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    Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 Bookings Start 15th July – 1st Showroom In Chennai

    Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 Bookings Start TomorrowVinfast will open its sales account in the Asian subcontinent with the launch of VF 6 and VF 7, both of which are being showcased at multiple malls across the country. Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 bookings will start 15th July, as per the company’s recent social media post and the first showroom has been set up in Chennai.
    Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 Bookings
    With a USD 2 billion (Rs 17,188 Cr) investment, Vietnamese car brand, Vinfast, is demonstrating strong confidence in electric vehicle future, Indian automotive market and the EV growth projections in the Indian market. The company has set up a manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu and has come a long way.
    Vinfast First Showroom at Mount Road, Chennai : Image – Chennai Updates
    Sales operations will start post launch, which is likely to happen soon. Ahead of that, Vinfast has announced commencement of bookings from tomorrow, 15th July 2025. While the Vietnamese carmaker is showcasing VF 6 and VF 7 at shopping malls across multiple major cities, the first authorised showroom has been set up in Chennai. At Mount Road, to be precise.
    Vinfast has partnered with myTVS to set up 120 service points across the country. With local manufacturing, Vinfast aims at price competitiveness along with market dominance. While an approximate price bracket is still under the rug, it will take on premium electric crossover SUVs from rival brands like Tata Motors, Mahindra Auto, Hyundai Motor India, Kia India, JSW MG Motor India, Maruti Suzuki and others.
    Vinfast Partners With myTVS
    In Vietnam, Vinfast VF 6 is available in two variants – Eco and Plus. With a length of around 4.21m, VF 6 will be the entry level offering from Vinfast and both variants will pack 59.6 kWh battery in Vietnam, promising a range of up to 480 km. Performance is quite high as the Plus variant packs 204 PS and 310 Nm.
    Feature-loaded Experience
    VF 7, on the other hand, is a larger vehicle measuring 4.54m in length and is offered in Eco, Plus and Plus AWD variants in Vietnam. Eco offers the same 59.6 kWh battery as VF 6, but Plus and Plus AWD come with larger 75.6 kWh battery, promising a range of up to 496 km on a single charge. With dual motor AWD variant, performance can go till 354 PS and 500 Nm.
    Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 : Image – Chennai Updates
    Both VF 6 and VF 7 will come with Vinfast’s unique signature styling and will be very well kitted out to compete with offerings from rival brands. Notable features include flush door handles, LED lighting, ADAS suite, HUD, large 12.9-inch infotainment screen, powered seats, premium speakers, auto-dimming IRVM and more. More

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    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Rendered Based On Spy Shots Before Launch

