Recent Articles Published by Akbar Merchant
2025 Lexus NX 350h SUV launched at Rs 68.02 lakh 

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Updated Lexus NX 350h is now E20 compliant; gets new exterior paint shades. 

JSW MG Motor Opens New Dealership in Muvattupuzha, Kerala 

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Located at NH 49, Sangamo Junction, Kadathy, the showroom is also equipped with an in-house EV charging station. 

Tata Motors Re-Enters South African Market with Four Models

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Tata Harrier, Curvv, Punch and Tiago will be sold in South Africa via a partnership with Motus Holdings.

EXCLUSIVE: Creta in Crosshairs: Maruti Readies Second Mid-Size SUV to Join Grand Vitara

By Ketan Thakkar and Akbar Merchant calendar17 May 2025

Likely to be named ‘Escudo,’ the all-new SUV will slot between the Brezza and Grand Vitara, expanding the Arena portfo...

Honda ZR-V hybrid under consideration for India launch

By Akbar Merchant, Autocar India calendar27 Jan 2025

Honda ZR-V with petrol-hybrid powertrain delivers a combined output of around 180hp.

High demand for top two AT variants of Kia Syros

By Akbar Merchant, Autocar India calendar25 Jan 2025

Dealers say the Syros’ HTX+ and HTX+ (O) trims with rear-seat ventilation have more bookings.

Skoda to resume bookings for the Kylaq Classic variant from January 27

By Akbar Merchant, Autocar India calendar25 Jan 2025

Skoda Kylaq is priced between Rs 7.89 lakh and Rs 14.40 lakh; deliveries to commence next week.

Skoda Kodiaq debuts in India, launch in June

By Akbar Merchant, Autocar India calendar17 Jan 2025

Elroq EV, Vision 7S also showcased at Auto Expo 2025.

2025 Tata Tiago and Tiago EV feature updates

By Akbar Merchant, Autocar India calendar10 Jan 2025

2025 Tata Tiago range gets mild styling tweaks and new colours; no mechanical changes.

Renault Kiger, Triber facelifts, Duster launch timelines revealed

By Akbar Merchant, Autocar India calendar06 Jan 2025

Kiger will get a substantial design update that will be a departure from the current model’s Kwid-like looks.