Hero MotoCorp to invest Rs 1,758 crore more in Ather

Kia has rolled out a range of benefits across its India line-up for October 2026, including cash discounts, exchange and scrappage offers, loyalty benefits and corporate discounts. The offers vary by model, variant and powertrain, with select cars also getting additional benefits s

Triumph has released a teaser showing four new motorcycles ahead of a reveal scheduled for October 6, and the most eagerly anticipated of the lot is arguably the Bonneville 400. The upcoming modern retro model has been spotted testing se

Aston Martin has delayed the launch of its first electric car to 2033 or later, with CEO Adrian Hallmark saying the company no longer has a fixed launch date. Speaking to our sister publication <a href="https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/aston-wont-launch-ev-until-least-2033-will-keep-

Retail sales of electric passenger vehicles reached a new monthly high of 35,995 units in September 2026, up 94 percent from the same month last year and marking the fourth consecutive month with sales above 30,000 units. Tata Motors retained the top spot with 14,769 units and a 41 percent market share, while Kia moved a

Denza , the luxury brand of Chinese carmaker BYD , has announced its India entry by way of a recent social media post. This confirms our <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/scoop-byd-to-bring-its-denza-luxury-brand-to-india-with-lau

Maruti Suzuki’s hatchback sales grew 41 percent in the first half of FY2026-27, while SUV sales increased 56 percent, according to Partho Banerjee, senior executive officer, marketing and sales, Maruti Suzuki. Speaking during the company’s half-yearly sales briefing, Banerjee said, “It is not a

Jeep India is offering compelling benefits on the Compass, Meridian, and Grand Cherokee throughout October. These benefits include consumer discounts, corporate offers, and other special incentives. Prospective buyers interested in the <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/car

Kawasaki has officially unveiled the 2027 Ninja 650 with the bike first made available in the UK market. The update introduces some notable mechanical enhancements alongside new colour options. Here are the key things to note. 2027 Ninja 650 gets upgraded front brakes <li clas

BMW Motorrad has revealed the F 450 R, a new street-naked bike built on the same platform as the F 450 GS. The model effectively takes the place of the discontinued G 310 R as the entry-level model in the brand’s ‘Roadster’ line-up. Uses the same 420cc parallel-twin and chassis as the F 450 GS <li class="ck-list-m

Formula 1 is returning to Malaysia for the first time in nine years this weekend. But there’s a twist – the event will be held as the Bahrain GP, with the Middle Eastern kingdom funding the race. MotoGP is also on this weekend, with the title battle continuing at Japan. Here is your complete guide on when and where to tune in from India: <

The 6th edition of the JK Tyre Rally of Himalayas saw Rajiv Yadav and Dhritimaan Singh take the top honours in the Extreme and Moto categories, respectively, while Soham Hazra finished on top in the TSD (Time, Speed and Distance) category. The cross-country rally raid, organised by Himalayan Xtreme Motorsports and Advent

India’s passenger vehicle wholesale volumes remained broadly flat at around 4 lakh units in September 2026. Maruti Suzuki retained the top spot, while Kia and Renault were the only two manufacturers to record month-on-month growth. Tata Motors and Mahindra were separated by just 227 units, with Tata taking second place.</

A week after the updated Pulsar NS400Z with a TFT console was spotted at a dealership , Bajaj has officially launched the bike at Rs 1.90 lakh. Aside from the new 5-inch TFT instrument cluster, Bajaj has added a co

Honda has issued a recall for the Rebel 500 motorcycles manufactured between April and August 2025. The company believes the handle-lock fixing nut on the bikes built in this period may not have been tightened to the correct specification during assembly. In some cases, this may result in the screw becoming loose, which could

The Himalayan 440 wasn’t the only new motorcycle we saw during Royal Enfield’s Himalayan Base camp (HBC) event in the first week of September. The brand also showcased a non-camouflaged version of the Himalayan 750 that revealed many key details about it, like the fact that it will be

Aprilia has launched the SXR GT range, a repositioned version of its SXR maxi-scooter lineup with some notable updates. The SXR 125 and SXR 160 were discontinued in May without any formal announcement or replacement confirmed at the time. The SXR GT now fills that gap, available in 125cc and 175cc variants, using th

The Porsche Classic Communication Management Plus (PCCM Plus) accessory is now available as a retrofit for the Porsche 911, Cayman and Boxster models produced from 2009 to 2016. The PCCM Plus system has a period-correct look and offers navigation, smartphone connectivity and oth

BMW has confirmed that it will make the M3 Competition and M5 Touring available in India by way of limited-run ‘100 Jahre Nürburgring’ editions, bookings for which are now open. Alongside the M5 Touring and M3 Competition, 100 Jahre Nürburgring editions of the M5 sedan, M2 xDriv

Aston Martin has added a new ‘GT’ variant to the DBX line-up. Positioned alongside the sport

TVS Motor Company has announced that the sixth edition of its flagship motorcycling festival, TVS MotoSoul, will be held in Goa on December 11 and 12, 2026. TVS MotoSoul to return to Goa for its sixth edition Last year’s edition s

Honda has opened pre-bookings for the Elevate facelift at a token amount of Rs 21,000 at dealerships across the country ahead of the SUV's October 6 debut. Along with the announcement, Honda shared a teaser of the facelifted Elevate, showcasing new exterior and

