Why India's auto industry is betting big on the grand re-entry of small cars

The small car segment in India, once sidelined by the popularity of SUVs, is poised for a resurgence by 2026, experts say. Factors such as two-wheeler owners upgrading to four-wheelers, affordable and efficient urban mobility, and multiple drivetrain options including electric vehicles will drive demand.

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Xiaomi 14T, Xiaomi 14T Pro Pricing and Key Specifications Leaked Ahead of Anticipated Debut

Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 14T Pro price and specifications have been leaked by a French website, ahead of their anticipated debut. The Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 14T Pro are said to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity chipsets and the handsets are said to be available in three colour options.

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2024 Maserati GranTurismo launched in India: Price, specs, and features

Maserati launches the 2024 GranTurismo in India with a new 3.0L V6 engine, AWD, and advanced features. Priced from ?2.72 lakh, the model includes Modena and Trofeo trims.

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OnePlus 13 Launch Timeline Leaked; Might Arrive in China as Early as October

OnePlus 13 launch timeline has been leaked by a tipster, giving us an idea of when to expect the company's next flagship phone. The successor to last year's OnePlus 12 model could be launched in China within the next couple of months, and it could be powered by Qualcomm's purported Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset according to earlier report.

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Redmi 14C With 6.88-Inch LCD Screen, MediaTek Helio G81 Chipset Launched: Price, Specifications

Redmi 14C has been launched as a successor to the company's budget Redmi 13C handset that was announced in December 2023. The Redmi 14C sports a 6.88-inch LCD screen and packs a 5,160mAh battery. The phone features a 50-megapixel primary rear camera and a 13-megapixel selfie camera.

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Vivo T3 Ultra Price in India, Key Features Tipped Ahead of Anticipated September Launch

Vivo T3 Ultra is expected to launch in India soon. The purported handset was previously spotted on several certification sites. Now several leaks have surfaced online that suggest some key details about the phone. It includes the expected launch timeline, RAM and storage configurations and possible prices. Some important specifications of the anticipated smartphone we...

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Motorola Edge 50 Neo With MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC, Sony LYT-700C Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

Motorola Edge 50 Neo was launched in European markets as the latest entrant in the company's Edge 50 series. New Edge 50 Neo model by the Lenovo-owned brand runs on MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset and boasts a 50-megapixel Sony LYTIA camera. The Motorola Edge 50 Neo has a 6.4-inch OLED LTPO display and the screen is claimed to deliver up to 3,000 nits of brightness....

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Infinix Zero 40 Series With 50-Megapixel Selfie Camera, Curved AMOLED Display Launched: Price, Specifications

Infinix Zero 40 series was unveiled in select global markets on Thursday. The lineup includes the Infinix Zero 40 5G and the Infinix Zero 40 4G handsets. They are equipped with 108-megapixel main cameras, 50-megapixel front-facing cameras and 6.74-inch curved AMOLED displays with Corning Gorilla Glass protection. The lineup includes support for GoPro connectivity an...

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Mahindra & Skoda VW poised for 50:50 EV joint venture: Focus on battery-powered SUVs

Mahindra & Mahindra and Skoda Auto Volkswagen India are finalizing a 50:50 joint venture to share costs, technology, and vehicle platforms, focusing on electric SUVs for both Indian and international markets. The partnership will use facilities in Chakan, Pune, for production. An announcement is expected by year-end. The JV is a significant step for both companies amidst increasing government push for electric vehicles and stricter carbon emission regulations.

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iQOO Z9s 5G Goes on Sale in India for the First Time Today: Price, Specifications, Launch Offers

iQOO Z9s 5G will go on sale in India for the first time today ()aUGUST 29 via the company's India e-store and Amazon. The new iQoo Z-series smartphone was launched in the country last week alongside iQOO Z9s Pro 5G. It runs on MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC with up to 12GB of RAM.

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Hyundai plots India SUV rollout as domestic competition mounts ahead of IPO

Hyundai Motor aims to reclaim market share in India by launching new SUVs and its first locally-made electric vehicle in 2025. With a $3 billion public listing on the horizon, Hyundai plans to introduce hybrid cars and increase focus on premium vehicles to boost margins in the world's third-largest car market.

