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      Top 10 Motorcycles 500cc+ Jan 2022 – RE 650 Twins, Tiger, Trident, Ninja, Hayabusa

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      Royal Enfield Modified Cruiser – Eimor Customs.Royal Enfield 650 Twins are the highest-selling models in this 500cc+ category since they are the most affordable and locally manufactured modelsPremium motorcycles with engine displacements above 500cc have found a market in India. Although this market isn’t as huge as the ones in Europe and North America, it has seen sizable growth in the last few years with more premium motorcycle brands coming to India with their new products.A total of 1,570 units of motorcycles with engine capacity beyond 500cc were sold across the country last month. This was 78 units lesser than the volume recorded in January last year which has resulted in a YoY decline of 4.73 percent.Top 10 Motorcycles 500cc+ Jan 2022 – RE 650 Twins lead segmentThe sales chart was headed by the 650 Twins from Royal Enfield– Interceptor and Continental GT which cumulatively accumulated a volume of 1,238 units in January this year. During the same period last year, the company was able to dispatch 1,392 units of 650 Twins which resulted in a YoY decline of 11.06 percent. The 650 Twins currently command a market share of almost 79 percent.The second spot was taken by Kawasaki Z900 with 57 units sold last month. The naked streetfighter dispatched 50 units a year back which translated to YoY growth of 14 percent.Motorcycle Sales 500cc + Segment Jan 2022Triumph broke into the liest with Trident 660 which recorded a monthly volume of 25 units in January. The naked roadster recently witnessed a price hike of Rs 50,000. Trident was followed by another Triumph in the form of Tiger 900 with 22 units sold last month.Honda was able to dispatch 20 units of the fully-faired CBR 650F in January this year. It was immediately followed up by its nearest rival- Kawasaki Ninja 650. The Japanese brand was able to dispatch 18 units of the middle-weight Ninja as opposed to 39 units sold in January last year. Suzuki sold the exact same number of Hayabusa last month.Harley Davidson remains stagnantTriumph sold 14 units of Street Triple last month against 7 units in January 2021. This translated to YoY growth of 100 percent. Harley Davidson continues to retail bikes in India even after quitting independent operations in the country. The iconic American brand was able to sell 14 units of Sportster S. The same volume was also recorded by Kawasaki Ninja 1000 which witnessed a decline of 33.33 units.No500cc+ Motorcycles SalesJan-22Jan-21Growth % YoY1650 Twin1,2381,392-11.062Z900575014.003Trident250–4Tiger 9002226-15.385CBR 650F200–6Ninja6501839-53.857Hayabusa180–8Street Triple147100.009Sportster S140–10Ninja10001421-33.3311Ninja ZX-10R130–12Rocket III1320-35.0013Versys 6501118-38.8914883 Iron110–151200 X-Forty Eight100–16Fat Bob80–17Street Twin70–18Speed Twin70–19Boneville T12060–20Vulcan S59-44.4421DL650XA50–22Fat Boy 11450–23Z650413-69.2324Street Scrambler40–25Versys 100049-55.5626Z650RS30–27Boneville Speedmaster34-25.0028Pan America20–29Boneville Bobber20–30Electra Glide20–31ZH210–32RSV4 Factory10–33Tuono V410–34Speed Triple10–35Road Glide10–36Africa Twin012-100.0037Fat Boy09-100.0038Boneville T10005-100.0039Forty Eight Special04-100.0040883 Iron03-100.00411200 Custom02-100.0042Low Rider02-100.0043Low Rider S02-100.00441200 X – Forty Eight01-100.00–Total1,5701,648-4.73The flagship Ninja in the Kawasaki lineup- ZX-10R occupied the eleventh spot and recorded a monthly volume of 13 units in January this year. It was followed by the flagship Triumph in the form of Rocket III with a total of 13 units dispatched across the country last month. Versys 650 and Iron 883 were the next two offerings with 11 units dispatched for each model. More

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      Suzuki Sales, Exports Breakup Jan 2022 – Access, Gixxer, Intruder, Avenis

