New Delhi. Mahindra's XUV 3XO and its previous model XUV300 together have crossed the sales mark of 4 lakh units in less than seven years. This achievement comes at a time when Mahindra is preparing to launch the electric version of 3XO, which will actually be the facelifted XUV400 and its design will be similar to the existing petrol and diesel 3XO. The sales of these vehicles have been very fast in recent months. Out of 4 lakh units sold so far, 1.57 lakh units have been sold in the last 19 months only, which clearly shows that the demand for Mahindra's compact SUV is increasing rapidly. October 2025 was the best month ever for this model line, when 12,237 units were delivered from Mahindra's plant.
XUV300 and XUV 3XO range FY 2025 has been the strongest year ever for the XUV300 and XUV 3XO ranges. Mahindra sold 1,00,905 units in this financial year, which is 84 percent more than the 54,726 units sold in financial year 2024. The reason behind this growth is XUV 3XO's strong positioning in the compact SUV segment, feature-rich variants and a wide choice of petrol, diesel and turbo petrol engines.
Electric XUV 3XO: Platform and battery options The upcoming electric XUV 3XO will be built on the basic platform of the existing XUV400 EV, which is currently priced between Rs 15.49 lakh and Rs 17.69 lakh. The XUV400 gets two battery options: a 34.5 kWh pack, which gives a range of 375 km on a single charge, and a 39.4 kWh pack, which has a claimed range of 456 km. Both the variants have a single electric motor, which gives about 150 PS power and 310 Nm torque. Talking about the exterior design, the look of the XUV 3XO EV will be similar to the petrol-diesel 3XO, which will get a new front grille, revised bumper and sharp LED lighting signature. The EV version will have special features like blanked off grille, aero optimized alloy wheels and charging port on the left front fender.
Positioning in Mahindra's EV line-up The XUV 3XO EV will be Mahindra's entry-level electric SUV, slotted below the BE 6 and XEV 9e. Both of them are based on the INGLO electric platform, while the 3XO EV and XUV400 are built on the modified platform of petrol-diesel variants. Mahindra is testing the XUV 3XO EV on public roads with light camouflage, which seems to indicate that its development has progressed significantly. It is expected that it will be launched before the end of the current financial year. Meanwhile, Maruti Suzuki is also preparing to launch its first electric SUV eVX, which will compete in the compact and midsize electric SUV segment.
From compact SUV to compact EV The combined performance of the XUV300 and XUV 3XO clearly shows how buyer preferences have changed in the compact SUV segment. The model line which started only in petrol and diesel, will soon become a family with electric variants, which will have the same design language. With this, buyers will get the option of petrol-diesel or electric power, that too without changing the model.
New Delhi. These days, compact SUV cars are dominating the Indian automobile market. In the last few years, cars of this segment have gained tremendous popularity in the Indian market and have left behind hatchback and sedan cars which were the first choice of Indian customers a few years ago. Now if you are thinking of getting a new compact SUV then Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 is a great option for you. MX2 is the diesel variant of this car. If your budget is tight and you cannot pay lump sum for this car, then you can finance it with a downpayment of Rs 2 lakh. Come, let us know about this in details.
Onroad Price with RTO and Insurance Mahindra sells MX2 as the diesel variant of XUV 3XO. The ex-showroom price of the entry level variant of this vehicle is Rs 8.95 lakh. Suppose you buy this SUV in Delhi, then you will have to pay RTO of around Rs 78,000 and insurance of around Rs 45,000. After which Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 on-road price will reach around Rs 10.18 lakh.
Downpayment of Rs 2 lakh If you want to bring home the diesel variant MX2 of this vehicle after making a down payment of Rs 2 lakh, then you will have to take the remaining Rs 8.18 lakh as a loan from the bank. If the bank is giving you a loan of Rs 8.18 lakh at an interest rate of 9% for 7 years, then you will have to pay Rs 13309 as EMI every month.
How much will the car cost? Suppose you take a car loan of Rs 8.18 lakh from a bank at 9 percent interest for 7 years, then you will have to pay EMI of Rs 13309 every month. This means you will have to pay around Rs 2.99 lakh as interest for the diesel variant MX2 of Mahindra XUV 3XO for 7 years. After which the total price of this SUV for you will become Rs 13.17 lakh.
compete with these vehicles The company offers Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 as a compact SUV i.e. 4 meter long SUV. In this segment, it competes directly with vehicles like Renault Kiger, Maruti Breeza, Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue and Nissan Magnite which are already quite popular in the market.
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New Delhi. Tata Motors is going to launch its most important and much awaited product today – All-New Sierra. Prices of ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) variants will be released today. Earlier reports had said that the ICE variant of Sierra will be based on the ATLAS (Adaptive Tech Forward Lifestyle Architecture) platform. The same architecture is also used for the existing curve. But according to our sources, Sierra will be based on a completely new platform. It has been designed and tuned to strike a balance between better road performance and ride quality. The new Sierra will be manufactured in Sainand. Sources have also said that the new Sierra will be manufactured at the Sainand factory, which Tata Motors bought from Ford. The acquisition of this plant was completed in January 2023. Whereas, Curve is manufactured in Ranjangaon facility.
There will be both petrol and diesel engine options While the Harrier and Safari come with only diesel engines, the Sierra will be available in both petrol and diesel engine options. It will get two petrol engines – one 1.5 liter naturally aspirated engine which will give a power of around 120hp and the other 1.5 liter direct-injection turbocharged petrol engine, which was shown at the Auto Expo 2023. The turbo-petrol engine will generate power of around 170hp and 280Nm and will be available in higher variants.
Apart from this, diesel engine will also be available. Earlier reports had said that the company may offer a detuned version of Harrier's 2.0 liter diesel engine in Sierra. But according to the latest information, the compact SUV will get a 1.5 liter turbocharged diesel engine. Powertrain specifications may be revealed later today. The all-new Sierra will come with front wheel drive (FWD). The original Sierra of the 90s had rear-wheel drive, with some higher variants also offering four-wheel drive (4WD).
4×4 support Interestingly, the platform of the new Sierra also supports 4×4 and if there is demand, Tata Motors can also bring this option in the future. Triple-screen setup will be available. The cabin of Sierra has been brilliantly designed and many features have been provided in it. The biggest attraction is the triple-screen setup, which will have three 12.3-inch screens – driver information display, central infotainment screen and front passenger entertainment display. This setup will be available only in higher variants. Two screens and a HUD (Head Up Display) can be found in the lower variants.
These features are also present Apart from these, the higher variants will also get panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, dual-zone climate control, ventilated seats, wireless charger, 360-degree camera, electronic parking brake and more. The vehicle will also have premium audio system and connectivity features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The design of the new Sierra (ICE) is praiseworthy. It has sharp lines, clean body panels and smart design elements. The highlight of the exterior design is the curved rear window glass, which creates the visual effect of a large panoramic glasshouse – reminiscent of the single-piece rear glass of the original Sierra.
hidden door beadings Apart from this, hidden door beadings are also provided in it, which gives it a clean and attractive look. Another smart feature is the clamshell designed boot lid. This means that when you open the boot, the tail lamps will also rise. Tata's design team has given the SUV secondary tail lamps (warning lamps), which are located behind the boot lid. They will be able to give warning to other vehicles even when the boot is open. It also has red puddle lamps, which were also available in the original SUV.
collision with creta Being a compact SUV, the new Sierra will face tough competition from the Hyundai Creta, which is currently the leader in the segment. The company says that Sierra will offer more features than Creta. It has been designed and engineered to be more premium and desirable than the Creta (and other mid-size SUVs like Seltos, Grand Vitara, Urban Cruiser Highrider etc.). EV version will also come soon. All-electric version of Sierra will also be launched soon. Tata Motors has already shown its design. The market launch is expected in the coming months.
