Salman Khan, Mahendra Singh Dhoni and AP Dhillon went off-roading with Polaris RZR ATV in Panvel Farmhouse, pictures of which have gone viral on social media. ATV is a vehicle which is specially designed for extreme off-roading. Its off-roading capacity is much better than a normal off-roading car.
New Delhi. Bollywood star Salman Khan, former Team India cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni and singer-rapper AP Dhillon recently went off-roading on an ATV (all-terrain vehicle). Singer has shared glimpses of this adventure that took place in Salman's Panvel farmhouse on his social media. Salman's brother-in-law Atul Agnihotri also shared these moments in a post. The ATV seen in the pictures is being discussed on the internet. Do you know what an ATV is? How is it different from other vehicles? How much is the price? Come, let us understand.
What is ATV? How much is the price? First of all, let us tell you that ATV means All Terrain Vehicle. As the name suggests, this vehicle is designed in such a way that it can move easily on any terrain, be it a road, a bumpy road or a muddy pit. Whereas normal vehicles are made to drive on a specific terrain only. Its price is around Rs 90 lakh.
Polaris RZR – Engine and Power The ATV seen in the pictures appears to be a Polaris RZR. This vehicle is sold in many variants in the international market. Its most high-spec version is the RZR Pro R4 Ultimate. It has a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine, which gives a power of 225 hp. Its power is transferred to 4WD system through automatic transmission. To utilize this power, the vehicle has several drive modes like Rock, Sport and Race. Equipped with 15-inch cast aluminum wheels, this vehicle has been designed for extreme off-roading.
भारत-स्पेक वोक्सवैगन टेरॉन आर-लाइन का अनावरण किया गया है और 2026 की पहली तिमाही के अंत तक भारतीय बाजारों में आने की उम्मीद है।
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जर्मन वाहन निर्माता वोक्सवैगन ने हाल ही में सोशल मीडिया प्लेटफॉर्म पर भारत-बाउंड टायरॉन का अनावरण किया है। सात सीटों वाली एसयूवी भारतीय बाजार के लिए ब्रांड की प्रमुख एसयूवी होगी, और इसके ऊपर बैठेगी टिगुआन आर-लाइन. टेरॉन आर-लाइन बंद होने के बाद प्रीमियम तीन-पंक्ति एसयूवी सेगमेंट में वोक्सवैगन की वापसी का प्रतीक है टिगुआन ऑलस्पेस.
भारत-स्पेक वोक्सवैगन टेरॉन आर-लाइन का अनावरण
टेरॉन आर-लाइन एक आक्रामक लुक का दावा करती है, जिसमें स्पोर्टी बंपर और 19 इंच के मिश्र धातु के पहिये, साथ ही आर-लाइन बैज भी शामिल हैं। इसमें टिगुआन आर-लाइन के समान एमक्यूबी ईवीओ प्लेटफॉर्म को साझा करने की उम्मीद है, जबकि इसमें 2,789 मिमी का लंबा व्हीलबेस है, जो सीटों की एक अतिरिक्त पंक्ति को समायोजित करने के लिए टिगुआन की तुलना में 109 मिमी से अधिक लंबा है। जब सुरक्षा की बात आती है, तो टेरॉन को पांच सितारा यूरो एनसीएपी रेटिंग मिलती है।
टेरॉन आर-लाइन की कई विशेषताओं में से एक, इसमें 15 इंच का टचस्क्रीन इंफोटेनमेंट सिस्टम है जो ड्राइवर की ओर झुका हुआ है। टिगुआन आर-लाइन की तरह, टेरॉन आर-लाइन भी वेंटिलेशन फ़ंक्शन के साथ चमड़े के असबाब वाली सामने की सीटों के लिए एक मालिश फ़ंक्शन से सुसज्जित है, जो भारतीय जलवायु परिस्थितियों में एक गैर-परक्राम्य है। एसयूवी में एक डिजिटल ड्राइवर डिस्प्ले, एक पैनोरमिक सनरूफ, 30 रंग परिवेश प्रकाश व्यवस्था और मैट्रिक्स एलईडी लैंप भी हैं। इसके अलावा, टेरॉन आर-लाइन में तीसरी पंक्ति को मोड़ने पर 850L तक का बूट स्पेस मिलता है।
वोक्सवैगन टेरॉन आर-लाइन: अपेक्षित इंजन और पावर
इसके अलावा, वोक्सवैगन टेरॉन आर-लाइन को उसी इंजन द्वारा संचालित किए जाने की उम्मीद है जो टिगुआन आर-लाइन को संचालित करता है, एक 2.0L टर्बोचार्ज्ड पेट्रोल इंजन जो 204 हॉर्सपावर और 320 एनएम टॉर्क का उत्पादन करता है, जिसे AWD सेटअप के साथ सात-स्पीड DCT ऑटोमैटिक गियरबॉक्स के साथ जोड़ा गया है। टेरॉन आर-लाइन को 2026 की पहली तिमाही में भारतीय बाजार में लॉन्च किए जाने की उम्मीद है। लॉन्च होने पर, सात सीटों वाली एसयूवी लॉन्च होगी। जाना जैसों के ख़िलाफ़ आमने-सामने स्कोडा कोडिएक, टोयोटा फॉर्च्यूनर, जीप मेरिडियन और यह आगामीएमजी मैजेस्टर.
जबकि टिगुआन आर-लाइन को भारत में पूरी तरह से निर्मित इकाई (सीबीयू) के रूप में लॉन्च किया गया था, वहीं टेरॉन आर-लाइन को भारत में पूरी तरह से नॉक-डाउन यूनिट (सीकेडी) के रूप में लॉन्च किया जाएगा। इसे भारत में स्थानीय स्तर पर असेंबल किया जाएगा, जिससे जर्मन ऑटोमेकर टिगुआन आर-लाइन की तुलना में इसकी कीमत अधिक आक्रामक और प्रतिस्पर्धी रख सकेगी। Volkswagen Tayron R-Line की अनुमानित मूल्य सीमा इनके बीच होगी ₹43 लाख और ₹50 लाख.
Jetour T2 SUV India Launch: JSW Motors Limited will launch Jetour T2 SUV in India this year, which will be manufactured in the new plant in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar and will come with JSW branding. The T2 will have a plug-in hybrid powertrain. The company has tied up with Chinese company Cherry for this. Chery is known for making great cars at low prices.
