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TVS to Showcase X Flagship Electric Scooter at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026
TVS Motor Company will exhibit its premium electric scooter, the TVS X, at the 2026 NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo. It's powered by an 11kW (15PS) motor, hitting 0-40km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 105km/h. The scooter features a 4.44kWh battery pack, a 10.2-inch TFT touchscreen, multiple ride modes, regenerative braking, cruise control, and ABS.
Nepal Drives · 8/5/2026
Five New Two-Wheelers Set to Launch in India Throughout August 2026
India's August 2026 launch calendar opens with the E3 Trion electric scooter on the 6th (₹90,000–₹1,00,000), followed by the next-generation Bajaj Pulsar 125/150, the Ather EL electric scooter on the 29th (₹1,15,000–₹1,40,000), the Yamaha R2 on the 27th (₹2,00,000–₹2,30,000), and an updated Honda CB350-series model later in the month.
BikeWale · 8/4/2026
TVS Motor Posts Record 630,000 Units in July as EV Sales Jump 158%
India's TVS Motor sold a record 630,000 units in July 2026, up 38% from 456,000 units a year earlier. Electric two-wheeler sales also hit a new high of 60,934 units, an increase of 158% over the 23,605 units sold in July 2025, with the EV shift helping drive the company's overall sales record.
BikeAdvice · 8/3/2026
Greaves Electric Mobility Raises Rs 530 Crore to Fund Ampere's Next-Gen EVs
India's Greaves Electric Mobility has raised Rs 530 crore through a fully subscribed rights issue to existing investors. The funds will go toward developing next-generation electric scooters under its Ampere brand and improving battery and powertrain technology. Ampere has sold a cumulative 4 million scooters to date.
The Bike Junction · 8/3/2026
TVS Sets New Monthly EV Registration Record at 55,480 Units
TVS Motor recorded 55,480 electric two-wheeler registrations in India in July 2026, its highest monthly total. VAHAN data shows it surpassed the previous record of 51,781 set in March, as well as Bajaj Auto's 45,592 and Ather Energy's 30,324 registrations for July.
Business Today · 8/3/2026
Ather Sets August 29 Debut for EL-Based Electric Scooter
India's Ather Energy says it will formally unveil an EL-platform electric scooter at Ather Community Day 2026 on August 29. Its new silhouette teaser points to a flat floorboard and long one-piece seat close to last year's EL01 concept.
BikeWale · 8/2/2026
Hero launches Vida VX2 Go FB with fixed 3.1kWh battery
Hero has launched the Vida VX2 Go FB electric scooter in India. It uses a fixed 3.1kWh battery and 6kW motor, claims 128km of range on a full charge, and is priced at Rs. 113,000. Hero says DC fast charging can take it from 0 to 80 percent in 65 minutes.
BikeWale · 7/31/2026
Vida Launches VX2 Go FB Fixed-Battery Scooter in India
Hero MotoCorp has launched the Vida VX2 Go FB electric scooter in India for Rs 113,000. Its fixed 3.1 kWh battery delivers an IDC-certified 128 km range, while a 6 kW motor gives it a 70 km/h top speed. It supports wall-socket and DC fast charging, with nationwide dealer arrivals due in early August.
BikeAdvice · 7/31/2026
Ather to Reveal Budget EL01 Electric Scooter on August 29, Priced Around ₹100,000–125,000
India's Ather Energy has confirmed it will unveil the EL01, a budget electric scooter built on its new EL platform, at its Community Day event in Bengaluru on August 29. The expected price of ₹100,000–125,000 (ex-showroom) puts it in direct competition with the TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak. It marks Ather's first all-new platform since the 450 series.
MotorBeam · 7/31/2026
Revoo Launches Two Bangladesh EV Scooters With Up to 130 km of Range
Revoo has introduced the C35 and C35-Y electric scooters in Bangladesh. The C35 pairs a 1.8 kW motor with a claimed 120–130 km range and costs Tk164,900, while the 1.2 kW C35-Y is rated for 115–125 km at Tk139,900. Both use 72 V, 35 Ah graphene batteries, two riding modes and hydraulic suspension for urban commuting.
