Table of contents for May 2025 in Auto Today

The VW Group company Skoda Auto Volkswagen India is ratcheting up its game in the country after the launch of the Skoda Kylaq. Before the company comes up with a VW parallel for the sub-4m SUV, it is launching a slew of imported and assembled vehicles under both its brands. It started off with the launch of the Skoda Kodiaq and is following up with the launches of the VW Tiguan R-Line that will be succeeded by the VW Golf GTI. Under the Skoda brand, the second generation Kodiaq will be followed by the Superb and the Octavia along with its RS variant and we will be seeing the first electric cars from both the brands – the Enyaq and the ID.4. The earlier SUVs in the form of the…

BMW INDIA has announced the BMW M Drift Academy, marking the first entry of the brand into this realm in India. This has been designed for enthusiasts and will host events across multiple cities. BMW M2 and M4 models will be used to teach drifting to the participants, with expert instructors from BMW Germany to coach. The Drift Pilots training course includes mastery in controlling and exiting a drift, throttle control, performing and exiting a half-circle drift and performing and maintaining a full-circle drift in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions. The 3.5 hour long Drift Academy will also award successful participants with Red Badges from the BMW M Academy, as a mark of their certified drifting skills.…

TOYOTA HAS introduced the 2025 model year update for the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. The base variant now starts at Rs 11.34 lakh (ex-showroom), an increase of Rs 20,000 compared to before. Top-variants of the Hyryder now come with 8-way power adjustable driver’s seats, front ventilated seats, sunshades for rear doors as well as ambient lighting. Some trims also gets an AQI monitor, TPMS, LED reading lamps and 15W USB-C charging ports. Safety has been enhanced pan model range of the SUV - with six airbags now standard across the range, and automatic trims now benefiting from an EPB. The AWD V variant of the Hyryder can now be opted for with a 6-speed automatic, replacing the 5-speed manual shifter. Most trims of the Hyryder have received a price hike, between Rs…

SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION and Maruti Suzuki India Limited have announced plans to set up Osamu Suzuki Centre of Excellence (OSCOE) to honour late Osamu Suzuki. The former leader of Suzuki brought Japanese manufacturing concepts that in essence led to the massive growth of the Indian automotive industry. To recognise his contribution and of Japanese concepts, the Centre of Excellence are being set up in Gujarat and Haryana. OSCOE will work towards fulfilling objectives like supporting national high manufacturing growth, raising standard of component manufacturers, to make supply chains of the country globally competitive, build infrastructure and develop programmes in collaboration with academia to propagate Japanese manufacturing philosophy.…

PORSCHE HAS revised the ICE-powered Macan lineup in India, with the discontinuation of the S and GTS variants. This comes as a result of the current-gen Macan being phased out globally, and is likely to be discontinued completely by next year. The only Macan on sale now is the base variant, that comes with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol motor churns out 265bhp and 400Nm of torque. This is capable of launching this performance-oriented SUV from a standstill to 100kmph in just 6.4 seconds. The sole Macan on sale is priced at Rs 96.05 lakh (ex-showroom). Porsche’s line-up includes models several models from the 911, 718, Cayenne, Macan, Panamera and Taycan range.…

HYUNDAI HAS revealed its new-gen hybrid system, that debuts with the Palisade. This system uses two electric motors inside the transmission, one works as the starter and one as the traction motor, that can be combined to a range of internal combustion engines. According to the brand, this system allows smooth gear shifts, reduced noise and vibrations, and can be specced to use rear wheel drive or all-wheel-drive. Unlike other hybrids, this has also taken inspiration from E-GMP electric platforms, and offers certain ‘electric’ features such as a ‘Stay Mode’ that utilises aircon and infotainment with the engine off.…

AUDI HAS revealed the new-gen A6 sedan for the global markets. This debuts an all-new design ethos for one of Audi’s most vital models. The front gets large honeycomb grille, with slim LED DRLs and headlamps, and a sleeker design overall. Over to the sides, it resembles the older A6, but the shoulder line rises up at the rear, giving it a raised rear, fastback appearance. At the rear, the A6 gets a full width LED light, and and a split tailgate/lower bumper setup. Audi has added optional kit for the A6 that includes all-wheel steering, although this is likely only to be offered on the V6 variant. Inside, the A6 gets a tech-based cabin with three displays, that serve as the main command hub for the sedan. It continues…

