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    Yamaha R3 and MT-03 Could Get Rs 30k Price Cut With GST Revision

    Yamaha R3Recently, Yamaha Motor India announced the new prices of its portfolio in response to the revised GST 2.0 tax slabs introduced by the Indian Government. The maximum price cut was enjoyed by its popular R15 motorcycle at Rs 17,581 (Ex-sh). Alongside R15, Yamaha announced price cuts for all of its motorcycles and scooters sold in India.
    However, there were two vehicles missing from this list and were not subject to any price hikes. These are R3 and MT-03, both of which are powered by a 321cc engine, eligible for GST 2.0 tax reforms. New report suggests that Yamaha is considering to offer a price cut of around Rs 30,000 with R3 and MT-03, making them more affordable to buyers.
    Yamaha R3 and MT-03 Rs 30k Price Cut
    Only the R3 and MT-03 in Yamaha’s Indian portfolio are brought into the country via the CBU route, while others are locally manufactured. Both of these vehicles had received lukewarm response from Indian motorcycling enthusiasts owing to their high prices and the fact that they are older generation models, when compared to global markets.
    Yamaha MT-03
    Yamaha is trying to fix the pricing aspect of these motorcycles as the company recently employed up to Rs 1.1 lakh price reduction on R3 and MT-03. With this new pricing strategy, R3 was priced at Rs 3.60 lakh (Ex-sh) and MT-03 at Rs 3.5 lakh (Ex-sh). Now, Yamaha is set to slash prices further with the new GST 2.0 reforms.
    A recent report has revealed that Yamaha will be offering a price cut of up to Rs 30,000 on R3 and MT-03, taking the Ex-sh prices down to around Rs 3.2 lakh for MT-03 and Rs 3.3 lakh for R3. These motorcycles lock horns with motorcycles like KTM 390 Duke, RC 390, TVS Apache RTR 310, Apache RR 310, Triumph Speed 400 and Thruxton 400 among others.
    Any other updates?
    Both motorcycles are powered by the same 321cc parallel twin cylinder DOHC 4V/cyl liquid cooled engine with up to 42 bhp of peak power and 29.5 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. While all of R3 and MT-03’s rivals have gotten more expensive with GST 2.0 reforms, Yamaha seems to be having the last laugh.
    These premium imported motorcycles are sold via Yamaha’s Blue Square dealerships and Yamaha is yet to release current versions of R3 and MT-03 in India available in global markets.
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    Wuling BinguoEV, Bingo SUV, Almaz RS Spied In India – New MG EVs, Hector Facelift?

