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Suzuki Motorcycle India Private Limited (SMIPL) has announced revised prices across its two-wheeler line-up below 350 cc, passing on the cut in GST rates to the brand’s customers. The bestselling Suzuki Access is now more affordable by Rs. 8,523 while the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 gets the maximum benefit of Rs. 18,024. According to Suzuki, the lower GST on spare parts and accessories will be passed on to customers across the country, who will benefit from lower long-term ownership expenses.
The revised prices will come into effect from September 22, 2025, following the government’s announcement to reduce GST from 28 per cent to 18 per cent on all two-wheelers upto 350 cc. In the scooter segment, the Suzuki Burgman Ex gets the maximum price benefit of Rs. 9,798, while the Suzuki Avenis is now more affordable by Rs. 7,823.
In the motorcycle segment below 350 cc, the Suzuki V-Strom SX will now become more affordable by Rs. 17,982 while the Suzuki Gixxer will get a price cut of Rs. 11,520. The full-faired Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 gets the maximum price benefit of Rs. 18,024.
Maruti Suzuki has become one of the last Indian carmakers to announce a downward revision in prices due to the upcoming revision in GST rates on automobiles. The carmaker has said that its range of cars will become more affordable by up to Rs 1.30 lakh, with the likes of the S-Presso, Alto, Fronx, Brezza and Grand Vitara set to receive the largest price cuts.
Starting with the small cars, the S-Presso is set to replace the Alto as the most affordable entry model in Maruti Suzuki’s range with a price cut of up to Rs 1.30 lakh. Prices for the S-Presso will now start from Rs 3.50 lakh as against Rs 4.27 lakh (ex-showroom). The Alto will also witness a substantial price cut of up to Rs 1.08 lakh, depending on the variant, with the starting price set to drop to Rs 3.70 lakh from the current Rs 4.23 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Celerio too will see a notable price cut of up to Rs 94,000, with the starting price set to be reduced to Rs 4.70 lakh from the current Rs 5.64 lakh (ex-showroom). Similarly, the popular Wagon R’s prices are set to receive a downward revision of up to Rs 80,000, with the hatch to be now priced from Rs 4.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The Ignis, meanwhile, see its starting price drop to Rs 5.35 lakh (ex-showroom) with prices of variants set to be reduced by up to Rs 72,000.
Popular models such as the Swift and Baleno will see prices slashed by up to Rs 85,000 and Rs 86,000, respectively. Prices for the Swift will now start at Rs 5.79 lakh with the Baleno starting from Rs 5.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The Dzire will see prices cut by up to Rs 88,000, with prices now starting from Rs 6.26 lakh (ex-showroom).
Maruti Suzuki Nexa Vehicle Range
Model
Price Reduction Depending on Variant
New Starting Price w.e.f Sept 22 (ex-showroom)
Old Starting Price (ex-showroom)
Maruti Ignis
Up to Rs 71,300
Rs 5.35 lakh
Rs 5.85 lakh
Maruti Baleno
Up to Rs 86,100
Rs 5.99 lakh
Rs 6.74 lakh
Maruti Fronx
Up to Rs 1.13 lakh
Rs 6.85 lakh
Rs 7.59 lakh
Maruti XL6
Up to Rs 52,000
Rs 11.52 lakh
Rs 11.93 lakh
Maruti Jimny
Up to Rs 51,900
Rs 12.31 lakh
Rs 12.76 lakh
Maruti Grand Vitara
Up to Rs 1.07 lakh
Rs 10.77 lakh
Rs 11.42 lakh
Maruti Invicto
Up to Rs 61,700
Rs 24.97 lakh
Rs 25.51 lakh
The Fronx and Brezza will both see prices reduced by up to Rs 1.13 lakh. The former will now be priced from Rs 6.85 lakh (ex-showroom) while the latter will now start from Rs 8.26 lakh (ex-showroom). The larger Grand Vitara, meanwhile, will see prices cut by up to Rs 1.07 lakh. Prices for the compact SUV will now start from Rs 10.77 lakh (ex-showroom). The Jimny also receives a price cut by up to Rs 52,000.
