TVS Motor Company, a leading manufacturer of two- and three-wheelers in the country, has appointed Gaurav Gupta as President of India 2W business.

Based out of Bengaluru he will report to K N Radhakrishnan, Director & CEO, TVS Motor Company and will focus on both ICE and EV two-wheeler business.

Gupta comes with over three decades of experience and has worked in multiple geographies including India, China, Dubai, Indonesia, Vietnam, and ASEAN markets. In his last stint, he served as the Deputy Managing Director and Chief Growth Officer for JSW MG Motor India. He has also served as MD for Bridgestone Tire Indonesia and also held various position for General Motors in the Asia Pacific region.

K N Radhakrishnan, Director & CEO, TVS Motor Company, said, “Gaurav has rich experience and expertise that will add significant value to the company. The company has been on a steady growth trajectory, delivering results well ahead of the industry. We are confident that under his leadership, we will further strengthen our market position and continue to set benchmarks. We wish him the very best and welcome him to the TVSM family.”

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Italian auto major Piaggio Group has presented a range of updated motorcycles, scooters and special-edition models across its brand portfolio at the EICMA 2026 exhibition in Milan.

The Group reported a 17.5 percent share of the European scooter market and a 37.5 percent share in North America for the first half of 2026, delivering 185,600 two-wheelers and generating EUR 652.8 million in net revenue across the period.

At the exhibition, Moto Guzzi introduced ‘The Trip,’ an entry-level roadster weighing 180 kg with a full 15-litre fuel tank, powered by an A2-licence-compliant 48 hp parallel-twin engine fitted with a Ride-by-Wire throttle, ABS, traction control and a colour TFT display. Moto Guzzi also displayed the V85 TT Napapijri special edition, featuring a graphic livery, heated seat and grips and a dedicated travel bag.

Aprilia showcased the RSV4 Obscure Spe.Ed., a numbered limited run of 500 units producing 220 hp. Featuring carbon fibre bodywork, carbon wheels, wind-tunnel-developed leg wings and Ohlins suspension, the machine weighs 201 kg in running order, which drops to 196 kg with the optional race exhaust.

Aprilia also introduced the RS 660 Phillip Island Tribute edition featuring a track-inspired livery, alongside the updated SXR 125 entry-level scooter with 14-inch wheels and a 20-litre underseat compartment, and the restyled SR GT 125 and 200 scooters with a 5-inch TFT display.

Piaggio updated its Beverly 310 and 400 mid-capacity high-wheel scooters with redesigned LED lighting, lighter wheels, and a 6.88-inch TFT instrument cluster. The Medley 125 and 200 high-wheelers received updated styling, Start & Stop technology, and a 5-inch TFT cluster. Piaggio also presented the Typhoon 125, featuring a high-strength steel frame, a Euro 5+ four-stroke engine, and digital TFT instrumentation.

The electric Vespa range, covering the Primavera, Sprint S, and Primavera Tech models, received updated zero-emission motors manufactured in Italy by Piaggio Group without rare-earth materials, extending WMTC range to 90 km on the Primavera Tech variant. The manufacturer also marked the 20th anniversary of its MP3 three-wheeled scooter range, which has recorded over 250,000 unit sales since its introduction in 2006.

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Bengaluru-headquartered Ultraviolette Automotive (Ultraviolette) has introduced its VX-100 100V powertrain architecture and launched the X-47 Venom electric motorcycle at EICMA 2026 in Milan. The company also unveiled the Tesseract Maxi electric scooter for European markets and showcased AI-enabled helmet concepts.

The recently unveiled X-47 Venom is built on the VX-100 platform and SRB-11 battery technology. The motorcycle features an Indian Driving Cycle (IDC) range of 323 km, a top speed of 155 kmph, peak power of 30 kW (40 hp), and 550 Nm of wheel torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.9 seconds and has a kerb weight of 180 kg. Technology features include the UV Hypersense radar system, integrated front and rear dashcams with Sony IMX 307 sensors, a 7-inch TFT touchscreen interface, Bosch dual-channel ABS, traction control, dynamic stability control, and a 1.6 kW air-cooled on-board charger. The vehicle has received road approval across European markets.

