An explosion outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas involving a rented Tesla Cybertruck resulted in one fatality and seven injuries. Authorities speculate a possible act of terrorism, as the FBI investigates the incident. Elon Musk confirmed the blast was unrelated to the vehicle itself.
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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.
Delhi residents can now use their BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles after restrictions were lifted on January 5, following an improvement in air quality. The measures, part of GRAP Stage 3, target vehicular emissions, including certain private vehicles and non-essential diesel-operated medium goods vehicles, to curb pollution levels.
Hyundai Motor India too recently announced that it will raise the prices of its vehicle lineup, effective January 1, 2025. In addition, luxury automakers such as Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz have also confirmed price increases for their vehicles. These hikes are being attributed to rising input, transport and operational costs.
Toyota launches the Hilux Black Edition in India, priced at Rs 37.90 lakh. The new model boasts a bold exterior with black finishes, leather upholstery, and advanced features. Equipped with a 2.8-litre turbocharged diesel engine, this pickup truck is set to start deliveries in March 2025.
Italian luxury motorcycle brand Ducati has launched the DesertX Discovery in India at Rs 21.78 lakh. It features new standard accessories including enhanced hand guards and a taller windshield. The bike retains its 937cc, 110 hp engine but now includes improved tech and adventure-ready additions.
Tata Motors has released the stealthier Nexon CNG Dark Edition, priced between Rs 12.70 lakh and Rs 13.70 lakh. The new SUV boasts an all-black exterior, high-tech features including dual 10.25-inch screens, and a 1.2-litre turbocharged engine. Safety features include six airbags and a 360-degree camera.
Hyundai India will raise car prices by up to Rs 25,000 from January 1, 2025, citing rising input costs. This makes December the ideal time to buy and save. The announcement comes as Hyundai reported a 7% drop in November sales, down to 61,252 units. Domestic sales dipped slightly, while exports fell by 20%.
MG Motor India has launched the new Comet EV Blackstorm edition priced at Rs 7.80 lakh, featuring an all-black design with red accents. The Blackstorm edition retains the powertrain of the standard Comet EV and offers a range of up to 230 km per charge with enhanced safety features.
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.
At sides, the Kia Syros features blacked-out A-, C-, and D-pillars, paired with body-colored B-pillars, creating a smooth and clean window line. Other highlights include thick plastic cladding over the wheel arches, flush-fitting door handles, a distinctive kink in the rear window line, and a unique 17-inch 3-petal alloy wheels.