Maruti Suzuki E Vitara Production Commences

Maruti Suzuki has commenced production of its first-ever EV, the e Vitara, in India. The first shipments of the e Vitara will be headed to the UK soon. The list of dignitaries who attended the function included Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, and Keiichi Ono, Ambassador of Japan. The SUV, which was showcased at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo, will be manufactured at Maruti Suzuki’s Hansalpur plant in Gujarat. The EV will be exported to over 100 countries, which include the UK, where the vehicle is currently on sale at a starting price of  £29,999 (around Rs 35 lakh).

 

Talking at the venue, Toshihiro Suzuki, Representative Director & President, Suzuki Motor Corporation, said, “We will export this 'Made-in-India BEV' to over 100 countries, including Japan and Europe. Our 2 nd major milestone is the start of production of India’s first lithium-ion battery and cell with electrode-level localisation, which are used in our hybrid vehicles. These are being manufactured at the Toshiba Denso Suzuki plant here. With only raw material and some semi-conductor parts coming from Japan, this is a big salute to Atmanirbhar Bharat. We will use a multi-powertrain strategy, including Electric, Strong Hybrid, ethanol flex fuel, and compressed biogas, to achieve carbon neutrality and climate change goals. Suzuki will invest over 70 thousand crore rupees in India over the next 5 to 6 years. Honourable Prime Minister, Suzuki has proudly partnered in India’s mobility journey for over four decades.”

 

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition Unveiled

Originally slated to go into production by May 2025, plans to launch the e Vitara were delayed due to unknown reasons, despite the start of dispatches to Nexa dealers in India. In a previous earnings call, RC Bhargava, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, had stated that domestic sales of the car would start before the end of September and that annual production for this year will be somewhere near 70,000 [units], the bulk of which will be exported. 

 

Also Read: Suzuki Wagon R Hits 1 Crore Cumulative Global Sales Mark
 

The list of features offered in the e Vitara will include ambient lighting, Harman sound system, ventilated seats, and a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat. Safety features include seven airbags as standard and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The ADAS suite includes features such as a 360-degree camera, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control.

 

Also Read: Maruti Suzuki Fronx Now Gets Six Airbags As Standard; Prices Hiked

When it comes to powertrain options, the e Vitara will be offered with either a 49 kWh or 61 kWh battery pack. Front-wheel drive is standard with a 142 bhp and 192.5 Nm motor integrated into the front axle in the lower-spec models. Higher variants get a stronger 172 bhp on tap. According to the WLTP testing cycle, the 49 kWh variant offers a range of up to 346 km, while the 61 kWh version can go up to 428 km in its single-motor, two-wheel-drive configuration. The UK market also gets a dual motor, 4WD variant with the same 61 kWh battery, offering a range of up to 412 km.

 

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New Hyundai Venue Interior Spied For The First Time

The latest iteration of the Hyundai Venue has been spotted testing yet again ahead of its launch on October 24. The latest set of spy images gives us a first look at the SUV’s interior, which appears to be completely revamped from the outgoing model. Previous images of the new Venue’s test mules have also given a glimpse at the subcompact SUV's design. The launch of the new Venue will happen six years after the SUV was introduced in the Indian market.

 

Also Read: Hyundai Exter Pro Pack Launched in India; Prices Start At Rs 7.98 Lakh
 

According to the images, the interior of the new Venue will sport a similar layout to some newer Hyundais, which include the Verna, Creta and Alcazar. Sitting atop the dashboard is a curved panoramic display unit which combines the screens for the infotainment screen and digital instruments cluster under a single bezel. The steering wheel appears to be the same unit as the one in the Verna. Other features that are expected to be offered in the model include a panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS and a wireless charger. 

 

Also Read: Hyundai Creta Turns 10: Charting The SUV's Evolution Over A Decade

The front end of the new Venue will feature a split lighting setup, with a new full-width daytime-running lamp at the top, and vertically stacked headlight units that flank the grille. The lower lighting units also feature separate, angular daytime-running lamps. The silhouette of the Venue appears to have been hardly changed, according to the images. The rear end, meanwhile, appears to get a new connected taillamp unit with new signatures.

