Yadea Plans To Enter India With Powerful E-Scooters
- By Mohnish Bose
- April 24, 2025
Chinese electric two-wheeler manufacturer Yadea aims to set up shop in India. Though there is no clear timeline on the above, the is keen. It is therefore, that at the recent Ride Asia EV Expo held in New Delhi, it showcased attractive designs of electric cycles, scooters and bikes. Among them were powerful e-scooters and bikes with long riding ranges.
Yet to locate distributors, dealers and part manufacturers in India, the company – having launched a one-of-a-kind sodium battery in Huangzhou (China) in January 2025, is confident of offering products with longer lifespan, greater safety, higher environment friendliness, lower cost and greater efficiency.
One of the Yadea products showcased at the Expo was Yadea Velax. It sports a sleek aesthetic and a trendy design that provides plenty of space and high rider comfort. It is powered by a dual motor that gives a range of up to 110 km. Tyres on this vehicle are larger than other e-scooters in the same category. The battery on this e-scooter charges up to 80 percent in just 20 minutes, enabling riders to quickly get back on their journeys. An IPX7 rating on this vehicle means that it can survive the harmful effects of water when submerged up to a depth of one metre for 30 minutes.
Nissan Intros Gravite CNG With Twin-Cylinder Retrofitment Kit
- By MT Bureau
- May 04, 2026
Nissan Motor India (NMIPL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has introduced a government-approved CNG retrofitment kit for the Nissan Gravite. The kit features a twin-cylinder setup that allows the vehicle to maintain its functionality as a seven-seater. Developed and quality-assured by Motozen, the kit is available at an introductory price of INR 82,999.
The Gravite CNG uses two 25-litre cylinders designed to preserve third-row space and modularity. It features a sequential BS6.2 compliant kit and dynamic advancer technology optimised for the Gravite. The ICAT-approved system includes cylinders with an 8.1 mm thickness for increased durability. The design includes a fuel filling point located under the fuel lid and component brackets with a factory-finish integration. The CNG kit components are covered by a three-year or 100,000 km third-party warranty.
Thierry Sabbagh, Divisional Vice-President and President, Middle East, KSA, CIS and India – Nissan and Infiniti, said, “India continues to be a strategic market for Nissan, and our focus is on bringing products and mobility solutions that are relevant, accessible and future-ready, aligned with the evolving needs of the customers. The introduction of the CNG option for the All-New Nissan Gravite is a significant step in that direction”.
Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, added, After an extremely positive reception from the customers for the Magnite CNG, we are delighted to now launch the first twin-cylinder solution in the segment for The all-new Nissan Gravite. It has been designed for customers who need the practicality, flexibility and comfort of a 7-seater MPV for everyday family use. With the introduction of the government-approved CNG retrofitment kit, we are making that proposition even stronger by offering a solution that is not only economical to run but also designed to retain its full 7-seater flexibility, modularity & capability through a smart twin-cylinder setup, ensuring no compromise on space or everyday usability.”
Ather Energy Reports Record Performance In FY2026, Expands Market Share & Sales
- By MT Bureau
- May 04, 2026
Bengaluru-based electric vehicle maker Ather Energy has announced its strongest-ever performance in FY2026, characterised by record sales volumes and significant improvements in financial margins.
In FY2026, the company sold 262,942 electric two-wheelers, marking a 69 percent YoY growth. This translated to a revenue of INR 38.23 billion, up 66 percent YoY, EBITDA losses reduced to INR 2.57 billion from INR 5.31 billion a year ago, net loss dropped to INR 5.17 billion, as compared to INR 8.12 billion in FY2025.
In Q4, the company witnessed 76 percent YoY growth with sales of 83,418 electric two-wheelers, which translated to a 18.6 percent market share.
The company said its non-vehicle revenue – income from software, charging and services – rose to 13 percent of total income. In Q4, 93 percent of customers opted for the AtherStack Pro software package.