PORSCHE HAS taken the wraps off the 911 Spirit 70, a limited-run 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet. Limited to only 1,500 units, this gets retro paint, racing stripes and ‘Pasha’ cabin trim. It comes with Olive Neo paint, along with Bronzite on some lower sections as well as iconic ‘Fuchs-style’ wheels. Being a cabriolet, it gets a blacked out soft top as well. Inside, the 911 gets Pasha pattern for the seats, door panels and upholstery, with black and Olive Neo colours that match the exterior. This is mixed with modern 911 bits like the 12.65-inch digital display with classic gauges, scales and green digits. The Sport Chrono stopwatch has green digits and white hands. Mechanically it continues with the T-Hybrid system that gets a 3.6-litre flat-six motor, making 526bhp and…

HERO MOTOCORP has launched the 2025 range of the Splendor+ in India. The model is now available in three variants: Splendor+, Splendor+ Xtec and Splendor+ Xtec 2.0 and adheres to the OBD2B norms. The Xtec 2.0 model now comes with features like an LED headlight and a Bluetooth-enabled digi-analogue instrument cluster. All the variants have become dearer by Rs 1,750, with the base Plus range starting from Rs 78,926 (ex-showroom) while the top-of-the-line Plus Xtec 2.0 variant costs Rs 85,501 (ex-showroom).…

DUCATI HAS partnered with Lamborghini again for another special edition based on the Panigale V4 S. This is the third such project made by both Italian brands and will be limited to 693 units worldwide, of which 63 more units are reserved for Lamborghini Ad Personam owners who can customise it to match their Revuelto. The other 630 units get a black and green livery with the number ‘63’ commemorating Lamborghini’s founding year: 1963. This livery gets a tail section and winglets inspired by the lines of the Revuelto. It has exposed carbon fibre at the fairing, tail section, front and rear mudguard and exhaust cove while also getting a homologated Akrapovič titanium under-belly exhaust with a carbon-fibre tip. This exhaust gives a 2.5bhp boost to the motorcycle that is…

ODYSSE ELECTRIC has launched its newest electric motorcycle, the Evoqis Lite in India. Powered by a rear-hub mounted motor, the Evoqis Lite is capable of hitting a top speed of 75kmph and offers a claimed range of 90km from its lithium-ion battery. It offers features like keyless ignition, multiple driving modes, a motor cut-off switch, an anti-theft lock, a smart battery system and is available in five colour options: Cobalt Blue, Fire Red, Lime Green, Magna White, and Black. The ex-showroom price of the motorcycle is Rs 1.18 lakh…

TOBIAS EBSTER is all set to be the newest rider for the Hero MotoSport team, joining the reigning world rally raid champion Ross Branch and Jose ‘Nacho’ Cornejo. Ebster will debut at the South Africa rally, scheduled from May 18 to 24, replacing Sebastian Buhler, who parted ways with the Indian team after a four-year partnership. The Austrian rider had an impressive run at his Dakar debut in 2024, where he won the Original by Motul category without assistance and finished 20th overall, earning him the ‘Best Rookie’ title. He stepped up to the Rally 2 class in 2025, where he was allowed outside assistance and finished P9. Ebster has a strong background in motocross and enduro, and the guidance of his uncle, two-time Motocross World Champion Heinz Kinigadner. Making a…

The Gateway of India, an iconic landmark that stands tall as an entrance into our beautiful country. It’s beyond Iconic. In yet another edition of Volkswagen Experiences, we took the Tiguan R-Line, the crown jewel of the VW lineup in the country, across some of India’s most iconic landmarks. The atmosphere was filled with excitement, as it usually is with an impending journey of epic proportions at hand. As the convoy readied for the start, it was time for the official flag-off and head out from one of Mumbai’s most iconic landmarks. Since there was a lot of exploring to be done, we got comfortable with the first R-Line in India. Our main stop of the day was to be the Diamond City of Surat. We headed out of Mumbai…

