The Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is becoming more popular in India, as more carmakers now offer this once-premium safety tech in mass-market models. These systems enhance driver awareness and safety by using sensors and cameras to monitor surroundings and assist with functions like braking and steering.

The 2026 Kawasaki Z900 has arrived in India, priced at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Following its major update in 2025, the new model carries forward the same aggressive styling and advanced features, with no significant mechanical changes. That said, here are the top highlights about the MY26 Kawasaki Z900.

Jaguar Land Rover has officially resumed production across all its global manufacturing facilities, marking the end of a six-week cyberattack-induced shutdown that cost the company nearly GBP 50 million per week. The final phase of recovery was completed with the restart of operations at the Halewood plant in Merseyside, UK.

The first Tejas Mk1A fighter aircraft assembled at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's Nashik facility has completed its maiden flight, marking a key step in India's indigenous light combat aircraft programme. The sortie took place soon after the commissioning of new Tejas and HTT-40 assembly lines at the facility.The aircraft took off following final system checks and clearances from the Aeronautical Development Agency and the Indian Air Force. Upon landing, it received a ceremonial water cannon salute, marking the debut of the Tejas Mk1A from HAL's newly inaugurated Nashik line.

Indian Railways is entering a new phase of transformation. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans to construct 7,000 km of Dedicated Passenger Corridors by 2047, designed for maximum speeds of 350 km/h. The corridors will operate under the government's Viksit Bharat vision, modernising long-distance travel infrastructure.Speaking at IREE 2025 in New Delhi, Vaishnaw said the corridors will run trains at around 320 km/h, supported by advanced Operations Control Centres and indigenously developed signalling systems. These corridors are planned with state-of-the-art track geometry and train protection technologies to meet high-speed operational requirements.

Just weeks after introducing Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) on the Nexon EV, Tata Motors has extended the same suite of active safety technologies to the petrol-powered Nexon. The system is offered exclusively on the top-spec Nexon Fearless +PS variant with the 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine paired to a dual-clutch automatic (DCA) gearbox.

Indian helmet manufacturer Steelbird has launched the new SBH-32 Aeronautics helmet, introducing in-built Bluetooth connectivity and dual safety certifications in time for Diwali. The Steelbird SBH-32 Aeronautics helmet is priced at ₹4,399.The Steelbird SBH-32 Aeronautics is positioned as a smart helmet for the modern commuter, offering in-built Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for calls, navigation, and music. Steelbird claims that the SBH-32 Aeronautics Bluetooth setup offers up to 48 hours of talk time and 110 hours of standby, thereby reducing the need for frequent recharging.

Czech carmaker Skoda has launched the 2025 Octavia RS in India at ₹49.99 lakh (ex-showroom), bringing back the brand's performance sedan in limited numbers. Only 100 units of the 2025 Skoda Octavia RS have been allocated for the country, and all have already been sold out.Bookings opened on October 6, and the company confirmed that every unit was spoken for within days. Deliveries for the new Octavia RS are set to begin on November 6, 2025. The new 2025 Skoda Octavia RS returns as a fully imported model.

Nissan Motor India has expanded its CNG retrofitment program to include the New Nissan Magnite BR10 EZ-Shift (AMT). This follows the positive response received earlier this year when the retrofitment option was launched for the manual transmission variants.

Kawasaki has introduced the MY26 Versys 1100 in India, priced at Rs 13.79 lakh, continuing its legacy as a powerful and versatile adventure tourer. Introduced earlier in 2025 as the successor to the Versys 1000, the Versys 1100 has been refined further for its 2026 model year, offering improved engine performance, enhanced ride dynamics, and a more engaging touring experience.

Nissan India has launched a dealer-fitted CNG kit for the Magnite AMT (EZ-Shift) lineup, priced at ₹71,999 over the respective petrol variant. The retrofit option is now available for all manual and AMT versions powered by the 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, and rollout has begun across 13 states.The introduction makes the Magnite one of the few compact SUVs in India offering an automatic transmission paired with a CNG option. Nissan has confirmed that the CNG setup is factory-approved and installed exclusively at authorised dealerships, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards without third-party involvement.

Triumph Motorcycles has revised the prices of its models in India following the recent GST update. While the manufacturer had earlier confirmed that its India-made 400cc models, including the Speed 400, Scrambler 400 X, and Thruxton 400, would not see any price revision, most of the larger-capacity motorcycles in the portfolio have become more expensive. The price increase ranges up to Rs 1.58 lakh, depending on the model.

