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Brixton Motorcycles has officially unveiled the Storr 500, its first mid-capacity adventure motorcycle, at the brand’s global headquarters in Austria. With this motorcycle, the company aims to establish a strong presence in the growing ADV space with offering a rugged design with rider-focused features.
Powering the Storr 500 is a 486 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine that has been borrowed from the Crossfire 500 series. The motor is tuned to deliver a maximum power output of 47 bhp at 8,500 rpm and 43 Nm of peak torque at 6,750 rpm and comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox. As for the cycle parts, design to take on both varying on-road and off-road conditions, the Storr 500 is equipped with KYB USD front fork setup up front and a pre-load adjustable monoshock at the back, J. Juan disc brakes assisted by dual-channel ABS and lastly switchable traction control.
The ABS can be turned off for the rear to allow riders more control off the motorcycle at the time of off-roading. For grip, the Storr 500 is equipped with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STRs. For the features, the bike gets inbuilt fog lamps, protective bodywork, a 5-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity and a USB charging port. The motorcycle has kerb weight of 209 kg while the seat height stands at 839 mm which is a bit on the higher side for shorter riders.
Pre-bookings and launch of the Brixton Storr 500 adventure motorcycle will happen in December 2025, most likely at India Bike Week in Goa.
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Porsche has shared the first images of the all-new electric Cayenne ahead of the model’s debut in the coming months. The images reveal that the new Cayenne follows the digital-heavy trend already set by models such as the Taycan and Macan EV before it, with the dashboard’s fascia almost entirely dominated by displays.
The centrepiece of the new cabin design is the 14.25-inch curved centre touchscreen, which Porsche calls its Flow Display. The OLED display is positioned vertically, with the lower section curved to seamlessly integrate with the central console. The upper section serves as the primary display surface, while the lower, curved section houses most of the menus and in-car function shortcuts. Additionally, buyers can also opt for a 14.9-inch co-driver display that turns the total display area into one of the largest yet to be offered on a Porsche.
As with other new Porsches, the new Cayenne gets a curved digital display for the instrument console, though the graphics still pay homage to Porsche’s original analogue set-up with the power gauge in the centre and the speedometer offset to the side. The Cayenne also gets the option for an augmented reality head-up display.
Other notable tech on offer will include a panoramic sunroof with Variable Light Control, letting users adjust the level of opacity at the touch of a button. The sunroof has four opacity levels - Clear, Semi (40 per cent), Bold (60 per cent) and Matte. The new Cayenne also gets new Mood Modes that pair the climate control, audio system, seat functions and active ambient lighting together ‘to aid relaxation and concentration or to further enhance the driving experience’ depending on the mode selected.
Also new to the Cayenne EV is a surface heating function that extends beyond just heated seats. Porsche says that the function now also covers large contact areas such as parts of the door panels and armrests for more efficient cabin heating.
The Cayenne EV’s cabin will also be offered with a large variety of customisation options, including a choice of 13 upholstery colour options, five accent packages and four interior packages. Buyers can also choose between leather and Race-Tex upholstery. Additionally, buyers can also opt for greater individualisation through the Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur programme or even create full-blown one-off specs through the Porsche Sonderwunsch programme.
Moving to the underpinnings and powertrain, the new Cayenne Electric will be underpinned by the VW Group’s new PPE (Premium Platform Electric) architecture with top variants set to feature dual-motor all-wheel drive. The top-spec Turbo trims are set to develop north of 1000 bhp and up to 1500 Nm and feature a large 113 kWh battery supporting up to 400 kW DC fast charging. Porsche has also confirmed inductive charging capabilities of up to 11 kW for the Cayenne electric.
The Cayenne Electric is understood to go on sale alongside the current internal combustion model, allowing buyers a choice between EV and ICE.
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Michelin Tyres India has rolled out its first made-in-India passenger vehicle tyres from its plant in Chennai. Set to cater to the premium car buyer, the tyres will be offered in sizes ranging from 16 to 22 inches, with Michelin stating that it will primarily target aftermarket buyers. The made-in-India series of tyres will include models such as the Pilot Sport 5, Primacy 5 and the LTX series.
For now, dealers across the country will continue to stock imported tyres, as Michelin says that the made-in-India units are still undergoing testing and certification processes. A market launch is expected in the first half of 2026, with prices expected to be announced around the same time. The first series to be launched will be the Primacy 5.
The new tyres will roll out of Michelin’s new passenger vehicle tyre manufacturing facility at its Chennai plant set-up at a cost of Rs 686 crore. The facility, Michelin says, is capable of rolling out multiple tyre sizes from the same production line and will initially boost the company’s overall production capacity in India to 54,000 tonnes.
