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    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup June 2025 – Classic, Bullet, Hunter, Himalayan, Meteor

    2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350Royal Enfield reported strong year-on-year growth in June 2025, with total sales of 76,957 units, marking a 16.4% increase compared to 66,117 units sold in June 2024. Month-on-month, the growth was more modest, up by 1.5% over 75,820 units sold in May 2025.
    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup June 2025 – YoY
    At the top of the sales chart is Classic 350, which continues to be the brand’s best-seller. It recorded 29,172 units in June 2025, up 17.61% YoY from 24,803 units and 1.9% MoM from May 2025. Bullet 350 posted a significant jump in year-on-year sales, with 17,092 units sold in June 2025, up by 77.86% from 9,610 units last year. However, it registered a slight 1.08% decline compared to May 2025 when it sold 17,279 units.
    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup June 2025 – YoY
    In third place, Hunter 350 maintained its consistent performance, with sales of 16,261 units, reflecting a 4.18% YoY growth over 15,609 units and a 1.81% MoM increase over May’s 15,972 units. Meteor 350, however, saw a slight dip in performance. Sales declined by 7.05% YoY to 7,515 units from 8,085 in June 2024, and by 2.36% MoM compared to 7,697 units in May.
    Royal Enfield’s 650 Twins (Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650) posted 2,938 units, up 6.33% YoY and a solid 9.83% MoM growth from 2,675 units in May 2025. Sales of the all-new Himalayan 450 stood at 2,036 units, down sharply by 33.51% YoY from 3,062 units last year, but showing a notable 36.74% MoM improvement over 1,489 units in May — likely due to improved supply or deliveries catching up.
    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup June 2025 – MoM
    Super Meteor 650, Royal Enfield’s premium cruiser, recorded 1,012 units, down 53.68% YoY from 2,185 units but up 18.92% MoM from 851 units in May 2025. Among the newest entries, the recently launched Guerrilla 450 sold 696 units in June 2025. This is lower than the 1,035 units it sold in May, marking a 32.75% decline MoM. Another recent launch, the Shotgun 650, sold 235 units in June, a 21.13% MoM growth over 194 units sold in May.
    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Q2 2025 – YoY
    Royal Enfield posted a healthy 11.77% year-on-year growth in Q2 CY 2025, with total sales reaching 2,28,779 units, up from 2,04,686 units during the same period last year. The growth was largely driven by the strong performance of its 350cc motorcycles and the addition of new models like the Guerrilla 450 and Shotgun 650.
    Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Q2 2025 – YoY
    At the top, Classic 350 remained the brand’s best-selling model, with 84,601 units sold in Q2 2025 — an 8.38% YoY increase over 78,058 units in Q2 2024. Bullet 350 emerged as the biggest gainer, clocking 50,860 units — a sharp 58.41% YoY growth compared to 32,107 units last year, reflecting strong market acceptance of the revamped model.
    Hunter 350 also continued its consistent run with 50,342 units, growing by 7.39% from 46,879 units in the same quarter last year. On the other hand, Meteor 350 saw a decline of 13.44% YoY, dropping to 22,856 units from 26,406 units, possibly due to overlapping price points or changing buyer preferences.
    Royal Enfield’s 650 Twins (Interceptor and Continental GT) saw a steady rise, posting 8,740 units, an 11.52% YoY growth over 7,837 units sold in Q2 2024. Among adventure and touring models, Himalayan registered a significant 43.61% YoY drop, selling only 5,240 units compared to 9,293 units last year, potentially due to supply constraints or customer shift to newer models.
    Super Meteor 650, RE’s premium cruiser, also saw a decline with 2,831 units sold, down 31.05% YoY from 4,106 units. Recent entries like the Guerrilla 450 and Shotgun 650 contributed 2,651 units and 658 units respectively in Q2 2025, boosting overall volumes and expanding Royal Enfield’s portfolio across segments. More

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    Ultraviolette F77 Gen3 Firmware Unlocks More Performance For Free

    Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2India’s leading sporty electric motorcycle manufacturer, Ultraviolette, has been on a global launch spree as the company expands its presence across 10 European nations. Now, the company is unlocking more performance to its existing customers with Gen3 Firmware that is backwards compatible to all F77 customers. Let’s take a closer look.
    Ultraviolette F77 Gen3 Firmware
    Firmware on an electric vehicle is just as important as the components chassis, design, equipment and dynamics. It controls almost all aspects of an electric vehicle, making it a crucial aspect of an EV. Same is the case with Ultraviolette F77 electric motorcycles and the company has just announced Gen3 Firmware to all F77 customers.
    This new Gen3 Firmware by Ultraviolette is backwards compatible and can be installed on all Ultraviolette F77 customers. The company has incorporated 8 million km (80 lakh) worth of ride data analysis to improve the bike’s nervous system and further improve Violette AI, which is a core element of Ultraviolette products.
    Ultraviolette F77 EV Launched in France
    Ultraviolette is offering this firmware to customers at no additional charge. Making it free of charge sends a great message across the motorcycling fraternity, gaining a positive outlook among enthusiasts. This new firmware unlocks more performance with the new Ballistic+ Mode which should appeal to users.
    The bike still maintains its 40 bhp of peak power and 100 Nm of peak torque as before. But the improved performance comes in the way this powertrain now puts down power, allowing for an engaging ride than before. There’s a higher thermal ceiling now and better initial torque surge than it offered before.
    With software optimisation, Ultraviolette has managed to offer better performance to new and existing users. The company didn’t mention any range improvements with Gen3 Firmware.
    Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2
    Statement from Ultraviolette
    Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-founder of Ultraviolette, stated “For decades, vehicles, gadgets, and consumer electronics have followed a familiar trajectory where they start strong, but degrade over time. While others may practice planned obsolescence, we believe in the opposite paradigm where technology evolves and gets better with time. At Ultraviolette, we envision how a machine could learn from you, evolve with you, and unlock more power the longer you own it.”
    “At the heart of every F77 is our Vehicle Control Unit, a powerful onboard intelligence system that captures over 3,000 data points in real time. These are continuously analysed by Violette A.I., which interprets, learns and evolves to optimize performance and deliver smarter, more responsive system updates. Through this seamless integration of advanced hardware and intelligence, we uncovered new possibilities to extract even greater performance from the battery and drivetrain systems.
    Our architecture proved its capability through rigorous fine-tuning, from the VCU to the motor and motor controller, ultimately resulting in our new Gen3 Powertrain Firmware. This is a breakthrough in electric performance, based on precision engineering, and intelligent evolution”, said Niraj Rajmohan, CTO & Co-founder of Ultraviolette. More

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    Kia Carens Clavis EV First Drive Review – Dawn Of The 7S EVs

