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Gets a triple-screen layout featuring an entertainment screen for the co-driver The much-anticipated Mahindra XEV 9e has been revealed in all its glory, at a starting price of Rs 21.9 lakh (ex-showroom). The XEV 9e is the production-spec version of the XUV e9 and is a mid-size electric SUV which will be positioned above the XUV400 and the newly revealed BE 6e in Mahindra's electric SUV lineup. The XUV 9e is ground-breaking in many departments, whether it is its futuristic design, sophisticated interior or its powertrain options. To understand what the XEV 9e is all about, here are is a detailed look at the electric SUV: The Mahindra XEV 9e is essentially a mid-size electric SUV in a coupe body style, which looks like a facelifted version of the XUV700 (if it was a SUV-coupe), however, it's anything but. Up front, it sports a modern and muscular look with connected LED DRLs which have an inverted L-shaped design. The LED headlamps are vertically stacked and you also get a closed-off grille and a minimalist-looking bumper. Coming to the sides, it sports an attractive coupe-design featuring a sloping roofline. It gets 19-inch aerodynamic alloy wheels. Flush door handles further add a hint of premiumness to the sporty design. The sloping roofline merges seamlessly with the tailgate, without any cuts/creases or sudden tapering of the roofline. You also get a shark fin antenna and a little roof-mounted spoiler to accentuate its sportiness. Complimenting its front look, the rear also gets a connected lighting setup featuring sleek-connected LED tail lamps. But the tailgate is anything but sleek, as it looks like a single and chunky block of metal, just covered ever so slightly towards its opposite ends. The interior of the XEV 9e too looks like an update to the XUV700, but an extensive update to say the least. Two large screens are found desirable, but this one gets three screens, making it the first mid-size SUV to get the extra screen for the passenger side. The three displays comprise a driver's display, an infotainment unit and an entertainment screen for the co-driver. The XEV 9e gets a new two-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated logo in the middle. A fixed panoramic glass roof is also offered, which is one of the many features on offer. In terms of features, you get a 10.25-inch digital drivers's display, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an entertainment screen, a panoramic glass roof, wireless Android Auto and Apple Carplay, dual-zone climate control, multi-colour ambient lighting, powered and ventilated front seats, cruise control, heads-up display, 16 speakers Harman Kardon audio system, and multiple wireless phone chargers. Safety is taken care of by 7 airbags, a 360-degree camera, auto park, front and rear parking sensors, a suite of ADAS features and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
The XEV 9e on the other hand, gets a triple screen layout with more futuristic elements. The XEV 9e will also have a touch-based control panel, again similar to what we've seen in Tata Motors cars. It will place controls for the air conditioning, hazard lights and other functions. The centre console will house an illuminated gear selector which by the way looks like an upgraded version of the one seen in the XUV 400. The BE 6e features an aircraft cockpit design split centre console. It features a two-spoke steering wheel with twin screens for the infotainment and for the instrument cluster w ...Read More >
Mumbai : Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a leading manufacturer of premium cars in India today unveiled and launched its much-awaited all-new 3 Generation Honda Amaze. This marks the global debut of the new generation Amaze in India, a key market for Honda globally and the first country to launch the new model. The all-new Amaze will be available at an introductory price range of Rs 7,99,900 - Rs. 10,89,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi); valid till 45 days from launch. The stylish and premium compact sedan has been designed to offer an OUTCLASS and delightful sedan experience that meets the aspirations ...Read More >
Mumbai : Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a leading premium car manufacturer in India today launched two exclusive editions of its popular SUV - Honda Elevate Black Edition and Honda Elevate Signature Black Edition. These exclusive editions have been introduced in new Crystal Black Pearl colour. Introduced in response to a popular demand received from the market, these premium black editions will cater to customers who are seeking a bold, sophisticated and distinctive designed SUV experience from Honda. Speaking about the new Black Editions of the Honda Elevate, Mr. Takuya Tsumura, President and ...Read More >