New Delhi. JSW Motors Limited, the passenger mobility division of JSW Group, is all set to launch its first car in India this year. According to the reports coming out, the first model could be the Jetour T2 SUV. JSW wants to establish itself as a car manufacturing brand and that is why T2 will be launched separately from the company's joint venture with MG, JSW MG Motor India. The special thing is that this SUV will have the badge and model name of JSW instead of Jetour. The SUV will be assembled at the brand's new greenfield manufacturing plant in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra and is expected to hit showrooms by the third quarter of this year.
Features, specifications and price of Jetour T2 Plug-in hybrid powertrain will be available in T2. Pure ICE versions of the T2 are also available, but in line with JSW's focus on sustainable mobility, the T2 i-DM in India will come with a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain. The plug-in hybrid is available in both AWD and FWD versions, although it is not yet known which version will be launched in India.
defender look The T2 is a large SUV with a traditional boxy and upright design, reminiscent of the Defender. Like the Defender, it also has monocoque construction, not a ladder-frame setup. The length of T2 is 4.7 meters and width is 2 meters, that is, its size is bigger than Tata Safari, but it is a 5-seater. The 7-seater version is even longer. There is not much information about the price and positioning of T2 in India. However, the price of the FWD 5-seater T2 i-DM in UAE is around Rs 35 lakh (AED 1,44,000).
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Vehicles with turbo-petrol engines are becoming increasingly popular among buyers due to their fast driving on the highway and easy handling in traffic. There are many reasons behind this. A big reason is the performance of the car. Cars equipped with turbo petrol engines are capable of generating more torque than regular petrol engines, which gives better performance to the car.
Vehicles with turbo-petrol engines are becoming increasingly popular among buyers because they provide torque similar to diesel engines. These engines are beneficial for those who like to drive fast on the highway and can handle the car easily even in traffic.
Due to this balance, this powertrain option has found a place under the bonnet of many SUVs in the Indian market. If you are also looking for a similar car, then here we have selected some popular options, which come with turbo-petrol engine in the budget.
Tata Punch recently got a facelift version in the Indian market. The option of turbo-petrol engine is available in the top-end variants of this version. This 1.2-litre turbocharged engine is taken from the Nexon.
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This engine delivers 120 hp power and 170 Nm peak torque, which comes with a six-speed manual gearbox. The price of the micro SUV with this powertrain starts at Rs 8.29 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai Venue is also one such SUV which has recently got an updated version. It has the option of NA petrol, turbo petrol and diesel engine. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol unit produces 120 hp and comes with a choice of six-speed manual or seven-speed DCT. The price of this variant starts from Rs 8.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
Mahindra's new flagship SUV XUV 7XO comes with both petrol and diesel engine options, both of which are turbocharged. The petrol variant gets a 2.0L mStallion turbocharged engine, which has Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) technology. This engine produces 200 bhp of maximum power and 380 Nm of torque, and has the option of six-speed manual and six-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Its starting price is Rs 13.66 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Motors' best-selling SUV Tata Nexon has a 1.2L three-cylinder turbocharged Revotron petrol engine, which gives power of 118 bhp and torque of 170 Nm. It has five-speed manual, AMT and dual-clutch automatic transmission options. Its price starts from Rs 7.31 lakh (ex-showroom).
Maruti Suzuki Front comes in two engine variants, which has a 1.0L three-cylinder turbocharged petrol BoosterJet engine, which produces 98.9 bhp power and 148 Nm torque. The front variants are available with six-speed torque converter automatic and five-speed manual transmission options. Its starting price is Rs 8.91 lakh (ex-showroom).
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January 15, 2026, 13:08 IST
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Fastag Annual Pass has reached 5 lakh users in just 4 days.(Image:AI)
New Delhi. Fastag Annual Pass is getting tremendous response from people in the country. The central government said that in the last few months, more than 40 lakh Fastag annual passes have been sold. Now about 20 percent car drivers are using this annual pass. According to the government, this facility was started from August 15, 2025. Under this, any driver can either cross the toll 200 times for Rs 3,000 or travel for a whole year, whichever is completed first. This pass is valid at 1,159 toll plazas across the country.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said that this scheme is proving to be very beneficial for the people traveling on the highway daily. This has not only reduced the cost of travel, but the journey has also become easier and hassle-free.
People are saving money due to annual pass A person resident of Yamunanagar, Haryana told that he has to travel to Chandigarh often. Earlier, one trip used to cost around Rs 150, but now due to the annual pass, their expenses have come down to around Rs 30 per trip.
The hassle of recharging Fastag again and again is over. The government said that with this annual pass, the toll expense has already been fixed. People do not have to worry about different toll amounts every month and the hassle of recharging Fastag again and again has also ended.
25 percent reduction in cash payment According to the ministry, between November 15 and December 10, 2025, more than 15 lakh UPI transactions took place at the toll plaza, the total amount of which was Rs 19.44 crore. During this period, cash payment has decreased by 25 percent, due to which the crowd at toll plazas has reduced and the system has become more transparent.
Toll payment of 98 percent vehicles through Fastag At present, 98 percent of the vehicles in the country are paying toll through Fastag only. Rest of the vehicles are also gradually connecting to this system. The government is now promoting digital payments by providing easy and cheap facilities to the people instead of fines. Apart from this, the ministry clarified that if a road is being converted from 2 lanes to 4, 6 or more lanes, then till the work is completed, the commuters will have to pay only 50 per cent of the old toll.
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Mercedes-Benz India started manufacturing the Maybach GLS at its Pune plant, reducing the price by Rs 40 lakh. 19,007 vehicles sold in 2025, sales of BEVs increased by 12%. 12 new products will come in 2026.
New Delhi. Mercedes-Benz India has announced that it will start manufacturing the Maybach GLS at its plant in Pune. With this move, India becomes the first country outside the US where this ultra-luxury SUV will be manufactured. Earlier, the Maybach GLS was being imported into India as a fully built unit from 2021. This announcement comes with the launch of the new Celebration Edition of the model, whose ex-showroom price has been kept at Rs 4.1 crore.
Price will be reduced by Rs 40 lakh Due to local manufacturing, prices of Mercedes-Maybach GLS will now start at Rs 2.75 crore (ex-showroom). This price is about Rs 40 lakh less than before. The company has taken this decision because for the first time India has joined the top-5 global markets of Mercedes-Maybach. With local manufacturing, the company hopes that the delivery time will be reduced and this vehicle will be easily accessible to more customers.
sale of 2025 Mercedes-Benz India said it sold 19,007 vehicles in 2025, which the company described as its most successful year so far, although total unit sales declined by 3 percent as compared to 19,565 vehicles sold in 2024. The luxury vehicle segment, which includes models like the S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach and AMG, recorded 11% year-on-year growth and accounted for 25% of total sales. The AMG Performance lineup grew by a massive 34%, driven by the popularity of models like the AMG G63, AMG CLE53 and AMG GLC43.
