Mahindra has teased the upcoming BE 6 SPORTEQ ahead of its August 15, 2026 debut. The new derivative features a redesigned cabin with a triple-screen dashboard, brown-black interior treatment and dark matte exterior styling.

VinFast has patented its new Rasad electric maxi-scooter in India ahead of its global debut. The premium e-scooter features aggressive styling, large wheels and performance-focused hardware, while an India launch timeline is yet to be confirmed.

Skoda Auto India dispatched 5,710 cars in July 2026, registering a modest 3% year-on-year growth compared with 5,554 units sold in July 2025. On a month-on-month basis, however, the Czech carmaker witnessed an 8% decline from 6,220 units in June 2026. The Skoda Kylaq continued to account for the bulk of the brand’s volumes, while the Slavia and Kushaq recorded year-on-year declines. The premium Kodiaq, meanwhile, posted strong growth from a comparatively smaller base. Skoda M

Aprilia SXR 175 hp.e is reportedly heading for an India launch in September 2026. The new maxi scooter is expected to get the SR 175's 13.26 PS engine along with upgraded features including a TFT display.

Renault India dispatched 3,293 passenger vehicles in July 2026, registering a healthy 28% year-on-year growth compared with 2,575 units sold during July 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, Renault’s volumes declined by 19% from 4,063 units recorded in June 2026. The company’s July performance was supported by strong year-on-year growth from the Kwid and Kiger, while the Triber remained Renault’s highest-selling model despite witnessing a decline. The newly introduced Du

MG Hector celebrates seven years in India with benefits of up to Rs 60,000 in August 2026, along with 100% on-road funding and flexible finance tenure of up to seven years.

Mercedes-Benz India has launched its Dream Days 2026 festive campaign, offering a three-month EMI holiday on the GLA and GLC, 6.99% interest on select models, trade-in benefits and zero down payment upgrades on eligible GLE and GLS purchases.

India’s highly competitive sub-4-metre SUV segment recorded a strong performance in July 2026, with combined dispatches of the 14 models in the segment reaching 1,16,552 units. This represents a robust 34.7% year-on-year growth compared with 86,544 units recorded in July 2025. The Tata Punch emerged as India’s best-selling sub-4m SUV, posting an exceptional 97.6% YoY growth. Maruti Suzuki Fronx secured second place, while Tata Nexon finished third. Interestingly, the top thre

India's automobile retail market recorded its best-ever July in 2026, with registrations rising 25.89% YoY to 25.91 lakh units. Passenger vehicle sales crossed 4 lakh for the first time in July, while two-wheelers surged 28.25% and total EV registrations reached a record 3.28 lakh units.

Ducati has launched the fifth-generation 2026 Monster in India, priced from ₹13.99 lakh. It gets a new 890cc V2 producing 111 PS and 91.1 Nm, weighs 175 kg without fuel and features a 6-axis IMU, four riding modes and Ducati Quick Shift 2.0.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor maintained positive momentum in July 2026, with its model-wise domestic dispatches reaching 30,516 units, up 5% year-on-year compared with 29,159 units sold in July 2025. On a month-on-month basis, Toyota's volumes increased by 7% from 28,441 units recorded in June 2026. The Toyota Innova range, comprising the Innova Crysta and Innova Hycross, remained the company's best-selling product, while the Rumion registered the strongest year-on-year growth duri

Could the Tata Nano get a second innings? Tata Motors India Design Head Ajay Jain has hinted at the possibility of reviving the iconic small car, potentially as an EV. However, no production model has been officially confirmed yet.

Kia India recorded a strong performance in July 2026, with total domestic dispatches reaching 28,200 units, compared with 22,135 units in July 2025. This translated into a healthy 27% year-on-year growth. The company also improved significantly on a sequential basis. Compared with 24,552 units dispatched in June 2026, Kia's July volumes increased by around 15% month-on-month. The biggest contributor to Kia's growth during the month was the Seltos, which more than doubled its

Mahindra BE 07 has been spotted testing again, with the latest prototype confirming a triple-screen dashboard. Based on the INGLO architecture, the upcoming electric SUV is expected to offer 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery options and make its debut in 2027.

