Autos

They thought these cars would conquer America - but nobody bought them

French automakers introduced some of the most advanced cars of their era, pioneering innovations like self-leveling suspension, front-wheel drive, and hydropneumatic ride systems. Yet despite their engineering and unique designs, brands like Renault, Citroën, and Peugeot ultimately disappeared from the American market. Discover the fascinating history behind France's automotive industry, the groundbreaking cars that almost changed America, and the combination of politics, regulations, competition, and business decisions that led to their downfall.

Chery Jaecoo J5 petrol spotted

This is the first sighting of the petrol-powered Jaecoo J5.

JSW MG Motor launches MG ADAPT, India's first multi-NEV platform

JSW MG Motor India has unveiled its new MG ADAPT platform for future vehicles. This innovative architecture supports electric, hybrid, and range extender vehicle technologies. The platform aims to enhance driving range and improve overall vehicle efficiency. Future models will debut on this flexible and intelligent technology backbone. This development accelerates the company's commitment to sustainable mobility solutions.

Mahindra Chakan plant rolls out 30 lakh vehicles, BE 6 marks milestone

Mahindra’s Chakan plant has crossed cumulative production of three million vehicles, with the BE 6 becoming the milestone unit. The 657-acre facility builds 19 models and more than 450 variants, with rising use of automation, renewable energy and electric vehicle production.

Tata Motors overtakes Mahindra & Mahindra, regains No. 2 spot in passenger vehicle market during Q1 FY27

Tata Motors has reclaimed its position as India’s second-largest passenger vehicle (PV) manufacturer, overtaking Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) in the first quarter of FY27 as strong demand for its SUV portfolio helped the automaker regain ground.According to the latest data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Tata Motors dispatched 1,87,953 passenger vehicles during the April-June quarter, surpassing Mahindra’s 1,74,745...

Nissan Motor India targets to sell 2 lakh units a year; launches mid-size SUV Tekton

Mumbai, July 9 (PTI) Nissan Motor India is aiming to sell 2 lakh cars in a year, including 100,000 in the Indian market, as it looks to balance its sales volumes in the country, which currently are skewed towards exports, a top company official said on Thursday

Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica brings style to daily driving

The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica uses a familiar Stellantis platform, but it manages to feel different through its design. With compact crossover proportions, Italian red paint, muscular details, and a front end inspired by Alfa Romeo history, it has more visual character than many of its close relatives. Inside, the cabin mixes practical Stellantis controls with Alfa touches like Alcantara trim and sporty seats. The physical climate buttons are easy to use, but some materials, especially piano black surfaces and hard plastics in the rear, feel less impressive. On the road, the Junior Elettrica works best as a city car. It has light steering, easy parking manners, good front visibility, and quick electric response at everyday speeds. It is not the most practical family EV, and the rear seats are a clear weakness, but for daily urban driving with strong style, the standard electric version may be the most sensible Junior to choose.

Photos: The world's strangest car collection

It may belong to an oil sheikh, but there's no room for supercars in this particular collection. We pay it a visit

5 SUVs I would buy to wade through flooded roads during monsoon

Five SUVs suited for flooded monsoon roads include the Land Rover Defender, Jeep Wrangler, Toyota Fortuner, Force Gurkha and Mahindra Thar Roxx, offering impressive water-wading capabilities and off-road performance

Scooters surpass motorcycles as SUVs dominate record auto sales

Scooters take lead: Scooter sales rose 30.8% in Q1 FY27 to 2.18 million units, outpacing motorcycle growth of 14%. SUVs fuel PV growth: Utility vehicles made up 68% of passenger vehicle sales, growing 28.6% year-on-year. Risks ahead: SIAM warns commodity costs and West Asia tensions could impact the otherwise steady demand outlook.

This Fast & Furious car was wanted by the FBI - then it was crushed

Before the Nissan Skyline GT-R became legal under the 25-year import rule, one company risked everything to bring it to the United States. This is the unbelievable story of Motorex - the company that crash-tested Skylines, supplied iconic cars for The Fast and the Furious, battled federal regulators, and became embroiled in one of the biggest import car scandals in American history. From million-dollar bonds and FBI investigations to stolen GT-Rs, crushed movie cars, and the disappearance of its controversial founder, this is the rise and fall of the company that changed the Skyline's legacy forever.

