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      Tesla Begins Hiring in India – Job Listings Go Live on Official Website

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      Tesla Model 3 Pre-Facelift : Image For Reference OnlyAfter a prolonged on-off see-saw play, Elon Musk led Tesla Inc. seems to have set a firmer foot in India. The EV giant just commenced hiring for various job roles in India and seems to be a hint at the start of India operations. An official announcement from Tesla regarding India operations is not public yet.
      Tesla Begins Hiring in India
      American EV giant, Tesla Inc. has initiated the hiring process in India for as many as 13 roles. These developments came to light when Tesla posted openings for 13 positions on their LinkedIn page. These job roles posted by Tesla hint at a possible entry into India, which has emerged as a major automotive market in recent times.
      Tesla Model 3 refreshed
      There is less clarity as to what led Tesla towards this step, considering the company’s on-off interests towards Indian market. However, these developments fall in close proximity with the recent meeting of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Tesla CEO Elon Musk during his USA visit.
      Tesla had expressed reservations on multiple occasions owing to rather high import duties set forth by Indian Government. Elon Musk himself has expressed his opinions on India’s high import duties, which doesn’t make it viable for a profitable business. Suggesting a reduction in import duties before making a significant commitment to Indian market.
      Tesla Model 3 Refresh
      However, Indian Government has revised its policies, reducing the import duties of cars priced above USD 40,000 (Rs 34.77 lakh) from 110% to 70%. This revision applies to EV makers that have pledged a local manufacturing presence with an investment of USD 500 million (Rs 4,150 Cr). Thus encouraging Tesla to set up a manufacturing presence in India.
      What are the job openings?
      These job openings that Tesla has put out for India include positions like Inside Sales Advisor, Customer Support Supervisor, Customer Support Specialist, Service Advisor, Order Operations Specialist, Service Manager, Tesla Advisor, Parts Advisor, Business Operations Analyst, Store manager and Service technician.
      Tesla India Job Openings
      The location for these positions can be seen as Mumbai in Maharashtra. More details about Tesla’s India operations are expected to be revealed soon. Tesla Model S and Model X are likely to be the imports, while Model 3 and Model Y are good candidates for local production. More

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      Aprilia Tuono 457 Launch Price Rs 3.95 L – 47 HP, 175 Kg

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      Aprilia Tuono 457 Launch
      Aprilia launched the Tuono 457 in India by expanding its affordable multi-cylinder motorcycle lineup. This is a naked motorcycle based on the widely popular Aprilia RS 457 Supersport. Aprilia Tuono 457 has been priced at Rs 3.95 lakh (Ex-sh) and Aprilia’s brand ambassador and Bollywood actor, John Abraham, also graced the stage.
      Aprilia Tuono 457 Launch
      Building on its popular and widely accepted 457cc platform, Aprilia just launched the Tuono 457 in India. This motorcycle is offered in two exciting colours – Piranha Red and Puma Grey. Bookings for this motorcycle have started at a nominal fee of Rs 10,000. Deliveries and test rides will commence from first week of March 2025.
      Aprilia Tuono 457
      Where design is concerned, this is the first time a naked motorcycle is formulated on this 457cc platform. The next motorcycle based on this platform is Tuareg 457, which is an ADV Tourer motorcycle. It is spied testing and is likely to be showcased at EICMA Show 2025.
      Sticking with Tuono 457, it looks completely different when compared to Tuono 660 and Tuono V4 as it gets a Street Naked design language with a new headlight design. The headlight is in the middle, flanked by LED DRLs and is executed rather nicely. There is no semi-fairing with Tuono 457, but the rather large tank shrouds lend a muscular appeal.
      Aprilia Tuono 457 Unveiled
      Specs & Features
      Handlebar is now a wider street-bike style unit and blends in with the rest of Tuono 457’s design. It gets USD front forks, finished in Black, with preload adjustability along with rear monoshock unit. Single disc brakes can be seen at both ends with dual-channel ABS and wheels are 17-inchers wrapped with 110-section tyre at the front and 150-section at the rear.
      Powertrain is the same 457cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled DOHC 4V/cyl unit seen with RS 457. In Aprilia Tuono 457, this engine generates 46.9 bhp of peak power and 43.5 Nm of peak torque. This engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, a slipper clutch and an optional bi-directional quick shifter. It weighs 175 kg, setting new benchmarks in the segment in power to weight ratio.
      Aprilia Tuono 457
      Traction Control, Ride Modes, TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity and navigation are notable attributes. It primarily rivals Yamaha MT-03, which just got a price reduction along with other motorcycles like KTM 390 Duke which also got a price reduction and others.
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      2025 Toyota Innova Electric Debuts – 59.3 kWh Battery, 134 kW/ 700 Nm

