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    Ford Raising Prices on Three Mexico-Built Models Due to Tariffs

    Starting July 5, Ford will officially start raising prices on three Mexico-built models as a result of the Trump administration’s tariffs.The raised prices will hit the Bronco Sport, Maverick (pictured above), and Mustang Mach-E, all three of which Ford builds in Mexico.A Ford spokesperson confirmed the news to Car and Driver but also said that the automaker isn’t passing the full cost of the tariffs on to customers. Ford will raise prices on three Mexico-made cars as a result of the Trump administration’s tariff on vehicles built outside the United States, according to a report from Reuters. A spokesperson from Ford confirmed the news to Car and Driver and said that the increases will affect vehicles built after May 2 but won’t go into effect until after July 4. Following the holiday, Ford is planning to sunset its current “From America, For America” employee pricing program, which opens employee pricing to everyone. Ford2025 Ford Bronco Sport.Prices on the Bronco Sport, Maverick, and Mustang Mach-E, all three of which Ford builds in Mexico, will see increases. The Ford spokesperson said the price hikes are part of the brand’s “usual” mid-year pricing changes, “combined with some tariffs we are facing. We have not passed on the full cost of tariffs to our customers.” As the price changes don’t affect vehicles built before May 2, they shouldn’t have an impact on the price of cars already on dealer lots. Ford2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E.The extent of the price increases isn’t totally clear yet. According to the Reuters report, an internal dealer memo reflects price increases as much as $2000, though the report doesn’t make it clear which model will see that change. The Ford representative who spoke with Car and Driver referenced smaller changes and pointed to a $600 price hike for the Bronco Sport Heritage as well as a $700 price hike for the Maverick XLT AWD. More on FordJack Fitzgerald’s love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn’t afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. More

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    Volvo Recalls 413K Cars over Bad Backup Camera, Polestar Involved Too

    Volvo is recalling over 413,000 models due to a faulty backup camera, which can be fixed with a software update. The massive recall involves pre-2026 Volvo models, including the S60, S90, V60, V90, XC40, XC60, and XC90, with Google built-in software.Every Polestar 2 is also involved in a similar recall, which also requires a software update.A boatload of newer Volvo models could have a problem with their backup cameras, specifically that they won’t display a rearview image when put into reverse. The remedy requires a simple software update, however, that still means that 413,151 Volvo owners will have to visit their dealers. Polestar 2 owners are also on the hook.Michael Simari|Car and DriverVolvo says the backup-camera problem affects all pre-2026 models with Google built-in infotainment software. That’s according to recall documents Volvo submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Of course, the exact model years differ between each vehicle based on when they adopted the Google interface. The list below provides specifics:2023–2025 Volvo S602022–2025 Volvo S902023–2025 Volvo V60/V60 Cross Country2022 Volvo V90/2022–2025 V90 Cross Country2021–2025 Volvo XC402022–2025 Volvo XC602023–2025 Volvo XC90Marc Urbano|Car and DriverWhile Volvo has stopped funding Polestar, the two Swedish brands are still collaborating. The Polestar 2 EV is also currently involved in a backup-camera-related recall, though the recall documents Polestar submitted to the NHTSA don’t specify if it’s related to the same Google software. Instead, Polestar chalks it up to a “synchronization error” between the camera and the video display. As a result, every Polestar 2 sold in the United States (27,816 models) is being recalled. Polestar has also ended production of the 2, making 2025 its final model year.Related StoriesEric Stafford’s automobile addiction began before he could walk, and it has fueled his passion to write news, reviews, and more for Car and Driver since 2016. His aspiration growing up was to become a millionaire with a Jay Leno–like car collection. Apparently, getting rich is harder than social-media influencers make it seem, so he avoided financial success entirely to become an automotive journalist and drive new cars for a living. After earning a journalism degree at Central Michigan University and working at a daily newspaper, the years of basically burning money on failed project cars and lemon-flavored jalopies finally paid off when Car and Driver hired him. His garage currently includes a 2010 Acura RDX, a manual ’97 Chevy Camaro Z/28, and a ’90 Honda CRX Si. More

