Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has introduced an updated Shine 125, starting at Rs 84,493. The bike now features a digital instrument cluster with real-time mileage, a gear position indicator, and a USB Type-C port. It also includes a new Pearl Igneous Black color option and an OBD2B-compliant engine delivering 10.63 hp and 11 Nm of torque.
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The Kylaq gets a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo petrol engine which puts out 115 hp of power and 178 nm of torque. Gearbox options will include a 6-speed torque converter and a 6-speed manual gearbox. The same engine also does the duty in the Skoda Kushaq, Slavia, VW Virtus and Taigun.
TVS Motor is offering a 10-day cashback opportunity on its iQube electric scooter to celebrate selling over 4.5 lakh units. One lucky buyer per day will receive a 100% refund. The offer is valid from December 12th to 22nd, with dealerships extending hours and additional benefits up to ₹30,000 available.
The Indian passenger vehicle market achieved record-breaking wholesales of 43 lakh units in 2024, with significant contributions from rural markets and SUVs. Notable carmakers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, and others posted impressive sales figures in December, highlighting the sector's robust growth and dominance in the automotive industry.
The e-Vitara is built on an all-new Heartect-e platform designed exclusively for EVs. The company claims that it merges the characteristics of a battery electric vehicle (BEV) with the durability of an SUV. The EV features eAxles, which integrate the motor and inverter into a single unit. The e Vitara will be offered with two battery options – 49kWh and 61kWh. T
Talking about the powertrain, it’s the same as the SL 63 but is tuned to produce more power. It gets a 4.0-litre, twin-turbo V8 that puts out 585hp of power and 800Nm of torque. It comes paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission which sends power to all four wheels.
Maruti Suzuki observed a 4% growth in January 2025 with 1,73,599 units sold. Hyundai's Creta and new Creta Electric had strong performances despite a dip in overall sales. Tata Motors' sales fell by 11%, while Mahindra & Mahindra and Toyota Kirloskar reported significant growth. MG Motor India saw impressive electric vehicle sales, contributing to a 256% increase.
The Creta EV also features V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) which allows the vehicle’s battery to supply power to external devices or appliances. It essentially turns the EV into a mobile power source, enabling users to charge or operate various electrical devices, such as laptops, camping equipment, or even home appliances, using the stored energy in the car’s battery.
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.
Kia India is recalling 1,380 units of its EV6 electric SUV for a software update to enhance the Integrated Charging Control Unit and optimize the 12V auxiliary battery's performance. The recall, affecting cars made between March 2022 and April 2023, aims to improve the ownership experience. Owners will be notified to visit authorized dealerships for the update.