Hyundai Motor India has updated its ICE models with new variants and features in the Venue, Verna, and Grand i10 Nios, ahead of launching the electrified Creta. Major upgrades include new trims with improved infotainment systems, sunroofs, and wireless connectivity. These enhancements add premium touches across their line-up.
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Royal Enfield is set to debut its electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6, under its new EV-only brand. Unveiled at EICMA 2024 and displayed in India, the C6 boasts a forged aluminum frame, advanced safety features, and a high-tech operating system. More details, including battery specs, will be revealed closer to its 2026 launch.
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​​​The Mercedes EQS 450 SUV is tailored for buyers who prioritize additional cabin space, particularly those who prefer being chauffeur-driven. Moving inside, it’s expected to get a Mercedes Hyperscreen setup comprising a fully digital 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 17.7-inch touchscreen infotainment with a 12.3-inch front passenger screen. Other expected features include dual 11.6-inch rear entertainment screens.
Three passengers narrowly escaped harm when their car plunged into a canal near Barkapur village in Uttar Pradesh. The incident, following GPS directions, occurred on the Bareilly-Pilibhit state highway. This highlights concerns about over-reliance on GPS systems, especially after a recent fatal accident linked to GPS navigation in Bareilly. Police are investigating the circumstances.
The new RS Q8 gets a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine that puts out 640hp of power and 850Nm of torque. The engine comes paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system and is capable of accelerating from 0-100kph in 3.6 seconds.
In terms of dimensions, the Syros measures 3,995mm in length, 1,800mm in width, 1,665mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2,550mm. This when compared to the Sonet, is 10mm wider, 55mm taller, and has a 50mm longer wheelbase. The boot space has also increased to 465 litres which is a significant improvement over the Sonet’s 385 litres.
The India-spec MG Cyberster will feature a 77kWh battery pack measuring just 110mm in thickness. It comes paired with dual oil-cooled electric motors - one on each axle producing a combined 510hp of power and 725Nm torque. It gets AWD and can sprint from 0-100kph in just 3.2 seconds. MG claims a maximum range of 580km on a single charge (CLTC cycle).
The India-spec MG Cyberster will feature a 77kWh battery pack measuring just 110mm in thickness. It comes paired with dual oil-cooled electric motors - one on each axle producing a combined 510hp of power and 725Nm torque. It gets AWD and can sprint from 0-100kph in just 3.2 seconds. MG claims a maximum range of 580km on a single charge (CLTC cycle).
MG Motor India is launching its first electric sports car, the Cyberster, in January 2025. Featuring electric scissor doors and a design inspired by the 1960s MG B Roadster, the Cyberster will be available in single and dual-motor configurations with ranges exceeding 440 km. The launch marks the debut of MG's premium retail channel, MG Select.