Honda City Hatchback breaks cover, sports a stylish design language

• Honda City Hatchback is likely to replace Honda Jazz in several markets in Asia.
• Honda City Hatchback shares several commonalities with City sedan even as tries to makes its own mark.

European Union may be free from dependence on China for EV batteries by 2025

• China hosts roughly 80% of the world's lithium-ion cell production, but Europe's capacity is set to expand fast.

Toyota Innova Crysta facelift launched at ₹16.26 lakh. Here's what's new

• Toyota Innova Crysta 2020 gets several updates to its exterior profile while promising a more premium cabin for passengers.
• Innova Crysta 2020 from Toyota has been dominating the MPV field of play in India for several years now.

Maruti hits back at Tata Motors after Twitter jibe on WagonR

• Earlier, Tata Motors took to Twitter mocking Maruti WagonR's poor safety ratings.

This Porsche Taycan EV drifts into Guinness World Records. No, literally

• The Porsche used for setting the drift record is the rear-wheel drive version of the Taycan, which is already on sale in China.

Maruti expands its subscribe-a-new-car program to four more cities

• Maruti Suzuki cars can be brought home on a subscription model for time periods between 12 months and 48 months.
• Customers can buy the car at the end of the term period or extend the plan or even close it.
• The cars offered by Maruti are new and the plan cost comes with insurance and maintenance.

Mercedes-Benz aims to tap High Net Income customers of SBI through new tie-up

• Mercedes is looking at tapping the large customer base of SBI in India to take its luxury offerings to more potential buyers.

Tata Motors fires another salvo, this time at Maruti WagonR over safety standard

• Tata Motors has been recently active on social media, taking digs at rivals who failed at safety crash tests.

Elon Musk overtakes Bill Gates to grab world's second-richest ranking

• Tesla CEO Elon Musk's net worth soared $7.2 billion to $127.9 billion, driven by yet another surge in the EV maker's share price.
• Musk's milestone marks only the second time in the index's eight-year history that Bill Gates has ranked lower than number two.

Centre plans one EV station for every 69,000 petrol pumps: Nitin Gadkari

• Nitin Gadkari laid out government's plans to promote electric vehicles during a conference.

Nissan launches new Note hatchback with hybrid technology

• In Japan, the Note, which uses a platform designed with French alliance partner Renault SA, will compete With Toyota's Yaris and Honda's Fit.

GM to recall mammoth seven million vehicles worldwide to replace faulty airbag

• GM petitioned for four years to avoid a recall.
• GM recall mostly covers pick-up trucks and SUVs made between 2007 and 2014.

Katra-Delhi expressway to be completed by 2023: Jitendra Singh

• The Katra-Delhi expressway will help one cover the journey from Katra to Delhi in about seven hours and from Jammu to Delhi in just over six hours.

Fallout of US elections? GM now on California's side in pollution fight vs Trump

• GM ditches Donald Trump administration's bid to challenge California's efforts to set its own clean-air standards.

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches V-Strom 650XT BS 6 at ₹8.84 lakh

• The Suzuki V-Strom 650XT BS 6 adventure bike comes with a push button start and anti-lock braking system.
• It will be available at all Suzuki big bikes dealerships across India.

Toyota Innova Crysta facelift launch coming up soon. Here's what to expect

• Toyota Innova Crysta 2020 has reportedly started arriving at dealership.
• The new Innova Crysta is expected to get cosmetic updates on the outside as well as in the cabin.

Ratan Tata congratulates Tata Motors on achieving 4 million cars' milestone

• Tata Motors recently took the third spot in the passenger vehicle segment and is currently behind Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai.

Want a new car but low on budget? Five options to choose from under ₹5 lakh

• There is nothing close to the experience of buying a new car but not every car may suit every budget. This is why entry-level vehicles are as popular as they are in India.

Mahindra XUV500 to Scorpio: After Thar SUV, Mahindra may have 5 new launches

• Among the five new vehicles, Mahindra is likely to launch two electric vehicles as well.
• Mahindra eKUV100, which was showcased during Auto Expo 2020, may finally arrive in markets early next year.

Harley-Davidson owners take out 'Dark Ride' rallies to protest India pull-out

• Harley-Davidson dealers say they were left in the dark regarding the company's decision to exit India.
• Many Harley-Davidson owners say they are struggling to get spare parts for their premium bikes.
• Harley says it is working with Hero MotoCorp for a smooth transition.