Increase in sales of BEVs Sales of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) grew by 12% and accounted for 20% of all high-end Mercedes-Benz vehicles sold in India. The company said that 70% of the electric vehicles sold in 2025 were priced between Rs 1.25 crore to Rs 3.10 crore, with the EQS SUV being the best-selling luxury electric vehicle. The brand also revealed that Mercedes-Benz will launch 12 new products in India in 2026, which also includes the CLA BEV with MB.OS operating system. The company will open 15 new dealership locations in three markets and upgrade 15 existing sites. Franchise partners will invest more than Rs 450 crore in the retail network.
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January 14, 2026, 19:20 IST
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Mahindra starts booking for XEV 9S and XUV 7XO, 93,689 bookings recorded. Three battery options in XEV 9S, petrol and diesel engines in XUV 7XO, launched with advanced features.
New Delhi. Mahindra has started booking its new SUVs, XEV 9S and XUV 7XO. Both these models have received a total of 93,689 bookings so far, whose total value is more than Rs 20,500 crore (as per ex-showroom price) till 2 pm on January 14, 2026. With these launches, Mahindra is further strengthening its role in shaping the Indian SUV market. The XEV 9S and XUV 7XO expand the company's portfolio, offering customers electric, petrol and diesel options. These models have been created keeping in mind different driving needs and preferences, and also showcase Mahindra's innovation and manufacturing capabilities.
3 battery options If we talk about details, Mahindra XEV 9S has three battery pack options: 59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh. The 59 kWh battery delivers a peak power of 170 kW, the 70 kWh battery delivers a claimed power of 180 kW, while the 79 kWh battery claims to deliver a peak power of 210 kW. Mahindra It also has a large boot of 527 liters and best-in-class trunk space of 150 litres, providing ample space for every journey. 50:50 split seats have been provided in the third row, which makes it even more convenient for the family.
2.2-litre diesel engine Mahindra XEV 9S prices start at Rs 19.95 lakh (ex-showroom) and go up to Rs 29.45 lakh (ex-showroom). At the same time, powertrain options are available in Mahindra Both engines come with a choice of 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox, providing flexibility for different driving preferences.
Ventilate Seats Mahindra has also given many advanced features in this SUV. A 540-degree camera system improves visibility, while ventilated seats have been provided for the first and second rows. A stylish touch-based panel is provided for climate and audio controls, and for entertainment, there is a 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system which also supports Dolby Atmos. Wireless charging adds to the convenience, and the vehicle also comes with Level 2 ADAS, which is specifically tuned for Indian roads. Mahindra XUV 7XO prices start at Rs 13.66 lakh (ex-showroom) and go up to Rs 24.92 lakh (ex-showroom).
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January 14, 2026, 17:32 IST
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Booking of more than 90,000 cars, worth Rs 20,500 crore!
The Chetak C25 continues with the brand's retro-inspired styling and full-metal body construction, in line with the visual identity seen in the electric Chetak lineup. It retains the round LED headlamps with horseshoe graphic and gets ice-cube taillights at the rear. The rear occupant gets an aluminum cast grab handle shaped in a parametric pattern inspired by the Chetak logo.
Chetak C25: Battery and range
The new Chetak C25 e-scooter is being offered with a single 2.5 kWh battery pack option that offers an IDC-certified range of 113 km on a single charge. The battery can be charged from 0-80 percent in 2 hours 25 minutes and offers a top speed of 55 kmph.
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First publication date: 14 January 2026, 17:30 PM IST
The new Tata Punch 2026 facelift launched in India at Rs 5.59 lakh, competes with the Hyundai Xcent, Maruti Suzuki Swift and the Citroen C3, is available in 6 variants and 6 colours.
The new Tata Punch 2026 facelift has finally been launched in India, with a starting price of Rs 5.59 lakh (ex-showroom). At this price, it directly competes with Hyundai Xcent (Rs 5.74 Lakh – Rs 9.61 Lakh), Maruti Suzuki Swift (Rs 6.85 Lakh – Rs 11.98 Lakh) and Citroen C3 (Rs 4.95 Lakh – Rs 10.21 Lakh).
The pre-facelift Punch was priced between Rs 5.50 lakh and Rs 9.30 lakh, making the new model costlier by around Rs 9,000. The new turbo-petrol variant is about Rs 40,000 more expensive, although it has more features and a powerful engine.
Its booking has started across the country. The new Tata Punch comes in 6 variants – Smart (New), Pure, Pure+, Adventure, Accomplished and Accomplished+. It is available in 6 color options – Daytona Grey, Scientific Blue, Bengal Rouge (Red), Coorg Clouds, Caramel (Yellow) and Pristine White.
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The new 2026 Tata Punch facelift now comes with a 1.2 liter turbocharged petrol engine, which is derived from the Nexon. This engine comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox and generates maximum power of 120PS and torque of 170Nm.
The company claims that it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 11.1 seconds.
1.2 liter petrol and 1.2 liter petrol + CNG powertrain options are available as before. The naturally aspirated petrol engine gives 88bhp power and 115Nm torque, while the CNG variant gives 73.5PS power and 103Nm torque.
For transmission, 5-speed manual and 5-speed automated manual (AMT) gearboxes are available, which are taken from the previous model. The cabin layout of the new Punch is largely similar to the Punch EV, which gets a touch-enabled HVAC panel.
However, the design of the dashboard remains the same. The updated lineup gets a new gloss black two-spoke steering wheel with illuminated logo, fabric upholstery and extendable thigh support for the front and rear seats.
