A Look At The Weekly News Wrapup From The Four-wheeler World

Last week provided us with the launch of a special edition of a compact SUV, global unveiling of an upcoming premium sedan, fresh details on Tata’s plan for its upcoming EV’s, and patent images of Mahindra’s upcoming EV. Here's a look at the notable car news and updates from the past week.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE Facelift Launched

Mercedes-Benz launched the facelifted 2023 GLE in India, with prices starting from Rs 96.4 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated GLE features minor design changes inside out and is offered in three broad variants across two trim options. Head over to our story to take a detailed look at it.

2023 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Launched

Alongside the 2023 GLE, Mercedes-Benz also launched the C43 AMG in India at a price tag of Rs 98 lakh (ex-showroom). It gets sportier AMG-specific styling cues, chassis enhancements, and is powered by a strong 2-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. You can find out how quickly it accelerates from 0-100kmph in our story over here.

Volkswagen Taigun Trail Edition Launched

Volkswagen launched the Taigun Trail Edition at Rs 16.3 lakh (ex-showroom). This special edition boasts off-road-specific styling touches and is available for a limited time. It is based on the compact SUV's mid-spec GT trim and you can explore the Trail Edition's design and the premium it demands over the GT trim over here.

2024 Skoda Superb Unveiled 

Skoda revealed the 2024 Superb globally. It boasts a revised exterior design, an overhauled interior, and introduces plenty of new features. Check out our story to know more about it and when it will be launched in India.

2023 Tata Safari Deliveries Commenced

Tata Motors has begun the deliveries for the facelifted 2023 Safari facelift after its official launch on October 17. It is offered in four broad variants and you can check out our story to know more details.

Tata Motors To Use JLR’s EMA Electric Car Platform

Tata Motors signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jaguar Land Rover to use its Electric Modular Architecture (EMA) electric car platform. For additional information and to find out more about Tata's first premium EV to be built on this platform, click here.

Mahindra Thar.e Patented In India

The Thar.e SUV concept's design has been patented in India. The all-electric concept initially made its debut in Cape Town, South Africa, a while ago and is expected to be launched in 2026. To get a glimpse of its design, powertrain, and pricing prior to its launch, visit our story over here.

Bharat NCAP Crash Test To Commence From December 15

India’s car assessment programme, known as Bharat NCAP (BNCAP) will start crash-testing cars from December 15. The programme was initially announced in late August 2023 and was scheduled to begin tests from October 1. Click here to check out which models will be part of initial crash tests.

EV Sales Declined In Q3 2023

Sales of the EVs declined by 10 percent in Q3 compared to Q2 2023. However, Q3 2023 has been the best quarter for the overall Indian automotive industry, with a growth of 8.3 percent over the previous quarter. Click here to know more about sales figures of EVs.