Govt bans ‘advance tipping’ on ride-hailing apps, mandates ‘female driver’ option for women
The Union government has cracked down on the advance tipping feature in the ride-hailing sector, effectively banning platforms like Uber, Ola, and Rapido from soliciting tips from passengers before a ride begins.

China starts issuing licenses to import rare earth magnets into India
Some of the companies on the list are Jay Ushin, Indian units of German automotive component maker Continental AG,  vendors of Mahindra, vendors of Maruti Suzuki, and suppliers of Honda Scooters and Motorcycles.

Centre may nearly double auto PLI outlay to ₹5,500 crore in FY27, but application window unlikely to reopen
New Delhi: The government is mulling a significant ramp-up in funding for its flagship auto manufacturing incentive, with the upcoming Union Budget likely to nearly double allocations for the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for automobiles and auto components to about ₹5,500 crore in FY27 from ₹2,800 crore this fiscal year, according to two people aware of the discussions. This will underscore policy continuity in India’s electric vehicle (EV)-led transition, even as disbursals trail targets and newer automakers remain excluded.

Top 5 upgrades that make 2026 Kia Seltos better than old Seltos
The 2026 Kia Seltos is all set to go on sale in India from January 2. The new generation Kia Seltos has already broke cover revealing everything, except the pricing. Kia has already opened booking for the SUV across the country. the new generation 2026 Kia Seltos comes with a significantly updated design, larger dimensions, and noticeable upgrades inside the cabin, as compared to the older version of Kia Seltos.

GST rate cuts lift auto stocks, but car dealers are left behind
New Delhi: GST rate cuts boosted sales at two-wheeler and car makers. This, in turn, helped fuel demand for auto companies' stocks, as Nifty Auto raced ahead by 8% over the last three months. However, one group in the automobile sector that is still wrestling with the authorities for back-payments and has seen feeble investor interest is car dealers.

Has Maruti Suzuki Ciaz really discontinued in India? Here’s the current status
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, the midsize sedan used to be sold through the Nexa retail network, despite being discontinued from Maruti Suzuki's product lineup, has again started making headlines. The Honda City and Hyundai Verna rivalling sedan has disappointingly scored just one star rating in Global NCAP crash test. This test result came as a bit of a surprise, since the automaker has already discontinued the Ciaz. However, there is still some unsold stock left with the dealers, considering the sluggish sales performance of the entire sedan segment.

Nissan India to hike car prices: Here’s when and by how much
Nissan India to hike car prices: Here’s when and by how much
The Times of India
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/auto/cars/nissan-india-to-hike-car-prices-heres-when-and-by-how-much/articleshow/126144671.cms

 

6 new electric cars to launch in India in 2026, Tata Sierra EV to Kia Syros EV
The Indian passenger vehicle market is gearing up for a major EV offensive in 2026. The electric cars launching in India will see multiple brands introducing new products in the segment. While Tata Motors will expand its EV fleet significantly, Maruti Suzuki will enter the segment with its first electric car. Toyota too is all set to launch its first pure EV in the Indian market, while Kia will also launch its new offering.

Top 5 reasons that helped Tata Nexon EV to cross 1 lakh sales milestone
Tata Nexon EV has become India's first electric car to surpass one lakh cumulative sales milestone. Since its launch in 2020, the Tata Nexon EV has sold more than one lakh units, playing a key role in the brand's total EV sales of more than 2.5 lakh units. Tata Motors currently holds the lion's share in the Indian electric passenger vehicle market, thanks to a wider variety of electric cars across different segments.

What makes Tata Avinya EV different? Key 5 facts we know so far
Tata Motors is gearing up for a major EV offensive in 2026. The homegrown auto giant is planning to launch the Tata Sierra EV, Punch EV facelift and the much awaited Tata Avinya EV as well. The Tata Avinya EV is one of the most awaited electric cars from the brand that was showcased multiple times in concept forms. Last showcased at the Auto Expo 2025, in form of the Avinya X concept, the EV is expected to come as a coupe SUV.

Luxury cars, jewellery top consumption choices for Ultra High Net-worth Individuals: Nuvama Report
 

Centre wraps up mega e-bus tender; PMI bags half of 10,900 buses
The Centre has concluded the country’s largest electric bus tender under the Prime Minister Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, with PMI Electro emerging as the biggest winner. The company secured nearly half of the 10,900 electric buses put up for bidding, winning orders for 5,210 buses, 

Indian commercial vehicle industry poised for upcycle as replacement demand builds: Nomura
New Delhi: The Indian medium and heavy commercial vehicle (M&HCV) industry appears to be entering the next upcycle, with industry volumes estimated to grow by around 8 per cent year-on-year in FY26 and 10 per cent in FY27, following a period of modest growth, according to a report by Nomura. The report highlighted that improving industry fundamentals are likely to support demand over the medium term. It added that rising freight rates, lower GST-led affordability and a high average age of trucks--currently estimated at around 10 years, are expected to drive replacement demand, particularly during FY27-28. It stated "M&HCV industry appears to be entering the next upcycle....... we believe these are still early stages of a CV upcycle".

