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The KTM RC 160 is positioned as an entry-level sportsbike and goes up against the likes of the Yamaha’s R15. It’s the successor of the RC 125, which was discontinued in India primarily due to its low sales and its higher price tag. What engine does the KTM RC 160 use and what are the power figures? The bike uses a 164.2cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine producing 19hp at 9,500rpm and a peak torque of 15.5Nm at 7,500rpm. This engine is paired with a six speed gearbox and gets a slipper clutch as standard. What is the fuel tank capacity, kerb weight and seat height of the KTM RC 160? The bike has a fuel tank capacity of 13.75 litres and a kerb weight of 155kg. The seat height stands at 830mm. What features does the KTM RC 160 get? The RC 160 comes equipped with a fully digital LCD display which offers Bluetooth-enabled turn-by-turn navigation along with an all-LED setup. Additionally, the bike also gets a supermoto ABS mode, where ABS at the rear wheel can be switched off. ...

Honda recently re-entered the high-volume, low-margin 100cc commuter bike space in India with its Shine 100 . The small Shine is offered in two variants and both are separated in quite a few key areas, even before you consider the price. Here, we’ll explain in detail what each variant offers and how much it costs. All prices ex-showroom, Delhi Honda Shine 100 variant breakdown Standard While there are some differences between the two variants of the Shine 100, there’s also a lot that they have in common. For instance, the 98.98cc motor making 7.4hp and 8.05Nm of torque, mated to the 4-speed gearbox as well as the rolling chassis stay the same across both variants. The base variant of the Shine 100 uses a smaller 9 litre fuel tank, a simple twin-pod analogue display, tubed tyres and comes in five dual tone colours. It weighs just 99 kilos and is priced at Rs 65,243, making it one of the lightest and most affordable brand new motorcycles on sale today. DX The higher DX variant ...

The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex is a sportiest variant of the motorcycle. It features some cosmetic upgrades, gets road biased tyres, and a new handlebar that places a rider in more aggressive riding position. Here are 4 reasons why you should consider the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex Improved throttle response The bike makes the same power and torque but the throttle maps have been reworked, and that has made a noticeable difference. The earlier bike had a slightly snatchy response just past 3,000rpm, which could catch you off guard, especially if you were new to it. The power delivery has been tuned to be more linear and it is easier to manage. It doesn’t feel any slower, just more sorted and predictable. The riding modes have also been renamed from Eco and Performance to Street and Sport, and importantly, the bike retains the last selected mode on every ignition cycle. Sportier ergonomics The Apex gets an aluminium handlebar compared to the steel one on the other ...

Tesla has officially pulled the plug on the Model S sedan and Model X SUV , two of its longest-running electric vehicles. "Custom orders of the Tesla Model S & X have come to an end. All that's left are some in inventory," he tweeted. This follows comments by CEO Elon Musk during a January earnings call , where he said that production of these EVs will stop at Tesla's Fremont plant in California to make way for large-scale manufacturing of Optimus humanoid robots, with an annual target of one million units. Last month, Tesla reportedly sent out emails to existing owners stating, "Model S and Model X marked the beginning of the world's transition to electric transportation. [They] also made it possible for Tesla to develop the technology that would move our world toward autonomy. As we make way for this autonomous future, [their] production will be ending. If you'd like to bring home a new Model S or Model X, order yours soon from our limited inven...

An EV derivative of the Tata Safari is set to go on sale in India by the festive season of this year. The Safari EV will take the mantle of Tata’s flagship electric car, which is currently held by the Harrier EV , and will also be the Indian carmaker’s first three-row EV. Safari EV will share underpinnings and powertrains with Harrier EV Minor visual changes expected, new TiDAL architecture to enable more features Production slated to commence in August, will rival the Mahindra XEV 9S Tata’s current electric SUV line-up to be completed once Safari EV launches Tata Safari EV platform and powertrains Leverages Harrier EV's acti.ev+ architecture Internally codenamed ‘Tayrona’ (not to be confused with the Volkswagen Tayron ), the Safari EV will be underpinned by the same acti.ev+ platform as that of the Harrier EV – it’s worth noting that this is an ICE-to-EV conversion, not a born-EV. AWD option expected The Safari EV is expected to retain the Harrier EV’s battery and mo...

