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      Earth Energy Electric Scooter Glyde SX Roll Out From Jan 2022

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      Earth Energy Glyde SX Electric ScooterGlyde SX and Glyde SX+ electric scooters are more affordable as compared to TVS iCube and Bajaj Chetak
      Even as Hero Electric, Okinawa Scooters, Ampere Vehicles, Ather Energy and Revolt Motors are top players in the electric two wheeler segment in India, there are several startups entering the fray. Recent sales charts show up that it is this electric two wheeler segment that is quickly gaining ground.
      If this pace of growth is anything to go by, one can firmly believe, that India’s two wheeler segment will be led by electric vehicles in the not too distant future. Earth Energy, one such electric vehicle startup, had marked its entry into this segment earlier with two commuter e-scooters Glyde SX and Glyde SX+.
      Earth Energy EV Glyde SX Electric Scooter
      Pre-bookings commenced at a down payment of Rs 1,000 via the company’s website. Retail rollout starts from company plant in 1st week of Jan 2022. The company has now announced pricing of the two scooters that vary state-wise.
      Presented across 7 states in India, the SX and SX+ are priced at Rs 79,000 and Rs 97,000, respectively in the state of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Prices in Gujarat are at Rs 73,000 and Rs 97,000, while in Kerala, Glyde SX and SX+ will carry a price tag of Rs 74,000 and Rs 97,000.
      Earth Energy Glyde SX Electric Scooter
      Likewise, in Maharashtra, prices will be at Rs 74,000 and Rs 95,000, respectively and in Karnataka, Glyde SX and SX+ will cost Rs 79,999 and Rs 98,175. Prices will be highest in the state of Tamil Nadu at Rs 78,000 and Rs 1,00,000. The company has also appointed dealerships in each of these states and also in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa where sales will commence later.
      Earth Energy confirms that these two e-scooter will be built from the ground up, with upto 98 percent localization. Production will be carried out at the company’s greenfield plant in Maharashtra, spread over an area of 20,000 sq ft which will be expanded by an additional 20,000 sq ft with annual capacity of 46,000 units. Earlier this year, the company also set up a 7000 sq ft R&D facility in Vasai, Mumbai, and produces Li-ion battery packs in-house.
      Glyde SX and SX+ – Technical Specs
      Earth Energy’s Glyde SX and SX+ e-scooters will be powered by a 3.9 kW battery pack with 12 percent grade-ability. The SX scooter with 74 Nm torque will be capable of a drive range of 150 kms per charge and a top speed of 25km/h. License will not be required for the SX variant but will be necessary for the SX+ e-scooter due to its higher capacity and top speed.
      Earth Energy Glyde SX Electric Scooter
      The SX+ variant with 140 Nm torque will have a driving range of 100 kms per charge and will be capable of a top speed of 90 km/h. Charging time will be in 40 minutes via a fast charger and in 2 hours 30 minutes via a normal 3 pin plug.
      Aimed at the commuter segment, features on the Glyde SX+ will include LED lighting and a 5 inch digital instrument cluster showing off battery charge, speed and range. Live location, vehicle tracking and theft protection are also part of its features along with turn by turn navigation. CBS will be offered as standard along with disc brakes at the front and rear. More

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      New TVS Ntorq Thor, Spider Man Editions Launched – Iron Man Discontinued?

