This article is authored by Kartick V Nagpal | President, Rosmerta Technologies.The vehicle scrappage policy is a watershed in India’s journey to a circular economy. The phasing out of old and unfit vehicles, improving roads with newer and safer vehicles, and minimising pollutants caused by old engines is providing an enormous benefit of domestic supply…
Skoda Auto India today launched the much-anticipated Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV in the Indian market, priced from Rs 10.69 lakh (ex-showroom). Pre-bookings are already underway; interested customers can book the SUV online or at their nearest dealership. Deliveries are expected to begin soon. Skoda is offering an extended warranty of up to six years, six…
Modern car key fobs have changed the way people interact with their vehicles. You no longer need to insert a key or even press a button in some cases. The car simply detects the key nearby and unlocks itself. It feels smooth and almost effortless. Yet, this convenience relies entirely on wireless communication, which can…
Safety is becoming a key factor for car buyers in India, with increasing focus on crash protection alongside price, features and performance, driven by greater awareness and access to information. The Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) has supported this shift by introducing a standardised system to evaluate vehicle safety through controlled crash tests, including…
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has debuted the updated Xiaomi SU7 sedan. The new version brings notable improvements in performance, range and in-cabin tech. Here’s a quick look at some of the key details. Updated Xiaomi SU7 electric car: Key details The electric sedan is offered in three variants: Standard, Pro and Max. One of the…
Skoda Auto India is all set to launch the much-anticipated Skoda Kushaq facelift SUV in the Indian market tomorrow i.e, March 21, 2026. The Pre-bookings for the new SUV have already begun. Interested customers can book the new Kushaq online or by visiting the nearest dealership. Deliveries are expected to begin by the end of…
The rollout of stricter fuel efficiency rules for cars in India could be pushed back. The Centre may defer the implementation of the next phase of Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) norms, commonly referred to as CAFE 3.0, beyond April 2027.The issue has reached the highest levels, with the Prime Minister’s Office holding discussions with…
Lexus India has just launched the new Lexus ES 500e electric sedan in the Indian market, marking the brand’s entry into the EV space in the country. Alongside the electric 500e, the sedan will continue to be offered with a petrol-hybrid setup in the form of the 350h, with its pricing to be revealed at…
The Government of Delhi is preparing to roll out a new electric vehicle policy aimed at speeding up EV adoption in the national capital. The upcoming policy focuses on reducing upfront costs for buyers. Besides, it will also promote buyers to do away with their older, polluting vehicles. Delhi EV Policy 2.0: Key details A…
Renault India recently launched the new Duster SUV at an introductory price of Rs 10.29 lakh (ex-showroom), with pre-bookings open online and at dealerships. However, even before the launch and price announcement of its strong hybrid version, the model has already been sold out for 2026, with the company confirming that bookings for deliveries scheduled…