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    Cheaper Bajaj Electric Rickshaw Spied In Jammu Ahead Of Launch

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    Cheaper Bajaj Electric Rickshaw Spied by Jayant KerniBajaj Auto is gearing up to introduce a new, more affordable electric rickshaw aimed at countering the wave of low-cost, unbranded, and imported electric three-wheelers currently dominating the market. After filing a design patent for this new EV in March 2025, the first camouflaged test mule has now been spied on public roads near Jammu, suggesting that launch preparations are gaining momentum.
    Bajaj’s Answer to Low-Cost E-Rickshaws
    Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Jayant Kerni for sharing the exclusive spy shots. The heavily camouflaged prototype closely resembles the patent images seen earlier, confirming Bajaj’s focus on a simple, spacious, and cost-effective design. The rickshaw carries a boxy silhouette, optimizing interior space for passengers — a smart move to appeal to operators looking to maximize trip revenues.
    Cheaper Bajaj Electric Rickshaw Spied
    Up front, the prototype sports basic circular headlights and a large windscreen, prioritizing visibility. On the inside, the flat seats and minimalistic cabin highlight Bajaj’s focus on practicality and ease of production, keeping costs in check. Despite the cost-cutting, it’s expected that Bajaj will maintain its high standards of build quality, battery reliability, and safety – key concerns with many of the cheaper, unbranded rivals.
    Bajaj Patents New Electric 3 Wheeler
    Focus on Affordability, Safety, and Reliability
    Unlike many Chinese-imported kits flooding the segment, Bajaj’s upcoming rickshaw will likely be equipped with a better-tested battery pack, promising longer range, faster charging, and an overall longer life cycle. It is expected to offer benefits like roadside assistance, warranties for both vehicle and battery, and easier access to service networks — advantages that many unbranded options cannot match.
    Cheaper Bajaj Electric Rickshaw Spied
    While specific technical details remain under wraps, the new affordable Bajaj electric rickshaw could borrow lessons from the recently launched Bajaj GOGO electric rickshaw, which boasts a best-in-class 251 km range. Similar strengths could make Bajaj’s upcoming product an attractive option for fleet operators and individual owners alike.
    Cheaper Bajaj Electric Rickshaw Spied
    Launch Timeline
    Bajaj’s entry in the lower-cost electric rickshaw segment will surely heat up competition and offer buyers a trusted alternative to the existing unorganized market. An official announcement regarding its launch could follow soon, given that road testing has already begun. Stay tuned for more updates as Bajaj’s budget electric three-wheeler inches closer to production!
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      Mahindra No 1 In Commercial EV Space For The 4th Consecutive Year

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      Mahindra Commercial EVsA subsidiary of Mahindra Auto, Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited (MLMML), has been a major player in India’s commercial EV sector. The company is a leader in commercial electric vehicles spanning over 3W category and more recently, 4W category as well, with the launch of Mahindra Zeo with BaaS pricing.
      The company is stoked to celebrate market dominance as MLMML emerged as India’s No.1 commercial electric vehicle manufacturer for the fourth consecutive year. Mahindra Last Mile Mobility was the leader in this segment in FY22, FY23, FY24 and now, FY25. Firmly grasping this segment in its hand while facing stiff competition from rival brands.
      Mahindra Commercial EVs
      In the commercial EV space, Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Limited operates a successful portfolio consisting of electric 3W (Treo, Treo Yaari, e-Alfa Plus, e-Alfa Cargo, Zor Grand and Treo Zor) along with the recently launched electric 4W (Zeo).?? Treo has been the bread and butter vehicle for MLMML.
      Mahindra Treo ZOR EVs
      Treo lineup has achieved quite a few spectacular feats. From celebrating 1,000 unit sales milestone of Treo in April 2021, Treo has now surpassed 1 lakh unit sales milestone as well. MLMML remains the only electric commercial vehicle manufacturer in India to sell over 2 lakh commercial EVs.
      For the fourth consecutive year, Mahindra has maintained leadership in commercial EV space. The company maintains 37.3% market share in L5 category and is among the major driving forces behind the success of this segment.
      Expanding the lineup
      Treo and Zor brands have a major hand in the 24.2% EV penetration in this segment in FY25. This is a substantial increase from 16.9% EV penetration in this segment in FY24, a year before. This further demonstrates just how popular Mahindra commercial EVs are in the Indian automotive market.
      Mahindra ZEO Launch
      Mahindra has strived to continually update their commercial EVs. In this sense, the company launched Treo with metal body, which was among the customer feedbacks and the company also expanded its portfolio to include its first ever electric 4W commercial EV, the Zeo. Wit Zeo, Mahindra even offered BaaS pricing structure to benefit prospective customers. More

