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      New BYD e7 Sedan Teased Ahead Of Launch – 136 PS, 520 KM Range

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      New BYD e7 SedanImages posted by BYD suggest that the new e7 sedan could be a cheaper version of the Seal sedan with a trimmed-down equipment list
      BYD’s focus on introducing new models at regular intervals has helped the carmaker to dominate the global EV market. One of the upcoming models is the e7 mid-size sedan. BYD has released some images of the e7, showcasing its exterior design language. Looking at this vehicle, we wish it was a part of BYD’s Indian lineup as well. Let’s take a look.
      New BYD e7 Sedan – Key features
      While packing a visually similar Ocean design language as Seal sedan, the new BYD e7 has certain features that are usually seen with cars focused on affordability. For example, BYD e7 has traditional door handles instead of the flush door handles available with Seal sedan. Availability of the optional steel wheels also indicate a low-cost approach. In comparison, the BYD Seal sedan is offered with sporty 19-inch dual-tone alloy wheels.
      BYD e7 Revealed By Chinese MIIT
      There are various other optional features available with the BYD e7 sedan. For example, users can choose the variant without a sunroof or the one with a single-pane sunroof. Some other features are also optional such as rear camera and IRVM. These options further support the possibility that the e7 sedan could be a low-cost alternative to the Seal sedan.
      BYD e7 dimensions
      BYD’s regulatory filing for the e7 sedan with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has revealed some of the specifications. Dimensionally, the e7 sedan is 4,780 mm long, 1,900 mm wide and 1,515 mm tall. The sedan has a wheelbase of 2,820 mm. Quite comparable to the dimensions of the Seal sedan that is 4,800 mm long, 1,875 mm wide, 1,460 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,920 mm.
      BYD e7 Revealed By Chinese MIIT
      While BYD e7’s front fascia is quite similar to that of Seal sedan, the former seems to be missing out on the sporty lighting elements. Changes can also be seen across the bumper section and side body panelling. These toned-down features further indicate the possibility of e7 being positioned as an affordable sedan.
      Performance, range, battery
      BYD e7 sedan will be available in two variants. One with a 48-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack and the other with a 57.6 kWh unit. Range, as per CLTC standards, will be 450 km and 520 km, respectively.
      BYD e7 Teased
      As per information listed on MIIT, the variant with the smaller battery pack variant will weigh 1499 kg. In comparison, the larger battery pack variant will weigh 1566 kg. Both variants will be powered by a single front-mounted electric motor that generates 100 kW or 136 PS. This should be adequate to achieve a top speed of 150 km/h.
      These modest specifications of e7, relative to Seal sedan, also point to an affordable electric car. Reports indicate that the BYD e7 could be primarily targeted at taxi operators or used as a ride-hailing car. The strategy could be similar to the e2 hatchback and its sedan version, the e3. Both of these have been discontinued in China. Will it launch in India to complement the eMAX 7 electric MPV? Only time will tell.
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      Royal Enfield Sales March 2025 – Crossed 1 Million Annual Sales Milestone