Six airbags | Panoramic sunroof | Tilt adjust wheel | Automatic climate control | Electric ORVMs | Keyless entry I Remote boot release | 12.3-in touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 360-degree camera | Harman Kardon 8 speaker audio | Wireless charging |Level 2 ADAS | Warranty 3yrs/Unlimited km My tryst with diesels has been informative, and spending six months with the Tata Nexon diesel made me gain immense love for what has become in today’s day and age, the cruder fuel, if one looks at the market. But some automakers have not given up, god bless them, Kia being one of them, they offer diesel powertrains in all of their internal combustion engined models, and the latest one, the Syros has driven into our fleet, in its…

Digital display Yes | Tachometer No | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Front | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 1.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Warranty 3 years/30,000km There has been a lot of chatter about the Ather Rizta and that revolves around the design of the scooter especially the rear section. The one thing to note here is that unlike the Ather 450 series, the Rizta is targeted at the family buyer and hence space is of the utmost priority. The straightened out rear section then allowed designers to install a larger seat. Most importantly, the seat is not raking upwards and this allows women to sit one-sided more comfortably. This in turn solves many a problem of this platform. Quite clearly then, it is…

THE DZIRE had received a significant update last year, and this update has reached the commercially sold Tour S model as well. Just like before, the thoroughly updated model is based on the entry-level LXi variant, available for private buyers. In terms of safety features, the Tour S comes with six airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Program, reverse parking sensor and other features. There’s also a new ‘Tour S’ badge at the rear, and there’s also an option to purchase the CNG-fitted model, which is priced at Rs 7.74 lakh (ex-showroom). The petrol-powered Dzire Tour S retails at Rs 6.79 lakh (ex-showroom), and is powered by the same 1.2-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine, which is sourced from the Dzire and Swift. This motor puts out 82bhp and 112Nm of torque,…

TATA NEXON HAS continued its stellar performance at Bharat NCAP, with the 45kWh variant also scoring top results, achieving a 5-star safety rating. The 45kWh variant of the Nexon scored 29.86 points out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 44.95 points out of 49 in Child Occupant Protection (COP). With this, the entire Nexon EV portfolio has scored full 5-stars at BNCAP. The Nexon EV Empowered+ LR variant was tested by BNCAP. It scored 14.26 out of 16 points in offset deformable barrier test. BNCAP gave the SUV 23.95 points in the COP category, dynamic score. The Child Restraint System installation category was awarded full marks, 12 points.…

KIA SYROS has become the first model from the Korean automaker to score a full 5-star rating at BNCAP. The SUV has scored 30.21 out of 32 points in the Adult Occupant Protection category (AOP) and 44.42 out of 49 points in the Child Occupant Protection (COP) category. BNCAP tested the top-spec HTX+ petrol DCT and the HTK (O) petrol manual variants of the Syros. The 5-star safety ratings apply to all petrol variants of the Syros as the safety suite is standard for the model range. BNCAP says that the Syros offers good protection to the passenger’s head and neck but only adequate protection to the driver’s chest and knee. It scored 14.21 out of 16.00 points in the frontal offset deformable barrier test, and scored 16.00 out of…

HYUNDAI HAS launched the Exter EX Hy-CNG Duo at Rs 7.51 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes the Hy-CNG Duo Exter available at a lower price point, earlier starting from Rs 8.64 lakh (ex-showroom). Power comes from the same 1.2-litre petrol motor that makes 83bhp and 114Nm of torque in petrol mode and 69bhp and 95.2Nm of torque in CNG mode, and comes mates solely to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The EX trim comes with H-shaped LED taillamps, digital instrumentation with a 4.2-inch MID, drivers seat adjustment, six airbags and keyless entry.…

KIA HAS revealed its upcoming model, the Clavis. This isn’t a new model, but an improved version of the Carens MPV, aimed at being premium. It gets a new face, redesigned headlamps. The interior is expected to feature new colours, and some added features for the rear passengers. It is also likely to get ADAS, as Carens remains the only Kia car to not feature an ADAS suite. Mechanically, the Clavis is expected to use the same powertrains - the 115bhp naturally-aspirted petrol, the 160bhp turbo-petrol and the 116bhp diesel. Both the turbo-petrol and diesel engines come with automatic transmission options.…

