Toyota Kirloskar Motor has officially entered India's electric vehicle market with the launch of the Urban Cruiser Ebella — its maiden battery-electric vehicle — priced at an introductory ₹23.60 lakh (ex-showroom). The Ebella E3 is positioned as the most feature-loaded variant in the lineup. Toyota is expected to announce prices of the lower E1 and E2 variants separately, which will play a crucial role in deciding how competitive the model becomes against rivals in the mass-

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles has launched the Next Gen Tiago and Tiago.ev in India, giving its popular hatchback a major refresh across design, features, safety and powertrain choices. The new Tiago range now starts at ₹4.69 lakh for the petrol version, while the Tiago.ev starts at ₹6.99 lakh for the full-ownership electric version. With this update, Tata Motors is clearly trying to make the hatchback segment more aspirational. While India’s entry hatchback market has slowe

Hyundai Motor India has confirmed a price hike across its entire lineup effective June 1, 2026 — citing rising steel and aluminium costs, higher commodity prices, and increased operational expenses. The increase, first signalled in April, was originally scheduled for May but got a one-month breather. The hike is up to ₹12,800 and varies by model and variant — meaning the hike will vary depending on the model and variant. For example, your Grand i10 Nios won't bleed as much as

BYD India has teased the arrival of its DM-i Super Plug-in Hybrid EV technology, signalling a major shift in the brand’s India strategy. Until now, BYD’s Indian portfolio has been focused only on pure electric vehicles such as the Atto 3, eMAX 7, Seal and Sealion 7. With DM-i, BYD is preparing to enter the plug-in hybrid space as well. This could be a smart move for India. While EV adoption is growing, many buyers still worry about public charging access, highway range and lo

JSW MG Motor India has launched the MG Majestor in India at a starting price of ₹40.99 lakh ex-showroom. The new SUV becomes MG’s flagship ICE offering and is positioned above the Gloster, not as a direct discontinuation replacement. The Majestor is aimed at buyers looking for a large, premium, diesel-powered 3-row SUV with strong road presence, luxury features and serious off-road hardware. MG Majestor Price: JSW MG Motor India has launched the Majestor in two fully-loaded v

Honda Motor Co. has reported one of the most significant financial setbacks in its modern history, posting its first annual loss since becoming a publicly listed company in 1957. The Japanese automaker’s fiscal year ended March 2026 was hit by heavy electric vehicle-related charges, forcing Honda to rethink the pace and scale of its EV transition. Honda reported a net loss of ¥423.9 billion, or around $2.7 billion, for the fiscal year ended March 2026. The loss was largely dr

Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is preparing a major fleet-led India play, with its Green SM electric taxi service expected to roll out in Delhi-NCR first and scale rapidly across major metros. VinFast may be new to Indian car buyers, but its India strategy is already looking very different from a typical passenger vehicle launch. After entering India with premium electric SUVs and setting up local assembly in Tamil Nadu, the Vietnamese EV brand is now preparing to attack one of

Tata Motors and Stellantis are taking their two-decade-old partnership into a much bigger global role. The alliance, which began with Fiat and Tata Motors in 2006, is now set to support the development of a new global Jeep model, marking an important milestone for India’s growing role in global automotive engineering and manufacturing. According to ETAuto, Stellantis has announced that it will jointly develop a new global Jeep model with Tata Motors. This is not just another

Tata Motors is readying one of the biggest updates for the Tiago hatchback, and this time the focus is not just on the exterior. The 2026 Tata Tiago facelift’s interior has now been revealed ahead of its expected price announcement on May 28, 2026, and the cabin clearly shows Tata’s intent to make its entry-level hatchback feel more modern and premium. The Tiago has always been known for its sturdy feel, compact size and practical city-car appeal. But with newer hatchbacks an

