Features wise, it gets an 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, LED DRLs with projector headlamps, LED taillights, automatic climate control, push-button start/stop, 15-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, connected car tech, 4.2-inch MID, TPMS, hill-start assist, six airbags, lane watch camera, sunroof, wireless charger, rear reading lamps, auto emergency braking system, adaptive Cruise Control and more.
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MG Motor India starts accepting pre-bookings for its premium CBU electric models, Cyberster and M9. Customers can book these models with a refundable token of Rs 51,000 at select dealerships and online. The Cyberster offers a range of 580 km with 510 hp, while the M9 offers a range of 430 km.
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Ultraviolette Automotive has introduced the Shockwave, an off-road electric motorcycle, priced at Rs 1.50 lakh for the first 1,000 customers. The bike features a 14.5 bhp motor, 4kWh battery, and boasts a range of 165 km. Weighing 125 kg, it accelerates from 0-60 km/h in 2.9 seconds. Deliveries begin in early 2026.
TVS Motor Company unveils the world's first CNG-powered scooter, the Jupiter 125 CNG, featuring a 124.8cc engine with a bi-fuel system. It offers impressive fuel efficiency and a combined range of 226 km, with a convenient switch between petrol and CNG modes.
The new Kia Syros features a completely new design and follows Kia’s global design language. It takes design inspiration from the Carnival, EV3 and EV9. The Syros features a boxy and upright design, with vertically stacked LED headlamps positioned at the edges of the bumper. The air intakes are integrated into the blacked-out lower portion, accented by a contrasting silver trim.
Hyundai is preparing to launch the Creta EV at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. The electric SUV will resemble the gasoline version but with EV-specific design tweaks. It's expected to have a 45-50 kWh battery, offering a range of up to 450 km. The Creta EV will compete with rivals like the Tata Curvv EV and MG ZS EV.
Honda has introduced the 2025 CBR650R in India with a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh. The updated model features a sharper design, a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, and is available in two new color schemes.
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Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor has acquired the first limited-edition Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 Night Series in India, priced at Rs 3.71 crore. This luxury SUV boasts a dual-tone paint job, a powerful 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, and high-end features including a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof, and a 13-speaker Burmester sound system.