Honda Cars India’s full vehicle lineup is now E20-compliant, capable of operating on 20 percent ethanol-blended petrol. This certification includes Honda Elevate, City, City e:HEV, and Amaze models, supporting the Indian government’s push for cleaner fuels. Honda has ensured since 2009 that its cars can run on E20 fuel without modification.
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It’s powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, NA petrol engine which puts out 81.6 PS of power and 111.7 Nm torque. In CNG mode, the same engine produces 69.7 PS of power and 101.8 Nm torque. It’s offered only with a 5-speed manual gearbox and has claimed fuel efficiency of 26.06 kmpl in petrol and 34.30 kmpl in CNG.
Triumph and Bajaj Auto are set to expand their lineup with a new cafe racer, potentially called the Thruxton 400. Built on the Speed 400’s platform, it features a retro design with a curved rear cowl and round headlight. The motorcycle shares its 398cc engine with the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X. An official unveiling may be imminent.
Osamu Suzuki, who played a pivotal role in Suzuki Motor's rise, has died at age 94. He led the company for over four decades, including forging crucial partnerships and launching successful models. Suzuki's significant gamble on India led to the Maruti 800's success, cementing Maruti Suzuki's market dominance today.
Mahindra will open bookings for its newly launched electric SUVs, the XEV 9e and BE 6, on February 14, 2025. The BE 6 starts at Rs 18.90 lakh, while the XEV 9e has a base price of Rs 21.90 lakh. Deliveries will begin in mid-March 2025.
TVS Motor Company has introduced the King EV Max, an electric three-wheeler, in India at Rs 2.95 lakh. It's available in select regions and offers a 179 km range on a full charge. Powered by a 9.2 kWh battery, it features three driving modes and TVS SmartXonnectâ„¢ technology for real-time navigation and diagnostics.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has launched the updated 2025 Hornet 2.0, priced at Rs 1,56,953 (ex-showroom). The bike now includes an all-LED lighting system, a 4.2-inch TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, dual channel ABS, and traction control. It features a 184.40cc engine delivering 16.7 hp and 15.7 Nm of torque.
TVS Motor Company revealed the 2025 Ronin at MotoSoul 2024 in Goa. Launching in January 2025, the updated motorcycle features new Glacier Silver and Charcoal Ember color options. The mid-spec DS variant now includes dual-channel ABS. Test rides begin next month. Mechanically, the Ronin retains its 225.9cc engine and 5-speed gearbox.
Maruti Suzuki has increased prices for the latest-generation Dzire, with the hike ranging up to Rs 10,000 depending on the variant. The popular subcompact sedan is now priced between Rs 6.84 lakh and Rs 10.19 lakh, ex-showroom, featuring improved safety standards and impressive fuel efficiency.
Electric vehicles in India will soon be as affordable as petrol-powered cars, says Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. The price gap is expected to close within six months due to advancements in battery technology and increased domestic production. This could lead to widespread adoption of EVs, with current sales already witnessing a significant surge.