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    Lexus EV Supercar Promises Blistering Acceleration and Impressive Range

    From the May 2023 issue of Car and Driver.Remember the last time Lexus built a supercar? Of course you do, because the LFA was a memorable two-seat stunner with an even more memorable V-10 engine. So when Lexus reveals a concept previewing an electric supercar claimed to be the “spiritual successor” to the LFA, we listen. Unfortunately, we won’t hear the scream of 10 cylinders revving to 9000 rpm this time, but plenty of enticing details about this new sports car excite us.For now, it’s referred to only as the Lexus Electrified Sport, and it carries the expected claims for lightning-fast acceleration and a long driving range. Lexus says the car will accelerate to 60 mph in the low-two-second range, which would certainly beat the LFA, and it could have solid-state batteries providing 430 miles of range. There’s no word yet on horsepower, but we think its electric motors need to offer somewhere in the neighborhood of 1000 ponies. LexusEven more interesting is that the company is looking into using a simulated manual transmission to increase driver involvement and has even built a prototype with a shifter and a clutch pedal in an electric UX crossover. Newly minted Toyota CEO Koji Sato, who is leading the company toward quicker adoption of EVs, stated in his previous role as the boss of Lexus that he wants the Lexus EV supercar to be “different” and have “another link from the car to the driver.” Even if that link is phony, we’re glad Lexus is trying something to connect EV drivers with their cars. More on the Lexus EV SupercarThe concept’s low-slung bodywork looks futuristic but not entirely unrealistic, suggesting that a production version could look similar to what you see here. By the time this Lexus comes to fruition several years from now, it may face a wide range of electric-supercar competitors from the usual suspects, such as Lotus, Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Aston Martin, not to mention whatever EV startups pop up. An accordingly stratospheric price is also likely, as Lexus may see the LFA’s $375,000 figure as a mere starting point for its new-age replacement. Senior EditorDespite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella nonetheless cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at Automobile Magazine. He has been part of the Car and Driver team since 2016 and now lives in New York City.   More

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    2023 GMC Hummer EV SUT’s Estimated Range Rises to 355 Miles

    The 2023 GMC Hummer SUT lineup adds a EV3X trim level with a manufacturer-estimated range of 355 miles.The Hummer EV3X pickup truck features standard 22-inch wheels mounted on 35-inch-tall all-terrain tires.The 2024 GMC Hummer SUV also offers the EV3X trim, but it has a lower EPA-estimated range of 314 miles.The GMC Hummer EV pickup truck will no longer be available only as the fully loaded Edition 1, which continues into the 2023 model year. That’s because it’s now joined by the lower EV3X trim level, which brings with it a higher manufacturer-estimated driving range of 355 miles (26 more than the Edition 1).XXX Hummer EVsThe new Hummer EV3X pickup features the same three-motor electric powertrain as the Edition 1. However, the XXX comes standard with 22-inch wheels mounted on 35-inch all-terrain tires. It’s also available with the Extreme Off-Road package that includes 18-inch wheels on 35-inch mud-terrain tires as well as extra skid plates and other off-road-oriented add-ons.GMCEquipped with the Extreme Off-Road package, the Hummer EV3X’s estimated range drops to 329 miles per charge—same as the Edition 1, which features similar equipment. Both of those beefed-up versions are rated to tow 7500 pounds, whereas the standard EV3X has an 8500-pound max towing capacity.The EV3X is also part of the 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV lineup. It’s essentially the same deal as with the pickup truck, except the electric SUV’s tri-motor setup isn’t as powerful, and it has EPA-estimated ranges that are lower. Riding on the standard 22-inch wheel-and-tire combo, the Edition 1 and EV3X are expected to provide 314 miles per charge. Opting for the Extreme Off-Road package shaves 16 miles off of that estimate, dropping its range to 298 miles.GMCWhile both GMC Hummer EV body styles are currently being built at GM’s Factory Zero production facility in the Detroit-Hamtramck area, the company is still working to fill what was once said to be over 90,000 reservations combined. As a result of the back log, GMC says reservations are currently closed for the SUT and SUV.Must-Read Hummer EVThis content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Senior EditorEric Stafford’s automobile addiction began before he could walk, and it has fueled his passion to write news, reviews, and more for Car and Driver since 2016. His aspiration growing up was to become a millionaire with a Jay Leno–like car collection. Apparently, getting rich is harder than social-media influencers make it seem, so he avoided financial success entirely to become an automotive journalist and drive new cars for a living. After earning a degree at Central Michigan University and working at a daily newspaper, the years of basically burning money on failed project cars and lemon-flavored jalopies finally paid off when Car and Driver hired him. His garage currently includes a 2010 Acura RDX, a manual ’97 Chevy Camaro Z/28, and a ’90 Honda CRX Si. More

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    Bajaj-Triumph Motorcycle Launch Date 27th June – Confirms Rajiv Bajaj

    Rajiv Bajaj has confirmed that more than 1 motorcycle will be launched – Likely to be a roadster and scrambler body style to rival Royal EnfieldNew Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle Will Rival Royal Enfield – Render
    Collaborations with international brands have been on the rise in the Indian two-wheeler segment. Some examples include TVS-BMW and the recent agreement between Hero MotoCorp and Harley Davidson.
    Another notable mention is Bajaj Auto, which appears to be getting better with such collaborations. The company is already manufacturing KTM and Husqvarna bikes for both domestic and international markets. Bajaj will soon be producing bikes for British brand Triumph Motorcycles as well. Not only that, Bajaj has now taken over Triumph India operations.
    Bajaj-Triumph Motorcycle Launch Date Announced
    The JV between Bajaj and Triumph is aimed to manufacture low-cost motorcycles for the British brand to broaden its sales horizon. These new motorcycles are designed and developed entirely in the UK. Manufacturing will be handled by Bajaj. These motorcycles will be manufactured at Bajaj Auto’s new manufacturing facility in Chakan, near Pune.
    In an interview with CNBC-TV18, Rajiv Bajaj has announced the launch date of the first range of Bajaj-Triumph motorcycles. The launch will take place on Tuesday 27th June, 2023 in London. Yes, it will be a global launch event, which will be handled by Triumph. The motorcycles will be wearing Triumph branding. Take a look at the detailed interview below, from about the 8 minute mark.

    #CNBCTV18Exclusive | #India cannot build a future with so many subsidies in any sector, Rajiv Bajaj, MD, #BajajAuto. Tells @_prashantnair, @_soniashenoy & @Nigel__DSouza that #FAME subsidies being withdrawn will not have a big impact in the long run. pic.twitter.com/JDKEe8XA4x
    — CNBC-TV18 (@CNBCTV18News) April 21, 2023

    New Bajaj-Triumph motorcycles will be aimed at Indian as well as global markets. They are likely to be offered in engine options of 250cc and 400cc. Various body styles will be on offer. Some of them spied already include a roadster and a scrambler. Triumph has registered new motorcycle names – Adventurer, Hurricane and Street Tracker.
    Bajaj Triumph Motorcycles To Rival Royal Enfield
    Test mules of Bajaj-Triumph bikes have been spotted globally and even in India. A lot of design elements found on recently spotted Indian test mules match that of global ones. We’re talking about a neo-retro design language that is lifted straight from Triumph’s Street lineup. A simplistic design with funky elements gave them an old-world charm.
    For starters, there are two models being introduced, one is a neo-retro street bike and the other is a scrambler. Both models are likely to be offered with two engine options as well. One a 250cc and the other, a 400cc. Elements like USD front forks, rear mono-shock, alloy wheels, single-disc setup at both ends, round headlights and turn indicators and bar-end mirror up the retro appeal.
    Pricing & Rivals
    There are speculations in place suggesting that Bajaj-Triumph will only launch the smaller 250cc offerings in India, while 400cc offerings (or 350cc) might only be limited to global markets. Specs of these engines are not yet out, but the smaller 250cc mill should make around 30 bhp, while the larger motor might develop around 40 bhp. Pricing for the smaller 250cc model might start from Rs. 2.5 lakh (ex-sh). India launch has been confirmed for July – Sep 2023 period. More

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    Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs. Ioniq 5: Which EV Is the Better Buy?

