2025 India Bike Week Rescheduled: New Dates To Be Announced Soon

The twelfth edition of India Bike Week, which was scheduled to take place in Vagator, Goa, on December 12 and 13, has now been rescheduled. According to an update shared on IBW’s official social media handles, the new dates will be announced within the next 72 hours. 

 

Also Read: 2025 India Bike Week To Be Held On December 12-13 In Vagator, Goa

 

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The 2025 edition of India Bike Week has been rescheduled due to the announcement of Zilla Parishad elections in Goa during the same period, which has prompted the organisers to shift the event dates in compliance with election protocols. The IBW organising committee confirmed that revised dates will be shared soon. 

  

For those who have already purchased tickets, the social media posts assure that existing tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled dates. Meanwhile, ticket holders unable to attend the event on the new dates will be eligible for a full refund. The organisers have also paused sales of tickets for the next 72 hours until the updated schedule is finalised. 

 

Also Read: India Bike Week 2024: New Motorcycles, Custom Builds, Music, And More

 

The 2024 edition of India Bike Week attracted over 25,000 riders and enthusiasts from across the country. The festival featured an array of activities, including new motorcycle launches, custom bike showcases, stunt performances, live music, and off-road experiences such as the Dirt Dash track and flat-track racing. 

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Skoda Octavia RS Launched In India At Rs 49.99 Lakh

Skoda Auto India has launched the latest iteration of the Octavia RS in India at an ex-showroom price of Rs 49.99 lakh. Bookings for the performance sedan – limited to just 100 units – opened on October 6, and every single one has already been sold out. Interestingly, the Octavia RS undercuts the Volkswagen Golf GTI by almost Rs 1 lakh. For those who managed to reserve it, deliveries are slated to commence on November 6.

 

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Powering the hot sedan is a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 261 bhp and 370 Nm of peak torque. The motor comes paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic (DSG) transmission. Skoda claims a 0-100 kmph sprint time of 6.6 seconds and a top speed of 250 kmph. 

  

While the overall silhouette remains true to the regular Octavia, the RS variant stands out with a number of visual changes. These include a blacked-out butterfly grille, matrix LED headlamps with updated DRLs, revised front air intakes, and the two-dimensional Skoda and RS emblems.

 

Also Read: Volkswagen Golf GTI First Drive Review: High Speed Happiness!

 

The Octavia RS for India is offered in a single fully loaded trim. There are five exterior colour options, including Mamba Green, Race Blue, Velvet Red, Magic Black, and Candy White. The car rolls on 19-inch ‘Elias’ anthracite alloy wheels.

On the features front, the Octavia RS is equipped with an ADAS suite, which includes Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB), Lane Assist, and Intelligent Park Assist. Safety features comprise 10 airbags, a 360-degree camera, ISOFIX child seat mounts, a Head-Up Display, and stability and traction control systems. Other highlights include a Canton 675W 11-speaker sound system with subwoofer and an electrically operated boot. 

  

The Skoda Octavia RS finds itself in a unique niche in the Indian market. Its closest rival remains the Volkswagen Golf GTI, while other offerings from BMW and Audi deliver comparable performance but at higher price points. 

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TVS Apache RTX: In Pictures

TVS Motor Company has officially entered the adventure motorcycle space in India with the launch of the Apache RTX. It is available in three variants: Base (Rs 1.99 lakh), Top (Rs 2.14 lakh) and the BTO (Rs 2.29 lakh), all prices ex-showroom, introductory. Equipped with an all-new engine, the RTX 300 becomes the third category of motorcycle to wear the Apache badge, after the naked and faired models. Let’s take a closer look at the new TVS in town. 

 

 

Also Read: TVS Apache RTX 300 Adventure Motorcycle Launched At Rs 1.99 Lakh

 

The Apache RTX looks unlike any other motorcycle in TVS’ portfolio. It has a touring-focused design, featuring a tall stance and muscular proportions. 

There’s a minimal use of body panels, most of which are concentrated around the front. It features a twin-LED headlamp setup with a tall windscreen for better wind protection.

The split seat setup and compact tail section are complemented by a rear luggage rack that can accommodate touring luggage or a top box.  

Powering the Apache RTX 300 is the all-new 299.1 cc RT-XD4 engine, first showcased at TVS MotoSoul 2024. 

This unit features dual overhead camshafts, twin oil pumps, liquid and oil cooling, and a dual separator breather system. It delivers 35.5 bhp at 9,000 rpm and 28.5 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm. 

