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      Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Vs Rivals (w Similar Price) – Xtreme 125R, Raider 125, Pulsar NS125

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      Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGWhen opposed to rivals, Bajaj Freedom excels at offering exceptionally low running costs while matching the price of other sporty 125cc bikesRewriting the rule book of 125cc motorcycles, or any motorcycle sold in the world, Bajaj has launched world’s first-ever CNG bike. Called Freedom 125, this CNG motorcycle is very interesting in terms of its product positioning, overall styling and features. Here is how it would fare with rival 125cc motorcycles in a similar price range.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Vs Sporty RivalsFreedom 125 is specially designed for buyers looking to minimise their running costs on a daily basis. So, buyers are looking at 100cc and 110cc budget commuters. In the car world, a CNG kit like this would cost around Rs 1 lakh extra over regular ICE vehicles. But here is Bajaj Freedom 125, matching its price with other sporty 125cc motorcycles, despite packing complex engineering in the form of a CNG kit.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGBajaj Freedom 125 has design elements like front fork covers, LED headlights, X-motif LED tail light, exposed trellis frame, muscular tank shrouds, longest-ever seat, playful colours, contrasting silver-tone parts, colour-coded components and more. Comparing it to 125cc motorcycles with a basic commuter silhouette feels wrong. Thus narrowing the competition to TVS Raider 125, Hero Xtreme 125R and Bajaj’s own Pulsar NS125.Where powertrains are concerned, Freedom 125 packs the least punch. At 9.37 bhp and 9.7 Nm, performance isn’t anything to write home about. The most powerful in this bunch is Pulsar NS125. Owing to its 123kg lightweight, TVS Raider 125 packs the highest power-to-weight and torque-to-weight ratios in this comparison. Interestingly, Freedom makes its peak torque at just 5,000 RPM, lower than others.Bajaj Freedom 125 Vs Rivals – SpecsAt 147.8 kg, Freedom 125 is the heaviest of this bunch and the uninspiring performance metrics signify it. At just 2L petrol and 2Kg CNG, Freedom 125 also has the lowest fuel capacity. That said, Freedom 125 was built to offer exceptional fuel efficiency and lowest running costs. Something which it does rather well. At 102 km/kg, Freedom 125 trounces all of its rivals. Even if one has a 50 km daily commute, they only have to refuel Freedom 125 once, at the least cost.Features and ComponentryWe already established that Freedom 125 weighs the most, that’s because of its added components and complex engineering, which is perfectly acceptable. Owing to its complexity, it has the highest seat height at 825mm and lowest ground clearance at 170 mm. Also, some of the component choices for Freedom 125 are very interesting too. For example, Bajaj is offering a 16-inch rear wheel, while rivals offer 17-inchers.Bajaj Freedom 125 Vs Rivals – FeaturesThat said, Bajaj is matching tyre width with Hero Xtreme 125R (90-section front and 120-section rear), which used to offer widest-in-segment tyres. These are wider than Pulsar NS125 and Raider 125. All the contenders offer RSU telescopic front forks and a rear mono-shock setup. That said, we liked Bajaj Freedom’s fork covers which look substantial and add a muscular appeal.Except for Hero Xtreme 125R with a larger 276mm front disc, all other bikes offer 240mm front disc and 130mm rear drum brakes. While LED headlights and tail lights are offered by all these bikes (at least as an option), only Xtreme 125R offers LED turn indicators. Only TVS Raider 125 has a TFT instrument cluster with a plethora of added features including navigation, while others offer Bluetooth with limited functionalities.Bajaj Freedom 125 Instrument ScreenBecause Bajaj Freedom 125 is their first CNG offering, the company is trying to appeal to multiple genres at once with premium attributes. In the coming future, there may be a CNG offering with the CT line that might hit a much lower price point, without any fancy gizmos and premium appeal.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Filler More

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      Bajaj Freedom CNG Crash Tested – Truck Drives Over CNG Tank To Test Safety

