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      2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R Launched In India At Rs. 11.09 Lakh – CBR650R Rival

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      2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R Launched In IndiaAs opposed to the 85 bhp of Honda CBR650R, Kawasaki ZX-6R launched in India boasts a higher 130 bhp peak power from its 636cc in-line 4 engineTeam Green has launched its middle-weight fire-breathing rocket in India. We are talking about the new Ninja ZX-6R in all its glory. This is a recurring model for Indian market that was earlier on sale a couple of years ago. This sits above recently launched ZX-4R and ZX-10R and the price for Kawasaki ZX-6R launched, is Rs. 11.09 lakh (ex-sh).Kawasaki ZX-6R Launched In India At Rs. XX LakhThe middle-weight in-line four-cylinder motorcycle segment was dominated by Honda with CBR650R fully faired sportsbike and its street naked counterpart, CB650R. Kawasaki used to offer ZX-6R in India and was discontinued later, making Ninja 650 its only fully-faired motorcycle in 600cc category.Honda enjoyed quite a niche by offering the most affordable fully-faired 4-cylinder motorcycles in India. That said, Honda big bikes in 500cc+ motorcycle category often saw 0 sales for a very long time. Now, Kawasaki intends to try its luck with 4-cylinder motorcycles in India with the launch of ZX-4R and now, ZX-6R.Kawasaki is offering 2 colours – Metallic Graphite Grey and Lime Green. This fully-faired motorcycle draws design inspiration from its bigger brother and most popular liter-class machine, ZX-10R. The motorcycle offers supersport styling with a large central air intake, flanked by a split LED headlights setup. There is a decent windscreen for rider to get behind, along with aerodynamic ORVMs.2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R Aluminium Perimeter frameMulti-layered fairing looks like it offers excellent aerodynamic efficiency and allows for efficient heat flow without boiling rider’s legs. There is a raised rear section ending in tail-light shaped like a ninja’s tri-pointed shuriken, perfectly complementing Ninja name in ZX-6R and the performance it offers.Powertrain, componentry and specsSpeaking of performance, Kawasaki ZX-6R launched in India, packs the famed 636cc 4-cylinder in-line engine with DOHC and 4V per cylinder config with 4 Keihin 38mm throttle bodies. Performance metrics include 128 bhp of screaming power and a very nice 69 Nm of peak torque with a 12.9:1 compression ratio.6-speed gearbox, slipper clutch, sealed chain, Kawasaki Traction Control (KRTC), power modes (Full/Low), Kawasaki Intelligent ABS (KIBS), and Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) (upshifts only) are part of package too. There is an eco riding indicator too and the 4.3-inch TFT display offers smartphone connectivity.2024 Kawasaki ZX-6RSuspension setup includes 41mm Showa Big Piston (SFF-BP) USD telescopic front forks and Uni-Trak gas-charged rear mono-shock. Both suspensions get compression, rebound and preload adjustability. The 17-inch alloy wheels are wrapped with 120-70 front and 185-55 rear tyres.Dropping anchors on this beast are dual 310mm discs at the front with radially-mounted 4-piston calipers and a single 220mm disc at the rear with a single-piston caliper. All of this is mounted on an aluminium perimeter frame with a 1,400 mm wheelbase and 129.5 mm ground clearance. Fuel tank is 17L in capacity and has a 198 kg kerb weight. More

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      Hero Classic 350 Rival Launch, Media Drive Dates Revealed – Hurikan 440 Name Final?