    New TVS Apache RTX 300 RenderTVS has been cooking a lovely dish behind closed doors. The Indian audience got a good peek at it as it was showcased briefly at the 2025 Auto Expo in Delhi NCR. However, it was taken back to the shadows after that brief showcase. Nevertheless, there are enough spy shots and snags of the Apache RTX 300 to compile renders.
    Apache RTX 300 ADV Spied
    TVS Apache RTX 300 Rendered
    Rendering artist Pratyush Rout has penned down a realistic render of the upcoming TVS Apache RTX 300 (name not confirmed) based on these spy shots and snagged images. While the final production version to officially launch might look different, these renders provide a fair idea as to what we can expect from TVS’ first ever adventure tourer.
    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Render
    Apache RTX 300 is one of the most anticipated motorcycle launches in India. It is the company’s first ADV offering as it settles into India’s adventure tourer genre. Based on spy shots and a brief appearance at the 2025 Auto Show, we have come up with renders to depict what this upcoming motorcycle could look like.
    These renders are executed in a bunch of single-tone and dual-tone colourways, with Khaki Green and Silver being my personal favourite. In the side silhouette, we can see a fairly handsome adventure tourer with a lot of attitude and promising exceptional functionality. Scooped out seat allows for a lower seat height and pillion gets a stepped seat.
    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Render
    High-set handlebar allows for an up-right riding posture and allows for decent leverage while standing and riding. Large sculpted fuel tank with Apache RTX branding gives dominating presence and the semi fairing protects rider from wind blasts on long rides. Also protecting from wind blasts is a rather tall windscreen.
    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Render
    Features & Equipment
    Where utility is concerned, TVS Apache RTX 300 render gets a sturdy rear luggage rack and a short tail tidy. Exhaust is slightly up-swept which should provide decent water-wading capability too. These renders ride on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels wrapped with dual-purpose tyres for on and off road capability.
    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Render
    Bike is suspended on USD telescopic front forks and a rear mono-shock unit mounted on a trellis frame. Braking duty is handled by single petal rotors at both ends with premium callipers. The company will provide dual-channel ABS, that could be switchable for some off-road fun. The suspension is adjustable on this render, which might be the case with production model too.
    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Render
    TVS is likely to offer a host of electronic rider aids along with cruise control, cornering ABS, cornering cruise control, traction control, riding modes, wheelie control and many more. The company will offer a fully digital colour instrument cluster with a host of connected features including trip telemetry, music control and navigation data.
    New RT-XD4 Engine!
    TVS Motor, one of India’s leading 2W and 3W manufacturers, sells a host of motorcycle genres including budget commuters, premium commuters, street fighters and even supersport offerings. However, the company currently lacks off-roaders and tourers in its portfolio. That’s where the upcoming Apache RTX 300 Adventure tourer comes into action.
    New TVS Apache RTX 300 Render
    This motorcycle will be powered by the company’s new RT-XD4 engine. This new powertrain developed in-house by TVS displaces 299cc and is rated to deliver 35.45 PS of peak power and 28.5 Nm of peak torque. This engine is a single-cylinder unit with a 4V/cyl head and liquid-cooling, which will be mated to a slipper clutch and a 6-speed gearbox. Even a bi-directional quick-shifter is likely to make it to production. More

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    2W Retail Sales June 2025 – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki, RE, Ather

    Honda DioHero MotoCorp continued its dominance of the two-wheeler sales list last month, closely followed by Honda, TVS, and Bajaj
    2W retail sales gained a 4.73% YoY growth in June 2025, boosted by several favorable factors such as weather and festivities and a strong market demand. As reported by FADA, retail sales went up to 14,46,387 units in June 2025, up by 65,347 units over 13,81,040 unit sales of June 2024.
    Retail 2W sales however, suffered a sharp 12.48% MoM decline as there had been 16,52,637 units sold in May 2025. The sales list was dominated by Hero MotoCorp, Honda, TVS and Bajaj with these 4 best-selling two wheeler OEMs currently commanding a combined market share of 82%.
    2W Sales June 2025
    Hero MotoCorp maintained its stronghold in the segment with retail sales of 3,93,832 units, even as sales declined YoY from 3,97,620 units sold in June 2024. At No. 2 was Honda with a 24.56% market share and 3,55,295 unit sales last month, a growth over 3,52,502 unit retail sales of June 2024.
    TVS Motor sales went up to 2,82,309 units, well over 2,36,947 units of June 2024 taking market share up to 19.52% from 17.16% YoY. The 4th 2W manufacturer to witness sales well above the 1 lakh unit mark was Bajaj Auto, sales of which grew to 1,56,360 units in the past month. The new Bajaj Dominar 400cc and 250cc models could significantly stir up sales, thanks to its affordable pricing, revolutionary feature and technology updates and improved safety equipment.
    2W Retail Sales June 2025
    2W Sub-1 lakh Unit Retail Sales June 2025
    At No. 5 on the FADA retail sales list for June 2025 was Suzuki Motorcycle India with 85,309 unit sales, up from 73,481 units sold in the same month last year. Market share also improved to 5.90% from 5.32% YoY. A marked YoY growth in retail sales was reported by Royal Enfield. Sales scaled up to 70,640 units in the past month from 56,463 unit sales in the same month last year.
    Yamaha on the other hand, suffered a YoY decline in retail sales to 48,690 units from 50,286 units. In the electric 2W segment, Ola Electric sales fell to 20,190 units last month. There had been 36,859 units sold in June 2024. Ather Energy, having spruced up their Rizta portfolio to now include the Rizta S electric scooter, saw sales of 14,526 units last month. This was a hefty 8.310 unit volume increase form 6,216 units sold in June 2024.
    Greaves Electric also saw a marked increase in retail sales to 4,199 units from 2,716 units on a YoY basis while Piaggio sales declined to 2,270 units in June 2025 from 2,736 units sold in the same month last year. Retail sales of BGauss went up to 1,952 units from 1,062 units YoY but Classic Legends suffered a steep decline to 1,892 units in the past month from 2,097 units sold in June 2024. Other OEMs, which also included electric 2W added 8,923 units to total retail sales last month, up from 8,162 unit sales of June 2024. More

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    Hero Vida VX2 First Ride Review – Segue Into The Leaderboards?

    Hero Vida VX2 First Ride ReviewHero MotoCorp’s onslaught into electric scooter segment has been amplified with the launch of Vida VX2. This is the first electric 2W in India to offer BaaS prices on scooter’s price tag, similar to what MG introduced with Windsor EV. This is an unprecedented move by Hero MotoCorp which is likely to propel Vida’s sales into the leaderboards.
    Vida VX2 has a lot going for it and the company has immense faith in this project. This is by far the most ambitious move by Hero MotoCorp within electric scooter segment. We experienced this scooter in Bengaluru at the national media drive. After riding it for around a day, this is what we think about Vida VX2 Plus variant.
    Hero Vida VX2 Design
    Hero Vida VX2 First Ride Review – Attractive BaaS Prices
    Rs 44,990! That’s the price Hero MotoCorp is advertising heavily with Vida VX2. To put it into perspective, Vida VX2 costs less than the most affordable new iPhone. While this could be a glaring reflection of just how ridiculously expensive Apple products can get, we can’t glance over the fact that Hero has got pricing bang on. The company has achieved it by offering Battery as a Service (BaaS).
    Hero Vida VX2 Design
    So, the Rs 44,490 includes pricing for base Vida VX2 Go (Ex-sh) + Rs 0.96 per km and an introductory offer. Hero has not disclosed a timeframe for this introductory offer. Once this offer ends, prices will start from Rs 59,490 (Ex-sh) + battery rental cost for the base Go variant and Rs 64,990 (Ex-sh) + battery rental cost for the top-spec Plus variant. Without BaaS, Go variant costs Rs 0.99L (Ex-sh) and Plus variant costs Rs 1.1 lakh (Ex-sh).
    Hero Vida VX2 Design
    Not a single rival brand offers BaaS pricing model on the vehicle, lowering upfront costs considerably. This is likely to emerge as a key turning point in Hero MotoCorp’s journey in the country’s electric scooter industry. With BaaS plans, Hero is also bundling access to their Vida DC fast charging network, which is growing as we speak.
    Hero Vida VX2 Design
    Design & Appearance
    Where design is concerned, Hero Vida VX2 is a familiar scooter, which was showcased as Vida Z at 2024 EICMA Show. VX2 looks quite nice and a lot simpler than V2 lineup does. Design is somewhat cohesive and it doesn’t look out of place in any way. ‘We Care’ LED headlight and LED tail light signatures are familiar and so are its LED turn indicators. Body panels are minimal, especially when compared to Vida V2 lineup.
    Hero Vida VX2 Colours
    There’s a single-piece seat and even a pillion backrest. Floorboard is flat and can accommodate quite a lot of cargo, if necessary. There’s also a handy 5L glovebox behind the front apron which can take some items including smartphone, gloves and other paraphernalia. Vida VX2 rides on 12-inch alloy wheels on both ends, which get dual-tone machined finish. Rear swingarm is single-sided and it proudly exhibits this wheel down for the world to look at.
    Hero Vida VX2 Colours
    Vida VX2 gets a total of seven colours – Matte Inspired White, Matte Giallo Lime, Autumn Orange, Pearl Red, Matte Gun Metal Grey, Nexus Blue and Pearl Black. Among all these colours, Matte Gun Metal Grey is quite special as it is the only one that gets contrasting Orange highlights on floorboard.
    Hero Vida VX2 Design
    Switchgear looks quite nice and operates well with reassuring clicks. Left side switchgear has low beam / high beam and integrated flasher, a 4-way joystick to operate the new fully-digital TFT colour instrument cluster, an SOS button which gets its own flap so that users don’t press it accidentally, turn indicators and a horn switch.
    Hero Vida VX2 Front 5L Storage
    On the right hand side, we get a toggle for hazard light function, Mode selector which also doubles as a toggle to shift into Reverse Mode and then there’s a Start button / Kill Switch. Unlike Vida V2 lineup, VX2 does not get keyless go feature and gets a regular conventional key and a conventional keyhole. Boot release is integrated into this keyhole and works as expected.
    Hero Vida VX2 Key
    Beside this keyhole, is a Type-A USB charging port behind a flap. Above glovebox, towards the left, we can see a flap that opens up to a DC fast charging port. Home charging is done by lifting the seat and connecting charger into the AC charging port. Under-seat storage is up to 33L, which is commendable for a scooter with removable battery tech that eats up into the boot area.
    Hero Vida VX2 TFT Cluster
    Ergonomics & Features
    Vida VX2 offers a long seat which is fairly cushioned with adequate support. Short city commutes, which is the intended use case for Vida VX2, on this scooter is a cakewalk for both rider and pillion. Rider sits upright and pillion gets decent room and positioning of footpegs is comfortable as well. Vida VX2 falls quite well into the family-style scooter genre with no surprises for users.
    Hero Vida VX2 App Interface
