The 2021 Mmc on S-Class Maestro edition offers three distinct new features: Alexa home integration with Mmc, Google home Mmc and Parking Solution POIs in the navigation system.

Martin Schwenk, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India said, “Mmc has been a distinct differentiator in the luxury car segment since its inception, and we are excited with the overwhelming response for our connected car technology. We believe, in an increasingly connected world, the car will become integral to a customer’s life, and we are glad to make steady progress towards that direction with our Mmc strategy. At Mercedes-Benz India, one of our key priorities is to introduce the latest enhancements in our connected car technology, along with the introduction of the latest products. Today, we are glad to strengthen our competitive edge in the connected car technology domain by launching three new exclusive features with the Mmc, which are deployed OTA free of cost to all Mmc customers in India. With this, we ensure that our customers and their Mercedes-Benz vehicles are always updated.”

Talking on the S-Class Maestro edition, the company executive said, “The S-Class is our flagship model, and it remains the benchmark in its segment. With the introduction of the new ‘Maestro Edition’, we further enrich the S-Class with additional luxury features and the latest connected car technology. We are confident the ‘Maestro edition’ will continue the S-Class’ unmatched popularity among its discerning patrons, reaffirming the flagship’s segment leadership position.”

The Mercedes Me app helps locate, lock and unlock, open window sunroof and set speed alerts. The integrated e-Call/ SOS button ensures emergency services 24x7 across India through its dedicated emergency call services.

With Alexa home and Google Home’s help, the owners can get real-time updates on their vehicles. The company has also introduced a new parking solution, which shows parking lots available across different parts of the cities. The Parking POIs (Points of interest) can be easily spotted in the vehicle’s navigation system or even in the Mercedes me App maps section.

The new edition of S-Class offers a 2-section glass module with switchable transparency. With this, the front and rear segments can be set to light or dark independently of each other through switch available on the overhead panel. The company also gives the nutbrown leather interior with the diamond white bright exterior paint option.

The Maestro Edition has a multi-beam LED, headlamps with an ultra range high beam, Burmester surrounds, sound system with 13 speakers, chauffeur package with memory-function, electrically- adjustable rear seats including memory function, rear-seat comfort package with reclining seats and massage function, wireless charging system in the front and rear, rear-seat entertainment system, sun protection package, smartphone integration package with Apple car play and Google android auto.

The OM 656 engine used in the S-Class Maestro Edition is the most powerful passenger car diesel engine offered by Mercedes-Benz India; the inline-six cylinder motor delivers an output of 210 kW (286 hp).

For safety, the Maestro edition comes with radar-based driving assistance system that reduces the risk of accidents and enhances the protection of occupants and other road users, and can take the strain off the driver within the respective system limits. It also has Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Steering Assist Active Braking Assist, and Blind Spot Assist. (MT)

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Nissan Motor India, a leading passenger vehicle manufacturer, has announced the Phase 2 rollout of its CNG retrofitment kit for the Nissan Magnite SUV 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol model.  

It was in May 2025, the automaker had first rolled out the CNG option for Magnite SUV at INR 74,999 at its authorised dealerships in 7 states – Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala and Karnataka.

Now, the company has expanded the availability of the CNG kit in Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Tamil Nadu. With this the company will cover 13 states in India with more to be added under Phase 3.

The CNG retrofitment kit is developed, manufactured and quality-assured by Motozen, a government-approved third-party vendor.  The customers can get their Magnite SUV fitted with CNG kit at the government-authorised fitment centres using a homologated kit compliant with local regulations and safety standards. Motozen is providing a 3-year/100,000 km warranty on the kit components.

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, “The New Nissan Magnite continues to be a key growth driver for us in India, and we’re committed to expanding its relevance in line with evolving customer needs. The Phase 2 rollout of our CNG retrofitment option reflects both the growing demand for cleaner mobility and our intent to offer credible, high-quality alternatives without compromising on the core strengths of the Magnite. With government-certified kits, authorised fitment, and extensive dealer network, this initiative enhances the Magnite’s value proposition while reinforcing our focus on accessible, sustainable solutions.”

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s popular offering the Innova HyCross has become a more attractive offering with the recent 5-star safety rating achievement for both adult and child occupant protection under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). Since its launch in November 2022, the Innova HyCross has quickly become a segment leader, with over 135,000 units sold in India.

The certificate was formally presented in New Delhi by the Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Nitin Gadkari to Vikram Gulati, Country Head & EVP, Corporate Affairs & Governance and Sudeep Dalvi, CCO, SVP & Head State Affairs, Toyota Kirloskar Motor.

The Innova HyCross is built on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, which is said to be engineered for robust crash safety and structural rigidity. It integrates the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) suite, an advanced driver assistance system that includes features like a Pre-Collision System, Lane Trace Assist and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.

Further enhancing its safety credentials, the Innova HyCross is equipped with six airbags across all grades, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and ISOFIX child seat mounts.

 Varinder Wadhwa, Vice-President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, safety is the fundamental pillar of our product development, manufacturing process, and also our customer-first approach. The Innova HyCross embodies this commitment, delivering a mobility experience where ownership experience is just as important as performance and comfort. The 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for the Innova HyCross is a recognition of this philosophy as it assures our customers that they are not only investing in advanced and sustainable mobility but also one of the safest vehicles. With a safety mindset, we will continue to raise the bar in making advanced safety accessible, thus strengthening trust in the Toyota brand as a pioneer in safe and reliable mobility.”

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Geely-owned British-luxury brand Lotus Technology, a leading provider of intelligent and luxury mobility, is set to acquire the remaining 49 percent stake in Lotus Advance Technologies (Lotus UK) from Etika Automotive. This follows a similar move by Geely International (Hong Kong), which exercised its put option earlier.

With this, Lotus Technology will acquire 100 percent of Lotus UK through non-cash transactions based on pre-agreed valuations. This strategic acquisition, expected to be completed by the end-2025 pending regulatory approvals, will allow Lotus Technology to fully integrate all businesses and operations under the Lotus brand and consolidate Lotus UK's financial results.

Lotus UK is responsible for the manufacturing of Lotus's sportscars and hypercars and also houses Lotus Engineering, a consultancy providing services to various original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers worldwide.

The put options granted to Geely HK and Etika were part of a previous business combination agreement. These options became exercisable after Lotus UK and its subsidiaries exceeded 5,000 vehicle sales in 2024. The acquisition will involve Lotus Technology issuing new shares, valued at USD 10 per share, in exchange for the Lotus UK shares.

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Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, has reported its wholesales for June 2025 and Q1 FY2026.

The company sold 118,906 passenger vehicles in the domestic market in June 2025, 8,812 units in sales to other OEMs and 37,842 units in exports. This translates to a decline of 13 percent, 12 percent and growth of 22 percent YoY, respectively.

For Q1 FY2026, the company’s domestic volumes contracted by 6 percent at 393,572 units in the domestic market, as compared to 419,114 units last year. Sales to other OEMs, grew by 19 percent at 28,807 units, as against 24,248 units sold a year ago. The company grew its exports by a robust 37 percent at 96,972 units, as against 70,560 units shipped last year. Overall, the company reported flat growth at 527,861 units across categories and segments. 

Interestingly, the company witnessed a decline across segments, including SUVs.

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