Author: Hasnain Ali

Tata Motors started the year 2026 on a high note, with the month of January proving to be a significant milestone. The company recorded its highest-ever total monthly sales of 71,066 units, which represents a massive 47.1% growth over the previous year. Digging deeper, the domestic sales performance was equally strong, stood at 70,222 units compared to 48,076 units in January 2025, marking a robust 46.1% YOY growth. Key models like the Nexon and Punch contributed heavily, each registering their best-ever monthly sales figures to drive this outstanding result. Record Exports and Unmatched EV Performance Beyond the domestic numbers, Tata…

In early 2026, Tata Motors is making a very aggressive move to boost its electric range with substantial discounts. The offers are significant, with total benefits reaching up to Rs 3.8 lakh. While the biggest headline grabber is the Curvv EV, these discounts run through the entire line-up. This includes the affordable Tiago EV at the entry end, all the way to models higher up like the Nexon EV 3.0 and the Harrier EV. The discount structure might look familiar, but the scale is new. Tata is stacking various incentives—like green bonuses, exchange or scrappage benefits, and loyalty rewards—and it’s…

Odysse Electric Vehicles is serving customers all across India. They have a growing presence that is going nationwide, reaching people in over 300 PIN codes. A Month of Stellar Growth Having watched the EV market closely, I can say that numbers like these tell a powerful story. For Odysse Electric Vehicles, the start of January 2026 wasn’t just good—it was phenomenal. The company reported a staggering 275 percent increase in sales on a year-on-year (YoY) basis for that period, which is a clear sign of exploding demand. To put that into perspective, they sold an impressive 1,058 units in January…

Hyundai started January 2026 with a record-breaking performance. The Korean carmaker, through Hyundai Motor India Limited, achieved its highest-ever monthly numbers. It sold 59,107 units in the domestic market, marking a 9.5% YOY growth. Adding export numbers of 14,030 units, the total monthly sales reached 71,173 units. This resulted in a robust 11.5% YOY growth for its total sales, showing a very strong start to the year. Key Exporters and the Unbeatable Creta A closer look at the sales numbers reveals which models are powering Hyundai’s success. The company’s impressive 20.9% YOY growth in exports, with a total of 14,030…

For the Indian luxury buyer, the BMW i7 offers a compelling electric proposition. It’s available in two distinct variants, providing choice in this premium segment. A key impressive figure is its WLTP-certified range of up to 603 km between charges, a number that helps alleviate range anxiety for long drives. BMW has just crossed a significant landmark moment in India, delivering over 1,000 units of its flagship i7 electric sedan in the country since it was introduced. This achievement is cementing its position as the brand’s most successful high-end EV offering to date. From a design perspective, the BMW i7…

The journey of the Hyundai Creta began with its launch in July 2015. From its start in India, this SUV from the Korean auto giant has become a phenomenon, with the company having sold over 12 lakh units by the end of 2025. These figures include the all-electric Hyundai Creta Electric, launched in early 2025. Based on my industry observations, the Chennai production facility has been the cornerstone of this success, acting as the primary production hub. Now, the focus shifts forward. Hyundai is working on the next chapter: the third-gen Creta. This third generation model is poised for a…

Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HMSI) has long been ruling the country’s scooter segment with its ever-popular, family-format Activa, bagging consistent sales volumes. Now, to further boost its popular offering’s appeal, the brand is unveiling a special X-Edition of the Activa 125. This strategic move clearly aims to energize the lineup, and in my view, it signals exciting potential for models like the Dio, which has always held its own as a vibrant and popular choice in Honda’s stable. Honda Dio 125 X-Edition: A Youth-Centric Marvel Honda has just revealed a new special edition aimed squarely at young riders, called…

BMW has just confirmed an exciting move for enthusiasts, setting the launch of the all-new BMW X3 xDrive 30 M Sport Pro for 16 February 2026. Having followed the X3’s evolution, this new flagship variant is a significant step up. From 30 January, the company will start accepting pre-bookings for this luxury mid-size SUV, which is expected to be priced upwards of ₹80 lakh (ex-showroom). This positions it on top of the current lineup, above the existing variants—the xDrive 20 and XDrive 20d, priced at ₹71.20 lakh and ₹73.20 lakh (both ex-showroom), respectively. A key detail from my experience in…

Mark your calendars. The official Prices for the highly anticipated new Renault Duster are set to be announced in mid-March. This key reveal comes just ahead of the vehicle’s commencement of customer deliveries, which is scheduled to begin in April 2026 across India. The all-new Renault Duster is making an ambitious play for a definitive comeback in India’s crowded midsize SUV segment, and on paper, the ingredients look right. It gets a compelling triple powertrain strategy, including a powerful 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine and the significant introduction of a strong hybrid system promising top-tier performance. This potential is built on…

While the Model 3 and Model Y are the stars of Tesla’s global sales, making up the vast majority, the pioneering Model S sedan and Model X SUV continue to sell in more exclusive quantities. They’re the premium flagships that started it all. Recent updates confirm CEO Elon Musk’s move to phase out Tesla’s longest-running and most iconic models, the Model S and Model X. This signals a major shift in priorities for the American EV maker. These models played a crucial role in establishing Tesla as a serious global automaker, but changing market dynamics have made their future increasingly…