Two Wheeler

Centre likely to discontinue second phase of Fame-II scheme after FY24

Instead of the Fame-II scheme, the benefits may be given through the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme

Matter's electric bike to be priced between Rs 1.43 lakh and Rs 1.54 lakh

Ahmedabad-based Matter will be competing with players such as Ola Electric and Ultraviolette in the electric motorbike segment

Kinetic to start producing electric version of Luna at Ahmednagar plant

Company set ups dedicated production line with an initial capacity of 5,000 sets per month

Two-wheeler sales extend recovery; Hero MotoCorp posts 15.5% growth

This is the eighth consecutive month of increase in sales in the world's largest market for scooters and motorcycles

Motorcycle permits now costlier than new, entry-level bikes in Singapore

The cost of a 10-year motorcycle permit in the city-state hit a record S$12,801 ($8,984) this month according to data from the Land Transport Authority

All new Vespa GTS unveiled: 300 HPE engine, 14 new colours and more

The updates to the Vespa GTS include a mild facelift, a new front suspension and a new 300 HPE engine

Honda surpasses Hero MotoCorp to top spot in two-wheeler sales

Rural states, such as Uttar Pradesh (UP), Bihar, and Jharkhand, have fallen higher in September on a MoM basis

Hero Moto ties up with HPCL to set up electric two-wheeler charging infra

Hero MotoCorp on Tuesday said it has joined hands with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd to set up charging infrastructure for electric two-wheelers in the country. As a part of the initiative, the two companies will first establish charging infrastructure at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation's (HPCL) existing network of stations, with the likelihood of subsequently broadening the collaboration for supplementary business opportunities. In the first phase, the charging stations will be set up in select cities, which will then be expanded to other key markets with the aim of establishing a high density of EV charging station network across the country, Hero MotoCorp said in a statement. The two-wheeler major will lead the infrastructure development for the charging network with each charging station featuring multiple fast chargers, including DC and AC chargers that will be available to all two-wheeled EVs, it added. The entire user charging experience will be controlled by a Hero ..

How to scrap an old car: Here're RTO rules for scrapping, deregistration

Nitin Gadkari says people opting for scrapping should get a discount on new vehicles

Two-wheeler maker Eicher Motors joins Rs 1-trn market capitalisation club

Eicher Motors also holds majority stakes in the commercial vehicle joint venture with Volvo - VE Commercial Vehicles

EV adoption to disrupt automobile industry in a decade, says report

Indians likely to prefer electric two- and three-wheelers than bigger vehicles

Hyundai, Royal Enfield improved the most in dealer satisfaction study: FADA

The overall dealer satisfaction index improved from 657 points last year to 719 points this year, the study noted

TVS to acquire 48% stake in two-wheeler startup DriveX for Rs 85 cr

TVS Motor Company on Wednesday said it will acquire 48 per cent stake in Narain Karthikeyan's pre-owned two-wheeler startup 'DriveX' for a consideration of Rs 85 crore. The company said it will acquire 48.27 per cent stake in NKars Mobility Millennial Solutions Pvt Ltd (NMMSPL), which operates under the brand DriveX', through primary and secondary investments. Founded by Formula 1 driver Karthikeyan, DriveX is into leasing of two-wheeler motorcycles and scooters and selling, trading, and distributing pre-owned two-wheeler motorcycles and scooters. "DriveX has a vision to bring a change in this segment by building trust, assurance, and transparency through end-to-end, high-quality products and customer experience through innovative solutions. We are confident of DriveX ability to deliver on this vision," TVS Motor Company Managing Director Sudarshan Venu said in a statement. DriveX Founder and CEO Karthikeyan said DriveX is a digital first business, serving all brands with ...

July auto sales rise 10% YoY as chip availability improves: SIAM

Market for entry-level passenger cars, two-wheelers and three-wheelers yet to recover

More than 210 mn two-wheelers registered in India: Govt informs Parliament

Data further revealed that there were 2,95,245 two-wheelers and 18,47,539 four-wheeler and above category of vehicles with fuel types of CNG, ethanol, fuel cell hydrogen, LNG, LPG, solar, methanol etc

2-wheeler makers accelerate global expansion plans as exports gain traction

The domestic slowdown and growing acceptability of Made-in-India brands offer opportunities to accelerate the drive to global markets

More than 1.3 mn vehicles recalled in FY22 due to safety issues: Gadkari

Vehicle recalls in India rose to a three-year high in 2021-22, with more than 13 lakh two-wheelers and passenger cars recalled over safety issues, Parliament was informed on Thursday. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari cited data maintained by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and said 8,64,557 two- wheelers and 4,67,311 passenger cars were recalled in 2021-22 in the country due to safety defects. He informed the House that 1,60,025 two-wheelers and 25,142 passenger cars were recalled till July 15 of current financial year. While more than 3.39 lakh vehicles (two-wheelers and passenger cars) were recalled in 2020-21, the number of vehicles recalled in 2019-20 stood at 2.14 lakh, he said. Gadkari further said the total number of road accidents involving cars, taxis, vans and light motor vehicle (LMV) in calendar year 2020 was 60,986. The minister pointed out that Section 110 A of the Motor Vehicles Act, 19

Going green and saving on long-term costs running an electric vehicle

Both two- and four-wheeler EVs are available at various price points to suit your budget; you can also expect a slew of new models a few months down the line

Okinawa Autotech to invest Rs 1200-1,500 cr in e-two-wheelers in two years

This includes the JV with Tacita; company is in talks with PE firms

TVS Motor Co signs deal with Rapido to strengthen hyperlocal mobility biz

By signing this MOU, TVS Motor and Rapido are bringing together their strength in mobility and seamless technology platform, respectively, to deliver a winning proposition to this demanding user base