Volkswagen is set to utilise Xpeng’s autonomous driving technology, XNGP, into its upcoming electric vehicles for the Chinese market starting in 2026. The first model to feature this system will be a mid-size SUV jointly developed by Volkswagen and Xpeng, according to a report by CarNewsChina.Initially, Volkswagen’s local software division, Cariad China, was leading the…
Skoda Auto has officially commenced the bookings for the Octavia RS in India at a token amount of Rs 2.5 lakh. This marks the highly anticipated return of the Octavia RS, a model that first made waves in India back in 2004 as the country’s first turbo-petrol passenger car.The latest Octavia RS will be offered…
Starting November 15, 2025, the toll collection system on highways will see a major overhaul as the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is set to implement a revised fee structure across all National Highways. The update aims to boost the use of digital payments, reduce congestion at toll plazas, and promote transparency in toll…
The introduction of GST 2.0 and the onset of the festive season made September 2025 a crucial month for India’s car market. However, the results were a mixed bag. While some brands rode the tax relief and festive demand to record-breaking numbers, others faced pressure in their entry-level offerings. The overall market also saw a…
Mahindra and Mahindra has finally launched the new and updated 2025 Mahindra Thar facelift in the Indian market. Prices start from Rs 9.99 lakh for the 1.5-litre diesel RWD MT and go up to Rs 16.99 lakh for the 2.2-litre diesel 4×4 AT, complete price list below. The updated Thar brings not only a refreshed…
Citroen India has expanded its X-Series portfolio with the launch of the New Aircross X. This is the third model under the automaker’s 2.0 strategy in India, joining alongside the C3X and Basalt X. Here’s a quick look at what’s new. Citroen Aircross X: What’s changed Externally, the Aircross X retains the familiar SUV silhouette,…
Indian EV maker Omega Seiki Mobility has expanded its electric vehicle with the launch of Swayamgati: the world’s first commercially available autonomous electric three-wheeler. The passenger variant has been priced at Rs 4 lakh, while a cargo version will follow soon at Rs 4.15 lakh. Bookings for the vehicle have opened with immediate effect.The new…
Electric vehicles in India will soon be required to make more noise. Literally. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed rules that make it mandatory for all EVs, including passenger cars, buses, and trucks, to be fitted with Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems (AVAS) in the coming years.According to the draft notification, new EV…
The Citroen C3 Aircross has made a strong impression in the Bharat NCAP crash tests, becoming the second model from the brand to undergo evaluation alongside the Citroën Basalat Coupe SUV. The 5-seater SUV earned impressive scores for both adult and child occupant protection. The tested variant, the 1.2-litre turbo AT Max 5 seater, weighs…
The Octavia RS is set to make a comeback in India, and Skoda Auto India has now shared the first official teaser of the performance sedan. The car will arrive in limited numbers this year, with only 100 units allotted for the Indian market. All of them will be built in the Czech Republic.Bookings for…
