AUTO
Maharashtra CM rides RE Classic 350, skips official car: Here’s why
to follow Prime Minister Narendra ModiMaharashtra Chief Minister appeals to reduce fuel consumption amid rising global oil prices Devendra Fadnavis Chose a different mode of transport for his official trip on Thursday. Instead of using his regular official convoy, Fadnavis rode a Royal Enfield Classic 350 motorcycle to Vidhan Bhavan.Pictures shared by Fadnavis on social…
Toyota Starlet GNCAP ;India-Made Toyota Starlet (Glanza) scores 0 stars in GNCAP! Details |
The India-made Toyota Starlet, which is essentially the South African version of the Toyota Glanza, has achieved a zero-star safety rating in the latest Global NCAP crash tests under the Safer Cars for Africa programme. While the hatchback managed to score three stars for child occupant protection, its adult safety performance was shocking.Global NCAP tested…
Demo supercar deal turns into FIR battle! Karnataka HC calls out RTO
What started as a purchase of a discounted supercar soon turned into a legal battle involving allegations of forgery, tax loss and FIRs, before the Karnataka High Court stepped in and questioned the conduct of an RTO officer while impounding the vehicle.According to court proceedings reported by the Economic Times, Rama, a resident of Bengaluru,…
VinFast divests mfg unit in $530M restructuring deal
VinFast has announced a major restructuring exercise involving its manufacturing business in Vietnam in a deal worth approximately US$530 million (approximately VND 13.3 trillion). The move aims to improve capital efficiency, reduce debt burden and help the EV maker move towards profitability faster.As part of the restructuring, VinFast will separate its manufacturing operations in Vietnam…
Kia Carens Clavis EV now gets BaaS option: Per KM cost, key details
Kia India has introduced a new Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) finance program for the Kia Carens Clavis EV. With this move, the automaker aims to lower the initial cost of buying an EV by separating the battery and vehicle financing into two separate loans.Under the new BaaS setup, buyers can buy the Carens Clavis EV with ownership…
Bharat NCAP re-tested multiple cars before announcing ratings, reveals RTI
A recent RTI response from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has revealed more details about how India NCAP conducts crash tests and safety ratings in India. RTI was filed in March 2026. A post by Team BHP reveals that it has asked for information on re-tests, crash test modifiers and how vehicles are…
PM Modi pushes EVs, orders 50% cut in convoy vehicles: Here’s why
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ordered a major reduction in the size of his official fleet while pushing for greater use of electric vehicles as part of a broader austerity and fuel-saving drive, PTI reported. Immediately after his address in Hyderabad, where he urged citizens to reduce fuel consumption, the strength of the Prime Minister’s…
Maruti Suzuki uses railways to move three million vehicles: Reasons explained
Maruti Suzuki India has crossed a major milestone by shipping more than three million vehicles through railways in India. While the success may not be directly related to sales or new launches, it highlights how the company is increasingly relying on rail transport to move cars across the country. Over the years, Maruti Suzuki has…
New Kia Seltos spied testing with possible Hybrid setup: Details
Kia India recently launched the new second generation Kia Seltos in the Indian market, bringing major updates in terms of design, features and underpinnings. However, despite the SUV’s relatively recent launch, the model has once again been spotted undergoing road tests, hinting at the possibility of a new powertrain option under development. The latest generation…