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Motorola S50 Spotted on Geekbench; May Get MediaTek Dimensity 7300 SoC

Motorola S50 is expected to launch in China soon. Details about the purported handset have surfaced online over the past few weeks. Earlier reports claimed the phone was listed on relevant certification sites which suggested some key expected features. The listings hinted at the design of the rumoured model as well. Now, the smartphone has been spotted on a popular be...

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Google Pixel 9 Series Users Report Issues With Wireless Charging

Pixel 9 series buyers, the Pixel 9 Pro XL in particular, are reporting issues with the wireless charging capability of the handsets. The Pixel 9 devices stop charging wirelessly after a few minutes when wirelessly charging using different chargers, including Google's in-house wireless charger. A Reddit user claims that Google's support team is aware of the issue and i...

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OnePlus 13 Battery, Charging and Camera Details Leaked Again; Said to Support 100W Fast Charging

OnePlus 13 is expected to launch as a successor to the OnePlus 12. The purported handset has been doing rounds of the rumour mill over the past few weeks. Key specifications of the phone including chipset, display, camera, battery and charging details have been leaked previously. Now, a tipster has reiterated some of the key expected battery, charging and camera det...

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August Sales Forecast: Dealer dispatches may slow down as inventory piles up

The passenger car industry is facing a decline in wholesale volumes for the first time in 30 months, with August expected to see a 2.5-3% drop year-on-year. Rising inventory and a lack of attractive new models are contributing to this downturn. The sector is projected to dispatch around 350,000-355,000 units, down from 359,000 in August 2023. Despite nearly two dozen new SUV models launching, experts anticipate limited impact on overall sales. A recovery is expected in October with the festive season.

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Vivo T3 Pro 5G With Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, Curved AMOLED Screen Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo T3 Pro 5G was launched in India on Tuesday. The smartphone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset paired with up to 12GB of RAM. It carries a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit and a 5,500mAh battery. The handset sports a 3D curved AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and 4,500nits of peak brightness level.

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Xiaomi Plans to Unveil First Buttonless Flagship Smartphone Next Year: Report

Xiaomi is reportedly working on a buttonless smartphone. While the Chinese tech brand remains tight-lipped about its development, a new leak gives us more information about the device. The rumoured buttonless handset is said to be in the early stages of development and is expected to hit the market next year. It is tipped to come with an under-display selfie camera an...

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Apple Taps Insider Kevan Parekh as CFO, Replacing Luca Maestri

Apple has appointed Kevan Parekh as its chief financial officer. Parekh, who has been with Apple for more than a decade and will join the company's executive committee, most recently served as vice president of financial planning and analysis.

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Vivo T3 Ultra Allegedly Spotted on Bluetooth SIG, BIS Certification Sites, May Launch in India Soon

Vivo now seems to be gearing up to unveil a new T series handset — Vivo T3 Ultra. Ahead of the official announcement, the handset has surfaced on the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) certification website and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

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Honor Magic 7 Pro Full Specifications Surface Online; Tipped to Get Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC

Honor Magic 7 Pro is expected to launch soon as a successor to the Magic 6 Pro 5G, which was recently unveiled in India. Details about the purported smartphone have surfaced online over the past few weeks. Key features and expected design of the handset have been leaked. Now, a report has suggested the complete list of expected specifications of the Magic 7 Pro.

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Strong hybrids rev up to fly past EVs in green race as car sales make a pit stop

Strong hybrid vehicle sales grew 62.5% in the June quarter, driven by the Uttar Pradesh government's incentives. In contrast, electric vehicle sales have stalled due to range anxiety and costs. Manufacturers are now exploring alternative technologies, such as hybrids and flex-fuel, to bridge the gap. The Indian EV infrastructure remains a work in progress.

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iPhone 16 Series to Launch on September 10 Alongside New AirPods, Apple Watch Models: Bloomberg

Apple iPhone 16 series of smartphones could be launched in the coming days, according to a Bloomberg report. According to the publication's sources, Apple is planning to launch its latest iPhone 16 lineup alongside new Apple Watch and AirPods models that are expected to debut with new features. Here's everything you need to know about Apple's possible iPhone 16 launch...

