Author: Amit Prakash

Volkswagen India has announced the start of local assembly for the upcoming Volkswagen Teron R-Line SUV. In line with the plan to launch the SUV in the first quarter of 2026, assembly work is underway at the company’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar plant. The new Teron will serve as the brand’s top-tier offering in India, slotting above the Tiguan R-Line. It will be offered in a seven-seat layout and marks the brand’s return to the premium three-row SUV segment after the discontinuation of the Tiguan AllSpace.Talking about the engine first, the Teron is expected to be powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder, turbo…

AI-generated image for representational purposes. If you’re planning to sell your vehicle or move it to another state, a new government rule could put those plans on hold if toll fees associated with your vehicle remain unpaid. The Center has tightened the rules for toll payment on national highways. The amendment makes it mandatory to clear any pending toll dues before completing the vehicle related procedures. Under these changes, a clear definition of “unpaid user fee” has been added, which refers to toll charges that have not been paid despite the electronic toll collection (ETC) system recording the vehicle using…

Skoda Auto India has recently revealed the much-awaited Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV in the Indian market. Prices are expected to be announced in February and deliveries are scheduled to begin in March 2026. Pre-booking is already going on. Interested customers can book the new Kushaq online or by visiting the nearest dealership. This is the first facelift of the Kushaq since its launch in 2021 and it includes cosmetic changes to the exterior, a revised interior with additional features and more. In this article, let’s take a look at the changes and upgrades the new Kushaq brings compared to the…

Hero MotoCorp is preparing to expand its electric two-wheeler portfolio, this time with an electric motorcycle under its EV subsidiary Vida. Co-developed with Zero Motorcycles, the Vida VXZ was first showcased at the EICMA 2025 in Milan last year. Now, the company has filed a design patent for this model in India, hinting at its launch. Hero Vida VXZ E-motorcycle: everything you need to knowAs per the patented design, the Vida VXZ adopts a sporty streetfighter-inspired stance with a strong mass-forward look. The motorcycle has a forward sloping seat. The front portion has sharp tank extensions, with the tank-like structure…

Audi is all set to expand the lineup of teams in the upcoming Formula 1 2026 season as the carmaker has finally debuted the Audi Revolut F1 team with its Audi R26 racecar. For the 2026 Formula 1 season, the Audi Revolut F1 Team will field Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoletto as their race drivers, with Jonathan Wheatley appointed as team principal. The German manufacturer has taken over the Sauber organization and will enter Formula 1 as a full works team for the first time in 2026.Audi R6 F1 race car debut: key details Talking about the Audi R26 race…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has entered the mass-market electric car sector with the unveiling of the urban cruiser Abella. Developed as a badge-engineered model, the electric SUV shares most of its underpinnings and layout with the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara. Although prices are yet to be announced, bookings are now open at Toyota dealerships for a token amount of Rs 25,000. Toyota is also offering an 8-year battery warranty, 60 percent assured buyback program and Battery-as-a-Service option. Take a closer look at what the new electric SUV brings to the table.toyota urban cruiser abella: design In terms of design, the urban cruiser…

Skoda Auto India today finally unveiled the 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV in the Indian market. The new Kushaq is offered in five variants: Classic Plus, Signature, Sportline, Prestige and Monte Carlo. This is the first facelift for the Kushaq since its launch in 2021 and includes cosmetic changes to the exterior, a revised interior with additional features and more. Pre-booking for the new SUV will begin from today, interested customers can book the new Kushaq online or by visiting the nearest dealership. Prices are expected to be announced in February – and deliveries are scheduled to begin in March…

Skoda India has recently launched the new and updated Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV in the Indian market. Pre-booking of the SUV has already started. Interested customers can book the new Kushaq online or by visiting the nearest dealership. Prices are expected to be announced in February – and deliveries are scheduled to begin in March 2026. This is the first facelift for the Kushaq since its launch in 2021 and includes cosmetic changes to the exterior, a revised interior with additional features and more. In this article, let’s take a look at the top five things you need to know.…

Volkswagen India has quietly discontinued the manual transmission option from the 1.5-litre engine variants of the Virtus sedan and Taigun SUV. Earlier, buyers could choose between a manual gearbox and a 7-speed DSG automatic with the larger 1.5 TSI engine. Now with the manual option gone, automatic transmission is the only option available. Now buyers who prefer a manual transmission will need to opt for the smaller 1.0-litre TSI petrol engine, as it is the only variant in the line-up to offer a manual gearbox. This small engine also has the option of a 6-speed torque converter automatic.The 1.5-litre turbo-petrol…

Skoda Auto India is all set to unveil the new 2026 Skoda Kushaq SUV in the Indian market tomorrow i.e. on January 20, 2026. This is the first facelift for the Kushaq since its debut in 2021 and is expected to include cosmetic changes to the exterior, a revised interior with additional features and more. With stiff competition from upcoming models like Tata Sierra, Maruti Victoris and Kia Seltos, Skoda’s decision to update the Kushaq comes at a crucial time. Ahead of its official unveiling tomorrow, here’s what you can expect from the refreshed SUV.design The company has released two…