The new Mahindra Thar Roxx Star Edn has been introduced in India with piano black styling, premium interiors, advanced tech and prices starting at Rs 16.85 lakh (ex-showroom).
The company is looking at squeezing out incremental volumes from its existing plant to keep pace with the demand, Wagh tells Moneycontrol
MG Majestor will sit above MG Gloster in the company's SUV line-up, and take on Toyota Fortuner Legender.
Renault plans to at least double its India line-up, which consists of the Kwid and small cars Kiger and Triber.
The Tata Xpres is now available in petrol and twin-cylinder CNG, targeting fleet operators with low ownership costs, large boot space and extended warranty.
Volvo’s all-new electric car marks a bold new chapter in the brand’s journey to net-zero, as the first of many next-gen EVs scheduled to arrive soon.
The Skoda Slavia mid-size sedan is one of two key facelift launches planned by the carmaker for the Indian market in CY26, alongside the Skoda Kushaq mid-size SUV.
The Volkswagen Tayron R-Line launch in India will take place in the current quarter.
Rising demand for performance-oriented luxury utility vehicles supported volumes in India, particularly in the Urus portfolio.
With the facelift, Skoda is betting on upgraded in-cabin technology, enhanced safety equipment and expanded comfort features to strengthen the Kushaq's position in the mid-size SUV segment.
The Kia Sonet rivals popular brands like the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV 3XO.
CAFE 3 norms are scheduled to take effect from April 1, 2027, and will remain in force until March 31, 2032.
The company, which showcased its electric cars in India in 2025 and began commercial sales in the second half of the year, is moving into the next phase of growth alongside its parent, Vin Group
The electric models accounted for merely 4% of the total car retails in India in 2025.
Both VF6 and VF7 received five stars in adult and child occupant protection categories.
Skoda sold 72,665 units in India in 2025, registering its best-ever annual sales performance.
Toyota's maiden electric SUV for the Indian market, the Urban Cruiser Ebella, gets two battery options and up to 543km claimed range.
The 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift will compete in the mid-size SUV segment against the Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki Victoris and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, among others.
China has announced a cut in export tax rebates on lithium-ion batteries from 9% to 6% effective April 1, with plans to withdraw the incentive entirely within a year
The Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will compete with electric SUVs such as the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, Mahindra BE 6, Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv.ev, MG ZS EV and VinFast VF6.
The 2026 Skoda Kushaq will challenge the likes of the Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki Victoris and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder.
The GST rate on two-wheelers with engines up to 350cc was reduced by 10 percentage points to 18 percent, effective September 22, 2025
Like the e Vitara, the Urban Cruiser EV will be produced at Maruti Suzuki's Hansalpur facility in Gujarat.
Several automakers have already announced vehicle price hikes in recent weeks, citing higher input costs and currency-related pressures.
This will be the first major update for the Skoda Kushaq since its entry into the Indian market in June 2021.
The plant will add production capacity of up to 1 million vehicles a year for the automaker as it expands manufacturing to meet rising demand in India
The new trims offer additional features at competitive pricing to enhance the value-for-money quotient of the Syros and Carens Clavis.
The Victoris is among the rare Maruti Suzuki models that have scored a five-star safety rating at Bharat NCAP as well as Global NCAP.
Hyundai has no model with a five-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP in its current line-up, while Kia has only one.
The new Punch gets the basics right, whether it is the price, engine options, features or safety.
Tesla currently sells only the Model Y electric SUV in India.
With the Chetak C25 launch, the electric scooter has five variants.
Growth was driven primarily by higher supplies to vehicle manufacturers and a strong aftermarket, while exports continued to expand despite global headwinds.
While customer deliveries of the XUV 7XO started today, the XEV 9S will be delivered from January 26.
The launch of the Celebration Editions comes at a time when Mercedes-Benz India is sharpening its focus on top-end vehicles and premium BEVs.
The step comes in the wake of India becoming a top-five global market for the company’s ultra luxury range, Maybach, in 2025
The long-wheelbase Mercedes-Benz E-Class remained the highest-selling luxury car in the country.
The Mahindra XUV 7XO price starts at Rs 13.66 lakh and goes up to Rs 24.92 lakh (ex-showroom).
After the GST cut, focus on infrastructure and green mobility remains central to industry expectations
The MG Windsor beat the likes of the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Tata Nexon.ev to emerge as the best-selling electric car in India in CY25.
GST rate rationalisation, policy changes and easier financing supported the industry in CY25.
The Tata Punch facelift introduces a new turbo-petrol engine, a segment-first iCNG AMT option and standard six airbags, with prices starting at Rs 5.59 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Motors not in favour of pulling down the weight of Tata Punch which secured a 5 star safety rating under the BNCAP test. Company states that with the safety features, it is impossible to cut weight in the current state
The Tata Punch facelift is available in six variants with prices ranging from Rs 5.59 lakh to Rs 10.54 lakh (ex-showroom).
The new Tata Punch facelift has been introduced as a relatively affordable offering in Tata's SUV line-up, aimed at first-time buyers and also those looking to upgrade to an entry-level model from a two-wheeler.
Though JSW has been in talks with a bunch of international automotive companies for a tie-up, a deal is in the final lap and could be inked in the coming weeks
Global car buyers are putting the brakes on adoption of electric vehicles, with many shifting back to internal combustion engines
Minister M.B. Patil hands over the first locally produced model at Hosakote facility, marking the start of production under an industrial partnership
The Honda Elevate is priced between Rs 11.60 lakh and Rs 16.67 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tesla currently operates experience centres in Gurugram, Mumbai and Delhi.