Maruti’s MPV duo of the Ertiga and more premium XL6, meanwhile, will see prices slashed by up to Rs 47,000 and Rs 52,000, respectively, while the larger Invicto will see a downward price revision of up to Rs 62,000. The Ertiga and XL6 will now be priced from Rs 8.80 lakh and Rs 11.52 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively, while the Invicto will start at Rs 24.97 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Eeco, Super Carry and Tour S, meanwhile, will see prices slashed by up to Rs 68,000.
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Ducati India has identified 393 units of its Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 models, which are being recalled over a potential defect in the rear wheel axle of the single-sided swingarm. The recall is part of a global action, and the bikes affected in India include the Ducati Panigale V4 (model year 2018 to 2024), and Streetfighter V4 (model year 2018 to 2025). Ducati India has confirmed that the brand is in touch with customers who own the models with the affected vehicle identification numbers (VINs).
As part of the global recall, Ducati North America is recalling just over 10,000 Ducati Panigale V4 and Streetfighter V4 motorcycles, over a range of model years, because of the potential defect in the rear wheel axle shaft on some units. The first and sole such failure incident was reported in September 2023 after which Ducati’s internal safety commission reviewed and monitored available data and that of subsequent reports received in November 2023, all from markets outside of US.
According to a US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report, “a total of 11 worldwide cases plus some core samplings were examined. Various testing and analysis efforts failed to replicate the failure and proved inconclusive. Nonetheless, out of abundant precaution, a more robust wheel shaft was implemented into production and 10,182 post-production units (in the US) will be recalled for rear wheel shaft replacement, free of charge.”
Since then, Ducati has been proactively doing sample collection on a fleet of motorcycles in selected markets, without any conclusion. In July 2025, the brand decided to stop the sampling collection and to analyse all the samples collected to draw conclusions. On August 26, 2025, Ducati Motor Holding’s internal safety commission, based on the information developed during the investigation and related sampling collection, decided to launch a worldwide recall campaign to address this condition in the affected population.
It may be noted that for the 2025 model year, Ducati has changed the design of the rear swingarm, moving away from the single sided design to a new hollow symmetrical swingarm that is said to reduce lateral stiffness by 37 per cent while offering better grip, more direct line holding and increased stability. The change in the swingarm design is however not related to the latest recall. You can read about the 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 from our first ride experience earlier this year in Thailand.
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Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer River has announced a 8-year/80,000 kilometre extended warranty program for the battery and motor of its flagship electric scooter, the River Indie. According to a company announcement, the extended warranty program will be available from October 1, 2025 for all new bookings and existing customers. Additionally, customers who previously opted for the company’s 5-year extended warranty can upgrade to the new 8-year warranty program withing a limited one-month window.
According to River, the 8 years/80,000 km extended warranty ensures protection if the battery’s state of health drops below 70 per cent or if the motor becomes non-functional even after repair. The 8-year extended warranty plan is available to customers who have made a purchase since April 1, 2025 for Rs. 8,399 + GST and customers with an existing 5-year extended warranty for Rs. 3,399 + GST.
River says the new 8-year extended warranty program, one of the longest and most comprehensive warranties in the EV two-wheeler industry and has been designed to strengthen the brand’s commitment to its customers. It is aimed at providing long-term value, brand reliability and rider-first solutions.
River currently operates 32 stores across 15 cities, including Bengaluru, Mysuru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi and Vishakapatnam. By 2026, River aims to establish a strong presence across all major cities in India through a mix of company-owned outlets and dealership partners.
The River Indie has been an impressive electric scooter for the car&bike team and had even won the coveted Scooter of the Year Award at the car&bike Awards 2024. The company is planning is second product after the River Indie, which is likely to be launched sometime in 2026.
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The Tata Altroz facelift has become the latest Tata passenger vehicle to secure a full five-star crash safety rating from Bharat NCAP. The Altroz is the ninth Tata passenger car to secure a full five-star rating alongside models such as the Harrier & Harrier EV, Safari, Nexon & Nexon EV, Punch EV, Curvv & Curvy EV. The only models yet untested by Bharat NCAP include the internal combustion Punch, Tiago & Tiago EV and the Tigor and Tigor EV.