Shafali Verma Buys MG Cyberster: It is counted among the cheapest sports car in India. The car has new great sports car features. To make it convertible, a soft top has been used in it. Indian women's cricket team won the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, Shefali Verma celebrated the victory by buying MG Cyberster electric sports car, which is worth Rs 75 lakh. MG Cyberster is counted among the cheapest sports cars in India. The car has new great sports car features. To make it convertible, a soft top has been used in it.
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New Delhi. The Indian women's cricket team has made the entire country proud by winning the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025. After this victory, many players of the team celebrated this special occasion. Among these, famous cricketer Shefali Verma has also celebrated this happiness by buying herself a new MG Cyberster electric sports car. Indian female cricketer Shafali Verma bought MG Cyberster. Recently MG India has shared pictures of Shafali Verma with the new MG Cyberster. In these pictures, Shefali Verma is seen standing at the cricket ground, where her electric sports car is parked on the red carpet. On this occasion, she is wearing a dress matching the color of her car.
Video shared online A video of the delivery of Shefali Verma's MG Cyberster has also been shared online. In this short video, Shafali Verma comes to the ground, where her car is hidden inside a foldable box. She removes the ribbon from the box and the box opens to reveal her MG Cyberster. After this, she shoots flares from the flare gun and sits inside the car and checks its cabin.
MG Cyberster: Sale of 256 units Shafali Verma's MG Cyberster EV, India's youngest player who has represented the country in all three cricket formats, Shafali Verma has bought her MG Cyberster electric sports car in Andes Gray shade. With this color option, a red colored soft top has been provided, which looks quite beautiful. MG is bringing its Cyberster to India through the CBU route and till now more than 256 units of this sports car have been sold in the country.
Price is Rs 75 lakh This electric sports car is currently the only one of its kind in the country and its price is Rs 75 lakh. It is available in only one variant. It has a dual electric motor setup, which generates power of 510 hp and peak torque of 725 Nm. Talking about the battery pack, it has a large battery of 77 kWh, which gives a claimed range of 580 km.
MG Cyberster: Classic Coupe In terms of design, MG Cyberster has a classic coupe design, which looks even more beautiful when its electronic scissor doors open. At the front, it has sleek LED headlights and large air vents on both sides of the lower bumper. It also gets 20-inch alloy wheels and arrow shaped rear LED taillights, which further enhance its unique design.
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टाटा मोटर्स प्रतिष्ठित को पुनर्जीवित किया है पहाड़ों का सिलसिला दो दशकों से अधिक समय के बाद आधुनिक स्वरूप में नेमप्लेट। 2025 टाटा सिएरा अब 11.49 लाख रुपये (एक्स-शोरूम) की शुरुआती शुरुआती कीमत पर बिक्री पर है। अपने पूर्ववर्ती की तरह, नई सिएरा का रुख सीधा है, छत पर काले-आउट खंड अल्पाइन खिड़कियों, घुमावदार बी-स्तंभों और चौकोर अनुपात से मिलते जुलते हैं। हालाँकि, मध्यम आकार की एसयूवी में आधुनिक डिजाइन तत्व भी शामिल हैं, जैसे सामने और पीछे की पूरी चौड़ाई वाली एलईडी लाइट बार, 17 से 19 इंच के बीच के मिश्र धातु के पहिये, चमकदार काली बॉडी क्लैडिंग और बहुत कुछ।
New Delhi. If you are waiting for the right time to buy a Maruti Suzuki car, then November 2025 may be right for you. India's largest carmaker is offering huge cash discounts, exchange bonuses and scrappage incentives on many popular models at its Arena and Nexa dealerships.
Alto and Celerio Maruti Suzuki Arena Offers Starting with the Arena lineup, the entry-level Alto K10, S-Presso and Celerio are getting a cash discount of Rs 15,000, a corporate discount of Rs 2,500 and an exchange bonus of Rs 15,000. There is a cash discount of Rs 20,000 on the ever-popular Wagon R, while the Swift's LXi and CNG trims are getting a discount of Rs 10,000 and other variants are getting a discount of Rs 15,000. Apart from this, buyers can also avail corporate bonus of Rs 5,000 and exchange bonus of Rs 15,000.
Discount on Eeco and Desire Moving up the range, there is a cashback of Rs 10,000 and an exchange bonus of Rs 15,000 on the Eeco. There is a corporate discount of only Rs 2,500 on the Dezire sedan, while the Brezza petrol is getting a corporate discount of Rs 5,000 and an exchange bonus of Rs 15,000. However, the Ertiga continues to be offered without any discount this month. As an additional benefit, Maruti Suzuki is also offering an additional scrappage benefit of Rs 25,000 on trade-in of a 15-year-old car on most Arena models (except Dzire and Ertiga).
Maruti Suzuki Nexa Offers The discounts in Nexa showrooms are equally attractive. There is a discount of Rs 25,000 on the manual variant and Rs 30,000 on the AMT variant on Ignis, along with an exchange bonus of Rs 15,000 or scrappage benefit of Rs 30,000. There is a discount of Rs 15,000 on the Baleno manual version and Rs 20,000 on AMT, along with additional benefits of up to Rs 25,000 under exchange or scrappage schemes.
Maruti Franks Front offers vary depending on engine; There is a cash and exchange bonus of Rs 10,000 on non-turbo variants, while there is a cash discount of Rs 50,000 on turbo variants. There is an exchange bonus of Rs 1 lakh and an additional cash discount of Rs 25,000 on the Jimny Alpha trim. There is Rs 10,000 cashback and Rs 25,000 scrappage benefit on the XL6 Zeta variant, while there is Rs 40,000 cashback and Rs 40,000 exchange bonus on Grand Vitara Smart Hybrid variants, along with a five-year extended warranty. The Strong Hybrid version has a discount of Rs 60,000, five years warranty and additional exchange benefit. At the top of the range, there is an exchange bonus of Rs 1 lakh or a scrappage incentive of Rs 1.15 lakh on the Invicto Alpha, which is the biggest offer from Maruti this month.
Indian cricketer Shafali Verma took delivery of the MG Cyberster, a roadster that is famous in India for its performance-focused dual-motor setup and open-top design.
Shafali Verma posed for a picture with the MG Cyberster after taking delivery of the electric roadster.
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Indian cricketer Shafali Verma recently took delivery of the MG Cyberster. The Cyberster is an electric, two-door roadster, one of the most powerful cars currently in the MG lineup. The development came in the same year that Verma played a key role in India's 2025 ICC Women's World Cup win, adding another personal milestone to her career. Shafali Verma is the youngest Indian cricketer to represent the country in all three international formats.
What is the price and availability of MG Cyberster?
The Cabriolet can be booked online or at 'MG Select' centers across the country, which includes a portable 3.3 kW charger, 7.4 kW wall box charger and installation services. MG offers a lifetime warranty on the battery for the first owner and three years/unlimited kilometer warranty for the vehicle. price of mg cyberster is 74.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
Also Read: 2026 MG Cyberster, CyberX and Cyberster Black showcased at Shanghai Auto Show
What does MG Cyberster look like?
In terms of design, the MG Cyberster offers a sleek, low-slung, convertible profile. It is built on a dedicated electric vehicle platform with a 2,690 mm wheelbase and rides on 20-inch staggered alloy wheels. The rear features a subtly sloping boot with a slight lip, while smooth shoulder lines and overall shape emphasize aerodynamics, achieving a drag coefficient of 0.269.
What are the color options available for MG Cyberster?
The MG Cyberster will be available in four exterior colors in India: Nuclear Yellow with black roof, Flare Red with black roof, Andes Gray with red roof and Modern Beige with red roof.
What are the performance and range claims of the MG Cyberster?
Regarding performance and range, the sports car is powered by a 77 kWh battery located between the axles, forming the floor. It is paired with dual electric motors, producing 503 bhp and 725 Nm of torque. MG claims it can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 3.2 seconds, making it the most powerful MG production model to date, with a maximum range of up to 510 km on a full charge.
Globally, MG also offers a rear-wheel-drive option equipped with a smaller 64 kWh battery, delivering 295 bhp and a slightly better range of 519 km.
