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The facelifted Skoda Kushaq starts at Rs 10.69 lakh and offers updated design, advanced features, and enhanced safety. EMI and total cost details for the Monte Carlo 1.5 variant are provided, along with key specifications and rivals.

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has named SECI the main agency for renewable energy bidding in India. New rules aim to simplify bidding, prevent tariff changes after bidding, and ensure only viable projects proceed.

Volkswagen India will announce prices for the new Taigun facelift, featuring updated design, interior improvements, and continued use of 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre turbo petrol engines. Production has begun at the Pune plant.

Volkswagen is preparing a facelift for the Virtus sedan, featuring design changes, updated features, and a new eight-speed automatic gearbox for the 1.0-litre engine. The launch is expected after the Taigun facelift in April.

The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 facelift has been spotted testing in India, featuring design, feature, and safety updates. The global model offers a larger battery and improved range. India launch is expected soon.

Hyundai will increase car prices by 1 percent from May 2026 due to rising input costs. The hike will vary by model and variant, with expected increases between Rs 5,500 and Rs 4.63 lakh. This is the second hike in 2026.

SMR Hyosang Automotive has reached a settlement of KRW 360 million with a South Korean subcontractor, ending a months-long dispute that had raised concerns about contract practices and supplier payments.

Trev Mobility has raised Rs 3.65 crore from its user community to expand its electric cab operations across five major Indian cities.

For 2026, the Jeep Compass Sport variant gets a notable feature boost, adding more comfort, connectivity and safety equipment to the entry point of the range.

India's fuel demand increased 8 percent in March 2026 due to panic buying during the Iran conflict, with petrol and diesel sales rising while LPG demand fell. Authorities confirmed adequate fuel stocks and stable refinery operations.

India’s electric passenger vehicle market grew to 4.2% share in FY26, led by Tata Motors, JSW MG Motor, and Mahindra and Mahindra. New entrants held only 2% market share, while luxury segment trends varied.

Tata Motors has increased prices for the Harrier diesel variants by up to Rs 21,500 from April 2026, with the entry-level Smart diesel MT unchanged at Rs 14 lakh. Petrol and EV models see no price change.

The Tata Nexon was seen testing in India, suggesting a new CNG and AMT powertrain. The model currently offers petrol, CNG, diesel, and electric options, with a turbo-CNG setup that saves boot space.

Skoda has launched the Kushaq facelift with updated styling and features. On-road prices range from Rs 12.21 lakh to Rs 23.51 lakh in major Indian cities, varying due to taxes and local fees.

The Kia Sonet iMT turbo-petrol variant achieved 12.94 kmpl in city and 17.88 kmpl on highway tests, averaging 14.17 kmpl. The model features a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and now offers more accessible automatic options.