MUMBAI - Tesla India has made its official entry into India, launching its first showroom in Mumbai's upscale Bandra Kurla Complex at Maker Maxity Mall. This new 4,000-square-foot "Experience Centre," opened by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on July 15, signals Tesla's arrival in the world's third-largest car market. A second showroom will open soon in Delhi's Aerocity, as Tesla aims to attract India's luxury electric vehicle buyers. High import taxes and a lack of charging stations remain tough hurdles. This expansion is part of Tesla India's strategy to tap into the growing d ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
NewsVoirNew Delhi [India], August 21: TVS Motor Company, a global leader in two and three-wheeler manufacturing, today launched the TVS King Kargo HD EV - engineered for the evolving needs of the urban and semi-urban logistics segment. The TVS King Kargo HD is purpose-built to combine cutting-edge technology, robust design, performance and reliability. The company also showcased the TVS King Kargo HD CNG variant, which will be launched before the end of the calendar year '25.The TVS King Kargo HD EV is designed to elevate safety, comfort, and connectivity for last-mile delivery operators. It i ...Read More >
The BE 6e, just as its name sounds, stands out as a futuristic, power-packed, and sporty electric Mahindra SUV on Indian roads. The highly anticipated Mahindra BE 6e, an all-electric compact SUV, has been finally launched at an introductory price of Rs 18.9 lakh (ex-showroom). Globally revealed alongside its sibling, the XEV 9e, this born-electric offering from Mahindra seems to be good enough (on-paper) to position itself as India's answer to luxury compact SUVs from global brands. With its futuristic design, a wealth of modern features, and an impressive power output - the highest in its fa ...Read More >
Hyderabad: TVS Motor Company has silently launched a new special edition version of its popular and best-selling scooter, Jupiter 110, in India. The new TVS Jupiter 110 Stardust Black Edition is currently positioned above the top-spec Disc SXC variant. It is priced at Rs 95,231 (ex-showroom, Telangana). It features an all-black finish with bronze badging, while retaining the same engine, dimensions, and features of the standard Jupiter 110. The special edition scooter also features LED lighting. TVS Jupiter 110 Stardust Black Edition: What's new? The Jupiter 110 Stardust Black Edition featur ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Tata Motors on Tuesday reported an 8.47 per cent decline in total sales as the carmaker sold 2,10,415 units in the April-June quarter of FY26, compared to 2,29,891 units sold during the same period previous year (Q1 FY25). Both commercial and passenger vehicle segments saw a drop in numbers. Commercial vehicle sales stood at 85,606 units, down 6 per cent year-on-year (YoY), while passenger vehicle sales dropped 10 per cent to 1,24,809 units. Domestic sales for Tata Motors in June 2025 also fell 12 per cent compared to June 2024. However, the company saw some ...Read More >
New Delhi: Perhaps you do not know, because Mahindra has once again prepared to make a big bang in the auto market. This time the company is ready to create a big stir on the occasion of Independence Day. The company has prepared to unveil many new concept vehicles and a new platform during its special program Freedom NU in Mumbai. The model that is being discussed the most among these cars is Mahindra Vision T. It can be liked a lot among the customers in the market, which will create a stir among everyone. It can get a good response among the customers. You can know the important updates re ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 9 (PTI) JSW MG Motor on Wednesday said the global shortage of rare earth magnets, a key component in motors used for electric vehicles, has not impacted its production currently and is unlikely to impact it in the immediate future, but it is keeping a close watch on the developments. The company, which launched its first premium car showroom, MG Select, in Thane in the Mumbai Metropolitan region, also said that the curbs by China on the supply of magnets have been impacting not only the EV makers but ICE (internal combustion engine) powered vehicle makers as well. Also Read | Kol ...Read More >
It has a 156 km range and costs Rs 3.85 lakh. A CNG version is also planned. The company will first launch in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Gujarat and Maharashtra. TVS expects EVs to dominate 60% of the three-wheeler market by 2030. TVS Motor Company on Thursday expanded its electric commercial vehicle range with the introduction of a three-wheeler for the cargo segment. The company had forayed into the electric three-wheeler segment earlier this year with the launch of the King EV MAX to cater to the ...Read More >
Srinagar, Sep 15: Royal Enfield has unveiled the upgraded 2025 Meteor 350 line-up in India, featuring four variants -- Fireball, Stellar, Aurora, and Supernova -- across seven new colour schemes. The refreshed range combines the iconic cruiser design with modern enhancements, aiming to deliver a premium mid-size touring experience. Powered by a 349cc air-cooled J-series engine producing 20.2 BHP at 6,100 rpm and 27 Nm torque at 4,000 rpm, the Meteor 350 continues to offer smooth city rides and effortless long-distance cruising. Upgrades include LED headlamps, Tripper navigation pod, LED turn ...Read More >