In FY2206, Ather Energy doubled its retail network to 700 Experience Centres (ECs), up from 351 at the end of FY2025. The service network strength reached around 548 centres, nearly twice the footprint of the previous year.
Furthermore, Ather Energy customers now have access to over 6,000 charging points powered by LECCS, forming the largest fast-charging network for two-wheelers in India.
Tarun Mehta, Co-Founder & CEO, Ather Energy, said, “FY2026 has been a fantastic year for us across volumes, market share, and financial performance. We focused on building demand through strong product-led growth and scaling it through distribution. Rizta helped us unlock a much larger addressable market, and with that, we expanded our retail network. That demand translated into strong volume growth and better unit economics. With our new scooter platform, EL, we have the opportunity to replicate the same growth levers at potentially a larger scale, going after the biggest total addressable market in the Indian E2W segment. Coupled with that, our investments in Factory 3.0 at AURIC will give us the scale and efficiency to serve that demand and set us up for the next phase of growth.”
Oben Electric Launches Rorr EVO With AI Ride Mode At INR 99,999
- By MT Bureau
- April 30, 2026
Bengaluru-based electric vehicle company Oben Electric has launched the Rorr EVO motorcycle at a price of INR 99,999 for the first 10,000 customers and INR 124,999 post the introductory price.
The e-motorcycle, the company said features SmartIQ, an AI ride mode that monitors riding patterns to increase range by 15 percent. It can accelerate to 40 kmph in 3 seconds and has a top speed of 110 kmph.
The Oben Rorr EVO has a claimed range of 180 km and charges to 80 percent in 90 minutes. It features a 9 kW motor and a 3.4 kWh LFP battery, which comes an eight-year warranty.
The e-motorcycle has a 680mm seat and 10 litres of storage space. Safety features consist of a fall alert system and emergency assistance. A 5-inch display provides navigation and data, while the Oben app offers diagnostics and theft protection.
Madhumita Agrawal, Founder and CEO, Oben Electric, said, “Electric motorcycling in India is entering a new phase, where riders are no longer evaluating electric vehicles as alternatives, but as motorcycles in their own right. Rorr EVO is built on that belief. It is a no-compromise product designed to prove that electric can match and exceed the full spectrum of real-world riding, not selectively, but completely. Rorr EVO is built to make that shift tangible on the road.”
Bookings for the motorcycle are open for INR 777. Test rides and deliveries are scheduled to begin in June 2026 through 150 showrooms.
Ohme And Volkswagen Group Info Services AG Deepen EV Charging Integration
- By MT Bureau
- April 29, 2026
Ohme has announced a new integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG, promising easier, smarter and more affordable home charging for electric vehicle drivers across six Volkswagen Group brands. The collaboration extends Ohme’s existing partnership with the Group in UK and Ireland, now offering a dedicated official application programming interface for all Ohme users.
This development allows EV owners to pair their vehicles directly with Ohme home chargers and access near real time readings of the car’s state of charge. Eligible models include those from Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Škoda, SEAT, CUPRA and Audi, ensuring broad coverage across the Group’s portfolio.
Already, more than 100,000 Volkswagen Group customers throughout Europe rely on Ohme to manage home charging. With the new system, these drivers will see their vehicle’s battery status displayed directly in the Ohme app, removing guesswork from the charging process and providing enhanced clarity regarding energy consumption and associated costs.
Lasse Schmidt van Hülst, Lead Sales & Key Account Management, Volkswagen Group Info Services, said, “We’re excited that Ohme is applying Volkswagen Group Charging Data to enhance its charging services. As home electricity tariffs across Europe become smarter and more dynamic, Ohme’s expertise and software means this new integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG comes at the perfect time for EV drivers.”
Peter McDonald from Ohme said, “We’re genuinely proud to be extending our partnership with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG in this way. Having direct access to the vehicle state of charge data means our customers get a truly hassle-free charging experience – the app does the hard work, automatically finding the cheapest times to charge. It’s a real statement of where Ohme is heading and underlines its commitment to giving EV drivers the best possible experience.”
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