 

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On the powertrain front, the new Venue is likely to retain the same crop of engines from the current-gen SUV. These include naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol and diesel engine options. Hyundai could also offer a CNG powertrain option for the Indian market.

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New Audi Q3 Sportback Makes Global Debut

Audi has unveiled the second-gen Q3 Sportback Coupe-SUV ahead of it going on sale in global markets in the coming months. The new Q3 Sportback shares all of its tech and mechanicals with the new Q3 SUV unveiled in June 2025, with major differences coming down to the styling changes, including a more pronounced coupe-like roofline and alloy wheels.

 

Also read: Audi India Reports Sales of 2,128 Units In H1 2025, Down 14 Per Cent

On the design front, the Q3 Sportback carries over the standard Q3’s split headlamp design with high-set LED daytime running lamps and the headlamps set lower down in the bumper flanking the hexagonal Audi grille. In profile, the Sportback’s sleeker profile becomes more apparent with a sharply raked C-pillar and rear windshield and a revised glasshouse. Audi says that the sleeker roofline makes the Sportback 29 mm lower than the standard SUV. Another differentiator over the SUV is the wheels, which are 18-inchers as standard compared to the SUV’s 17-inchers. Both the Q3 SUV and Sportback offer wheel size options of up to 20 inches.

 

Also read: Explained: Audi’s Steering Column-Mounted Controls For Indicators & Wipers In The New Q3 SUV

Moving to the rear, the sharply raked rear windshield aside, the design is identical to the third-gen Q3, replete with two-piece tail lamps comprising a full-width lightbar and slim main stop lamps positioned higher up. As with the Q3 SUV, the Sportback also gets the option of OLED lighting
 

Inside the cabin, the Q3 Sportback gets an identical cabin layout as its SUV sibling, save for slightly tighter headroom. The dashboard features an 11.9-inch instrument cluster and a 12.8-inch MMI touchscreen infotainment system in top spec trim with no option for a dedicated co-driver display. The control surfaces are also directly carried over, including the new fixed stalks behind the steering that now house button-based controls for the wipers and other functions.

 

Also Read: Third-Gen Audi Q3 Revealed With Electrified Powertrains, New Tech
 

While Audi hasn’t shared full details on the room within the cabin, it says the cargo capacity with the rear seats folded down is reduced by 97 litres over the SUV.

 

Moving to the engine line-up, the new Q3 Sportback carries over the same line-up from the Q3 SUV, including an entry-level 1.5-litre turbo-petrol, a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol in two states of tune and a 2.0-litre diesel engine. Also offered is an e-hybrid plug-in hybrid option, developing a combined 268 bhp and 400 Nm - identical to the Q3 e-hybrid. Interestingly, the Q3 Sportback e-hybrid has a slightly lower EV-only range at 118 km to the SUV’s 119 km.

 

Also Read: New Audi Q5 Plug-In Hybrid Revealed; Gets Up To 100 Km EV-Only Range
 

The Q3 Sportback will go on sale in global markets in the coming months, and an India launch could be on the cards as well sometime next year, given that the outgoing model is sold in India.

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2025 Indian Scout Range Launched In India

Indian Motorcycles has launched the MY25 Scout and Scout Sixty ranges in the Indian market. The launch of these motorcycles comes two months after the launch of Indian’s heavy motorcycle range, in June 2025. The models are offered with two powertrain options, which include a 999 cc V-Twin for the Scout Sixty range and a 1250 cc liquid-cooled V-Twin for the Scout range. The motorcycles also get a new tubular steel chassis.

