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.
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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.
Three passengers narrowly escaped harm when their car plunged into a canal near Barkapur village in Uttar Pradesh. The incident, following GPS directions, occurred on the Bareilly-Pilibhit state highway. This highlights concerns about over-reliance on GPS systems, especially after a recent fatal accident linked to GPS navigation in Bareilly. Police are investigating the circumstances.
Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette Automotive has launched its first mass-market electric scooter, the Tesseract, priced at Rs 1.45 lakh. The scooter features a 20.1 bhp motor with a range of up to 261 km and advanced tech features like radar-based ADAS. Deliveries start in Q1 2026.
It has claimed range of up to 300 km on a single charge and it also supports a top-up charge of 150 km in 45 minutes using Bharat DC-001 public charging infrastructure. It also has a 5-year or 200,000 km warranty.
Tata Motors is set to increase prices across its vehicle range by up to 3% starting January 2025, citing rising input costs and inflation. This includes popular EVs like the Nexon EV and Tiago EV. The move follows similar announcements by competitors like Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai.
JSW MG Motor India is set to introduce its first-ever luxury MPV, the MG M9, to compete with models like Toyota Vellfire and Kia Carnival. This electric MPV will feature a 245 hp motor, a 90kWh lithium battery, and impressive features, underscoring MG's focus on its electric lineup for the Indian market.
One of the major selling points of the Ciaz was its sheer comfort and segment-leading space making it a preferred choice for families and chauffeur-driven customers. The Ciaz held a dominant position in the mid-size sedan market.
The 2025 Volvo XC90 is powered by a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder, mild-hybrid turbo-petrol engine that puts out 250 hp of power and 360 Nm torque. The engine comes paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox, which sends power to all four wheels. Volvo claims the SUV can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 180 kph.
Skoda Auto India has started deliveries of the Kylaq sub-compact SUV and reopened bookings for the Classic trim. The Kylaq, available in four variants, starts at Rs 7.89 lakh. It comes with a 1.0-litre, turbo-petrol engine, various safety features, and modern amenities, securing a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP.