CNG-led fuel mix overtakes diesel in FY2026 passenger-vehicle sales
FADA's FY2025-26 data put CNG/LPG at 21.98% of India's passenger-vehicle retail, ahead of diesel at 18.08%. Here's what that means for high-mileage buyers.
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Royal Enfield Classic 350 price hike reported; new range starts at ₹1,88,934
Two auto outlets reported a Royal Enfield Classic 350 price revision on 6–7 Oct, putting Chennai ex-showroom prices at ₹1,88,934–₹2,26,069. The official page still shows older rates.
Proposed IRDAI 5% own-damage cap draws dealer pushback in India
IRDAI’s proposed motor-insurance commission caps face fresh broker and dealer opposition. The draft is not in force, and its consultation deadline may be extended.
AI chatbots enter car-insurance renewal research; policy wording still decides cover
Indian car owners are using AI chatbots to decode motor-insurance terms during renewal research, but a 2026 study and IRDAI's AI work underline why the policy schedule still controls cover.
NHAI schedules Nattika NH 66 toll from 8 Oct; local pass ₹360
NHAI is scheduled to collect toll at Kerala’s Nattika plaza on NH 66 from 8 Oct 2026. Cars face ₹120 one way, while eligible local non-commercial owners get a ₹360 monthly pass.
MG Hector Storm editions launch at ₹19.99 lakh: key buyer checks
JSW MG Motor India has launched the Hector Blackstorm and Snowstorm at ₹19,99,800 ex-showroom each. Both are five-seat, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol CVT SUVs with dark styling.
Reported EV insurance claims 14% costlier than ICE: key checks
Policybazaar data reported by ETAuto and Fortune India on 6 Oct 2026 puts average EV claim severity at ₹41,543 versus ₹36,185 for comparable ICE cars, highlighting battery-cover checks.
Edel Assurance expands premium-car warranty cover beyond factory term
Edel Assurance has expanded extended-warranty coverage for premium cars in India, with reported multi-year protection for specified mechanical and electrical failures after the factory warranty ends.
India EV retail sales hit 3,33,634 in September: buyer and fleet impact
FADA data shows India recorded a record 3,33,634 EV retail units in September 2026, led by electric two-wheelers and cars. Here is what the mix means for buyers and fleets.
Bank of India raises RBLR to 8.35%: car-loan EMI checks
Bank of India raised its repo-linked lending rate by 25 bps to 8.35% after the RBI’s 7 Oct hike. Floating-rate vehicle borrowers need to check reset terms and EMI impact.
Ionage raises $1.3 million to expand EV charger access in India
Ionage has reported a $1.3-million pre-Series A raise to widen cross-network EV charger discovery and payments in India. The driver benefit is planned, not immediate.
Ampere Nexus EX+ launched at ₹1,29,999: key buyer checks
Ampere has launched the Nexus EX+ electric scooter in India at ₹1,29,999, with a 136 km IDC range and 5 kW motor. Here are the charging, warranty and on-road cost checks for buyers.
NHAI floats ₹11,537.70 crore Amaravati ORR tenders: driver impact
NHAI has invited bids for four six-lane Amaravati Outer Ring Road packages worth ₹11,537.70 crore. The corridor could ease traffic, but it is not open or under construction yet.
Mercedes-Benz India plans January 2027 car price hike; amount pending
Mercedes-Benz India plans another car-price revision in January 2027, CEO Santosh Iyer said. The amount and model coverage are not fixed, so buyers face a watch-and-compare decision.
NHAI to remove flyover railings on Delhi–Gurugram route after fatal crash
NHAI has accelerated removal of metal railings from nine flyovers on the 28-km Delhi–Gurugram Expressway after a delivery rider died near Signature Towers. Here's what commuters should know.
RBI raises repo rate to 5.50%; car-loan EMI impact for buyers
The RBI has raised its repo rate by 25 bps to 5.50% on 7 Oct 2026, its first hike since Feb 2023. Floating-rate car loans may reprice, but the timing depends on lender terms.