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      New TVS Ntorq Thor and Spider Man Editions launchedNew Super Squad variants are in addition to existing Captain America and Black Panther – Iron Man Edition removed from website
      Aiming to provide more choices to superhero fans, TVS has launched Spiderman and Thor variants of Ntorq 125. The timing seems perfect, as Spider-Man: No Way Home has just opened in theatres across India. Theme of the movie also connects, as identity of our own friendly neighbourhood web-slingers will be revealed soon.
      Same goes for fans of hammer-wielding Thor, the protector of both gods and humans. Next edition of Thor, Love and Thunder is slated for release in July 2022. Ntorq Spiderman and Thor variants are priced at Rs 84,850 (ex-showroom, Delhi). This is the same as other Super Squad variants.
      TVS Ntorq Spiderman and Thor variant details
      While Spiderman’s suit has undergone numerous variations across movies and comic books, Ntorq Spiderman edition sticks to the original red and blue theme. This one probably has the highest recall among most Spidey fans.
      Front apron of the scooter gets the red shade whereas the front fender comes in blue. A mix of red and blue can be seen on side panels. Enhancing the theme further are spider and web-like decals which cover much of the body panels.
      New TVS Ntorq Thor and Spider Man Editions launched
      Ntorq Thor Super Squad edition looks relatively sober with a mix of black, grey and red shades. Decals matching various aspects of the superhero such as hammer, lightning, knitted dark grey suit and burgundy cape can be seen on side panels.
      It is apparent that Ntorq Spiderman edition will be much easier to spot, as compared to Thor variant. Ntorq Spidey will have a strong street presence, just like Captain America and Black Panther Ntorq. The Iron Man edition of Ntorq is no longer listed on the official website. It has likely been discontinued, as the Avenger dies in Endgame.
      Theme of Ntorq Spiderman and Thor variants extends to the SmartXonnect app as well. UI has been customized to reflect notable aspects of the superheroes such as their silhouette, Spiderman logo, Thor’s hammer, etc. Aim is to make overall experience a lot more engrossing and fun for superhero fans. Customized UI for the app is also available for existing Ntorq Super Squad variants.
      TVS Ntorq Iron Man Edition removed from website – Likely discontinued
      No superhero powers
      New Ntorq Spiderman and Thor editions will continue with the same features and hardware as existing Ntorq. Some key features include aggressive front cluster, aircraft inspired styling, gaming console inspired speedometer, sporty split grab rail, split type rear fender, stubby muffler, afterburner styled rear vents, and sporty T-shaped rear lamp.
      In terms of comfort and convenience, the scooter offers patented EZ centre stand, engine kill switch, pass by switch, large underseat storage with USB charger and light, external fuel fill, and dual steering lock. Safety features include high speed alert and parking brake.
      Ntorq is powered by a 124.8 cc motor that generates 9.2 hp of max power at 7,000 rpm and 10.5 Nm of peak torque at 5,500 rpm. The scooter has under bone tubular type frame with telescopic front suspension and coil spring units at rear. It runs on 12-inch alloy wheels, shod with 100/80 tubeless tyres at both ends. Braking duties on disc variants are performed by 220mm disc at front and 130mm drum brake at rear. More

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      Yamaha Sales Breakup Nov 2021 – R15, MT15, Fascino, FZS, RayZR, FZ25

