Okaya EV's Ferrato opens pre-bookings for their upcoming electric motorcycle

Ferrato Okaya EV

<ul><li>Ferrato has started accepting pre-bookings of their electric motorcycle. The pre-booking amount is  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>500 for the first 1,000 customers.</li></ul>

Check out what's new with Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2

Bookings for Ultraviolette F77 Mach are open and deliveries will begin in May 2024.

India's Maruti Suzuki slightly misses Q4 profit estimates

Maruti Suzuki

<ul><li>Maruti's standalone profit rose 47.8% on-year to 38.78 billion rupees, compared with analysts' estimate of 38.97 billion rupees on average, as per LSEG data.</li></ul>

Formula E unveils new Gen3 Evo electric race car

Formula E Gen3 Evo

<ul><li>The new Formula E Gen3 Evo builds on the Gen3 car with upgrades to the bodywork and tyres, as well as more efficient use of power.</li></ul>

Statiq announces free charging for EV owners across 4 South Indian states

Statiq EV Charging Station

<ul><li>Statiq kicked off its free EV charging campaign in Karnataka and the company says the tremendous response prompted it to expand to other South Indian states including Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.</li></ul>

Range Rover Sport SV and PHEV variants listed on website. Check details

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SV

<ul><li>Land Rover has priced the new PHEV variant at  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.11 crore whereas the new Sport SV trim costs  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.80 crore. Both prices are ex-showroom.</li></ul>

Range Rover Sport SV debuts with 626 hp, vibrating seats and more. Details here

<ul><li>Range Rover Sport SV runs on 23-inch carbon fibre wheels with optional carbon ceramic brakes.</li></ul>

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SV to be unveiled on May 31

<ul><li>Land Rover Range Rover Sport SV will initially come with a limited-edition specification.</li></ul>

Range Rover Sport Deer Valley Edition is influenced by high-altitude locale

<ul><li>The Range Rover Sport Deer Valley Edition is based on the Range Rover Sport Autobiography P530 V8, and all units will be finished in Deep Gloss Vermillion Red wrap.</li></ul>

Actor Tovino Thomas of Minnal Murali brings home the new-gen Range Rover Sport

<ul><li>Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas of Minnal Murali fame has became one of the first high profile individuals to take delivery of the new Range Rover Sport in India.</li></ul>

Deliveries for all-new Range Rover Sport SUV commence. Check details

<ul><li>Range Rover Sport is available in Dynamic SE, Dynamic HSE and Autobiography specifications.</li></ul>

Range Rover Sport SUV priced at  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.64 crore; bookings open, launch late 2022

<ul><li>Jaguar Land Rover is powered by a six-cylinder 48 V mild-hybrid Ingenium diesel engine.</li></ul>

Range Rover Sport listed on India website, official launch expected soon

<ul><li>Range Rover Sport is a manifestation of the need to offer a younger audience with the styling cues of contemporary times with the famed capabilities of Land Rover vehicles.</li></ul>

Range Rover Sport makes incredible debut, complete with PHEV variant

<ul><li>Range Rover Sport makes a boisterous entry into the world of capable SUVs and Land Rover has even promised an electric-only variant come 2024.</li></ul>

New Range Rover Sport SUV debuts today: What to expect

<ul><li>New Range Rover Sport is claimed to come with a redefined appearance with a host of design and feature updates along with new technologies.</li></ul>

2022 Range Rover Sport: First Look

<ul><li>The 2022 Range Rover Sport SUV has been launched in India at a starting price of  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.64 crore (ex-showroom). In terms of design and features, there is a whole lot more that the new generation Range Rover Sport offers. Here is a quick walkaround video to showcase what all has changed.</li></ul>

2013 Land Rover Freelander video review

<p>The Freelander 2 gets a mid-cycle update, we take it for a quick spin.</p>

Range Rover 2022: First drive review

<ul><li>The fifth-generation Range Rover seeks to be an epitome of excellence in terms of design and performance. But its opulent cabin may well be its best highlight yet. Here is our first drive review.</li></ul>

Range Rover 2022: First impressions

<ul><li>The fifth-generation Range Rover has hit the Indian markets as the flagship offering from Jaguar Land Rover at a starting price of around  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.40 crore (ex showroom). We got a chance to get up close with the SUV to see what it offers. Here are the top highlights of the 2022 Range Rover.</li></ul>

Lexus UX 300e electric SUV: First impressions

<ul><li>Lexus India has been testing the UX 300e electric SUV on Indian roads for some time. Though there are no specific launch timeline shared by the luxury car brand, Lexus has hinted at foraying into the luxury EV space to join the likes of Mercedes, Audi, BMW, Volvo and Jaguar Land Rover. Here is our first impressions of the Lexus UX 300e.</li></ul>

Mahindra XUV 3XO to get these segment-leading features

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Mahindra will launch the XUV 3XO SUV by the end of this month

Mahindra has shared fresh teasers that confirm it will get a panoramic sunroof

Mahindra says it is going to be the biggest sunroof on offer in the sub-compact SUV segment