Michelin says that target buyers for its made-in-India range will primarily be premium vehicle owners with no plans in place to offer tyres under 16 inches. The company also added that it would continue to import other series of vehicle tyres into India, with any further plans of local manufacturing to be taken at a later stage.
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Ultraviolette Automotive recently launched the X-47 electric motorcycle and announced starting prices for the electric bike. Now, we have full variant-wise prices which start at Rs 2.49 lakh and extend up to Rs 3.99 lakh. Here’s a breakdown of what each variant brings to the table.
The entry point into the lineup is the X-47 Original, priced at Rs 2.49 lakh, while the Original+ costs Rs 2.99 lakh. Both share the same 7.1 kWh battery pack, producing 36.21 bhp and 550 Nm. Both can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in 2.8 seconds, with a top speed of 145 kmph and an IDC-rated range of 211 km.
Charging on the base trim is managed via a standard charger on the Original variant, though a Boost Charger can be added as an option. The Original+ is offered with an on-board charger. The Original offers standard connectivity (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), while the Original+ adds long-term evolution (LTE).
In terms of features, both come with dual-channel ABS, traction control, with the Original limited to one level, though upgradable to three. The Original trim features three levels of regen (upgradable to ten), while the Original+ gets the full 10-level setup as standard.
Warranty coverage ranges from 3 years/60,000 km (extendable) on the Original to 5 years/1 lakh km (extendable to 8 years/8 lakh km) on the Original+.
X-47: Recon & Recon+
Stepping up, the X-47 Recon (Rs 3.49 lakh) and Recon+ (Rs 3.99 lakh) use a larger 10.3 kWh battery pack, increasing peak power to 40.2 bhp and 610 Nm. Performance improves slightly here, with 0-60 kmph achieved in 2.7 seconds, while the top speed remains capped at 145 kmph. The bigger battery boosts range to 323 km (IDC).
Charging options on the Recon are similar to the Original trim. The standard Recon comes with a regular charger, while the Recon+ adds an onboard unit and also supports optional parallel boost charging. The Recon further gets a crash protection kit as standard, which includes knuckle guards and sliders.
For the Recon variants, features like LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity are included as standard. They also get three levels of traction control, 10-step regenerative braking, dual-channel ABS, and stability control. Additional equipment includes Violette AI and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Warranty coverage is 5 years/1 lakh km, and can be extended to 8 years/8 lakh km.
Common Features Across Variants
All X-47 variants get three ride modes: Glide, Combat, and Ballistic, along with dual-channel ABS, regenerative braking (different levels), traction control, and stability systems. Across all variants as standard, the Ultraviolette X-47 gets dual-channel ABS, dynamic stability control, Type-C charging, park assist, hill hold, Find My X-47, charge limit settings, and a deep sleep mode.
All variants of the Ultraviolette X-47 come equipped with UV Hypersense and radar-based rider assistance features. This includes rear collision warning, lane-change assist, overtake alert, and blind-spot detection.
All prices mentioned are ex-showroom and vary from city to city.
PS: The beige motorcycle pictured here is the Desert Wing Edition, which gets additional accessories as standard.
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After updating the Kiger and Triber, Renault now seems to be preparing a refresh for its entry-level hatchback, the Kwid. A test mule has been spotted on Indian roads, fully camouflaged, and it is stated to be the electric derivative of Renault’s most affordable passenger car in India. This stems from earlier spy shots that surfaced online a few months ago, where the Kwid EV was spied completely undisguised in Brazil.
Design updates visible on the test car include a revised front fascia with LED DRLs, halogen headlamps, and Renault’s new logo, which debuted in India on the Triber. The profile looks familiar to the current Kwid. The rear, however, sports noticeable changes such as a fresh pair of Y-shaped tail lamps, a new bumper, roof spoiler, and a rear wiper.
A glimpse inside the cabin from the latest spy shots reveals a reworked interior layout. The test mule is equipped with a large touchscreen, a new steering wheel which will house Renault’s refreshed logo, and a fully digital instrument cluster. Other details about the interior remain under wraps for now.
At this point, it remains unclear whether the test mule represents an updated ICE Kwid or an all-new EV version. The electric model, if launched, would essentially be the Renault-badged sibling of the Dacia Spring EV, sold overseas.
A few days after announcing results for the Maruti Suzuki Invicto, the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) has awarded a five-star crash test rating to yet another utility vehicle – the Citroen Aircross SUV. Originally introduced as the C3 Aircross (and then renamed to Aircross), this is only the second Citroen model for which crash test results have been announced under the voluntary Bharat NCAP procedures. The first was the Citroen Basalt, which was awarded a four-star rating. This rating applies only to the 5-seat Aircross (not the 5+2 seat variants), and since the tests were conducted in July 2025, this rating applies to the SUV from September onwards.