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      Bajaj Freedom CNG Crash TestedHaving passed multiple frontal, side and rear collision tests, Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike guarantees a high level of safetyWhile Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike’s primary USP is its 100 km/kg mileage, safety systems are also pretty robust. The CNG tank is enclosed within a strong trellis frame and further secured with an additional tank shield. The CNG tank itself is certified by PESO (Petroleum & Explosive Safety Organization), thereby meeting government mandated safety standards.Bajaj Freedom 125 crash tested internallyBajaj has utilized a unique setup for its CNG bike. Multiple innovations have been applied in terms of placement of the CNG tank, fitting a sloper engine and achieving adequate control and balance. To ensure that Freedom 125 meets user expectations, the bike has undergone rigorous and comprehensive safety testing. It includes frontal, side and rear impact tests.Bajaj Freedom CNG Crash TestedIn one of the frontal collision tests, the bike can be seen hitting a 1.5-ton load head-on. With both the bike and the load moving towards each other, the relative speed of the bike is 60 km/h. The 1.5-ton load is comparable to an SUV like Hyundai Alcazar that weighs 1,435 kg. Even after such a high impact collision, the CNG tank of Freedom 125 stays in prime condition.The position of the CNG tank remains unchanged and there’s hardly any dents or scratch marks. The pressure gauge stays in the original position, revealing that there is no CNG leakage. Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike has also passed side impact tests and vertical drop tests. In all these tests, there was no damage to the CNG tank or leakage issue.Bajaj Freedom CNG Crash TestedTruck Runover TestGoing a step further, Bajaj has even put the Freedom 125 under the wheels of a 10-ton truck. This may seem like a crude way of testing, but the results are certainly in favour of Freedom 125. Even when completely run over by the 10-ton truck’s rear wheels, the CNG tank remains intact. Its position is unchanged and the pressure gauge does not indicate any leaks.[embedded content]Other safety tests performed on the bike include CNG valve impact test, 50 KG filling unit strength test and 20G pull out test. All of these are as per the safety norms mandated by the government for CNG vehicles. Such rigorous testing dispels doubts that some people may have about using a CNG bike.Bookings open for Maharashtra, GujaratBajaj will be introducing the Freedom 125 CNG bike across India in a phased manner. Bookings are currently open for Maharashtra and Gujarat locations. Three variants are on offer, with prices starting at Rs 95,000.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGA pan-India rollout will take several years, as CNG is yet to reach several districts in the country. Some states have a much higher penetration of CNG in comparison to other states. For example, Gujarat has CNG availability in 100% of its districts, whereas Telangana has CNG pumps in only 27% of its districts (As of Dec 2023). North eastern states like Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya and Sikkim have zero CNG availability. More

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      Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Tank Detailed – Top 5 Things To Know, Official Specs