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      Image – SouRik MotoworldSuzuki Motorcycle India reported growth in domestic sales while MoM exports dipped 49.09 percentSuzuki Motorcycle India sales in domestic markets ended on a positive note with a 6.35 percent YoY growth. Sales which had stood at 57,004 units in January 2021 increased to 60,623 units in January 2022. MoM sales saw better performance, up 86.25 percent over 32,549 units sold in December 2021. Exports of the two wheeler company increased 20.26 percent YoY to 9,469 units in January 2022, but dipped 49.09 percent on a MoM basis over 18,599 units sold in December 2021.Suzuki Sales Breakup Jan 2022Access was the best selling Suzuki bike in the country, even as sales dipped YoY. Sales stood at 42,148 units, down 7.32 percent over 45,475 units sold in January 2020. The Access scooter holds a 69.52 percent share in the company lineup. This was a dip from 77.91 percent held in December 2021 when sales stood at 25,358 units relating to a 66.21 percent MoM growth.Higher demand has been reported for the Suzuki Burgman Street with 9,504 units sold in January 2022, up 8.70 percent over 8,743 units sold in January 2021. It was also a 64.83 percent MoM increase over 5,766 units sold in December 2021. December 2021 saw the company add new colour schemes to the Suzuki Access and Burgman Street.The new Avenis scooter 125cc, that has recently gone on sale in the country added 6,314 units to domestic sales last month. This scooter takes on the TVS Ntorq and Yamaha RayZR in its segment.Suzuki Domestic Sales Breakup Jan 2022Suzuki Gixxer and Gixxer 250 saw sales at 2,462 units and 172 units respectively in January 2022 as against 2,540 units and 165 units sold in January 2021. Sales in December 2021 had stood at 1,213 units and 198 units respectively.This was followed by the Hayabusa of which the company sold 18 bikes in January 2022, a 50 percent MoM growth over 12 units sold in December 2021. V-Strom sales were at 5 units in January 2022 and 2 units in December 2021 relating to a 150 percent MoM growth.Suzuki Exports Breakup Jan 2022The Suzuki Gixxer was a favoured bike in global markets with 4,842 units sold last month, up 76.20 percent over 2,748 units sold in January 2021. It was a 53.83 percent MoM de-growth over 10,488 units sold in December 2021. The Gixxer commanded a 56.39 percent share in December 2021 which dipped to 51.14 percent in January 2022.Suzuki Exports Breakup Jan 2022Exports of Burgman stood at 2,410 units, up 0.58 percent from 2,424 units sold in January 2021 and down 42.29 percent from 4,176 units sold in December 2021. Gixxer 250 exports were at 1,633 units last month with a 27.55 percent YoY de- growth over 2,254 units sold in January 2021. It was also a MoM de-growth from 3,148 units sold in December 2021 relating to a 48.13 percent dip in shipments.Exports of the Access scooter (249 units), Hayate (164 units) and Intruder (160 units) along with 10 units of the Lets and 1 unit of the Avenis were also shipped in the last month. It was the Intruder that showed the maximum YoY growth up 150 percent while MoM shipments dipped 54.55 percent. More

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      Bounce Infinity E1 Electric Scooter – First Ride Review