Toyota has introduced a new special edition of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, called the Hyryder Aero Edition, adding a sportier flair to its popular mid-size SUV. The Aero Edition comes with an exclusive body styling kit priced at an additional Rs 31,999, available across all variants of the Hyryder lineup.

Tata Motors has refreshed the 2025 Nexon lineup with the introduction of level-1 ADAS and a new Red Dark edition, priced from ₹12.44 lakh (ex-showroom). The update to the Tata Nexon adds Level 1 advanced driver assistance technology to its equipment list. The Level 1 ADAS system is available on the top-end Fearless Plus S variant of the Tat Nexon equipped with the 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine and 7-speed DCT gearbox. Priced ₹26,000 higher than the non-ADAS version, this marks the first time the Nexon has featured advanced driver aids.

South Korean carmaker Kia has expanded the Carens Clavis EV lineup for the festive season with two new trims, HTX E and HTX E [ER], priced at ₹19.99 lakh and ₹21.99 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. The new trims raise the variant count of the Kia Carens Clavis EV to six.The Carens Clavis EV, Kia's first electric vehicle manufactured in India, has seen strong market traction since launch. According to Kia, customer feedback highlighted the need for variants that balance premium features and affordability, hence the launch of the new HTX E trims.

TVS has entered the middleweight adventure touring segment with the launch of the Apache RTX 300, priced from Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The "RTX" moniker stands for Rally, Tourer, and Xtreme, highlighting the bike's all-round capabilities across tarmac and trails.

British bikemaker Triumph has launched the Speed Triple 1200 RX in India, priced at ₹23.07 lakh (ex-showroom). The Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RX is a limited-edition model, capped at 1,200 units globally, making it one of the rarest Triumphs on the road today.Under the skin, the Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RX borrows heavily from the 1200 RS. The Speed Triple 1200 RX is powered by the 1,163 cc inline-three, liquid-cooled engine that produces 183 hp at 10,750 rpm and 128 Nm of torque at 8,750 rpm.

Tata Motors has announced its October 2025 consumer schemes, offering comprehensive discounts and corporate benefits across nearly every model in its portfolio. The campaign, valid through October 2025, covers both MY 2024 and MY 2025 cars and SUVs, including petrol, diesel, CNG and electric variants.For MY 2025 models, the Tiago Petrol & CNG receives a consumer discount of ₹10,000, exchange bonus of ₹15,000 and additional corporate or institutional benefits up to ₹10,000, bringing potential savings to ₹35,000.

TVS Motor Company has launched its all-new Apache RTX, marking the brand's entry into the adventure touring motorcycle space. Prices start at Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Brazil-manufactured Citroen Basalt has received a 0-star safety rating in the latest Latin NCAP crash tests, a stark contrast to the 4-star Bharat NCAP rating achieved by the India-made version in October 2024. Both models are built on the CMP platform, but differences in safety equipment appear to have played a significant role in the diverging results.

TVS Motor Company has launched the all-new TVS Apache RTX, marking its entry into the adventure rally touring space. Prices for TVS Apache RTX start at ₹1.99 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). At the heart of the new TVS Apache RTX is a 299.1cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke DOHC RT-XD4 engine delivering 36PS at 9,000rpm and 28.5Nm of torque at 7,000rpm. The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox, featuring an assist and slipper clutch and a bi-directional quickshifter.

After months of teasers and prototype showcases, KTM has finally unveiled the production-spec 990 RC R, the long-awaited spiritual successor to the iconic RC8. The supersport motorcycle has been launched in the US at USD 13,949 (approximately Rs 12.38 lakh) and represents KTM's return to the high-performance sportbike segment.

British SUV specialist Land Rover has introduced two new special editions of the Discovery in India - the Gemini Edition and the Tempest Edition - priced at ₹1.26 crore and ₹1.39 crore (ex-showroom), respectively. The new models replace the outgoing S and Metropolitan trims and bring sharper styling along with updated features.The Discovery Gemini Edition is positioned as the more accessible variant in the Discovery lineup. It features a gloss black roof, silver-finished skid plates, 21-inch silver alloy wheels, and a silver-accented grille. Buyers can choose from body colours such as Sedona Red, Fuji White, Santorini Black, and Eiger Grey, among others, from the standard palette, with the exception of Charente Grey.

TVS Motor Company is all set to make a grand entry into the adventure motorcycle segment with the launch of its first-ever adventure tourer, the TVS Apache RTX 300, on October 15. This highly anticipated model will be based on an all-new platform designed specifically for adventure touring.

Skoda-Volkswagen India is in advanced discussions with the JSW Group for a potential equity partnership aimed at supporting its next phase of operations in the country, claims a new report by Autocar Professional.