 

Also Read: TVS Apache RTX: Top 5 Highlights

The RTX 300 uses a 6-speed gearbox with a bi-directional quickshifter and slip-and-assist clutch, along with a ride-by-wire throttle system. Other highlights include an engine guard, upswept exhaust, and multi-spoke alloy wheels. 

It also gets a 5.0-inch TFT display with turn-by-turn navigation, cruise control, and four ride modes – Rain, Urban, Tour, and Rally.

For hardware, the Apache RTX comes equipped with 41 mm long-travel gold-finished USD forks sourced from WP and a preload-adjustable monoshock at the rear, both offering 180 mm of travel.

Braking duties are handled by a 320 mm front disc with a radial caliper, and a 240 mm rear disc with a floating caliper.

The bike rides on a 19-17-inch wheel setup with dual-purpose tyres – 110/80 section at the front and 150/70 section at the rear. 

Kerb weight stands at 180 kg, with a wheelbase of 1,430 mm, seat height of 835 mm, ground clearance of 200 mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 12.5 litres. 

The Apache RTX 300 is offered in three variants – Base (Rs 1.99 lakh), Top (Rs 2.14 lakh) and Built-To-Order (BTO, Rs 2.29 lakh) – all prices ex-showroom, introductory. 

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Hyundai India Plots 26 Model Launches By 2030

Hyundai Motor India has made a slew of announcements at its first-ever Investor Day. This includes launching as many as 26 products over the next five years. The Korean brand will introduce seven new nameplates in India starting next financial year all the way till FY 2030. As many as six full model changes will also happen starting with the new-generation Venue that will hit the roads in November. Additionally, seven facelifts and six new derivatives of existing products will also be launched in the same period.

 

Also Read: Hyundai To Launch Made-In-India Genesis Luxury Car In 2027

 

Talking about powertrains, the lineup will include 13 combustion engine and six CNG models apart from five dedicated electric cars as well as eight hybrids. The first locally manufactured EV will be launched in 2027 while the brand will also foray into new segments with the introduction of an MPV along with an off-road focused SUV. Hyundai aims to achieve more than 15% domestic market share and up to 30% export contribution by 2030.

 

Also Read: Tarun Garg Appointed New Hyundai India CEO: First Indian To Lead Korean Carmaker  

 

José Muñoz, President & CEO, HMC said, “Following our landmark IPO last year and 29 years of success in India, now HMIL plans an investment of ₹45,000 crore through FY2030 to drive the next phase of growth. India is a strategic priority in Hyundai’s global growth vision. By 2030, HMIL will be our second-largest region globally aligned with the Honorable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi's vision of ‘Make in India.’ we're making India a global export hub, targeting upto 30 per cent export contribution.”      

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Tarun Garg Appointed New Hyundai India CEO: First Indian To Lead Korean Carmaker

Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai India has been appointed as the next Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company. The appointment, subject to approval of shareholders, will be effective January 01, 2026. This is the first time in the three-decade existence of Hyundai India that the company will be headed by an Indian. He will replace the incumbent Managing Director, Unsoo Kim, who will take up a new role at Hyundai Motor Company (HMC), South Korea.

L-R: Outgoing Hyundai India MD, Unsoo KIm with Jose Munoz, Chairman Hyundai Motor Corporation and Tarun Garg.

 

Garg has more than 32 years of industry experience and has been a part of Hyundai India since 2019 when he joined as the Head of Sales, Service and Marketing. During this period, he has led the brand to its highest-ever sales for three consecutive years, delivered record-breaking profits and achieved highest EBITDA margin in FY24. Before Hyundai, Garg spent a long time at India’s leading carmaker, Maruti Suzuki, undertaking various responsibilities.  
 

Also Read: Hyundai To Launch Made-In-India Genesis Luxury Car In 2027

 

Speaking on his appointment as CEO, Garg said, “I am deeply honoured by the trust and confidence placed in me by Hyundai Motor Group. India’s automotive sector is in an exciting phase of transformation and I aim to contribute to HMIL’s continued growth in this market by stepping into this role. Success in this industry demands excellence across every touchpoint, from design and engineering to manufacturing, sales and service and I am fortunate to work alongside Hyundai’s talented employees, dealer partners and supplier partners who make it all possible.”

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Hyundai To Launch Made-In-India Genesis Luxury Car In 2027

After years of will-they-won't-they, Hyundai has finally confirmed it is bringing its luxury vehicle division to India. At its first-ever Investor Day, Hyundai India announced it will launch the Genesis brand in 2027, and the cherry on top is the news that it will be a made-in-India offering. While specific launch details are scarce at this point, car&bike understands that Hyundai plans to propel Genesis into India with an SUV as its first product.

