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    2026 Hero Xpulse 421 Rendered Based On Leaked Patent – New Colours

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    Hero Xpulse 421 RenderedHero MotoCorp is taking great strides to expand its premium vehicle lineup. We recently saw the launch of Xoom 125, Xoom 160, Xtreme 250R and Xpulse 210. However, another anticipated launch from Hero MotoCorp is the Xpulse 421, whose design is already patented. Based on the leaked design patent, we have rendered what production-spec version of Hero Xpulse 421 could look like.
    Hero Xpulse 421 Rendered
    Based on a new 421cc platform, Hero MotoCorp is formulating a new range of premium motorcycles. Xpulse 421 is likely to be the first of these vehicles to feature this engine. The company has patented the design of this motorcycle along with a bunch of individual parts and components that will go on this machine.
    Hero Xpulse 421 Design Patent Leaked
    Based on these designs, rendering artist Pratyush Rout has penned down his version of how upcoming Hero Xpulse 421 might look like. These renders are in multiple colours inspired from other Hero products. We have Blue, Grey, Red, Silver, Copper and White colours on Xpulse 421 and all of them get interesting triple-tone graphics as well.
    In these renders, we can see a flat front fascia with a neatly integrated LED headlight setup along with a tall windscreen that should protect riders from wind blasts. This windshield is of clear type in our renders and is adjustable as well to accommodate riders of different height. We can see a semi-fairing that not only lends a muscular appeal, it has aerodynamic advantages.
    Hero Xpulse 421 Rendered
    Muscular Design
    Our renders get sleek knuckle guards along with ORVMs mounted on the handlebar. A single-piece seat setup with a rear step has been confirmed by Hero’s design patents. Behind this seat, we have a sturdy luggage rack to accommodate a top box. Below the engine, these renders have a sturdy metallic bash plate to protect its underbelly.
    Hero Xpulse 421 Rendered
    There’s only one exhaust on Xpulse 421 and it is an upswept unit, aiding in water wading and other outdoor activities. Componentry is premium on this motorcycle as it gets USD telescopic front forks and rear mono-shock which are fully adjustable, single petal disc brakes at either ends with dual-channel ABS, 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoke wheels wrapped with dual-sport tyres.
    Features & Powertrain
    While it can’t be seen in these renders, Hero Xpulse 421 will get a colour TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity. It will support notification alerts, music control and navigation features. We also expect production-spec version to pack ride-by-wire-throttle, a slipper clutch and probably cruise control.
    Hero Xpulse 421 Rendered
    Powertrain-wise, we don’t have concrete details. Speculations suggest it will be powered by a 421cc single-cylinder DOHC 4V/cyl liquid-cooled engine which is capable of generating around 45 bhp of peak power and 40 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. More

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Bike Prices Compared – Twins, Classic, Bear, Shotgun, Super Meteor

