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The monsoon season in India brings relief from scorching summer heat, but it also brings unique challenges for vehicle owners. Heavy rainfall, waterlogged roads, high humidity, and reduced visibility take a toll on cars and bikes alike. For millions of Indian drivers, the rainy months from June to September are the most demanding period for … Read more
The affordable electric vehicle segment in India has witnessed remarkable growth over the past two years. Two models have emerged as the primary contenders for buyers with budgets between ₹10 lakh and ₹15 lakh: the Tata Punch EV and the Citroën ëC3. Both are compact electric hatchbacks (masquerading as SUVs), both offer real-world ranges exceeding … Read more
The price of crude oil has always been a barometer for the global economy, but for India’s automobile industry, it is nothing short of a heartbeat monitor. Every time oil prices climb, the automotive sector collectively holds its breath. In 2026, with crude oil hovering around 95−95−105 per barrel and domestic petrol prices crossing the ₹110 … Read more
When we talk about electric vehicles in India, the conversation focuses on cars (Tata Nexon EV, MG ZS EV) and two-wheelers (Ola, Ather, TVS). But the real electric revolution in India is happening in a segment that gets almost no media attention: electric three-wheelers (e-rickshaws and e-autos). In 2025, India sold 6.2 lakh electric three-wheelers – more than 4x the number … Read more
Tata Motors has dominated India’s electric SUV market with the Nexon EV (best-selling EV since 2020) and the Punch EV (popular compact option). But the flagship is coming – the Tata Harrier EV, based on the popular Harrier diesel SUV, but built on an all-new electric platform (not a converted ICE platform). The Harrier EV has … Read more
Toyota is reviving one of the most iconic nameplates in off-road history – the Land Cruiser FJ. First produced from 1960 to 1984 as the FJ40 (the original Land Cruiser), the FJ badge represents the pure, utilitarian, go-anywhere vehicle that built Toyota’s reputation for toughness. But the 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ is not a million-rupee … Read more
The Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun are two of the most confusingly similar cars on the Indian market. They share the same platform (MQB-A0-IN), the same engines (1.0L TSI, 1.5L TSI), the same gearboxes (6MT, 6AT, 7DSG), the same dimensions, and even the same switchgear. Under the skin, they are identical twins. Yet buyers constantly … Read more
MG Motor India has never been afraid of taking risks. The Hector introduced internet-connected cars to India. The ZS EV was among the first affordable long-range electric SUVs. The Comet EV brought ultra-compact urban mobility. Now, MG is preparing its boldest bet yet – the MG Cloud EV, a 6-seat electric MPV shaped like a miniature … Read more
The sub-4 metre sedan segment in India has been shrinking for years. SUVs and hatchbacks have eaten into its market share. Yet one car continues to defy gravity – the Maruti Suzuki Dzire. Month after month, year after year, the Dzire outsells its nearest rival, the Honda Amaze, by a margin of 3:1 or more. In … Read more
The Tata Punch EV launched in January 2025 as Tata’s fourth electric vehicle, following the Nexon EV, Tiago EV, and Tigor EV. Positioned as a compact electric SUV (based on the popular Punch petrol), it promised a real-world range of over 300 km in a sub-4 metre footprint. We have now driven the Tata Punch … Read more