China To Mandate Mechanical Car Door Handles From 2027

China mandates mechanical car door handles to improve vehicle safety

China has announced new vehicle safety regulations that will effectively phase out fully concealed or electrically dependent car door handles from 2027. The move makes China the first country to introduce nationwide rules targeting the increasingly popular “hidden” door handle design seen on several modern electric vehicles.

The design, popularised globally by Tesla and adopted by multiple Chinese automakers including Xiaomi, typically relies on electronic actuation. These handles deploy automatically via a key fob, smartphone command or light touch, rather than remaining permanently exposed. While visually sleek and aerodynamically efficient, the system has faced growing scrutiny over safety concerns.

Under the revised technical standards issued by China’s industry ministry, all new vehicles will be required to feature both exterior and interior mechanical door handles. While electrically operated systems can continue to be offered, a physical mechanical release mechanism will become mandatory. Authorities have also laid down specifications governing handle placement and functionality to ensure doors can be opened in emergency situations. Interior handles must be clearly visible and easily accessible.

The updated regulations will apply to newly approved vehicle models starting January 1, 2027. Existing models already on sale will be required to comply by January 1, 2029.

Concerns around concealed handles have surfaced in multiple markets. In the United States, regulators previously initiated a review related to emergency door release mechanisms in the Tesla Model 3. In China, state media reported a fatal crash involving a Xiaomi SU7 Ultra in which bystanders were reportedly unable to access the vehicle quickly after the accident. While investigations and official clarifications remain limited, such incidents have contributed to broader debate about emergency accessibility in vehicles with electronically operated handles.

China’s decision reflects a growing regulatory focus on functional safety, particularly as electric vehicles introduce increasingly complex electronic systems. The policy aims to ensure that, regardless of technological innovation, a reliable mechanical method for exiting a vehicle remains available in the event of power failure or collision.

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Maruti Suzuki Offers Savings Of Up To Rs. 2.15 Lakh On Nexa Cars In Feb

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From the Ignis to the Invicto, every new Maruti Suzuki model sold at Nexa showrooms available with attractive offers this month

Maruti Suzuki’s extensive line-up of premium cars at Nexa showrooms is seeing some heavy discounting this month. The company is offering benefits worth up to 2.15 lakh rupees on these models, as well as an aCRM offer of 3,000 rupees on most of them. The Ignis, priced from 5,35,100 rupees (ex-showroom), is the cheapest car available at Nexa outlets today.

Maruti Suzuki is giving a cash discount of up to 25,000 rupees and an exchange bonus of 15,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of 30,000 rupees. In total, customers can save up to 55,000 rupees through these offers. The Baleno, which costs 5,98,900 rupees (ex-showroom) onwards, is available with a cash discount of 10,000 rupees, an exchange bonus of 15,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of 25,000 rupees, and a corporate discount of 5,000 rupees. Customers can save up to 45,000 rupees with these offers combined.

On the Baleno’s crossover alternative, the Fronx, Maruti Suzuki is giving a cash discount of 10,000 rupees, an exchange bonus of 10,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of 15,000 rupees, and a corporate discount of 5,000 rupees. In total, customers can save up to 30,000 rupees with these offers. The Fronx is priced from 6,84,900 rupees (ex-showroom).

Model	Variant	Maximum Savings	Additional aCRM Offer
Maruti Ignis	Sigma – MT	55,000	3,000
	All Except Sigma MT	40,000	3,000
	All Variants – AGS	45,000	3,000
Maruti Baleno	Sigma MT (P)	40,000	3,000
	All Except Sigma MT (P)	40,000	3,000
	All Variants – AGS	45,000	3,000
	All Variants – CNG	40,000	3,000
Maruti Fronx	All Turbo 1.0L Variants	30,000	3,000
	All Non Turbo 1.2L – MT	20,000	3,000
	All Variants – AGS	20,000	3,000
	All Variants – CNG	20,000	0
Maruti Ciaz	All Variants	40,000	3,000
Maruti Grand Vitara	Sigma (P) MT	85,000	3,000
	Delta Petrol (MT/AT)	85,000	3,000
	Zeta/Alpha (MT/AT)	85,000 + 5 Yr. E.W	3,000
	AWD	85,000 + 5 Yr. E.W	3,000
	All Strong Hybrid	Zero Road Tax + 90,000 + 5 Yr E.W or 1,75,000 + 5 Yr E.W	3,000
	Delta/Zeta CNG	50,000	0
Maruti XL6	Petrol – MT/AT	50,000	0
	CNG	50,000	0
Maruti Jimny	All Variants	50,000	3,000
Maruti Invicto	All Variants	2,15,000	0

The Ciaz’s production ended last summer, but it’s still available in stock at some dealers. Maruti Suzuki is giving a cash discount of 10,000 rupees and an exchange bonus of 25,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of 30,000 rupees across the line-up on the mid-size sedan, officially priced from 9,09,000 rupees (ex-showroom).

