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Mahindra Scorpio Classic makes official debut, comes as a slightly updated version of old-gen Scorpio

Mahindra Scorpio Classic makes official debut, comes as a slightly updated version of old-gen Scorpio

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The launch of the new Scorpio Classic SUV is a part of the company's plan to maintain the old-generation Scorpio's fan base by continuing to provide it in a new form following the release of the all-new Scorpio-N, which is a very new car overall.

Porsche brings the latest gen Cayenne Turbo GT to India for Rs 2.57 crore (ex-showroom)

Porsche brings the latest gen Cayenne Turbo GT to India for Rs 2.57 crore (ex-showroom)

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Porsche has launched the new Cayenne Turbo GT in India for a starting price of Rs 2.57 crore. Apart from the cosmetic changes, there are a number of key improvements in the drivetrain and suspension of the new Cayenne Turbo GT, making it much faster and agile than previous Cayennes.

Mahindra to begin deliveries of 2022 Scorpio-N from September 26, bookings start on July 30

Mahindra to begin deliveries of 2022 Scorpio-N from September 26, bookings start on July 30

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Mahindra will be delivering the first lot of 20,000 Scorpio-N starting September 26 and until December 2022. Based on customer enquiry trends, the company has prioritised the production of Z8 L variants to match customer expectations at the time of delivery

Carmakers struggle to meet whopping 6.5 lakh units backlog as chip shortage hits production

Carmakers struggle to meet whopping 6.5 lakh units backlog as chip shortage hits production

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The waiting period for company cars varies anywhere from 2 to 9 months. Petrol variants have two months of waiting, diesel variants have 3-5 months and City Hybrid has a waiting of 9 months for new bookings

The government is planning an electric highway between Delhi and Mumbai: Nitin Gadkari

The government is planning an electric highway between Delhi and Mumbai: Nitin Gadkari

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Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways in the Government of India announced that in order to boost India’s adoption of EVs, the Mumbai-Delhi highway will have electric highways. These highways will mainly be aimed at drivers with heavy cehickles.

Tata lost the number 2 position to Hyundai in June, planning to offer huge discounts in July

Tata lost the number 2 position to Hyundai in June, planning to offer huge discounts in July

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For a brief moment in 2022, Tata Motors occupied the number 2 spot in the Indian car market in terms of monthly sales. However, it lost that crown to Hyundai in June. Therefore to boost their sales, Tata Motors is offering heavy discounts in the month of July.

Tyres need to meet standards for rolling resistance, wet grip, rolling sound emissions from October

Tyres need to meet standards for rolling resistance, wet grip, rolling sound emissions from October

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Rolling resistance of a tyre has an impact on vehicle's fuel efficiency, wet grip capability influences braking performance of tyres under wet conditions and boost vehicular safety, while rolling sound emission relates to sound emitted from the contact between tyres in motion and the road surface

2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza launched in India, priced from Rs 7.99 lakh

2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza launched in India, priced from Rs 7.99 lakh

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After a number of teasers over the past week or so, Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the heavily updated Brezza in the country

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N — First drive review: When the going gets tough!

2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N — First drive review: When the going gets tough!

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Does the all-new Mahindra Scorpio-N have the necessary tools to make a mark in the crowded Indian SUV space once again? We find out!

Toyota is developing a brand new electric car for India, in partnership with Maruti Suzuki

Toyota is developing a brand new electric car for India, in partnership with Maruti Suzuki

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Toyota is working on an an all new electric car, which it is co-developing with Maruti Suzuki. Although not a lot is known about the car as of now, what we do know, is that it will have a launch, sometime in 2023-24.

Maruti Suzuki may quit the small car market if costs turn unviable, says MS Chairman RC Bhargava

Maruti Suzuki may quit the small car market if costs turn unviable, says MS Chairman RC Bhargava

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Maruti Suzuki’s chairman RC Bhargava stated that the automaker may be forced to discontinue making small cars if costs become unviable because of the central government’s policies. The policy he was talking about is the one where all passenger cars need to have six air bags.

New 2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza to come with a waiting period of 2 months

New 2022 Maruti Suzuki Brezza to come with a waiting period of 2 months

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Maruti Suzuki plans to limit the waiting period for the new 2022 Brezza. While the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is ready to hit showrooms on the 30th of June, potential customers can book the car for Rs 11,000 at any Arena dealership or online.

Kia India sells over 1.5 lakh units of the Sonet in 21 months, 41 per cent of those were diesels

Kia India sells over 1.5 lakh units of the Sonet in 21 months, 41 per cent of those were diesels

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Kia sold over 1.5 lakh units of the Sonet in less than two years. The surprising thing was, despite the fact that diesel engines are being shunned by most people as well as the government, for the Sonet, 41 per cent of users opted to go for the diesel engine.

