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Mahindra XUV 3XO REVX EDGE Launched at ₹9.39 Lakh; Panoramic Sunroof Available Under ₹10 Lakh
Mahindra has launched the XUV 3XO REVX EDGE from ₹9.39 lakh, alongside the REVX EDGE (O) with a panoramic sunroof and the REVX M(O) petrol automatic.
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Sep 183 min read


Toyota Sales August 2026: 28,410 Units Dispatched; Fortuner Grows 40%, Glanza Falls 71%
Toyota recorded 28,410 units in August 2026, according to the supplied model-wise dispatch data. Volumes declined 3% year-on-year from 29,302 units in August 2025 and 7% month-on-month from 30,516 units in July 2026. The combined Innova and Hycross range remained Toyota’s largest volume contributor, followed by the Hyryder. Fortuner, Taisor and Rumion registered year-on-year gains, but a sharp fall in Glanza dispatches weighed on the overall result. Toyota August 2026 Sales:
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Sep 182 min read


Ultraviolette Delivers 183 X-47 ‘Skyforce’ Electric Motorcycles to Kolkata Police
Ultraviolette Automotive has delivered 183 specially configured X-47 electric motorcycles to the Kolkata Police. Called the X-47 ‘Skyforce’, the new patrol-focused variant has been developed specifically for law-enforcement operations. The motorcycles were formally handed over at the Lalbazar Police Headquarters in Kolkata. According to Ultraviolette, this is one of the largest deployments of electric motorcycles by an Indian police force. Kolkata Police has inducted 183 purp
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Sep 183 min read


2026 Mahindra Thar Facelift Teased; Pricing Could Be the Key Number to Watch
Mahindra has teased the updated three-door Thar, with a launch expected on September 22, 2026. Styling revisions are anticipated, while final features, variants and revised prices remain unannounced.
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Sep 183 min read


Kia India Price Hike Likely From October 2026; Select Models and Variants Could Get Costlier
Kia India could revise prices of select cars and variants from October 2026, potentially making some versions of the Sonet, Seltos, Syros, Carens Clavis and other models more expensive ahead of the festive season. The expected price revision is likely to be selective rather than a uniform increase across Kia’s entire portfolio. The exact models, variants and quantum of the proposed hike have not yet been confirmed. Kia Price Hike Could Be Variant-Specific Unlike a blanket per
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Sep 182 min read


Kia Carens Clavis Gets More Affordable Automatic Variants; DCT Now Starts at ₹14.67 Lakh
Kia has expanded the Carens Clavis line-up with new lower-spec automatic variants. The HTE(O) turbo-petrol 7DCT is now priced from ₹14.67 lakh, making the automatic range significantly more accessible.
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Sep 173 min read


TVS Updates Apache & Ronin Range For 2026: New Features, Variants And Tech Added
TVS has refreshed its Apache and Ronin motorcycle line-up with feature upgrades and additional variants. Highlights include traction control for the Apache RTR 160, a TFT display for the RTR 160 4V and Black Diamond Editions for the 310 models.
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Sep 172 min read


New Ducati Streetfighter V4 SP Expected In 2027: What We Know So Far
Ducati is expected to introduce a new Streetfighter V4 SP in 2027. Final specifications, pricing and India availability remain unconfirmed.
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Sep 172 min read


MG Cyberster, M9 Now Available With BaaS: Premium EV Ownership Gets a Lower Entry Price
MG has extended Battery-as-a-Service to the Cyberster and M9. The option lowers upfront vehicle costs, while battery usage and charging expenses remain separate.
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Sep 172 min read


Omega Seiki Mobility Begins Developing Accessible EV for Persons with Disabilities
Omega Seiki Mobility has initiated the development of a specially designed electric vehicle for persons with disabilities, focusing on accessibility, safety, comfort and ease of use.
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Sep 173 min read


India Auto Sales Hit Record August High in 2026: PVs Surge 36.5%, Two-Wheelers Cross 20 Lakh
India's automobile industry recorded its highest-ever August volumes across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers in 2026. PV sales surged 36.5% to 4.39 lakh units, while two-wheelers crossed 20 lakh units.
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Sep 173 min read


Kia Carens Clavis EV Gets Lifetime Battery Warranty: 15 Years, Unlimited Kilometres for Buyers Since August 1
Kia Carens Clavis EV gets a lifetime high-voltage battery warranty offering 15 years and unlimited-kilometre coverage for eligible first private owners. The new coverage applies to vehicles retailed from August 1, 2026.
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Sep 164 min read