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    TVS Confirms Norton Motorcycles India Launch By 2025 End

    Norton Motorcycles India Launch
    Five years after TVS Motor acquired the iconic British motorcycle brand, Norton Motorcycles, the company has deemed it fit to finally launch it in India. The company has revealed an estimate time frame for Norton Motorcycles to launch in India to rival other retro classic motorcycle brands like Royal Enfield, Triumph, Harley-Davidson, Jawa and Yezdi among others.
    Norton Motorcycles India Launch
    The iconic British motorcycle brand, Norton Motorcycles, has been a popular choice among buyers who are looking for a retro treat. Currently, the company offers three motorcycles – Commando 961, V4SV and V4CR. The prices for these motorcycles range from around Rs 20 lakh and Rs 50 lakh.
    Norton Commando 961
    Norton Motorcycles was acquired by TVS Motor around five years ago and it has been a highly anticipated launch since this acquirement. Now, TVS Motor has confirmed that Norton Motorcycles will be introduced in India by the end of the year 2025. Probably via the CBU route, now that India-UK free trade agreement is expected to bring automotive tariffs from 100% to 10%, under a quota.
    These three aforementioned motorcycles might launch initially through CBU route and serve as Halo products for Norton Motorcycles in India to set foot in the ground. These will be shipped into our market from the company’s facility in Solihull, UK. Soon, we should expect local manufacturing of smaller-capacity motorcycles to compete in the 350cc-450cc motorcycle segment.
    Norton V4CR
    What to expect?
    Speculations suggest that Norton Motorcycles is branching out its operations and is developing two new platforms. One of these will displace around 450cc (probably a single-cylinder unit) which should act as its most affordable offering. Second motorcycle could be a middle-weight offering that might displace around 650cc (probably a twin-cylinder unit).
    With the historic India-UK FTA (Free Trade Agreement), both nations are poised to boost trade and revenue. This FTA will benefit British automakers too as tariffs could be reduced to just 10% down from around 100%. While the small-capacity motorcycles look like a foggy future, the launch of Commando 961 or V4SV or V4CR or all or some by 2025 end is more likely.
    Norton V4SV
    TVS Motor acquired Norton Motorcycles for around Rs 153 Cr, which looks like a relatively small sum in the grand scheme of things. There has been a significant investment of around Rs 1,000 Cr from TVS and the roadmap is set to launch six new motorcycles by 2027 end. More

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    2025 Triumph Scrambler 400X Launched – New Colour, Slight Price Revision

    2025 Triumph Scrambler 400X
    Triumph’s 400 lineup has been gaining more and more popularity in the Indian market. The company is currently one of the notable players in the high-performance single-cylinder 350cc to 450cc motorcycle range. For 2025, Triumph has just updated the Scrambler 400X which now gets a new shade of Red along with a slight price revision. Let’s take a closer look.
    2025 Triumph Scrambler 400X Launched
    With the launch of Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X in India, Triumph Motorcycles entered a new price bracket that it never operated in before. With a strong value for money quotient, Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X quickly emerged as a desirable retro-styled motorcycle with a lot more performance than the popular 350cc offerings from Royal Enfield.
    The most expensive offering in the 400 range by Triumph, is Scrambler 400X. This motorcycle has been updated for MY25 version with a new colourway. Called Lava Red Satin, this new colourway looks a lot more appealing and premium. It replaces the current Volcanic Red and Phantom Black colourway.
    While it looks the same as images published by Triumph’s social media handles, it looks like it will get a matte finish. Hence the word Satin in its name. 2025 Triumph Scrambler 400X gets a slight price hike too. It is now priced at Rs 2.67 lakh (Ex-sh), which is a price increment of Rs 758 (Ex-sh).
    2025 Triumph Scrambler 400X
    Any other changes?
    Other colourways offered with Scrambler 400X are carried over. These include Matt Khaki Green / Fusion White, Pearl Metallic White / Phantom Black and Phantom Black / Silver Ice. Other than the new colour and revised price tag, there don’t seem to be any other changes with 2025 Scrambler 400X.
    It continues to be powered by a 398cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4V/cyl single-cylinder TR Series engine. This engine is capable of delivering 40 bhp of peak power and 37 Nm of peak torque, mated to a slipper clutch and a 6-speed gearbox. It rivals other Scrambler motorcycles like Royal Enfield’s Scram 440, Honda CB350 RS, Yezdi Scrambler and others.
    Also read – More off-road worthy Triumph Scrambler 400XC in the works More