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      Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGWhen opposed to 125cc rivals like Raider 125, SP125, Glamour XTEC and even Xtreme 125R, Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG offers the lowest running costsBajaj has launched the world’s first CNG motorcycle in the form of Freedom 125. Prices for this motorcycle start at Rs 95,000 (Ex-sh) and go till Rs 1,10,000 (Ex-sh). There are 7 new colours and three variants to choose between. There is a lot to know about the new Freedom 125. Here are the top 5 things.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG – Official Specs1 – DesignThis is a rather surprising one. Aimed to please budget commuters, one would not expect style and substance from a motorcycle of this class and genre. That said, Bajaj has surprised us a lot. We did attend the launch event today and Bajaj Freedom 125 looks a lot better in person than in pictures. Bajaj has put their soul into making this a handsome machine and the results are fascinating.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGFor starters, there is an ADV inspiration with Freedom 125, which is not a bad thing. The bike looks substantial for a 125cc motorcycle. There is a silver-finished exposed trellis frame effect, longest seat in any bike, a colour-coded grab rail, stylish tail light, beefy-looking front fork covers, engine cowl along with tank shrouds.2 – Variants and PricingInitially speculated to be 2 variants, Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle has been launched in three variants. Called Drum, Drum LED and Disc LED, these three variants are priced at Rs 95,000, Rs 1.05 lakh and Rs 1.1 lakh (Ex-sh) respectively. As the name suggests, the base variant gets halogen headlights, top two trims offer LED headlights and only the top trim has front disc brakes.Bajaj Freedom 125 – CNG and Petrol fillingThere are 7 colours to choose from. Base Drum variant gets Pewter Grey-Yellow and Ebony Black Red options. The top two variants can be had in Caribbean Blue, Ebony Black-Grey, Pewter Grey-Black, Racing Red and Cyber White. None of the variants get knuckle guards, which was among the expected features.[embedded content]3 – Bi-fuel Petrol+CNG PowertrainThe primary highlight of Bajaj Freedom 125 is the new Bi-fuel Petrol+CNG powertrain. This 125cc single-cylinder engine is horizontally mounted to liberate space for the CNG tank to go underneath the seat. This engine is capable of combusting both petrol and CNG. At the flick of a switch, rider can change fuel preference from CNG to petrol or vice versa.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGPerformance metrics of this engine are slightly below other 125cc offerings. 9.5 PS peak power at 8,000 RPM and 9.7 Nm peak torque at 6,000 RPM, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The fuel tank can hold 2L of petrol and CNG tank can hold 2kg worth of gas. Bike’s trellis frame cradles this CNG tank and acts as a protective cage.On top of the fuel tank, we have a common filler cap that gives access to fill both petrol and CNG. Bajaj promises that the CNG motorcycle has been extensively tested and has passed as many as 11 safety tests based on industry standards. This should give buyers enough assurance and a sense of security.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG4 – Mileage and Running CostsThis is what will excite the target demographic. The all-important mileage figure (fuel efficiency). Bajaj is promising best-in-segment fuel efficiency figures with Freedom 125 and lowest running costs of any motorcycle. So, the headline figure is 102 km/kg when run on CNG and 67 km/l when run on petrol.Given that Freedom 125 has a fuel tank that holds 2 litres of petrol, it should eke out 130 km of range. Also, the 2 kg CNG tank promises 200 km of range. Combined, the total range from Freedom 125 on one filling is 330 km. Not bad at all, for a commuter.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG5 – Features and ComponentryBajaj has made Freedom 125 quite feature-loaded for the segment. For starters, we get a fully digital instrument cluster with a reverse LCD screen. This cluster is quite informative and shows a host of vehicular information. It even shows gear position, time and side stand warning apart from CNG levels. Bluetooth connectivity is also part of the package and so is a USB port.Where componentry is concerned, Bajaj is offering RSU telescopic front forks behind those muscular fork covers and a linked mono-shock unit for the rear. 17-inch alloy wheels at both ends get tubeless tyres and Bajaj is only offering disc brakes at the front. While turn indicators are halogens, headlight and tail light were LEDs on top variant. The whole package with a CNG tank on Bajaj Freedom 125 weighs 147 kg. More

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      Bajaj Freedom CNG Bike Launch Price Rs 95K – 102km/kg Mileage!

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      Bajaj Freedom CNG Bike LaunchWhen compared to typical Petrol-only commuters, Bajaj Freedom CNG bike claims 102 km/kg mileage (fuel efficiency)In a world’s first, Bajaj Auto has launched Freedom 125 CNG+Petrol Bi-fuel capable motorcycle that takes on the likes of highly frugal Petrol-only commuter offerings. Priced at an introductory Rs 95,000 (Ex-sh), Bajaj Auto is rewriting the rule book for commuters and has set a new benchmark in fuel efficiency and running costs.Bajaj Freedom CNG Bike LaunchedEvery once in a while, Bajaj Auto surprises motorcycling fraternity with aggressive pricing on their products. We witnessed this with the launch of Pulsar NS400Z at Rs 1.8 lakh (Ex-sh). This time around, Bajaj has pulled similar strings with their first-ever Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle by pricing it at Rs 95,000 (Ex-sh).Bajaj Freedom CNG Bike Launch PriceFreedom will be offered in 3 variants – Drum, Drum LED and Disc LED. There are as many as 7 shades. Overall design and aesthetics of Bajaj Freedom is of a a stylish and reasonably premium and adventure-ish 125cc commuter. Bajaj has gone with an ADV-inspired design and silhouette with quite a few retro ques to appeal to the masses.The formula seems to be working fine and Bajaj Freedom looks fairly handsome in person. A round headlight, a subtle flyscreen, an extremely long and accommodating seat, and a stubby fuel tank are notable design highlights. The tall ground clearance, handlebar brace, knuckle guards, and other attributes lend a confident stance and ADV appeal.Bajaj Freedom CNG Bike coloursTank shrouds, engine cowl, beefy suspension coversand rear tyre hugger lend the bike some muscle. While alloy wheels are standard, top variants get a front disc brake option as well. Instrument cluster is digital and shows both CNG and Petrol levels. CNG to Petrol and vice versa can be done from a dedicated toggle on the switchgear. This unit supports Bluetooth connectivity too.Specs and PowertrainMeat of the matter is the new Bi-fuel CNG+Petrol capable 125cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine of the new Bajaj Freedom. This state-of-the-art engine is capable of running on both Petrol and CNG at rider’s discretion. This way, riders can enjoy the vast cost benefits of CNG and the convenience of Petrol fuel, owing to the extensive fuel stations, as opposed to CNG stations.Bajaj FreedomThis engine is capable of offering 9.5 PS peak power, 9.7 Nm peak torque and a very impressive mileage (fuel efficiency). When switched to CNG, the performance dulls out, but the efficiency is unlike anything else. There is a 2kg CNG tank and a 2L petrol tank with a total of 330 km range. The 2kg CNG is good for around 200 km range with 102 km/kg and an additional 130 km range with 67 km/l from 2L petrol.Bajaj quoted running costs analysis for the Freedom 125 CNG and it is around Rs 1 per km, which is just uncanny and out of this world. After Freedom, Bajaj intends to launch more CNG vehicles, depending on market reception. There is no news yet, regarding a CNG Pulsar 125. But the prospect is attractive. More