How India's CV biggies missed the bus on a ₹10,900 crore tender
New Delhi : New-age electric bus manufacturers have stormed India’s biggest tender, picking up nearly 80% of the 10,900 e-buses on offer as part of the ₹10,900-crore PM E-Drive scheme, leaving legacy players with little to show for their efforts.

Private capital reshapes Chennai’s public bus services in three years: World Bank
Chennai: Many new buses, including electric, are now plying on the Chennai roads. This is thanks to a three-stage blueprint - Plan, Contract, Leverage Private Sector Partners - embedded in the Chennai City Partnership Program launched in 2022. This was supported by the World Bank Group and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. The approach created a bankable market for electric buses through structured contracts, said a World Bank blog.

Nuts and Bolts and Turnarounds – How Anish Shah transformed M&M
He is not the loudest man in the room. Nor is he given to grandstanding. But when the dust settles, the job is done—and done well. That, in many ways, captures Anish Shah, managing director and Group CEO of Mahindra & Mahindra: a leader who was handed a rare carte blanche to transform a storied conglomerate, and who has done so without diluting its core character.

Thinking outside the box - Wagon R

When it was launched in December 1999 — during the days of the sleek Esteem, Zen and Cielo — the Wagon R, powered by a 1,061-cc petrol engine, defied aerodynamic convention. It was tall, boxier than a box, and looked like a van — even its name had the word ‘wagon’ in it.

Open offer unlikely to lift Castrol India stock as premium remains modest
 

Top 5 commuter motorcycles launched in India in 2025
The commuter motorcycle segment is the driving force of the Indian two-wheeler market. In 2025, the segment witnessed the launch of some spectacular commuter motorcycles. Besides that, some manufacturers updated their exiting commuter motorcycles with revamped design and new features.

€800 mn buy, insolvency, inventory spike… Bajaj Auto readies big overhaul at KTM
New Delhi : Bajaj Auto Ltd is crafting a turnaround for KTM, its biggest acquisition, to boost profitability even as it loses market share in its home market.

KTM 160 Duke vs Yamaha MT 15 V2: Which one to pick?
KTM recently launched a new variant of the 160 Duke, which gets a TFT instrument cluster, instead of an LCD display. With this, the KTM 160 Duke has become more appealing for the consumers. This naked streetfighter is positioned in a segment that has been witnessing an increasing number of takers. Affordability, blended with bigger bike influenced sporty design and upmarket features, along with impressive performance delivering powertrain in the bikes in this segment have been fuelling the demand.

Kawasaki launches new Ninja 650 at ₹7.91 lakh. Top 5 changes
Kawasaki India has launched the MY2026 version of the Ninja 650, at a price tag of ₹7.91 lakh (ex-showroom). The new version of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 comes with updated E2 fuel compliant engine. The popular middleweight sports tourer motorcycle has become ₹14,000 costlier than the previous version of the model, with the new model year update.

Hero MotoCorp set to ride rural recovery, product momentum: Motilal Oswal
Hero MotoCorp Ltd is set to benefit from a sustained recovery in domestic two-wheeler demand, supported by improving rural sentiment and strong acceptance of recent product launches, according to a recent report Motilal Oswal.

Margins, valuation hurdles for Eicher Motors despite strong volume gains
 

India to start exporting semiconductors soon? Decoding New Delhi’s push for chip manufacturing
Talking about India’s plans to become a bigger player in the vital semiconductor space, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday emphasised that India will soon not only become self-reliant in the semiconductor industry but also begin exporting semiconductors.

BMW, Mercedes, Porsche’s new secret partner is an Indian auto component giant: Is it in your portfolio?
Samvardhana Motherson International, an Indian multinational manufacturer of automotive components, is making a massive move to dominate the luxury automotive supply chain. Through its subsidiary, Motherson Global Investments BV, the group has entered into an agreement to acquire a 100% in Nexans Autoelectric, a specialised German wiring harness manufacturer.

Mitsubishi Electric ramps up India play in power semiconductors
Japanese multinational Mitsubishi Electric Corporation is stepping up its focus on India as a growth market for power semiconductors, betting on rising domestic demand driven by electrification across transport, energy and industry.