    Wuling Bingo SUV and Almaz RS Spied in IndiaJSW MG Motor India has a successful portfolio in India since they launched the Windsor EV. This compact electric vehicle has emerged as the company’s best-seller and the country’s best-selling electric vehicle. While Windsor EV is keeping the cash registers ringing, the company seems to be planning to expand its portfolio.
    These speculations follow after three Wuling vehicles were spied from JSW’s parking lot. Two of these are all new for India, but the third one is familiar to us. We’re talking about the Wuling Almaz RS, which is Wuling’s version of MG Hector. The other two are BinguoEV and Bingo SUV. Let’s take a closer look.
    Wuling BinguoEV Spied in India
    Wuling BinguoEV
    This is probably the most interesting of these three vehicles spied in India at JSW’s parking lot. Wuling BinguoEV is a sub 4m electric hatchback with a curvaceous body and a chic appearance. It is offered with pastel colours like Milk Tea, Galaxy Blue and Mousse Green. It is a cute-looking car that might be positioned between Comet EV and Windsor EV.
    Wuling BinguoEV Interiors
    BinguoEV has a 5-door body format and expressive LED headlight setup with integrating LED DRL setup and similar effect LED tail lights. It has 15-inch wheels and shares most of its interior elements with Comet EV. DImensionally, BinguoEV is 3,950 mm long, 1,708 mm wide, 1,580 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,560 mm and a 310L boot which can be expanded to 790L.
    Wuling BinguoEV Patented In India
    It is powered by a 31.9 kWh battery with 333 km range or a 37.9 kWh battery with 410 km range. Peak power of motor is 41 bhp with former and 68 bhp with latter. To make things interesting, BinguoEV has been patented in India already.
    Wuling Bingo SUV
    Also called Binguo Plus EV, It is exactly what the name suggests, it is a slightly SUV-ish version of BinguoEV if it too cute-sy for you. It gets slightly macho-ish design with slightly revised headlights and tail lights with sharper look. Bingo SUV is larger too as it measures 4,090 mm long, 1,720 mm wide, 1,570 mm tall and has a 2,610 mm wheelbase.
    Wuling Bingo SUV and Almaz RS
    Because of its size, it is packing a larger battery with up to 50.6 kWh capacity and 510 km of maximum range. It is powered by a more powerful motor churning out 101 bhp. Just like its exteriors, interiors of Wuling Bingo SUV are more conventional and lack cute-sy elements with a chic appeal.
    Wuling Almaz RS
    The MG Hector sold in India is also sold as Baojun 530 in China, Chevrolet Captiva in South America and Wuling Almaz in Indonesia. The model which we see in the spy shots from JSW’s parking lot is that of Wuling Almaz RS, the top-spec version of Almaz sold in Indonesia.
    Wuling Almaz RS
    As of now, JSW MG Motor India is keen on launching Majestor SUV in India with triple differential lock and other goodness. The company is yet to confirm any new launches for India. We wish MG launches Baojun Yep Plus in India which is also sold as Chevrolet Spark in some markets.
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    Honda 2W GST Cut Prices – Activa, Shine, CB350, Hornet, Dio, Livo, Unicorn

    Honda CB350 Modified into a Tourer by KijimaHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced that it will fully pass on the benefits of the recently announced GST rate reduction to its customers across its two-wheeler portfolio. The move comes after the GST Council’s decision to reduce the GST on two-wheelers from 28% to 18% (under 350cc), aimed at improving affordability and boosting demand in the personal mobility segment.
    With this revision, HMSI customers will now enjoy ex-showroom price savings of up to Rs 18,887, depending on the model. The benefits extend across the scooter and commuter motorcycle range, covering popular models such as Activa, Dio, Shine, Unicorn, Hornet, and the CB350 series.
    Price Benefits Across Scooters and Motorcycles
    The reduction makes India’s best-selling scooter, the Honda Activa, more accessible, with savings of up to Rs 8,259 on the Activa 125 and up to Rs 7,874 on the Activa 110. Similarly, the Dio 110 and Dio 125 now offer benefits of Rs 7,157 and Rs 8,042, respectively.
    Commuter motorcycles, which are a backbone of mobility in both urban and rural areas, also see significant GST benefits. The Shine 125 now comes with savings of Rs 7,443, while the SP125 gets a reduction of Rs 8,447. The Unicorn stands out with a benefit of up to Rs 9,948.
    Honda 2W GST Cut Prices
    Among the sportier and premium options, the Hornet 2.0 sees a price drop of Rs 13,026, while the NX200 comes with a GST benefit of Rs 13,978. The biggest savings are on the CB350 range, with the CB350 H’ness, CB350RS, and CB350 each offering benefits of up to Rs 18,598, Rs 18,857, and Rs 18,887, respectively.
    HMSI’s Statement
    Commenting on the development, Mr. Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales & Marketing, HMSI, said, “We welcome the Indian government’s recent GST reform. This strategic initiative will not only improve personal mobility, but also boost the economic growth. The reduction in GST on two-wheelers and spare parts is a timely and forward-looking step, making vehicles more affordable and strengthening the overall ecosystem.
    HMSI is fully committed to passing on the benefit to our customers. With the festive season approaching, this move will help us reach a wider audience in both urban and rural markets. This rationalization not only supports customers but also strengthens the entire value chain, positively impacting dealers, suppliers, and local businesses. Simultaneously, we are evaluating the impact of the new 40% GST slab on our premium motorcycles to ensure a balanced, customer-focused approach across our portfolio.
    HMSI remains focused on delivering advanced and reliable mobility solutions, and we deeply appreciate the government’s continued support for the industry and its consumers.”
    Looking Ahead
    HMSI has also confirmed that it is evaluating the impact of the new 40% GST slab on its premium motorcycles to ensure a balanced and customer-focused approach. Alongside price reductions, the company will initiate customer outreach programs to highlight these benefits and encourage wider adoption. With these revisions, HMSI aims to reinforce its leadership in the scooter and commuter motorcycle segments while driving growth in the mid-size and premium space. More

