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      Honda 300cc Adv Motorcycle At 2023 Auto Expo – RE Himalayan Rival

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      When launched in India, Honda XRE300 ADV will take on rivals such as BMW G310 GS, KTM 390 Adventure, Himalayan and Yezdi AdventureHonda 300cc ADV in India – 2023 Auto ExpoIn a welcome development for off-road enthusiasts, Honda XRE300 ADV has been showcased at Auto Expo 2023. Last year in October, the bike was seen testing alongside KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G310GS, as part of its benchmarking exercise.Honda XRE300 ADV launch in India is quite possible, as the entry-level ADV segment has been gaining popularity in the country. Honda has already registered the XRE 300 trademark in India ahead of launch.Honda 300cc Adv MotorcycleA proper dual-sport bike, Honda XRE300 ADV will have better capabilities against the likes of road-biased machines such as KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G310 GS. What immediately gets our attention is the tall stance of the bike. Excluding the front fairing that appears to add some bulk, the rest of the bike has a slender profile.Some of the key highlights of Honda XRE300 ADV include full-LED lighting, raised fender beak, aggressive headlamp cowl, sculpted fuel tank, digital instrument console, underseat exhaust and luggage rack. Riding stance seems fairly comfortable with centrally mounted footpegs and pulled-back handlebar. The handlebar is raised at an appropriate level to ensure optimal control and balance while riding standing-up on the footpegs.Honda 300cc ADV in India – 2023 Auto ExpoHonda XRE300 ADV engine, specsIn overseas markets such as Brazil, Honda XRE300 ADV is equipped with a 291.6cc, single-cylinder air-cooled motor. The engine is a flex-fuel unit that can run on both petrol and ethanol. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. When running on petrol, the engine churns out 25.4 hp of max power at 7,500 rpm and 27.6 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. On ethanol, the numbers are slightly increased to 25.6 hp and 28 Nm.Some of the equipment is there specifically for off-road tracks. It includes wire-spoke wheels and a dedicated brace for the handlebar. The bike has 21-inch wheel at front and 18-inch wheel at rear, shod with knobby dual-purpose tyres.Off-roading capabilities are supported by telescopic front forks with 245 mm of travel and rear monoshock with 225 mm travel. Another advantageous factor is high ground clearance of 259 mm. The bike has disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.Honda 300cc ADV in India – 2023 Auto ExpoWhile most features seem good, seat height of 860 mm could create accessibility issues. This is especially true for shorter riders. In an off-road environment, easy access to the ground is necessary to prevent frequent falls and crashes. At 860 mm, Honda XRE300 is even taller than KTM 390 Adventure.However, Honda 300cc Adv Motorcycle does benefit from its relatively lightweight body of just 148 kg. In comparison, rivals KTM 390 Adventure and BMW G310GS weigh 177 kg and 175 kg, respectively. In Brazil, Honda XRE300 ADV is available at a starting price of BRL 25,600 (approx. Rs 4.08 lakh). In India, the bike could be launched at nearabout Rs 3 lakh.Source More

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      Tork Kratos X Electric Motorcycle Debuts – Std Variant Discontinued