Simple Energy has discontinued the OneS electric scooter, phasing it out in favour of the recently launched Wave family scooter range. The company confirmed the decision, saying the Wave, which was launched last month with prices starting from Rs 1.10 lakh, is a purpose-built product for the segment the OneS served, and that buyers in that price band would naturally mo

A facelifted version of the Jetour T2 has been launched in global markets. The Jetour T2 facelift was first unveiled in August at the Chengdu Motor Show in China and gets some design updates, more features and powertrain revisions. Interestingly

Nissan has been spotted testing a 7-seat SUV based on the Tekton . The 3-row SUV has been spied with revised lighting elements, which will distinguish it from the 5-seat model. It will be Nissan’s second 7-seat SUV in India, following the X-Trail, whi

Royal Enfield had launched the Himalayan 440 - with the 411 design and the Scram 440’s engine - on September 2. It was priced at Rs 2.29 lakh, surprisingly reasonable considering the new GST rules, and the fact that the Himalayan 411 at the time of its discontinuation was sel

Skoda will increase prices across its entire India portfolio from October 1, 2026. The hike will be up to 1.2 percent at the ex-showroom level, with the exact increase varying by model and variant. The company has cited rising input and operational costs as the reason for the revision. <li class="ck-list-mar

The Indian Navy, in association with TVS Motor Company, has set out on a ‘Fleet to Forts’ expedition with 25 riders on the Ronin, intending to cover 1,600km across Maharashtra over the next 14 days. The route covers ten historic forts associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder o

The government has notified the third phase of its Corporate Average Fuel Economy norms, setting progressively tighter fuel-efficiency requirements for passenger vehicle manufacturers from April 2027 while giving them several routes to comply, including higher weightage for electric and hybrid vehicles, benefits for alternative fuels,

Following the India price reveal of the Cayenne Electric in late 2025, Porsche has formally showcased the electric SUV here for the first time. It’s positioned as Porsche’s fl

The ADV160 was one of the ten two-wheelers showcased by Honda in July this year. Last month, the company announced prices and opened pre-bookings for it

BMW has pulled the covers off the eighth generation of its all-time bestseller, the 3 Series. This combustion-powered model, codenamed the G50, was previewed by the i3 EV back in April 2026. The G50 3 Series is based on an updated version of its predecessor's CLAR platform, but the sedan's top hat bears

Renault India is gearing up to launch its first strong-hybrid powertrain under the bonnet of the Duster on October 17. The French carmaker expects strong-hybrid

October marks the onset of the festive season in India, which means manufacturers line up a barrage of new car launches and debuts for prospective buyers to consider. It’s no different this year, with October 2026 looking quite stacked with fresh launches and debuts, especially during the first half of the month. Le

Ather has become the fourth Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer to attain cumulative retail sales (customer deliveries) of over 8 lakh units. As per the data available on the Vahan portal, the Bengaluru-based company crossed the

JLR has unveiled the Range Rover Sport Electric and opened order books for the SUV in India. It is the first all-electric model in the Range Rover Sport lineup and gets a 118.5kWh battery pack, the same unit use

Mahindra Racing has confirmed that both Nyck de Vries and Edoardo Mortara will be staying with the team for the 2026/27 Formula E season. This upcoming season will also kick off a new era for the all-electric championship, with the new Gen4 car making its debut. Formula E claims this will be the fastest car in th

The Supreme Court has suggested linking unpaid traffic challans to electricity bills to help recover outstanding fines. The suggestion came during a hearing on electronic enforcement of traffic violations, where the court was informed that states and Union territories issued e-challans of around Rs 45,000 crore, of which

Suzuki is planning to make core advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions standard across its future India lineup, including affordable cars, as it develops a lower-cost system suited to Indian road conditions. The aim is to offer greater access to accident prevention. “F

As we had mentioned in one of our R2 stories, the current line-up is getting streamlined, and the range-topping R15 M variant will be discontinued to make room for the R2 in <a href="https://www.autocarindia

Volkswagen will unveil the all-electric ID Tiguan in early October, with the SUV set to reach international markets in early 2027. The new model will join the existing Tiguan, which will continue to be offered with combustion and hybrid powertrains globally. The ID Tiguan will replace the ID 4 and ID 5 i

Ultraviolette Automotive, the Bengaluru-based EV maker, has announced today that their upcoming Shockwave ‘funduro’ motorcycle will use a new 100V architecture. In June, we reported that <a href="https://www.autocarindi

The Suzuki Hayabusa needs no introduction in India, for it is the most popular super bike here. Suzuki is looking to make it even more special with a new Special Edition and additional bits for about a

Mercedes-Benz will launch the GLC Electric in India on November 4, 2026. The electric SUV will be assembled at the manufacturer’s Chakan plant in Pune and, according to Mercedes-Benz, will become the fastest global model to arrive in India as a

Bengaluru-based EV maker Ather expects its newly launched Konarc electric scooter to drive more than half of its sales over the next two years. The company is posi

Tata Motors has extended its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) scheme to the Nexon EV , Curvv EV , Sierra EV and Harr

Jaden Immanuel scripted history by winning the 2026 ADAC Junior Cup in his debut season. With this, he becomes the first-ever Indian rider to win a motorcycle racing championship in Europe. The 14-year-old Chennai-born racer delivered remarkable consistency, securing six wins and eight podiums from 10 races acro

The Skoda Slavia facelift is slated to launch on October 6, 2026. Production of the Slavia facelift has commenced at Skoda Auto Volkswagen India’s facility in Chakan, Pune. Meanwhile, pre-bookings for the Skoda mid-size sedan are already underway for Rs 15,000.