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      Suzuki Sales June 2024 Grows YoY, Declines MoM – Access, Burgman, Gixxer

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      Image – Sinha SuzukiSuzuki sales in June 2024 were registered at 88,287 units relating to a 9% YoY growthThe overall scenario for two wheeler sales in India remained subdued in June 2024. However, the industry is predicted to show off more promising results in the months ahead with favourable monsoons and other economic improvements.Suzuki YoY Sales June 2024Suzuki Motorcycle India Limited a subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation of Japan, showed off a strong market presence with a YoY growth in sales, more specifically in domestic markets with double digit YoY growth while export figures were somewhat lower.Suzuki 2W India Sales June 2024It was the company’s scooter range that primarily added to improved domestic sales figures, more particularly models such as the Access 125 and Burgman Street. Suzuki India reported sales of 88,287 units in June 2024, registering a 9% YoY growth. There had been 80,737 units sold in June 2023 relating to a volume growth of 7,550 units.Domestic sales have seen a 12.73% YoY growth to 71,086 units, up from 63,059 units sold in June 2023 relating to a volume growth of 8,027 units. Currently domestic sales hold on to an 80.52% share as against a 19.48% export share. Exports on the other hand suffered a 2.70% YoY setback with 17,201 units shipped last month from 17,678 units exported in June 2023.Suzuki 2W India Sales June 2024MoM sales performance saw lower domestic sales and exports down by 20.83% from 1,11,512 units sold in May 2024. Domestic sales dipped 22.76% from 92,032 units sold in May 2024 while exports fell 11.70% over 19,480 units sold during the same period.Suzuki YTD Sales June 2024Where sales during the period April to June 2024 is concerned, Suzuki 2W sales improved by 14.72% TO 2,99,176 units. This was a volume growth of 38,392 units over 2,60,784 units sold in the same period of 2023. Sales improved in domestic markets by 27.27% to 2,51,185 units during the April to June 2024 period over 1,97,358 units sold in the same three months of 2023. However, exports fell substantially by 24.34% to 47,991 units in the April to June 2024 period as compared to 63,426 units sold in the same period last year.Commenting on the company’s sales performance, Mr. Devashish Handa – Executive Vice President, Sales, Marketing and After Sales, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. said, “We are pleased with our sales growth in June 2024 driven by strong demand especially in the Indian market. We have got off to a good start in this financial year, with a healthy 15% year-on-year growth in our sales in the first quarter.We are optimistic about maintaining this growth momentum in the months ahead. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our valued customers and dedicated dealer network for their continued trust and unwavering support which has played a pivotal role in achieving this result.” More

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      Upcoming Kawasaki KLX230 S Spied – XPulse 200 Alternative?

