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…
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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…
Kawasaki has launched a limited period offer on the Kawasaki Ninja 300, making the entry-level sportbike more attractive to buyers. Including the cash discount and free helmet, the total benefit comes to around Rs 37,000.As part of the deal, the company is offering a discount of Rs 28,000 on MY2024 units of the Ninja 300, especially on the Gray color scheme. With this price cut, the effective ex-showroom price has come down to Rs 2.89 lakh.Apart from the discount, buyers will also get a KYT TT Revo helmet worth Rs 8,888 at no extra cost. This helmet is inspired by…
Hyundai Motor India has recently launched the new Hyundai Exter facelift micro SUV in the Indian market. This is the first facelift for the micro SUV since its launch in 2023, which brings cosmetic updates, new features, enhanced safety and other improvements. The Exeter competes directly with the likes of Tata Punch, Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, Maruti Suzuki Swift and Toyota Tasar. The update retains the existing package but brings minor styling changes, additional features and a revised variant lineup. In this article, let’s take a look at what’s changed in the updated model. Watch Renault Duster Drive Review: The…
Hero MotoCorp’s electric mobility arm VIDA has unveiled a special edition of its electric scooter, the VX2 Plus KKR Limited Edition. The biggest attraction is its design, which is clearly meant for Kolkata Knight Riders fans. Here’s what makes it special.hero Vida VX2 Plus KKR Edition: what’s specialThe VX2 Plus KKR Edition sports the team’s signature night purple and gold colors, but in a subtle and well-integrated way. It gets a pearl black base, layered with a golden halftone gradient and intricate micro-dotted patterns on the body panels. There are also three different accent marks, representing KKR’s three IPL wins.…