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Maruti Suzuki reported strong September sales across domestic and export markets, while its Eeco continued to lead the company's van segment. Eeco sales reached 73,454 units between April and September, with petrol and S-CNG powertrains, 5-seat and 6-seat layouts, and a range of safety features.
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Electric vehicle adoption has climbed from 0.08% in FY2015-16 to 8.26% in FY2025-26, according to All India Radio News. The PM E-DRIVE Scheme is supporting the transition through demand incentives and charging infrastructure, while its reported achievements include support for about 28.30 lakh EVs and allocations for electric buses in 7 major cities.
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Volkswagen Group has recalled 28.6 lakh Volkswagen and Audi cars worldwide after a steering-rack mounting bolt was found capable of weakening through corrosion. The affected models include the Volkswagen Golf, Golf Variant, Tiguan, Touran and Caddy, along with the Audi Q3, while no related damage has been reported so far.
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Tata Aeris has entered the price comparison with Maruti Dzire at a lower starting price. Aeris starts at ₹5.29 lakh, while the segment-leading Dzire begins at ₹6.31 lakh. The comparison also centres on features and mileage for buyers choosing between the 2 cars.
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Tata Motors is preparing a new sub-4-metre sedan that could replace the Tigor and be called the Tata Aeris. Expected changes include refreshed styling, upgraded cabin features, petrol and CNG powertrains, and a possible ex-showroom price range of Rs 6 lakh to Rs 10 lakh.
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A car hit a motorcycle parked beside the road in Delhi’s RK Puram last night and continued moving with the bike stuck underneath. People followed the vehicle, caught the 73-year-old driver, Venu Gopal, and handed him over to police.
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Honda Cars India dispatched 5,385 vehicles in August, up 40% from the same month last year. The Honda Amaze led the performance with 3,512 units, doubling its annual sales and remaining the company’s best-selling model, while the Elevate recorded a decline.
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Passengers across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region will pay higher minimum fares for autorickshaws and black-and-yellow taxis from Tuesday. The revised minimum charge will be Rs 27 for an autorickshaw and Rs 33 for a taxi, according to officials, increasing the cost of short trips for commuters.
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Aaj Tak News lists a car described as costing ₹3.50 lakh, cheaper than the Alto and styled like an SUV. The supplied material does not identify the model or provide verified details about its features, availability, variants, specifications or bookings, while related links discuss financing for other Maruti Suzuki and Tata cars.
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Bhavish Aggarwal has introduced the S1Z electric scooter, highlighting its 46160 LFP Bharat Cell, a claimed 301 km IDC range and an introductory price of ₹79,999. Bookings are open, with deliveries scheduled for Dec. The announcement presents the model as a new benchmark as India’s electrification expands.
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Massive landslides and sudden flooding along the Nepal-Tibet border have devastated towns, roads and homes, with more than 160 deaths reported and hundreds of people still missing. The cause remains unclear after an initial earthquake report was challenged by a US Geological Survey analysis. Foreign nationals are also among those reported missing.
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The Indian Air Force has deployed a C-130J aircraft carrying 10 tonnes of essential relief materials and medical supplies to Nepal after devastating flash floods. The operation marks an emergency response by India to support its neighbour, while additional air effort involving C-17 and C-130 aircraft is planned.
