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Except for mopeds and exports, TVS Sales November 2022 stood green all the way with EVs registering massive gainsImage – The Sameer VlogsNovember 2022 marks a successful month for TVS Motor. The company sold 1,45,006 motorcycles last month in the domestic market. As opposed to 1,40,097 motorcycles sold a year ago, TVS gained 3.50% YoY in sales and 4,909 motorcycles YoY in volume.More than half of TVS’ 2W sales are via motorcycles. Apache series and recently updated Raider are good examples. With 83,679 scooters sold, TVS gained 11.54% YoY as opposed to 75,022 scooters sold a year ago. With Jupiter leading the way, volume growth stood at 8,657 units YoY and scooters constituted 31.74% of TVS’ domestic 2W sales.TVS iQube electric scooter has gained massive popularity with MY2022 update. With just 699 EVs sold in November 2021, TVS gained a massive 1338% YoY growth by selling 10,056 EVs last month. Volume growth stood at 9,357 units YoY.TVS Sales November 2022With XL 100, TVS is the only ICE moped maker in India. Popularity for mopeds seem to have declined, as TVS registered 18.22% YoY decline as it sold 34,957 mopeds in Nov 2022 as opposed to 42,744 mopeds in Nov 2021. Combined, TVS’ total domestic sales stood at 1,91,730 units and had a growth rate of 8.97% YoY with 15,790 units gained in volume.TVS Sales November 2022TVS Motor exports saw a decline of 12.22% YoY with just 71,912 units shipped last month as opposed to 81,923 units shipped last year. Exports constitute 27.28% of TVS’ total 2W sales, while domestic sales constitute 72.72%. Total 2W sales (domestic + export) was 2,63,642 units with a growth rate of 2.24% YoY.TVS makes 3W rickshaws and cargo vehicles – domestic sales was only 1,259 vehicles while exports was 12,222 vehicles. That said, 3W exports registered a 13.18% YoY decline in sales, while 3W domestic numbers grew by 67.20% YoY. 3W exports constitute 90.66% of total 3W sales. Speaking of, total 3W sales stood at 13,481 vehicles and saw a decline of 13.18% YoY as opposed to 14,830 3W vehicles sold in November 2021. Volume loss was pegged at 1,349 vehicles YoY.TVS Motor Total SalesTVS’ total (2W + 3W) domestic sales registered a healthy 9.22% YoY by selling 1,92,989 units in November 2022 over 1,76,693 units sold a year ago. Volume growth YoY was 16,296 units and constituted 69.64% of TVS’ total sales.Total exports last month was 84,134 units, which fell short to 96,000 units shipped a year ago. Due to this rate of decline stood at 12.36% YoY and TVS lost 11,866 units in volume. Grand total (domestic + exports) for 2W + 3W for November 2022 stood at 2,77,123 units and registered 1.62% YoY growth as opposed to 2,72,693 units sold in November 2021. More

Taking top spot in TVS sales breakup September 2022, we have Jupiter in domestic markets and Star City 125 in exportsTVS Apache 160 2VThe highest-selling product that TVS Motor makes is its Jupiter scooter. With 82,394 units sold in September 2022, Jupiter registered 46.25% YoY growth over 56,339 units sold a year before. Volume gain stood at 26,055 units and commanded a 29.02% share among TVS’ domestic sales. XL moped takes the next spot with 47,613 units sold.Due to 61,664 units sold last year, XL saw a drop of 22.79% YoY. Volume drop stood at 14,051 units and had a 16.77% share. Apache series has registered a 5.64% YoY growth by selling 42,954 units over 40,661 units last year with a volume gain of 2,293 units. NTORQ is TVS’ second highest-selling scooter and registered 6.94% YoY growth by pushing 31,497 units. Volume gained by NTORQ is 2,045 units.TVS Sales Breakup September 2022Raider recently got a 5” TFT display as its instrument console and saw a staggering 208.43% YoY growth with 21,766 units sold. Volume gain stood at 14,709 units YoY, which is quite respectable. Radeon is TVS’ highest-selling budget commuter. With 14,726 units sold, Radeon registers 10.76% YoY growth.Sport commuter sold 14,057 units. With that, Sport registered a drop of 4.05% YoY. Scooty Pep+ sold 9,518 units over 7,259 units and gained 2,259 units in volume YoY. Growth stood at 31.12% YoY. Another commuter by TVS, Star City, sold 7,947 units and saw a drop of 9.34% YoY. Zest scooter sold 5,913 units and registered 54.10% YoY growth over 3,837 units sold last year.TVS Sales Breakup September 2022 – DomesticiQube electric scooter sold 4,923 units over just 766 units last year. With that, iQube witnessed an astounding 542.69% YoY growth with 4,157 units gained in volume. TVS’ flagship Apache RR 310 managed to push out 570 units as opposed to 337 units and registered 