Multi-tech pathway approach must for self reliance, achieve energy security goals: Toyota
New Delhi: There is a need to promote multiple green technologies in cars due to India's geographical diversity and in order to build self-reliance and achieve national energy security goals, amid emerging geopolitical situations leading to supply constraints, according to Toyota Kirloskar Motor. Stressing a multi-technology approach, the automaker believes that battery electric vehicles, hybrids, flex-fuel vehicles, and emerging technologies like hydrogen all have a role to play due to geographical diversity and consumer acceptance.

PMO push may open auto PLI doors to EV startups like Ather, Euler, and River
New Delhi: The Union ministry of heavy industries (MHI) is considering including electric vehicle (EV) startups in its flagship production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for automobile and auto component industry following a nudge from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), three people aware of the matter said.

India EV market hits 2.3 million sales in 2025, policy support, festive demand drive adoption
New Delhi [India]: India's electric vehicle (EV) market crossed a major milestone in 2025, with total EV sales reaching 2.3 million units, accounting for 8 per cent of all new vehicle registrations, according to the Annual Report: India EV Market 2025 prepared by the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) based on Vahan Portal data. The report released this week highlighted that EV adoption accelerated steadily through the year, supported by policy incentives and a sharp festive-led surge in the final quarter. India's broader automobile market recorded 28.2 million vehicle registrations in 2025, with two-wheelers remaining dominant, accounting for over 20 million units (72 per cent of total sales).

India’s EV retail rose 77% YoY dominated by SUVs
India’s electric passenger vehicle (EV) retail market grew 77% year-on-year in CY25, but the sharp growth was driven overwhelmingly by SUV-led portfolios, underlining how body style rather than fuel type alone is shaping EV adoption in the country. According to FADA retail data, total electric passenger vehicle sales rose to 1.77 lakh units in CY25, up from about 99.8 lakh units in CY24. The bulk of incremental volumes came from manufacturers with a strong presence in the SUV segment, while the others lost ground or saw muted growth.

Baba Kalyani says India should get out of services, become product nation
Baba Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Forge, said India needs to transition into a product-led economy while reducing its reliance on the services sector. He believes that the country must move away from a service-oriented mindset and focus on manufacturing products for both domestic and global markets.

India auto ancillary sector poised to benefit from demand upcycle, EV push: Report
Source Credit: ANI, The Tribune

Uber targets India's $13 billion corporate transportation market
 

Toyota Fortuner SUV range becomes costlier. Old and new pricelist compared
Toyota has increased the pricing of its passenger vehicles in India. With this, the Toyota Fortuner SUV range, one of the most popular big SUVs in the country, thanks to its power-packed performance, premiumness on offer and tough proposition, has also become costlier. The Toyota Fortuner has become costlier by up to ₹74,000.

Hatchback sales in India rebound as GST-led price cuts revive demand for small cars
New Delhi: Share of hatchbacks in India's car sales picked up in the past quarter, ending a slide that began during Covid, and industry experts said data from the next three months would indicate whether it is a sustainable turnaround.

Grand launch of Mahindra 'EV 9X' and 'XUV 7XO' at Seawoods Mall; bollywood actress Kashmera Shah graces the event
 

EV push to electrify market in 2026
The electric passenger vehicle market is set to move closer to the mainstream in 2026 as the country’s largest carmakers enter the segment and existing leaders widen their portfolios, building on the sharp expansion seen last year. Industry executives and analysts expect the year to mark a shift from early-adopter growth to wider customer acceptance, driven by a deeper model pipeline and more competitive pricing.

Vinfast VF 6 won 'Value for Money Car of the Year' at Autocar India awards 2026
 

Committed to all-electric future, GST 2.0 made mild-hybrid SUVs more compelling: Volvo Car India MD
New Delhi: Swedish luxury carmaker Volvo is committed to an all-electric future, clocking one EV out of every four cars sold in India, although GST 2.0 has made its mild-hybrid SUVs even more compelling for customers, according to a senior company official. The implementation of GST 2.0 has been a significant catalyst, and it has streamlined the luxury segment by rationalising the tax structure, Volvo Car India Managing Director Jyoti Malhotra told PTI in an emailed interview.

