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SIAM elects Shenu Agarwal as president for 2026-27

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The Society of India Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) elected Shenu Agarwal, managing director and chief executive officer of Ashok Leyland, as president for the 2026-27 term. SIAM is the apex national body representing all major vehicle and vehicular engine manufacturers in India. The decision was finalised at an executive committee meeting during the 2026 SIAM Annual Convention on Thursday. Shenu Agarwal succeeds Tata Motors’s Shailesh Chandra as SIAM president Agarwal served as SIAM vice president during his previous term Agarwal has served as SIAM vice president during his previous term. Taking over as president, he succeeds Shailesh Chandra, managing director and CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles. KN Radhakrishnan (left), Santosh Iyer (right). KN Radhakrishnan, director and CEO of TVS Motor, was elected vice president by SIAM. Santosh Iyer, managing director and CEO of Mercedes-Benz India, took over as Treasurer for the current term. from Autocar India https://ift.tt/qFTnaC...
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Lamborghini Temerario, Urus SE driven in India: Video

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Toyota Ebella vs Mahindra BE 6 performance comparison

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Earlier in 2026, Toyota launched the Urban Cruiser Ebella , its first EV for India. The Ebella competes in the popular electric midsize SUV segment that includes models such as the Mahindra BE 6. First introduced in 2024, the BE 6 was updated in 2026, with ‘ Sporteq ’ added to its name, along with changes to the feature list and a variant rejig. Here, we’ve tested and compared the real-world performance of the Urban Cruiser Ebella and the BE 6 to determine which one is quicker. Toyota Ebella vs Mahindra BE 6: Specifications  Toyota Ebella vs Mahindra BE 6: Specifications  Specifications Toyota Ebella Mahindra BE 6 Battery capacity (kWh) 61 79 Electric motor setup Single, front-mounted Single motor, rear-mounted Power (hp) 174 286 Torque (Nm) 193 380 Kerb weight (kg) 1,815 2,115 Power-to-weight (hp/tonne) 95.86 135.22 Torque-to-weight (Nm/tonne) 106.33 179.67 Gearbox Single-speed automatic Single-speed automatic ARAI range (km) 543 708 The Urban Cruiser Ebella is powered by ...
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Ather Konarc S 125 vs TVS Orbiter V2: Price and specifications compared

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Ather has launched the Konarc with a brand-new EL platform at prices starting as low as Rs 99,999. This makes the scooter an obvious rival to the TVS Orbiter , which was revealed last year to target the urban scooter market. Since the Ather Konarc ’s entry-level variant isn’t due for release until late next year, let’s see how the Konarc S 125, available later this month, compares to the TVS Orbiter V2. Ather Konarc S 125 vs TVS Orbiter V2: Motor, battery and charging Orbiter has more battery capacity and range   Ather Konarc S 125 TVS Orbiter V2 Peak motor power 4kW 2.9kW Rated torque 16Nm NA Claimed top speed 70kph 69kph Battery capacity 2.7kWh 3.1kWh Claimed charge time (0-80 percent) 4h30m 4h10m IDC range 125km 158km Starting with the motor, the TVS Orbiter falls short of the Ather in terms of peak power. TVS has not mentioned a peak torque output for the Orbiter. However, the Orbiter bounces back with a higher battery capacity and range, as well as a quicker 0-80 charge time...
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Honda Elevate discounts go up to Rs 1.79 lakh in September 2026

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Honda has rolled out discounts for the Amaze, City and Elevate models for September 2026. Of the three, the schemes being offered on the Amaze and Elevate remain more or less the same compared to August 2026. That said, the Japanese automaker is providing higher discounts on the City than it did last month. Note that the offers mentioned here are valid from September 1 to September 30, 2026. Loyalty and corporate benefits are the same for all three cars 50 percent discount on Honda’s extended 7-year warranty The City is available with higher discounts this month Disclaimer: Offers/benefits may vary by city and are subject to stock availability. Buyers are advised to check with their local dealer for exact figures. Honda Elevate offers in September 2026 Benefits of up to Rs 1.79 lakh The Honda Elevate is available with discounts worth up to Rs 1.79 lakh this September, applicable for both MY25 and MY26 cars. These come in the form of cash discounts of up to Rs 60,000, loyalty benefit...
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Updated Hero Mavrick 440 spotted with USD fork and a TFT cluster