HYUNDAI MOTOR INDIA LIMITED and Indian Oil Corporation have signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) to explore the viability of mass usage of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) that run on hydrogen fuel cells. The two companies will evaluate the lifespan and operational reliability of hydrogen powered cars over a period of two years. As part of the collaboration, Hyundai has handed over one unit of the Nexo hydrogen FCEV to Indian Oil to conduct the testing. The testing process will include running over 40,000km, total cost of ownership assessment, over two years. This is essentially a test to evaluate the benefits of FCEV, and corresponding infrastructure as well as the economic and environmental benefits.…

MERCEDES WILL bring the new-gen Mercedes-AMG GT to our shores. It will arrive in the 63 and 63 Pro variants, marking the return of the flagship AMG to India. Power comes from the same 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 making 585bhp and 800Nm of torque in the 63, and 612bhp and 850Nm on the 63 Pro, mated to a new 9-speed DCT and 4Matic+ AWD. Mercedes claims that the new GT 63 can sprint from 0 to 100kmph in just 3.2 seconds which is the same in the 63 Pro and to a top speed of 315kmph. The AMG GT 63 and 63 Pro are likely to be priced upwards of Rs 3 crore (ex-showroom).…

LEXUS HAS revealed the latest-gen ES sedan, which for the first time debuts with an electric powertrain. Available in two variants, the ES 350e that gets a 225bhp front-mounted motor and the 550e that gets AWD and 343bhp. According to Lexus, the former has a range of 685km on a single charge and the latter can go up to 610km on a single charge according to CLTC. It also gets two hybrid options, including the ES 300h and 350h, both with four-cylinder petrol engines. The design has mainly been inspired by the LF-ZC concept. Inside, the Lexus cabin experience has been overhauled with a display based UI.…

SLATE AUTO a new electric automaker has revealed their first product, simply called, the Slate Truck and this aims to not just revolutionise but also democratise proper electric mobility. Simplicity is key, and it doesn’t get any simpler than this, the truck has a single cab design with two seats and a load bed, but this is also where things get interesting. Optional accessories kits offered by Slate can convert this into a five-seater SUV, along with a large array of personal accessories that can be opted for by buyers. The truck comes without any paint as standard, but buyers can choose from a range of wraps. All of these accessories and kits can be installed at home, or by Slate certified technicians. Creature comforts are minimal, it gets…

THE TVS APACHE RR 310 has been updated to cater to the OBD2B emission norms, receiving some feature additions and a new colour option in the process. The motorcycle rides on the same 8-spoke alloy wheels found in the RTR 310, while offering more electronic rider aids to the users, including launch control and cornering drag torque control as standard. Other than this, the RR 310 now has a longer list of features, including sequential turn signal lamps (TSL) and a gen-2 race computer with multiple language support. Furthermore, you can buy the Apache RR 310 in a new Sepang Blue colour scheme. Prices start at Rs. 2.78 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Red variant without the quickshifter, while the same with the quickshifter can be bought for Rs. 2.95…

KTM HAS stopped production at its Austrian plant due to the shortage of essential components and parts required for manufacturing. The firm’s CEO, Gottfried Neumeister, announced this decision to the employees on April 24 while telling them about a 30-hour workweek with a cut in wages. This is the second time the automaker has halted production at its Mattighofen facility, which restarted production in early April, with only 4,200 motorcycles being produced in this time.…

DUCATI HAS launched the 2025 iteration of the Scrambler Full Throttle in India with updates to its design and a new black and bronze paint scheme. It derives its power from an 803cc L-Twin engine, which puts out 73bhp and 65.2Nm of peak torque and is paired to a six-speed gearbox with a bi-directional quickshifter. It has 41mm KYB USD forks at the front and a KYB pre-load adjustable mono-shock at the rear with a 150mm travel on both ends. With features like a 4.3-inch TFT display, ride-by-wire and two ride modes, the Scrambler Full Throttle is priced at Rs 12.60 lakh (ex-showroom).…