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      2022 Yamaha MT15 Facelift to get Bluetooth / updatesWhile domestic sales have registered negative growth, Yamaha exports have made double-digit gain in November 2021
      Yamaha domestic sales have slumped -26.12% YoY in November 2021. A total of 39,309 units were sold in the month, as compared to 53,208 units in November last year. Only R15 has posted positive YoY growth in November. Yamaha MoM growth is also negative at -31.72%, as compared to 57,573 units sold in October 2021.
      Yamaha has done much better in overseas markets, with exports registering YoY gain of 28.78%. A total of 19,361 units were exported in November 2021, as compared to 15,034 units in November last year. However, MoM export growth is down by -20.08%, as compared to 24,225 units exported in October 2021.
      Yamaha Sales Breakup Nov 2021 – RayZR leads
      RayZR is Yamaha’s top selling product in November with sales of 12,344 units. YoY growth is down by -18.99%, as compared to 15,238 units sold in November last year. Share in sales is at 31.40%. MoM growth is down by -9.24%, as compared to 13,601 units sold in October 2021.
      Earlier this year in September, Yamaha had launched new RayZR 125 Fi and Street Rally 125 Fi. One of the key updates was a Smart Motor Generator (SMG) system. R15 is second with sales of 8,392 units in November. YoY growth has improved by 43.50%, as compared to 5,848 units sold in November last year. Share in sales is at 21.35%. R15 MoM growth is -18.09%, as compared to 10,246 units sold in October 2021.
      Yamaha India Sales Breakup Nov 2021 vs Nov 2020 (YoY)
      Yamaha had launched new generation R15 in September. A number of updates were introduced including cosmetic enhancements, USD forks in golden finish, and Bluetooth-based Y-Connect connectivity platform.
      At number three is Fascino with sales of 8,208 units in November. YoY growth is down by -25.33%, as compared to 10,992 units sold in November last year. Share in sales is at 20.88%. Fascino MoM growth is down by -39.14%, as compared to 13,487 units sold in October 2021. Earlier this year in July, Yamaha had launched updated Fascino 125 FI. One of the key updates was Bluetooth based connectivity features.
      Other bikes in the list are FZ (7,624 units), MT15 (2,727) and FZ25 (14). YoY and MoM growth numbers are negative for all these three bikes. In percentage terms, FZ25 has max YoY de-growth at -95.05%.
      Yamaha India Sales Breakup Nov 2021 vs Oct 2021 (MoM)
      Yamaha exports November 2021 – FZ tops the list
      FZ exports are at 9,426 units in November. YoY growth is 16.36%, as compared to 8,101 units exported in November last year. Percentage share in exports is at 48.69%. MoM export growth is down -11.10%, as compared to 10,603 units exported in October 2021.
      At number two is RayZR with exports of 3,709 units in November. YoY growth is 91.28%, as compared to 1,939 units exported in November last year. Share in exports is at 19.16%. RayZR MoM growth is down by -1.51%, as compared to 3,766 units exported in October 2021.
      Crux is third with exports of 2,628 units in November. YoY growth is 48.81%, as compared to 1,766 units exported in November last year. Share in exports is at 13.57%. Crux MoM growth is 12.98%, as compared to 2,326 units exported in October 2021.
      Other bikes in the list are SZ (1,336 units), R15 (692), YD125 (600), Saluto (500), FZ25 (220), Alpha (168), MT15 (81), Fascino (1) and Saluto RX (0). Ones with positive YoY growth are SZ, R15 and Alpha. R15 has highest YoY export growth in percentage terms. More

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      2022 Honda Navi Modified By Workshops In The USA

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      2022 Honda Navi ModifiedHonda is offering its own range of customisation packs called Icon and TrueTimber with Navi in USA
      Just a few days ago, Honda Navi went on sale in USA at a launch price of USD 1,807 (approx. INR 1.34 lakh). Barely a week later, custom Navi motorcycles were showcased at the model’s media ride event at Westside Museum in Southern California. These projects have been given life by two US-based aftermarkets workshops- MNNTHBX and Steady Garage.
      2022 Honda Navi Modified were also displayed at last month’s IMS Outdoors motorcycle show at OC Fair & Event Center. The two workshops mentioned above were given early access to the platform by the bikemaker to enable potential buyers and fans to see the possibilities that can be achieved.
      MNNTHBX- Race-inspired Navi
      Both aftermarket brands dressed up the miniMoto in their respective manner that gave Navi a more serious look. Starting with the one created by MNNTHBX, the workshop has incorporated a racetrack pit bike theme for its build. In this iteration of Navi, the bike flaunts racy red, white and blue graphics which are complemented by a matte black finish of internals, alloy wheels, handlebar and front forks to lend it a sporty appeal.
      Ergonomics have been revised with a Renthal low-positioned MX-style handlebar while dynamics of the bike have been made sportier with a single shock absorber sourced from Öhlins. Further, it gets a fully custom-built Yoshimura exhaust wrapped in carbon fibre. In order to make it more appealing for Gen Z, MNNTHBX has plonked a full sound system including two 6.5 inch Kicker speakers between the rider’s legs.
      2022 Honda Navi Modified
      Steady Garage- Going Neo-Retro
      Steady Garage, on the other hand, takes a different approach on Navi which appears to take inspiration from Grom and Ruckus- the other two miniMotos in Honda’s portfolio. The biggest highlight is the larger and wider rear tyre which they have barely managed to fit. It has been equipped with a unique custom exhaust with stainless-steel flex pipe and twin outlet tips.
      In this version of a custom Navi, Steady Garage has employed a high-end custom-built mono-shock by Taiwanese company Gears Racing. All these modifications lead to a clean look of the miniMoto. Another interesting feature is the custom-built saddle wrapped in carbon fibre following the lines of the diamond tail. The paintwork on body panels is all custom with the most eye-catching touch being the illuminated pinstriping.
      The LED strips change colours giving Navi the effect of a rolling neon sign. Another unique detail is a retro helmet visor attached to the headlamp. Interested Navi owners can opt for their favourite customization as both MNNTHBX and Steady Garage will offer several of the components used in their projects.
      In addition, Honda Signature Accessories is offering special graphics kits that were developed in a pair of collaborations. Powered by a 109.2cc single-cylinder mill, Honda Navi sold in USA is being exported from India. More