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      New Royal Enfield Classic 350The leading classic and retro motorcycle manufacturer, Royal Enfield, is currently enjoying a major fan following. The company’s sales are going everywhere, but down. We can see the same trend in Royal Enfield’s sales charts for the month of March 2025. The charts fell into the Green all the way along.
      Royal Enfield Sales March 2025
      India’s de facto classic motorcycle brand, Royal Enfield operates in multiple markets globally across multiple displacement classes. Primarily, Royal Enfield has a robust 350cc portfolio (Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350 and Meteor 350), 650cc portfolio (Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650, Interceptor Bear 650, Super Meteor 650, Shotgun 650 and Classic 650).
      Along with that, the company also has a 450cc portfolio (Himalayan 450 and Guerrilla 450) and lastly, there is a sole motorcycle based on 440cc engine which is Scram 440. The latest addition to the company’s portfolio is Classic 650, which was launched for a starting price of Rs 3.37 lakh (Ex-sh).
      Royal Enfield’s 350cc portfolio accounted for 86.43% of company’s total sales as they sold 87,312 units last month. When compared to the 66,363 units sold last year, the 350cc bikes registered 31.57% YoY growth, gaining 20,949 units in volume and 12.26% MoM growth gaining 9,537 units in volume.
      Royal Enfield Sales March 2025
      The company’s bikes bigger than 350cc accounted for 13.57% of company’s total sales. Sales stood at 13,709 units and there was a massive 49.21% YoY growth over 9,188 units from last year and 6.31% MoM growth over 12,895 units sold a month before. Volume growth stood at 4,521 units YoY and 814 units MoM.
      Green all the way!
      Royal Enfield’s domestic sales stood at 88,050 units which was 87.16% of company’s total sales. This yielded a 33.32% YoY growth with 22,006 units of volume gain and an 8.97% MoM growth with 7,251 units gained in volume. Where exports are concerned, Royal Enfield shipped 12,971 units which yielded a 36.44% YoY and 31.41% MoM growth.
      Volume growth in exports stood at 3,464 units YoY and 3,100 units MoM. In total, Royal Enfield sold 1,01,021 units which is a major growth of 33.71% YoY as opposed to 75,551 units sold in March 2024 with 25,470 units volume growth and 11.42% MoM growth as opposed to 90,670 units sold in February 2025 with 10,351 units volume gain.
      YTD, Royal Enfield sold a total of 10,09,900 units which is a historic milestone for the company crossing 1 million annual sales for the first time. This was a 10.65% YoY growth with 97,168 units volume growth. Breaking down the numbers, 9,02,757 units came from domestic sales in FY25 and 1,07,143 units from exports. 8,68,667 units (86.02%) were 350cc bikes and 1,41,233 units (13.98%) came from motorcycles above 350cc class. More

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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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      New Kia Carens EV Spied While Getting Charged

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      New Kia Carens EV Spied
      Kia is on the verge of launching its maiden mass-market electric offering. This vehicle has been spied testing multiple times and is speculated to be packing the same powertrain as Hyundai Creta Electric. The recent test mules of this upcoming Kia EV have been spied charging from its front charging port while donning registration plates from Tamil Nadu State. Let’s take a closer look.
      New Kia Carens EV Spied
      One of India’s leading car manufacturers, Kia, has been expanding its portfolio to incorporate more premium vehicles. The company is launching a new premium MPV positioned above Carens, which will also spawn an electric version. The recent test mule is the electric version and was spied at a charging station while being fully covered.
      New Kia Carens EV Front Charging Port
      Based out of Anantapur in Andhra Pradesh, most of the test mules of Kia vehicles usually bear temporary (Red) AP registration plates. However, the latest test mules of Kia Carens EV spied, donned Tamil Nadu registration plates. Because this vehicle was covered, it creates a slight confusion of being a Hyundai vehicle.
      Kia Carens EV Front Charging Port
      However, that is not the case as the wheels on this particular vehicle are unmistakably Kia Carens EV. Another confusion leaning towards a Hyundai test mule probability is the front charging port, which is also seen on Hyundai Creta Electric. That said, previous test mules of Kia Carens EV have established that it is donning a front charging port as well.
      Upcoming Electric Cars In 2025 – Kia Carens EV and Hyundai Creta EV
      The reason why Carens EV test mule has a front charging port is because it is speculated to be packing the same powertrain as Creta Electric. In the past, both Creta Electric and Carens EV have been spied testing together as well. That could explain the Tamil Nadu registration plates on this particular vehicle.
      What to expect?
      If this turns out to be true, Kia Carens EV might offer the same 42 kWh pack good for a claimed 390 km on a single charge and the larger 51.4 kWh pack good for a claimed 473 km on a single charge. Peak power might be the same at 170 bhp and 255 Nm from a single motor driving the front wheels.
      New Kia Carens EV
      New Kia Carens EV will carry forward Carens’ overall silhouette while bringing EV5’s front and rear design language along with Kia’s signature geometric alloy wheel design. It is less likely to carry forward the Carens name, though. Syros-inspired interiors with the 30-inch Trinity Display are a possibility with Level-2 ADAS, Kia Connect 2.0 and other features.
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      Honda E-VO Electric Motorcycle Type-Approved (WH8000D) – Launch Soon?