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      X440 test mule that could be Hero’s Hurikan 440Given the VFM identity that Hero MotoCorp has, we can expect the new Hero Classic 350 rival to be priced around Rs. 2 lakh (ex-sh)Royal Enfield seems to have hit the ball out of the park with Classic 350. The motorcycle has proved to be a phenomenon among Indian buyers. In November 2023, RE sold 30K+ Classic 350 in India. That’s a sizeable chunk. A chunk that India’s biggest 2W manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, is eyeing with a new 440cc bike.Hero Classic 350 Rival Launch Soon?Joining the long line of Classic 350 rivals is Hero MotoCorp. The line consists of Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles, Honda CB350 lineup, Harley-Davidson X440 and Triumph Speed 400. Hero’s new Classic 350 rival will share the same 440cc platform that was co-developed with Harley-Davidson and seen on X440.There may be a small difference in engine tuning to place Harley-Davidson X440 as the more premium and performant machine than Hero’s offering. This should allow Hero MotoCorp to undercut X440 and most of its rivals by a large margin. Hero’s production capacity is among the largest in the world and with that, the company might establish an aggressive price point.Considering X440 is already a retro-style motorcycle, we expect Hero to position its motorcycle slightly differently. We’re talking about slightly toned-down design attributes and fancy finishes for sheet metal. Probably cut down on a few features too. The name Hurikan 440 was recently trademarked by Hero MotoCorp and has a good chance of ending up on its Classic 350 rival.Hero Classic 350 Rival Media DriveHurikan 440 Name Final?In yesterday’s post, we covered upcoming Hero MotoCorp motorcycle based on Harley-Davidson X440 and how it can be a Classic 350 rival. In the post, we mentioned launch date as January 22nd. The recent media invites sent by the company suggest media drive events to be held between 15th and 16th February.Considering Karizma XMR 210 costs Rs. 1.8 lakh (ex-sh), we can speculate Hero Hurikan 440 (name not confirmed) to be priced at around Rs. 2 lakh (ex-sh). In comparison, Harley-Davidson X440 costs Rs. 2,39,500 (ex-sh) for base Denim variant and goes till Rs. 2,79,500 for S variant with alloy wheels and connectivity suite.Performance metrics of Hero Hurikan 440 might be slightly lower than that of Harley-Davidson X440. For context, X440 has 27 bhp of peak power and 38 Nm of peak torque. Hurikan 440 will continue to get a 6-speed transmission with different gearing than X440. Hero’s biggest motorcycle will feature dual-channel ABS.Other areas for (potential) cost-cutting for Hero Hurikan 440 are less sophisticated front suspension setup as opposed to X440’s 43mm KYB USD telescopic front forks. Wheels on Hurikan 440 might not feature any dual-tone effect and wear skinnier rubber too when compared to X440. Hero is expected to play VFM card and establish an attractive price point with its flagship product. More

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      Bajaj Auto Sales Dec 2023 Nears 3.26 Lakh – 16% Growth YoY

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      Bajaj Pulsar N rangeBajaj Auto has released its sales report for December 2023, showcasing remarkable growth across its two-wheeler and commercial vehicle segmentsCombining both two-wheeler and commercial vehicle sales, Bajaj Auto showcased robust performance. The total domestic sales for December 2023 hit 190,919 units, marking a striking 28% surge compared to 148,583 units in the same period the previous year. On the export front, the company registered sales of 135,887 units, indicating a modest 2% growth from December 2022’s 132,931 units. The cumulative total sales of 326,806 units for both segments displayed a commendable 16% rise from December 2022’s 281,514 units.Bajaj Auto Sales Dec 2023 – Two WheelersIn the two-wheeler segment, Bajaj Auto reported a significant uptick in both domestic and export sales. Domestically, the company recorded a sales figure of 158,370 units, marking an impressive 26% increase from December 2022’s 125,553 units. Export numbers also saw a rise, albeit more modestly, reaching 124,631 units, up by 3% compared to the previous year’s 121,499 units. The combined total for two-wheeler sales stood at 283,001 units, reflecting a notable 15% increase from December 2022’s 247,052 units.Bajaj Auto sales Dec 2023 vs Dec 2022Commercial Vehicles on the RiseThe commercial vehicle segment also experienced a surge in sales for Bajaj Auto. The domestic market witnessed a substantial growth of 41%, with sales climbing to 32,549 units in December 2023 from 23,030 units in the same period last year. However, exports in this category faced a slight decline, dropping by 2% to 11,256 units from December 2022’s 11,432 units. The overall commercial vehicle sales tallied at 43,805 units, demonstrating a commendable 27% increase from the 34,462 units recorded in December 2022.Cumulative Year-to-Date FiguresCombining both two-wheeler and commercial vehicle segments, Bajaj Auto showcased a mixed performance in the year-to-date sales for April to December 2023. The total domestic sales for this period reached 2,057,393 units, marking a significant 29% surge compared to 1,591,594 units in the same period the previous year. However, on the export front, the company recorded sales of 1,224,964 units, indicating a challenging 17% decline from April to December 2022’s 1,476,535 units. The cumulative total sales of 3,282,357 units for both segments displayed a moderate 7% increase from April to December 2022’s 3,068,129 units.Bajaj Auto sales YTD Dec 2023Two-Wheelers: Domestic Demand Surges, Export Woes PersistIn the realm of two-wheelers, Bajaj Auto experienced a substantial surge in domestic sales. The company recorded a noteworthy 22% increase in domestic two-wheeler sales, reaching 1,703,704 units from April to December 2023, compared to 1,390,893 units during the same period in 2022. However, the export segment faced challenges, witnessing a 17% decline, with sales dropping to 1,107,402 units from April to December 2023, down from 1,326,541 units in the corresponding period in 2022. The cumulative total for two-wheeler sales stood at 2,811,106 units, reflecting a modest 3% increase from April to December 2022’s 2,717,434 units.Commercial Vehicles: Remarkable Growth in Domestic Market, Export DownturnBajaj Auto’s commercial vehicle segment showcased remarkable growth in the domestic market. Sales soared by an impressive 76%, with figures climbing to 353,689 units from April to December 2023, compared to 200,701 units in the same period in 2022. However, the export landscape for commercial vehicles proved to be challenging, experiencing a significant 22% decrease, with sales dropping to 117,562 units from April to December 2023, down from 149,994 units in the corresponding period in 2022. The overall commercial vehicle sales tallied at 471,251 units, demonstrating a commendable 34% increase from April to December 2022’s 350,695 units.Market Insights and Future ProspectsBajaj Auto’s impressive growth in sales for December 2023 signals a positive trajectory in the company’s performance. The substantial surge in both domestic and export markets across two-wheelers and commercial vehicles indicates a strong consumer demand for their products.This upward trend may be attributed to various factors, including consumer confidence, the introduction of new models, and effective marketing strategies employed by Bajaj Auto. Additionally, the company’s robust distribution network both domestically and internationally likely played a pivotal role in achieving these impressive sales figures. With this notable performance, Bajaj Auto is poised to continue its momentum in the automobile market, showcasing its commitment to innovation, quality, and meeting customer needs in the coming months. More

