The Centre has cleared a proposal to strengthen electric vehicle infrastructure in Rajasthan, approving financial assistance of Rs 81.12 crore for the rollout of new charging stations across key cities and highways in the state. The plan, submitted by Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd, aims to make EV usage more practical and accessible for both…
India’s passenger vehicle market closed the fiscal year on a strong note, with most carmakers reporting healthy year-on-year growth in March 2026. Improved demand, strong SUV portfolios and rising interest in electric vehicles helped drive volumes across brands. Here’s a quick look at how the carmakers performed.At the top of the chart, Maruti Suzuki India…
German Automaker Mercedes-Benz has revealed the new 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV globally. Mercedes’ largest model has been updated with a fresh design, improved dynamics, a revamped interior and new tech. It now gets a flat-plane crankshaft V8, a triple-screen dashboard and a “cloud-based” suspension setup. The SUV will go on sale first in the US…
India has taken a major step towards cleaner mobility, with E20 petrol now becoming the standard fuel across the country from April 1, 2025. The new mandate requires petrol pumps nationwide to supply fuel blended with up to 20 percent ethanol.The directive, issued earlier by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, applies to all…
Mercedes-Benz India is all set to launch the new Mercedes-Benz CLA electric in the Indian market on April 24, 2026. The Pre-bookings have already begun since March 10; interested customers can book the EV online or by visiting their nearest dealership. The booking amount is set at Rs 1.50 lakh, and those who pre-book the…
JSW MG Motor India has taken a step towards expanding its SUV portfolio, with a design patent for the Starlight 560 filed in the country. The model, which is already sold internationally under the Wuling brand, is expected to arrive in India as a three-row SUV and could take on rivals like the Mahindra XUV…
Automatic SUVs have become more accessible, with carmakers offering automatic gearboxes in smaller and more affordable models. This shift has made them a practical option for buyers, particularly in urban traffic conditions. Entry-level and compact SUVs now combine convenience with usable features, space and ground clearance for daily use. Buyers can choose from different transmission…
TVS Motor Company has launched the updated 2026 Apache RTR 160 4V. As part of this update, the model gets a series of feature upgrades across its variants. Here’s a quick look at some of the key details. 2026 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V: What’s new One of the biggest highlights is the introduction of…
The cost of using the FASTag annual pass is set to go up from April 1, 2026, as the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) revises its pricing. The prepaid toll plan, which was introduced last year to simplify highway travel, will now cost Rs 3,075 annually, up by Rs 75 from its earlier price…
March 2026 saw multiple launches, facelifts and line-up revisions across segments in the Indian automotive market. Key introductions included updated midsize SUVs such as the Skoda Kushaq and Renault Duster, while models like the Hyundai Exter and Verna received mid-cycle updates. Manufacturers also revised variant offerings, with changes made to the Kia Sonet and Tata…