69% (nice) YoY growth. TVS’ total domestic sales stood at 2,83,878 units over 2,44,084 units sold in September 2021. Volume gain stood at 39,794 units with 16.3% YoY growth. Exports place Star City 125 as its golden product with 29,157 units shipped. With 32,619 units shipped last year, Star City 125 saw a 10.61% YoY drop in sales. Star City 125 accounts for 38.07% of TVS’ total exports.Star City stands next with 12,671 units shipped and like its 125cc sibling, also falls in the red with 55.87% YoY drop in sales. TVS Sport lost sales domestically but gained 135.04% YoY with 9,491 units shipped over 4,038 units shipped last year. Volume gain stood at 5,453 units YoY. Raider impressed in exports just as it did in the domestic market.TVS Exports Sep 2022With 6,998 units shipped in September 2022, Raider saw a massive 2,399% YoY growth due to just 280 units shipped last year. Apache series doesn’t see much luck as it is down by 45.21% YoY. As compared to 12,224 units shipped last year, Apache sales almost halved at 6,697 units. Domestic highest-seller Jupiter only shipped 4,294 units in September 2022.TVS Sales Breakup September 2022 – ExportsWego managed to ship 2,933 units over just 230 units shipped last year. Wego saw a 1,175% YoY growth with 2,703 units gained in volume. NTORQ is not well received in global markets. It lost 53.54% in sales with 2,884 units shipped last month over 6,208 units shipped last year. Victor held its ground with 800 units which was the same last year as well. XL and Radeon fall in the red completely with just 438 units and 120 units shipped respectively. RR 310 doubled its exports with 104 units over 52 units last year. TVS’ total exports stood at 76,587 units and lost 11.27% in sales. Volume loss stood at 9,726 units over Sep 2021. More

TVS October price hike doesn’t apply to any of its 180cc+ motorcycles and its electric scooter, iQubeTVS ApacheThe Chennai-based 2W and 3W manufacturer has registered solid growth when it comes to domestic sales. But with increase in raw material costs, price increase has been inevitable. In October, the company hiked the prices that affect both scooters and motorcycles, except for a handful of products.This is unlike the minor price hike that a few Yamaha motorcycles recently got. TVS Sport Kick Start model saw a price hike of 3,920 and Electric Start model got a price hike of 1,600. Sport is TVS’ least expensive product. Star City Plus saw an even heftier hike of 4,785 for Drum variant and 4,145 for Disc variant. Sport model now starts from 64,040 and Star City Plus from 74,990.TVS Price Hike Oct 2022 – MotorcyclesRadeon is another strong contender in 110cc space. Base model doesn’t get any hike. Digi Drum and Digi Disc variant prices got hiked by 2,448 and 3,448 respectively. Radeon prices still start from 59,925. Raider 125 Drum variant price is hiked by 1,400 and Disc variant by 4,400. TVS Raider 125 recently got a 5” cluster with Smart Xonnect Bluetooth system that is priced at 99,990.Apache RTR 160 2V saw a price hike of 6,050 and 6,550 for Drum and Disc variants. Recently added Bluetooth variant is priced at 1,24,590. RTR 160 4V prices now start from 1,21,790 which used to start from 1,19,378. Price hike for Drum variant is 2,412, Disc variant is 3,805, BT variant is 4,389 and Special Edition variant is 4,515.TVS Motorcycle Prices Oct 2022From this point on, we step into TVS’ higher end of motorcycle spectrum. Surprisingly, TVS hasn’t fettled with the prices of any of these motorcycles. Apache RTR 180 was recently updated and is priced at 1,30,590 since launch. Apache RTR 200 4V prices start from 1,39,690 and are carried over as is.TVS’ cross-genre product Ronin prices started from Rs. 1,49,000 and are carried over as is along with Apache RR 310 prices which start from Rs. 2,65,000. Highest price hike among motorcycles is for Apache RTR 160 2V Disc variant which stood at 6,550 and accounted for 5.71% increment.TVS Price Hike Oct 2022 – ScootersStarting with Scooty Pep Plus, Gloss variant received a 2,950 hike, Pink variant received a 4,850 hike and Matte variant saw a hike of 2,950. In effect, Scooty Pep Plus prices now start from Rs. 63,284 over 60,334 before the price hike. TVS Zest has Gloss and Matte variants and both of them got a price hike of 4,620. Zest prices now start from 71,636.TVS Scooter Prices Oct 2022TVS Jupiter recently saw solid growth in sales. Jupiter 110 prices now start from 69,990. Price hike for Sheet metal Wheel is 1,419, STD variant is 2,100, ZX variant is 2,900, ZX Disc is 3,100 and Smart Xonnect is 2,900. Jupiter 125 saw a steeper price hike of 4,650 for Drum, 4,750 for Alloy, and 4,550 for Disc variants. Jupiter 125 range now starts from 82,825.TVS’ sporty NTORQ saw relatively less price hike. Drum variant saw 2,850, Alloy variant saw 4,750, Disc variant saw 2,850, Race Edition saw 3,300, Super Squad Edition saw 2,850, Race XP saw 2,850 and lastly, XT variant saw a price hike of 2,900. NTORQ prices now start from 79,956 over 77,106 before price hike. In contrast, iQube electric scooter prices have been retained as is. More

