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Yamaha has revealed the FZ-S Fi Hybrid model at the Auto Expo 2025. This bike gets an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) providing a small electric boost, silent start, start/stop tech and a Bluetooth-compatible TFT display. The FZ-S Hybrid is the first bike in India to use this system. The FZ-S Hybrid is still powered by the same 149cc engine It gets a Bluetooth-compatible TFT display  The indicators have been repositioned to the fuel tank The hybrid tech on the Yamaha FZ-S Fi Hybrid is courtesy of an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG), similar to Yamaha and TVS scooters, which provides a small electric boost to bump up the maximum output of the bike. Two other features that will be also bundled into the FZ-S now will be start/stop tech and a silent start. The FZ-S’s air-cooled, 149cc, single-cylinder engine currently makes 12.4hp and 13.3Nm in the standard bike, so expect a small increment on this hybrid model.  The other change is the presence of a colour TFT displa...

The prices of the  Mahindra Thar Roxx  have been hiked with immediate effect, ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 60,000, depending on the variant. Last month, the company announced that it would increase the prices of its SUVs due to rising input costs. Deliveries of the Roxx are currently underway in full swing. Thar Roxx petrol top model's price has increased by Rs 50,000 The price of its diesel top model is up by Rs 60,000 Deliveries of the Thar Roxx 4X4 with Mocha interior will begin soon Mahindra Thar Roxx prices as of January 2025 For the  Mahindra  Thar Roxx petrol, prices for all variants, except the top-spec AX7L, remain unchanged. The line-up starts at Rs 12.99 lakh for the entry-level MX1 MT variant. The petrol automatic range starts at Rs 14.99 lakh, while the top-spec automatic variant, the AX7L AT, now costs Rs 20.49 lakh – an increase of Rs 50,000 from last year. This variant sees a price hike of 2.5 percent.  Mahindra Thar Roxx petro...

Aside from working on the Splendor electric and other self-developed projects, Hero MotoCorp is also working on a number of models with the American electric motorcycle maker Zero Motorcycles. These EVs should see light of day around 2026-27 and will be aimed at the premium price points in the 350cc and above equivalent segments. Six e-bikes being readied under the Vida banner 500-600cc equivalent e-bikes being built with Zero Some premium e-bike concepts could debut in 2026 Last year, Hero MotoCorp revealed that it plans to launch over a dozen electric two-wheeler models without disclosing the exact segments, price points and timeline. A portfolio of six electric motorcycles under the Vida range and another four motorcycles under its alliance with Zero Motors starting from 2025-26 were under plans. Our sister publication, Autocar Professional , learns that the automaker is working to roll out two electric motorcycles equivalent to 500-600 cc models with Zero Motors in 202...

Few cars boast brand equity as strong as the Hyundai Creta. This formidable midsize SUV has long dominated its segment, thanks to its well-rounded packaging, feature-rich appeal and diverse powertrain options. Now, Hyundai has taken the winning Creta formula and electrified it, giving rise to the Creta Electric. The big question is if this battery-powered version can replicate the success of its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart. The Creta Electric is built on the ICE platform, but it has undergone significant reworking to accommodate its electric powertrain. The cabin floor sits slightly higher to make room for the battery pack, the suspension has been stiffened to handle the additional weight, and the front wheels are powered by an electric motor. Despite these changes, the Creta Electric retains the dimensions of its ICE sibling, including an impressive 200mm (unladen) ground clearance. An "electric" badge on the bootlid and pixelated accents on the bumper s...

Maruti is all set to enter the fast-growing EV market in India with the launch of the e Vitara by March this year. The brand has also begun work on an entry-level electric hatchback (codenamed Y2V), which is likely to enter production by 2028. Maruti plans to launch six EVs by 2031 Y2V EV hatch development on in full swing Y2V likely to be based on Suzuki eWX concept hatchback Sources tell us that the Maruti Y2V electric hatchback is the first EV designed and developed locally by Maruti to cater to the affordable end of the market. The company anticipates a five-year production volume of approximately 2,50,000 units. Unlike the much bigger e Vitara electric SUV (codenamed YV8), which was designed with a 60kWh battery, the Y2V will feature a 35kWh battery. This entry-level electric hatchback could be based on the Suzuki eWX concept shown earlier. While the Y2V’s development is in full swing, our sister publication Autocar Professional learns that the final decision on commerci...

Hero MotoCorp, India’s largest two-wheeler maker, has been on the fringes of the electric vehicle market. However, the automaker is now set to accelerate its mainstream zero-emission market play. According to sources familiar with the company’s plans, Hero MotoCorp has lined up half a dozen new models over the next 2-3 years, ranging in price from entry-level scooters to dirt bikes and high-performance electric motorcycles. The Splendor EV will be Hero's first mass-market e-bike  The Vida Lynx electric dirt bike is also coming in 2026 150cc and 250cc equivalent Hero e-bikes are also being planned Hero MotoCorp plans Splendor EV, eyes slew of other electric motorcycles Sources say an electric variant of the popular  Hero Splendor  is one of the company's most significant projects. The product has been under development at its technology centre, CIT, in Jaipur for nearly two years and is scheduled for launch in 2027. People in the know say the Splendor project is na...