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      Electric Force Traveller Spied Testing Undisguised Ahead Of Launch

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      Electric Force Traveller SpiedWe have gotten our hands on the first ever spy shots of electric Force Traveller. This test mule was spied testing near Pune city in Maharashtra by automotive enthusiast Anvay Sheolikar. These spy show an Electric Zero Emissions version of Force’s bread and butter, Traveller van, without any camouflage.
      Electric Force Traveller Spied Testing
      Force Motors has been the market leader where commercial vans are concerned. The company has become synonymous with van market in India and has even moved into premium segments with Urbania. The company is further expanding its portfolio with electric offerings under the Traveller umbrella.
      Electric Force Traveller Spied
      It is interesting to see Force moving ahead with electric vans under Traveller brand and not their new and flagship Urabania brand. This could be because of the massive brand recall that Traveller has which Urbania is yet to achieve. This is not just in India, but Force Traveller is rather popular globally in all the markets Force Motors operates.
      Force Motors had showcased this vehicle at Auto Expo 2020 and it looks almost unchanged. Only changes we can see is in its graphics on side body panels, which look less like a concept and more like a production vehicle. Considering that it looks similar to ICE Traveller, Force Motors has not bothered to camouflage it.
      Electric Force Traveller Spied
      We can see stuck glass on all sides, indicating that it is an air conditioned vehicle. Stuck glass also eliminates rattling of windows and reduces outside noises, which is a plus. We can see entrance is behind the front passenger seat. It protrudes slightly outward, similar to what was showcased at Auto Expo 2020.
      What to expect?
      At Auto Expo 2020, some specs of this vehicle were revealed which could hold true with this vehicle. Max range to be expected with this 160 km on a single charge and charging time can be around 5 hours. Which makes it an intra city commute vehicle. The door was not automated on the vehicle showcased at Auto Expo 2020, which may be changed with this model.
      Electric Force Traveller Spied
      On the inside, there was seating for 13+D with 6 of these seats being side facing along with space in the middle for 6 passengers to stand (13+6+D). There was also a screen on the inside which could be used to show the name of the stop and other paraphernalia. Multiple AC vents, speaker and provision for more speakers and an emergency exit are some of the notable features.
      Where specs are concerned, it is expected to get a dead axle at the front and a live one at the rear, all-four disc brakes, semi-elliptical leaf spring suspension at all four corners, mechanical handbrake, 215/75-R15 tubeless radial tyres and a peak power of 120 kW (161 bhp). Launch is likely soon. More

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      Bajaj GoGo Electric 3W Launch Price Rs 3.27 L – Large Size, 251 Km Range