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    Tata Nexon EV ADAS Variant Launch Price Rs 17.29 Lakh

    Tata Nexon EV ADAS VariantTata Motors has updated its Nexon EV 45 range with a focus on safety and design. The sub 4m SUV now comes with Level-2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and additional convenience features, while a new DARK edition expands the line-up with an all-black styling package.
    Safety Upgrade with ADAS
    Nexon EV 45 now includes a suite of ADAS functions such as lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, forward collision warning with autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, lane centering, and high beam assist. These additions place the Nexon.ev among the few EVs in India offering advanced driver-assist technology in this price bracket.
    Tata Nexon EV ADAS Variant
    The move also aligns with Tata’s broader safety positioning. The Nexon EV range carries a 5-star Bharat-NCAP rating, and the 45 variant retains its lifetime high-voltage battery warranty for the first owner.
    New Additions to the 45 Line-up
    Alongside ADAS, the Nexon.ev 45 receives features like a rear window sunshade and ambient lighting, aimed at improving comfort and in-cabin ambience.
    Pricing (ex-showroom) has been announced as follows:
    Empowered + A: Rs 17.29 lakh (Rs 30k more than same variant without ADAS)
    Empowered + A DARK: Rs 17.49 lakh (Rs 30k more than same variant without ADAS)
    Red DARK: Rs 17.49 lakh
    Tata Nexon EV ADAS Variant
    DARK Edition Expands Styling Choices
    The DARK edition brings an all-black exterior finish, dark leatherette interiors, and a redesigned user interface for the 31.24 cm Harman infotainment screen. It also carries over the Nexon.ev’s practical credentials, including a real-world range of 350–370 km for the C75 variant, fast-charging capability (20–80% in 40 minutes), and V2V/V2L functions.
    Commenting on the enhancements to the Nexon.ev 45 portfolio, Mr. Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., said, “At TATA.ev, we strive to enhance our products constantly to make the purchase more meaningful for our customers. The Nexon.ev is a clear representation of how we have worked towards consistently enriching the appeal of our products to increase their value proposition. With the introduction of ADAS safety tech , and the launch of the DARK edition, we are bringing a distinct and sophisticated aesthetic to the Nexon.ev, while boosting its safety and premium credentials even further. The Nexon.ev stands as a true reflection of our commitment to delivering best-in-class features to customers and thus accelerating our mission to lead the mobility industry through innovation.”
    Broader Context
    Since its 2020 debut, the Nexon.ev has been central to India’s EV adoption, maintaining a lead in sales volumes. By adding ADAS, Tata.ev is aiming to reinforce its position in the maturing electric SUV segment. The timing of this update, just ahead of the festive season, is expected to support demand for the Nexon.ev portfolio. With multiple variants now covering both mainstream and style-focused buyers, Tata.ev continues to broaden the Nexon.ev’s appeal in India’s growing EV market. More

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    2W Retail Sales Aug 2025 – Honda, Hero, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki, RE, Ola, Ather, Ampere, Vespa