The Altroz is only the second hatchback to be tested by Bharat NCAP after the four-star-rated Baleno, with the Tata performing notably better. In adult occupant protection, the Altroz secured 29.65 points out of 32, offering good to adequate levels of protection to adult occupants in frontal offset impact and side pole impact testing. The hatchback, however, dropped points for offering marginal protection to the adult occupant’s chest in the side barrier impact test.
For child occupant protection, the Altroz scored 44.90 out of 49 points. In hatchback secured a dynamic score of 23.90 out of 24, along with a full 12 of 12 points for child restraint system installation. The hatchback, however, dropped points in the vehicle assessment score - scoring 9 out of a max 13 points.
Tata’s premium hatchback received a notable facelift earlier this year, bringing with it sharper exterior looks as well as a revamped cabin with some notable feature updates. The hatchback is currently offered with a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine as standard, paired with either a 5-speed manual, 5-speed AMT or a 6-speed DCT. The petrol mill can also be had with a factory-fitted CNG kit offered solely with the manual gearbox. The Altroz also remains the only hatchback in the market to still offer a diesel engine option - a 1.5-litre mill good for 88 bhp and 200 Nm paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
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TVS Motor Company and Noise have joined hands to introduce India’s first EV-smartwatch integration, connecting the TVS iQube electric scooter with a special edition TVS iQube Noise smartwatch. The new smartwatch has been designed as a mobility companion, offering real-time updates on vehicle status, battery percentage, estimated distance-to-empty, tyre pressure monitoring and charging process.
The watch also includes other information like theft and two alerts with haptics, crash and fall detection, geofence notifications, and safety reminders like low battery or charging complete prompts. This made in India smartwatch has been priced at Rs. 2,999 and will be available exclusively on the official TVS iQube website. The smartwatch comes bundled with a complimentary 12-month Noise Gold subscription.
The TVS iQube Noise smartwatch offers an industry-first smartwatch integrated with an electric scooter
“We are committed to reimagining the future of mobility by seamlessly blending technology, sustainability and customer-centric innovation. Our partnership with Noise is a testament to this vision, transforming the smartwatch from a lifestyle device into a smart riding assistant. By integrating the TVS iQube with a connected smartwatch, we are empowering our riders with smarter, safer and more intuitive journeys while shaping the future of mobility in India,” said Aniruddha Haldar, Senior Vice President - Head Commuter & EV Business and Head Corporate Brand & Media, TVS Motor Company.
More than 6.5 lakh TVS iQube electric scooters have been sold in India.
The TVS iQube has sold over 6.5 lakh units in India, reaffirming its position as one of India’s highest-selling electric scooter brands. For TVS Motor Company, this tie-up is yet another milestone in its electric vehicle journey, as well as a segment first feature offered on an electric scooter in India.
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Honda has confirmed its first electric motorcycle, the Honda WN7, which will be unveiled in Europe. The WN7 is the production model of the Honda “EV Fun Concept” showcased at the EICMA 2024 show in Milan, Italy last November. The new Honda WN7 will be launched at EICMA 2025 in Milan, on November 4, 2025. The WN7 is part of Honda’s wider roadmap to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, with all motorcycles to be carbon neutral by 2040.
The Honda WN7 features a fixed lithium-ion battery with a claimed range of 130 km on a single charge. The Combined Charging System Type 2 (CCS2) charger is said to enable rapid charging from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in 30 minutes. A conventional home charger is claimed to take less than 3 hours to fully charge the Honda WN7.
According to Honda, the WN7’s performance rivals 600 cc internal combustion engine rivals in output, and 1,000 cc ICE models in torque. Two power versions will be offered, including a 18kW power version for A2 licence holders and 11 kW power version for A1 licence holders. A 5-inch TFT display will offer Honda RoadSync connectivity system and allied features.