DeshiBiker · 7/30/2026
Ather Pothole+ Alerts Uses Fleet Data to Warn Riders of Rough Roads
Ather Energy has announced the rollout of Pothole+ Alerts for its electric scooters. Using road data generated by its connected fleet, the system warns of potholes, broken surfaces, uneven sections, and speed breakers before and during a ride, while also suggesting smoother routes. The OTA feature is intended for Gen 2 and newer models including the 450 Apex, 450X, and Rizta Z.
BikeAdvice · 7/30/2026
Hero’s Ather Stake Tops $1.34bn as Zero Holding Falls to 0.8%
RideApart compared Hero MotoCorp’s EV investments. Hero has put about $175.6 million into Ather Energy, and its roughly 30% stake is now valued above $1.34 billion after Ather’s listing. Its Zero Motorcycles holding has fallen from 6.9% to 0.8% and was valued at $1.9 million in FY26, although joint electric-motorcycle development continues.
RideApart · 7/29/2026
Indian EV Startup Avore Electric Launches EX Series Electric Motorcycles From Rs 1.25 Lakh
Gujarat-based startup Avore Electric has launched its EX Series electric motorcycles (EX1, EX2, EX2S) in India, priced from Rs 1.25 to 1.70 lakh (roughly ¥220,000-300,000), with a claimed range of up to 260km. The top variant even includes a simulated manual gear-shift mode.
MotorBeam · 7/28/2026
Royal Enfield to Keep ICE at Its Core as Flying Flea Begins Its EV Journey
Royal Enfield's parent Eicher Motors said in its annual report that the company will keep ICE motorcycles at the core of its business while gradually expanding into EVs through its new Flying Flea brand. Flying Flea's first electric model, the C6, launched at Rs 2.79 lakh (Rs 1.99 lakh under a Battery-as-a-Service option), is designed to complement rather than replace the existing petrol lineup. Executive chairman Siddhartha Lal said the company remains 'committed to building its electric future but will continue investing in petrol-powered motorcycles for as long as possible.'
Autocar India · 7/28/2026
Royal Enfield Expands Flying Flea Electric Dealership Network in Bengaluru
Royal Enfield is widening the retail footprint of its Flying Flea electric motorcycle sub-brand in Bengaluru. Having already launched the urban-focused C6, the company is also preparing to roll out the off-road-leaning S6 scrambler, signaling that its electric strategy in India is moving into full gear.
BikeAdvice · 7/28/2026
Indian EV Startup Avore Launches its EX Electric Motorcycle Range
Gujarat-based EV brand Avore has launched its EX electric motorcycle range in India, comprising three models — EX1, EX2 and EX2S — priced between Rs 1.23-1.70 lakh. The launch adds a new domestic player to India's fast-growing electric motorcycle segment.
BikeAdvice · 7/28/2026
Hero Vida Makes Its First Move Abroad Into Nepal With the VX2 Scooter and the Dirt.E K3
Hero MotoCorp has chosen Nepal as the first overseas market for its electric brand Vida. Partnering with CG Motors, part of the local Chaudhary Group, it will sell the VX2 electric scooter in Go and Plus versions and the Dirt.E K3 electric off-road bike aimed at younger riders. The expansion follows 102,097 domestic sales in India between January and June 2026.
Motoroids · 7/27/2026
India's River Indie Passes 50,000 Units Built as June Sales Jump 264% Into the EV Scooter Top Five
River Mobility of India has reached cumulative production of 50,000 Indie electric scooters at its Hoskote plant in Karnataka, in under three years from launch. June sales of 5,217 units were up 264.32% from 1,432 a year earlier, putting it in India's top five for monthly electric two-wheeler sales. Its retail network has also grown from 34 stores in October 2025 to more than 75.
RushLane · 7/27/2026
Royal Enfield Widens Flying Flea EV Retail Network in Bengaluru With 10 New Touchpoints
Royal Enfield has significantly expanded the sales and service network for its Flying Flea electric motorcycle in Bengaluru, adding 10 new touchpoints to accelerate its urban EV rollout. For a brand famed for classic single-cylinder machines, electrification is a fresh challenge, and it is steadily building its footing.
