Volkswagen Tayron R-Line Revealed Ahead of Launch in Q1 2026
Volkswagen Tayron R-Line Revealed Ahead of Launch in Q1 2026
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 15 Jan, 2026, 5:51 AM IST

Based on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB EVO platform, the Tayron R-Line has been awarded a 5-star safety rating by Euro NCAP.

BPCL Makes Oil Discovery in Abu Dhabi Onshore Block
BPCL Makes Oil Discovery in Abu Dhabi Onshore Block
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 15 Jan, 2026, 5:38 AM IST

BPCL said the discoveries would help India's energy security. The company is an operator in the Abu Dhabi block and manages the exploration and production activities there.

Exclusive: Skoda Slavia Facelift Spotted Testing
Exclusive: Skoda Slavia Facelift Spotted Testing
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 3:47 PM IST

Skoda Slavia competes against other sedans such as Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Volkswagen Virtus.

Auto Component Industry Grows 6.8% in H1 FY26, Exports Rise 9.3%
Auto Component Industry Grows 6.8% in H1 FY26, Exports Rise 9.3%
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 1:36 PM IST

The GST reduction on select vehicle categories, effective post-September, is expected to boost demand in H2 FY26, particularly across passenger vehicles and two-wheelers.

2026 Bajaj Chetak C25 01 Launched At ₹91,399 — Range Up To 113 Km
2026 Bajaj Chetak C25 01 Launched At ₹91,399 — Range Up To 113 Km
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 1:03 PM IST

The new Bajaj Chetak C25 01 goes up against the likes of Ola S1 X, Hero Vida VX2, and TVS Orbiter.

DrivebuddyAI Showcases Vision-First AI Mobility Platform at CES 2026
DrivebuddyAI Showcases Vision-First AI Mobility Platform at CES 2026
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 11:37 AM IST

DrivebuddyAI debuts a vision-first AI platform at CES 2026, showcasing ADAS/DMS with proven reductions in drowsiness.

Harman Announces New OEM Infotainment Solutions With AI, Personalisation, Safety Features
Harman Announces New OEM Infotainment Solutions With AI, Personalisation, Safety Features
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 10:39 AM IST

The company sees software as automakers' main differentiator going forward, with AI enabling deep personalisation.

Mahindra Announces Over 93,000 Bookings for XUV 7XO and XEV 9S
Mahindra Announces Over 93,000 Bookings for XUV 7XO and XEV 9S
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 10:44 AM IST

Mahindra records 93,689 combined bookings for XEV 9S and XUV 7XO worth over ₹20,500 crore.

Made-in-India Mercedes-Maybach GLS Launched At ₹2.75 Crore
Made-in-India Mercedes-Maybach GLS Launched At ₹2.75 Crore
Sameer Fayaz Contractor - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 10:16 AM IST

The new locally assembled Mercedes-Maybach GLS is a healthy ₹42 lakh more affordable than the fully imported version, which retailed at ₹3.17 crore (ex-showroom).

Mercedes-Benz Retails 19,007 Cars In 2025, Remains India’s Best-Selling Luxury Carmaker for 11th Consecutive Year
Mercedes-Benz Retails 19,007 Cars In 2025, Remains India’s Best-Selling Luxury Carmaker for 11th Consecutive Year
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 14 Jan, 2026, 9:22 AM IST

Mercedes-Benz leads India's luxury automotive segment, ahead of the second best-seller BMW India, which retailed 18,001 units (BMW + MINI) in CY2025.

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