Vehicle Scrappage Policy announced; details explained

The details of the much-awaited Vehicle Scrappage Policy were announced yesterday at Lok Sabha by Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways. It was proposed that commercial vehicles older than 15 years without a fitness certificate will automatically lead to the cancellation of registration. Likewise, the timeline for...

Apr 28, 2025

Luxury car segment embraces electric technology; lead by an example for other segments

Electric technology is undoubtedly the future of mobility. The rising environmental concerns and unrealistic fuel prices have encouraged customers to opt for alternative fuel options. The luxury segment has already announced its plans to gradually upgrade its fleet with electric technology. The list of manufacturers that have already announced their...

Apr 28, 2025

Locally-assembled Jeep Wrangler launched: All you need to know

Jeep has a strong foothold in India when it comes to premium and luxurious SUVs. Starting with the Jeep Compass and followed by the Wrangler and the Grand Cherokee, the USA-based car maker targeted the most niche car segments in the country. Now, with a fresh round of investment infused...

Apr 28, 2025

New Tata HBX lower variant interiors leaked

- The Tata HBX mid-variant features all four power windows- The model will be launched in India later this yearTata Motors continues testing the HBX micro-SUV ahead of its launch that is scheduled to take place later this year. New spy images shared on the web reveal a test-mule of...

Apr 28, 2025

New variant of Ford Bronco SUV with hybrid tech seen on test

- The hybrid variant could feature a petrol electric drivetrain rated at around 480bhp.  - Prototype seen with high voltage cables typically used in carrying currents in hybrid setups.Here we have spotted an interesting prototype of the upcoming Ford Bronco Warthog. Unlike the prototypes seen earlier, the vehicle you see here...

Apr 28, 2025

GPS-based toll collection system likely to be introduced in India within a year

- All physical toll booths to be removed post implementation of a GPS-based system- Seven per cent of vehicle owners are yet to opt for a FASTag despite paying a double toll The Indian government is chalking out a plan to introduce a GPS-based collection system within a year’s time. Nitin...

Apr 28, 2025

Toyota Aygo X Prologue concept revealed

- Will continue with its two-tone exterior look- Likely to remain as an ICE modelThe Toyota Aygo is a popular hatchback in the European market. Having two generations of the crossover on road so far, the third one is now on its way and Toyota has revealed the concept images...

Apr 28, 2025

More details on the Volkswagen Taigun revealed

-Underpinned by the MQB-A0-IN platform -Will be offered with the 1.0-litre TSI and 1.5-litre TSI EVOThe unveiling of the Skoda Kushaq has revealed some new details about its sister car, the Volkswagen Taigun that will be launched later this year. Both cars are underpinned by VW’s MQB-A0-IN platform developed specifically to...

Apr 28, 2025

India-bound Volvo XC60 - What to expect

The Volvo XC60 was the carmaker's highest-selling model in 2020, accounting for almost 29 per cent of its overall sales. And now, the manufacturer has recently revealed the updated XC60 for the 2021 model year. This facelifted SUV will be launched in India later this year, and here's what to...

Apr 28, 2025

New Bentley Continental GT Speed teased

- 2021 Bentley Continental GT Speed will receive a revised exterior design- The model will be powered by a W12 engine that could produce more than 650bhpAhead of its debut that is scheduled to take place on 23 March, 2021, Bentley has teased the new Continental GT Speed. The company...

Apr 28, 2025

MoRTH proposes hike in registration renewal cost for vehicles older than 15 years

- The Central Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Rules, 2021, will come in to effect from 1 October, 2021- The move is aimed at encouraging acceptance of the voluntary vehicle-scrapping policy In an effort to encourage the owners of old vehicles to opt for the voluntary vehicle-scrapping policy, the Ministry of Road Transport...

Apr 28, 2025

Citroen inaugurates six showrooms ahead of C5 Aircross launch

- Citroen to have 10 showrooms before the launch of the C5 Aircross- C5 Aircross to be launched in India on 7 AprilCitroen India is busy building its sales and service network across the country ahead of the official launch of the C5 Aircross SUV scheduled next month on 7...

Apr 28, 2025

New Mercedes-AMG C43 continues testing ahead of debut

- 2021 Mercedes-AMG C43 will get styling updates- The model will be powered by a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine with a hybrid motorMercedes-Benz continues testing the C43 AMG ahead of its debut that is expected to take place later this year. Based on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class that was unveiled...

Apr 28, 2025

Hotter Aston Martin Vantage teased ahead of 22 March debut

-         Expect even more horsepower from the V8-         Will be positioned above the already insane AMR versionAston Martin might be doing duties at the Formula 1 track as Safety Car this 2021 season, but the Gaydon-based carmaker isn’t stopping there yet. Ahead of its...

Apr 28, 2025

All-electric Porsche Macan to join line up in the future

-Will be produced at Porsche’s Leipzig plant-Shared underpinnings with the Audi Q6 e-TronPorsche is adding to its electric bandwagon within the next two years by introducing a fully electric version of its entry-level Macan SUV. It had confirmed this at its annual press conference held on 18 March.This all-electric Macan...

Apr 28, 2025