    Honda Activa2W retail sales have seen a healthy YoY and MoM growth in August 2025 while YTD sales have also ended on a positive note
    Early festive-season momentum coupled with improved rural demand has brought about a healthy growth to two wheeler sales in India in August 2025. Total 2w retail sales were at 13,73,675 units, up from 13,44,380 units sold in August 2024 while it was also MoM growth from 13,55,504 units sold in July 2025.
    2W Retail Sales August 2025 – Honda at No. 1
    Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India continued to command the sales list, a position it overtook from Hero MotoCorp in the last month as well. Honda sales stood at 3,54,531 units last month. This was a YoY growth from 3,53,917 units sold in August 2024 while it also posted a MoM improvement from 3,45,802 unit sales of July 2025.
    2W Retail Sales Aug 2025
    Hero MotoCorp sales fell to 3,41,865 units, a decline from 3,59,268 units sold in August 2024. At No. 3 was TVS Motor with 2,71,522 unit sales last month, a healthy growth over 2,37,418 units sold in the same month last year. Market share also saw a surge to 19.77% from 17.66%. Retail sales of Bajaj Auto have been on the decline in recent months. Sales last month were at 1,29,138 units which was a hefty decline from 1,49,552 units sold in August 2024. It was also a sharp MoM decline as sales in July 2025 had been at 1,38,381 units.
    Good retail sales were reported for Suzuki at 90,800 units. This was a YoY growth from 79,857 units sold in August 2024 taking market share up from 5.94% to 6.61%. Royal Enfield also ended August 2025 on a positive note with 71,630 unit sales. It was a significant volume increase over 56,318 units sold in the same month last year. Yamaha sales saw a YoY growth to 53,504 units, up from 52,214 units.
    2W Retail Sales Aug 2025
    Electric 2W Retail Sales August 2025 – Ola, Ather
    In the electric two wheeler segment, Ola Electric has suffered a massive YoY decline. Sales dipped from 27,623 units sold in August 2024 to 18,972 units in the past month. Market share too fell to 1.38% from 2.05% on a YoY basis. Ather Energy closed the gap to Ola Electric with 17,871 unit sales last month. There had been 11,046 units sold in the same month last year. This also brought about a notable YoY increase in its market share to 1.30% from 0.82%. Retail sales also improved for Greaves Electric to 4,498 units, up from 2,824 units sold in August 2024.
    Vespa sales declined to 2,634 units last month. This was a dip from 2,780 units sold in August 2024. Sales of Classic Legends (Jawa / Yezdi / BSA) showed some improvement to 2,406 units over 2,122 units sold in the same month last year while Pure EV sales went up strongly to 1,779 units in the past month from just 291 units sold in August 2024.
    BGauss, River and Kinetic Green have each reported improved YoY sales last month. BGauss sales went up to 1,720 units from 1,111 units. Bengaluru-based startup River Mobility also posted 1,657 unit sales, a healthy improvement from 280 units sold in August 2024 noting strong demand for its Indie electric scooter, its sole product. Kinetic Green also saw its sales improve to robust numbers at 1,513 units in the past month from 388 unit sales of last year. Other OEMs on this list, which also included electric vehicle makers, added 7,635 units to total retail sales. It was a YoY growth from 7,371 units sold in August 2024. More

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    Hero MotoCorp Price Cuts Up To Rs 16k – Splendor, Passion, Destini, Karizma, Xoom, Xtreme, Xpulse

