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India e-2W registrations cross 1.18 million; TVS leads, Ola slips in Nov

India's electric two-wheeler market grew 10% in January-November 2025 to 1.18 million registrations. TVS and Bajaj led, while Ola fell sharply in November, Vahan data shows

India e-2W registrations cross 1.18 million; TVS leads, Ola slips in Nov
Updated On : 03 Dec 2025 | 10:58 PM IST

Two-wheeler sales soar to record high in Oct on GST cuts, festive demand

India's two-wheeler industry recorded its best-ever monthly sales in October 2025, buoyed by GST 2.0 rate cuts, festive buying and strong rural demand, with ICRA projecting steady growth for FY26.

Two-wheeler sales soar to record high in Oct on GST cuts, festive demand
Updated On : 27 Nov 2025 | 12:35 AM IST

Hero MotoCorp shares rally 12% in 8 days, eye record high; upside left?

Motilal Oswal Financial Services expects Hero MotoCorp to benefit from a gradual rural recovery, given strong brand equity in the economy and executive segments

Hero MotoCorp shares rally 12% in 8 days, eye record high; upside left?
Updated On : 19 Nov 2025 | 1:54 PM IST

Rural recovery, exports to drive volume growth for Hero MotoCorp

The stock jumped nearly 5 percent as solid festive demand, stronger rural recovery and a sharp rise in exports lifted the company's outlook for FY26

Rural recovery, exports to drive volume growth for Hero MotoCorp
Updated On : 17 Nov 2025 | 9:52 PM IST

Hero MotoCorp enters UK market, partners with MotoGB for distribution

Homegrown two-wheeler major Hero MotoCorp on Thursday announced its foray into the United Kingdom in partnership with MotoGB. The company will introduce its advanced Euro 5+ range, featuring Hunk 440, designed to meet the growing demand for high-performance motorcycles in the region, as part of its UK launch, MotoCorp said in a statement. The UK entry marks the company's 51st international market, strengthening its footprint across Europe, it added. "Following our foray into Italy and Spain, our partnership with MotoGB further strengthens our European footprint," Hero MotoCorp Executive Vice President Sanjay Bhan said. He further said, "The launch of Hunk 440 reflects our deep understanding of UK riders - a motorcycle that stays true to the core of motorcycling while offering style, performance and reliability in an accessible package." Hero MotoCorp said Lancashire-based distributor MotoGB will make its product range available to customers in the UK, initially through a network o

Hero MotoCorp enters UK market, partners with MotoGB for distribution
Updated On : 23 Oct 2025 | 6:15 PM IST

Ather Energy stock zooms 106% in 5 months, hits record high; here's why

Ather Energy share price: In the past one month, the stock price of India's leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer has rallied 25 per cent, as compared to 1.2 per cent rise in the BSE Sensex.

Ather Energy stock zooms 106% in 5 months, hits record high; here's why
Updated On : 06 Oct 2025 | 2:33 PM IST

Electric 2-wheeler registrations up 18% in H1FY26, shows Vahan data

According to the VAHAN data, the number of two-wheeler registrations hit 582,027 in April-September compared to 492,586 in the same period the previous year

Electric 2-wheeler registrations up 18% in H1FY26, shows Vahan data
Updated On : 30 Sep 2025 | 11:20 PM IST

Better demand, tailwinds keeping Street positive on 2-wheeler stocks

Stronger rural demand, festive inventory build-up and GST cut optimism are boosting sentiment on two-wheeler stocks, though valuations now near long-term averages

Better demand, tailwinds keeping Street positive on 2-wheeler stocks
Updated On : 02 Sep 2025 | 10:53 PM IST

EV penetration in domestic 2W market may rise to 40% by FY31: Ather Energy

Electric two-wheeler penetration could rise to about 40 per cent by FY31 in an 'optimistic scenario' when the overall two-wheeler industry in India touch 3-3.1 crore units annually growing at 8 per cent CAGR, according to Ather Energy Ltd. The growth is expected to be driven by increased EV launches, strong government support, rapid infrastructure development, reduced battery prices, and a faster consumer shift, the company said in its annual report for 2024-25. In its management discussion and analysis, Ather Energy said the rapidly expanding EV market, propelled by legacy players increasing their EV portfolios and new entrants expanding capacity, is accelerating growth. The entry of established brands into the EV market is expected to provide significant momentum. The expansion of distribution in the E2W (electric two-wheeler) market is also expected to fuel the sector's growth, it said. "Overall, two-wheeler sales are projected to grow at 7 per cent CAGR, reaching 29-30 million

EV penetration in domestic 2W market may rise to 40% by FY31: Ather Energy
Updated On : 31 Aug 2025 | 11:08 AM IST

Eicher Motors hits all-time high in weak market; what's driving 2W stock?

Eicher Motors share price; the parent company of Royal Enfield, a global manufacturer of middleweight motorcycles, hit a new high of ₹6,109 in intra-day trade on Tuesday.