Not MRF, not Apollo: The ‘skeleton’ stock inside every 2nd car in India
The next time you are cruising at 100 kmph on an Indian highway, remember this: the only thing keeping your tyres from flying off your flashy metal rims is a thin, invisible circle of high-tensile steel. Yes, it is a part of your car, but you cannot see it and you will never replace it.

Can battery scrap secure India’s rare earth future?
 

Reliance resumes Russian crude purchases for Jamnagar refinery after US waiver
 

‘Ends up getting infections’: Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari flags Delhi’s AQI, says ‘40% pollution produced by us’
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari stated that the transport sector contributes around 40% to emissions as he expressed his concerns related to Delhi’s pollution levels, news agency ANI reported. While addressing the launch of the book ‘My Idea of Nation First-Redefining Unalloyed Nationalism’ by Uday Mahurkar, Gadkari mentioned that he gets infections after staying in Delhi for two days due to the city’s poor air quality.

EVs help, but Delhi's air pollution problem needs more than adoption
The Delhi government’s decision to roll out a revamped electric-vehicle (EV) policy next year underlines both the progress made in clean mobility and the structural limits of relying on EV adoption alone to tackle air pollution. The city’s first EV policy, notified in 2020, set an ambitious target: 25 per cent of all new vehicle registrations to be electric by 2024. However, that goal was not met. While reports suggest that the EV uptake in the city has crossed 12 per cent, it has not translated into perceptible improvements in Delhi’s winter air quality. This points to challenges in design and implementation. The upcoming EV policy seeks to bridge some of these gaps by linking financial incentives with scrapping old vehicles, expanding neighbourhood-level charging infrastructure, and continuing road tax and registration fee waivers. Subsidies aimed at narrowing the price gap between petrol-diesel vehicles and electric alternatives, along with battery-swapping options, are expected to form the core of the new framework. This marks a shift from a narrow purchase-subsidy approach to a more systemic intervention.

Over 400 emission testing centres shut in Karnataka as hologram sticker supply stalls
 

Year-end 2025: How motor insurance evolved with EVs, add-ons, and PAYD

EVs move from niche to mainstream

New Kia Seltos: Pros and cons explained
While the official price announcement of the new Kia Seltos is expected in early 2026, bookings are already underway for it. The second-generation Seltos is not only larger than its predecessor but is also underpinned by Kia’s new K3 platform. With its review out of our way, it is time we look at this midsize SUV’s strong suits as well as a few chinks in its armour.

6 things to know about the Kawasaki KLX230
When the Kawasaki KLX230 was first launched in India, it was a CKD import and that had kept the price at a premium. Kawasaki now sells a localized model which is more affordable and here is all you need to know about it. 

Upcoming EV launches in 2026
We’re nearly at the end of 2025, and this year saw seven all-new electric cars join the Indian mass-market segments, from the full price list of the Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e to the arrival of Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Harrier EV, Vinfast’s VF6 and VF7, and the Kia Carens Clavis EV. Next year could bring at least nine all-new mass-market electric cars and two facelifts for EVs currently on sale. Read on to find out about all the EVs likely to launch in 2026, listed in order of their expected launch timelines.

Upcoming Volvo launches in India in 2026
Volvo is likely to launch two of its globally available EVs in India in 2026: the EX90 SUV and the ES90 sedan. In 2025, the flagship combustion-powered XC90 received a facelift, followed by the XC60 facelift and the EX30 e-SUV. Both upcoming EVs would serve as the flagship Volvo electric offerings in India.  

TVS Apache RTX 300: 3 reasons to buy and 2 not to
The TVS Apache RTX 300 marked TVS’s entry into the adventure touring segment with an all-new 299cc single-cylinder engine. Following an initial review up in the mountains, we got to carry out a full road test in Mumbai, revealing how this motorcycle performs in city traffic and on the highway. If you’re considering buying one, here are three positive points and a couple of drawbacks.

5 things to know before buying the Bajaj Pulsar 220
The Pulsar 220F is a revered name in the Indian motorcycling scene. It went on-sale back in 2009 and has been a runaway success since then. To not hamper the sales momentum, the brand hasn’t tinkered around with the original formula and only given it incremental updates. Here are a few things to know before buying the Pulsar 220F

5 things to know before buying the Bajaj Pulsar 150
The Pulsar 150 is the longest-running model in Bajaj’s Pulsar lineup, earning a loyal following for its blend of performance, practicality and everyday usability. Much like the 220F, the Pulsar 150 has recently been given a subtle update with refreshed colours and graphics, keeping its classic appeal while giving it a more contemporary look. Here are a few things to know before buying one.

Lamborghini Sant’Agata factory tour: Inside the raging bull's heart
The angular silhouette of Lamborghini’s headquarters rises from the Emilia-Romagna countryside like a fortress of speed. I am here for a visit to see how a supercar is built, but it feels more like a pilgrimage. This manufacturing plant in Sant’Agata Bolognese in Italy is not merely a car factory. It is a cathedral. Here, carbon fibre undergoes its rites of passage, and combustion becomes communion. This is the nerve centre of Automobili Lamborghini.

