Bajaj Auto aims to further expand its Chetak electric scooter model lineup with a new, more affordable variant. Ahead of its official arrival, a few of its images have leaked on the web. Painted in a Blue shade, the new Bajaj Chetak variant appears more or less similar to the existing Premium and Urbane variants. However, there are key differences such as steel wheels and drum brakes. In contrast, the Premium and Urbane variants come with alloy wheels and have disc brakes. The new, affordable model gets the conventional physical key slot and monochrome display instead of the coloured LCD. Unli ..read more

Get ready for two major product launches from India’s top OEMs in the next two weeks. Mahindra & Mahindra is all set to launch the XUV 3XO (XUV300 facelift) on 29th April, while Maruti Suzuki will announce prices of the new-generation Swift on 9th May 2024. Let’s devel into some key details of both the forthcoming models. Mahindra XUV 3XO The new Mahindra XUV 3XO subcompact SUV has already generated considerable buzz, thanks to a series of teaser videos revealing design details and interior features. In the latest teaser video, the carmaker has revealed that the SUV will promise an ARAI-c ..read more

The updated Jeep Wrangler SUV has finally made its way to the Indian market. Prices of the SUV model lineup start at Rs 67.65 lakh for the Unlimited variant and go all the way up to Rs 71.65 lakh for the Rubicon version. All mentioned prices are ex-showroom. Compared to its predecessor, the new 2024 Jeep Wrangle facelift is nearly Rs 5 lakh more expensive. Let’s take a look at what all has been changed in the SUV. The Unlimited variant is being offered in five colour options – Black, Bright White, Sarge Green, Firecracker Red and Granite Crystal. The Rubicon version, on the other hand, comes i ..read more

In February 2024, Renault and Nissan announced plans to launch six new locally produced models along with a new investment of Rs 5,300 crore in India. The alliance board also revealed that the upcoming models will have sister products under each brand with some overlap within the segment. However, these vehicles will differ in terms of design. The plan outlines the new-generation Renault Duster with both 5 and 7-seats configurations and an A-segment EV, based on the CMF-B and its electric version platform, respectively. This suggests that the alliance has planned four new ICE SUVs and two EVs ..read more

Mahindra & Mahindra has unfolded new details of the new XUV 3XO subcompact SUV that’s ready to debut on 29th April. This time around, the carmaker shared information about its interior features and performance figures. The latest teaser confirms that the new Mahindra XUV 3XO will come with a 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox, replacing the old AMT unit with the diesel motor. It’s claimed to deliver a fuel efficiency of 20.1kmpl. While the specific engine-gearbox combination providing this mileage has not been disclosed, it’s likely to be the new diesel-automatic combination. Read ..read more

Kia India currently offers four utility vehicles (UVs) in its product lineup, namely, Sonet, Seltos, Carens, and EV6. The South Korean automaker plans to sell 100,000 units of its highly popular Sonet subcompact and Seltos midsize SUVs in the current fiscal year. Additionally, Kia will launch the new Carnival MPV (available in 4/7/9-seater configurations) and the EV9 electric SUV (6/7-seater) in the second half of 2024. Here’re the key details of the upcoming Kia 7-seater UVs. 2024 Kia Carnival Facelift The updated Carnival will feature significant cosmetic changes and interior upgrades in In ..read more

Hyundai’s Creta facelift was one of the first and largest product launches from the South Korean automaker in India this year. The company is set to update other models in its lineup, including the three-row Alcazar SUV and the Tucson SUV. The 2024 Hyundai Alcazar, currently undergoing final testing, is expected to arrive in showrooms by May or June. The Hyundai Tucson facelift, which had its global debut in late 2023, is likely to launch in India in the second half of 2024. While the exact launch dates for both SUVs are yet to be announced, here are some key details about the upcoming Alcazar ..read more

Global NCAP has crash-tested the Mahindra Bolero Neo SUV, revealing disappointing safety results. The SUV received a 1-star rating for both adult and child occupant protection, being one of the first to be evaluated under the new Global NCAP protocols. The crash test indicated that the Bolero Neo’s structure and footwell area were unstable, providing poor protection for the driver’s feet and weak chest protection. The vehicle scored 20.26 out of a possible 34 points for adult occupant protection. Talking about the child occupant protection, the Bolero Neo displayed “acceptable dynamic performa ..read more

The latest set of Global NCAP crash tests has revealed that Honda Amaze subcompact sedan scored a 2-star safety rating for adult crash tests and 0 stars for child safety. The child safety rating was impacted by head contact in the frontal impact for both dummies, high loads on the chest and neck of the 3-year-old dummy, and an ejection risk for the 1.5-year-old dummy. The zero-star rating for child safety was further justified by the lack of three-point seat belts in all seating positions, the absence of a passenger airbag disconnect switch, and the failure of some child restraint systems (CRS ..read more

Kia Carens, the compact MPV from the South Korean automaker, underwent a recent round of Global NCAP crash tests, resulting in a 3-star rating for adult and child occupant protection. The model was tested under new protocols, demonstrating some improvements over the previous test, but still highlighting areas for concern. In the latest crash test, the Carens showed an improvement in its structure, but the driver’s neck values were rated as poor. Additionally, protection for the driver’s chest and the driver’s and passenger’s knees was marginal. Crash Test Video – Kia Carens This result to a z ..read more