Jeep India has unveiled a new special edition of the Wrangler , dubbed the Whitecap Mojito Limited Edition. It's based on the Rubicon variant of the standard Wrangler, and brings a host of cosmetic changes. Expect t

Ducati has revealed the 2027 Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak with a special livery, inspired by their race bikes used in MotoGP and

Suzuki recently revealed plans to develop a new direct-injection turbocharged (DITC) engine for growth markets, including India, as part of its ‘Technology Strategy 2026: Looki

Bajaj, as we predicted , appears to be bringing a slew of updates across its line-up. Only a <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/bajaj-pulsa

Audi has commenced local assembly of the third-gen Q3 at its facility in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. Pre-bookings for the entry-level luxury SUV have already begun for Rs 1 lakh. The new Q3 will launch on October 16, 2026.

Renault has disclosed the ARAI-rated fuel efficiency of the Triber compact MPV’s new turbo-petrol manual version. Despite the added power of the turbo-petrol engine, its ARAI mileage is higher than that of the MPV’s naturally aspira

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India has commenced production of the facelifted Slavia at its Chakan plant in Pune. The updated sedan is expected to reach customers during the festive season, with prices set to be announced soon. The 2026 <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/cars/skoda/slavia-facelif

The much-awaited Renault Triber Turbo has finally been launched, with prices starting at Rs 7.84 lakh and going up to Rs 8.99 lakh (both ex-showroom). We <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/new-10-turbo-petrol-engine-to-power-renault-triber-upcoming

George Russell secured his third win of the 2026 F1 season after fending off a late charge from Max Verstappen. The Mercedes driver survived two Safety Car re-starts to secure his first win since the Austrian GP in June. After spending six weeks out of action due to a fractured wrist, Isack Hadjar made a strong c

Honda Cars India is in talks with Horse Powertrain to outsource a 1.2-litre engine with petrol, hybrid and CNG options for an upcoming compact SUV, Autocar Professional, our sister publication, has learnt. Horse Powertr

Renault is finally gearing up launch the Duster hybrid in India on October 17. This will be the third powertrain option on the Duster, adding to the existing 1.0-litre and 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engines. Called the E T

Suzuki Motor Corporation aims to halve the time it takes to develop a new vehicle by 2030, as it changes how its engineering and manufacturing teams work together. The Japanese carmaker has also set targets to improve development efficiency by 30% and production efficiency by 50%. The development targets are measured again

Suzuki Motor Corporation is developing a new direct-injection turbocharged engine for growth markets, including India, with the aim of combining stronger performance with lower fuel consumption. New-gen turbo-petrol engine to prioritize performance and efficiency. <li cl

Suzuki Motor Corp has confirmed plans to develop a range extender for compact cars, taking its in-house series hybrid programme towards a vehicle that can also be charged externally. The announcement follows our exclusive scoop from over two years ago wherein we reported that <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/ca

The Tata Aeris has been launched in India at Rs 5.29 lakh (introductory, ex-showroom). It is essentially a facelifted version of the outgoing Tigor compact sedan, updated with a Tiago-like design while retaining the mechanicals. Tata is offering the Aeris in five trims: Smart, Pure, Pure+,

The World Car Awards has agreed to acquire the Women’s World Car of the Year (WWCOTY) program. Going forward, the same non-profit association that operates World Car Awards will also oversee WWCOTY. Dedicated steering committee to manage WWCOTY. <li class="ck-list-mar

Nissan has pulled the covers off the Pixo, which is an A-segment EV specifically meant to cater to the urban buyer in Europe, according to the automaker. The Pixo is the result of a collaboration between NDE (Nissan Design Europe) and alliance partner Renault, and is

F1 heads to Azerbaijan for Round 15 of the 2026 world championship. Action at the Baku City Circuit will take place a day early, which means the race itself will be held on Saturday instead of Sunday. The venue will also host a new format for F2 this week, which will feature race races. Over in the World Endurance Championship, the tit

Bengaluru based EV manufacturer, Ultraviolette had recently announced plans for a new manufacturing facility in H

A video of the upcoming Tata Aeris has been leaked on social media just ahead of its launch on September 25, 2026. The footage clearly shows a showroom-ready i-CNG variant of the Aeris being driven off a trailer. The Tigor successor will also be available in petrol and <a href="https://w

Tata Motors has released another teaser of the new Aeris sedan, this time giving a first look at its interior. Essentially the Tigor facelift, the Tata Aeris is set to debut tomorrow.

BMW launched the F 450 GS in April this year, and it looks like they’re not stopping there for their entry-level motorcycles. They’ve just teased another mot

Twenty five years after the Pulsar first changed Bajaj Auto's position in India's motorcycle market, the company is rebuilding two of the brand's oldest nameplates as competition intensifies in the segments that sit at the heart of its domestic motorcycle strategy. Recently, Baja

For 107 years, Bentley has been defined by what sits under the bonnet: supercharged Blowers, mighty W12s and thundering V8s. The Torcal has none

Just a month after Bajaj updated the Pulsar N160 and the Pulsar 125 and <a href="ht

Mercedes-Benz has launched the AMG G 63 Offroad Pro in India at Rs 3.8 crore, ex-showroom. The venerab

Mahindra recently launched the facelifted Thar , now called the Thar OG , with introductory prices ranging from Rs 10.32 lakh t

McLaren has revealed a new logo for its next-generation models, inspired by late founder Bruce McLaren's parents' service station in Auckland, New Zealand. It also introduces a new bespoke company typeface called McLaren Sans. The new wordmark will be used across cars, merchandise, branding and digital channels, with both McLaren Racing and McLaren Automotive ad

Hyundai has officially commenced bookings for the upcoming Bayon midsize SUV that’s expected to launch next month. Prospective buyers can register an interest online or at their nearest Hyundai dealership. The Bayon will be positioned between the Venue and Creta in the brand’s SUV line-up when it hits the market this festive season.