 

Also Read: 2026 Hyundai Venue Spotted Undisguised Ahead Of India Launch On November 4

 

The launch of Genesis' first model in India will take place well over a decade since the first time Hyundai showcased a Genesis car in India, at the 2016 Auto Expo in Delhi. Since then, rumours have ebbed and flowed about Hyundai's intentions to bring its luxury car brand to India, with no concrete developments until now. 

 

Hyundai has already trademarked the design of the Genesis GV80 in India.
 

Genesis' current global lineup includes a string of sedans and SUVs. The sedan lineup comprises the G70, G80 and flagship G90, while the SUV lineup includes the all-electric GV60, GV70, GV80 and GV80 Coupe. The company has previously registered design trademarks for the GV80 and GV80 Coupe in India, but there's no word on which SUV will be the first to debut in our market.

 

It's possible that the first Genesis product for India could have a hybrid powertrain. As part of its Investor Day presentation, Hyundai confirmed it will launch eight hybrid electric vehicles by FY2030, spanning segments from compact to premium. Overseas, Genesis has a mix of hybrid as well as full-electric powertrains across its sedan and SUV portfolios.

 

This is a developing story. Please stay tuned for more details.

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2026 Hyundai Venue Spotted Undisguised Ahead Of India Launch On November 4

The 2026 Hyundai Venue has been spotted completely undisguised, revealing the compact SUV’s updated design weeks before its launch in India. Hyundai’s popular sub-4-metre SUV is set to launch in India on November 4, and the latest set of images reveal a more squared-off look for the new generation model. 

The fascia of the new Hyundai Venue now features a wider parametric front grille flanked by LED DRLs, while the overall front end resembles other stablemates like the Tucson, Creta and the Exter. That said, it gets a split headlamp setup, positioned lower on the revised front bumper.

From the side, the 2025 Venue retains its compact proportions but now carries sharper lines and cladding along the wheel arches. A fresh set of dual-tone alloy wheels adds to the look. At the rear, the connected LED taillight stretches across the tailgate, while the taillamp gets new styling. The revised bumper and angular lighting elements complete the look.

Coming to the interior, the cabin design looks familiar, but Hyundai is expected to introduce new upholstery options, updated infotainment tech, and refreshed dashboard trims. Higher variants will likely continue to offer features like a digital instrument cluster, connected car technology, wireless charging, and a sunroof, among others.  

As for the powertrain, the 2025 Hyundai Venue facelift is expected to continue with the same set of engine options: a 1.2 litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 1 litre turbo-petrol, and a 1.5 litre diesel engine. Transmission options would include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed iMT, and a 7-speed DCT automatic.  

 

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Mini Countryman John Cooper Works Launched At Rs 64.90 Lakh

Mini India has launched the Countryman John Cooper Works (JCW) SUV in India at Rs 64.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The JCW marks the first petrol-powered iteration of the new Countryman to make its way to India, with the model previously limited to just a sole all-electric Countryman E variant.

 

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In terms of design, the Countryman JCW doesn't differ all that much from the EV with the majority of differences coming down to sportier-looking bumpers and wheels, a quad exhaust and red highlights around the exterior and interior. The JCW is offered in three exterior colours options - Midnight Black with Red roof and racing stripes, Legend Grey with Red Roof and racing stripes and British Racing Green with Black roof and racing stripes.

 

Also read: Mini Countryman E JCW Pack Launched At Rs 62 Lakh; Limited To 20 Units

 

Inside, too, the JCW gets more sportier design touches such as JCW steering and seats, red highlights along surfaces, metal-finished pedals, variant-specific graphics for the digital interfaces and a Boost Mode to unlock max performance.
 

 

Also read: Mini Countryman EV Review: The Underdog Electric Crossover
 

Moving to the performance, the JCW drops the Countryman E’s electric drivetrain in favour of a 2.0-litre, turbo-petrol motor good for 296 bhp and 400 Nm paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive. MINI claims a 0-100 kmph time of 5.4 seconds and a 250 kmph top speed.

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Land Rover Defender Trophy, Discovery Tempest, Gemini Editions Launched In India

JLR India – formerly Jaguar Land Rover – has revealed prices for three special edition SUVs based on the Defender and Discovery. The special editions form a part of JLR India’s 2026 model year range with prices starting from Rs 1.26 crore (ex-showroom). The three special editions are, namely, the Defender 100 Trophy Edition, Discovery Tempest Edition and the Discovery Gemini Edition.
 

Land Rover Defender 110 Trophy Edition
 

 

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Available solely in the 5-door 110 bodystyle, the Defender Trophy Edition is inspired by yesteryear’s Camel Trophy Editions from Land Rover. The special edition Defender is offered in two exterior colours - Deep Sandglow or Keswick Green, paired with a blacked-out bonnet, lower body panels, roof and wheels. Buyers can also opt for a matte protective film to protect the paint finish.
 

