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      New Lexus ES Debuts – Pure EV, Hybrid Powertrains, 685 km Range

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      New Lexus ES DebutsLexus, the luxury counterpart of Toyota, has just unveiled its new ES executive sedan at the ongoing 2025 Shanghai Motor Show. There is a major departure in its design language as it looks much sharper. For the first time, Lexus is offering ES in both Hybrid and pure electric powertrain options. Let’s take a closer look.
      New Lexus ES Debuts
      First thing anyone would notice on the new Lexus ES is its missing “spindle grill” which used to be a signature design element from Lexus. We can see that Toyota’s BZ3 sedan has had some influence on new ES’ design. Some might draw relevance to LF-ZC concept too. For the first time, Lexus is being offered in Hybrid and EV formats and both feature slightly unique fascia.
      2025 Lexus ES Electric
      Lexus ES electric gets a closed-off grill, while the Hybrid model gets a small air intake. LED headlights are found lower in the bumper while the LED DRLs are on top, reminding us of Nike’s logo. Charging port is in the front left quarter panel and wheel sizes go till 21-inches. Door handles are motorised and there are striking cuts and creases that look rather nice.
      2025 Lexus ES Hybrid
      Rear gets connected LED tail lights for the first time with LEXUS lettering. The cuts on rear bumper also flow into the boot, which is a nice touch. New Lexus ES has grown larger in dimensions, measuring 5,140 mm in length, 1,920 mm in length, 1,555 – 1,560 mm in height (Hybrid and Electric) and has a 2,950 mm long wheelbase.
      2025 Lexus ES
      Specs & Features
      This is a 165 mm increase in length, 55 mm in width, up to 115 mm in height and 80 mm in wheelbase. This increase in dimensions reflects its effect on the inside which promises more space with a 1st Class experience for both front and rear occupants. Especially for the rear seat occupants where owners are likely to spend all their time.
      2025 Lexus ES Interiors
      New Lexus ES gets an all-new interior with dual tone theme Brown and Black theme. Dashboard is all new and is dominated by a 14-inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment screen. There’s a 12.3-inch instrument cluster too. Mark Levinson music system, panoramic glass roof with electrochromic function, rear seats with ottoman, and improved noise reduction are some of the notable elements of new ES.
      2025 Lexus ES Interiors
      Hybrid model is offered in two versions – 300h and 350h. New Lexus ES 300h gets a 2.0L (197 bhp) and a 2.5L (201 bhp) naturally aspirated Petrol Hybrid powertrain options. 350h, on the other hand, gets only the larger 2.5L Hybrid engine option, but with a 247 bhp tune. Both versions are mated to an eCVT and an optional AWD system.
      2025 Lexus Electric Powertrain
      Battery capacity for new Lexus ES Electric is not known yet. It will be offered in 350e and 550e versions. 350e packs 224 bhp FWD config offering up to 685 km range and 0-100 km/h sprint in 8.9s, while 550e packs 343 bhp AWD config with up to 610 km range and 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.9s. Both versions may get the same 77 kWh battery from Lexus RZ.
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      Oben Protect 8/80 Battery Protection Plan Launch Price Rs 10k