Toyota is set to launch 3 new SUVs and 1 new MPV in India this year

Toyota is set to launch 3 new SUVs and 1 new MPV in India this year

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In a bid to consolidate its position in the Indian market, Japanese automaker Toyota will be launching at least 3 new SUVs and 1 new MPV this year. These include the Hyryder, Land Cruiser, Innova Hycross and the new generation of the urban cruiser.

Interiors of Upcoming 2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N officially revealed ahead of launch

Interiors of Upcoming 2022 Mahindra Scorpio-N officially revealed ahead of launch

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The upcoming generation of the Mahindra Scorpio-N will debut in India on June 27. Mahindra had previously unveiled the exteriors on social media. Now, the company has released a video which reveals a completely revamped cabin, with a better design and more tech onboard.

Mahindra XUV300 will soon be getting an all new version in India, with more powerful engine

Mahindra XUV300 will soon be getting an all new version in India, with more powerful engine

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Mahindra is all likely to launch a new version of the XUV300, called the Sportz Edition, in a couple of weeks. The new version will come with a new and more powerful engine, and if rumours are to be believed, a mild hybrid system as well.

MG Motors’ entry-level EV for India uncovered, will be priced around Rs 10 Lakh

MG Motors’ entry-level EV for India uncovered, will be priced around Rs 10 Lakh

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MG Motors India is planning to launch an ultra affordable EV sometime next year, which would cost about Rs 10 Lakhs. The upcoming EV will be based on a kei-car design, with 2 sliding doors, and 39bhp drive train.

Building smart electric vehicles from scratch

Building smart electric vehicles from scratch

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Over the last decade, India has witnessed many types of electric vehicles

Citroen C3 to go on sale on July 20, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming crossover

Citroen C3 to go on sale on July 20, here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming crossover

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Citroen will be launching the C3 on the 20th of July this year. Because the car will be made in India, with 90 per cent localised parts, the French automaker has a great opportunity to price the car very competitively when they finally enter the highly competitive Indian mass market.

Porsche Approved pre-owned vehicle programme launched in India

Porsche Approved pre-owned vehicle programme launched in India

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Porsche hopes to reassure car buyers interested in purchasing pre-owned models with the help of this new business venture

Mercedes Benz recalls one million cars, mainly SUVs and minivans, over fear of faulty brakes

Mercedes Benz recalls one million cars, mainly SUVs and minivans, over fear of faulty brakes

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Fearing that the corrosion on the brake booster can lead to catastrophic brake failure in some of their cars, Mercedes-Benz has recalled about 1 million cars from all across the world. The affected cars mainly include the ML & the GL line of cars, and some of their popular minivans or MPVs.

Iconic Hindustan Ambassador to return in new avatar in 2 years; all you need to know

Iconic Hindustan Ambassador to return in new avatar in 2 years; all you need to know

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According to media reports, the joint venture between Hindustan Motors and Peugeot is in 'advanced stage' and Ambassador 2.0 is set to roll out in two years

Uber India announces plan to tackle ride cancellations - All you need to know

Uber India announces plan to tackle ride cancellations - All you need to know

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Uber has highlighted a number of critical issues like ride cancellations, drivers not turning on the air conditioning during rides and refusal to accept online payments

Keeway unveils three new products for the Indian market

Keeway unveils three new products for the Indian market

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All three products from Keeway will come to India via the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) route

Helmets worn without fastened strap or BIS certification to attract fine of up to Rs 2,000

Helmets worn without fastened strap or BIS certification to attract fine of up to Rs 2,000

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In fact, even jumping a red light while wearing a helmet will attract a fine of Rs 2,000

Tata Nexon EV Max - First drive review: A stronger case?

Tata Nexon EV Max - First drive review: A stronger case?

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Does the Tata Nexon EV Max make a stronger case for an affordable yet usable electric car over the standard version of the Nexon EV? We took it for a spin recently to answer that question for you!

Could EV makers be sending higher quality cells for testing while using lower quality ones?

Could EV makers be sending higher quality cells for testing while using lower quality ones?

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An exclusive investigation by CNBC-TV18 shows signs that some EV makers could be making use of such practices

Tata Nexon EV Max launched in India; priced from Rs 17.74 lakh

Tata Nexon EV Max launched in India; priced from Rs 17.74 lakh

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The new Tata Nexon EV Max comes with 30+ features over the standard Nexon EV, and costs roughly Rs 2 lakh more.

Volkswagen Virtus - First drive review: Move on up!

Volkswagen Virtus - First drive review: Move on up!

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Can the Volkswagen Virtus be a successor to the Vento, elder sibling to the Polo and a worthy alternative to the Taigun? We find out!

Ford to set up three EV battery plants in the US with a total capacity of 129 gigawatt hours a year

Ford to set up three EV battery plants in the US with a total capacity of 129 gigawatt hours a year

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Ford has teamed up with South Korea’s SK Innovation to establish three new battery plants with enough output to power over one million EVs annually.