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Infinix Note 40 Series Racing Edition With F1-Inspired Design Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Infinix Note 40 Pro Racing Edition and Infinix Note 40 Pro+ Racing Edition have been launched in India and the company's newest handsets will go on sale in India on August 26. The smartphones sport an F1-inspired design that was designed in collaboration with BMW's Designworks. They bear the same specifications as the standard models Note 40 Pro and Note 40 Pro+ that ...

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Surfaces on US FCC Website Hinting at Imminent Launch: Report

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE has been spotted on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Korean Testing Certification Institute (KTC) websites, giving us some insight into the device's connectivity and battery specifcations, ahead of its anticipated debut.

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Vivo Y18i With Unisoc T612 SoC, 13-Megapixel Rear Camera Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo Y18i has been launched in India as the company's newest affordable smartphone. It is available in Gem Green and Space Black colour options in a single 4GB+64GB colourway. The Vivo Y18i is powered by an octa core Unisoc T612 chipset and packs a 5,000mAh battery that can be charged at 15W.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Reportedly Spotted on Samsung OTA Server

Samsung Galaxy S25 series, the next flagship phones from the South Korean tech brand is expected to be unveiled early next year. Samsung is reportedly testing One UI builds for the upcoming lineup presumably with three entries — Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 Ultra — on its servers. The build numbers suggest the model numbers of the Galaxy S25 family. The ...

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iPhone Users in the EU Will Be Allowed to Change Default Apps, Delete App Store

Apple announced on Thursday that it will soon allow iPhone and iPad users in the European Union (EU) region new options to change default apps, delete first-party apps, and more. The decision was made in compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) which prohibits tech companies from practising anti-competitive policies.

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iPhone 16 Series Camera Features, Capture Button Details Leaked via Hands-on Video

iPhone 16 family comprising vanilla iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max are due to arrive this September. The rumour mill about the new lineup has been churning away for months and most recently, a hands-on video of dummy units of the iPhone 16 series has emerged on the Web. The video suggests the camera specifications of upcoming Apple han...

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Infinix Zero 40 5G Live Images Surface Online; Launch Date, Key Features Tipped

Infinix Zero 40 5G is expected to launch soon as a successor to the Infinix Zero 30 5G, which launched in India in September 2023. The phone will likely come alongside a 4G variant, which is expected to succeed the Infinix Zero 30 4G. Details about the purported handsets have previously been tipped. Now, live images of the Infinix Zero 40 5G have surfaced online. So...

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iPhone 16 Series Price, Key Specifications Leaked; All Models Tipped to Support Apple Intelligence

iPhone 16 series key specifications and price have been leaked online, ahead of the anticipated debut of Apple's next generation of smartphones. This year, Apple is expected up equip all four models — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max — with support for Apple Intelligence. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are tipped to arrive w...

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Tata Punch emerges as India's top-selling car, beats Maruti's WagonR

Tata Motors's Punch overtook Maruti Suzuki's WagonR as India's top-selling car between January and July 2024. The Punch's rise is attributed to its positioning as a micro SUV and its diversified fuel options, including electric and CNG. In July, Hyundai Creta surpassed Punch, which dropped to fourth place in sales rankings.

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Tecno Spark Go 1 With 5,000mAh Battery, IP54 Rating Unveiled: Specifications

Tecno Spark Go 1 was launched as the latest entrant in the company's Spark series. The new smartphone by the Transsion Holdings-owned company comes in two colourways and runs on Unisoc T615 SoC along with up to 8GB of RAM. The Tecno Spark Go 1 boasts a 6.67-inch display with 120Hz refresh rate. It has an IP54-rated build and packs a 5,000 mAh battery, which supports 1...

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iQOO Z9s Pro 5G With Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 Launched in India Alongside iQOO Z9s 5G: Price, Specifications

iQOO Z9s Pro 5G and iQOO Z9s 5G have been launched in India, powered by midrange Snapdragon and MediaTek processors. Both phones are equipped with 6.77-inch AMOLED screens and are equipped with a 5,500mAh battery with fast charging support, as well as a 50-megapixel primary camera.

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Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 With On-Device Generative AI, 20 Percent Improved CPU Performance Launched

Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 has been launched as Qualcomm's latest midrange smartphone processor. The new Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 supports on-device generative AI features and Gen AI models including Baichuan-7B and Llama 2 and 1B parameters. Here's everything you need to know about the newly announced Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor from Qualcomm.