Thoothukudi, India. Vietnam's Vinfast on Monday began production at a $500 million electric vehicle plant in southern India's Tamil Nadu state, part of a planned $2 billion investment in India and a broader expansion across Asia. The factory in Thoothukudi will initially make 50,000 electric vehicles annually, with room to triple output to 150,000 cars. Given its proximity to a major port in one of India's most industrialized states, Vinfast hopes it will be a hub for future exports to the region. It says the factory will create more than 3,000 local jobs. The Vietnamese company says it scou ...Read More >
Chennai, August 4: Vietnamese Electric Vehicle (EV) major VinFast on Monday officially inaugurated its assembly plant at Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, kicking off the move that will see a phased investment of up to Rs 16,000 crore. In its initial phase, the plant has a capacity to assemble 50,000 SUVs of its two premium electric SUV models -- the VF 6 and VF 7. The plant is scalable up to 150,000 units annually to meet the rising demand as the company aims to develop Thoothukudi as an export hub. VinFast sees the plant, backed by Tamil Nadu's robust infrastructure, skilled labour, and port acces ...Read More >
The Most powerful MINI Ever. The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman All4 launched in India The Most powerful MINI Ever. The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman All4 launched in India 8 min read Last Updated : Oct 14 2025 | 8:30 PM IST VMPL Greater Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 14: The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman All4 was launched in India today at Buddh International Circuit. The car will be available in the country as a completely built-up unit (CBU) and can be booked ...Read More >
The Hyundai Tucson has received 5-star rating on the Bharat NCAP crash test and has become the first Hyundai SUV to do so. The most premium SUV offered by the South Korean manufacturer joins the Mahindra and Tata SUVs in the list of 5 star SUVs offered in India. The Hyundai Tucson scores 30.84 out of 32 in the adult occupant protection. It has scored 41 out of 49 in the child occupant protection. It received OK in the side pole impact test. The model of Hyundai Tucson that was tested by the Bharat NCAP was the top-spec 2.0-litre petrol-AT Signature variant. The particular variant gets six air ...Read More >
Mahindra's total sales volumes stood at 79,083 in November 2024 with the company's SUV lineup making up a major share of 46,222 units Mahindra has released its sales data for November 2024. Sales of the company's passenger vehicles have improved to 46,222 units which was a 15.16% YoY growth from 39,981 units sold in Nov 2023. This related to a 6,241 unit volume growth. MoM sales however fell by 15.20% when compared to 54,504 units sold in Oct 2024 relating to a decline by 8,282 units. The company has just released two Electric Origin SUVs called the BE6e and XEV9e. Both these models are buil ...Read More >
Mumbai: Tesla Tuesday entered the Indian car market, launching its Rs 59.89 lakh Model Y SUV, as Maharashtra rolled out a red carpet for the EV maker, urging it to go beyond imports and anchor its manufacturing and R&D base in the state. At an event to mark Tesla's formal entry, Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis made a strong pitch to the Elon Musk-led automaker, positioning the state as Tesla's long-term base. "Mumbai and the people of India are going to love Tesla. But more than just being a big market, India is now a robust base for electric mobility manufacturing, especially Ma ...Read More >
Bengaluru : TVS Motor Company - a leading global automaker that operates in the two and three-wheeler segments - marked 20 years of its flagship motorcycle, TVS Apache by launching limited-edition variants across its fiery lineup - TVS Apache RTR 160, 180, 200 and TVS Apache RR310 and RTR310 while raising the benchmark for sports motorcycles in India with new, top-of-the-line trims, of the RTR 160 4V and RTR 200 4V. The limited-edition line-up features a unique black-champagne-gold livery, dual tone alloy wheels and USB charger and much more, making them true collector's pieces. The new 4V v ...Read More >
Rapper, singer-songwriter, and music mogul Badshah has just made history with a monumental addition to his garage, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Series II. Priced at a staggering $2 million (around Rs 12.45 crore on-road in Mumbai), this acquisition makes him the first India-born musician to own the latest edition of one of the world's most luxurious SUVs. With this purchase, Badshah now joins an elite club of Indian celebrities and business magnates, including Mukesh Ambani, Shah Rukh Khan, Allu Arj ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) India's economy witnessed its highest Navratri sales of consumer goods in over a decade, propelled by the government's next-gen GST reforms that reduced tax rates and made products more affordable for the consumers. These measures not only lowered prices but also unlocked consumer aspirations, enabling families to upgrade vehicles, invest in home appliances, and spend more freely on lifestyle goods, turning festive cheer into record-breaking consumption, as per the data. Leading car maker Maruti Suzuki clocked a 100 per cent growth in Navratri, which doubled ...Read More >