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      Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewBounce Infinity E1 is surely one of the most affordable high-speed electric scooters in the market but does it have enough for people to switch from petrol to electric?The push given to electric mobility has resulted in many new electric vehicles (EVs) under new brands entering the Indian market in recent times. One such promising brand which has been able to create the right buzz is Bounce Infinity. Like Ola, Bounce has been known to provide expertise in ride-sharing mobility primarily through two-wheelers.The Bengaluru-based startup recently ventured into the EV space by unveiling its first electric scooter called E1. We recently got hold of the upcoming battery-powered scooter for a short period to check out how it performs in the rear world. We find out if the new e-scooter manages to stand out among a plethora of rivals in today’s market.Design & QualityStarting with its appearance, Bounce Infinity E1 flaunts a rather simple design that bodes well with the intention with which it has been built. It is compact and thankfully doesn’t stray too much from its petrol-powered counterparts. It gets a dual-pod LED headlamp with an integrated circular LED DRL which gives it a quirky look.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewComplementing the headlamp cluster are twin LED indicators on the front apron which give the scooter impression of an Android on wheels. At rear, E1 gets a single-piece LED headlamp unit flanked by turn indicators with fin-like internals. However, the design isn’t that good enough to mask all its imperfections.For starters, every single body panel has been made from fibre reinforced plastic, a trade-off for metallic panels in order to reduce weight of the scooter for obvious reasons like better performance and range. This results in an extremely nimble kerb weight of 94 kilos which makes it lighter than most of its petrol-powered rivals. Bounce is offering E1 in five colour options which could be further customised with aftermarket wraps although the quality and finish of paint are not among the best.Quality of switchgear is fairly acceptable, however, the overall build quality isn’t solid. The round rearview mirrors were intended to provide retro appeal but are not very useful and wider persons may find it difficult to see what’s behind them.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewErgonomicsErgonomics of the scooter has been kept fairly simple and intended for daily commutes. The rider sits upright with the handlebar pulled slightly inwards and plenty of space on the floorboard. The seat is very comfortable and spacious even for a pillion with the right amount of padding underneath. The scooter has been provided with feather-touch footpegs for the pillion which are a nice addition. Unfortunately, these won’t be making the cut in the production-spec model.Features on offerList of features is not too thin for a scooter at this price point. You get a standard negative LCD display which is eligible for most parts but isn’t crisp. The display reads out standard information like speed, distance covered, range left, etc. It gets two special modes namely- Reverse and Drag. The former is useful while moving the scooter from a tricky parking space.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewWhile the latter is extremely useful in case of a tyre puncture. Underseat storage is cramped due to the big battery placed inside which leaves the consumer with only 11 litres. Only a half-face helmet can be kept inside the storage, however, depth of the luggage space may make it usable. It also gets a USB charger under the seat and two hooks for riders to fasten their belongings on the floorboard.Illumination has been kept all-LED on both ends of the scooter. While specs sheets suggest that the scooter will be loaded with connected features like remote tracking, geo-fencing, etc., we got to experience none of it since this was a pre-production model and the software is still in the Beta stage of testing.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewRide & HandlingE1 is surprisingly a very good handler for a scooter meant for commuting purposes. The ultra-light kerb weight makes it super flickable in tight traffic. It can also lean into a corner with fair ease to a certain extent until the aftermarket side stand starts scraping. However, the suspension is a bit too firm for a commuter scooter and you feel each and every bump on the road.With very little travel on offer, the front suspension does bottom out on an average-sized pothole. The good thing, though, is that the twin rear shock absorbers are adjustable for preload which should provide some comfort. Braking provided by a 230mm front and 203mm rear discs provide a very good bite. However, grabbing the brake levers too hard might result in the rider losing control as there is no ABS to save the day.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewPerformance & RangePowering the Bounce electric scooter is a 1.5kW BLDC hub motor mounted on the rear wheel which derives its energy from a 48 V, 39 Ah Lithium-ion battery pack. For a commuter scooter, performance is more than energetic thanks to the massive surge of torque (85 Nm) which is available from the word go. It gets two ride modes- Eco and Power and we spent most of our time pulling the throttle hard in the latter.While this did let us extract the fullest out of the emission-free powertrain, it resulted in a sharp decline of the estimated range shown on the console. The claimed top speed of 65 kmph was reached without much fuss. However, we came across a serious issue when the scooter failed to respond to the throttle inputs after a while.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewSpeed of the scooter gradually declined in fast-moving traffic but thankfully this was a momentary glitch. The system was up and running after the brakes were applied and the scooter slowed down for a while resulting in the battery cooling down and regenerating. Coming to range, contrary to the specs sheet, the electric scooter would return around a single-charge range of 65km on Eco Mode as opposed to 85km.In Power Mode, this figure drops down to around 50-55km per charge. However, the actual range depends on various criteria, like riding style, rider’s weight, incline on roads, etc. In our limited stint, we tested the scooter through a variety of road conditions including hilly inclines, smooth straight tarmac and some rough trails as well. The E1 sailed through all conditions smoothly.Bounce Electric Scooter ReviewPrice & OfferingsBounce Infinity is offering two forms of ownership with E1- one with the battery that costs Rs 68,999 and one without the battery at a cost of Rs 45,099 (both prices are ex-showroom, Delhi). The ownership models adopted by Bounce are interesting. The company is pushing for the latter model where it could provide its expertise on battery swapping technology.These battery swapping stations will be installed at a variety of places including the local grocery store, refueling stations, shopping malls, etc. A registered consumer has to pay a fixed subscription amount on a monthly basis along with a nominal amount on every battery swap. Bounce will be installing battery swapping stations with capacities ranging from a 2-unit station to a 20-unit station across multiple locations.However, initially, these services will be available to just Tier 1 centres. On the other hand, the ones opting for the scooter with the battery pack are given a standard AC home charger but they won’t be able to enjoy the benefits of swapping. The standard home charger takes 4-5 hours to get the battery fully juiced up.VerdictBounce Infinity E1 impresses you on most parts, however, there are some glaring drawbacks that need some serious attention. The overall fit and finish definitely needs a lift and we cannot guarantee reliability of the software which we didn’t get to test. Before deliveries commence from April onwards, Bounce needs to iron out the rough edges (quite literally).We are also not yet confident of the ownership models offered by the company as there are too many tangibles involved. A simpler and more robust model would be very helpful for the consumers and the manufacturer in the long run. But that being said, Bounce is offering an electric scooter at a price much lesser than a petrol scooter.The E1 has enough to offer that would suffice the needs of most Indian commuters. If the company could sort out the niggles before the scooter reaches production, it could be a game-changer in the segment which is blooming across the market. We’ll reserve our final judgment until we get to ride the production-spec model of E1. More

