HYUNDAI TO LAUNCH 26 NEW MODELS IN INDIA BY FY'30Hyundai Motor India has announced that it will launch 26 new models in the country by FY30, comprising 20 internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and six electric vehicles (EVs). In addition to ICE and EV models, the South Korean automaker will also introduce hybrid vehicles to cater to the evolving needs of Indian consumers and support cleaner mobility solutions. In FY25, Hyundai sold 598,666 vehicles in India, with SUVs accounting for 68.5 per cent of total sales—410,200 units—highlighting the segment’s continued importance in the company’s growth strategy for the Indian market.MARUTI SUZUKI ADDS SIX AIRBAGS AS STANDARD ON ALL ARENA MODELS In a move to boost occupant safety, Maruti Suzuki has standardised six airbags across all its Arena models, including the Alto, WagonR, Swift, Dzire, Brezza, Celerio and the Eeco. The upgraded safety package features dual front, side and curtain airbags, along with other key safety technologies like electronic stability program (ESP), hill hold assist, ABS with EBD and 3-point seat belts for every passenger and seat belt reminders to ensure optimal safety. The updated models with enhanced safety features are now available at Maruti Suzuki Arena dealerships across India. With this initiative, the brand aims to make advanced safety features a standard offering, rather than a luxury, for Indian car buyers.ONLY BS6, CNG, OR EV COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IN DELHI FROM NOVEMBER 1In a decisive move to combat air pollution, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced the Air Pollution Mitigation Plan 2025, a strategy targeting vehicular emissions, dust and solid waste while advancing green mobility and infrastructure. A key highlight is the restriction on non-compliant commercial vehicles entering Delhi from November 1, 2025. Only BS-VI, CNG or electric commercial vehicles will be allowed to run. The city will also revise its EV policy, aiming to transition 80 per cent of government fleets to clean fuels. Sensitive ecological zones will be reserved exclusively for EVs, with gradual removal of non-electric vehicles. To enforce this, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras will be installed at borders and fuel stations to detect End-of-Life (EoL) vehicles.ALL TWO-WHEELERS TO GET ABS AS STANDARD FEATURE In a major push to improve road safety, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has announced that starting January 1, 2026, all new two-wheelers sold in India, regardless of engine size, must be equipped with Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS). Additionally, dealerships must provide two BIS-certified helmets with each vehicle, ensuring protection for both the rider and pillion. Currently, ABS is only mandatory for models above 125 cc. The new rule extends this crucial safety feature to all segments, including budget scooters and motorcycles. ABS helps prevent wheel lock-up during sudden braking, reducing the chances of skidding and improving vehicle control, especially in emergency situations. This regulation may lead to a slight price hike in the 100-125 cc segment—the most popular in India—due to the added safety hardware like front disc brakes and ABS units.- EndsPublished By: Shyam BalasubramanianPublished On: Jun 28, 2025 19:04 IST
