One of the agreement's most immediate implications for the auto industry is the elimination of import duties on Indian vehicles and components entering New Zealand.

BYD hasn’t yet confirmed the launch for this SUV which could be the first plug-in hybrid model for the Indian market.

JSW Motors plans to bring a plug-in hybrid and a range extender vehicle to market in 2026.

Sodium-ion batteries may have reached commercial maturity, offering a low-cost, temperature-resilient alternative to lithium for global grid storage.

The programme spans motorcycling, overlanding, cycling, kayaking, bouldering and mountaineering.

The company has stated that details of the conversion will be disclosed at a later stage.

The high-performance electric SUV will go on sale in China at the end of May, with a launch in Europe likely next year.

The TVS Ntorq 150 is priced between ₹1.19 lakh and ₹1.27 lakh (ex-showroom). It goes up against Yamaha Aerox 155, Hero Xoom 160, and Aprilia SR 160.

The Hero Xoom range comprises three models – Xoom 110, Xoom 125, and Xoom 160.

TVS Jupiter is the second best-selling scooter in India after Honda Activa.