Vietnamese EV maker VinFast has taken another step towards expanding its presence in India by signing an MoU with the Government of Tamil Nadu. As part of this arrangement, the company will gain access to 200 hectares at the SIPCOT Industrial Park near its current Thoothukudi base, paving the way for a major expansion.The move represents a new investment of US$500 million, the second phase of Vinfast’s larger US$2 billion plan for the region. The new phase will focus on building dedicated facilities for electric buses and electric two-wheelers, covering everything from manufacturing and assembly to testing. In return, the…
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Tata Motors has recently launched the new 2025 Tata Sierra SUV in the Indian market. It marks the return of the iconic Sierra nameplate, which was discontinued in 2003 and is a bold departure from the classic SUVs that ruled the roads in the 2000s. Interested customers can book the SUV online or by visiting their nearest Tata dealership from December 16, 2025, and deliveries will begin from January 15, 2026.Earlier, the company had announced its starting price only at Rs 11.49 lakh (ex-showroom). And now, Tata Motors has revealed the prices of most of the new Sierra variants, only…
Mahindra has released another teaser of the upcoming XUV 7XO, this time giving us a look at the cabin of the SUV. The short video gives the first look at the interior and confirms a major technological upgrade in the form of a triple-screen dashboard layout.The new XUV 7XO will have three large displays spanning the width of the dashboard. It includes a digital instrument cluster for the driver, a central infotainment screen and a dedicated screen for the front passenger. The layout is similar to what Mahindra already offers on the XEV 9S electric SUV.Another key feature highlighted in…
Tata Motors has revealed the full price list of the new Tata Sierra SUV. Earlier, the carmaker had only revealed the starting price, followed by the prices of select mid-spec variants, and now it has also revealed the prices of the range-topping variants. Prices for the Sierra range from Rs 11.49 lakh to Rs 21.29 lakh (ex-showroom). The detailed variant-wise price list is given below. The new Sierra has been introduced in seven variants, namely – Smart Plus, Pure, Pure Plus, Adventure, Adventure Plus, Accomplished and Accomplished Plus. Interested customers can book the SUV online or by visiting their nearest…
MG Motor India today announced the launch of the new 2026 MG Hector facelift in the Indian market, with prices starting at Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Prices for the updated MG Hector Plus, available in both 6- and 7-seater configurations, have also been announced, starting at Rs 17.29 lakh (ex-showroom). This update is the second major refresh of the Hector since its arrival in 2019 and includes noticeable cosmetic upgrades inside and out, additional features, advanced safety technology, and many other improvements. Currently, the company has announced prices only for the petrol variants, with prices for the diesel versions set…
Mahindra & Mahindra has just started accepting pre-bookings for the upcoming Mahindra XUV 7XO SUV. Interested customers can pre-book the SUV online on the company’s official website or at their nearest Mahindra dealership. The SUV is all set to make its debut on January 5, 2026 and is basically an updated version of the XUV700, and becomes the next combustion-engine model from the brand to adopt the revised naming convention after the XUV 3XO, which replaced the XUV300 through a significant redesign.Based on the additional equipment offered, the price of the XUV 7XO facelift is likely to increase marginally compared…
Domestic automaker Mahindra & Mahindra has released the first official teaser of the updated XUV700, which will be launched with its new name XUV 7X0. Scheduled for its debut on January 5, 2026, the Mahindra XUV 7XO becomes the brand’s next combustion-engine model to adopt the updated naming convention after the XUV 3XO, which replaced the XUV300 through a significant redesign.2025 Tata Sierra first drive review: The icon is back but worth the hype?In the teaser, Mahindra offers a quick glimpse of several updated styling cues – a redesigned front grille, sharper tail-lamp elements, and a profile showcasing new C-shaped…
Kia India is all set to launch the next generation Kia Seltos SUV in the Indian market tomorrow i.e. on December 10, 2025. The SUV will have a completely new design, a completely new design, additional features, better safety and more. The company has already released several teasers, giving us a clear look at the exterior including the front and rear profiles.2025 Tata Sierra first drive review: The icon is back but worth the hype?The next-generation Seltos will continue to compete with the likes of Hyundai Creta, Maruti Victoris, Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, VW Taigun and the recently launched Tata…
2026 Kia Seltos Design HighlightsFraming the new grille are Kia’s signature ice cube LED projectors paired with star map LED daytime running lights, which flow into a full-width LED signature at the rear. The SUV’s tougher, more streamlined look is emphasized by chunky skid plates at both ends, finished in satin silver or dark gunmetal depending on the trim level. High-spec variants dial up the visual drama with gloss-black bumper accents, neon-painted brake calipers, a sporty black headliner and a choice of larger 18-inch crystal-cut alloys or stealthy black wheels reserved for the X-Line.
Kia is preparing to start bookings for the new generation Seltos on December 11. The model was recently unveiled and bookings can be done for a token amount of Rs 25,000. Prices will be announced on January 2 and deliveries are expected to begin by mid-January. The updated Seltos will continue to compete in the much-coveted space that now includes the newly launched Tata Sierra and Hyundai Creta, which remain the segment leaders. Here’s a quick look at how these models stack up against each other in terms of engine options and specifications. 2026 Kia Seltos vs Tata Sierra vs…