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Missing the spark: Will Ola Electric's bike accelerate EV adoption?

Electric two-wheelers haven't quite taken off the way the industry predicted. Can Ola Electric's motorbike charge up the scene?

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

Passenger vehicle sales hit record high in Feb, two-wheelers decline

The three-wheeler segment also showed strong performance, growing by 4.7% Y-o-Y. Total sales for Feb 2025 reached 57,788 units, compared to 55,175 units in the same period last year

Bajaj Auto, Hero MotoCorp, Ola Electric hit 52-week lows; here's why

These two-wheeler makers' stocks have plunged between 40 per cent and 66 per cent from their respective 52-week highs

Delinquencies in 2W segment rise substantially in September: CRIF Highmark

Delinquency in the 31-90 DPD category increased to 4 per cent in September 2024, up from 3.3 per cent in September 2023

Auto exports jump 40% in Jan; domestic dispatches in PVs, 2Ws remain flat

On the export front, car exports saw nearly a 13 per cent drop year-on-year (Y-o-Y), while utility vehicle (UV) exports went up by around 61.5 per cent in January

New OBD emission norms to increase 2W prices by 1-2%: Hero MotoCorp

The new norms, which will come into force on vehicles produced after April 1 this year enhancing real-time emission tracking and diagnostic capabilities

Ola Electric Q3 results: Net loss widens to Rs 564 cr, revenue drops 19%

Its revenue from operations in Q3FY25 dropped 19.36 per cent to Rs 1,045 crore, down from Rs 1,296 crore in the same period last year (YoY)

Hero MotoCorp Q3 Preview: Net profit may climb up to Rs 1,130 crore YoY

Hero MotoCorp is expected to report a steady performance for Q3FY25, with revenue growth driven by higher average selling prices (ASPs) rather than volume growth, analysts said

Budget 2025: Tax relief, policy push to boost electric two-wheeler demand

The Budget also placed a strong emphasis on the gig economy, a sector that plays a crucial role in last-mile deliveries using electric two-wheelers

Bajaj Auto Q3 preview: 2W growth may aid revenue; PAT may rise up to 7% YoY

On the bourses, Bajaj Auto shares settled 0.28 per cent lower at Rs 8380.35. In comparison, BSE Sensex closed 1.08 per cent lower at 75,366.17, on January 27, 2025

Two-wheelers not luxury, tax cut needed to spur demand: HMSI official

Two-wheelers are a necessity and not luxury in the current Indian context and taxes on these vehicles must be reduced as the industry is staring at a single-digit growth next fiscal with affordability becoming an issue, according to a senior executive of Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India. There is also a requirement for income tax rationalisation to enable middle-income people start spending again, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) Director Sales and Marketing Yogesh Mathur told PTI in an interview. In the ongoing fiscal, motorcycle sales have not done as well as the scooter segment due to softness in demand from rural market, due to a variety of factors including delayed monsoons, he added. "From the rationalisation of GST (point of view), we have been requesting the government to really take care of (it) because two-wheelers are actually not a luxury. It is a necessity for our people to commute," Mathur said when asked about demands from the industry for a cut in taxes on

Ather Energy launches multi-language dashboard for Rizta electric scooter

The new feature will allow riders to view their scooter's information and interact with the dashboard

Suzuki Motorcycle India launches electric scooter e-Access, 2 other models

Two-wheeler maker Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) on Friday launched its first electric scooter, e-Access, as well as two other models at Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. Expanding its presence in the Indian two-wheeler market, Japan-based Suzuki Motor Corporation's subsidiary, SMIPL, has taken a significant step towards electric mobility with e-Access. Besides, it launched GIXXER SF 250 Flex Fuel, its first E-85 fuel-compliant motorcycle for the Indian market. E85, also known as flex fuel, is a blend of gasoline and ethanol. Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, Representative Director and President Toshihiro Suzuki said India is the largest market for the company and we are committed to it. "By staying true to our mission of creating products of superior value and focusing on customer satisfaction, we aim to grow further in the motorcycle business and contribute meaningfully to customers' needs," he said. Further, Toshihiro Suzuki resonated with the company's commitment to carbon

Ministry of Heavy Industries backs Siam for GST cut on CNG two-wheelers

Petroleum ministry pushes for car tax reduction

MHI backs SIAM proposal for reducing GST on CNG-powered two wheelers

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) along with other key ministries also endorse the proposal

Battery swapping currently unviable: Electric two-wheeler executives

Battery swapping will only increase the cost for a consumer to run the vehicle, say e2W players

2025 Honda Activa 125 launched with new display and eco-friendly tech

For fans of two-wheelers looking for a blend of innovation and style, the updated Honda Activa 125 promises to be a compelling addition to the market. It is offered in two variants: DLX and H-Smart

CRISIL analysis: Automobile sector faces mixed fortunes amid rural revival

Rural demand had been subdued in the past few financial years owing to low farm profitability because of erratic monsoon and the outsized impact of the pandemic on rural incomes

In growth lane: Exports of passenger vehicles, 2-wheelers surge in 2024

Over 14% of passenger vehicles and 16% of two-wheelers manufactured in the country were exported between January and November