PM e-Drive vs FAME II: How Budget 2026 is prioritising India’s electric push
When Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget for 2026–27, electric vehicles may feature less through broad consumer subsidies and more through public transport spending.

Share of clean tech in passenger vehicles more than doubles in 3 years
Ravi Bhatia, president and director, Jato Dynamics, a market research firm, said: “The data clearly shows clean technology gaining share in the overall PV market. The combined share of clean tech grew from 12.8 per cent in 2022 to 28.3 per cent in 2025.”

Maruti Suzuki’s Rs 4,960 crore Gujarat expansion bet: Can this 1 million unit power move boost growth?
Maruti Suzuki India has received the board approval for the acquisition of land, which will be utilised for expanding its production capacity. The company will expand production at the Khoraj Industrial Estate from the Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation. The board’s nod for land acquisition for the same involves total investment aggregating to Rs 4,960 crore.

ELCINA to host fifteenth Source India – Electronics Supply Chain on February 10-11
Chennai: The Electronic Industries Association of India (ELCINA) will host the fifteenth Source India – Electronics Supply Chain 2026 on February 10-11 in Chennai.  The event brings together various members from the electronics value chain, including buyers, suppliers, OEMs, ODMs, EMS players, MSMEs, and global investors across the electronics manufacturing ecosystem.

Maruti Suzuki to invest Rs 4,960 crore in Gujarat land for capacity expansion
Maruti Suzuki Board approves ₹4,960 cr land acquisition for new plant in Gujarat
The Hindu Business Line

Black drives the thrill for car buyers, sees a surge in yearly sales
 

Tata Punch facelift 2026 launch today: Check expected price, variants, interior, exterior and more
Tata Punch 2026 facelift set to launch: 5 major confirmed upgrades for India’s highest selling micro-SUV
The Financial Express

Nissan expands Thierry Sabbagh’s role to include India in AMIEO leadership rejig
Nissan appoints Thierry Sabbagh as India president

Toyota expects government to finalise CAFE 3 notification soon
Expect final CAFE 3 notification soon; will help industry prepare: Toyota
Business Standard

Experience the bigger, bolder and progressive all-new Kia Seltos launched at Automotive Kia, Hyderabad; prices start at RS 10.99 lakhs

Etela Rajender, MP – Malkajgiri and Chennakesava, COO – Automotive Kia launching the all-new Kia Seltos at Automotive Kia showroom at Nagole Hyderabad Engineered for a new generation of SUV buyers, the all-new Kia Seltos elevates design, space, safety and technology to redefine the benchmark in the midsize SUV category • Commanding Presence: The beloved SUV returns with segment leading length at 4,460 mm, enhanced width at 1,830 mm and a longer wheelbase at 2,690 mm • Bold New Design: With Kia’s Opposites United design philosophy - new Kia Digital Tiger Face, Segment-first Automatic Streamline Door Handles, & Dynamic Welcome Function with Ice Cube LED Projector Headlamps • Next-Gen Digital Experience: Segment-best 75.18 cm (30-inch) Trinity Panoramic Display Panel and an immersive Premium Bose 8-speaker audio for a richer in-car engagement • New Platform: India-first global K3 platform delivering enhanced safety and driving refinement • Advanced Safety & Intelligent Drive: Equipped with ADAS Level 2 offering 21 autonomous features for advanced safety and control & a robust 24 Standard Safety Pack Hyderabad, India, 12 January 2026: Kia India today showcased its All-New Kia Seltos at Automotive Kia, Nagole, Hyderabad, offering customers the opportunity to experience the next-generation mid-SUV. Reinforcing Kia’s commitment to design leadership, advanced safety and progressive technology, the All-New Kia Seltos is being launched at a price starting ₹10.99 lakhs (ex-showroom).

JSW MG Windsor becomes highest selling EV in CY25
New Delhi: JSW MG Motor India has claimed that its model, ‘Windsor,’ was India’s number one selling electric vehicle (EV) of 2025, selling 46,735 units in the whole calendar year (CY). The MG Windsor became India’s number one selling EV through its strong appeal among families, with offerings such as bigger space, superior comfort and a feature-rich cabin, while delivering an exceptional driving experience, the company said.

Kia EV2 debuts as most affordable Kia electric SUV. Top 5 facts buyers must know
Kia has taken the wrap off its smallest and most affordable electric SUV till date. Christened as Kia EV2, the B-segment electric SUV is the South Korean carmaker's sixth born-electric model. The philosophy behind the development of Kia EV2 is to expand the brand's EV portfolio as well as grab a larger chunk of the global electric car market, with a product that is accessible to a wider range of consumers.

