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Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 returns in 680hp all-electric form

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2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45

The new-gen Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4MATIC+ has been unveiled, and unlike its combustion-powered predecessor, it’s an all-electric offering. Based on the Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric that broke cover in 2025, the AMG version is available in sedan and Shooting Brake form factors.

2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 powertrain and performance

Up to 680hp and 1,759Nm

The new AMG CLA is equipped with a 94kWh LFP battery powering a trio of electric motors – one mounted on the front axle and two at the rear – that use the same axial-flux tech introduced with the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe. Compared to conventional radial-flux motors, axial-flux units are smaller, lighter, and offer greater power density.

Combined peak output stands at 680hp – continuous output is rated at 612hp – and 1,759Nm, which is more than three times the 500Nm generated by the prior AMG CLA. During steady driving, the front motor can disconnect to improve efficiency, allowing the new AMG CLA to operate as a RWD car. The two rear motors can also operate independently, enabling torque vectoring and a dedicated Drift Mode.

Though the new AMG CLA weighs just under 2.3 tonnes, the sedan version can accelerate from 0-100kph in a claimed 3 seconds, while the Shooting Brake completes the same in 3.2 seconds. Top speed is electronically limited to 250kph, rising to 270kph with the optional AMG Dynamic Plus Package. The CLA 45 also features seven drive modes and an adaptive sports suspension.

Simulated engine note and vibrations

To enhance its aural experience, the new AMG CLA packs an AMGFORCE S+ driving mode that emulates the soundtrack of the carmaker’s ‘M139’ 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine, along with gear shifts, artificial power interruptions, and haptics in the seats.

Coming to range, the AMG CLA sedan offers a WLTP-tested range of 670km, while the Shooting Brake is good for 640km. Up to 330kW DC fast charging is supported, allowing for a 10-80 percent charge in 22 minutes and a 270km range top-up in just 10 minutes.

2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 exterior design

More menacing styling updates

Being an AMG model, the new CLA 45 sports a more aggressive body kit that includes a bespoke grille section with 10 slats (which can be optionally illuminated), redesigned bumpers with bigger air ducts, AMG-specific badging, wider fenders and side skirts, and a large rear diffuser.

The new AMG CLA rides on 19-inch alloy wheels as standard – 20-inchers are available as an optional extra – and gets larger brakes as well. The sedan also features an active deploying rear spoiler, while the Shooting Brake gets a roof-mounted spoiler.

2026 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 interior and features

Sportier steering wheel and bucket seats

Inside, the new CLA 45 receives a similarly sporty treatment, with bucket seats up front, an AMG-spec steering wheel with dedicated drive mode selectors, all-black upholstery with contrasting accents, and more.

The dashboard is dominated by Mercedes-Benz’s ‘Hyperscreen’ triple-display setup – the digital instrument cluster even features a virtual tachometer and gear indicator, both of which work in conjunction with the AMGFORCE S+ drive mode.

Unlike the standard CLA, the AMG variant features two individual rear seats instead of a conventional bench, making for a 4-seat configuration.

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Nissan Tekton launched in India at Rs 10.49 lakh

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Nissan Tekton midsize SUV launched in India

After teasing it for some time now, Nissan has launched the Tekton midsize SUV at Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It is Nissan’s badge-engineered version of the Renault Duster and is being offered in six trims: Visia, Visia+, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, and Tekna+. Bookings for the midsize SUV are open, and deliveries start on July 20. 

  1. Borrows the Duster’s 1.0L and 1.3L turbo-petrol engines
  2. Exterior design is bolder and boxier than the Duster
  3. Gets the same features as the Duster, with a new dual-tone cabin theme

2026 Nissan Tekton: Variant-wise prices

Ex-showroom prices range from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh

2026 Nissan Tekton: Variant-wise ex-showroom prices in India (Rs, lakh)

 

1.0L TP 6MT

1.3L TP 6MT

1.3L TP 6DCT

Visia

10.49

–

–

Visia+

11.14

–

–

Acenta

11.79

–

14.99

N-Connecta

13.69

14.99

16.49

Tekna

15.39

16.39

17.79

Tekna+

16.49

–

18.59

The Nissan Tekton’s prices range from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh, which are similar to the Renault Duster’s. 

2026 Nissan Tekton: Powertrain details

Offered with two turbo-petrol engine options

The Nissan Tekton shares its powertrains with the Renault Duster, offering two turbo-petrol engine options. The entry-level 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol develops 100hp and 166Nm of torque and comes paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Higher up the range, the 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol produces 163hp and 280Nm, and is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT).

