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Skoda Octavia vRS returns to India: Limited to Just 100 Units

The Skoda Octavia vRS has long enjoyed a strong reputation among Indian enthusiasts, known for combining everyday usability with genuine performance. Earlier generations built a cult following thanks to their turbocharged power and understated design. The 2025 Octavia vRS is set to return as a Completely Built Unit (CBU), built to United Kingdom specifications but […]

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Renault Kwid 10th Anniversary Edition Launched: Check Features

Renault India has officially launched a refreshed lineup for its long-running entry-level hatchback, the Kwid. This update coincides with the car celebrating its tenth year in the Indian market. The centerpiece of this announcement is the introduction of the exclusive, limited-run Renault Kwid 10th Anniversary Edition The company confirmed that the 10th Anniversary Edition will

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2025 Maruti Suzuki Victoris Variant-Wise Features and Prices: Detailed Here

Cars, REVIEWS / By Cliffard Gerald

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is the brand’s second entry into the mid-size SUV market after the Grand Vitara. While the Grand Vitara is retailed through the premium Nexa network, the Victoris is positioned via Arena dealerships to appeal to a wider set of customers. With this SUV, Maruti Suzuki offers multiple powertrain options, a broad

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Skoda Kodiaq Lounge Launched in India at Rs 39.99 lakh: Here’s What’s Different

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Skoda Auto India has launched the Skoda Kodiaq Lounge, the entry-level variant of its flagship SUV in India, now offered in a five-seat layout. Priced at Rs 39.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the new Lounge variant can be booked online or at authorised Skoda dealerships, with deliveries expected to start shortly. The Lounge comes Rs 6 lakh

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris Victory! Maruti’s first SUV to earn a 5-Star Global NCAP Rating: Details

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris has officially entered in the competitive midsize SUV segment, but beyond performance and features, it’s safety that has made a splash. Tested under the rigorous Global NCAP protocols, the Victoris scored 33.72 out of 34 points for adult occupant protection and 41.00 out of 49 points for child occupant protection. With

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris Launched at Rs 10.5 Lakh – Packed with Features & 5-Star Safety : Check Details

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Maruti Suzuki India has launched the Maruti Suzuki Victoris , with prices starting at ₹10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). The model is available in six trims — LXI, VXI, ZXI, ZXI(O), ZXI+, and ZXI+(O). Bookings are open online and at Maruti Suzuki Arena dealerships for ₹11,000, while a subscription option is available from ₹27,707 per month. Maruti

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DriveX Direct Launches C2C Two-Wheeler Platform – Check Details

Bike News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

DriveX Mobility announced the launch of DriveX Direct, a consumer-to-consumer platform for pre-owned two-wheelers, going live in more than 20 cities across Tamil Nadu and Karnataka on 9 September 2025. The company describes the service as a set of tools that bring verification, clearer pricing signals and assisted post-sale processes to a market that remains

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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology Debuts: Range, Features, Safety

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

The Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology has been unveiled as the successor to the EQC and EQE, at the Munich Motor Show in Germany. The EQC, launched in 2019, was Mercedes-Benz’s first mainstream EV, but its limited range and dated platform struggled against rising competition. The new GLC with EQ Technology takes over as the

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Hyundai Knight Series Launched: Creta Electric, i20 and Alcazar Knight Join Lineup- See Changes

Car News, News / By Cliffard Gerald

Hyundai Motor India has expanded its popular Knight range with the launch of the Hyundai Knight Series, introducing the Creta Electric Knight, i20 Knight, and Alcazar Knight. The announcement comes ahead of the festive season, adding to the existing Knight lineup of Creta, Venue, and Exter. With prices starting at ₹9.14 lakh for the i20

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5 Insights from Mattur in the Skoda Kylaq – Blending Culture and Technology

Features / By Cliffard Gerald

In an age dominated by artificial intelligence and algorithms, there is something quietly powerful about stepping into a place where the oldest living language in the world is still spoken as part of daily life. Our destination, Mattur, is one of those rare places, an unassuming village in Karnataka’s Shivamogga district where Sanskrit is not

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