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January 14, 2026, 17:00 IST
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Price, Features, Turbo Petrol Engine! Know the complete horoscope of new Tata Punch here
इसके साथ ही, मर्सिडीज-बेंज ने भारत में मेबैक जीएलएस सेलिब्रेशन एडिशन भी पेश किया है। इस विशेष संस्करण की कीमत है ₹4.10 करोड़ (एक्स-शोरूम)।
पॉवरट्रेन और प्रदर्शन
मेबैक जीएलएस 4.0-लीटर वी8 पेट्रोल इंजन द्वारा संचालित है जो 557 एचपी और 770 एनएम का पीक टॉर्क पैदा करता है। इंजन को 9-स्पीड ऑटोमैटिक ट्रांसमिशन के साथ जोड़ा गया है। मर्सिडीज 0-100 किमी/घंटा की गति 4.9 सेकंड का दावा करती है, जबकि शीर्ष गति इलेक्ट्रॉनिक रूप से 250 किमी/घंटा तक सीमित है।
एसयूवी ई-एक्टिव बॉडी कंट्रोल सस्पेंशन से लैस है, जो विभिन्न सड़क स्थितियों में सवारी आराम और हैंडलिंग को प्रबंधित करने के लिए पूरी तरह से सक्रिय सेटअप का उपयोग करता है। आवश्यकता पड़ने पर यह बेहतर ऑफ-रोड क्षमता का भी समर्थन करता है।
इंटीरियर, फीचर्स और टेक्नोलॉजी
अंदर, मेबैक जीएलएस में दो व्यक्तिगत कार्यकारी सीटों और एक पूर्ण लंबाई वाले केंद्र कंसोल के साथ एक समर्पित प्रथम श्रेणी रियर केबिन है। पीछे बैठने वालों को एमबीयूएक्स टैबलेट तक पहुंच मिलती है जो आराम और इंफोटेनमेंट कार्यों पर नियंत्रण की अनुमति देती है। फोल्डिंग टेबल को पीछे की ओर एकीकृत किया गया है, साथ ही पीछे के आर्मरेस्ट में 9.6-लीटर रेफ्रिजेरेटेड कम्पार्टमेंट रखा गया है। शीतलन इकाई में मेबैक शैंपेन बांसुरी के लिए समर्पित धारक शामिल हैं।
केबिन को मैनुफैक्चर लेदर और मैनुफैक्चर एक्सक्लूसिव लेदर पैकेज के साथ निर्दिष्ट किया जा सकता है, जो सीटों, छत लाइनर, दरवाजे के पैनल और खिड़की के फ्रेम में नप्पा लेदर असबाब का विस्तार करता है। एसयूवी बर्मेस्टर हाई-एंड 3डी सराउंड साउंड सिस्टम के साथ आती है जिसमें 29 स्पीकर और 1,610-वाट आउटपुट है, जिसमें डॉल्बी एटमॉस सपोर्ट है।
अतिरिक्त सुविधाओं में मल्टी-कंटूर सीटें, मसाज फ़ंक्शन और सीट क्लाइमेट कंट्रोल के साथ एनर्जाइज़िंग पैकेज प्लस, चोरी-रोधी सुरक्षा के साथ ऑल-अराउंड वाहन निगरानी, और दो-टोन बाहरी पेंट और एकीकृत व्हील बोल्ट कवर के साथ हाई-ग्लॉस पॉलिश मिश्र धातु पहियों जैसे सिग्नेचर मेबैक डिज़ाइन तत्व शामिल हैं।
Skoda has named the production version of the Vision 7S concept as Peak, which will debut in 2026 and will rival the Mercedes-Benz GLB and Peugeot e-5008.
New Delhi. Skoda has confirmed that the production-ready version of the Vision 7S concept will be called Peak. It will basically be a 7-seater electric SUV, which will compete with the Mercedes-Benz GLB and Peugeot e-5008 in the global market. Being a flagship offering, the new Skoda Peak will be the most expensive car from the Czech automaker, costing more than the Enyaq EV. This electric SUV will make its world debut in the summer of 2026, after which its official specifications and price will be announced.
Skoda Peak EV – What to Expect? The Skoda Vision 7S concept, which was shown at the Bharat Mobility Show last year, may come to India in its production-ready avatar in 2027. This three-row EV, about 4.9 meters long, is expected to be very close to its concept. Like the show car, the cabin of the production-ready Skoda Peak is likely to use sustainable materials such as leather-free upholstery.
Battery and range The concept shown had an 89kWh battery pack, which claims to give a range of more than 600 km on a single charge as per WLTP. Skoda has also said that the Peak will have fast charging support up to 200kW. It can be offered in both RWD (rear-wheel drive) and AWD (all-wheel drive) configurations.
official statement Martin Jan, Board Member, Sales and Marketing, Skoda Auto, said, “With the Vision 7S, we have opened new doors for Skoda with a clear vision of elevating the brand. Following this, we introduced a new design language and further refined our product identity. Now we are turning this innovative vehicle concept into reality. Our new flagship model takes our brand's spaciousness and practicality to a new level. “From today, our bold vision for Skoda’s electric future comes with a name: Peak – which clearly explains where this model stands in our portfolio.”
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January 14, 2026, 14:32 IST
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Skoda is bringing electric 7 seater, will get 600 km range in single charge
The new Tata Punch achieved a 5-star BNCAP rating and a stellar performance in the truck crash test. 6 Airbags, ESP, ABS, High-Strength Steel and the price ranges from Rs 6.62 to Rs 12.23 lakh. Tata Punch is counted among the bestselling cars of the present era. The company has become a bestseller across the segment many times. Now by achieving 5 star safety, Punch has once again proved its mettle.
New Delhi. Tata has finally launched the updated Punch in the market and as expected, the new Punch has been given many new features including technology and safety packs. But what attracted the most attention at the launch event was the safety test! Indian manufacturer takes safety testing to a new level by hitting Punch with a truck! So how was its performance? Come, let us know.
Safety of new Tata Punch – 5 star rating During the launch of the all-new Punch, Tata said that this car has achieved a 5-star BNCAP crash rating. This was also expected from Tata. Apart from the BNCAP crash test, Tata also conducted an internal crash test in which the Punch was hit head-on into a stationary truck at a speed of 64 km/h. So what was the result? The passenger cell remained completely safe. After the collision all the doors were unlocked and opened. The fuel system remained sealed. The seat belt remained secure and unfastened easily. Front airbags deployed.
Amazing smart design This achievement has been achieved through the use of high-strength materials and smart design, which increases crashworthiness. Such as the use of ultra high strength steel in A and B pillars, energy absorption zone and minimal deformation zone, which absorb the impact of the accident and keep the passengers safe.
6 airbags
ABS and EBD
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
ISOFIX mounts
3-point seat belts
International crash test of Sierra Tata recently conducted another internal crash test, in which two Sierra cars were collided with each other and both the cars passed the test brilliantly. Tata's initiative to enhance passenger safety through in-house testing as well as adding innovative features shows how seriously the company takes safety.
tata punch-price Tata has priced the Punch quite attractively, starting at Rs 6.62 lakh and going up to Rs 12.23 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). With this price, Punch is becoming one of the best cars in the micro SUV segment.
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January 14, 2026, 14:10 IST
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…when Punch collided with the truck! Tata showed its strength, SUV achieved 5 star rating
There was a 92 percent jump in sales of small cars of companies like Maruti Suzuki in 2026, the trend of middle class has increased again due to GST 2.0 cut and affordable prices. In the last few years, the trend of SUV vehicles is gaining momentum in the Indian automobile market. Amidst all this, once again people are showing their interest in budget cars and turning to showrooms.