India's Diwali sales hit a record high of Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and Rs 65,000 crore in services. This represents a 25 percent increase over last year. GST reforms and strong consumer demand fueled this growth. Brick-and-mortar stores saw a significant revival. Rural and semi-urban areas contributed substantially to the sales surge. Buoyed by GST reforms and strong consumer demand, India saw Diwali sales reach Rs 5.40 lakh crore in goods and about Rs 65,000 crore in services across the coun ...Read More >
The XEV 9e is fast and even in the lower range mode feels smooth along with lots of performance.Source : Somnath Chatterjee Electric cars are different and Mahindra has thrown everything at their new range of EVs in terms of a new electric architecture along with specifications normally seen on luxury cars. The XEV 9e based on the Inglo platform is the bigger and more premium EV which starts at Rs 21.9 lakh while coming with two battery pack options- 59 and 79kwh. The 79 kwh battery pack means 656 km range and 284 bhp which means 0-100 km/h is just 6.8 seconds. The big XEV has lots of road p ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Honda Cars India Limited (HCIL) has launched the most awaited facelift of the Amaze today at an introductory price of Rs 7,99,990 (ex-showroom, Delhi). With new styling along with segment-first ADAS suite, Honda Connect, and features packed in, the third-generation Amaze will directly rival the recently launched Maruti Suzuki Dzire in the Indian market. 2025 Honda Amaze: Design The most noticeable feature of the sedan is its updated design. The front grille has a honeycomb design and a set of Bi Projector LED headlights and fog lamps at the bottom, similar to Honda Elevate. Coming ...Read More >
Jeep India has reintroduced the Meridian Limited (O) AT 4×4 variant, priced at Rs 36.79 lakh. This variant was part of the initial launch but was discontinued with the minor facelift last year. Now, the bookings for the Meridian Limited (O) AT 4×4 are open at Jeep dealerships across India. The Limited (O) 4×4 variant is priced Rs 2.3 lakh more than the 4×2 AT variant (Rs 34.49 lakh) and Rs 1.7 lakh less than the premium Overland 4×4 (Rs 38.49 lakh). It includes 4×4 tech such as terrain modes and hill-descent assist, closely mirroring the Overland trim, but without the Level 2 ADAS suite and l ...Read More >
Pune: Maruti Suzuki, India's biggest car maker, on Friday said it aims to be the largest producer of electric vehicles in the country and make India the export hub over the next one year. The Japanese giant will take on EV market leader Tata Motors, Mahindra and MG Motor in the electric car game in the country. To realize its goals Maruti Suzuki, which unveiled its first electric SUV e-Vitara at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in New Delhi on Friday, will introduce a range of six electric vehicle models by 2030. Suzuki Motor Corporation representative Director and President Toshihiro S ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh IT and Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday hailed the successful implementation of the state-wide 'Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) 2.0' programme. Expressing gratitude to all stakeholders, he credited the collective efforts of government and private schools, colleges, education officials, staff, headmasters, teachers, students, parents, donors, alumni, public representatives, and officers from various departments for making the event a success. ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 15 (ANI): Tesla has officially launched its Model Y electric midsize SUV in the Indian market, presenting a new option in the electric vehicle segment. A key highlight is the inclusion of Tesla Full-Self Driving (FSD) system, an advanced driver-assistance technology designed to enhance driving maneuvers. The Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant of the Model Y offers a stated range of 500 kilometers on a single charge. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. For rapid charging, the supercharge feature allows the RWD model to gain up to 238 kilometers of ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 15 (PTI) Global EV giant Tesla on Tuesday made its much-awaited entry into India, launching its Model Y with price starting at Rs 59.89 lakh while opening its first experience centre here. Tesla, led by American tech billionaire Elon Musk who had in the past cited India's high import tariffs for the company not entering the country earlier, will be importing the Model Y as a completely built unit (CBU), from its Shanghai manufacturing facility in China. The mid-sized electric SUV Model Y, which was once the world's best-selling car, will be offered in India in two variants -- rea ...Read More >