Hyundai Bayon Design Revealed Ahead of India Launch – First Official Exterior and Interior Sketches Out
Hyundai has revealed the first official exterior and interior design sketches of the upcoming Bayon SUV. Expected to slot between the Venue and Creta, the Bayon previews Hyundai’s latest design direction ahead of its India launch.
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Sep 164 min read


Motherson to Invest ₹11,000 Crore in Tamil Nadu Over Five Years; Around 7,000 Jobs Planned
Samvardhana Motherson International has committed to invest around ₹11,000 crore in Tamil Nadu over the next five years. The proposed expansion will cover design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and logistics and is expected to create around 7,000 jobs.
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Sep 164 min read


Toyota Camry Prices Hiked by Up to ₹1.27 Lakh; Now Starts at ₹48.69 Lakh
Toyota Camry prices have increased by up to ₹1.27 lakh. The premium hybrid sedan now starts at ₹48.69 lakh, while the Platinum White Pearl version costs ₹48.89 lakh.
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Sep 162 min read


Electric CV Sales Surge 155% in 2026; Euler Motors Races to No. 2
Electric commercial vehicle registrations in India increased 155% to 23,540 units during January–August 2026. Tata Motors retained the lead, while Euler Motors climbed to second position with 4,637 registrations and a 20% market share.
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Sep 164 min read


Best-Selling MUVs in India – August 2026: Ertiga Leads with 43% Share, Rumion Posts Massive Growth
India’s top 10 MUVs recorded 42,654 dispatches in August 2026, up 7% YoY. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga led the market with 18,516 units and a 43.4% share, followed by Toyota Innova and Kia Carens + Clavis.
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Sep 163 min read


Mahindra XUV 7XO Secures 5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
The Mahindra XUV 7XO has secured five stars for adult and child occupant protection in Bharat NCAP crash tests. Here are its detailed safety scores.
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Sep 153 min read


Kia PV7 Electric Van Debuts With 9-Seat Layout and Over 460km Range
Kia has unveiled the PV7 electric van with Passenger and Cargo configurations, seating for up to nine occupants, two battery options and a claimed range exceeding 460km.
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Sep 155 min read


Petrol vs CNG vs Hybrid vs EV: Which Is Cheapest to Run in India as Crude Oil Crosses $100?
With crude oil above $100 a barrel, we compare petrol, CNG, strong hybrid and EV running costs in India. See which powertrain costs the least per kilometre and how monthly and annual expenses compare.
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Sep 156 min read


Best-Selling 7-Seater Cars in August 2026 – Ertiga Leads, Scorpio Surges 58%, Segment Grows 28%
India’s 7-seater passenger vehicle segment recorded 86,703 units in August 2026, growing 27.7% YoY. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga retained the top spot with 18,516 units, while Mahindra Scorpio surged 58.3% to 15,576 units.
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Sep 153 min read


BMW India May Hike Prices for Fourth Time in 2026 as Rupee Weakens and Input Costs Rise
BMW Group India is preparing for another price revision in 2026, potentially from October, as the luxury carmaker faces continued pressure from a weaker rupee, rising commodity prices and higher logistics costs. If implemented, this would be BMW’s fourth price increase in India this calendar year. BMW has already revised prices three times in 2026. The first increase of up to 3% came into effect in January, followed by hikes of up to 2% in April and another up to 2% from July
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Sep 144 min read


Hyundai Bayon Name Finalised for India-Bound SUV; Launch Expected Soon
Hyundai Motor India is preparing to expand its SUV portfolio with a new midsize offering, and Bayon name is confirmed production name for the upcoming model. The SUV, known internally by the codename Bc4i, has been undergoing testing in India for several months and is expected to be positioned below the Creta. Hyundai has officially confirmed that a Bayon will join its Indian portfolio during FY2026-27. The company's FY26 financial results stated that one of its two new SUV n
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Sep 144 min read


India-Made Maruti Jimny, Fronx and e Vitara Exports to Japan Cross 1 Lakh Units
Maruti Suzuki has crossed a significant export milestone, with cumulative shipments of the India-made Fronx, Jimny 5-door and e Vitara to Japan exceeding 1 lakh units. The milestone underlines the changing role of Maruti Suzuki’s Indian manufacturing operations within Suzuki’s global network. Japan, the home market of parent Suzuki Motor Corporation, has now emerged as Maruti Suzuki’s second-largest export destination, making the achievement particularly significant. The thre
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Sep 145 min read
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