Model Name	Prices (ex-showroom)
Scout Sixty Bobber	Rs 12.99 lakh
Sport Scout Sixty	Rs 13.28 lakh
Scout Sixty Limited	Rs 13.42 lakh
Scout Bobber	Rs 13.99 lakh
Scout Classic	Rs 14.02 lakh
Sport Scout	Rs 14.09 lakh
101 Scout	Rs 15.99 lakh
Super Scout	Rs 16.15 lakh

 

Indian Scout Sixty Range

 

Indian Scout Sixty Bobber (Rs 12.99 lakh, ex-showroom)
 

The Indian Scout Sixty Bobber is the single-seat, bobber-styled version in the Scout Sixty series. The motorcycle comes with design elements such as a chopped off rear fender, a scooped up seat, alloy wheels and Indian’s signature teardrop fuel tank. The motorcycle is offered in four colour options- Black Metallic, Heavy Metal, Black Smoke, and Springfield Blue. The list of features on offer in the motorcycle includes ABS, Ride Modes, USB Charge Port, Cruise Control,  and Traction Control. 

 

The Indian Scout Sixty Bobber features a 999 cc liquid-cooled engine that churns out 86 bhp and 87 Nm of torque. The motorcycle features a 13-litre fuel tank. The seat height of the motorcycle amounts to just 649 mm, making it accessible to riders of a shorter stature. 
 

Indian Sport Scout Sixty (Rs 13.28 lakh, ex-showroom)

The Indian Sport Scout Sixty, meanwhile, is a sportier-looking version of the Scout Sixty Bobber. The biggest visual changes in this bike over the Bobber are the headlamp fairing and the ape handlebars, which leads to a significant change in riding posture over the Bobber. The list of colour options offered on the motorcycle includes- Sunset Red Smoke, Black Smoke, Blue Dusk, and Black Metallic. The motorcycle features a 999 cc liquid-cooled engine that churns out 86 bhp and 87 Nm of torque. The motorcycle features a 13-litre fuel tank. The seat height of the motorcycle amounts to just 654 mm, 5 mm more than the Scout Sixty Bobber. 
 

Indian Scout Sixty Classic (Rs 13.42 lakh, ex-showroom)
 

The Classic is the motorcycle that, as its name suggests, is the more traditional-looking model in the Scout Sixty lineup. The motorcycle comes with design elements such as a prominent rear fender, a chrome exhaust and chrome-lined alloy wheels. The motorcycle will be offered in two colour schemes- Black Metallic and Frost Silver. The list of standard features on the bike includes ABS, Ride Modes, USB Charge Port, Cruise Control, and  Traction Control. 

 

Much like the rest of the lineup, the motorcycle features a 999 cc liquid-cooled engine that churns out 86 bhp and 87 Nm of torque. The motorcycle features a 13-litre fuel tank. The seat height of the motorcycle is identical to the Sport Scout Sixty and amounts to just 654 mm.

 

Indian Scout Range 

 

Indian Scout Classic (Rs 14.02 lakh)
 

The Indian Scout Classic, much like the Scout Sixty Classic, is the more timeless-looking model in the Scout lineup. The design elements on the motorcycle include a range of chrome bits such as the exhaust, mirrors and indicators. The Scout Classic comes with 16-inch spoked wheels. The list of colour options on offer includes Black Metallic, Silver Quartz Smoke, Ghost White and Sunset Red. The engine on the Scout Classic is a 1250 cc liquid-cooled V-Twin that churns out nearly 106 bhp. 
 

Indian Scout Bobber (Rs 13.99 lakh, ex-showroom)

The Scout Bobber is the bobber-styled version in the Scout lineup, which, unlike the Scout Classic, features fully blacked-out styling elements, which include the exhaust, bar-end mirrors and engine cover. The motorcycle is powered by the same engine as the Scout Classic, which is a 1250 cc liquid-cooled V-Twin that churns out nearly 106 bhp. 
 

Indian Sport Scout (Rs 14.09 lakh, ex-showroom)

The Indian Sport Scout, meanwhile, is the sportier-looking offering in the bunch. While it retains the same chopped fender as the Bobber, it gets a bikini fairing up front, eight-spoke alloy wheels. The motorcycle is offered in four colour schemes- Black Metallic, Black Smoke, Storm Blue, and Nara Bronze Smoke. This motorcycle gets the same engine as the other bikes in the lineup, a 1250 cc liquid-cooled V-Twin that churns out nearly 106 bhp.
 