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      1948 Crosley CC Four Is Our Bring a Trailer Auction Pick of the Day

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      This adorable 1948 Crosley CC Four is our Bring a Trailer pick of the day.The CC Four stood out among the chrome-covered barges of post-war America, powered by a 0.7-liter inline-four. The blue-and-white Crosley was restored by the previous owner, including a fresh paint job.When you think of cars from the postwar era, you likely picture gigantic boats stretching nearly 20 feet long, bedazzled in chrome trim and sprouting jet-age fins from the rear fenders. But not every vehicle that emerged after the end of World War II was a portrait of American excess. One of the few companies not building lavish boulevard cruisers was Crosley, which focused instead on lightweight subcompacts. Its most popular model was the CC Four, and this station-wagon example is now for sale on the Bring a Trailer auction site—which, like Car and Driver, is part of Hearst Autos.

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      Crosley launched its first car in 1939, a tiny two-door that competed with the American Bantam. The company continued building road cars into 1942, with wartime fuel rations making the efficient little runabouts an attractive choice. In 1946, civilian production resumed with the new CC Four, which was offered in a plethora of body styles: sedan, two-door convertible, station wagon, panel van, pickup, and even a convertible wagon called the Sport Utility. The CC helped Crosley reach new heights, more than tripling sales to over 20,000 units in both 1947 and 1948, but reliability woes hurt the brand’s reputation. Crosley launched a miniature sports car called the Hotshot and an off-roader called the Farm-O-Road, but sales plummeted and the company ceased production in 1952.

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      This blue-and-white 1948 Crosley CC Four station wagon represents the most common Crosley, but the little long-roof is a fairly rare find today. Powered by a 0.7-liter inline-four mated to a three-speed manual transmission, the rear-wheel-drive CC is not a fast car, and it would probably struggle to reach the 70-mph limit shown on the speedometer. You probably wouldn’t want to get going that fast anyway, since stopping power is provided by drum brakes at each wheel.

      The tiny red-painted 12-inch wheels are wrapped in 155/80 Kumho Power Star 750 tires, and the car comes with a matching spare. Inside, the two front seats and narrow rear bench are cloaked in a brown vinyl, with olive door panels topped off with faux-wood trim. The CC Four won’t win you any light-to-light drag races, but the cheerful little Crosley would certainly stand out in traffic and it represents an unusual piece of automotive history. This is one of the cleaner Crosleys to crop up on Bring a Trailer, with the previous owner having bought it as a running project car and refurbishing it, including a fresh layer of paint. Bidding is already past the $10,000 mark with five days to go.

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      2022 Ford Bronco Wildtrak Now Available with Fox Dampers

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      Ford is adding a HOSS 3.0 suspension package to the Bronco Wildtrak that includes Fox 2.5 dampers. The package also includes a front bumper with tow hooks and integrated fog lights.It costs an extra $2505 and is exclusive to reservation holders and order holders with unscheduled build dates. Ford’s Raptor lineup is now pretty stacked with the new Ranger Raptor revealed yesterday, and Raptor-specific equipment is trickling down into the mainstream lineup. The Bronco Wildtrak, which was previously was the most off-road-ready Bronco from the factory, will be available with a new HOSS 3.0 (High-Performance Off-Road Stability Suspension) package for the 2022 model year that includes Fox internal-bypass dampers.