Eicher Motors hits all-time high in weak market; what's driving 2W stock?
Updated On : 26 Aug 2025 | 11:17 AM IST

EV car sales nearly double in July; two-wheeler demand slips: FADA data

Passenger EV sales surged 93% YoY in July 2025, even as electric two-wheeler volumes fell 4.3% due to production cuts and soft demand, FADA data showed

EV car sales nearly double in July; two-wheeler demand slips: FADA data
Updated On : 08 Aug 2025 | 10:54 PM IST

Honda eyes 30% share in Indian 2W market, targets more women buyers

Japanese auto major Honda is targeting a 30 per cent share in the Indian two-wheeler market by 2030, as it chases the goal to achieve half of global two-wheeler sales in the long term, according to a top official of the company's arm in India. The company's arm, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), sees huge potential to grow sales among female customers, who currently account for just about 10 per cent of the overall industry sales, HMSI President Tsutsumu Otani told PTI in an interview. He also said that while the company sees a shift from internal combustion engine (ICE) to electric vehicles in the two-wheeler segment in the long term, bottlenecks around charging infrastructure and electricity supplies are major impediments at present. "Considering the Indian market size, we want to achieve 30 per cent share in India by 2030," Otani said when asked about the significance of the Indian market in Honda's overall long-term goal to garner 50 per cent of global two-wheeler ...

Honda eyes 30% share in Indian 2W market, targets more women buyers
Updated On : 21 Jul 2025 | 1:08 PM IST

Auto sales up 5% on rural demand boost, passenger vehicles disappoint

Car sales down 3% in May amid tensions with Pak

Auto sales up 5% on rural demand boost, passenger vehicles disappoint
Updated On : 06 Jun 2025 | 10:07 PM IST

Hero MotoCorp Q4 Preview: Net profit may rise up to Rs 1,124 crore YoY

On the bourses, Hero MotoCorp shares were in demand, with the scrip rising up to 2.70 per cent to hit an intraday high of Rs 3958.40 per share.

Hero MotoCorp Q4 Preview: Net profit may rise up to Rs 1,124 crore YoY
Updated On : 12 May 2025 | 12:50 PM IST

Two-wheeler sales off to choppy start; top players see double-digit fall

Domestic sales of Bajaj Auto, HMSI, and Hero MotoCorp, which together have more than a 65 per cent market share, dropped in double digits

Two-wheeler sales off to choppy start; top players see double-digit fall
Updated On : 02 May 2025 | 11:19 PM IST

Two-wheelers see a smooth ride in FY25, domestic sales grow 7.3%

Most manufacturers record double-digit growth in March

Two-wheelers see a smooth ride in FY25, domestic sales grow 7.3%
Updated On : 04 Apr 2025 | 12:28 AM IST

PhonePe joins hands with top insurers, launches low-cost motor insurance

PhonePe is offering two-wheeler insurance with an "Own Damage Cover" starting at just Re 1 on its app

PhonePe joins hands with top insurers, launches low-cost motor insurance
Updated On : 25 Mar 2025 | 1:53 PM IST

Uber introduces AI-powered helmet selfies to boost two-wheeler rider safety

The new safety feature for 'Uber Moto' includes AI-powered helmet selfies for drivers as well as in-app helmet 'nudges' for riders

Uber introduces AI-powered helmet selfies to boost two-wheeler rider safety
Updated On : 19 Mar 2025 | 6:33 PM IST

A wave of launches revs up e2W market; OEMs keep prices competitive

From premium electric motorcycles to mass-market scooters, manufacturers are rapidly expanding their portfolios to capture a larger share of the booming market

A wave of launches revs up e2W market; OEMs keep prices competitive
Updated On : 16 Mar 2025 | 11:50 PM IST

Ultraviolette plans to introduce 10 new electric two-wheelers in 3 years

Electric premium motorcycle maker Ultraviolette plans to bring 10 new products, including scooters and long-range cruiser bikes, in the next three years as it looks to accelerate market presence, company CEO and Co-founder Narayan Subramaniam said on Wednesday. The company, which unveiled its first electric scooter 'Tesseract' along with new lightweight electric motorcycle 'Shockwave' here, is also looking at bringing 'multi-terrain bikes' in future. As part of its new product plans, Ultraviolette, in which TVS Motor Co is an investor, plans a new bike under its existing F series of performance bikes, two more scooters under the S series under which Tesseract will be introduced besides two more lightweight bikes under the L Series along with 'Shockwave'. Electric scooter Tesseract comes at an introductory price of Rs 1.2 lakh for the first 10,000 units after which it will be sold at Rs 1.45 lakh while its e-bike 'Shockwave' comes at an introductory price of Rs 1,49,999 for the first

Ultraviolette plans to introduce 10 new electric two-wheelers in 3 years
Updated On : 05 Mar 2025 | 2:24 PM IST