The BYD Sea Lion 07 is based on the company’s e-platform 3.0 and BYD says that the new EV draws inspiration from sea lions jumping into the water to create a distinctive five-spoke design. In terms of design, the EV looks very similar to the Seal sedan and gets sharp lines with multiple cuts and creases. It features angular headlamps with L-shaped extensions which house LED DRLs and it also gets vents and large air intakes.
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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).
Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-door is an extended version of the standard 3-door version, the 5-door Jimny has 340 mm more wheelbase than the 3-door variant. In terms of dimensions, the SUV measures 3,985mm in length, 1,645mm in width and 1,720mm in height. It has a ground clearance of 210mm, an approach angle of 36 degrees and a departure angle of 50 degrees.
Electric scooters in India exhibit nearly double the quality issues compared to petrol-powered two-wheelers, with 98 problems per 100 vehicles. Despite this, customer satisfaction has improved, as 61% of electric scooter owners reported fewer issues than expected. Royal Enfield and Bajaj Chetak stand out in initial quality rankings.
Tata Motors achieves a significant milestone by surpassing 2 lakh electric vehicle sales in India, featuring models like the Tiago EV, Tigor EV, Punch EV, Nexon EV, and Curvv EV. To celebrate, Tata Motors is providing special benefits such as exchange bonuses, zero down payment financing, and loyalty rewards for current customers.
The Syros will have a boxy silhouette with a flat roof and an upright rear, to liberate maximum cabin space. The Syros will feature vertically stacked LED headlamps and LED DRLs, L-shaped LED taillights, flush-fitting door handles, blacked-out C-pillars and roof rails.
Honda and Suzuki are making waves in India's electric scooter market with the Honda Activa e and Suzuki e-Access. The Activa e offers a 102 km range with dual swappable 1.5 kWh batteries, while the e-Access has a fixed 3.07 kWh LFP battery providing 95 km per charge. Both scooters feature multiple riding modes and advanced tech features.
Maruti Suzuki celebrated the inauguration of its 500th NEXA service center in Goa. The company aims to expand its service network to 8,000 touchpoints by FY 2030-31. The Baleno led sales in November 2024 with 16,293 units sold, while the Fronx secured the seventh spot with 14,882 units, demonstrating strong growth for both models.
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.
Hyundai showcased the Creta Flex Fuel SUV, designed to run on both 100% petrol and ethanol, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. It features a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and is available in South American markets. Additionally, Hyundai announced the Creta Electric's pricing, starting at Rs 17.99 lakh, with two battery options offering up to 473 km range.