Weekly Recap: Top Car News Making Waves In India Over The Past Week

The past week had quite some bustle in the automotive industry in India and across the world. Top stories include the launch of a Tata SUV-coupe and a Mercedes Maybach SUV, new editions of one Hyundai, two Skoda and three Kia cars, revelations from Audi and Volvo and a new feather on the cap for two Tata SUVs for their safety. Here are the top news picks that you shouldn’t miss.

The Tata Curvv SUV Coupe Finally Launched

Tata has launched the ICE-powered Curvv SUV coupe, a month after the launch of its electric sibling. Besides plentiful features, the Curvv also debut a new engine. The Curvv aims to stand out with its unique design from the other mass-market compact SUVs. Check out more about the car and its prices, here.

The Third-Gen 2025 Audi Q5 Is Revealed

Audi has revealed the Q5 globally ahead of its global launch in early 2025. The car is based on Audi’s new PPC (Premium Platform Combustion) platform and gets a fresh treatment for the interior and exterior design. Being one of the popular Audis in India, we bet you’d want to know more about the car, so do check out our story.

2 Skoda Cars Get New Editions

Skoda has launched the new Monte Carlo and Sportline editions for the Slavia and Kushaq. While the Kushaq already had the Monte Carlo edition, the Slavia now gets it and Sportline is new to both. Skoda has also introduced an attractive offer for limited bookings. Know more details in our story.

MG Has Teased The Exterior Design Of The Windsor EV

MG has dropped yet another teaser for the upcoming Windsor EV, this time giving a glimpse of its exterior for the first time. Previously, we’ve been teased with a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment and a large panoramic glass roof for the electric crossover. Check out the design details here.

A Hyundai SUV Gets The New Knight Edition

Hyundai has launched the Knight edition for one of its most popular SUVs at Rs 14.51 lakh. While the new edition doesn’t bring any significant feature additions, it does give the car a cosmetic makeover. Any guesses, which car could it be? Have a look at it here.

Hyundai Aura New Base-Spec CNG Variant Launched

The Hyundai Aura CNG has been introduced with a base-spec E variant alongside the higher-spec S and SX trims. This new variant makes the car more affordable by Rs 82,000 from the mid-spec S variant. Check out its price and feature additions in our story.

Kia Launched A New Edition For Its Cars

Kia has launched a new ‘Gravity’ edition for its made-in-India models: Sonet, Seltos and Carens. This new edition marks the Automaker’s fifth anniversary on our shores. Wondering what the differences are between the new Gravity edition and the standard variants? Learn more here.

Mercedes Launched Its First Ever All-Electric Maybach SUV

Mercedes-Benz has launched its first all-electric Maybach EQS 680 SUV in India at Rs 2.25 crore (ex-showroom). While it shares the same powertrain with the standard EQS SUV, it does get a distinctive look and plentiful luxury loaded into it. It’s also the first electric Maybach from the carmaker in India. Learn more about the car, here.

2 Tata SUVs Win Safety Award From Global NCAP

When it comes to safety, the Tata cars have always stood on the top step. Tata has now added another feather in its cap with a safety award from the Global NCAP for two of its SUVs. The last Indian car to get this award was the Mahindra XUV700 back in 2022. Read more in our story.

Volvo XC90 Facelift Gets Major Design Upgrades Globally

The Volvo XC90 facelift has been unveiled with new design elements and significant design upgrades, similar to its electric sibling, the EX90. Along with that, Volvo has made tweaks to the cabin, air suspension and engine options as well. You can take a closer look at the car here.