Prime Minister Narendra Modi touched down in Tianjin on August 31 to attend the SCO Summit, marking his first visit to China in more than seven years. For his official travel within the country, he was driven in the Hongqi L5, the flagship state car that also serves as President Xi Jinping’s ride of choice….
Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO of Oben Electric. Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler startup Oben Electric recently debuted the new Sigma trim of its flagship motorcycle, the Rorr EV. The company says that this variant focuses on technology upgrades, safety, and customer-centric features. Speaking to TOI Auto, Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO of Oben Electric, said the…
Anant Badjatya, Chief Executive Officer, Indofast Energy. This article is authored by Anant Badjatya, CEO, Indofast Energy.India’s electric mobility sector is experiencing steady growth, supported by government schemes like FAME and PM E-Drive. As the nation works toward its target of 30% EV penetration by 2030, policy interventions that support sustainable transportation become increasingly important….
The FASTag Annual Pass, launched on August 15, 2025, by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), provides private vehicle owners a convenient prepaid toll option for travel on select National Highways (NH) and National Expressways (NE). For a one-time fee of Rs 3,000, users can make up to 200 toll-free trips in a year…
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is set to transform toll collection across India with the introduction of the Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF) tolling system. This cutting-edge technology will be implemented at 25 National Highway toll plazas, offering motorists a barrier-free, seamless travel experience as reported by official PIB reports. Designed to modernise…
Image Credit: IG/lanzantelimited. At this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed 2025, British automotive specialist Lanzante Limited stepped into new territory by unveiling its first hypercar to carry the firm’s own badge. Called the 95-59, the car is as much about heritage and design as it is about performance. Interestingly, it carries a logo featuring Lord…
Audi India has launched a new Assured Buyback Programme through its dealer partners, aiming to strengthen customer confidence and drive festive season demand. The initiative ensures buyers a clear and guaranteed resale value, addressing one of the biggest concerns of luxury car ownership: depreciation. Under the plan, customers are assured of receiving 60 per cent…
The Renault Kiger has always been pitched as a sub-4 meter compact SUV with big ambitions. Not just that, at its price tag the model also cuts several popular hatchbacks in India. The Kiger’s sales may not have lived up to Renault’s expectations, but that could soon change with the recent update. The car hasn’t…
Based on an interaction with Arpit Mahendra. At a time when the auto industry is rapidly evolving, Shell India is sharpening its focus on synthetic lubricants, sustainability, and new opportunities in the electric mobility ecosystem. In a recent interaction, Mansi Madan, SVP, Shell Lubricants APAC and India Country Chair, spoke about the company’s latest product…
Image Credit: X/thebetterindia Three mechanical engineering students from Surat have built an AI-enabled electric superbike prototype called Garuda. What makes the project stand out is not only its futuristic tech but also the fact that half of the bike has been built using scrap materials. Here’s a quick look at some key details. Garuda prototype…