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      Hero Teased New 440cc Bike – Roadster? Bigger Xpulse 440?

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      X440 test mule that could be Hero’s Classic 350 rivalIf it is a RE Classic 350 rival, Hero’s new 440cc motorcycle might be priced aggressively and under rival’s pricing to significant extentIndia’s largest motorcycle manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, is strengthening its position in premium motorcycle space in the Asian subcontinent. As of now, this 2W behemoth is Primarily known for its budget commuters. The company’s biggest 440cc motorcycle is launching on 22nd January 2024, as teased by the company.Hero Teased New 440cc Bike – Name starts with an R?Partnership with Harley-Davidson is spawning a 440cc motorcycle for Hero, as teased by the company recently. As per the teaser, we might be looking at the same 440cc platform jointly developed by Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson. In the soundtrack of this teaser was a bassy exhaust note.In this teaser, Hero MotoCorp is highlighting the letter ‘R’. This could be a clear indication that the name of Hero’s upcoming 440cc motorcycle might start with R. The question, however, is what kind of a motorcycle is Hero MotoCorp cooking? There are a few possibilities.Is this a Classic 350 rivaling Retro motorcycle?If we look at test mules that revolve around Hero’s research centre in Jaipur, we can see a few Harley-Davidson X440 test mules that may be testing a new set of accessories for X440 like rear pillion backrest. Thst said, we have also reported surprising X440 test mules with heavy camouflage and without accessories after Harley-Davidson X440 launched it in India.Hero Teased New 440cc BikePrimary speculations point towards a badge-engineered X440 under Hero’s name to take a dig at ever-popular Royal Enfield Classic 350. Considering sales potential, this is among the logical possibilities too. Badge engineering is common practice and bike makers like BMW and TVS are at it too.Positioning as a power cruiser or power roadster with retro looks, Hero could cut down on a few premium finishes and features from X440 to create a Classic 350 rival under Hero brand and price it aggressively. We’re talking about Rs. 2 lakh (ex-sh) price point. It would be a tempting proposition.210cc Xpulse and Xtreme?Other possibilities include the launch of 210cc versions of current Xpulse 200 and Xtreme 160R, based on 210cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4V engine from Karizma XMR 210. The R name that Hero MotoCorp is highlighting might denote Xtreme 210R. There may be design inspirations from Hero 2.5R XTUNT Concept motorcycle recently unveiled at 2023 EICMA.Hero Xtreme 210 and Xpulse 210 spotted testingIs it Xpulse 440 with a new name?Other set of test mules spotted around Jaipur is Xpulse 440. This is Hero’s big-capacity ADV motorcycle that will take on the likes of Royal Enfield New Himalayan, Triumph Scrambler 400X, KTM 390 Adventure and the likes. The company has been testing this upcoming Xpulse in high-altitude areas around Ladakh and Himalayas since 2022.There might be a new motorcycle in its entirety. Whose test mules never caught any prying eyes of Indian automotive enthusiasts. Something like TVS pulled out with Raider 125 launch. More info revolving around this motorcycle might surface in the coming days.Source More