Aircross recorded the lowest adult occupant protection score for a 5-star rated car.
Citroen Aircross: Adult Occupant Protection
It's in the adult occupant protection department where the Citroen Aircross has bagged five stars. It's worth noting, however, that its overall adult occupant protection score of 27.05 points out of a total 32, is the lowest score yet for any vehicle that has been awarded a five-star rating by Bharat NCAP. This is primarily down to the Aircross dropping points in the frontal offset deformable barrier crash test, where it scored 11.05 points out of a total 16.
Protection rated ‘marginal’ for driver's chest, and driver's as well as front passenger's knees.
A quick look inside the crash test report reveals protection for the driver's chest and knees, and the front passenger's knees, was deemed only marginal, while protection for the driver's feet and front passenger's chest was rated adequate. The driver's head, as well as the front passenger's head and feet, had good protection.
Aircross passed the side pole impact test.
The Aircross scored full marks in the side movable deformable barrier test (16 points out of 16) and also passed the side pole impact test.
Just like the Basalt, the Aircross lost ground in the child occupant protection department, receiving four stars with a total score of 40 points out of 49 – higher than the Basalt's score.
The 18-month-old and three-year-old child test dummies were installed in the second row outboard seats, facing rearwards, using ISOFIX child seat mounts. While the Aircross received full marks on both dynamic as well as child restraint system installation fronts, it dropped points in the vehicle assessment score, only managing four points out of 13. However, the report does not explain why the Aircross lost ground in this department.
Aircross features 6 airbags, ISOFIX child seat mounts as standard.
Citroen Aircross: Safety Equipment
Standard safety kit on the Aircross includes six airbags, anti-lock braking system with EBD, electronic stability programme, three-point seatbelts for all seats, hill hold control and ISOFIX child seat mounts, among others. Prices for the 5-seat Citroen Aircross range start at Rs 8.32 lakh and stretch up to Rs 13.75 lakh (ex-showroom).
Citroen will soon expand the Aircross range with the launch of the Aircross X in October, which is set to usher in a new interior and additional features.
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Nissan will take the wraps off its upcoming C-segment SUV on October 7, giving us a good glimpse of its design. The new C-SUV is slated to go on sale in 2026 and has already been spotted testing multiple times on Indian roads in camouflaged form.
The test mules suggest that the SUV shares its underpinnings with the next-generation Renault Duster, but Nissan is working to give it its own identity. From what has been seen so far, the SUV will feature a fresh design language with new headlight units, horizontal daytime-running lamps, and a grille with horizontal slats. The rear styling appears to borrow elements from the global-spec Duster, particularly in the taillight design.
Powertrain details are still under wraps, but the model is expected to launch with a petrol engine. The Renault-Nissan Alliance has confirmed that alternative fuels -- such as CNG and ethanol-based systems -- are being evaluated for future SUVs, alongside the possibility of a seven-seat derivative to broaden the lineup.
The new C-SUV will be a crucial product for Nissan in India. The brand currently has a very limited range, with just one locally manufactured model on sale. The upcoming SUV will mark Nissan’s re-entry into the competitive midsize SUV space with contenders like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Victoris. It remains to be seen how well the brand can strengthen its foothold in one of India’s most demanding segments.
With the October 7 reveal, the carmaker will shed more light on how this SUV will differ from its Renault sibling, both in design and positioning. While Nissan hasn’t confirmed a name, there is a possibility the company could revive the Terrano nameplate for this model.
The sixth-gen Hyundai Verna, launched in India in 2023, could be due for its first major update sometime next year. Images of heavily camouflaged test mules have surfaced on the internet over the past few months, suggesting that a facelift is in the works with the car currently undergoing testing on public roads.
The images predominantly show the compact sedan from the rear, providing a glimpse of the updated tail lamps and hinting at some of the tweaks to the rear bumper. The full-width lightbar design at the rear looks to be retained, while the tail lamps themselves seem to get new light guides and internals to freshen things up. The bumper, too, looks to have been redesigned with a revised lower section giving it a slightly more squared out look.
While the test mule sat on the same alloy wheels as the current car on sale, this could change down the line.
Changes to the front fascia for now remain a mystery, though Hyundai could give the Verna a more squared-out look in line with its more recent models. Hyundai's recent crop of sedans in global markets, such as the new Sonata and Ioniq 6 facelift, arrived with a more angular front end, with more boxy looks and squared-out design detailing, giving the cars a sleeker and more muscular look. The same could be carried over to the Verna as well, with the oversized parametric grille likely being replaced by a more staid rectangular design grille flanked by boxier light clusters. The full-width lightbar is likely to be retained.
Verna's front fascia could draw stylistic inspiration from global models such as the new Sonata (pictured).