    Hyundai’s Ioniq subbrand of electric vehicles now includes both the Ioniq 5 crossover and the Ioniq 6 sedan.The Ioniq 6 provides greater range and is slightly cheaper, while the Ioniq 5 has more cargo space and will soon offer a high-performance N variant. The two cars share the same E-GMP platform and battery packs, and their single- and dual-motor powertrains are similar.Hyundai and Kia are building some of the best electric cars you can buy today. We named both the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and the Kia EV6 to our 10Best Trucks and SUVs list for 2023, and now, even just within Hyundai’s Ioniq electric subbrand, we’re even more spoiled for choice. The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6 sedan has just joined the 5 crossover and shares the same E-GMP platform, many interior appointments, and its various battery and motor configurations.But the two Ioniq models look completely different on the surface, and there are some key differentiators between the Ioniq 5 and the Ioniq 6 in specs, character, and packaging. Having now experienced both, we’re comparing and contrasting these Hyundai EVs to help you decide which is better.Range, Charging, and EfficiencyThe Ioniq 6 sedan is considerably lower, sleeker, and more aerodynamic than the Ioniq 5 crossover, and this is a boon for its estimated driving range—in some configurations. The highest-range version of the 6, the SE Long Range RWD, is EPA-rated to go an impressive 361 miles on a charge. The similarly spec’d Ioniq 5 Long Range RWD can only manage a 303-mile EPA range. It is worth noting that the Ioniq 5’s range estimate applies to all rear-wheel-drive single-motor trim levels (SE, SEL, Limited) with the larger battery pack, while the Ioniq 6 only achieves that impressive figure in the lower SE trim level with its smaller 18-inch wheels. The Ioniq 6 SEL and Limited have 20-inch wheels and wider tires that bring their estimated range down to 305 miles.The difference is less pronounced among the all-wheel-drive dual-motor variants. The top-spec Ioniq 6 AWD SEL and Limited models are rated at 270 miles of range, while the Ioniq 5 AWD estimated range is a slightly lower 266 miles. Both the 5 and 6 also offer a smaller battery pack in the Standard Range models, and that’s rated at 240 miles for the sedan and 220 miles for the crossover. The best compromise of the whole lineup might be the Ioniq 6 SE AWD, which combines the 18-inch wheels with the dual-motor setup and offers an estimated range of 316 miles. Regardless of which battery and powertrain you choose, all Ioniq models can charge quickly, with DC fast-charging capability. More on ChargingOf course, all of these are just estimates, and things are different in the real world. On our own real-world 75-mph highway range test, both Ioniqs fell short of their EPA ratings. The Ioniq 5 Limited AWD we tested managed 210 miles, while the Ioniq 6 SE RWD managed 260 miles. This admittedly isn’t an apples-to-apples comparison, and we look forward to testing more configurations of the 5 and 6 to see how they stack up on this test.Power and PerformanceWith horsepower figures ranging from 149 horsepower for the Ioniq 6 Standard Range RWD setup up to 320 hp for the top Long Range AWD configuration, both the Ioniq 5 and 6 offer a wide range of performance possibilities. The base rear-wheel-drive models with the standard 53.0-kWh battery pack come with a single electric motor producing 149 hp in the Ioniq 6 and 168 hp in the Ioniq 6. Upgrading to the RWD Long Range, with a larger 77.4-kWh battery pack, brings power output up to 225 hp in both cars. The all-wheel-drive configuration comes standard with the larger battery pack and has front and rear electric motors that combine for 320 hp.Again, our own acceleration test results are for non-equivalent versions. The 320-hp dual-motor Ioniq 5 Limited AWD got to 60 mph in a brisk 4.5 seconds in our testing, while the significantly less powerful single-motor 225-hp Ioniq 6 SE RWD managed a sprint to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds. When we eventually get our hands on an Ioniq 6 AWD for testing, we’ll see if it ends up being quicker than its taller sibling. But we don’t expect a huge difference between the two, as their claimed curb weights are similar when comparing equivalent configurations.A high-performance N version of the Ioniq 5 has already been confirmed, and that model will offer a considerably more powerful set of electric motors with around 600 horsepower. We don’t know for sure if the Ioniq 6 will also get the N treatment, but we won’t be shocked if it comes to fruition.Ioniq N ModelsInterior and DimensionsAlthough the Ioniq 6 sedan is longer and lower than the Ioniq 5, the crossover has the longer wheelbase of the two. Both cars feel spacious inside, and the Ioniq 6 only has slightly less passenger volume than the Ioniq 5. We thought the Ioniq 6 felt more spacious up front, and it does offer considerably more front legroom than the Ioniq 5. In the back seat, the Ioniq 5 wins out in terms of legroom.Predictably, the Ioniq 5’s hatchback body style offers considerably more cargo space than the Ioniq 6’s conventional trunk. You get 27 cubic feet of space behind the Ioniq 5’s rear seat, while the Ioniq 6’s trunk only offers 11 cubic feet.Price and Trim LevelsThe Ioniq 6 is the cheaper option of the two, but only just. It slots in just below the crossover in price, with the sedan starting at $42,715 for the base model compared with the Ioniq 5’s $42,785 starting price. At the high end, the Ioniq 5 Limited AWD is $57,835 compared with the Ioniq 6 Limited AWD at $57,215. Both are offered in SE, SEL, and Limited trim levels, and the standard and optional equipment is similar between the two. Color-wise, the Ioniq 6 offers a few hues you won’t find on the 5 including a nice dark green (Digital Green) and a bright red (Ultimate Red), but both cars offer matte paint options for an extra $1000.This content is imported from poll. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site.Senior EditorDespite being raised on a steady diet of base-model Hondas and Toyotas—or perhaps because of it—Joey Capparella nonetheless cultivated an obsession for the automotive industry throughout his childhood in Nashville, Tennessee. He found a way to write about cars for the school newspaper during his college years at Rice University, which eventually led him to move to Ann Arbor, Michigan, for his first professional auto-writing gig at Automobile Magazine. He has been part of the Car and Driver team since 2016 and now lives in New York City.   More

