Range Rover EV Debut & Logo Unveiled Lead Weekly Auto News
Auto enthusiasts have plenty to follow this week: Range Rover unveiled its first standalone logo in 55 years alongside news of its upcoming all-electric Range Rover EV, Mahindra expanded its sub-4m SUV lineup, and JSW MG Motor launched a flagship MG Select outlet in Thane.
Jaguar Land Rover also introduced the stealthy SV Black Edition, BMW India named a new CEO, Bentley moved under Skoda-VW India’s wing, Delhi backtracked on a fuel ban, and Skoda-VW India hit a 5-lakh production milestone.
Range Rover New Logo Unveiled After 55 Years with EV Debut
Jaguar Land Rover rolled out a minimalist, mirrored “RR” emblem—the brand’s first standalone logo since 1970—to fit grilles, wheel caps, and digital platforms. It sits alongside the classic “Range Rover” wordmark without replacing it.
This bold branding refresh sets the stage for the fully electric Range Rover EV arriving next year, as part of JLR’s “House of Brands” strategy to position Range Rover as a standalone luxury marque. The new logo underscores electrification ambitions while preserving heritage.
New Mahindra XUV 3XO REVX Sub-4m SUV Debuts at Rs. 8.94 Lakh
Mahindra filled gaps between its MX and AX models by introducing three REVX trims for the XUV 3XO:
- REVX M (₹ 8.94 lakh): 1.2 L naturally aspirated petrol engine (110 bhp), leatherette seats, six airbags, 7″ touchscreen.
- REVX M (O) (₹ 9.44 lakh): adds single-pane sunroof, rear parking sensors, 16″ alloy wheels.
- REVX A (₹ 11.79 lakh manual; ₹ 12.99 lakh automatic): 1.2 L TGDi turbo (130 bhp), panoramic glass roof, 10.25″ digital cluster, AdrenoX Connect.
These variants bring premium features—sunroof options, digital upgrades, advanced safety—into an accessible price bracket, strengthening Mahindra’s hold on the competitive sub-4m SUV segment.
First MG Select Dealership in Thane to Retail Cyberster & M9!
JSW MG Motor India inaugurated its first MG Select gallery-style outlet in Waghbil, Thane West, near R City Mall. The white-walled space with lounge seating and curated displays focuses on flagship EVs:
- MG Cyberster roadster: two-seat convertible with up to 600 km range.
- MG M9 luxury MPV: six-seat electric van with panoramic roof and Level 2 ADAS.
This premium format debuts before national launches, with 13 more MG Select centers planned in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, and other metros by Q3 2025.
Range Rover SV Black Edition – Third All-Black SUV Unveiled
Range Rover’s SV Black Edition follows Sport SV and Defender Octa as the third all-black special:
- Narvik Gloss Black exterior, gloss-black grille, 23″ wheels, blacked-out logos.
- Cabin in ebony leather with diagonal stitching, black birch veneer, Moonlight Chrome accents.
- Body-and-Soul seats plus Sensory Floor haptic feedback system.
- 4.4 L twin-turbo V8 delivering 606 hp and 750 Nm, 0–100 km/h in 4.5 s.
By combining stealth styling with immersive tech, the SV Black Edition redefines emotional luxury for Range Rover enthusiasts.
Hardeep Singh Brar to Lead BMW India as CEO from September
Effective September 1, Hardeep Singh Brar will become President & CEO of BMW Group India. Brar joins from Kia India, where he oversaw one million sales in 34 months.
His 30-year career spans Maruti, Volkswagen, GM, Nissan, and Kia, and he holds an engineering degree plus an executive MBA from Harvard.
Brar’s data-driven, customer-focused approach aims to accelerate BMW India’s electrification push and strengthen its premium portfolio.
Bentley Motor Joins Skoda Auto Volkswagen India as new entity
From July 1, Bentley India operations will be handled by Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Pvt. Ltd. (SAVWIPL). Under the new Bentley India division—led by Brand Director Abbey Thomas—SAVWIPL will manage import, sales, marketing, and after-sales.