Buyers get the option to also opt for more adventure-oriented accessories for the Trophy Edition, such as a snorkel, mud flaps, a roof carrier, side-mounted gear carriers and a roof ladder for easy access to the roof carrier. Buyers can also choose between all-season and all-terrain tyres for the SUV.
 

 

The cabin, meanwhile, features black leather upholstery with features on offer including auto headlamps and wipers, three-zone climate control, configurable ambient lighting, a 13.1-inch touchscreen, Terrain Response modes, a 360-degree camera and more.
 

Also Read: JLR Appoints First-Ever Indian CEO: Tata Motors' P. B. Balaji To Take Charge From November
 

Moving to the powertrain, the Defender Trophy Edition is solely offered with a diesel engine - a 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbocharged mill good for 345 bhp and 700 Nm.
 

The Defender Trophy Edition is priced at Rs 1.30 crore (ex-showroom) before accessories.
 

Land Rover Discovery Tempest, Gemini Editions

 

Moving to the two Discovery special editions, the Gemini Edition is the more affordable of the two models, priced at Rs 1.26 crore (ex-showroom). The Tempest Edition, meanwhile, is priced at Rs 1.39 crore (ex-showroom).
 

Land Rover Discovery Gemini

 

The differences between the special editions and the standard model come down to the cosmetics, with the Gemini Edition getting a unique Sedona Red paint finish, a gloss black roof, along with exterior trim elements finished in silver. Rounding out the exterior are 21-inch alloy wheels. Buyers, however, do get the option to pick from a range of exterior colour options from the standard Discovery, along with a range of wheels in 20-inch, 21-inch and 22-inch sizes for customisation. The cabin, meanwhile, can be opted in either black or ivory upholstery.
 

Also Read: JLR Unveils New Range Rover Emblem

 

The Tempest Edition meanwhile takes shape as the range-topping Discovery with unique element including copper highlights, copper-toned 22-inch wheels and copper-coloured roof. Inside, the Tempest gets the extended Windsor Leather upholstery as standard in either black, dual-tone black and brown or black and ivory.
 

Land Rover Discovery Tempest

 

On the feature front, the Gemini packs in kit such as a panoramic glass roof, powered tail gate, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 3-zone climate control, 11.4-inch touchscreen, Meridian audio system, adaptive cruise control and a 3D surround view camera. The Tempest, meanwhile, packs in more tech, including Matrix LED headlamps, A head-up display, power-folding third-row seats, 4-zone climate control, heated 7 ventilated seats (front and middle row) and a Meridian Surround Sound System.
 

Both variants are offered with a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel engine good for 345 bhp and 700 Nm paired with an automatic gearbox as standard.

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Hero Hunk 440 Marks Hero MotoCorp’s Foray Into Italy

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer by volume, has officially entered the Italian market, expanding the Indian manufacturing giant’s presence in Europe. Hero will be introducing three flagship models in Italy – the new Hero Hunk 440, Hero XPulse 200 4V and XPulse 200 4V Pro. 

 

 

Also Read: Hero Glamour X First Ride Review

The Hero Hunk 440 appears to be a rebadged and updated version of the now discontinued Hero Mavrick 440

 

Hero MotoCorp’s Italy launch marks the company’s 49^th international market, and distribution in Italy will be handled by Pelpi International, one of the country’s largest two-wheeler distributors, with a network of over 160 dealers. Initially, Hero motorcycles will be available in key cities across 36 dealerships, with plans to expand to 54 in the coming months.

 

Also Read: Hero XPulse 210 First Ride Review

 

The Hero Hunk 440 is essentially a rebadged version of the now-discontinued Mavrick 440 with a slightly different looking exhaust and gold-anodised KYB upside-down front fork, but with the same chassis and engine. Other updates expected is a full-colour TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity and navigation. The single-cylinder 440 cc engine is shared with the made-in-India Harley-Davidson X440 and makes 27 bhp at 6,000 rpm and 36 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. 

 

As part of its launch in Italy, Hero MotoCorp is offering a five-year warranty on its products – a standard three-year warranty, extended by an additional two years for the launch. The Hero Hunk 440 may be an export-only model, considering the Hunk name has long been discontinued for the domestic market. The Mavrick 440 has been received widespread acclaim in India but failed to become commercially successful. 

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Opinion: Will The Yamaha NMax 155 Be Launched In India?