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      Honda E-VO Electric BikeIt is expected that Honda E-VO will be using the Mobile Power Pack e:, the brand’s swappable battery system
      Honda is working on multiple new electric two-wheelers, one of which is the WH8000D electric motorcycle. As type-approval has been received, launch is expected soon. In the past, there have been many concepts from legacy bike makers, but only few have seen the light of day. Let’s take a look at some of the key details of Honda WH8000D electric motorcycle, which looks rather promising.
      Honda WH8000D / E-VO – What to expect?
      Upcoming Honda E-VO utilizes a neo-retro cafe racer design in a futuristic format. Some of the key highlights include a round headlamp, old-school headlamp cowl, circular bar-end mirrors, pulled-back handlebar and a single-piece tan seat. The bike has sleek and aerodynamic side panels that ensure a futuristic look and feel. The panels create a sizable enclosure that houses the battery pack and the electric drivetrain.
      Graphics are almost non-existent, ensuring a minimalistic profile for the electric motorcycle. Visually, there is only a dual-tone colour theme with a few yellow stripes. The badging elements include ‘E-VO’ and ‘Honda’. However, the tasteful blend of retro and futuristic design elements has ensured a distinctive profile for Honda E-VO. When launched, the bike is expected to offer more striking colour options.
      Honda E-VO – Performance, specs
      Equipped with an 8 kW (11 HP) electric motor, the Honda E-VO is positioned as a fun city commuter motorcycle. The 8 kW is the continuous power, which means the peak power will be higher. In terms of performance, the Honda E-VO will be comparable to a 150cc petrol powered motorcycle. Combined with its sleek, aerodynamic profile, Honda E-VO can effortlessly zip through city streets. It can also be fun to ride across highways.
      Honda E-VO Electric Bike
      Dimensions appear compact and could be similar to the size of a Grom or CFMoto Papio. This could make the bike a popular choice among commuters and casual riders. Honda E-VO will be available in two variants. The base variant will weigh 143 kg and have a top speed of 110 km/h. The top variant weighs 157 kg and has a top speed of 120 km/h.
      Swappable batteries
      While battery details have not been revealed, it is likely that Honda E-VO will be using Honda’s swappable Mobile Power Pack e:. Honda has been developing its battery swapping infrastructure in multiple markets including India, Japan, Thailand and Indonesia. From a business perspective and to ensure a hassle-free experience for consumers, it is likely that E-VO will be using the same battery swapping infrastructure.
      It remains to be seen when Honda launches the E-VO electric motorcycle. The distinctive full-faired cafe racer design can appeal to folks who are looking for something truly unique. With competitive pricing and backed by the convenience of battery swapping tech, Honda E-VO has potential to emerge a bestseller.
      Honda E-VO Electric Bike
      As of now, Honda continues to derive much of its revenue from petrol-powered two-wheelers. However, the company is gradually increasing its focus on the EV segment. Some EV products are already on sale across global markets such as Honda EM1 e, CUV e and ICON e. In India, Honda has launched the Activa e: and Honda QC1. More

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      Suzuki 2W Sales March 2025 – Registering Steady YoY and MoM Growth

