Spinny, a full-stack used car platform, has released its Q2 2025 trend report, highlighting key shifts in buyer behaviour, digital adoption and regional growth patterns across India’s used car market.

Online transactions continued to dominate, with 80 percent of its customers purchasing their vehicles digitally, up from 77 percent in Q1. While home deliveries declined slightly to 20 percent, hub-based pickups rose to 80 percent, with 60 percent of those happening through Spinny Parks. These delivery hubs have emerged as a preferred choice for customers seeking a showroom-like experience.

Car finance adoption grew to 58 percent in Q2, compared to 57 percent in Q1. The trend was led by salaried buyers, who made up 70 percent of the customer base. Coimbatore recorded the highest finance penetration, with over 65 percent of buyers opting for loans. Additionally, the Assured+ Warranty saw an attach rate of 30 percent by June, indicating growing interest in post-sale assurance.

Buyer demographics also reflected an evolving market. First-time buyers comprised 70 percent of purchases in Q2, down from 74 percent in Q1, signalling a rise in repeat and upgrade customers. The average buyer age increased from 32 to 34 years. Women accounted for 26 percent of buyers – slightly lower than the previous quarter’s 28 percent, but part of a sustained upward trend over recent years. Chandigarh recorded the highest proportion of women buyers at over 30 percent.

In terms of vehicle preferences, hatchbacks remained dominant among sellers, with 55 percent of the supply, led by Maruti Suzuki India models such as the WagonR, Baleno and Swift. SUVs accounted for 21 percent of inventory, with Chennai leading in SUV supply at 26 percent. Sedans made up 18 percent of total supply, with the Honda City, Amaze and Swift Dzire among the most sold.

On the buyer side, petrol vehicles remained the most popular, making up 82 percent of sales, while automatic transmission cars rose slightly to 30 percent, led by Mumbai at 35 percent. Pune and Bengaluru saw rising interest in hybrids and EVs.

Maruti Suzuki India and Hyundai Motor India maintained their top brand positions, while Tata Motors moved into third place, overtaking Honda Cars India. Among models, the Hyundai Grand i10, Renault Kwid and Maruti WagonR led sales. Blue emerged as a more popular car colour, overtaking red, while white and grey continued to dominate.

Luxury car sales grew significantly, particularly in tier 2 cities such as Jaipur, Coimbatore and Kochi, which saw over 30 percent growth in the segment. The most preferred models included the Audi Q3, BMW X1 and Mercedes GLA.

Spinny also noted that cars under three years old became increasingly popular, with demand rising from 18 percent in April to 25 percent in June. This was supported by its Assured+ programme, which offers a 3-year warranty.

Among city-specific insights, Bengaluru emerged as the fastest-growing market, Kochi led in home deliveries and Jaipur recorded the youngest average buyers at 31 years.

Looking ahead to Q3 2025, Spinny expects festive season demand during Onam and Diwali to boost sales further. The company anticipates continued growth in finance-led purchases, greater EV and hybrid adoption and further expansion of services tailored for women buyers.

Niraj Singh, CEO & Founder, Spinny, said, "India’s car buyers today are more confident, better informed and increasingly digital. We see a diverse market coming together through trust and transparency. Spinny continues to enable this journey – city by city, car by car."

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Renault India, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the French Renault Group, has announced the official ARAI-certified fuel efficiency for the new Duster Turbo TCe 100. The upcoming midsize SUV achieves a certified fuel economy of 19.41 kmpl, aiming to offer a balance of everyday performance and low fuel consumption.

The TCe 100 powertrain has been developed exclusively for the Duster line and features specific tuning to optimise thermal efficiency and power delivery. The SUV is built on Renault's all-new RGMP platform. The engine and drivetrain are comprehensively engineered to align with this advanced architecture's structural dynamics.

The turbocharged petrol engine produces a peak power output of 100 PS and 160 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the wheels via a 6-speed manual transmission, calibrated to deliver responsive performance and a smooth driving experience across varied road conditions.

Dr V. Vikraman, Chief of Renault Engineering at Renault Group India, said, “The ARAI-certified fuel efficiency reflects Renault’s focus on practical engineering and customer value. The Turbo TCe 100 engine uses turbocharging and efficient combustion to deliver responsive performance with strong fuel economy. With the 6‑speed manual transmission, the powertrain provides a balanced and efficient driving experience.”

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Hyundai Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced the launch of the ‘Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026’. The initiative invites applications from high-potential startups to collaborate on developing next-generation mobility and automobile technologies.

The program is curated and supported in partnership with ZER01NE, Hyundai Motor Group’s global open innovation platform. The challenge is structured as a 6-month innovation initiative designed to bridge the gap between entrepreneurial concepts and commercial validation. Hyundai Motor India is seeking cutting-edge software and hardware solutions across several core technology pillars – electrification & alternative energy systems; new mobility models & connectivity frameworks; Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS); Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven automotive tools and next-generation integrated vehicle technologies.

