BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit this year at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Many major world leaders, diplomats and senior delegates are participating in this two-day summit, taking place on September 12 and 13. A specially arranged premium car fleet has also been prepared for the movement of these high-profile guests.
According to reports, a fleet of more than 500 premium and luxury vehicles has been arranged for the summit. This includes luxury SUVs, premium MPVs and executive sedans, which will transport delegates and VIP guests between different locations in Delhi.
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This special fleet includes models such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, Toyota Vellfire, Kia Carnival, and BMW 5 Series. These vehicles have been deployed with comfort, privacy, and smooth VIP movement in mind.
The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and Toyota Vellfire play an important role in the fleet due to their spacious rear cabins and rear-seat comfort features. The Kia Carnival has also been selected for VIP transportation due to its large cabin and reclining rear seats.
These vehicles will operate under a coordinated transport network, the purpose of which is to keep the movement of world leaders, ministers, diplomats, and other high-profile guests comfortable and organized.
BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates
In this LIVE coverage of Auto India Daily, we will track every important automotive development related to the BRICS Summit 2026. From fleet cars being used to VIP movement, vehicle sightings, and any fresh automotive updates that emerge during the summit will be added here.
3:04 PM — BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: Leaders’ Closed Session Underway
The main proceedings of the BRICS Summit 2026 are progressing at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. According to the official schedule, a closed-door session of leaders from BRICS member countries was scheduled to begin at 2:35 PM, focusing on strengthening inclusive global governance and multilateralism.
During this period, a 500+ premium vehicle fleet arranged for the summit is supporting the movement of world leaders, ministers, and senior delegates. The fleet includes premium models such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Toyota Vellfire, Kia Carnival, and BMW 5 Series.
2:45 PM — BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: Mercedes-Benz S-Class Also Joins the VIP Fleet
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is part of the 500+ premium vehicle fleet arranged for the BRICS Summit 2026. The luxury sedan has been deployed to cater to the premium transportation requirements of world leaders and senior VIP guests.
Along with the S-Class, the summit fleet also includes models such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450, Toyota Vellfire, Kia Carnival, and BMW 5 Series. The fleet thus includes a mix of luxury SUVs, executive sedans, and spacious MPVs to handle the transportation needs of different delegates.
2:30 PM — BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: BMW 5 Series Also Joins the Premium Car Fleet
The BMW 5 Series is also part of the BRICS Summit’s dedicated transport fleet. Premium executive sedans will be deployed alongside SUVs and MPVs such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and Kia Carnival to transport delegates and senior officials.
The fleet includes various body types and vehicle categories to efficiently handle the varying transportation needs of world leaders, ministers, diplomats, and other high-profile guests.
The inclusion of the BMW 5 Series further diversifies the summit’s premium transport setup, where executive sedans and spacious MPVs, along with SUVs, also meet VIP mobility requirements.
2:27 PM — BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: Kia Carnival to Focus on Rear-Seat Comfort
The Kia Carnival has also been included in the BRICS Summit’s transport fleet. With its spacious cabin and comfortable rear seats, this MPV will be a suitable option for transporting delegates attending the summit.
The Kia Carnival features reclining rear seats and a large cabin, which will provide passengers with additional comfort during longer journeys between hotels, meeting venues, and other locations in New Delhi.
According to Harmanpreet Singh, Director of Punia Travels, the focus is on providing guests with a comfortable and premium travel experience during the summit. The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 SUV in the fleet will be used for preference delegates, while the Carnival will provide an additional VIP transport option with its larger cabin and rear-seat comfort.
2:20 PM — BRICS Summit 2026 LIVE Updates: 500 Premium Vehicles Arranged for Foreign Dignitaries
A large fleet of 500 premium vehicles has been arranged in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit 2026. These vehicles will meet the transportation needs of foreign dignitaries, ministers, diplomats, and other senior guests attending the summit.
This fleet will operate as a coordinated transport network during the event, focusing on the comfort, convenience, and security of delegates’ movement within New Delhi.
The fleet also includes premium models such as the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 and Toyota Vellfire. Both vehicles come with spacious cabins, making them suitable for VIP transportation. To enhance rear-seat comfort, these also get tablet-based controls through which passengers can manage various cabin functions.
Which Countries Are Attending the BRICS Summit 2026?
Leaders from 11 member countries are expected to attend the BRICS Summit 2026. These include Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Representatives from partner and invited countries may also participate.
Due to the large scale of the summit, extensive security arrangements have been made in New Delhi. Thousands of security personnel have been deployed in the capital, along with traffic restrictions and special advisories to ensure smooth movement of visiting dignitaries during the summit.
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