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      Unlike the Bronco Raptor, which uses 3.1-inch diameter adaptive dampers from Fox, the Bronco Wildtrak uses 2.5-inch units that are also found on the new Ranger Raptor. These dampers are designed for high-speed off-roading and are meant to hold up better over time, as their aluminum bodies shed heat more effectively compared to the standard Wildtrak model’s Bilstein dampers that are included in the Sasquatch package. The Bronco Wildtrak rides on 35-inch all-terrain tires compared to the standard 37s on the Raptor.

      Wildtrak models with the HOSS 3.0 package also get the Bronco Raptor’s steering rack, which is derived from the F-150 Raptor’s, and stronger inner and outer tie rods. The package also includes a rear stabilizer bar. A powder-coated front bumper hides tow hooks and fog lights, and there’s added protection with steel skid plates. The Bronco Wildtrak’s HOSS 3.0 package is exclusive to reservation holders and unscheduled order holders, and models so equipped are scheduled to arrive this summer. It’s available on both two- and four-door models and costs $2505 on top of the Wildtrak’s $49,275 starting price.
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      How We'd Spec It: 2022 Ford Bronco in Its New Flavors

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      The Ford Bronco didn’t just create a stir when it was first revealed in summer 2020. The conversation has continued nonstop since then, whether we’re talking about exciting new variants such as the Everglades and Raptor or the unfortunate chip-shortage-related delays that have left throngs of SUVs sitting in snowy parking lots awaiting certain parts. While many would-be owners are still waiting for their Broncos to arrive, we decided to play around on the 2022 Bronco’s online configurator to see if our own preferences have changed since we last built our ideal 2021 Bronco specs. As predicted, we have our eyes on the 400-hp Raptor and snorkel-ified Everglades.

      Connor Hoffman’s $74,475 Bronco Raptor

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      Have you seen the Bronco Raptor’s fender flares? They’re huge, so I’d get a “Braptor” in Shadow Black to help hide them and delete the Raptor graphic on the rear fender since I think it looks out of place not as a bedside graphic. The wide stance looks better this way, although there are some other great color choices such as Eruption Green. I prefer the cheaper of the two 17-inch beadlock-capable wheel options ($1695), and I’d get wheel locks for $90. I’d keep the vinyl seats because I’ll be getting the interior muddy on a regular basis, and I’d opt for the adaptive cruise control and a wireless charging pad included in the Lux package. This build sums up to $74,475, which is $1685 less expensive than my preferred spec of the F-150 Raptor (my truck of choice). Now I’m just left waiting for the F-150 Raptor R. –Connor HoffmanDavid Beard’s $55,665 Bronco Everglades

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      The essential tool is one that is used the right way. As intriguing as the high-flying, desert-pounding Bronco Raptor might be, it’s overkill for most midwestern flatlanders. The Bronco Everglades better suites my two-tracking, mud-slinging ways. The push bumper will come in handy when there’s a tree to push over and the standard Warn winch is there to lend a hand when the sludge gets too deep. And of course, there’s the snorkel when it’s time to take a bath in up to 36.4 inches of water. The $54,495 Everglades is essentially fully loaded both inside and out, including all the off-road goodies of the Sasquatch package. I’d select the rubber floor ($160) and cargo area protector ($120) because this thing will get dirty. The $295 Desert Sand paint should provide excellent camouflage as to where I’ve been and the $595 Towing package uncorks the ability to tug up to 3500 pounds of stuff, so why not. All in, I’m at $55,665 for an extremely capable off-road rig. See ya in the bog. –David BeardAustin Irwin’s $72,195 Bronco Raptor

