Author: Amit Prakash

India’s electric two-wheeler sector is witnessing a new phase, with established Japanese manufacturers finally getting into the EV game. Honda and Suzuki, long known for their petrol-powered scooters, have now launched electric versions of their most famous models. Honda has already launched the Activa E, while Suzuki has recently revealed the prices of the e-Access. Here’s how the Suzuki E-Access and Honda Activa E compare on price, range and features.Suzuki E-Access vs Honda Activa E: Battery and rangeThe biggest difference between the two scooters is in their battery strategy. Honda Activa E: Uses a dual swappable battery setup, consisting of…

The central government is working on introducing vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication technology in India as part of its effort to improve road safety and reduce accidents. According to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, the system is expected to be operational by the end of 2026.V2V technology allows vehicles on the road to communicate directly with each other using short-range wireless signals. Unlike connected car features that rely on mobile networks or Internet connectivity, this system works independently of network coverage. This means vehicles can exchange information even in areas where mobile signals are weak or unavailable.Under the framework…

KTM has expanded its RC line-up with the launch of the new RC 160, bringing it head-to-head with the long-standing Yamaha R15 in the entry-level fully-faired segment. Take a quick look at how these motorcycles stack up against each other when it comes to engines, hardware and features.ktm rc 160 vs Yamaha R15: Engine Starting with the powertrain, the Yamaha R15 is powered by a 155 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine with a 4-stroke, SOHC and 4-valve setup. The engine produces around 18.4 hp and 14.2 Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.On the other hand, the KTM…

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has tightened safety norms for electric vehicles by making acoustic vehicle warning systems (AVAS) mandatory across a wide range of EVs. According to the new draft notification, new private and commercial electric vehicles will be required to be equipped with AVAS from October 1, 2026, while existing models will have time till October 1, 2027 to comply with the requirement.The updated rules now also include e-rickshaws and e-carts. In regulatory terms, MoRTH has added L5 and L7 vehicle categories to the earlier mandate, which included M and N category vehicles. The move aims…

Volkswagen has released a fresh teaser of its upcoming three-row SUV, the Tayron. The company will soon launch this model in India. The new SUV will sit above the Tiguan in the brand’s local line-up and is expected to be positioned as Volkswagen’s flagship family SUV for the market.The teaser gives a partial look at the design of the Teron, revealing a strong focus on lighting elements. At the front, the SUV gets a full-width LED light bar with an illuminated Volkswagen logo at the centre. A similar treatment is also seen at the rear in the new teaser, with…

KTM has expanded its supersport motorcycle range in India with the launch of the all-new KTM RC 160. The model has been priced at Rs 1.85 lakh, ex-showroom. The KTM RC 160 carries forward the sharp and aggressive design language seen on its bigger siblings, the RC 200 and RC 390. It is built around a lattice frame and has a full-faired body. At the front of the motorcycle, there is an LED headlamp flanked by boomerang-shaped LED DRLs on either side. The bike also gets an LCD instrument console with all-LED lighting for the headlamps, tail-lamps and indicators.Powering the…

Tata Motors has fully revealed the new 2026 Tata Punch ahead of its official launch on January 13, 2026. This is the first major facelift for the micro-SUV since its launch and brings a new exterior look, a refreshed interior, additional features and a new engine option. Pre-bookings are expected to begin soon, with customer deliveries likely to begin by the end of January 2026.Talking about the engine options first, the new Tata Punch is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 88 PS and 115 Nm of torque. In CNG guise, the same engine produces…

Mahindra & Mahindra has recently announced the launch of the new Mahindra XUV 3XO electric SUV in the Indian market. This new EV steps in as a replacement for the outgoing A 7.2kW charger is optionally available for an additional Rs 50,000. Bookings for the EV SUV are expected to begin soon and deliveries are scheduled to begin from February 23, 2026. The 3XO Electric is based on the ICE-powered 3XO and carries over the battery pack and electric motor from the XUV400. In doing so, it replaces the Mahindra XUV400 and now competes directly with the Tata Nexon EV.…

Mahindra & Mahindra today finally launched the new Mahindra XUV 7XO SUV in the Indian market, which is priced at Rs 13.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The new XUV 7XO is essentially the facelifted XUV 700 and is the next combustion-engine model from the brand to adopt the updated naming convention after the Test drive activities are scheduled to begin from January 8. Customers can book the car from January 14, and buyers who pre-registered for the AX7, AX7T and AX7L variants will be the first to receive their vehicles from that date. Meanwhile, deliveries for customers choosing the AX, AX3 and…