The XUV 3XO will also get the AdrenoX interface for connected car technology

Mahindra XUV 3XO will be a five-seater SUV which is seen as the new version of the XUV300

The SUV will also come with several design changes compared to the XUV300 SUV

Mahindra has also revealed that the XUV 3XO will come with Harman sound systems

Under the hood, the XUV 3XO is likely to get three engine options, including a 1.5-litre diesel unit

When launched, the XXUV 3XO will take on the likes of Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza among others

Also check out our first drive review of the BYD Seal electric sedan with 650-km range

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Mahindra will launch the XUV 3XO by the end of this month

Will Tesla defer plans of India factory? Low-cost EV strategy stands altered

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<p>Tesla said on Tuesday that it will use its existing factories to build new and more affordable vehicles as early as late this year, leaving investments in new factories in Mexico and India unlikely in the near term.</p>

<p>The world's top EV maker said it plans to raise production by 50% from 2023 to its current capacity of close to 3 million vehicles before investing in new manufacturing lines. "This update may result in achieving less cost reduction than previously expected but enables us to prudently grow our vehicle volumes in a more capex efficient manner during uncertain times," the company said.</p>

<p>(Also read: <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/news/teslas-elon-musk-postpones-india-trip-sources-say-41713587029403.html">Elon Musk defers plans of India visit</a>)</p>

<p>Investors cheered the decision not to take the risks of building new models in new factories, with Tesla shares jumping 12% in after-hour trading despite the company's quarterly results missing financial targets.</p>

<p>"I think it's a positive that he's not just barreling ahead with an expansion plan, ignoring the challenges in the market and the fact that he's doing a cheaper vehicle from the existing product line," said Elliot Johnson, chief investment officer at Evolve ETFs, which manages nearly $6 billion in assets, including investments in Tesla and other EV makers.</p>

<p>Reuters exclusively reported on April 5 that <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/electric-vehicles/tesla-model-2-scrapped-will-focus-on-robotaxi-41712373601413.html">Tesla had scrapped plans to launch its cheap vehicle</a>, known as Model 2, which Tesla planned to build in Texas, Mexico and a third country. The Model 2 had been expected to cost $25,000 and drive Tesla's growth into a mass-market automaker.</p>

<p>Musk had responded to the Reuters report with a message on X that "Reuters is lying." He did not give details and on Tuesday he did not directly address the Reuters report. Instead, Tesla discussed unidentified new models that appeared to be different products.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Reuters is lying (again)</p>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1776272471324606778?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 5, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>In January, Musk said Tesla aimed to deliver the cheaper new model in the second half of 2025, adding that the model will have "revolutionary manufacturing technology" and generate the next wave of growth for Tesla.</p>

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<p>But Lars Moravy, head of Tesla's engineering, said on Tuesday that new manufacturing processes and production lines come with "some risks," and the automaker made a "major shift" to utilize its facilities to build low-cost vehicles in a fast and efficient manner for now.</p>

<p><a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/electric-vehicles/thrice-is-magic-elon-musk-to-meet-pm-narendra-modi-again-heres-what-to-expect-41712763506663.html">Musk had been expected to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi </a>on Monday and announce major investments in an auto factory to produce a small, affordable model. Musk canceled at the last minute, citing "very heavy Tesla obligations" and said he aimed to reschedule the visit for later this year.</p>

<p>Musk said last year that Tesla will "definitely" build its factory in Mexico, but that the timing of the factory would depend on the economy and interest rates that reduce the affordability of vehicles. He also said that Tesla would start the initial phases of construction last year.</p>

<p>Tesla did not respond to a request for comment on Tuesday on its plans in Mexico and India.</p>

<p>Analysts said it would be hard for Tesla to expand capacity while it braces for slowing sales after years of double-digit growth rates. Tesla on Tuesday reiterated that this year, its vehicle volume growth rate may be notably lower than in 2023. Musk added during a conference call that sales would still grow from last year.</p>

<p>Smaller peer Rivian, known for its R1S SUVs and R1T pickup trucks, said last month it would start producing its smaller, less expensive electric R2 SUVs at its existing U.S. factory to hasten deliveries in the first half of 2026. It had previously planned to build the R2 at a new $5 billion plant.</p>

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Tesla to cut more than 6,000 jobs in these plants as it shrinks global workforce

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Xiaomi SU7 EV rakes in over 70,000 orders, aims for 100,000 deliveries in 2024

Xiaomi SU7 EV

<ul><li>Tesla says its low-cost EVs will be manufactured at existing facilities. Earlier, it was speculated that plants in India and Mexico would serve as base for such vehicles.</li></ul>

Vehicles with white LED headlights to face legal action in this Indian state

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<p>Installation of aftermarket LED headlamps has witnessed a massive surge across India over the last few years as the demand for bright white LED lights has ramped up. While several automakers offer white LED headlights in their respective vehicles as factory fitment, many car owners opt for aftermarket installation in case the vehicle comes with conventional yellow lamps. The Transport Department of the Government of Gujarat has reportedly issued a directive stating that the installation of unauthorized white LED headlights in any type of vehicle is now prohibited, claims a report by Desh Gujarat.</p>