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      Oben Protect 8/80 Battery Protection PlanOne of India’s leading electric motorcycle manufacturers, Oben Electric, has just launched a new battery protection plan. Called Protect 8/80, it is touted to be the most affordable battery protection plan offered in India. This is aimed at raising the bar in consumer trust and product assurance within India’s electric motorcycle segment.
      Oben Protect 8/80
      At a price tag of Rs 9,999, Oben Protect 8/80 battery protection plan emerges as the most affordable plan of its kind in India. As part of its customer-first innovation, Oben Electric will start offering Protect 8/80 battery protection plan from 1st of May 2025. The company is making the Protect 8/80 plan accessible to both new and existing users.
      Oben Battery Protection Plan
      Under this battery protection plan, Oben Electric is offering an extended battery warranty till 8 years or 80,000 km, whichever is early. In the commuter electric motorcycle segment, Oben’s innovative Protect 8/80 plan is the first of its kind. This way, Oben aims to stand out from the competition and offer unique value propositions to buyers.
      Protect 8/80 for Oben Rorr EZ offers complete coverage for battery performance covering all battery-related concerns. These include repairs and replacements, ensuring customers have peace of mind for years to come. Oben is also promising that the performance (top speed and acceleration) will stay consistent across the warranty period.
      Oben Rorr EZ
      These assurances address some of the concerns EV users have regarding long-term viability and consistency in performance and operations. Plans like Protect 8/80 will also help when buyers want to sell their electric motorcycle for some reason. Both the 3.4 kWh and 4.4 kWh variants of Oben Rorr EZ and both existing and new customers are eligible to purchase Protect 8/80 battery protection plan.
      Oben Rorr EZ continues to be a popular electric commuter motorcycle with an IDC range of 175 km on a single charge. It can accelerate from 0-40 km/h in 3.3 seconds. Top speed is 95 km/h, which is nice. Prices for Oben Rorr EZ start from Rs 89,999 (Ex-sh). Protect 8/80 battery protection plan is available across all 36 of Oben authorised dealerships across the country.
      Oben Rorr EZ Electric Motorcycle
      Statement from Oben Electric
      Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO of Oben Electric, said, “With the Rorr EZ, we’ve redefined the commuter electric motorcycle experience. The introduction of this new battery protect plan reflects our unwavering confidence in our technology and our commitment to ensuring long-term customer satisfaction. It’s our way of ensuring riders, whether new or future owners, experience dependable performance and complete peace of mind every single day.” More

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      Tata Nexon EV 45 kWh Scores 5 Star Safety Rating – Bharat NCAP

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      Tata Nexon EV crash test – Bharat NCAP 2024Nexon EV is one of the landmark vehicles sold in India and is attributed to making EVs an attractive proposition rather than a drab solution. Nexon EV is also held in high regard where vehicular safety is concerned as it scored 5 Star ratings in Bharat NCAP testing. Now, the 5 Star crash safety rating is also extended to its 45 kWh battery variants. Let’s take a closer look.
      Tata Nexon EV 45kWh Scored 5 Star
      At the time when Indian automotive market was not all that familiar with the importance of crashworthiness, Tata Nexon broke the waters and emerged as the country’s first vehicle to score a 5 Star crash rating. Continuing the streak, the latest Nexon still has an impeccable 5 Star crash rating.
      Tata Nexon EV crash test – Bharat NCAP 2024
      Its electric counterpart, Nexon EV, has maintained its 5 Star crash safety rating too. However, these were reserved for the 30 kWh and 40.5 kWh battery pack versions. After the launch of Curvv EV, Tata Motors expanded Nexon EV portfolio to include 45 kWh version, which is now crash-tested by Bharat NCAP.
      Nexon EV 45 kWh version scored 29.86 / 32 points in adult occupant protection tests and 44.95 / 49 points in child occupant protection tests. Bharat NCAP tested Empowered+ LR variant which came equipped with 6 airbags, 3-point seatbelts and seatbelt reminders for all seats, ISOFIX child seat mounts, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), TPMS and 360-degree camera as standard.
      Nexon EV 45kWh Scored 5 Star
      Bharat NCAP assessment
      In the adult occupant protection tests, Tata Nexon EV 45 kWh variant scored 14.26 / 16 points in the frontal offset deformable barrier test. In side deformable barrier test, it scored 15.6 / 16 points. Where child occupant protection is concerned, this vehicle garnered 23.95 / 24 points in dynamic score, 12 / 12 points in child restraint systems installation score and 9 / 13 points in vehicle assessment score.
      In the Indian automotive market, Tata Nexon EV directly rivals Mahindra XUV400, which is set to get a major update. Nexon EV continues to be powered by a 30 kWh battery pack and 45 kWh battery pack options. The 40.5 kWh battery pack variants have been discontinued after 45 kWh battery pack was launched.

      Nexon EV Analysis In May 2024 – 30kWh and 40kWh

      With Bharat NCAP assessing the crash safety performance of 45 kWh version of Nexon EV, all of the variants are now 5 star crash rated. This aligns with Tata’s vision of offering sound and safe vehicles to the masses with good crash ratings. More

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      MG Cyber X Electric SUV Concept Debuts – 4.3m Long (Tata Sierra EV Rival?)