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      Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner Cafe Racer Rendered – Name Trademarked

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      Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner RenderA close to 500cc twin-cylinder engine on Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner could develop around 60 bhp of peak power and 50 Nm of peak torqueBajaj Auto has been one of the leading forces in India’s commuter and street motorcycles segments. These single-cylinder engines range between 100cc and 373cc and are doing duties across multiple sub-brands. But what would a twin-cylinder from Bajaj be like? Does this relate to Bajaj’s Twinner registered trademark?Bajaj Twinner 500 Cafe Racer RenderedRendering artist Pratyush Rout has penned down his imagination and expressed what Bajaj’s first twin-cylinder motorcycle might look like. For obvious reasons, there is a high probability of it falling under the Pulsar umbrella for maximum appeal. So, he created a street naked neo-retro Cafe Racer style Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner.Bajaj Twinner Trademark FiledBajaj and Pulsar fans would expect a powertrain upgrade from their preferred OEM in the form of a twin-cylinder engine. Especially looking at how much commercial success Royal Enfield has seen with its parallel-twin 650 platform. Bajaj and KTM had intentions of jointly developing a 490cc parallel-twin platform in 2020.Bajaj’s trademarked Twinner name is a fitting choice for a product like this. Considering this is around 500cc in displacement, one could speculate that Bajaj-KTM has gone with joining two 250cc engines together and developing a sophisticated setup around it. That might be the case too as it is among the standard practices in the industry.Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner RenderThe wordmark Twinner that Bajaj has trademarked, is not associated with any prefix or suffixes. This could mean that Bajaj will use Twinner name along with existing sub-brands like Pulsar. In effect, the word Twinner would only denote its engine architecture. For example, Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner, might be a name in the future where Twinner is used to denote the new engine.Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner RenderUnique blend of design from multiple motorcycle genresFor design, Pratyush Rout has gone with an amalgamation of Pulsar’s muscular approach and blended it with classic motorcycle elements like round headlights. Something first-ever Pulsar had. There is a stepped rear seat like that of a super sport machine too, creating a unique blend of elements from multiple motorcycle genres.Fuel tank is all new, donning the Pulsar 3D badge and subtle changes compared to Dominar 400. The changes are in-keeping with Bajaj’s design trends. The perimeter frame is retained and it proudly displays the Twinner badge. Subframe is a lot sportier and the tail section is now much tidier. Wheels, braking setup and exhaust system are retained from the current Dominar 400.Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner RenderHeadlights are round and grab attention along with paying tribute to motorcycles of the past. Twin circular pods for the instrument cluster look classy as well. USD front telescopic forks are finished in gold and petal disc brakes at the front get Nissin calipers. If launched, Pulsar 500 Twinner will be the biggest Pulsar ever. Sidelining the soon-to-be-launched 400cc single-cylinder Pulsar.Powertrain is the key highlightFor Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner, the perimeter frame will be tweaked slightly to accommodate the wider engine. Considering around 500cc displacement, we may expect around 60 bhp of peak power and 50Nm of peak torque. This engine will get many modern hardware like 4V head, DOHC setup, liquid cooling, quick-shifter, throttle-by-wire, slipper clutch and more.Bajaj Pulsar 500 Twinner Render More

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      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales November 2023 – RE 650, Z900, Hayabusa, Ninja