Indian Super Scout (Rs 16.15 lakh, ex-showroom)

The more touring-oriented motorcycle in this lineup is the Super Scout. This version of the bike comes with saddlebags and a pillion seat as standard, in addition to other styling cues such as a tall visor, chrome exhaust and wire-spoked wheels. The motorcycle can be had in two colour options- Black Smoke and Maroon Metallic. 

 

Indian 101 Scout (Rs 15.99 lakh, ex-showroom)
 

The Indian 101 Scout is essentially the sportiest model in the lineup. The motorcycle comes with a USD fork setup finished in gold, gas-charged rear shocks with 76 mm travel and Brembo disc brakes. The motorcycle also gets 127 mm moto-style risers and bar-end mirrors. The motorcycle also gets a more powerful version of the 1250 cc liquid-cooled V-Twin that churns out nearly 112.5 bhp. 

 

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2025 Renault Kiger Facelift Variants Explained

Renault recently pulled the covers off the Kiger facelift, along with announcing prices for the subcompact SUV. The Kiger is Renault’s second facelifted model to launch in India in 2025, following the Triber facelift and receives updates both in terms of cosmetics and to the variant list and features. The variants have been renamed post the facelift, going from RxE, RxL and RxZ to Authentic, Evolution, Techno and Emotion. All four trim levels are offered with a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, with the Techno and Emotion also getting the option for a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol mill.
 

Also read: Renault Kiger Facelift Launched In India At Rs 6.30 Lakh
 

The engines are not new, but have been carried over from the outgoing Kiger and are now E20 compliant. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual as standard, with the naturally aspirated unit getting the option for an AMT, while the turbo-petrol is offered with a CVT. Prices for the Kiger facelift start at Rs 6.30 lakh and go up to Rs 11.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

 

Here is a look at the variant-wise feature list of the Kiger facelift:
 

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Renault Kiger Authentic (1.0 Petrol MT: Rs 6.30 lakh)
 

• LED Daytime running lamps
• LED tail lamps
• 16-inch steel wheels with covers
• Fabric upholstery
• 60/40 split folding rear seat
• Digital instrument cluster
• Manual AC
• PM 2.5 filter
• Front & rear power windows
• Remote lock/unlock
• 6 Airbags
• ESC
• Traction Control
• Hill start assist
• Rear parking sensors
• Seat belt reminders - all passengers
• ISOFIX child seat anchors

 

 

Also read: New Renault Triber Makes India Debut; Launched At Rs 6.29 Lakh
 

Renault Kiger Evolution (1.0 Petrol MT/AMT: Rs 7.10 lakh to Rs 7.60 lakh)
 

In addition to the Kiger Authentic
 

• 8-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth connectivity
• Android Auto/Apple CarPlay (Wired)
• Steering-mounted audio controls
• 4 speakers
• Rear AC vents
• Electrically adjustable wing mirrors
• Rear parcel shelf
• Day/Night adjustable rear view mirror
• Steering height adjust
• Rear view camera
• Shark fin antenna

 

Renault Kiger Techno (1.0 Petrol MT/AMT: Rs 8.20 lakh to Rs 8.93 lakh; 1.0 Turbo CVT: Rs 10 lakh)
 

In addition to Kiger Evolution
 

• Projector LED headlamps
• Roof rails with 50 kg carrying capacity
• 16-inch flex wheels (stylised steel wheels with covers)
• Front centre console with storage and armrest
• Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
• Auto climate control
• Power folding wing mirrors
• Driver seat height adjust
• Rear wiper & washer
• Keyless entry and go
• Upper glove boxes
• Driver window auto up/down with antipinch

 Also read: Renault Triber Facelift: Variants Explained
 

Renault Kiger Emotion (1.0 Petrol MT: Rs 9.15 lakh to Rs 9.38 lakh; 1.0 Turbo MT/CVT: Rs 10 lakh to Rs 11.30 lakh)
 

