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After spending some time with the Kia Seltos, we’ve discovered a few features that make it a particularly convenient car for everyday driving. Let’s take a look!

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Check out the list of highest-selling two-wheelers in India in September 2026. Which one surprised you the most?

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The Renault Kiger has improved its Global NCAP safety rating from 2 stars to 4 stars in the latest Safer Cars for Africa crash tests!

The Indian-made SUV now gets 6 airbags, ESC and ISOFIX as standard, scoring 4 stars for adult and 3 stars for child occupant protection.

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The Kia Sorento comes with an organ-type accelerator pedal. How many of you remember a Japanese mass market car that also came with an organ-type accelerator pedal? Comment 👇

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Volkswagen has discontinued the Tiguan R-Line in India. What led to this decision? Let’s find out!

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Volkswagen India has officially revealed the updated Virtus that gets subtle exterior tweaks including updated lights, grille and alloys. How do you like these changes?

We expect the interior to get minor changes with more features on offer. Engine options will remain unchanged except for the new 8-speed automatic transmission with the 1.0 TSI. More details to be revealed soon.

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Let’s have a look at the pros and cons of the Hyundai Bayon! According to you, what is your list of pros and cons of this car? Let us know 👇

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Volkswagen Virtus facelift teased ahead of launch! Gets subtle changes including new grille, new alloys, updated lights and new colour. We expect some styling tweaks for the interior as well along with more features on offer.

How do you like this update?

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JLR will discontinue the Range Rover Evoque and Velar by 2027, with no direct replacements planned. As Range Rover moves further upmarket, Defender and Discovery will take on the more accessible segments.

A major shift in JLR's brand strategy!

Would you miss the Evoque or the Velar more? Tell us in the comments. 👇

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Here’s a price breakdown and EMI calculation of the Hyundai Bayon!

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Honda’s first Made-in-India electric SUV has a name!

Meet the Honda Alpha, an all-new electric SUV that will make its global debut in India on 2nd December 2026.

First showcased as a concept at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, the Honda Alpha marks a new chapter in the Japanese automaker’s electrification journey. India will also serve as the global production base for this upcoming electric SUV.

Interestingly, the Honda Alpha will be the first Honda model in India to feature the brand’s new H Mark, which has been redesigned to represent Honda’s transformation and future ambitions.

What do you think of the name Honda Alpha? Will this electric SUV be a game-changer for Honda in India?

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Let’s check out the horn of the new Hyundai Bayon. Your thoughts on this?

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Turn up the volume and listen to the engine and exhaust note of the Hyundai Bayon.

How would you rate it out of 10?

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At the launch of the Hyundai Bayon, we did a rapid-fire round with Mr. Virat Khullar, Head of Marketing at Hyundai Motor India. Let’s hear what he has to say about the Bayon and where it fits into Hyundai’s product portfolio.

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We tested the Honda Elevate on some bad roads to see how well it handles bumps and potholes and it turned out to be pretty impressive!

The suspension damping is well-tuned, there’s no unpleasant suspension noise over rough surfaces and the low-speed ride is particularly supple. It also keeps vertical movement inside the cabin well under control, making the ride comfortable even on broken roads.

How do you like the new Honda Elevate in black?

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Turn up the volume and check out the Honda Elevate’s exhaust and engine note. Sounds sporty!

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Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways, announces the Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS), an AI-based system for traffic monitoring, detection and enforcement.

He claims to have instructed authorities not to issue speeding notices for vehicles travelling at speeds of up to 144 km/hr, which is 20% above the 120 km/hr speed limit.

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Here’s what we think about the Hyundai Alcazar in terms of space, features, performance and price.

Would you buy it over the Creta? Let us know below! ⬇️

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A recognition that goes beyond an individual, reflecting the passion and commitment of people who continue to shape the future of mobility.

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Here’s a detailed look at the new Renault Duster Hybrid!

On the outside, the only changes are the hybrid badge on the front fender and the illuminated Duster lettering on the grille. The interior, too, remains identical to the regular turbo-petrol version, with no changes.

Power comes from a 1.8-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine paired with an electric traction motor, delivering a combined output of 160 HP and 208 Nm.

Performance is quite impressive, especially when compared with other hybrids in the segment. The Duster pulls cleanly and accelerates quickly, thanks to the well-integrated petrol engine and electric motor. Renault claims a 0-100 km/hr time of 9.6 seconds.

Renault claims a fuel efficiency figure of 29 km/l. However, during our 100 km run, the MID displayed around 14 km/l. We believe you could get up to 18 km/l in everyday driving conditions.

Ride and handling are where the Duster really shines. The hybrid version is around 100 kg heavier and Renault has tuned the suspension and steering accordingly. The result is impressive, with the Duster offering some of the best handling characteristics in the segment, along with excellent precision and feedback.

The ride felt slightly stiff at low speeds but the suspension handled bumps and potholes with ease once we picked up the pace.

Would you choose the Renault Duster Hybrid over its rivals? Let us know in the comments! 👇