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BMW launched the F 450 GS in April this year, and it looks like they’re not stopping there for their entry-level motorcycles. They’ve just teased another motorcycle launch for October 1 on their social media page, and it could very well be a roadster based on the same platform as the F 450 GS. BMW’s new roadster likely to be called the F 450 R Could start from Rs 4 lakh (ex-showroom) To launch on October 1 New BMW roadster motorcycle What can we expect on the G 310 R’s replacement? Previously BMW 310’s were the brand’s entry-level offerings in India, with both the G310R and G 310 GS discontinued now. The track-focused G 310 RR that still exists is a joint project with TVS. In April, the German manufacturer debuted the F 450 GS built on a completely new platform, with a 420cc twin-cylinder engine with 48hp and 43Nm of torque, intended to be an adventure tourer. With a segment-first ERC (Easy Ride Clutch) and a 178kg kerb weight, the F 450 GS turned the spotlight onto itself quite su...

All you need to know about Tata Aeris ahead of launch tomorrow

Tata Motors is set to launch the Aeris on September 25, 2026, both in internal combustion (ICE) and fully electric (EV) avatars. The Aeris is essentially a rebranded Tigor facelift, and the upcoming sub-4-metre sedan has already been previewed through official teasers and design patent filings. Here’s all you need to know about the Tata Aeris before it breaks cover tomorrow. 1. How will the Tata Aeris look? The Aeris gets a sleeker face and new lighting without losing the Tigor's notchback profile Compared to the Tigor, the new Tata Aeris will sport a sleeker front fascia featuring slim LED headlamps and thin LED DRLs. The official teaser also confirms LED fog lamps and C-shaped elements in the front bumper. Patent images suggest sharper-looking connected tail-lamps, with the number plate having been moved from the bootlid to the bumper. Design patent of the Aeris as filed by Tata Motors. Other changes expected include a new shoulder line and wheel designs, plus a new purple co...

Bajaj bets on all-new Pulsar 125 and 150 to regain market share

Twenty five years after the Pulsar first changed Bajaj Auto's position in India's motorcycle market, the company is rebuilding two of the brand's oldest nameplates as competition intensifies in the segments that sit at the heart of its domestic motorcycle strategy. Recently, Bajaj unveiled ground-up updates to the 125 and 150 , retaining their familiar "classic" identity while changing everything underneath . The move comes as both motorcycles face pressure at home, even as the Pulsar franchise continues to grow internationally. Pulsar 125 faces heat from the commuters and the sporty 125s Pulsar 150 has to defend a class that’s pressured by both 125s and 160s Exports are currently making up for the sales lost domestically Classic Pulsar 125: Facing pressure from commuters and sporty 125s Honda sells more commuters, Hero and TVS lead the sporty 125 charge The Pulsar 125 competes in one of India's largest motorcycle categories, but Bajaj has lost ground in it...

Bentley Torcal revealed ahead of mid-2027 India launch

For 107 years, Bentley has been defined by what sits under the bonnet: supercharged Blowers, mighty W12s and thundering V8s. The Torcal has none of that. It's Bentley's fourth model line and its first electric car. It slots in below the Bentayga, and it will never get a petrol engine. Bentley also calls it the template for every Bentley that follows, whatever the powertrain. Like many modern Bentleys, the Torcal is named after a natural wonder. El Torcal de Antequera is a dramatic landscape of weathered limestone in southern Spain. The car is also the first Bentley to wear the brand's redesigned, modernised emblem, which was revealed last year. That leaves one question that matters. Take away the engine, and is it still a Bentley? We haven't driven it yet, so the full answer will have to wait. After a close look at the First Edition, the fully loaded launch car, there's plenty to go on. Bentley Torcal exterior design: light is the new chrome Designing an EV for a...

McLaren reveals new logo

McLaren has revealed a new logo for its next-generation models, inspired by late founder Bruce McLaren's parents' service station in Auckland, New Zealand. It also introduces a new bespoke company typeface called McLaren Sans. The new wordmark will be used across cars, merchandise, branding and digital channels, with both McLaren Racing and McLaren Automotive adopting it. The first vehicle to wear the new branding is the 2026 McL 6GT concept , which was revealed last month at Monterey Car Week in California. Upcoming models will also have the McLaren name spelt out across the rear. 2026 McL 6GT concept. New McLaren logo details McLaren's new logo comes over a week after McLaren announced plans to expand its UK operations with a second factory. The company also plans to build its own engines and expand its line-up with new front-engined models with two rows of seats, including an SUV. The new logo uses a wide, all-capital sans-serif typeface, save for the lowercase 'C...