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      Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6ROwing to its affordable lineup, Royal Enfield trounced the competition within 500cc+ motorcycle sales November 2023 charts with 91% market shareThe big bike category saw a major boost in sales in the month of November 2023. Volume has more than doubled YoY at 127.91% YoY growth when compared to sales performance from November 2022. The 3,724 units clocked by 500cc+ motorcycle sales November 2023 were slightly behind the 4,305 units sold in the festive period of October 2023, facing a slight MoM decline.500cc+ Motorcycle Sales November 2023Peaking the 500cc+ motorcycle sales November 2023 charts is Royal Enfield with a total of 3,382 units sold with 90.81% market share combined. Breaking these numbers up, we get 650 Twins (Intercepter 650 and Continental GT 650) taking the top spot from their newer sibling Super Meteor 650 that topped the charts a month before.650 Twins sold 2,112 units with 56.71% market share among 500cc+ motorcycles and registered 65.87% YoY growth with 838 units volume gain. Super Meteor 650 saw 1,270 units sold last month and accounted for 34.10% market share. Kawasaki Z900 is India’s most affordable inline-four 500cc+ bike and took 3rd spot with 90 units sold.Z900’s sales declined YoY by 24.37% YoY, losing 29 units in volume. India’s most affordable 200bhp litre-class bike is Kawasaki ZX-10R and it sold 38 units with 850% YoY growth. Triumph’s best-selling big bike in India is Street Triple, selling 36 units with 1,100% YoY growth as opposed to 3 units sold last year.500cc+ motorcycle sales November 2023Everyone’s favourite Suzuki Hayabusa sold 34 units with 3.03% YoY growth. Honda’s newest big bike launch, Transalp XL750, scored 29 buyers last month. Triumph’s most affordable multi-cylinder motorcycle in India, Trident 660, sold 18 units and faced YoY decline of 25% over 24 units sold last year.Honda sold 33 big bikes last monthKawasaki Versys 650 and Triumph Tiger 900 sold 15 and 13 units and registered 275% and 8.33% YoY growth respectively, over last year’s sales performance. Harley-Davidson’s best-selling big bikes in India are Nightster selling 10 units, up from 1 unit YoY with 900% growth and Sportster S, selling 9 units, down from 15 YoY with a 40% decline.Kawasaki Ninja 650 sold 9 units too and numbers fell by 47.06% YoY. Triumph Speed Twin 900 and Speed Twin 1200 sold 7 units each and both saw 75% YoY growth. Tiger 1200 sold 4 units and doubled its numbers YoY with 100% growth rate. Grotesque motorcycles like Honda Goldwing and Triumph Rocket III sold 4 units each.Where Goldwing tripled sales numbers YoY at 300% growth, Rocket’s boosters dipped with 33.33% YoY decline. Triumph Tiger 660 Sport, Kawasaki Vulcan S, Harley-Davidson Street Glide and Road Glide all sold 2 units each.Kawasaki Z650 RS, Ninja H2 SX SE, Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114, Triumph Bonneville T100, Bonneville Speedmaster, Bonneville T120 and Speed Triple all sold 1 unit each and there was no growth to register.Lastly, we have motorcycle that didn’t see any takers in November 2023. These motorcycles include Honda’s 650 range, Harley-Davidson Pan America, Fat Bob, 883 Iron, Triumph Bonneville Bobber, Street Scrambler, Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX, Z650, Suzuki V-Strom 650 and Katana. More

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      Aprilia RS 457 Accessories List Revealed – TPMS, Panniers, Quickshifter