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OnePlus 13 Launch Timeline, Design Leaked; Price Range Tipped to Be Similar to That of OnePlus 12

OnePlus 13 is said to be in the works as a successor to the OnePlus 12. The Chinese tech brand is yet to confirm its existence, but ahead of it, a tipster has shed some light on the phone's launch timeline, design, and price range. Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset is expected to power the OnePlus 13. It is said to feature a mostly flat display with slig...

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Honor Magic 7 Pro Design Render Surfaces Online; Camera Details Tipped

Honor recently introduced the Magic 6 Pro 5G in India. Meanwhile, rumours surrounding the Honor Magic 7 lineup have started surfacing online. It will likely include a base and Pro variant, similar to the existing series. A tipster has now shared a render of the purported Honor Magic 7 Pro handset, based on leaks over the past few weeks. The render suggests the possib...

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The curious case of 300,000 missing cars: It is automakers vs dealers in inventory mystery

Carmakers and dealers are grappling with inventory levels amid slowing demand in India. The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) claims that their members carry stock equivalent to over two months of sales, while carmakers argue it's about half that. FADA has written to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) twice in less than two months, protesting at stock being dumped on dealers.

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Vivo T3 Pro 5G Key Specifications Leaked Ahead of Upcoming India Launch

Vivo T3 Pro 5G is set to launch in India soon and will succeed the Vivo T2 Pro 5G, which was unveiled in the country in September 2023. The company officially confirmed the launch of the upcoming handset last week but did not reveal the exact launch date. However, a new report has tipped some key specifications of the Vivo T3 Pro 5G ahead of its official reveal.

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Apple Could Equip iPhone With In-House Modem in 2025, Advantages Might Not Be Visible for Years: Mark Gurman

Apple's iPhone models could be equipped with its in-house modem chip as soon as 2025, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. While the company continues to work on cutting its dependence on Qualcomm's chips, it might take years before Apple's technology rolls out across its iPhone lineup, and even longer before it begins to provide major benefits to customers.

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Samsung Galaxy A06 With 6.7-Inch Display, 50-Megapixel Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy A06 was launched in Vietnam on August 16. The smartphone sports a similar rear panel design to the preceding Samsung Galaxy A05, with a vertical pinstriped finish. However, unlike the older model, the Galaxy A06 comes with a Key Island bump on the right edge, holding the volume rocker and power button.

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TVS Motor Co to expand electric 2W sales in both developing, developed markets: CEO KN Radhakrishnan

TVS Motor Company aimed to broaden its electric vehicle sales in both developing and developed markets, betting on India's potential as a major export hub. The company used its Indonesian plant for the ASEAN region, reporting increased sales. They expanded their EV network in India and planned further product launches.

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Confident of outperforming industry in both domestic, global markets: TVS Motor

TVS Motor Company predicted growth this fiscal by leveraging new product launches and operational improvements, CEO KN Radhakrishnan reported. The company aimed to outpace industry trends in both domestic and international markets. Plans included expanding in Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America, while addressing challenges like currency devaluation and inflation in specific regions.

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Carmakers revving up style quotient: SUVs get a coupé makeover to woo a competitive market

Tata Motors is entering the mid-SUV segment, where it has not been present so far, with the coupé styled Curvv, offering buyers an option to choose from electric, petrol or diesel drivetrains. The mid-SUV segment is the fastest growing passenger vehicle segment and had a 16% share of total industry volumes last fiscal year. The introductory price of Rs 17.49 lakh for the electric variant.

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Maruti to raise deferred tax liability provision by Rs 850 cr in Q2 on indexation removal

Maruti Suzuki India stated it will raise its deferred tax liability provision by Rs 850 crore, following the withdrawal of the indexation benefit on debt mutual funds in the Finance (No.2) Act 2024. The one-time adjustment will impact profit after tax in the second quarter of the ongoing fiscal year.

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Honor 200 Review: Perfect Balance of Style and Camera

The Honor 200 offers an exciting package with a good blend of premium design and useful camera features. The wavy textured design language, coupled with a sleek profile, gives a premium feel. The 6.7-inch OLED display also offers vibrant colours with some level of customisation. The performance is decent enough for daily usage, and it can also support some heavy 3D ga...