Mahindra has launched the Thar OG at prices starting at Rs 10.32 lakh (ex-showroom). The second update to the Thar 3-door in just over a year brings a new 'OG" suffix, new-gen platform, revised suspension and steering

The 2026 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class will launch on October 5, the carmaker confirmed on Tuesday. The luxury sedan's launch here will take place slightly over six months after its global reveal in March. The updated Maybach S-Class

Hyundai has officially revealed several technical details of its upcoming 2027 Tucson at a media event in South Korea, ahead of the SUV's domestic launch in October 2026. This generational update brings larger dimensions over the old model, along with two powertrain options and a long

Battery cells will become the “new oil” as transportation shifts from internal-combustion engines to electric vehicles, making domestic cell technology critical to India’s energy security, JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal said. India depends heavily on imported crude oil to power its transport sector

Honda has launched the QC3 at Rs 1.35 lakh, its third electric scooter for India after the QC1 and <a href="https://www.a

After the first showcase in July , Honda has revealed pricing details for the updated CB350 line-up consisting of three models: <a

Tata Motors is slated to debut the Aeris on September 25, 2026. It will be a rebranded version of the Tigor and marks one of the biggest updates to Tata’s compact sedan since its inception close to a decade ag

Bajaj Auto has exported 11,00,827 two-wheelers in the April-August period of FY27, up 50 percent year-on-year from 7,34,193 units in the same period last year. The figure already represents 56 percent of Bajaj's highest-ever annual motorcycle export tally of 19.6 lakh units in FY26, putting the company on course to set a new record

Goa Aces JA Racing’s Luviwe Sambudla clinched two race wins at Round 2 of the F4 Indian Championship, held at Kari Motor Speedway. Hyderabad Blackbirds’s Bhuvan Bonu also won a race, becoming the first Indian winner this season. Sambudla is now just five points behind Kyriakou in the standings<

CEER, Saudi Arabia's national automotive company, revealed the EXOBOT sedan and SUV on Monday. This marks the brand's entry into the passenger electric vehicle space as part of the industrial diversification targets under Saudi Vision 2030. The cars were revealed by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and

The Honda CB500 was one of multiple models that Honda showcased in July as part of its broader product plans for India, and arguably the one that many enthusiasts were most eage

The Renault Duster and its badge-engineered sibling, the Nissan Tekton , recorded their lowest monthly wholesales in August since their res

McLaren is planning to discontinue the GTS and Artura models by the end of 2028, which are two of its core models. The decision comes as McLaren seeks to introduce new models to its line-up, which will also include the bran

BGauss Auto has delivered over 10,000 electric scooters across July and August, with 5,560 units in July – its highest-ever monthly figure – followed by 5,045 units in August. Cumulative retail sales since its launch in August 2022 now stand at 91,373 units, with the 1 lakh milestone expected this year. <li class="c

After updating it with a slip-and-assist clutch just recently, Royal Enfield has launched a new ‘Signature White’ colour for the Classic 350 . The new colo

Stellantis India announced that it has acquired the remaining equity stake held by CK Birla Group firm Hindustan Motor Finance Corporation Ltd. (HMFCL) in Stellantis Automobiles India Private Limited (SAIPL), taking 100% ownership of the joint venture and its car assembly facility in Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. <

In what many will say has been a long time coming, Pedro Acosta has finally claimed his first MotoGP race victory with an impressive performance at the Red Bull Ring. He delivers a home win for KTM a day after crashing out of Saturday's sprint, holding off Jorge Martin by just over a second, with Marti

After its first look during Ducati World Week, the Italian manufacturer has unveiled the Desmo450 SM supermoto, based on the Desmo450 MX platform. Ducati appears to be aiming it squarely

Dean Mascarenhas defeated Karna Kadur to win the 2026 Rally of Coimbatore - Round 2 of this year’s Indian National Rally Championship (INRC). A total of 64 cars participated in the predominantly gravel rally, which covered a total of 110.80km of competitive distance. Dean Mascarenh

The board of Swedish carmaker Volvo Cars has appointed Skoda Auto Chairman and CEO Klaus Zellmer as its new president and CEO, effective October 1, 2027. Zellmer will replace Håkan Samuelsson, who was reappointed in 2025 after his replacement, Jim Rowan, was sacked. Volvo is present

Maruti Suzuki has revealed the complete price list of the recently introduced CNG AMT versions of the Dzire, Baleno, and Swift. Introductory ex-showroom prices of the Dzire, Baleno, and Swift CNGs begin at Rs 8.53 lakh, Rs 8.32 lakh, and Rs 8.32 lakh, respectively. Maruti Dzire, Baleno and Swift CNG A

Like many of Tata's other SUVs, the Sierra can now be had with a blacked-out Dark Edition cosmetic package. The Sierra Dark Edition is available from the Pure L trim onwards, where it commands a premium of Rs 20,000 over the standard version. For all succeeding trims, the Sierr

We had reported back in March this year about the Daytona 660 receiving significant upgrades to its ride package over its predeces

The 2026 Tata Tigor facelift will debut as Aeris on September 25, the carmaker has confirmed. It also released the first teaser video of the sedan, showcasing some of its exterior features. More details about the Tata Aeris are expected to be revealed in the run-up to its debut later this week.