The 1980s cars that you've (probably) forgotten about

The 1980s bear similar parallels with today, so perhaps it's time for us to remember the cars everyone seems to have forgotten

MG unveils future roadmap, new plug-in hybrid system at Tech Day 2026

Mumbai, July 9 -- China's SAIC Motor-owned British marquee brand MG has unveiled its technology roadmap centred on its next-generation Plug-in Hybrid+ systems, SolidCore battery integration and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) at MG Tech Day at its UK headquarters in London.

Blog: Your SUV's most-used feature is now the brake pedal

The growing menace of traffic begs a question: Is buying a car slowly becoming one of the worst financial decisions for people living in large cities?

This Mazda MX-5 project just doubled its V10 ambition

DriveTribe continues its ambitious plan to put a V10 engine into a Mazda MX-5. The project becomes even more interesting when the team decides to prepare two different MX-5 builds instead of just one. One car is being saved for the custom 2.0 liter V10 engine while another MX-5 is stripped for a different V10 swap idea. The video follows the engine removal, the planning, and the first big steps toward making the tiny sports car ready for a much larger engine. This episode turns a difficult engine swap into a bigger challenge with more questions about fitment, engineering, and which V10 will be used.

Mahindra Vision S spied with production-spec headlamps and front-end design

Mahindra's Vision S compact SUV will sit between the XUV 3XO and Scorpio lineups. Set for production in 2027 on the Freedom_NU platform, it was unveiled along with three concepts, showcasing future design and versatility while hinting at diesel and electric powertrain options.

I test drive electric cars – these are the fastest-charging for under £50k

Rs 177Cr worth of vehicles lined up for Rath Yatra delivery

Ahmedabad: Dealers in Ahmedabad district have scheduled deliveries of vehicles worth an estimated Rs 177 crore this rath yatra. Sale of cars and two-wheelers, besides electric vehicles are set to record double-digit growth over last year.Get breaking news anytime, anywhere. Download the TOI app now!Dealers expect to deliver around 7,200 two-wheeler...

Cheap supercharged Jaguar gets its power back

DriveTribe continues Project Jaaaag by trying to recover the lost power from its cheap supercharged Jaguar XKR. After earlier problems with boost leaks, old engine parts, and reliability concerns, the team returns to see whether the repairs and upgrades have made a real difference. The Jaguar’s supercharged V8 is tested again to check how much performance was hiding underneath the faults. With the car now running stronger, the project starts to feel much closer to the fast grand tourer it was meant to become. This episode combines budget sports car drama, dyno testing, and the payoff from fixing a tired performance car.

Supercharged Corvette C6 attacks Nürburgring at full speed

Nürburgring laps in a supercharged Corvette C6 highlight a performance car built for fast circuit driving. The title points to a modified Corvette tackling the famous German track, making this a clear fit for motorsport, auto enthusiast, and supercar-adjacent audiences interested in acceleration, engine performance, and track testing. The setting suggests a focus on the car’s behavior at speed, from straight-line power to the demands of a challenging racing circuit. Viewers can expect a straightforward automotive feature centered on a high-performance American coupe in one of the most recognizable settings in racing.

BMW races to catch up in a Chinese EV market that won't slow down

BMW faces declining sales in China after two years of reduced performance. The automaker's new electric cars are set to launch in November. Chinese rivals are developing sophisticated electric vehicles much faster. BMW's management is accused of underestimating the dynamic Chinese market. The company's future success hinges on its new electric vehicle strategy.

Toyota Hilux facelift teased: Design, cabin updates expected

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has revealed a teaser for the upcoming Hilux facelift. The updated pickup truck will feature a redesigned front fascia and grille. Inside, expect dual 12.3-inch displays and enhanced technology features. The familiar 2.8-litre diesel engine will likely be retained for performance. An advanced ADAS package is also anticipated for improved safety.

Kia Syros EV: Variant-wise features, battery options explained

The Kia Syros EV will be offered in five variants - HTK, HTK+, HTX, HTX+ and X-Line. The smaller battery pack will be limited to the HTK, HTK+ and HTX trims, while the larger unit will be available across all variants except the entry-level HTK. In this article, let’s take a look at variant-wise features of the new Syros EV.

The best cars that were only built once

Building one-off vehicles is a hugely expensive exercise, but car makers build more of them than you might realise

Green wheels zoom into fast lane in city

Chandigarh: Zero-emission vehicles are no longer a niche segment in Chandigarh. Registrations of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have grown steadily over the past four years, signalling a gradual shift in consumer preference towards cleaner mobility even as petrol-powered vehicles continue to dominate the city’s roads.Get breaking news anytime, an...