The Grand Vitara, priced from 10,76,500 rupees (ex-showroom), is available with benefits of up to 1,75,000 rupees. Maruti Suzuki is giving a cash discount of up to 85,000 rupees, an exchange bonus of up to 50,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of up to 65,000 rupees, a loyalty bonus of up to 30,000 rupees, and a corporate discount of 10,000 rupees. Customers can save up to 1,75,000 rupees on this model.

Alternatively, Maruti Suzuki is also giving an option to choose zero road tax and a complimentary five-year extended warranty instead of a cash discount. This scheme is exclusive to the full hybrid variant, and can be used to avail total benefits worth 90,000 rupees from the exchange/scrappage bonus, loyalty bonus, and corporate discount.

The Maruti XL6 is available with a cash discount of 15,000 rupees, an exchange bonus of 20,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of 25,000 rupees, and a corporate discount of 10,000 rupees. The MPV’s prices start at 11,52,300 rupees (ex-showroom), and customers can save a total of 50,000 rupees from these offers. Maruti Suzuki is not giving the additional aCRM offer on the XL6.

The Maruti Jimny is available with a cash discount of 50,000 rupees. The off-road-oriented SUV costs 12,31,500 rupees (ex-showroom) in the base trim and 13,38,600 rupees (ex-showroom) in the top trim. On the Maruti Invicto, priced from 24,97,400 rupees (ex-showroom), customers can get the maximum benefit across the line-up at Nexa showrooms – 2,15,000 rupees. Maruti Suzuki is offering a cash discount of 50,000 rupees, an exchange bonus of 1,00,000 rupees or a scrappage bonus of 1,15,000 rupees, a loyalty bonus of 50,000 rupees, and a corporate discount of 15,000 rupees. The additional aCRM offer does not apply to this model, though.

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Mahindra To Likely Debut NU_IQ Platform With Vision S-Derived SUV

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Mahindra Vision S based compact SUV is expected to launch sometime next year and it could be positioned below the Scorpio N

Mahindra & Mahindra appears to be preparing to bring in a new compact SUV that could reshape its lineup when it arrives in 2027. The recent spy images of the production version of the Vision S concept suggest the project is progressing well and what first drew attention to this SUV was its unmistakably upright stance similar to the Scorpio N.

Its tight overhangs, squared glass areas and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel give it a traditional SUV silhouette – a design approach that distances it from crossover-heavy rivals. These proportions had initially led to speculation around a next-gen Bolero but repeated sightings and design consistency now firmly link the test mule to the Vision S showcased last year.

The Vision S concept made its public debut during Mahindra’s Freedom NU event where it shared the stage with the Vision X, Vision T and Vision SXT. Among the four, Vision S stood out for its production-ready proportions and realistic design. While the Vision T leaned into hardcore off-road territory and the Vision X explored a more urban crossover form, Vision S appeared engineered to become a mainstream SUV, positioned below the Scorpio N.

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Underneath the bodywork, this upcoming SUV is expected to introduce Mahindra’s NU_IQ monocoque platform. The all-new architecture has been developed to support a wide range of powertrains and vehicle sizes. The company has already confirmed that its first NU_IQ-based product will reach showrooms around 2027 and the Vision S-derived SUV is now widely seen as a strong contender.

The cabin seen on test vehicles features a semi-digital instrument cluster with a colour MID, straightforward switchgear and grab handles for rear passengers. One of the most eye-catching features visible in the test mule is a large panoramic sunroof. Powertrain details remain under wraps but signs point to a multi-engine strategy borrowed from XUV 3XO.

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An automatic gearbox was also seen in a latest test vehicle and instrument readouts suggested diesel power could also be evaluated. Mahindra has already confirmed that petrol and hybrid options are also in the pipeline but we will have to wait and see whether this model gets it or not.