The chassis tuning has been overseen by ex-Formula 1 engineer Marco Fenello, with Brembo brakes allowing stopping from 100 to 0 km/h in just 33 metres. Safety features include Level 2 ADAS, a driver monitoring system, multiple airbags, electronic stability control and a body structure designed to resist rollovers.
Also Read: MG Cyberster gets new RWD variant, will it be launched in India?
What are the key features of MG Cyberster?
Key features of the MG Cyberster include a cabin equipped with:
two 7 inch digital screens
10.25 inch central infotainment system
Suede and Vegan Leather Upholstery
Dual zone climate control
a PM 2.5 filter
bose audio system
sporty style seats
Flat-bottom multifunction steering wheel with integrated controls
rotary launch control selector
Paddle shifters for regenerative braking adjustment
Also See: MG Motor launches Cyberster in India, reveals future EV plans
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New Delhi. There are many options for SUV cars in the current Indian market. You can choose your car according to your budget and choice. There was a time when sedan and hatchback cars used to dominate the Indian market. Now SUV models are dominating the market. But do you know which was India's first SUV? When was it launched? And how much did it cost? If not, let us know.
Tata Sierra: India's first SUV Tata Motors' Sierra car was India's first SUV which was launched in 1991. That means 34 years ago. At the time of launch, this car was a completely different car in itself. No other such model existed in India. The entire concept of SUV was new in India.
How much did the first SUV cost? At the time of its launch in 1991, the price of this SUV was Rs 5 lakh. In today's times, this price may seem quite low but it was not so. This was a huge amount in 1991 and with this price, this car was counted among the most expensive cars of that era.
Return on 25th November The most important thing is that the company is once again going to launch Tata Sierra in the Indian market in a new avatar. This car will be officially presented by Tata Motors in India on 25th November.
Why was Sierra special?
indigenous engineering
It was the first Indian car to be designed and engineered entirely for personal use, keeping the Indian market in mind. Earlier, the jeeps available in the market were either foreign designs or were primarily built for utility purposes.
Features ahead of time
Sierra was way ahead of its time. This was the first car in India in which features like power windows and adjustable steering wheel were provided. It was also available with factory-fitted air conditioning (AC).
Powerful and offroad capability
It was a 3-door SUV, with its unique identity being the large glass window at the rear (called the Alpine Window). It was built on body-on-frame construction, which made it very strong and suitable for rough roads. It also had the option of 4×4 (four-wheel drive) variant, which made it an excellent off-roading SUV.
engine:
Initially it came with a 2.0-litre diesel engine. Later, the company also introduced a turbocharged diesel engine (2.0-litre, 87 bhp) in 1997, which further increased its performance. When the Sierra was launched in 1991, it was priced around or above ₹5 lakh. At that time, popular cars like Maruti 800 were available for ₹1 lakh to ₹1.5 lakh. In comparison, the Sierra was a premium and expensive offering. Due to its high price and three-door design, its sales were not as successful as expected, and production was discontinued in 2003.
One of the defining developments of the year was the implementation of GST 2.0 reforms, which recalibrated the taxation structure for automobiles. Small cars, which form the backbone of first-time buyers’ mobility, saw a reduction in GST from 28 per cent to 18 per cent. This policy change made affordable cars more accessible to the burgeoning middle class, particularly in smaller cities and towns where such vehicles dominate household mobility.
Simultaneously, larger cars over four meters in length and premium motorcycles above 350cc were subjected to a fixed 40 per cent tax. The reforms not only reduced costs for buyers but also simplified the taxation framework, creating predictability in pricing and enabling dealerships to offer attractive deals during festival seasons.
Auto Retail Grows 3.4 per cent in H1 FY’26:
Two-wheelers continued to dominate the market, registering 88,37,140 units, a 3.07 per cent increase from a year ago.
India’s automobile retail sector recorded steady growth in the first half of FY’26 (April–September 2025), with total vehicle registrations rising 3.42 per cent year-on-year to 1,23,48,306 units, up from 1,19,39,890 units in the same period last year. The latest data highlights broad-based recovery across most vehicle categories, though growth remained moderate amid mixed economic indicators.
Two-wheelers continued to dominate the market, registering 88,37,140 units, a 3.07 per cent increase from a year ago. Accounting for over 71 per cent of total sales, the segment remains the primary volume driver for the industry. Demand was buoyed by improving rural sentiment, easing financing conditions, and steady traction for entry-level commuter bikes and scooters. Passenger vehicles (PVs) grew 3.67 per cent to 19,50,586 units, reflecting sustained momentum in the SUV and crossover segments. The category contributed nearly 16 per cent to overall registrations, aided by festive bookings and a widening choice of hybrid and electric variants.
In the tractor segment, sales surged 10.68 per cent to 4,48,987 units, marking the sharpest growth among all categories. The rise signals a recovery in rural markets and healthy pre-harvest demand. Three-wheelers also expanded 3.86 per cent to 6,18,225 units, supported by increasing adoption of electric passenger and cargo models for urban last-mile mobility. Meanwhile, commercial vehicles (CVs) recorded a modest 2.56 per cent uptick to 4,60,475 units, indicating stable freight and infrastructure activity despite broader macroeconomic headwinds.
The first half of FY’26 shows an encouraging mix of growth across personal and rural mobility segments, even as the construction equipment category declined slightly. With the festive season underway, industry players are optimistic that retail demand will strengthen further in the coming quarters.
Also Read : Festive demand, GST cuts lift Navratri car sales 35 per cent, overall retails up 6 per cent
Big Shakedown: Tata Reclaims No. 2 Spot on Record SUV, Small Car Sales
Tata is in the second spot for September sales, followed by Mahindra and then Hyundai.
Festival season sales in 2025 underscored the profound impact of GST 2.0 on consumer behaviour. Automakers reported some of the highest monthly retail numbers in recent history, driven by pent-up demand, strategic pricing, and festive promotions. While Maruti Suzuki maintained its dominance as India’s leading car brand, Tata Motors recorded its highest-ever retail sales in September 2025, reclaiming the second position in the country’s overall passenger vehicle market.
Tata Motors posted its strongest monthly performance ever, selling a historic 60,907 units in September 2025, a remarkable 47 per cent year-on-year growth. This surge helped Tata reclaim the second spot among India’s best-selling car brands, overtaking Hyundai, which saw a slowdown during the period. The Tata Nexon SUV spearheaded the rally, recording its highest-ever monthly sales for any Tata model with over 22,500 units delivered.
Following the rollout of GST 2.0 reforms in 2025, Honda reduced prices across key models—the Amaze, City, and Elevate—by as much as ₹1.2 lakh. The strategy has clearly paid off, with the company recording a strong 15.3% year-on-year rise in domestic sales in October 2025, led primarily by renewed demand for the Amaze. By passing the tax benefits directly to buyers, Honda has effectively improved the affordability of its lineup, helping attract more customers during the crucial festive season.
“We welcome the Government’s GST Reforms 2025 which came at a very timely juncture for the Auto industry. These progressive measures have not only made vehicles more accessible to customers but also provided a strong impetus to festive season demand,” said Kunal Behl, Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd.
Navratri 2025 marked a record-breaking festive season for automobile retail in India. Reflecting on the same, FADA Vice President, Sai Giridhar said, “Navratri 2025 will go down as one of the most memorable chapters in India’s automobile retail journey — a true ‘Bachat Utsav’ unleashed by the visionary GST 2.0 reform announced by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji. For the first time ever, dealerships across the nation witnessed record-breaking footfalls and deliveries, with overall retail surging by 34 per cent YoY — a historic high during any festive season.”
The combination of pricing incentives, festival-driven purchases, and strategic marketing created a surge in demand that exceeded expectations. Automakers reported that a significant proportion of these sales came from new buyers entering the market, signalling a demographic shift towards aspirational purchases rather than purely utilitarian choices.