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      Royal Enfield Classic 650 ColoursStarting with the launch of 650 twins in 2018, Royal Enfield’s 650cc portfolio has now expanded to include a total of 6 bikes
      Royal Enfield dominates the 500cc+ segment with market share of more than 90%. It’s made possible with the brand’s robust, affordably priced motorcycles and a diverse range of models to choose from. To better understand the available options, let’s compare Royal Enfield’s 650cc range from a price perspective.
      Royal Enfield 650 Twins
      Royal Enfield 650 twins – Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650
      These continue to be the most affordable and the highest selling 650cc bikes from Royal Enfield. The Interceptor 650 is available in the price range of Rs 3.03 lakh to Rs 3.31 lakh. In comparison, the Continental GT 650 is priced in the range of Rs 3.19 lakh to Rs 3.45 lakh. In the 500cc+ motorcycle segment, the 650 twins have the majority market share. Sales in February 2025 were at 2,882 units, commanding a market share of 60.94%. YoY growth was an impressive 39.23%, as compared to 2,070 units sold in February last year.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Vallam Red
      Classic 650
      This was launched recently at a starting price of Rs 3.37 lakh. Top variant is available at Rs 3.50 lakh. While being aesthetically similar to the 350cc Classic, the 650cc Classic has larger dimensions. A total of four colour variants are on offer – Vallam Red (Rs 3.37 lakh), Bruntingthorpe Blue (Rs 3.37 lakh), Teal (Rs 3.41 lakh) and Black Chrome (Rs 3.50 lakh). Among the 650cc bikes from Royal Enfield, the Classic 650 is the heaviest at 243 kg.
      Royal Enfield 650cc Bike Prices Compared
      It will be interesting to see if Classic 650 can achieve the same level of popularity as the Classic 350. In the 650cc segment, the newly launched Classic 650 has potential to emerge a bestseller. While the 650 twins may continue to retain the top position, Classic 650 can potentially race ahead of the Super Meteor 650.
      Royal Enfield INT Bear 650
      Interceptor Bear 650
      Launched in November 2024, Royal Enfield Bear 650 is available in the price range of Rs 3.39 lakh to Rs 3.59 lakh. It is essentially a scrambler-style motorcycle, derived from the Interceptor 650. It has enhanced off-roading capability with high ground clearance of 184 mm and wheel combo of 19-inch front and 17-inch rear. A total of five variants are on offer – Boardwalk White (Rs 3.39 lakh), Petrol Green (Rs 3.44 lakh), Wild Honey (Rs 3.44 lakh), Golden Shadow (Rs 3.51 lakh) and Two Four Nine (Rs 3.59 lakh).
      Royal Enfield Shotgun 650
      Shotgun 650
      Launched in January 2024, Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 is available in the price range of Rs 3.59 lakh to Rs 3.73 lakh. Shotgun 650 is currently the 3rd best selling 650cc bike from Royal Enfield. Variants include Sheet Metal Grey (Rs 3.59 lakh), Drill green (Rs 3.70 lakh), Plasma Blue (Rs 3.70 lakh) and Stencil White (Rs 3.73 lakh). Shotgun 650 is positioned on the same platform as Super Meteor 650 and shares most of the components.
      Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650
      Super Meteor 650
      Speaking of, Royal Enfield’s flagship 650cc bike, the Super Meteor 650 was launched in January 2023. It is currently the second best selling 650cc bike from Royal Enfield. In February, sales were at 1,183 units. Market share in 500cc+ motorcycle segment was at 25.02%. Super Meteor 650 is available in the price range of Rs 3.64 lakh to Rs 3.94 lakh. The Astral Black, Astral Blue and Astral Green colour variants are priced at Rs 3.64 lakh. Interstellar Green and Interstellar Grey variants are priced at Rs 3.79 lakh. Top-spec Celestial Red and Celestial Blue variants are priced at Rs 3.94 lakh. More

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      Honda 2W Sales Breakup Feb 2025 – Activa, Shine, Dio, Unicorn, CB350, Electric Activa

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      Honda Activa Electric Scooter in BlackHonda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) reported domestic sales of 3,83,918 units in February 2025, marking a 7.26% decline over the same month last year, when it sold 4,13,967 units. The sales data reveals a mixed performance across its scooter and motorcycle lineup.
      Honda 2W Sales Breakup Feb 2025
      Topping the charts was Activa, which despite retaining its position as the brand’s best-seller, witnessed a YoY decline of 13.05%, selling 1,74,009 units in Feb 2025, down from 2,00,134 units in Feb 2024. In contrast, Shine 125 and SP125 models registered a healthy 15.89% growth, with combined sales of 1,39,202 units, compared to 1,20,119 units a year ago.
      Honda 2W Sales Breakup Feb 2025
      Unicorn saw a strong growth surge, up 35.88% with 28,932 units sold. On the other hand, the Dio faced a sharp decline of 45.94%, with sales dropping to 16,028 units from 29,649 units last February. The entry-level Shine 100 too fell by 32.17%, with 15,359 units sold. Among Honda’s commuter motorcycles, Livo saw a slight gain of 4.67%, with 3,361 units sold. However, the Hness 350 dipped marginally by 1.59% to 2,039 units, while the CB350 declined by 35.31%, recording 1,154 units.
      SP160 took a major hit, plummeting by 78.33% to 1,117 units from 5,155 last year. Meanwhile, the Hornet 2.0 dropped by 31.21% to 992 units, and the CB200X saw a fall of 32.53% with 506 units sold. CB 300 range also dipped by 34.35%, selling just 346 units. On the EV front, Activa e, Honda’s first electric scooter, made a debut appearance with 560 units sold. This signals a promising start to Honda’s electric mobility journey in India.
      In the mid-capacity and premium segment, the CB500 posted impressive growth, jumping 163.64% to 174 units, up from 66 units last year. The CBR 650 range was another highlight, selling 128 units – a model that was not available last year. Meanwhile, the XL750 sold 9 units, down 50% YoY. The premium touring flagship Goldwing added 1 unit to the tally.
      Interestingly, the Dream commuter motorcycle, which sold 5,103 units in Feb 2024, recorded only 1 unit this year. Overall, while some segments like the Shine series, Unicorn, and premium bikes showed strong YoY growth, flagship models like Activa, Dio, and entry-level motorcycles dragged overall performance into negative territory. More

