Lexus India is reopening bookings for the LX 500d SUV after a temporary pause, with a slight price hike. The 3.3-litre V6 diesel engine produces 304hp and is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. New features include ADAS, connected car technology, and Safety System+ 3. It attracted significant attention at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.
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Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has introduced the 2025 Honda Dio 110cc scooter, featuring new enhancements like a 4.2-inch TFT display, a USB Type-C charging port, and OBD2B compliance. Available in two variants, STD and DLX, the scooter also offers five color options and retains its 109.51cc single-cylinder engine.
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.
Lexus India is reopening bookings for the LX 500d SUV after a temporary pause, with a slight price hike. The 3.3-litre V6 diesel engine produces 304hp and is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. New features include ADAS, connected car technology, and Safety System+ 3. It attracted significant attention at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.
Kia India will hike car prices by up to 3% from April 1 due to rising commodity prices and supply chain costs. Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki have also announced price increases, attributing the hikes to higher input costs and operational expenses. Customers may want to act before these changes take effect.
The Maruti Suzuki Swift has shown improved structural integrity in a recent accident involving an overturned truck. The video reveals minimal damage to the car's roof and bonnet, indicating enhanced safety features. While no official safety ratings are available yet, the incident suggests notable improvements compared to previous models.
The price hike, according to Mercedes-Benz, is necessary to address the escalating costs of materials, inflationary trends, and increased logistics expenses. While the company has been absorbing the bulk of these costs for the past three quarters, it has decided to pass on a nominal portion to consumers to maintain its operational sustainability.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced an increase in rewards for Good Samaritans assisting road accident victims from Rs 5,000 to Rs 25,000. This initiative aims to encourage timely help during the critical 'Golden Hour' after accidents. The scheme, part of efforts to foster a culture of aid, also includes covering hospital expenses for the first seven days.
When launched the Hyundai Creta EV will directly compete with the MG ZS EV, Mahindra XUV 400, Tata Curvv EV and also the recently launched Mahindra Be6e. It will also go up against the upcoming Tata Harrier EV, Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara and the Honda Elevate EV.
Both e-SUVs are based on the same skateboard platform jointly developed by Suzuki and Toyota. Although the two vehicles have lots of differences in their exterior design elements, the Urban Cruiser EV and e-Vitara feature the same interior layout, with the only noticeable difference being the Toyota logo on the steering wheel.
Blinkit has introduced a 10-minute ambulance service in select areas of Gurugram, expanding beyond groceries to life-saving services. The ambulances, equipped with critical life-support systems, are staffed with trained personnel. CEO Albinder Dhindsa announced the initiative, aiming to address emergency healthcare access at an affordable cost, with plans for nationwide expansion within two years.