Honda has launched the 2026 City facelift in India, with prices starting at ₹11.99 lakh ex-showroom. The update is mainly a design + feature upgrade, while the engine options remain largely unchanged. Area New Update Front Design Sharper front look with a flatter nose, new grille, connected LED light strip and updated Honda logo Grille New honeycomb-style pattern replacing the older horizontal/mesh look Alloy Wheels New alloy wheel design Rear Styling Redesigned tailgate, rev

Tata Motors is preparing one of its most important product years in recent times, with a focused FY2027 roadmap that combines new EV launches, facelift updates and premium electric brand activity. The company’s product pipeline is expected to help Tata strengthen its position in SUVs, EVs and alternative powertrains at a time. NEW MODELS: The Big Debuts These are the two cars everyone's talking about — both electric, both significant. Sierra EV EV Q2 FY27 · July–September 20

India’s hybrid car market witnessed a sharp month-on-month decline in April 2026. As per the attached data, total hybrid car sales stood at 8,600 units in April 2026, compared to 11,073 units in March 2026. This translates to a 22.3% MoM decline, mainly due to a significant drop in Toyota Innova Hycross and Hyryder volumes. Despite the slowdown, Toyota continued to dominate India’s hybrid car space, while Maruti Suzuki gained momentum with strong growth from the Victoris, Gra

Volkswagen India reported total domestic sales of 2,828 units in April 2026, witnessing a marginal 1% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to 2,851 units sold in April 2025. On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales also declined 8% from 3,082 units recorded in March 2026. Volkswagen Taigun remained Volkswagen India’s highest-selling model with 1,543 units sold in April 2026. The SUV registered a healthy 34% YoY growth and an impressive 70% MoM increase, making it Volkswagen’s...

India’s sub-4 metre SUV segment is preparing for its next big battle. After years of domination by models like Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO, the category is now moving into a new phase driven by hybrids, EVs, rugged lifestyle designs and more premium features. Between 2026 and 2028, almost every major carmaker is expected to bring a new or heavily updated compact SUV to India. The compact SUV segment is entering its most competitive

Skoda Auto India reported total domestic sales of 6,886 units in April 2026, witnessing a 6% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to 7,302 units sold in April 2025. On a month-on-month (MoM) basis as well, sales declined 13% from 7,928 units recorded in March 2026. Despite the overall slowdown, Skoda’s SUV portfolio continued to remain the backbone of the brand, with the Kylaq and Kushaq together contributing nearly 86% of total monthly sales. Skoda Kylaq continued to lead Sko

Toyota Vellfire has crossed the 5,000-unit cumulative sales milestone in India, with total sales reaching 5,001 units by April 2026. For a premium luxury MPV positioned in a niche segment, this is an important achievement and highlights the Vellfire’s strong acceptance among high-end buyers looking for comfort, exclusivity, hybrid efficiency, and chauffeur-driven luxury. The Vellfire was never meant to be a mass-market product. Instead, it has built its success on a very clea

Suzuki Motor Corporation surprised markets this week as its shares surged despite growing analyst concerns over geopolitical instability in the Middle East. The Japanese automaker delivered a stronger-than-expected earnings performance, reassuring investors about its resilience even as global risks continue to rise. The company reported an operating profit of ¥622.9 billion for FY2026, slightly ahead of analyst expectations. The earnings boost came despite rising commodity pr

Nissan Motor India reported total domestic sales of 3,203 units in April 2026, registering a significant 76% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 1,825 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales declined sharply by 27% from 4,408 units recorded in March 2026. The April performance highlights Nissan’s continued dependence on the Magnite compact SUV, while the newly introduced Gravite helped strengthen the company’s portfolio during the month. Ni

MG Motor India reported total domestic sales of 6,018 units in April 2026, registering a modest 3% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 5,829 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month (MoM) basis, sales declined 8% from 6,528 units recorded in March 2026. The April sales performance highlights MG’s growing focus on electric mobility, with strong momentum from the Comet EV and steady demand for the Hector, while the Windsor continued to remain the brand’s volume

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