In addition to Kiger Techno
 

• Additional chrome garnish (Turbo only)
• Red brake callipers (Turbo only)
• LED fog lamps
• Leatherette upholstery
• Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
• Auto fold function for wing mirrors
• 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster
• 3D Arkamys sound system
• Cruise control (MT only)
• Wireless charging pad
• Rear defogger
• Cooled glovebox
• Ambient lighting
• Remote engine start via key (Turbo only)
• Auto headlamps & wipers
• Ventilated front seats
• Multi-view rear-view camera

All prices ex-showroom, Delhi

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Renault Kiger Facelift Launched In India At Rs 6.30 Lakh

Just a month after the launch of the Triber, Renault India has launched the Kiger facelift in India. Offered in four trims- Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Emotion- prices for the new model range from Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 11.30 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). With the facelift, the changes to the Kiger include revised styling, along with the addition of a few new features, much like the Triber.

 

Also Read: Nissan's Duster-Based SUV Spied On Test In India For The First Time
 

Variant Name	Price (ex-showroom)
Authentic MT	Rs 6.30 lakh
Evolution MT	Rs 7.10 lakh
Evolution AMT	Rs 7.60 lakh
Techno MT	Rs 8.20 lakh
Techno MT Dual Tone	Rs 8.43 lakh
Techno AMT Energy	Rs 8.70 lakh
Techno AMT Dual Tone	Rs 9 lakh
Emotion MT	Rs 9.15 lakh
Emotion MT Dual Tone	Rs 9.38 lakh
Emotion Turbo MT	Rs 10 lakh
Emotion Turbo MT Dual Tone	Rs 10 lakh
Techno CVT Turbo	Rs 10 lakh
Techno CVT Turbo Dual Tone	Rs 10 lakh
Emotion CVT Turbo	Rs 11.30 lakh
Emotion CVT Turbo Dual Tone	Rs 11.30 lakh

On the cosmetic front, the Kiger facelift gets a few subtle updates to bring it up to date. The changes are most evident on the fascia, which sports a fully-redesigned front bumper with a polygonal air intake, flanked by tri-projector headlights which appear to be similar to the units on the outgoing model. The front end of the Kiger also features intrusions under the daytime-running lamp (DRL) clusters, around the headlights. The DRLs are now merged with a thin horizontal grille. The Kiger facelift rides on new 16-inch alloy wheels and continues to feature roof rails much like its predecessor. The changes towards the rear of the vehicle are limited, as it appears to retain the same taillamp units as before. 

 

Also Read: New Renault Triber Makes India Debut; Launched At Rs 6.29 Lakh
 

Renault has also mentioned that it made some changes to the car’s chassis, which include a reinforced D-ring, a concrete load path and optimised joineries. 
 

The interior layout is the same as the previous model

 

Inside, the Kiger retains the same interior layout as the outgoing model, featuring a freestanding eight-inch central infotainment display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Renault has, however, stated that the car’s cabin now offers improved sound insulation and comes with thicker carpets. The cabin of the Kiger sports a dual-tone colour scheme, much like the Triber facelift. The list of features offered on the car includes ventilated front seats, leatherette upholstery, 360-degree cameras and steering-mounted controls. On the safety front, the car now gets six airbags as standard. 

 

Also Read: Renault Triber Old Vs New: Exterior, Interior & Features
 

The engine and transmission options of the Kiger remain the same

 

The 2025 Renault Kiger continues to be powered by a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, generating 72 bhp and 96 Nm of torque and is available with either a 5-speed manual or an AMT gearbox. Additionally, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which produces 100 bhp and 152 Nm (160 Nm with CVT), is offered with a choice of 5-speed manual or CVT transmission.

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Renault Kiger Facelift Launched In India At Rs 6.29 Lakh

Just a month after the launch of the Triber, Renault India has launched the Kiger facelift in India. Offered in four trims- Authentic, Evolution, Techno, Emotion- prices for the new model range from Rs 6.29 lakh to Rs 11.29 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). With the facelift, the changes to the Kiger include revised styling, along with the addition of a few new features, much like the Triber.

