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Vasim F Sayyed

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Given the current economic situation due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, is this the right time to buy a new car, or should I wait for a few months?

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Autocar India

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The decision to buy a car right now is ultimately a very personal one, and no one can time it perfectly for you. It really depends on how secure your income is and how exposed you are to market volatility and a potential slowdown triggered by the Middle East war. If your job, business and cash flows are stable, and you’re not losing sleep over your portfolio, there’s no fundamental reason to defer a car purchase you can comfortably afford.

Conflicts like this make buyers cautious about holding off on their purchase, and this hurts demand. This triggers discounts and price cuts, so if you are financially comfortable and have a clear car in mind, it’s reasonable to go ahead. If your situation feels uncertain, waiting a few months to see how things settle is the safer call.

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Hi, I am planning to switch from my current petrol Honda Activa 110cc to an electric scooter. Could you please suggest a good brand/model that is easy to handle, not too heavy, has a reliable battery, and offers convenient charging with good availability? My daily usage is around 50–60 km in Mumbai city. My budget is approximately ₹1-1.25 lakh, but I can consider higher-range models if they are worth it.

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Since you have a rather long daily commute, we'd recommend going with an electric scooter with a battery capacity of 3kWh or more. In that space, you have options like multiple variants of the TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak models. Both are reliable, dependable, comfortable, practical and no-nonsense offerings that come from established companies. You can also look at the Ather Rizta, although in your budget, you'll probably only get the base S 2.9 variant, which has a slightly lower range than the other two, although it should still suffice for your needs. A test ride of these three is imperative before you make a decision.

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Posted on: 1 Apr 2026