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      Bajaj GoGo Electric 3W – P7012 VariantUnder a new umbrella called GoGo, Bajaj Auto is launching an all-new brand of electric auto. These electric 3W auto are marketed as the biggest E-Auto and promise longest range in its segment. With the new Bajaj GoGo umbrella, the company aims to offer a wide range of products in passenger and cargo segments.
      Bajaj GoGo Electric 3W Launch
      While there may be more vehicles to launch under Bajaj GoGo brand, the company has opened the account with three E-Auto. They’re called P5009, P5012 and P7012 where P stands for Passenger and 50 and 70 denotes the size. At the end, the 09 and 12 denotes battery size of 9 kWh and 12 kWh.
      Bajaj GoGo P5009, P5012 Variant Specs
      Where pricing is concerned, Bajaj has priced GoGo P5009 at Rs 3,26,797 (Ex-sh) and it also gets a 12 kWh battery option. The larger GoGo P7012 is priced at Rs 3,83,004 (Ex-sh). With the products like RE E-TEC 9.0, Maxima XL Cargo E-TEC 12.0 and Maxima XL Cargo ETEC 9.0, Bajaj has established a strong network with reliable and customer-friendly products.
      The company is catering to quick transit segment with Bajaj GoGo lineup offering comfort and space. The company is set to replace the current lineup of of E-Auto with best-in-class features, superior range and tempting fleet operators to make the switch to Bajaj GoGo.
      Bajaj GoGo P7012 Variant Specs
      Features & Specs
      The main highlights of Bajaj GoGo electric 3W range is that they get full metal body with aesthetic design, 5-year battery warranty, spacious seat, luggage space, telescopic suspension with twin-shock absorbers, first-in-segment anti-roll detection and auto hazard, LED lighting, hill hold assist and more.
      Where performance is concerned, the top-spec Bajaj GoGo P7012 gets a motor rated at 7.7 bhp of peak power and 36 Nm of peak torque. P7012 only gets the larger 12 kWh battery pack and offers up to 251 km of range. There are drive modes – Eco, Power, Climb and Park Assist. Ground clearance is 180 mm, top speed is 50 km/h and has gradeability of 27.8%.
      Bajaj GoGo – Black & Yellow
      Interestingly, Bajaj GoGo is offering a 2-speed automatic gearbox to regulate torque and extract maximum possible range. There’s a fully digital LCD instrument cluster and USB Type-A ports for charging along with TecPac provisions for telematics.
      Bajaj GoGo – Blue & White
      Statement from Bajaj Auto
      Speaking about the launch of GoGo, Mr. Samardeep Subandh, President, Intra City Business Unit, Bajaj Auto Ltd., said, “The launch of the all-electric Bajaj GOGO range of three wheelers will set new benchmarks for this segment. With a certified range of up to 251 Kms, segment first features and the trusted Bajaj reliability and service Bajaj GOGO will provide a comprehensive solution to customers looking to maximise earnings and minimise hassle of downtime and maintenance.
      Bajaj GoGo – Ocean Blue
      Backed by 75+ years of trust and tailored technology for three wheelers, the Bajaj GOGO is the ultimate choice for owners and commuters alike! The next time you need a ride, hail a Baja GOGO!” More

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      New TVS King EV MAX Rickshaw With Bluetooth – Launch Price Rs 2.95 L

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      New TVS King EV Max with BluetoothTVS has launched the King EV MAX, its latest connected electric passenger three-wheeler. Equipped with best-in-class features like TVS SmartXonnect Bluetooth connectivity, the King EV MAX seamlessly blends technology, comfort, and eco-friendliness.
      Unmatched Features and Performance
      TVS King EV MAX is powered by a high-performance 51.2V lithium-ion LFP battery, offering a range of 179 km on a single charge. It supports fast charging, achieving 0–80% charge in just 2 hours and 15 minutes, while a full charge takes 3.5 hours. The vehicle’s top speed is capped at 60 km/h, with different speed modes for enhanced performance: Eco (40 km/h), City (50 km/h), and Power (60 km/h).
      New TVS King EV Max with Bluetooth
      Designed with passenger comfort in mind, the King EV MAX boasts a spacious cabin and ergonomic seating, ensuring an enjoyable urban commute. It also supports a water-wading depth of 500 mm and offers a gradability of 31%, making it a versatile choice for varying terrains.
      Smart and Connected
      The vehicle is equipped with TVS SmartXonnect, providing real-time navigation, vehicle alerts, and diagnostics through smartphone integration. Riders benefit from first-in-class features like LED headlamps and tail lamps, and advanced fleet management solutions, making it a practical and connected choice for city mobility.
      New TVS King EV Max with Bluetooth
      Priced at Rs. 2,95,000 (ex-showroom), the TVS King EV MAX is available at select dealerships in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jammu & Kashmir, Delhi, and West Bengal. The vehicle comes with an industry-leading warranty of 6 years or 1.5 lakh km (whichever is earlier), along with 24/7 roadside assistance for the first three years.
      New TVS King EV Max with Bluetooth
      Mr. Rajat Gupta, Business Head, Commercial Mobility, TVS Motor Company, said, “The launch of TVS King EV MAX is a significant step forward in our commitment to providing sustainable solutions for last-mile connectivity. As urban areas continue to grow, the demand for clean mobility options has never been more critical. The TVS King EV MAX combines advanced electric propulsion with superior comfort and connectivity. The distinctive blend of long-range, impressive acceleration and quick charging time guarantees high uptime, enabling more trips and increased earning potential for customers, including fleet operators. The vehicle is being launched in UP, Bihar, J&K, Delhi and West Bengal, right away. It will be available across the country in the coming months.” More