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      Image – Sinha SuzukiOne of the leading scooter manufacturers in India, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL), revealed the sales performance for the month of March 2025. The company has closed the sales account for the month March 2025 with an overall positive growth across multiple aspects. It was only the total exports YTD that saw a minor drop in sales YoY.
      Suzuki 2W Sales March 2025
      The month of March 2025 proved to be quite eventful for SMIPL as the company registered its highest ever annual sales between FY 2024-2025 at 12,56,161 units sold. This was a 10.78% YoY growth as opposed to 11,33,902 units from a year before, gaining 1,22,259 units in volume YoY. Currently Suzuki operates a portfolio consisting Access 125, Avenis 125 and Burgman Street 125 scooters along with Gixxer, Gixxer SF and V-Strom SX motorcycles in the mainstream segment.
      Where monthly sales are concerned, Suzuki sold a grand total of 1,25,930 units in March 2025. When compared to 1,03,669 units from March 2024, it was a 21.47% YoY growth, gaining 22,261 units in volume. Breaking the numbers further, we have 1,05,736 units sold in the domestic market and 20,194 units shipped to global markets.
      Suzuki’s domestic business accounted for 83.96% of total monthly sales while exports accounted for 16.04%. Domestic sales registered 22.71% YoY growth over 86,196 units sold last year with 19,572 units volume gain. At the same time, exports saw 15.36% YoY growth over 17,505 units shipped last year gaining 2,689 units in volume.
      Suzuki 2W Sales March 2025
      The scale of growth in sales is much more profound in MoM analysis when we bring numbers from February 2025. SMIPL registered a healthy 43.95% MoM growth in domestic market and 20.55% MoM growth in exports. Volume gained MoM was 32,281 units in domestic market and 3,443 units in exports. In total, there was a 39.6% MoM growth over 90,206 units sold in February 2025 with 35,724 units gained in volume.
      YTD, Suzuki 2W sold a total of 12,56,161 units in FY25, which was a 10.78% YoY growth over 11,33,902 units from FY24, gaining 1,22,259 units in volume. Breaking down the numbers, 10,45,662 units from domestic market with 13.53% YoY growth and 2,10,499 units in exports with a 1.12% YoY decline in sales.
      Statement from SMIPL
      Expressing his views on SMIPL’s sales performance, Mr. Mitsumoto Watabe – Operation Manager, Sales & After Sales, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. said, “We are sincerely grateful to our customers, dealer partners, and team members for helping us achieve our highest-ever annual sales of 12.56 lakh units in FY2024-25.
      Our sales have doubled in just 4 four years, reflecting the continued trust our customers have placed in us by choosing Suzuki products, opting for authorised service workshops, and using genuine parts. This growth was further driven by the launch of the new Suzuki Access, where our dealers and team focused on delivering a complete product experience through test rides. Additionally, initiatives like Suzuki Matsuri and regional events like mileage contests, helped us connect more closely with our customers.
      As we step into the new financial year, we are geared up for the launch of our first electric scooter – the Suzuki e-ACCESS. Backed by Suzuki e-Technology, the e-ACCESS will offer LFP-long battery life, durability, reliability, smooth acceleration and easy handling – all of which customers expect from a Suzuki. We look forward to continuing this journey with the same customer-first approach.” More

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      TVS Motor March 2025 Sales Up Nearly 17% – Highest Ever Sales in FY 2024-25