Electrification Gains Momentum
The EV segment continued to expand, reinforced by its structural tax advantage of 5 per cent GST. Several automakers, including BYD, Tata, MG Motor, and Mahindra, expanded their electric vehicle portfolios, launching affordable and mid-range EVs alongside premium electric SUVs. Startups like Ultraviolette, Oben, and Ola Electric played a complementary role, bringing smaller, technology-driven EVs and scooters to urban consumers.
EVs attracted buyers not only because of low GST rates but also due to lower running and maintenance costs. However, price parity with ICE vehicles remained challenging because of high battery costs, limited domestic manufacturing scale, and the need for imported components such as lithium-ion cells. Despite this, the industry witnessed a clear trend: urban buyers, professionals, and environmentally conscious consumers increasingly considered EVs as viable alternatives for personal mobility.
Also Read : BYD overtakes Tesla to secure pole position in electric car race
Global EV players knock on Indian doors:
The Tesla Model Y India is the brand’s first offering in India after years of speculation and stalled negotiations
Tesla’s India Entry: After years of speculation and stalled negotiations, American electric vehicle giant Tesla finally made its official debut in India, marking a watershed moment for the country’s fast-evolving EV landscape. The company, led by billionaire Elon Musk, inaugurated its first retail and service centre in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex in July 2025, with the Model Y becoming the brand’s maiden offering for Indian buyers.
Priced around ₹60 lakh (ex-showroom), the Model Y positions Tesla firmly in the premium EV segment, competing with the likes of the BYD Seal, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Volvo XC40 Recharge. While initial batches are being imported as completely built units (CBUs), industry sources suggest Tesla is already scouting sites in Maharashtra and Gujarat for potential local assembly operations.
The company is also laying the groundwork for its famed Supercharger network, with the first V4 fast-charging station already operational in Delhi. Tesla’s India website is live, allowing customers to configure and book their cars online. Deliveries of the Model Y electric SUV have commenced across India in a phased rollout.
Despite the excitement, challenges remain. Import duties, even under the revised policy, keep Tesla’s vehicles out of reach for most Indian buyers. Moreover, India’s charging infrastructure and battery supply chain are still at a nascent stage. Domestic players like Tata Motors and Mahindra are already dominating the affordable EV space, making Tesla’s task of scaling up in India a steep climb.
VinFast enters India with global electric SUV lineup:
The VinFast VF7 and VF6 are the first launches from the Vietnamese brand in India, made at its assembly plant in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
The Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast has officially entered the Indian market, unveiling its first two models — the VF 6 and VF 7. It also officially inaugurated its electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant at the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, marking the company’s formal entry into India’s rapidly expanding EV manufacturing landscape.
VinFast’s Tamil Nadu facility is spread across 400 acres with an initial annual capacity of 50,000 units, scalable up to 150,000 units. This facility is the company’s third operational plant and the fifth project in its global manufacturing network. As its first production base outside Vietnam, the site underscores VinFast’s global ambitions and its capability to execute large-scale projects. India is set to become VinFast’s key export hub for right-hand-drive markets. VinFast’s entry signals growing confidence among global EV makers in India’s electrification roadmap and the government’s push toward cleaner mobility.
Also Read : VinFast crosses 1 lakh sales in Vietnam within 9 months
Indian auto industry: The road ahead
With over 4.3 million passenger vehicles sold last year, India has cemented its position as the third-largest auto market in the world
India’s automobile market stands on the cusp of a structural transformation, driven by accelerated electrification, policy-backed localisation, and a strong rebound in domestic demand. With over 4.3 million passenger vehicles sold last year, India has firmly cemented its position as the world’s third-largest auto market, but the next phase will be defined more by technology and sustainability than sheer volume.
The government’s new EV policy—offering reduced import duties for automakers committing to local production—has set the stage for global entrants such as Tesla, VinFast, and BYD to establish a footprint in India. Meanwhile, domestic manufacturers like Tata Motors, Mahindra, and Maruti Suzuki are investing heavily in dedicated EV platforms, battery plants, and connected vehicle ecosystems. Analysts expect EV penetration in passenger cars to rise from the current 3–4 per cent to over 15 per cent by 2030.
Electrification aside, the industry’s evolution will hinge on advanced manufacturing and supply chain localisation. The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme is catalysing investment in semiconductor components, lithium-ion battery modules, and hydrogen fuel cell systems. Automakers are also transitioning toward software-defined vehicles, integrating over-the-air updates, AI-based driver assistance, and telematics-driven predictive maintenance.
However, the road is not without speed bumps. Charging infrastructure expansion, raw material dependency for battery production, and high acquisition costs continue to slow mass adoption. The ICE (internal combustion engine) segment will remain relevant for the near term, supported by biofuels, CNG, and hybrid technologies.
Still, industry experts view this decade as India’s inflection point—a shift from being a low-cost manufacturing base to a mobility innovation hub. With rising exports, evolving powertrain diversity, and deepening R&D investments, the Indian auto industry is entering a high-tech, low-emission era that could redefine its global competitiveness.
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कलिनन वर्तमान में एकमात्र एसयूवी है रोल्स-रॉयसकी पूरी लाइनअप. अन्य छवियों में, एक अन्य परिचित कलिनन जन्मदिन के उपहार के बगल में खड़ा है। नरगिस ने पहले भी इस दूसरे कलिनन के साथ अपनी कार के पीछे 'व्यूइंग सूट' में बैठे हुए अपनी तस्वीरें पोस्ट की हैं। ये दोनों कलिनन एसयूवी सीरीज़ I (प्री-फेसलिफ्ट) मॉडल प्रतीत होती हैं।
रोल्स-रॉयस कलिनन: प्रदर्शन और विशिष्टताएँ
