The rollout of stricter fuel efficiency rules for cars in India could be pushed back. The Centre may defer the implementation of the next phase of Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms, commonly referred to as CAFE 3.0, beyond April 2027.The issue has reached the highest levels, with the Prime Minister’s Office holding discussions with…
Lexus India has just launched the new Lexus ES 500e electric sedan in the Indian market, marking the brand’s entry into the EV space in the country. Alongside the electric 500e, the sedan will continue to be offered with a petrol-hybrid setup in the form of the 350h, with its pricing to be revealed at…
Renault India recently launched the new Duster SUV at an introductory price of Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom), with pre-bookings open online and at dealerships. However, even before the launch and price announcement of its strong hybrid version, the model has already been sold out for 2026, with the company confirming that bookings for deliveries scheduled…
Electric vehicles are slowly moving into the mainstream in India. With more options on sale, better driving range and a growing charging network, EVs are now a practical choice for many buyers. That said, buying an electric car is still different from picking a petrol or diesel model. A few key checks can make a…
Mini India today launched the new Mini Cooper S Victory edition in the Indian market. The sporty hatchback is priced at Rs 57.5 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be brought to India via the CBU route. The car will be available in limited units; interested customers can book it exclusively at their nearest Mini dealerships. Deliveries…
Japanese Automaker Lexus revealed the next-generation Lexus ES globally back in April 2025. And now, the luxury sedan will make its India debut tomorrow. In its eighth generation, the new Lexus ES features a completely new design, a new interior, additional features, added safety and much more. The new ES will be bought to India…
The Government of India has tightened rules around toll collection on national highways. Now, there’s a stricter system to deal with missed FASTag payments. Under the updated rules, a new term called “unpaid user fee” has been formally defined. This refers to a toll charge that remains unpaid even though a vehicle’s passage has been…
The Tata Sierra SUV has secured a full five stars in Bharat NCAP crash tests. The SUV scored 31.14 out of 32 for adult occupant protection and 44.73 out of 49 for child occupant safety. The tests were conducted on the Accomplished+ and Adventure+ diesel variants, with the resulting safety ratings applicable across all versions…
German Automaker BMW has revealed the new fully electric i3, positioned as the second model in its Neue Klasse lineup. It’s essentially the sedan counterpart to the iX3 SUV revealed last year and the i3 badge was also previously used on an electric hatchback sold from 2013 to 2022. This new iteration also serves as…
Kia India has updated its all-electric MPV, the Kia Carens Clavis EV, with more variants, new styling options and a fresh 6-seater configuration. The Model Year 2026 update brings notable changes in several departments including comfort, design and overall usability. Kia Carens Clavis EV: What’s new One of the biggest highlights of this update is…