    Kia Carens EV First Drive ReviewKia has been on the verge of captivating more of Indian automotive market. The company is approaching its goals with a multi-pronged strategy. One of the prongs is a mainstream fully electric vehicle to boost its presence in the lucrative electric car space in India. In that regard, Kia India has just launched the Carens Clavis EV, which is not only Kia’s first ever mainstream EV, it is India’s first mainstream 7-seater EV. We drove Kia Carens Clavis EV at the national media drive in Bengaluru and here’s what we think about this vehicle.
    Kia Carens Clavis EV First Drive Review
    With Carens Clavis EV, Kia is offering buyers a unique mobility solution which was unheard of in the country’s mainstream market. Where pricing is concerned, Kia Carens Clavis EV starts from Rs 17.99 lakh (Ex-sh) for the base HTK+ variant. Speaking of, there are three trim levels on offer – HTK+, HTX and HTX+. Bookings will start today, 22nd July 2025 and deliveries will commence soon.
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    Where HTK+ is exclusively offered with a 42 kWh battery pack and HTX+ is exclusively offered with a 51.4 kWh battery pack. The mid-spec HTX trim gets both options. There are as many as six colour options to choose from – Glacier Pearl White, Gravity Gray, Aurora Black Pearl, Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue and Ivory Silver Matte.
    Carens Clavis EV Design
    Design & Appearance
    When compared to Carens Clavis ICE, the ‘Opposites Unites’ design language on Carens Clavis EV looks almost identical. However, there are a few key design highlights that only the EV gets, to establish design distinction. These design elements include connecting LED light bar, new 17-inch alloy wheels with a geometric pattern and the addition of front fog lights.
    Carens Clavis EV Design
    Also exclusive to Carens Clavis EV are the front charging port and an active front flap which opens and closes as needed to optimize aerodynamic performance. Headlights are the same Triple Ice Cube design LED reflector units engulfed by a stylish LED DRL signature that also doubles as the turn indicators. Chrome type applique on lower bumper is present too, lending a sophisticated appearance.
    Carens Clavis EV Design
    Under Kia Carens Clavis EV’s front bonnet, is a frunk, which houses charging cable and CCS2 gun neatly encases in premium cases and the company is ensuring that you have a premium experience while using the frunk with the use of hydraulic struts that requires little to no effort to get this heavy bonnet open. Another addition with Carens Clavis EV is the V2L (inside and outside).
    Carens Clavis EV Boot
    Spacious Interiors
    Boot space, on the other hand, is similar to what we see with Carens Clavis ICE model. Both vehicles share the same dashboard and door trims too, which is not a bad thing. We get the same 2-spoke steering wheel with audio controls on the right and instrumentation controls on the left. This steering wheel is adjustable for height and reach.
    Carens Clavis EV Interiors
    Behind this steering wheel is a 26.62-inch Dual Panoramic display comprising of a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster. The system supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and is connected to a premium Bose audio system. There are USB ports, wireless charging pad, smart infotainment and climate control Swap Screen. Same as Carens Clavis.
    Carens Clavis EV Interiors
    What’s different with Carens Clavis EV is the new centre console which now gets a multi-layered storage system with adjustable cup-holders on top, hidden beneath a sliding door. This is where you can find the ventilated seat controls, 360-degree camera button, parking sensor switch and others.
    Carens Clavis EV Interiors
    Electronic parking brake switch, however, has been shifted near the headlight levelling dial, out of driver’s peripheral view. Also moved away from centre console is the gear selector, which has been shifted to the steering column, similar to Creta Electric. Even the start button is situated on this stalk, inconveniently labelled EV instead of Start. Paddle shifters exist to control regeneration and even engage I-Pedal mode.
