Audi has announced a recall of select electric cars in India due to a potential issue with the braking system. The recall covers the Audi e-tron, Audi e-tron Sportback, Audi Q8 e-tron and Audi Q8 e-tron Sportback. These vehicles were manufactured between 2 February 2018 and 11 June 2024.As per the official information, a total…
Mercedes-Benz India today finally launched the new Mercedes-Benz CLA electric, priced from Rs 55 lakh (ex-showroom). By this, the new CLA EV is now the most affordable Mercedes-Benz you can buy in the Indian market. Pre-bookings for the EV are already underway; interested customers can book online or visit their nearest dealership. Mercedes says it…
Rocklink India has established an integrated recycling facility for lithium-ion batteries and rare earth magnets at the UPSIDC Industrial Area in Sikandrabad, Uttar Pradesh, marking its first such operation in the country. The plant is designed to process lithium-ion batteries, rare-earth magnets, and metal-bearing industrial waste, supporting efforts to strengthen domestic recovery of critical materials…
Maruti Suzuki India launched the second-generation Maruti Suzuki Baleno hatchback back in 2022, and now it’s due for a mid-life facelift. A camouflaged test mule of the updated Maruti Suzuki Baleno has been spotted on Indian roads, marking the first sighting of the upcoming facelift. Since the hatch is extensively covered, it’s hard to tell…
It’s no secret that electric scooters are the fastest-growing part of the EV space, but it’s also a segment that’s getting increasingly crowded. There’s everything from legacy OEMs to startups battling it out across multiple price points. The formula, however, appears to be the same. Big screens, impressive on-paper specs, and futuristic gimmicks. I recently…
High summer temperatures in India, often exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, can affect multiple vehicle components, impacting performance, durability and overall condition. Prolonged exposure to heat can strain the engine, reduce battery life, increase tyre risks and accelerate wear in both mechanical and interior parts. The engine and cooling system are among the most affected. High…
Tesla India today launched the new Tesla Model Y L Premium electric vehicle in the Indian market. The L stands for Long Wheelbase and comes with a six-seat configuration with captain seats for the middle row. This is also the first Model Y variant in India to be offered with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup. Interested…
Kia India recently launched the new 2026 Kia Syros in the Indian market. The MY 2026 model gets rejigged variants. The update basically makes things a bit more accessible by offering some features in lower variants, bringing in more affordable diesel-automatic options, and adding a few subtle design tweaks as well. The Kia Syros is…
Bajaj Auto has updated the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z with a new 350cc engine, and the change has been announced silently via its official website. While the mechanical update is significant, the asking price remains unchanged for now at Rs 1,93,900, ex-showroom. We expect the pricing to be revised given that a similar update was recently…
Hyundai Motor Company and TVS Motor Company have officially entered into a partnership to develop and manufacture electric three-wheelers for India. The two companies have signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to jointly work on electric three-wheeler (E3W) solutions tailored for Indian conditions, with plans to expand into other global markets as well. The idea…
