TVS Motor Company appears to be preparing its next big move in India’s premium scooter space. After strengthening its sporty scooter portfolio with the Ntorq range, the Hosur-based two-wheeler maker is reportedly working on a new 160cc maxi-scooter that could rival the Yamaha Aerox 155 and Hero Xoom 160. The upcoming scooter is expected to be TVS’ first proper maxi-scooter and could be ready by next year. More importantly, this will not simply be a larger version of the Ntorq

TVS Motor Company is preparing a major premium retail push with the upcoming TVS Paddock network. The new retail format is expected to become the flagship sales and experience channel for Norton motorcycles, premium TVS products, electric vehicles and future high-end scooters. The move signals TVS Motor’s intent to move beyond mass-market two-wheelers and build a stronger presence in the premium mobility space, both in India and overseas. Key Highlights TVS Motor is preparing

Hero MotoCorp has taken a significant step in India’s alternative-fuel journey by launching flex-fuel versions of two of its most important commuter motorcycles — the Splendor+ and HF Deluxe. The move is important not just because it introduces ethanol-ready technology in the two-wheeler space, but because Hero has chosen its highest-volume mass-market nameplates to begin the transition. The Hero Splendor+ Flex Fuel has been priced at ₹82,710, while the Hero HF Deluxe Flex Fu

Samarth E-Mobility has unveiled Avore Electric, a new Made-in-India electric mobility brand focused on the mainstream motorcycle segment. The brand is built around an in-house technology stack, over 110 IP filings and a clear ambition to offer a practical electric alternative to 125cc–200cc petrol motorcycles. Ahmedabad-based Samarth E-Mobility Pvt. Ltd. has announced the launch of Avore Electric, a new electric mobility brand developed around the idea of “Intelligence Beyon

Royal Enfield has finally expanded the legendary Bullet family with the launch of the new Bullet 650 in India. Priced at ₹3.64 lakh ex-showroom, the motorcycle brings the timeless Bullet identity together with Royal Enfield’s proven 650cc parallel-twin engine platform. The Bullet has always been one of Royal Enfield’s most iconic nameplates, known for its old-school charm, upright riding stance and strong emotional connect with Indian buyers. With the new Bullet 650, Royal En

Honda Motor Co. has reported one of the most significant financial setbacks in its modern history, posting its first annual loss since becoming a publicly listed company in 1957. The Japanese automaker’s fiscal year ended March 2026 was hit by heavy electric vehicle-related charges, forcing Honda to rethink the pace and scale of its EV transition. Honda reported a net loss of ¥423.9 billion, or around $2.7 billion, for the fiscal year ended March 2026. The loss was largely dr

Royal Enfield is preparing for its next phase of growth with a major investment plan, as demand for premium motorcycles continues to remain strong in India and overseas markets. Eicher Motors has lined up around ₹2,200 crore capital expenditure for Royal Enfield in FY27, with the investment focused on capacity expansion, new product development and electric vehicle programmes. Nearly ₹1,000 crore of this planned capex will be used for capacity expansion, while the balance wil

Motorcycles are not just a personal mobility choice in many countries; they are the backbone of everyday transport. From Vietnam’s crowded city streets to Taiwan’s scooter-heavy urban roads and India’s vast commuter market, two-wheelers continue to play a central role in affordable mobility. A recent global comparison of motorcycles per person shows Vietnam and Taiwan among the world’s most motorcycle-dense countries. The data should be read as an estimated comparison because

Ather Energy recorded 22,832 unit sales in April 2026, registering a strong 67% year-on-year growth compared to 13,663 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, the EV two-wheeler maker saw a decline of 26%, as sales dropped from 30,697 units in March 2026. The performance was almost entirely driven by the Ather Rizta, which continued to be the brand’s highest-selling model. Ather Sales April 2026: Model-wise Performance Model Apr 2026 Apr 2025 YoY Growth

Suzuki Motorcycle India reported 98,004 units in April 2026, registering a 3% year-on-year growth over 95,214 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined by 7% compared to 1,05,398 units in March 2026. The brand’s performance in April was largely driven by the Access scooter, while the V-Strom SX emerged as the standout growth model on a YoY basis. Suzuki Sales Performance – April 2026 Model Apr 2026 Apr 2025 YoY Growth Mar 2026 MoM % Access 7