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    2023 Hero Passion Plus 100cc Launch Soon – Arrives At Dealer

    The Hero Passion Plus will re-launch in India with the same 100cc engine developing 7.91 bhp and 8.05 Nm, mated to a 4-speed gearbox2023 Hero Passion Plus 100cc. Image – Automobile Tamilan
    India is one of the largest two wheeler market in the world. Hero MotoCorp continues to dominate this market. They offer a slew of budget commuter motorcycles, which help them generate record breaking sales month after month. Some of their best selling motorcycles are Splendor, HF Deluxe and Passion.
    Despite the launch of new rivals, Hero continues to be at the top. Now, Honda has announced the launch of a new 100cc motorcycle, which will be their yet another attempt into ending Hero’s dominance. To counter the launch of this new Honda Shine 100, Hero MotoCorp is launching a new motorcycle as well, in the form of Passion Plus. Images are credited to Automobile Tamilan.
    Hero Passion Plus Re-Launch – Honda Shine 100 Rival
    Hero Passion Plus was discontinued in 2019, citing low demand. It was the 100cc offering of the Passion line, while regular Passion and Passion Pro are 110cc offerings. This move might be to counter the new kid in the budget commuter motorcycle block, Honda CB Shine 100. Passion Plus has already reached dealerships. Pricing will be out soon. Hat tip to
    In India, Hero MotoCorp has three lineups that classify all its motorcycles. They are Practical Line, Executive Line and Performance Line. Practical Line consists of 100cc offerings, Executive Line consists of 110cc and 125cc motorcycles and Performance Line gets Hero’s 160cc and 200cc lineup.
    2023 Hero Passion Plus 100cc
    Till now, Splendor is the most expensive offering in Practical Line. Hero Passion Plus will now take that spot, offering a slightly more executive appeal with a 100cc engine. This way, Hero offers three different models in the 100cc category. They are HF, Splendor Plus and Passion Plus. Diversifying its 100cc portfolio is the best bet for Hero to attract customers from jumping onto Honda’s ship.
    Features and Specifications
    Hero Passion Plus is likely to be the new flagship for Hero’s Practical Line. Followed by Splendor Plus, HF Deluxe and HF 100. Passion Plus will come equipped with the same 97.2cc engine generating 7.91 bhp at 8000 RPM and 8.05 Nm of torque at 6000 RPM. This engine gets a 4-speed gearbox unit.
    Instrumentation and features list is likely to be identical to standard Passion 110. We’re talking about a semi-digital instrument cluster along with a mobile charging port beside it. There is an analog speedometer along with a squarish LCD display. This display will show odometer readings, trip meters, fuel gauges and more.
    2023 Hero Passion Plus 100cc
    Hero’s proprietary i3S stop-start tech is present too. Fuel efficiency is likely to be Hero Passion Plus’ forte. There is no official figure as of now. But 60+ km/l of fuel efficiency is likely. Hero might launch an XTEC version in the future too, if demands exist. XTEC variant will get a fully digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity as well.
    How Much Does It Cost?
    Drum brakes at both ends, conventional telescopic front forks, twin shock absorbers at the rear, 80/100-18 tyres at both ends, and a long seat are expected componentry. Lighting involves halogens for headlights, tail lights and turn indicators. Apart from Honda Shine 100, Hero Passion Plus will rival Bajaj Platina 100 as well.