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      Tork Motors confirms that bookings of the new Kratos X will commence from Q2 2023 – Test rides from April while deliveries are set from June 2023Tork Kratos X Electric MotorcycleOne of the leading electric motorcycle brands in India, Tork Motors has unveiled Kratos X. This is an all-new electric motorcycle that will be set apart for its best in class technology and design and is on display at the Tork Motors pavilion in Hall No. 6, Booth No. F-371 at the ongoing 2023 Auto Expo. It is being displayed along with an updated version of Kratos R while the company announced the discontinuation of the standard Kratos.The Pune based Tork Motors currently sells its bikes only in the cities of Pune, Hyderabad, Patna, and Satara. However, the company now reveals expansion of its presence in added cities by March 2023.  Tork Motors had introduced the electric bike in India last year.It was brought in with two variants, the standard model that carried a price tag of Rs 1.08 lakh and the higher variant Kratos R that sold at Rs 1.24 lakh (ex-showroom). Just one year after launch, the company has recently hiked prices and the high performance R version now retails at Rs 1,47,499 (ex-showroom Maharashtra, after FAME-2 and state subsidies).New Tork Kratos X – FeaturesKratos X gets a comfortable ride and promises excellent performance. It also gets a larger battery while features include a 7 inch touchscreen with Android and navigation along with a host of safety features. An aluminium swingarm, new design elements on its side panels and a new Furiously Fast riding mode is also a part of its makeup.Tork Kratos X Electric MotorcycleKratos X electric motorcycle gets a lithium-ion battery pack. It offers a range of 120 kms on single charge, acceleration from 0-40 km/h in 4 seconds and a top speed of 100 km/h. In comparison, Tork Kratos R gets powered via a 9 kWh electric motor offering 12 hp power and 38 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0-40 km/h is the same at 4 seconds while top speed is higher at 105 km/h.Feature updates to the Kratos R include a new LCD dash, new dark blue colour scheme, blacked out battery pack, fast charging port and new repositioned warning lights at the front and rear. Added safety equipment will also ensure a better riding experience. It also receives new graphics as a part of its new features.New colour schemes have also been added and the refreshed KRATOS R will now be available in two new colours of Jet Black and White. Deliveries for the updated Kratos R will commence from February 2023, while the Kratos X will go on sale from June 2023.Updated Kratos R Electric motorcycleTork Motors Upcoming PlantAll Tork Motors customers can avail free charging networks for a period of 2 years while they also receive features such as geo-fencing, find my vehicle, track mode, crash alert and vacation mode, etc. Tork Motors has also announced the release of a new portable charger that can charge the bike as fast as a home charger while the e-bikes will also receive panniers as an accessory.The company is setting up a new plant with a capacity of 60,000 units per annum which is slated to be operational by Q1 2023. Currently retailing its products in 4 cities, the company has stated that by March 2023, expansion is being planned to 11 cities across the country. More

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      New Electric Scooters With Self Balance Tech – 2023 Auto Expo

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      Liger Mobility has unveiled Liger X and Liger X+ self-balancing e-scooters at the 2023 Auto ExpoLiger Electric Scooter at 2023 Auto ExpoMumbai-based technology start-up Liger Mobility has two electric scooters on display at the 2023 Auto Expo that are the world’s first self-balancing scooters. Liger Mobility has been founded by Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) and Indian School of Business (ISB) alumni. It may be recalled that the auto balancing scooter concept had been showcased by the company in 2019 and has now become a reality.Called the Liger X and Liger X+, these world’s first self-balancing electric scooters have been patented and offer enhanced safety for the rider along with better comforts setting them apart from any other scooter in the world. Industry-first Auto-Balancing is a self-explanatory term used as these scooters balance automatically at low speeds or when the scooter is stationary. It also offers stability at higher speeds when the auto balancing function goes into standby mode.Liger Electric Scooters – Self Balance TechLiger X and X+ are being offered in an array of colour options among which are Grey, Polar White, Blue, Titanium and Red. They receive a strong body structure with an innovative new design and LED lighting.The two scooters are 4G and GPS enabled that come in with an App that allows the rider to view live location, ride history, battery charge and temperature while the rider also receives online alerts of tow, accident and service reminders, etc. These new electric scooters sport features such as turn by turn navigation while the rider can view calls and messages on the TFT display unit.[embedded content][embedded content]Power is via a lithium cooled, lithium ion battery pack that is best suited for Indian weather conditions. The two variants command a top speed of 65 km/h with Liger X offering a 60 km range which goes up to 100 kms on the Liger X+.The battery is detachable on the Liger X with charge to an optimum in under 3 hours. Liger X+ gets a non-detachable battery with charging facility in 4.5 hours. The company also offers a fast charging battery pack for both models at an extra cost.Features DetailedLiger X and Liger X+ get Feet on Footboard for stress free ride quality even in heavy traffic conditions. Reverse Ride is possible like a car without any back pedaling while Learner Mode with Learn2Ride with AutoBalancing allows new riders to learn the bike in a controlled and safe manner.LigerX and Liger X+ have been listed on the company website. They will be open for bookings from later this year with deliveries to commence from the end of 2023. Liger X is likely to be retailed at around Rs 90,000 (post FAME subsidies) while Liger X+ would be priced somewhat higher. More

