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  • Maruti Suzuki e Vitara launch: Expected price, range, EV ecosystem reveal, over 10,000 units already exported

    The e Vitara marks Maruti Suzuki's entry into the Indian electric car space, which is currently dominated by Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor India and Mahindra & Mahindra.

  • 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.

  • Car sales rise in November on GST 2.0 boost, steady demand

    The November PV volumes crossed 4,20,000 units, driven by GST 2.0 benefits and stable demand.

  • Maruti Suzuki sales up 26% YoY in November

    The auto major sold a total of 1,81,531 units in the same month last year. Total domestic passenger vehicle dispatches to dealers were at 1,70,971 units compared to 1,41,312 units in the year-ago month, an increase of 21 per cent, Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said in a statement

  • Chinese brands grab one-third of India’s electric car market

    One in every three electric cars sold in the country is manufactured by a company with a Chinese connection, data shared by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association shows

  • New Kia Seltos teased ahead of global premiere on December 10, will challenge Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta

    The Seltos has built its appeal on design, features and varied powertrain options, and the new-generation model is expected to continue in the same direction.

  • Maruti Suzuki e Vitara launch in India tomorrow; expected price, range, features, specifications and other key details

    The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara will rival the likes of the Mahindra BE 6, Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv.ev, MG ZS EV and VinFast VF6.

  • Hyundai, Tata want India to drop fuel emission concessions seen benefiting Maruti Suzuki

    Tata, Mahindra & Mahindra, JSW MG Motor and Hyundai are concerned that a weight-based relief risks hurting India's EV goals while helping a single player, according to individual letters they wrote to the government.

  • 'If my career ends tomorrow': How the new Sierra became the defining car for Tata design chief Martin Uhlarik

    The Tata Sierra was launched in India on November 25 at a very competitive starting price of Rs 11.49 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory).

  • Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma buys Tesla Model Y, joins India’s EV elite

    The delivery marks a long-awaited milestone for Sharma, who was one of the first Indians to reserve a Tesla, having booked a Model 3 back in 2016, well before the company officially launched in the country.

  • The Drive Report: Mahindra XEV 9S

    The electrified version of the popular Mahindra XUV 900 is here to dazzle with its arsenal of creature comforts and potentially segment-beating level of utility. 

  • Hyundai, Tata want India to drop fuel emission concessions seen benefiting Suzuki

    Tata, Mahindra & Mahindra, JSW MG Motor and Hyundai are concerned that a weight-based relief risks hurting India's EV goals while helping a single player, according to individual letters they wrote to the government.

  • Tata Sierra ROQ edition: Accessory pack adds rugged exterior and utility elements

    The ROQ edition kit for the Tata Sierra 2025 starts at Rs 50,000.

  • Weight-based CAFE rules will push expensive, unsafe lightweight cars, say automakers

    Carmakers fear that if BEE’s proposed weight-based draft for CAFÉ norms are approved by the government, auto companies will prioritise vehicle weight reduction to avoid penalties prescribed under the new standards

  • Maruti Suzuki to drive in e Vitara on December 2; over 500km range, Level 2 ADAS, 7 airbags & more

    The e Vitara is built solely at Maruti Suzuki's Hansalpur plant in Gujarat for markets worldwide.

  • Compete with us on equal terms: Mahindra & Mahindra to global brands

    M&M on November 27 launched the XEV 9S - its third EV product in India

  • You can save Rs 20 lakh in 4-5 years if you buy this EV, it costs Rs 60 lakh though

    The EV market is still at a nascent stage in India, particularly the electric car space.

  • One in every five vehicles of M&M will be electric by 2027

    Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, automotive division, M&M, and executive director, Mahindra Electric Automobile, tells Moneycontrol that addition of new models will lead to growth in the number of people opting for EVs

  • Battery Smart hits 95 million swaps, enables 3.2 billion emission-free kilometres

    Battery Smart operates over 1,600 swap stations across more than 50 cities.

  • This MPV has left behind Tata Nexon, Mahindra Scorpio, Maruti Suzuki Brezza in sales; figures will surprise you

    This MPV is averaging over 16,000 units in monthly sales this year, higher than SUVs like the Nexon, Scorpio, Brezza, Fronx and Punch.

  • Double-digit surge expected across 2W, CV and PV segments in November 2025: Nuvama

    "Sales volumes are likely to be driven by continued positive customer sentiment spurred by better affordability (courtesy GST cuts), strong rural demand, interest rate cuts and adequate finance availability," the report said.

  • Car buyers get breather as Mahindra shuns January price hike after GST cut

    Carmakers have announced price cuts with effect from September 22 to pass on the GST rate cut benefit to customers.

  • Mahindra XEV 9S variant-wise features: What each trim offers, detailed explanation

  • Can Escorts Kubota reclaim the lost ground?

    Strong agri performance contrasts with the softness in the construction equipment segment

  • Mahindra XEV 9S launched in India at Rs 19.95 lakh

    Mahindra XEV 9S comes with 59kWh and 79kWh battery pack options.