While the application platform outlines 15 specific focus areas, the automaker encourages startups to submit any disruptive ideas that demonstrate strong potential for high-impact mobility solutions, even if they fall outside the listed criteria.

The program will run on a structured evaluation pipeline managed by LINK Innovation, a global startup consulting and accelerator platform. Startups can submit their entries through the designated LINK Innovation website until the end of June 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the open timeline, judged against a set of preliminary technical and operational parameters. Shortlisted startups will undergo a rigorous review focusing specifically on their technology and product readiness levels. Shortlisted candidates will progress to a final pitch round hosted before HMIL's top management.

The selected startups for the final cohort will gain access to Hyundai's industrial capabilities to transform theoretical concepts into market-ready products. They will get opportunities to co-create future mobility solutions alongside Hyundai Motor India, backed by dedicated Proof-of-Concept (PoC) grants. Hands-on technical guidance and expert mentorship from engineering specialists. Access to Hyundai’s robust commercial ecosystem and customer base to unlock market exposure. Long-term avenues for potential corporate investments and enduring strategic business partnerships.

Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO, Hyundai Motor India, said, "At Hyundai Motor India, we strongly believe that the future of mobility will be shaped by collaboration, innovation and bold thinking. The Hyundai Innovation Challenge, curated in partnership with Hyundai Motor Group's ZER01NE team, is designed to bring together some of the brightest minds and most promising startups to co-create solutions that redefine mobility."

“Given India’s dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem and its growing influence on global innovation, the Hyundai Innovation Challenge is poised to bring new tech innovations to the world of mobility. At HMIL, we see startups as partners and co-creators of a smarter, more sustainable future," said Garg.

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Honda India Foundation (HIF) has inaugurated a new Driving Practice Zone (DPZ) in Mahendragarh, marking the first facility of its kind in the state of Haryana. The community infrastructure project is designed to provide aspiring drivers with a safe, structured environment to practice driving skills and undergo essential road safety training. The facility will be fully accessible and open to the general public free of cost.

The project targets a prominent infrastructure gap common in Tier II and Tier III towns, where a lack of formal, dedicated driving enclosures often compels learners to practice on public roads, escalating safety risks for themselves and other commuters.

The newly opened Driving Practice Zone incorporates both practical and academic training spaces to build comprehensive driver competency before individuals transition to public roads –

• Dedicated Practice Tracks: Specially engineered tracks to help learner drivers systematically build vehicle control, operational confidence, and manoeuvring skills.
• Theoretical Classroom: A dedicated indoor learning space utilised for theoretical instructional sessions, focused on enhancing traffic rule compliance and general road awareness.

Vinay Dhingra, Trustee of the Honda India Foundation, said, “Road safety begins with access to the right training environment. Through this Driving Practice Zone, we aim to provide learner drivers with a safe, structured space to build driving skills, improve awareness and develop responsible road behaviour before they begin driving on public roads. This initiative reflects our continued commitment to making road safety training more accessible at the community level.”

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Czech automaker Skoda Auto has released the initial exterior sketches of its upcoming flagship electric vehicle, the Skoda Peaq. The seven-seater SUV marks a new design direction for the brand, utilising clean surfaces, structured details and signature electric vehicle styling cues.

The world premiere of the new flagship SUV is scheduled to take place in Monnetier-Mornex, France, at 18:25 on 23 June 2026.

The exterior of the Peaq represents a consistent application of Skoda's new ‘Modern Solid’ design framework. The aesthetic balances rugged proportions with minimalist, aerodynamic elements tailored for the electric era.

The front features slender, T-shaped headlights and a gloss-black ‘Tech-Deck Face’. A connecting element runs between the assemblies to form a frame-like loop motif, which contrasts against a pronounced, volcano-shaped lower bumper.

The side profile is dominated by a high shoulder line and wide D-pillars to emphasise a wide, stable stance. The sketches also reveal flush door handles seamlessly integrated into the structured body panels to optimise aerodynamic efficiency.

At the rear, the Skoda Peaq echoes the front design language with matching T-shaped taillights and a unified connecting element, establishing a cohesive loop motif that serves as a distinct visual signature.

Karl Neuhold, Head of Exterior Design, Skoda Auto, said, “In designing the exterior of the Skoda Peaq, we consistently applied the Modern Solid design language, combining clean lines, balanced proportions and distinctive elements. Precisely sculpted surfaces and clearly structured details create a confident, timeless presence, while signature features such as the T-shaped headlights and Tech-Deck Face express Skoda’s identity in a new electric era.”

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