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    Electric Car Sales April 2025 – MG, Mahindra Gained Grounds, Tata Declines

    MG Windsor EVMG Motor and Mahindra have registered significant gains in April 2025 EV sales, both in terms of overall volumes and YoY growth percentage
    As consumer confidence increases with better equipped products, EV sales are registering robust growth. Sales in April 2025 were at 12,330 units, as compared to 7,783 units in April 2024. YoY growth is an impressive 58%. This is better than the YoY growth in the previous two years. Demand for EVs can be seen across both entry-level and premium segments.
    Tata leads but loses market share
    Tata continues to lead the EV segment with sales of 4,461 units in April 2025. That’s a negative YoY growth of -14%. Tata sales in the corresponding period last year were at 5,172 units. Market share is at 36%, a significant drop from the 61% market share in the year-ago period. Tata EV sales could get a boost in the future with upcoming products such as Harrier EV, Sierra EV, Altroz EV and Avinya X. Current offerings include Nexon EV, Punch EV, Curvv EV, Tiago EV and Tigor EV.
    At number two in the list is MG Motor with sales of 3,488 units in April 2025. YoY growth is at 175%, as compared to 1,268 units sold in April last year. MG Motor EV market share is at 28%. The primary success story is the MG Windsor EV, which has already achieved a sales milestone of 20,000 units since launch in September 2024.
    The consumer-friendly BaaS ownership option is among the key drivers for Windsor EV sales. To boost sales further, MG has launched the MG Windsor Pro that comes with a larger battery pack. MG also offers the MG ZS EV and MG Comet EV, but majority sales are from Windsor EV.
    Electric Car Sales April 2025
    At number three in the EV segment is Mahindra, with sales of 3,002 units in April 2025. With new offerings, XEV 9e and BE 6, Mahindra has registered a huge jump from the 670 units (XUV400) sold in April last year. YoY growth is at 348%, with a market share of 24%. Key USPs of XEV 9e and BE 6 include their best-in-class range, advanced features and lifetime battery warranty for first owners. Bookings for these EVs have been significant, leading to a waiting period of up to 6 months.
    Hyundai, BYD EV sales
    Hyundai is fourth with sales of 686 units in April 2025. In percentage terms, YoY growth is the highest at 654%. Sales in the corresponding period last year was at 91 units. Hyundai EV portfolio in India comprises the Creta Electric and Ioniq 5. The sales boost has come primarily from Creta Electric. Hyundai now has a market share of 6% in India’s EV segment.
    At number 5th in the list is BYD, with sales of 350 units in April 2025. YoY growth is at 123%, as compared to 157 units sold in April last year. Market share is at 3%. Current offerings in India include Atto 3 and Sealion 7 SUVs, Seal sedan and eMax 7 MPV. Other carmakers such as Citroen (48 units) and Kia (31 units) have relatively fewer numbers in the EV space.
    Luxury EV sales – April 2025
    EV sales in the luxury segment were down from 257 units in April 2024 to 253 units in April 2025. That’s a negative YoY growth of -2%. BMW leads with sales of 128 units in April 2025. YoY growth is 117%, as compared to 59 units sold in April 2024. BMW’s market share in the luxury EV segment is at 51%.
    At the second spot is Mercedes, with sales of 81 EVs in April 2025. YoY growth is negative at -40%, as compared to 134 EVs sold in April last year. Market share is at 32%. At number three is Volvo, with sales of 35 EVs in April 2025. YoY growth is negative at -13%, as compared to 40 units sold in April last year. Market share is at 14%. EV sales of other luxury carmakers in April 2025 are – Porsche (4 units), Audi (3 units) and 1 each by Rolls-Royce and JLR. More

