Indian Automobile Industry News & Updates - November 2025
Hyundai Tucson discontinued in India: Why Premium SUVs struggle against the Toyota Fortuner
Hyundai has officially discontinued the Tucson in India, signalling the challenges that mass-market automakers face in competing with the Toyota Fortuner in the premium SUV segment. Despite offering modern features, a powerful diesel engine, and advanced safety tech, the Tucson struggled to gain traction in a space where Toyota is dominant.
Launched in 2022, the fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson was priced between ₹27.7 lakh and ₹34.4 lakh (ex-showroom). It came with a 2.0-litre petrol engine producing 153 bhp and a 2.0-litre diesel motor delivering 183 bhp, paired with automatic gearboxes and an all-wheel-drive option for the diesel variant.
Honda Shine 100 DX review: Shines bright as a commuter
If you are looking at pulling the trigger on either one of the Shine 100 models, the DX would be our recommendation for three primary reasons. First, tubeless tyres are unquestionably easier to mend a puncture on. Second, the new fuel tank gives you more range and also looks and feels more substantial when you’re riding the bike. Last but not least, the uncluttered and well-laid-out digital display is a good upgrade over the base 100’s analogue dials in terms of the information shown.
5 luxury car features now offered on mass market models
Features that were once limited to high-end luxury models are now showing up in everyday, affordable cars, increasing our expectations from this segment. Some focus on safety, while others enhance passenger comfort more. Here are five such features that have now moved to mass-market models.
National capital braves chill, gasps for breath
The average AQI settled at 369 on Friday as compared to 377 on Thursday. However, pollution levels in several parts of the Capital remained dangerously high.
Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One Above: Top 3 reasons to think it the most VFM variant?
Mahindra XEV 9S is the latest electric SUV from the homegrown auto giant. Launched at a starting price of ₹19.95 lakh (ex-showroom), the Mahindra XEV 9S is available in four broad trim options - Pack One Above, Pack two Above, Pack Three and Pack Three Above. The XEV 9S, which is essentially the all-electric iteration of the Mahindra XUV700, will be available for test drivers from December 5. Bookings and deliveries for the SUV will commence from January 14 and January 23 next year, respectively.
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