    Carens Clavis EV Frunk
    Features & Safety
    Other notable features include electrically adjustable driver’s seat, auto headlight, rain-sensing wipers, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, an air purifier, dedicated blower for rear occupants, roof-mounted AC vents for 2nd and 3rd rows, tray table and manually operated Boss Mode for 2nd row left passenger, front and rear armrest, one-touch tumble feature for 2nd row seats, adjustable headrests and more.
    Carens Clavis EV Features
    The Level-2 ADAS offered by Kia has up to 20 autonomous driving features including the likes of auto emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist and others. All important ADAS features are present. Adding to the safety are 6 airbags as standard, ABS, EBD, ESP, TCS, an intuitive 360-degree camera, blindspot assist on TFT cluster, 3-point seatbelts and seatbelt reminders.
    Carens Clavis EV Features
    Specs & Powertrains
    Kia Carens Clavis EV measures 4,550 mm in length, 1,800 mm in width, 1,730 mm in height and packs a 2,780 mm long wheelbase. Ground clearance on Carens Clavis EV is 200 mm, lending it an SUV stance. Where powertrain is concerned, Kia Carens Clavis EV packs similar battery and motor options as the Hyundai Creta Electric. Lower variants get the smaller 42 kWh battery with 404 km of claimed range and higher variants pack a larger 51.4 kWh battery with 490 km of claimed range.
    Carens Clavis EV
    The smaller 42 kWh battery variants get a 133 bhp and 255 Nm electric motor and larger 51.4 kWh battery variants get a 169 bhp and 255 Nm electric motor. Both powertrain options get FWD layout, driving front wheels. Choosing the latter will give you quicker acceleration too, taking 8.4 seconds to sprint from 0-100 km/h.
    Carens Clavis EV Features
    Similar to Hyundai Creta Electric, Kia Carens Clavis EV offers up to 11 kW AC charging, which some vehicles in this price point lacks. With this 11 kW AC charger, larger 51.4 kWh battery can be charged from 10% to 100% in 4h 45m. With a 100 kW DC charger, 10% to 80% should take just 39 minutes.
    Carens Clavis EV Front Seats
    Ride Quality & Performance
    The suspension setup on Kia Carens Clavis is set up on the softer side and the large 17-inch wheels do a good job of towering over road undulations. Combination of these two also allows for a plush ride quality with great bump absorption characteristics. Because it is setup for comfort, handling takes a back seat as there is a decent amount of body roll and vertical bob.
    Carens Clavis EV Rear Seats
    However, Carens Clavis EV is not advertised as a sporty product and the soft suspension is actually fitting to its target demographic. Braking performance is one area where we would have liked better initial bite. That said, the regen in i-Pedal mode is quite strong and is intuitive once you get the hang of it.
    Carens Clavis EV Steering
    One positive aspect of being an EV is that Carens Clavis EV packs quite a punch where performance is concerned. Acceleration is instantaneous and is quite addictive, encouraging you to go heavy on the throttle. Kia promises 8.6s 0-100 km/h sprint and it is fairly achievable in Sports Mode. Eco Mode is what you need to eke out maximum range.
    Carens Clavis EV Features
    Conclusion
    Wrapping things up, we think concluding the Kia Carens Clavis EV is quite easy. It is the country’s only 7-seater mainstream EV and the company has identified a popular niche. Carens Clavis EV advocates itself, appealing to large families and even a smaller family that needs a larger boot than what a typical 5-seater EV would provide.
    Carens Clavis EV
    In that regard, Carens Clavis EV scores big and it comes with Kia’s assurance of reliability, dependability and consistent electronics. So, if you’re in the market to buy an electric SUV, Kia Carens Clavis EV is an easy recommendation for the masses even if you don’t need a 7-seater. Even in terms of pricing, Kia is matching the 5-seater electric SUVs on sale in India. Versatility is always better than not having the option at all. More