BMW posts 17% growth in H1 2026, sells 9,075 units

BMW Group India achieved record H1 2026 sales of 9,075 cars, up 17%, led luxury EVs with 2,359 units, while Mini grew 70% and BMW Motorrad delivered 2,327 bikes

The car industry bloodbath: How China's global EV domination has crushed the world's biggest brands

As more drivers go electric, esteemed brands and luxury carmakers have been forced to close factories and scrambled to stay relevant.

The world’s first McLaren P1 Spyder turns a modern icon into something even rarer

The video focuses on what is described as the world’s first McLaren P1 Spyder, a roofless version of one of the most important hypercars of its era. The story looks at how the transformation changes the design, rarity, and emotional appeal of a machine already seen as a modern legend. Its appeal comes from the tension between preserving an iconic car and creating something far more exclusive. For viewers in the USA, UK, and Australia, the subject connects with the fascination around one off hypercars, collector culture, and rare automotive engineering. The result is a high interest supercar story built around rarity, design, and whether this open top McLaren P1 is a masterpiece or a risk.

20 used cars that actually cost more than they did new

You wouldn't be wrong to assume that, as soon as you drive your shiny new car out of the dealership, it's already depreciating. But not all are the same. From limited production to manual transmissions, unusual engineering, and strong collector demand, some used vehicles can actually sell for far, far more than their original sticker price. Fancy paying $1.5 million for a Porsche Carrera GT or a Ferrari 599 GTO? The values of the 20 used cars on this list might just shock you.​​

Chery T1TP modular concept patented as SUV

The T1TP concept remains pretty much the same, barring panniers attached in the rear section.

The end of commitment: Is the auto industry global, regional or national in its emerging character?

The world's carmakers are being told the age of open markets is over. For India, the third largest of them, the sharper question is what kind of market it now becomes, and whether it arrived on the global stage only to find the doors closing.

Skoda Octavia RS: 5 things to know about the performance SUV

Limited-run Skoda Kodiaq RS sold out in six minutes, bringing the RS performance badge to India’s premium SUV segment.

Porsche 911 Turbo faces Audi R8 in drag battle

Porsche 911 Turbo and Audi R8 go head-to-head in a drag battle that puts two iconic performance cars in direct comparison. The matchup focuses on straight-line speed, acceleration, and the driving character that makes each supercar stand out. For viewers interested in car testing, performance comparisons, and high-end sports cars, the video offers a close look at one of the most recognizable rivalries in the automotive world.

10 Audi features that changed the industry & 10 that didn’t catch on

Audi has frequently used technology to distinguish itself from other premium automakers, sometimes introducing features that eventually appeared across the industry. Not every experiment became a lasting success, however, and several ambitious ideas remained rare because they were expensive, complicated, restricted by regulations, or quickly replaced by better alternatives. Here are 10 Audi features that changed the industry & 10 that didn’t catch on.

New fuel economy rules proposed: Credits, penalties you need to know about

Draft CAFE-III norms to apply from FY28 for M1 category cars, with targets tightening annually till FY32; automakers to earn credits for green tech, face penalties for missing targets

India's small cars are making a big comeback

India's smallest cars are showing signs of a comeback after years of decline. Passenger vehicle dispatches hit a record high in the April-June quarter, but the biggest surprise wasn't SUVs—it was entry-level hatchbacks. Sales of cars like the Maruti Alto and S-Presso more than doubled compared with last year, according to industry estimates reported by The Economic Times.

CM Vijay's childlike excitement over miniature EV car goes viral. Watch video

At a Chennai Secretariat meeting, Chief Minister Joseph Vijay was seen fiddling with a miniature VinFast VF 8 electric SUV presented by Pham Sanh Chau. The candid exchange drew amused reactions online as fans said it revealed his playful side amid work and film commitments.

#Podcast ep15: BMW India president Hardeep Singh Brar on EVs, luxury cars, ethanol & mobility future

BMW India President Hardeep Singh Brar speaks exclusively to Business Today on the company's growth strategy, the rising demand for luxury vehicles, and the future of electric mobility in India. He discusses why long-wheelbase models are becoming increasingly popular, how EV demand continues to generate waiting periods, BMW's expansion into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, and the company's outlook for strong double-digit growth. Brar also shares his views on the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, ethanol blending, and why BMW believes India's policy of incentivising electric vehicles over hybrids is the right long-term approach.