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      Hyundai e3W And e4W Micro Mobility Concepts Unveiled – In Collaboration With TVS

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      Hyundai e3W and e4W Micro Mobility Concepts Showcased at Auto Expo 2025Expanding its portfolio and area-of-expertise, Hyundai Motor Company has been actively pursuing segments and genres beyond cars. The company just showcased its Micro Mobility concepts at Auto Expo 2025, which can launch in collaboration with renowned 2W and 3W vehicle manufacturer, TVS Motor.
      Hyundai e3W and e4W Micro Mobility Concepts In Collaboration With TVS Motor
      Hyundai e3W And e4W
      After launching the Creta Electric SUV yesterday, Hyundai showcased its Micro Mobility concepts at Auto Expo 2025. These are designed by Hyundai for intra-city mobility and last-mile mobility solutions, to be operational in the commercial sector. These vehicles are formulated under the company’s vision ‘Progress for Humanity’.
      Hyundai e3W Concept – Proposed
      Hyundai and TVS are exploring a possible collaboration to manufacture these 3W and 4W vehicles. As of now, no binding agreements have been signed between both companies. The companies are still exploring possibilities where Hyundai handles the design and development, while TVS manages manufacturing and marketing.
      Hyundai e4W Concept – Under Review
      Among the Hyundai e3W and e4W Micro Mobility concepts, only e3W is proposed to be produced by this potential collaboration, while e4W is still under consideration. At Auto Expo 2025, Hyundai showcased concept vehicles of both ideas. e3W Micro Mobility Concept is designed to navigate narrow city streets.
      Hyundai e3W Concept
      Innovative Features
      It has adjustable height so that it can be lifted to navigate waterlogged streets. There’s an angled windshield, flat floor, extended wheelbase, increased legroom, large tyres for comfort and more. Hyundai is going for an ‘Aakaashi Blue’ colour with the Micro Mobility concepts. The company is also considering heat-reducing gloss black paint for roofs and water-resistant material for interiors.
      Hyundai e4W Concept
      There’s a slim instrument cluster, adaptable storage solutions, a smartphone holder, a small fan along with an umbrella as part of this showcase in concept form. While e3W Concept gets a conventional handlebar, e4W Concept gets a steering wheel. Applications for e3W and e4W Concepts include people mover, cargo and even ‘emergency response’.
      Hyundai Micro Mobility Concept
      Statement from the brands
      “Hyundai Motor is a customer-centric brand, and caring for people in India is our first mission. This commitment has driven us to explore designing micro-mobility solutions tailored to India’s unique environment, reimagining the iconic three-wheeler to enhance mobility experiences through thoughtful design,” said SangYup Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai and Genesis Global Design.
      Hyundai Micro Mobility Concept
      “Collaborating with TVS Motor, we aim to locally produce the three-wheeler while exploring global opportunities for the four-wheeler, blending intuitive functionality with the spirit of a rapidly innovating India.”
      Hyundai Micro Mobility Concept
      “TVS is proud to explore a partnership with Hyundai Motor to shape the future of urban mobility,” said Sharad Mishra, President, Group Strategy, TVS Motor Company. “By combining Hyundai Motor’s global expertise with our deep understanding of mobility solutions, we aim to develop next-generation micro-mobility solutions that redefine last-mile connectivity.
      Hyundai Micro Mobility Concept
      This potential collaboration reflects our commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a shared vision, we are confident that this partnership under discussion will deliver impactful solutions that set new standards in design, engineering, technology, and quality.” More

