Honda 0 Alpha EV spotted testing on rough Indian roads: what buyers know
Honda's camouflaged 0 Alpha EV has been reported testing on rough Indian roads. The 2027-bound SUV is still under validation, with price, range and launch date unconfirmed.
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Festive car demand: automakers build stock as bookings stay high
Indian carmakers are adding production and dealer stock for festive demand, but inventory remains uneven. Buyers may see shorter waits for some cars and longer queues for high-demand variants.
Connected-car data may shape motor insurance: Indian driver checks
A 4 Oct report says connected cars are creating data that could inform motor insurance, lending and fleet decisions. No new premium rule is confirmed; owners can review consent terms.
Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z gets TFT update; reports quote ₹1,90,015
Bajaj’s Pulsar NS400Z reportedly gets a 5-inch TFT, navigation mirroring and USB-C at ₹1,90,015 ex-showroom Delhi. Bajaj’s page still shows ₹1,86,015, so buyers face a price check.
NHAI reportedly clears Gurugram Cyber City flyover, underpass plan
NHAI has reportedly given DLF in-principle approval for a flyover and underpass near Gurugram’s Cyber City. Here is what changes for Delhi-NCR commuters and what remains pending.
BYD Denza confirms India entry; Z9 GT, D9 expected next
BYD's luxury Denza brand has teased its India entry. The Z9 GT and D9 are expected first, but launch timing, prices and India specifications remain unconfirmed for buyers.
Oben Electric leads e-motorcycle table with 1,417 registrations
VAHAN data recorded 1,417 Oben electric-motorcycle registrations in September 2026, ahead of Revolt and Ultraviolette. Here is what it means for EV-bike buyers.
Kallumthazham plan: NHAI reportedly to study two ROBs in Kerala
NHAI is reported to be preparing a technical study for two railway overbridges and an approach road at Kerala’s Kallumthazham, where missing links add distance and congestion for drivers.
Haryana NCR pumps told to manually verify PUCC before refuelling
Haryana’s NCR fuel pumps must verify valid PUCCs before refuelling, with manual checks until ANPR systems are live. The update affects petrol, diesel and CNG users.
Honda Elevate Facelift Teaser Shows New Look; Camera Disputed
Honda’s updated Elevate is due in India on 6 Oct 2026 after ₹21,000 pre-bookings opened. A fresh teaser shows new styling, but reports disagree on whether the SUV gets a 360-degree camera.
Tata Motors commercial vehicle prices rise by up to 1%: fleet impact
Tata Motors has raised commercial-vehicle prices by up to 1% from 1 Oct 2026, varying by model and variant. Fleet buyers should check the revised quote and recalculate running costs.
Bulk diesel reportedly rises ₹14.60/litre: fleet impact
The Times of India reports bulk diesel at ₹153.57/litre in October, up ₹14.60, while retail diesel remains ₹95.20 in Delhi; fleets face higher direct-fuel costs.
IRDAI motor insurance commission plan: brokers warn of servicing risks
IBAI has challenged parts of IRDAI’s proposed commission reset, warning that lower payouts could weaken motor-policy servicing and insurance access in smaller towns. The draft is not final.
Paliyekkara toll plaza: NHAI asked to study barrier-free tolling
Thrissur's collector has asked NHAI to examine barrier-free tolling at Paliyekkara. Drivers face no immediate toll or payment change; the proposal is still under study.
Gadkari defends E20 petrol; drivers get checks after damage debate
Nitin Gadkari has again defended E20 petrol and challenged damage claims. The remarks do not change fuel rules; drivers should verify vehicle compatibility, mileage and service guidance.
Long-weekend jams hit Shimla and Badrinath routes; drivers face hours of delay
Reports on 2-3 Oct say long-weekend traffic built up on the Kalka-Shimla NH-5 and Joshimath-Badrinath routes, adding hours to hill trips and straining local road movement.