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CHENNAI: The first round of the MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National car racing championship 2025 is set to commence at the refurbished Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore on Saturday, while boasting of 75 entries across various categories. The compact 2.3 kilometre long circuit with 16 turns, will witness both single-seaters - the MRF F2000 and F1600, Formula LGB 1300 - and saloon cars that include the Indian Touring Cars (ITC), the newly introduced ITC1625, Super Stock and the Indian Junior Touring Ca ...Read More >
New Delhi, India - Tesla is finally cruising in India, the world's third-largest car market, with the launch of its Model Y. The rollout marks the culmination of a decade-long, topsy-turvy journey.Showcased at its new showroom in Mumbai, India's financial capital, on Tuesday, Tesla's Model Y is now on sale for about $70,000, a price comparatively higher than in any other major market. Elon Musk's electric vehicle (EV) company is braving high tariffs and stiff competition in India's nascent but ...Read More >
New Delhi, India - Tesla is finally cruising in India, the world's third-largest car market, with the launch of its Model Y. The rollout marks the culmination of a decade-long, topsy-turvy journey. Showcased at its new showroom in Mumbai, India's financial capital, on Tuesday, Tesla's Model Y is now on sale for about $70,000, a price comparatively higher than in any other major market. Elon Musk's electric vehicle (EV) company is braving high tariffs and stiff competition in India's nascent bu ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Tesla is finally here. The electric car giant run by Elon Musk opened its first India showroom in Mumbai's BKC on Tuesday. Musk had set his eyes on India since at least 2015, but high tariffs, limited flexibility, and charging infrastructure challenges, kept Tesla away from the country, which the company had described as a hard market. While bookings opened on Tuesday, deliveries of Model Y SUVs, prices for which start at Rs 61-lakh on-road (500km range), will begin in Oct. A 'long-range ...Read More >
Kolkata: A day after DGCA ordered checks on fuel control switches of Boeing aircraft based on a Special Airworthiness Information Bulletin (SAIB) NM-18-33 issued by US regulator Federal Aviation Authority in Dec 17, 2018, an Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by FAA on Sept 19, 2015, on fuel shutoff valves has come to light.This AD, which required mandatory compliance, was flagged again a month later by UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which issued a safety notice requiring airlines to check ...Read More >
Mumbai : Tesla's long awaited India debut finally took place with chief minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurating its showroom in Mumbai on Tuesday. The Elon Musk-led car maker unveiled its Model Y compact all-electric SUV at its 'Experience Centre' in Bandra-Kurla Complex with the CM describing it as the "right city and the right state" for the launch."Mumbai stands for innovation and sustainability. In 2015, when I went to the US, I had my first ride in a Tesla, and then I thought we need such a ...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 ...Read More >
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], July 8: BMW Group India has announced a change in personnel at the helm with Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar being appointed as the President and Chief Executive Officer effective 1 September 2025. Also Read | Dau Lal Vaishnaw Dies: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw's Father Passes Away in Jodhpur. Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar succeeds Mr. Vikram Pawah who is taking charge as Chief Executive Officer of BMW Group Australia and New Zealand. Mr. Jean-Philippe Parain, Senior Vice Presi ...Read More >
Gurugram, July 8: BMW Group India on Tuesday announced to appoint Hardeep Singh Brar as the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from September 1. Brar succeeds Vikram Pawah who is taking charge as Chief Executive Officer of BMW Group Australia and New Zealand, the luxury automaker said in a statement. "India is among the fastest growing markets for BMW Group and an important pillar of our long-term success strategy for the region. Hardeep Singh Brar holds vast expertise and a ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 3 (PTI) German premium car maker BMW group on Thursday reported a 10 per cent jump in total sales in India at 7,774 units in the January-June period of 2025 over the same period year-ago, The Group had sold 7,081 units of BMW and Mini brands of cars in India in the first of CY 2024. Besides, the company also retailed 2,569 Motorrad brand of motorcycles during the period under review. The company also said it continued its leadership position in the luxury electric vehicle sales in ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 3 (PTI) German premium car maker BMW group on Thursday reported a 10 per cent jump in total sales in India at 7,774 units in the January-June period of 2025 over the same period year-ago, The Group had sold 7,081 units of BMW and Mini brands of cars in India in the first of CY 2024. Also Read | Who Is Soham Parekh, Indian Techie Accused of Duping Multiple Companies? What's His Reaction to Allegations of Moonlighting?. Besides, the company also retailed 2,569 Motorrad brand of moto ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 2 (PTI) Hyundai Motor India Ltd on Wednesday said its popular SUV model Creta has emerged as the best-selling passenger vehicle in the domestic market in June this year. Creta was the highest-selling model in the country for June 2025 with 15,786 units sold in the month, Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) said in a statement. Maruti Suzuki India's compact sedan Dzire was the second-best-selling model with 15,484 units in June followed by its compact SUV Brezza with 14,507 units in t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 2 (ANI): Maruti Suzuki reported a decline in its domestic passenger vehicle sales in June 2025; however, the company reported a 22 per cent increase in exports. According to company data, total domestic passenger vehicle sales fell to 1,18,906 units in June 2025 compared to 1,37,160 units in the same month last year. This marks a drop of 13.3 per cent year-on-year for June. The decline in sales was also visible in the first quarter of FY2025-26. From April to June 2025, ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 1 (PTI) Maruti Suzuki India on Tuesday reported a 6 per cent year-on-year decline in total sales to 1,67,993 units in June. The country's largest carmaker had sold a total of 1,79,228 units in June 2024. Its total domestic passenger vehicle dispatches to dealers stood at 1,18,906 units last month compared to 1,37,160 units in the year-ago period, a dip of 13 per cent, Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said in a statement. "The slowdown in passenger vehicle sales is largely due to a sha ...Read More >