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      Kawasaki KLX230 SCapability-wise, Kawasaki KLX230 S will take on Hero Xpulse 200 4V and upcoming Xpulse 210 – Price-wise, it may rival Himalayan 450As the off-road segment gains momentum in the country, several new products are expected in the future. A relevant example is Kawasaki KLX230 S, recently spotted testing on roads. It is to be noted that Kawasaki already sells the KLX 230R S in India for off-road-only use. The soon-to-be-launched model will be road-legal.Kawasaki KLX230 S – Key featuresPositioned as a dual-sport bike, Kawasaki KLX230 S can be fun across both city streets as well as off-road tracks. Off-road potential is clearly evident with the raised front fender, handlebar brace, single-piece seat and under-seat exhaust. The bike has wire-spoke wheels, shod with dual-purpose tyres.Kawasaki KLX230 S SideA hint of retro can be seen with the circular rear-view mirrors. The bike has a polygonal-shaped headlamp with LED units. Although, there is no strong emphasis on this specific component. In the US, colour options include Lime Green and Battle Gray. Same colours might be launched in India.In overseas markets, Kawasaki KLX230 S is equipped with 37 mm telescopic long travel front forks with rubber gaiters. At the rear, the bike has Uni-Trak linkage system and a single shock with adjustable spring preload suspension. Front and rear tyres are 21-inch and 18-inch respectively.Kawasaki KLX230 S ExhaustBraking setup comprises 240 mm and 220 mm petal disc brakes at front and rear, respectively. The front has a dual-piston calliper whereas the rear gets a single-piston calliper. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard. Kerb weight of US-spec Kawasaki KLX230 S is 133 kg. India-spec model could be slightly heavier with the mandatory saree guard, pillion grab rail and front number plate holder.KLX230 S has a ground clearance of 239 mm and a seat height of 843 mm. Tech package includes smartphone connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP. Users can wirelessly access various instrument functions. For example, info such as fuel gauge, odometer, maintenance schedule, etc., can be viewed on the user’s smartphone. Users can also access riding logs that provide detailed information about their rides.Kawasaki KLX230 S 21-inch Front WheelPerformance and launchPower is supplied via a 233cc, 4-stroke single, SOHC, air-cooled engine. While output numbers are not available, a ballpark of 20 bhp and 20 Nm is probable. It will come mated to a 6-speed transmission. The upcoming Kawasaki KLX230 S is expected to have a similar performance range. In comparison, the popular Hero Xpulse 200 4V has slightly lower numbers at 19.2 hp and 17.35 Nm.The high level of finishing on the test mule reveals that the bike is production-ready. However, launch could still take some time. Kawasaki KLX230 S may be locally produced, the 3rd such bike after Ninja 300 and W175. Kawasaki may need some time to adjust its supply chain and Pune-based production facilities before it can commence series production of KLX230 S.Source More

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      Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Name Confirmed By Official Website – Launch Tomorrow