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      New Electric Pickup Truck Spied Testing – Rivals Tata Ace EV, Mahindra Zeo EV

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      New Electric Pickup Truck SpiedThe long and flat load bay without wheel well intrusions might be the main strength of this new electric pickup truck from Montra
      The electric SCV (Small Commercial Vehicle) segment currently has fewer offerings. Notable among them are Tata Motors’ Ace EV and Mahindra’s just-launched ZEO EV with BaaS (Battery as a Service) program. There seems to be a new entrant into this segment, as suggested by the recent spy shots of an electric SCV, there seems to be a new player.
      Said spy shots look like they’re from Chennai, Tamil Nadu. From the looks of it, this particular test mule seems to be from Montra Electric by Murugappa Group, a subsidiary of TII (Tube Investments of India). This particular test mule from Montra Electric looks close to production as well. Let’s take a look.
      New Electric Pickup Truck
      New Electric Pickup Truck Spied
      India as an automotive market, is quite young. Electric vehicle penetration is still in the infant stages and most of the effort is reflected in electric 2W PV and CV segments. While electric 3W rickshaws and cargo trucks have caught on, there are fewer electric 4W PVs on sale in India. OEMs are taking notice of this.
      Montra Electric has commenced testing of their maiden electric SCV and it has quite a few likeable qualities about it. For starters, the design is boxy, which lends strong road presence. At the same time, it allows for better space optimisation for the cabin. Speaking of the cabin, we could not get a sneak peek through these spy shots.
      Montra Electric SCV
      Just like the exteriors, Montra has covered interiors with camouflage too. Notable elements on the outside include dual windshield wipers, manually adjustable IRVMs, low-set headlights, steel wheels, and a pronounced cavity near the bumper that acts as a step for the ingress and egress of occupants.
      What to expect?
      Behind this cabin, we have a rather long load bay. Considering the comercial applications, this is a flat load bay without any wheel well intrusions. Large load bay is likely to be the main strength of this un-named electric pickup truck from Montra. We can also see a sliding window in this cabin’s rear.
      Montra Electric SCV
      Montra Electric is among the electric mobility providers in India looking at the coveted eSCVs. The company already has an established electric 3W portfolio in the form of Super Auto. This electric auto rickshaw has an attractive design and spacious cabin. It boasts a ‘Super Range’ of up to 203 km (claimed).
      There’s a good probability that Montra’s upcoming electric SCV might share most of its powertrains and features from Super Auto. Features like fully digital instrument cluster and Super Drive Modes might make their way on this new electric pickup truck too. Launch could be in 2025.
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      Ola New Electric Scooter Teased With Removable Battery – Launch Soon