Nissan claims that the 1.0-litre engine does a 0-100kph sprint in 12.46 seconds, and has a claimed range of 19.4kpl. The manual version of the larger 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine does a 0-100kph run in 9.51 seconds and has a fuel efficiency of 17.8kpl. The DCT version claims a 9.89-second 0-100kph time and a fuel efficiency of 18.5kpl. 

As reported earlier, the Duster’s 160hp, 1.8-litre strong hybrid engine will not make its way to the Tekton. On the Duster, however, this engine will debut during the festive season.

2026 Nissan Tekton: Exterior design

Gets Patrol-like design elements that make it look boxier than the Duster

The Tekton’s front-end design is heavily inspired by the Patrol, lending it a more squared-off appearance than the Renault Duster. It gets an upright grille featuring twin chrome slats flanked by slim LED headlamps. A full-width C-shaped LED daytime running light connects the two headlamps. There’s a red strip underneath the headlamps. The bonnet gets pronounced creases and carries Tekton lettering. The lower bumper features a dual-tone finish with a faux silver skid plate and LED fog lamps.

In profile, the Tekton has a Duster-like silhouette. However, Nissan has differentiated it with a new design for the 18-inch alloy wheels. It gets flared wheel arches and a distinctive silver trim insert on the front doors. The front doors use conventional pull-type handles, while the rear doors have integrated handles on the C-pillars.

At the rear, the Tekton features a full-width LED light bar integrated into C-shaped tail-lamps, mirroring the lighting treatment at the front. A roof-mounted spoiler sits above the upright tailgate, while the lower bumper adopts the same dual-tone finish with a silver skid plate insert seen up front. Unlike the Duster, the tailgate is finished in a single body colour rather than a contrasting black panel, resulting in a cleaner-looking design. There’s also a Tekton lettering on the tailgate.

Here are the dimensions of the Nissan Tekton:

Nissan Tekton dimensions and other specifications

Length (mm)

4,348

Width (mm)

1,815

Height (mm)

1,674

Wheelbase (mm)

2,657

Ground clearance (mm)

212

Boot space (litres)

518 (measured to the parcel shelf)

The Nissan Tekton is being offered in six colour options: Onyx Black, Blade Silver, Pearl White, Flare Garnet Red, Indigo Blue, and Moonbow Gray. All these colours are available as both monotone and dual-tone options. 

2026 Nissan Tekton: Interior design and features

Offered with a dual-tone rose gold and burgundy cabin theme

Inside, the top-spec Nissan Tekton features a dual-tone rose gold and burgundy dashboard with a 3-spoke steering wheel, a 10.1-inch freestanding touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. The seats have leatherette upholstery and offer adjustable headrests for all passengers.

Other features include a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger, a powered tailgate, and 6-way adjustable and ventilated front seats. Safety features include 6 airbags, Level-2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), a 360-degree camera with blind-spot assist, an electronic parking brake, and front and rear parking sensors. As it is based on the Renault Duster, it gets a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. Nissan says that it is capable of achieving a 5-star Global NCAP rating.  

The Nissan Tekton rivals the Renault Duster, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, Maruti Victoris, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Citroen Aircross, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor. 

Prices are ex-showroom, India.

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दक्षिण-पश्चिम चीन के युन्नान प्रांत में खेत में काम कर रहे एक किसान को अचानक कोबरा ने काट लिया, जिससे इलाके में हड़कंप मच गया। सांप के काटते ही किसान की तबीयत तेजी से बिगड़ने लगी और उसे चक्कर, कमजोरी और शरीर में सुन्नपन महसूस होने लगा। घटना के बाद परिवार के लोग घबरा गए और तुरंत मदद की कोशिश करने लगे। यह मामला इसलिए भी चर्चा में आ गया क्योंकि इसके बाद जो हुआ उसने सबको चौंका दिया। सांप के जहर से बचाव को लेकर अक्सर लोग गलत जानकारी पर भरोसा कर लेते हैं, और यही इस घटना में भी देखने को मिला। डॉक्टरों ने बाद में साफ किया कि ऐसी स्थिति में तुरंत मेडिकल मदद लेना ही सबसे सुरक्षित तरीका होता है, वरना जहर तेजी से शरीर में फैल सकता है।

पत्नी ने टीवी देखकर किया “खतरनाक इलाज”

घबराई हुई पत्नी ने तुरंत वही किया जो उसने टीवी पर देखा था उसने अपने पति के घाव से जहर चूसने की कोशिश की। उसे लगा कि इससे जान बच जाएगी, लेकिन यही फैसला उसके लिए भी भारी पड़ गया।

दोनों को अस्पताल ले जाना पड़ा

कुछ ही घंटों बाद पत्नी के मुंह, जीभ और चेहरे में सुन्नपन शुरू हो गया। हालत बिगड़ने पर परिवार ने उसे भी अस्पताल पहुंचाया। डॉक्टरों ने बताया कि दोनों को कोबरा के जहर से हल्का जहर चढ़ गया था और एंटी-वेनम देकर इलाज किया गया।

ये गलती कभी न करें

डॉक्टरों ने साफ कहा कि सांप के जहर को मुंह से चूसना बेहद खतरनाक है। मुंह की नसों के जरिए जहर सीधे शरीर में पहुंच सकता है। साथ ही घाव को काटना, जलाना या बर्फ लगाना भी नुकसानदायक हो सकता है।

सांप काटने पर क्या करें?

