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MG Hector Tomahawk EV: What’s in a name?

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MG ’s newest SUV has been christened the Hector Tomahawk , but despite the name, it shares nothing with the ICE-powered Hector we’ve known since 2019. The Hector Tomahawk EV and PHEV are the first models on MG’s ADAPT architecture, which will eventually spawn strong hybrids and range-extender hybrids. We drove the Tomahawk EV in sunny Kochi to see how it stacks up in the ever-growing segment. MG Hector Tomahawk EV Exterior Design and Engineering - 6/10 Let’s talk dimensions first. At 4,745mm long, 1,850mm wide, 1,770mm tall and with a 2,810mm wheelbase, the Tomahawk is larger than the Mahindra XEV 9S in all areas except width. Ground clearance, at 230mm (measured to battery), is also class-best. However, these numbers don’t translate to a particularly imposing stance. Instead, it straddles the line between an MPV and SUV. Size doesn’t translate to an imposing stance; it straddles the line between an MPV and an SUV. The design is clean and quite handsome, if a bit uninspiring. The fron...
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BMW i5 LWB real world range tested, explained

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BMW has launched the BMW i5 eDrive35L , the electric version of the long wheelbase 5 series sedan. Compared to the international spec, this India-spec version’s wheelbase has been extended by 110mm. Priced at Rs. 79.60 lakh (ex-showroom), it commands a Rs. 3 lakh premium over its petrol counterpart, the 530Li. We put the BMW i5 LWB through our real-world tests to find out how efficient it really is Claimed range is 669km  Gets five regen modes - High, Medium, Low, B Mode and Adaptive Net battery capacity is 76.3kWh  BMW i5 LWB real-world range and charging explained This BMW i5 LWB is powered by a single motor mounted on the rear-axle, and produces 272hp and 410Nm. It is equipped with a 81.6kWh (gross capacity) battery pack that uses NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) cell chemistry. For this test, we drove the BMW i5 LWB in 'Efficient' mode with the regen set to 'Adaptive'. In Adaptive mode, the regenerative braking is automatically adjusted depending on the road and traf...
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Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV long-term review, 31,000km report

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The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is back in the Autocar India long-term fleet, and after spending the last month with it, I can understand why I was happy to see it return. I have used it for everything from Mumbai office commutes and daily errands to highway runs and even as a cargo hauler, and it has quickly slipped back into the role of a comfortable and effortless family companion. In fact, the more I use it, the more I find myself appreciating just how easy this enormous luxury SUV is to live with. The EQS SUV is a large SUV, and it feels every bit as luxurious as you would expect from a Mercedes . The cabin is beautifully appointed, the materials feel expensive, and the seats are extremely welcoming and comfortable. My family particularly loves the space and comfort it offers. There is plenty of room inside, and the overall ambience is one of calm and refinement. Being an EV, it is also extremely refined, with the near-silence of the electric powertrain adding to the sense of luxury. ...
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Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 review: Familiar, but better

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A lot can change in three years, as it turns out. Back in October 2023 at the Himalayan 450 launch, I would have confidently told you that the older Himalayan’s 411 time was up and that the 450 served as a fitting replacement. Fast forward to 2026 and I will now willingly concede that there is very much a place for the new Himalayan 440 in this market. What’s new and why is it back? A tempting price as well as meaningful improvements Price plays a big role behind this change in reasoning. 3 years ago, the entry level 450 was about Rs 40,000 more than the top 411 - a not insignificant, but justifiable increase . Today that gap has nearly doubled thanks to the agonizingly short-sighted new GST policy that levies a brutal 40 percent tax rate on motorcycles that use engines bigger than 350cc. RE is clearly feeling the heat from the new wave of sub 350cc competition because the reborn 440 is priced super aggressively. In fact, at 2.29 lakh ex-showroom Chennai, it costs exactly the same as ...
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Royal Enfield Flying Flea C6 launched in Europe and UK

