Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD is looking at the option of setting up local assembly operations in India, as rising demand for its cars runs up against strict import limits and supply constraints. As reported by Bloomberg, people familiar with the matter have indicated that the company is evaluating semi-knocked-down (SKD) or similar assembly routes […]
KTM 390 Adventure R launched: Price, specs, features & more
KTM has launched the much-anticipated 390 Adventure R in India. The model has been priced at Rs 3.77 lakh, ex-showroom, and sits between the 390 Adventure X and the standard 390 Adventure in KTM’s line-up. Here’s a quick look at what’s on offer. KTM 390 Adventure R: Key details Visually, it gets refreshed graphics and […]
Upcoming Royal Enfield Continental GT 750 spied: What to expect, details
Fresh spy images of the upcoming Royal Enfield Continental GT 750 have surfaced from overseas test runs. While earlier test mules spotted in India hinted at a more aggressive, fairing-equipped version, the version spotted now appears without a quarter fairing. Here’s what we know so far and what can be expected from this upcoming motorcycle. […]
Luxury carmakers react on India-EU FTA: No instant price cuts because…
India and the European Union have finally wrapped up talks on a long-pending Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The deal aims to bring down import duties on EU-made cars sharply, from as high as 110 per cent to as low as 10 per cent over time. However, luxury carmakers have said that customers should not expect […]
List of European cars set to become more affordable under the ‘mother of all deal’
India and the European Union have finalised a pact that sharply lowers import duties on completely built vehicles, bringing the levy down from 110 per cent to 10 per cent. India currently levies import duties on fully built cars ranging from 70 per cent to as high as 110 per cent. Under the new India-EU […]
Planning to buy Tata Sierra? Here’s what the base variant gives you
Tata Motors recently brought back the iconic Sierra nameplate, and the new-generation SUV now starts at Rs 11.49 lakh, ex-showroom. Positioned in the highly-contested midsize SUV segment, the reborn Sierra’s base-spec Smart+ trim packs in a long list of features. If you’re planning to buy the Tata Sierra and are considering the entry-level variant, here’s […]
Mahindra responds to BE 6 fire incident with clarification: Full explanation
Mahindra and Mahindra has issued an official clarification after a BE 6 electric SUV caught fire on the road, an incident that gained traction after a video circulated on social media. The footage, widely shared online over the past few days, raised questions about the safety of the newly introduced electric model and sparked extensive […]
India-EU Free Trade Agreement : India–EU FTA almost sealed: How much cheaper luxury cars could become |
India’s long-pending free trade agreement with the European Union is close to being announced, Reuters reported. This deal could bring significant relief for buyers of imported luxury cars. According to the report, the deal will see India sharply reduce import duties on cars from EU countries, a move that could make premium models from brands […]
Mahindra Thar Roxx Star edition on-road prices in top cities of India: Delhi, Mumbai and more
Mahindra and Mahindra recently launched the new Mahindra Thar Roxx Star edition in the Indian market. The new Star Edition is based on the top-of-the-line AX7L variant and features a revised blacked-out treatment for both the exterior and interior, while also bringing a new paint option to the Thar line-up with the Star Edition. Interested […]
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Tech Package launched: Price, features explained
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has introduced a new Tech Package for the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. The package is available across all variants of the Hyryder. As part of this package, the carmaker has introduced three Toyota genuine accessories to enhance the tech offered with the SUV. Here’s a quick look at the details. Toyota Urban Cruiser […]