    Where features are concerned, the main highlight is its 4.3-inch TFT instrument cluster on Vida VX2 Plus variant. This is a fairly bright display that can be controlled from the 4-way joystick. This cluster is paired with a dedicated Vida app with quite a lot of functionalities. This cluster supports music control and turn-by-turn navigation. With the app, users can access detailed stats, trip analysis and a host of other details and information.
    Hero Vida VX2 App Interface
    Navigation can be set from the app and it will be projected on the screen. Nearest charger info is a handy feature too. Other notable features include remote immobilization, live tracking, geo fencing and a ring my scooter feature, which should come in handy in shopping mall parking lots to pinpoint the scooter. LED lighting all around, fancy switchgear, hazard light and removable battery are other notable elements.
    Hero Vida VX2 Brakes, Motor
    EVOOTER & BaaS
    Speaking of removable batteries, they are by far the most important feature of Vida VX2. It is the fundamental element in the EVOOTER marketing term that Hero has coined for VX2. In the VX2 Plus variant we experienced, Hero is offering a 3.4 kWh battery promising a range of up to 140 km. Based on our short ride experience, one can expect a real-world range of around 100 km and depends vastly on the way it is ridden.
    Hero Vida VX2 Switchgear
    We say this because regeneration is not automatic. In this sense, Vida VX2 will not charge batteries under deceleration on its own. Users have to use the two-way throttle and twist it to the other side, so as to get regeneration. It allows for an unintrusive riding experience, one that is close to ICE scooters, but regen does not happen automatically. VX2 even comes to a complete halt twisting the throttle in reverse.
    Hero Vida VX2 Three Methods Of Charging
    Same procedure is for Reverse Mode, twisting throttle in reverse takes the scooter back with an audible beep. To access removable batteries, one has to unlock the seat from keyhole and then use same key to unlock a plastic door that covers battery area. One can remove these batteries and then charge them separately or directly plug in the same AC charger. Also, Vida DC charging is at user’s disposal too, which is unlocked for BaaS customers.
    Hero Vida VX2 DC Charging
    Speaking of, BaaS plans are provided by Hero FinCorp and Vidyuttech Services in 2 Year, 3 Year and 5 Year durations, with a minimum monthly charge. Once the 3 year or 5 year duration is complete, buyers will get full ownership of scooter and batteries. Depending on the variant (Go and Plus) and plan chosen (2 Year, 3 Year and 5 year), users will have to pay a monthly fee ranging between Rs 1.1K and 2.2K.
    Hero Vida VX2 Design
    Ride & Handling
    Vida VX2 rides very similarly to other family format electric and ICE scooters. Buyers will be treated with a decently plush ride quality and the 12-inch wheels at both ends ensure reasonable bump absorption too. This is not a corner carver and should not be treated as such. Overall ride dynamics are comfortable, which is on par with this segment. With Vida Plus, one can expect around 100 km of real-world range with mixed usage.
    Hero Vida VX2 Removable Battery & Boot
    There are three riding modes – Eco, Ride and Sport. The latter unlocks all of its performance. Performance is brisk and the power delivery from its swingarm-mounted motor. There is no jerk in power delivery and the overall throttle transitions are quite smooth. Braking performance could have been better, especially with front disc brake. Using both brakes at once is a lot more reassuring.
    Hero Vida VX2 Loose ORVM
    Reservations & Conclusion
    As impressive as the Vida VX2 was, there is room for growth. During our time with Vida VX2, we came across a quality control issue too. Which was in the ORVMs, where it was loose and spinning on its own across the ride, despite manually tightening it. It even fell out on its own while returning. If this is the same ORVM stalk that Hero uses with Mavrick 440 and Xpulse, it is likely to rust very soon.
    Hero Vida VX2 Flimsy Battery Door
    We felt that the removable battery door could have been executed better. Hero could have completely ignored this lockable battery door because it is made of plastic and a dedicated thief can get into this area with relative ease. Also, there’s always a fear of accidentally forgetting the key inside the boot and shutting the seat. I can imagine myself in this situation and it can happen to anyone.
    Hero Vida VX2 AC & DC Charging
    That said, Hero MotoCorp has taken a giant leap in India’s electric scooter segment with Vida VX2 and it is likely to propel Hero’s name into the leaderboards. It looks right, it rides the way it should, packs a lot of features expected in this segment and offers the flexibility of BaaS prices on both scooter and battery, which no other brand is currently doing. With sheer affordability factor, further sweetened with introductory offer makes Vida VX2 a winner in Hero’s portfolio. More