The 20 tiniest cars ever put into production

Compact cars are common today, but some manufacturers took downsizing to an entirely different level. Whether driven by postwar fuel shortages, crowded city streets, or simple engineering curiosity, these tiny production cars proved that getting from one place to another didn't always require a full-sized automobile. Many of them look almost toy-like by modern standards, but they were legitimate road-going vehicles. If you've ever thought today's compact cars are small, these 20 models will make them seem enormous.

20 features you can expect to see in your car by 2030

Car technology used to creep forward one model year at a time, a slightly better infotainment screen here, an extra airbag there. That pace has changed. Automakers are racing to ship software updates, AI assistants, and battery breakthroughs that were concept-car fantasies just a few years ago, and a lot of it is already showing up in showrooms. None of this requires a crystal ball, since most of these features exist in some form today and are simply scaling up. Here's 20 features likely to be standard, or at least common, in cars by 2030.

He rejected $50M - most valuable car on Earth

This isn’t just another rare car - it’s one of the most valuable vehicles ever created, and it’s completely untouchable. Even a blank check from a serious buyer wasn’t enough to convince the owner to sell. With a history that shaped the entire automotive world, this car represents something far bigger than money. After a painstaking restoration and decades of legacy, the decision was made to keep it out of private hands forever. No matter the price, this is one car the world will never be able to buy.

Mahindra XEV 9S prices hiked: Up to Rs. 70,000 premium

The XEV 9S gets three battery pack options: 59kWh, 70kWh, and 79kWh.

Hyundai EVs might vibrate too, alongside faking engine sounds

Future Hyundai electric cars, underpinned by the new IMA architecture, could come with richer ICE-inspired sounds and vibrations, more realistically replicating the ICE-powered cars.

Richard Hammond buys a strange 6.0 liter V8 TV car

Richard Hammond reveals the yellow Chevrolet SSR he drove during The Grand Tour and explains why he decided to buy it. The unusual 6.0 liter V8 pickup has a strange mix of muscle car power, convertible styling, and limited practicality. It also carries marks and memories from filming, making it more than just another used car purchase. Hammond looks at the car’s condition, its odd design, and the problems that still need attention before it can become a proper keeper. This DriveTribe video is a fun look at a TV car with history, character, and plenty of reasons to divide opinion.

A 90s Isuzu SUV rally car gets repainted and the transformation changes everything

The video follows a 90s Isuzu SUV rally car as it receives a fresh repaint and a major visual transformation. The story focuses on bringing an older project car back to life through color, bodywork, and rally inspired character. Its appeal comes from seeing a forgotten SUV gain a much stronger identity after one big change. For viewers in the USA, UK, and Australia, the build connects with the growing love for unusual retro rally machines. The result is a restoration style project built around nostalgia, personality, and an old Isuzu that finally looks ready for its next chapter.

10 Nissan models that built the brand & 10 that hurt its reputation

Nissan built its international identity through affordable family cars, capable utility vehicles, innovative electric technology, and performance machines that earned passionate followings. However, several poorly received models and troubled generations also weakened customer confidence, particularly when reliability problems, aging designs, or confusing product decisions lasted longer than buyers expected. Here are 10 Nissan models that built the brand and 10 that hurt its reputation.

E20 fuel damages Maruti car; company ordered to give customer a new vehicle

A consumer court ordered Maruti Suzuki to replace a Grand Vitara with an E20-compatible model. The complainant alleged technical issues after E20 petrol became available. The court found the manufacturer and dealer guilty of deficiency in service. Maruti Suzuki must replace the SUV or pay its full value. The company also faces a compensation payment for mental agony.

The 80s cars that we idolised

The 80s was a time of great music, quirky fashion and some downright brilliant cars - prepare for nostalgia

June 2026 passenger vehicle sales: Maruti Suzuki retains crown as Mahindra, Hyundai follow

SIAM's June 2026 data saw Maruti Suzuki lead with 1.47 lakh sales, followed by Mahindra and Hyundai. Kia, Toyota, Skoda and Honda posted growth, while Hyundai recorded a year-on-year decline.

Kia Syros EV X-Line unveiled: 2 dedicated colours

High-density batteries now get lifetime warranty.