{"id":67621,"date":"2026-01-04T08:00:25","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T02:30:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/?p=67621"},"modified":"2026-01-03T21:28:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T15:58:44","slug":"auto-news-of-the-week-key-highlights-from-indias-automobile-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/auto-news-of-the-week-key-highlights-from-indias-automobile-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Auto News Of The Week: Key Highlights From India\u2019s Automobile Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"clean-word-content\"><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-67622\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/News-of-the-week-cover-9.webp\" alt=\"News of the week cover\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/News-of-the-week-cover-9.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/News-of-the-week-cover-9-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/News-of-the-week-cover-9-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/News-of-the-week-cover-9-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/News-of-the-week-cover-9-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>This week, India\u2019s auto sector brings several notable developments. From extended EV buyback plans to top safety ratings, new taxi-ready models, SUV launches and updates in the MPV segment, here\u2019s a complete roundup of what matters to buyers<\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1775868517-iTfcXP-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 970px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; overflow: hidden;\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- Loader -->\r\n        <div class=\"comman-ads-loader\" style=\"position: absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%; display:flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; z-index:2;flex-direction: column;\">\r\n            <div style=\"width:32px; height:32px; border:3px solid #e5e7eb; border-top:3px solid #9ca3af; border-radius:50%; animation: spin 1s linear infinite;\"><\/div>\r\n            <span style=\"background-color: white;border: 1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius: 4px;padding: 2px 8px;font-size: 9px;color: #6b7280;font-weight: 600;letter-spacing: 1px;text-transform: uppercase;\">AD<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- AdSense Ad -->\r\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n             id=\"ad-1775868517-iTfcXP\"\r\n             style=\"display:inline-block; width:970px; height:90px; background: transparent;\"\r\n             data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8418398772512966\"\r\n             data-ad-slot=\"1745023287\"><\/ins>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        (function(){\r\n            const container = document.getElementById('ad-1775868517-iTfcXP-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1775868517-iTfcXP');\r\n            const loader = container.querySelector('.comman-ads-loader');\r\n            const sizeWeb = [970, 90];\r\n            const sizeMobile = [320, 50];\r\n            const breakpoint = 768;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Load AdSense script if not already loaded\r\n            if (!document.querySelector('script[src*=\"adsbygoogle\"]')) {\r\n                const script = document.createElement('script');\r\n                script.async = true;\r\n                script.src = 'https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js';\r\n                script.crossOrigin = 'anonymous';\r\n                script.setAttribute('data-ad-client', 'ca-pub-8418398772512966');\r\n                document.head.appendChild(script);\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Function to switch sizes based on viewport\r\n            function updateAdSize() {\r\n                const isMobile = window.innerWidth <= breakpoint;\r\n                const currentSize = isMobile ? 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This initiative is designed to remove concerns about depreciation for electric vehicle buyers<\/p> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Highlights:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Customers can choose 3 year, 4 year or 5 year plans with guaranteed resale value ranging from 40% to 60% of the original ex showroom price<\/li> <li>The program covers popular models such as the ZS EV, Windsor EV, and Comet EV, and it is independent of any loan or financing options<\/li> <li>Commercial ZS EV owners are also eligible, provided their usage does not exceed 60,000 km per year or three years<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"10\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\">At the end of the term, buyers can keep, return or exchange their vehicle, offering flexibility and peace of mind<\/li> <\/ul> <p>This move is expected to accelerate EV adoption in India providing assurance for new buyers and increasing trust in electric vehicles<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tata Harrier &amp; Safari Petrol Crash Test Results from BNCAP Revealed<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/tata-harrier-safari-petrol-crash-test-results-from-bncap-revealed\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-67450\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tata-Harrier-Safari-Petrol-Crash-Test-Results-from-BNCAP-Revealed-cvoer.webp\" alt=\"Tata Harrier &amp; Safari Petrol Crash Test Results from BNCAP Revealed\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tata-Harrier-Safari-Petrol-Crash-Test-Results-from-BNCAP-Revealed-cvoer.