2018 में लॉन्च की गई, कलिनन को पिछले साल 2024 में नया रूप मिला। सेगमेंट में, रोल्स-रॉयस कलिनन जैसी लक्जरी एसयूवी को टक्कर देती है। बेंटले बेंटायगा. शृंखला I कलिनन रोल्स-रॉयस वाहनों में ऑल व्हील ड्राइव (AWD) की शुरुआत हुई। रोल्स-रॉयस कलिनन ब्लैक बैज एसयूवी को पावर देने वाला 6.75-लीटर ट्विन-टर्बोचार्ज्ड वी12 इंजन है, जो 5,000 आरपीएम पर 583 बीएचपी की अधिकतम पावर और 1,600 आरपीएम पर 900 एनएम का अधिकतम टॉर्क पैदा करने में सक्षम है। यह एसयूवी 250 किमी प्रति घंटे तक की रफ्तार हासिल करने में सक्षम है। ट्रांसमिशन ड्यूटी के लिए, लक्जरी एसयूवी ZF-सोर्स्ड आठ-स्पीड ऑटोमैटिक गियरबॉक्स का उपयोग करती है। इसके तुरंत बाद एक ब्लैक बैज वेरिएंट भी लॉन्च किया गया, जिसने 600 बीएचपी और 900 एनएम टॉर्क पैदा करते हुए थोड़ा बेहतर प्रदर्शन किया।
प्री-फेसलिफ्ट कलिनन में रोल्स-रॉयस की सभी क्लासिक डिजाइन विशेषताएं और ब्रांड नाम का पर्याय एक शानदार इंटीरियर मिलता है। शेखी बघारना बोल्ड और बॉक्सी लुक जो सड़क पर उपस्थिति की मांग करता है, कलिनन जहां भी जाती है निश्चित रूप से एक बयान देती है। हालाँकि, बॉक्सनेस को गोल कोनों के साथ पूरक किया गया है, जो दृश्य उपस्थिति में लक्जरी बिट लाते हैं। सभी रोल्स-रॉयस कारों की तरह, चार दरवाजों वाली SIV में आगे की तरफ आत्मघाती दरवाजे हैं और पारंपरिक हैं लोगों पीछे की ओर, जो इसे अद्वितीय बनाता है। अंदर की तरफ, एसयूवी में अधिकतम पांच लोगों के बैठने की आधिकारिक क्षमता है।
एक अपसाइड-डाउन (यूएसडी) फोर्क एक समय अधिक प्रीमियम मोटरसाइकिलों के लिए आरक्षित सुविधा थी, जिसका मुख्य कारण उनके निर्माण की अतिरिक्त जटिलता (और इसलिए, लागत) थी। हालाँकि, यह प्रवृत्ति बदल रही है, और निर्माता अब तकनीक को अधिक किफायती मशीनों में ला रहे हैं। यहां भारत में यूएसडी फोर्क वाली पांच सबसे किफायती बाइक हैं।
5. हीरो एक्सट्रीम 160R 4V
1.30 लाख रुपये
हीरो एक्सट्रीम 160आर 4वी एक भारी भरकम 37 मिमी केवाईबी यूएसडी फोर्क से सुसज्जित है। 1,29,615 रुपये की कीमत पर, यह इस सूची की सबसे महंगी मोटरसाइकिल है – अगली मोटरसाइकिल RTR 160 4V से सिर्फ 1,125 रुपये अधिक।
4. टीवीएस अपाचे आरटीआर 160 4वी
1.28 लाख रुपये
अपाचे आरटीआर 160 4वी सात वेरिएंट में उपलब्ध है, जिनमें सबसे महंगे दो मॉडल यूएसडी फोर्क की सुविधा वाले एकमात्र मॉडल हैं। इसमें डुअल-चैनल एबीएस भी मिलता है। आरटीआर 160 4वी को लंबे समय से एक बेहतरीन ऑल-राउंड पैकेज माना जाता है, जो राइड मोड, एडजस्टेबल लीवर और ब्लूटूथ कनेक्टिविटी के साथ पूरी तरह से डिजिटल इंस्ट्रूमेंट क्लस्टर जैसी सुविधाएं प्रदान करता है।
बजाज पल्सर N160 तीन वेरिएंट में उपलब्ध है, केवल टॉप-एंड मॉडल में यूएसडी फोर्क की सुविधा है। यह राइड मोड और टर्न-बाय-टर्न नेविगेशन की पेशकश करने वाला एकमात्र वेरिएंट है।
2. टीवीएस रोनिन
1.25 लाख रु
टीवीएस रोनिन अपने सेगमेंट के लिए इसमें असामान्य रूप से बड़ा 41 मिमी शोवा यूएसडी फोर्क है। आरआर 310 से उधार लिया गया, इसे रोनिन की सवारी के अनुरूप संशोधित स्प्रिंग और डंपिंग दरों के साथ बड़े पैमाने पर फिर से तैयार किया गया है।
CB125 हॉर्नेट यह भारत में यूएसडी फोर्क वाली सबसे किफायती मोटरसाइकिल है और इस सूची में नवीनतम प्रवेशी है। इसका यूएसडी फोर्क एक सेगमेंट-फर्स्ट फीचर है, जो इसे देश में सबसे छोटी क्षमता वाली मोटरसाइकिल बनाता है। यह ब्लूटूथ कनेक्टिविटी के साथ 4.3 इंच टीएफटी डिस्प्ले के साथ आता है, जो इसे इसकी कीमत के लिए एक अच्छी तरह से सुसज्जित बाइक बनाता है।
जेनेसिस का मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट एक मध्य-इंजन, ट्रैक-केंद्रित भविष्य के मॉडल का पूर्वावलोकन करता है जिसमें रेसिंग-आधारित डिज़ाइन, एयरो-चालित स्टाइल और मूल्यांकन के तहत वी 8-आधारित प्रदर्शन दिशा शामिल है।
मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट ने एयरोडायनामिक्स और कूलिंग के आधार पर कम, मध्य-इंजन रुख के साथ शुरुआत की।
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उत्पत्ति ने मैग्मा को प्रकट किया है जीटी फ्रांस में सर्किट पॉल रिकार्ड में संकल्पना, इसे उच्च-प्रदर्शन विकास के अगले दशक के केंद्रबिंदु के रूप में स्थापित करती है। भविष्य के हेलो मॉडल का पूर्वावलोकन करने के लिए निर्मित, यह अवधारणा एक प्रदर्शन विरासत के लिए आधार तैयार करती है और ब्रांड के दीर्घकालिक समर्थन का समर्थन करती है महत्वाकांक्षा जीटी-क्लास रेसिंग में प्रवेश करने के लिए।
जेनेसिस का कहना है कि केवल एक डिज़ाइन डिस्प्ले होने के बजाय, मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट यह दर्शाता है कि उसकी भविष्य की प्रदर्शन कारों का निर्माण किस लिए किया जाएगा: नियंत्रित गति, ट्रैक-केंद्रित क्षमता और मोटरस्पोर्ट-प्रेरित इंजीनियरिंग में अधिक गंभीर बदलाव।
यह अवधारणा जेनेसिस की नई “लक्ज़री हाई परफॉर्मेंस” दिशा का भी आधार है, जिसका लक्ष्य एक लक्जरी ब्रांड से अपेक्षित परिशोधन के साथ रेसिंग इरादे को जोड़ना है।
मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट जेनेसिस में अब तक देखी गई किसी भी चीज़ की तुलना में कम, व्यापक और अधिक एथलेटिक रुख पेश करता है। इसकी सतहें बहुत आक्रामक होने के बजाय वायुगतिकीय और स्थिरता के लिए बनाई गई हैं। इसे एक पारंपरिक मध्य-इंजन सुपरकार के रूप में डिज़ाइन किया गया है, जिसमें एक लंबी, नीची नाक, एक आगे की ओर झुका हुआ केबिन और एक तेज कोण वाला रियर डेक है। चिकनी सतहें चौड़ी, मांसल मेहराबों से बाधित होती हैं जो कार को एक सुव्यवस्थित, मोटरस्पोर्ट जैसी मुद्रा देती हैं।
सामने, जेनेसिस अपने ट्विन-ब्लेड लाइटिंग सिग्नेचर को रिवर्स-ओपनिंग क्लैमशेल बोनट में एकीकृत रखता है। बम्पर में एक एकल, चौड़ा हवा का उद्घाटन होता है जो नाक तक फैला होता है, जबकि हेडलैम्प इकाइयाँ एयरो तत्वों के रूप में कार्य करके एक माध्यमिक भूमिका निभाती हैं जो सामने के छोर को गति से टरमैक में धकेलने में मदद करती हैं।
किनारों पर शीतलन और वायुप्रवाह को प्राथमिकता दी जाती है। सामने के पहियों के पीछे के खुले हिस्से ब्रेक से गर्मी को दूर ले जाने के लिए डिज़ाइन किए गए हैं, तितली के दरवाजे हवा के प्रवाह को बाधित करने से बचने के लिए फ्लश बैठते हैं, और पीछे के हंच पर बड़े इंटेक हवा को मध्य-घुड़सवार बिजली इकाई की ओर निर्देशित करते हैं। छत में एक अतिरिक्त इंटेक शामिल है, और इंजन को शरीर के रंग के, हवादार पैनल के नीचे रखा गया है ताकि गर्मी को कुशलता से बाहर निकाला जा सके। संपूर्ण पिछला डेक बनता है एक निर्बाध इंजन कवर, एक लेआउट जो आमतौर पर उद्देश्य-निर्मित प्रदर्शन कारों पर देखा जाता है।
पिछला भाग एक ट्विन-बार एलईडी लाइट सिग्नेचर पेश करता है जो फेंडर की ओर फैला होता है, जिसके बीच एक प्रबुद्ध जेनेसिस स्क्रिप्ट स्थित होती है। यह लाइटिंग पावरट्रेन क्षेत्र से गर्मी को बाहर निकालने के लिए डिज़ाइन किए गए एक बड़े वेंट के ऊपर लगाई गई है, जो दृश्य पहचान को सीधे कार्यात्मक शीतलन आवश्यकता से जोड़ती है। यह अवधारणा मैग्मा कार्यक्रम के तहत पिछले प्रयोगात्मक मॉडल से ली गई है।
हालांकि विस्तृत विशेषताएं गुप्त हैं, जेनेसिस का कहना है कि यह अवधारणा भविष्य के मैग्मा मॉडल के लिए खाका तैयार करती है। यह ड्राइवर-केंद्रित गतिशीलता, अधिक नियंत्रण और उच्च-प्रदर्शन वाले वातावरण के लिए उपयुक्त प्रौद्योगिकी की ओर झुकता है। मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट का उद्देश्य भविष्य की हेलो कार के लिए संदर्भ बिंदु बनना भी है और यह जीटी रेसिंग के करीब जाने की ब्रांड की योजना का समर्थन करता है, जो चेसिस विकास, वायुगतिकी और रेसिंग-प्रभावित प्रणालियों पर अधिक ध्यान केंद्रित करने का सुझाव देता है।
जेनेसिस मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट: पावरट्रेन
तकनीकी विवरण अघोषित हैं, लेकिन जेनेसिस ने संकेत दिया है कि मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट को पूरी तरह से इलेक्ट्रिक सिस्टम के बजाय आंतरिक-दहन V8 के साथ खोजा जा रहा है। ब्रांड जीटी रेसिंग से जुड़े आउटपुट और स्थायित्व का समर्थन करने के लिए पेट्रोल या हाइब्रिड कॉन्फ़िगरेशन पर विचार कर रहा है। यह दृष्टिकोण मोटरस्पोर्ट नियमों के साथ अवधारणा को संरेखित करता है और सर्किट उपयोग और संभावित सड़क-कानूनी अनुप्रयोग दोनों के उद्देश्य से विकास का सुझाव देता है।
Although the Venue has not yet been tested by crash agencies, it is expected to perform better than before, as this new architecture is much tougher than the existing K2 platform.