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      2025 Toyota Innova Electric DebutsAs part of its goal to achieve carbon neutrality, Toyota is developing multiple new models, including the Innova BEV
      At the IIMS 2025 (Indonesia International Motor Show), Toyota has showcased the Kijang Innova BEV Concept. There are some updates in comparison to the concept model showcased in Indonesia in March 2022. Let’s take a closer look at the details of Toyota’s fully-electric 7-seater MPV.
      Innova BEV Concept – Styling and features
      Toyota Innova BEV Concept shares the same outline and panelling as the diesel Kijang Innova offered in Indonesia. However, some distinctive features are noticeable such as sportier headlamps and DRLs, top mounted LED strip, a closed-off grille and a revised bumper section.
      2025 Toyota Innova Electric Debuts
      Innova BEV has a dominating street presence with its body cladding and blacked-out pillars and roof. Side profile is further enhanced with the addition of multi-colour graphics. The MPV has sporty 16-inch alloy wheels, the same as currently available with the diesel Innova in Indonesia.
      The rims are wrapped in 215/65 tyres. Other key highlights include conventional door handles in chrome finish and dual-tone ORVMs with integrated turn signals. At the rear, Innova BEV gets quirky wraparound tail lamps with an interconnecting LED strip. ‘BEV’ badging can be seen at the rear and on the sides as well.
      2025 Toyota Kijang Innova BEV Concept
      Moving in, one can see a spacious cabin, designed for optimal comfort and practicality. It’s a blend of advanced features and equipment that is easy to use. For example, Innova BEV utilizes physical buttons in most places. While the MPV has a large touchscreen infotainment system, the instrument cluster has analogue dials with a MID.
      The steering wheel is leather wrapped and has mounted switches. Other key highlights include ambient lighting, wireless phone charger, dual-tone interior theme and captain seats in the middle row. For 2nd-row passengers, dedicated rear-seat entertainment screens have been provided. A number of utility spaces are also available for second-row passengers.
      2025 Toyota Kijang Innova BEV Concept
      Specs & Performance
      7-seater Toyota Innova BEV Concept is equipped with a 59.3 kWh Lithium-ion battery pack. While most modern EVs use a flat, floor bed-mounted battery pack, the one used with Innova BEV is quite distinct. There are multiple smaller modules mounted on the floorboard, along with a much larger unit installed at the front, in the engine bay.
      The charger and inverter are installed at the rear side of the vehicle. Innova BEV supports Type-2 AC and CCS-2 DC chargers. Details such as range, charging time, etc. are not available at this point in time. It is not certain when Innova BEV will reach the assembly line. Where it will be introduced first and its launch possibilities in India are not known.
      2025 Toyota Kijang Innova BEV Concept
      Toyota will continue to focus on ICE and hybrids and is also working on other greener fuel options such as biofuels and hydrogen. In India, the Innova is currently available in petrol and strong hybrid formats (Hycross) along with a Diesel (Crysta). It is the top-selling Toyota model, with close to 24% contribution to overall sales.

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      2025 Triumph Speed T4 Updated – Premium Design, New Colours

