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Nissan has secured the coveted iF Design Award for its seventh-generation flagship SUVs — the Nissan Patrol and Nissan Armada. Established in 1954 and organised by iF International Forum Design GmbH in Hannover, Germany, the award is regarded as one of the most respected global design recognitions. This year, a panel of 129 design experts from 21 countries evaluated over 10,000 entries from 68 nations. The Patrol and Armada were assessed across five key criteria: idea, form, function, differentiation and sustainability. The latest-generation SUVs continue a legacy spanning more than 75 years, carrying forward Nissan’s flagship SUV DNA. According to the brand, the design philosophy blends modern technology with Japanese craftsmanship, emphasising precision and refined detailing. ALSO READ: Nissan Gravite Launched in India at ₹5.65 Lakh Visually, both models stand out with signature “Double-C” lighting elements integrated into the headlamps and tail lamps, along with sculpted s...

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has marked a new milestone with the inauguration of its 200th NEXA Studio outlet, strengthening the brand’s premium retail footprint under the NEXA umbrella. The NEXA network operates in two formats—full-fledged NEXA outlets and the newer NEXA Studio outlets—depending on geography and market potential. Overall, the NEXA sales network now spans over 740 outlets across more than 530 cities, underlining its rapid expansion since its launch in July 2015. Within just one year of inception, NEXA had already established 100 outlets across 94 cities. Fast forward to FY2024-25, and the premium channel has become a significant contributor to Maruti Suzuki’s domestic performance. With over 5.4 lakh vehicles sold last fiscal, NEXA now accounts for nearly 30 percent of the company’s total domestic sales. The NEXA portfolio includes popular models such as the Baleno, Fronx, Grand Vitara, XL6, Ignis, Jimny, Invicto and the all-electric e VITARA, catering to buyers se...

Honda has emerged as the most fuel-efficient full-line automaker in the United States for model year 2024, as per the latest EPA Automotive Trends Report. The brand’s fleet average fuel economy now stands at 31.0 mpg, which is 3.8 mpg higher than the industry average among manufacturers offering both electrified and petrol-powered vehicles. It’s another strong statement from Honda, which has built a reputation around efficiency for nearly five decades. Back in 1976, when the EPA first ranked America’s most fuel-efficient vehicles, the Honda Civic claimed the top spot. Since then, Honda has consistently featured among the leaders in annual fuel economy reports, underlining its long-standing focus on smarter powertrains. ALSO READ: 2026 Honda Pilot Arrives With More Capability and Tech Interestingly, Honda says it has balanced efficiency gains with affordability. The average transaction price for a new Honda vehicle in 2025 is reported at US$35,060—roughly US$10,000 below the i...

Volkswagen has crossed a major electrification milestone, delivering its two millionth all-electric vehicle globally. The landmark unit is an Volkswagen ID.3, built at the Zwickau plant and handed over at the Transparent Factory in Dresden. This figure includes the brand’s current ID lineup as well as earlier EVs like the e-up! and e-Golf, marking steady progress since Volkswagen began its electric journey in 2013. Among the lineup, the Volkswagen ID.4 stands out as the best-seller with around 901,000 units delivered. It’s followed by the ID.3 at approximately 628,000 units and the ID.7 with about 132,000 deliveries. Volkswagen claims a strong foothold in the EV space, particularly in Germany and across Europe, where it has emerged as a key player in the transition to electric mobility. ALSO READ: Volkswagen Group Hits 5 Million Electric Drive Units Milestone Looking ahead, the brand isn’t slowing down. Volkswagen has confirmed plans to introduce four new EVs in 2026, targeti...

Škoda Auto has turned up the heat on its flagship sedan with a new 200 kW plug-in hybrid powertrain for the Škoda Superb Hatch. This makes it the most powerful ICE-based model in the brand’s current lineup, and it’s exclusively offered in the Sportline and Laurin & Klement trims. At the heart of this setup is a 1.5-litre TSI petrol engine pushing 130 kW, paired with an 85 kW electric motor and a 25.7 kWh battery pack. The result is a solid bump in performance over the outgoing 150 kW version, with total system output up by 50 kW and torque now peaking at 400 Nm. Performance figures are properly brisk too—0-100 km/h comes up in 7.1 seconds, while top speed is rated at 225 km/h. To keep things in check, Škoda has upgraded the braking hardware with larger ventilated rear discs and improved cooling for the front brakes. Interestingly, battery size and charging capabilities remain unchanged despite the performance hike. ALSO READ: Skoda Expands 4×4 Lineup Across ICE and EV Rang...

Between 2 and 6 car accidents out of every 100 are caused by poor maintenance or the lack of repairs. To explore how these issues affect EV cars, the experts at  Nicolet Law  looked at the fatal crash statistics across the US and collected the most common mechanical causes and their warning signs. 1. Faulty Tires Cause the Most Fatal Accidents Among ICE and EV Vehicles Tires on EVs require changing 20-30% more often than on a regular vehicle due to the heavy weight of battery packs and bigger strain, but drivers often keep waiting to buy new ones. With that, faulty tires cause around 300 fatal accidents involving EVs, and that number rises to 2.4K annually with ICE vehicles. ALSO READ: 5 Most Common Types of Distractions that Lead to Accidents “Spotting problematic tires can be a difficult task. Many believe that until they look bad or get pierced with a nail, it’s all ok. But issues with tires can affect the car in many ways,” shares the expert.  “If the steeri...