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Renault Offers Attractive Discounts In Feb 2026 – Kwid, Triber & Kiger

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Renault provides total savings of up to Rs. 73,500 while the scrappage bonus of Rs. 25,000 is also available in February 2026

Renault India has brought in discount schemes for the Kwid, Triber and Kiger this month. Depending on the model and variant, total savings go as high as Rs. 73,500. Starting with the Renault Kwid, the maximum benefits are available on higher trims such as the Climber. Buyers can avail a cash discount of up to Rs. 20,000 along with an exchange bonus of Rs. 15,000 and a loyalty bonus of Rs. 10,000.

The individual discounts add up to a total direct benefit to Rs. 45,000. Customers scrapping an old vehicle can alternatively opt for a Rs. 25,000 scrappage incentive instead of the exchange bonus. Meanwhile, non-CNG variants also receive a free 3-year AMC package -further reducing service expenses during early ownership.

The Renault Kwid RXT variant offers slightly lower benefits with combined cash, exchange and loyalty advantages adding up to Rs. 35,000 while entry-level trims are limited to loyalty or scrappage benefits. Moving to the Renault Triber – the brand’s compact three-row offering – receives discounts of up to Rs. 55,000 on selected Techno and Emotion variants.

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These comprise cash discounts of up to Rs. 30,000, an exchange bonus of Rs. 15,000 and a loyalty benefit of Rs. 10,000. Buyers choosing the scrappage route can instead avail a Rs. 25,000 incentive. The AMT variants also qualify for similar savings and non-CNG trims once again get a complimentary 3-year AMC.

The Renault Kiger sees the highest discounts in February 2026 – particularly on turbocharged variants. The Turbo CVT trim gets cash benefits of up to Rs. 48,500 along with a Rs. 15,000 exchange bonus and Rs. 10,000 loyalty benefit – taking the total savings to Rs. 73,500. The naturally aspirated Kiger variants receive comparatively lower benefits while base trims are restricted to loyalty or scrappage incentives.

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The additional finance schemes are also available on select variants helping reduce the effective on-road price for loan dependent buyers. All offers are valid until February 28, 2026. Exchange and scrappage benefits cannot be combined, loyalty bonuses apply only to existing Renault customers and discounts may vary depending on place, stock availability, etc.

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All-New Tata Sierra EV Takes Shape – Everything We Know So Far

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Tata Sierra EV will be launched in India within the next 3-6 months and will be available with two battery options

Tata Motors’ electric offensive is beginning to crystallise and one of the most anticipated names in that lineup is the Sierra EV for 2026. Spotted repeatedly during road tests and even teased officially, the electric SUV is edging closer to production and it will arrive following the scheduled launch of the Punch EV facelift on February 20, 2026.

It will sit above the Curvv EV in Tata’s portfolio appealing to buyers looking for a more upmarket midsize electric SUV. Sharing its electrical architecture with the Harrier EV, it will feature two battery configurations. The larger pack is projected to deliver a real world driving range north of 500 km. Fast charging support will be part of the package while vehicle-to-load and bi-directional charging functionality are also expected to be offered.

The interior is where the Sierra EV will attempt to differentiate itself most clearly. Tata is preparing a highly digital cabin layout centred around a three-screen setup – a fully digital driver’s display, a large central infotainment unit and a dedicated passenger-side screen. Feature density is expected to be high even from lower trims while top variants could introduce Level 2 ADAS, connected car tech, dual-zone climate control, powered seats, ambient lighting and so on.

Also Read: Tata Avinya Program Gathers Pace As Brand Prepares New Flagship EV

Material quality and overall fit-finish are also likely to see a noticeable step up. On the outside, the Tata Sierra EV combines nostalgia with modern EV cues rather than going fully futuristic. While the tall stance and squared-off proportions remain faithful to the Sierra identity, the electric version will get a blanked-off grille, a full-width LED DRL strip and split headlamp clusters.

Revised bumpers with darker inserts, pronounced wheel arches, flush door handles and newly designed alloy wheels add muscle to the profile while the rear is expected to feature a connected LED light bar. Tata has already confirmed that three electric models will arrive in 2026 including the Punch EV facelift and the first production model based on the Avinya concept.

Also Read: 2026 Tata Punch EV Facelift Breaks Cover, Launch On Feb 20

It will be a sportback and underpinned by the reengineered version of Jaguar Land Rover’s EMA architecture. It is worth noting that JLR will commence vehicle assembly at recently acquired Chennai plant soon.