RushLane · 7/27/2026
Hero MotoCorp's Vida Enters Nepal With VX2 Scooter and Dirt.e K3
Hero MotoCorp's electric brand Vida has entered Nepal as its first international market, partnering with local firm CG Motors to launch the VX2 electric scooters and the youth-oriented Dirt.e K3 electric off-roader. It's Vida's first move outside India, a strategic step toward wider electric two-wheeler adoption across South Asia.
GaadiWaadi · 7/27/2026
Bajaj's First Electric Motorcycle Is Coming Soon, Timeline Revealed
India's Bajaj is set to launch its first electric motorcycle soon, with a launch timeline reported. Having led with the Chetak e-scooter, Bajaj is now stepping into full electric motorcycles.
BikeJunction · 7/27/2026
Royal Enfield's 'RE-BALANCE' Strategy Keeps ICE Central While Scaling EVs
Royal Enfield has unveiled 'RE-BALANCE,' a strategy for balancing ICE and EV investment. Chairman Siddhartha Lal said, 'We are building this electric future with real commitment. At the same time, petrol motorcycles will remain central to Royal Enfield for as long as we possibly can.' The first Flying Flea electric model, the FF.C6, has opened its inaugural store in Bengaluru and is set to launch commercially next fiscal year.
Autocar Professional · 7/27/2026
India's River Mobility Ships the 50,000th Indie Electric Scooter, With a New Model in Development
Indian electric two-wheeler startup River Mobility has announced the shipment of the 50,000th unit of its Indie electric scooter, and says a new model is also in development. The milestone shows steady growth for an emerging EV brand and reflects one corner of India's electrification race.
BikeAdvice.in · 7/26/2026
Yamaha Files a Design Patent for a New Electric Scooter, Possibly Laying Groundwork for Electric Two-Wheelers
Yamaha has filed a design patent for a new electric scooter. The report reads the drawings for signs of production intent, and it draws attention as groundwork for electric two-wheelers, not least in India with its deep demand for practical scooters. This remains at the patent stage, and production is not confirmed.
GaadiWaadi · 7/26/2026
TVS Publishes Its June and Q2 2026 Sales Breakdown, Mapping the Jupiter, Apache and iQube
Indian two-wheeler major TVS has published a model-by-model sales breakdown for June and Q2 2026. The figures for mainstays such as the Jupiter, Apache, the electric iQube, the Ntorq and the Raider reveal both demand patterns in the Indian market and how far electrification has come.
RushLane · 7/26/2026
Honda Reveals 10-Model Product Portfolio for India, Including ADV160, Rebel 300/500 and Electric QC3
Honda unveiled a 10-product two-wheeler portfolio for India, made up of seven all-new models and three updated CB350 variants. The ADV160 uses a 156.9cc water-cooled engine and is India's first scooter to support flex-fuel up to E85 via Honda's FlexTech system. The Rebel 300 (286cc) and Rebel 500 (471cc parallel-twin) will each be offered in Standard and E-Clutch variants, alongside the CB500 roadster, XR300L/XR300 Rally dual-purpose bikes (293.5cc), and the QC3 electric scooter. All ten are Made-in-India products for domestic sale and export.
DriveSpark · 7/24/2026
TVS Orbiter Electric Scooter Launched in Nepal at Rs 281,900
Jagdamba Motors, TVS's authorized Nepal distributor, has launched the TVS Orbiter electric scooter at an introductory price of Rs 281,900 (about ¥310,000). Powered by a 3.1kWh battery and 2.5kW motor, it offers a claimed 158km IDC range, 34 liters of storage, cruise control, and connected features — TVS's second EV launch in Nepal after the iQube.
Meroauto · 7/24/2026
Bajaj Confirms Electric Motorcycle, Export Markets Get It First
Bajaj Auto has officially confirmed the launch of an electric motorcycle, with the export market debut coming before its domestic India launch. The strategy marks Bajaj's entry into electric motorcycles starting overseas rather than at home.
The Bike Junction · 7/24/2026
Bajaj Developing Electric Motorcycle, Set to Launch in Export Markets First
According to RideApart, Bajaj has revealed it is developing an electric motorcycle. Positioned as a genuinely global product, the plan calls for export markets to receive it before India, with overseas markets set to take the first orders.