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Ferrari or Lamborghini, it's a luxury quite a few can afford

A Lamborghini booked now will be delivered only in 2026 or later, as the supercar maker has sold all units its Italian headquarters allocated for India. The company retails the Huracan, Urus and Revuelto in India, with the on-road price ranging from ₹5 crore to ₹10 crore.

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Moto G45 5G India Launch Date Set for August 21; Design, Colour Options, Key Features Revealed

Moto G45 5G will launch in India soon. The company has confirmed the launch date of the handset, while a microsite on a leading e-commerce website confirmed its design and colour options. The listing also revealed some key features of the upcoming smartphone as well. The phone will feature a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset and a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit.

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Samsung Galaxy M35 Review: Budget Star

The Samsung Galaxy M35 is equipped with an Exynos 1380 SoC and a triple rear camera setup with a 50-megapixel primary sensor. The phone also features Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection on the display, vapour cooling, and a large 6,000mAh battery. We tested the Galaxy M35 5G to find out if it lives up to its ‘Monster’ tagline.

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Demand in slow lane, Auto Inc deploys discounts to clear inventory gridlock

From market leader Maruti Suzuki to Hyundai, Tata Motors, Skoda and Honda – they are all offering cash discounts, exchange bonus and additional benefits even on popular models, trade insiders told ET.

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Iconic motorcycle brand BSA makes India debut; launches 652-cc model at Rs 2.99 lakh

Classic Legends under Mahindra Group unveiled the BSA Gold Star 650 model in India, starting at Rs 2.99 lakh. Competing with Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, this 652-cc model marks BSA's entry in the Indian market. Acquired in 2016, BSA motorcycles were reintroduced in Europe, and bookings are now available through select Indian dealers.

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Mahindra expects Thar to displace the Scorpio as its flagship brand

With Roxx priced from Rs12.99 lakh Rs20.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and pitted against the Hyundai Creta, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, Mahindra is eyeing a leadership position in the midsize-SUV segment (priced over Rs12.5 lakh) over the next three to five years.

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Mahindra targets leadership position for Thar range in mid-size SUV segment in next 3-5 yrs

Mahindra & Mahindra planned to make its Thar range dominant in the mid-sized SUV market within 3-5 years by introducing the five-door Thar Roxx. The company invested Rs 1,100 crore in its development. Bookings start on October 3, 2024, and deliveries commence on October 12, during Dussehra.

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Maruti to follow registrations on Vahan for monthly sales reporting

Maruti Suzuki is set to revolutionize its sales reporting by shifting from factory despatches to vehicle registrations based on the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways' (MoRTH) Vahan portal. This move aims to align car supply with actual demand and increase transparency. Dealers will now earn incentives based on Vahan registration data, a practice already followed by MG Motor India and Tata Motors. Senior executive Partho Banerjee confirmed that Maruti is advocating for industry-wide adoption of this method through SIAM.

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Domestic PV wholesales dip 2.3% at 3,41,510 units in July: SIAM

Passenger vehicle wholesales in India fell 2.3% year-on-year to 3,41,510 units in July, while two-wheeler sales grew 12.5% to 14,41,694 units. Three-wheeler wholesales also increased by 5.1% to 59,073 units, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).

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Google Pixel 8a Will Be the Latest ‘Made in India’ Smartphone After Pixel 8 Production Commences

Pixel 8a will become the latest smartphone from Google to be assembled in India, the company confirmed on Tuesday. The handset debuted in India on May 7 as a successor to the Pixel 7a, joining the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro in Google’s latest smartphone portfolio. It is unclear if this would result in a price drop of the handset.

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Google Pixel 8 Series, Pixel 7a Get Price Cuts in India After Launch of Pixel 9 Series

Google has announced price cuts for a slew of previous generation models in India after the launch of its flagship Pixel 9 series on Tuesday. The list of discounted smartphones includes the entire Pixel 8 lineup, comprising three models, and a select few from the Pixel 7 series too. Revised prices on old Pixel smartphones will go live in the coming weeks.

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Google Pixel 8 Production in India Begins Ahead of Pixel 9 Launch Today

Google Pixel 8’s production has commenced in India, the company announced via social media on Monday. The smartphone was launched globally in October 2023. However, only select variants of the Pixel 8 series are reported to have local production and not the entire smartphone lineup.

