Duster Returns, Audi SQ8 Launch & Kia Clavis EV vs Mahindra XEV 9S | NDTV AutoMate EP11

Welcome to Episode 11 of NDTV AutoMate with your host, Siddhartha Sharma! This week, we have an action-packed show featuring the biggest launches and comparisons in the Indian automotive space. In This Episode: The Big EV Face-Off: We compare the practicality and driving dynamics of the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the Mahindra XEV 9S. Which 7-seater electric vehicle under Rs 30 Lakh should you choose? The Return of a Legend: The all-new Renault Duster is finally back in India! We break down the variants, the new 1.3L Turbo engine (co-developed with Mercedes-Benz), and what's missing at launch. Performance SUV Launch: Audi brings the thunder with the SQ8 V8. Find out why this Rs 1.77 Cr beast is the perfect middle ground between the standard Q8 and the RSQ8. Powering India's EV Push: We go inside Exicom's new 18.4-acre facility in Hyderabad to see how they are manufacturing the chargers that will power your future EVs. Car in Focus: Why the Honda Amaze remains the most sensible, safe, and reliable compact sedan for Indian families in 2026.