Japanese auto major Honda Motor Co has unveiled the prototype of the Honda 0 α (alpha), a next-generation electric SUV, at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. The prototype will be on display until 9 November 2025.

The Honda 0 α is being developed as an SUV designed to blend with both urban and natural environments. It is positioned as a ‘gateway model’ for the Honda 0 Series, following the 0 Saloon and 0 SUV concepts introduced earlier this year. The vehicle features a refined design and a cabin that prioritises occupant comfort.

The new prototype incorporates the Honda 0 Series development approach of ‘Thin, Light and Wise’. By applying a packaging design based on the ‘Thin’ approach, Honda achieved a low vehicle height without compromising ground clearance. The design features a thin cabin and a wide stance, characteristic of SUVs.

The exterior includes integrated screen areas at the front and rear. At the front, components such as the headlights, charging lid, and illuminated emblem are integrated into the screen.

The production model of the Honda 0 α is scheduled to go on sale globally, starting in Japan and India in 2027.

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German auto major Volkswagen is marking the 50th anniversary of its GTI performance line next year with the launch of the Golf GTI Edition 50, the most powerful production GTI model to date.

The anniversary model is priced from EUR 54,540 (in Germany) and offers performance and exclusive features over the standard GTI.

The Golf GTI Edition 50 is powered by an engine producing 239 kW, 325 PS of power and 420 Nm of torque. It has a top speed of 270 kmph and accelerates from zero to 100 kmph in 5.3 seconds.

The anniversary model sits 15 mm lower than a classic Golf and comes standard with DCC adaptive suspension control on 19-inch Queenstown alloy wheels.

For those seeking more sport-focused dynamics, the optional Edition 50 GTI Performance package EUR 4,200 is available. This package includes:

• Bridgestone Potenza Race semi-slicks on 19-inch Warmenau forged wheels.
• A lightweight R-Performance exhaust system with titanium rear silencers.
• A new Performance chassis is lowered by an additional five millimetres.
• An increased camber at the front axle.
• The package makes the vehicle approximately 30kg lighter.

The model's potential was confirmed in April 2025, when racing professional Benjamin Leuchter drove the fastest lap ever completed in a production Golf around the 20.832 km Nurburgring Nordschleife, achieving a time of 07:46:13 minutes with the Performance package.

The special edition features design highlights and a motorsport touch:

• Interior: Check-patterned sports seats with dark green details and red seat belts, and a multifunction leather sports steering wheel with a 50 Years GTI badge.
• Exterior: GTI 50 logo on the roof spoiler, black-painted roof and exterior mirror housings, black tailpipe trims, and a striking side stripe with a colour gradient from Black to Tornado Red.
• Standard Features: IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights, 19-inch Queenstown alloy wheels (with red glaze varnish), a black-painted roof and darkened side/rear windows.
• Exclusive Colour: Dark Moss Green Metallic is available as an option, alongside Pure White, Moonstone Grey, Grenadilla Black Metallic and Tornado Red.

The first vehicles are scheduled to be delivered in the first quarter of 2026.

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Renault India, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the French auto major Renault Group, has officially announced that its iconic Duster SUV is set to make a comeback on 26 January  2026.

First introduced in 2012 in India, the Duster SUV was one of the most popular offerings not only for Renault in the country, but also in the segment. It accounted for nearly one-fourth of the domestic passenger vehicle market.

The company has announced that the upcoming Duster SUV is going to be the first product to be launched under the brand’s International Game Plan 2027 in India, which also makes it a key pillar to its India-centric transformation strategy renault. rethink. 

Stephane Deblaise, CEO, Renault Group India, said “Renault Duster is more than just a name – it’s a true legend. A symbol of adventure, reliability and innovation, its comeback shows our commitment to the Indian market and our desire to offer vehicles that meet the needs of our customers. New Renault Duster will rely on its iconic heritage while adopting a modern design, advanced technology and enhanced performance.”

To date, the Duster SUV has sold more than 1.8 million units globally, and around 200,000 units in India alone.

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Nissan Motor India, in collaboration with its dealer partner Brite Nissan, celebrated the festive season by delivering 51 new Nissan Magnite SUVs in a single day at the Noida dealership. This achievement follows a similar event earlier this month where Nissan delivered 50 Magnite SUVs in Surat with partner Pramukh Nissan.

The celebratory handover took place in a festive environment at the Brite Nissan dealership.

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said: “The Diwali festive season is a time of celebration, joy & togetherness for families across India, celebrating new and auspicious beginnings. It brings us immense joy to have shared this special occasion with our customers in Noida through this celebratory milestone with our valued partner Brite Nissan. Such achievements reflect the strong trust that customers have in the Nissan brand and the New Nissan Magnite as well as the outstanding commitment of our dealer partners in delivering exceptional customer experiences. The Magnite continues to represent Nissan’s core values of innovation, quality, and reliability, offering outstanding value and peace of mind to Indian car buyers and we would like to thank all the customers in India who took one to their homes during the entire festive season.”

The new Nissan Magnite B-SUV comes with 6 airbags as standard across all variants. It has a 5-star safety rating from GNCAP for overall passenger safety, including a perfect score in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP).

Nissan has enhanced customer assurance with a segment-first 10-year Extended Warranty Plan. The company also recently introduced the Magnite KURO Special Edition, featuring a black exterior and interiors, and a new Metallic Grey colour option.

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Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has further revealed the technology and safety features of the upcoming all-new Hyundai Venue c-SUV. The vehicle will feature a dual 62.5cm – 12.3-inch + 12.3-inch curved panoramic display and Hyundai’s ccNC (Connected Car Navigation Cockpit) system, which is accelerated by Nvidia.

The new Venue also offers safety features with a strong body structure and Hyundai SmartSense ADAS Level 2, which includes 16 advanced driver assistance features. Overall, the vehicle is equipped with more than 65 safety features, with 33 standard across all variants.

The Venue will debut Hyundai’s ccNC system, which features an immersive 31.24 cm 12.3 ccNC Navigation system and a Bose premium sound 8-speaker system. The system includes wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, quick control and Over-the-Air (OTA) updates.

The infotainment system is complemented by a 31.24 cm 12.3 full digital display cluster, which displays information such as the tyre pressure monitoring system TPMS highline, drive mode select, ADAS status and turn-by-turn navigation.

In a move towards Software-Defined Vehicles SDVs, the Venue offers OTA access for 20 Controllers, eliminating the need for dealership visits for software updates.

The Venue's body structure is built with a 71 percent expansive application of hot stamping, ultra-high strength steel, advanced high-strength steel and high-strength steel, ensuring crash protection.

The Hyundai SmartSense ADAS Level 2 technology includes intelligent features such as: Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (Car, Pedestrian & Cycle), Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning and Parking Collision Avoidance Assist (Rear).

Standard safety features include 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), all 4-disc brakes and 3-point seatbelts with a reminder for all seats.

Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “At HMIL, we are committed to democratising advanced global technologies for our customers in India. The all-new Hyundai Venue equipped with Hyundai ccNC system accelerated by Nvidia, immersive digital experiences and Hyundai SmartSense ADAS Level 2, represent our bold step towards introducing Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) in India. With the all-new Hyundai Venue, we continue our endeavour to make premium and intelligent mobility experiences accessible to a wider set of customers, reflecting Hyundai’s strong belief in ‘Progress for Humanity’. We are confident that with an upgraded design, cutting-edge features and class-leading safety, the all-new Hyundai Venue will redefine customer convenience and set new benchmarks in the compact SUV segment.”

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