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      Greaves Cotton Electric Rickshaw, Ampere eScooters – 2023 Auto Expo

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      Greaves Cotton unveiled Made in India products in two-wheelers and three-wheelers segments which also including e2w Ampere PrimusFuture Greaves Cotton Electric Rickshaw – 2023 Auto ExpoGreaves Cotton, a well-known name in terms of engineering proficiency synonymous with the manufacture of powertrains for last-mile passenger and cargo mobility has a hefty lineup of electric two and three wheelers at the 2023 Auto Expo being held in Greater Noida. With a commitment of Rs 1,500 crore capital investment into the EV space, Greaves Cotton has showcased its 2 and 3 wheelers inspired by the Arctic Tern for last passenger and cargo last mile e-mobility.In the electric two wheeler space, the company has the Ampere Primus, a B2C e-scooter on display with special attention to attracting the attention of younger segment of buyers. There is the Ampere NXG and Ampere NXU also in the same segmentElectric 2 and 3 Wheelers on DisplayIn the commercial electric three wheeler segment, Greaves Cotton has Greaves ELP – a passenger e3, along with Greaves ELC cargo e3w and Greaves Aero Vision which is a futuristic cargo concept on display.Greaves ELP – an electric passenger 3 wheeler that will empower auto drivers with disruptive cost savingsGreaves ELC – an electric cargo 3 wheeler that will meet the ever-growing demand in moving cargo, at a much lower cost to serveGreaves Aero Vision – a futuristic cargo concept that will ensure the needs of efficiency and performance are met in the evolving cargo mobility segment.Future Greaves Cotton Electric Rickshaw – 2023 Auto ExpoAmpere Primus – An elegant looking, high speed scooter promises a top speed of 77 km/h, acceleration from 0-40 km/h in under 5 seconds and efficient torque via a 4 kW mid mounted motor. Range stands at 100+ kms on full charge while it is offered in 4 modes of Eco, City, Power, and Reverse.On the safety front, it gets LFP battery technology with smart BMS in Phase 1 with AIS 156 compliance. The battery offers longer life with this LFP technology thus making it cost effective to customers.Features on board the Ampere Primus include Bluetooth connectivity, navigation via phone app, and seating is wider with added leg room. The Primus is offered in a choice of 4 metallic colour options of Himalayan White, Royal Orange, Havelock Blue and Buck Black along with dual tone body panels.Ampere Electric Scooter – 2023 Auto ExpoAmpere NXG is also a highly good looking e-scooter with IoT connectivity while Ampere NXU is a B2B e-scooter useful for commercial applications while it can also be used for private use. Of these, the Ampere Primus is now open for bookings across India while the other vehicles will be launched in the coming financial year.Electric Vehicle PowertrainsWhere powertrains to power the electric vehicle segment is concerned, the company plans to introduce motor controllers and integration software. The company also plans to enhance growth of Greaves Finance and Greaves Retail along with shared initiatives with multi brand retails stores with over 15 electric vehicles along with service and spares for these cleaner and greener e-vehicles for more affordable last mile mobility.Future Greaves Cotton Electric Rickshaw – 2023 Auto ExpoNagesh Basavanhalli, Executive Vice Chairman of Greaves Cotton Limited said, “Greaves Cotton is in the process of transitioning from a metal-based, manufacturing engineering company to an electric, electronic and mechatronics based mobility technology company that is solving the 21st century challenges in clean and affordable last-mile mobility.The products and technology we have unveiled here, today, bear testimony to our purposeful stride towards emerging as India’s most complete EV ecosystem player. Each product, inspired by the Arctic Tern, epitomizes its sustainable spirit, aerodynamic efficiency for mobility and intelligent design. We are committed to help India transition to electric mobility while setting a new benchmark of scale, sophistication, and diversity in the EV landscape. 2023 marks a new growth phase for us, as we provide holistic, end-to-end solutions and empower lives.” More

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      Hero Harley 350cc Specs Leak – More Power Than RE Classic, Bullet