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE has unveiled the Challenger Elite and Pursuit Elite internationally. Limited to 350 and 250 units respectively, the models share the same 1,834cc V-twin engine and feature special paint schemes that are detailed by hand. The Challenger Elite gets a white and red paint scheme, with a black band that separates the top white section from the red bottom. Furthermore, it has elements like shimmering glass particles in the paint, exclusive badges and numbered consoles for all motorcycles. On the other hand, the Pursuit Elite has a dualtone black and green paint scheme complemented by hand-painted golden elements. It also gets exclusive badging, a numbered console mark and a PowerPlus 112 engine cover. Both models are powered by a 1,834cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine making 126bhp and 181.4Nm and mated…

The daily commute is an essential part of our lives. The journey from home to the workplace is often a time for solitude and contemplation. Naturally, our vehicle assumes the role of our second home, and hence, it is essential that said vehicle ticks all the right boxes. Especially when the route to the office can be filled with hurdles like traffic, an important board meeting, and a ticking clock. Thankfully, we had the Skoda Kodiaq at hand to bring the situation under control. It’s comfortable, luxurious and most importantly for any family man, safe and sound for everyone at home. Even before one sets off, it’s easy to get mesmerised by the ‘Simply Clever’ touches like the unique parking ticket holder on the front windshield, or the tablet and phone…

Digital display Yes | Tachometer Yes | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Front | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 1,00,100 (ex-showroom) | Warranty 5 years or 70,000 Km I’ve been riding the Xtreme 125R for a while now and as described in the last report, I was fairly impressed by its design, so this month I set out to find how well that design matches with its performance. Let me remind you that I said that it looks like a more powerful motorcycle. Does that mean it disappoints in performance? Not quite. What you need to keep in mind here is that the powertrain is a 124.7cc engine that puts out 11.4bhp and 10.5Nm, which aren’t very high numbers, but the way that power is…

Digital display Yes | Tachometer No | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Front | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 91,891 (ex-showroom) | Warranty 2 years/24,000km The biggest issue I am facing these days is the problem of whether to ride an ICE or EV! On the ICE front is the TVS Jupiter, which by far is one of the finest scooters money can buy in the country today. Our Jupiter has been doing the rounds for some time and I realised recently that TVS has loaded it with the best lighting package possible. The headlamp is strong and provides a good beam thus illuminating the road perfectly. I do not use high beam at all, but when needed it sure helps brighten things up. But…

JBM ELECTRIC VEHICLES, a wholly owned subsidiary of JBM Auto Ltd., has announced a strategic partnership with Hitachi ZeroCarbon to integrate ZeroCarbon BatteryManager into electric bus transportation. This unique partnership with Hitachi will help in providing real-world insight into the performance and resilience of electrified transport in an urban environment, with the hope of accelerating cost-effective and clean transport in Indian cities. In varied seasonal conditions in India and the Middle East, where weather can change from extreme heat to rain to near-zero temperatures, make it an ideal testbed to monitor and assess the performance of battery assets. Hitachi’s ZeroCarbon Battery-Manager will be deployed in JBM electric buses to collect real-time data from the pilot fleet and deliver actionable insights regarding charging patterns, route optimisation and asset usage. JBM electric…

JSW MG MOTOR INDIA will soon be adding a new variant to the Windsor, called the Pro. This will sit above the current Windsor, and the major change will be a larger battery pack. The standard Windsor comes with a 38kWh battery pack, but the Windsor Pro is expected to be offered with a larger pack, likely to be a 50.6kWh pack. This would give it an ARAI certified range of 450-500km on a single charge. The electric motor however is likely to remain the same, with 136bhp and 200Nm of torque. The Pro will also come with extra features such as ADAS, new alloys and some added tech upgrades. Alongside this, MG is expected to slightly differ the Windsor and Windsor Pro, with minor changes to the exterior and interior.…

MARUTI SUZUKI has updated the Wagon R and Eeco for the 2025 model year. Mainly the update has focused on increasing the safety aspects of the two vehicles, the addition of six airbags standard across the range. Additionally, both Eeco and Wagon R get three-point seatbelts for all passengers. Along with this, the 7-seater variant of the Eeco has been discontinued in favour of a new six-seat variant, that comes with captain seats for the second row. The Wagon R continues with the same 1 and 1.2-litre engines as before, both of which are now E20 compliant. The Eeco meanwhile continues with the 1.2-litre petrol motor and makes 80bhp, and is also E20 fuel compliant.…