Ferrari is bringing its Universo Ferrari exhibition to India for the first time. The Italian carmaker describes it as the brand’s “immersive 360-degree exhibition experience that lets enthusiasts and the public alike discover the passion, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellen

Kia has launched factory-fitted CNG versions of the Carens and Carens Clavis at Rs 12.12 lakh and Rs 12.39 lakh, respectively, days after unveiling them alongside the <a href="https://ww

Maruti has added an AMT option to the CNG-powered Baleno , priced from Rs 8.32 lakh (ex-showroom). The new powertrain is available in the Delta and Zeta trims, just like the existing CNG-manual configuration. It uses the same 70hp, 1.2-litre engine but

Maruti Suzuki has launched AMT versions of the Swift and Dzire CNGs. Introductory prices of the Swift CNG AMT and Dzire CNG AMT are

Mahindra has expanded the XUV 3XO RevX line-up with a new RevX Edge trim. Priced from Rs 9.39 lakh (ex-showroom), the RevX Edge essentially makes a few features more accessible from higher up in the trim lineup. Mahi

Volkswagen India has launched Track Day Experiences, also known as VWe (or Volkswagen Experiences). The German automaker is calling this an experiential platform aimed at bringing owners and enthusiasts closer to VW by way of structured driving programmes, driver devel

Ultraviolette has delivered 183 units of the X-47 Skyforce to the Kolkata Police. The Skyforce is a new variant of the X-47 Crossover developed exclusively for law enforcement use, with an electronics architecture designed to support integrated police equipment. 18

A close-to-production test mule of the Mahindra Vision S -based SUV has been spied once again, this time offering a clearer look at the interior. The spy shots suggest that the production-spec Vision S could borrow several design elements from Mahindra

Tata has introduced a Legend Series trim line for the Sierra , with prices starting from Rs 11.99 lakh. The Legend Series adds a total of 18 variants to the Sierra range, spread across five trim levels: Smart+ L, Pure L, Pure L(O),

In what’s set to be the largest and most ambitious product offensive in its 99-year history, Volvo announced that it’ll launch 13 new cars by the end of 2030. The line-up will consist of 7 models for Western markets and 6 models for China, spread across pure-electric (EV) and hybrid powertrains. V

Hyundai has teased the exterior design of the upcoming Bayon , just days after releasing design sketches of the new midsize SUV. The latest teasers r

Newly surfaced spy shots of a Tata Safari EV test mule indicate that the electric three-row SUV will offer a triple-screen layout on the inside. The current ICE-powered Tata Safari does not get this feature,

India got the first glimpse of what Royal Enfield ’s approach to an EV would look like with the Flying Flea C6 . Launched in April this year, the C

Tata Trusts, which own about 66 percent of Tata Sons, have said the Tata Sons board resolution reappointing N Chandrasekaran as executive chairman for another five years is illegal. They maintai

In a resolution approved by a majority of the board, Tata Sons has reappointed N Chandrasekaran as the company’s Executive Chairman, a Reuters report said. The decision follows Chandrasekaran's announcement in August 2026 where he stated that he wouldn

McLaren has confirmed plans to build its first SUV in the UK as part of a GBP 500 million investment in its manufacturing and engineering operations. The unnamed performance SUV is in the early stages of development and is planned to launch before 2030. The investment will also fund a second vehicle assembl

Two months after it last increased the prices of all of their 400 motorcycles (with a 350cc engine), Triumph is back with a price change, but this time, it’s reducing the prices for two of them. This is the third ti

The Kia Carens Clavis range has been updated with new turbo-petrol-DCT and diesel-AT variants for the lower-spec trim levels. This makes the MPV’s automatic variants more accessible for buyers on tighter budgets. Kia adds more affordable automatic variants to Carens

TVS has introduced new top variants for the Apache RTR 160, RTR 160 4V and RTR 200 4V, along with feature updates across the Ronin range, while the RTR 310 and RR 310 get new Black Diamond editions. New Apache variants get added tech,

After launching the N160 SS with a new 4-valve engine and the next-generation Classic Pulsar 150 and 125, Bajaj Auto appears to be gearing up to update the Pulsar NS200 and N250. Spy shots reveal a new TFT display, revised switchgear and upgraded suspension hardware on the two motorcycl

MG has introduced a battery-as-a-rental (BaaS) scheme for the Cyberster and M9 EVs, which are sold through the manufacturer's more premium 'Select' outlets. With the BaaS scheme, MG has priced the Cyberster at Rs 72.49

The Kawasaki Z900 is one of the most popular in-line four motorcycles in India. With the brand cache and a price that seems far more reasonable than its rivals, it’s no surprise that it’s been one of the bestsellers for the Japanese manufacturer. <li class="ck-list-marker

Just a few weeks after we reported about Hero MotoCorp filing a design patent f

The Mahindra Thar will soon get another facelift, which sources suggest will happen on September 22. Notably, the current-gen 3-door Thar was launched in October 2020 and <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/2025-mahindra-thar-facelift-launched-at-r

Ducati had updated the Streetfighter V4 with comprehensive upgrades to its engine and frame, a double-sided swingarm and new electronic rider aids. Shortly after, the Italian

