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Maruti Suzuki Hikes Car Prices by Up to ₹30,000 in August 2026 – Baleno, e Vitara, Jimny Among Most Affected
Maruti Suzuki has revised prices across its portfolio in August 2026, with hikes of up to ₹30,000. Baleno gets the steepest increase, followed by e Vitara and Jimny, while entry-level models see relatively modest revisions.
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10 hours ago4 min read


Tata Motors Car Waiting Period August 2026 – Tiago EV & Punch EV Stretch Up To 24 Weeks; Sierra, Harrier Petrol Also See High Demand
Tata Motors' August 2026 waiting periods range from just 1–2 weeks to as high as 18–24 weeks. Select Tiago EV and Punch EV variants command the longest waits, while Tigor, Altroz, Nexon and Curvv offer relatively quicker deliveries.
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11 hours ago6 min read


2026 Yamaha RayZR 125 & Fascino 125 Updated With New Colours, TFT Navigation – Prices Start at ₹78,980
Yamaha has refreshed the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid and Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid range for 2026 with new colours, updated styling and additional connected technology. Prices range from ₹78,980 to ₹1,00,440, ex-showroom Delhi.
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11 hours ago3 min read


Electric Two-Wheeler Sales July 2026: TVS iQube Leads as Top Models Clock 1.69 Lakh Units, Up 168%
India’s electric two-wheeler market maintained strong momentum in July 2026, with the leading electric scooter models collectively recording 1,68,743 units, according to dispatch data compiled by Auto Punditz. The July tally represents a sharp 168% increase compared with 63,010 units in July 2025. On a sequential basis, volumes were also higher by around 16% from 1,45,718 units in June 2026. The month was led by the TVS iQube Electric, followed by the Bajaj Chetak, while Athe
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14 hours ago4 min read


Bajaj Sales July 2026 – Chetak Surges 307% YoY; Overall Dispatches Rise 19%
Bajaj Auto dispatched 1,65,747 units in July 2026, registering 19% YoY growth. Chetak emerged as the largest contributor with 47,184 units and a spectacular 307% increase, while the Pulsar 160 + 200 NS range grew 60%.
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15 hours ago4 min read


TVS Motor July 2026 Sales: Dispatches Rise 42% as Jupiter, iQube and Apache Drive Strong Growth
TVS Motor recorded model-wise dispatches of 4,37,394 units in July 2026, registering 42% YoY and 6% MoM growth. Jupiter remained the largest contributor, while iQube Electric surged 158% YoY and Apache grew 58%.
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16 hours ago3 min read


Kia Delivers 150 Syros EVs in a Single Day in Kerala
Incheon Kia, authorized Kia dealer in Kerala has achieved a major electric vehicle delivery milestone in Kerala by handing over 150 Kia Syros EVs at a single venue on Chingam 1, the first day of the Malayalam New Year. The mass delivery earned Incheon Motors Private Limited recognition from the India Book of Records for the “Maximum Single-Model Electric Car Sold by a Dealer in a Day”. Kia Syros EV now fares in India Book of Records as Maximum Single-Model Electric Car Sold b
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1 day ago3 min read


Honda 2W Sales July 2026 – Shine 125 Surges 27%, Activa Falls 13%; Total Dispatches Up 2%
Honda two-wheeler dispatches increased 2% YoY to 4,76,436 units in July 2026. Shine 125 surged 27%, while market leader Activa declined 13%.
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1 day ago3 min read


Mercedes-Benz Expands Uttar Pradesh Footprint With New T&T Motors Luxury Showroom in Lucknow
Mercedes-Benz India has expanded its Uttar Pradesh footprint with the inauguration of a new T&T Motors luxury dealership in Lucknow. The ~9,000 sq. ft. facility features four vehicle display bays, a dedicated handover area, Top-End Vehicles Lounge and a 180 kW DC fast charger, while taking the brand’s UP network to 10 luxury touchpoints.
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1 day ago3 min read


Top 10 Best-Selling Scooters in India – July 2026: TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak & Ather Rizta Drive Strong Growth
India’s scooter market continued to expand in July 2026, with the Top 10 best-selling models collectively registering 6,87,279 units, compared with 5,70,769 units in July 2025. This translates to a healthy 20% year-on-year growth. While the Honda Activa continued to dominate the market by a considerable margin, its volumes declined year-on-year. In contrast, several models further down the ranking delivered strong double- and triple-digit growth, led primarily by electric sco
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1 day ago3 min read


