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The new Renault Duster Hybrid will deliver a claimed fuel efficiency of 29 kmpl, nearly 10 kmpl more than turbo petrol engine options. Nearly 10 months since its debut, the Renault Duster Hybrid will be finally launched in India tomorrow, October 17, 2026. The new-generation Duster made its debut amidst much fanfare on January 26, and the hybrid version was one of the three powertrain options promised. While the 1.3-litre turbo and 1.0-litre turbo are already available, the hybrid variant promises...

Mini India has launched the limited-run Cooper Oxford Edition with exclusive Union Jack styling, premium tech, and a 201 bhp engine. Mini India has launched the Mini Cooper Oxford Edition in the country, priced at ₹55.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Introduced at the newly opened Mini dealership in Lucknow, the special edition three-door hatchback arrives as a Completely Built-up Unit (CBU) in strictly limited quantities. The launch commemorates 25 years of modern Mini production at Plant Oxford in the United Kingdom, incorporating exclusive British...

Jio-bp and Kia India have integrated EV charging networks, giving Kia owners access to 23,500+ charging points via K-Charge while adding Kia dealership chargers to the Jio-bp app. Jio-bp, the mobility joint venture between Reliance Industries and bp, has partnered with Kia India to integrate their electric vehicle charging ecosystems nationwide. The cross-network partnership aims to improve public EV charging accessibility, allowing Kia EV owners to locate, access, and pay at Jio-bp pulse charging stations directly via the K-Charge platform inside...

VIDA has unveiled the DIRT.E K3 6DAYS Limited Edition youth electric off-roader in Portugal, capped at 100 units to mark the 100th FIM ISDE event. VIDA has unveiled the DIRT.E K3 6DAYS Limited Edition at the 100th FIM International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in Grândola, Portugal. Limited to an exclusive global production run of just 100 numbered units, each motorcycle honors a specific historic edition of the world-renowned off-road event. The milestone marks VIDA as the first Indian electric vehicle brand...

56 per cent of buyers consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza even before beginning their purchase journey.  Maruti Suzuki has crossed a new milestone with sales of the Brezza subcompact SUV crossing the 15 lakh mark. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza started life as the Vitara Brezza in July 2026, and was an instant success with the masses. The second generation only built on that momentum, and continues to be a strong seller in the segment. Moreover, Maruti shared that the recently launched...

In an exchange filing, the automaker said that the order covers FY 2013-14 to FY 2019-20 and FY 2021-22, with the tribunal ruling in Maruti Suzuki India's favour on most of the issues. Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday said it has received a favourable order from the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) covering eight financial years, with an estimated positive tax impact of around ₹13,000 crore, which also includes interest.In an exchange filing, the automaker said that the order covers FY...

The motorcycle comes with a standard 6.5-inch TFT display that supports phone calls, music and navigation through Bluetooth connectivity. BMW has just unveiled the F 450 RR, a supersport motorcycle developed for its F 450 family. The new model follows the F 450 GS and F 450 R and is set to replace the BMW G 310 RR. It shares its engine and underpinnings with the F 450 R streetfighter but gets a different design and riding position.Here are the top...