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      I typically spec vehicles the most frugal way. But when it comes to the Ford Bronco, to hell with all that. My Code Orange Bronco Raptor is like a supercharged Atomic Orange first-generation Nissan Xterra on booger sugar. The Bronco Raptor build-and-price tool doesn’t offer much configurability but allowed a little room for personality. I stuck with the hardtop and opted for the free and optional roof sound deadener. The optional black 17-inch wheels ($1695) were the best-looking of what was available, but arguably not as stylish as a set of steel Cragars. I added the keyless entry pad ($110) because everyone driving their grandma’s Grand Marquis raves about it. For no extra cost, Ford will spare you the silly Raptor graphics, which is good, because the only stickers that belong on this thing start with a “O” and end in “RV.” I stuck with the standard black vinyl seats and didn’t upgrade to the optional Lux package because it included adaptive cruise control. More driver-assistance features? Sorry, we don’t let the computers drive our cars in this family. We drive to Bass Pro Shop with the traction control off like our Founding Fathers intended. The Raptor’s humongous tires, giraffe-like suspension travel, and intimidating plastic fender flares make it look like an American Unimog. Oh, and I made sure to add the Code Orange accent seatbelts ($395), because I’m sure thin orange lines will have a political affiliation eventually, and after listening to those 37-inch rubbers howl across I-94 at 80 mph for a week, I’ll be willing to pander to whoever I can before the end of my lease. –Austin IrwinGreg Fink’s $55,210 Bronco Everglades

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      Ford

      It seems you can take the man out of Florida, but you can’t take Florida out of the man, because this born-and-raised Floridian who now calls the Midwest home absolutely adores the Ford Bronco Everglades. It’s for all the wrong reasons, too. Sure, the Everglades packs some added goodies, such as its front-mounted winch and snorkel air intake, the latter of which helps it ford up to 36.4 inches of water, but the SUV’s real pièce de résistance is its basic appearance. That’s right, I’m picking a Bronco Everglades over a Bronco Raptor for purely superficial reasons—it’s the Florida way. As such, I’m opting to lean further into the superficial by dropping $295 on a coat of trim-exclusive Desert Sand paint (I love the way it contrasts with the Everglades’s model-specific 17-inch wheels, which come wrapped in meaty Goodyear mud-terrain tires). Add in convenience features such as a $110 keyless entry pad and a $310 tailgate table, and “my” Bronco Everglades leaves the line with a sticker price of $55,210. Yes, a base 330-hp Bronco Wildtrak four-door costs $2490 less than this 300-hp Everglades, but the V-6 variant nevertheless lacks the style of Ford’s newly introduced four-cylinder trim. And in Florida, style tends to trump substance. –Greg Fink

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup Jan 2022- Pulsar, Platina, Avenger, Dominar, CT100, Chetak

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      Bajaj Pulsar 200Bajaj Auto Sales dipped 13.10 percent in domestic markets and by 16.82 percent in terms of exportsBajaj Auto has reported a 13.10 percent dip in domestic sales last month with a total of 1,30,613 units sold, down from 1,50,299 units sold in January 2021. It was the Pulsar that claimed sales charts with 66,839 units sold last month, down 31.63 percent over 97,760 units sold in January 2021.Bajaj Sales Breakup Jan 2022Of the Pulsar range, it was the 125cc bike that saw the most sales of 44,181 units in the past month, down 6.16 percent over 47,080 units sold in January 2021. Pulsar 150cc sales stood at 11,239 units, down 65.57 percent over 32,640 units sold in the same month of the previous year. Pulsar 200cc and 250cc added 5,407 units and 6,012 units respectively. The Pulsar range commands a 51.17 percent share in the company lineup.Sales of the Bajaj Platina increased significantly with a share percentage of 35.60. Sales which had stood at 27,131 units in December 2021 increased 71.36 percent to 46,492 units in the past month.Bajaj CT range, which consists of CT100 and CT110 saw domestic sales at 12,422 units last month, down 36.74 percent over 19,635 units sold in January 2021 while Avenger sales dipped 48.25 percent to 2,213 units, down from 4,276 units sold in January 2021. It was the Avenger 200cc that saw more sales at 1,688 units over the Avenger 250cc of which only 525 units were sold last month.Bajaj Sales Breakup Jan 2022Bajaj Dominar 250 sales stood at 662 units along with 717 units of the Dominar 400 taking total sales to 1,379 units in January 2021. This was a 6 percent de-growth over 1,467 units sold in January 2021. Chetak e-scooter sales on the other hand surged 4126.67 percent to 1,268 units in the past month, up from 30 units sold in January 2021.The company has now expanded the reach of the Chetak e-scooter to added cities across India. At the time of launch, this electric scooter was exclusively on sale in Bengaluru and Pune. It has now been expanded to 11 states and across 20 cities in the country.Bajaj Exports Breakup Jan 2022Bajaj Auto exports stood at 1,81,656 units in the past month, down 16.82 percent over 2,18,392 units shipped in January 2021. It was the Boxer that was in most demand in global markets with 1,19,336 units exported, down 15.09 percent over 1,40,544 units sold in January 2021. The Boxer 110cc commanded most of these sales at 1,03,988 units along with 2,400 units of Boxer 125cc and 12,948 units of Boxer 150cc. The Boxer commands a 57.24 percent share in the company’s export lineup.Bajaj Exports Breakup Jan 2022At No. 2 in terms of exports was Bajaj Pulsar. Sales stood at 31,410 units last month, down from 35,724 units shipped in January 2021, relating to a 12.08 percent YoY de-growth. Pulsar 200cc saw more demand at 13,684 units over the Pulsar 125cc of which 4,628 units were exported along with 4,224 units of Pulsar 250cc and 8,874 units of Pulsar 150cc.Bajaj CT (14,824 units), Discover (8,844 units) and Platina (2,874 units) also noted a YoY de-growth while Dominar exports increased 164.60 percent to 3,408 units, up from 1,288 units shipped in January 2021. Bajaj Auto also noted increased demand for the Avenger bike of which 960 units were exported last month, up 75.50 percent over 547 units shipped in January 2021. More