Updated Raider 125 will retain the same 125cc engine with a 3V head, silent starter and oil-coolingNew TVS RaiderRaider 125 is a unique proposition when it comes to 125cc commuters. In the sea of boring-looking commuters, TVS has launched its Raider 125 and has created quite a niche for itself by offering a modern look. It is decently sized, decently proportioned and comes off as a well-rounded package.When we compared TVS Raider 125 with Keeway SR125 and Bajaj Pulsar NS125, the former comes off as the most balanced product. With segment-first features like a fully-digital instrument cluster, LED headlight and taillights, and unique DRLs to name a few. Rivals in this cut-throat segment are less forgiving and Hero MotoCorp came up with Passion XTEC with connectivity features as well.Now, the Hosur-based company is set to pull an ace through its sleeves and has teased a large display for updated Raider 125. TVS had promised an updated Raider 125 with a 5” colour TFT screen. Dubbed “The Wicked Update” for Raider 125, TVS has a couple of options to execute this feat. Let’s take a look.Updated Raider 125 To Feature 5” Colour TFT ScreenTVS has a 5” colour display that is equipped with base model of iQube electric scooter. Mid-spec S variant of iQube got a 7” colour TFT display with a D-pad to interact with it. Raider is likely to get the 5” colour TFT screen from Base-spec iQube electric scooter. To control and operate this screen, TVS might provide the D-pad from S trim iQube electric scooter.Upcoming Updated Raider 125Raider 125 already got a reverse LCD display with features like side stand indication, DTE, gear position indication, average speed recorder, dual trip meters, top speed recorder, and ride modes indication (Eco and Power). Updated Raider 125 is likely to get TVS’ Smart Xonnect Bluetooth connectivity that enables navigation and voice assistance, as teased by TVS themselves.Currently, TVS Raider prices start from Rs. 90K for drum brake variant and Rs. 95K for disc brake variant. Another way to look at this would be that a 5” single-unit colour TFT display is unheard of in a sub Rs. 1 lakh 125cc commuter. We have seen much more expensive products that get outdated instrument consoles.Specs & PricingUpdated Raider 125 will retain the outgoing model’s 125cc single-cylinder engine. This engine gets segment-first features like a 3V head, silent starter and oil cooling, even though it is not readily visible. It is capable of making 11.22 bhp at 7,500 RPM and 11.2 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 RPM. It gets mated to a 5-speed gearbox.Pricing might cross the Rs. 1 lakh mark and even go to Rs. 1.05 lakh with updated Raider 125. With features like turn-by-turn navigation, music controls, calls alerts and notifications, updated Raider 125 comes off as a more appealing product than Passion XTEC by Hero MotoCorp. Launch will happen on 19th October in a virtual event called Motoverse. More

New TVS Apache 160 has received a comprehensive range of updates across styling, connectivity and performanceNew TVS Apache 160 2V. Image – The Sameer vlogsEven as Apache 160 gets several new features, TVS has ensured that the bike’s pricing remains competitive. The updated bike is available at a starting price of Rs 1,17,790, as compared to Rs 1,16,500 of the old model. With marginal differences in old and new pricing, customers shouldn’t hesitate to choose the newer model.Old Apache 160 will continue to be sold alongside the new model till stocks are available. It is possible that dealers may offer some discounts on the older model to clear available inventory. For folks who are not sure which model to choose, YouTuber rider Biker Mjk has uploaded a detailed comparison video of New Apache 160 2V vs. old Apache 160 2V.New Apache 160 vs. Old Apache 160 featuresWhile old Apache 160 has halogen headlamp and LED DRLs combo, new Apache 160 has LED headlamp + LED DRLs. Design of the headlamp casing has been updated for an aggressive look and feel. Side section of the headlamp cowl has been refreshed as well, but it is noticeable only on closer inspection. Body graphics and decals have