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      Partnership with Harley-Davidson has helped Hero MotoCorp in exploring opportunities beyond the commuter segmentUpcoming 350cc Hero-Harley motorcycleHero-Harley partnership entails a range of engagements including sales and service of Harley-Davidson bikes in India by Hero, Harley network expansion, tech collaborations and development of new platform and motorcycles. The first of new Hero-Harley bikes are likely to target the middleweight segment, which is currently dominated by Royal Enfield.Other players in middleweight segment include Honda, Jawa, Yezdi, Keeway and QJ Motor. In future, brands like Triumph and Bajaj are also expected to challenge Royal Enfield’s supremacy.Hero-Harley cruiser showcasedLast month in November, Niranjan Gupta, CFO at Hero MotoCorp, had confirmed the development of new Hero-Harley bikes. Now, two of these motorcycles have been showcased to some dealers and select individuals. One of these bikes is a cruiser, closely resembling 338R concept that was revealed as a sketch in 2019. The second bike is a street motorcycle, equipped with a single-cylinder motor.Hero-Harley bikes were showcased at a customer clinic. It appears that Hero was taking inputs on various aspects of the new bikes such as their styling and features, viability, pricing, etc. It was also good to get some feedback from people, who happened to be there. Such inputs will be useful for the company before the bikes are launched in India.Hero-Harley 350cc motorcycle specs leakBoth bikes were unbranded units and did not have any type of badging. It may have been done on purpose to ensure that inputs provided are free from any type of biases for a specific brand. Both bikes have retro profile with round headlamp and circular rear view mirrors and instrument pod. Some common features include USD forks, spoke-styled alloy wheels and monoshock rear suspension.Hero Harley 350cc Specs LeakNew leaked info reveals more details about the upcoming Hero-Harley 350cc motorcycle. As per this leak, it will be called X350RA and will be powered by a single cylinder 353 cc engine. Power output will be at 23 PS, making it more powerful than Royal Enfield 350cc machines like Classic, Hunter, Meteor and Bullet. RE 350cc bikes delivery about 20 PS power and 27 Nm torque.Hero-Harley bikes can emerge as a tough challenger to Royal Enfield bikes. They won’t get habitually labelled as commuters and Hero can ensure the most competitive pricing. Affordable pricing is one the key reasons for success of Royal Enfield bikes, both in domestic and international markets. It applies across the range, including 350cc, 410cc and 650cc bikes. Hero being India’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, can work with its partners and suppliers to offer an irresistible deal to enthusiasts.Hero-Harley 350cc motorcycle specs leakFocus on EVsWhile ICE-based motorcycles and scooters continue to be the mainstay for Hero MotoCorp, the company has stepped up focus in electric segment as well. Similar to Harley-Davidson, Hero has partnered with Ather Energy and Gogoro in EV space. Investments worth up to US$ 60 million have also been allocated for California (USA)-based Zero Motorcycles. These collaborations will help accelerate development of new products and expansion of charging infrastructure.Hero’s first electric scooter Vida is currently available for sale in Bengaluru, Delhi and Jaipur. Two variants are on offer, V1 Plus and V1 Pro. Range is 143 km and 165 km, respectively. Top speed of both is electronically limited to 80 kmph.Source More

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      Top 10 150cc To 200cc Motorcycles Nov 22 – Unicorn, Apache, Pulsar, R15, MT15