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      TVS Apache 200TVS Motor Company reported strong sales performance in March 2025, registering a 16.95% year-on-year growth across its domestic and export business for two-wheelers and three-wheelers combined. The company sold a total of 4,14,687 units in March 2025 as compared to 3,54,592 units in the same month last year, gaining momentum across segments.
      Two-Wheelers Lead the Charge
      Two-wheelers remained the primary growth driver for TVS, with total two-wheeler sales (domestic + export) reaching 4,00,120 units, a 16.16% increase over 3,44,446 units sold in March 2024.
      TVS Motor March 2025 – YoY Comparison
      – Motorcycle sales rose to 1,96,734 units (led by Apache, Raider), up from 1,71,611 units, registering a 14.64% YoY growth.
      – Scooter sales saw a strong surge of 26.49% (led by Jupiter, Ntorq), with 1,66,297 units sold compared to 1,31,472 units in March 2024.
      – iQube Electric scooter sales nearly doubled, growing by 76.62%, reaching 26,935 units, up from 15,250 units last year.
      – XL100 Moped sales, however, saw a dip of 10.33%, totalling 37,089 units in March 2025 versus 41,363 units in March 2024.
      Domestic two-wheeler sales stood at 2,97,622 units, growing by 14.24% YoY. Exports also showed strong momentum with 1,02,498 units shipped, a 22.15% increase over last year.
      Three-Wheeler Segment Delivers Strong Growth
      TVS also posted solid gains in the three-wheeler category. Total three-wheeler sales grew by 43.57%, reaching 14,567 units in March 2025.
      TVS Motor March 2025 – MoM Comparison
      – Domestic three-wheeler sales came in at 3,601 units, growing by 72.46% over 2,088 units last year.
      – Three-wheeler exports stood at 10,966 units, a 36.09% jump from 8,058 units in March 2024.
      Overall Domestic and Export Growth
      – Total domestic sales (2W + 3W) reached 3,01,223 units, reflecting a 14.70% increase over 2,62,620 units in March 2024.
      – Total exports (2W + 3W) touched 1,13,464 units, a healthy 23.37% growth over 91,972 units last year.
      Jan-Mar 2025 Quarter Performance
      TVS Motor Company reported a strong finish to FY 2024-25, with notable gains in the fourth quarter. Two-wheeler sales rose by 14% year-on-year, climbing from 10.32 lakh units in Q4 FY 2023-24 to 11.80 lakh units in Q4 FY 2024-25. The three-wheeler segment also saw a healthy 21% growth, with sales increasing from 30,000 units to 37,000 units during the same period. Export performance was equally impressive, registering a 31% growth with sales rising from 2.60 lakh units to 3.40 lakh units in Q4.
      Sales Performance FY 2024-25
      For the full financial year 2024-25, TVS Motor achieved a 13% growth in total sales, increasing from 41.91 lakh units in FY 2023-24 to 47.44 lakh units. Two-wheeler sales contributed significantly to this performance, growing 12% to reach 43.30 lakh units. While three-wheeler sales declined slightly from 1.46 lakh units to 1.35 lakh units, the company’s export business surged ahead with an 18% increase—rising from 10.13 lakh units to 11.95 lakh units—underscoring TVS Motor’s strengthening presence in international markets. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar Celebrates 2 Crore Sales Milestone – Announces Special Prices

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      New Bajaj Pulsar 400Bajaj Auto Ltd., India’s leading two-wheeler manufacturer and the world’s most valuable two and three-wheeler company, has achieved a historic milestone – crossing the 2 crore unit sales mark for its iconic Pulsar brand. To celebrate this global feat, Bajaj has announced limited-time special celebration prices across select Pulsar models, offering savings of up to Rs 7,300.
      Launched in 2001, the Bajaj Pulsar has grown to become the undisputed leader in the sports motorcycle segment in India and has created a global fanbase in over 50 countries. From Latin America to Southeast Asia and the Middle East, Pulsar has become synonymous with affordable performance, sporty design, and reliable engineering. The brand’s “Definitely Daring” philosophy has resonated with riders for over two decades, making Pulsar more than just a motorcycle—it’s a symbol of freedom and thrill.
      Special Celebration Prices – April 2025
      To mark this occasion, Bajaj Auto has rolled out special pricing on select Pulsar models. Here’s a look at the offers:
      Bajaj Pulsar 2 Crore Milestone Celebration Prices
      Two Crore Strong and Growing
      It took Bajaj 17 years (2001–2018) to sell the first 1 crore Pulsars, but the second crore was achieved in just 6 years (2019–2025), underlining the brand’s rising popularity and rapid global expansion. Pulsar currently holds the No. 1 or No. 2 position in over 20 international markets, with a strong foothold in India and abroad.
      Sarang Kanade, President of Bajaj Auto’s Motorcycle Business Unit, shared his excitement, “Pulsar has always been more than a motorcycle—it’s a powerhouse of energy, performance, and a ‘Definitely Daring’ attitude. Reaching the 2-crore milestone in more than 50 countries is a badge of honor of the unflinching love and trust of Pulsarmaniacs everywhere. This celebration isn’t ours alone—it’s for each one of the riders who have made Pulsar a global phenomenon.”
      He added, “To mark this amazing achievement and thank our valued customers for their loyalty, we are happy to introduce special celebration prices on select Pulsar models in April. It’s the perfect excuse to experience the power, style, and thrill that Pulsar offers – a ride that is ‘Definitely Daring’.” More