Car Buyers

2026 is expected to be a busy year for the Indian auto industry. January will see many new vehicles unveiled and launched. Here's a closer look at the below

From finding the right platform to transferring ownership, here's how to navigate the process

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53% can now make higher down payments, signalling stronger consumer confidence

Buyers can save ₹50,000 to over ₹2 lakh, depending on the model. Check which cars are cheaper

Nonetheless, there has been a perceptible change over the past decade in how car purchases are made

The 7-seater segment is expected to grow in the coming years. The growth will be accelerated by the launch of new models in 2025-26. Let's look at the upcoming 7-seater vehicles in India

At 6 million-plus kilometers (4 million miles), India's road network is now the second largest in the world after the US, according to official data from New Delhi.

Two-wheeler owners finding upward mobility challenging

Benefits in March range from Rs 35,000-4 lakh price cuts on various models

The Chinese automaker's newest product in India, the BYD Sealion 7, is scheduled to premiere today. Although reservations are already being made, deliveries will start from March 7, 2025

Majority of car buyers in India still prefer making their purchase decisions through physical dealerships, with digital platforms increasingly complementing the overall acquisition process, according to a survey. The findings of a global study conducted by Urban Science involving over 9,000 people across the US, Germany, UK, China, India, and Mexico, revealed that most Indian buyers still predominantly prefer purchasing vehicles through a traditional dealership in person, with trust and relationship-building playing pivotal roles. According to the survey, nearly 9 out of 10 car buyers in India are more inclined to visit a physical dealership, highlighting the critical importance of in-person visits in shaping their overall buying behaviour, it stated. The survey highlighted that India provides a compelling blueprint for balancing the rising digital demand with a deeply rooted, trust- driven car-buying culture. For Indian car buyers, tradition is not merely nostalgic it's a trusted

A Tata Motors dealership in the eastern suburbs of Mumbai said panoramic sunroofs and safety ratings are key demands from customers

Maruti Suzuki India on Sunday reported a 4 per cent year-on-year decline in total sales in August at 1,81,782 units. The company had dispatched 1,89,082 units in the same month last year, Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said in a statement. Total domestic passenger vehicle wholesales were at 1,43,075 units last month as compared with 1,56,114 units in the year-ago month, a dip of 8 per cent, it added. Sales of mini segment cars, comprising Alto and S-Presso, declined to 10,648 units last month as against 12,209 units a year ago. Sales of compact cars, including Baleno, Celerio, Dzire, Ignis and Swift, declined 20 per cent to 58,051 units as compared with 72,451 units in the year-ago month. Utility vehicles, consisting of Grand Vitara, Brezza, Ertiga, Invicto, Fronx and XL6, clocked sales of 62,684 units last month as compared to 58,746 units earlier. Sales of Eeco were at 10,985 units last month as against 11,859 units in the year-ago period, while that of light commercial vehicle Supe

Selling the old car independently, rather than going for an exchange offer, may fetch better value

Some banks are offering additional interest concessions of up to 0.25 per cent for existing housing loan borrowers and corporate salary account holders

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As per authorities, the motor vehicles department intends to fit HSRP on all vehicles within a year once it finalises a contractor to hire for the job for installation of the fancy number plates

After the eC3, C3 hatchback, and C5 Aircross SUV, the new Citroen C3 Aircross SUV is the brand's fourth model for India. It has made its global debut in India

The price for the base variant of the Mahindra Thar, which stands at Rs 13.49 lakh (all prices are ex-showroom), remains unchanged