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New Tata Punch – Big SUV Confidence, Compact SUV Ease

The new Punch is not only looking bold but also ready for bold challenges both on and off road. The 2026 Tata Punch arrives with the confidence of a bestseller and ready for its next chapter. Already one of India’s highest-selling subcompact SUVs, the new Punch has been reimagined for young, demanding Indian buyers who […]

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Windsor’s Electric Winning Streak  

Windsor delivers A-segment pricing, B-segment footprint and C-segment space—creating a value proposition that’s almost impossible to beat. By T. Murrali In just over a year, the JSW MG Windsor has rewritten the rules of India’s electric-vehicle market. It didn’t just climb to the top—it became the country’s No. 1-selling EV of 2025, recording an unprecedented […]

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Mercedes-Benz Expands Luxury Footprint with New Showroom in Bhopal

Mercedes-Benz India has opened a new luxury sales showroom in Bhopal, strengthening its presence in one of the country’s fast-growing premium car markets. The new facility, operated by long-time partner Landmark Cars, is part of Mercedes-Benz’s strategy to reach customers in emerging urban centres and bring world-class luxury closer to them. Located in Habib Ganj, […]

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Jeep India Launches ‘Jeep Confidence 7’ to Redefine Long-Term SUV Ownership

Jeep India has introduced Jeep® Confidence 7, a premium ownership program crafted to transform the long-term ownership experience of its Compass and Meridian SUVs. The initiative strengthens Jeep’s eight-decade legacy of trust, durability, and all-terrain capability by extending that same assurance well beyond the showroom. Developed for customers who expect performance, luxury, and long-term peace of […]

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India-Built Maruti Suzuki VICTORIS Begins Global Journey with First Export Shipment

Maruti Suzuki India Limited announced the commencement of exports for its premium SUV, VICTORIS, marking a significant step in the model’s global rollout. The first batch of over 450 units has departed from the Mundra and Pipavav ports, headed to key international markets where the SUV will be sold under the name ‘Across’. Designed as […]

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Mahindra XUV 7XO – Familiar at First Glance, New in Every Detail

The SUV, in the new form, stays true to what people loved, but is smartly refreshed to meet modern expectations. By T. Murrali When a vehicle has already found more than three lakh buyers, change becomes a careful exercise. Too much of it risks losing what people love; too little makes it feel dated. That […]

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Finding the Sweet Spot: How Mahindra Decides What Really Matters in a Software-Defined SUV

Building a successful software-defined SUV like the XUV 7XO, is not about adding more features—it’s about choosing the right ones, shaped by how people actually live, drive and value technology every day. By T. Murrali Designing a modern SUV today is no longer just about engines, space or styling. It is about choosing the right […]

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Mercedes-Benz India Delivers Strong 2025, Top-End Vehicles and BEVs Drive Growth

Mercedes-Benz India reported a robust performance in calendar year 2025, driven by sustained demand in its core segments and strong traction for its Top-End Vehicles, including AMG models and its battery electric vehicle (BEV) portfolio. The company delivered 19,007 vehicles during the year, nearly matching its 2024 volumes, while recording its best-ever year in terms […]

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Škoda Auto Volkswagen Posts Record 2025 Sales, Crosses 2 Million Made-in-India Vehicles

Škoda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL) closed calendar year 2025 with one of its strongest performances to date, supported by a steady industry recovery and rising demand across segments. The Group recorded its highest-ever domestic sales of 117,000 units, marking around 36% year-on-year growth, while cumulative sales, including exports, stood at 159,500 units. The year also […]

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Mahindra Opens Bookings for XEV 9S and XUV 7XO, Clocks Nearly 94,000 Orders Worth ₹20,500 Crore

Mahindra & Mahindra on Tuesday announced the commencement of bookings for its latest SUV offerings, the XEV 9S and the XUV 7XO, marking another strong milestone in the company’s SUV growth journey. By 2.00 pm on January 14, 2026, Mahindra had recorded consolidated bookings of 93,689 units across the two models, translating into a booking […]

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Same Size, New Soul: How Mahindra’s XUV 7XO Reinvents Everyday SUV Experience

For buyers who value a quiet cabin, rich entertainment and a relaxed driving experience, this update feels like a clear step forward. By. T. Murrali At first glance, the XUV 7XO feels familiar. Its size, stance and proportions are almost the same as XUV 7OO. The wheelbase remains unchanged, the ground clearance still stands at […]

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Tata Motors Launches All-New Punch from ₹5.59 Lakh, Brings Turbo Petrol, iCNG AMT to Subcompact SUV Space

With bold design updates, new powertrain options, advanced tech and a strong focus on safety, the all-new Tata Punch raises the bar in the subcompact SUV segment—while remaining accessible at a competitive price. By T. Murrali Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. (TMPV) announced the launch of the all-new Tata Punch. Priced from an introductory ₹5.59 […]

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches 19th Dream Car Art Contest to Inspire Young Mobility Visionaries

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) on Tuesday announced the 19th edition of the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest (TDCAC), reaffirming its long-standing commitment to nurturing creativity and inspiring the next generation of mobility innovators. Conceptualised by Toyota Motor Corporation, the global initiative invites children aged 15 years and under to imagine, design and illustrate their vision […]

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Nissan Reshapes AMIEO Leadership, Expands Thierry Sabbagh’s Role to Include India

Nissan has announced a series of senior management changes across its Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) region, aimed at strengthening execution of its Re:Nissan transformation plan and improving operational efficiency, speed and customer focus. Effective January 1, 2026, Thierry Sabbagh will take on an expanded role as Divisional Vice President and President, […]

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Maruti Suzuki, Indian Oil Partner to offer Vehicle Servicing at Fuel Stations Nationwide

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to set up vehicle service facilities at select Indian Oil fuel retail outlets across the country, aiming to make car servicing more convenient and accessible for customers. Under the partnership, Maruti Suzuki customers will be able to avail […]