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    Bajaj Pulsar N150 De-Listed From Website – Discontinued For Good?

    Bajaj Pulsar N150Pulsar lineup from Bajaj Auto has been one of the, if not, the most celebrated motorcycle brands in Indian market. Bajaj practically dominated India’s premium commuter segment with Pulsar since its launch, which it continues to do even today. However, not all Pulsars are received by buyers in a similar manner.
    This brings the spotlight on Pulsar N150, which has been de-listed from Bajaj’s official website. The company has not mentioned this is a temporary discontinuation or it is getting rid of this bike altogether. Pulsar N150 was positioned below N160, which is quite a popular bike in India. Let’s take a closer look.
    Bajaj Pulsar N150 Discontinued
    Within the rather extensive Pulsar lineup, there used to be two 150cc Pulsars. These include Classic Pulsar 150 and Pulsar N150. The latter was positioned as a sporty alternative to Classic Pulsar 150 and it shared the same design and aesthetics from its larger sibling, the Pulsar N160, which continues to be a popular choice amongst buyers.
    Snippet from Bajaj website
    If we take a look at Bajaj’s sales breakup for the month of May 2025, we can see that Bajaj sold 15,937 150cc Pulsars in India, including both Classic Pulsar 150 and Pulsar N150. When compared to the 29,386 units sold in May 2024, sales almost halved YoY, suggesting a downward spiral trend.
    In contrast, Bajaj sold 22,372 units of 160cc Pulsars, which include Pulsar N160 and Pulsar NS160. Here, the company witnessed 24.88% YoY growth, suggesting that buyers are showing greater tendency towards 160cc Pulsars than 150cc Pulsars. Bajaj is actively pushing sales for 160cc bikes too, offering USD telescopic front forks, dual-channel ABS and other features.
    Refreshed Model In The Future?
    Within those 15,937 units of 150cc Pulsars, Classic Pulsar 150 is likely to have contributed a lot more volume than Pulsar N150. This might have compelled Bajaj to pull the plug on Pulsar N150 from the Indian market. Or else, this could be a temporary discontinuation while the company might launch a refreshed Pulsar N150 soon.
    New Bajaj Pulsar N150 and N160
    Pulsar N150 was powered by a 149.68cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine, capable of generating 14.3 bhp of peak power and 13.5 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. It came with single-channel ABS, 90-section front and 120-section rear tyres wrapped to 17-inch alloy wheels, a fully digital instrument cluster and more. More