Jeep has revealed the 2027 Wrangler JL-2A, a special edition inspired by the 1945 Willys CJ-2A, the brand’s first vehicle designed specifically for civilian use. Based on the Wrangler Rubicon , the JL-2A gets a

Kawasaki has revealed the 2027 Ninja H2, ending weeks of anticipation that began with homologation filings and a cryptic teaser campaign. The supercharged flagship returns with an updated engine that now makes slightly less power, but is now Euro5+ compliant, allowing the H2 to return to European markets. 2027 N

The Volkswagen ID.3 now gets a GTI version with 326hp, making this the most powerful series-production VW with the GTI badge. It's also the first GTI model to get rear-wheel drive. Customer bookings will begin in early 2027, and the GTI version offers unique design elements and fe

Long-standing scooter market leader Honda , who was outsold by TVS for the <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/tvs-over

Kawasaki has launched the 2027 Z650RS in India at Rs 7.83 lakh (ex-showroom), with the new model-year bike carrying over the mechanical package and equipment from the previous version. The Z650RS continues with its 649cc parallel-twin engine

TVS held a mega delivery event in Pune on September 15, where more than 100 iQube MillionR Special Edition scooters were handed over to customers. The special edition was launched on August 25 to commemorate the iQube crossing one million units on Indian

Bovensiepen has revealed the Spider, a limited-production two-seat roadster based on the BMW Z4 M40i. It is the third model from the Buchloe-based company and follows the Zagato

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), along with Stellantis, is considering a Defender pickup truck for the US market, according to a report by The Times. This comes just a few months after JLR and Stellantis signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed specifically at co

The Yamaha R15 V4 is available in a total of seven colours, and previously, only one of them, Intensity White, was available with the option of a quickshifter. Now, the manufacturer has made the option available on two other colours – Racing Blue and Matte Pearl White. R15 V4 quickshi

The Chery iCaur V23 ’s design has been patented in India. The electric SUV is expected to be part of JSW Motors ’s portfolio in the country. While it looks l

Calling the first half of the 2026 seasons unfavourable to Marc Márquez would be an understatement. However, the second half is proving to be a much better one for the Spanish rider; he just won the San Marino GP and became the championship leader for the first time. After

A heavily camouflaged test mule of the Maruti Wagon R has been spied on our roads, suggesting that a facelift could be on the cards. The camouflaged test mule hints at cosmetic updates and a new mechanical upgrade. If the latter is the case, this would be

Volvo has revealed facelifts of the internationally available XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants with larger batteries and a higher claimed range, days after it <a

Ferrari has pulled the wraps off the 296 GT Modificata, a track-only special based on the 296 GT3 Evo race car . Touted as the most extreme version of the 296 yet, the Modifi

The Maruti Ertiga , which is both India’s and Maruti Suzuki’s best-selling MPV, has driven past the cumulative 15 lakh wholesales milestone. Between March 2012 and August 2026, the Ertiga has clo

The Tata Punch was India’s best-selling car in August 2026, with 21,320 units sold, ahead of the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R and Swift. The top 10 models together recorded 1,83,037 units, up from 1,37,334 units in August 2025. Nine of the 10 models recorded year-on-year growth, with <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/cars/ma

BMW India expects long-wheelbase models to account for around 60 percent of its sales by the end of 2026, up from 52 percent in the first half. BMW’s sales grew 14 percent in 2025, followed by a further 15 percent growth in the first half of 2026 as the wider market remained flat o

Chinese motorcycle manufacturer Benda has revealed the Rock 707, the latest addition to its Rock cruiser family, ahead of a European market launch in mid-September. The bike combines a 692cc V-twin engine with two interesting pieces of tech – an electronically controlled adaptive air rear suspension system and an

Kia has revealed the PV7 as its second electric van internationally, positioned above the PV5 that debuted in early 2025 . It is being offered in two versions: Passenger and Cargo

The Mahindra XUV 7XO has received a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP for both adult and child occupant protection. It scored 30.76 out of 32 points in the Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) test and 44.97 out of 49 points in the Chi

The production-spec Tesla Roadster is set to be unveiled on October 1, 2026, with the American brand announcing the same via its official social media handle. Moreover, a subsequent teaser image released by Tesla reveals a few design details of the upcoming Roadster, with the comp

The special-edition motorcycles have been developed in collaboration with BMW M and feature an exclusive Nürburgring green colour scheme, along with styling and equipment inspired by the German racetrack. The M 1000 RR, M 1000 R and M 1000 XR 100 Jahre Nürburgring editions will each be limited to just

Kawasaki has updated its cruiser, the Vulcan S, for 2027 with most of the same mechanicals intact as the current 2026 model. The main change is to the torque produced by the 649cc parallel-twin engine, and a new colour that brings a hint of

The 2026 Indian Racing Festival kicked off at Coimbatore’s Kari Motor Speedway. The opening round, held from September 12-13, hosted the F4 Indian Championship and Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup. The Indian Racing League, meanwhile, will get underway later in October with a shorter four-round calendar t

Kimi Antonelli secured this eighth victory of the season, after winning the first-ever Spanish GP held at Madring. The Mercedes driver benefitted from the timing of the Virtual Safety Car on Lap 15, as then-leader Lando Norris has jus

