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Electric car sales to witness strong growth in 2026, but share in overall PV market to remain in single digits
The electric models accounted for merely 4% of the total car retails in India in 2025.
AUTOMOBILE
Skoda to expand car portfolio in India with 10 launches in 2026
Skoda sold 72,665 units in India in 2025, registering its best-ever annual sales performance.
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Bharat NCAP: Indian carmakers move ahead of Koreans not only in volumes but also 5-star safety-rated cars
Hyundai has no model with a five-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP in its current line-up, while Kia has only one.
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New Tata Punch: Can it challenge Maruti Suzuki's dominance in small car space?
The new Punch gets the basics right, whether it is the price, engine options, features or safety.
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Indian auto industry posts record performance in CY25 as all segments deliver strong growth
GST rate rationalisation, policy changes and easier financing supported the industry in CY25.
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Mahindra XUV 7XO: 3 things we like, 3 things we don't
The Mahindra XUV 7XO rivals the Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar and MG Hector Plus.
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Mahindra XUV 7XO review, first drive: Possibly the most premium SUV you can buy under Rs 30 lakh in India
The new Mahindra XUV 7XO looks handsome, feels properly premium inside and also delivers a strong, confident drive.
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Hyundai Creta vs Tata Nexon: The 561-unit finish that decided India's top SUV in 2025
Both Creta and Nexon are available in ICE and EV avatars.
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Kylaq drives Skoda's record India sales as one model reshapes volumes in 25th year
Skoda sold over 45,000 units of the Kylaq compact SUV in India in CY25.
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Car sales stay in fast lane in December as GST 2.0 continues to support demand
The PV wholesales rose in December, extending the GST 2.0-led demand momentum seen in October and November.
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Maruti Suzuki tops car sales in 2025 as Mahindra, Tata move ahead of Hyundai
Mahindra delivered its best-ever annual performance in CY25, surpassing both Tata and Hyundai in domestic PV retail sales.
AUTOMOBILE
PM E-DRIVE incentives for L5 electric three-wheelers end after targets are met
Under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, the L5 electric three-wheeler segment was supported for a maximum of 2,88,809 units, with a dedicated outlay of Rs 857 crore.
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Kia Seltos 2026 review, first drive: From steady performer to a more complete package
Instead of trying to reinvent a winning formula, the Kia Seltos 2026 has enhanced the offerings in meaningful ways.
AUTOMOBILE
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara review, first drive: Prioritises efficiency over spectacle
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is not an eyeball-grabber, but a car that goes about its job quietly and efficiently.
AUTOMOBILE
Kia targets top-5 comeback with Seltos push, plans entry into new segments
Kia currently offers SUVs like the Sonet, Syros and Seltos; MPVs like the Carens, Carens Clavis and Carnival; and EVs like the Carens Clavis EV, EV6 and EV9.
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Maruti Suzuki to approach PMO over CAFE-III debate after Tata, JSW MG's move
Carmakers are escalating differences over draft CAFE-III norms to the PMO, with Maruti Suzuki joining the debate after rivals raised concerns.
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Once in 40 years and again in 2025: Maruti Suzuki Dzire set to top India's car sales
Between 1985 and 2024, a sedan topped India's annual car sales only once. That happened in 2018 and the model was the Maruti Suzuki Dzire.
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Mid-size SUV space heats up: Hyundai offers year-end benefits on Creta as Tata brings Sierra
Multiple Hyundai dealerships told Moneycontrol that demand for the Creta remains strong, which is why Hyundai rarely provides offers on it.
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Seltos SUV to get hybrid technology, Kia confirms
Moneycontrol reported in June 2025 that the Seltos hybrid will be on Indian roads by 2027.
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Tata Sierra review, first drive: An absolute masterclass from the Indian auto giant
The new Sierra is a showcase of how far Tata has come and where it intends to go next.
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Demand sustains beyond festive season: GST 2.0 cuts, retail offers aid November auto market performance
The industry-wide retail sales rose 2.14% y-o-y to 33,00,832 units in November.
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CAFE 3 controversy: Industry claims on global small car relaxations tested against actual policy frameworks
Upcoming CAFE 3 rules have triggered contrasting OEM views on weight-based relaxations for small cars, raising questions about global regulatory parallels and how India's fleet-level standards should recognise lightweight vehicles.
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Invested Rs 250 crore towards establishing charging infrastructure: Maruti Suzuki MD & CEO
Maruti Suzuki will start sales of the e Vitara in India in the calendar year (CY) 2026.
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Maruti Suzuki targets rivals on CAFE row, says makers of large gas-guzzlers pushing irresponsible narratives
Maruti Suzuki has accused rival carmakers of pushing irresponsible narratives on draft CAFE 3 norms, as the industry splits over weight-based relaxations proposed for small cars.