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Telangana CM meets officials of Hyundai Motor in South Korea to attract investment

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and IT Minister Sridhar Babu met officials of Hyundai Motor in Seoul to attract investments. Hyundai Motor India Engineering plans to set up a Mega Test Centre in Telangana, featuring automated test tracks and a car manufacturing facility, which is expected to create direct and indirect employment in the region.

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BSA Gold Star set to hit Indian roads: Classic legends focuses on premium motorcycles amidst growing competition

BSA, the renowned British motorcycle brand, will debut in India on August 15 with its Gold Star model, increasing options for motorcycle enthusiasts and intensifying competition in the middleweight segment. Owned by Classic Legends, which also includes brands like Jawa and Yezdi, BSA's Gold Star has been produced in India for export but will now enter the domestic market. The company, which has invested ₹500 crore in the BSA Gold Star's development, aims to compete in the premium category, differentiating itself with competitive pricing and a robust sales network expansion plan.

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Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Samsung's Most Polished Foldable

The all-new Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a productivity machine and one of the best foldables ever built by Samsung. But does it justify the Rs. 164,999 price tag? We answer that in the review.

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Realme C63 5G With MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G, 5,000mAh Battery Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Realme C63 5G was launched in India on Monday (August 12). The latest budget 5G smartphone by Realme runs on a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 5G chipset and is equipped with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of inbuilt storage. It gets a 5,000mAh battery with support for 10W fast charging. It comes in two colour options and has Realme Mini Capsule 2.0 feature. The Realme C63 5G has...

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Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Alleged Renders Suggest Triple Rear Cameras, Five Colour Options

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE is expected to go official in October. As we wait for the official launch date announcement from Samsung, purported marketing images of the device have surfaced online. The leaked renders suggest a similar design language to its predecessor. It seems to have triple rear cameras and a hole punch display design. It is shown in five distinct colourw...

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Global demand muted; gradual improvement expected in domestic market: Tata Motors

Tata Motors recorded a net profit of Rs 5,566 crore for the June quarter but expects international demand to remain low. Domestically, demand is anticipated to recover slowly, supported by new product launches and the festive season. The company is also focused on reducing costs and accelerating retail sales despite high inventory challenges.

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Why have European car makers struggled to succeed in India?

European brands have failed to capitalise on successive waves of boom in the Indian car market. With Chinese brands pushing them out and the western market stagnating, India remains the great hope. ET looks at what they can do

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Honor Magic V3 Global Model Listed on Geekbench With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Chipset

Honor Magic V3 could be launched in global markets soon, according to a new listing spotted on a benchmarking website. The Chinese version of the Honor Magic V3 that was introduced in July is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, runs on Android 14-based MagicOS 8.0.1, and packs a 5,150mAh battery

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vivo V40 Series: Setting a New Benchmark in the Mid-Premium Smartphone Segment

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Redmi Note 14, Poco X7 Neo Surface on BIS Certification Website Ahead of Anticipated Debut

Redmi Note 14 and Poco X7 Neo have been spotted on the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification website. The listing for two smartphones hints that they will be launched in India soon, and could bear the same specifications, just like their predecessors, the Poco X6 Neo and the Redmi Note 13.

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Bharat Mobility Show 2025: From Tata to BYD, auto giants line up for Delhi ramp; set to become world's biggest auto expo

India's Bharat Mobility Show in January featured 28 automakers, including Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki, focusing heavily on electric vehicles. The event showed heightened interest, with participation surpassing previous records and competing with major global auto expos. Emerging markets like India are experiencing robust growth in the automotive sector.

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Itel A50 Could Launch in India Next Week, Price Range Tipped

Itel A50 could launch soon in India. Itel has not made any official announcement regarding its launch yet, but ahead of it, its price range and specifications have leaked on the Web. The Itel A50 will reportedly debut as a budget offering in the county. The handset is already available in select global markets with specifications including Unisoc T603 SoC, 8-megapixel...

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Vivo Y58 5G Gets a Permanent Discount in India: See New Price, Availability

Vivo Y58 5G was launched in India in June this year. The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC and packs a 6,000mAh battery with 44W fast charging support. The handset is available in the country in a single RAM and storage configuration via several online and offline platforms. Now, Vivo has announced a price cut for the smartphone.

