Best cars selected by enthusiasts and owners across 10 different categories.
Close to 50 models were launched in India in the past 12 months, but companies have not been able to realise their potential due to the pandemic.
Beginning with a bang amid all the glitz and glamour of the biennial Auto Expo, the year will be ending with a whimper for the automobile industry as sales dwindle, and the worst-ever industrial violence at Maruti Suzuki's Manesar plant leaves a big scar.
As other global car makers struggle in India to keep sales consistent, the Korean player has made a heady combination out of design, launches and localisation.
'I am a big admirer of engineering in India because India has a particular skill in frugal engineering.'
Over 22 passenger and commercial vehicle makers and 18 two- and three-wheeler makers will take part amid proximate security.
The S-Cross will be available only in diesel engine options of 1.6 litre and 1.3 litre.
The company sells a range of vehicles from three-wheelers to high-end sports utility vehicles.
German car-maker Volkswagen on Thursday said it will increase its vehicle prices by up to 2.5 per cent in India from next month in order to offset impact of high input costs.
Hyundai Creta, the new challenger, might just force its rivals to change their strategy.
Whether it is protecting its turf in its core utility vehicle segment through new model launches, or stepping up investment in electric vehicles, the Anand Mahindra-led firm is leaving nothing to chance
Auto major Mahindra launches yet another SUV, and Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com puts its through the paces.
Maruti is trying to move up the segment by focusing on premium cars, SUVs and even trucks.
Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and M&M draw visitors with a range of concept cars.
A record number of 85 products will be launched.
Be it in terms of looks, features or safety, the Indian auto market is growing up
Making a debut in India with an SUV, Citroen's products in the next couple of years will clearly chart and define its destiny in what has become both a vibrant but also a daunting market for foreign entrants, says Pavan Lall.
India wasn't applying widespread crash testing like foreign countries do, so manufacturers didn't see the need for an investment focus on safety. Customers rarely walked into showrooms asking for the safest car. They wanted the cheapest or the most fuel-efficient or the best-looking car.
It plans to increase India sales by a tenth, helped largely by launches next year
Good looks and smart features in the new Honda BR-V make it ideal for those looking for a dash of thrill
At an expected price tag of Rs 600,000 to Rs 900,000, it does spell trouble for the contenders in the sub-4-metre SUV space.
Car makers are cautiously optimistic, even as two-wheeler firms are clearly upbeat.
If you opt for a petrol variant, you will need to reapply for loan.
It's not easy to ignore the newspaper ads with Diwali offers.
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