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Kia Syros EV May come with 500 km+ Range, Lifetime Battery Warranty: A New Challenger in India’s Mass-Market EV Space
Kia India appears to be preparing its most ambitious electric vehicle for the mass market yet. It is speculated that the upcoming Kia Syros EV could offer a claimed driving range of over 500 km, a lifetime battery warranty, and several premium technologies aimed at strengthening Kia’s position in India’s rapidly expanding electric SUV segment. While the company has only officially teased the vehicle so far, multiple reports indicate that the launch is now just around the corn
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Jul 103 min read


JSW MG Motor Set to Expand Hector Line-up with New Hector Hawk PHEV & EV: What It Means for India
JSW MG Motor India appears ready to make a significant move in the country’s premium SUV segment by introducing electrified versions of the Hector. The company is expected to unveil the Hector Hawk in both Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) and Battery Electric Vehicle (EV) forms on July 16, 2026 which are expected to be based on the globally sold Wuling Starlight 560, signalling MG’s intent to strengthen its electrified portfolio beyond conventional EVs. The development
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Jul 103 min read


Maruti Suzuki Expands After-Sales Network to 6,000 Service Touchpoints in India
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has crossed a major after-sales milestone with the inauguration of its 6,000th service touchpoint in the country. The milestone facility has been set up in Kozhikode, Kerala, in partnership with KVR Autocars Private Limited. The expansion further strengthens Maruti Suzuki’s already wide service reach across India, with the company’s after-sales network now spread across more than 3,000 cities and towns. For India’s largest carmaker, service accessi
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Jul 93 min read


Kia Sorento Hybrid Unofficial Bookings Begin at Dealerships Ahead of India Launch
Kia’s flagship three-row hybrid SUV inches closer to launch as select dealerships reportedly start accepting unofficial bookings. Kia India appears to be entering the final phase of preparations for the launch of its much-awaited Sorento Hybrid. According to dealer-level information, select Kia dealerships across the country have begun accepting unofficial bookings for the premium three-row SUV, even before the company has made an official announcement regarding bookings, pri
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Jul 93 min read


Komaki Launches MG Pro V and MG Pro+ Metal-Body Electric Scooters, Prices Start at ₹73,999
Komaki has launched the MG Pro V and MG Pro+ electric scooters in India, offering metal-body construction, LiFePO4 batteries, smart features and a claimed range of up to 150+ km. Prices start from ₹73,999.
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Jul 92 min read


Hyundai Dispatch Sales June 2026: Supplier Fire Disrupts Production, Venue Emerges as Top Model
Hyundai Motor India (HMIL) dispatched 39,635 passenger vehicles in the domestic market during June 2026, registering a 10% year-on-year (YoY) decline compared to 44,024 units in June 2025. On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, dispatches fell 17% from 47,837 units recorded in May 2026. However, the decline in wholesale dispatches does not entirely reflect market demand. Hyundai's June production was significantly impacted following a fire at Mobis India Limited, one of its key sup
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Jul 93 min read


Nissan Tekton Launched in India at ₹10.49 Lakh: 12 Variants, Two Turbo-Petrol Engines and Premium Features
Nissan has officially launched the all-new Tekton SUV in India with prices starting at ₹10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Available in 12 variants with two turbo-petrol engine options, the Tekton takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and other midsize SUVs.
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Jul 92 min read


Sonalika Rolls Out Its 20 Lakhth Tractor, Reinforcing India's Global Farm Machinery Leadership
Sonalika Tractors has rolled out its 20 lakhth tractor from Hoshiarpur, marking a major milestone in India's agricultural machinery industry.
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Jul 92 min read


JCB Tightens Grip as India's Wheeled Construction Equipment Market Contracts 41% in June 2026
India's wheeled construction equipment market witnessed a sharp 40.9% year-on-year decline in June 2026, according to FADA retail data. Despite the industry slowdown, JCB India retained sales of 2,416 units and expanded its market share to 46.07%, further cementing its leadership in the country's construction equipment segment.
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Jul 92 min read


Tata Motors Showcases New Passenger Mobility Range at Prawaas 5.0, Launches Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime Buses
Tata Motors’ Prawaas 5.0 showcase highlights how India’s passenger mobility market is moving beyond conventional buses. Fleet operators today are looking for lower running costs, higher uptime, improved safety and cleaner powertrain options. By combining CNG buses, electric school transport, last-mile EVs and premium people movers under one portfolio, Tata Motors is positioning itself strongly across both institutional and public transport segments.
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Jul 94 min read


China Now Controls The Global EV Battery Race — But The Story Is Bigger Than A Top 10 List
China's dominance in the global EV battery industry has reached new heights, with seven Chinese companies featuring among the world's top ten battery manufacturers in January-May 2026. Led by CATL and BYD, Chinese firms now command 72.6% of the global EV battery market, reshaping the future of electric mobility worldwide.
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Jul 93 min read


