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New Hyundai Venue revealed, bookings open ahead of November 4 launch
New Hyundai Venue revealed, bookings open ahead of November 4 launch

By Akbar Merchant calendar24 Oct 2025

New Venue gets three engine options, fresh looks and more features; Booking amount set for Rs 25,000.  

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Euro NCAP Tightens 2026 Safety Norms, Targets Touchscreen Dependence
Euro NCAP Tightens 2026 Safety Norms, Targets Touchscreen Dependence

By Akbar Merchant calendar24 Oct 2025

Stricter safety protocols to reward tactile controls and real-world driver alertness.

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Next-Gen Hyundai Venue Teased Ahead of November 4 Launch
Next-Gen Hyundai Venue Teased Ahead of November 4 Launch

By Akbar Merchant calendar24 Oct 2025

Second-gen Venue to be sold in petrol and diesel engine options; sportier N-Line variant also incoming.

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Toyota Land Cruiser FJ revealed ahead of Japan Mobility show
Toyota Land Cruiser FJ revealed ahead of Japan Mobility show

By Akbar Merchant calendar21 Oct 2025

Land Cruiser FJ SUV will go on sale in Japan first, followed by other markets.

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Skoda Octavia RS launched at Rs 49.99 lakh
Skoda Octavia RS launched at Rs 49.99 lakh

By Akbar Merchant calendar17 Oct 2025

First lot of 100 units of the 2025 Octavia RS is already sold out, according to the Skoda India.

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Tata Nexon Gets ADAS, Red #Dark Edition relaunched at Rs12.44 Lakh
Tata Nexon Gets ADAS, Red #Dark Edition relaunched at Rs12.44 Lakh

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Oct 2025

The ADAS-equipped Nexon Fearless+ PS DCA price starts at Rs 13.53 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Uttar Pradesh Ends Road Tax Waiver for EVs and Hybrids as Policy Expires
Uttar Pradesh Ends Road Tax Waiver for EVs and Hybrids as Policy Expires

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Oct 2025

UP’s EV and hybrid tax waiver lapsed on October 13, raising on-road prices by up to Rs 4 lakh as the state chooses not...

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Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Edition Launched ahead of Diwali
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Edition Launched ahead of Diwali

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Oct 2025

Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Edition gets a new styling kit priced at Rs 31,999, can be installed across all variants.

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Toyota Century to be a standalone brand positioned above Lexus
Toyota Century to be a standalone brand positioned above Lexus

By Akbar Merchant calendar16 Oct 2025

Chairman Akio Toyoda envisions the Century as a new pinnacle of Japanese luxury, distinct from Lexus.

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Skoda Kylaq gets upto Rs 65,000 off this Diwali
Skoda Kylaq gets upto Rs 65,000 off this Diwali

By Akbar Merchant calendar15 Oct 2025

The Skoda Kylaq is one of the newest compact SUVs in India; rivals Nexon, Brezza, Syros and Venue.

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