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      350cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 – Classic, Bullet, Meteor, Electra, CB350

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      Image – RK RupamWhile domestic YoY numbers are negative, exports have registered close to five-fold growth in November 2021
      November proved to be tough for Classic 350, Meteor 350 and CB350, as all these have posted negative YoY growth in the month. MoM growth is also negative for all these bikes. As a result, 350cc motorcycle sales have dropped -31.09% YoY and -2.60% MoM. Exports have stayed buoyant in terms of both YoY and MoM growth.
      In domestic market, a total of 41,688 units were sold in November. Sales during the corresponding period last year were at 60,492 units. Sales in October 2021 were at 42,799 units. Exports stood at 5,252 units in November 2021, as compared to 1,085 units in November last year. YoY growth is 384.06%. MoM export growth is 59.25%, as compared to 3,298 units exported in October 2021.
      350cc Motorcycle Sales November 2021 – Classic 350 leads
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 continues to be the top selling motorcycle in 350cc segment even though YoY numbers have dropped by more than 50%. A total of 19,601 units were sold in November 2021, as compared to 39,391 units in November last year. Classic 350 market share is at 47.02%. MoM growth is also negative at -0.64%, as compared to 19,728 units sold in October 2021.
      Bullet 350 has raced to the second spot with sales of 8,733 units in November 2021. In earlier months, the second spot was taken by Meteor 350. Bullet 350 has registered 34.09% rise in YoY sales, as compared to 6,513 units sold in November last year. Market share is at 20.95%. Bullet MoM growth is up by 50%, as compared to 5,822 units sold in October 2021.
      350cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 vs Nov 2020 (YoY)
      Meteor 350 is third with sales of 6,775 units in November 2021. YoY growth is down by -3.64%, as compared to 7,031 units sold in November last year. Market share is at 16.25%. Meteor MoM sales are down by -13.71%, as compared to 7,851 units sold in October 2021.
      Electra 350 is next with sales of 4,257 units in November 2021. YoY growth is up 21.98%, as compared to 3,490 units sold in November last year. Market share is at 10.21%. Electra MoM growth is at 89.54%, as compared to 2,246 units sold in October 2021.
      Honda H’ness CB350 has dropped to fifth place with sales of 2,322 units in November 2021. YoY growth is down by -42.91%, as compared to 4,067 units sold in November last year. Market share has dropped from 16.71% in October to 5.57% in November. MoM growth is down by -67.53%, as compared to 7,152 units sold in October 2021.
      350cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 vs Oct 2021 (MoM)
      Meteor ahead in exports
      Meteor is the top selling 350cc Royal Enfield bike in international markets. A total of 2,605 units were exported in November 2021. YoY growth is 937.85%, as compared to 251 units exported in November last year. Share in exports is at 49.60%. Meteor MoM growth is 114.05%, as compared to 1,217 units exported in October 2021.
      Classic 350 is second with exports of 1,375 units. YoY growth is 89.13%, as compared to 727 units exported in November last year. Share in exports is at 26.18%. MoM growth is 152.29%, as compared to 545 units exported in October 2021.
      At number three is CB350 with exports of 1,272 units. While YoY growth is up by 1282.61%, MoM growth has dropped by -17.19%. CB350 share in exports is at 24.22% in November 2021. Bullet and Electra did not have any exports in November 2021. More

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      Benelli TRK 251 India Launch Price Rs 2.51 L – KTM 250 ADV Rival