 

Also Read: Nissan's Duster-Based SUV Spied On Test In India For The First Time
 

On the cosmetic front, the Kiger facelift gets a few subtle updates to bring it up to date. The changes are most evident on the fascia, which sports a fully-redesigned front bumper with a polygonal air intake, flanked by tri-projector headlights which appear to be similar to the units on the outgoing model. The front end of the Kiger also features intrusions under the daytime-running lamp (DRL) clusters, around the headlights. The DRLs are now merged with a thin horizontal grille. The Kiger facelift rides on new 16-inch alloy wheels and continues to feature roof rails much like its predecessor. The changes towards the rear of the vehicle are limited, as it appears to retain the same taillamp units as before. 

 

Also Read: New Renault Triber Makes India Debut; Launched At Rs 6.29 Lakh
 

Renault has also mentioned that it made some changes to the car’s chassis, which include a reinforced D-ring, a concrete load path and optimised joineries. 
 

The interior layout is the same as the previous model

 

Inside, the Kiger retains the same interior layout as the outgoing model, featuring a freestanding eight-inch central infotainment display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Renault has, however, stated that the car’s cabin now offers improved sound insulation and comes with thicker carpets. The cabin of the Kiger sports a dual-tone colour scheme, much like the Triber facelift. The list of features offered on the car includes ventilated front seats, leatherette upholstery, 360-degree cameras and steering-mounted controls. On the safety front, the car now gets six airbags as standard. 

 

Also Read: Renault Triber Old Vs New: Exterior, Interior & Features
 

The engine and transmission options of the Kiger remain the same

 

The 2025 Renault Kiger continues to be powered by a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, generating 72 bhp and 96 Nm of torque and is available with either a 5-speed manual or an AMT gearbox. Additionally, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which produces 100 bhp and 152 Nm (160 Nm with CVT), is offered with a choice of 5-speed manual or CVT transmission.

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Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition: All 999 Units Booked In Minutes

The Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition, launched just a few days ago, has witnessed incredible demand, with all 999 units booked as soon as the bookings window opened on August 23. The SUV, which is essentially a limited-run, special edition version of the electric SUV, was fully booked in just over two minutes (135 seconds), as per a Mahindra statement. Initially limited to just 300 units, Mahindra had more than tripled production for the car to 999 units shortly after its launch event, due to overwhelming demand. The BE 6 Batman Edition is the result of an official collaboration between Warner Bros and Mahindra. 

 

Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition: Production To Be More Than Tripled To 999 Units
 

The BE 6 Batman edition is Rs 87,000 more expensive than the standard model

 

Priced at Rs 27.79 lakh (ex-showroom), Rs 87,000 more than the standard model, the BE 6 Batman Edition comes with an array of styling cues exclusive to it. These include a satin black paint scheme complemented by piano black accents on the front and rear bumpers, cladding, ORVMs, and running board. This version also comes with Batman-themed decals on the driver’s door, striped 20-inch alloy wheels with Batman logos on the hub caps, and gold-painted brake calipers and suspension components. Batman logos are also present in the front quarter panels, rear bumper, windows, and rear windshield.

 

Also Read: Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Launched At Rs 27.79 Lakh
 

The interior of the vehicle features a dual-tone colour scheme which combines shades of gold and black

 

On the inside, a noticeable element is the Batman hologram projected onto the roof, which can change colours through the central touchscreen. The interior of the vehicle features a dual-tone colour scheme, which combines the same gold finish used for the brake calipers with black accents across the layout.

 

Also Read: Mahindra XEV 9e and BE 6 Launched In Nepal
 

The BE 6 Batman Edition is equipped with a 79 kWh battery pack that delivers an ARAI-certified range of 682 km. This pack is paired with a single electric motor that makes a peak 282 bhp and 380 Nm.

 

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New TVS e-Scooter India Launch On August 28; Likely To Be Named Orbiter

TVS looks set to expand its electric scooter line-up with the launch of an all-new electric scooter. Likely to be badged Orbiter, the scooter is expected to be based on the design patents that the company filed earlier this year in Indonesia, previewing a boxy scooter with large wheels.
 

Also read: New TVS Electric Scooter Design Patented: Will This Be The Entry-Level TVS EV?
 

