Produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the car is available in BS-VI diesel and petrol variants at all its dealerships across India.

Rudratej Singh, President and Chief Executive Officer, BMW Group India, said, “The BMW X1 has established and owned the dominant position in the premium compact sports activity vehicle (SAV) segment. This is also the trend worldwide - it reflects the global need the X1 serves. The X1 fits in perfectly with the attitude and lifestyle of modern ambitious future leaders who are redefining success - personally and professionally.”

The new vehicle adapts perfectly not only to a dynamic lifestyle but also to personal taste. It is available in three variants – the new SportX, xLine and M Sport. Each variant has distinguished exterior and interior design features that lend an individual personality to the car. SportX reflects the perfect combination of sporty and ‘X’ elements. xLine puts on a powerful character enhancing the car’s off-road looks. M Sport bestows a masculine character distinguishing itself as an elite sports model.

The new BMW X1 is available in 2 BS-VI petrol and 2 BS-VI diesel variants which are locally produced. The ex-showroom prices are: X1 sDrive20i SportX (petrol): INR 35,90,000; X1 sDrive20i xLine (petrol): INR 38,70,000; X1 sDrive20d xLine (diesel): INR 39,90,000; and X1 sDrive20d M Sport (diesel): INR 42,90,000.

The new X1 is truly an all-rounder. It is not just a vehicle offer but a comprehensive package that addresses every need from accessibility and cost of ownership perspective. A novel introduction in the segment is a 5 years / 60,000 km service and warranty package for the new vehicle. The comprehensive solution includes the protective cover of BMW Service Inclusive and BMW Repair Inclusive. Together, they take care of Condition Based Service (CBS), maintenance work and warranty, allowing customers to focus on the one thing that matters – sheer driving pleasure.

Design

Enhanced X-ness: Sharper design with a new larger kidney grille and LED lights, add greater road presence and premium appeal.

Impressive Interior: Generous space with panorama glass-roof now as standard, new 8.8 inch central display with touch screen functionality and wireless Apple CarPlay. All-new comfort suspension gives best-in-class dynamics and noticeably enhanced ride quality.

BMW Blue Performance: It is one of the cleanest diesel technologies in the world with 99 percent less particulate matter (PM) and 70 percent less nitrogen oxide emissions (NOx) than the defined BS-VI limits.

The car comes in 3 new exterior colours: Storm Bay, Misano Blue and Sunset Orange. The sharper design of the new vehicle strengthens its authentic and powerful SAV character. With commanding proportions, high seating position and good road visibility, it has greater road presence than ever before. The exterior embodies a muscular and dominant character with precisely drawn lines and strikingly contoured surfaces. The front has an imposing appearance with larger BMW grille and air intakes as well as striking new LED headlights with LED fog lamps. The athletic side view is complemented by a dynamic wedge shape formed by the roofline, eye-catching character lines and window surfaces that taper towards the rear. The rear design underscores the car’s width and sporty stance with wrap-around LED rear lights, inlays in body colour and bigger twin exhaust tailpipes.

The new vehicle has generous proportions, comfort and a feeling of spaciousness on the inside, thanks to an intelligent vehicle structure and smartly conceived interior configuration. Thanks to unrivalled BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, the BS-VI petrol and diesel engines meld best-in-class power with improved efficiency and offer spontaneous responsiveness even at low engine speeds. (MT)

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) has launched its third generation Amaze compact sedan in India. Available with an introductory price of INR 799,900 to INR 1,089,900 ex-showroom, Delhi, the new car is stylish and more premium in its approach when compared to that of the car that it replaces. 
Developed by Honda R&D Asia Pacific Center in Thailand under the grand concept of 'Elite Booster Sedan’, which reflects the automaker’ vision to empower users to express their success and sophistication, the new Amaze is also an outcome of its manufacturer’s quest for zero traffic collision fatalities by 2050. 
Equipped with – what is claimed to be a segment first -- Honda ‘Sensing’ Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), the Amaze is available in three trim levels – V, VX and ZX. With a choice of six colours, the car measures 3,995 mm in length, 1,733 mm in width and 1,500 mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2470 mm. 
Powered by an E20 complaint 1.2-litre four cylinder ‘i-VTEC’ petrol engine, the compact sedan could be had with a CVT (with Paddle Shift) or a five-speed manual unit. 
Packed with over 28 active and passive safety features, sone of which form a part of the ADAS suite, the Honda Amaze also offers ‘LaneWatch Camera’ and six airbags (as standard). 
With an efficient ‘Connected’ car experience via Honda Connect on the cards (it is backed by a five-year subscription), the compact sedan is supported by 3 years of unlimited kilometres warranty as standard benefit to the customers. Customers can also opt for an extended warranty up to seven years for unlimited kilometres. 
“We are thrilled to present the all-new Amaze – a sedan that is set to outclass in all parameters of Styling, Safety, Connectivity, Drive and Comfort. The Amaze has always held a special place in the hearts of Indian customers, and this new generation model reflects our commitment to meeting their evolving needs. We are confident that this new Amaze will set new standards and continue to strengthen Honda’s legacy in India. For the first time in this segment, we are delighted to bring Honda SENSING, our advanced suite of safety and driver assistive technologies, to the Amaze. With this application, we now have ADAS technology introduced in all models of our India line up and Honda Amaze is the most affordable ADAS enabled car in India,” said Takuya Tsumura, President & CEO, Honda Cars India Ltd. 