Moving to the features, Hyundai could look to upgrade the feature list for the sedan with tech such as a larger touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity, new digital instrument cluster, an updated ADAS suite and more. The current sedan is already a very well-equipped car with features such as heated and ventilated front seats, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a powered driver seat, auto climate control, auto headlamps, wireless phone charging, leather upholstery and even Level 2 ADAS.
Mechanically, the Verna is expected to remain unchanged, with buyers offered either a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine option. Both units are expected to continue to be offered with manual and automatic gearbox (CVT for the 1.5 NA and DCT for the turbo) options.
The facelifted Verna will compete against the likes of the Volkswagen Virtus (the segment's bestseller), the Skoda Slavia, the Honda City, and the Maruti Ciaz.
Toyota reintroduced the Land Cruiser 300 to the Indian market in February 2025, after having it delisted from the website for quite some time. Bringing it in as a full import, the SUV is available in two trims: ZX, earlier priced at Rs 2.31 crore, and the sportier GR-S, which was set at Rs 2.41 crore.
Following revisions in the GST structure, both variants have seen a price drop: the ZX now costs Rs 2.16 crore, while the GR-S is priced at Rs 2.25 crore. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom. Here, we take a closer look at the LC300 GR-S.
The dashboard is dominated by a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, which also offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity options.
Other features include four-zone automatic climate control, rear-seat entertainment screens, and a head-up display.
It also gets an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, a wireless charger, an electronic parking brake, and a sunroof.
It gets adaptive variable suspension, a limited-slip differential, and systems such as traction control, hill-start assist, downhill assist, and a four-camera multi-terrain monitor.
In addition, the LC300 GR-S offers both front and rear electronic differential locks.
Both LC300 variants come with Toyota’s Level 2 ADAS package as standard.
Under the hood, it runs a 3.3-litre twin-turbo V6 diesel engine producing 304 bhp and 700 Nm of torque.
This unit is paired with a 10-speed torque converter automatic gearbox that delivers power to all four wheels.
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The fourth-gen Hyundai i20 has been spied testing in India for the first time, following the earlier sightings in Europe. The new i20 spy shots taken from the rear show that the overall silhouette is similar; however, its design is quite a departure from the current car.
The fresh round of spy shots only showcases the rear of the next-gen i20. The test mule features a tapered side profile and carries a more rounded shape overall. Although completely disguised, subtle updates such as revised tail-lights and a reworked rear bumper are also expected. Previous spy shots had already highlighted changes at the front, including new LED headlights with repositioned daytime running lamps, a redesigned grille and bumper, and a bonnet with sharper creases.
The interior remains under wraps, but upgrades in the feature set are expected. Hyundai may even introduce the curved display setup, combining a digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen, although in higher variants of the car. The hatchback may also get ADAS features, adding an extra layer of safety.
For India, the new i20 is expected to continue with the familiar powertrain lineup: a 1.2-litre petrol engine for standard trims and a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol reserved for the N Line variants.
The third-generation Hyundai i20 made its India debut in 2020 and has since received updates through facelifts and new variants. The most recent addition to the lineup is the i20 Knight Edition, which features a blacked-out exterior and interior along with a few extra features.
After Yamaha’s earlier price cut of Rs 1.10 lakh on the YZF-R3 and MT-03, the recent GST revision has led to another round of reductions. Prices for both motorcycles have come down by about Rs 20,000, making the parallel-twin duo more accessible to riders looking at entry-level options in this segment.
Model
Pre-GST 2.0 Price
Post-GST 2.0 Price
Difference
R3
₹3,59,900
₹3,39,028
-₹20,872
MT-03
₹3,49,900
₹3,29,608
-₹20,292
The YZF-R3, which was earlier priced at Rs 3.60 lakh, now comes in at Rs 3.39 lakh, making it Rs 20,872 more affordable. The MT-03 has also seen a similar cut, dropping from Rs 3.50 lakh to Rs 3.30 lakh, which is a reduction of Rs 20,292. With this revision, both motorcycles become a little more accessible to buyers while continuing unchanged in terms of design and specifications.
The R3 and MT-03 are both powered by the same 321 cc parallel-twin engine that is rated to produce 41.42 bhp and 29.5 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Both motorcycles are equipped with USDs and a preload-adjustable monoshock setup and disc brakes with dual-channel ABS as standard.
Yamaha reintroduced the YZF-R3 and the MT-03 in naked form to the Indian market in 2023. At launch, the R3 was priced at Rs 4.65 lakh and the MT-03 at Rs 4.60 lakh, figures that were on the higher side. As mentioned earlier, Yamaha announced a price cut for both models in January 2025, making them relatively more affordable.
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