The year 2026 has started with a big good news for the automobile sector in India. While for the last few years, customers were inclined towards SUVs, now once again the popularity of small cars, the favorite of the 'middle class', has returned.
Once again the noise of small and economical cars is being heard on Indian roads. According to the latest data, a huge jump of 92 percent has been seen in the sales of cars priced below Rs 5 lakh between December 2025 and early January 2026.
These figures have come as a lifesaver for big companies like Maruti Suzuki, which show that the Indian buyer is now again turning towards savings and mileage.
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The main reason for the surge in sales of small cars was the cut in GST. The government had cut GST rates in September last year.
Recently, the tax rates on budget segment cars have been rationalized by the government under 'GST 2.0'. Due to reduction in GST rates, the on-road price of these cars has come down significantly, making it easier for the middle class to buy a car.
According to statistics, there has been a growth of more than 35% in the demand for budget cars in small cities and rural areas. Better infrastructure and improvement in farm income have also motivated people to buy their first car.
Amid rising petrol prices, small cars' excellent mileage (up to 25 km/litre) and low servicing costs still remain the first choice of customers.
The 92% growth in entry-level cars amid the growing trend of SUVs proves that “affordability” is still the biggest factor in the Indian auto market. Car companies believe that if this trend continues, the year 2026 could prove to be a record-breaking year for Indian automobile history.
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January 14, 2026, 12:04 IST
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'Small cars, big speed': Crowd in showrooms for cars cheaper than Rs 5 lakh!
India's best-selling 7-seater in 2025 was Maruti Ertiga, which overtook Innova. Sales of Ertiga stood at 1,92,025 units, the main reasons being its affordable price and features. Ertiga is being liked a lot in India since its launch. After launch, it has often been at the top in its segment in terms of sales.
New Delhi. When it comes to India's favorite 7-seater, the first name that comes to mind is Innova. But the 7-seater we are talking about is the best-selling 7-seater of the year 2025. So can you guess which 7-seater it could be? Will it still be Innova? This was not the case in 2025. Last year, Innova's dominance not only faced a strong challenge but it also had to be defeated. Let us know which is this car that will compete with Innova.
India's bestselling 7 seater India's best-selling 7-seater in 2025! It is quite easy to answer this. The best selling 7-seater in India is none other than Maruti Ertiga. Ertiga has consistently been the best selling 7-seater throughout the year with sales of 1,92,025 units. This figure is quite impressive, especially when at the second position, both Scorpio Classic and Scorpio N together have sold 1,76,988 units. So why is Ertiga the best selling 7-seater?
Why is Maruti Ertiga India's best-selling 7-seater? The biggest reason for Ertiga's dominance in the 7-seater segment is its affordable price. On-road prices in Mumbai range between Rs 10.30 lakh to Rs 15.33 lakh, making it a great value for money option. One reason for its excellent sales is that Ertiga is also used as a fleet vehicle. Apart from this, Ertiga has many points which make it better than other options. Maruti's reliability, fuel efficiency and large cabin make it perfect for 7-seater buyers. Besides, it also has all the necessary features, which make it more practical and user friendly.
Lots of great features It has a 7-inch touchscreen, cruise control, turn-by-turn navigation, tire pressure monitoring system and many other features. With Maruti's S-CNG technology, Ertiga gives excellent mileage, due to which its running cost also remains low. That is, Ertiga meets the needs of every Indian buyer – practicality, fuel efficiency, affordable price, comfort and low maintenance. For this reason, Ertiga becomes the first choice for most 7-seater buyers and fleets.
बिक्री पर आने के साढ़े चार साल बाद, टाटा पंच आख़िरकार एक नया रूप मिल गया है। अपडेटेड पंच अंदर और बाहर पर्याप्त डिज़ाइन परिवर्तन, सुविधाओं की एक लंबी सूची, एक नया टर्बो-पेट्रोल इंजन और बहुत कुछ के साथ आता है। आइए जानें कि 2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट अपने मुख्य सबकॉम्पैक्ट एसयूवी प्रतिस्पर्धियों, अर्थात् के खिलाफ कैसे मुकाबला करती है। सिट्रोएन C3, हुंडई एक्सटर, निसान मैग्नाइटऔर रेनॉल्ट किगरकागज पर।