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      Aprilia RS 457Among the 28 of Aprilia RS 457 accessories listed, there are racing and touring oriented add-ons to establish sports-tourer characterThe Italian marque has made a grand entry in fully-faired multi-cylinder motorcycle segment in India with RS 457. This is a delicious baby supersports motorcycle with a design semblance to RS 660. Launched at Rs. 4.1 lakh (ex-sh), it is a tempting proposition as well for prospective buyers. Now, the company has revealed official accessories list too.Aprilia RS 457 Accessories List RevealedEarlier this month, Aprilia launched RS 457 in India at 10th anniversary of IBW held at Vagator, Goa. RS 457 has an attractive price tag of Rs. 4.1 lakh (ex-sh). Bookings for the same have commenced since 15th of December. The motorcycle is locally manufactured at Piaggio’s plant in Baramati, Maharashtra, hence the tempting price.Aprilia has listed down 10 accessories sold alongside RS 457 on its official brochure. These accessories include an electronic antitheft, front brake lever protection, assembly system for electronic anti-theft, internal bike cover, external bike cover, helmet lock, USB charging, high windscreen, heel guard and front axle protector.The list seen on official brochure feels slightly lighter than what Aprilia is offering. We say this because Aprilia had promised a bi-directional quick-shifter as an accessory too, which is missing in the brochure. Apriliaridersclubbengaluru Instagram page has posted a list of official accessories (claimed) containing quite a bit more than what Aprilia has listed on the brochure.Aprilia RS 457 Accessories listed by Apriliaridersclubbengaluru Instagram PageThis snippet may be a part of Aprilia’s blurb and contains 28 accessories, which is 18 more than the ones listed on Aprili RS 457 accessories list on brochure. Primary among these are TPMS, side panniers, side pannier holders, tank bags, MIA control unit, a bi-directional quick-shifter and racing brake pads.Up to 28 new accessories for RS 457Other interesting accessories not listed on official brochure are passenger seat cover, adjustable front brake lever, adjustable clutch lever, rear brake lever, gear lever, pilot footpegs, coloured transmission chain, low driver comfort seat, standard comfort seat, comfort passenger handle, wheel stickers, fuel tank side protections and fuel tank central protection.Pricing for these accessories is not yet out. But considering that Aprilia RS 457 is made in India, the accessories for this motorcycle might not be exorbitant. Aprilia is offering both racing-oriented and touring-oriented accessories pitching the perfect proposition of a sports-tourer.Aprilia RS 457 Accessories listed on official brochureStomping the party of Kawasaki Ninja 400, Aprilia RS 457 comes off as a more feature-packed bike with better performance on paper and holds VFM card quite well. But Yamaha has just entered the chat with YZF-R3 and it has been a long time waiting.In a detailed comparison between these three, Aprilia RS 457’s performance metrics of 47 bhp and 43.9 Nm do trounce over others’ and emerge as the most feature-packed, best looking and most affordable for the performance.Source More

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      PUC Certificates Now Require Video Verification – Full Details Here

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      PUC Certificates Video Verification Now Mandatory – Image for reference onlyAs opposed to a single number plate image requirement, the new regulations in PUC certificates issuance require video verification of testing procedureIn a commendable move, Indian Government has mandated video verification of emission testing process across the nation to ensure transparency in the process. This will keep fraudulent operations by PUC centres in check and ensure unfit vehicles show correct emissions value in their PUC certificates for further enforcement.PUC Certificates Now Require Video VerificationIncorrect emission data in PUC certificates is a common phenomenon in India. Owners of old and polluting vehicles often get PUC certificates that are galactically far from reality. This is achieved by malpractices of authorised PUC centres where the emission values tested, are of an entirely different vehicle altogether.This would give a pass for unfit vehicles to meet emission standards and be used on public roads. Now, Indian Government is dropping an anchor on this malpractice by mandating video verification of vehicles in said authorised PUC centres.All 2W and 4W vehicles should now undergo proper emission testing under a watchful eye. National Informatics Center (NIC), is tasked with implementation of these changes. This is a major reform in enforcing vehicular emission control measures by Indian Government.PUC certificate is only granted to vehicles that pass rigorous exhaust gas testing and comply with Motor Vehicles Act regulations. Authorised PUC centres now need to record the entire testing process and upload it to VAHAN portal (managed by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways).Before implementing these stricter regulations, PUC centres needed to only upload the number plate of said vehicle on the portal. This picture could have been provided by owner even though said vehicle was not physically present at testing centre or rightfully tested.New regulations applicable to both 2W and 4W vehiclesNecessary modifications will be made to VAHAN portal by NIC to allow PUC centre operators to upload video of testing process of vehicles. This will establish a significant increase in transparency and legitimacy for the whole process. Vehicles with significant emissions will not be issued with fraudulent PUCs from this new regulation.All the Governments of various States and UTs are expected to adopt and implement these new regulations ASAP. This measure would significantly benefit places like Delhi-NCR, where pollution levels are among the highest in the entire Asian subcontinent and rising by the day.There don’t seem to be any changes to the nominal price of a PUC certificate and associated testing. Also, validity of said PUC certificate is still 6 months, over which the vehicle has to be re-tested and issued with a fresh PUC. More