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Ola Electric has announced achieving the 10 lakh unit production milestone from its facility in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu. The company, which began manufacturing in 2021, achieved the milestone in less than four years. Ola attributes this milestone to demand for its S1 electric scooters and Roadster X electric motorcycles.
To celebrate the milestone, the company has introduced a special-edition Roadster X+. Finished in midnight blue with red accents on the seat, rims, and battery pack, the X+ is available with two battery packs: a 4.5 kWh unit and a larger 9.1 kWh pack. The smaller pack is rated at 252 km IDC range, while Ola claims the bigger unit can deliver up to 501 km.
Ola highlighted that the 9.1 kWh version will use its proprietary 4680-format 'Bharat Cell', developed and manufactured in India. The company has been positioning these cells as a step toward greater localisation of its EV technology.
At its annual ‘Sankalp’ event, Ola also announced two vehicles built around these 4680 cells, the S1 Pro+ with a 5.2 kWh pack, and the Roadster X+ with the 9.1 kWh pack. Prices are set at Rs 1.70 lakh and Rs 1.90 lakh respectively, with deliveries expected to begin this Navratri. Additionally, the S1 Pro Sport was launched with 5.2 kWh and 4 kWh battery options, starting at Rs 1,50 lakh. Deliveries for this model are planned for January 2026.
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Citroën has previewed the next model in its new ‘X’ series - the Aircross X. The compact SUV is set to receive similar updates as the Basalt X, which was launched earlier in September. The Aircross X also marks the third model in Citroen’s range to get the ‘X’ treatment, following the internal combustion C3 hatchback and the Basalt.
Teasers preview new dashboard design and addition of cruise control; Automatic gearbox options to be retained.
On the design front, don’t expect any major changes to the exterior of the Aircross X, with the design remaining unchanged, including the alloy wheels. The bulk of the updates are inside the cabin with the Aircross X to also get the new, more squared-out dashboard design, replete with a dual-tone finish, new air con vent designs and repositioned air-con controls. The touchscreen is also set to now be a freestanding unit, with the instrument binacle also replaced by a freestanding screen. Also, expect new upholstery colours to be made available. As before, the Aircross is expected to continue to be offered in 5-seat and 5+2-seat configurations.
The Aircross X is set to get the new dashboard design seen in the Basalt X (pictured).
On the feature front, expect the top variants to get feature additions such as ventilated front seats, push-button start/stop, cruise control, keyless entry, ambient lighting, LED fog lamps, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror and 360-degree cameras. The top spec model is also expected to get Citroen’s new Cara voice assistant.
Mechanically, the Aircross is expected to also remain unchanged with the familiar pair of 1.2-litre naturally aspirated and 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine options carried forward. The former is offered with a manual gearbox only, while the latter gets the option for a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
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With the recent GST rate revision, Royal Enfield has updated prices across its portfolio, covering the 350s, 450s, and 650s. Effective from September 22, the new Himalayan and Guerrilla 450 have gone up by as much as Rs 21,682, depending on the variant. The Scram 440 has also seen an increase of up to Rs 15,641.
All three motorcycles reflect a uniform 7.3 per cent rise in their ex-showroom prices. Here’s a detailed look at the model- and variant-wise changes.
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450: Rs 21,682 Maximum Hike
Model
Colour/Variant
Pre GST
Post GST
Difference
Himalayan
Kaza Brown
₹2,85,000
₹3,05,736
+ ₹20,736
Himalayan
Slate Himalayan Salt
₹2,89,000
₹3,10,028
+ ₹21,028
Himalayan
Slate Poppy Blue
₹2,89,000
₹3,10,028
+ ₹21,028
Himalayan
Kamet White
₹2,93,000
₹3,14,319
+ ₹21,319
Himalayan
Hanle Black
₹2,98,000
₹3,19,682
+ ₹21,682
Out of the three RE 400s, the Himalayan 450 has seen the steepest jump. Depending on the colour option, the hike ranges from Rs 20,736 to Rs 21,682. The Kaza Brown now costs Rs 3.06 lakh, Slate Himalayan Salt and Slate Poppy Blue are at Rs 3.10 lakh, while Kamet White has gone up to Rs 3.14 lakh. The top-spec Hanle black has seen an upwards revision of Rs 21,682, and it now costs almost Rs 3.20 lakh (all prices ex-showroom, post-GST).