Tesla says ‘Namma Bengaluru’, to open fourth showroom in India: Here’s all you need to know
American electric vehicle giant Tesla is ramping up its footprint in India with plans to open its fourth showroom in Bengaluru, which is also regarded as the country’s technology hub. The announcement, made via an official post on X (formerly Twitter) by Tesla India, reads, “See you soon in Namma Bengaluru,” signalling an imminent launch in the coming weeks.

Rohit Sharma’s luxury garage will blow your mind: Rs 4.5 Cr Lamborghini, Tesla Model Y and more
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma is known for his cool head on the field, but when he’s off the clock, he’s all about high-speed luxury. The “Hitman” has put together a garage that’s just as impressive as his double centuries, ranging from record-breaking Italian super-SUVs to the latest electric tech. What makes his collection really stand out isn’t just the price tags, but the personal touches he adds to almost every car he owns.

TVS Supply Chain secures contract from Daimler India Commercial Vehicles to manage warehouse ops
TVS Supply Chain Solutions wins Daimler contract for end-to-end in-plant warehouse management
The Hindu Business Line

Tata vs Mahindra: New launches set stage for No.2 carmaker fight
New Delhi : The race for the second-largest carmaker is heating up, with Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra rolling out a spate of facelifts, upgrades and electric launches to outpace each other in 2026.

Review: Mahindra XUV 7XO takes the DaVinci code to the road
Mahindra’s XUV 7XO is more than just a name change and a few cosmetic touches to the XUV 700. The biggest change is to its suspension, which has dramatically improved the vehicle’s ride and handling, setting a new benchmark in its segment.

2026 KTM 390 Duke unveiled globally. Key facts buyers must know
KTM has officially uncovered the MY2026 iteration of the KTM 390 Duke in the international market. The popular naked streetfighter, in its new guise has received a few cosmetic updates, but mechanically remains unchanged. With the 2026 KTM 390 Duke already introduced in the global market, and India being a major market for the brand, the company is expected to launch it here soon. However, KTM is yet to reveal any timeframe of the launch of this updated 390 Duke in India.

Is it best time to buy a Kawasaki bike? You can save up to ₹2.50 lakh
Kawasaki India has announced new year offers for its entire motorcycle lineup in the country. The Japanese motorcycle giant is offering up to ₹2.50 lakh discount on its motorcycles, varying on different models, along with free accessories to ramp up the appeal of the models for the consumers. Introduced as a new year offer, these offers are available till January 31.

Reliance Industries says battery manufacturing plans on track
Reliance Industries said on Monday that ‍its plans for battery storage manufacturing remain ​unchanged, following a Bloomberg News ‌report that said the conglomerate had ​paused plans to make lithium-ion battery cells in India after failing to secure Chinese technology. “Reliance Industries strongly and categorically affirms that there has been no change in our plans ​for creating a world leading battery storage ⁠manufacturing ecosystem from Cell to containerised ESS (energy storage system) and that they are progressing well in ​line with ⁠our target timelines,” a company spokesperson said in an email to Reuters.

Four auto ancillary stocks in focus amid sector tailwinds
India’s auto sector entered 2026 with strong momentum, building on a solid 2025. According to industry data, auto retail sales reached 28.16 million units in 2025, a 7.7% year-on-year growth.

Ola Electric launches ‘Shakti’ home battery system
 

Maruti Suzuki joins hands with Indian Oil for vehicle service facilities at fuel retail outlets
Maruti Suzuki, Indian Oil tie up to set up service facilities at fuel stations
The Hindu Business Line

Chairperson, PNGRB Launches National Drive 2.0 for THINK Gas to accelerate PNG and CNG adoption
 

India powers past records as fuel exports hit historic high in 2025
 

Govt to add 7,000 EV charging stations
 

Centre targets 15-20 per cent improvement in Delhi AQI

The meeting, part of the Centre’s annual review mechanism, was attended by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Union Minister of State (EFCC) Kirti Vardhan Singh, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa and senior officials from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), the Delhi Government and allied agencies.

Pollution in NCR needs long-term policy, not quick fixes: Yadav
 

Zero Depreciation Vs Consumable cover- know the difference now!
New Delhi: Choosing the right add-ons can significantly affect how much you receive during a claim. For many car owners, the comparison between different covers becomes confusing, especially when repair bills start adding up.

Vinfast VF6, VF7 prices hiked by up to Rs 1.3 lakh
Vinfast India has revised the variant-wise prices of its VF6 and VF7, which were launched last September, as the EVs’ introductory price period has now concluded. The VF6 and the VF7 (the current flagship) have become expensive by up to Rs 1.3 lakh.