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      New Benelli TRK 251 India LaunchApart from KTM 250 Adventure, Benelli TRK 251 will rival the likes of Royal Enfield Himalayan as well
      Benelli has ended the year 2021 with a bang as it has introduced its fifth model this year. After launching a scrambler, two adventure tourers and one cruiser this year, the Italian brand has launched its entry-level adventure bike in the form of TRK 251.
      Offered at a starting price of Rs 2.51 lakh (ex-showroom), the motorcycle is currently the most affordable offering by Benelli in India. At this aggressive price range it directly competes with the KTM 250 ADV, which had a launch price of Rs 2.55 lakh, ex-sh. Price of KTM 250 were recently slashed by Rs 25k, and it now costs Rs 2.3 lakh ex-sh for limited period of time.
      Benelli TRK 251 ADV – Design
      Available in three striking colour options, TRK 251 takes a lot of styling inspirations from its older siblings- TRK 502 and TRK 502X. It gets signature ADV styling elements such as a pointy beak, a large windscreen upfront, a front-heavy quarter fairing, an exposed trellis frame and a sculpted fuel tank.
      Sporty graphics are visible on the front and side fairing and tail section. The wide and tall handlebars aided with centre-set footpegs and an accessible saddle height of 800mm should offer comfortable riding ergonomics.
      New Benelli TRK 251 India Launch
      The twin-pod LED headlamp along with turn indicators mounted on the side fairings give the motorcycle a distinct appeal. Touring capabilities are enhanced with a luggage mounting rack and pannier boxes as an accessory.
      Other common details include a side-on exhaust and a steep tail section. In terms of features TRK 251 is equipped with a fully digital LCD instrument console that displays a wide range of information such as speed, rpm, fuel level, gear position, time and trip meter. Like most ADVs in India, TRK 251 is a road-biased tourer, hence, it rides on 17-inch front and rear alloy wheels shod with road-purpose tyres.
      Mechanical Specs
      Hardware comprises a steel trellis frame suspended on USD forks up front and a T-swingarm type mono-shock absorber at rear. Braking duties are handled by 280 mm single disc with 4-piston callipers at front and 240mm single disc with a single-piston calliper at rear. Anchorage is aided with a dual-channel ABS as standard.
      Powering TRK 251 is a familiar 249cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC motor which also propels Leoncino 250. This engine cranks out 25 bhp at 9,250 rpm and 21.2 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 rpm. This unit is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The bike offers a ground clearance of 170mm while it tips the weighing scales at 164kg. Bookings for TRK 251 had commenced earlier this month at a token amount of Rs 6,000 with deliveries slated to begin from January 2022. More

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      Bajaj Chetak Vs TVS iQube – Electric Scooter Sales Nov 2021

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      Bajaj Chetak Electric ScooteriQube takes the lead in November 2021, with YoY sales improving by more than 600 percent
      Close fight between Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube continues, with the latter posting higher sales numbers in November 2021. iQube also leads in overall sales during the period from January to November.
      With just one more month to go in this year, it is likely that TVS iQube will be ahead of Chetak in 2021. Unless of course Chetak makes a strong comeback in December. It is currently 421 units short of iQube in terms of total sales during Jan-Nov 2021.
      Electric Scooter Sales Nov 2021 – Chetak vs iQube
      Bajaj Chetak sales were at 511 units in November 2021. YoY growth is at 93.56%, as compared to 264 units sold in November last year. Chetak MoM growth is down by -38.80%, as compared to 835 units sold in October 2021. Average monthly sales during the period from Jan-Nov 2021 is at 395 units per month.
      TVS iQube sales in November 2021 is at 699 units. YoY growth has improved by a staggering 606%, as compared to 99 units sold in November last year. iQube MoM growth is at 76.96%, as compared to 395 units sold in October 2021. Average monthly sales during the period from Jan-Nov 2021 is at 433 units per month.
      Electric Scooter Sales Nov 2021 – Bajaj Chetak vs TVS iQube
      Taken together, Chetak and iQube have registered YoY growth of 233.33%. As compared to 1,210 units in November 2021, 363 units were sold in November last year. MoM growth is slightly down by -1.63%, as compared to 1,230 units sold in October 2021. Combined sales of Chetak and iQube have been consistently above the 1k mark since June this year.
      During the period from Jan-Nov 2021, iQube has been ahead of Chetak in seven months. Chetak highest sales this year was in October at 835 units. In case of iQube, its best performance was 766 units in September.
      Lowest point for both scooters this year was in May when sales were 31 units for Chetak and Nil for iQube. This was apparently due to second wave of Covid-19, when lockdowns and restrictions were quite common across the country.
      Electric Scooter Sales 2021 – Bajaj Chetak vs TVS iQube
      Chetak vs iQube expansion plans
      To boost sales, Bajaj and TVS are working to make their electric scooter available at more locations across the country. Chetak is currently available across four states – Maharastra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana. Cities covered include Pune, Nagpur, Aurangabad, Bengaluru, Mangalore, Mysore, Chennai and Hyderabad.
      In comparison, iQube appears to have a wider sales network. It is available in cities like Chennai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Aurangabad, Belgaum, Guntur, Guwahati, Jaipur, Indore, Kochi, Jamnagar, Kolkata, Kolhapur, Ludhiana, Lucknow and Meerut.
      Both companies are initially giving preference to cities that have greater acceptance for electric scooters. Availability of charging infrastructure is another key factor being considered.
      As global semiconductor chip shortage is expected to continue, electric scooter sales will be adversely impacted next year as well. New product launches in this segment will also pose significant challenges for Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube. More

