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All-electric Mahindra eXUV300, Mahindra eKUV100 SUVs to be launched in India in 2022

Mahindra plans on investing Rs 3,000 crore into its EV business by 2025 and also focus on last-mile mobility solutions.

New-gen Kia Carnival MPV scores a full five stars in Australasian NCAP crash tests

The 2022 Kia Carnival sold in Australia and New Zealand notched up a 90 percent score for adult occupant protection.

Honda N7X Concept previews new seven-seat Honda SUV, to enter production late in 2021

Unveiled in Indonesia, the production version of the Honda N7X is expected to replace the BR-V MPV in the country.

Updated Kia Sonet, Kia Seltos launched in India, AT variants feature paddle shifters

Along with the new brand logo, the Kia Seltos gains an iMT variant and more features for the UVO connected car tech.

One-off Rolls-Royce Phantom Oribe revealed, features bespoke elements from Hermes

The Rolls-Royce Phantom Oribe – the only one of its kind – was commissioned by Japanese entrepreneur Yusaku Maezawa.

Ford Ranger Raptor X pick-up truck revealed, features cosmetic additions inside and out

New decals, different wheels and interior tweaks help the Ford Ranger Raptor X distinguish itself.

Volkswagen ID.4 GTX debuts with a dual-motor setup, 299 hp and 480-kilometre range

Revealing the high-performance version of the ID.4, Volkswagen said GTX is the ‘GTI’ of the EV world.

Land Rover Discovery facelift set for India launch by mid-2021, to get three powertrains

Expected to arrive by June, the Land Rover Discovery facelift gets a new infotainment system with a larger touchscreen.

Suzuki Misano EV roadster concept revealed: A future e-sportscar hiding in plain sight?

Designed by IED Torino and Suzuki, the Suzuki Misano aims to combine the values of a car with those of a motorcycle.

New Honda Civic makes its world premiere in the US, is longer and more feature-rich

Standouts inside the new Honda Civic are its 10.2-inch digital instruments display and 9.0-inch touchscreen.

MoRTH proposes ‘IN’ registration series for cars to make inter-state transfers easier

At present, vehicle owners have to undertake complex re-registration process when relocating to another state.

Maruti Suzuki announces shutdown at all plants till 9 May to divert oxygen for medical use

All Maruti Suzuki facilities will undergo bi-annual maintenance work – originally slated for June – during the shutdown.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 launched at Rs 16.90 lakh, more Harleys reintroduced

Hero MotoCorp has announced prices for a number of 2021 Harley-Davidson models that will be available in India.

All new Renault and Dacia models to have a limited top speed of 180 kph starting 2022

The first model from the group to come with this new top speed limit will be the Renault Megane-E.

Lyft is selling its autonomous driving unit to Toyota for $550 million

Lyft will receive some $550 million in cash, with $200 million paidup front and $350 million over five years under the agreement.

Indians bought 154 Porsches between January-March 2021, the highest figure in 7 years

As a debilitating second COVID-19 wave approached, Porsche India recorded its best Q1 sales since 2014.

Roland Bouchara appointed CEO of Stellantis India, Partha Datta to head design and R&D

Bouchara assumes full responsibility for the Jeep and Citroën national sales companies with immediate effect.

Kia Seltos and Sonet to get new Kia logo and more features, launch confirmed for May

Along with a minor variant reshuffle, the company is also expected to launch the top-spec Kia Seltos Gravity Edition.

Ford is now developing smart GPS-based technology for active cornering headlights

The new tech from Ford uses GPS location data and street geometry information via cameras.

New Kia logo India introduction highlights: Updated Seltos, Sonet to be launched early in May

Along with the rebranding, Kia will also reshuffle variants of the Kia Sonet and Kia Seltos SUVs.

Tokyo Motor Show 2021 cancelled as COVID-19 cases surge, won’t be held online either

This is the first time the Tokyo Motor Show has been called off since its inception in 1954.

Former Maruti Suzuki MD Jagdish Khattar passes away at 78 due to cardiac arrest

Jagdish Khattar was Maruti Suzuki MD till 2007 and later founded Carnation, a multi-brand automotive service facility.

New Suzuki Hayabusa launched in India at Rs 16.40 lakh, deliveries start in May 2021

Like its predecessor, the 2021 Suzuki Hayabusa will also be assembled at Suzuki’s Haryana plant.

Honda to phase out ICE vehicles, sell only EVs and fuel-cell models globally by 2040

Models based on Honda’s e:Architecture will roll out in the second half of this decade.

Vespa turns 75 today: A look back at the illustrious journey of a two-wheeled icon

The Vespa story – which began in April 1946 – completes its 75th year in 2021 with 19 million scooters sold till date.

Ola Electric reveals details of its Hypercharger network ahead of e-scooter launch

With a planned 100,000 charging stations, Ola Hypercharger will be the world’s largest electric two-wheeler charging network.

New Suzuki Hayabusa India launch on 26 April, to be brought in via the CKD route

While it may not look radically different, the 2021 Suzuki Hayabusa packs vital changes over its predecessor.

The recent Tesla car crash is proof that self-driving cars are still a long way off

The Tesla incident has raised questions over self-driving technology: how safe is it, and how much attention does it require from drivers?

New Skoda Octavia India launch postponed owing to nationwide surge in COVID-19 cases

The 2021 Skoda Octavia was slated to be launched in India at the end of April, with production already underway.

Ferrari 812 Superfast spawns new limited-edition special with 830 hp V12 engine

This new special-edition Ferrari 812 will be the brand’s most powerful naturally-aspirated V12 model till date.