Petrol, diesel prices rise for the fourth consecutive day

• Price of petrol and diesel has gone up by 46 paise per litre and 80 paise per litre respectively after a hiatus of almost two months.

Meerut to Prayagraj in under 5 hours: Ganga Expressway project to start in 2021

• The 594-km long six-lane expressway will connect the two cities and will pass through 12 districts.
• Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to lay foundation of the Ganga Expressway in June, 2021.

UK’s richest man partners with Hyundai to make hydrogen fuel cell cars

• Jim Ratcliffe's efforts to kick-start the hydrogen economy would open up more attractive uses for his company’s output of the gas.
• The South Korean carmaker aims to capture as much as 15% of the hydrogen-fueled truck market in Europe by 2030.

Tesla Model S continues to battle Lucid Air, updates ensure range of 658 kms

• Tesla Model S and Lucid Air have been involved in an intense tussle for the range crown.

Two cars, one driver: New Skoda tech to make autonomous car follow a manned one

• Skoda Auto's latest autonomous driving technology is currently being tested on two correspondingly configured Skoda Superb iVs.
• The technology aims to have autonomous cars follow a manned lead vehicle using essential data transmitted through radio.

How Volvo uses latest gaming technology to develop safe cars

• This technology helps Volvo engineers to simulate traffic scenarios on a real test track road while using a real car but being totally safe.

PM Modi says India set to double oil refining capacity in five years

• While addressing a petroleum university's convocation, PM Narendra Modi said that work is being done to nearly double the country's oil refining capacity in the next five years.

This McLaren Senna GTR LEGO model comes directly from the race track

• The McLaren Senna GTR LEGO model is the first McLaren supercar to be recreated in LEGO Technic form.
• The race track supercar gets a plastic treatment using 830 pieces inclusive of a working V8 engine.

Maruti Suzuki expects pent-up demand for cars to stay put till December

• Maruti Suzuki's Shashank Srivastava explains trust is the currency of brand differentiation and it is also this that is helping the country's largest car maker.

Petrol, diesel prices rise for third straight day

• Petrol price in Delhi was hiked to ₹81.46 per litre from ₹81.38 while diesel rates went up from ₹70.88 to ₹71.07 per litre.

BMW says sorry for 'Ok, Boomer' blunder on social media handle

• BMW issued an apology for a tweet that many said was age discriminatory.

Fourth-gen Skoda Octavia RS now ready to join UK police fleet

• The version available for the UK police fleet is the Skoda Octavia RS powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
• Power output from the petrol engine is 245hp and torque is 370Nm.

Auto LPG sector demands level playing field as air pollution takes centre-stage

• Auto LPG Coalition has underscored the need to widen the policy focus beyond electric vehicles and give all available alternative fuels a level playing field in the market.

GM, Toyota, VW file suit to block Massachusetts vehicle data initiative

• Voters in Massachusetts recently approved an initiative to revise a 2013 Right to Repair law, requiring automakers to provide expanded access to mechanical and electronic repair data.
• It also allowed independent shops to repair increasingly sophisticated technology.

After Twitter jab by Tata Motors on crash tests, Maruti has 'undisputed claim'

• Tata Motors had underlined its safety standards after Maruti Suzuki S-Presso failed in Global NCAP crash tests.
• Maruti maintains its cars meet all safety standards in the country.
• Maruti Suzuki has now stated it is India's favourite automobile brand.

Facing flak from dealers, Harley-Davidson assures riders of 'smooth transition'

• Harley-Davidson has assured riders of continued support and constant updates.
• Harley-Davidson has entered into a partnership which will let Hero MotoCorp to develop and sell a range of premium motorcycles under the Harley-Davidson brand name.

Nissan Magnite first drive review: A one-shot aim at sub-compact SUV is on point

• Nissan Magnite is easily the most compelling offering from the car maker in India in years and years.
• Magnite is tailor-made for the Indian market and Indian sensibilities but how does it seek to mount a challenge to some mammoth rivals?
• Magnite will be launched on December 2.

Tesla deemed essential, workers in California spared from new coronavirus curfew

• Elon Musk, in early May, had defied county orders by reopening Tesla factory, telling county officials he stood ready for arrest.

Kia updates Sorento SUV with two new models made for adventures

• The two new models from Kia Motors, showcased as concepts, are the X-line variants that will have off-road capabilities.