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    Kinetic Green To Launch 3 New Born Electric Scooters – First One Launching This Festive Season

    Kinetic E-Luna Launched – File photoKinetic Green, a leading electric two- and three-wheeler manufacturer in India, has announced a bold new roadmap for expanding its electric two-wheeler (E2W) portfolio. Riding high on the success of its iconic E-Luna, which has crossed 80,000 units in sales, the company plans to launch three all-new Born Electric scooters over the next 18 months, starting with a stylish and tech-forward family scooter set to debut before the upcoming festive season.
    Three All-New Born Electric Scooters Incoming
    The first scooter will combine retro-inspired design with modern convenience, offering features like a vibrant TFT display, advanced IoT integration, and a smart digital platform developed in collaboration with Jio Things. Multiple battery variants, fast charging capabilities, and smart connectivity will ensure the new model appeals to a wide range of customers.
    Taking a leap in design, Kinetic Green has also partnered with Italy’s Torino Design to co-create a new range of futuristic scooters that embody the brand’s “Born Electric” styling philosophy. The upcoming models will offer a disruptive and youthful design paired with intelligent vehicle engineering — a philosophy Kinetic Green describes as “Thoughtful Engineering.” This approach emphasizes a synergy of design, smart connectivity, and everyday utility.
    Torino Design Joins Hands with Kinetic Green
    Dr. Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Founder and CEO of Kinetic Green, stated, “We are truly excited about our upcoming range of Born-Electric scooters from the house of Kinetic Green. With over a decade of experience in the EV space, we have built deep expertise in electric mobility design and engineering, backed by robust EV R&D and strategic partnerships for fast charging, battery swapping, and proprietary software-driven platform solutions.
    Roberto Piatti, Owner and CEO, TORINO DESIGN
    We are greatly enthused by the success of our E-Luna and E-scooters recently launched in India. Having sold over 80,000 E2W in this initial phase, created a strong manufacturing infrastructure and a network of 400 exclusive dealers for E2W in the country, we are ready to aggressively expand our E2W business. Now with our design alliance with Torino Design of Italy, a global leader in design and engineering, we aim to re-define electric scooters in the coming months. With foundation built on ‘Thoughtful Engineering,’ our upcoming scooters will sport a fresh and futuristic styling language, incorporating innovation and a purpose to offer a delightful ownership experience to our customers.”
    Kinetic Green began its EV journey in 2016 and entered the E2W space in 2022. The E-Luna, launched in 2024, became the only electric scooter in India to successfully cater to both personal and commercial use, especially in rural and urban segments alike.
    Ready for the Next Big E2W Boom
    This announcement comes at a pivotal moment for India’s electric mobility sector. In FY 2024-25, over 1.15 million E2Ws were sold, with e-scooters accounting for nearly 90% of this volume. With electric scooter penetration expected to rise from 15% to 70% in the coming years, Kinetic Green is well-positioned to tap into an estimated Rs 40,000 crore market by 2030 — supported by its R&D, robust supply chain, and a nationwide dealer network of 400 exclusive E2W outlets.
    With the upcoming Born Electric range and its continued commitment to innovation, Kinetic Green is set to become a major player in shaping India’s next era of electric mobility. More

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    KTM Launches Global-Spec 390 Adventure Enduro R in India at Rs 3.53 Lakh