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      Ola New Electric Scooter TeasedTop speed on this particular model might be low, as Ola’s electric 2W CV with removable battery is aimed at last-mile mobility sector
      India’s electric 2W market has been tilted towards eScooters that offer flexibility of being unisex in their approach. However, last-mile mobility sector is also a major market for electric 2W manufacturers. Looking at an opportunity, India’s leading electric 2W vehicle manufacturer, Ola Electric, is coming up with their maiden CV.
      Ola New Electric Scooter
      Earlier this year, patents of Ola’s swappable battery module design patent leaked on the interet, suggesting the company is investing into swappable battery tech. Later on, design patents of Ola’s maiden commercial 2W EV leaked too, showing where that swappable battery could debut. Now, Ola has officially teased their maiden CV and is set to launch soon.
      After conquering the 2W electric PV segment, Ola Electric is making massive advances into 2W electric CVs as well. After a couple of leaked patent designs, the company has teased their first-ever commercial vehicle. From what we can see in these teasers, Ola is aiming at last-mile mobility segment.
      The teasers resonate with what we saw with leaked design patents of this upcoming scooter. Overall appearance is that of a slightly premium commercial vehicle, especially when compared to what is already available in this segment. Design is fairly minimal and gets a utilitarian approach.
      Ola New Electric Scooter Teased
      We can see what looks like a sturdy frame finished in a Red shade. There are protective side guards protruding from this frame. There appears to be a flat floorboard, allowing users to carry payload here. Rider footpegs are simple units seen on either sides. Pillion footpegs seem to be absent as this scooter looks like a single-seater.
      Where a pillion seat should have been, there is a luggage area, used to increase payload carrying capacity. This scooter has minimal bodywork too, to keep costs down. Features like digital instrument cluster, LED headlights are expected.
      Swappable Battery!
      The main takeaway from these teasers is that Ola Electric has confirmed that this upcoming electric 2W CV will have their maiden swappable battery pack. Or, removable battery, if you may. This could allow Ola to offer battery as a rental service (BaaS), thus getting the price point low and competitive. The exact specifications of this battery pack is not yet known.
      Ola New Electric Scooter Teased
      From the looks of it, this upcoming Ola new electric scooter has provision for one swappable battery pack and some storage beside it. There may be a dual-battery variant in the future. There is a hub motor in rear wheel for propulsion and twin shock absorbers for load carrying capacity. Slowly, Ola could implement removable battery tech in their PVs too. More

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      Hero Surge S32 Convertible Electric Scooter / Rickshaw – Production Sketch Leaks

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      Hero Surge S32 Convertible Electric Scooter / RickshawWith versatility being the mantra, Hero Surge S32 aims to be the perfect self-employed individual’s vehicle across multiple genres
      With a mission to revolutionise Indian last mile mobility segment, Hero MotoCorp owned Surge EV electric mobility subsidiary is set to launch S32 2W-cum-3W vehicle in India soon. Design for the same has been officially patented and we can expect a formal launch sometime in the calendar year 2025. Let’s take a look.
      Surge S32 Electric
      Very few OEMs dare to redefine a segment with groundbreaking innovations. For Surge EV electric mobility startup, their maiden S32 electric 2W/3W convertible vehicle is a defining offering. This is what will define their vehicles in the future, setting a new standard in innovation and problem-solving.
      Hero Surge S32 Convertible Electric Scooter / Rickshaw
      Bankrolled by automotive juggernaut like Hero MotoCorp, Surge S32 seems to be ready to hit production sometime in calendar year 2025. Design patents for the same have been filed in India, showing that the production model could look vastly similar to what Surge EV showed as a concept earlier this year.
      In essence, Surge S32 is a hybrid vehicle that consists of an electric scooter which acts as the front wheel for a non self propelled rear module. This non self-propelled rear module has a battery pack of its own and even an electric motor. This is so that both the scooter and this non self-propelled rear module have independent powertrains.
      Hero Surge S32
      This rear module will be offered with multiple variants – 3W auto rickshaw (S32 PV), a 3W cargo vehicle (S32 LD), a 3W covered cargo vehicle (S32 HD) and a flat-bed 3W cargo vehicle (S32 FB). This unlocks versatility in the commercial 3W segment, giving Surge EV an edge, right from their maiden vehicle.
      Surge S32 combines an electric scooter and an electric 3W commercial vehicle in one package. Because something like this has never been attempted before, Surge has worked with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and has created a new vehicle category called L2-5. This new category represents a 2W-3W combi module vehicle, combining an L2 scooter with a non self-propelled rear module.
      Surge S32 different body styles
      How easy is the transition?
      Standalone, Surge S32 electric scooter part looks like a family scooter with youthful design and has shock absorbers at both wheels to bear weight of the non self-propelled rear module. It has a disc brake at the front, which is unique for a 3W CV. Rear module rests on the scooter and the operator is sitting on the scooter’s seat.
      Scooter’s instrumentation is used in 3W mode too, for speedo and other vital readings. The rickshaw body is made entirely out of metal. It is positioned on an AMSEP skateboard consisting of a rugged ladder-frame chassis. Surge S32 promises that the transformation from 2W to 3W or vice-versa can happen with minimal to no effort under 3 minutes on any road conditions.
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