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Festive Season Sales Decoded: Why Two-Wheelers Are Beating Passenger Vehicles
The festive season has always been a critical period for India's automobile industry. Recent data from multiple sources shows a clear pattern emerging: two-wheelers are consistently outperforming passenger vehicles during this crucial sales window. From Navratri to Diwali and the subsequent wedding season, motorcycles and scooters are posting stronger growth numbers while car sales face…
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Hyundai Bayon Launches Today: Live Price Reveal, Variants & First Look
Hyundai Motor India is set to launch the Bayon SUV today, October 26, 2026. The new model slots between the Venue and the Creta in the company's SUV lineup. Bookings are already open for a token amount of Rs 11,000 through the official website and authorised dealerships. Deliveries are expected to begin during the festive…
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Rear Crash Tests from 2029, Immobilisers Mandatory from 2027: How MoRTH’s Phased Rules Change Vehicle Engineering
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has notified a comprehensive set of vehicle safety regulations that will roll out in phases from October 2027 to October 2032. Notification S.O. 5723(E), dated 19 October 2026 and published in the Gazette of India on 21 October 2026, introduces tougher crash-test requirements, mandatory anti-theft immobilisers, enhanced pedestrian…
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Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric India Launch Timeline Expected Specifications
Mercedes-Benz India is preparing to expand its electric portfolio with the GLC Electric, which will make its India debut on November 4, 2026. The luxury electric SUV has already generated strong interest, recording more than 650 expressions of interest within just 36 hours of registrations opening on October 5. The GLC 400 4MATIC will be…
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JSW Motors–Chery iCar V23: New Chinese-Indian JV Electric SUV Spotted Testing
A heavily camouflaged electric SUV based on the Chery iCar V23 has been spotted testing on Indian roads, confirming that the JSW Motors–Chery joint venture is moving ahead with its product plans. The test mule was photographed during early development runs and shows the boxy, upright silhouette that defines the global model. This will be…
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Hyundai Ioniq 1 EV India Debut Targeted for January 2027: What We Know So Far
Hyundai has officially confirmed a new compact electric SUV for the Indian market as part of its expanding product offensive. Codenamed HE1i and expected to carry the Ioniq 1 nameplate, this electric vehicle is targeting a debut in January 2027. The announcement comes from a detailed report published on October 23, 2026, which outlines the…
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India’s New Car Safety Norms 2027: Crash Tests, Immobilisers & Pedestrian Protection Explained
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has notified a comprehensive set of vehicle safety regulations that will reshape how cars are designed and tested in India. The final notification, dated October 19, 2026, introduces revised crash-test requirements, mandatory anti-theft devices, enhanced pedestrian protection and new standards for event data recording. These changes will roll…
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Automatic Emergency Braking Mandatory from 2030: Government Safety Push Explained for Car Buyers
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has taken a major step toward safer roads in India. A draft notification dated October 19, 2026 proposes making Advanced Emergency Braking Systems mandatory for all new passenger car models from October 1, 2030. For models already in production before that date, the requirement kicks in from October…
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Ultraviolette Venom Launched at ₹2.6 Lakh: Bookings Open, Europe Expansion & New Hosur Factory Planned
Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette Automotive has launched the X-47 Venom electric motorcycle in India at an introductory price of ₹2.65 lakh ex-showroom. This is the first model built on the company's new VX-100 platform that uses a 100-volt high-voltage architecture. The launch marks a significant step for the brand as it prepares for European expansion with a…
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Toyota Fortuner 2027: Next-Gen Global Debut Set for December 1 – What India Can Expect
Toyota has locked in the global debut date for the next-generation Fortuner. The full-size SUV will break cover on December 1, 2026, with a market launch in India expected sometime in 2027. The confirmation comes from CarMag South Africa, which cited an official statement from Toyota South Africa. While Toyota India has not yet announced…
