Honda Cars India Achieves E20 Compliance For All Its Current Models

Honda Cars India Achieves E20 Compliance For All Its Current Models

Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL), India's premier luxury automobile manufacturer, has received E20 (20 percent ethanol blended) petrol compliance certification for all of its current models, including the Honda Elevate, Honda City e:HEV, Honda City and Honda Amaze. It also includes the E20 compliance certification gained for the 2nd Generation Honda Amaze in January 2025.

Since 2009, HCIL has adopted E20 fuel, and as of 1 January 2009, all Honda vehicles built in India are compatible with E20 materials. This shows the company's constant dedication to its consumers by giving them access to the most cutting-edge international goods and services first. Customers may utilise E20 petrol in their current Honda vehicles without worrying about the car's longevity or needing to replace any parts. In order to meet current pollution standards, the Indian government has required that all gasoline-powered mono- and bi-fuel cars with positive ignition engines, including hybrids, built on or after 1 April 2025, be certified using ethanol (E20) fuel.

Kunal Behl, Vice President – Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd, said, "At Honda Cars India, we are committed to driving sustainable mobility solutions, and all our cars have been E20 material compatible since Jan 2009 enabling our customers to seamlessly adopt the greener E20 fuel without any modifications. The latest compliance certification for all our current models ahead of the pan India E20 fuel introduction aligns with the Government of India’s goal to implement greener fuels. As India moves towards a cleaner and more sustainable future, HCIL will continue to remain at the forefront.”

Hyundai Motor India Wholesales Grow 9.1% In November

Hyundai Creta

Hyundai Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported wholesales of 66,840 units in November 2025, up 9.1 percent YoY as against 61,252 units last year.

This includes domestic sales of 50,340 units, up 4 percent YoY and exports of 16,500 units, up 27 percent YoY.

Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director & Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Supported by GST 2.0 reforms, we continue to carry forward sales momentum with a year-on-year growth in our monthly domestic sales in November 2025. Further, our commitment to bolstering India’s role as a global manufacturing hub is further solidified with 26.9% year-on-year growth in monthly exports.”

He further added that the all-new Hyundai Venue SUV, the company's first software-defined vehicle in India, has received more than 32,000 bookings within a month of its launch. The new Venue features ccNC infotainment powered by Nvidia.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Reports 28% Sales Growth In November

Toyota

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced its wholesales for November 2025, reporting total sales of 33,752 units, up 28 percent YoY.

This includes 30,085 units sold in the domestic market and 3,667 units exported.

Varinder Wadhwa, Vice-President, Sales–Service–Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Following a positive festive season supported by the government’s progressive GST reforms, we continue to witness a strong momentum, with a growth of 19 percent. The recent introduction of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Edition and Fortuner Leader Edition has also continued to help us reinforce this growth trajectory, receiving recognition across the country. The innovative initiatives such as the Drum Tao and the launch of the toyota experiential museum (tem) in Bangalore, have been highly appreciated, further strengthening customer engagement and brand connect.”

Kia India Teases Design Of All-New Seltos SUV Ahead Of December 10 Launch

Kia Seltos

Kia India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has released the first teaser of the all-new Kia Seltos SUV, offering a glimpse of its popular model ahead of its world premiere on 10th December.

The teaser shows the SUV’s sharper design language, reflecting an evolution of the Seltos silhouette. The model is redesigned to lead and strengthen Kia’s presence in the growing mid-SUV segment in India.

The all-new Kia Seltos is rooted in Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy. It combines SUV styling with a forward-looking, high-tech character. With new proportions, sharper lines and a muscular stance, the Kia Seltos is positioned to be a visually striking SUV designed for modern Indian lifestyles. Its design merges the rugged spirit of past SUVs with the sleek, aerodynamic sophistication of Kia’s innovations.

The Seltos SUV features proportions, striking cladding and precise surfacing. The new Kia Digital Tiger Face grille dominates the front, complemented by the signature Star Map lighting, echoed at the rear, creating a cohesive and futuristic identity. Details like flush door handles enhance practicality.

Gwanggu Lee, MD & CEO, Kia India, said, "The Seltos has always set benchmarks in the mid-SUV segment, and this new evolution takes it to the next level. The all-new Kia Seltos represents a bold evolution of India’s favourite mid-SUV. Every detail, from its striking design to advanced technology and enhanced performance – has been reimagined around the aspirations of our customers. This teaser gives just a glimpse of what’s to come, and we are thrilled to soon bring this sharper, bolder, and more refined Seltos to the Indian market, continuing to lead and redefine the mid-SUV segment."

Mahindra SUV Sales Grow 22% In November 2025

Mahindra XEV 9S

Mumbai-headquartered automotive major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced its wholesales for November 2025, selling 56,336 SUVs, which was 22 percent higher than the 46,222 units sold last year.

Furthermore, the company sold 24,843 commercial vehicles in the domestic market, clocking a 17 percent YoY growth.

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “In November, we achieved SUV sales of 56,336 units, a growth of 22 percent. The total vehicle sales stand at 92,670 units, a 19 percent year-on-year growth. We also celebrated the one-year anniversary of our Electric Origin SUVs and launched India’s first authentic Electric Origin 7-seater SUV – the XEV 9S - along with the world’s first Formula E-themed special edition SUV, the Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition.”