This article is written by Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati India.Under Operation “Shakti”, India successfully tested five nuclear weapons at Pokhran on May 11, 1998, the second successful test in the country since 1974. The success of the test was a proud moment for India’s scientists, engineers and technicians. Since then May 11 started being celebrated as National Technology Day. Pokhran II put India on the map as a technology power. In the decades since, the country has progressed in automobiles, IT, space, defence, digital economy, AI and the list goes on. It is easy to recognize this progress in the…
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Italian supercar manufacturer Lamborghini has unveiled the all-new Lamborghini Phenomeno Roadster, an ultra-exclusive open-top hypercar that is limited to just 15 units globally. The carmaker says it is the brand’s most powerful production roadster to date. The Phenomeno Roadster combines a naturally aspirated V12 engine with hybrid technology to deliver an astonishing 1,065 hp.Lamborghini Phenomeno Roadster: Everything you need to knowThe new model is a convertible version of the Phenomeno coupe that debuted in 2025 and has been developed under Lamborghini’s special ‘few-off’. Lamborghini says that despite losing the fixed roofline, the Roadster retains high structural rigidity due to the…
India Yamaha Motor has increased the prices of its popular R15 motorcycle line-up in India, making the entry-level supersport slightly more expensive across all variants. The latest revision applies to the entire range including the Yamaha R15S, Yamaha R15 V4 and the top-spec Yamaha R15M. The updated prices have come into effect from May 2026.Prices across the entire range have increased by Rs 4,900. After the revision, the R15 line-up now starts at Rs 1.56 lakh, ex-showroom, for the R15S, while the R15 V4 range is priced between Rs 1.71 lakh to Rs 1.76 lakh, depending on the variant. The…
Who has written this article? Amit Jain, CTO, UNO Minda.India’s automotive sector is entering the era of new technology. From connected mobility and intelligent electronics to advanced security systems and electrification, the pace of change is accelerating rapidly. But the next phase of progress will be defined not just by how advanced these technologies become, but by how effectively they address India’s unique mobility realities and become accessible across all sectors.Unlike many global markets, India’s mobility ecosystem operates under uniquely complex conditions – dense urban congestion, mixed traffic patterns, unpredictable road behavior and highly varied infrastructure quality. Technologies designed for…
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh recently took a closer look at Mahindra’s new tactical ATV based on the Mahindra Thar Rocks platform during the Defense Triveni Sangam event in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The rugged off-road machine attracted attention at the defense technology showcase, which was jointly organized by the Northern and Central Commands of the Indian Army as well as the Society of Indian Defense Manufacturers.The Mahindra ATV had already created a buzz after Anand Mahindra first shared pictures of the vehicle on social media, and now it appears to be one of the latest additions to Mahindra’s growing defense mobility…
Skoda Auto India unveiled the 2026 Skoda Kodiaq. The model now comes with new safety and convenience features while the overall design and mechanical package remains unchanged. As part of this update, it gets the ADAS suite with some feature additions in select variants.2026 Skoda Kodiaq: Key details and changesThe updated Kodiaq will be offered in three variants: Lounge, Sportline and Selection L&K. The biggest highlight of the 2026 update is the addition of ADAS on the Sportline and top-spec Selection L&K trims. The SUV now gets features like adaptive cruise control, front assist with braking intervention, lane assist, blind-spot…
This article is written by Pawan Puri, Founder and Managing Director, Greencore Electronics.The days of wrestling with basic steering and manual gearboxes are fast coming to an end in India. The nation is heading straight towards a sensor-rich, high-tech mobility revolution. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and premium automotive electronics were once the exclusive preserve of luxury showrooms. Not anymore. Today, these smart technologies are coming as standard features in the everyday Indian car. This change means more than just adding a few new screens to the dashboard. This represents a complete change in the driving experience. Drivers are completely…
The Delhi government has announced a strict and fully digital traffic challan system that will make it harder for motorists to ignore pending fines. Under the new framework, vehicle owners will get a fixed period of 45 days to pay the challan or officially challenge it online. If no action is taken within this period, the challan will be automatically considered accepted.The updated system aims to improve road discipline, reduce violations and bring more transparency in the challan process. The new rules are expected to be implemented through amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.One of the biggest changes…
Hyundai Motor India has confirmed plans to launch two all-new SUVs in the country during FY27. The announcement was made as part of the company’s financial results for FY 2025-26, where Hyundai also outlined its future growth and expansion plans for the Indian market.One of the upcoming models will be a new mid-size SUV powered by an internal combustion engine, while the other product will be a compact electric SUV based on a local dedicated EV platform. Hyundai said the upcoming EV will mark the debut of its localized dedicated battery electric vehicle in the compact SUV category. The company…
Tata Motors has expanded the Nexon lineup in India with the launch of the new Nexon Pure+ PS variant. Priced at Rs 9.59 lakh, ex-showroom, the new trim brings a panoramic sunroof to the sub-Rs 10 lakh segment, making it one of the most affordable SUVs in the country to offer the feature.The company says that the Nexon Pure+ PS is the first car priced under Rs 10 lakh in India to have a voice-assisted panoramic sunroof. The new variants continue to be offered with multiple powertrain options including petrol, diesel and CNG options. Depending on the variant, it can…