India's three-wheeler market registered a healthy 16.2% year-on-year growth in June 2026, reaching 1,20,889 retail registrations. Bajaj Auto retained its leadership position, while Mahindra and TVS Motor posted the strongest gains in market share and sales.

India’s ethanol-blended petrol programme has entered a fresh phase of scrutiny after a Times of India report cited an unpublished Automotive Research Association of India report, which reportedly found that E20 petrol may deteriorate rubber fuel-system components in vehicles originally designed for E10 fuel. The components mentioned include hoses, gaskets, seals and O-rings, with the report suggesting replacement of such parts if E20 is used in E10-compliant vehicles. The rep

Bentley has officially unveiled the name of its first-ever fully electric production vehicle, the Torcal. Positioned below the Bentayga, the luxury urban SUV will debut globally in London on September 23, marking the beginning of Bentley's all-electric future.

Kia India has once again sparked excitement with a cryptic teaser across its social media platforms, and this time the clues point towards the brand’s next phase of electrification. The short teaser video features a series of icons—a flag, a cruise ship, a battery, a family, a lightning bolt and the silhouette of an SUV—accompanied by a loading bar and the message, “You’re closer than you think.” While Kia has not officially revealed the products, the visual cues strongly sug

The Indian passenger vehicle market recorded a strong year-on-year performance in June 2026, with total sales rising to 3,91,968 units, compared to 3,11,559 units in June 2025. This translated into a healthy 25.8% YoY growth, indicating sustained demand momentum across major OEMs. However, on a month-on-month basis, the market declined by 11.1% from 4,40,808 units in May 2026, reflecting a correction after a stronger previous month. The June performance was still notable as s

TVS Motor Company has achieved a significant milestone with its Apache motorcycle range crossing 7 million cumulative sales globally, underlining the sustained success of one of India’s longest-running premium motorcycle brands. The achievement comes nearly two decades after the Apache nameplate was introduced in 2005 and reflects the growing acceptance of Indian-developed performance motorcycles across both domestic and international markets. To commemorate the milestone, th

Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed that the next-generation Range Rover Velar will launch first as an all-electric SUV before receiving a hybrid variant. The move reflects JLR's revised electrification strategy, with the EMA platform now supporting multiple powertrains to meet evolving customer demand across global markets

India's tractor retail market witnessed a robust performance in June 2026, with registrations crossing the one lakh-unit milestone for the month. According to the latest FADA (Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations) retail data, 1,00,818 tractors were registered across the country, compared to 80,456 units in June 2025, translating into a healthy 25.3% year-on-year (YoY) growth. The strong performance reflects sustained rural demand, healthy agricultural activity, and

Global automotive companies are entering one of the most uncertain phases in recent history. Rising geopolitical tensions, supply-chain realignments, tariffs, slowing demand in several developed markets, rapid electrification, AI-led disruption and tightening regulations have forced many automakers to adopt a defensive strategy. Mahindra Group, however, appears to be taking the opposite approach. In his message to shareholders in the company’s FY26 Annual Report, Chairman Ana

Tunwal E-Motors Limited has announced an aggressive dealership expansion plan, targeting over 1,000 customer touchpoints across India by FY 2026–27. The Pune-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer, which is currently present across 19 states with more than 450 dealers, is looking to more than double its retail footprint as it attempts to strengthen its position in India’s fast-growing affordable electric mobility space. The move comes at a time when India’s electric two-whee

MG's upcoming MG07 electric fastback has become the center of a global design controversy after enthusiasts accused it of resembling the Porsche Taycan and Xiaomi SU7. We examine the similarities, MG's defence, and why modern EVs are increasingly beginning to look alike.

India's two-wheeler market recorded a strong 21.22% year-on-year growth in June 2026, with 18,28,458 retail registrations, according to FADA data. Hero MotoCorp retained its leadership position ahead of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, while TVS Motor continued to strengthen its market share. The month also saw robust growth from Royal Enfield, Yamaha and Ather Energy, highlighting sustained demand across both ICE and electric two-wheelers.

Electric motorcycle manufacturer Oben Electric has commenced customer deliveries of its recently launched Rorr Evo, beginning with Bengaluru. The company says deliveries will gradually expand to its retail network across India over the coming weeks. The Rorr Evo was introduced in May 2026 and, according to Oben Electric, received more than 25,000 bookings within the first 15 days of launch. While the booking figures are company-claimed, the response indicates growing consumer

India’s E20 fuel programme has entered an unexpected diplomatic and public-perception flashpoint after a Bhutanese newspaper report claimed Bhutan had declined E20 petrol from India, citing fuel-quality and infrastructure concerns. India’s Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has denied that any formal proposal to export E20 petrol to Bhutan was made, calling such reports incorrect. The controversy began after The Bhutanese reported that Bhutan was not importing E20 petrol f

The launch of the Tata Sierra EV marks one of the most significant additions to India's rapidly expanding electric SUV market. Priced between ₹18.79 lakh and ₹25.99 lakh (ex-showroom), Tata has positioned the Sierra EV directly against established and emerging rivals including the Hyundai Creta Electric, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, MG Windsor EV, Mahindra BE 6, Mahindra XEV 9e and Mahindra XEV 9S. Unlike many recent launches that merely add another EV option, the Sierra EV enters

Maruti Suzuki has rolled out attractive July 2026 offers across its NEXA portfolio, with benefits ranging from ₹15,000 to ₹2.10 lakh depending on the model and variant. Buyers can avail a combination of consumer discounts, exchange bonuses, scrappage incentives, upgrade loyalty benefits and corporate offers, making this one of the most lucrative months for prospective NEXA customers. The offer structure is broadly in line with the latest schemes announced for July. One of the

Maruti Suzuki has rolled out its July 2026 consumer offers across the Arena lineup and Tour commercial range, giving buyers an opportunity to save up to ₹90,000 on select models. The benefits include a combination of consumer cash discounts, exchange bonuses, loyalty/upgrade offers, scrappage benefits and institutional discounts, depending on the model and variant. The highest benefits this month are available on the Victoris Hybrid, while popular models such as the Brezza, W

India’s luxury electric vehicle market continued its strong growth trajectory in June 2026, with total registrations rising to 804 units, compared to 391 units in June 2025. This translates into a strong 105.6% year-on-year growth, indicating that electric mobility is steadily gaining acceptance among premium car buyers. On a month-on-month basis as well, the segment improved sharply. Luxury EV registrations grew from 665 units in May 2026 to 804 units in June 2026, marking a

A viral Innova Hycross breakdown has sparked fresh concerns over E20 petrol in India. But Toyota says the real culprit was contaminated fuel—not ethanol blending. Here's what the incident means for car owners. A recent viral social media video showing a Toyota Innova Hycross allegedly suffering engine problems after being refuelled with E20 petrol reignited the debate around India's ethanol-blending programme. The owner claimed the hybrid MPV developed severe engine issues, q

Kia's latest teaser hints at multiple electrified products as the company prepares to strengthen its hybrid and battery-electric portfolio in India. The Indian automotive market's shift towards electrification appears to be accelerating, and Kia India has dropped its biggest hint yet about its future product roadmap. The company recently released a cryptic teaser featuring the words "HEV" (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) and "BEV" (Battery Electric Vehicle) alongside the message "Th