    2023 Hero Passion Plus 100cc
    2023 Hero Passion Plus 100cc motorcycle prices are not out yet. Bookings have commenced, though. It is expected to be priced aggressively. For context, Bajaj Platina 100 costs Rs. 52,915, Honda Shine 100 costs Rs. 64,900, Hero Splendor Plus costs 72,076 and Splendor Plus XTEC costs Rs. 76,346 (all prices ex-sh, Delhi). More

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    Top 10 Scooters FY 2023 – Activa, Ntorq, Dio, Pleasure, Burgman, iQube

    Scooter sales grew by 25.61 percent in FY 2023 with almost all models on the top 10 list posting YoY growth except for the Hero Pleasure and Ray ZRNew TVS iQube
    In an earlier post we have covered best-selling cars and top 10 two wheeler sales sold during the FY 2023 period. Here we look at how scooter sales have performed during the past financial year. Top five products – Honda Activa, TVS Jupiter, Suzuki Access, TVS NTorq and Honda Dio constituted 85 percent of sales on this list.
    TVS iQube, the only electric scooter among the top 10, showed the maximum YoY growth at 797.19 percent, while sales of the Hero Pleasure and Yamaha Ray ZR fell into the red. Top 10 scooter sales stood at 45,32,985 units in FY 2023 up 25.61 percent as against 36,08,899 units sold in FY 2022. This was a volume growth of 9,24,086 units.
    Top 10 Scooters FY 2023 – Activa No 1
    Honda Activa was the best-selling scooter in the past financial year. Sales in FY 2023 stood at 21,49,658 units, up 25.84 percent over 18,08,305 units sold in FY 2022. Volume growth stood at 4,41,353 units with the Activa commanding a 47.42 percent share on this list.
    At No. 2 was TVS Jupiter with sales growth of 44.59 percent YoY to 7,29,546 units in FY 2023 from 5,04,567 units sold in FY 2022. Newer models, latest features and class leading technologies have kept this scooter ahead of competition.
    Top 10 scooters FY 2023
    Next up was Suzuki Access with sales of 4,98,844 units in FY 2023, up 8.30 percent from 4,60,596 units sold in FY 2022. This was a 38,248 unit volume growth to command an 11 percent share on this list. TVS Ntorq was next on the top 10 scooter sales list in FY 2023 with 2,90,539 units sold in the said period, up 16.55 percent from 2,49,277 units sold in FY 2022.
    Honda Dio scooter also posted increased YoY sales in FY 2023 by 13.85 percent to 2,53,467 units, up from 2,22,632 units sold in FY 2022. This was volume growth of 30,835 units with a share of 5.59 percent on this list. A YoY de-growth was seen for the Hero Pleasure by 5.54 percent in FY 2023 to 1,69,984 units, down from 1,79,961 units sold in FY 2022. Volume de-growth stood at 9,977 units.
    Scooter sales below 1.5 lakh
    Hero Destini scooter sales posted an 84.11 percent YoY growth to 1,27,682 units in FY 2023, up from 69,351 units sold in FY 2022 while sales of the Suzuki Burgman improved by 20.50 percent to 1,20,439 units in FY 2023.
    Top 10 scooters FY 2023
    Outstanding sales growth was seen in the case of TVS iQube by 797.19 percent YoY to 96,654 units sold in FY 2023 from just 10,773 units sold in FY 2022 relating to a volume growth of 85,881 units. Trailing the list was the Ray ZR with a 7.07 percent YoY de-growth to 96,172 units in FY 2023 down from 1,03,491 units sold in FY 2022. More

