Author: Amit Prakash

The high temperatures of summer in India, often exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, can affect many vehicle components, affecting performance, durability and overall condition. Prolonged exposure to heat can stress the engine, reduce battery life, increase tire wear and tear and increase wear on both mechanical and internal parts. The engine and cooling system are most affected. High ambient temperatures reduce cooling efficiency, especially in stop-and-go traffic. Low or poor coolant increases the risk of overheating, while putting additional stress on components like the radiator, fans and hoses, potentially leading to breakdown.Battery performance may also degrade in hot conditions. Elevated temperatures…

Tesla India today launched the new Tesla Model YL premium electric vehicle in the Indian market. L stands for Long Wheelbase and it comes with a six-seat configuration with captain seats for the middle row. It is also the first Model Y variant to be offered with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup in India. Interested customers can book the car online or by visiting their nearest Tesla dealership, with deliveries expected to begin soon. In this article, let’s take a look at five things you need to know.priceFirst of all, talking about the price, the new Tesla Model YL is the…

Bajaj Auto has updated the Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z with a new 350cc engine, and the change has been announced quietly through its official website. Although the mechanical updates are significant, the price remains unchanged for now at Rs 1,93,900, ex-showroom. We expect the pricing to be revised as a similar update was done for the Dominar recently, which resulted in a significant price drop of around Rs 37,000.Bajaj Pulsar NS 400Z: What’s changed?The biggest update comes in the form of a new 349cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder motor. This unit produces 40 hp and 33.2 Nm of torque. Compared to the earlier…

Hyundai Motor Company and TVS Motor Company have officially partnered 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 to Indian conditions, with plans to expand to other global markets as well. The idea of ​​a jointly developed three-wheeler dates back to 2018, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the executive chairman of Hyundai Motor Group discussed the possibility at the India-Korea Business Forum. After several rounds of discussions, the plan has now been realized with the signing of a joint development…

The nature of the worldwide automobile industry in 2026 is projected to be dynamic, somewhat uneven and even complex. This can be seen from the list of ten major automobile producers around the world and how globalized and spread the process of producing automobiles is today. China remains firmly on top and is ahead of all others by a huge margin. The US and Japan remain the leading players in the industry, maintaining their production levels, yet falling some distance behind China in terms of output.Germany and South Korea still maintain their engineering reputations, while countries such as Mexico and…

This article is written by Vishal Kaul, CEO, Uno Minda Aftermarket.India’s automotive ecosystem is undergoing a significant transformation. As one of the world’s largest automotive markets, India is experiencing rapid change driven by rising vehicle ownership rates, increasing use of digital technologies and greater emphasis on road safety measures. According to ICRA, automotive aftermarket revenue was approximately Rs 99,500 crore in FY2025 and is expected to reach approximately Rs 1.55 lakh crore by FY2030, highlighting the opportunities and potential of the market. This evolution is significantly redefining consumer expectations. Vehicles are no longer seen merely as a means of transportation;…

India’s electric scooter sector is heating up with new launches pushing the boundaries of range and performance. The latest entrant, Simple Energy’s Simple Ultra, goes head-to-head with Ola Electric’s newly introduced S1 Here’s a look at how these two long-range electric scooters stack up in terms of price, range and performance.Simple Ultra vs Ola S1X+ e-scooter: Pricing Simple Ultra has been launched at a price of Rs 2.35 lakh ex-showroom. The scooter is already available for purchase, with test rides and deliveries underway in several cities. In contrast, the Ola S1 However, this price was only valid for a limited…

Volvo Car India has announced price revisions across its entire model range, with an increase of up to Rs 1 lakh, effective from May 1, 2026. The move follows a broader trend, where many brands that cater to the luxury and mass market segments have already implemented similar increases in recent weeks.According to the company, the price adjustment has become necessary due to disruptions in the global supply chain and fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. Volvo said the amendment is aimed at maintaining its product quality, safety standards and overall customer experience despite rising input costs. The carmaker also indicated…

India’s automotive and electric vehicle (EV) sector witnessed a steady but cautious start to 2026, with deal activity remaining selective despite improving investor confidence. According to Grant Thornton India’s latest DealTracker report, the industry recorded 35 deals worth US$745 million in the January-March quarter, largely in line with the 34 deals seen in Q4 2025. However, the absence of large cross-border and scale-driven transactions reduced the total deal value to US$837 million in the last quarter.There was no activity in the public markets, including IPOs or QIPs, during the quarter, indicating a more measured investment approach. The sharp decline in…

India’s automobile industry closed FY26 on a strong note, recording its highest ever annual sales across all segments. According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), total vehicle wholesales in the country stood at 2,82,65,519 units, 10.4 percent higher than the 2,56,09,399 units recorded in FY2025.What makes this performance significant is that each major segment passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers recorded record sales in the same financial year, which last happened in 2018-19. SIAM President Shailesh Chandra said the industry started the year at a modest pace, but eventually picked up momentum and closed FY26 at an…