Google Maps Gets “Biggest Upgrade Since Launch” With Gemini AI, Driving UI Context, Real-Time Updates
Google Maps Gets “Biggest Upgrade Since Launch” With Gemini AI, Driving UI Context, Real-Time Updates
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 9:04 PM IST

India is one of the first territories where Ask Maps is rolling out, while Immersive Navigation is US-only for now.

Cargo Matters Signs MoU With Andhra Pradesh Government For ₹100 Crore EV Manufacturing & Charging Hub
Cargo Matters Signs MoU With Andhra Pradesh Government For ₹100 Crore EV Manufacturing & Charging Hub
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 4:32 PM IST

Cargo Matters has announced it will be investing a total of ₹100 crore, accelerating the electrification of heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs). The project aligns with the Andhra Pradesh EV Policy 2024-2029.

Honda 0 Electric SUV & Sedan Cancelled As Losses Mount, To Shift Focus Back On Hybrids
Honda 0 Electric SUV & Sedan Cancelled As Losses Mount, To Shift Focus Back On Hybrids
Sameer Fayaz Contractor - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 3:50 PM IST

Honda has announced that it will be scrapping the 0 electric SUV and sedan, as well as the Acura RSX, as part of a major restructuring strategy, due to a slowdown in EV sales, and mounting losses to the effect of $15.8 billion.

New TVS Orbiter V1 Variant Launched With Battery-as-a-Service, Prices Start At ₹49,999
New TVS Orbiter V1 Variant Launched With Battery-as-a-Service, Prices Start At ₹49,999
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 12:04 PM IST

The new TVS Orbiter V1 comes with a smaller 1.8 kWh battery pack, and the two-wheeler maker now lowered the price under BaaS, with flexible subscription packages starting at ₹862 per month.

Ford Pro AI Assistant Promises Intuitive Problem Solving, Task Automation for Commercial Fleet Managers
Ford Pro AI Assistant Promises Intuitive Problem Solving, Task Automation for Commercial Fleet Managers
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 11:41 AM IST

The new chatbot can summarise reports, surface insights, and even help draft communications.

'Electric Car Subsidies Needed': Parliamentary Committee Recommends Consumer Incentives for EVs Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme
'Electric Car Subsidies Needed': Parliamentary Committee Recommends Consumer Incentives for EVs Under PM E-DRIVE Scheme
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 10:50 AM IST

The committee also called for regular assessments of whether the Automotive PLI scheme is actually feeding through into lower showroom prices and broader consumer access. (Representative image)

Audi India Raises Prices by 2% From 1 April on Entire Model Range
Audi India Raises Prices by 2% From 1 April on Entire Model Range
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 7:13 AM IST

This is the first price adjustment by Audi India in 2026.

KTM Announces 4-year Warranty For All Road-Legal Motorcycles in Europe
KTM Announces 4-year Warranty For All Road-Legal Motorcycles in Europe
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 12 Mar, 2026, 7:02 AM IST

Track-only models and dirt bikes have been kept out from KTM’s new warranty programme.

Suzuki GSX-8R Daidai-Iro Power Edition Launched In Germany With New Colour & Accessories
Suzuki GSX-8R Daidai-Iro Power Edition Launched In Germany With New Colour & Accessories
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 11 Mar, 2026, 3:38 PM IST

The Japanese term "Daidai-Iro" means orange, and unsurprisingly, the GSX-8R gets the Glass Blaze Orange paint finish.

Ather Rizta & 450 Series Electric Scooters Get Special Discounts For March Worth ₹20,000
Ather Rizta & 450 Series Electric Scooters Get Special Discounts For March Worth ₹20,000
Acko Drive Team - Modified date: 11 Mar, 2026, 1:34 PM IST

Ather Energy is offering a range of benefits on its electric scooter range, in addition to the PM E-Drive Subsidy worth ₹5,000, which is set to be discontinued on March 31, 2026.

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