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    • GST reset powers entry-level bike revival; Hero MotoCorp hits 8-yr high market share

      A key driver has been the surge in first-time buyers. Hero said the share of first-time customers has risen from around 75-80%, attributing the shift to GST rationalisation that effectively rolled back two-wheeler prices to levels seen three years ago

    • Festive demand revs up Bajaj Auto to top spot in EV two-wheeler sales; Ola slips to fourth

      Bajaj sold 29,597 EV two-wheelers in October, followed by TVS Motor and Ather Energy, while festive offers and new launches boosted overall market demand.

    • UP, Bihar expand share in festive car and motorcycle purchases

      Northern and eastern states gain ground as southern auto markets lose share

    • EV makers charge up for festive season demand with focus on tier II and III cities

      With the GST Council’s decision to keep EVs in the 5 percent slab, industry executives say structural tailwinds this year are stronger

    • Karnataka bike taxi ban kicks in; Rapido says it’s pausing operations

      A Moneycontrol check on found Rapido replacing its bike taxi service with a 'bike parcel' option. Ola and Uber are still offering bike taxi rides

    • Ola Electric delays cell integration plan amid push for cost optimisation

      Ola Electric's founder, Bhavish Aggarwal, said the company needs to take a more thoughtful approach to managing operational risks and capital allocation.

    • Budget 2025: Two-Wheeler industry seeks tax relief, EV push to drive growth in top gear

      As the Union Budget 2025 nears, two-wheeler manufacturers are hopeful that measures to boost rural demand and accelerate electric vehicle adoption will provide a much-needed lift, especially for entry-level bikes.

    • VinFast eyes Indian market with plans of high-speed electric two-wheelers

      A part of Vietnamese conglomerate, Vinfast, made its debut at New Delhi on Wednesday at the auto show showcasing its range of electric cars and two-wheelers.

    • Ather Energy to enter Sri Lanka market as part of international expansion

      Hero MotoCorp-backed Ather Energy ranked fourth in the pecking order, with sales going up to 10,080 units in July from 6,192 units in June, achieving a 63 percent month-on-month growth and a nine percent market share.

    • Two-wheeler stocks edge higher on likely rural boost, FAME III rollout

      The government's target of having 30 percent electric vehicles on the road by 2030 hinges on the expansion of the FAME program, which the EV industry is actively advocating for, experts say.

    • 'I used to ride my cycle with the supporting side wheels,' Rakul Preet Singh opens up on her experience of learning the two-wheeler on World Bicycle Day

      World Bicycle Day: Rakul Preet Singh, who has commenced shooting for ‘De De Pyaar De 2’ alongside Ajay Devgn, recalls how the turning point in her cycling journey came with a little nudge from her father.

    • A peek at Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z, set to take on Enfield Guerrilla 450, KTM 390 Duke

      The NS400Z, which has been touted as the 'biggest Pulsar' by Bajaj Auto, is set to take on Triumph Speed 400, KTM 390 Duke, and the upcoming Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450

    • Electric two-wheeler sales rise 30% in FY24 to 9.42 lakh units

      Industry observers and auto experts say that the registration numbers indicate of 'market stabilisation' despite FAME II subsidy coming to an end by March 2024

    • L&T Finance launches Super Bike loans starting with interest rates of 5.99%

      The total two-wheeler book of the lender stood at Rs 10,447 crore versus Rs 8,716 crore a year before.

    • India’s electric two-wheeler sales cross 80k units in Feb 2024, up 24% YoY

      Industry observers reckon that the registration numbers indicate of 'market stabilisation' despite the govt’s move to lower the incentives under the FAME scheme Phase II

    • Good news for Rapido, Ola, Uber as govt set to legalise bike taxis

      According to a notification from the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, all states/UTs are advised to accept and process applications for contract carriage permits for motorcycles by the provisions of the MV Act and the rules.

    • 10 years of partnership: BMW Motorrad’s first e-scooter to roll out from TVS Motor’s Hosur plant

      Together, the two companies have developed and launched five iconic motorcycles, including the BMW G 310 R, BMW 310 GS and BMW G310 RR, along with TVS Motor Company’s flagship motorcycles TVS Apache RR 310 and the recently launched TVS Apache RTR 310

    • Domestic automobile retail sales grow 10% in July 2023: FADA

      However, there was a 5 percent month-on-month decline in overall vehicle retail sales

    • TVS Motor’s Q1 profit up 46% on solid sales and margin growth

      The growth in sales and net profit were in line with analyst expectations. TVS Motor expects the growth momentum to continue this year and foresees the premium bike and scooter segments growing on a rise in exports and higher penetration of electric two-wheelers.

    • Domestic electric two wheeler industry to keep growing at fast clip: TVS Motor

    • Motilal Oswal bullish on Tube Investments as verticals bounce back, sees 11% upside

    • Ola's Bhavish Aggarwal to enter AI space, registers new company

    • Hero MotoCorp plans record launches & premium segment foray; stock near 3-mo high

    • Shared electric mobility startup Yulu launches e-scooter for personal ownership

    • Revolt Motors announces low-cost financing for electric motorcycles

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