This article is written by Bharat Bala, builder and CEO of AMP EV.India’s electric vehicle (EV) story is moving beyond early adopters. With supportive policy, falling battery costs and rising consumer awareness, the question is no longer whether EV penetration will grow or not, but how they can continue to grow. The answer may lie in custom lending and subscription-based access.Car ownership in India has always been an aspirational one. However, EVs challenge the economics of ownership. Higher advances, rapid technology development, battery concerns and resale uncertainty are prompting structural rethinks. Ergo optimized access can be more powerful than ownership.Change…
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Formula 1 is back with a new season. Well and truly. There was plenty of drama in Australian Grand Prix qualifying today as Mercedes’ George Russell took pole position for the season opener at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit. The Briton topped the timesheets with a lap of 1 minute 18.518 seconds, 0.293 seconds ahead of teammate Kimi Antonelli in an impressive front-row lockout for the team.The season proved chaotic as teams adopted Formula 1’s biggest regulation change in years. Isak Hadjar placed his Red Bull Racing car third fastest, 0.785 seconds behind. He will start alongside Scuderia Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc,…
Image Credit: YT/HarshVlogs. Maruti Suzuki Brezza is set to get an update soon, with several testing vehicles spotted on Indian roads in recent months. The SUV, which enters its second generation in 2022, looks set to get a comprehensive makeover as it moves further into its lifecycle. While the basic structure of the vehicle is expected to remain unchanged, the upcoming version may bring noticeable updates to its styling, equipment list and possibly some mechanical elements as well. Here’s a quick look at some of the major updates we can expect.Maruti Suzuki Brezza Facelift: what to expectAs per the spy…
Mahindra BE6 is making a comeback in India in its special Batman edition. The limited-run model sold out almost immediately when it launched a few months ago. Mahindra & Mahindra has confirmed that it will reopen bookings for the electric SUV for a day on March 10, 2026, following strong customer demand. Delivery of the new batch is scheduled to begin from April 10, 2026.Mahindra BE6 Batman Edition: DescriptionThe special edition was originally slated to launch in August 2025 at a starting price of Rs 27.79 lakh, ex-showroom. It was introduced through a collaboration between Mahindra and Warner Bros.’s DC…
Aston Martin F1 Team team principal Adrian Newey has revealed that the team was surprised by changes within its engine partner Honda as preparations continue for the new Formula 1 regulations in 2026, the AP reports.Speaking on Friday, Newey said Aston Martin only realized late last year that Honda had retained a small portion of the staff that had previously helped deliver championship-winning power units. According to him, only about 30 percent of the original workforce remained involved when the Japanese manufacturer returned to the project, making the process of getting up to speed more challenging.The comments come just a…
The trend of electric vehicles is increasing in India. Electric scooters are now a regular sight in cities, and more families are bringing home EV cars as a second or even primary vehicle. Since public charging points are still on the rise, most owners rely on charging their vehicles at home. It is convenient and cheap too. But like any electrical device, EV charging requires a little care.-The first thing to remember is simple. Always use the charger provided by the manufacturer. EV chargers are designed to work best with the vehicle’s battery management system. A random third-party charger may…
Domestic automobile retail sales witnessed a strong rebound in February, growing at a faster year-on-year pace as demand improved across most vehicle segments. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA), total retail sales reached 24,09,362 units in February 2026, compared to 19,17,934 units in the same month last year. PTI reported that this is an increase of 25.62 percent.The dealers’ organization said this expansion is visible in almost all segments of the market. Five of the six vehicle categories: two-wheelers, three-wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and tractors, recorded the highest ever retail sales in February,…
Bengaluru-based EV maker Ultraviolette Automotive has launched a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) initiative called Battery Flex, allowing buyers to purchase the new Ultraviolette X‑47 crossover at a significantly lower upfront price. Take a quick look at the details here.Ultraviolette X47: BaaS details explainedWith the Battery Flex programme, the X-47 can now be had starting at Rs 1.49 lakh, while the battery pack is offered separately through a monthly subscription. Without BaaS, the ex-showroom price of the model is Rs 2.49 lakh.Subscription starts at Rs 2,499 per month and lasts for a period of five years. Ultraviolette says the new structure reduces the…
Maruti Suzuki introduced the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza at the 2016 Auto Expo, marking its entry into the compact SUV segment. The model was launched at a time when demand for sub-four-metre SUVs was on the rise, as buyers preferred more ground clearance and SUV-style design in smaller vehicles. The Vitara Brezza soon became a flagship product in the company’s lineup. Vitara Air It was also the first Maruti Suzuki model to be completely designed and developed in India. Mercedes-Benz V-Class: First look at the coolest MPV ever? | TOI AutoInitially launched as the Vitara Brezza with a diesel engine…
Royal Enfield’s first electric motorcycle was recently spotted testing on Indian roads without camouflage, giving us a glimpse of what its near-production look is like. The model, called Flying Flea C6, is expected to launch around April 2026 and will mark the debut of the brand’s new Flying Flea EV sub-brand.The Flying Flea C6 is different from most modern electric motorcycles in terms of design. Royal Enfield has taken inspiration from classic machines developed during World War II rather than a futuristic look. The motorcycle has a low-slung, bobber-style stance and the front end is slightly flared out. One of…