India’s electric vehicle sector, global carmakers are now focusing beyond just launching new EVs. The next big battle is moving towards battery technology, localization and India-specific research. In line with this, Hyundai Motor Group has announced a major expansion of its EV research network in India.The company has expanded its Hyundai Center of Excellence (Hyundai CoE) initiative into a larger pan-India academic and industrial collaboration focused on battery and electrification technologies. With the latest expansion, the research platform now comprises seven institutions and is currently working on 39 joint research projects across the country.As part of…
This article is written by Rajeev Kapoor, President, 2WHMA (Two-Wheeler Helmet Manufacturers Association India).Most of the families in our country have a simple habit. Before anyone leaves home on a two-wheeler, there is always a warning: “Wear a helmet.” That sentence comes from caring. out of fear. With the hope that the person returns home safely. But what happens when the helmet itself cannot protect the rider? This is a reality that India needs to talk about more seriously.Over the years, road safety discussions have mainly focused on traffic violations, speeding, penalties and road conditions. No doubt, these are important…
What started as a discounted supercar purchase soon turned into a legal battle involving allegations of forgery, tax loss and an FIR, before the Karnataka High Court intervened and questioned the conduct of an RTO official during the seizure of the vehicle.According to court proceedings reported by Economic Times, Bengaluru resident Ram had purchased a demo supercar on September 1, 2025. The vehicle was originally manufactured in 2021 and briefly registered in 2022 before being returned by its first owner. The dealer had reportedly informed Ram about the demo status of the vehicle before the sale.However, trouble started months later…
The India-made Toyota Starlet, which is essentially the South African version of the Toyota Glanza, has received a zero-star safety rating in the latest Global NCAP crash tests under the Safe Cars for Africa programme. While the hatchback managed to score three stars for child safety, its performance in terms of adult passenger safety was surprising.Global NCAP tested the outgoing South African-spec Starlet which is manufactured at Maruti Suzuki’s Gujarat plant and exported overseas. The model tested was equipped with dual front airbags and electronic stability control (ESC) as standard, but not side and curtain airbags.In Adult Occupant Protection (AOP)…
The Indian car market has been moving in the same direction for years. Big stance, high ground clearance and SUV badges everywhere. Today almost every new car wants to look like an SUV. hatchbacks have turned into crossovers, compact cars are being called “micro SUVs”, and SUVs are slowly becoming the default answer to most car buying queries in India. However, 2025 took an unexpected turn.India’s best-selling car last year was not an SUV. The country’s most popular luxury car was also not one. Instead, the two sedans quietly topped the charts in their respective segments. The Maruti Suzuki Dezire…