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      EeVe Soul Electric Scooter Launch Price Rs 1.4 L – Official TVC

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      EeVe Soul Electric ScooterEeVe Soul electric scooter delivers a range of 120 kms range in Eco mode – In this mode top speed of 40 km/h
      Odisha based electric two wheeler makers, EeVe India, owned by the Bharat Group, announced launch of a new high-speed e-scooter called EeVe Soul. This is the company’s flagship model that will hit roads from this New Year. It is priced from Rs 1.4 lakh.
      EeVe Soul comes in with features such as LED DRLs, GPS navigation, IoT facilities and a USB port. It also gets an anti-theft locking system with geo tagging, geo fencing and reverse mode. EeVe’s new electric scooter has recently received approval from Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI).
      Features also include a keyless system and central braking while the new Soul e-scooter rides in alloy wheels fitted with 90 section 12-inch tubeless tyres. Disc brakes and CBS (combined braking system) are also offered. Suspension is handled via telescopic suspension in the front and four step adjustable suspension at the rear.
      EeVe Soul – Charging, Range, Top Speed
      The EeVe Soul electric scooter gets a 1200W Bosch motor with a lithium Ferrous Phosphate swappable and detachable battery. The range varies from 120 kms in first or Eco Mode with a top speed of 40 km/h and then on dips in range in second and third mode with a top speed of 50 km/h and 60 km/h respectively.
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      The battery packs are located in the underseat space, instead of the floor board. They are removable and swappable. Charging is via a regular home/office charger taking around 3-4 hours for a complete charge. EeVe Soul comes in with a 3 year standard warranty.
      Apart from the newly launched Eeve Soul, the company also sells EeVe Xeniaa. This is the most expensive among scooters in the company lineup with a price tag of Rs 81,900.The other e-scooters include 4U, Wind, Your and Ahava, priced from Rs 51,900 to Rs 70,900. None of EeVe electric scooters qualify for FAME II subsidy from the government due to the fact that their entire line-up consists of slow-speed scooters with top speed capped at 25 km/h.
      Investment Plans
      Along with launch of this flagship electric scooter, EeVe has announced extensive plans. Investments to the tune of Rs 1,000 crore is planned over next two years with production capacities to be increased from 3 lakh units to 5 lakh units per annum. Sales targets are set at 50,000 units over next couple of years with an aim to hold a 10 percent market share in electric two wheeler segment.
      EeVe Soul Electric Scooter
      The company has also set up 150 dealerships and 300 sub-dealerships across India and plans launch of new products, setting up of charging infrastructure and expansion of sales networks. Over past two years, the company has clocked cumulative sales of over 12,000 units. In the current financial year, sales stood at 6,000 units till November 2021 and target is set for another 6,000 units by March 2022. More