Union Budget 2026: BMW pitches for retaining 5 per cent GST on EVs in forthcoming Budget
Budget 2026: German luxury car maker BMW on Thursday pitched for retaining the current 5 per cent GST (Goods and Services Tax) on EVs in the forthcoming Union Budget, saying any further hike may be detrimental for the industry. Its electric car sales surged over 200 per cent in 2025, even as the overall car sales from its two brands -- BMW and MINI -- grew 14.4 per cent year-on-year to 18,001 units. The group said it also plans to launch 10 models, including six new ones and four with major changes this year.
"I think the government has done a fantastic job in terms of managing the overall economy and making sure that we don't drop below the 7 per cent mark, which is very crucial for the country.

How the Neue Klasse brings joy to driving
 

Top electric bus makers gear up for govt’s 6,230-bus mega tender
New Delhi: India’s top electric bus manufacturers are gearing up for the government’s next mega tender of 6,230 electric buses, cumulatively valued at over ₹6,000 crore, to be deployed across five cities—Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad and Hyderabad—according to tender documents released on 9 January.

The future is HERE
The software-defined vehicle (SDV) is no longer a futuristic buzzword, but a reality, driven by a convergence of location intelligence, high-performance computing, and conversational AI.

Tata Safari petrol: Sluggish start, solid finish
For the longest time, the Tata Safari has been synonymous with a diesel engine – after all, you need powerful diesel torque to pull this 2-tonne behemoth. But with the market shifting to petrol – even in heavy SUVs – Tata Motors has developed the new 1.5-litre Hyperion turbocharged engine.

India to manufacture 3 nanometre chips by 2032, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
 

Yamaha XSR 155 review: Old school cool, new school rules
In November 2025, Yamaha brought the XSR 155 to Indian shores, but more than the bike, it was the hype on the social media – about its design, engine, and pricing – that surprised me. After spending a week with this neo-retro motorcycle, I’m sure the hype was worth it.

Two-wheeler industry expects 6-9% growth in 2026 on GST cut, urban demand
 

Trump’s oil grab is a big problem for the OPEC cartel
 

US oil industry rebels at Trump’s $100 billion Venezuela pitch
 

Tech Talk: ‘Drop-in’ Fuels: Are they really a viable quick fix?
When the discussion around greenhouse gases from the transport sector really got going years ago, it was often said that the quickest way to reduce CO₂ emissions was not to change the powertrain technology, but the fuel.

TVS Orbiter Road Test, Review
TVS recently expanded its EV portfolio with the introduction of the Orbiter. It carries a competitive price tag and is positioned as a balance between practicality, connectivity and comfort. We find out how it performs in the real world. 

Starting Small with the Vida Dirt.E K3 kids electric bike
To say the Vida Dirt.E K3 falls well outside the box most motorcycles fit in is quite apt. Weighing just 22kg and barely coming up to my waist, it is a tiny thing. But to look at the K3 through the same lens as conventional motorcycles would be a mistake. Allow me to elaborate.

Simple One Gen 2 Review: Better, but not perfect
The Simple One that we got to experience for this ride was the top-spec variant with a 5kWh battery pack. The Simple One also gets a 4.5kWh option and the Simple One S is the entry level model with a 3.7kWh battery pack.

Royal Enfield Bullet 350: 3 reasons to buy and 2 to skip it
The Royal Enfield Bullet has been in continuous production for nearly a century, making it synonymous with the Royal Enfield brand itself. It was one of the last to be updated to the J-platform, sharing its mechanical components with the Classic 350. If you're considering the Bullet 350, here's what works in its favour and what might give you pause.

3 reasons to buy the River Indie and 2 to skip
The Indie is the sole offering from Bengaluru-based startup River. While it has a few strengths that tip the scales in its favour, there are also two reasons why you may want to consider other options.