Initial showrooms in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and New Delhi will feature the Bentayga, Flying Spur, and Continental. This move integrates Bentley into SAVWIPL’s ultra-luxury stable alongside Audi, Porsche, and Lamborghini.
Effective July 2025 - Delhi Fuel Ban U-Turn – Old Petrol and Diesel Cars to Refuel
A July 1 policy barred diesel cars older than 10 years and petrol cars older than 15 years from refueling at 350 Delhi pumps using ANPR cameras.
After protests and 62 lakh cars turned away, the ban was paused two days later at the Lt. Governor’s request.
Vehicle owners can now refill normally while authorities explore balanced measures—stricter emissions tests, EV incentives, and targeted pollution control—to improve air quality.
Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Achieves 5 Lakh Production Mark
Skoda Auto VW India celebrated the rollout of its 500,000th vehicle across Pune (70%) and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (30%) plants. Since starting local assembly with the Octavia in 2001, the lineup has grown to include the Laura, Superb, Kodiaq, Kushaq, Slavia, and Kylaq.
India also exports engines and CKD kits for the Kushaq and Slavia to Skoda’s Vietnam facility. This milestone cements India’s role as a vital global hub for premium-segment manufacturing.
C.O.P. Weekly News: Concluding Notes
From logo redesigns and electric debuts to leadership changes and production feats, this week’s auto news underscores a fast-evolving market driven by electrification, luxury expansion, and smarter regulations.
Stay tuned to CarOnPhone for latest auto news and next week’s roundup.
Tags:
CarOnPhone is your one-stop destination to see all upcoming cars, latest cars, released cars, and EV Cars, and compare Cars in all Car Brands. Stay tuned and follow us to update yourself on the automotive world.
Sign up for our Newsletter
Land Rover Range Rover
₹ 2.31 Cr*
Ex-showroom price
Engine
2997 cc
Transmission
Automatic
Mileage
13.16 kmph
Power
346 bhp
Mahindra XUV 3XO
₹ 7.54 Lakh*
Ex-showroom price
Engine
1197 cc
Transmission
Manual
Mileage
18.6 kmph
Power
109.96 bhp
Recent News
-
2026 Renault Duster Adventure Edition Launched at Rs 12.99 Lakh: Price, Specs, and Features Explained
By Akash Patil 14 Jul 2026 | 14:04:03 -
Citroen Car Discounts July 2026: Save Up to ₹1.40 Lakh on Basalt, Aircross, & C3X
By Kinjal Patel 14 Jul 2026 | 12:43:26 -
MG Car Discounts July 2026: Save Up to Rs 1.55 Lakh on Hector, Astor, ZS EV & Comet EV
By Kinjal Patel 14 Jul 2026 | 12:06:29 -
Kia Syros EV spied completely undisguised ahead of launch
By Amit Singh 13 Jul 2026 | 16:23:42 -
Tata Safari Stealth Edition Launched at Rs 24.04 Lakh; Gets New Turbo-Petrol Engine
By Akash Patil 11 Jul 2026 | 13:48:08
Popular News
-
Aston Martin Vanquish 5.2-litre, twin turbocharged V12 India Launch slated for March 22
By Akash Patil 01 Mar 2025 | 13:34:58 -
Maruti Suzuki Fronx Variant-wise features, Specifications, Color options Explained!
By Akash Patil 27 Feb 2025 | 16:52:16 -
Skoda Kylaq waiting period in March 2025
By Akash Patil 01 Mar 2025 | 13:31:45 -
Maruti Alto K10 now Gets 6 Airbags As Standard, price starts at Rs 4.23 lakh
By Akash Patil 01 Mar 2025 | 13:29:27 -
Mercedes W16 makes its debut on track for 2025 F1 season
By Akash Patil 27 Feb 2025 | 12:40:35