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    New TVS Norton V4 Spied Testing – Flagship Superbike Debut At EICMA

    New TVS Norton V4 Spied TestingUpon launch, Norton V4 will challenge rivals such as Ducati Panigale V4, BMW M 1000 RR and Aprilia RSV4
    As part of its strategy to target the premium motorcycle segment, TVS Motor will be launching multiple new Norton motorcycles. The first of these will be the new Norton flagship V4, which will be showcased at the 2025 EICMA. India launch is expected by the end of this year. Ahead of that, the all-new Norton V4 has been spied testing in the UK. Let’s check out the details.
    New Norton V4 spotted – Design and key features
    TVS MD Sudarshan Venu himself is riding the test vehicle. As compared to the current Norton flagship, the V4SV, the all-new Norton V4 takes a more modern approach to its design and styling. One can notice a more aggressive front fascia, featuring sharp LED headlamps and integrated DRLs. While this test vehicle is missing the side fairing, expect the bike to get sportier panels and graphics. New colour options are also likely, in line with the bike’s contemporary profile.
    New TVS Norton V4 Spied Testing
    Riding stance is fairly committed, similar to other superbikes such as the Panigale V4. In terms of equipment, the new Norton V4 gets an underbelly exhaust. This ensures a clutter-free look and feel, as compared to the V4SV that has a side exhaust setup. The underbelly exhaust could also improve weight balance and help achieve a more centralized mass.
    Another distinctive feature is a new triangular, multi-layered design for the tail lamp. This feature was also revealed in a recent teaser posted by Norton. The test vehicle can be seen using more modern angular shapes for the frame, as compared to that of the V4SV. Also, the new V4 has the frame in matt black finish, as compared to the shiny metallic finish seen with V4SV. This is another key aspect of the bike’s modern makeover.
    New TVS Norton V4 Spied Testing
    Specs, performance
    Norton V4 can be seen with a range of premium equipment such as the latest Hypure monobloc callipers from Brembo. In addition to offering enhanced braking, the quirky, asymmetrical design of the callipers complements the bike’s sporty profile. Norton V4 could also get semi-active forks that can adjust damping characteristics in real-time using electronic controls.
    New TVS Norton V4 Spied Testing
    Users can expect better control during cornering, more comfortable rides and greater stability while braking. At the rear, Norton V4 could continue with Öhlins fully adjustable shock absorber with hydraulic preload adjustment. The bike will be getting a comprehensive range of rider aids such as multiple riding modes, a six-axis IMU, ride-by-wire tech, cornering ABS and traction control.
    New TVS Norton V4 Spied Testing
    Teasers point to some new exciting stuff as well, which is likely to be revealed at EICMA. While the existing 72-degree liquid-cooled V4, 1200cc will be carried forward, it will now be compliant with Euro 5+ emission norms. This will allow the new Norton V4 to enter European markets beyond the UK.
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    The engine is likely to have undergone major tweaks for emission compliance and enhanced performance. In its current format, the engine delivers 185 bhp and 125 Nm of peak torque. It will be interesting to see how Norton prices the new V4. The current flagship, the V4SV, is priced at £44,000 (Rs 51.18 lakh). A starting price of around £25,000 to £30,000 could make it more competitive against rivals like the Panigale V4.
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    Top 10 Two Wheelers June 2025 – Splendor, Activa, Shine, Jupiter, Access, Pulsar, Classic 350

    2025 Bajaj Pulsar RS200The Indian two-wheeler market in June 2025 witnessed mixed trends, with a few brands registering impressive year-on-year (YoY) growth, while others faced a drop in volumes. Here’s a look at the top 10 best-selling two-wheelers of the month.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers June 2025 – YoY Comparison
    At the top of the charts, the Hero Splendor continued its dominance with sales of 3,31,057 units, recording an 8.34% YoY growth compared to 3,05,586 units in June last year. Taking second place was the Honda Activa, which clocked 1,83,265 units, down from 2,33,376 units last year. The 21.47% decline suggests growing pressure from rivals in the scooter segment, including newer entrants and upgrades from competitors.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers June 2025 – YoY Comparison
    In third spot, the Honda Shine registered 1,34,817 units, slightly lower than its June 2024 figure of 1,39,587 units, marking a 3.42% decline. TVS Jupiter made an impressive climb to the fourth position, with sales of 1,07,980 units, up by a massive 49.76% from 72,100 units last year.
    Fifth place was secured by the Hero HF Deluxe, which sold 1,00,878 units, posting a healthy 12.16% growth over 89,941 units in June 2024. The Suzuki Access came in sixth with 51,555 units, nearly flat with a marginal 1.22% decline compared to last year’s 52,192 units.
    Down at seventh, Bajaj Pulsar recorded 88,452 units, a 20.39% decline from 1,11,101 units in June 2024. TVS Apache climbed to eighth position, clocking 41,386 units, up 11.37% YoY from 37,162 units.
    In ninth, the TVS XL moped sold 33,349 units, witnessing a 17.45% dip from last year’s 40,397 units. Rounding off the top 10 was the Royal Enfield Classic 350, which registered 29,172 units, a 17.61% growth over 24,803 units last year.
    Overall, the top 10 two-wheelers collectively accounted for 11,01,911 units in June 2025, a marginal 0.39% decline from 11,06,245 units a year ago. Despite headwinds, the segment remains strong, with notable momentum seen in scooters and premium bikes. More

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    Kia Carens Clavis EV Bookings Open From 22nd July

