Auto News Recap, August 1: MG Windsor EV Confirmed, X-Trail Launched, and More
Little time and just way too many developments in the automotive world. This is exactly why Park+ presents the most important news from Thursday, August 1, from the Indian and overseas markets that you absolutely must know of. Check out what made headlines.
JSW MG Motor India has confirmed that its next all-electric car in the country will be called Windsor EV. The name has been taken from Windsor Castle in the UK and is an attempt to signify the comfort and 'regal' nature of the crossover vehicle. In global markets, the model is known as Cloud EV.
Nissan India officially launched the X-Trail SUV in the Indian car market at ₹49.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The SUV makes a comeback to the market here and is available in a single variant. It comes via the CBU route and is taking on the likes of Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, Skoda Kodiaq, and Hyundai Tucson, among others.
People injured in road accidents in India will soon be able to avail of cashless treatment offered by the Centre. The scheme to help road accident victims has been initiated as a pilot project in Chandigarh and Assam, said Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.
Royal Enfield has filed a trademark for what would eventually be the most affordable 650 cc motorcycle in the Indian market. To be positioned below the Classic 650 Twin, the trademark has been filed for 'Bullet 650 Twin'. While no launch timeline has been shared by the company, an unveil is likely later this year.
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