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    Triumph Adventurer, Street Tracker, Hurricane Registered – Names For RE Rival?

    Resurrecting iconic names from the past will allow Triumph improved traction in retro segment that has been witnessing a renaissance of sorts across the globeTriumph-Bajaj Adventure Motorcycle Render
    Triumph has busy days ahead, as it plans to enter multiple new markets and launch new products. The British brand is working to diversify its portfolio to include motocross bikes, electric motorcycles and smaller capacity single-cylinder bikes. The new entry-level bikes will be manufactured in India in collaboration with Bajaj. These will take on Royal Enfield in India as well as in the international markets.
    Recent trademark applications reveal that Triumph is also working to revive iconic names such as Hurricane, Adventurer and Street Tracker. Trademark applications have been filed in multiple locations such as the US, UK, Australia and Canada. A similar approach is being utilized by BSA as well, that has recently filed trademark applications for Thunderbolt, Lightning and Bantam titles.
    Triumph Hurricane can be a three-cylinder machine
    In the US, Triumph has filed a trademark application for ‘Hurricane’ title. In comparison, the trademark paperwork in UK mentions ‘Triumph Hurricane’. As trademark application has been filed in the US, it reveals that Hurricane is likely to reach production stage. That’s because new rules in the US provide trademark protection only to names that will be used in near future. It is a way to prevent entities from registering names that they don’t intend to use. It helps avoid the so-called ‘deadwood’ trademarks.
    Talking about Hurricane, the most common association is with the X-75 Hurricane. The bike was in production from 1972 to 1973. Designed by fairing specialist Craig Vetter, X-75 Hurricane used the same platform as that of Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket 3. X-75 Hurricane was specially designed for the US market. Interestingly, it was originally planned for launch under BSA brand. However, as the BSA factory shut down in 1972, the bike was launched as a Triumph. In production for just around a year’s time, fewer than 1,200 units were manufactured.
    Bajaj-Triumph motorcycle for India – spied
    It is likely that Triumph will use a three-cylinder setup for the resurrected Hurricane. It will also borrow quite a few of the distinctive design elements. Triumph had tried to resurrect the Hurricane title earlier also, around two decades back. However, it was a completely different machine at that time.
    It was the era of bikes like Suzuki Hayabusa and Kawasaki ZX-12R, when the focus was on horsepower and top-speed. Triumph was developing a challenger in the form of a 1,298cc four-cylinder bike, codenamed A13HC. HC was probably short for Hurricane. However, the project was eventually discontinued.
    Triumph Adventurer – a middleweight scrambler
    Trademark application for ‘Adventurer’ has been filed in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. Adventurer title has been used more than once in the past. One of the associations is with TR5T Adventurer produced during 1972 – 74. The bike utilized a 500cc twin-cylinder motor. Triumph also had Adventurer 900 triple, which was in production from 1995 to 2001. It was a cruiser based on the Thunderbird.
    In the present era, most people will associate the title ‘Adventurer’ with an adventure bike. Triumph already has multiple offerings in this space such as Tiger models in 660cc to 1,200cc range. There’s Scrambler 900 and 1200 as well in the Modern Classics range. Triumph is also working on an affordable 660cc triple that will have superior off-roading capabilities in comparison to existing Tiger Sport 660. Adventurer name could also be used for one of the new single-cylinder bikes being developed in collaboration with Bajaj.
    Street Tracker trademark filed
    Triumph could use the Street Tracker name for one of the upcoming single-cylinder bikes. It is also possible that the new bike could be based on Street Triple. The Street range currently has only the Triple, after Street Scrambler and Street Twin were rebranded into Scrambler 900 and Speed Twin 900. More