डॉक्टरों के अनुसार, ऐसे समय में तुरंत अस्पताल जाएं और मरीज को कम से कम हिलाएं। सांप का रंग, आकार और निशान याद रखना या फोटो लेना इलाज में मदद कर सकता है।

सोशल मीडिया पर चर्चा में मामला

यह घटना सोशल मीडिया पर वायरल हो गई है। लोग इसे “टीवी ड्रामा वाली गलती” बता रहे हैं, जबकि कई लोगों ने पत्नी की चिंता और प्यार की भी तारीफ की है।

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Our July 2026 issue is a celebration of the internal combustion engine in its finest form. The Lamborghini Temerario and Urus SE headline proceedings – both hybrid-powered, but no less outrageous for it. We also drive the new Audi RS5 in Austria, road test all three versions of the Renault Duster, and drive the new Skoda Kodiaq RS. On two wheels, we ride the Hero Xoom 160, Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin and Ducati Panigale V2 S, and break down the economics of running an E85 vehicle.

Lamborghini Temerario and Urus SE: Cover story 

The Temerario and Urus SE represent Lamborghini’s hybrid future in two very extreme forms. Both pack twin-turbo V8s working in concert with electric motors, yet couldn’t be more different in character. We drive both the cars back-to-back to find out whether the Raging Bull still has its horns. 

E85 vs E20 fuel test: Feature

India now has E85 pumps dispensing fuel that’s about Rs 20 per litre cheaper than E20. We test both blends back-to-back in the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 FFV to find out how big the efficiency hit is and whether E85 actually makes financial sense.

New Audi RS5: Drive 

Audi Sport’s first performance PHEV has learnt from the mistakes of its rivals. The decision to retain the twin-turbo V6 rather than downsizing, add a 130kW electric motor for 639hp total and lavish the chassis with updates gives Audi something it has rarely had before – an instinct to oversteer. We drive it in Austria.

Tata Tiago Facelift: First Drive 

Tata has given both the Tiago and Tiago EV comprehensive updates for 2026, with sharper styling, modernised cabins and a broader feature list. The updated EV gets faster charging and arrives up to Rs 1.15 lakh more affordable than before. Two familiar favourites, freshened up – but have the updates done enough?  

Huracan Sterrato at Nanoli Speedway: Feature

Maharashtra’s first race resort is rising on the grounds of Nanoli Stud Farm near Lonavala, and we got a rare opportunity to drive a Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato on the unfinished dirt track before the tarmac arrives. A lap of honour that will only ever happen once.

Skoda Kodiaq RS: First Drive 

The Kodiaq gets the RS treatment for the first time in India, with 265hp, adaptive dampers, progressive steering and 20-inch wheels. It is a practical seven-seater with serious driver appeal, but does the price premium make sense? 

Renault Duster: Road Test 

We put all three versions of the new Duster – the 1.3 DCT, 1.3 MT, and 1.0 MT – through our exhaustive real-world performance and efficiency tests. The Duster impressed at its first drive, but how does it hold up when the numbers are in?

A tale of two V8s: Feature 

Land Rover offers not one but two very different V8s in the Defender. Jaguar’s supercharged 5.0-litre AJ133 in the standard P425, and BMW’s twin-turbocharged 4.4-litre S68 in the Octa. We examine both to find out how, and why, they co-exist. 

Royal Enfield Bullet 650 Twin: First ride 

The Bullet nameplate has been in continuous production for nearly a century, and the 650 Twin is the largest iteration yet. It shares its 648cc parallel-twin with the Classic 650, but brings its own character to the table. How does it justify its place in the range?

Ducati Panigale V2 S: Ride 

The new Panigale V2 drops from 155hp to 120hp and sheds significant weight in the process. The result is a more accessible, friendlier and arguably more enjoyable track machine than its predecessor. We find out if a more sensible Panigale is still a great Panigale.

Le Mans 2026: Motorsport 

Toyota returned to the top step of the Le Mans podium after three years, defeating BMW and Cadillac in a finish that was among the four closest in the race’s history. We have the full story from the 94th edition of the world’s greatest endurance race.