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    Mainak Das

    Working as a journalist and content producer with over 15 years of experience in both print and web media. Passion for cars started with collecting die-cast models in childhood and lately, that converted into writing about cars and all other types of automobiles. Enthusiastic about new technologies being introduced to the world of automobiles.

    Articles by Mainak Das

    Minda Corp Q2 FY27 net profit jumps 68% to ₹143 crore, EV products account for 35% of new orders

    Minda Corporation Ltd.'s electric vehicle-related products accounted for around 35% of its new orders in Q2 FY27.
    car bike
    Updated on Nov 4, 2026 03:31 IST

    Volkswagen dubs alleged India EV investment freeze report misleading

    Volkswagen has recently signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with JSW Group to explore the key principles for a strategic partnership in India.
    car bike
    Updated on Oct 27, 2026 05:03 IST

    Hyundai bets big on Bayon and Creta, targets annual sales of 2.5 lakh units with these two SUVs

    Hyundai Bayon is positioned between Venue and Creta.
    car bike
    Updated on Oct 27, 2026 04:33 IST

    Honda expects 60 lakh motorcycle and scooter sales in India in FY27

    HMSI is aiming for a 4.3% YoY domestic sales growth in FY27.
    car bike
    Updated on Oct 21, 2026 08:20 IST

    Stellantis India targets to halve vehicle development time, boost localisation for Jeep and Citroen

    Stellantis India plans to invest <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>4,000 crore as well as launch 12 Citroen and Jeep models over the next three years.
    car bike
    Updated on Oct 21, 2026 04:27 IST

    2026 Delhi EV policy attracts over 5,600 applications for incentives

    The maximum number of incentive applications under the new Delhi EV Policy came in the electric two-wheeler category.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 25, 2026 03:08 IST

    Hero Xtreme 160R, Destini 125 available with up to ₹10,000 festive discounts

    Hero MotoCorp is offering up to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10,000 cashback, exchange bonus, and free roadside assistance as festive discounts.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 15, 2026 09:50 IST

    Honda Amaze, Elevate, City offered with festive discounts of up to ₹2.44 lakh

    Honda Cars India is offering up to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>2.44 lakh festive discounts on models like Amaze, City and Elevate.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 15, 2026 06:22 IST

    EV retail rises 53% YoY in August, but most segments decline month-on-month

    Electric vehicle sales in India shot up in August, clocking significant YoY growth, but MoM sales dropped in most segments.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 9, 2026 10:49 IST

    Auto industry records best-ever August retail, alternative fuels overtake petrol

    The automobile retail in India has recorded its best-ever August performance as alternative fuels like CNG, hybrid and electric have surpassed petrol car sales.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 8, 2026 05:36 IST

    Want to buy Revolt RV400? Here's your complete monthly EMI guide

    Revolt RV400 is one of the pioneers in Indian electric motorcycle segment, which continues to appeal many consumers.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 6, 2026 00:36 IST

    Planning to buy Ather Konarc? Here's your complete EMI guide

    Ather Konarc has been launched as a family-oriented electric scooter meant for regular commuting.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 5, 2026 00:36 IST

    Planning to buy Simple Wave? Here is your complete EMI guide

    Simple Wave will compete with other affordable family-oriented electric scooters in the market, like the recently launched Ather Konarc, TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, etc.
    car bike
    Updated on Sep 3, 2026 04:35 IST

    Uttar Pradesh accounts for nearly 50% of vehicles scrapped in India

    Uttar Pradesh accounts for nearly 48.5% of over 4.07 lakh vehicles scrapped across India till July 31, 2026.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 31, 2026 07:50 IST

    MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV in mind? Here's the complete monthly EMI calculation

    MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV is based on the automaker's ADAPT architecture, which is a modular platform capable of housing different types of electrified powertrain technology.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 30, 2026 00:36 IST

    Want to buy MG Hector Tomahawk EV? Here's your complete EMI guide

    MG Hector Tomahawk EV is underpinned by the automaker's ADAPT platform, and it is essentially based on the Wuling Starlight 560 SUV.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 29, 2026 00:36 IST

    Planning to buy Yamaha YZF-R2? Here's your complete monthly EMI guide

    Powering the all-new Yamaha YZF-R2 is a newly developed, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine engineered for responsive throttle delivery and strong top-end power.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 28, 2026 00:36 IST

    Planning to buy MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV? 5 facts you must know

    MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV comes as the automaker's first true plug-in hybrid SUV, combining an internal combustion engine and an electric powertrain.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 27, 2026 04:08 IST

    ⁠Automakers forced to stay silent on E20 hazard, alleges Arvind Kejriwal

    Arvind Kejriwal has alleged that despite the E20 fuel being hazardous for pre-2023 vehicles, auto firms have been forced to keep silence.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 26, 2026 04:57 IST

    Planning to buy Yamaha Aerox 155? Here's your complete monthly EMI guide

    Yamaha Aerox 155 is basically a scooter that uses the tried-and-tested technology from YZF-R15.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 23, 2026 00:36 IST

    Planning to buy BMW X1 LWB? Here's your complete EMI guide

    BMW X1 LWB will be sold alongside the standard-wheelbase version of the X1 and the electric iX1 LWB in India.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 22, 2026 00:36 IST

    Buying Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Launch Edition? Complete accessory list with price

    Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Launch Edition can be accessorised with a plethora of genuine accessories.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 17, 2026 05:38 IST

    Want to buy Maruti Suzuki S-Presso? Here's your complete monthly EMI guide

    Maruti Suzuki S-Presso is one of the most popular entry-level hatchbacks in the Indian market.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 16, 2026 00:37 IST

    Planning to buy Maruti Suzuki Ertiga? Here's your complete EMI guide

    Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is one of the most value-for-money and popular MPVs in India.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 15, 2026 00:36 IST

    Indian auto industry records strongest July sales performance

    Passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers clocked their strongest-ever July sales in India last month.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 13, 2026 07:22 IST

    Road accident in India kills more than war or disease, says Nitin Gadkari

    According to MoRTH, the number of road accidents in India rose by 5.3% to 513,563 in 2025, with road crashes claiming the lives of 21 people every hour.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 11, 2026 04:24 IST

    Ethanol blending in diesel fails flash-point test, says Government

    Public-sector oil marketing companies conducted scientific evaluations of ethanol blending with diesel through their research and development centres.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 11, 2026 03:34 IST

    Indian two-wheeler industry to see 5-8% growth in FY27, projects study

    Scooters are expected to gain further share in FY27 in the Indian two-wheeler market as urban demand remains strong for this category.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 10, 2026 04:28 IST

    Want to buy TVS Ronin? Here's your complete monthly EMI guide

    TVS Ronin is a neo-retro motorcycle that earned quite a popularity within a short span after its launch in India.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 9, 2026 00:36 IST

    Planning to buy Honda Activa 110? Here's your complete monthly EMI guide

    Honda Activa 110 is one of the bestselling scooters in the Indian market, which is a no-nonsense, practical daily commuter.
    car bike
    Updated on Aug 8, 2026 00:36 IST
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