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    2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Spied Testing – Launch Around Festive Season

    2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SpiedIn addition to cosmetic touch-ups and new features, Ioniq 5 also gets a larger battery pack option with higher range
    Across multiple international markets, the Hyundai Ioniq 5 facelift is already on sale. Launch in India is expected later this year, probably around August-September period. Ahead of that, Ioniq 5 updated model has been spotted again on road tests. Let’s uncover the key updates expected with Hyundai Ioniq 5 facelift. Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Nitheesh for sharing the exclusive spy shots.
    Ioniq 5 facelift – Exterior updates
    Changes can be seen across the front and rear, along with new alloy wheels featuring enhanced aerodynamic design. The air intake at the front is wider and comes with a distinctive V-shaped garnish. Rear bumper has a more sculpted design and it appears that the parking sensors have been relocated. Aerodynamic performance is improved with an extended rear spoiler that is 50 mm longer than earlier.
    2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Spied
    Dimensions remain largely the same, excluding only the length that measures 20 mm more with the new model. Ioniq 5 facelift is 4,655 mm long, 1,890 mm wide, 1,605 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 3,000 mm. Apart from these updates, there are no other major visual changes to the Ioniq 5 facelift.
    Refreshed interiors, equipment upgrades
    Ioniq 5 facelift focuses on enhancing user comfort and convenience. The centre console gets some physical buttons, as compared to mostly touch-based controls available earlier. The physical buttons are more practical when it comes to accessing frequently used functions like parking assist, heated steering wheel and ventilated seats. Another key update is the repositioning of the wireless smartphone charging pad to the top of the centre console.
    2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Spied
    Ioniq 5 facelift gets the more advanced Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) infotainment system. It has navigation, enhanced graphics and support for OTA updates and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The steering wheel is a new 3-spoke unit, featuring responsive pixel lighting for improved visual feedback.
    2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Spied
    Users can expect smoother rides with the Ioniq 5 facelift as updates have been introduced across the body structure and suspension setup. For example, the stiffer cowl crossbar minimizes steering wheel vibrations. Similarly, enforcements around the rear wheels and underbody have been doubled to improve stability and agility. Body stiffness has been increased to minimize low-frequency noise. Rear motor gets more robust sound insulation to improve cabin quietness.
    Safety kit has been updated with 8 airbags and improved collision avoidance system. The EV is now better protected against side impacts with structural improvements across B-pillar sections, body shell and front and rear doors.
    2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Spied
    Larger battery gives more range
    Across international markets, Hyundai Ioniq 5 facelift gets a larger 84 kWh battery pack option. As per WLTP standards, the RWD variant has a range of 570 km. It remains to be seen if Hyundai introduces this larger battery pack option in India as well. As of now, the Ioniq 5 in India utilizes a 72.6 kWh battery pack. Power and torque output remains unchanged at 217 PS and 350 Nm for the RWD variant in India.
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    2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 Launched – Gets New Colour, Updated Graphics