Most affordable cars with second row seat ventilation
Ventilated seats have become a popular and must-have feature in mass-market cars in recent times. After its presence was seen only in front row seats for a while, it has now made its way to the second row of seats to cater to chauffeur-driven customers. A feature once meant for luxury cars is now common to see on mass-market cars, and a great thing to have, especially during our harsh summer months. The following is a list of the most affordable cars with second-row seat ventilation. Interestingly, all the vehicles in this list comprise only SUVs.

10 most affordable cars with ventilated seats
Ventilated seats are among the most desirable features car buyers look for and are especially useful in the summer. Having ventilated seats in your hatchback, sedan, MPV or SUV can be advantageous in staying cool. Ten years ago, this feature was quite rare in the mass-market segment, with buyers needing to spend around Rs 30 lakh to get it. Today, however, there are plenty of SUVs and even an MPV available with ventilated seats, all priced under Rs 15 lakh. So, here are the 10 most affordable cars on sale in India with ventilated seats.

Ultraviolette showcases new technology at CES 2026
Ultraviolette attended the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at Las Vegas where it showcased a new “Violette” voice assistant.

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.

Rahil Pillarisetty, Soorya PM crowned 2025 INMRC champions
The 2025 MRF MMSC Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC) wrapped up, with the finale held at the Madras International Circuit on January 9-11. RACR’s Rahil Pillarisetty clinched the title in the headlining Pro-Stock 301-400cc Open class. This is his second national title, following his Novice class title back in 2017.

Tata Punch facelift: What to expect before launch tomorrow
Tata Motors unveiled the Punch facelift on January 5, with details regarding its trims following just a couple of days later. This is the first major update for the brand’s bestselling subcompact SUV, which made its debut in 2021. With the launch of the Punch facelift set for January 13, 2026, here is all that we know about this Tata so far.

Tata Harrier, Safari get discounts of up to Rs 75,000 in January 2026
Tata Motors is currently rolling out attractive benefits on the Harrier, Safari, Nexon, Punch, Altroz, Tiago, Tigor and Curvv. Depending on the model, prospective buyers can take advantage of cash discounts, exchange/scrappage benefits, and loyalty bonuses on a new Tata car this month.

Suzuki e-Access vs rivals: price, range and charging times compared
Suzuki has just announced pricing for its first electric scooter in our market, the much anticipated e-Access. We've compared it against rivals with comparable battery capacities to see how its range and charging times stack up in the competitive EV landscape. This includes the Bajaj Chetak 3001 (3.0kWh), Ather Rizta S (2.9kWh), TVS iQube (3.1kWh) and the Vida VX2 Plus (3.4kWh). 

Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 updated with slip/assist clutch
Royal Enfield has continued to trickle down the slip/assist clutch to more of its 350cc models and the latest one to receive it is the cool-looking Goan Classic 350. After this small update, the Goan Classic's price ranges between Rs 2.20 lakh - Rs 2.23 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Kia unveils GT versions of EV3, EV4 and EV5
Kia has revealed the EV3 GT crossover, the EV4 GT in fastback and hatchback forms and the EV5 GT SUV at the ongoing Brussels Motor Show. The GT versions of Kia’s EV portfolio bring in a dual-motor setup, more power and performance upgrades. These models will join the existing performance line-up, which already comprises the EV6 GT and EV9 GT.

Kawasaki Z650 duo available with discounts of up to Rs 27,000
Kawasaki India recently announced pretty substantial discounts on its Ninja and Versys family models, and now the company has done the same for its Z650 duo. Just like the discounts on the previously mentioned models, these are also valid only until January 31.

Hyundai Staria Electric revealed with up to 400 km range
Hyundai has revealed an electric version of its Staria MPV, and has confirmed that it is planned to go on sale in the UK and Europe. The new Staria Electric targets rivals such as the Kia PV5 and the Ford E-Tourneo Custom.

BMW India to launch 6 all-new cars this year
BMW Group India – which operates the BMW, Mini and BMW Motorrad brands – has aggressive launch plans across its four-wheeler range. While 10 new Mini cars have been confirmed for 2026, the BMW brand will also see 27 updates to its line-up, including six all-new cars, four facelifts and 17 product enhancements. “2026 is a very big year for us. We are launching 10 new products,” said Hardeep Singh Brar, president and CEO, BMW Group India. “When I say new products, six are absolutely new, which you don’t have today, and four will see major changes.”

Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus review: Honest to the core
A tough-as-nails, body-on-frame Mahindra SUV that can seat up to nine adults, uses the Scorpio’s diesel engine and has ‘Bolero’ in its name sounds like a recipe for sure-shot success. The vehicle in question is the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus, priced between Rs 10.77 lakh and Rs 11.80 lakh. This places it above the sub-4-metre Bolero Neo (Rs 8.49 lakh-Rs 10.49 lakh) and below the Scorpio Classic (Rs 12.98 lakh-Rs 16.70 lakh). But should you be interested in one?