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      150cc-200cc motorcycles segment didn’t show impressive numbers as highest volume-pusher Pulsar dropped quite a lot in salesImage – The Bikers DiaryAs opposed to 1,79,043 units sold in October 2022, 150cc – 200cc motorcycles sales are nothing to write home about. Sure, there was growth YoY as opposed to November 2021 figures of 95,336 units. Hence, this segment saw an 18.93% YoY growth and 36.67% MoM decline by selling 1,13,380 units.Volume gained YoY is 18,044 units, while volume lost MoM is 65,663 units. The main reason for this steep decline is a drop in Pulsar sales. Usually, Pulsar used to dominate this space and just a month before, Pulsar sales stood at 49,389 units and topped the sales charts. In November 2022, that spot was occupied by Honda Unicorn with just 28,729 units.Top 10 150cc To 200cc Motorcycles Nov 22Honda Unicorn has galloped ahead as Pulsar sales dropped drastically and registered 84.69% YoY growth. In fact, Unicorn sales dropped by 10.18% MoM. Market share of Unicorn is 25.34%. Benefitting from drop in Pulsar sales, the horse in TVS’ Apache has galloped ahead of Pulsar by just 30 units.At just 27,122 units, Apache fell into the red completely registering 5.19% YoY decline and 33.83% MoM decline. Bajaj Pulsar takes 3rd place as it shrank in sales like a bag of salt in a gunny sack dipped in water. With just 27,092 units, Pulsar sales grew YoY by 35.75% and gained 7,134 units, but dropped by 45.15% MoM and lost 22,297 units along the way.Motorcycle sales 150cc to 200cc – Nov 2022 vs Nov 2021 (YoY)Yamaha FZ sales stood at 7,998 units and are just 4.7% more than figures registered in 2021. FZ saw a decline of 60.92% MoM and lost 12,452 units. Platform partners R15 and MT15 sold 7,427 and 6,335 units respectively. While MT15 more than doubled its sales YoY by 132.31%, both R15 and MT15 failed to show positive growth MoM.KTM 200 range of motorcycles saw 2,293 units in November 2022. With 1,894 units to beat from last year, KTM saw 21.07% YoY growth and slipped down by 42.70% where MoM analysis is concerned. Hornet and X-Blade sales fall close to each other. Hornet 2.0 and X-Blade sold 1,655, up from 1 unit sold last year and 1,233, up from 0 unit sold last year respectively.Hornet 2.0 is the only vehicle out of the 15 on this list to register positive growth MoM at the rate of 25.38% by gaining 335 units in volume. Hero’s first entrant in this list signifies how well rivals have gone, leaving this juggernaut behind in the 150cc-200cc motorcycle segment. With just 1,196 units sold, Hero Xtreme range saw a 63.21% YoY decline and a 76.86% MoM decline.Motorcycle sales 150cc to 200cc – Nov 2022 vs Oct 2022 (MoM)Avenger, Xpulse Sales Nov 2022Bajaj Avenger is the only true blue cruiser in this list (apart from Intruder which sold 0 units) and sold just under 1000 units. Sales halved YoY at 52.02% and almost halved MoM at 40.21%. Gixxer 150 range includes naked Gixxer and Gixxer SF. Both of them combined only managed to sell 649 units and fell in the red completely.XPulse 200 sold 582 units and lost 72.73% sales YoY and 80.42% MoM. Volume loss stood at 1,721 units YoY and 2,390 units MoM. Even though Xpulse 200 saw a decline, it still managed to sell over 5 times more than Honda’s pseudo-ADV CB200X. With just 93 units sold, CB200X fell into the red completely. More

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      New Vespa 300cc Scooter Spied Testing In India – Launch In 2023

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      This 300cc engine is said to be similar to 300cc scooters offered by Keeway – It makes 18.4 bhp of power and 22 Nm of torqueImage for illustration. Credit – ScooteriaThe Indian scooter market was not mature enough to embrace unconventional products like Kinetic Blaze back in the day. Fast forward to 2023, we have sporty scooters in the form of Yamaha Aerox 155. 300cc scooters have sprung up too and if you want a grotesque, BMW even has C 400 GT that costs an absolute bomb.Vespa being a stalwart in the scooter field can’t shy away from offering a 300cc scooter in an important market like India. New Vespa GTS 300cc scooter has been spied testing in India and is likely to go on sale soon. Let’s take a look.New Vespa 300cc Scooter SpiedThere used to be multiple speculations in place since 2020 that Vespa is working on a larger 300cc engine. Followed by the economic crisis post Covid-19, this development was somewhat muted. In 2023, it seems to be undergoing testing for an imminent launch in near future.Vespa GTS line stands for Granturismo Sport and has a larger body than other Vespa scooters owing to its touring credentials. As the name suggests, Vespa GTS 300cc scooter is touring-oriented and hence offers a lot of space for both rider and pillion. The engine seems to be a much larger unit than Vespa’s current flagship Racing Sixties 150’s engine.New Vespa 300cc Scooter SpiedUpon closer inspection, this doesn’t look like the 2023 model that was showcased at 2022 EICMA. It is not yet sure if this test mule will get the same TFT colour screen as found on the GTS 300 SuperTech variant sold globally. The test mule spotted in India had a phone holder or testing equipment mounted on top of its instrument cluster.Another point to be noted is that global models get disc brakes at both front and back. The test mule that was spotted in India featured rear drum brakes. This might be a cost-cutting measure to offer 2023 Vespa GTS 300 at an attractive price point.Specs & FeaturesOther notable cost cutting is evident in the engine cooling system. While the Indian test mule is an air-cooled unit, globally, Vespa offers a liquid-cooled engine. The 300cc engine in question also does duties on recently launched Keeway Vieste 300 and Sixties 300i. On Keeway products, this engine is said to be on a different tune, while Vespa will offer its scooter with a different tune.Specifications and features including engine displacement might vary compared to international spec model. When launched, it will rival both Keeway scooters with 300cc engines and prices can fall between Rs. 3 – 3.5 lakh (ex-sh).Source More

