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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki Dzire to Honda Amaze: Sedans under ₹5 lakh offering best value for money
When it comes to buying cars, no matter if it is a new or a used one, multiple factors come into play. These include the fuel type, body style, engine, transmission type, cost of maintenance, after-sales service availability, etc. Combined, all these factors ensure the value for money quotient of a car. Keeping pace with the trend of rising demand for SUVs and crossovers, consumer preference for hatchbacks and sedans has dropped significantly in the new car market as well as in the pre-owned segment. However, despite the slumping demand, sedans still enjoy a niche following. The sub-compact sedans, which are positioned at the lower level of the sedan segment, usually see the most demand owing to their affordability and practicality. ₹ 6.84 - 10.19 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 6.15 - 9.02 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 8.1 - 11.2 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 6.49 - 9.6 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 5 Lakhs Onwards ₹ 6.7 - 9.92 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon (Also read: Upcoming cars in India) Here are two of these sub-compact sedans that are available under ₹5 lakh, which see high demand owing to their high value-for-money proposition. The current generation Maruti Suzuki Dzire comes with a significantly overhauled design compared to the previous generation. It comes with a host of upmarket features as well. Priced between ₹6.84 lakh and ₹10.19 lakh (ex-showroom), the Maruti Suzuki Dzire gets a 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine, which is available with transmission choices like a five-speed manual gearbox and an AMT. There is a petrol-CNG bi-fuel powertrain on offer as well, which gets a five-speed manual gearbox for transmission duty. Some of the key features onboard the Dzire include an electric sunroof, cruise control, wireless phone charger, 360-degree surround view camera, TPMS, auto-fold ORVMs, six airbags as standard, etc. Interestingly, the new Dzire became the first car from the brand to receive a five-star Global NCAP crash test rating. Following the new Dzire, the Honda Amaze, its closest competitor, too, received an update. With this, the Honda Amaze sub-compact has become more upmarket in terms of design and features on offer. However, unlike the Dzire, the new Amaze didn't receive any update on the powertrain front. Priced between ₹8.10 lakh and ₹11.20 lakh (ex-showroom), the new Honda Amaze gets a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which is available with transmission choices like a manual gearbox and a CVT. There is a CNG kit on offer as well, which can be retrofitted to the sedan.
Hindustan Times
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Global NCAP and Latin NCAP call for mandatory vehicle safety labels worldwide
GNCAP and Latin NCAP have called for a safety label to be stuck on cars for consumer information. Check Offers At this week's International Transport Forum (ITF) Summit, Global NCAP and Latin NCAP released a joint report urging governments worldwide to introduce mandatory vehicle safety labelling for all new cars. The report highlights that safety rating labels, especially when based on familiar systems like star ratings from NCAPs, are simple and effective in communicating complex safety data. Much like energy efficiency labels on appliances or nutrition facts on food, vehicle safety labels would inform consumers at the point of sale, typically in dealership showrooms, where they currently lack access to clear safety comparisons. This information directly helps purchasing decisions and in turn, encourages manufacturers to design safer vehicles. Mandatory participation in the program will ensure that all car models, including poorly performing ones, are included, leaving no room for unsafe vehicles to avoid scrutiny. Rising accident risk With nearly two billion cars manufactured since 2000, the world is experiencing rapid motorisation. However, many of these vehicles still lack essential safety features, contributing to a rising global toll of road deaths and serious injuries. Also Read : Nissan Kicks scores 5 stars in Latin NCAP crash test Role of governments and next steps The report also pointed out that vehicle safety labelling schemes work best when backed by governments, particularly through the ministry responsible for road safety. Consistent label designs, supplementary material like brochures and websites and integration with existing fuel efficiency labels could accelerate implementation and reduce costs. Global NCAP and Latin NCAP recommend that wherever a national NCAP exists, its safety ratings should form the basis for labelling. Star ratings are preferred for their simplicity, and governments are encouraged to transition any voluntary labelling schemes into mandatory ones as soon as possible. Cost-effective tool to save lives With road trauma still a leading global health crisis, especially in low- and middle-income countries, Global NCAP and Latin NCAP say now is the time for governments to act. Safety labelling is a cost-effective and powerful way to drive market change and save lives according to the safety agencies. Richard Woods, CEO of Global NCAP, said the initiative would empower buyers and hold manufacturers accountable. 'NCAP programmes across the world are helping to democratise vehicle safety," he said. 'Mandatory vehicle safety labelling would provide consumers with the information they need to choose safety." Echoing this, Latin NCAP Secretary General Alejandro Furas called the proposal a vital step in encouraging safer choices. 'A vehicle safety labelling system directly impacts consumer behaviour. We hope this report becomes a tool for governments, especially those delaying the adoption of such schemes," he noted. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 22 May 2025, 11:43 AM IST
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Tata Curvv EV: What makes it a Bharat NCAP 5-star rated car?