    Kia Carens Clavis EV Bookings OpenKia India has officially opened bookings for its much-anticipated Carens Clavis EV – the brand’s first made-in-India 7-seater electric vehicle. Bookings for the new EV begin today, July 22, 2025, and can be made online at Kia’s official website or through dealerships across India for an initial amount of Rs 25,000.
    Kia Carens Clavis EV Bookings
    Priced from Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom), the Carens Clavis EV has been developed specifically for Indian customers, offering a blend of affordability, premium features, and sustainable mobility. It is available with two battery options: a 42 kWh unit offering an ARAI-certified range of 404 km (MIDC) and a larger 51.4 kWh battery with a range of 490 km (MIDC).
    Kia Carens Clavis EV Bookings Open
    Mr. Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer of Kia India, said, “The Carens Clavis EV marks a pivotal moment in Kia India’s journey towards making electric mobility truly inclusive and accessible. Being our first electric vehicle inspired by India, it is a 7-seater EV that reflects our vision to offer smart, sustainable, and accessible EV solutions with a true value for money proposition. It will ensure complete peace of mind with our capable EV ecosystem — including the K-Charge feature on MyKia app and a robust network of 250+ EV-ready workshops including 100+ dealerships equipped with DC fast charger. We’re excited to open bookings and invite customers to bring home their Carens Clavis EV.”
    The Carens Clavis EV is based on Kia’s global design language, ‘Opposites United’, and brings a modern, SUV-like stance with a spacious and premium interior. Highlights include a 67.62 cm (26.62-inch) dual panoramic display, ambient lighting with 64 color options, dual-pane panoramic sunroof, boss mode, and smart infotainment-temperature control swap switch.
    Power and Specs
    Power output stands at 126 kW and 99 kW (depending on the variant), paired with 255 Nm of torque. The EV supports 100 kW DC fast charging, enabling a 10 to 80% charge in just 39 minutes. It also gets four levels of regenerative braking with paddle shifters.
    On the safety front, the Carens Clavis EV is equipped with ADAS Level 2 offering 20 autonomous driving features and a total of 18 high-safety features. It also includes 90 connected car features for added convenience and control.
    The electric vehicle will be offered in 4 variants – HTK Plus, HTX, HTX ER, and HTX Plus ER – and 6 exterior color options: Glacier White Pearl, Gravity Gray, Aurora Black Pearl, Pewter Olive, Imperial Blue, and Ivory Silver Matte. With this launch, Kia aims to establish a strong foothold in India’s fast-growing electric vehicle segment, offering a family-friendly EV alternative that blends technology, space, and practicality. More

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    MG M9 Presidential Limo Launch Price Rs 69.9 L – 90 kWh, 548km Range