Best-Selling 7-Seater Cars in India for June 2026
India’s 7-seater passenger vehicle segment recorded healthy growth in June 2026, supported by strong demand for family MPVs, rugged SUVs and newly introduced models. The segment clocked 78,640 units in June 2026, compared to 67,416 units in June 2025, registering a year-on-year growth of 16.6%. The segment continues to remain highly competitive, with Maruti Suzuki’s Ertiga retaining the top spot, while Mahindra emerged as the most dominant OEM with four models in the Top 7. B
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Jul 93 min read


Kia India Recognised Among India’s Best Workplaces in Automotive 2026
Kia India has been recognised among India’s Best Workplaces™ in Automotive 2026 by Great Place To Work® India, reinforcing the company’s growing reputation not just as a successful automobile manufacturer but also as an employer focused on employee engagement, workplace culture and leadership development. The recognition follows Kia India’s second consecutive Great Place To Work® Certification™, achieved earlier this year. According to the assessment, Kia India achieved a 76%
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Jul 92 min read


Mahindra Hikes SUV and Commercial Vehicle Prices Again: What Buyers Need to Know
Mahindra & Mahindra has announced another round of price revisions across its passenger SUV and commercial vehicle portfolio, with the new prices coming into effect from July 10, 2026. The company says the increase is aimed at offsetting sustained inflation in commodity and raw material costs, making it the second major price revision announced by the automaker this year. Average Price Increase According to Mahindra: SUV range: Average price increase of 2.7% Commercial Vehicl
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Jul 82 min read


Best-Selling Sedans in India – June 2026
The Indian sedan segment posted a healthy year-on-year recovery in June 2026, with total dispatches of 31,183 units, compared to 28,335 units in June 2025. This translates to a 10.1% YoY growth, indicating that despite the rising dominance of SUVs, sedans continue to find steady demand in India. The segment, however, remained highly concentrated, with the Maruti Suzuki Dzire alone accounting for 57.4% of total sedan sales in June 2026. Best-Selling Sedans in India – June 2026
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Jul 83 min read


Electric Two-Wheeler Registrations Surge 75.5% in June 2026; TVS Retains Lead, Bajaj Closes In, Hero Vida Emerges as Fastest Growing Major Brand
India's electric two-wheeler market registered a strong 75.5% year-on-year growth in June 2026, reaching 1.94 lakh Vahan registrations. TVS retained the top position, Bajaj narrowed the gap, Hero Vida emerged as the fastest-growing major OEM, while Ola Electric continued to lose market share amid intensifying competition.
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Jul 83 min read


Maruti Suzuki Sales June 2026: Dispatches Rise 24% YoY Despite Scheduled Production Shutdown
Maruti Suzuki dispatched 1,47,187 units in June 2026, registering a strong 24% year-on-year growth compared to 1,18,906 units in June 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, the company saw a sharp 23% decline over May 2026, when dispatches stood at 1,90,337 units. The MoM decline needs to be viewed in the context of Maruti Suzuki’s scheduled one-week block shutdown across its production facilities in June 2026. The shutdown was undertaken as part of the company’s routine b
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Jul 84 min read


Govt May Delay E25 Mandate Amid Vehicle Compatibility Concerns: Why India's Ethanol Roadmap Could Take a Phased Approach
The Government is reportedly considering delaying a mandatory E25 ethanol blending rollout amid concerns over mileage loss, vehicle compatibility and maintenance costs. Experts recommend a phased approach with greater adoption of flex-fuel vehicles and consumer choice.
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Jul 84 min read


Best Selling Cars in India for June 2026 – Tata Punch Leads, Nexon Takes No.2 Spot
Tata Punch emerged as the best-selling car in India for the month, while the Tata Nexon secured the second position with a sharp year-on-year growth. The June 2026 rankings also highlight the continued strength of Maruti Suzuki in the mass-market space, Mahindra’s growing SUV momentum and Kia’s impressive recovery in the compact SUV segment. Top 25 Best Selling Cars in India – June 2026 Rank OEM Model June 2026 Sales June 2025 Sales YoY Growth 1 Tata Punch 21,006 10,446 101%
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Jul 84 min read


Mercedes-Benz India Posts Record H1 2026 Sales, AMG Surges 50%, EV Mix Doubles
Mercedes-Benz India has reported its strongest-ever first-half sales performance, retailing 9,768 vehicles during January–June 2026, marking a 9% year-on-year growth. The luxury carmaker also achieved its best-ever Q2 with 4,637 units sold. Record demand for Top-End Luxury models, a 50% surge in Mercedes-AMG sales, strong momentum for the CLA BEV and EQS SUV, and the continued success of the LWB E-Class were the key growth drivers. Electric vehicles accounted for 14% of Merce
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Jul 73 min read
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