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      2025 Triumph Speed T4 UpdatedWith enhanced styling and an attractive price of Rs 1.99 lakh, Triumph Speed T4 has strengthened its value proposition against rivals
      As may be recalled, Triumph recently updated the pricing of Speed T4 from Rs 2.17 lakh to Rs 1.99 lakh. And now, a range of cosmetic updates have been introduced for the most affordable Triumph bike in India. Let’s take a closer look to understand how enthusiasts stand to benefit.
      2025 Triumph Speed T4 Updated – New Colours, Design
      Users can now choose from a total of four striking colour options. These are Lava Red Gloss / Pearl Metallic White, Caspian Blue / Pearl Metallic White, Phantom Black / Storm Grey and Phantom Black / Pearl Metallic White. With the new colour options, Triumph Speed T4 can target a larger segment of users.
      2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Lava Red Gloss / Pearl Metallic White
      For all four colourways, a combo of three shades have been used. These perfectly complement the bike’s classic look and feel and enhance its retro character. In addition to the new colours, Triumph Speed T4 also gets some visual enhancements. For example, the upswept exhaust is now available in a brushed steel finish. This is applicable for all the four colour options.
      Earlier, Speed T4 was available with a blacked-out exhaust. It had heat shields in metallic finish. But now, the entire exhaust has a brushed steel finish. It enhances the bike’s premium feel and appears more neutral in comparison to the all-black finish. Another premium design update is a 3D ‘Speed T4’ emblem on the side panel. It is placed on a surface that has the same brushed metal vibes as seen on the exhaust.
      2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Caspian Blue / Pearl Metallic White
      In the earlier colourways, the entire side panel had a blacked-out finish. ‘Speed T4’ badging was available in sticker format, which had limited visual impact. Side profile has been further enhanced with updated frame colour. Triumph Speed T4 is now available with a new tyre sticker design as well.
      Specs, performance
      Mechanical parts remain unchanged for Triumph Speed T4. Key highlights of Triumph Speed T4 include a torque-assist clutch, Bosch dual-channel ABS, all-LED lighting, distinctive LED DRLs and USB charging port. The instrument cluster includes an analogue speedometer with an integrated multi-function LCD display.
      2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Phantom Black / Pearl Metallic White
      Braking setup comprises 300 mm front and 230 mm rear disc brakes. Speed T4 has standard 43mm telescopic forks at front and a monoshock rear suspension. The perimeter tubular steel frame with a bolt-on rear subframe is the same as that of Speed 400.
      Powering the bike is a 398.15 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, single-cylinder engine that generates 31 PS and 36 Nm. This is the same engine as seen with Speed 400. But the 400 has higher numbers at 40 PS and 37.5 Nm. Speed T4 is especially designed for urban environments, offering benefits such as enhanced low-end torque, more responsive rides and smoother acceleration. However, the bike can also cruise effortlessly across highways. T4 is also preferred for its distinctive, deep exhaust note.
      2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Phantom Black / Storm Grey More

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      BYD Sealion 7 Launch Price Rs 48.9 L – 567 km Range, 82.56 kWh, 523 HP

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      BYD Sealion 7 LaunchExpanding their luxury car portfolio, BYD India has just launched the Sealion 7. This is an SUV based on the same e-Platform 3.0, seen with Seal electric sedan launched last year. BYD Sealion 7 is priced from Rs 48.9 lakh (Ex-sh), which is only a couple of lakhs higher than Seal EV with comparable battery size.
      BYD Sealion 7 Launch
      India’s newest electric luxury SUV, BYD Sealion 7 is launched in the country for a starting price of Rs 48.9 lakh (Ex-sh) for Premium RWD variant and Rs 54.9 lakh (Ex-sh) for Performance AWD variant. The prices are extremely competitive, considering the size, performance, powertrains and equipment Sealion 7 brings to the table.
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      We say this because the Seal electric sedan launched last year, is priced from Rs 45.55 lakh (Ex-sh) for the larger 82.56 kWh battery pack variants, the same one seen in Sealion 7. The top-spec Performance variant of Seal with dual-motor AWD layout costs Rs 53 lakh (Ex-sh), which is just 1.9 lakh less than Sealion 7.
      BYD Sealion 7 Launch Price
      Sealion 7 is offered with four colour choices – Atlantis Gray, Cosmos Black, Aurora White and Shark Gray. All variants get the same interior finished in an all-black look with high-quality materials including soft Nappa Leather for upholstery. Sealion 7 follows the same Ocean design language as Seal, which looks modern and striking.
      BYD Sealion 7 Side
      Indian luxury SUV buyers seem to have given great reception to BYD Sealion 7. The company mentions that bookings have crossed beyond the 1,000 units mark under their promotional booking offer. Buyers can reserve or buy a BYD Sealion 7 through 40 authorised dealerships across the country.
      Specs & Performance
      Populated by BYD’s tried & tested and utterly reliable Blade battery tech, Sealion 7 packs quite a punch for the price. While Seal offers a smaller battery pack option, Sealion 7 offers the larger 82.56 kWh pack as standard. Premium variant is single-motor RWD only and Performance variant is dual-motor AWD.
      BYD Sealion 7 Dashboard
      Range is 567 km with Premium and 542 km with Performance variant. In our testing, we extracted a real-world range figure equivalent to 460 km, which one can easily extend by driving more sensibly. Premium variant can sprint to 100 km/h in 6.7s, while Performance variant can do the same in 4.5s. Both have an electronically limited topspeed of 215 km/h with the motors capable of revving till 23,000 RPM. More