RideApart · 7/23/2026
Bajaj Developing Electric Motorcycle, Targets Global Markets First Ahead of FY2028 Debut
Bajaj Auto is reportedly developing an electric motorcycle, with a debut expected in FY2028. According to reports, the plan calls for launching in overseas markets before India. It's a closely watched project that could become the company's second pillar in electric two-wheelers, following the electric scooter Chetak.
BikeWale · 7/23/2026
TVS Closes the Scooter Gap on Honda with iQube and Orbiter
TVS is narrowing the scooter sales gap with Honda, driven by the electric iQube and the new Orbiter. Last month, TVS became the second electric two-wheeler maker in India to surpass one million cumulative retail sales, cementing its position through electrification.
GaadiWaadi · 7/23/2026
Bajaj to Launch Its First Electric Motorcycle in FY28, Prioritizing Export Over Domestic Pulsar Electrification
India's Bajaj Auto has indicated it plans to launch its first electric motorcycle in FY28 (fiscal year 2027). CFO Dinesh Thapar mentioned this at a post-earnings briefing. The company will electrify its flagship Pulsar and Boxer models, adopting an 'export-first' strategy that launches them in overseas markets before rolling out domestically. Supply will come from the Pune plant, with production capacity planned to increase by around 20%.
Business Today · 7/23/2026
India's Simple Energy to Unveil New Family Electric Scooter September 2, Likely Named 'Arrive'
India's Simple Energy has revealed it plans to unveil a new family-oriented electric scooter on September 2. The model is likely to be named 'Arrive.' It's positioned as a family scooter aimed at making everyday commuting, school runs, and shopping easier.
Motoroids · 7/23/2026
TVS Brings Electric Scooter Orbiter to Nepal, Expanding EV Push Beyond India
India's TVS Motor has launched its Orbiter electric scooter in Nepal, extending its electrification efforts outside India. The move is seen as part of a broader EV push across South Asia, carrying electric two-wheeler expertise built at home into neighboring markets.
ACKO Drive · 7/22/2026
Design Registration for Suspected New Yamaha Electric Scooter Leaked
A design registration believed to be for a new Yamaha electric scooter has leaked. While the filing reveals details of the bodywork, it remains unclear whether the model will launch in the Indian market. It offers a clue to Yamaha's next move as it pushes forward with electrification.
BikeWale · 7/22/2026
India's River Updates Electric Scooter 'Indie' With Revamped Mechanicals, New Colors and Pricing
According to ZigWheels, Indian EV startup River has updated its electric scooter, the Indie. Alongside mechanical changes, the update brings upgraded equipment, new color options, and revised pricing, sharpening its appeal as a practicality-focused family electric scooter.
ZigWheels · 7/22/2026
India's Simple Energy to Unveil Family Electric Scooter 'Arrive' on September 2
Indian EV startup Simple Energy has revealed it will unveil its first family-oriented electric scooter, the 'Simple Arrive,' on September 2, 2026. Marking a shift from the brand's previous high-performance focus, the model is expected to be designed for everyday family use. A new entrant joins India's rapidly expanding electric two-wheeler market.
RushLane · 7/22/2026
Simple Energy to Reveal Affordable Family Electric Scooter 'Arrive' on September 2
India's Simple Energy has confirmed September 2 as the reveal date for the company's first family-oriented electric scooter. The model is expected to be named 'Arrive' and is set to launch as an affordably priced family EV.
GaadiWaadi · 7/22/2026
Bajaj to Launch Its First Electric Motorcycle by FY28, With Global Exports Planned
Bajaj Auto has revealed plans to launch its first electric motorcycle in India by FY28 (fiscal year 2028). Exports to global markets from its Pune plant are also planned, marking the company's full-scale entry into two-wheeler electrification.
BikeAdvice.in · 7/22/2026
Bajaj to Launch Its First Electric Motorcycle, Company Confirms FY2028 Release
India's Bajaj Auto has officially confirmed it will launch its first electric motorcycle in fiscal year 2028 (FY28). Bajaj, which has so far focused its electrification efforts on scooters such as the Chetak, plans to extend that push into motorcycles as well. The move adds another electric option to one of the world's largest motorcycle markets.
GaadiWaadi · 7/22/2026