Tata Curvv EV comes with two battery-pack options - 45 kWh and 55 kWh. Check Offers Tata Motors has consistently led the way in automotive safety. Presently, all SUVs produced by the company have achieved a five-star crash test rating from either Global NCAP or Bharat NCAP. Tata is also the only brand right now that is selling an SUV Coupe that is electric. The Curvv EV is currently the flagship electric vehicle for the brand before the Harrier EV takes that spot. As expected, the Curvv EV is also a 5-star rated car. Here are all the safety features of the Tata Curvv EV. Tata Curvv EV: Safety features The Tata Curvv EV is equipped with six airbags, an electronic parking brake featuring an auto hold function, hill-start and descent assist, electronic stability program (ESP), a driver drowsiness detection system, a blind spot monitoring system, and Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) capabilities. Notably, the Tata Curvv EV includes an Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS), which generates sound alerts when the vehicle is travelling at speeds below 20 km/h. Also Read : Living with Tata Curvv EV: Pros and cons of coupe SUV outlined There are also front and rear parking sensors, auto-dimming rear view mirror and auto headlamps along with wipers and rear defogger, tyre pressure monitoring system and driver doze alert. Watch: Tata Curvv EV review: Can electric power charge up compact SUV game? Tata Curvv EV: Bharat NCAP crash test rating The Tata Curvv EV achieved a score of 30.81 out of 32 for adult safety and 44.83 out of 49 for child safety. In the Frontal Offset Deformable Barrier Test, it received 14.85 out of 16.00, while in the Side Movable Deformable Barrier Test, it scored 15.15 out of 16.00. Regarding child protection, the Curvv EV attained a score of 23.88 out of 24 in the Dynamic assessment and a perfect 12 out of 12 in the CRS installation evaluation. Additionally, it earned 9 out of 13 in the Vehicle assessment category. The Tata Curvv EV is built on the Advanced Connected Tech-Intelligent Electric Vehicle ( platform developed by the company, which was initially launched with the Punch EV. This platform is specifically engineered for electric vehicles, enhancing connectivity and incorporating advanced features designed for electric mobility, all while prioritizing safety. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India. First Published Date: 20 May 2025, 14:32 PM IST
India.com
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- India.com
5-Star Safety-Rated Cars Under Rs 10 Lakh - Includes 4 SUVs, 1 Maruti Model And...
photoDetails english 2903432 Updated:May 20, 2025, 10:34 AM IST 1 / 7 These 6 cars include 4 SUVs (Skoda Kylaq, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Nexon, and Tata Punch), a hatchback (Tata Altroz), and a sedan (Maruti Suzuki Dzire). Skoda Kylaq 2 / 7 Skoda Kylaq (Starts from Rs 7.89 lakh): Earned a 5-star rating from Bharat NCAP. Mahindra XUV 3XO 3 / 7 Mahindra XUV 3XO (Starts from Rs 7.99 lakh): Received a 5-star rating from Bharat NCAP. Tata Nexon 4 / 7 Tata Nexon (Starts from Rs 8.00 lakh): Secured a 5-star safety rating in both Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP crash tests. Tata Punch 5 / 7 Tata Punch (Starts from Rs 6.20 lakh): Boasts a 5-star rating in the Global NCAP crash test. Tata Altroz 6 / 7 Tata Altroz (Starts from Rs 6.65 lakh): Obtained a 5-star rating from Global NCAP. Maruti Suzuki Dzire 7 / 7 Maruti Suzuki Dzire (Starts from Rs 6.84 lakh): The first Maruti car to receive a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP.