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम प्रतिद्वंद्वियों के इंजन और गियरबॉक्स विकल्प
प्रतिद्वंद्वियों के साथ तुलना में 2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट पावरट्रेन
जैसा कि हमारे प्री-फेसलिफ्ट में उल्लेख किया गया है टाटा पंच समीक्षाइसका 88hp 1.2-लीटर नैचुरली एस्पिरेटेड पेट्रोल इंजन काफी ख़राब लगा, जिसे फेसलिफ्ट मॉडल में ठीक कर दिया गया है। नेक्सॉन का 120hp 1.2-लीटर टर्बो-पेट्रोल मोटर। यह अब पंच फेसलिफ्ट के टर्बो-पेट्रोल वेरिएंट को अपने साथियों के बीच सबसे शक्तिशाली बनाता है, हालांकि C3 का 1.2-लीटर टर्बो इंजन 20-35Nm अधिक टॉर्क विकसित करता है।
एक्सटर यहां एकमात्र ऐसा है जो टर्बो-पेट्रोल इंजन की पेशकश नहीं करता है, हालांकि इसका 1.2-लीटर एनए इंजन मैग्नाइट और किगर के 1.0-लीटर एनए मिलों से अधिक मजबूत है। गियरबॉक्स विकल्पों की बात करें तो, C3, मैग्नाइट और किगर के विपरीत, पंच फेसलिफ्ट अपने टर्बो-पेट्रोल इंजन के साथ ऑटोमैटिक ट्रांसमिशन की पेशकश नहीं करता है। हालाँकि, उनके NA इंजनों के लिए, C3 को छोड़कर सभी 5-स्पीड AMT के साथ उपलब्ध हैं। यह भी ध्यान देने योग्य है कि पंच और मैग्नाइट यहां एकमात्र ऐसे वाहन हैं जिन्हें अपने सीएनजी पावरट्रेन के साथ एएमटी विकल्प मिलता है।
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम प्रतिद्वंद्वियों के आयाम
प्रतिद्वंद्वियों के साथ तुलना में 2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट आयाम
मुक्का
बाहरी
किगर
मैग्नाइट
सी 3
लंबाई (मिमी)
3,876
3,815
3,990
3,994
3,981
चौड़ाई (मिमी)
1,742
1,710
1,750
1,758
1,733
ऊंचाई (मिमी)
1,615
1,631*
1,605
1,572
1,586
व्हीलबेस (मिमी)
2,445
2,450
2,500
2,500
2,540
ग्राउंड क्लीयरेंस (मिमी)
193
185
205
205
180
पहिये का आकार (इंच)
16
14-15
16
16
15
बूट स्पेस (लीटर)
210 (सीएनजी) / 366 (पेट्रोल)
391
405
336
315
*छत की रेलिंग शामिल है।
आयाम के लिहाज से पंच फेसलिफ्ट इस कंपनी की छोटी कारों में से एक है। इसका व्हीलबेस सबसे छोटा है और यह कुल लंबाई में चौथे और चौड़ाई में तीसरे स्थान पर है। हालांकि पंच फेसलिफ्ट यहां सबसे ऊंची है (छत की रेलिंग को छोड़कर), इसका ग्राउंड क्लीयरेंस मैग्नाइट और किगर से 12 मिमी कम है।
पंच फेसलिफ्ट, मैग्नाइट और किगर सभी 16 इंच के पहियों पर चलते हैं, जो सी3 और एक्सटर द्वारा पेश किए गए पहियों से बड़े हैं। बूट स्पेस के मामले में, पंच फेसलिफ्ट का पेट्रोल वेरिएंट तीसरे स्थान पर आता है, जिसमें किगर अपनी 405-लीटर क्षमता की बदौलत शीर्ष पर है। विशेष रूप से, इन सभी सबकॉम्पैक्ट एसयूवी को सीएनजी किट के साथ ही लिया जा सकता है टाटा आधिकारिक तौर पर पंच सीएनजी के बूट स्पेस का खुलासा किया गया है, जो 210 लीटर है।
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम प्रतिद्वंद्वियों की कीमत
प्रतिद्वंद्वियों के साथ तुलना में 2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट की कीमत
मुक्का
बाहरी
किगर
मैग्नाइट
सी 3
पेट्रोल मूल्य सीमा (रुपए, लाख)
5.59-9.79
5.64-9.35
5.76-10.34
5.62-10.76
4.95-9.45
सीएनजी मूल्य सीमा (रु., लाख)
6.69-10.54
6.95-8.85
–
6.34-9.70
–
पंच फेसलिफ्ट की शुरुआती कीमत मैग्नाइट और एक्सटर को मामूली अंतर से पीछे छोड़ देता है, लेकिन बेस C3 से 64,000 रुपये पीछे रह जाता है। जो लोग ऑटोमैटिक खरीदना चाहते हैं, उनके लिए पंच एएमटी की कीमत 7.54 लाख रुपये से शुरू होती है, जो टाटा को मैग्नाइट (6.17 लाख रुपये की शुरुआती कीमत) और किगर (6.95 लाख रुपये की शुरुआती कीमत) के एएमटी वेरिएंट के बाद तीसरे स्थान पर रखती है।
टॉप-स्पेक पेट्रोल वेरिएंट की कीमत की बात करें तो, पंच फेसलिफ्ट अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वियों के बीच में है, लेकिन अधिक किफायती एक्सटर और सी3 के करीब है। अंतिम लेकिन महत्वपूर्ण बात यह है कि पंच सीएनजी की शुरुआती कीमत भी मैग्नाइट और एक्सटर की तुलना में आधी है, हालांकि उच्च-स्पेक वेरिएंट की कीमत काफी अधिक है।
पंच के निकटतम प्रतिद्वंद्वियों में से एक बना हुआ है हुंडई एक्सटरजिसने हमेशा आकार, पावरट्रेन और सुविधाओं में प्रतिस्पर्धा की है। यहां बताया गया है कि नए लॉन्च किए गए पंच फेसलिफ्ट की तुलना कैसे की जाती है हुंडई स्पेक शीट में बाहरी भाग:
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम हुंडई एक्सटर: डिज़ाइन और आयाम
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट अधिक मांसल और सीधे रुख के साथ अपनी एसयूवी पहचान को मजबूत करती है। संशोधित फ्रंट एंड में एक मजबूत वर्टिकल ग्रिल, एक बुल-गार्ड प्रेरित बम्पर, विस्तारित बॉडी क्लैडिंग और नए ट्रेलक्रेस्ट मिश्र धातु के पहिये हैं। टाटा ने कुल लंबाई 3,876 मिमी तक बढ़ा दी है, जिससे पंच पहले की तुलना में 49 मिमी लंबा हो गया है। चौड़ाई 1,742 मिमी, ऊंचाई 1,615 मिमी और व्हीलबेस 2,445 मिमी है, जो पंच को व्यापक और अधिक सुव्यवस्थित सड़क उपस्थिति प्रदान करता है।
विशिष्टता तुलना
हुंडई एक्सटर
टाटा पंच
इंजन
1197.0 सीसी
1199.0 सीसी
हस्तांतरण
मैनुअल एवं स्वचालित
मैनुअल एवं स्वचालित
लाभ
एन/ए
एन/ए
ईंधन प्रकार
पेट्रोल, सीएनजी
पेट्रोल, सीएनजी
हुंडई एक्सटर का आयाम थोड़ा अधिक कॉम्पैक्ट है, जिसकी लंबाई 3,815 मिमी, चौड़ाई 1,710 मिमी और ऊंचाई 1,631 मिमी है। हालाँकि, यह 2,450 मिमी के थोड़े लंबे व्हीलबेस के साथ आता है। इसका डिज़ाइन भविष्य के लुक के साथ एसयूवी संकेतों को मिश्रित करता है, जो एच-आकार के एलईडी डे-टाइम रनिंग लैंप और एक पैरामीट्रिक ग्रिल द्वारा हाइलाइट किया गया है। जहां एक्सटर लंबी दिखती है, वहीं पंच सड़क पर चौड़ी दिखती है।
