One of two accessory packs offered with the fourth-generation Swift No mechanical changes The Maruti Swift Thrill Chaser accessory pack has been priced at Rs. 30,000. This is one of the two accessory packages that were announced with the four-generation hatchback when it was launched on 9 May. The other accessory package is the Racing Roadster pack also priced at Rs. 30,000. On the outside, the package comprises bits for the hood, doors, mirrors, bumpers, door visors and window frames. Inside, Maruti has fitted bits for the seats, doors, dashboard, centre console and even a special Thrill Ch ..read more

Based on the Sharp Pro variant Gets a new Evergreen exterior colour MG Motor India, to celebrate 100 years, has launched a special ‘100-Year Limited Edition’ of its entire range. Models including Comet, Astor, Hector, and the ZS EV get this limited-run special edition. Now, post its launch, the Hector, in this special trim has started reaching dealerships across the country. On the outside, all the models get the same Evergreen exterior paint paying tribute to the British racing lineage. Moreover, the cars get a dual-tone finish with a blacked-out roof, blacked-out alloy wheels, decals and ..read more

- First shown at the Auto Expo in 2023  - Production-ready model coming next year This will come across as good news for those who have been wanting to get a clear picture of the launch timeline for the Tata Sierra EV. The highly anticipated premium EV will go on sale in India during the second half of 2025. Besides the Sierra EV, Tata will launch two other models that we have been looking forward to seeing – the Curvv and the Altroz Racer. These two vehicles will be launched much sooner than the Sierra EV. More on that later. Tata Sierra EV Tata showcased the Sierra EV for the first time ..read more

New Swift prices in India start at Rs. 6.49 lakh Bookings underway for Rs. 11,000 Maruti Suzuki launched the fourth-gen Swift in India earlier this week, with prices starting at Rs. 6.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The deliveries of the updated hatchback, which rivals the Tata Tiago and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, are expected to begin soon. Maruti commenced bookings of the new-gen Swift on 1 May for Rs. 11,000, and now the automaker has confirmed that it has received 10,000 bookings for the refreshed car. This milestone has been achieved within 10 days of the commencement of bookings and less than a d ..read more

Complete Maruti range excluding Ciaz has CNG power Engine can be had with five-speed MT or five-speed AMT Maruti’s new 1.2-litre Z series petrol engine that debuted with the new Swift will get CNG power. This was an expected step given that every Maruti model, excluding the Ciaz, has CNG power. Maruti has extensively invested in alternate fuel and has stated many times in the past that its future line-up will be a mix of CNG, petrol, biogas, and electric power. In its petrol avatar, the engine produces 80bhp/100Nm and can be had with a five-speed MT/AMT. Its claim to fame is a mileage figur ..read more

New petrol and diesel variants Prices to start from Rs. 7.99 lakh Post the Mahindra XUV 3XO launch that was introduced at a very aggressive price point of Rs. 7.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Tata Motors is all set to challenge it by introducing new entry-level variants of the Nexon SUV. The popular compact SUV is all set to receive a new base-spec Smart (O) petrol variant priced at Rs. 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Meanwhile, the diesel-powered Nexon will also get two new entry-level variants, namely, Smart+ and Smart+ S, priced at Rs. 9.99 lakh and Rs. 10.59 lakh, respectively (all prices, ex-showroom ..read more

Introduction One of India’s most traditional pair of car rivals (now nearly 17 years of going up against each other) has now entered a new fight. The Maruti Swift got a generational update on 9 May while the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios got a major overhaul in mid-2023. How do these cars stack up against each other in these latest avatars, let’s find out! Design The Maruti Swift may have undergone a generational change but it looks very similar to the outgoing model. So in essence, you are looking at could be termed as a facelift for the design of the third-generation car. Of the two, the Nios looks ..read more

Life with a Renault Triber is a lot about learning to never settle. Its generosity and insightful approach towards a wholesome ownership experience elevates your expectations and then, you can simply never settle for anything else. This becomes evident from the instance you set foot into the Triber’s roomy cabin.Why would you settle for one screen when you can have two?! The Renault Triber gets you exactly that! First up, you get a clean and contemporary 7-inch TFT instrument cluster but then, you also get a neatly integrated 8-inch touchscreen MediaNAV Evolution display! Be it music, efficie ..read more

The Clavis was spotted testing in India and abroad Will rival the likes of the Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter Kia India has been testing the Clavis on global soil for a while now. Recent spy shots also revealed test mules of the model which continues to undergo public road tests. Now, Kia has registered a new trademark, and this could be for the India-spec Clavis. To be called the Kia Syros, this could go on to officially be the name of the Kia Clavis for the Indian market. The Clavis, a B-SUV, will compete against the likes of the Hyundai Exter and the Tata Punch once it arrives in India. No ..read more

To borrow powertrain from Nexon Will get a 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, and more Tata Motors is gearing up to launch a new entrant in the performance hatchback segment which is currently dominated by the Hyundai i20 N Line. The all-new Altroz Racer is scheduled to be launched in the country in the first half of June 2024. The Tata Altroz Racer was first showcased in India at the Auto Expo 2023. Since then, the model has been spied on on numerous occasions along with an official display at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo. Design-wise, the Altroz Racer will flaunt sporty elements adding ..read more