SKODA HAS launched the second-generation Kodiaq, available in Laurin & Klement (L&K) and Sportline trims. As before, the Kodiaq is assembled locally in India. Design wise, it is an evolution of the older car, with less sharp elements. It gets split headlamps, with new LED DRLs that continue to the grille, which itself has illumination. While it retains the 2,791mm wheelbase, the Kodiaq is now 59mm longer. It rides on 18-inch wheels that get aero-optimised wheel covers. At the rear it gets slim C-shaped tail lamps and a connected LED strip. The cabin has been heavily updated for the new-gen SUV. The dashboard houses a new 13-inch floating infotainment display, along with three dials for the climate control. The driver gets a 10-inch panel with navigation and a new steering…

BYD HAS launched the 2025 model year update for the Seal and Atto 3. The mid-spec Premium variant of the Seal features FSD (Frequency Selective Damping), while the Performance trim gets DiSus-C system. All variants now come with a powered sunshade, as well as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. BYD also added a new Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery pack, that gets a 15-year lifespan. The Seal Premium is now priced at Rs 45.70 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Seal Performance now costs Rs 53.15 lakh (ex-showroom). The Atto 3 SUV meanwhile gets an all-black cabin, updated with ventilated front seats, while updates have been made to the battery pack, same as the Seal sedan. The Atto 3 Dynamic with the smaller 49.92kWh battery is priced at Rs 24.99 lakh…

THE RANGE ROVER EVOQUE has received the 2025 model year update, adding more features and tech to the smallest Range Rover, as well as the discontinuation of the Dynamic SE and the introduction of the Autobiography. As before, it is brought to India as a CKD. The Evoque Autobiography sits above the Dynamic SE, and gets additional kit, such as a sliding panoramic sunroof, a 14-speaker 650W Meridian audio system, extra leather upholstery, camera-based IRVM, seat cover options, electronically adjustable steering and a suede roof liner. The Evoque is available with one petrol and one diesel option. The 2.0-litre turbo-petrol makes 250bhp and 365Nm of torque while the 2.0-litre diesel makes 204bhp and 430Nm of torque. Both come paired with a 9-speed automatic and AWD system as standard. The new…

MERCEDES-BENZ HAS revealed the Vision V concept, that is based on the brand’s new VAN. EA (van architecture). This previews the next V-Class, and its electric counterpart. A smooth silhouette makes up most of the design elements of the Vision V, with a large closed off grille up front with a connected LED headlamps and illuminated Mercedes logo. Along the sides, it is curvy, and gets sliding doors for the rear passengers as well as aero-grade alloys. At the rear the van gets large square shaped LED strips, with a glass panel at the centre. The concept has an all white interior, and gets unique tube-cushioned seats, while the dashboard houses an advanced version of the MBUX superscreen. The second row, or simply the lounge of the van gets a…

BMW HAS revealed the M2 Racing, meant to compete in motorsport events from next year. The biggest talking point here is the replacement of the regular M2’s S58 six-cylinder, with the B48 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder. This has mainly been done to keep costs low. Amongst its upgrades is the lighter body, racing suspension, custom body parts as well as a carbon roof. The M2 Racing has access to 304bhp and 420Nm of torque. It also gets a mechanical limited-slip differential, KW shocks and BMW M Compound brakes. Inside, the car gets a Sabelt GT-AM racing seat, FIA-homologated roll cage, and a fire extinguisher. Customers can opt for a passenger seat, but air conditioning is standard. The M2 Racing will be seen racing in global competitions from next year.…

HERO MOTOCORP has launched the 2025 Karizma XMR 210 in India, introducing two new variants. The first of these is the ‘Top’ variant that adds features like a USD fork and a 4.2-inch TFT display from the Xpulse 210. On the other hand, the range-topping ‘Combat’ variant brings in a grey and yellow colourway. Price for the base variant remains the same at Rs 1.81 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Top variant demands a Rs 19,000 premium over it, and the Combat variant is costlier by Rs 21,000.…

