Motorcycles are not just a personal mobility choice in many countries; they are the backbone of everyday transport. From Vietnam’s crowded city streets to Taiwan’s scooter-heavy urban roads and India’s vast commuter market, two-wheelers continue to play a central role in affordable mobility. A recent global comparison of motorcycles per person shows Vietnam and Taiwan among the world’s most motorcycle-dense countries. The data should be read as an estimated comparison because

The midsize sedan segment in India is facing an electrifying resurgence. With the highly anticipated arrival of the 2026 Honda City Facelift, it is a battle for total technological and mechanical supremacy. Hyundai’s Verna continues to be the feature-rich favorite, while the Skoda Slavia and Volkswagen Virtus duo bring European driving character at competitive prices. We break down what the City facelift changes . A detailed comparison of the New Honda City 2026, Hyundai Vern

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

Petrol prices in India continue to vary sharply from one state to another, largely due to different state-level taxes, VAT structures, transportation costs, and local levies. As per the data from Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the presented infographic shows how much 1 litre of petrol costs across Indian states and Union Territories as of 19 May 2026. The data highlights a wide price gap across the country, with petrol costing as low as ₹87/litre in Andaman & Nicobar

Suzuki Motorcycle India reported 98,004 units in April 2026, registering a 3% year-on-year growth over 95,214 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined by 7% compared to 1,05,398 units in March 2026. The brand’s performance in April was largely driven by the Access scooter, while the V-Strom SX emerged as the standout growth model on a YoY basis. Suzuki Sales Performance – April 2026 Model Apr 2026 Apr 2025 YoY Growth Mar 2026 MoM % Access 7

Bajaj Auto posted 2,10,063 units in April 2026, registering an 11% year-on-year growth over 1,88,615 units sold in April 2025. However, compared to March 2026, when Bajaj sold 2,21,021 units, the company saw a 5% month-on-month decline. The growth was mainly supported by a strong performance from the Bajaj Chetak electric scooter, the Pulsar 160 + 200 NS range, Pulsar 220, and premium motorcycle brands like KTM and Triumph. Model-wise Bajaj Sales – April 2026 Model Apr 2026

Ultraviolette’s F77 MACH 2 has achieved a major real-world endurance milestone, with customer Harish Surampade clocking 1,46,000 km in just two years on the electric motorcycle. The journey has also earned Harish and the F77 MACH 2 two world records, making it one of the strongest durability showcases for an electric two-wheeler in India. The record-breaking ride covered all Indian states and reached 13 international borders, proving that EV motorcycles are no longer limited

Honda Cars India has officially added a new premium SUV to its India portfolio with the unveiling of the All-New Honda ZR-V Hybrid. The model has been listed on Honda Cars India’s official website, and pre-launch bookings have opened. However, Honda has not yet announced the official price, so any pricing currently circulating should be treated as an estimate. The ZR-V will sit above the Honda Elevate and is expected to become Honda’s new flagship SUV offering in India. Unlik

Tata Motors has showcased its widest-ever commercial vehicle portfolio in Cape Town, South Africa, displaying 11 vehicles across electric trucks, pickups, buses and heavy-duty applications. The move highlights the company’s growing focus on Africa as a key international market for its commercial vehicle business. Tata Motors’ Cape Town showcase was not just a product display. It was a clear statement of intent. The company brought together a wide mix of vehicles designed for

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has opened a new Robotics Business Support Division in Gurugram, Haryana, marking a strategic expansion of its robotics business in India. The facility has been established within Yamaha Motor India Sales Pvt. Ltd. (YMIS), the company’s Indian arm that primarily manages sales of motorcycles and other Yamaha Motor products in the country. The new Gurugram facility will function as a dedicated sales and service support centre for Yamaha’s robotics busine

TVS Motor Company reported total sales of 3,48,545 units in April 2026, registering an 8% year-on-year growth over 3,23,647 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined by 6% compared to 3,72,383 units sold in March 2026. The company’s April 2026 performance was supported by strong growth from key scooter models and the EV scooter portfolio. The TVS Jupiter, iQube Electric, Ntorq, Ronin, and Apache emerged as the major contributors during the m

The UAE new vehicle market continued its steady recovery in 2025, with sales rising by around 5.3% year-on-year to 335,772 units, according to BestSellingCarsBlog. The market stayed strongly tilted toward Japanese brands at the top, but the biggest shift came from Chinese automakers, especially Jetour, which became the fastest-rising mainstream brand in the country. The year was defined by three clear trends: Toyota’s continued leadership, Nissan’s mild decline despite strong

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India registered 4,84,972 units in April 2026, recording a healthy 15% year-on-year growth over 4,22,931 units sold in April 2025. However, compared to March 2026, Honda’s dispatches declined by 5%, as the brand had sold 5,12,303 units in the previous month. The April 2026 performance was largely supported by the strong demand for the Activa, Shine 125, CB Unicorn 150, and Dio 125. Honda’s scooter portfolio continued to contribute significantly, whi

Hero MotoCorp registered 5,32,433 units in April 2026, recording a strong 85% year-on-year growth compared to 2,88,524 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined by 4% from 5,52,505 units in March 2026. The growth was largely driven by Hero’s core commuter motorcycle portfolio, especially the Splendor, HF Deluxe, Glamour, and Passion. Scooter sales also showed healthy improvement year-on-year, while the premium and performance motorcycle rang

The global automobile industry is no longer being valued only by the number of vehicles a company sells. Stock-market valuation increasingly reflects future growth expectations around electric vehicles, batteries, software, autonomous driving, AI-led mobility and energy storage. This is why the list of the world’s largest automakers by market capitalization looks very different from the list of the world’s biggest automakers by sales volume. As of May 2026, Tesla remains the

Chinese technology giant Xiaomi is rapidly transforming itself from a smartphone powerhouse into a serious global electric vehicle player — and Europe’s traditional automakers are beginning to feel the pressure. Recent reports and social media discussions (Source) suggest that Xiaomi has been actively recruiting top automotive engineering and design talent from premium European brands including BMW, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-AMG and Skoda Auto. The move highlights how

The European automotive industry witnessed a transformative 2025 as traditional automakers battled slowing demand, electrification pressures, tightening emissions regulations, and rising competition from Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers. According to the latest passenger vehicle registration data released by the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association covering the EU + EFTA + UK region, the market showcased a clear divide between fast-growing challenger brands an

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 petrol consumption continued its strong upward trajectory in FY2024-25, with total nationwide consumption reaching 40,004.5 thousand metric tonnes, compared to 37,219.4 thousand metric tonnes in FY2023-24 — reflecting healthy growth in mobility demand, vehicle usage, and economic activity across the country. The latest state-wise fuel consumption data from the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) highlights how India’s major automotive and industrial states con