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The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 arrive with all-new underpinnings, updated engines, modern features and refreshed styling.  The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 are all set to make their official debut on August 24, when Bajaj Auto is expected to announce prices for both motorcycles. Ahead of their launch, the updated Pulsar duo has already started reaching dealerships, giving buyers a closer look at the comprehensive changes. Unlike a routine facelift, the new-generation Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 have...

Ather Konarc teaser confirms a metal body ahead of the electric scooter's official launch on August 29.  Ather Energy has offered another glimpse of its upcoming electric scooter, the Ather Konarc, ahead of its global debut on August 29, 2026. The teaser confirms one of the scooter's key highlights—a metal body. After the 450 series and the Rizta, the Ather Konarc will be the third EV offering from the Indian brand. The main advantage of metal body panels is ruggedness, ease...

The Škoda Slavia facelift gets a mid-life update with a subtle exterior refresh, a new automatic transmission option, and two new segment-first features, among other changes.  Škoda Auto India has unveiled the 2026 Škoda Slavia facelift. Bookings are open for the new Slavia, while deliveries are set to commence from later this month. Prices have not yet been announced, but are expected soon.The new Škoda Slavia gets a subtle styling refresh, new features in the cabin, and an all-new automatic transmission...

The bike comes in a distinctive Gorkha Green colourway, and features the regiment’s famous crossed Khukris emblem. Just after India’s 80th Independence Day, Royal Enfield has announced the new Classic 350 Gorkha Edition, launched as a tribute to the spirit of the iconic Gorkha Regiment. The bike comes in a distinctive Gorkha Green colourway, and features the regiment’s famous crossed Khukris emblem in place of the usual Classic logo. According to the company, “this newest expression of the Classic 350 pays...

ToneTag has extended its in-car payment platform, DrivePay, to the new Tata Sierra EV, introducing a voice-led commerce layer for FASTag recharges, EV charging station discovery, and in-car cafe ordering directly through the vehicle's infotainment system. ToneTag, a deep-tech proximity commerce platform, announced the integration of its DrivePay ecosystem into the recently-launched Tata Sierra EV. Natively integrated into the electric vehicle's infotainment system, DrivePay introduces a voice-led commerce layer that allows drivers to place coffee orders, top up FASTag balances, and...

July 2026 was another strong month for the Indian automobile industry, with overall vehicle sales reaching record levels. Against this backdrop, the passenger vehicle market continued to witness healthy demand across hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs, and MPVs, with several popular models posting impressive sales figures.One of the biggest talking points of the month was Maruti Suzuki's dominance. The brand occupied six of the top seven positions in the sales charts, with the Dzire reclaiming the top spot. At the same time,...

Mercedes-Benz has introduced its first major mid-cycle update for the fifth-generation C-Class, featuring S-Class-inspired exterior styling, upgraded Euro 7-compliant powertrains, and more. Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a comprehensive mid-cycle facelift for the fifth-generation C-Class sedan and wagon, marking the first substantial update to the model line since its global debut in 2021.Every powertrain across the updated range includes a 48V mild-hybrid setup with a new integrated starter generator delivering a temporary boost of up to 23 bhp and 205 Nm, mated to...

Yamaha has updated its 125 cc Fi Hybrid scooter range in India with new colour options, refreshed styling, and tech upgrades including a TFT display with turn-by-turn navigation. India Yamaha Motor announced updates to its popular 125 cc Fi Hybrid scooter range by introducing new colour schemes, revised graphics, and upgraded technology across the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid and Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid models. The updates are designed to meet the evolving preferences of younger riders looking for a combination of...