    2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 Version SIndia Yamaha Motor has just updated its sporty and performance scooter, the Aerox 155. While it is currently the only one of its kind in India, it is a go-to scooter where buyers crave more performance from their scooters than what is conventionally available in the market. With the MY25 version, there have been some cosmetic revisions. Let’s take a closer look.
    2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 Launched
    Yamaha has just updated its flagship scooter in the Indian market to MY25 version. It is entirely carried over to 2025 model year, while getting subtle updates in the way it looks, especially with Version S trim and packing powertrains that comply with latest emission standards. Even the price for 2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 and Version S variant hav been carried over as it was.
    Speaking of, 2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 costs Rs 1,50,130 (Ex-sh) and Version S with more features than standard model costs Rs 1,53,430 (Ex-sh). Standard Aerox 155 continues to be offered in a Metallic Black colourway. The main change is in the colourways offered with 2025 Aerox 155 Version S variant.
    2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 Version S – Ice Fluo Vermillion
    Yamaha is offering MY25 version of Aerox 155 Version S in two colourways – Racing Blue and Ice Fluo Vermillion colourway. It has to be noted that Racing Blue is more or less the same as seen with MY24 version, albeit with a few new graphics. Ice Fluo Vermillion is all new and it replaces Grey Vermillion.
    The new Ice Fluo Vermillion colourway looks rather nice, we would say. It packs a White-ish colour on its front apron and side body panels with Black and Fluo Orange as contrasting colours. We can see this Fluo Orange shade in its wheels too. Aerox 155 Version S Racing Blue gets Blue painted wheels.
    Any other changes?
    Version S is the only variant to get a Smart Key that unlocks keyless go function that works effectively well, as we found during our time with it. The same 155cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4V single-cylinder engine with VVA (Variable Valve Actuation) as R15, powers this scooter, delivering 14.75 bhp and 13.9 Nm. This engine is now BS6 P2 OBD2B emission standard compliant too.
    2025 Yamaha Aerox 155 Version S – Racing Blue
    Riding on 14-inch alloy wheels at both ends, Aerox 155 has been the de facto sporty performance scooter in India and Hero MotoCorp has just crashed Yamaha’s party with Xoom 160. It has to be noted that Hero has launched Xoom 160 at Rs 1,48,500 (Ex-sh), but deliveries of this ADV-style maxi-scooter are yet to commence. More

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    2025 Benelli TRK 502 and TRK 502X Launched – More Features, Revised Pricing

    2025 Benelli TRK 502 and TRK 502X LaunchedIndia’s ADV motorcycle segment has been booming. Many motorcycling enthusiasts are exploring this genre today owing to its versatility. Within the ADV segment, there are multi-cylinder ADVs and Benelli TRK 502 range is a prominent name in the affordable side of this substrata.
    Benelli has updated its TRK lineup in India for MY25. These motorcycles now get more features and technology to better appeal Indian motorcycling enthusiasts. These updates have ensured that 2025 Benelli TRK 502 and TRK 502X get an upward price revision as well. Let’s take a closer look.
    2025 Benelli TRK 502X
    2025 Benelli TRK 502 and TRK 502X
    Starting with prices, 2025 Benelli TRK 502 costs Rs 6.2 lakh (Ex-sh), and 2025 Benelli TRK 502X costs Rs 6.7 lakh (Ex-sh). TRK 502 is a road-biased touring motorcycle and it is being offered in either a Black or a White colour option. While TRK 502X is offered in two standard colours – White and Green.
    Apart from these two standard colours, 2025 TRK 502X gets a third Yellow colour with LE variant that is priced at Rs 6.85 lakh (Ex-sh), around Rs 15,000 more than standard colours. So, this is an upward price revision of Rs 40,000 employed on 2025 TRK 502, when compared to its preceding model.
    New Instrument Cluster
    Mechanical updates with the 2025 model come in the form of a revised aluminium swingarm that might be lighter than its preceding model. Where features are concerned, 2025 Benelli TRK 502 and TRK 502X have been made more touring-friendly with the inclusion of TPMS, heated grips and heated seats.
    2025 TRK 502X
    Mechanical updates, features bumped
    The main update, however, comes in the form of a new 5-inch TFT instrument cluster that is capable of Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation as well. There’s improved switchgear to control this cluster. On top of these, 2025 TRK 502X gets tubeless wire-spoke spoke tyres as well.
    New Switchgear
    Components remain the same as before. USD front forks, rear mono-shock, twin disc brake setup at the front and single disc brake at the rear, dual channel ABS, LED lighting, split seats and more. TRK 502X is the only one to get 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel and tyre combination while TRK 502 gets 17-inch wheels are both ends.
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    Powering both the 2025 Benelli TRK 502 and TRK 502X is the same 500cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine that is capable of generating around 46 bhp of peak power and 46 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. These motorcycles primarily rival Honda NX500 that is lighter and priced lower than Benelli offerings.
    Tubeless Wire-spoke Wheels With 2025 TRK 502X More