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India’s car export market saw strong momentum in March 2026, with models like the Maruti Fronx, Jimny, and Nissan Magnite leading shipments. Here’s a detailed look at the top 30 exported cars and emerging trends.

Global oil prices tumbled sharply, with Brent crude dropping 13% to $86.52 per barrel and WTI to around $84, following Iran's confirmation of the Strait of Hormuz reopening during US-Iran peace talks and ceasefire.

BMW Group India is strengthening MINI’s presence with localization strategies and dealer expansion plans, aiming to drive higher sales in 2026.

STMicroelectronics has introduced the ST64UWB family, a next-generation UWB chip range designed for ultra-precise ranging, sensing, and secure connectivity across automotive, consumer, and industrial use cases.

Despite surging EV sales in 2026, India grapples with high costs, sparse charging stations, and import-dependent supply chains. Discover hurdles and pathways to sustainable mobility.

MG is gearing up to launch the Majestor SUV in India on April 27, 2026. Expected to be priced from Rs 40 lakh, the Majestor will rival premium SUVs with bold styling, advanced tech, and strong road presence.

Hyundai has revealed the Ioniq 3 electric SUV at Milan Design Week 2026. Designed for Europe, the Ioniq 3 will be produced in Turkiye and shares its platform with the Kia EV2.

Volkswagen has launched the Taigun facelift in India, starting at Rs 10.99 lakh. The SUV features an eight-speed automatic transmission, updated design, new interior features, and is available in six variants and nine colours.

The 2026 Skoda Kushaq facelift introduces refreshed styling, upgraded tech and a revised gearbox line‑up, while retaining its compact SUV footprint and proven turbo‑petrol engines for the Indian market.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor sold 35,145 units in March 2026, a 23.87% YoY increase. The Urban Cruiser Hyryder led sales with 10,206 units, while Hycross and Rumion also posted strong growth across segments.

Harley‑Davidson has issued a US recall for nearly 17,000 Softail motorcycles because a rear brake line can wear against the body control module, risking partial or total rear brake failure and increasing crash risk.

The Vinfast VF7, tested in India with its dual-motor AWD setup, achieved a real-world range of 391km, lower than the claimed 510km. City and highway efficiency figures were 5.10km/kWh and 5.92km/kWh respectively.

Kia has launched the Sonet MY2026 in India, starting at Rs 8.40 lakh. The update adds new variants, nine colour options, minor design changes, and enhanced features, including a 12-inch LCD cluster and premium audio.

Mini will launch the standard ICE Countryman in India next month, offering Classic and S All4 variants with 170bhp and 200bhp engines. The model will be locally assembled and priced between Rs 40-45 lakh.

KTM has launched 350cc versions of the 390 Duke and 390 Adventure in India, priced significantly below the 399cc models. The new variants retain key features and expand KTM's mid-capacity lineup for more buyer flexibility.