Maruti Suzuki India is focusing on smaller towns and rural areas with the expansion of its Nexa Studio retail network. The carmaker today inaugurated its 200th Nexa Studio outlet, taking the pace up since the concept was introduced in August 2024.what are Nexa Studio?Nexa Studio outlets are compact versions of regular Nexa showrooms and are primarily designed for tier-two and tier-three cities. It aims to provide a more premium retail experience to customers in smaller locations. In just 18 months, the company has opened 200 studios across 173 districts, and around 42,000 customers have taken delivery of vehicles through these…
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The government is working on a new system that could make it easier to penalize unsafe driving with a proposal to introduce a point-based mechanism for driving licenses. Under the scheme, motorists who repeatedly violate traffic rules may face suspension or even cancellation of their licenses.Speaking at the National Conference on Road Safety organized by industry body CII in New Delhi, Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said the proposed system aims to encourage responsible driving and reduce accidents. He said that people’s lives are extremely important and the government is taking several steps to improve road safety…
The upcoming electric Mercedes-Benz CLA is set to enter the Indian market in April 2026, which will bring the CLA nameplate back in all-electric form. Booking of the model will start from March 10. Once launched, the new electric sedan will compete with premium EVs like the BYD Seal, which is already on sale in India. Here’s how both electric sedans compare in terms of specifications, performance and range.Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric vs BYD Sealed: Battery, Range and SpecificationsThe Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric will be offered in 250+ variants and will use an 85 kWh battery pack. The company claims a WLTP-certified…
It wasn’t just engineers and designers who shaped America’s muscle car era. Marketing departments did their part by giving bold, dramatic names to already dramatic machines. In the 1960s and early 1970s, performance cars were given titles that suggested speed, danger, and defiance. Some were subtle. Most were not. Together, they defined an era when branding was as loud as the exhaust note. (PC: AI-generated) (TagstoTranslate)Muscle Car(T)Defined an Era(T)Dodge Challenger(T)Dodge Super Bee(T)Road Runner Superbird(T)Top American(T)Best American Muscle Car
If you are looking to buy an entry-level supersport motorcycle in India, options like the KTM RC 390 and the Kawasaki Ninja 300 are likely to be on your shortlist. Both are famous models of this segment. Here’s a look at how these two motorcycles compare in terms of engine specifications, performance, pricing and overall package.KTM RC 390 vs Kawasaki Ninja 300: Engine Specifications The biggest difference between the two motorcycles comes from their engines. The RC 390 is powered by a 373cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces around 43 hp and 37 Nm of torque. It is paired with…
Triumph Motorcycles India will introduce its new 350cc motorcycles in the Indian market in April 2026. Bajaj Auto Managing Director Rajiv Bajaj confirmed the timeline during an interview with CNBC TV18. The new 350cc platform will underpin Triumph’s India-made line-up, which includes the Speed 400, Scrambler 400 and Speed T4. This new engine is expected to be based on the existing 400cc unit, with a smaller bore and lower capacity while retaining the same stroke.The shift to lower displacement will help the company price the motorcycles more competitively. There is no confirmation whether the 400cc model will be phased out…
Covered 2,000 km in EV across Maharashtra (Image source: Canva) In a detailed post on Team-BHP, forum member Anurag.Somani shared his experience of driving almost 2,000 km across Maharashtra in an electric vehicle. What started as a planned family road trip from Mumbai to Tadoba and back turned into an honest look at the realities of highway EV travel, where the car impressed but the charging ecosystem often tested the patience.What was supposed to be a smooth Mumbai-Tadoba family drive turned out to be a lesson in detours, queues and lots of charging apps. The car did its job. The…
Kia India has recently introduced the next generation Kia Seltos in the Indian market. And now, the company’s next big launch, the Kia Ciros Electric, is expected this year. Ahead of its launch, the upcoming EV has been spotted testing on Indian roads under full camouflage. The Kia Ciros EV is expected to share most of its styling and components with the ICE-powered Ciros. However, it is likely to get subtle design changes to differentiate it as an electric model. Let’s take a look at what can be expected from the all-electric Kia Sciros. As can be seen in the…
India’s sedan segment is set for new activity in 2026, with many manufacturers planning updates and new launches to regain lost ground from SUVs. Facelifts of mid-size models like the Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia are expected along with other entries across segments. The upcoming sedan is likely to get design changes, revised interiors, additional safety features and powertrain updates. The renewed pressure comes as some buyers continue to prefer sedans for ride comfort and styling over large SUVs. In this article, let’s take a look at the top five sedans to be launched in 2026. Mercedes-Benz CLA ElectricThe first…
Isuzu Motor India recently launched the new 2026 Isuzu D-Max V-Cross pickup in the Indian market. The 2026 update brings minor cosmetic changes and an expanded equipment list, while the 4×2 option has also been removed from the D-Max V-Cross lineup. 4×4 drivetrain now offered as standard. The pick-up continues its rivalry with the Toyota Hilux, in this article, let’s compare the new V-Cross with the Hilux. 2026 Isuzu V-Cross vs Toyota Hilux: price, variants The Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Pickup is offered in four variants – Z Standard, Z Premium, Z Prestige Standard and Z Prestige Premium, priced between Rs…