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tata-Harrier-Safari-Petrol-Crash-Test-Results-from-BNCAP-Revealed-cvoer-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tata-Harrier-Safari-Petrol-Crash-Test-Results-from-BNCAP-Revealed-cvoer-1024x512.webp 1024w, 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 })();\r\n    <\/script>\r\n\r\n    <style>\r\n        @keyframes spin { 100% { transform: rotate(360deg); } }\r\n    <\/style>\r\n     <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"20\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adult Occupant Protection:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Both the Tata Harrier petrol and Safari petrol scored <\/span>30.08 out of 32 delivering strong protection in frontal offset and side impact crash tests<\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Child Occupant Protection:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The SUVs achieved <\/span>44.54 out of 49 points with full marks in multiple dynamic child safety assessments<\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Standard Safety Package:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Safety equipment remains identical across both models, including <\/span>six airbags, electronic stability program and ISOFIX child seat anchors<\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Crash Test Performance:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> The <\/span>frontal offset crash test scored 14.08 out of 16, while the side barrier test achieved a perfect 16 out of 16 score<\/li> <\/ul> <p>These results reaffirm Tata\u2019s reputation for safe family SUVs, ensuring petrol engine variants are equally secure as diesel options<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS &amp; Aura Enters Taxi Market, ranging from Rs 5.99\u20136.89 lakh<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/hyundai-grand-i10-nios-aura-enters-taxi-market-ranging-from-rs-5-99-6-89-lakh\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-67456\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundais-Prime-Taxi-Range-With-Company-Fitted-CNG-Launched-in-India-\u2013-Full-Details-cvoer.webp\" alt=\"Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS &amp; Aura Enters Taxi Market, ranging from Rs 5.99\u20136.89 lakh\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundais-Prime-Taxi-Range-With-Company-Fitted-CNG-Launched-in-India-\u2013-Full-Details-cvoer.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundais-Prime-Taxi-Range-With-Company-Fitted-CNG-Launched-in-India-\u2013-Full-Details-cvoer-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundais-Prime-Taxi-Range-With-Company-Fitted-CNG-Launched-in-India-\u2013-Full-Details-cvoer-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundais-Prime-Taxi-Range-With-Company-Fitted-CNG-Launched-in-India-\u2013-Full-Details-cvoer-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundais-Prime-Taxi-Range-With-Company-Fitted-CNG-Launched-in-India-\u2013-Full-Details-cvoer-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p> <p>Hyundai has entered the Indian taxi segment with factory-built Prime HB (Grand i10 Nios) and Prime SD (Aura) vehicles targeting fleet operators and commercial users<\/p> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Details: <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pricing:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Prime HB starts at <\/span>\u20b95.99 lakh, and Prime SD at \u20b96.89 lakh (ex-showroom)<\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fuel Efficiency:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Prime HB delivers <\/span>27.32 km\/kg, while Prime SD provides 28.40 km\/kg with operating costs around \u20b90.47\/km<\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Features:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Both models include a factory <\/span>80 km\/h speed limiter, panic buttons, rear AC vents and optional 9 inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto<\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Booking:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Fleet operators can secure their vehicles with a <\/span>\u20b95,000 token amount<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"12\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Colors Available:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Atlas White, Typhoon Silver and Abyss Black<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This launch reduces conversion costs and positions Hyundai as a strong player in the <\/span>commercial vehicle market<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2026 Kia Seltos Price Revealed, starts from Rs 10.99 Lakh<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/2026-kia-seltos-price-starts-at-rs-10-99-lakh-check-full-list\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-67490\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Kia-Seltos-Price-Starts-At-Rs-10.99-Lakh_-Check-full-List-cover-1.webp\" alt=\"2026 Kia Seltos Price Starts At Rs 10.99 Lakh: Check full List\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Kia-Seltos-Price-Starts-At-Rs-10.99-Lakh_-Check-full-List-cover-1.