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SW Combat PHEV India Debut (Dec 4): Can a Chinese Plug-In Hybrid Crack the Premium SUV Code?
JSW Motors is set to make its independent entry into the Indian passenger vehicle market on December 4, 2026, with the debut of the Combat plug-in hybrid SUV. The launch marks a significant milestone for the JSW Group as it establishes a standalone automotive brand separate from its existing partnership with MG Motor India. The…
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Tata Kuno EV vs MG Windsor EV: The 2027 Rivalry Already Taking Shape
Tata Motors is preparing a new contender for India's growing midsize electric SUV space. Internally codenamed Kuno, this upcoming electric SUV is expected to arrive between 2027 and 2028 with a clear target: the MG Windsor EV. The Windsor has already proven that Indian buyers value cabin space, comfort, and practicality in an electric family…
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Hyundai Ioniq P vs Tata Curvv.ev vs Mahindra BE 6: The Sub-₹20 Lakh EV Showdown Coming This Winter
The Indian electric SUV space is heating up just in time for winter. Three distinct contenders are vying for buyers who want long range, modern features, and coupe-SUV styling without crossing the ₹20 lakh threshold. Hyundai's upcoming Ioniq P, Tata's Curvv.ev, and Mahindra's BE 6 each take a different approach to the same brief. Here…
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Plug-in Hybrid SUVs Land in India: SW Combat, Denza Z9 GT & Mercedes GLC Electric Detailed
The Indian premium SUV space is set for a major shake-up in late 2026. Three high-profile electrified models are confirmed for launch within weeks of each other. JSW Motors will introduce the Combat plug-in hybrid SUV, BYD's luxury brand Denza will debut with the Z9 GT, and Mercedes-Benz will roll out the locally assembled GLC…
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Tata’s 2026 EV Armada: Safari EV, Avinya X & Next-Gen Nexon EV Compared
Tata Motors is preparing its strongest electric vehicle lineup yet for the Indian market. By late 2026 and into 2027, the company plans to launch three major electric SUVs that will cover very different buyer segments. The Tata Safari EV will arrive first as a family-focused seven-seater with serious off-road ability. The Tata Avinya X…
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5 Electrified Cars Launching Before 2026 Ends: Mercedes GLC Electric, Denza, Toyota Innova Hycross Facelift & More
November 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark month for the Indian automotive market. Four major launches are confirmed across the luxury electric SUV, ultra-premium electric shooting brake, hybrid MPV and premium electric hatchback segments. A fifth model, the Denza D9 luxury electric MPV, is also expected to arrive alongside its shooting brake sibling.…
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Kia India Posts Record 33,462 Sales in October: Hybrid & EV Strategy Drives Growth
Kia India has achieved its highest-ever monthly wholesale dispatches since entering the Indian market. The automaker sold 33,462 units in October 2026, marking a 13.22 percent year-on-year increase over the 29,556 units sold in the same month last year. This performance also surpasses the previous monthly record of 32,017 units set just a month earlier…
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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…