The new Himalayan is powered by a 452 cc single-cylinder, DOHC Sherpa engine that makes 39.47 bhp at 8,000 rpm and 40 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. It is paired with a six-speed gearbox and comes equipped with ride-by-wire, three riding modes, and a slip-and-assist clutch.
Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450: Rs 18,479 Maximum Hike
Model
Colour/Variant
Pre GST
Post GST
Difference
Guerrilla
Smoke silver
2,39,000
2,56,387
+ ₹17,387
Guerrilla
Yellow Ribbon
2,54,000
2,72,479
+ ₹18,479
Guerrilla
Brava Blue
2,54,000
2,72,479
+ ₹18,479
Moving to the Guerrilla 450, the price hike is slightly lower when compared to the Adventure counterpart. The Smoke Silver variant has climbed by Rs 17,387 to Rs 2.56 lakh, while both Yellow Ribbon and Brava Blue have gone up by Rs 18,479, now priced at Rs 2.72 lakh (ex-showroom, post-GST).
The Guerrilla 450 gets the same 452 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine as the Himi, which registers 39.45 bhp and 40 Nm. It comes paired with a six-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch, and the same set of features as the Himalayan.
Royal Enfield Scram 440: Rs 15,641 Maximum Hike
Model
Colour/Variant
Pre GST
Post GST
Difference
Scram
Trail Green
₹2,08,000
₹2,23,131
+ ₹15,131
Scram
Trail Blue
₹2,08,000
₹2,23,131
+ ₹15,131
Scram
Force Grey
₹2,15,000
₹2,30,641
+ ₹15,641
Scram
Force Teal
₹2,15,000
₹2,30,641
+ ₹15,641
Scram
Force Blue
2,15,000
₹2,30,641
+ ₹15,641
As for the Scram 440, Trail Green and Trail Blue now cost Rs 2.23 lakh, which is dearer by Rs 15,131 each. Meanwhile, prices for the Force Grey, Force Teal, and Force Blue variants have risen by Rs 15,641, with prices now standing at Rs 2.30 lakh (ex-showroom, post-GST).
The Scram 440 is based on the older Himalayan 411 platform but features a reworked version of the LS 411 engine. The motor has been bored out by 3 mm, taking displacement up to 443 cc and giving it the LS 440 tag. It also gained a sixth gear in the gearbox. In this updated form, the engine produces 25.4 bhp at 6,250 rpm and 34 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm.
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Honda has reintroduced its flagship supersport, the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade, to the Indian market, this time in full-blown top-spec ‘SP’ variant. Priced at Rs 28.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India), the Fireblade SP has been developed with extensive input from Honda Racing Corporation and the moniker makes it back to our shores after being eliminated a few years back.
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The Fireblade SP is powered by a 1,000 cc inline four-cylinder engine with a semi-cam gear train, tuned to deliver 214.5 bhp at 14,000 rpm and 113 Nm of torque at 12,000 rpm. It features a higher compression ratio, revised valve timing, a lighter crankshaft and connecting rods, and a shorter primary drive. The setup is complemented by a 4-2-1 exhaust system that flows into a lightweight Akrapovic muffler.
The electronics suite offers multiple power modes, nine levels of traction control, three stages of engine braking, 3-levles for ABS, wheelie control, and more. All rider aids are managed and displayed through a five-inch TFT screen.
Suspension duties are handled by Ohlins Smart Electronic Control units at both ends. Braking is managed by twin 330 mm front discs with Brembo Stylema R radial-mount four-piston calipers, along with a 220 mm rear disc paired with a two-piston Brembo caliper. The Fireblade SP rolls on 17-inch wheels, shod with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tyres.
The Fireblade SP has a 1,455 mm wheelbase and a seat height of 830 mm. It tips the scales at 201 kg (kerb) and carries a 16.5-litre fuel tank. Ground clearance stands at 115 mm.
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