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Curvv effect: After Rs 1.2 lakh price cut, Tata Motors hikes discount on Nexon.ev again

Tata Motors has raised discounts on its Nexon.ev by up to ₹60,000 to boost slow sales. This comes after a ₹1.2 lakh price cut. The company's electric vehicle sales have been declining, with the Nexon.ev's sales particularly affected. The newly launched Curvv.ev may also affect Nexon.ev sales due to overlapping prices.

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This SUV becomes the top seller in India for July, and it's not Tata Punch, Nexon, or Maruti Brezza

In July, Hyundai Creta surpassed Tata Punch as India's best-selling SUV with 17,350 units sold. The Tata Punch saw significant growth but managed 16,121 units. Other frontrunners included the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, and Mahindra Scorpio-N. The Creta was launched in January and is expected to introduce an electric version soon.

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OnePlus Smartphones to Get Monthly Updates With New Software Series: Eligible Devices

OnePlus is rolling out a new software series for its smartphones in India and other countries, the company announced on Wednesday. Following its introduction, eligible handsets will receive new monthly software updates in addition to periodic updates and security patches. It is also said to bring OnePlus’ self-developed apps and new features to the smartphones.

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Realme 13 4G With 50-Megapixel Main Camera, 67W SuperVOOC Charging Launched: Price, Specifications

Realme 13 4G has been launched in Indonesia. It comes with a 50-megapixel dual rear camera unit, a Snapdragon 685 SoC, and a 5,000mAh battery with wired charging support. The phone sports the same luxury watch-inspired design that we saw in the Realme 12 series. It joins the Realme 13 lineup which includes the Realme 13 Pro 5G and Realme 13 Pro+ 5G.

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Android 14 August Security Patch Rolled Out for Supported Pixel Smartphones: What’s New

Android 14 August Security Patch for Pixel smartphones was rolled out by Google on Tuesday. The update is said to bring crucial security fixes for discovered vulnerabilities, ranging from high to critical severity, while also improving performance stability with bug fixes for screen flickering and boot loop issues. It has been rolled out for Pixel smartphones, includi...

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Vivo V40 Pro, Vivo V40 With Zeiss-Tuned Cameras, 5,500mAh Batteries Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Vivo V40 Pro and Vivo V40 have been launched in India as the latest V series smartphones from the Chinese tech brand. The new phones bring upgrades over the Vivo V30 series and feature 50-megapixel front cameras. The Vivo V40 Pro runs on MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ chipset, while the standard model has a Snapdragon7 Gen 3 SoC under the hood.

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iQOO Z9s Pro Camera Overview: A Major Improvement for Z-series!

The iQOO Z9s Pro comes loaded with some interesting set of camera features. Check it out in this article!

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To unlock full potential of Finance & IT Arms, Mahindra & Mahindra to rev up services business

Mahindra & Mahindra has seen its services sector contribute around 30-40 percent to profits. With further growth in Mahindra Finance and Tech Mahindra, services could play a major role in future profitability. The company focuses on core automotive and farm businesses, aiming for profit-led growth through increased margins and product diversification.

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Amazon Great Freedom Festival 2024 Sale Live Updates: Best Offers on Day 1

Amazon Great Freedom Festival sale has kicked off on August 6. We're bringing you live updates, deals, and offers straight from the sale in the form of handpicked deals and carefuly curated list of products that are worth buying during the sale.

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Indian auto companies will soon produce 100 pc ethanol-run cars: Nitin Gadkari

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CEO Nipun Marya Talks to Gadgets 360 on iQoo's Four Years in India, AI and Upcoming Z9s Series

iQoo's upcoming Z9s series is set to launch in India on August 21. Ahead of the big launch, the company's CEO, Nipun Marya, sat with Gadgets 360 for a chat.

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Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL Launch Offers, Discounts Tipped

Google is hosting its annual Made by Google event in just two weeks to reveal the Pixel 9 family. We know pretty much everything there is to know about the Pixel 9 series through leaks, but a new report has leaked the introductory offers and deals. Google could offer the 256GB variants of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL for the same price as the 128GB opt...

