The Indian automotive sector experienced a dynamic 'past week' (early January 2026), primarily driven by significant SUV announcements from leading domestic manufacturers, Mahindra and Tata Motors. Mahindra introduced two new SUVs: the XUV 7XO and the XUV 3XO EV. The XUV 7XO, a facelifted version of the popular XUV700, was launched on January 5, 2026, starting at ₹13.66 lakh (ex-showroom). It features technological advancements such as the DAVINCI suspension system, a triple-screen dashboard, and Level 2 ADAS, with bookings commencing January 14, 2026. Following this, Mahindra also launched the XUV 3XO EV on January 6, 2026, priced from ₹13.89 lakh. This electric SUV, an update to the XUV400 EV, offers a 39.4 kWh battery providing a real-world range of up to 285 km and includes Level 2 ADAS, with deliveries scheduled for February 23, 2026. Tata Motors equally captured headlines with several crucial updates to its SUV portfolio. The company revealed the facelifted 2026 Tata Punch, which is set to launch on January 13, 2026. This updated micro-SUV boasts a refreshed design, significant interior upgrades, including a new twin-spoke steering wheel and a 7-inch TFT instrument display, and introduces a new 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine option. Furthermore, Tata Motors expanded the Harrier and Safari lineups by introducing much-anticipated petrol-powered variants. These flagship SUVs now feature a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, alongside various feature enhancements and minor interior tweaks. The week's news confirms that both Mahindra and Tata are poised for an active year, with multiple other SUV launches and updates anticipated throughout 2026.