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      MG Cyber X SUVMG Motor has pulled the covers off the Cyber X SUV concept at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, previewing what could become the brand’s second product under its futuristic Cyber series after the Cyberster EV roadster. Designed with a youthful audience in mind, the Cyber X stands out with its bold, boxy proportions, pop-up headlights, and a distinct matte-black paint job – a strong nod to retro-futurism in electric mobility.
      Built for the Bold
      Measuring around 4.3 meters in length, the Cyber X positions itself as a compact electric SUV, similar in size to the Land Rover Defender 90. But unlike traditional off-roaders, the Cyber X is envisioned more as a “city adventure toy”, prioritizing urban appeal and digital-first experiences over hardcore off-roading.
      MG Cyber X SUV
      Built on a fully electric platform developed by MG’s parent company SAIC Motor, the Cyber X showcases a cell-to-body battery layout for improved efficiency and space. While MG has not disclosed powertrain or range specs yet, this concept marks a fresh direction in their design and electrification journey.
      Jozef Kaban, SAIC’s global design chief, said the Cyber X is a statement of design diversity within the MG brand, intentionally contrasting the sleek Cyberster roadster. He added that the Cyber X is about “giving families an emotional car” and appealing to drivers who don’t want to compromise style for practicality.
      MG Cyber X SUV
      Compact But Capable
      Design highlights include a high-mounted LED light bar, a wide, expressive grille, and a floating roof effect created by smoked A- and B-pillars. The pop-up headlamps, reminiscent of classic Ferraris and ’90s icons, are a deliberate throwback to restore character in modern car design. Other elements like dual-tone alloy wheels and privacy glass enhance its urban explorer persona.
      MG Cyber X SUV
      Inside details remain under wraps, but MG confirmed collaboration with smartphone brand Oppo for cockpit and connectivity tech. The Cyber X is expected to feature a high level of digital integration, aligning with the tech-savvy ethos of the Cyber series.
      Production Plans Yet to be Confirmed
      Though still in concept stage, MG hinted that the Cyber X could transition to production quickly due to China’s fast development cycles. It would join MG’s growing global EV portfolio, which is set to include eight new models by 2026, including sedans and SUVs.
      MG Cyber X SUV
      If launched in India, the MG Cyber X could go head-to-head with the upcoming Tata Sierra EV. Both models fall in the 4.3 to 4.4 meter size range and carry a retro-futuristic design approach, making them natural rivals in the lifestyle electric SUV segment. With MG already having a strong presence in India’s EV market, the Cyber X could become a compelling offering for those seeking an EV that blends bold design, modern tech, and family practicality. More

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      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied Ahead Of Launch – New Changes Walkaround

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      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 SpiedHunter 350 is currently the third best selling Royal Enfield motorcycle with a market share of around 20%
      Catering to riders who prefer a compact and agile machine, Royal Enfield launched the Hunter 350 in 2022. With its athletic build and sporty profile, Hunter 350 has emerged as one of the preferred options in the 350cc motorcycle segment. The fact that Hunter 350 is the most accessible Royal Enfield bike has also helped boost sales. To sustain the momentum, Royal Enfield will introduce the updated Hunter 350 on 26th April at the HunterHood festival.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied
      This update brings several rider-focused improvements, both in terms of hardware and features, aimed at enhancing the bike’s appeal and addressing customer feedback. Ahead of launch, Motorcent channel has shared detailed walkaround video of the new 2025 Hunter.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied
      One of the most significant updates can be seen in the rear suspension setup. The current Hunter 350 has been known for its relatively stiff ride, a result of its linear spring suspension. The new spy images reveal that Royal Enfield is switching to a progressive spring design at the rear. While this doesn’t automatically confirm a more plush ride, it shows that Royal Enfield is actively responding to customer concerns to improve comfort.
      Another important update is the addition of an LED headlight — a feature now being standardized across Royal Enfield’s lineup. With this update, all RE bikes will feature LED headlights except for the Bullet 350.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied
      New colours, graphics
      Another area that Royal Enfield has consistently focused on is to introduce new colour options for its motorcycles. For most Royal Enfield bikes, the number of colour options are usually higher than that available with respective rival offerings. This approach ensures that users can happily choose their favourite colour and don’t have to make compromises.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied
      Colour options currently available with Hunter 350 include Factory Black, Dapper Green, Dapper White, Dapper Grey, Rebel Black, Rebel Blue and Rebel Red. Some updates to the graphics could also help achieve a fresh new look. Excluding the likely changes to the rear suspension, other hardware specifications will remain the same.
      Launched as the most affordable Royal Enfield in 2022, the Hunter 350 has maintained its pricing strategy since launch, currently priced between Rs 1.50 lakh and Rs 1.75 lakh (ex-showroom). However, with the latest feature and suspension upgrades, a price revision may be on the cards.
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      As Royal Enfield prepares for the official debut of the refreshed Hunter 350 later this week, all eyes will be on the brand to see if these changes elevate the ride quality and value proposition of one of its bestselling motorcycles. More

