Author: Ranbir Singh Maan

The five-door lifestyle SUV market in India continues to witness intense development, and Mahindra & Mahindra is taking steps to refine its flagship off-roader. Test mules of an updated Mahindra Thar Roxx have been spotted undergoing road testing across varied terrains.While the exterior retains its recognizable silhouette, underbody and wheel-well spy shots reveal significant chassis upgrades—most notably the integration of Mahindra’s DaVinci suspension system paired with revised alloy wheel designs. These enhancements suggest that Mahindra is actively addressing ride quality and handling dynamics for five-door lifestyle SUV buyers who prioritize daily urban comfort alongside off-road capability. Below is a detailed…

Skoda Auto India has officially announced an upward price revision across its entire product lineup in the Indian market, taking effect from October 1, 2026. The Czech automaker will implement a price hike of up to 1.2 percent across different models and variants, with the maximum increment capped at ₹20,000 per vehicle. This pricing adjustment arrives right before the peak of the Indian festive season, a key period for automotive retail sales across the country. Detailed Model-Wise Breakdown The price revision applies to Skoda’s complete four-model portfolio in India: the newly introduced Kylaq compact SUV, the Slavia midsize sedan, the…

India is preparing for a major structural transformation in its automotive regulatory environment. Beginning April 1, 2027, the Government of India will enforce the Corporate Average Fuel Economy Phase 3 (CAFE 3) regulations. Running through March 31, 2032, this policy establishes a stricter framework designed to lower fleet emissions, boost fuel efficiency, and accelerate the adoption of alternative powertrains. Rather than enforcing a blanket mandate for pure electric vehicles, CAFE 3 introduces a flexible, tech-inclusive roadmap. By recognizing strong hybrids, plug-in hybrids, range extenders, flex-fuel vehicles, and battery electric vehicles through a system of super credits, the regulation allows automakers…

Audi has officially commenced local assembly of the third-generation Q3 in India, building crucial momentum ahead of its confirmed launch on October 16, 2026. The new luxury SUV is rolling off the production line at Audi’s manufacturing facility in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, continuing the brand’s strategic commitment to locally producing key volume models for the domestic market. To capitalise on the festive season demand, pre-bookings for the new-generation Q3 are already open for a token amount of ₹1 lakh. The heavily updated SUV is expected to be priced between ₹55 lakh and ₹60 lakh (ex-showroom), although the final pricing structure…

Tightening low-emission mandates, skyrocketing fuel prices, and narrow streets across European city centers are driving automakers to reconsider small electric vehicles. Nissan has officially revealed the all-new Pixo EV, a dedicated A-segment electric hatchback purpose-built for dense urban environments. Developed through the Renault-Nissan Alliance and slated for production at Renault’s Novo Mesto manufacturing facility in Slovenia, the Pixo EV revives a classic city car nameplate with an ultra-modern, zero-emission architecture.European customer deliveries are scheduled to begin in early 2027, introducing an accessible entry point into Nissan’s expanding lineup of electric vehicles. Key Technical Specifications While engineered primarily as a lightweight…

The luxury automotive market in India is witnessing a quiet revolution. Where roaring multi-cylinder petrol and diesel engines once dominated executive driveways, whisper-quiet electric powertrains are quickly taking over. Spearheading this shift is the 2026 BMW i7 50 xDrive. With its latest mid-lifecycle update, BMW’s flagship electric sedan brings a refined design, next-generation cabin technology, a larger battery, and a game-changing business model: local assembly at the BMW Group Plant in Chennai. By assembling the i7 domestically, BMW has set its ex-showroom price at ₹1.95 crore, putting it on exact price parity with the ICE-powered BMW 740. Given that electric…

Maruti Suzuki has officially addressed one of the biggest functional gaps in its domestic portfolio by introducing factory-fitted CNG paired with an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) across three of its highest-selling models: the Swift, Dzire, and Baleno. Launched under the brand’s Auto Green Mission initiative, this new combination gives Indian car buyers a drivetrain solution they previously couldn’t access from these models: the ultra-low running costs of compressed natural gas, without the physical fatigue of operating a heavy conventional clutch pedal in traffic. Prices officially start at ₹7.92 lakh for the entry-level Swift CNG AMT, while the premium Baleno and…

Buying a spacious family multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) equipped with an automatic transmission has traditionally required buyers to pay premium prices in the Indian market. Two-pedal driving convenience is usually reserved for top-tier trim levels, forcing budget-conscious buyers to either manually shift gears in heavy urban traffic or stretch their budgets beyond planned limits. Kia India has directly tackled this challenge by expanding its automatic transmission choices down to the lower end of the model hierarchy.The Kia Carens Clavis line-up now offers the 7-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) and 6-speed Torque Converter automatic gearboxes in accessible entry-level packages.Based on the HTE(O) and…

Mahindra has officially fired the starting gun for the 2026 Thar facelift, dropping the first official teaser of the heavily updated three-door lifestyle SUV. The short clip confirms that the launch will take place on September 22, 2026, putting an end to months of speculation. The teaser campaign leads with the bold tagline, “An icon, now more iconic,” focusing heavily on the SUV’s legendary off-road character. While the video deliberately obscures the full vehicle, a long history of spy shots and test mule sightings gives us a very clear picture of what is coming. This update is massive—far more significant than…

Kia India has introduced a 15-year, unlimited-kilometre high-voltage battery warranty for the Carens Clavis EV. The move directly tackles battery degradation and long-term replacement costs, which remain primary concerns for prospective electric vehicle buyers in the Indian market. Core Terms & Ownership Conditions The 15-year lifetime protection scheme applies automatically to all new units delivered from August 1, 2026 onwards.However, eligibility depends strictly on usage type and registration details. Ownership / Usage TypeBattery Warranty TermMileage LimitHealth Threshold CoverFirst Private Owner15 YearsUnlimited kmBelow 70% capacitySecond / Subsequent Owner8 Years1,60,000 kmStandard warranty termsCommercial / Taxi Fleet8 Years1,60,000 kmStandard warranty terms Upgrade Terms…