Japanese carmaker Honda has officially confirmed plans to launch a new sub-4-metre SUV for the Indian market in 2028. This will mark the brand’s return to one of the country’s most competitive and fastest-growing vehicle segments. The upcoming SUV is expected to take on established rivals such as the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai…
The India-made Toyota Starlet, which is essentially the South African version of the Toyota Glanza, has received a zero-star safety rating in the latest Global NCAP crash tests under the Safer Cars for Africa programme. While the hatchback managed to secure three stars for child occupant protection, its adult occupant safety performance was shocking.Global NCAP…
VinFast has announced a major restructuring exercise involving its manufacturing business in Vietnam in a deal valued at around USD 530 million (approximately VND 13.3 trillion). The move is aimed at improving capital efficiency, reducing debt burden and helping the EV maker move faster towards profitability.As part of the restructuring, VinFast will separate its manufacturing…
A recent RTI response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revealed more details about how Bharat NCAP carries out crash tests and safety ratings in India. The RTI was filed in March 2026. It sought information about retests, crash test modifiers and how vehicles are selected for Bharat NCAP evaluations, a post…
Tata Motors has just launched the new Tata Altroz CNG with AMT gearbox in the Indian market. With this update, the Altroz becomes the only hatchback in its segment to offer an AMT gearbox paired with a CNG powertrain. Interested customers can book the Altroz CNG AMT online or at their nearest dealership. Deliveries are…
Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, has inaugurated Delhi’s first barrier-less toll plaza on the Urban Extension Road-II corridor. Located at Mundka-Bakkarwala, the new setup becomes the second barrier-less toll system in the country after Gujarat and marks a major shift in the way toll collection is carried out on Indian highways….
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India today launched the new and updated Honda NX500 with E-clutch technology. The bike is now priced at Rs 7.44 lakh (ex-showroom), interested customers can book the bike by visiting their nearest Honda BigWing dealerships across the country. Other than the latest update, the motorcycle remains unchanged. It continues with the…
Skoda Auto India has just launched the new 2026 Skoda Kodiaq SUV in the Indian market. The 2026 model features revisions aimed at enhancing the ownership experience, and Skoda has also significantly revised the Kodiaq’s pricing structure. Interested customers can book the new Kodiaq online or by visiting their nearest Skoda dealership. Deliveries are expected…
Skoda Auto India has finally launched the 2026 Skoda Kodiaq SUV in the Indian market, priced from Rs 36.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The overall design and mechanical setup remain unchanged, while the feature revisions aim to enhance the ownership experience. Skoda has also significantly revised the Kodiaq’s pricing structure. The entry-level Lounge trim is now more…
This article is authored by Bipul Chandra, MD, Ducati India.Under operation “Shakti”, India successfully tested five nuclear weapons at Pokhran on May 11th, 1998, marking the second time the country undertook successful testing since 1974. The test’s success was a proud moment for India’s scientists, engineers, and technicians. Since then, May 11th has been celebrated…