India's love for small cars is under pressure. Demand for hatchbacks has fallen sharply in the last two years, forcing the industry to rethink. Now reports suggest the government might soften fuel efficiency norms after automakers, especially Maruti Suzuki, raised concerns. If this change goes ahead, it could revive interest in compact cars. Maruti Suzuki remains one of India's top-selling brands, with bestsellers like Alto and WagonR ruling city roads for years. Earlier, these smaller models c ...Read More >
Bhopal, June 27 (UNI) In a bizarre incident, 19 vehicles of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav's convoy broke down together after diesel allegedly mixed with water was filled in their tanks at a fuel station in the Ratlam district of the state late Thursday night. Authorities carried out an inspection of the fuel station, and subsequently it was sealed. The stalled vehicles, mostly Toyota Innovas, had to be towed away and a replacement fleet was summoned hurriedly from Indore, to be ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 27: Mahindra Scorpio N with ADAS is launched in India with tech upgrade for the vehicle. The new update introduces Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite, which is now available on the Z8L trim and a newly added Z8T variant. Mahindra Auto aims to boost safety and convenience for its passengers through this upgrade. The ADAS features in the Mahindra Scorpio N will be available in manual and automatic variants. Mahindra has also introduced a new Z8T trim, priced a ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 7: Japanese carmaker Suzuki Motor has reportedly paused the production of its Swift compact cars at factories in Japan. The halt is said to be due to a shortage of key components, which has been caused by China's restrictions on exporting rare earth materials. These rare earth elements are essential in the manufacturing of vehicles. As per reports, the supply chain issues triggered by the export curbs have impacted Suzuki's ability to maintain output levels for its Swift model. ...Read More >
Bengaluru : India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd., in line with its customer-centric approach and to cater to the growing demand for premium motorcycles, has announced a price reduction of up to INR 1.10 lakh on its flagship models - the Yamaha R3 and MT-03 effective from 1st February 2025. These models, known for their superior performance and Yamaha's signature racing DNA, are now available at unbeatable prices. As Yamaha celebrates a decade of the R3 legacy globally, this price revision reinforc ...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 seda ...Read More >
New Delhi -- Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) has launched the 3rd Generation Honda Amaze, marking its global debut in India. Priced between Rs 7,99,900 and Rs 10,89,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the introductory pricing is valid for 45 days. The new Amaze sets a benchmark as India's most affordable car with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). A New Standard in Compact Sedans The all-new Amaze combines stylish design, cutting-edge safety, and modern connectivity. Offered in three trims -- V, VX ...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 an ...Read More >
BMW launched its M2 four-door coupe in India, priced at ₹1.03 crore (ex-showroom). The BMW M2 was first introduced in the Indian market in 2023, and it is now being offered as a completely built-up (CBU) unit. A year and a half later, it is getting its much-needed facelift with updated performance, a new design, and modern features. The compact two-door, Sports coupe is a more souped-up version of the standard BMW 2 series. It has sportier design elements and ditches most of the chrome present ...Read More >
Syros will be the 7th car from Kia in India after Sonet, Carens, Seltos, Carnival, EV6 and EV9 Kia has officially announced that the global debut of its highly anticipated compact SUV, Syros, will take place on December 19. After multiple teasers, this announcement adds to the excitement around Kia's latest offering, which is set to bridge the gap between the popular Sonet and Seltos in the brand's lineup. Designed to cater to the evolving needs of Indian customers, Syros aims to be a game-chan ...Read More >
The Mahindra BE 6e has brought a whole new design philosophy, carrying the carmaker's new 'Born Electric' brand identity. This all electric SUV sports a distinctive design, unlike anything witnessed here on the Indian roads till date. What adds to its unique look is its short and sweet colour palette, which offers a mix of five monotone colour options. The car will be on display at showrooms from January 2025 onwards so if you're keen on getting this stylish electric SUV later on, here is an ov ...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 fu ...Read More >
Auto Components 1 min read BYD to launch its next-generation blade battery in 2025 The current generation of BYD's Blade batteries powers its EVs and is also used by other big automakers such as Hyundai, Kia, Ford, Toyota, and Tesla. Made from Lithium-Ion Phosphate chemistry, the Blade batteries are more cost-effective than traditional Lithium-Ion batteries. China's electric vehicle giant BYD will launch the new generation of the Blade battery for electric cars next year. The new batteries will ...Read More >
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