Hyundai Motor India has achieved a major sales milestone with the Creta, as the popular mid-size SUV has recorded its highest ever annual sales in a calendar year. In 2025, Hyundai plans to sell more than 2 lakh units of the Creta, which means an average of around 550 vehicles are sold every day.This milestone also marks the completion of 10 years of the Creta brand in India. Over the past decade, SUVs have steadily increased their presence in one of the most competitive segments in the country, registering a compound annual growth rate of over 9 percent between 2016…
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Kawasaki India has launched the new 2026 Kawasaki Versys 650 motorcycle in the Indian market, priced at Rs 8.63 lakh (ex-showroom). For the 2026 model year, the Versys 650 receives a subtle visual refresh in the form of a new grey-and-black livery with green accents. Apart from this updated paint finish, there are no changes in its design or hardware, although the latest version is now priced at Rs 15,000 more than before. Interested customers can book the new bike online or by visiting their nearest Kawasaki dealership, with deliveries expected to begin from January 2026.The updated Versys 650 adopts…
Kawasaki has launched the updated Z650RS in India, with the middleweight priced at Rs 7.83 lakh, ex-showroom. With this update, the motorcycle brings some notable changes while the mechanicals remain unchanged. The biggest update for the 2026 model year is under the skin. The Z650RS continues with the same 649cc, parallel-twin engine, but it is now E20-compliant, in line with Kawasaki’s wider move to update the 650cc range. The engine produces 68 hp and 62.1 Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. An assist and slipper clutch are offered as standard.In terms of design, Kawasaki has retained…
Renault India has announced price revisions across its model range, with vehicles becoming slightly costlier from January 2026. The French carmaker confirmed that prices will increase by 2 percent, with the revised rates coming into effect from January 1, 2026.According to the company, the decision has been taken in response to rising input costs and broader macroeconomic pressures. Renault clarified that the extent of the increase will vary depending on the model and variant, although it has capped the increase at 2 percent. Best time to buy till the end of the year Buyers planning to buy a Renault still…
The following article is an advertisement.Maruti Suzuki Victoris, the brand’s newly launched flagship for the Arena range, has been a significant addition to the company’s portfolio. This SUV is aimed squarely at young professionals who want a car that reflects their lifestyle, values and aspirations. And bingo! The car makes deliveries. Since its launch, the model has impressively garnered over 40,000 bookings. Fast forward to December, the SUV has now bagged the coveted Indian Car of the Year award for 2026. This is definitely the most advanced SUV from Maruti Suzuki till date. Thanks to its robust design, high-end technology,…
This article is an advertisement. Mahindra’s efforts in electric mobility are clearly gaining momentum, and the XEV 9S is one of the most important models in that journey so far. It joins the brand’s EV line-up as India’s first mass-market, three-row electric SUV and as a seven-seat alternative to the XEV 9E. But seeing it simply as an expanded version would miss the point. The XEV 9S has been developed as a proper family-focused electric SUV, built around space, comfort and everyday utility, while also delivering performance and technology. In many ways, it fills a gap that has existed in…
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When Kia first came to India, it did so with confidence and the reason for this was the Seltos. The mid-size SUV not only put the brand on the map; It shook up the segment and regularly went head-to-head with established favourites. Fast forward a few years, and the landscape has become far more crowded, with buyers’ choices and expectations greater than ever. Now, the Seltos is back with a brand new look, aiming to remain relevant in the space it once helped redefine. This new second generation combines everyday practicality and family-friendly comfort with the appeal that made the…
Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM), the electric mobility arm of Tata Motors, has outlined an ambitious roadmap for its electric vehicle business, announcing plans to launch five new electric cars by FY2030 and build a large charging ecosystem in India. The announcement comes at a time when the company has already crossed a major milestone in its EV journey, selling 2,50,000 electric cars in the country.Tata Motors, which was one of the early movers into India’s electric passenger vehicle sector with Nexon.ev, said more than one lakh of its total EV sales came from Nexon alone. Based on this strong…
Tata Motors has expanded the powertrain options for the Harrier and Safari by introducing a new turbo-petrol option. Both SUVs now get the 1.5-litre Hyperion turbo-petrol engine, which recently debuted in the Sierra. However, the situation is different for these SUVs.The new petrol engine produces 170 PS and 280 Nm of torque. With this addition, the Harrier and Safari now cater to buyers who prefer petrol power, especially as the demand for petrol SUVs continues to grow in the market.Along with the new engine, Tata has also introduced several feature upgrades across the range. Both SUVs now come with a…