Maruti Suzuki has once again showcased the flex fuel version of its popular hatchback Wagon R. This is the country’s first flex-fuel passenger car. The model was displayed ahead of World Environment Day, as the government is pushing for higher ethanol blending in the fuel to reduce crude oil imports and emissions. The company has not yet confirmed the launch timeline of Wagon R Flex Fuel.Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Flex Fuel: All you need to knowThe Wagon R Flex Fuel is engineered to run on E85 fuel, which contains up to 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent petrol. While most…
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Royal Enfield recently expanded its 650cc motorcycle lineup in India with the launch of the all-new Bullet 650. However, the new Royal Enfield Bullet 650 is not the only retro middleweight motorcycle in the segment. One of its closest rivals is the BSA Goldstar 650. If you are planning to buy a retro 650cc motorcycle, here is a quick comparison between the Royal Enfield Bullet 650 and the BSA Goldstar 650.Royal Enfield Bullet 650 and BSA Goldstar 650: PricingTalking about the price, Royal Enfield Bullet 650 has been launched at a starting price of Rs 3.65 lakh, ex-showroom. In comparison,…
Hero MotoCorp has finally launched its flex-fuel commuter motorcycles in India: the Splendor+ Flex Fuel and the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel. The motorcycles were unveiled by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari and Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri. Both the motorcycles are capable of running on ethanol blends up to E85.Hero Splendor+, HF-Deluxe flex fuel motorcycle: What’s new The new models retain their familiar design and underpinnings but feature refreshed graphics and a new digi-analog instrument cluster. Sales are scheduled to begin from July, with Delhi and Maharashtra being the first markets…
Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles today announced the launch of the new Intra V40 pickup truck. The latest addition to the company’s small commercial vehicle range comes with a CNG-petrol bi-fuel powertrain. It is aimed at customers seeking higher payload capacity, better operating efficiency and lower operating costs. The Integra V40 offers a payload capacity of 1,525 kg and a 2,960 mm (9.7 ft) load body, making it suitable for a wide range of cargo transportation applications. The new Intra V40 is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder engine that produces 58bhp and 106Nm of torque. The pickup is equipped with a…
Bollywood actor Kunal Khemu has brought home a new luxury electric SUV. He has bought a Mercedes-Benz G 580, aka electric G-Class, with EQ technology. The actor was recently seen taking delivery of the car, pictures of which were shared by the dealership on its Instagram handle. Here’s a quick look at all the key details you need to know about this model.The Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ technology is currently priced at Rs 3 crore, ex-showroom.Mercedes-Benz G 580: description The Mercedes-Benz G 580 is currently one of the most talked-about luxury electric SUVs globally. Despite the switch to an…
Italian supercar maker Lamborghini has taken delivery of the Temerario for the first time in India, marking the arrival of the brand’s latest hybrid supercar in the country. The delivery also represents an important step in Lamborghini’s electrification strategy as the company moves toward high-performance hybrid models. This model made its debut in India last year, priced at Rs 6 crore, ex-showroom.lamborghini temerario:PowertrainThe Lamborghini Temerario replaces the Huracan in the brand’s global lineup and brings with it an entirely new powertrain. At the heart of the supercar is a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine paired with three electric motors and…
Bajaj Auto has quietly launched the 2026 Avenger Street 220 in India. The updated cruiser motorcycle is now listed on the company’s official website with a price of Rs 1.30 lakh, ex-showroom. Recently, Bajaj also discontinued the smaller Avenger Street 160 from the Indian market. This means that the Avenger lineup now consists of only two models: the Avenger Cruise 220 and the new Avenger Street 220.2026 Bajaj Avenger Street 220: Main Details The new Avenger Street 220 gets a 220cc single-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine. The motor produces 19 hp and 17.6 Nm of peak torque, and comes mated to a…
India’s passenger vehicle market saw strong momentum in May 2026, with many carmakers reporting good year-on-year growth. Leading the group was Maruti Suzuki, which recorded its highest-ever monthly sales, while companies like Tata Motors, Hyundai, Mahindra, Kia and Toyota also recorded positive growth during the month.Car sales May 2026: How did the brands perform?Maruti Suzuki India recorded total sales of 2,42,688 units in May 2026, the company’s best ever monthly performance. Total sales increased by about 34.8 percent compared to 1,80,077 units sold in May 2025.The company’s domestic sales also reached a new all-time high of 1,93,535 units, registering a…
Mini India has recently started pre-bookings for the new Mini Countryman C SUV in the Indian market. And now, the made-in-India SUV will be launched in the Indian market on June 17, 2026. Interested customers can book the car exclusively through Mini dealerships. The new Mini Countryman C will be produced locally at the BMW Group plant in Chennai. The upcoming Countryman is likely to be priced between Rs 40 lakh and Rs 45 lakh. The new SUV will compete with the likes of BMW X1, Audi Q3, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Volvo XC40 and other similarly priced SUVs.The new Mini Countryman…
India’s push towards alternative fuels is set to gain momentum this week, with both Maruti Suzuki and Hero MotoCorp preparing to introduce their first flex-fuel vehicles for the Indian market. While Hero will launch its first ethanol-powered motorcycle on June 3, Maruti Suzuki is preparing to unveil the country’s first mass-market flex-fuel passenger car on June 4.New flex-fuel motorcycles, cars for India: Everything you need to knowUnion Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari recently confirmed that Maruti Suzuki’s new vehicle will be capable of running on 100 percent ethanol fuel, also known as E100.Along with Gadkari, Union Petroleum and…