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      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Launch At HunterHood Festival – Delhi and Mumbai

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350Hunter 350 is currently the third best selling Royal Enfield motorcycle with a market share of around 20%
      Catering to riders who prefer a compact and agile machine, Royal Enfield launched the Hunter 350 in 2022. With its athletic build and sporty profile, Hunter 350 has emerged as one of the preferred options in the 350cc motorcycle segment. The fact that Hunter 350 is the most accessible Royal Enfield bike has also helped boost sales. To sustain the momentum, Royal Enfield will introduce the updated Hunter 350 on 26th April at the HunterHood festival. Let’s ascertain what all could be new with the updated Hunter 350.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 – What to expect?
      Based on user feedback, one area for improvement is the suspension setup. Many Hunter 350 users have shared their experience about the bike’s stiff suspension setup at the rear. In its current form, the bike is equipped with twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload. A stiffer suspension ensures agile characteristics and quick manoeuvres, which is perfect for city conditions. However, a stiff suspension can also impact overall ride comfort, especially when negotiating rough patches.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      Other 350cc Royal Enfield bikes such as Classic 350 use a similar rear suspension, but the tuning is different. On the Classic 350, the rear suspension is tuned to prioritize comfort. This is in line with the bike’s retro-cruiser persona. A softer suspension adequately meets the needs of long rides and complements the bike’s relaxed riding ergonomics.
      Effects of the stiff suspension used with Hunter 350 are amplified since the bike utilizes 17-inch wheels at both ends. In comparison, the Classic 350 comes with 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels. Hunter 350’s smaller wheels enhance agility. But combined with the stiffer suspension, overall riding comfort is impacted across rough surfaces.
      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      Royal Enfield is known to listen keenly to consumer feedback. As the stiff suspension of Hunter 350 has been highlighted by several users, the updated version could get a new rear suspension. Evidence to support this possibility also comes from an earlier test mule sighting, which was seen with a new rear suspension.
      New colours, graphics
      Another area that Royal Enfield has consistently focused on is to introduce new colour options for its motorcycles. For most Royal Enfield bikes, the number of colour options are usually higher than that available with respective rival offerings. This approach ensures that users can happily choose their favourite colour and don’t have to make compromises.
      Colour options currently available with Hunter 350 include Factory Black, Dapper Green, Dapper White, Dapper Grey, Rebel Black, Rebel Blue and Rebel Red. Some updates to the graphics could also help achieve a fresh new look. Excluding the likely changes to the rear suspension, other hardware specifications will remain the same.
      With the updates, Royal Enfield Hunter 350 could be offered at a slightly higher pricing. The base variant, Factory Black, is available at a starting price of 1.50 lakh. The Dapper variants are priced at Rs 1.70 lakh, whereas the Rebel variants have a price tag of Rs 1.75 lakh. More

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      2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500 Launch Price Rs 5.29 Lakh – What’s New?