For most people, the 2025 Venue will immediately stand out as a larger, more well-designed SUV. It now looks much more stylish thanks to several new design elements, and its overall appearance is more in line with Hyundai's larger SUVs like the Creta and Alcazar. In fact, many are already calling it the “Mini Creta” – a moniker which, in my opinion, actually works in the Venue’s favour.
More importantly, Hyundai claims that it has significantly improved the safety of the SUV by transitioning to the new global K1 platform. Although the Venue has not yet been tested by crash agencies, it is expected to perform better than before, as this new architecture is much stiffer than the older K2 platform, with more use of ultra high-strength steel in key structural areas. This is worth noting because design and feature upgrades are expected with any update, but adopting an entirely new platform for better security is a big step.
Kudos to Hyundai for making this a priority.
The larger wheelbase in the new Venue has opened up more legroom for second-row occupants, and although the overall length remains the same, the SUV is now longer and wider.
Also, the main attraction in my opinion is the larger wheelbase which has opened up more legroom for the second row passengers. And yes, the SUV has now become longer and wider, while the overall length remains the same. The rear seat now benefits from a 20 mm longer wheelbase and the scooped-out backs of the front seats, giving passengers a significant increase in knee room. However, the thigh support still leaves room for improvement. Shoulder space has also increased slightly, although fitting three adults on the rear bench remains a tough affair. On the positive side, rear passengers continue to get reclining seats and Hyundai has now added sunshades for added comfort.
The highlight of the cabin is the new 10.25-inch dual-screen setup on the dashboard, which offers a more modern layout with better materials.
The cabin of the Hyundai Venue feels like a worthwhile step up in both quality and experience. The dashboard now gets a cleaner, more modern layout with a redesigned center console and better materials that give a more premium feel. The highlight is the new dual 10.25-inch screen setup – one for the infotainment system and the other for the fully digital instrument cluster – bringing a tech-rich ambience that is usually seen in the above segment. Hyundai has added features that really enhance the everyday practicality, including ventilated front seats, a wireless charger, rear AC vents, a 360-degree camera, and connected car tech with expanded functionality. The seats are more supportive, and the increased cabin space makes the Venue more spacious than before. Subtle but thoughtful touches like ambient lighting, Type-C fast charger and improved storage area further enhance the in-cabin utility. It is worth noting that Level-2 ADAS is also available in it.
What's it like to drive?
The new Venue comes with three engine options. We tested the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit, which produces 120 bhp and 172 Nm of torque
I admit, I have driven most Hyundai vehicles, but never the Venue. And when I got the opportunity to test drive the 1.0-litre turbo, I immediately said yes. For reference, the SUV is available in several engine and transmission options that are carried over from the previous model year, the only addition being the introduction of an automatic gearbox option on its diesel engines. Powertrain options available on the Hyundai Venue include:
1.2L NA petrol (4-cylinder) 83 hp / 115 Nm: paired with 5-speed manual
1.0 liter turbo-petrol (3-cylinder) 120 hp / 172 Nm: Transmission options: 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT
1.5 liter turbo-diesel (4-cylinder) 116 hp / 250 Nm: Now available with a 6-speed manual along with a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
As I mentioned earlier, driving the Venue was a refreshing experience for me, but one thing immediately became familiar, the refined rumble of its 1.0L turbo-petrol engine and the trademark fluid steering feel that clearly makes a Hyundai, a Hyundai.
Right off the start line, the Venue immediately reminds you that this is a compact SUV built for everyday Indian road conditions. It's a practical package, and its compact footprint inspires confidence, especially when navigating tight, crowded corners where its agility really shines. The 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit I drove felt lively, especially in Sport mode. However, in Eco and Normal modes, it becomes breathless if you press the accelerator hard. That said, refinement levels are fine, and the 7-speed DCT delivers quick, smooth and predictable gear shifts. However, don't expect it to go fast like a hot-hatch, as it's not really intended to do that. There's a little turbo-lag in the lower rev-range, especially if you try to drive it too enthusiastically, but given the size of the engine, it's nothing I'd complain about. The 1.0 turbo unit has enough power for you to enjoy everyday drives without any theatrics and it delivers exactly that, nothing more.
Handling and Ride Quality:
The Venue's suspension setup does a commendable job of absorbing most of the impact without letting anything harsh enter the cabin.
What really stands out is how confidently the Venue handles broken roads and uneven stretches and Goa had plenty of those on offer. Even before the Venue got onto the highway to stretch its legs, the potholes around the next corner ensured that the suspension was put to work. I even took it to the top of a hill for some epic shots, and the mix of tarmac, rough patches and mild off-road sections gave me a clear feel of Hyundai's suspension tuning. It's clear that the Venue has been engineered as a family-comfort-focused SUV, not something you'd choose for carving corners.
The Venue's suspension setup (MacPherson strut at the front and coupled torsion beam axle at the rear) does a commendable job of absorbing most of the impact without letting anything harsh seep into the cabin. After driving it for a whole day on the bumpy, narrow and winding roads of Goa, I was really impressed with how well the suspension has been tuned to deliver a luxurious, cushy ride.
Last words:
from the new Venue range Rs 7.89 lakh for base model Rs 15.69 lakh for the range-topping diesel automatic version
I've rarely found myself really impressed by sub-compact SUVs, but the new Venue has changed that, despite me not being an SUV person and certainly not a fan of compact SUVs. However, from an average Indian buyer's perspective, the Venue falls short on a lot of parameters. It's not just feature-rich; It presents a compelling value proposition.
Hyundai has kept the starting price attractive 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom). However, as you climb the ladder, prices increase rapidly – Rs 14.74 lakh for turbo-petrol DCT, 15.48 lakh for the top-spec N Line, and Rs 15.69 lakh for the diesel automatic – positioning the higher trims among the most expensive trims in the segment. I just wish the top-end variant was priced a little more aggressively, because otherwise, Hyundai has nailed the Venue's brief.
It's clear that the new Venue aims to deliver more value than ever before while remaining competitive. It's grown in size, its feature list has expanded, and it's claimed to be safer thanks to a new platform – all while maintaining the easy, confident driving manners it's always been known for.
