Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer Honda has launched the ADV160 in India at Rs 1,70,000 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), with bookings now open nationwide. The Honda ADV160 can be booked for Rs 5,000 through the brand's website or at any RedWing and BigWing showroom.

Japanese carmaker Mitsubishi has confirmed September 2, 2026, as the global unveiling date for the fifth-generation Pajero, with commercial rollout expected to begin in early 2027. Unlike the outgoing unibody model, the new Mitsubishi Pajero will switch back to a body-on-frame construction.

Indian helmet manufacturer Steelbird has launched the Fairy, an open-face helmet designed for women riders, timed to coincide with Raksha Bandhan and priced from Rs. 1,299. The helmet pairs a colourful design with basic safety and convenience features meant for everyday use.

The top 10 motorcycles in India recorded combined sales of 8,70,829 units in July 2026, up from 7,22,103 units in July 2025. This marked a YoY growth of 20.60% for the top 10 motorcycles, with overall volumes rising by 1,48,726 units.

Indian two-wheeler manufacturer Bajaj Auto has launched the new-generation Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150, marking one of the biggest updates yet for both nameplates as it celebrates 25 years of the Pulsar brand.

Ultraviolette has launched a new riding academy in India that offers structured track and off-road training for both electric and internal-combustion motorcycle riders. The academy brings the company's existing Track Attack and Into the Wild programmes under one platform.

Hyundai Motor India will raise prices across its model range from September 1, 2026, the carmaker said in a regulatory filing with the BSE. The Hyundai price hike marks the third such revision this year, with costs rising by as much as 1 percent depending on the model and variant.

Bajaj's upcoming adventure motorcycle has been spotted testing in India once again, with fresh spy shots revealing a TFT instrument cluster, updated switchgear and near-production bodywork ahead of its launch.

German carmaker Volkswagen has confirmed a new sub-4-metre SUV for the Indian market, with the compact model set to arrive by 2027. The upcoming Volkswagen SUV will be built on the same India-specific MQB A0 IN platform that underpins the Skoda Kylaq.

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd (TMPV) will raise prices across its car and SUV lineup by up to Rs 25,000, effective September 1, 2026. The Tata Motors price hike covers both ICE and EV models, with the increase varying by vehicle and variant.

Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited (MLMML) has crossed 4 lakh cumulative electric vehicle sales, becoming the first commercial vehicle manufacturer in India to reach the milestone. The company confirmed the achievement on Wednesday across its passenger and cargo electric vehicle range.

German luxury carmaker BMW has opened bookings for the i5 LWB sedan in India, with the electric sedanl set for launch in the coming weeks. The BMW i5 LWB will be the brand's second locally assembled EV in the country, built at the Chennai plant after the iX1 LWB. BMW will also offer a First Edition of the i5 LWB, limited to the first 99 buyers.

Bangalore-based EV manufacturer Simple Energy has confirmed the name of its upcoming family electric scooter as the Wave, with the launch scheduled for September 2, 2026. The Simple Wave was previously referred to as the Arrive through its testing and development phase.

German luxury carmaker BMW has launched the X1 LWB in India at Rs 49.90 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most affordable model in the X1 range. The long-wheelbase SUV joins the standard-wheelbase X1 and the electric iX1 in BMW's line-up, and it is offered solely with a petrol engine paired with M Sport styling as standard.

South Korean luxury carmaker Genesis has revealed the GV90 as its new flagship SUV, the brand's largest and most luxurious model to date. Based closely on the 2024 Neolun concept, the production-ready Genesis GV90 EV features a dual-motor AWD setup and the biggest battery fitted to any Hyundai group model.

Czech carmaker Skoda has launched the Kylaq Sportline in India at Rs. 11.32 lakh, giving its compact SUV lineup a sportier trim option. The Skoda Kylaq Sportline variant slots between the Signature Plus and Prestige trims, with a price gap of up to Rs. 60,000 in either direction.

Kia India has officially revealed the India-spec Sorento hybrid SUV ahead of its price announcement on 4 September. Production of the Kia Sorento has started at the firm's facility in Anantpur, with the first unit of the SUV rolling off the line today.

Chinese EV giant BYD has launched the Sealion 7 Dynamic, a new variant of its flagship eSUV, at an introductory price of Rs 41.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The new variant gives buyers a more accessible entry point into BYD's premium eSUV lineup.

Mahindra has launched the 6-seat option of the XEV 9S, with prices starting at Rs 25.25 lakh (ex-showroom). The captain seats replace the standard 3-seat bench in the second row, and the automaker says the layout is aimed at offering a superior experience.

The Indian government has opened preliminary discussions on reintroducing E10 fuel as an additional option for older vehicles, running alongside the mandatory E20 petrol blend, following concerns from owners over compatibility and mileage.

South Korean carmaker Hyundai has revealed the next-generation Tucson, built around a new Art of Steel design language that gives the SUV a boxier, more upright stance than before. The Hyundai Tucson also grows across every dimension and gets a completely redesigned cabin dominated by a large touchscreen.

Ather Energy CEO Tarun Mehta has confirmed the upcoming Ather Konarc electric scooter will feature a metal body, a first for the brand. Mehta shared the reveal in a video posted on X ahead of the scooter's August 29 launch at Ather Community Day.

Skoda has revealed the Skoda Superb diesel in India ahead of the fourth-generation sedan's expected launch in the first half of 2027. The Czech carmaker will bring the range-topping Laurin & Klement (L&K) trim of the Skoda Superb to India as a completely built unit (CBU) import.

Czech carmaker Skoda has revealed the facelifted Slavia sedan, bringing cosmetic updates, new features and a new automatic gearbox option for the 1.0 TSI engine. Pre-bookings for the sedan are now open, with prices set to be announced in the first week of October.

Czech carmaker Skoda has opened bookings for a second batch of the Octavia RS in India, with just 50 units on offer this time around. Bookings begin today, and deliveries are scheduled to start in October.