Hyundai has just revealed the name of its upcoming midsize SUV that’s going to be positioned between the Venue and the Creta. It’s going to be called the Bayon – a name, Hyundai says, is inspired by a city in the French Basque Country. Notably, Hyundai already uses the Bayon nameplate for an i20-based crossover in markets like Europe and Central

Autocar India turns 27, and rather than quietly celebrating with a cake, we’ve celebrated the way we know best: with scoops, exclusive drives and a frankly unreasonable amount of driving. In this issue, we bring you an exclusive drive of JSW’s new <a href="https://www.autocarindia.com/cars/jsw-motors/je

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA), once signed and implemented, will allow European carmakers to import 1 lakh completely built-up (CBU) internal-combustion engine (ICE) and non-plug-in hybrid cars into India at concessional import duties in the first year, according to the tariff schedule under the deal. The quota

It’s not every day that a new brand enters the Indian market, but by the end of this year, we’ll have two – JSW and Denza. Last month, we exclusively reported on Denza’s intention to enter India , an

BMW launched the F 450 GS earlier this year as their new entry-level ADV, replacing the long gone G 310 GS in India. At launch, the motorcycle raised eyebrows with its ERC (Easy Ride Clutch) that effectively eliminated the need for using the clutch to shif

JSW Group’s homegrown automotive company, JSW Motors , will christen its debut model the “Combat,” we can exclusively report. The plug-in hybrid SUV will be based on the

Hero MotoCorp has added single-channel ABS to the Glamour X 125, making it the most significant update to the motorcycle since its launch. It couples the single-channel ABS system with Integrated Braking System (IBS) and has been launched at Rs 1.01 lakh. <li class="ck-list-mark

Volvo has updated its entire 40 series range, which includes the XC40, EX40 and EC40 . The Swedish carmaker has brought in subtle exterior revisions, new interior decor options, updated tech and safety enhancements. <ol

BMW has launched the 2026 7 Series facelift in India at a starting price of Rs 1.95 crore. Globally unveiled earlier this year, the 7 Series facelift brings a slew of changes to the flagship sedan’s exterior and interior,

BMW India launched the 2026 i7 facelift at Rs 1.95 crore (50 xDrive M Sport trim), ex-showroom, today; the top-spec M70 xDrive trim costs Rs 2.65 crore. With this year’s mid-lifecycle update, BMW’s flagship electric sedan gets powertrain upgrades, as wel

Ducati had initially certified its 2027 Diavel V4 range with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in March, with the filing listing three variants: the standard Diavel V4, the Diavel V4 Bentley and the limited-run Diavel V4 Bentley Mulliner. An updated executive order signed by CARB on August 26 revised that cer

F1 heads to a brand-new venue this weekend, with Madrid hosting the Spanish GP. The 5.414 km Madring will be a very different challenge compared with Monza just a week ago, and drivers will need to get to grips with the new track quickly. In addition to F1, the venue will also host F2 and even the F3 championship finale. MotoGP, meanwhile, heads to

Yamaha has inaugurated its 600th Blue Square showroom in India, expanding its premium retail network. The company said these outlets are now present across all four regions, supporting sales, service and parts

Ultraviolette is targeting a combined annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 3 lakh units by mid-2027, co-founder and CEO Narayan Subramaniam has said. The figure combines the 2.5 lakh-unit capacity of the newly announced BIGGA Factory in Hosur with an expanded capacity of around 50,000 units at the co

In a bid to address driver behavioral issues, the Government of India is planning to introduce a points system for driving licences and vehicle registration certificates. Under this system, repeat traffic offenders could face suspension or cancellation of their licences, according to Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin

"We are ready with the next level of Bharat Stage [emission] standards and the final consultations are underway. We hopefully should be in a position to bring out the draft in a couple of months' time for the BS 7 introduction," Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Secretary V Umashankar said at the 2026 SIAM Annua

At the 66th SIAM Annual Convention, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, revealed that the government is preparing for the second phase of Bharat NCAP (BNCAP), set to come into effect from October 2027. The new phase of the BNCAP, Gadkari said, is planned to broa

Kinetic Watts & Volts (KWV) is evaluating seven international markets as the Pune-based electric two-wheeler maker looks to expand beyond India. Turkey, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Kenya, Nigeria and Egypt are currently being assessed, with KWV studying local regulations, customer requirements, ele

At its 2026 CEO Investor Day, Hyundai revealed plans to debut its made-in-India compact electric SUV by March 2027 . However, Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO of Hyundai Motor India, in an interaction with our sis

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has revealed plans to develop a dedicated motorsport city in the state. This will include a new race track, capable of hosting F1, F2, F3, F4 and other international races. “An Olympic city will be set up in Chennai. A Motor Sports city will also be set up in Chennai

Thinking of Kawasaki immediately brings their signature lime green coloured motorcycles to mind and that’s intentional. After all, it's the colourway we most associate with the brand, but the truth i

Retail sales of electric passenger vehicles (PVs) crossed the 30,000-unit mark for the third month in a row in August 2026. Manufacturers clocked retail sales of 30,418 units last month, as per Vahan data. Electric PV sales first crossed the 30,000-unit mark in June - 33,529 units - followe

Tata Motors has introduced the Curvv Series X, with prices ranging from Rs 9.9 lakh to Rs 18.5 lakh (ex-showroom). The new range gets a reshuffled variant lineup, with features from higher variants moved to lower and mid-spec versions. Tata has also expande

The new framework will evaluate crash avoidance, passenger protection, pedestrian safety and post-crash evacuation and care, said Minister for Road Transport and Highways at the SIAM Annual Convention 2026.