India-bound Jeep Compass SUV facelift version unveiled in China

• There are several design upgrades that makes the new Jeep Compass look more premium.
• Key highlights include a larger infotainment screen and a digital instrument cluster that is now digital.

Tesla shatters records, stocks hit the top ahead of S&P 500 debut

• Tesla extended its rally ahead of its December debut in the S&P 500, with its market value nearing $500 billion.

No helmets? This state plans to suspend driver's licence as new rule

• In 2019, two-wheelers were involved in nearly 50 per cent of all accidents recorded in the state.

Hyundai i20 scores 20,000 bookings in 20 days, 4,000 delivered in Diwali season

• Hyundai informs over 85 % of all customers have opted for Sportz and above trims on the new i20 2020.
• Hyundai i20 has a starting price of ₹6.79 lakh (ex showroom).

KTM 250 Adventure launched in India at ₹2.48 lakh

• Powering the KTM 250 Adventure is the same 248.8cc, single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that is also found on 250 Duke.
• The KTM 250 Adventure makes 30 hp and has 23 Nm of torque on offer.

Petrol, diesel prices hiked for the first time in two months

• Petrol and diesel prices have remained same since end of September.
• Price hike comes as part of daily price revision after spike in crude oil prices globally.

Yamaha introduces colour customization option for MT-15

• Prospective customers can choose from 11 combinations while purchasing a new MT-15 and that deliveries will commence based on the preferred choice from January of 2021 onwards.

Nissan Magnite to officially launch in India on December 2

• Nissan Magnite promises to rev up the already charged sub-compact SUV segment in the country.
• Magnite will be offered in four grades and has two petrol engines on offer.

MG Motors looks at creating in roads in Pakistan, gets 10,000 orders for MG-HS

• MG Motors reportedly plans to drive in several new models in Pakistan in 2021, including sedans and hatchbacks.
• MG is counting on its British roots to find favour among car buyers in the country.

Kia is readying an electric crossover SUV, puts it to test at Nurburgring

• Kia Motors may showcase the electric crossover SUV in 2021 as first of its seven battery-powered offerings set to take center stage in the EV ecosystem.

Nissan, Renault aim to wage sub-compact SUV price war with Magnite and Kiger

• Nissan Magnite is likely to be priced aggressively, undercutting most of its rivals.
• Upcoming Renault Kiger is expected to tread a similar path, triggering a price war in the keenly-contested segment.

Tesla Model S, Model Y EVs a put-off for many due to poor quality: Survey

The auto-reliability survey, focussed on electric vehicles, also found out that Porsche Taycan EV was also not favoured by consumers due to finicky connectivity and infotainment technology.

Jaguar makes move to make US ban imports of Porsche, Audi SUVs. Here's why

• Jaguar is taking the fight to Volkswagen camp and has accused Porsche, Audi and Lamborghini of using its patented Terrain Response technology without permission.
• Jaguar wants to block imports of Porsche’s Cayenne, Lamborghini Urus; Audi Q8, Q7, Q5, A6 Allroad and e-tron vehicles, among others.

1,000 LNG stations in next 3 years for low-cost, low emission transport

• The initial 50 LNG stations are being set up on the Golden Quadrilateral highways connecting four metros of Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata.

Repsol Honda editions of Hornet 2.0, Dio unveiled. Price and other details here

• Honda is looking at offering a racing visual feel in Hornet 2.0 and Dio by offering graphic elements and orange wheel rims.

Mercedes Maybach S-Class 2021 makes global debut, raises levels of opulence

• Mercedes Maybach S-Class 2021 seeks to further push the boundary of what automotive luxury is all about.
• The car gets multiple screens inside its opulent cabin.

Nissan Magnite mileage figures revealed, fuel economy of 20kmpl for turbo manual

• Nissan Magnite will be offered in a 1.0 litre petrol and 1.0 litre turbo petrol with manual transmission, and 1.0 litre turbo petrol with CVT option.

Tata Motors cheers 4 million cars on Indian roads with drive down memory lane

• Tata Motors is highlighting what it says is one of the youngest and safest product portfolios in Indian car market.

Hyundai Elantra 2021 gets two 10.25 inch screens, features to rival luxury cars

• Hyundai Elantra 2021 gets a massive touchscreen panel that is the crown on an extensive feature list.
• An enhanced voice recognition system may be used to control functions such as climate, fan speed and even front and back seat cooling and heating.