The teaser image accompanying the launch date announcement shows a model hidden by a cover, hiding away almost all details. The only visible cues include the curve of what looks to be a large front wheel visible at the front and the points of the handlebar-mounted rear view mirrors. The teaser image also featured a large ‘O’ in the background, alluding to the fact that the model’s name could start with the letter.
 

TVS’ previous patent images have suggested that the scooter will get a very utilitarian design with boxy and upright proportions while retaining some of the design elements seen on the iQube, including the edge-to-edge DRL on the front apron and the taillight.
 

Also read: TVS NTorq 150 Officially Teased Ahead Of Unveil On September 1
 

The suspension set-up is also expected to be quite basic with a telescopic fork up front and twin shocks at the rear. The electric motor, meanwhile, looks to be mounted in the rear wheel hub.
 

Also read: TVS Ntorq 125 Super Soldier Edition Launched At Rs 98,117
 

The new scooter is expected to be positioned below the current iQube as a more affordable model. Full powertrain details are not yet known, though it could share components with the iQube to keep costs in check.

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EVs Exempt From Paying Toll On Atal Setu From August 22

The Maharashtra state government has waived toll for electric vehicles on the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link or Atal Setu, with effect from August 22, 2025. The exemption arrives months after the government incorporated the new state EV policy 2025, which listed toll exemptions on major roads such as the Atal Setu, Mumbai-Pune Expressway and others for electric vehicles.
 

Also read: Maharashtra EV Policy 2025 Approved: Check Subsidies For Electric Scooters And Cars
 

As per reports, the toll exemption for EVs is set to eventually also extend to the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the Samruddhi Expressway as well in the coming months. Decisions for toll waivers or subsidised rates for other state and national highways within the state will also be taken in due course.
 

 

Also read: Maharashtra Hikes Tax On New CNG Cars By 1 Per Cent; Raises Maximum Tax Limit To Rs 30 Lakh
 

The exemption for tolls was one of several measures to be undertaken by the state government in a bid to push EV uptake, which included establishing more charging stations, subsidies on electric two-wheelers and passenger cars and waiver of registration charges. The toll waiver is applicable to all electric passenger vehicles, privately owned or commercial, including buses. Electric goods carriers do not fall under the exempted category. The new EV policy is valid until March 31, 2030.

 

Interestingly, the state government had issued a Government Resolution in May 2025, citing the exemption from payment of tolls for EVs on Atal Setu, Mumbai Pune Expressway and the Samruddhi Expressway. However, tolls have reportedly continued to be collected from all vehicles on the aforementioned routes so far.

 

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Hyundai Exter Pro Pack Launched in India; Prices Start At Rs 7.98 Lakh

Hyundai has updated the Exter micro-SUV range with a new Pro Pack trim, which is now available from the S+ variant onwards. Prices for the Exter Pro Pack start at Rs 7.98 lakh (ex-showroom), making it about Rs 5,000 more expensive than the standard S+ trim.
 

Also read: Second-Gen Hyundai Venue India Launch On October 24
 

Compared to the standard Exter, the Pro Pack trims get a slightly more muscular look courtesy of more prominent wheel arch cladding and silver side sill protector trim. Another differentiator between the standard Exter and the Exter Pro pack is a new matte colour option - Titan Grey Matte. Interestingly, the standard Exter is also offered in Titan Grey, albeit with a gloss finish.

 

Also Read: Hyundai Creta Turns 10: Charting The SUV's Evolution Over A Decade

 

Exter Pro Pack gets more pronounced wheel arch cladding and, silver side sill garnish.

 

On the feature front, the only notable update is the addition of a Dash Cam on the SX(O) AMT Pro Pack variant. The feature was previously offered on the lower spec SX Tech and the top spec SX(O) Connect variants.
 

Also read: Genesis Finally Coming To India? Hyundai 'Strategically Evaluating' Launch Of Luxury Arm
 

Mechanically, there are no updates to the Exter Pro Pack, with the micro-SUV continuing to feature a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a manual gearbox as standard and with the option of an AMT. The Exter also gets the option of a factory-fitted CNG kit on select variants.
 

The Exter goes up against the Tata Punch in the micro-SUV segment.

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