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      Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG BikeWhen launched, Bajaj Freedom 125 will be a unique product with no real rivals and it will likely claim the highest mileage (fuel efficiency)In a world’s first, Bajaj is launching a petrol+CNG bi-fuel capable motorcycle on July 5th, 2024. This is a big launch for Bajaj as it is flexing its profound engineering capabilities and pushing the boundaries of smart and innovative mobility solutions. But what is the name of Bajaj’s CNG bike? Answer to that very question has been leaked from Bajaj’s official website.Bajaj Freedom 125 Name ConfirmedWith rising fuel prices, inflation and cost of living, many commuters are looking for alternate solutions to cut down running costs of their motorcycles. They need ‘Freedom’ from the higher running costs associated with petrol motorcycles. So, Bajaj has taken matters into their hands and is giving people just that. Freedom!Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG Bike. Credit RavanaaarThe anticipation with Bajaj’s upcoming CNG motorcycle is very high as it could be the most efficient motorcycle in India, and probably the world with up to 100 km/kg. The recent teasers from Bajaj have confirmed that the bike will run on both CNG and petrol with a toggle to choose between them.Bajaj Freedom 125 Name LeakedNow, Bajaj’s official website has confirmed the name of its upcoming CNG motorcycle. It is Freedom 125, as seen in one of the drop-down menus on Bajaj’s official website. Freedom 125 is a befitting name for this motorcycle and is likely to catch on with the intended audience. It will likely invoke a feeling of liberation from high running costs of petrol motorcycles.Bajaj CNG Bike Launch TeaserThe Freedom 125 name suggested by the official website, also confirms the bike’s engine displacement. Which is 125cc in displacement. This displacement figure falls in line with the speculations and rumours and should have comparable performance with other 125cc rivals when driven with petrol fuel.Upcoming Bajaj CNG BikeSwitching to CNG, we can expect a dulled-down performance that should be comparable to 100cc or 110cc offerings. However, CNG fuel should unlock best-in-class fuel efficiency and even touch 100 km/kg figure that should position Bajaj Freedom 125 as the most frugal motorcycle in India, or probably even the world.New Bajaj CNG Motorcycle SpiedFeatures and equipmentAs confirmed by the spy shots, Bajaj will offer multiple variants of Freedom 125. This is to achieve competitive pricing with base variants and make top variants feature-rich to satisfy tech-savvy customers. In that regard, only the top-spec model will get attributes like knuckle guards, tyre hugger and front disc brakes.As standard, Bajaj Freedom 125 will get a long seat, round headlight, CNG cylinder under the seat, alloy wheels with tubeless tyres and an overall ADV-like styling with high ground clearance. Price-wise, we can expect Bajaj to price the world’s first CNG motorcycle at around Rs 90,000 and Rs 1 lakh (Ex-sh). Bajaj is known for aggressive pricing too. So, there may be surprises.New Bajaj CNG Bike Render More

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      Honda 2W Sales June 2024 at 5.18 lakh Units – YoY, MoM Growth

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      Honda ActivaHonda 2W Sales June 2024 Double digit growth – Strong sales in both domestic, export marketsHMSI has shown off a strong growth trajectory in June 2024 with double digit growth both across domestic sales and exports. Honda 2W Sales June 2024 (domestic + exports) grew by 60.08% YoY to 5,18,799 units last month which was a massive improvement over 3,24,093 units sold in June 2023. Volume increase was at 1,94,706 units.Honda 2W Sales June 2024Domestic sales have seen a 59.40% YoY improvement to 4,82,597 units in June 2024 from 3,02,756 units sold in June 2023. While volume gain stood at 1,79,841 units, these sales accounted for 93.02% of the company’s total sales. Gains were even more exceptional in terms of exports which improved by 69.67% YoY with 36,202 units being shipped globally. This was a volume growth of 14,865 units as against 21,337 units exported in June 2023.Honda 2W Sales June 2024Where MoM analytics are concerned, Hero MotoCorp experienced lower exports. Total growth was up by 5.35% from 4,92,447 units sold in May 2024 marking a 26,352 unit volume increase. Domestic sales remained positive with a 7.10% MoM improvement from 4,50,589 units sold in May 2024 while exports suffered a 13.51% decline as compared to 41,858 units shipped in May 2024 relating to a 5,656 dip in volumes.During June 2024, Honda opened its first sales and service outlet in Shillong, Meghalaya. Marking its 25th dealership in North East India and 174th dealership in the eastern region. The company also conducted several road safety awareness programs across several cities while in celebration for World Environment Day. A total of 1 lakh trees were planted.Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) – Strong growth trajectoryHonda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) moved mountains on the back of its strong growth trajectory in June 2024. The proof is in the pudding. An indication of strong consumer confidence and demand for their products. Significant increase in both domestic sales and exports suggests effective market positioning and product appeal across diverse customer segments.This growth highlights HMSI’s operational efficiency, and their ability to adapt to evolving market dynamics and consumer preferences. Initiatives such as expanding their dealership network reinforces their proactive approach to staying competitive in the dynamic Indian automotive market.Electric Honda Activa – e2Ws awaitedHonda is also set to introduce the electric version of India’s best-selling scooter Activa sometime later this year or in early 2025. Once launched, the Activa electric scooter will have to contend with the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak and Hero Rizta in its segment.HMSI also plans to expand its production capacity and introduce new assembly lines for the production of Activa Electric. Considering the popularity of the Activa ICE variant, it is expected to make ripples upon launch. More