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      New 2026 Suzuki Burgman 125 Update Spied Ahead Of Launch

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      New 2026 Suzuki Burgman 125 Spied
      The 125cc scooter segment is a lucrative one offering a decent balance between volumes and profitability. From Suzuki Motorcycle India, we have Access 125, Avenis 125 and Burgman Street 125. The latter is a maxi-style 125cc scooter that is on the verge of getting an update. The first set of spy shots have been spotted recently. Let’s take a look.
      2026 Suzuki Burgman 125 Spied
      Suzuki Motorcycle India recently updated Avenis 125 and Burgman Street 125 and made them compatible with OBD2B emission standard compliant. Both Burgman Street and Burgman Street EX variants were updated and the company also introduced new colours. However, updates to Burgman don’t seem to stop there.
      The company seems to be working on a new version of Burgman Street 125 with updated design. A facelift, if you may. The first set of spy shots of an updated Burgman 125 have surfaced on the internet. The maxi-style scooter is unmistakably Burgman 125 with its massive road presence.
      New 2026 Suzuki Burgman 125 Spied
      With the updated Burgman Street, Suzuki seems to be refining the design quite a bit. We can see this scooter getting sleeker than it currently is, lending an athletic appeal, making it look less bulky. These spy shots show a revised rear section which looks a lot sportier with a sharp LED tail light signature.
      Also, the exhaust has been revised and it now resembles to recently launched 2025 Suzuki Access 125. Wheel size could be 12-inches at both ends as suggested by these spy shots. Speaking of alloy wheels, they look similar in design to the current model and disc brake setup at the front looks identical too.
      What to expect?
      Overall silhouette of front fascia has been retained along with its front fly screen. Headlight design along with front apron might see revisions. Instrument cluster is likely to be retained as well, featuring a fully digital LCD cluster with Bluetooth connectivity and turn by turn navigation, among other features.
      2025 Suzuki Burgman (Current Model)
      The new 2026 Suzuki Burgman 125 is likely to feature the same underpinnings and powertrain as the recently updated Access 125. This 124cc single cylinder air-cooled engine will develop around 8.5 bhp of peak power and 10 Nm of peak torque, mated to a CVT. There could be a slight hike in prices and the launch is likely to happen in the coming months. For context, current Burgman Street 125 starts from Rs 95,800 (Ex-sh).
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      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Launch Price Rs 3.37 Lakh – Colours, Details

