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The recent GST overhaul has proved a mixed bag for India’s two-wheeler industry. While mass-market motorcycles under 350cc benefit from reduced taxation, premium brands with bigger engines are facing a steep hike. Ducati, whose entire range in India displaces more than 350cc, has been among the hardest hit. With the new 40 percent GST slab […]

Aprilia has introduced a new special edition of its sporty scooter lineup – the SR 175 MotoGP Replica – priced at ₹1.23 lakh (ex-showroom, India). This new variant pays tribute to Aprilia’s RS-GP MotoGP machine, drawing design inspiration directly from the brand’s 2025 race bike ridden by Jorge Martin and Marco Bezzecchi. Racing-Inspired Design The

Audi’s popular entry-level luxury SUV, the Q3, is set to return in an all-new avatar. The third-generation Q3, which made its global debut in June 2025, will arrive in India in 2026 — with a launch expected around the third quarter of the year. India Gets Priority Unlike the previous generation that reached Indian shores

Volvo has officially introduced the EX30, its smallest and most affordable electric SUV in India, at an attractive introductory price of ₹39.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This price is valid for customers who pre-book the EV before October 19, 2025. Post that, the EX30 will retail at ₹41 lakh. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the first

Hero MotoCorp has expanded its scooter lineup with the launch of the new Destini 110, priced at ₹72,000 for the VX Cast Drum variant and ₹79,000 for the ZX Cast Disc (ex-showroom, Delhi). With its stylish design and practical features, the Destini 110 is aimed squarely at the competitive 110cc scooter segment. Design and Features

Ultraviolette has officially launched the X47 Crossover electric motorcycle in India at a starting price of Rs 2.74 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned as an adventure tourer, the X47 is based on the ‘X’ concept showcased at EICMA 2024. Deliveries will begin from October 2025, with bookings already open. The motorcycle makes headlines as the first EV

Renault has introduced a special 10th Anniversary Edition of the Kwid in India, celebrating a decade of its entry-level hatchback. Priced from ₹5.15 lakh (ex-showroom), the limited-run edition brings exclusive cosmetic updates, added safety equipment, and a revised variant lineup for the popular small car. Limited-Run Celebration Model The Kwid Anniversary Edition is restricted to

Skoda has introduced a new entry-level variant of the Kodiaq SUV, called Lounge, priced at ₹39.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Unlike the existing 7-seater Sportline and L&K trims, the Lounge is a 5-seater and comes with some unique design touches and a slightly pared-down feature list, while retaining the same mechanical package. Price & Positioning With the

Bajaj Auto’s electric scooter, the Chetak, has achieved a major milestone with cumulative sales crossing the 5.1 lakh mark since its reintroduction in January 2020. What stands out is the scooter’s recent surge in popularity—over 2.06 lakh units were sold in just the last 10 months (since November 2024), highlighting its growing demand. Rapid Growth

The Global New Car Assessment Programme (GNCAP) has rolled out a revised crash-testing protocol, effective from August 2025, that raises the bar for vehicle safety in developing markets. The new rules, which will remain in force until 2029, place a stronger emphasis on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and side-impact protection. ESC Becomes a Must for