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Maruti Suzuki’s UV Surge: Utility Vehicles Now Drive 62% of Growth
Maruti Suzuki India has reported a strong sales performance for September 2026, with utility vehicles emerging as the standout growth driver. The country's largest carmaker recorded total sales of 2,36,013 units during the month, marking a 24.4 percent increase compared to 1,89,665 units in September 2025. This growth was broad-based across domestic sales, exports, and…
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Tata Motors EV Sales Soar 67% in Q2: Can Momentum Sustain Post-FAME II?
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd has delivered its strongest quarterly performance yet, with Q2 FY27 marking a historic milestone for the company. The automaker reported total sales of 201,723 units across domestic and international markets, representing a 40% year-on-year increase from 144,397 units in Q2 FY26. This growth significantly outpaced the broader industry, which saw…
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Two-Wheeler Festive Pulse: Bajaj Exports Shine, Royal Enfield Grows 8%, Domestic Still Soft
The Indian two-wheeler industry is heading into the festive season with a clear split in momentum. Export markets are firing on all cylinders while domestic demand remains measured. August and September 2026 data from major manufacturers show that overseas shipments are now the primary growth engine for several players, even as local volumes grow at…
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Tata Aeris Launch Date Price Range and Key Features Confirmed
Tata Motors has officially launched the Aeris sub-4-metre sedan in India on September 25, 2026. The new model replaces the long-serving Tigor and arrives with a fresh design language, updated interior, and a long list of features. Positioned as a private buyer-focused offering, the Aeris carries introductory ex-showroom prices ranging from Rs 5.29 lakh to…
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October 2026 Launch Calendar: 3 New Cars Arriving in the First 10 Days : Full Details
October 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month for the Indian car market. Several manufacturers have lined up launches, but the first 10 days of the month will see three significant arrivals. These include a luxury sedan facelift from Mercedes-Maybach, a popular midsize SUV update from Honda, and a sedan refresh from Skoda.…
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Mercedes GLC EV Launch: Can India’s Charging Network Handle the Premium Electric SUV Wave?
Mercedes-Benz will launch the GLC Electric in India on November 4, 2026. The electric SUV will be assembled at the company's Chakan plant in Pune, making it the fastest global Mercedes model to arrive in India as a locally assembled vehicle just six months after European sales began. Bookings open in October. The India-spec GLC…
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Bengaluru Auto Brawl Viral: Fare Disputes, Ride Cancellations & the Need for Stronger Passenger Safety Norms
A video showing a Bengaluru auto-rickshaw driver and two women exchanging blows on a busy road has gone viral across social media platforms. The incident took place on Monday afternoon in the 3rd Sector of HSR Layout. A passerby recorded the confrontation which began as a verbal argument and quickly turned physical. Both the driver…
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Skoda Kylaq: How the Sub-4m SUV Became a Volume Driver with 75,000+ Sales in Record Time
Skoda Auto India's transformation in the Indian market has been powered by one model: the Kylaq. Launched as the brand's first sub-4-metre SUV, the Kylaq has quickly become the backbone of Skoda's volume strategy. In 2025, it accounted for over 62 percent of the brand's total sales, helping Skoda achieve its highest-ever annual sales figure…
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Kia EV5 vs Hyundai Creta EV vs Mahindra XUV.e8: Which Mid-Size Electric SUV Should You Wait For?
The Indian electric SUV space is heating up with three distinct mid-size contenders arriving from different corners of the automotive world. The Kia EV5 brings global e-GMP platform credentials with a boxy, practical design. The Hyundai Creta Electric leverages India's best-selling SUV nameplate with locally relevant packaging. The Mahindra XUV.e8 represents the homegrown brand's push…
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Why Car Prices Are Rising Again: Skoda’s 1.2% Hike Reflects Industry-Wide Input Cost Pressure
Car buyers in India are bracing for another round of price increases, with Skoda Auto India announcing a hike of up to 1.2% on its entire model range starting October 1, 2026. The company stated that the increase is being implemented to manage rising input costs and operational expenses, a challenge that has been affecting…