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    350cc Motorcycle Sales March 2023 – Classic, Bullet, Jawa, CB350, Hunter

    Motorcycle sales in the 350cc segment posted YoY and MoM de-growth in March 2023 with most models finishing in the redRoyal Enfield dominates the 350cc segment with 90% market share
    The 350cc segment is and generally has been dominated by models from the Royal Enfield stables. However, new rivals are incoming soon. Honda is planning to expand its 350cc line-up with a new 350cc motorcycle. Hero MotoCorp is working on a single-cylinder Harley Davidson, while Bajaj-Triumph is also entering this segment soon. The 350 cc segment is set to see some upheaval.
    350cc motorcycle sales in March 2023 saw a de-growth both in terms of YoY and MoM sales. Sales which had stood at 59,697 units in March 2022 dipped 0.12 percent to 59,627 units in March 2023. This was a 70 unit fall in volumes. MoM sales dipped by 6.69 percent as against 63,900 units sold in Feb 2023.
    350cc Motorcycle Sales March 2023 – Royal Enfield commands top 5 positions
    Out of 7 models on this list, 5 were from the Royal Enfield stables. There was also the Honda CB350 lower down the list and Jawa/Yezdi also found mention on the list. On a YoY basis, every model on this list has suffered de-growth except for the Bullet 350 that also saw MoM sales end on a positive note. Besides the Bullet 350, MoM sales list also had the CB 350 and Jawa Yezdi experiencing improved sales.
    At No. 1 was RE Classic 350 with 24,466 units sold in the past month, down 25.17 percent from 32,694 units sold in March 2022. This was an 8,228 unit volume de-growth with the Classic 350 commanding a 41.03 percent share on this list. MoM sales also saw a 10.91 percent de-growth over 27,461 units sold in Feb 2023.
    350cc motorcycle sales March 2023
    RE Hunter 350cc followed with sales of 10,824 units in the past month and an 18.15 percent share. It was a Mom de-growth of 16.26 percent when compared to 12,925 units sold in Feb 2023. Despite a MoM fall in sales, the RE Hunter has received some accolades.
    It was followed by the Bullet 350 with YoY and MoM growth in sales. YoY sales improved by 3.77 percent to 8,595 units in March 2023 from 8,283 units sold in March 2022. MoM sales were higher by 4.41 percent as against 8,232 units sold in Feb 2023. Share percentage on this list also improved from 12.88 percent to 14.41 percent MoM. RE Meteor 350cc (6,211 units) and Electra 350cc (3,374 units) each suffered YoY and MoM de-growth.
    Honda CB350, Jawa Yezdi Report MoM sales growth
    Honda CB350 has seen a 14.74 percent YoY dip in sales to 2,904 units in March 2023 from 3,406 units sold in March 2022. It was however, an 810.34 percent MoM growth in sales over just 319 units sold in Feb 2023. This took share percentage up from 0.50 percent held in Feb 2023 to 4.87 percent in the past month.
    350cc motorcycles market share March 2023
    Jawa Yezdi (retail sales) stood at 3,253 units in March 2023, down 23.74 YoY when compared to 4,265 units sold in March 2022. MoM sales improved by 3.07 percent from 3,156 units sold in Feb 2023 relating to a 93 unit volume growth. This took share percentage to 5.46 percent last month from 4.94 percent held in Feb 2023. More