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Hero Mavrick 440 was the brand’s flagship product at launch, both in terms of price and features. It shared the engine and the platform with the original Harley-Davidson X440 but stuck to a conventional telescopic fork and a simpler LCD instrument cluster. Hero discontinued the Mavrick in India in early 2025, although it continues to be sold as Hunk 440 in the overseas markets. Now, an updated version of the Mavrick 440 has been spotted. Besides the USD fork and the TFT cluster, likely to get ride by wire Expected to retain the 440cc engine and the design Hero bringing Mavrick 440 back in India? The Mavrick was discontinued in early 2025 A social media user has posted a picture of an updated Mavrick 440 with two of the major concerns addressed. First, the conventional right side up (RSU) telescopic fork has been swapped for an upside down (USD) fork. And the instrument cluster has been upgraded to a TFT one, presumably the same one as the Harley-Davidson X440 T , which shares the sa...
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MY2025 Volkswagen Taigun gets up to Rs 3.5 lakh discount in September 2026

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Volkswagen is offering benefits on the Virtus, Taigun, Tiguan R-Line and Tayron in September 2026. The benefits vary by model, variant and model year, and comprise cash discounts, exchange or scrappage bonuses and loyalty benefits. Disclaimer: Discounts vary from city to city and are subject to stock availability. Check with your local dealership for exact figures. Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line discounts in September 2026 Up to Rs 6 lakh off The Tiguan R-Line gets benefits of up to Rs 6 lakh in September 2026. These comprise a Rs 3.5 lakh cash discount, a Rs 2 lakh exchange bonus and a Rs 50,000 loyalty bonus. Customers opting for scrappage can get Rs 20,000 instead of the Rs 2 lakh exchange bonus. Volkswagen Taigun discounts in September 2026 Up to Rs 3.5 lakh off Volkswagen is offering different benefits on the outgoing Taigun and the updated Taigun this month. The outgoing Taigun gets higher benefits, with MY2025 cars getting a cash discount of up to Rs 2 lakh, along with Rs 1 lakh i...
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EVs could improve dealer customer retention, says Hero MotoCorp CBO

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Electric two-wheelers could help dealers retain more customers even as they reduce the need for traditional servicing, according to Hero MotoCorp’s chief business officer, Ashutosh Varma. EVs are currently complementing, rather than replacing, ICE two-wheelers, says Hero MotoCorp EV service retention could reach 85-90 percent Software-based services could create new revenue opportunities for dealers EVs could improve service retention Dealer revenue set to evolve Speaking at a FADA conclave, Varma said the current growth of the ICE two-wheeler market suggests EVs are complementing conventional motorcycles and scooters rather than replacing them. “The way the ICE business seems to be growing, it doesn't seem like EVs are substituting ICE sales. It's just like complementing ICE sales,” he said. One of the potential benefits for dealers could be higher customer retention. Varma said average retention in the ICE business is around 60 percent, while EVs could push this considerably...
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Ather Konarc S 161 review: The next big thing?

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It's not a stretch to say that the Konarc is the most important product from Ather yet, because the company hopes this new EV will help it unlock segments and markets hitherto untouched by it. The question then is, will the Konarc live up to the lofty expectations placed on its shoulders? Konarc Design and Quality - 9/10 Straightforward design with high quality finish The Konarc S is offered in four classy yet inoffensive colours Striking looks aren’t a trait family scooters are known for and Ather wanted to play it very safe with the Konarc to bring in buyers that typically shop for ‘decent-looking’ scooters. While it does look a bit plain, it will still not completely meld into the ocean of humdrum two-wheelers on the road. Further reinforcing its family scooter aspirations are a quartet of very classy, yet inoffensive colours.  Another aspect that the Konarc’s prospective customers will appreciate is its excellent finish and quality levels all across - a typical Ather trait....
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