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Mahindra & Mahindra has launched Mahindra Thar Rocks Star Edition in the Indian market. This new edition builds on the range-topping AX7L variant, which starts at Rs 16.85 lakh (ex-showroom), features a revised black-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 customers can book the SUV online or visit their nearest Mahindra dealership. Deliveries are expected to begin soon.2026 Skoda Kushaq Walk Around: Design and features in closer | TOI AutoThe Rocks Star Edition is available in three main variants: Petrol AT priced at…

Renault India is finally unveiling the new Renault Duster tomorrow i.e. on January 26, 2026. The new Renault Duster is set to re-establish one of the most renowned nameplates in India’s SUV landscape. Originally introduced in 2012, the Duster was the pioneer that reshaped India’s compact SUV segment, laying the foundation for it to become one of the fastest growing categories, now representing almost one-fourth of the country’s passenger vehicle market. The SUV will take on rivals like Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hayrider, Honda Elevate and others in the…

Yamaha Motor India has announced a voluntary recall for its 125 cc hybrid scooter range in India, which includes the Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid and RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid. The recall has been issued due to a possible issue related to the front brake system.According to the company, scooters manufactured between May 2, 2024 and September 3, 2025 are covered under this recall campaign. Yamaha has identified that the front brake caliper in some scooters may exhibit limited braking performance under specific operating conditions, which may compromise braking effectiveness.Yamaha has said that customer safety remains its top priority and has…

Renault India is all set to unveil the new Renault Duster SUV on January 26, 2026. The new Duster is set to re-establish one of the most renowned nameplates in India’s SUV landscape. Originally introduced in 2012, the Duster was the pioneer that reshaped India’s compact SUV segment, laying the foundation for it to become one of the fastest growing categories, now representing almost one-fourth of the country’s passenger vehicle market. Ahead of its official launch on Republic Day, here’s everything you need to know. 2026 Skoda Kushaq Walk Around: Design and features in closer | TOI Autorenault duster:Design changes…

The retro-style motorcycle segment in India has grown rapidly over the past few years. Today, buyers have a number of options to choose from, including the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and the recently launched Yamaha XSR 155. Although both have retro looks, on paper these are quite different motorcycles, especially when it comes to engine size and overall character. However, their overlapping price bands and modern-retro designs make them natural rivals for many buyers looking to shop in the Rs 1.5-2 lakh range. Here’s a quick look at how these models stack up against each other.Royal Enfield Hunter 350 vs…

Tata Motors has expanded its fleet-centric portfolio with the launch of the Express sedan in petrol and CNG variants, making it one of the most popular options in the commercial sedan segment to take on the Maruti Dezire Tour S. While both models are aimed squarely at fleets and taxi operators, they come at this sector with slightly different strengths. Here’s how the two compare in terms of price, powertrain and key features.Tata Express vs Maruti Dezire Tour S: PricingTata Meanwhile, the Maruti Dezire Tour S is priced at Rs 7.04 lakh, ex-showroom and goes up to more than Rs…

This article is written by Jyoti Malhotra, Managing Director. volvo car india.Road safety has long been a core responsibility of the automotive industry. For decades, progress was defined by solid innovations like seatbelts, stronger vehicle structures, and airbags. These advances radically improved survival rates in accidents and saved millions of lives around the world. They remain the foundation of vehicle safety even today.Yet the context in which mobility operates has changed significantly. Roads are more congested, traffic behavior is more complex and driver attention is increasingly divided. In this environment, security can no longer be limited to protection after an…

Swedish automaker Volvo Cars has revealed the new Volvo EX60 electric midsize SUV globally. It is the first vehicle based on the EV-specific SPA3 platform and is positioned as an electric alternative to the XC60. The EX60 will launch first in European markets before being introduced in the US at a later stage. The EX60 is also available in a Cross Country edition that adds 20 mm ground clearance, stainless-steel skid plate and matte-black body cladding. It gets an exclusive Frost Green exterior shade, a different interior theme and materials, Cross Country badging on the D-pillar and bumpers, and adaptive…

When Kia India launched the Sonet in 2020, the compact SUV segment was already filled with strong players like the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Maruti Suzuki Brezza. At the time, Kia itself was new to India, having entered the market only a year earlier with the Seltos. Many believed that the brand was late to an already busy party.The opportunity was clear. During the Covid period, the sub-4 meter SUV segment started to boom and within a few months, emerged as one of the fastest growing categories with the growth rate crossing 42 per cent. What Kia needed to…

To make the Tesla Model Y more attractive in India, the American carmaker has announced a new finance scheme that significantly reduces the monthly ownership cost. The company has now introduced EMI options starting at Rs 49,000 per month with a down payment of Rs 6 lakh.The Model Y is currently sold in India in two variants: rear-wheel drive and Long Range rear-wheel drive. Prices are Rs 59.89 lakh and Rs 67.89 lakh respectively, ex-showroom. Tesla reportedly sold 227 units in India last year from an initial batch of 300 vehicles. With the new financing plan, Tesla is attempting to…