Yamaha India is getting ready for a product launch on November 11, 2025. There’s been a lot of buzz and speculation that Yamaha will launch two 155cc motorcycles – one being the much-anticipated Yamaha XSR 155 and the second one being the dual-sport WR155. Reports of both bikes spotted on test on Indian roads have surfaced online, leading to speculation that India Yamaha may launch not one, but both these bikes. Will Yamaha really launch these two 155cc bikes or is there something else in the works? We look at the possibilities, and one of the most likely launches will be the Yamaha NMax 155.

 

While the XSR155 is a possibility, considering the amount of consumer interest around it, the WR155 may not be launched in India. The spy shots of the bike spotted on Indian roads may be of an individual import rather than an actual test mule. But what is more likely to be launched and showcased at the Yamaha even on November 11 will perhaps be not one, but multiple products. car&bike has learnt that Yamaha will not just showcase new products but also roll out its future roadmap and product strategy at the event, focussing on mass-market offerings, as well as venturing into new segments. 

The Yamaha NMax 155 may finally be launched in India

 

Yamaha NMax 155

 

The Yamaha NMax 155 was showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in January this year and this is likely to be the new product that will be launched on November 11, 2025. Given the buzz in the segment, with new products like the Hero Xoom 160 in this segment, Yamaha may finally bring its 155cc maxi-scooter to India. And it won’t be difficult. The NMax 155 is a sibling to the Aerox 155 sold in India, and has been quite a popular product in South East Asian markets. We at car&bike feel that the Yamaha NMax 155 has the potential to shake up the scooter segment in India, and this is the product that is likely to be launched at Yamaha’s upcoming event.

Yamaha's first electric scooter for India is based on the River Indie 

 

Yamaha Electric Scooter

 

The Yamaha event will also focus on future mobility segments and finally, Yamaha’s made-in-India electric scooter, based on the River Indie could finally be showcased in production form. The Yamaha electric scooter has been spotted undergoing test runs on Indian roads, and finally, we may get to see what it will look like in production form at the Yamaha event on November 11. The new electric scooter is expected to share its underpinnings and powertrain with the River Indie, and will be Yamaha’s first electric scooter for India.

 

The Yamaha XSR 155 may finally be launched in India

 

Yamaha XSR 155

 

The Yamaha XSR 155 has generated a lot of consumer interest in India for several years now. While Yamaha has not showcased this model at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo, there’s a possibility that the XSR 155 may finally be launched in India, primarily due to the massive consumer interest and given the fact that this will be a mass-market product for India Yamaha, and if priced right, could get in significant volumes for the brand.

 

Also Read: Yamaha XSR-155 Spotted On Test In India

Yamaha Lander XTZ 250

 

Another possibility is the Yamaha Lander XTZ 250 which was also showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. Considering the popularity of the 200-250cc dual-sport segment in India, with the likes of the Hero XPulse 210 and the Kawasaki KLX 230 already getting a lot of consumer attention, Yamaha may be looking to enter this segment for the first time, although it’s unclear at this stage, if the same model is being considered or if Yamaha is looking at developing an all-new similar model with a more modern powertrain and features. Even if the XTZ250 is not launched, it is likely to be showcased at the event to gauge response and attention for a future launch.

 

Also Read: Yamaha Lander XTZ 250 Unveiled At Bharat Mobility Global Expo

 

The Yamaha YZF-R7 was unveiled at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo

 

Yamaha R7

 

The Yamaha YZF-R7 middleweight sportbike has been showcased in India, and at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo as well. The R7 has been a popular model in western markets and is a likely candidate for India as well, underscoring India Yamaha’s premium motorcycle line-up. Based on Yamaha’s popular CP2 platform with its 689cc, parallel-twin engine putting out 72.4 bhp at 8,750 rpm and 67 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm. If launched, the Yamaha R7 will rival the likes of the Kawasaki Ninja 650 and the Honda CBR650R.

 

Also Read: Yamaha R7, MT-07 Unveiled At Bharat Mobility Global Expo

 

We rode the Yamaha MT-09 in Japan more than a year ago

 

Yamaha MT-09

 

Another motorcycle which is likely to be showcased at the Yamaha event is the Yamaha MT-09 which has been in the works for quite sometime now. We rode the Yamaha MT-09 in September 2024 in Japan, and it’s been over a year since then, without any news of when and if the MT-09 will be launched in India. While it may not be officially launched, Yamaha may once again showcase it at its November 11 event, with a launch slated for early next year. We have been quite impressed with the MT-09 during our first ride experience. It has a brilliant engine, superb dynamics and is a motorcycle full of character. Priced right, the MT-09 has everything to offer a superb alternative to the popular Kawasaki Z900 in India.

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