    Hero Splendor : Image – Ryt To KnowHero MotoCorp has announced that it will pass on the complete benefit of the GST 2.0 reforms to its customers. Effective September 22, 2025, this initiative will reduce prices across Hero’s extensive two-wheeler portfolio, making mobility more affordable for millions of Indians.
    The company highlighted that the move comes at an opportune time ahead of the festive season, traditionally the peak demand period for the two-wheeler industry. By extending these benefits, Hero MotoCorp aims to provide additional value to consumers, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas, where two-wheelers remain a crucial enabler of mobility, livelihood, and social empowerment.
    Model-wise GST Benefits (Ex-showroom, Delhi):
    Destini 125 – Up to Rs 7,197Glamour X – Up to Rs 7,813HF Deluxe – Up to Rs 5,805Karizma 210 – Up to Rs 15,743Passion+ – Up to Rs 6,500Pleasure+ – Up to Rs 6,417Splendor+ – Up to Rs 6,820Super Splendor XTEC – Up to Rs 7,254Xoom 110 – Up to Rs 6,597Xoom 125 – Up to Rs 7,291Xoom 160 – Up to Rs 11,602Xpulse 210 – Up to Rs 14,516Xtreme 125R – Up to Rs 8,010Xtreme 160R 4V – Up to Rs 10,985Xtreme 250R – Up to Rs 14,055
    Hero MotoCorp Price Cuts
    With GST benefits of up to Rs 15,743, Hero MotoCorp is positioning its popular models such as the Splendor+, Glamour, Passion+, Xtreme series, Karizma, and Xpulse, as well as scooters like Destini, Pleasure+, and Xoom range, as even more attractive propositions for buyers this festive season. This move is expected to not only lift consumer sentiment but also provide a strong boost to demand in the mass two-wheeler segment, which continues to be the backbone of India’s personal mobility landscape.
    Speaking on the announcement, Mr. Vikram Kasbekar, Chief Executive Officer, Hero MotoCorp, said: “We welcome the Government’s next-gen GST 2.0 reforms, which will boost consumption, empower GDP growth, and accelerate India’s journey to a $ 5 trillion economy. In addition, more than half of the Indian households use two-wheelers for their daily needs, making it critical for mass mobility. The timing is opportune and ahead of the festive season, making two-wheelers more affordable and accessible for India’s largest consumer base, while giving a strong demand push. By passing on the full GST benefit to customers, Hero MotoCorp reaffirms its commitment to enabling mobility, empowering families, and supporting the vision of ‘Make in India’.” More

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    Hero Xoom 160 Sales Commence – Only Via Premia Dealerships

    Hero Xoom 160 AccessorisedPositioned as a ‘Super Scooter’, the new Hero Xoom 160 will be sold via the brand’s Premia dealerships in India
    As part of its portfolio expansion plans, Hero MotoCorp had introduced the Xoom 160 earlier this year in January. Bookings started in July for a token amount of Rs 7,500 and now sales have also commenced. Deliveries are expected to start later this month. Hero Xoom 160 rivals the likes of Yamaha Aerox 155, Aprilia SR 175 and recently launched TVS Ntorq 150. Let’s check out the details.
    Hero Xoom 160 – Styling and features
    With its bold design, powerful performance and advanced features, Hero Xoom 160 has captured the attention of young riders. Xoom 160 is also positioned as a versatile machine that can be fun to ride across both city roads and challenging terrains. Some of the key highlights include dual-chamber LED headlamps, ADV-style front beak, aerodynamic body panelling, compact visor, step-up seat design and upswept exhaust.
    Hero Premia showroom
    Hero Xoom 160 is available in four exciting colour options – Matte Rainforest Green, Summit White, Canyon Red and Matte Volcanic Grey. All these have the same pricing. Hero Xoom 160 is available in a single variant – Xoom ZX, with starting price of Rs 1,48,500.
    Enabling the versatility of Hero Xoom 160 are features such as large 14-inch wheels, wrapped in block-pattern tyres. These are 120/70 at the front and 140/60 at the rear. Users can expect superior grip and smooth rides across rough patches. Suspension setup comprises telescopic forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers.
    With its seat height of 787 mm, Hero Xoom 160 caters to a broad spectrum of users. The scooter has a wheelbase of 1,348 mm and ground clearance of 155 mm. Xoom 160 has a 7-litre fuel tank and kerb weight of 142 kg. Braking setup comprises 240 mm disc at the front  and 140 mm drum brake at the rear. Single-channel ABS is offered as standard.
    Performance, tech kit
    Powering the Hero Xoom 160 is a 156cc, liquid cooled, single cylinder SOHC engine. It generates 14.6 bhp and 14 Nm of torque and is paired with a CVT transmission. In comparison, rival Yamaha Aerox has a 155cc liquid cooled engine that generates 14.79 bhp and 13.9 Nm of torque.
    Recently launched TVS Ntorq 150 utilizes a 149.7cc air cooled engine that generates 13 bhp and 14.2 Nm. Users can access ride modes of Street and Race. Aprilia SR 175 has a 174.7cc air cooled engine that generates 13.08 bhp and 14.14 Nm.
    Hero Xoom 160 has advanced tech features such as i3S silent start technology, which helps save fuel. Other highlights include a smart key with remote seat opening and a digital instrument console with turn-by-turn navigation. Users can also view other info such as fuel level, speed and trip details.
    In terms of pricing, Hero Xoom 160 (Rs 1.48 lakh) is second costliest in this segment. Yamaha Aerox 155 is the costliest, with prices starting at Rs 1.51 lakh. Aprilia SR 175 has a price tag of Rs 1.26 lakh. TVS Ntorq 150 is the most accessible in this group, available in the range of Rs 1.19 lakh to Rs 1.29 lakh. More