2025 Hyundai Venue: Strengths and weaknesses
The new Venue retains its confident driving dynamics while growing in size, expanding its feature suite and enhancing its safety credentials with a new platform.
I love:
Updated design, streamlined proportions, modern look
Excellent suite of interior features, and excellent cabin feel
Comfortable and cushioned ride quality
I dislike:
Higher prices on top trims
Handling him doesn't inspire confidence
Turbo lag on 1.0 liter (3 cylinder) engine
First publication date: 23 November 2025, 15:58 PM IST
सिट्रोएन बेसाल्ट ब्राज़ील में 30 नवंबर तक चलने वाले साओ पाउलो इंटरनेशनल मोटर शो में विज़न कॉन्सेप्ट का खुलासा किया गया है। कॉन्सेप्ट मॉडल हमें सिट्रोएन के बेसाल्ट कूप-एसयूवी के भविष्य की एक झलक दिखाने के लिए है। प्रदर्शित मॉडल एम्बर येलो बाहरी रंग में तैयार किया गया है और अतिरिक्त कंट्रास्ट के लिए इसके शरीर पर लाल तत्व हैं। यह वर्तमान में भारत में बिक्री पर मौजूद बेसाल्ट की तुलना में अधिक स्पोर्टी और अधिक आक्रामक दिखती है।
उच्च प्रदूषण के दौरान छोटी ड्राइव बच्चों को नुकसान पहुंचा सकती है। समय यात्रा, केबिन सील करें, फ़िल्टर अपग्रेड करें, HEPA शोधक का उपयोग करें और स्वच्छ मार्ग चुनें।
उच्च AQI के दौरान इत्मीनान से गाड़ी चलाना बच्चों के स्वास्थ्य के लिए घातक साबित हो सकता है।
जैसे ही सर्दी शुरू होती है, बहुत से भारतीय शहर एक परिचित पैटर्न में ढल गए हैं, बढ़ती धुंध, लगातार धुंध और हवा की गुणवत्ता जो अक्सर “खराब” से “गंभीर” क्षेत्र में बैठती है। माता-पिता के लिए, बच्चों के साथ एक साधारण ड्राइव भी स्वास्थ्य संबंधी चिंता का विषय लग सकती है। युवा फेफड़े PM2.5 और नाइट्रोजन ऑक्साइड जैसे प्रदूषकों के प्रति कहीं अधिक संवेदनशील होते हैं, जिससे यात्रा के दौरान जोखिम को कम करना आवश्यक हो जाता है।
यदि बाहर निकलना अपरिहार्य है, तो केबिन की हवा को साफ रखने के लिए यहां पांच व्यावहारिक, आसान तरीके दिए गए हैं। आपका बच्चे सड़क पर अधिक सुरक्षित हैं।
1) यात्रा करने का सही समय चुनें
प्रदूषण का स्तर पूरे दिन बदलता रहता है। सर्दियों में सुबह जल्दी और देर शाम को अक्सर बुरा हाल होता है। यदि संभव हो, तो दिन के अंत में या ताज़ा बारिश के बाद यात्रा करें। साफ़ घंटों के दौरान छोटी यात्राएँ समग्र जोखिम को कम करती हैं।
2) केबिन को सील रखें और रीसर्क्युलेशन का उपयोग करें
जब सड़कें व्यस्त हों या दृश्यता कम हो तो खिड़कियाँ बंद कर दें। बाहरी हवा के प्रवेश को सीमित करने के लिए कार की रीसर्क्युलेशन सेटिंग का उपयोग करें। यदि केबिन में हवा पुरानी लगती है तो रीसर्क्युलेशन को थोड़ी देर के लिए बंद कर दें। हालाँकि, आधुनिक कारों को रीसर्क्युलेशन को बंद करने की बिल्कुल भी आवश्यकता नहीं होती है।
एक साफ़ केबिन एयर फ़िल्टर मायने रखता है। इसे तय समय पर बदलें. यदि आपकी कार इसका समर्थन करती है तो उच्च श्रेणी के फिल्टर (सक्रिय कार्बन + सूक्ष्म कण मीडिया) पर विचार करें। फ़िल्टर आपके बच्चों तक पहुँचने से पहले सड़क की धूल और कालिख को पकड़ लेते हैं।
4) एक पोर्टेबल HEPA शोधक जोड़ें
एक छोटा, प्रमाणित HEPA शोधक कार के अंदर के बारीक कणों को हटा सकता है। इसे वहां रखें जहां हवा का प्रवाह पीछे की सीटों तक पहुंचता है। यदि आपको प्रदूषित स्थान पर बच्चों को कार से उतारना है, तो थोड़ी देर चलने के लिए मास्क तैयार रखें। एक अच्छे बच्चे के आकार का N95/KN95 बाहर सेवन को कम करता है।
5) स्वच्छ मार्गों की योजना बनाएं
धीमी गति से चलने वाले यातायात, भारी डीजल वाहनों या निर्माण वाली सड़कों से बचें। यहां तक कि स्थिर प्रवाह वाला थोड़ा लंबा मार्ग भी अक्सर आपको अवरुद्ध शॉर्टकट की तुलना में कम प्रदूषण का सामना कराता है। बच्चे वयस्कों की तुलना में अधिक तेजी से सांस लेते हैं। इसका मतलब है कि वे अधिक कणों को तेजी से ग्रहण कर सकते हैं। नियमित ड्राइव पर जोखिम कम करने से खांसी, घरघराहट और फेफड़ों के स्वास्थ्य पर दीर्घकालिक प्रभाव के जोखिम को कम करने में मदद मिलती है।
Royal Enfield introduced the Flying Flea S6 electric scrambler at Motoverse 2025 Goa, which is a scrambler version of the FF C6 and will be launched in 2026. Royal Enfield is bringing a dedicated brand for its electric vehicles. The company's petrol powered vehicles are liked in many markets of the world including India. Now the company is ready to make a splash in the electric segment also.
New Delhi. Royal Enfield is one of the oldest motorcycle brands in the world, which has been running on fossil fuels since its inception. The brand is based on its timeless appeal, nostalgia and legacy. However, Royal Enfield is also a tech-forward company and has already entered the electric motorcycle segment. The company has launched a dedicated sub-brand 'Flying Flea' for its electric motorcycle operations. Flying Flea started with the FF C6 (C stands for Classic) and now we can see the FF S6 (S stands for Scrambler), which has debuted at the ongoing Motoverse event in Goa. Let's take a closer look.
Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6 Flying Flea S6 Electric Scrambler Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6 made its global debut at EICMA 2025 and has now debuted in India at Motoverse 2025. The company is presenting the FF S6 as a lightweight City+ EV, which is primarily meant for the city and is also capable of some outdoor excursions. It is basically a scrambler version of the FF C6. Its exact launch date has not been disclosed, but it will hit the roads in 2026. Talking about the design, the FF S6 has many elements that look different from the FF C6. These include knuckle guards, headlight cowl, front beak, USD telescopic front forks in place of girder forks, dual-sport tires with 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels, unique LED turn indicators with integrated tail lights similar to the Himalayan 450, single-piece narrow scrambler seat and more.
what to expect? Elements shared with the FF C6 include LED lighting, aluminum main frame, magnesium battery casing, a sophisticated swingarm, a Qualcomm-powered 3.5-inch circular TFT touchscreen, sophisticated switchgear, cruise control, a keyless go system and more. On the FF S6, there is more suspension travel and higher ground clearance. Even functionally, the Flying Flea S6 is quite different from the FF C6. The main difference is the use of chain drive on the S6, while the C6 has a belt drive. The Flying Flea brand aims to offer buyers a unique and premium ownership experience. It also has the Flying Flea Tech Center with one button on the right switchgear.