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      2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launch Price Rs 12.9 L – Bigger Engine, Lower Price Tag

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      2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 LaunchedKawasaki’s flagship ADV Tourer, the Versys 1000, is being replaced in India with the newer and better Versys 1100. This is a major departure in strategies in Kawasaki’s operations too. We say this because Kawasaki has reduced the price tag with Versys 1100, making it a more attractive proposition for Indian buyers. Let’s take a look.
      2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100
      Where pricing is concerned, 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 is launched at Rs 12.9 lakh (Ex-sh). This is a welcome strategy from Kawasaki, considering the Versys 1000 used to be priced at Rs 13.91 lakh (Ex-sh). The newer model costs more than Rs 1 lakh more affordable than its predecessor, while offering more.
      2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched
      There is only one colour option with 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 – Metallic Matte Graphene Steel Grey / Metallic Diablo Black. This colour is rather clean, with less Green in it, making it less in-your-face. This makes the overall appeal of this motorcycle a lot more mature and is likely to be appreciated by target demographic.
      The main change is in the engine department. Kawasaki is now offering a larger 1,099cc 4-cylinder engine, replacing the older 1,043cc engine. Kawasaki has achieved this with a longer stroke. This new engine is also more powerful as it delivers 133 bhp of peak power and 112.5 Nm of peak torque.
      New Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched
      Specs & Features
      When compared to the Versys 1000’s 118.27 bhp and 102 Nm, this should be a noticeable bump in performance. Notable componentry on this motorcycle includes an aluminium twin tube frame, 43mm USD forks and rear mono-shock unit that are fully adjustable, 17-inch wheels wrapped with 120-section front and 180-section rear tyres.
      With the bump in performance, braking power needs to be reinforced too. In that regard, 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 gets twin 310 mm front discs and a 260 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS as standard. Overall weight is 257 kg, while ground clearance is 150 mm and seat height is 820 mm, which is very accessible.
      New Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched
      Where features are concerned, 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 gets full LED lighting all around, a semi-digital instrument cluster, a Type-C USB port (new with 2025 model), a switchable traction control system, cruise control, cornering management, Kawasaki’s Ergo-Fit and more. It will take on bigger ADVs like Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250, Ducati Multistrada V4 and BMW M1000 XR, among others. More

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      Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – Splendor, Shine, Activa, Jupiter, Pulsar, Access, Classic 350

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      Hero SplendorThe Indian two-wheeler market saw total sales of 10,30,163 units in January 2025, registering a 1.73% year-on-year (YoY) growth over 10,12,666 units sold in January 2024. While some models recorded strong growth, others witnessed a decline in sales.
      Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – YoY Comparison
      Hero Splendor continued its dominance as the highest-selling two-wheeler, with 2,59,431 units sold, marking a 1.69% growth over January 2024 sales of 2,55,122 units. Honda Shine secured the second spot with 1,68,290 units, showing an impressive 15.86% YoY growth, up by 23,038 units from last year’s 1,45,252 units.
      Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – YoY Comparison
      Honda Activa, India’s best-selling scooter, reported a slight decline of 4.04%, selling 1,66,739 units compared to 1,73,760 units in January 2024. In contrast, TVS Jupiter recorded the highest YoY growth among the top 10, with 1,07,847 units sold, a 45.30% increase over the 74,225 units from the same period last year. Bajaj Pulsar experienced a decline, with 1,04,081 units sold, a 19.24% drop from the 1,28,883 units sold in January 2024. Similarly, Hero HF Deluxe sales fell by 21.00%, reaching 62,223 units, down from 78,767 units last year.
      Suzuki Access remained steady with 54,587 units sold, witnessing a minor decline of 1.44% from 55,386 units in January 2024. TVS XL, the only moped in the list, saw marginally lower sales at 41,872 units, down 0.39% from 42,036 units. TVS Apache recorded 10.53% YoY growth, selling 34,511 units, compared to 31,222 units last year. Royal Enfield Classic 350 rounded off the top 10 with 30,582 units, a 9.17% increase from 28,013 units sold in January 2024.
      Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – MoM Comparison
      Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – MoM Comparison
      Compared to December 2024, the two-wheeler segment saw a significant 38.09% MoM growth, with 10,30,163 units sold in January 2025, up from 7,46,006 units in December 2024. Hero Splendor saw a 34.81% MoM increase, selling 2,59,431 units in January, up from 1,92,438 units in December. Honda Shine experienced the highest MoM growth among the top 10, surging by 66.89% with 1,68,290 units sold, up from 1,00,841 units the previous month.
      Honda Activa also posted strong MoM growth of 37.82%, with 1,66,739 units sold in January, compared to 1,20,981 units in December. TVS Jupiter continued its upward trend with a 21.63% MoM growth, increasing from 88,668 units to 1,07,847 units. Bajaj Pulsar bounced back from a weaker December, recording a 58.73% MoM surge, selling 1,04,081 units in January, compared to 65,571 units in December. Similarly, Hero HF Deluxe witnessed a 49.17% MoM jump, reaching 62,223 units from 41,713 units in the previous month.
      Suzuki Access remained relatively stable with a 4.61% increase, while TVS XL saw a 26.53% MoM rise, growing from 33,092 units to 41,872 units. TVS Apache recorded an impressive 65.24% growth, selling 34,511 units, up from 20,885 units in December. Royal Enfield Classic 350 had the least MoM growth at 3.19%, selling 30,582 units compared to 29,637 units in December.
      The strong MoM growth across most models can be attributed to renewed customer demand in the new year, dealership restocking, and seasonal buying trends. With improving sales momentum, the two-wheeler market appears to be on a positive trajectory for 2025. More