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम हुंडई एक्सटर: इंजन और प्रदर्शन
2026 पंच फेसलिफ्ट स्पष्ट रूप से टर्बो-पेट्रोल इंजन सहित कई पावरट्रेन विकल्पों की पेशकश करके अधिकांश प्रतिद्वंद्वियों से खुद को अलग करती है। मानक स्वाभाविक रूप से एस्पिरेटेड पेट्रोल और iCNG संस्करणों के साथ, टाटा ने 1.2-लीटर टर्बोचार्ज्ड पेट्रोल इंजन पेश किया है जो अपने किसी भी प्रतिद्वंद्वी की तुलना में काफी अधिक प्रदर्शन प्रदान करता है।
इसकी तुलना में, हुंडई एक्सटर वैकल्पिक सीएनजी के साथ एकल स्वाभाविक रूप से एस्पिरेटेड पेट्रोल इंजन पर निर्भर करता है, जो पूर्ण प्रदर्शन के बजाय दक्षता और सुचारू दैनिक ड्राइविंग पर अधिक ध्यान केंद्रित करता है।
इंजन और प्रदर्शन
विनिर्देश
टाटा पंच 1.2 पेट्रोल
टाटा पंच 1.2 iCNG
टाटा पंच 1.2 टर्बो पेट्रोल
हुंडई एक्सटर 1.2 पेट्रोल
हुंडई एक्सटर 1.2 सीएनजी
इंजन का प्रकार
1.2एल एनए रेवोट्रॉन
1.2L NA रेवोट्रॉन iCNG
1.2L टर्बो पेट्रोल
1.2एल एनए कप्पा
1.2एल एनए कप्पा सीएनजी
विस्थापन
1199 सीसी
1199 सीसी
1199 सीसी
1197 सीसी
1197 सीसी
अधिकतम शक्ति
87.8 पीएस @ 6,000 आरपीएम
73.4 पीएस (सीएनजी) / 87.8 पीएस (पेट्रोल)
120 पीएस @ 5,500 आरपीएम
83 पीएस @ 6,000 आरपीएम
69 पीएस @ 6,000 आरपीएम
अधिकतम टॉर्क
115 एनएम @ 3,250 आरपीएम
103 एनएम (सीएनजी) / 115 एनएम (पेट्रोल)
170 एनएम @ 1,750-4,000 आरपीएम
113.8 एनएम @ 4,000 आरपीएम
95 एनएम @ 4,000 आरपीएम
ट्रांसमिशन विकल्प
5MT, 5AMT
5MT, 5AMT
6MT
5MT, 5AMT
5MT
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम हुंडई एक्सटर: व्यावहारिकता
टाटा पंच 37-लीटर पेट्रोल ईंधन टैंक के साथ आता है, जबकि iCNG वैरिएंट 60-लीटर जल-क्षमता CNG सिलेंडर का उपयोग करता है। पेट्रोल संस्करण में बूट स्पेस 366 लीटर है, हालांकि टाटा के ट्विन-सिलेंडर पैकेजिंग के साथ सीएनजी संस्करण में यह घटकर 210 लीटर हो जाता है।
हुंडई एक्सटर भी समान ईंधन टैंक क्षमता प्रदान करता है। बूट स्पेस लगभग 391 लीटर से थोड़ा बड़ा है, जो सामान क्षमता को प्राथमिकता देने वाले खरीदारों के लिए इसे एक छोटी बढ़त देता है। हालाँकि, कार निर्माता द्वारा न तो सीएनजी टैंक क्षमता और न ही सीएनजी स्थापित बूट स्पेस के आंकड़े प्रकाशित किए गए हैं।
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम हुंडई एक्सटर: इंटीरियर और फीचर्स
2026 पंच फेसलिफ्ट केबिन तकनीक में एक स्पष्ट कदम आगे बढ़ाता है। यह 10.25-इंच अल्ट्रा व्यू एचडी टचस्क्रीन इंफोटेनमेंट सिस्टम, 7-इंच डिजिटल इंस्ट्रूमेंट क्लस्टर, वायरलेस एंड्रॉइड ऑटो और ऐप्पल कारप्ले और टाटा के iRA 2.0 कनेक्टेड कार सूट के साथ 50 से अधिक सुविधाओं से लैस है। उच्चतर वेरिएंट में 360-डिग्री सराउंड-व्यू कैमरा, इंफोटेनमेंट स्क्रीन पर प्रदर्शित ब्लाइंड-स्पॉट मॉनिटरिंग, एक वायरलेस स्मार्टफोन चार्जर, एक 65W फास्ट टाइप-सी चार्जर, एम्बिएंट लाइटिंग, एक एयर प्यूरीफायर और एक वॉयस-असिस्टेड इलेक्ट्रिक सनरूफ भी मिलता है।
हुंडई एक्सटर में वायरलेस स्मार्टफोन कनेक्टिविटी, डिजिटल इंस्ट्रूमेंट क्लस्टर, ऑटोमैटिक क्लाइमेट कंट्रोल, रियर एसी वेंट और वायरलेस चार्जिंग के साथ 8 इंच का टचस्क्रीन इंफोटेनमेंट सिस्टम है। एक सनरूफ भी उपलब्ध है, जो एक्सटर के प्रमुख विक्रय बिंदुओं में से एक है। हुंडई की ब्लूलिंक कनेक्टेड कार तकनीक चुनिंदा वेरिएंट पर पेश की जाती है, हालांकि समग्र तकनीकी पैकेज पंच फेसलिफ्ट की तुलना में कम व्यापक है।
2026 टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट बनाम हुंडई एक्सटर: सुरक्षा
दोनों मॉडलों के लिए सुरक्षा पर विशेष ध्यान दिया गया है। टाटा पंच फेसलिफ्ट मानक के रूप में छह एयरबैग, इलेक्ट्रॉनिक स्थिरता नियंत्रण, हिल होल्ड और हिल डिसेंट कंट्रोल, आईटीपीएमएस, एसओएस कॉलिंग फ़ंक्शन और टाटा के सेफ्टी डोम आर्किटेक्चर के तहत एक प्रबलित बॉडी संरचना के साथ आता है। 360-डिग्री कैमरा और ब्लाइंड-स्पॉट मॉनिटरिंग के अलावा दिन-प्रतिदिन की सुरक्षा और ड्राइविंग आत्मविश्वास बढ़ता है।
हुंडई एक्सटर मानक के रूप में इलेक्ट्रॉनिक स्थिरता नियंत्रण, हिल-स्टार्ट असिस्ट, टायर प्रेशर मॉनिटरिंग, ISOFIX चाइल्ड सीट माउंट और एक कैमरे के साथ रियर पार्किंग सेंसर के साथ छह एयरबैग भी प्रदान करता है। हालाँकि इसमें हिल डिसेंट कंट्रोल या सराउंड-व्यू सिस्टम जैसी सुविधाओं का अभाव है, फिर भी यह सेगमेंट के लिए अच्छी तरह से सुसज्जित है।
2026 पंच फेसलिफ्ट के लॉन्च के साथ, टाटा मोटर्स ने मजबूत इंजन, अधिक उन्नत तकनीक और अधिक मुखर एसयूवी डिजाइन पेश करके सब-कॉम्पैक्ट एसयूवी सेगमेंट में मानक बढ़ाया है। हुंडई एक्सटर सामर्थ्य, ड्राइविंग में आसानी और कम चलने की लागत पर ध्यान केंद्रित करते हुए खुद को एक व्यावहारिक और कुशल विकल्प के रूप में स्थापित कर रही है।
New Delhi. Hyundai Motor Company has officially introduced its Staria Electric at the Brussels Motor Show. Its global debut reflects the company's ambitious plans to make large-size electric vehicles practical and affordable, especially in markets where MPVs are the preferred choice for everyday travel. It has a lithium-ion battery pack of 84 kWh. The biggest thing is that this is a 9 seater car. This means that 9 people can easily fit in it together and enjoy a comfortable ride.