    Global-Spec 390 Adventure Enduro R in India
    After months of anticipation and vocal demand from India’s off-road community, KTM has officially launched the global-spec 390 Adventure Enduro R in India. Priced at Rs 3,53,825 (ex-showroom), this variant is tailored for hardcore off-roaders seeking genuine Dakar-inspired performance, with a spec sheet to match.
    Global-Spec Model Now in India
    This launch marks a significant moment, as KTM had earlier only offered a toned-down, India-specific version of the 390 Enduro R. While that version aimed to cater to a wider customer base with a more accessible seat height and slightly less aggressive hardware, enthusiasts were quick to point out its limitations — particularly its lower suspension travel and ground clearance compared to the international model.
    Global-Spec 390 Adventure Enduro R in India
    The international-spec Enduro R addresses those concerns head-on. It gets 230mm of suspension travel at both ends (versus 200-205mm on the India-spec model), and a ground clearance of 273mm, a solid 19mm more than the previous version. These numbers not only translate to better performance over rugged terrain but also bring the Indian model in line with what global customers enjoy.
    Performance Without Compromise
    KTM is positioning this model for riders who demand true off-road prowess and are willing to trade off urban usability for trail performance. The tall 890 mm seat height, while not ideal for shorter riders, is a tradeoff many adventure riders are willing to accept for the benefit of greater suspension articulation and trail clearance.
    Global-Spec 390 Adventure Enduro R in India
    The rest of the mechanical package remains unchanged from the standard 390 Adventure — single-cylinder engine delivers strong mid-range torque and excellent throttle response, ideal for both trails and open roads.
    A Response to Enthusiast Demand
    This move by KTM India comes after widespread feedback on the earlier India-spec 390 Enduro R. Many enthusiasts had expressed disappointment at the deviation from the global spec and called for the release of the original version, even at a premium. KTM has now made good on that promise. With this, KTM India now caters to both accessibility-focused riders and purist off-roaders. More

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    Tata Nexon EV and Curvv EV Get Lifetime Battery Warranty

    Tata Curvv EV – Coupe SUVIndia’s best-selling electric car brand, Tata Motors, has updated its high-voltage battery warranty. This move comes as part of the company’s commitment to offer more value to its customers as this lifetime battery warranty is applicable to both new owners and existing owners. Let’s take a closer look at finer details.
    Nexon EV and Curvv EV Lifetime Battery Warranty
    After launching the lifetime high voltage (HV) battery warranty with their just launched Harrier EV, the company is now extending it with smaller electric SUVs too. The company mentioned that this move came after receiving nationwide customer appreciation with regard to lifetime battery warranty with Harrier EV.
    Now, this lifetime battery warranty is extended to the Curvv EV and 45 kWh battery variants of Nexon EV. Both the new first-time customers and existing customers will reap benefits of this extended high voltage battery warranty. This move is an absolute power play on behalf of Tata Motors within the electric SUV segment.
    Customers will benefit with reassurance and a sense of security where uncertainty around long term battery health and battery replacement costs are concerned. By offering the extended lifetime battery warranty to existing customers, the company has just strengthened the resale value of its electric SUVs, if and when the customer plans to sell it.
    Tata Nexon EV
    Rs 50k Loyalty Bonus
    To boost electric SUV sales further, Tata Motors is offering an additional loyalty bonus for the company’s existing electric vehicle customers for the purchase of Curvv EV and Nexon EV. Maximum achievable loyalty bonus is pegged at Rs 50,000 for Curvv EV and Nexon EV 45 kWh variants.
    Currently, the price of 45 kWh variants of Tata Nexon EV start from Rs 13.99 lakh (Ex-sh) for Creative 45. Starting price of Curvv EV 45 kWh variants is Rs 17.49 lakh (Ex-sh) for Creative 45 and Curvv EV 55 kWh variants start from Rs 19.25 lakh (Ex-sh) for Accomplished 55.
    Statement from Tata Motors
    Talking about the benefit of Lifetime HV Battery Warranty to the customer, Mr. Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd., said, “By democratising premium EV technology, we have played a significant role in advancing India’s EV category’s exponential growth. One of the key factors behind this growth is the ability to instil confidence amongst customers for a worry-free ownership experience.
    Today, we are proud to extend this feeling even further with the introduction of the Lifetime HV Battery Warranty solution for all customers of the Curvv.ev and Nexon.ev 45 kWh. By offering this unprecedented assurance, we are enabling a truly carefree, future-ready ownership journey for every TATA.ev buyer.” More