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MG Majestor SUV To Get 3 Off-Road Modes, 19-Inch Wheels & More

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MG Majestor will go on sale on February 12 in India and it will be packed with features and technologies to go up against Toyota Fortuner and the likes

MG Motor India is looking to make its boldest move yet in the premium SUV space with the Majestor – a new full-size model that will sit above the Gloster and announce the brand’s entry into a higher D+ SUV category. Slated for its official launch on February 12, 2026, the Majestor will be positioned as a direct challenger to the Toyota Fortuner – both in terms of size and capability.

At the heart of the Majestor will be MG’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder twin turbo diesel engine – churning out 213 bhp and 478 Nm of torque. Power is expected to be channelled through an automatic gearbox with a selectable four-wheel-drive system to be offered to complement its go-anywhere intent although MG is yet to officially confirm the drivetrain layout.

MG has also begun teasing the Majestor’s off-road credentials – confirming dedicated terrain modes such as Rock, Sand and Snow. These will be paired with chunky 265/65 R19 Apollo Apterra HT tyres mounted on large 19-inch two-tone alloy wheels. Recent teasers also show the SUV tackling challenging terrain at Mount Japfu in Nagaland.

The Majestor is based on the global Maxus D90’s body-on-frame platform but gets a far more commanding visual presence than the Gloster. The SUV features a muscular grille with darker elements, split headlamp setup with sharp LED DRLs, upright proportions and extensive use of skid plates and cladding. The side profile is expected to emphasise its sheer size while the rear sports LED tail lamps, prominent Majestor badging and large exhaust outlets.

On the inside, the MG Majestor gains a large touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital instrument cluster, connected car features, panoramic sunroof and a premium audio setup. The equipment list further comprises powered and ventilated seats, three-zone automatic climate control and a comprehensive safety package featuring Level 2 ADAS and a 360-degree camera system.

With expected pricing in the Rs. 40–45 lakh range, the MG Majestor may make a huge impact against the likes of Toyota Fortuner, Skoda Kodiaq and soon-launching VW Tayron.

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5 Upcoming Compact SUVs In 2026-27 In India – Hyundai To Renault

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Here we have listed the five upcoming compact SUVs over the next couple of years from brands like Hyundai, Tata, Kia, Volkswagen and Renault

The compact SUV segment will witness plenty of action over the next two years as automakers like Hyundai, Tata, Kia, Volkswagen and Renault will bring in new offerings across ICE and electric categories and here we have brought you a rundown:

1. Renault Mini Duster:

Renault is lining up a new sub-four-metre SUV for India that will sit below the new-gen Duster. Internally referred to as the “mini Duster”, it is expected to move away from the rounded, crossover-like stance of the Kiger and instead adopt a more upright and squared-off profile inspired by the larger Duster with a tall nose, pronounced wheel arches and chunky body cladding. Power is expected to come from the well known 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine currently seen on the Kiger, paired with manual and CVT transmission options and it could launch as early as next year.

2. VW Compact SUV:

Volkswagen is finally gearing up to enter the fiercely contested compact SUV segment in India with a new offering which is expected to break cover around the middle of 2027 based on the Kylaq. It will be based on the same MQB A0 IN architecture but will steer clear of being a straight rebadge, carrying its own visual lineage. It will be powered by a 1.0-litre TSI turbo petrol engine producing 114 bhp and 178 Nm.

3. Tata Punch EV Facelift:

Ahead of its official debut scheduled for February 20, 2026, Tata Motors has given us an early look at the Punch EV facelift by revealing its exterior design. The updated electric micro SUV gets a more upright face with a closed-off grille treatment that takes inspiration from the Harrier EV.

The front bumper has been reprofiled with a new scuff plate while the Nexon EV-style aero alloys and a new yellow shade paired with a contrasting black roof are other highlights.
Mechanically, the Punch EV facelift will continue with the existing 25 kWh and 35 kWh battery options but the interior will be loaded with more premium equipment and technologies.

4. Hyundai Compact Electric SUV:

Hyundai is pressing ahead with plans for a made-in-India compact electric SUV – internally known as HE1i with the market launch confirmed for 2027. Sitting in the sub-four-metre bracket, the new EV is expected to borrow its basic architecture and proportions from the global Inster concept while being heavily localised for Indian conditions. Two battery options are on the cards – a standard setup offering around 300-350 km of real-world range.

4. Kia Syros EV:

Kia is also expected to enter the entry-level e-SUV race in the near future with the arrival of a Syros based model. It could take inspiration from concepts like the EV2 and expect two battery packs to be made available while the cabin will be brimmed with modern features.

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