also been updated.Side profile looks sportier, with changes to the tank cowl and engine cowl. These changes are also functionally relevant, as they improve the bike’s ability to slice through the air. Tank scoops work to channel fresh air to the engine and disperse hot air, thereby achieving temperature reduction of up to 10° Celsius. At rear, new Apache 160 gets an updated Neon 3D style tail lamp.New TVS Apache 160 2V vs RivalsIn terms of functionality, new Apache 160 gets a full digital instrument console. Apart from the speedometer, tachometer, odometer, clock, fuel gauge, etc., the display also has a top speed indicator and lap timer. The digital display has white backlit, making it suitable for both day and night operations. Old Apache 160 has a semi-digital instrument console.Bluetooth smartphone pairing with TVS Smart Xonnect connectivity suite is available with top-spec variant of new Apache 160. Users will be able to access features such as call/SMS alert, race telemetry, turn-by-turn navigation, low fuel warning and assist, lean angle mode and crash alert.New Apache 160 vs. Old Apache 160 performanceThere’s not much difference between power and torque numbers of new and old Apache 160. New Apache 160 generates 16.04 PS, which is only a tad better than 15.31 PS of old model. However, new Apache 160 can deliver better performance, as it’s 2 kg lighter than its predecessor. New Apache 160 has also been equipped with ride modes of Sport, Urban and Rain.[embedded content][embedded content]With a multitude of updates and price increase of just around Rs 1,300, new Apache 160 will surely be the first choice of most customers. The updated bike will also appeal to folks who give preference to connectivity features. However, some users can still choose the old model in case some attractive festive discounts or offers are available at dealer level. More

TVS Motor saw positive growth both in YoY basis and also in MoM basis and marks a productive monthImage – Deepak Rao VlogsTVS is one of the most popular companies in India. With its hands dipped in 2W and also 3W business, TVS is an essential brand. TVS is also very active in exports as well. In total, TVS Motor total 2W sales stood at 3,61,729 units over 3,32,511 units in Sep 2021. TVS saw volume growth of 29,218 units YoY and 46,190 units volume growth MoM. TVS registers positive growth of 8.79% YoY and 14.64% MoM. Of the total 2W sales, the domestic market is still TVS’ forte.TVS Motorcycle sales stood at 1,69,322 units sold in Sep 2022 with a slight YoY growth of 1.97% as opposed to 1,66,046 units sold in September 2021. With 1,57,118 units sold in August 2022, TVS registered 7.77% MoM growth as well. Motorcycle domestic sales stand at 46.81% of total TVS’ 2W sales. Top selling TVS motorcycles include Apache, Raider, Star City, etc.TVS Sales September 2022Coming to scooters, TVS Motor registered 38.68% YoY growth with volume growth of 40,265 units. Popular scooters from TVS include Jupiter, Ntorq, Zest, etc. In MoM analysis, TVS scored 18.45% when compared to August 2022. Scooters culminate 39.91% of total TVS domestic sales. TVS iQube electric scooter sales were at 4,923 units, against 766 units in Sep 2021. It registered 542.69% YoY growth and 11.43% MoM growth.TVS XL 100 moped sold 48,051 units in India and registered a drop in sales of 22.96% YoY and showed positive growth of 31.45% MoM. Total 2W domestic sales stood at 2,83,878 units and saw 16.30% growth YoY and 18.62% MoM growth. However, saw a drop of 11.96% in sales in exports YoY and 2.15% growth MoM.TVS Sales Sep 2022 vs Sep 2021 (YoY)Coming to 3W sales of TVS, they sold 2,158 units in the domestic market with a volume growth of 1,345 units. TVS 3W domestic sales witnessed a 165.44% YoY growth and 59.73% MoM growth.However, TVS’ 3W exports are much higher. At 15,124 units sold in Sep 2022, TVS registered 9.34% YoY growth and saw a drop in sales of 10.49% MoM. When taken as a whole, TVS sold 17,282 3W vehicles and registered 18.01% YoY growth and 5.29% MoM de-growth.TVS Total Sales (2W+3W)Domestically, TVS sold a total of 2,86,036 units in Sep 2022 and registered a 16.80% YoY growth with a volume growth of 41,139 units. TVS saw 18.85% MoM growth as well. However, the same cannot be said about total exports. With just 92,975 units shipped, TVS saw a drop in sales of 9.08% YoY and 0.15% MoM.TVS Sales Sep 2022 vs Aug 2022 (MoM)When everything is accounted for, TVS pushed out 3,79,011 units in Sep 2022 over 3,47,156 units in Sep 2021 and saw a growth of 9.18% YoY. With 3,33,787 units pushed out in August 2022, TVS registered 13.55% MoM growth. More