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      Royal Enfield Classic 650 LaunchRoyal Enfield unveiled Classic 650 Twin for the first time last year at the EICMA Show 2024. The company just launched Classic 650 for a starting price of Rs 3.37 lakh (Ex-sh). It looks almost similar to its best-seller Classic 350, but is proportionately larger, befitting its displacement class and price segment.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Launch
      With the launch of 650 Twins (Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650), Royal Enfield opened their account in the multi-cylinder motorcycle portal. Since then, Royal Enfield has steadily expanded their 650cc lineup to incorporate Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650 and Interceptor Beat 650.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Colours
      Now, the latest 650cc bike from Royal Enfield is Classic 650 and it packs the potential to be the best-selling 500cc+ motorcycle. If Classic 350’s sales is anything to go by, we can expect Classic 650 to make a major impact in the middle-weight segment. The colour palette for Classic 650 include Vallam Red (Rs 3.37L), Bruntingthorpe Blue (Rs 3.37L), Teal (3.41L) and Black Chrome (Rs 3.5L) (all prices Ex-sh).
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Black Chrome
      For many, Classic 650 is a stepping stone from Royal Enfield’s own 350cc motorcycle. Most probably, the Classic 350. Where design is concerned, Classic 650 looks very similar to Classic 350, only larger. It is a good thing as this Classic design has stood the test of time and is hard to shake off from being relevant for years to come.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Teal
      Classic design FTW?
      We get the Classic teardrop shape fuel tank, round ORVMs, round LED headlights, retro mud guards at both ends, front fork covers, large analog-digital instrument cluster with Tripper screen and it shares its main frame, sub frame and swingarm with Super Meteor 650. All this metal ensures that kerb weight is 243 kg, making Classic 650 the heaviest Royal Enfield yet.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Vallam Red
      This motorcycle rides on 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels and gets RSU telescopic front forks and twin shock absorbers at the rear. There are disc brakes on both ends and we get dual-channel ABS as standard. We can expect Classic 650 to offer a relaxed ergonomics and comfortable ride.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Bruntingthorpe Blue
      Powertrain-wise we get the familiar 648cc parallel twin oil-cooled engine that is capable of generating 46.4 bhp of peak power and 52.3 Nm of peak torque. This engine is mated to a slip and assist clutch along with a 6-speed gearbox. Bearing the Classic tag, we can expect it to have cushy suspension and a pliant ride.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650 Elegant Design
      Statement from Royal Enfield
      Speaking about the launch of the Classic 650, B Govindarajan, Managing Director, Eicher Motors Limited and CEO, Royal Enfield, said, “The Classic 650 is more than just a motorcycle – it’s a tribute to our rich legacy, where timeless design meets effortless performance. It carries forward the spirit of Royal Enfield, blending craftsmanship with an unshakable bond between rider and machine.
      Royal Enfield Classic 650
      Built on our proven 650cc parallel twin platform, it offers a perfect blend of refinement, capability and powerful road presence, making it an even more aspirational choice for those who love the Classic’s DNA, seeking more power and versatility. With the Classic 650, we are not just building motorcycles; we are preserving the essence of pure motorcycling for generations to come. We’re thrilled to bring this iconic machine to India, and I am confident that it will be embraced with the same passion that defines our riding community.” More

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      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales Feb 2025 – RE650, CBR650, Hayabusa, Z900

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      Royal Enfield Bear 650 – AN Moto ExpoThe big bike sales (500cc+ motorcycles) for the month of February 2025 still favoured the Royal Enfield camp. With the help of its 650cc portfolio, Royal Enfield sold 4,329 units last month and accounted for 91.54% of the 500cc+ Motorcycle Sales Feb 2025 charts. Other bikes listed here accounted for 400 units for a grand total of 4,729 units with a 35.23% YoY growth, gaining 1,232 units over 3,497 units sold in February 2024.
      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales Feb 2025
      While Royal Enfield secured the top three positions on this list, 650 Twins continued to be the company’s best sellers. With 2,882 units sold, RE 650 Twins accounted for 60.94% of big bike sales. When compared to the 2,070 units sold in February 2024, 650 Twins registered 39.13% YoY growth with a volume gain of 812 units.
      In 2nd place, we have Super Meteor 650 with 1,183 units which contributed for 25.02% of the total sales on this list. Super Meteor 650 has gained 110 units in volume with 10.25% YoY growth over 1,073 units sold last year. In 3rd place, we have Shotgun 650 which sold 264 units and accounted for 5.58% of this list.
      Breaking Royal Enfield’s streak is Honda with their popular 650cc middle-weight. We’re talking about the recently launched Honda CBR650R which became India’s best-selling big bike outside of Royal Enfield’s stables with 128 units sold last month. The launch price for Honda’s CB650R is Rs 9.2 lakh (Ex-sh) and CBR650R is Rs 10 lakh (Ex-sh).
      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales Feb 2025
      The mighty Suzuki Hayabusa was in 5th place as it sold 55 units in February 2025, which was almost double the volume when compared to 28 units sold a year ago with 96.43% YoY growth. In 6th place, we have Triumph Street Triple with 43 units sold last year.
      Harley Sportster S registered 200% YoY growth
      7th, 8th, 9th and 10th positions on this list were secured by Kawasaki with ZX-6R (20 units), Z900 (19 units), Ninja ZX-10R (14 units) and Ninja 1100SX (14 units). Kawasaki did not register any YoY growth with these vehicles. There were four motorcycles that sold 9 units in February 2025. These are Honda XL750 Transalp and Triumph’s Tiger 900, Bonneville Bobber and Speed Twin 900.
      Harley-Davidson Nightster and Triumph Bonneville T120 sold 8 units each and only the latter registered YoY growth of 60%. Kawasaki Ninja 650 sold units last month, down from 12 units sold last year. The new Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 sold 6 units last month. Next in line was Triumph which sold 5 units of Speed Twin 1200 and 4 units of Tiger 1200.
      There were many motorcycles with 3 units sold last month. These were Kawasaki Versys 650, Harley-Davidson Sportster S, Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster along with Suzuki’s GSX-8R and V-Strom 800DE. Motorcycles that sold 2 units last month are Kawasaki Z650, Suzuki Katana, Harley-Davidson Road Glide along with Triumph’s Street Scrambler and Scrambler 1200.
      The big bikes with singular sales for the month of February 2025 include Kawasaki Vulcan S, Z650 RS, Ninja H2 SX, Versys 1100, Harley-Davidson Pan America, Heritage Classic, Triumph Rocket III and Honda’s Goldwing. Triumph’s Tiger Sport 660 and Street Triple RS registered 0 sales last month. More

