The India-made Kia Sonet for the South African market has received a 1-star safety rating in the latest Global NCAP crash tests. The compact SUV scored 21.29 out of 34 points for adult protection and 28.57 out of 49 points for child protection, earning a 3-star rating for child safety.It is important to note that…
India’s passenger vehicle market saw strong momentum in May 2026, with several automakers posting healthy year-on-year growth. Leading the pack was Maruti Suzuki, which recorded its highest ever monthly sales, while companies like Tata Motors, Hyundai, Mahindra, Kia and Toyota also registered positive growth during the month. Car sales May 2026: How brands fared Maruti…
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…
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…
India’s passenger vehicle market started fiscal 2026 on a strong note, with several automakers reporting healthy year-on-year growth in April. Strong SUV demand, improving rural sentiment and growing interest in EVs played a key role, while brands like Hyundai and Kia posted their best performances in April. How did the key players perform? Car sale…
Kia India recently launched the new 2026 Kia Syros in the Indian market. The MY 2026 model gets rejigged variants. The update mainly makes things a bit more accessible by introducing some features to the lower variants, bringing in more affordable diesel automatic options, and adding some subtle design tweaks as well. The Kia Syros…
Kia India has launched the 2026 update for the Syros, introducing design tweaks, four new trims, and expanded automatic options, especially for the diesel variants. Prices now start at Rs 8.39 lakh. The refreshed model features revised bumpers, new color options, and retains its 30-inch display and extensive car features. Kia India has launched the…
VinFast India has recently launched the new VinFast VF MPV 7 Electric in the Indian market. Bookings for EV MPV have started. Interested customers can book the EV MPV online or by visiting their nearest dealership, and deliveries are expected to begin soon. The new VF MPV 7 comes with benefits including three years of…
Automatic diesel SUVs within a limited budget are no longer defined as compromising on performance, features or refinement. Improvements in engine options and automatic transmission technology have reshaped the segment, offering buyers more practical choices. Manufacturers are introducing models that are easier to drive in urban conditions and more efficient over time. Better tuning and…
Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast is all set to launch its new electric MPV, the VF MPV7, in India tomorrow. Ahead of its debut, the company has already started bookings for the model, customers can reserve it by paying a token amount of Rs 21,000. Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from…