Forbes
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Road Safety Experts Condemn Looming Vehicle Tariffs As Dangerous
Twenty-three regional, national, and international road safety organizations have concerns that ... More progress will be reversed if automotive trade negotiations result in a roll back of safety standards. Current disputes over tariffs and trade in automobiles could have an adverse impact on well-established global vehicle safety standards that could put everyone on the world's roads at risk – including pedestrians and children – making them victims of trade wars. That devastating scenario motivated twenty-three regional, national, and international road safety organizations to address how progress will be reversed if automotive trade negotiations result in a roll back of safety standards. 'We believe that it is extremely important not to confuse well-established global regulations with alleged 'unfair' trade practices,' the safety experts wrote in a joint letter to Juan Carlos Muñoz, president of the International Transport Forum (ITF), a Paris-based intergovernmental organization with 69 member countries within the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development. The letter was sent to Dr. Muñoz, who is also minister of transport and telecommunications for Chile, to share with fellow transport ministers from around the world, at the ITF's annual summit 'Transport Resilience to Global Shocks' in Leipzig, Germany, from Wednesday, May 21 through Friday, May 23. David Ward, president emeritus of the Global New Car Assessment Program (Global NCAP), a nonprofit based in London and one of the signatories of the letter, answered questions for Forbes. His responses were edited for clarity and length. Forbes: What's the goal of the letter? Ward: To encourage transport ministers to push to maintain existing regulatory standards and make better use of the UN's global framework for vehicle regulations, which both promote safer cars and cross-border trade. (For example, the letter stated, requirements for front and side crash tests, pedestrian protection, and electronic stability control, now commonly applied to passenger cars around the world, have for decades 'delivered huge economies of scale, making safety affordable in markets around the world.' How did the letter come about? Mostly provoked by President Donald Trump's claims that the so-called 'bowling ball' test is an unfair trade practice followed by threatened imposition of tariffs on many car producers. This concern was raised by leading European safety groups in a letter to the Financial Times on 31st March: President Von der Leyen urged to reject US vehicle standards in trade negotiations - ETSC. The latest joint letter is expressing similar sentiments, but from a global perspective. (In a recent post on his organization's website, Mr. Ward quoted President Trump's remarks made at the White House on April 7, 2025 : 'It's not only tariffs. It's non-monetary tariffs. Its tariffs where they put things on that make it impossible for you to sell a car. It's not a money thing. They make it so difficult, the standards and the tests. They drop the bowling ball on the top of your car from 20 feet up in the air and if there's a little dent they say no, I'm sorry, your car doesn't qualify.') Where do things stand currently regarding tariffs and trade disputes in the automotive industry? Is there any indication that these negotiations might impact safety standards? It is too early to say and the trade disputes are on-going. The UK has stuck a deal involving autos with quotas that have cut the threatened US tariffs from 25% to 10%. It is not clear what kind of market access this will give US car makers, but the problem remains that they do not apply pedestrian protection standards that are required in the UK. What's the worst case scenario and how would this impact well-established global vehicle safety standards? The most vulnerable regulatory standard – because it is not applied in the US – is the pedestrian protection test requirements, which are now applied in China, India, the European Union (27 member states), Japan, South Korea and the UK. Another risk is that countries are discouraged from using the UN framework of vehicle regulations out of fear that it will provoke US retaliation. (From the letter: 'Recently, Donald Trump, the President of the United States (US), criticized the pedestrian protection regulation claiming that it was being used to block trade in US made cars. In fact, the test – available since 2008 as a UN regulation– aims to soften the bonnet hood and bumper area to reduce the risk of injury to head, chest and leg of a pedestrian struck by a car.') The letter mentions the importance of leveling up vehicle safety standards. How would that positively impact international import and export trade in automobiles from the US's perspective? If the US applied the pedestrian protection regulation it could no longer be used as a way to block US car imports. In principle, greater harmonization of global regulatory standards improves cross-border trade and boosts economies of scale so that safer cars are more affordable. The US is a lone wolf among major car producing countries for not yet applying the pedestrian protection regulation to reduce the risk of injury to head, chest and leg in a crash. Is the proposed action to apply the standard in the US at risk, and if yes, how would that likely impact trade in US made cars? We are waiting to see if US Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is going to roll back on the pedestrian protection proposed rule making introduced by his predecessor. It will also be interesting to see if pedestrian protection is retained in the upgraded specification for the US NCAP tests scheduled for 2026. (From the letter: "Unfortunately, the US stands alone as the only major car producing country that does not yet apply this well-known standard. However, this was about to change. Last year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposed action on pedestrian protection, introducing a draft federal rule and including the test in the US New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) from 2026. The easiest way, therefore, for the US to improve market access for its cars is for the NHTSA to implement the pedestrian protection standard already applied by its major competitors.') The signatories recommended several actions to the ITF transport ministers, such as refraining from including vehicle safety standards in their negotiations over tariffs and trade, to ensure automotive trade negotiations will not compromise safety and endanger the public. Negotiations, the safety groups stressed, have the potential to improve both road safety and international trade in automobiles. To learn more and read the full letter, click here.