Honda has once again updated one of its two-wheelers. This time, it’s the Dio, which gets a new TFT display and is now OBD2B-compliant. Dio’s available in 2 variants, 5 colours It now has a 4.2-inch full TFT display Prices have increased by up to Rs 7,985 2025 Honda Dio update details Honda has been updating and making its complete line-up OBD2B-compliant. The new norms came into effect this year. The Dio has also received an upgrade in its feature list in the form of a 4.2-inch full TFT colour display, which gives you a host of information such as the mileage indicator, trip meters, an eco indicator and distance to empty. The Dio also gets a USB type-C charging port to charge your device on the move.   Powering the Dio is the same 109.51cc, single-cylinder PGM-FI engine that is now OBD2B-compliant. It develops 7.8hp and 9.03Nm, and Honda has equipped the Dio with an idling-stop system. The 2025 Honda Dio is now available in five colours: Metallic Red, Pearl Black, P...

Porsche will display quite an expansive line-up at the Auto Expo 2025 comprising both ICE and electric vehicles. Some will from its existing lineup of cars in India, while some others will be showcased here for the first time. Notably, Porsche will be the only sportscar manufacturer at the Auto Expo. Let’s take a closer look at what to expect at the German carmaker’s pavilion. Porsche Macan EV Making its India debut will be the new Macan EV , prices of which were revealed last year , ranging between Rs 1.22 crore and Rs 1.69 crore (ex-showroom). The Macan EV moves away from the familiar look established by the original Macan and takes inspiration cues from the Taycan. The interior matches that of the current Cayenne in terms of style and layout, with a three-screen setup spanning the dashboard. In India, the Macan EV is available in three variants: the base Macan RWD with a 360hp rear electric motor, the mid-spec Macan 4 with a dual-motor setup producing 408hp, and finally, the ...

The 2025 edition of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo is just a couple of days away, and we bring you the complete list of all the confirmed motorcycles and scooters, both petrol and electric, which will be at the show. Ampere Ampere has launched the New Magnus Neo   to replace the outgoing Magnus EX. Magnus Neo is visually quite similar to the other variants, save for a dual-tone paint scheme. It is powered by a 2.3kWh LFP battery, and Ampere claims a real-world range of 70-80 km on a single charge. The brand will showcase the newly launched Magnus Neo along with its other offerings at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.  Ather Ather, too, will showcase its full range of scooters. The entry point to Ather’s line-up is the Rizta S , priced at Rs 1.10 lakh, while the 450 Apex is the brand’s flagship model, commanding Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru).  Bajaj The Pune-based company will also be present with its entire line-up, including the recently launched ...

Honda is planning to relaunch the popular CBR650R sportbike in India very soon. According to our sources, the fully-faired, middleweight, inline four sportbike should be making a return to our shores in the coming weeks.  648cc, four-cyl mill makes 95hp, 63Nm Both Honda 650s now get E-Clutch tech Naked CB650R expected to be relaunched alongside Honda CBR650R launching soon, CB650R expected too The Honda CBR650R has always been a popular model in India combining the desirable fully-faired design with a reasonable rider triangle and the sought-after inline four sound. For 2025, the CBR650R has received Honda’s E-Clutch technology, which eliminates the need for the rider to use the clutch lever while shifting and while coming to a halt. And this system weighs just 3kg, the same as Yamaha’s Y-AMT, found on the MT-09 and MT-07 naked bikes.  Powering the CBR650R is the tried-and-tested inline-four, 648cc, four-cylinder mill which is rated for 95hp at a lofty 12,000rpm and...

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While every electric vehicle made in India comes with an official range given by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI), these figures are indicative, and very rarely do EVs achieve them in the real world. To gauge each EV’s real-world range precisely, we at Autocar India put them through our stringent and methodical tests to ensure accurate results. So, without further digression, here are the 10 EVs under Rs 25 lakh that we have tested for real-world range. Tata Tiago EV - 187km Tata Tiago EV real world range Battery MIDC range Tested range Tested efficiency 24kWh 275km 187km 7.77km/kWh Tata Motors’ smallest and most affordable EV comes with two battery pack options: 19.2kWh and 24kWh. The larger battery pack powers a 74hp, 114Nm motor and is said to take the electric hatchback 275km on a single charge. Our real-world tests saw the Tiago EV 24kWh achieve 187km on a combined city and highway cycle, posting a respectable efficiency figure of 7....

Royal Enfield has been working on a larger capacity Himalayan for quite some time now. After being spotted somewhere in Europe last month, it has now been seen testing in India again. Features a distinctive new fairing Gets a higher, upswept exhaust Twin disc setup at the front Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 details The Himalayan 750 will be powered by a new engine that will produce more power and torque than the existing 648cc twin-cylinder unit, which makes 47hp and 52Nm. This mill is likely to debut in the next-gen Interceptor and Continental GT , which have been spied testing as well. The Himalayan is also expected to feature a new platform compared to the rest of the 650cc line-up. The front section witnesses the addition of a new fairing, which is similar to the existing 450 and even pays a nod to the older 411. The same LED headlight that is seen on most other RE models continues on duty here as well. Another welcome addition is the new braking system with twin front dis...

Hyundai will be looking to make a splash at the upcoming Auto Expo 2025 with the much-anticipated Creta Electric . Building on one of the most successful nameplates in the Indian market, it will be Hyundai’s showstopper at the event, with prices set to be announced on the first day itself. Apart from the Creta electric, the carmaker will also have the Staria MPV and Ioniq 9 flagship electric SUV from its global lineup on display at the event. Hyundai Creta Electric   The Creta Electric will be the brand’s first mass-market EV positioned to directly challenge the Maruti e Vitara and the Mahindra BE 6 . It will be based on an adapted version of the Creta ’s ICE platform and will be nearly identical in shape and size, with a few EV-specific styling updates. A cool addition is active aero flaps on the front bumper to aid aerodynamic efficiency. The cabin also remains largely unchanged, save for a new steering wheel and a revised centre console. The Creta Electric will come with ...