2025 JK Tyre Orange 4x4 Fury winners announced
The 10th edition of the JK Tyre Orange 4x4 Fury off-road challenge saw participation from several Indian teams, as well as international competitors from Thailand, Malaysia and Romania. Ujjal Namshum, Chethan Chengappa, Krishna Phani Dhanekula, Bhaskar Raju and Joi Basar emerged as the big winners after three gruelling days of competition.

Nissan to hike prices from January 2026
Nissan has announced that it will increase prices across its range by up to 3 percent from January 1, 2026. Currently, the Magnite is the only offering from Nissan in India. 

Upcoming Mercedes-Benz launches in India in 2026
Mercedes-Benz is expected to introduce two models for India in 2026, the CLA EV sedan and the G-Class Cabriolet. Both models could launch at different points during the year, with the CLA likely arriving in the first half and the G-Class Cabriolet possibly towards the end of 2026. Here are the details we know so far.

Mahindra XEV 9S vs XEV 9e performance comparison
Mahindra’s flagship EVs, the three-row XEV 9S SUV and the XEV 9e coupe-SUV, share the brand’s INGLO platform, and their respective range-topping variants have the same 79kWh battery and 286hp rear motor. We dig through our extensive performance data to see which electric SUV offers more real-world performance in terms of acceleration and braking with our exhaustive and accurate tests.

2026 Kawasaki Ninja 650 launched at Rs 7.91 lakh
Kawasaki has launched the 2026 model year Ninja 650, bringing the popular middleweight sports tourer up to date with E20 fuel compatibility standards.

2025 Mahindra Thar Roxx long term review, 19,000km report
From playing the role of a support car at our Off-road Day to doubling up as camera and luggage car at our NATRAX supercar club event to a family weekend trip and to a Mahindra Independence Day excursion, the Thar Roxx has been put to a wide variety of tasks, just as Mahindra intended. The Thar Roxx is indeed a hardcore off-roader with serious hardware like a low-range gearbox, but it’s also loaded with creature comforts like ventilated seats and a killer Harman/Kardon sound system.

Tata Harrier petrol vs diesel: Differences explained
For years, the Tata Harrier was exclusively a diesel proposition. That changed with the introduction of the 1.5-litre Hyperion turbo-GDI petrol engine – the same unit powering the Sierra, but tuned to deliver 10hp and 30Nm more in the Harrier. The midsize SUV’s petrol version also gets additional features over its diesel counterpart. Here are the key differences between the Harrier’s petrol and diesel variants.

Upcoming BMW launches in India in 2026
BMW has had an action-packed year in India in 2025 with several launches, such as the iX1 LWB, the new 2 Series Gran Coupe and the all-new X3. The German carmaker will be looking to maintain this momentum in 2026, and for that, it is expected to bring updates for a couple of its existing models – the iX SUV and the i5 sedan. Let’s take a closer look at what to expect from both.

Tata Safari petrol vs rivals: Specifications compared
After debuting in the Sierra, Tata’s 1.5-litre Hyperion turbo-petrol engine has also made its way to the bigger Safari with a slight bump in power and torque. While prices are awaited, Tata has revealed most of its specifications. So, how does the new petrol-powered Safari compare against its rivals, such as the Hyundai Alcazar, MG Hector Plus and Mahindra XUV700, all of which also come with a petrol powertrain? Let us find out.

Hyundai Motor to recall 51,587 vehicles in US over fire risk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Wednesday Hyundai Motor is recalling 51,587 vehicles in the United States because a short circuit in non-functioning ⁠trailer ⁠lights, caused by ⁠incorrect installation of the wiring ‍harness, could ‌increase the risk ​of fire.

Waymo vs. Tesla: The Scorecard Elon Musk Doesn’t Want You to See
Picture two tech giants racing to revolutionise transportation. In one corner, you have Tesla with its $1.5 trillion valuation and Elon Musk promising a robotaxi empire. In the other corner, Alphabet’s Waymo, quietly racking up millions of actual driverless rides.

Faulty Tesla electric doors, which led to 15 deaths, were approved by CEO Elon Musk for clean design, says report
An investigative report by Bloomberg has revealed a controversial take on Tesla’s electronic doors that has raised alarm bells all around the world. The report has revealed a disturbing safety trend, stating that at least 15 people have died in Tesla vehicles because the electronic doors failed to open following a crash, and Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, was given a warning about the faulty design.

Huawei’s Maextro S800 is outselling the Porsche Panamera in China’s luxury car market