
The hike follows increased input costs, regulatory pressures, and volatile currency rates that keep putting a strain on the manufacturing sector.

India and UK formalised a landmark trade pact, easing car import costs with reduced duties. Premium brands gain, but small cars miss out.

China’s rare earth magnet curbs threaten Bajaj Auto’s electric scooter production, potentially halting output in August.

The concessions primarily benefit premium gasoline-powered vehicles exceeding 3,000cc engine capacity and diesel models above 2,500cc displacement.

The Batman Edition Drifter helmet gets both ISI and DOT certification.

Elon Musk has confirmed that the long-rumoured ‘affordable’ Tesla will not be a brand new model.

MotoGP had stated last year that the Bharat GP would return in the ‘early stages” of the 2026 race.

Norton Motorcycles is set to launch in India later this year, and the new FTA deal has touted the bike will be priced reasonably.

The MG Cyberster is the second product under the new premium channel, following the launch of the MG M9 last week.

Customers can now book the EV directly via Tesla’s official India website.
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