Cars24, one of India’s leading autotech platforms, has announced its ambitious plans to invest INR 5 billion towards advancing its technology and product ecosystem in the coming years. Furthermore, it also aims to onboard over 100 techies in the next four months.

The company aims to strengthen its R&D, data science, genAI, Machine Learning (ML), react native, devops, engineering, and product innovation teams. It will create new roles across research and development (R&D), data science, engineering, and product innovation. The teams are expected to develop advanced features such as real-time car valuations, maintenance tracking, insurance renewals, hiring drivers, and car servicing, which can be seamlessly accessed through the company’s super app.

Gajendra Jangid, Co-Founder, Cars24, said, "At Cars24, technology drives everything we do. It’s in the code we write, the products we build, and the experiences we create for our customers. This investment is about pushing boundaries, solving real problems, and shaping the future of mobility through innovation and bold thinking."

The Indian subsidiary of Jeep, a Stellantis brand, has announced that it is supporting the Tennis Premier League (TPL) – a premier professional tennis competition that takes place in the country. 
The association of Jeep India with TPL concerns the sixth season of the sporting event that takes place at the Cricket Club of India in Mumbai from 3 December to 8 December 2024. 
The association between Jeep India and TPL is said to be a fresh category partnership. Aimed at reflecting the Jeep brand’s prowess to excel in tough conditions as well as to align with existing values of the players and the league, the partnership is expected to contribute towards the growth and development of tennis in India as well. 
What is surprising though is that the partnership announcement comes at a time when the Stellantis Global CEO Carlos Tavares has abruptly stepped down. He came under rising criticism for taking the ‘lean’ strategy a bit too far post the lack lustre H1 CY25 results of the group that was formed in 2021 with the coming together of FCA and PSA Group.  
"At Jeep, we’ve always believed in going beyond limits and enabling people to achieve the extraordinary. Partnering with the Tennis Premier League allows us to support a platform that aligns with our values. We are proud to be part of this journey and look forward to a long-term partnership that will help propel Indian tennis to greater heights,” said Kumar Priyesh, Brand Director, Jeep India.  
Kunal Thakkur, Co-Founder of Tennis Premier League, averred, "We are thrilled to welcome Jeep into the TPL family as our Official Drive Partner for the upcoming season. Their reputation for resilience and performance mirrors the values we champion at TPL. This partnership strengthens our commitment to together nurturing a world-class platform for tennis in India.”
 

MG Select, the premium luxury brand from JSW MG Motor India, has confirmed its first product for the Indian market. The company is all set to unveil the MG Cyberster, which it claims is the world’s fastest MG roadster, in January 2025.

The MG B Roadster of the 1960s inspires the two-door MG Cyberster. The company shared that the name ‘Cyberster’ combines the inspiration from the company’s classic roadster and the high-on-tech features.

Gaurav Gupta, Chief Growth Officer, JSW MG Motor India, said, “Growing up and even today, many of us dream of owning a sleek sports car—the kind that makes your heart race, your hair fly in the wind, and lets you relive the romance and thrill we have all seen in iconic movies and on racetracks. The MG Cyberster brings that dream to life, blending the timeless allure of classic roadsters with modern technology and inspired innovation. It encapsulates the thrill and charm of a bygone era while appealing to the discerning tastes of new-age luxury customers in India.”

It was just recently that the company had announced the introduction of the MG Select brand, which will see exclusive experience centres in 12 cities.