  • Mahindra XEV 9S launch today: All you need to know

    The Mahindra XEV 9S is based on the INGLO-platform, which is also used by the Mahindra BE 6 and the Mahindra XEV 9e.

  • Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition launched in India at Rs 23.69 lakh

    Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition bookings will open on January 14, 2026, while customer deliveries are scheduled from February 14, 2026.

  • One every 10 minutes: Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 top 30,000 sales

    Mahindra will launch its third electric origin SUV, the XEV 9S, on November 27.

  • India's first all-in-one Tesla Centre opens in Gurugram

    Tesla currently sells only the Model Y electric SUV in India.

  • Tesla expects Indian buyers of Model Y to recoup one-third of price in 4-5 years

    Tesla entered India in July and priced its Model Y about 70% higher than the cost of the car in the United States due to high taxes.

  • Mahindra BE 6 special edition launch today. Is it the new BE 6 Formula E edition?

    Mahindra introduced the BE 6 Batman Edition in partnership with Warner Bros Discovery Global Consumer Products earlier this year.

  • Royal Enfield Bullet 650: India launch, expected price of the most powerful Bullet yet

    At the heart of the Bullet 650 is Royal Enfield's 647.95cc parallel-twin engine, the same platform that underpins several of the company's modern mid-capacity motorcycles.

  • Tata Sierra 2025 Smart+ base variant at Rs 11.49 lakh. What does it offer?

    Even the base variant of the Tata Sierra 2025 offers a plethora of bells and whistles. Get complete details here.

  • Rising lead prices apart, there are other posers to battery makers’ earnings

    The ability to pass on lead price increase to customers and smooth transition to L-ion cells will determine profitability in the near term

  • Ola’s Bhavish Aggarwal hopes for turnaround with new home battery storage

    Investors are balking at joining the company’s new Rs 1,500 crore fundraising plan given the EV maker’s deteriorating sales and financial health

  • Tata Motors open to partnerships across products, technology and global markets: Shailesh Chandra

    Shailesh Chandra, MD & CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, says TMPV has held discussions with multiple entities for collaborations across products, technology and new markets.

  • Tata Sierra 2025 vs Hyundai Creta: Price, powertrain, dimensions compared

    The Tata Sierra 2025 will directly rival the Hyundai Creta, which leads the mid-size SUV segment in terms of volumes.

  • Tata Sierra 2025 bookings open in December, deliveries from January

    With the kind of features being offered by the Sierra 2025, Tata is positioning it as a premium mid-size SUV.

  • Tata Sierra 2025 launched in India at Rs 11.49 lakh

    New Tata Sierra 2025 is being positioned as a premium mid-size SUV, loaded with features right from the entry-level variant.

  • Tata Sierra 2025 Launch Live: Tata Sierra price in India starts at Rs 11.49 lakh

    Tata Sierra 2025 Live: The Tata Sierra 2025 price in India is expected to start at around Rs 12 lakh and go up to Rs 22 lakh (ex-showroom).

  • Tata Sierra 2025 launch today: All you need to know

    Tata has also revealed the full colour range ahead of today's Sierra 2025 launch. The SUV has six shades -- Bengal Rouge, Coorg Clouds, Munnar Mist, Pristine White, Pure Grey and Andaman Adventure -- with each colour paired with a contrasting black roof band as part of the floating-roof design.

  • Tata Sierra 2025 colours revealed ahead of India launch on November 25

    The colour options revealed by Tata for the new Sierra 2025 cover neutral, bright and adventure-oriented tones.

  • New-generation Kia Seltos launch in India in December

    The Kia Seltos is one of the largest-selling mid-size SUVs in India.

  • Sonalika unveils its first CNG tractor

    Sonalika has presented its first CNG tractor at Agrovision 2025.

  • Mahindra XEV 9S space revealed, check out boot and frunk space

    Mahindra XEV 9S will be launched in India on November 27.

  • 2025 Tata Sierra India launch tomorrow; price expectations, specifications, colour palette, features

    The new Tata Sierra will be launched in India on November 25.

  • Domestic passenger vehicle volumes to grow by 5% this fiscal: Tata Motors PV CEO

    The pent-up demand still continues to overflow in November and December, and both months should be strong in business terms, said CEO Shailesh Chandra

  • Royal Enfield Himalayan Mana Black Edition launched at Rs 3.37 lakh

    The Royal Enfield Himalayan Mana Black Edition has arrived in India, offering a factory-fitted adventure setup.

  • Tata Sierra, Mahindra XEV 9S: 2 big launches in India next week

    With back-to-back launches from Tata (Sierra) and Mahindra (XEV 9S), the final week of November is set to deliver two of the year's most anticipated SUV introductions.

  • Toyota has recalled over 11,000 units of this popular SUV in India, get all details here

    The recall is due to a potential defect in the fuel gauge.

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