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New Delhi. The popularity of SUV cars has increased rapidly in India in the last few years. This is the reason why major car brands in the Indian automobile market continuously bring new SUV models and keep updating the ongoing models. So that more and more buyers can be attracted. If you are also looking for a new SUV, then this is the right opportunity for you, because this month many great SUV models are getting huge discounts. Come, let us know about these discounts.
Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line – Rs 3 lakh discount Earlier this year, Volkswagen launched the Tiguan R-Line in India. This 5-seater Fortuner rival is currently available at a price of Rs 58.51 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). However, for November 2025, VW is offering a huge discount of up to Rs 3 lakh on the Tiguan R-Line. This includes a cash discount of Rs 2 lakh, loyalty bonus or corporate benefit of Rs 50,000 and exchange bonus of Rs 50,000. This SUV has a 2.0-litre TSI engine (202bhp and 320Nm), which comes with a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The great mix of performance and driving dynamics makes Tiguan R-Line a favorite choice for car lovers.
MG Gloster – Discount up to Rs 3.50 lakh An XL-Size 7-Seater SUV – November SUV Discount But if the Tiguan R-Line is small for a family of 7? So, in this case, MG Gloster can be the best option for you. For November 2025, this Fortuner rival is available with a cash discount of Rs 3.5 lakh. However, if you exchange your old car, you can get additional benefits of up to Rs 50,000. Currently, the SUV is priced between Rs 46.63 lakh and Rs 53.13 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). At this price, the Gloster comes with features like ADAS suite, 360-degree camera, powered front seats, massaging and ventilated driver seat, 12.3-inch touchscreen, dual-pane panoramic sunroof. MG offers 2 engine options with this SUV: 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine (161bhp and 375Nm) and 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine (215bhp and 480Nm).
Mahindra XUV400 – Discount up to Rs 3.25 lakh Affordable but powerful SUV! Are you looking for an SUV that is fun to drive but under Rs 20 lakh? Don't worry! Mahindra is taking care of such buyers! XUV400 – ब्रांड की नेक्सन.ev प्रतिद्वंद्वी, EL प्रो वेरिएंट्स पर 3.25 लाख रुपये की रोमांचक छूट के साथ उपलब्ध है! While there is a discount of Rs 1.25 lakh on other variants! Currently, the SUV is priced between Rs 16.59 lakh and Rs 18.89 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).
The XUV400 is not the most feature-loaded SUV, but it offers great performance. There are two battery pack options: 34.5kWh battery and 39.4kWh battery. The 34.5kWh battery, along with a single motor, produces 148bhp power and a claimed range of 375km. The 39.4kWh battery generates 148bhp power but the peak torque is at 310Nm. Its claimed range is 456km.
Honda will launch 10 new products in India by 2030, which include Prelude Coupe, ZR-V, Honda 0 SUV, Elevate Hybrid and 7-seater SUV. Some time ago, Honda was a popular car brand in India. With increasing competition over time, Honda's customer base in India continued to decline. The company is again preparing its portfolio for the Indian market.
New Delhi. Honda has recently announced to increase its portfolio for the Indian market, under which the company will launch 10 new products in the Indian market by 2030. Special focus will be given to SUVs in the company's new portfolio, which will include 7 new models with ICE, hybrid and electric powertrains. The lineup will also include three imported SUVs – Honda Prelude Coupe, Honda ZR-V and Honda 0 SUV.
3 new cars for india These imported models will serve as flagship products and help strengthen Honda's brand image in the country. The Honda Prelude coupe will arrive in the first half of 2026, while the Honda ZR-V hybrid SUV will hit Indian roads in late 2026. Honda 0 SUV's India launch is confirmed for 2027.
honda hybrid suv
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Honda Elevate Hybrid
H1 2026
Honda Prelude Coupe
H2 2026
Honda ZR-V
2026
honda 7 seater suv
2027
Honda Elevate Hybrid According to media reports, Honda Elevate Hybrid will be the brand's first strong hybrid offering in India. This model may hit showrooms in the second half of 2026, possibly around Diwali. At present, powertrain details are not available yet. However, it is expected to borrow the Atkinson cycle 1.5L, 4-cylinder petrol engine and two electric motors from the City e:HEV. Honda's Tapukara manufacturing plant in Alwar, Rajasthan will serve as the production center for the upcoming Elevate hybrid SUV.
Honda Prelude Coupe The new Honda Prelude is a hybrid coupe, with a 141bhp, 2.0L petrol engine and a 181bhp electric motor and a FWD (front-wheel drive) system. Combined power output is 200bhp. Upon launch, the Honda Prelude is expected to be priced around Rs 80 lakh.
Honda ZR-V Hybrid Honda ZR-V Hybrid Globally, the Honda ZR-V is available with a 2.0L petrol engine, paired with a lithium-ion battery and two electric motors. This setup produces maximum power of 180bhp and 315Nm torque. It has three drive modes – EV, Hybrid and Engine. Honda also sells the ZR-V with a 1.5L turbo petrol engine with a CVT gearbox and AWD system in some global markets.
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Royal Enfield introduces Sundowner Orange for Meteor 350, its price is 2,18,882. Booking will start from 22nd November.
Sundowner Orange gets an orange fuel tank with pin striping.
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Royal Enfield has revealed a new colorway for the Meteor 350 called Sundowner Orange. Interestingly, the brand has added tubeless spoke rims to the motorcycle and a factory fitted touring kit that comes with touring accessories. Till now Royal Enfield has sold more than five lakh units worldwide. Booking of the new variant will start from November 22. its price is 2,18,882 ex-showroom. Sundowner is a tribute to the Orange Meteor community.
What powers the Royal Enfield Meteor 350?
Mechanically, there are no changes to the Meteor, as it continues to use the reliable 349 cc, single-cylinder, J-series engine that produces 20.2 bhp at 6,100 rpm and 27 Nm at 4,000 rpm, mated to a 5-speed transmission.
The new color scheme looks quite attractive.
What feature enhancements has Royal Enfield made with the 2025 Meteor 350?
The Fireball and Stellar are now equipped with an LED headlamp and Tripper navigation pod as standard features. This LED headlamp has also been seen on other Royal Enfield motorcycles, although it is not the brightest option available.
The Aurora and Supernova feature adjustable levers to enhance ergonomics. This allows riders to modify the distance of the lever with their fingers, improving comfort.
Across all variants, riders are now provided with LED turn indicators, a USB Type-C fast-charging port and an assist-and-slip clutch – enhancing the bike's comfort for both urban commuting and extended highway journeys. The charging port is particularly useful for powering mobile devices, while the new clutch design reduces the effort required to operate it, resolving the previous concern for motorcycles.
Also Read: Royal Enfield showcases Flying Flea S6 electric Scrambler at Motoverse 2025
What is the price of Royal Enfield 2025 Meteor 350?
2025 Meteor 350 prices start now Go up to Rs 1.96 lakh 2.19 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom.
Royal Enfield Bullet 650 showcased at Motoverse 2025
Royal Enfield has showcased the Bullet 650 at Motoverse 2025. This marks the Indian debut of the motorcycle which was first showcased at the EICMA 2025. The Bullet 650 uses the same underpinnings as the Classic 650. Even the engine is the same as what we have seen on other 650 cc motorcycles. At present the launch date has not been confirmed. However, we can expect the brand to announce the price early next year.
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First publication date: 22 November 2025, 12:49 PM IST
जेनेसिस- का एक लक्जरी उप-ब्रांड हुंडई– 20 नवंबर, 2025 को फ्रांस के सर्किट पॉल रिकार्ड में मैग्मा जीटी कॉन्सेप्ट का खुलासा किया। इस कॉन्सेप्ट में 3.2-लीटर टर्बोचार्ज्ड V8 मिड-इंजन लेआउट और एक एल्यूमीनियम मोनोकोक चेसिस है। इस अवधारणा में हेडलाइट्स, कैंची दरवाजे, सूजे हुए पीछे के मेहराब और एक नारंगी बॉडी में एकीकृत गोता लगाने वाले कैनर्ड शामिल हैं।
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