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      Kia Electric Car Trademarked In India – EV6 Earth, Water, Air, Light

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      Kia Electric Car – EV6 GTKia is mostly planning on bringing in its EV6 electric crossover to the Indian market later this yearHyundai India’s current line-up includes one EV offering, the Kona, which is expected to get a mild update later this year. However, Hyundai’s sister concern, Kia Motors currently has 0 offering for the electric car users in India. While overall EV PV sales in the country are low, the segment itself is growing rapidly. Home-grown automaker, Tata Motors currently dominates the space and is expected to be joined by Mahindra soon.Kia Electric Car IndiaTo cater to this evolving market, Kia seems to be planning on bringing in the EV6 to India. As a first step, it has filed for 5 trademarks. These include EV6, EV6 Earth, EV6 Water, EV6 Air and EV6 Light.It is an indication that plans for induction of the EV6 in the Indian market are ON and most probably the electric crossover will be launched in 4 different trims, namely Earth, Water, Air and Light. Interestingly, in international markets, the EV6 is sold in 3 different trims, namely Light, Wind and GT-Line.The EV6 is based upon Kia’s E-GMP platform, which it shares with the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The platform happens to be an EV-specific platform and is expected to spawn more products in the future. It must be noted that earlier reports have suggested that Hyundai has been contemplating on bringing in the Ioniq 5 to the country.Kia EV6 trademarked in IndiaKia EV6 PowertrainTalking about the EV6, the entry level trims get a 58 kWh battery pack which powers a rear-mounted motor. The setup can dish-out 167 bhp and 349 Nm of peak torque and can do 0-100 kmph in 8 seconds. It has a restricted top speed of 185 kmph while the overall driving range happens to be 373 km.Kia also offers a larger battery pack option, which is rated at 77.4 kWh. It powers a rear-mounted motor which can churn out 225 bhp and 349 Nm of max torque and has the ability to let the crossover do a 0-100 kmph in just 7.2 seconds.Kia EV6 AWD option uses a dual-motor setup which has a combined power output of 320 bhp and 604 Nm. This combo helps the EV6 to do a 0-100 kmph run in just around 5 seconds while has its top speed limited to 188 kmph, electronically. With this larger battery set-up the range for the RWD variant happens to be 500 km while the AWD variant can last for 441 kms in a single charge.Kia EV6 logo trademarked in IndiaKia EV6 FeaturesBeing a Kia, the crossover gets a ton of creature comfort features. The list includes a 12.3 inch instrument cluster, 8-way power adjustable driver seat, a 12.3 inch infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charger and much more.For international markets, the EV6 also gets multiple advanced features like Level 2 Highway Autonomy driving feature, Highway Driving Assist 2. However, when the model comes to India via the CBU route, Kia might cut down on certain features to suit the Indian market and keep the sticker price in check. More