New midsize SUV launches in 2026, Tata Sierra driven: Autocar India Jan issue
The headlining story of 2026’s first issue has details on all new midsize SUVs launching in India this year. Apart from this, we also have reviews of midsize SUVs like the Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, and much more. On the two-wheeler side, we’ve put the TVS Apache RTX 300 through our instrumented road test and ridden the much-awaited Yamaha XSR 155. F1 enthusiasts will be pleased to know that we have covered Norris’ first F1 championship win.

Tata Safari petrol: All you need to know
Tata Motors has now introduced its new Hyperion petrol engine, which debuted on the Sierra, in the Safari. The carmaker’s flagship ICE SUV, sold exclusively with a diesel engine since its 2021 launch, sees no exterior changes but gains a new variant with more features. Read on as we break down everything from the petrol Tata Safari's price list to its key rivals.

Skoda Slavia Monte Carlo long term review, 11,500km report
Take a wild guess... 10,000 kilometres on, what remains the most-discussed aspect of our Slavia? It’s the Tornado Red paint! The lustre, the intensity of colour, the reflective index – it really does grab eyeballs. What also helps; the near perfectly aligned ‘A Class’ surfaces and the high quality of the stamped body panels. And then what adds contrast are the shiny black roof and the blackened chrome bits like the grille, badges, alloys and mirrors. Only the Skoda badge up front is in chrome. Add in the Monte Carlo badge, and the Slavia looks special. Love the black mini spoiler and that mini faux diffuser at the rear.

Maruti Grand Vitara, Fronx, Baleno get up to Rs 1.3 lakh off in January 2026
Maruti Suzuki’s premium Nexa showrooms are offering discounts and benefits on the entire line-up this January, including the Ignis, Baleno, Ciaz, Fronx, Grand Vitara, XL6, Jimny and Invicto. The benefits include a mix of consumer offers, exchange or scrappage bonuses and corporate discounts. Benefits vary by variant, fuel type and drivetrain, with some of the highest savings available on strong-hybrid and IMT trims.

MG Windsor long term review, 11,000km report
It is not usual for me to pick an EV over a conventional internal combustion car from our long-term fleet. However, this time around, when the MG Windsor drove into our long-term garage, I was genuinely curious to see how this fully electric, part-MPV, part-hatchback would be to live with.

2026 Formula E: Cassidy, Citroen win Mexico City E Prix; Mahindra on podium
In only its second race in Formula E, Citroen has clinched its first race win in the all-electric world championship. Nick Cassidy executed a perfect Attack Mode strategy to gain 12 places and win the Mexico City E-Prix, ahead of Mahindra Racing’s Edoardo Mortara and Nissan’s Oliver Rowland.

Buying a used Hyundai Venue: what to look out for
GOOD FOR: Refined engines, easy to drive

Tata Harrier petrol: All you need to know
After being on sale since 2019 in a diesel-only avatar, Tata has finally launched the Harrier petrol in India. With this, the Harrier becomes the next Tata SUV to get the 1.5-litre Hyperion engine after the Sierra. It also gets some new features that are unavailable in the SUV's diesel version. If you are interested in the new Tata Harrier petrol, here’s everything you need to know about it.  

Opinion: Goodbye 400s, hello 350s!
2026 will mark the death of one of the greatest and most relevant performance motorcycle engines that India has ever seen. By the end of the first quarter, all the 373cc and 399cc motors in various KTM, Triumph and Bajaj bikes will be downsized to 350cc to comply with the new GST norms.

Me and my cars - Vinay Sukumaran
What are you driving / riding and why?

Volkswagen suffers more than rivals from auto industry woes amid global uncertainty
Perhaps no carmaker has been hit harder by shifting political winds in Washington and tumult in the global auto industry than Volkswagen. The German automaker's sales in the United States fell 20% in the last three months of 2025 because of tariffs, trade conflict and the withdrawal of incentives to promote electric vehicles.