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      2023 Ather 450x Electric Scooter Deliveries Start – First Batch

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      New Ather Battery Protect warranty scheme is applicable to all new 450X purchases and existing Ather owners can avail it at an additional costAther Electric Scooter New 2023 ModelAther Energy was among the first to launch a premium electric scooter in India. It even took performance electric scooter crown for a long time as well. The company even claims that 450X is the first ever scooter of any kind to come with a built-in touchscreen and first-ever scooter of any kind to get on board Google Maps.At Ather’s Community Day held on January 7th, there was a lot of information divulged from Ather. There was a new OTA update, a new warranty scheme, a new seat, and colours as well. There was a lot of attention given to update software, user interface and Google Maps integration as well. Now that TVC is out, let’s take a closer look.2023 Ather 450x Electric Scooter DeliveriesElectric powertrains need a lot of fine-tuning with their software so as to extract most out of its potential. These softwares are updated periodically to ensure the user gets the most optimum experience. Ola calls it Move OS and Ather calls it AtherStack. Latter is now updated and is called AtherStack 5.0.Tarun Mehta – Co-Founder & CEO, Ather Energy, said “Ather 450, was the first-ever software engine (AtherStack) on any two-wheeler in India, probably even globally. It enabled first-in-market features like a touchscreen dashboard, onboard navigation, and remote diagnostics. Some of which barely even existed in luxury cars at that time. With a fluid new UI and Google Vector Maps, AtherStack 5.0 takes our touchscreen and maps experience to a whole new level.[embedded content][embedded content]AtherStacks 5.0 also enabled Ather to leverage its hardware to unlock new experiences such as AutoHold. Importantly, it allowed the company to roll out these new experiences to most of our existing customers as well, based on their scooter generation. AtherStack will continue to form a core of the company’s product strategy, allowing Ather to constantly keep enhancing its product experience on existing hardware platform.”2023 Ather Electric Scooter SpecsAs seen in AtherStack 5.0 TVC, Ather has revamped its user interface for touchscreen dash to incorporate gestures instead of taps. Logical refinement is found throughout. Google Maps now gets Vector maps with perspective change and even live traffic updates. After working on it for 2 years, Ather finally launched AutoHold, which helps in inclined terrains.2023 Ather Electric Scooter SpecsNew Warranty, Colours, SeatOne of the most important announcements Ather did on Community day is Ather Battery Protect. This is an extended warranty program that covers Ather EVs for up to 5 years or 60,000 km. There is a guarantee of 70% performance at the end of 5 years too. Ather Battery Protect is standard on every new 450X, while Gen 2 and Gen 3 owners can opt for it at an additional cost.2023 Ather Electric Scooter SpecsAlong with Neighbourhood charging and new colours for 450X, Ather also showed a plusher seat. This seat is free for everyone that attended Ather Community Day and others can avail it at an additional cost. Ather operates in the premium electric scooter space and rivals Ola, TVS, Bajaj and upcoming Simple One. Deliveries have started. More