August 2026 delivered strong year-on-year growth across the board as manufacturers gear up for the festive season, but the standout story was TVS Motor Company leapfrogging both Honda and Hero MotoCorp to become India's largest two-wheeler manufacturer by monthly dispatches for

Swiggy has partnered with Hero MotoCorp to provide its delivery partners with access to its motorcycles and scooters, financing options and road safety training. The initiative covers delivery partners associated with Swiggy Food Marketplace and Instamart.

Honda has rolled out discounts for the Amaze, City and Elevate models for September 2026. Of the three, the schemes being offered on the Amaze and Elevate remain more or less the same compared to August 2026. That said, the Japanese auto

Hero Mavrick 440 was the brand’s flagship product at launch, both in terms of price and features. It shared the engine and the platform with the original <a href="https://www.aut

Volkswagen is offering benefits on the Virtus, Taigun, Tiguan R-Line and Tayron in September 2026. The benefits vary by model, variant and model year, and comprise cash discounts, exchange or scrappage bonuses and loyalty benefits. Disclaimer: Discounts vary from c

Electric two-wheelers could help dealers retain more customers even as they reduce the need for traditional servicing, according to Hero MotoCorp’s chief business officer, Ashutosh Varma. EVs are currently complementing, rather than replacing, ICE two-whee

A camo-clad test mule of JSW Motors ' upcoming SUV based on the Jetour T2 was recently spied on our roads. The T2-based model will be JSW Motors' debut offering, and it will be offe

India’s EV charging network has grown to over 29,000 stations across 200 charge point operators (CPOs), according to a report by Rubix Data Sciences that uses data from the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI). The report suggests a disparity between the availability of charging stations and their public usage. It states that

Ather 's new scooter Konarc is a broader bet for the electric two-wheeler maker to move beyond the relatively narrow customer base it has built around its technology-led products and c

Ather is targeting to more than double its retail footprint to between 1,800 and 2,000 stores over the next two years as the EV maker rolls out its new family scooter Konarc and expands production capacity, accordin

Hyundai India is offering an attractive range of benefits on select models in its portfolio. Depending on the model chosen, customers can avail up to Rs 1 lakh in benefits. Offers on the select models are valid till September 30, 2026. <strong

Simple , the Bengaluru based EV startup, has finally launched their family scooter Wave today. The scooter was first spotte

The upcoming Hyundai Bayon-based midsize SUV has been spied testing on our roads once again ahead of its launch this festive season. This latest sighting gives us the clearest look yet at the upcoming model which will sit below the Creta in Hyundai’s lineup, but still measure over 4-meters in length.

Vinfast plans to design, develop and manufacture electric vehicles specifically for India as it expands its operations in the country. The Vietnamese EV maker has also received investment approval for Phase 2 of its Thoothukudi plant in Tamil Nadu, although it has not disclosed the investment

Nissan Motor India announced the commencement of exports for the Tekton on September 1, 2026. The automaker stated that the Tekton will be sold in South Africa, Bhutan, and Nepal. For this first batch, the company said it has dispatched

The fifth-generation Mitsubishi Pajero has debuted, marking a comeback for the SUV nameplate after its 2021 discontinuation. Like the previous-generation model, the 2026 Pajero has a ladder-frame chassis and gets a four-wheel-drive (4WD) setup with a low-range transfer case. It is offered only with a diesel engine

Bookings for the Range Rover Electric have commenced in India from today. Order books are open for Range Rover Electric standard wheelbase in Autobiography and long-wheelbase in SV, SV Ultra and SV Black versions. The company is also accepting bookings for the standard wheelbase Range Rover Electric First Edition. <p

India’s passenger vehicle market remained on a strong growth path in August 2026, with most carmakers reporting higher sales compared with the same month last year. Maruti Suzuki retained the top spot, while Tata Motors remained ahead of Mahindra for second place. Hyundai held fourth position, while Kia overtakes Toyota for the fifth

Maruti Suzuki plans to add smaller EVs to its India line-up once it has developed the charging infrastructure needed to support them. At the company’s annual general meeting, Managing director and CEO Hisashi Takeuchi said, “As soon as our EV charging will be ready

India's four largest electric two-wheeler manufacturers – TVS, Bajaj, Ather and Vida – have collectively crossed the 1 million retail sales mark in the first eight months of 2026. The combined sales figure of 10,38,973 units represents 84 percent year-on-year growth over the 5,65,635 units these four brands

Japanese luxury car brand Lexus has revealed a mid-lifecycle update for its second-generation NX SUV. The 2026 Lexus NX gets design, powertrain and feature upgrades. The carmaker is yet to announce a launch date for the new NX in India.

Autocar India broke the story exclusively that Royal Enfield is working on a Himalayan 440 late last year. Early last month, we had reported that the motorcycle <a href

Nissan Motor and Honda Motor have announced a joint development agreement to standardise multiple electronic control units (ECUs) and software for their next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs), aiming

Renault is set to introduce a turbo-petrol powertrain option for the Triber MPV by the end of September. With this engine borrowed from the Kiger, Renault would try to address one of the Triber's major criticisms

Some newly released spy shots of Hyundai’s upcoming Bayon-based midsize SUV offer the first glimpse of its interior. This SUV is expected to laun

Ampere’s Xyber electric motorcycle has been patented in India, suggesting the company continues to work on its first electric motorcycle. The bike was first showcased as a concept at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. Xyber was first sho