Honda has revealed the 2027 CB300F Twister in Brazil with FlexOne petrol-ethanol compatibility, HSTC traction control, Showa USD forks, ABS and improved safety technology.

Hyundai has revealed the next-generation Tucson with a tougher, boxier exterior, futuristic cabin and large central touchscreen. Hybrid and conventional powertrains are expected, while an India launch is yet to be confirmed.

Royal Enfield recorded domestic dispatches of 1,05,317 units in July 2026, growing 38% YoY and 2% MoM. Classic 350 remained the brand’s best-selling model with 39,197 units, while Bullet 350 and Hunter 350 also posted strong growth.

Suzuki Motorcycle India recorded 1,23,216 units in July 2026, registering 28% YoY and 35% MoM growth. The Access remained the biggest contributor with 82,505 units, while Burgman and Avenis also posted strong gains.

Simpler and faster loans are removing the biggest hurdle to car ownership, giving first-time buyers a clear path to owning a pre-owned car without waiting years to save. For many first-time buyers, the wish to own a car has always been held back by one thing. Paying the full price at once is hard, and saving for it can take years. Easy loan options have changed that. A buyer can now spread the cost over comfortable monthly instalments, which has opened the pre-owned market to

The 2026 Skoda Slavia facelift has been unveiled in India with refreshed styling, a new 8-speed automatic for the 1.0 TSI, 360-degree camera, 10.25-inch digital cluster, rear massage seats and six variants. Official prices are awaited.

Royal Enfield has launched the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition at ₹2.11 lakh, ex-showroom. The special edition gets an exclusive Gorkha Green paint scheme, Khukri insignia, 349cc J-series engine, assist and slipper clutch, and USB Type-C charging.

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.

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.

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.

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

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%.

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%.

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

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%.

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.

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

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

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.

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

India’s electric two-wheeler market is becoming increasingly competitive, and a straightforward reading of sales numbers would suggest that Hero MotoCorp still has some catching up to do. Hero’s electric mobility brand VIDA currently trails TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto and Ather Energy in volumes. However, looking only at VIDA registrations tells only part of the story. Hero MotoCorp is effectively pursuing a two-track electric mobility strategy: building its own VIDA business while

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.

India’s two-wheeler industry maintained strong momentum in July 2026, with the leading manufacturers collectively dispatching 19,23,483 units, compared with 15,69,120 units in July 2025. This translates into a healthy 22.6% year-on-year growth. Sequentially too, the market remained positive. Dispatches increased from 18,51,400 units in June 2026 to 19,23,483 units in July, registering a 3.9% month-on-month improvement. While Hero MotoCorp retained the No.1 position, the stand

Kia India is preparing to make a significant move in the premium SUV segment with the launch of the Kia Sorento on September 4, 2026. Ahead of its market introduction, the company has confirmed two important technologies for the India-spec three-row SUV – All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and its new Live Gen AI in-car assistant. The Sorento will sit above the Seltos in Kia India's SUV portfolio and effectively become the company's flagship internal-combustion-engined SUV in the country.