Royal Enfield has unveiled a more aggressive and sportier variant of its Guerrilla 450 , known as Guerrilla 450 Apex. It features a more committed riding position, road-focused tyres, and subtle styling tweaks. But mechanically, it is largely identical to the standard Guerrilla 450. Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex vs Guerrilla 450: Mechanical changes The Apex is fitted with a more road focused tyre setup Mechanically, the Guerrilla 450 Apex shares the same platform as the standard Guerrilla 450. Although both models run on 17-inch alloy wheels,they are differentiated by tyres. The Apex is fitted with a  more road focused Vredestein Centauro ST, unlike the CEAT Gripp XL on the standard variant. The bike continues to use the same 452cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that produces 40hp and 40Nm, paired to a six-speed gearbox. Both suspension and braking setups are carried forward from the standard variant. Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Apex vs Guerrilla 450: Style and E...

The TVS Orbiter is the company's most affordable electric scooter, positioned as an entry point into the brand's EV lineup. Launched initially in a single variant, TVS has since expanded the range with a more affordable version. Here's what separates the two variants. TVS Orbiter variant breakdown Orbiter V1 The most notable difference between the V1 and V2 is to do with the powertrain. The V1 is equipped with a 1.8kWh battery pack offering a claimed IDC range of 86km. While this is notably lower than the V2, the smaller battery translates to faster charging times of 2 hours and 20 minutes for a 0-80 percent charge. Power comes from a BLDC motor with peak output of 2.8kW, and the scooter's top speed is capped at 68kph. Despite the smaller battery, the V1 retains all the features and design elements of the V2. This includes the 14-inch front and 12-inch rear wheel setup, colour LCD display, cruise control, and hill-hold control.  The base V1 variant is priced at Rs...

Vinfast has opened the order books of the upcoming VF MPV 7 at Rs 21,000 ahead of its India launch on April 15, 2026. Deliveries of the 7-seater MPV are slated to commence immediately after the launch. The Vinfast VF MPV 7 is expected to rival three-row offerings, including the Kia Carens Clavis EV , BYD eMax7 and Mahindra XEV 9S . from Autocar India https://ift.tt/YqTJOPm

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India’s passenger vehicle (PV) market continued its growth momentum in March 2026, with most carmakers reporting higher sales compared to the same month last year. Maruti Suzuki retained its position as the country’s largest carmaker, while Tata Motors stayed ahead of Mahindra in the contest for second place. Hyundai, Skoda and Honda reported single-digit growth, while Renault and Nissan posted the highest increases. March 2026 sales for each carmaker Carmaker March 2026 sales YoY change (%) Maruti Suzuki 1,69,428 units 10.27 Tata 66,971 units 29 Mahindra 60,272 units 25 Hyundai 55,064 units 6.3 Toyota 35,125 units 23.8 Kia 29,112 units 14.5 Skoda 7,906 units 6.8 Honda 7,585 units 5 JSW MG Motor 6,528 units 19 Renault 5,046 units 77 Nissan 4,408 units 151 Maruti Suzuki Sales: 1,69,428 units, Change: 10.27 percent YoY Maruti Suzuki reported domestic sales of 1,69,428 units in March 2026, registering a 10.27 percent...

After launching the updated models in India in early 2025, the revered Japanese marque - Honda - has pulled the plug on its inline-4, 650cc duo in India. In addition to that, it has also discontinued the X ADV crossover maxi-scooter in India. 1. Honda 650 duo discontinued after being re-launched in January 2025. 2. The X ADV has also been discontinued in India 3. Last recorded price of the CBR650R was Rs 10.40 lakh Honda 650 inline-4 duo discontinued: What to expect? The 650 duo could return in a subsequent allocation cycle Honda re-launched the 650 duo in January 2025, following it up with a string of big bike launches including the CBR1000RR-R SP, Rebel 500, X-ADV , CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP . Of these, the flagship supersport, CBR1000RR-R SP and the Rebel 500 were discontinued soon after launch, likely owing to limited allocations. The 650 duo and the X ADV appears to have gone down the same route, with Honda selling out all units allotted for India. This aligns w...