The July 2025 issue of Autocar India is packed with exciting automotive news, from a deep dive into upcoming Mahindra SUVs to an intense supercar speed test and a new world record set by an EV.
Upcoming Mahindra SUVs Revealed
Get ready for a new wave of Mahindra SUVs! This month’s cover story gives you an exclusive look at the next-generation models. These new SUVs will feature a versatile monocoque platform, designed to support a range of powertrains including traditional internal combustion engines, hybrids, and electric vehicles.
The issue promises more in-depth details on what to expect from these highly anticipated launches, offering a peek into Mahindra’s future strategy for the Indian market.
Supercars Push Limits at NATRAX
Imagine 12 of the world’s most powerful supercars, a dedicated high-speed track, and one ambitious goal: hitting speeds over 300 kilometers per hour. Autocar India’s special feature takes you right into the action at the NATRAX facility.
Experience the thrill as cars like the Ferrari 296 GTS, McLaren 750S, and Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series unleash their full potential, pushing their VMax (maximum velocity) and the limits of performance.
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Sets World Record
Electric vehicle batteries are known to behave differently under extreme temperatures. Autocar India put the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV to the ultimate test, pushing its battery performance in both scorching heat and freezing cold conditions.
In a remarkable feat, the EQS SUV not only proved its endurance but also secured a new Guinness World Records title for the “Greatest Temperature Change achieved by an Electric Production Car.”
Head-to-Head SUV Showdowns
The new BMW X3, with its larger size and radical design, takes on a formidable challenger: the segment-leading Mercedes-Benz GLC. This comprehensive comparison helps you decide which luxury SUV truly reigns supreme in terms of performance, comfort, and features.
Meanwhile, the highly anticipated Tata Harrier EV undergoes its first detailed drive review. We explore whether this electric SUV, potentially the first Tata SUV in years with All-Wheel Drive, can tackle rough terrain with the same rugged capability as its predecessors.
VinFast Enters the Indian EV Market
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast is poised to make a significant entry into the Indian electric vehicle segment. This issue features an exclusive review of their upcoming VF6 and VF7 SUVs, sampled directly in their home country.
These models are specifically aimed at the bustling heart of the Indian EV market, and Autocar India brings you the first impressions of what these new players have to offer.
Motorcycle Battle: Hunter 350 vs. Speed T4
On the two-wheeled front, the revitalized Royal Enfield Hunter 350 goes head-to-head with the re-priced Triumph Speed T4. This detailed comparison helps riders choose between these two popular neo-retro roadsters, evaluating their performance, handling, and overall value.
2025 Le Mans Race Report
For motorsport enthusiasts, there’s a comprehensive report on the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours race. Ferrari clinched its third consecutive title, but with an interesting twist: a customer team managed to outperform the factory squad, adding an unexpected layer to the historic endurance race.
- Discover the next generation of Mahindra SUVs and their versatile platform.
- Witness supercars hitting over 300kph at the NATRAX high-speed track.
- Learn about the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV’s new Guinness World Record for temperature change.
- Get detailed comparisons of top SUVs and a first drive of the Tata Harrier EV.
- Explore the entry of VinFast into India’s EV market with reviews of the VF6 and VF7.
This packed issue offers something for every automotive enthusiast, from new car reveals to thrilling tests and in-depth analyses.