YAMAHA HAS launched the 2025 iteration of the Aerox in India by introducing some design updates to the scooter and making it compliant to the new emission norms. The most significant upgrade is the new Ice Fluo Vermillion colourway in the S variant, which replaces the Grey Vermillion. Furthermore, the Racing Blue trim now has changed graphics, while the standard can be bought in Metallic Black. The scooter has no change on the powertrain front, as it continues to use a 155cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that puts out 14.75bhp and 13.9Nm and is now compliant with the latest OBD2B emission norms. The 2025 Aerox 155 starts at Rs 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base variant, an increase of Rs 3,000, while the S variant gets a Rs 2,000 price bump,…

SKODA TOOK the wraps off a unique concept motorcycle based on the Slavia B called the Laurin & Klement Slavia B. The cafe racer pays homage to the Slavia B, which was launched back in 1899. Skoda started its journey with motorcycles and bicycles under the Laurin and Klement badge. The Czech brand wants to revive that legacy with this new series, designed by French designer Romain Bucaille, who serves as Skoda’s inhouse designer. The Slavia B concept introduces electric energy to the traditional Skoda two-wheeler design, leaving space where the 240cc, air-cooled engine of the vintage Slavia B was placed. While the original sold in small numbers the concept is not expected to make it to production.…

CLASSIC LEGENDS is all set to launch the updated Yezdi Adventure in India next month. This comes around a year after the firm had updated the motorcycle, with the 2025 edition expected to get a new design, better performance and more features. The engine of the Yezdi Adventure is likely to get OBD2B compliance. The 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled mill churns out 29.2bhp and 29.8Nm of peak torque and is paired to a six-speed gearbox. The motorcycle is expected to continue with features like USB Type-C charging, Bluetooth connectivity, a three-mode ABS (road, rain, off-road), and turn-by-turn navigation. It remains to be seen if the Yezdi Adventure will continue to be sold at its current price range of Rs 2.10 lakh to Rs 2.20 lakh (ex-showroom).…

DUCATI HAS introduced its first periodic maintenance contract in India, named ‘Ducati Protect,’ and aims to provide comprehensive maintenance coverage to customers at a reasonable price. The contract can be had in two options: Ducati Protect Plus and Ducati Protect Pro, offering a coverage of two years or 15,000km and tenure to four years or 30,000km respectively. The Protect Plus pack is priced at Rs 25,999, and the Protect Pro is priced at Rs 68,999.…

VAIBHAV MARATHE took home the victory for JK Tyres at the Chikmagalur Gravel Fest 2025, Round 1 of the FMSCI Indian National Autocross Championship (INAC) 2025 held at Chikmangalur, Karnataka. The Goa racer won in a close fight with teammate Syed Salman to set the fastest time of 02min 57.876sec in the INAC 1 Unrestricted Class ousting Salman’s time of 02min 59.687sec, while Aeman Ahmad finished third crossing the line in 03min 01.786sec. However, the results of INAC 1 2,000cc class were a stark contrast as Salman finished at the top, ahead of Chetan Shivram and Aeman in second and third place respectively while Marathe could only manage to finish fourth. The Gravel Fest in Chikmagalur serves as the first out of the seven qualifying rounds for the INAC Cup…

Six airbags | Sunroof | Tilt adjust wheel | Hill-start Assist | Automatic climate control | Electric ORVMs | Keyless entry I Remote boot release | 9-in touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 360-degree camera | Arkamys premium 6 speaker audio | Wireless charging | Cruise Control | Warranty 3yrs/100,000 km It’s time we spoke about one aspect of car buying in India that’s become more prominent in recent years and continues to grow. Safety, and there’s no doubt about the fact that it is important. The welfare of one’s loved ones and oneself is often the guiding principle in the buying process, and it shouldn’t be any other way. If a car has a better safety rating, specifically the Global NCAP ratings, it would be higher up…

Digital display Yes | Tachometer Yes | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Both | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 2.54 lakh (ex-showroom) | Warranty 3 years/30,000km Royal Enfields have been a staple in Auto Today’s long-term fleet. I’d go so far as to say that there’s a specific RE for each team member. Dipayan was always sweet on his Himalayan, Rahul preferred the timeless design of the Classic, and our editor happens to own an Interceptor. As for me, I’ve said before and I’ll say it again, Enfields have been the default choice. The Guerrilla 450 is a different story, though. On the surface, it’s a slightly different form of the Himalayan, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find that it truly lives up…