Mercedes-Benz India has recorded its highest-ever sales in the first half and second quarter, continuing its growth momentum in the country’s luxury car market. The German luxury carmaker retailed 9,768 vehicles between January and June 2026, registering a growth of 9 percent year-on-year as compared to 9,013 units sold during the same period last year.The company recorded its best-ever performance, retailing 4,637 cars between April and June 2026, up 10 percent from 4,238 units in Q2 2025. According to Mercedes-Benz, strong demand for newly launched models, particularly the CLA BEV, as well as continued interest in its core and top-end…
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This article is written by Sai Sridhar, Managing Director, Electrobit India Pvt. Ltd. Ltd., CRO – APAC.The automotive industry is at a turning point, and software is now in the driver’s seat. For decades, vehicles were defined by engineering precision, manufacturing scale, and mechanical innovation. That era is over. Today, vehicles are evolving into software-defined platforms, and with it, a hard truth is emerging: Automakers that can’t manage software post-production will struggle to remain competitive.This is why over-the-air (OTA) updates are no longer optional; They are original. In the past, improving a vehicle after it left the factory required expensive…
Hero MotoCorp’s upcoming flagship adventure motorcycle has once again been spotted testing, this time in Ladakh. The heavily camouflaged prototype, widely expected to be called Xpulse 421, appears to be in advanced stages of development as the company continues to evaluate it in high-altitude conditions ahead of its global debut. Once launched, the motorcycle is expected to take on rivals like the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.The latest spy images reveal several design cues despite the camouflage. At the front, the motorcycle has a rally-inspired stance with a tall windscreen and a vertically stacked LED headlamp housed within a sharply styled…
After a video posted by a Toyota Innova Hycross owner from Bihar went viral on social media, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has issued an official statement, clarifying that the problem was caused by contaminated fuel and not the use of E20 petrol.The controversy started when Bihar-based YouTuber Manish Kashyap shared two videos claiming that his Toyota Innova HighCross developed engine-related problems after filling it with E20 petrol. In the video, Kashyap alleged that the hybrid MPV, which had covered around 12,000 km, started showing symptoms like engine vibration, knocking and breakdown. Responding to the allegations, Toyota said that the Innova…
JSW MG Motor India has revised the prices of the Windsor EV in India, increasing prices by up to Rs 60,000 across the model range. The latest revision, effective from July 2026, is likely to be due to rising production costs.The Windsor EV is currently available in five variants, and the price has increased with each trim. The biggest revision has been made to the entry-level Excite variant, the price of which has now increased from Rs 14.10 lakh to Rs 14.70 lakh. This means an increase of Rs 60,000.The Exclusive variant has become costlier by Rs 46,900 and is…
Renault India recently launched the 2026 Renault hatchback in the Indian market. The new Kwid includes a revised variant range, exterior and interior design updates, additional features and more. Interested customers can book the car online or by visiting their nearest dealership. Delivery will start soon. The updated hatchback is now offered in two variants – Evolution and Climber – with both manual and AMT transmission options. The 2026 Kwid gets some styling updates, including a new 3D Renault logo, redesigned dual-tone covers for the 14-inch steel wheels and a silver-finished Kwid badge with revised font on the tailgate. Apart…
Kia India has expanded the Seltos lineup with the launch of two new top-spec variants, the GTX (O) and X-Line (O). Its price is Rs 21.57 lakh, ex-showroom. The new trims bring additional safety, technology and convenience features and are available with both turbo-petrol and diesel engine options.The biggest highlight of the GTX(O) and X-Line(O) is the introduction of ADAS F+, which includes 28 advanced safety features. The package includes functions such as Front Collision Avoidance Assist with Junction Crossing, Lane Change Oncoming, Lane Change Side and Evasive Steering Assist as well as navigation-based smart cruise control for curves and…
Skoda Auto India today finally launched the new Skoda Kodiaq RS in the Indian market, which is priced at Rs 66.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The limited-run performance SUV soon attracted keen interest from enthusiasts across the country, and all 50 units from the initial allotment have already been booked. With all 50 units now sold out, it remains to be seen whether Skoda Auto India will allocate additional units of the Kodiaq RS for the Indian market. The new Skoda Kodiaq RS will be powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder turbo petrol engine that produces 265hp and 400Nm of torque. Compared to…
Renault India is all set to launch the new and updated Renault Kwid in the Indian market tomorrow i.e. on July 3, 2026. While the company is yet to reveal full specifications, teaser images and recent spy photos indicate that the model will receive visual revisions, additional equipment and cabin upgrades, while its mechanical setup is expected to remain unchanged.The 2026 Renault Kwid facelift is expected to get a revised exterior and an updated cabin while retaining the existing powertrain. The refreshed hatchback is likely to be priced slightly higher than the existing model, which is available between Rs 4.30…
Tata Motors recently launched the new Tata Sierra EV SUV in the Indian market, with prices ranging from Rs 18.79 lakh to Rs 25.99 lakh (both prices ex-showroom; an additional Rs 49,000 for the 7.2kW home charger and its installation). Interested customers can book the new Sierra EV online or by visiting their nearest dealership. Deliveries will begin from July 15, 2026. The EV competes with the Mahindra BE6, Hyundai Creta EV, MG ZS EV, BYD Auto 3 and other mid-size EVs in the Indian market. In this article, let’s take a look at the detailed variant-wise features along with…