Bajaj Auto posted 2,10,063 units in April 2026, registering an 11% year-on-year growth over 1,88,615 units sold in April 2025. However, compared to March 2026, when Bajaj sold 2,21,021 units, the company saw a 5% month-on-month decline. The growth was mainly supported by a strong performance from the Bajaj Chetak electric scooter, the Pulsar 160 + 200 NS range, Pulsar 220, and premium motorcycle brands like KTM and Triumph. Model-wise Bajaj Sales – April 2026 Model Apr 2026

TVS Motor Company reported total sales of 3,48,545 units in April 2026, registering an 8% year-on-year growth over 3,23,647 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined by 6% compared to 3,72,383 units sold in March 2026. The company’s April 2026 performance was supported by strong growth from key scooter models and the EV scooter portfolio. The TVS Jupiter, iQube Electric, Ntorq, Ronin, and Apache emerged as the major contributors during the m

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India registered 4,84,972 units in April 2026, recording a healthy 15% year-on-year growth over 4,22,931 units sold in April 2025. However, compared to March 2026, Honda’s dispatches declined by 5%, as the brand had sold 5,12,303 units in the previous month. The April 2026 performance was largely supported by the strong demand for the Activa, Shine 125, CB Unicorn 150, and Dio 125. Honda’s scooter portfolio continued to contribute significantly, whi

Hero MotoCorp registered 5,32,433 units in April 2026, recording a strong 85% year-on-year growth compared to 2,88,524 units sold in April 2025. However, on a month-on-month basis, sales declined by 4% from 5,52,505 units in March 2026. The growth was largely driven by Hero’s core commuter motorcycle portfolio, especially the Splendor, HF Deluxe, Glamour, and Passion. Scooter sales also showed healthy improvement year-on-year, while the premium and performance motorcycle rang

Royal Enfield recorded a strong month in April 2026, with total sales standing at 1,04,129 units, compared to 76,002 units in April 2025. This translates to a healthy 37% year-on-year growth, showing continued demand for the brand’s 350cc portfolio as well as improved traction in its higher-capacity motorcycles. On a month-on-month basis, Royal Enfield grew by 4%, as sales increased from 1,00,406 units in March 2026 to 1,04,129 units in April 2026. Royal Enfield April 2026 Sa

India’s scooter market posted a strong year-on-year performance in April 2026. As per the attached data, the top 10 scooters together sold 6,04,228 units, compared to 4,92,735 units in April 2025, registering a healthy 23% YoY growth. The segment was led by the Honda Activa, which continued to dominate the Indian scooter market by a wide margin. TVS also had a strong presence in the list with Jupiter, iQube and Ntorq, while electric scooters such as TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak an

India’s two-wheeler industry reported a strong year-on-year performance in April 2026. As per the attached data, total two-wheeler sales stood at 18,72,691 units, compared to 14,58,784 units in April 2025, registering a healthy 28.4% YoY growth. On a month-on-month basis, the market remained almost flat. Sales were slightly higher than 18,71,406 units in March 2026, showing a marginal 0.1% MoM growth. This indicates that while demand has improved sharply over last year, the m

India's electric two-wheeler market has seen several success stories, but few products have transformed a brand's fortunes as dramatically as the Ather Rizta. Officially announced on May 11, 2026, the Rizta crossed the 3 lakh cumulative sales milestone — achieved in just 25 months from its April 2024 launch. Estimated total wholesales stand at 3,09,501 units as of April 2026. "Since its launch, the Rizta was sharply positioned as a family scooter and has resonated extremely w

India’s two-wheeler export momentum in FY2026 was not just about overall growth—it was driven by a strong mix of high-volume commuter motorcycles and a few standout performers across OEMs. The Top 25 exported two-wheelers clearly highlight one trend: affordable, fuel-efficient motorcycles continue to dominate global demand. Here is the definitive model-by-model breakdown of India's top 25 exported two-wheelers in FY2026. Rank OEM Model Segment Year-on-Year Comparo FY2026 FY20

Oben Electric, the Bengaluru-based R&D-driven EV startup, has thrown down a serious gauntlet to the electric motorcycle segment. The all-new Rorr EVO arrives with a headline introductory price of ₹99,999 (ex-showroom) for the first 10,000 buyers — and it is loaded to the gills with technology, practicality, and performance that few in its price band can match. Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO, Oben Electric; Dinkar Agrawal, Founder & COO, Oben Electric; Sagar Thakkar, Co-Foun