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Samsung Galaxy F14 4G With Snapdragon 680 SoC, 50-Megapixel Camera Debuts in India: Price, Specifications

Samsung Galaxy F14 4G was launched in India last week. The handset joins the 5G version in the lineup, which was introduced in the country in March this year. The 4G variant comes with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 680 SoC and is equipped with a 50-megapixel triple rear camera system. Like the Galaxy F14 5G, the newest Samsung F14 4G also gets a 13-megapixel selfie shooter.

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Tractors' growth contracts 12% in July, FADA laments record-high PV inventory levels

India's automobile retails grew 13.8% annually in July, driven by double-digit growth in most segments except tractors. Despite a 14% rise in passenger vehicle sales due to new launches, inventory levels hit a historic high, posing risks to dealers. FADA urges OEMs and financial institutions to exercise caution amid economic uncertainties.

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Moto G85 Review: Old Wine, Slightly Newer Bottle

Moto G85 was recently launched by the company as Motorola’s latest G series smartphone in India. It features a curved display and runs on a Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 chipset. We take a closer look at the performance, cameras, and battery life in our Moto G85 review.

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Motown switches to festive gear with new models

Carmakers are preparing to launch 20 new passenger vehicle models in India by the end of October, despite sluggish sales and high dealer inventory. This major product offensive is aimed at revitalizing the market during the upcoming festival season. Among the new releases, 12 will be entirely new offerings.

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Classic Legends to open 200 Jawa-Yezdi showrooms every year

Classic Legends, a subsidiary of Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd, plans to open 200 new retail showrooms annually. This was announced by the company's CEO, Ashish Singh Joshi, who mentioned that the company is also preparing to launch the popular BSA range of motorcycles on August 15. This statement was made during the inauguration of 'Swastik Motors,' a new 6,000 sq ft showroom at Mount Poonamallee, the largest in India.

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Realme 13 Pro+ Review: Best Camera Phone in Its Segment?

Realme 13 Pro+ is part of the newly launched Realme 13 Pro series. The Plus variant features a more premium build, a triple rear camera setup with dual Sony sensors, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 SoC, a 5,200mAh battery with 80W fast charging, and more. We’ve been using the 13 Pro+ for a couple of weeks now, and here’s why it’s an excellent mid-range camera phone.

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Ford eyeing a comeback? US car giant may re-enter India with a green twist

Ford Comback in India: Ford is exploring a re-entry into the Indian market, focusing on electrics and sustainability. After exiting India in 2021, Ford is evaluating a feasibility report on new investments and production for local sales and exports. The company, which had invested over $2 billion in India, sees the market as vital for future growth amidst stagnation in Western markets.

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Display, Specifications and Price Leak Ahead of Launch: Report

Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is scheduled to launch on August 13 alongside the Pixel 9 series. The new phones will be unveiled in India on August 14. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold will be Google's first foldable smartphone to debut in India, with last year's Pixel Fold having not making its way here. Ahead of its official debut, the display, dimensions and other specifications of t...

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Car cos find roads to dealers choked: PV sales decline for the first time in 2.5 years in July amid sluggish demand

Passenger vehicle sales have experienced a decline for the first time in two and a half years, with July's sales figures reflecting a broader slowdown in consumer spending. The dip in demand and high dealer inventory are key factors behind this downward trend. Industry estimates indicate that 344,000-345,900 vehicles were sold in the local market last month, showing a 2.5% decrease compared to the 353,000-354,000 units sold in July 2023.

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Hero MotoCorp commences operations in Philippines

Hero MotoCorp has started operations in the Philippines through a partnership with Terrafirma Motors Corporation. The new facility in Laguna spans over 6,000 square meters and has a capacity of more than 150,000 units annually. The products to be assembled include Xpulse 200 4V, Hunk 160R 4V, and Xoom 110 scooter.

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Google Pixel 9 Series Will Reportedly Miss Out on Android 15 at Launch; Storage, Charging Details Tipped

Google Pixel 9 Series is scheduled to launch on August 13 globally. Ahead of its official debut, a new report suggests that Google’s flagship handsets may not get Android 15 at launch and will run on an older operating system (OS) instead, breaking the trend of yesteryears due to the update not being finished. Another leak also hints at charging and storage specific...

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