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      Honda XL750 Transalp ADV Gets RS 80K Discount – Details

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      Honda XL750 Transalp AdventureIn India, the Honda XL750 Transalp adventure-tourer bike rivals the likes of Triumph Tiger 900, BMW F 850 GS and Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
      Honda had introduced the XL750 Transalp in India in October 2023. It was priced at Rs 10.99 lakh and imported in limited numbers as CBU units. The bike is positioned as a versatile machine, one that can seamlessly accommodate long-distance touring, off-road tracks and even rush hour traffic.
      Honda XL750 Transalp ADV – Rs 80,000 cash discount
      In great news for enthusiasts, Honda is offering an instant Rs 80,000 cash discount on the XL750 Transalp. This could be a one-time opportunity, as only limited units may be available. The bike is offered at a starting price of Rs 10,99,990. With the discount applied, effective pricing will be Rs 10.20 lakh.
      In comparison, rival Triumph Tiger 900 GT is available at a starting price of Rs 13.95 lakh. The Tiger 900 Rally Pro model starts at Rs 15.95 lakh. BMW F 850 GS is available at Rs 13 lakh, whereas Suzuki V-Strom 800DE has a price tag of Rs 10.30 lakh. Cash discount offer on the Honda XL750 Transalp is currently live and available while stocks last.
      Honda XL750 Transalp Adventure
      The offer could be a way to clear existing inventory before the new model is released in India. Although, an official announcement about the updated XL750 Transalp has not been made. Details about the updated version were revealed at 2024 EICMA. If launched in India, the updated model could be priced in the range of Rs 11.5 lakh to Rs 12 lakh. Honda could introduce the updated XL750 Transalp in India later this year or early 2026.
      Buy now or wait for updated XL750 Transalp?
      Considering that the engine will be the same as earlier, the overall ride experience with the updated model won’t see a drastic change. Honda XL750 Transalp is equipped with a 755cc, liquid cooled, inline two-cylinder engine that generates 91.7 hp and 75 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and has a slipper clutch. While power delivery will be the same, the newer model benefits from an updated suspension setup.
      The front 43 mm Showa USD forks will be softer in compression and rebound. It will ensure enhanced bump absorption, ensuring smoother rides. In comparison, the rear monoshock suspension will be firmer to achieve enhanced control and handling. This will be especially relevant when travelling with pillion or luggage at the rear. Suspension travel of 200 mm front and 190 mm rear will be the same with the updated XL750 Transalp.
      Honda XL750 Transalp Adventure
      Other changes for the new Honda XL750 Transalp include a redesigned LED projector headlight, a revised windscreen and new colour options. Equipment list upgrades include a new 5-inch colour TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity and Honda RoadSync. The switchgear will also be updated. Rider aids such as traction control and riding modes of Sport, Standard, Rain and Gravel will be the same as that of the current model. The customizable User mode will also be carried over. More

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      Hero Vida Z Spied Undisguised Ahead Of Launch