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      2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500Kawasaki India has been updating its portfolio to meet the latest and more stringent BS6 P2 OBD2B emission standards. This came into effect with all vehicles sold in India from April 1st, 2025. The latest vehicle to get the MY25 update is Ninja 500, which now gets a new colour, making it slightly more striking than it was before. Let’s take a closer look.
      2025 Kawasaki Ninja 500
      After launching the updated 2025 Eliminator 500 in India, Kawasaki has just launched 2025 Ninja 500, which is a fully-faired version of that motorcycle (or vice versa). While the Eliminator 500 didn’t get any visual cues to distinguish it as a newer MY25 version, that is not the case with Ninja 500.
      2025 Ninja 500
      With MY25 Kawasaki Ninja 500, we get a new colour called Metallic Carbon Grey colourway. This replaces the sole Metallic Spark Black colourway offered with MY24 version. With the new colour, we can see Green highlights on fairing that lend it a distinct look, which was absent in MY24 version.
      Where pricing is concerned, 2025 Ninja 500 costs Rs 5.29 lakh (Ex-sh). This is an upward price revision of Rs 5,000 (Ex-sh) over MY24 version’s Rs 5.24 lakh (Ex-sh) price tag. In comparison, the price hike with 2025 Eliminator 500 over its MY24 counterpart was Rs 14,000 (Ex-sh) and looks relatively fathomable.
      2025 Ninja 500
      The main change on this motorcycle can be seen with its powertrain, which is now compliant with latest and more stringent BS6 P2 OBD2B emission standards. Speaking of engine, it still displaces 451cc and continues to be a parallel twin-cylinder liquid-cooled motor that is capable of generating 44.77 bhp of peak power and 42.6 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
      2025 Ninja 500
      Any other changes?
      With respect to components, there aren’t any changes either. It still gets RSU telescopic front forks at the front, while 125cc bikes have been offering USD forks. Rear suspension is taken care of by a mono-shock setup. A single disc brake setup can be seen on both wheels and there is dual-channel ABS as standard.
      2025 Ninja 500
      Features include split LED headlights with latest Ninja design language and a fully digital LCD instrument cluster that is capable of Bluetooth connectivity and smartphone integration. 785 mm seat height, 171 kg kerb weight and 14L fuel tank are other notable elements. In India, it primarily rivals Aprilia RS457. More

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      75 Ola Electric Showrooms Shut Down – Here’s Why

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      New Ola E-Scooter
      Ola Electric has been under the limelight for a very long time and not for good reasons. The company has been caught up in an ocean of customer complaints. But what seems to have troubled the brand more is legal actions faced due to malpractices by Ola dealerships. In Maharashtra, the crackdown on Ola dealerships has deepened.
      As per a recent report, Maharashtra Government has instructed RTO Department to shut down all the Ola Electric dealerships that have been operating without a valid trade certificate. As per this report, around 75 Ola Electric showrooms in India operating without trade certificates have been shut down and 192 scooters have been seized. Let’s take a closer look.
      83% Of Inspected Stores Lacked Trade Certificate
      The Bengaluru-based electric mobility solutions provider, Ola Electric, has found itself in the middle of turmoil with Maharashtra Government. The state’s joint transport commissioner has issued a show cause notice to Maharashtra RTOs in an email dated 16th April 2025, widening its crackdown on Ola Electric.
      As per a recent report, RTOs have inspected around 146 Ola Electric stores in Maharashtra. 121 of these inspected dealerships or experience centres failed to produce a trade certificate. Which is 82.87% of the inspected dealerships. 75 of these have been shut down so far and 192 electric scooters have been seized in the process.
      Ola Electric Scooter outside a service outlet
      Instructions were to shut down any Ola dealership operating under an RTO in Maharashtra state without a valid trade certificate. A showroom or a vehicle distributor needs to have a trade certificate from necessary authorities so that the vehicles sold through their dealership can be registered in the state.
      75 Ola Electric Showrooms Shut Down
      This could be the reason why there was a discrepancy in sales in February 2025 where Ola claimed around 25k units sold, while only 8,647 of them were registered. This was followed by a slew of inspections in the month of March 2025 by the RTO Department in key Maharashtra cities like Pune and Mumbai.
      Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik mentioned that many of Ola’s experience centres were found to be operating without a trade certificate. Some of them were even found sharing a trade certificate among themselves. Maharashtra Transport Department served a notice to Ola Electric and the company replied that it was in the process of applying for trade certificates across all the stores in Maharashtra.
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