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    Royal Enfield 350cc Range Prices Cut By Up To Rs 22k – Classic, Bullet, Hunter, Meteor

    2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350Royal Enfield has announced that it will pass on the full benefit of the GST rate reduction to its customers. The update follows the GST Council’s recent reforms, which lowered GST on motorcycles up to 350cc from 28% to 18%.
    As a result, Royal Enfield’s 350cc range — which includes bestsellers like the Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350, and Meteor 350 — will now see price reductions of up to Rs 22,000. Prices of motorcycles above 350cc will also be revised in line with the new GST structure. The updated prices will be available to customers from September 22, 2025, when the new GST rates come into effect. Below is an estimated new price structure post GST 2.0 of Royal Enfield Motorcycles under 350cc.
    Classic 350
    Current: Rs 1,97,253 – 2,34,972Estimated post-GST Top Variant : Rs 2,12,972 (max benefit applied)
    Hunter 350
    Current: Rs 1,49,900 – 1,74,655Estimated post-GST Top Variant : Rs 1,52,655 (max benefit applied)
    Meteor 350
    Current: Rs 2,08,270 – 2,32,545Estimated post-GST Top Variant : Rs 2,10,545 (max benefit applied)
    Bullet 350
    Current: Rs 1,76,625 – 2,20,466Estimated post-GST Top Variant : Rs 1,98,466 (max benefit applied)
    Royal Enfield 350cc Range Prices Cut
    The 350cc range has long been Royal Enfield’s backbone, accounting for a large share of its sales in India and abroad. With this price reduction, the brand aims to bring its motorcycles within reach of more buyers, particularly first-time customers aspiring to own a Royal Enfield.
    Commenting on the announcement, B Govindarajan, Managing Director – Eicher Motors Ltd., and CEO – Royal Enfield, said: “The Government of India’s latest GST reform will not only make motorcycles under 350cc more accessible but will also excite the first-time buyers. Royal Enfield is delighted to announce that we are passing the full GST benefit of the price revision directly to our consumers, opening the world of Royal Enfield to an even larger community of riders. The 350cc segment, powered by our advanced platform, continues to deliver the perfect balance of heritage, performance and reliability and with the reduced prices, is now even more appealing for riding enthusiasts. Our endeavor has always been to offer a pure motorcycling experience to riders, and this move enables us to make significant progress on that journey and we are hopeful that this will help further fuel the thriving two-wheeler industry in India.”
    GST Benefits Across Range
    Royal Enfield also confirmed that the full GST benefit will extend across its service, apparel, and accessories portfolio. This move will help reduce the overall cost of ownership for riders and enhance the brand’s accessibility beyond motorcycles. The company emphasized that its mission goes beyond selling motorcycles. Over the years, Royal Enfield has cultivated a motorcycling culture rooted in authenticity, exploration, and timeless design. By making its 350cc range more affordable, the brand hopes to bring a new generation of riders into its fold and further fuel the two-wheeler industry’s growth in India. More