Hyundai Motor India today announced the launch of a new, more affordable version of the Venue diesel automatic. The new HX8 diesel AT is priced at Rs 13.70 lakh (ex-showroom), and previously, the diesel AT powertrain was offered only with the top-of-the-line HX10 trim, which was priced at Rs 15.51 lakh (ex-showroom). The introduction of the new variant has brought down the entry price of the diesel-AT option by Rs 1.81 lakh. The update comes as bookings for the new Venue have crossed 1 lakh since its launch in November last year. Interested customers can book the SUV online or…
Author: manojkumar@frontplayers.com
Bookings for the new Audi SQ8 have officially started in India ahead of its launch on March 17. Interested customers can reserve the performance SUV by paying a token amount of Rs 5 lakh through Audi India’s official website or myAudi Connect app. The company will reveal the final price of the model on the launch day.In Audi’s flagship SUV line-up the SQ8 sits between the standard Audi Q8 and the more extreme Audi RS Q8. With its arrival, the Q8 range in India will expand to three models.Audi SQ8: everything you need to knowIn terms of design, the SQ8…
Ola Electric has launched a limited-run Champions Edition of its flagship electric scooter and motorcycle to celebrate India’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The special edition versions of the Ola S1 Pro+ and Ola Roadster X+ will be available for a limited period and will come with cosmetic changes inspired by the country’s third T20 World Cup win.Ola S1 Pro+ and Ola Roadster X+ Champions Edition: What’s newThe Champions Edition model features a blue-themed livery, designed as a tribute to the national team’s achievement. The company has confirmed that this variant will be offered at no extra…
Source: Hyundai official brochure Hyundai has launched the 2026 Verna in India with updates to both the exterior and interior. The car has dual LED projector headlamp setup and black chrome radiator grille at the front. At the rear, the bumper design has been revised, and an aerodynamic spoiler is present. The alloy wheels are R16 diamond-cut design. Interior updates include dual 10.25-inch integrated displays for the infotainment system and digital cluster.The 2026 Hyundai Verna offers a combination of engine options, transmission, interior layout, exterior updates, and safety and technology features. Specifications reflect the options available in variants, engines and…
Ride-hailing services are generally safe, but sometimes, the services present strange scenarios. For example, in Mumbai, it is reported that a woman booked an Uber cab but found that the details of the car and driver did not match those shown by the application. She inquired about the discrepancy, but he immediately canceled the ride and left. Experts say that before boarding the cab, it is important to check the complete information about the driver and the cab. It is pointed out that it is better to take some precautions to avoid awkward situations.uber driver mismatch Mumbai commuters are confused…
Image Credit: X/KrishnaTOI A dramatic accident involving motovlogger Anurag Doval has raised fresh concerns over reckless driving after it was broadcast live on Instagram, with the video quickly going viral on the social media platform. Doval, widely known online as UK07 Rider, was reportedly driving a Toyota Fortuner on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway at the time of the accident.As can be seen in the video, Doval was traveling at a speed of more than 150 kmph during the livestreaming. The broadcast reportedly attracted over 80,000 viewers, with the rider showing off the vehicle’s speedometer and making emotional comments during the live…
Renault India is all set to unveil the new Renault Bridger concept SUV tomorrow i.e. on March 10, 2026. The Bridger will be the brand’s new sub-4-metre SUV, which is expected to be deployed alongside the Kiger. The name ‘Bridger’ is derived from the word ‘bridge’, with the letters ‘ER’ added for identification, and the SUV will be designed and developed in India. The company also said that the name is intended to symbolize connection, reflecting the brand’s idea of connecting innovation, design and markets through the upcoming compact SUV.According to the teaser, the design of the Renault Bridger Concept…
The Australian Grand Prix marked the beginning of a new era in Formula 1 with a dominant performance from George Russell, who converted his pole position into a comfortable victory at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit.Driving for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, Russell overcame an early challenge from Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. Both drivers traded the lead several times during the opening 10 laps in an intense battle at the front. Leclerc took the lead at Turn 1 after a strong start, but Russell soon made a comeback using the additional electrical energy on lap two. The Ferrari driver regained…
Who has written this article? Prateek Kamdar, Co-Founder and CEO, Neuron Energy.India’s electric vehicle revolution is often framed as a metro-led transition, with cities like Delhi, Bengaluru and Mumbai dominating. Yet the real boom is unfolding beyond these urban centres. Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are emerging as decisive growth engines of EV adoption due to practical mobility requirements, favorable ownership economics and expanding local ecosystem. What started as initial experimentation in metros is now translating into scalable demand in smaller cities, where electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers are becoming an integral part of daily transportation and local commerce.A growing base beyond…
Image Credit: X/Embedded Video. A video of Mahindra Bolero pick-up performing risky maneuvers in the mountains is going viral on social media. As can be seen in the video, a pickup truck is attempting to cross a deep gorge by carefully balancing on a set of metal pipes placed between two rocky banks. The incident is believed to have been recorded somewhere in the rural areas of Himachal Pradesh.In the short video, the light commercial vehicle can be seen slowly moving towards the narrow crossing before climbing over a set of metal pipes laid across the ditch. After this, the…