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      Hero Vida Z SpiedAt the 2024 EICMA Show, Hero MotorCorp made quite a spectacle by showcasing four new motorcycles. These were Hero Xtreme 250R, Xpulse 210, Xoom 160 and Vida Z global electric scooter. The company seems to have commenced testing of the Vida Z ahead of a proper launch. It has been spied for the first time. Let’s take a closer look.
      Hero Vida Z Spied Testing
      India’s largest 2W manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, currently operates the V2 lineup of electric scooters under Vida brand. At 2024 EICMA Show, Hero showcased a handsome new electric scooter with global launch intentions. Called Vida Z, it is a sporty yet elegant electric mobility solution that packs a slightly different ethos than V2 lineup of electric scooters.
      Hero Vida Z
      Currently, we get Vida V2 in three different variants – Vida V2 Lite, Vida V2 Plus and Vida V2 Pro. The effective Ex-sh prices of these variants are Rs 74,000, Rs 81,800 and Rs 1,15,300 respectively. Hero has not yet revealed launch timeline along with product positioning among their current crop of V2 electric scooters.
      The recent spy shots show Vida Z without any camouflage in a lovely Yellow shade. When compared to the Vida Z scooter showcased at 2024 EICMA and 2025 Auto Expo, we can see that this test mule misses out on a couple of elements. For starters, the contrasting Orange accents are missing and so is its pillion backrest.
      Hero Vida Z Spied
      Where design is concerned, Vida V2 takes aggression and sportiness a couple of notches above. In contrast, Vida Z takes a much more sober and elegant approach. At the unveiling, Vida by Hero MotoCorp had unveiled that this new electric scooter will be a global product and will be launched in major global markets like UK.
      What to expect?
      LED projector headlights seem to be shared with Vida Z, but front apron is completely new and is devoid of any cuts and creases. Handlebar cowl and front mud guard gets dual tone effect of body colour and Black. LED tail lights, LED turn indicators, single-piece seat along with a touchscreen instrument cluster are notable elements.
      Hero Vida Z Spied
      Apart from the few aforementioned differences, Vida Z test mule is almost identical to what the company showcased before. Looking at how close it appears to production, one can speculate that the launch might be around the corner. Vida Z is built on a modular platform that can accept battery packs between 2.2 kWh to 4.4 kWh.
      These will be removable batteries that one can charge at their home or apartments. It will have a powerful electric motor that is either swingarm mounted or mid-mounted. We can expect decent range, features and storage provisions. Connectivity features will be abundant too and users will get to monitor various stats.
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      Government Probe On Ola Electric Initiated For Registration Discrepancy

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      Ola S1 Pro+ Gen 3Ola Electric is creating a lot of buzz and headlines in the recent past and not for good reasons. The company is facing a major backlash on social media and has been tangled with raids, seized vehicles, misleading advertisements, clashes with Government, poor after sales reputation, payment defaults, workforce layoffs, missing PLI Scheme deadlines, dwindling sales and more.
      Now, Ola Electric has found itself in yet another sticky situation due to registration discrepancies for the month of February 2025. The official sales figures produced by Ola Electric have night and day differences when we look at actual registrations seen on Vahan Portal. The Ministry of Heavy Industries has directed ARAI to investigate the same.
      Government Probe On Ola Electric
      If we take a look at Ola’s sales performance for the month of February 2025, we can see that Vahan Portal only showed 8,647 registrations. This was a colossal downfall for Ola as the company faced 74.5% decline in sales YoY and 64.5% decline in sales MoM.
      However, Ola claims that the company sold around 25K units in February 2025 and the discrepancy is due to the negotiations and optimisations in registration process. This created a massive difference in the vehicles registered and what the company claims its sales performance to be.
      Ministry of Heavy Industry has instructed ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India) to investigate whether this discrepancy is against the company laws and regulatory standards. ARAI’s investigation will also include Ola’s recent controversy of selling electric scooters without trade certificates in a few authorised dealerships.
      ARAI’s investigation will also extend to determine whether or not the company has service centres in all the cities where it has sales operations. A detailed report will be compiled by ARAI and submitted to Ministry of Heavy Industries after investigating Ola Electric’s practices and operations.
      Malpractices found, Scooters seized
      RTO authorities in Pune and Mumbai commenced raids on a few Ola authorised dealerships and seized 36 electric scooters that failed to meet compliance requirements. In Punjab many Ola dealerships have been shut down and places like Jabalpur, RTO authorities have issued notice to Ola Electric as scooters were sold without registrations and valid trade certificates.
      Ola Electric’s voes in India seem to be growing and Bhavish Aggrawal led electric mobility solutions provider will be held accountable if any discrepancy are found. Ola Electric is yet to make a public statement about these developments related to sales discrepancies and malpractices like selling vehicles without registration and trade certificates.
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