Alongside the X-47 Venom, Ultraviolette presented the Tesseract Maxi electric scooter, powered by a 6 kWh battery delivering 15 kW (20 hp) of peak power. The scooter features fast-charging capabilities reaching 80 per cent in under an hour, 14-inch wheels, 32 litres of under-seat storage, and integrated radar technology with blind-spot detection and collision alerts. The company also demonstrated its integration of SoundHound voice AI into its Violette A.I. system and unveiled three futuristic helmet concepts: Star Vue, Fang 01, and Decibelle.

Narayan Subramaniam, CEO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, said, "The F77 marked our first step in bringing Ultraviolette’s performance, design and technology to riders in Europe. With the launch of the X-47 Venom, we are expanding our global portfolio and catering to a new segment of riders. The X-47 Venom combines the versatility of a Crossover with advanced radar technology and integrated cameras, bringing performance and intelligent rider safety together in one of the world’s most technologically advanced motorcycles. The Shockwave and Tesseract, which have already attracted very promising interest from India and across the world, will further broaden our product offerings in the near future. We will continue to scale our international market presence and strengthen our network to bring the Ultraviolette experience to more riders around the world. As we expand our global presence, Ultraviolette is at the forefront of taking Indian engineering, design and innovation to the world."

Niraj Rajmohan, CTO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, said, "Ultraviolette's showcase at EICMA reflects the evolution of our technology platforms and the growing maturity of the innovations across battery systems, powertrain engineering, vehicle intelligence, connectivity, software and safety. We remain focused on pushing the boundaries of engineering and leveraging technology to develop products that can compete at the highest global standards."

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Royal Enfield has revealed a new range of motorcycles at the EICMA 2026 exhibition in Milan, led by the Himalayan 750 and the Continental GT 750, alongside developments in its Flying Flea electric mobility division.

The Himalayan 750 introduces an air/oil-cooled 743cc parallel-twin engine delivering 63 Nm of torque at 5,000 RPM. The motorcycle features five ride modes, a six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit, cornering ABS, traction control, cruise control and tubeless wheels in 19-inch front and 17-inch rear configurations.

Alongside it, the company showcased the Continental GT 750, powered by an uprated version of the 743cc twin engine and fitted with a hybrid twin-pod TFT display, available in faired and unfaired variants.

In the electric segment, Royal Enfield presented the Flying Flea S6 scrambler, featuring an enduro seat, Fleaware.OS software on a round touchscreen, and off-road riding modes, scheduled for market launch in summer 2027. The company also unveiled the Shotgun 650 'Son of a Gun' limited edition in collaboration with Deus Ex Machina, restricted to 100 units globally, and launched its 1901 Apparel Collection featuring a refreshed brand identity.

B. Govindarajan, Managing Director of Eicher Motors and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Enfield, said, "For 125 years, Royal Enfield has evolved while staying fiercely true to its philosophy of Pure Motorcycling. At EICMA this year, we are unveiling a future-focused vision that brings our design heritage and rider-inspired engineering together. The showcases reflect how we are expanding our portfolio, evolving technologies, and offering a more engaging cultural ecosystem for our community."

"Leading our next chapter is the Himalayan 750, a motorcycle that builds on a decade of the Himalayan’s legacy. It brings greater capability, performance, and the perfect balance of technology, all while retaining the untamed spirit of exploration. The Continental GT 750 takes our iconic café racer lineage forward with a sharper, more contemporary expression. On the electric vehicle front, the scrambler-styled Flying Flea S6 pushes the boundaries of urban exploration through extreme lightness, agility, and a distinctive design. Alongside our motorcycles, the Shotgun 650 ‘Son of a Gun’ collaboration with Deus Ex Machina celebrates the creative possibilities of custom motorcycling, while the 1901 Apparel Collection reimagines our heritage for a new generation," added Govindarajan.

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Italian superbike manufacturer Ducati has unveiled five models alongside the Desmo250 EDS preview at the EICMA exhibition in Milan, alongside a centenary retrospective celebrating the brand's history.

The motorcycle manufacturer introduced the updated Diavel V4, the DesertX Rally based on the new V2 platform, and three limited-edition variants comprising the Panigale V4 SP, Panigale V2 SP, and Streetfighter V4 SP.

The company also displayed new liveries across the XDiavel, Multistrada V2, and Scrambler Full Throttle lines, alongside the Hypermotard 698 Mono RVE and Hypermotard V2 RVE.

An off-road preview featured the Desmo250 EDS, scheduled for European market delivery in the summer of 2027.

Additionally, Ducati opened a centenary exhibition at the southern entrance featuring motorcycles from the museum archives and competition history.

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