Category: automobile

Buying an SUV under ₹15 lakh in India is no longer about settling for a basic compact vehicle. This budget now covers a wide variety of options, from city-friendly sub-4-metre SUVs to feature-rich compact SUVs, efficient CNG models, capable off-roaders and even electric vehicles. The challenge is that having more choices does not necessarily make the buying decision easier. Two...

Skoda Auto India has revised the prices of its Slavia sedan in India, with selected variants becoming more expensive by up to ₹19,000. The latest price adjustment comes at an interesting time because Skoda has already unveiled the new-generation Slavia facelift, with bookings open and the updated sedan bringing significant design, technology and transmission changes. The latest hike applies only...

India’s electric two-wheeler market is entering a new phase in 2026. Electric scooters are no longer limited to technology enthusiasts or early adopters in major cities. More mainstream buyers are now considering them for everyday commuting, family use and even longer-distance travel. The biggest sign of this transformation is visible in the sales numbers. India retailed around 1.83 lakh electric...

India’s car market has reached a significant turning point. For the first time, passenger vehicles powered by alternative fuel technologies collectively accounted for a larger share of retail sales than petrol-powered cars in a single month. The shift happened in August 2026, when CNG, hybrid and electric vehicles together captured 41.95% of India’s passenger vehicle retail market, compared with 40.85%...

India’s electric two-wheeler market continued its strong growth in August 2026, even though monthly sales declined from the record levels seen in July. The latest sales data shows that established manufacturers are increasingly dominating the electric scooter race, with TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto, Ather Energy and Hero Vida occupying the top positions. According to August 2026 retail-registration data reported by...

Hero MotoCorp has upgraded the Glamour X 125 with a major safety feature, making its premium commuter motorcycle even more competitive in India’s 125cc segment. The new Hero Glamour X 125 with Integrated-ABS has been launched at an ex-showroom price of ₹1.01 lakh in Delhi, adding single-channel ABS to a motorcycle that already comes with features such as cruise control,...

The 2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift has arrived in India with a major update to its powertrain, new technology and a more premium feature list. The latest Baleno is now available in five variants, including the new top-spec Alpha (O), and its official ex-showroom price ranges from ₹5.99 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh. While the introductory price announced at launch was...

Tata Punch has once again emerged as one of the biggest success stories in India’s car market, and the latest August 2026 sales figures show just how strong the demand for this compact SUV has become. The Punch recorded 21,320 units in sales during August 2026, making it not only the best-selling SUV but also the best-selling passenger car in...

For years, Toyota and Subaru have been among the Japanese automakers most closely associated with dependable vehicles. Both brands have built loyal followings, particularly among drivers who want a car they can keep for many years. But a new longevity study suggests that when the target is an extraordinary 250,000 miles, or roughly 402,000 kilometres, Toyota has a surprisingly large...

भारत के ऑटोमोबाइल सेक्टर ने वित्त वर्ष 2026 का समापन शानदार प्रदर्शन के साथ किया है। मार्च 2026 के कार रिटेल सेल्स डेटा ने यह साफ कर दिया है कि देश में गाड़ियों की मांग लगातार मजबूत बनी हुई है, खासकर SUV सेगमेंट में जबरदस्त तेजी देखने को मिली है। ताजा आंकड़ों के अनुसार, मार्च 2026 में कार बिक्री में...