Power and Performance It works with a front-mounted electric motor, which gives maximum power of 218 PS and peak torque of 350 Nm. Power is routed to the front wheels and the electric drivetrain has been tuned for refinement, giving consistent power delivery in varying driving conditions, Hyundai says.
800-volt electrical architecture The most striking technical feature of Staria Electric is its 800-volt electrical architecture, which provides low thermal stress with fast energy flow, allowing repeated fast charging without any impact on efficiency. In better DC charging conditions, the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just 20 minutes.
11 kW ac charger For everyday use, it has an 11 kW AC charger, so that charging can be done easily at home or office. Hyundai estimates that the WLTP driving range will be up to 400 km on a single charge. The electric layout results in a flat floor and long wheelbase, making the cabin spacious with good headroom and legroom in all rows.
Perfect for big family Large windows, low belt-line and high roofline bring natural light into the cabin, making the interior feel lounge-like. Hyundai will offer Staria Electric in two seating configurations to meet different needs. The seven-seater luxury variant will attract private owners and lifestyle buyers, while the nine-seater wagon version is for larger families, group travel and shuttle operations.
Adaptable cargo space Both variants have adaptable cargo space, wide sliding doors and large tailgate opening, which improves accessibility. From the outside, the Staria Electric retains the model's signature one-curve silhouette, which is adorned with electric-specific styling elements. The traditional air intake has been replaced by a closed-off front facia, which makes the MPV look more clean and aerodynamic.
Rolls-Royce plans to make India its third home market outside the UK, and is preparing for major investments in jet engines, naval propulsion and advanced engineering. According to Shashi Mukundan, Executive Vice President of Rolls-Royce India, the brand is preparing to make a huge investment in India. However, the investment figures have not been revealed yet.
New Delhi. British aero-engine maker Rolls-Royce on Sunday said it is planning to make India its third “home market” outside the UK. The company aims to unlock the full potential of opportunities in many areas such as jet engines, naval propulsion, land systems and advanced engineering. In an interview to PTI, Rolls-Royce India Executive Vice President Shashi Mukundan said that the company is planning “big investments” in India. He called it a priority to develop next generation aero engines in India, which will power the fighter planes being built under New Delhi's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme.
Mukundan also said that Rolls-Royce can also make an important contribution in electric propulsion technology to increase the combat capability of the Indian Navy. He suggested that the AMCA engine could be converted into a naval marine engine and could also be used for electric propulsion. He also said that Rolls-Royce is one of the few engine manufacturers in the world that has the capability to “marinize aero engines”.
Preparation for big investment in India Without giving further details, Mukundan said that Rolls-Royce is thinking of making big investments for its expansion in India. He said India has “scale, policy clarity and a strong drive to rapidly scale up a defense and industrial ecosystem” that is constantly evolving and refining.
Awaiting investment figures He further said, “If everything goes well, this will be a big investment. So big that people will notice it, but I don't want to give any figures. What really matters is the impact of this investment, which will develop the entire value chain and ecosystem in all the areas of our work here.” A top Rolls-Royce official said that the company will sign two memoranda of understanding (MoU) with two defense public sector undertakings in India. One of these agreements is for manufacturing engines for Arjun tanks, while the other is for engines for future combat vehicles.
Business Roundtable with PM Modi Mukundan also said that in October, CEO Tufan Erginbilgic told Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a business roundtable that India was going to be very important for Rolls-Royce going forward. “We have developed two other home markets outside the UK – the US and Germany. Now we want to make India our next home market. This means we want to work across every sector, and it is not just limited to defence.”
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New Delhi,Delhi
First Published :
January 12, 2026, 18:31 IST
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India will become the 'third home' of Rolls-Royce! Company is going to make 'huge' investment
Tata Punch 2026 facelift will be launched on January 13, 2026 with new turbo petrol engine, smart features and increased price in six trims, will compete with Hyundai Exeter.
New Delhi. India's most affordable sub-4 meter SUV (or compact crossover) Tata Punch is going to get a midlife update tomorrow i.e. on January 13, 2026. Even before the announcement of the official prices, the updated model has started reaching the dealerships and the company has also revealed its variants and key features. The new Tata Punch 2026 facelift will come in six trims, which include Smart (new entry-level), Pure, Pure+, Adventure, Accomplished and Accomplished+.
price Although the official prices will be announced tomorrow, the price of the 2026 Tata Punch facelift is expected to be slightly higher than the old model, whose current ex-showroom price ranges between Rs 5.50 lakh to Rs 9.30 lakh. The price of the new entry-level Smart+ variant can be around Rs 6 lakh. If this happens, the updated Punch may lose the title of India's most affordable SUV, as the Hyundai Exeter micro SUV is currently available between Rs 5.74 lakh and Rs 9.61 lakh. At the same time, the top-end variant of the new Punch can go up to around Rs 9.50 lakh.
new turbo petrol engine Talking about engine setup, the new Tata Punch 2026 facelift will get a new 1.2 liter turbocharged petrol engine, which will come with a 6-speed manual gearbox. This engine is taken from Nexon and produces maximum power of 120PS and torque of 170Nm.
NA petrol and CNG options remain intact The existing 1.2 liter petrol and 1.2 liter petrol + CNG powertrain options will also be available in the facelifted lineup. The naturally aspirated petrol engine delivers 88PS of power and 115Nm of torque, while the CNG variant delivers 73.5PS of power and 103Nm of torque. Transmission options will also remain the same as the old model, which includes 5-speed manual and 5-speed automated manual (AMT) gearbox.
Key Features
10.25 inch touchscreen infotainment system
7 inch digital driver display
wireless phone charger
Auto Dimming IRVM
touch based climate control
Extended thigh support in panel seats
connected car suit
Voice assisted electric sunroof
360 degree camera
blind-view monitor
6 airbags
electronic stability control
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
isofix child seat anchorings
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First Published :
January 12, 2026, 18:22 IST
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Will the new Tata Punch be India's cheapest SUV? Know the price before launch