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India got the first glimpse of what Royal Enfield ’s approach to an EV would look like with the Flying Flea C6 . Launched in April this year, the C6 is inspired by the WWII-era Flying Flea only in the way it looks, but gained many brand-first features like traction control, customisable riding modes, lean-sensitive ABS, among other things. Now, it’s Europe and the UK’s turn because the C6 is heading there next. Flying Flea is Royal Enfield’s EV brand and C6 the first product C6 has a claimed 154km range in India; 104km in Europe Flying Flea C6 heads to five cities in Europe Indian availability remains limited to Bengaluru Flying Flea C6 uses a magnesium alloy casing and an NCA batterypack Just to jog your memory, Flying Flea is Royal Enfield’s EV brand and the C6 was their first launch. The brand’s website continues to list the scrambler-looking S6 that’s based on the same platform, but the launch timeline on that is still unknown. The motorcycle is powered by a PMS Motor with a peak ...
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Tata Trusts says re-appointment of Chandrasekaran as Chairman is illegal

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Tata Trusts, which own about 66 percent of Tata Sons, have said the Tata Sons board resolution reappointing N Chandrasekaran as executive chairman for another five years is illegal. They maintain that his August decision not to seek another term is final. In a statement issued after the board meeting on September 17, 2026, the Trusts said four directors voted for the resolution. Noel Tata, chairman of Tata Trusts and one of the Trusts' nominee directors on the Tata Sons board, voted against it. The Trusts described the resolution as a "legal nullity" under Tata Sons' Articles of Association. Because a Trusts nominee had voted against it, the Trusts said the resolution was "legally void and without any basis". The Trusts set out their reading of the Articles in three parts: The process for appointing a chairman requires a majority of the Trusts' nominee directors to vote in favour. That requirement applies equally to a first appointment and to the reapp...
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Maruti Baleno vs Tata Altroz: Whose top trim offers more value?

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The Maruti Suzuki Baleno and Tata Altroz offer a wide range of features in their respective top variants. The Baleno Alpha(O) is available with both a 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT, while the Altroz Accomplished+S is offered only with the 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with a 6-speed DCA automatic. Here, we compare the two top-spec variants on features and equipment. Maruti Baleno vs Tata Altroz: Exterior features Both get LED lighting and 16-inch alloy wheels Exterior features Maruti Baleno Alpha(O) Tata Altroz Accomplished+S Headlamps LED projectors LED projectors LED DRLs Yes Yes LED fog lamps Yes Yes LED tail-lamps Yes Yes Alloy wheels 16-inch 16-inch ORVMs Electrically adjustable and folding Electrically adjustable and folding Door handles Pull-type Flush-fitting Rear wiper and washer Yes Yes Shark-fin antenna Yes Yes Dual-tone roof No Yes Both hatchbacks get LED lighting, 16-inch alloy wheels, folding ORVMs and rear wipers, s...
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Mahindra Thar to get yet another facelift soon

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The Mahindra Thar will soon get another facelift, which sources suggest will happen on September 22. Notably, the current-gen 3-door Thar was launched in October 2020 and received a facelift in October 2025 , with slight revisions to the design and feature suite. So the upcoming model will be the second facelift for the second-generation Thar. Test mules of the facelifted model suggest the Thar could get a revised fascia, new lighting elements and fresh alloy wheels. Some feature additions are also expected.  It will get a Thar Roxx-like grille, headlights and taillights Likely to get feature additions like a wireless phone charger Expected to retain the existing powertrain configurations Mahindra Thar facelift: Expected changes Will borrow exterior design elements from the bigger Thar Roxx Image source: @rider_viishal on Instagram Test mules of the upcoming 2026 Mahindra Thar facelift have been doing rounds on Indian roads for some time now, with certain design elements borrowed...
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Maruti Baleno vs Hyundai i20: Whose top trim offers better value?

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For over a decade, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the Hyundai i20 have continuously locked horns in the premium hatchback space. Earlier this year, Hyundai updated the i20 with a rejigged lineup, while Maruti introduced a comprehensive facelift to the Baleno recently. If you’re in the market for a top-of-the-line premium hatchback, we’ve compared the Baleno and i20 on paper to determine the better value pick. In this comparison, we’ve chosen the top Alpha(O) and Asta(O) trims of the Baleno and i20, respectively. For full specs, features, and a price breakdown in our Baleno vs i20 comparison. Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Hyundai i20: Dimensions  Baleno is smaller than the i20 in several dimensions Maruti Suzuki Baleno vs Hyundai i20: Dimensions    Maruti Suzuki Baleno Hyundai i20 Difference Length (mm) 3,990 3,995 -5 Width (mm) 1,745 1,775 -30 Height (mm) 1,530 1,505 +25 Wheelbase (mm) 2,520 2,580 -60 Boot space (litres) 318 311 +7 Overall, the i20 is longer, ...
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