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Kia-Seltos-Price-Starts-At-Rs-10.99-Lakh_-Check-full-List-cover-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Kia-Seltos-Price-Starts-At-Rs-10.99-Lakh_-Check-full-List-cover-1-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Kia-Seltos-Price-Starts-At-Rs-10.99-Lakh_-Check-full-List-cover-1-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026-Kia-Seltos-Price-Starts-At-Rs-10.99-Lakh_-Check-full-List-cover-1-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span>2026 Kia Seltos<span data-contrast=\"auto\"> has officially launched in India with a modern design and updated features<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Price And Variants:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Starting Price:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Base HTE petrol manual at <\/span>\u20b910.99 lakh<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Top Variants:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> X-Line\/GTX diesel automatic priced up to <\/span>\u20b919.99 lakh<\/li> <\/ul> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Engines &amp; Transmission:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"14\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1.5L petrol engine with two power outputs and 1.5L diesel engine<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Transmission options include <\/span>manual, DCT and torque converter automatic<\/li> <\/ul> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Features:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"15\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Level 2 ADAS safety features<\/li> <li>Panoramic sunroof and 30-inch Trinity display<\/li> <li>10 variants and 12 color options<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"15\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Bookings open with a \u20b925,000 token<\/li> <\/ul> <p>The 2026 Seltos competes directly with Hyundai Creta and other mid SUVs, offering more technology and features for a slightly higher starting price<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Toyota Innova Crysta To Be Discontinued In India Around March 2027<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/toyota-innova-crysta-to-be-discontinued-in-india-around-march-2027\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-67529\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Toyota-Innova-Crysta-to-Be-Discontinued-in-2027-cover.webp\" alt=\"Toyota Innova Crysta To Be Discontinued Around March 2027 In India\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Toyota-Innova-Crysta-to-Be-Discontinued-in-2027-cover.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Toyota-Innova-Crysta-to-Be-Discontinued-in-2027-cover-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Toyota-Innova-Crysta-to-Be-Discontinued-in-2027-cover-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Toyota-Innova-Crysta-to-Be-Discontinued-in-2027-cover-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Toyota-Innova-Crysta-to-Be-Discontinued-in-2027-cover-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p> <p>Toyota has confirmed plans to discontinue the Innova Crysta diesel in India by March 2027, mainly due to stricter CAFE 3 emission norms<\/p> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Important Details:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\">The 2.4L diesel manual remains popular among fleet buyers but cannot meet new emission regulations<\/li> <li>Original discontinuation was delayed from 2025 because of high demand and issues with the Innova Hycross hybrid<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"16\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Toyota plans to focus on the Innova Hycross hybrid for private buyers, leveraging hybrid advantages under CAFE norms<\/li> <\/ul> <p>This ends a 20 year era for the ladder-frame MPV in India, as Toyota shifts toward greener hybrid vehicles<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hyundai Venue HX5+ Variant Introduced, Priced at Rs 9.99 Lakh<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/hyundai-venue-hx5-variant-introduced-priced-at-rs-9-99-lakh\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-67551\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundai-Venue-Adds-HX5-Variant-Priced-at-Rs-9.99-Lakh-cover.webp\" alt=\"Hyundai Venue HX5+ Variant Introduced, Priced at Rs 9.99 Lakh\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundai-Venue-Adds-HX5-Variant-Priced-at-Rs-9.99-Lakh-cover.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundai-Venue-Adds-HX5-Variant-Priced-at-Rs-9.99-Lakh-cover-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundai-Venue-Adds-HX5-Variant-Priced-at-Rs-9.99-Lakh-cover-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundai-Venue-Adds-HX5-Variant-Priced-at-Rs-9.99-Lakh-cover-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Hyundai-Venue-Adds-HX5-Variant-Priced-at-Rs-9.99-Lakh-cover-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/a><\/p> <p>Hyundai has launched the HX5+ variant of the Venue sub compact SUV at \u20b99.99 lakh, adding value for buyers seeking more features without paying for higher trims<\/p> <p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Features &amp; Upgrades:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1.2L Kappa petrol engine with manual gearbox<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">LED headlamps, roof rails, wireless charging<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rear sunshade, rear wiper, driver power window auto up\/down<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"17\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">HX4 variant gets seat height adjustability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p>The HX5+ variant strengthens Venue\u2019s presence in the sub-compact SUV segment while keeping the price accessible<\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This week, India\u2019s auto sector brings several notable developments. 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