Hyundai Bayon bookings commence

Hyundai has officially commenced bookings for the upcoming Bayon midsize SUV that’s expected to launch next month. Prospective buyers can register an interest online or at their nearest Hyundai dealership. The Bayon will be positioned between the Venue and Creta in the brand’s SUV line-up when it hits the market this festive season. from Autocar India https://ift.tt/izVhetQ

Top-spec MG Hector Tomahawk EV vs base-spec Mahindra XEV 9S compared

The MG Hector Tomahawk EV and Mahindra XEV 9S are EVs that can seat up to seven passengers, but when it comes to variant-wise pricing, the models differ quite a lot. The top-spec Tomahawk EV Essence is priced at Rs 23.5 lakh, ex-showroom, which is close to the range-starting XEV 9S Pack One Above at Rs 23.4 lakh (with the 79kWh battery pack). Here, we compare these trims to see what you get with each EV. MG Hector Tomahawk EV vs Mahindra XEV 9S: Dimensions MG Hector Tomahawk EV Essence vs Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One Above: Dimensions Model Hector Tomahawk EV XEV 9S Pack One Above Length (mm) 4,745 4,737 Width (mm) 1,850 1,900 Height (mm) 1,770 1,747 Wheelbase (mm) 2,810 2,762 Frunk (L) N/A 150 Boot space (L) 192-528 (7str)/ 610 (5str) 527 (7str) Ground clearance (mm) 230 222 The MG Hector Tomahawk EV is slightly longer than the Mahindra XEV 9S by 7mm and it is also 23mm taller, but 50mm narrower. Tomahawk's wheelbase is 48mm longer as well. Overall, the Tomahawk EV is larger than ...

Honda CB500: Price and variants explained

The Honda CB500 is the brand's largest air-cooled, single-cylinder motorcycle in India, powered by a 501cc air- and oil-cooled engine producing 28hp and 43.3Nm. It is available in three variants, with the differences coming down to wheel type and colour options. While Honda has revealed prices for each variant, it has also said that the bikes will only go on sale in the coming months. Here's a breakdown of each variant, along with a note on when each will be available. Honda CB500 variant breakdown CB500 Alloy The base CB500 Alloy is the entry point into the range and, as the name suggests, uses alloy wheels. It is available in two colour options – black and grey – and will be the first of the three variants to arrive, with detailed configurations and full specifications to be revealed in Q3 FY2027. This means sometime between October and December this year, with deliveries commencing shortly after. The CB500 Alloy is priced at Rs 2.75 lakh. CB500 Spoke The CB500 Spoke steps u...

Honda QC3 launched at Rs 1.35 lakh

Honda has launched the QC3 at Rs 1.35 lakh, its third electric scooter for India after the QC1 and the Activa e: . The family EV scooter will have a 3kWh battery that can charge to full in approximately four hours, with a zero to 80 percent fill up taking 2 hours and 40 minutes. Honda has announced that the initial roll out of the QC3 will be limited to five cities across the country: Delhi, Agra, Cuttack, Surat, and Kollam with a nationwide rollout to follow in a phased manner. Gets 32 litres of under seat storage Has a hub-mounted motor, front disc brake Honda QC3: What do we know so far? QC3 will have the most range on any Honda e-scooter in India Like we mentioned earlier, the QC3 will be Honda’s third EV product for India. Both the QC1 and the Activa e: were thought to be too under-equipped for their asking prices of Rs 90,408 and Rs 1.2 lakh, respectively. The QC3 aims to fix that with a bigger battery than the QC1’s 1.5kWh unit, and markedly more range than the Activa e:’s 1...

The iCNG Runabout: Tata Nexon iCNG to Dholavira

Road trips have a useful way of exposing compromises. A car can feel perfectly adequate around town, but add two people, luggage and a boot full of camera equipment, then point it towards a destination over 350km away, and you soon find out where the corners have been cut. This was particularly interesting because we weren’t doing it in an ordinary petrol SUV. We were taking the Tata Nexon iCNG from Ahmedabad to Dholavira and back – more than 770km in total – with everything we needed for an overnight stay and a full shoot. CNG cars traditionally come with a familiar list of compromises. Performance is one. Boot space is another. There is also the assumption that choosing CNG means giving up some of the equipment and driving appeal you would expect from a modern SUV. The Nexon iCNG takes a different approach. Start with the engine. Its 1.2-litre turbocharged CNG powertrain makes it India’s only Turbo CNG offering, and the difference is noticeable on the open road. The point isn’...

Tata Aeris rendered based on design patent and teasers

Tata Motors is slated to debut the Aeris on September 25, 2026. It will be a rebranded version of the Tigor and marks one of the biggest updates to Tata’s compact sedan since its inception close to a decade ago. We’ve rendered the upcoming Aeris based on teasers and a design patent filing by Tata ahead of its arrival. This rendering hints at what the Aeris could potentially look like. Aeris is expected to borrow design cues from the Tiago. Likely to come with petrol, CNG and EV powertrains. Tata Aeris: What to expect? New body panels expected to bring an upmarket look AI Image used for representation The Aeris won’t just have new soft parts over the current Tigor, but will likely get sheet metal changes, as seen on the Tiago facelift earlier this year. Up front, the fascia of the Aeris sports a sleeker look as compared to the current Tigor. This includes slimmer LED headlamps and LED fog lamps, which the teaser also revealed. The headlamps are connected by a black trim, and the b...

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