India's two-wheeler market is gearing up for several exciting launches in 2026. From the Ather Konarc and Simple Arrive electric scooters to the Yamaha R2, Royal Enfield Himalayan 440, Triumph Bonneville 350/400, Norton Atlas and updated Bajaj Pulsar, here are seven upcoming models to watch.

India’s three-row SUV market is preparing for a major electrification push, with several manufacturers developing new 7-seater SUVs equipped with hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains. Until recently, strong-hybrid technology in India was largely concentrated in five-seater SUVs and premium MPVs such as the Toyota Innova Hycross. That could change significantly over the next couple of years as manufacturers including Kia, Toyota, Hyundai, Renault and JSW MG Motor India introdu

Hero MotoCorp is preparing for its next major step in electric mobility, with the company confirming that its first electric motorcycle is expected to arrive in 2027. The upcoming product will expand Hero’s VIDA electric portfolio beyond scooters and mark the company’s entry into India’s still-nascent electric motorcycle segment. Hero is currently developing electric motorcycles around two dedicated platforms — Project UBEX and Project VXZ— both of which were showcased in con

India’s mid-size SUV segment delivered a strong performance in July 2026, supported by healthy demand for established nameplates as well as the arrival of several new models. According to the dispatch data, the segment recorded 1,31,513 units in July 2026, compared with 92,261 units in July 2025, translating into a robust 42.5% year-on-year growth. The Hyundai Creta retained the top position with more than 18,000 units, while the Mahindra Scorpio remained a strong second. How

India has emerged as the single biggest revenue-generating market for Suzuki Motor Corporation, underlining just how central the country has become to the Japanese automaker’s global strategy. For the financial year ended March 2025, India accounted for around 42.6% of Suzuki’s consolidated global revenue, significantly higher than the company’s home market of Japan at 25.4%. Europe contributed around 10.8%, while the remaining global markets together accounted for 21.2%. The

Hyundai Motor India recorded a strong performance in July 2026, with domestic passenger vehicle dispatches reaching 54,210 units, registering a 23% year-on-year growth compared with 43,973 units sold in July 2025. The company also witnessed a sharp sequential recovery, with July volumes rising 37% month-on-month from 39,635 units dispatched in June 2026. The Hyundai Creta remained the brand’s highest-selling model, while Venue, Exter and i20 also contributed significantly to

India’s tractor market maintained strong momentum in July 2026, with retail sales rising to 1,17,349 units compared with 91,604 units in July 2025. Mahindra & Mahindra remained the clear market leader, while TAFE and Escorts Kubota recorded particularly strong year-on-year growth. India’s tractor industry registered robust growth in July 2026, supported by healthy rural demand and positive momentum across most major tractor manufacturers. According to FADA Research data, trac

Mahindra is accelerating road testing of its upcoming Vision S SUV, with a heavily camouflaged prototype now spotted on the streets of Bengaluru. The latest test mule appears to be moving closer to production specification, revealing several important details including production-style lighting, ADAS hardware and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel. The Vision S is particularly significant because it previews one of the first production SUVs to emerge from Mahindra’s new-generatio

Mahindra continued its strong run in the Indian passenger vehicle market in July 2026, recording total dispatches of 60,048 units. Compared with 49,871 units in July 2025, the company registered a healthy 20% year-on-year growth. On a month-on-month basis, however, Mahindra's volumes remained largely stable, slipping around 1% from 60,393 units sold in June 2026. The Scorpio range remained Mahindra's best-selling nameplate, while the Thar, XUV 3X0, Bolero and XUV 7X0 continue

TVS Vehicle Mobility Solutions (TVS VMS) has entered the electric heavy-trucking segment for the first time through a strategic partnership with Montra Electric’s eM&HCV division. The collaboration begins with the deployment of 57 Montra Electric Rhino 5538 EV heavy-duty trucks, while the two companies are targeting more than 300 electric trucks during FY 2026-27. The partnership marks an important shift for TVS VMS, which has decades of experience operating conventional comm