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πŸ”₯ The new Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift is here at β‚Ή6.10 lakh!

The updated Baleno gets a refreshed look with a 3D-pattern wide grille, shark-fin antenna and chrome fender accents, while the cabin gets a host of new premium features.

It also becomes the first in its segment to offer Level 2 ADAS, along with an integrated tyre pressure monitoring system, cooled wireless charger, Clarion sound system and ventilated front seats.

Powering the facelift is the 1.2-litre Z-Series engine, engineered for a higher compression ratio and claimed to deliver superior efficiency. πŸ‘€

(Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Baleno Facelift, Baleno 2026, Maruti Suzuki, Times Drive)

6 hours ago | [YT] | 149

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Royal Enfield has launched the Himalayan 440 at β‚Ή2.29 lakh, bringing back the spirit of the original Himalayan with an upgraded engine and improved touring capability. πŸ”₯

Key highlights:
πŸ”Ή 443cc engine
πŸ”Ή 25.4 bhp & 34 Nm of torque
πŸ”Ή 6-speed gearbox
πŸ”Ή 21-inch front & 17-inch rear spoke wheels
πŸ”Ή 220mm ground clearance
πŸ”Ή 200mm front & 180mm rear suspension travel
πŸ”Ή 15-litre fuel tank
πŸ”Ή 800mm seat height
πŸ”Ή Switchable dual-channel ABS
πŸ”Ή Bookings open from September 4, 2026

(Royal Enfield Himalayan 440, Himalayan 440, Royal Enfield, Times Drive)

1 day ago | [YT] | 449

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β›½ Kia Carens Clavis With Factory-Fitted CNG Kit Revealed!

Kia has announced its factory-fitted CNG option for India. Both the Carens and Carens Clavis now getting CNG directly from Kia instead of the earlier dealer-level fitment.

Key highlights:
πŸ”Ή 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine
πŸ”Ή 93hp & 123Nm of torque
πŸ”Ή Boot space reduced to 116 litres
πŸ”Ή Retuned suspension to accommodate the CNG setup

Would you pick the CNG Carens Clavis over the petrol version? πŸ‘€πŸ‘‡

(Kia Carens Clavis CNG, Kia CNG, Kia India, Carens, Carens Clavis, CNG MPV, Times Drive)

1 day ago | [YT] | 105

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🌱 Kia Syros Flex-Fuel Concept unveiled!

Kia has unveiled the Syros Flex-Fuel Concept, its first flex-fuel car for India, capable of running on petrol, ethanol and varying petrol-ethanol blends. πŸ‘€

Key highlights:
πŸ”Ή 1.0-litre 3-cylinder direct-injection turbo-petrol engine
πŸ”Ή Upgraded ECU, TCU and fuel system for flex-fuel compatibility
πŸ”Ή E100 compatible
πŸ”Ή 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox
πŸ”Ή Exterior and interior largely unchanged from the standard Syros
πŸ”Ή Production launch timeline yet to be confirmed

Kia becomes the second carmaker in India to unveil a flex-fuel car, as the industry moves towards higher ethanol-blended fuels.

(Kia Syros, Syros Flex Fuel, Flex Fuel Car, Ethanol Fuel, Kia India, Flex Fuel India, E85, Kia Syros FFV, Times Drive)

1 day ago | [YT] | 106

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πŸ‘‘ Kia’s first strong hybrid SUV is finally launched in India!

The Kia Sorento has been launched in India at β‚Ή27.99 lakh, with hybrid and diesel engine options, AWD capability and a feature-packed premium cabin.

Key highlights:
πŸ”Ή 2.2-litre diesel β€” 193 PS & 442 Nm
πŸ”Ή 1.6-litre turbo-petrol hybrid
πŸ”Ή FWD & AWD options
πŸ”Ή 6- and 7-seat configurations
πŸ”Ή 19-inch crystal-cut alloy wheels
πŸ”Ή Dual 12.3-inch screens
πŸ”Ή Second-row ventilation
πŸ”Ή Level 2 ADAS & 360-degree camera
πŸ”Ή Top-spec price: β‚Ή40.30 lakh

(Kia Sorento, Kia Sorento India, Kia SUV, Kia India, Times Drive)

1 day ago | [YT] | 170

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Mercedes-Benz has brought the CONCEPT AMG GT XX to India!

With over 1,341bhp, three electric motors, and a claimed top speed of over 360km/h.

Key highlights:

πŸ”Ή Three electric motors producing over 1,341bhp
πŸ”Ή Claimed top speed of over 360km/h
πŸ”Ή 800V+ architecture
πŸ”Ή Around 400km of WLTP range added in ~5 minutes
πŸ”Ή MBUX Fluid Light Panel

(Mercedes-AMG GT XX, AMG GT XX, Mercedes-AMG Times Drive)

1 day ago | [YT] | 227

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The BYD Shark plug-in hybrid pickup packs a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, dual electric motors and AWD, delivering a combined 650Nm and a claimed 670km WLTP range.

Key highlights:

πŸ”Ή 0–100km/h in 5.7 seconds
πŸ”Ή 650Nm combined torque
πŸ”Ή 670km combined WLTP range
πŸ”Ή 29.58kWh Battery
πŸ”Ή 230mm ground clearance
πŸ”Ή 700mm maximum wading depth
πŸ”Ή 3,500kg towing capacity

Do you want this pickup in India?

(BYD, BYD Shark, Shark PHEV, Times Drive)

2 days ago | [YT] | 314

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πŸ”₯ Tata Curvv Series X launched at β‚Ή9.99 lakh!

Tata Motors has introduced the Curvv Series X with a new Smart X entry-level variant, added features across the range and prices going up to β‚Ή18.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Key highlights:

πŸ”Ή 10 variants across three engines
πŸ”Ή R-Comfort seats with passive ventilation
πŸ”Ή Six airbags as standard
πŸ”Ή 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity
πŸ”Ή Panoramic sunroof & 360-degree camera
πŸ”Ή Level 2 ADAS on top variants
πŸ”Ή Up to 18-inch alloy wheels

Would you consider the Curvv Series X at β‚Ή9.99 lakh? πŸ‘€πŸ‘‡

(Tata Curvv Series X, Tata Curvv, Tata Motors, Tata Cars, Times Drive)

2 days ago (edited) | [YT] | 204

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πŸ”₯ Old Mitsubishi Pajero vs New Pajero!

From its iconic boxy design to the all-new rugged SUV, the Pajero has come a long way while keeping its off-road DNA intact.

Which one has your heart β€” the OG Pajero or the new-gen Pajero? πŸ‘€πŸ‘‡

(Mitsubishi Pajero, New Pajero, Old Pajero, Pajero Evolution, Off Road SUV, 4x4, Mitsubishi SUV, Times Drive)

2 days ago | [YT] | 175

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⚑ Simple Wave launched at β‚Ή1.10 lakh!

Simple Energy has launched its first family scooter in India, with the top variant Wave+ offering a 5kWh battery, 243km claimed IDC range and a 90km/h top speed.

Key highlights:

πŸ”Ή Six variant across the model lineup
πŸ”Ή Up to 70-litre storage capacity
πŸ”Ή Up to 243km IDC range
πŸ”Ή 300mm water-wading capability
πŸ”Ή 775mm seat height

(Simple Wave, Simple Energy, Simple Wave Plus, Times Drive)

3 days ago | [YT] | 194