    MG M9 Launch PriceJSW MG Motor India has launched the all-new MG M9 electric MPV in the country, positioning it as a high-tech and feature-rich alternative to the Toyota Vellfire. Priced at Rs 69.9 lakh (ex-showroom), the M9 comes in a single, fully-loaded ‘Presidential Limousine’ variant. With its focus on luxury, comfort, and advanced in-cabin technology for both front and rear passengers, the MG M9 sets a new benchmark in the premium electric MPV segment, offering more features and modern amenities than traditional luxury MPVs — and at a more compelling price point.
    MG M9 Launch Price
    Sold through their new premium ‘MG Select’ dealerships, MG M9 has immense potential to disrupt the luxurious MPV segment. Priced at Rs 69.9 lakh (Ex-sh), MG M9 Presidential Limousine is among the most affordable too, if you consider the fact that it attracts little to no state-level RTO taxes.
    MG M9 Design
    There are three exterior colour options – Pearl Lustre White, Metal Black and Concrete Grey. MG M9 will be sold exclusively via their MG Select premium dealerships which aim to offer a luxurious purchasing and ownership experience to buyers. Prospective buyers can pay Rs 1 lakh to reserve an MG M9 and deliveries will start from August 10th, 2025.
    On the outside, MG M9 bears a stately appeal, especially with the Metal Black colour. There are eyebrow-like LED DRLs on top and vertically arranged LED headlights below and a large and imposing LED tail light signature along with 18-inch alloy wheels. On the inside, there is a minimalist theme and all of the attention is diverted towards the rear seats, or thrones, we would say.
    MG M9 Rear Seat
    Headline features include Presidential Seats with 16-way electric adjustment, heated, cooled and massaging seats with 8 settings. MG has introduced Scenarios that will bind seat controls, temperature controls and even vehicular functions and settings. Almost all of vehicular functions, climate functions and seat functions can be controlled by Intelligent Arm Rest screen.
    MG M9 is powered by a 90 kWh NMC battery pack with a claimed range of 548 km on a single charge. This battery powers a single electric motor that is rated at 245 PS of peak power and 350 Nm of peak torque. Battery gets a lifetime warranty, while the vehicle gets 3-year / Unlimited km warranty. There’s DC fast charging, 11 kW AC wall box charger and a 3.3 kW portable AC charger.
    MG M9 First Drive
    Statement from JSW MG Motor India
    Anurag Mehrotra, Managing Director, JSW MG Motor India, said, “The MG M9 marks a new era, reflecting India’s growing demand for luxury and sustainable innovation in automotive. Crafted as a symbol of prestige and technological prowess, the MG M9 blends avant-garde design, advanced electric performance, and the finest features for India’s rising aspirations.”
    “With the MG M9, we have created more than a luxury limousine—we have curated a serene, opulent, and responsible journey for discerning individuals. Every mile in the M9 is an invitation to experience refined comfort, uncompromising sustainability, and effortless elegance.” More

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    Honda Activa e Home Charging May Become A Reality With A Dock

    Honda CUV e Home Charging Solution on CUV eHonda’s battery swapping stations are still in nascent stage and it is quite impossible to free yourself from Honda’s walled garden if you want to charge an Activa e by yourself. That might change soon as the company may introduce a charging dock to charge these proprietary battery packs at home or any other place of your choosing.
    This is a potential solution for Indian market and HMSI (Honda Motorcycles & Scooters India) has not officially confirmed it. The speculation arises from Honda CUV e, an electric scooter for Europe, which comes with a portable charging dock that allows you to charge these swappable battery packs anywhere you like. Let’s take a closer look.
    Honda Electric Scooter Battery Swapping Station
    Honda Activa e Home Charging
    HMSI won the race and became the first Japanese electric scooter manufacturer operating in India. In this race, however, Honda seems to have hurried things up and missed the bigger picture as Activa e can only be charged from Honda’s proprietary battery swapping stations. Unlike Honda QC1, which gets a 330W off-board AC charging.
    In Europe, Honda just commenced the sales of CUV e electric scooter which comes with a portable dock that allows users to charge these battery packs at their convenience. Both Activa e and CUV e bear slightly different exterior styling, but comparable powertrains underneath with two removable batteries and come without a built-in charging solution.
    Honda CUV e Home Charging Solution on CUV e
    With CUV e, Honda offers a total of 2.6 kWh total capacity, split between two 1.4 kWh swappable battery packs. With Activa e in India, Honda offers a 3 kWh total capacity, split between two 1.5 kWh battery packs. Implementation of these swappable battery packs is almost similar between both vehicles.
    Home charging for Activa e in India?
    Looking at the solution Honda has carved out for Europe, potential Activa e buyers in India can be hopeful that the company will bundle a solution like this here. It is needed because Honda Activa e completely depends on the swapping stations that are currently only seen in Bengaluru and are quite few in number.
    Honda CUV e Home Charging Solution on CUV e
    If a buyer wants to charge Activa e at their house or apartment or at office, they are simply helpless as of writing this article. If the company implements a similar charging dock solution for India, it could nudge more buyers to look at Activa e. Which we feel is needed as these EV buyers are spoiled with choices that offer a lot more features and technology, while undercutting Activa e in pricing.
    Also read – Honda Activa e battery rental prices reduced More