Hero MotoCorp July 2026 Sales Analysis – Splendor Crosses 3.17 Lakh Units, Vida Doubles YoY
Hero MotoCorp dispatched 5,01,403 two-wheelers in July 2026, according to model-wise dispatch data. This compares with 4,12,397 units in July 2025, translating into a strong 21.6% year-on-year growth. On a month-on-month basis, however, overall dispatches remained almost flat. Hero MotoCorp had dispatched 5,02,890 units in June 2026, meaning July volumes slipped marginally by around 0.3% MoM. The July performance was once again overwhelmingly driven by the Hero Splendor, whil
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1 day ago3 min read


VinFast Dispatches Rise 26% MoM to 2,425 Units in July 2026; Limo Green Leads With 1,695 Units
VinFast dispatched ,425 vehicles in July 2026**, registering **26% month-on-month growth** over June. The **Limo Green led volumes with 1,695 units**, while the VF6 also posted strong 44% MoM growth.
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1 day ago3 min read


Top 10 Selling Motorcycles in July 2026 – Splendor Leads as Apache, Classic 350 and Bullet 350 Post Strong Growth
India’s motorcycle market delivered a strong performance in July 2026, with the Top 10 best-selling motorcycles collectively accounting for 8,65,339 units, compared with 6,80,480 units in July 2025. This translates into a healthy 27% year-on-year growth. Hero MotoCorp’s Splendor continued to dominate the rankings by a sizeable margin, while Honda Shine held on to the second position. At the same time, models such as the TVS Apache, Royal Enfield Bullet 350 and Classic 350 rec
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2 days ago3 min read


MG Hector Tomahawk EV Spied Undisguised During TVC Shoot; Launch Appears Closer
The upcoming MG Hector Tomahawk EV has been spotted completely undisguised during a promotional shoot in Pune, revealing its production-ready three-row SUV design ahead of its expected India debut.
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2 days ago4 min read


Kia Is Planning Another SUV for India – Here’s Where It Will Sit
Kia appears to be preparing another major expansion of its Indian product portfolio, with a new B-segment SUV reportedly planned for around 2028 and a separate C-segment utility vehicle currently being evaluated. The two proposed products could help Kia fill important gaps in its Indian line-up as the company aims to substantially increase volumes, expand its electrified vehicle range and grow its market share through the end of the decade. The new B-SUV is expected to be pos
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3 days ago5 min read


Ather Konarc Could Get Six Variants and Up to 200 km Range – New Details Emerge Ahead of August 29 Debut
Ather Energy is preparing for one of its most important product launches yet, with the all-new Ather Konarc scheduled to be revealed on August 29, 2026. Ahead of its official debut, fresh information suggests that the upcoming electric scooter could arrive with as many as six variants, multiple battery options and an IDC-certified range extending up to 200 km. The Konarc will be the first production model based on Ather’s new EL platform, an architecture specifically develope
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4 days ago5 min read


Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Unveiled: India’s Homegrown Toyota Hilux Rival Takes Shape
Mahindra has taken a significant step into the lifestyle pickup space with the unveiling of the Scorpio Lifestyler, its production-ready double-cab pickup derived from the Scorpio-N family. Revealed on August 14, 2026, the Scorpio Lifestyler evolves the Global Pik Up concept that Mahindra first showcased in South Africa in 2023. However, this is no longer merely a Scorpio-N with a cargo bed attached. Mahindra has given the pickup a considerably more distinctive exterior and,
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4 days ago5 min read


Volkswagen’s Kylaq-Based Sub-4m SUV Gets Green Light for India; ₹275 Crore Project Approved
Volkswagen has reportedly secured global approval for a ₹275 crore programme to develop a Kylaq-based compact SUV for India. Expected around mid-2027, the model could feature a 1.0 TSI petrol engine and a new 8-speed automatic transmission.
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4 days ago5 min read


New VinFast VF 5 Electric SUV Spied Testing In India – Punch.ev, Nexon.ev Rival Incoming?
VinFast's next-generation VF 5 has been spotted testing in Bengaluru. The sub-4m electric SUV could become the brand's most affordable EV in India and challenge the Tata Punch.ev, Nexon.ev and Mahindra XEV 3XO.
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5 days ago5 min read


Kia Eyes India Plant Expansion as It Targets 4.1 Lakh Annual Sales by 2030
Kia India is evaluating additional manufacturing capacity as it targets 4.1 lakh annual sales and 7.6% market share by 2030, backed by a 10-model portfolio spanning EVs, strong hybrids, CNG and ICE vehicles.
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5 days ago5 min read
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