Tata Motors has introduced Tata.Cars as the new customer-facing identity for its passenger vehicle business, bringing its cars and SUVs under a unified brand.

India has proposed stricter vehicle headlight regulations to reduce glare and improve nighttime road safety. The changes may include automatic low beam for new two-wheelers, lower high-beam intensity limits, a 6,500 K colour-temperature cap and high-beam warning systems.

Karnataka has revised PUC testing fees from August 15, 2026. Two-wheelers now pay ₹80, petrol, LPG and CNG cars ₹150, while diesel vehicles pay ₹200.

Ignoring a traffic challan in India can lead to court proceedings, additional penalties and difficulties with vehicle-related transactions. Here’s what vehicle owners should know.

India could emerge as a major global automotive innovation hub within the next three to five years, driven by rapid developments in AI, software-defined vehicles, connected-car technologies and advanced connectivity, according to Harman India MD Krishna Kumar.

Hyundai Motor India has crossed 8 lakh connected cars on Indian roads and is targeting 10 lakh cumulative connected-car sales by 2027, highlighting the rapid adoption of connected and software-driven vehicle technologies in India.

Honda has reportedly outsourced the development of a new vehicle platform to Tata Technologies, marking a major shift in its engineering strategy. The collaboration aims to reduce development costs, shorten timelines and leverage India’s growing automotive engineering capabilities for future Honda models.

India’s passenger vehicle market remained strong in July 2026, with Maruti Suzuki dominating the top 10 best-selling cars by securing six positions. The Dzire led the charts, followed by the Wagon R and Ertiga, while Tata Punch emerged as the highest-selling non-Maruti model, highlighting continued strong demand for SUVs and compact cars.

Michelin has launched the Made-in-India Primacy 5, its first locally manufactured passenger car tyre, designed for premium hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs. Built for Indian road conditions, the new tyre offers improved safety, ride comfort, durability and compatibility with both conventional and electric vehicles, while strengthening Michelin’s localisation strategy and premium tyre presence in India.

India’s passenger vehicle market reached a new monthly record in July 2026, with sales rising 34% year-on-year to over 4.69 lakh units. Maruti Suzuki crossed the 2 lakh sales mark for the first time, while Tata Motors, Mahindra and Hyundai also posted strong gains.

Maruti Suzuki has commenced commercial production at its fourth manufacturing plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat, making it India’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturing facility with an annual production capacity of 10 lakh vehicles. The expansion will support rising domestic demand, exports and future vehicle launches.

Maruti Suzuki is revamping its strategy to meet changing customer preferences in India. With buyers demanding premium features, SUVs and advanced technology, the company is accelerating R&D, shortening development timelines and planning seven new SUVs by 2030 to strengthen its market position.

The government has directed automakers to replace damaged rubber components in older petrol cars affected by E20 fuel, while reiterating that E20 does not damage engines.

Volkswagen is considering one of the largest restructuring programmes in automotive history, with reports suggesting up to 100,000 job cuts and four German factory closures. The proposal reflects mounting pressure from Chinese competition, EV challenges, rising costs and global trade tensions, while unions prepare strong resistance

Windshield sunshades are a simple and affordable accessory that can help reduce cabin heat, protect your car’s interior from harmful UV rays and improve AC efficiency. Here’s how they work and whether they’re worth buying for Indian driving conditions.

Hyundai and Kia have unveiled Plasma Care UVC, a Far-UVC cabin sanitization technology that reduces germs and odors in vehicles. The system remains under development pending further validation and regulatory approval.

Bajaj Auto is reportedly evaluating Tamil Nadu and Telangana for a new manufacturing plant to support EV growth, exports and future production expansion.

MoRTH has proposed phased automotive cybersecurity and software update regulations under AIS-189, requiring connected and OTA-enabled vehicles to meet new security and compliance standards between 2026 and 2029.

India’s approval of E100 (100% ethanol) vehicle regulations could trigger ₹37,000–50,000 crore in investments across the automotive ecosystem. The transition will drive spending on flex-fuel vehicle development, manufacturing upgrades, ethanol infrastructure, component localisation and production capacity, making it one of the biggest structural transformations in India’s automotive industry.

Engine Protection Cover is one of the most important yet overlooked add-ons in car insurance. Many vehicle owners believe that comprehensive or zero depreciation insurance covers all types of engine damage, but that is not always true. This article explains what Engine Protection Cover is, how hydrostatic lock occurs, why engine damage is often excluded from standard policies, who should consider buying this add-on, and how it can help avoid expensive repair bills during the