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      Honda NWX 125 Patented In India – 125cc Engine, 54 km/l Mileage

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      Honda NWX 125 Patented In IndiaGearing up to capitalize on future opportunities, Honda has patented multiple new products in recent months
      India’s second-largest two-wheeler brand by volume, Honda is actively striving to claim the No. 1 spot. Based on multiple new patents filed recently, it appears that Honda is working proactively to expand its portfolio. After NX125, Honda Beat and NPF 125, Honda has now patented the NWX 125 in India. Let’s take a closer look.
      Honda NWX 125 – Muscular, exuberant design
      With its sporty, eye-catching profile, Honda NWX 125 suits the needs of the young generation. The scooter is available in select markets such as China. Some of the key highlights include a sharp front apron, striking V-shaped LED headlight design, sporty graphics, chiselled body panelling and distinctive 3-dimensional tail light with decorative turn signals.
      Honda NWX 125
      Overall look and feel is further enhanced with some exciting colour options of black, orange and blue. For those who prefer more neutral choices, Honda NWX 125 is also available in white and grey colour options. While having a spectacular profile, Honda NWX 125 is also designed to meet practical necessities. Users can access two open storage pockets at the front as well as underseat storage.
      Everyday items can also be loaded onto the flat floorboard. For smartphone charging, a 15-watt Type-C charging port is provided at the front. Honda NWX 125 has a single piece seat that seems adequately sized and cushioned for rider and pillion comfort. Tech package includes a high-definition negative LCD instrument display. Users can access a range of information such as speedometer, fuel remaining, time and odometer.
      Honda NWX 125 Patented In India
      The UI is crisp and the bright background ensures high visibility. Users who are looking for enhanced convenience can choose the Smart Key variant of Honda NWX 125. The Smart Key system is similar to that of the Honda Activa H-Smart variant offered in India. Users can start the vehicle and open the seat without any physical contact.
      Performance, Specs, Variants, Pricing
      Powering Honda NWX 125 is a 124cc, air-cooled engine that generates 9.5 PS and 10 Nm of torque. Similar to Honda scooters in India, the NWX 125 has performance-enhancing eSP tech and a fuel-saving idling stop system. Mileage is pretty good at around 54 km/l. Talking about ride dynamics, a low seat height of 760 mm ensures optimal control and handling.
      Honda NWX 125
      Honda NWX 125 weighs 104 kg and has a ground clearance of 133 mm. Gradeability is rated at 25°, which is higher than the usual range of 15° to 20° in the 125cc segment. In the Chinese market, three variants of Honda NWX 125 are on offer. The base variant has drum brakes at both ends, integrated with a combi-braking system (CBS). It is priced at 9,490 Yuan (approx. Rs 1.13 lakh).
      The single-channel ABS variant (front disc) is offered at 10,490 Yuan (Rs 1.25 lakh). The ABS Smart Key variant is priced at 11,490 Yuan (Rs 1.37 lakh). If Honda launches the NWX 125 in India, it will challenge rivals such as TVS Ntorq, Suzuki Burgman Street 125, Yamaha Fascino and Hero Xoom 125. The patent registration could also be just an IP protection exercise. More