<p>The notification reportedly stated that vehicle owners caught with modifications such as white LED light installation will face penalties. The Ahmedabad RTO has reportedly initiated a campaign targeting vehicles with unauthorised lights. In the directive, the Commissionerate of Transport of the Government of Gujarat has highlighted the seriousness of the issue.</p>

<p>(Also read: <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/how-to/summer-is-here-how-to-ensure-your-car-beats-the-heat-41710909360336.html">Summer is here. How to ensure your car beats the heat</a>)</p>

<p>The excessively bright white light emitted by the white LED lights and additional lights can pose danger to the traffic coming from the opposite direction as the glare of the white light may blind the drivers coming from the opposite direction. This could as a result lead to a major and fatal mishap. The directive has instructed all the RTOs under the Commissionerate’s jurisdiction to conduct enforcement drives and submit action-taken reports.</p>

<p>The issue with the aftermarket fitment of LED lights is not only confined to urban areas. On national highways as well, the use of white LED headlights poses a major distraction for drivers and other vehicles, resulting in numerous accidents. The Commissioner of Transport has reportedly received multiple complaints about unauthorized white LED lights causing distractions, which prompted it to issue a written directive for stringent enforcement. The report also stated that besides taking legal action against the vehicle owners installing such white LED lights, the authorities will also crack down on auto accessory shops selling and installing unauthorised white LED lights.</p>

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<ul><li>White LED lights installed from aftermarket often cause distractions for fellow drivers posing a great risk of mishaps.</li></ul>

Confirmed: 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS400 set for launch on May 3rd

Bajaj Pulsar 400

<p>For years, rumours have swirled about a 400cc Pulsar, with enthusiasts speculating and creating renders since the brand introduced the <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/bajaj/pulsarns200">Pulsar NS200</a> in India. Finally, Bajaj Auto has confirmed the launch of its largest Pulsar yet on May 3. As anticipated, the motorcycle will be named the <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/bajaj/pulsar-ns400">Pulsar NS400</a>.</p>

<p>Because the manufacturer is using the ‘NS’ moniker in the nameplate, it can be expected that the frame will be shared with the Pulsar NS200. So, expect it to be a Perimeter frame that will be suspended by upside-down forks in the front and a monoshock at the rear. Braking duties will be done by a disc at both ends. It can be expected that the braking and suspension hardware could be shared with the <a class="autobacklink-topic" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/bajaj/pulsarn250" data-name="Pulsar N250">Pulsar N250</a> and Pulsar NS200.</p>

<p>In terms of features, there would be a dual-channel Anti-lock braking system with three modes for it. There would be Rain, Road and On/Off. There would be new switch gear on offer to control the new instrument cluster which is also expected to be shared with the new Pulsars.</p>

<p>It is an all-new all-digital unit that comes with Bluetooth connectivity through the <a class="autobacklink-topic" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/bajaj" data-name="Bajaj">Bajaj</a> Ride Connect mobile application. The instrument cluster can show notifications, and call management as well. Moreover, there is also a USB port to charge the mobile device. The new cluster can show real-time updates on fuel consumption, average fuel economy, and gear position.</p>

<p>(Also read: <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/auto/two-wheelers/2024-bajaj-pulsar-n250-launched-with-new-console-usd-forks-priced-at-rs-1-51-lakh-41712701454533.html">2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250 launched with new console, USD forks; Check prices</a>)</p>

<p>As of now, it is not confirmed which engine Bajaj will use for the upcoming NS400. It could be the 373 cc unit that is doing duty on the <a class="autobacklink-topic" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/bajaj/dominar400" data-name="Dominar 400">Dominar 400</a> and comes from the previous-gen <a class="manualbacklink" target="_blank" href="https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/ktm/390duke">390 Duke</a>. Or, the brand will rework the new 399 cc engine that made its debut with the new-gen 390 Duke.</p>

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2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250 launched with new console, USD forks; priced at  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.51 lakh

2024 Bajaj Pulsar N250

MoRTH builds 12,349 km of highways in FY24, second highest after FY21

Dwarka Expressway

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Tata Punch EV Nexon

Porsche working on second geneation Taycan EV, promises to offer more range

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT

<ul><li>As of now, it is not confirmed which engine Bajaj will use for the upcoming NS400. It could be the 373 cc unit that is doing duty on the Dominar 400 and comes from the previous-gen 390 Duke.</li></ul>

Land Rover Range Rover Sport News

Range Rover Sport SV and PHEV variants listed on website. Check details

Range Rover Sport SV debuts with 626 hp, vibrating seats and more. Details here

Land Rover Range Rover Sport SV to be unveiled on May 31

Range Rover Sport Deer Valley Edition is influenced by high-altitude locale

Actor Tovino Thomas of Minnal Murali brings home the new-gen Range Rover Sport

Deliveries for all-new Range Rover Sport SUV commence. Check details

Range Rover Sport SUV priced at ₹1.64 crore; bookings open, launch late 2022

Range Rover Sport listed on India website, official launch expected soon

Range Rover Sport makes incredible debut, complete with PHEV variant

New Range Rover Sport SUV debuts today: What to expect

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